Exam 3 6/2019

Front 1

Name the following parts of a Sprinkler System (1 - 17)?

Back 1

Front 2

List the 10 step Fire Indicator Panel (FIP) procedure?

Back 2

Front 3

What is the 4 basic functions of a sprinkler system?

Back 3

1. Detect the presence of a fire

2. Attack the fire

3. Contain or extinguish the fire

4. Raise the alarm for occupants within the building and the fire brigade

Front 4

What are the components of a Wet Pipe Sprinkler System?

Back 4

Front 5

What are 4 types of sprinkler system?

Back 5

- Wet Pipe

- Dry Pipe

- Deluge System

- Residential

- Alternate Wet / Dry Pipe

- Pre Action Dry Pipe

Front 6

Name the 2 types of sprinkler heads?

Back 6

- Fusible Solder Type

- Sealed Glass Bulb Type

Front 7

What are the different colours of sealed glass bulb type sprinklers in order of lowest to highest? and what is their Temperature Rating?

Back 7

Front 8

What are the 4 types of smoke detectors?

Back 8

Front 9

What does VESDA stand for?

Back 9

Very Early Smoke Detection Apparatus

Front 10

What type of smoke detectors do the MFB recommend?

Back 10

Point Type Photoelectric.

Hardwired for homes built after August 1997

Front 11

List th common causes of false alarms?

Back 11

- Welding, cutting, grinding

- Rainwater in detector

- Inproper installation or maintenance

- Battery Failure

- Broken sprinkler Head

Front 12

List 4 air handling systems activated by fire detection systems?

Back 12

- plant shut down

- zone pressurisation

- evacuation stairwell pressurisation

- automatic smoke exhaust system

Front 13

What is the EWIS and its Function?

Back 13

Emergency Warning and Intercommunication System - specialised system for fire alarm alerting and and evacuation control in large or more complex buildings.

It is activated by the FIP and stages evacuation based on a pre- programmed scheme

Front 14

What is the function of an FIP?

Back 14

The fire indicator panel contains the controls and indicators for various detection and supression systems in the structure.

Front 15

What is the fire services approach to deal with an aviation incident (AIRMEN)?

Back 15

A - approach from nose or tail

I - insulate / isolate passenger/ crew areas from fire using water/ foam

R - clear rescue access path to the aircraft door using foam or water.

M - Maintain path to enable escape for passengers / access path for firefighters.

E - evacuate passengers from plane immediately.

N - next appliance on scene acts as backup/ support. Provides extra water / foam

Front 16

What distance is the tyre burst zone and when does it apply?

Back 16

Tyre burst hazard exists following emergency landing or aborted takeoff.

Front 17

List 5 hazards you may find airside at an airport?

Back 17

Terrain

Poorly lit areas

Hazardous materials

Vehicles

Masts/ Aerials

Front 18

Name the 3 catagories of aircraft and their carrying capacities?

Back 18

Level 1 - up to 18

Level 2 - up to 215

Level 3 - up to 450

Front 19

What are the 2 types of fuel used in aviation?

Back 19

Avgas - volitile with a flash point of -40°C used in piston aircraft.

Avtur - flash point of 40°C highly flammable used in turbine and jet aircraft

Front 20

In the event of a tyre fire, what is the recommend extinguishing medium?

Back 20

Foam in tandem with dry chemical

Front 21

What does ARFF stand for?

Back 21

Aviation Rescue and Firefighting

Front 22

4 types of Aircraft?

Back 22

- Fixed wing aircraft

- Hot air balloons

- Airships

- Rotary wing aircraft

Front 23

What are the 3 main variables that determine fire behaviour?

Back 23

Fuel

Weather

Topography

Front 24

Wildfire - The 5 most important characteristics of fuel are?

Back 24

Moisture content

Size

Arrangement

Quantity

Type

Front 25

What size are fine fuels and give some examples?

Back 25

Less than 6mm

Bark

Twigs

Grass

Leaves

Front 26

What are the 4 weather Impacts on spread of fire?

Back 26

Air Temperature

Relative Humidity

Wind

Atmospheric Stability

Front 27

What are 4 impacts wind has on a fire?

Back 27

Fires rate of spread

Direction of travel

Intensity

Likelyhood of spotting

Front 28

Name 5 types of wind that can affect a fire and describe them?

Back 28

Sea breeze on shore, daytime. Can change established wind direction

Land Breeze off shore, night time. Warm dry air from inland.

Anabatic and Katabatic - Anabatic winds move up slopes caused by heated mountain slopes. Katabatic winds move down slopes caused by the cooling of mountain slopes.

Fire whirls move outside the fire and carry embers

Thunderstorm winds

Front 29

What are genrally the 2 types of fire fighting strategy?

Back 29

Offensive strategy

Defensive strategy

Front 30

What are the main elements of topography?

Back 30

Slope - Fire Typically moves quick uphill, slower downhill.

Aspect - Receive more sun

Interaction between terrain and wind

Elevation - different vegetation, wind exposure, temperature and atmospheric conditions depending on elevation.

Front 31

Give 3 examples of an offensive fire fighting strategy in relation to wildfire?

Back 31

Direct attack

Parallel attack

Indirect attack

Front 32

What are the 3 main types of fires?

Back 32

Ground fire - peat fires

Surface fire - burn fuels low to the ground

Crown fires - tops of trees

Spot Fires

Front 33

Define the following wildfire terms?

Heel

Flank

finger

Head

Spot

Origin

Anchor point

Back 33

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Front 34

What is a Red Flag warning? And what are the actions upon receiving a Red Flag warning?

Back 34

Red Flag warning are issued when there is a significant change to critical information that may affect safety of personnel.

- You must immediately acknowledge that you have received the warning.

- Notify all personnel under your command.

- Obtain acknowledgement from personnel under your command.

Front 35

What are the CFA's and MFB's radio emergency warnings?

Back 35

CFA - Mayday, Mayday, Mayday

MFB - Red, Red, Red

Front 36

What are 3 rules when working around helicopters?

Back 36

1. Stay in the pilots view at all times

2. Wait until the pilot gives the signal to approach

3. Approach and leave a helicopter from the lowest down-slope side

4. Always carry tools horizontally

Front 37

What are the steps if caught in a firebombing drop zone?

Back 37

1. Move safely away from fire line

2. Find a space clear of dead or suspended branches

3. Place hand tools well clear

4. Hold your helmet on to protect your head

5. Wash with clean water if hit with foam or retardant

Front 38

What are T Cards?

Back 38

T Cards are like a passport for each appliance on a strike team. The IC will fill it out and give it to the Admin officer before the appliance leaves the staging area.

Front 39

What are the 3 ways a structure can become involved in a wildfire?

Back 39

Direct flame

Radiant heat

Ember attack

Front 40

What are the 5 bits of information identified by the HAZCHEM Emergency Action Code?

Back 40

Initial actions to be taken in the event of a leak or spill.

- the correct extinguishing medium

- if it's violently or explosively reactive

- what level of PPC should be worn

- how to deal with the substance (dilute or contain)

- if it's a public safety hazard

Front 41

What are the 4 essential hazmat questions you must answer when attending a job?

Back 41

What is the material?

How can it affect me?

How can I protect myself from it?

How can I deal with it?

Front 42

Define Hazardous materials for the purpose of the fire service?

Back 42

Any unknown material at an incident or fire, this may include dangerous goods or hazardous substances.

Front 43

What information is provided by filling out a HAG sheet (HAZMAT action Guide)?

Back 43

Front 44

What is Vapour Density?

Back 44

The weight of pure vapour or gas in comparison to an equal volume of dry air.

Front 45

What is Specific Gravity?

Back 45

The weight of a solid or liquid material in comparison to an equal volume of water.

Front 46

8 actions when attending a motor vehicle accident?

Back 46

Front 47

What is the 9 step sprinkler reinstating proceedure?

Back 47