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All of the following are consistent highway incident recommendations in order to protect emergency responders EXCEPT A, wear reflective vests when personal protective equipment is not required B, turn off, spotlights and emergency lights that may blind and distract oncoming drivers, C, potion fire apparatus.with front wheels turned away from the scene D, close all lanes of traffic in both directions next to the incident for firefighter safety |
D, close all lanes of traffic in both directions next to the incident for firefighter safety |
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Firefighter protective coats and pants are required to have 3 components, these are? A, an outer rubber, insulation layer, and inner liner, B, an outer shell, suspension web, and inner liner C, an outer shell, moisture barrier and thermal barrier D a triple layered storm flap closure system. |
C, an outer shell, moisture barrier and thermal barrier |
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Which statement concerning eye protection is incorrect A, a structural helmet face shield provides primary eye protection B, proximity PPE shields are coated to create a mirrored surface C, goggles, safety glasses and wrap-around shields are forms of eye protection D, an SCBA face shield can provide provide primary eye protection |
A, A structural helmet face shield provides primary eye protection |
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All of the following are common types of walls firefighters may encounter EXCEPT A, petition B, non-load-bearing C, dividing D, load-bearing |
C, dividing |
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How is hollow core door constructed? A, the core is hollow with veneer panels B, with wood stripes as filler inside a frame C, without a wood framework in the core D, with metal stripes meant to increase weight |
B, with wood strips as filler inside a frame |
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NFPA 1500 requires the fire departments use an incident management system during all emergency operations better known and mandated by the Department of Homeland Security as, A, 10-codes B, FIRESCOPE C, NIMS-ICS D, ICS |
C, NIMS-ICS |
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Rapid intervention crews/teams are required by regulations and standards in NFPA 1500 and, A, 20 CFR 1910.134 B, 19 CFR 1910.120 C, 20 CFR 1910.120 D, 19 CFR 1910.134 |
D, 19 CFR 1910.134 |
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What is forcible entry? A, the techniques to gain entry to a structure whose normal means of access is locked or blocked. B, the ability to gain entry to a structure whose normal means of access is locked or blocked. C, forcing less confident firefighters into the structure to accomplish the mission. D, the ability to gain access to unsecured buildings. |
B, the ability to gain entry to a structure whose normal means of access is locked or blocked. |
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What are jalousie windows? A, windows that are hinged on one side, operate individually and swing outward, B, windows that swing on a centre point, C, Windows with horizontal glass slats that pivot in unison with a hand crank control, D, windows with a single, moveable, vertical sash. |
C, Windows with horizontal glass slats that pivot in unison with a hand crank control, |
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Another name for forcing entry through the wall is? A, ramming B, battering C, buttering D, breaching |
D, breaching |
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When removing a cylinder lock with a k-tool, which additional tool do you need? A, Pike tool B, halligan or other type pry tool, C, pick head tool, D, a-tool |
B, halligan or other type pry tool, |
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All of the following statements concerning national fire protection association standards 1500 and 1561 our TRUE EXCEPT, A, company officers are responsible for company members, B, access to the scene must be controlled, C, written guidelines are required for the tracking and inventory of all members on the emergency scene. D, personal accountability systems are required and large-scale incidents only. |
D, personal accountability systems are required and large-scale incidents only. |
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When becoming lost , retrace your steps via the hose line back to the water source by following the, A, male couplings B, double female couplings C, female couplings D double male couplings |
A, male couplings |
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What type of ladder do we use for quick access to windows and roofs on one and two story buildings? A, pompier B, pole ladders C, wall-ladders D, wooden ladders |
C, wall ladders |
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A ladder belt is used to? A, secure a firefighter to a ladder, B, restrict victim movement, C, secure backboards, D, secure a firefighter to a roof, |
A, secure a firefighter to a ladder. |
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Which type of ladder is designed to be used as a single, extension, or "A" frame ladder? A, combination. B, pompier. C, folding. D, Extension. |
A, combination |
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National Fire Protection Association standard 1931 requires staypoles for extension Ladders of, A, 48 feet B, 36 feet C, 30 feet D, 40 feet |
D, 40 feet |
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All of the following are possible hazards a firefighter might expect when encountering a vehicle accident EXCEPT. A, possible explosive Force from airbags, B, internal heat and catalytic converters that may react with non-combustible ground sources, C, high voltage on hybrid vehicles, D, hazardous cargo on delivery band or even small passenger cars. |
B, internal heat and catalytic converters that may react with non-combustible ground sources, |
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Which is not one of the advantages to wearing gloves that meet NFPA standards for structural firefighting?
A, protection from puncture, B, protection from scrapes and cuts C, reduced dexterity D, thermal protection |
C, reduced dexterity |
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The first rule in forcing entry is A, always Force a window vs a door B, insert the tool near the door knob C, always thoughts overhead doors from The bottom D, try before you pry |
D, try before you pry |
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To prevent injury after gaining entry to a building through overhead doors, always. A, break each quadrant as it is opened B, funny lock the metal bracelet mechanism C, pull the emergency release lever D, block the door open in the "up" position |
D, block the door open in the "up" position |
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All of the following statements concerning personal accountability tag systems are true except. A, firefighters collector tags upon leaving the fire ground perimeter B, firefighters must leave their tags at a given location on with a designated person C, tags can be attached to a control board or personal chart for quick reference, D, firefighters collect their tags after returning to the station |
D, firefighters collect their tags after returning to the station |
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The parts of the ladder running the length of the ladder on each side is the
A, Beams B, guides C, protection plates D, trusses
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A, beams |
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A ladder belt is used to A, secure a firefighter to a roof B, restrict victim movement C, secure a firefighter to a ladder D, secure backboards |
C, secure a firefighter to a ladder |
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Approximately what angle does the ladder make with the ground when you properly place it against a building, A, 60 degrees B, 45 degrees C, 75 degrees D, 55 degrees |
C, 75 degrees |
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What is the smallest size hoseline recommended for fire fighting a vehicle fire A, booster line B, 1 3/4 inch C, 2 1/2 inch D, 1 1/2 inch |
D, 1 1/2 inch |
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All of the following are things firefighters arriving on scene first should make a mental note of EXCEPT
A, evidence of forcible entry by firefighters B, status of the doors and windows to facility C, vehicles and people present in the area D, indications of unusual fire behaviour or more than one point of origin |
A, evidence of forcible entry by firefighters |
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Transfer of heat by movement of heated fluids or gases usually in an upward direction is A, conviction B, direct flame contact C, conduction D, radiation |
A, convection |
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Firefighters should protect possible scene evidence in all of the following ways except by
A, link a chain of custody of all firefighters who handle evidence B, interview all witnesses at the scene and documenting statements C, keep evidence untouched and undisturbed until further a fire investigate it arrives D, handle evidence only when absolutely necessary in order to preserve it |
B, interviewing all witnesses at the scene and documenting statements |
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During a primary search the first search priority is A, large numbers B, exposures C, most severely threatened D, remainder of Hazard zone |
C, most severely threatened |
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The chief danger of moving a victim too soon or quickly is A, aggravating a spinal injury B obstructing in airway C, causing further bleeding D, causing psychological trauma |
A, aggravating a spinal injury |
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All of the following are common types of walls firefighters may encounter except A, load bearing B, non load bearing C, dividing D, petition |
C, dividing |
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What is the most preferred method of forcing a tempered glass door. A, use the through the lock technique B, use a saw to cut the frame C, use a saw to cut the wall next to the door D, strike a sharp blow to the glass with a pointed tool |
A, use the through the lock technique |
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The average difference between ordinary Street clothes and a firefighter wearing their protective gear in SCBA is A, 7lbs B, 47lbs C, 87lbs D, 17 lbs |
B, 47lbs |
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All of the following are recommended actions in the event of an scba malfunction except
A, withdraw to a clear atmosphere B, follow departmental standard operating procedures C, immediately breach a wall to escape D, do not panic |
C, immediately breach a wall to escape |
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You can commonly find the straight or wall ladder in lengths of A, 6 to 14 feet B, 18 to 30 feet C, 25 to 50 feet D, 12 to 24 feet |
D, 12 to 24 feet |
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Extension ladders that have Staples for added stability are referred to as A, folding ladders B, pole ladders C, extension ladders D, combination ladders |
B, pole ladders |
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All of the following are factors for master stream use except A, interior attack B, direct fire attack C, exposure protection D, backup exterior hand lines |
A, interior attack |
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A master stream device flow a minimum of
A, 350 GPM B, 250 GPM C 150 GPM D 500 GPM |
A 350 GPM |
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When searching a multi-storey building/area third floor searched is the
A, intervening floors B, fire floor, C, floor directly above the fire D, topmost floor
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D, topmost floor |
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When is the use of hearing protection in the form of ear plugs and or earmuffs impractical A, during standbys when flightline aircraft noise levels exceed 90 decibels B, during morning check out a power equipment C, during structural firefighting D, during responses to and from drills, emergencies or anytime noise levels exceed safe levels or time limits |
C, during structural firefighting |
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The "through the lock" forcible entry tool that is more damaging to the door than a K-tool, but which rapidly pulls the cylinder, is a
A, halligan tool B, A-tool C, key tool D, rabbit tool |
B, A-tool |
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When fire fighting dumpster fires, the size of the hose line is determined by proximity to exposures and, A, size of the Fire B, contents of the container C, size of the container D, nimc-ics |
A, size of the fire |
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All of the following are techniques to keep in mind when having to exit areas with restricted openings except
A, loosen straps as necessary to reduce profile B, maintain contact with belt mounted regulators C, reduce profile further by removing backpack harness D, try and pull your scba behind you
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C, reduce profile further by removing backpack harness |
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NFPA 1581, standard on fire department infection control programme, requires that as a minimum, you must have your personal protective clothing cleaned, A, every month B, every 12 months C, every 6 months D, every 3 months |
C, every 6 months |
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An inorganic product used to construct plaster and wall boards and has excellent heat resistant and Fire retardant properties, is known as A, concrete B, dry fiber C, gypsum D, fiberglass |
D, fiberglass |
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What is the basic procedure for fighting a passenger vehicle fire,
A, extinguish any fire in the vehicle then attack remaining fire on the ground surrounding the vehicle. B, extinguish any fire in the area of the engine C, extinguish any fire in the area of the fuel tank D, extinguish any ground fires around or underneath the vehicle then attack remaining fire in the vehicle. |
D, extinguish any ground fire around or underneath the vehicle then attack remaining fire in the vehicle. |
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firefighters should not discuss their observations with other crew members until after documentation is complete in order to avoid, A, frequency effect B, recency effect C, hearsay D, group statement tendencies |
D, group statement tendencies |
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The primary method of moving about in areas of obscured visibility is by, A, Layard B, "duck" walking C, standing D, crawling |
D crawling |
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All of the following statements concerning nfpa standards 1500 and 1561 are TRUE EXCEPT A, written guidelines are required for the tracking and inventory of all members on the emergency scene. B, company officers are responsible for all company members C, access to the scene must be controlled D, personal accountability systems are required at large-scale incidents only. |
D, personal accountability systems are required at large-scale incidents only |
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What is the fly section on a ladder? A, the part of a ladder that touches the ground B, the section (s) that is raised C, the top of the ladder D, the side of the ladder that support the rungs |
B, the section (s) that is rased |
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What is one of the precautionary measures firefighters must take when entering a structure through a fire door?
A, make sure the door is closed to prevent backdraft B, Block the door open to prevent being trapped C, assume that the door will need to be forced D, close the door behind you to prevent fire spread |
B, lock the door open to prevent being trapped |
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Fire control theories are based upon temperature reduction, fuel removal, oxygen exclusion, or chemical flame inhibition of the combustible process, better known as, A, the fire triangle B, the fire tetrahedron C, flashover D, fire growth |
B, the fire tetrahedron |
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A class C fire is fire associated with? A, ordinary metals B, combustible metals C, flammable gases or liquids D, electricity |
D, electricity |
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NFPA standards require safety and health be primary considerations in the design, specification, operation, maintenance and what of all fire department apparatus? A, Repair B, Feedback C, storage D, funding |
A, Repair |
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Teams of at least two firefighters are required for all of the following EXCEPT, A, secondary search B, Primary search C, incident commander D, initial fire attack |
C, incident commander |
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What is the general range for the length of extension ladders?
A, 8-24 feet B, 50-75 feet C, 12-39 feet D, 24-50 feet |
C, 12-39 feet |
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A oxyacetylene cutting torch has a flame temperature in excess of A, 10,000 f B, 5,000 f C, 12,000 f D, 15,000 f |
B, 5,000 f |
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When operating in areas of obscured vision, firefighters must perform all of the following EXCEPT A, using hoseline or rope as a guidelines B, sounding their PASS device C, crawling D, working in teams of two or more |
B, sounding their PASS device |
