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32 Cards in this Set
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We can best reduce the potential for backdraft explosions by A, breaking windows B, horizontal ventilation C, vertical ventilation D, forcing doors |
C, vertical ventilation |
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Which action is acceptable if the prying tool you are using is not producing the results you desire?
A, using a cheater bar to get more leverage B, trying a different tool C, striking the prying tool with a hammer D, stopping the operation |
B, trying a different tool |
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Which is not a means to finding out information pertaining to the cargo involved in fire on a bulk transport? A, material safety data sheet B, Manifest C, Bills of loading D, placards |
A, material safety data sheet |
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Never approaching a horizontal vessel exposed to fire from the A, front B, rear C, ends D, top |
C, ends |
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From an investigative point of view, which observation is the most important for a fighter arriving at a scene of fire? A, the type of Fire apparatus support to the scene B, the number of people present at the fire scene C, the size of the building that is burning D, the physical appearance of any individual leaving the scene |
D, the physical appearance of any individual leaving the scene |
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Preparing a patient for removal from the place of injury to a stretcher or ambulance is known as. A, shoring B, retrieval C, immobilisation D, packing |
D, packing |
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Which type of powered hydraulic tools consist of two arms which are used for pushing and pulling?
A, openers B, spreaders C, Shears D, Extension rams |
B, spreaders |
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The first safety rule when using airbags is to A, preposition the bags on or against a solid surface B, never work under a load supported by airbags only C, plan the operation before starting work D, have an adequate air supply and sufficient cribbing before beginning operations. |
C, plan the operation before starting work |
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What should a rescuer always assume when responding to a rescue involving electricity? A, electric lines or equipment are energized. B, voltage drops constantly outwards from point of contact C, personal protective equipment will adequately ground you D, power company will respond without enquiry |
A, electric lines or equipment are energized. |
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When no medical emergency is prevalent, what is the best course of action a firefighter should take when handling people trapped in an elevator.
A, reset power to elevator B, forcibly enter the elevator C, egress people through rescue hatch D, reassure people and let them know and mechanic is on route |
D, reassure people and let them know and mechanic is on route |
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On average, annual U.S fire statistics show that more than what what percentage of all fires and the vast majority of civilian fire casualties occur in residences? A, 40% B, 55% C, 25% D, 70% |
D, 70% |
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When firefightes enter the home to conduct a residential fire safety survey, their main objective is all of the following expect A, improving life safety conditions B, help the occupant to understand and improve existing conditions C, identify violations and cite the owner D, prevent accidental fires |
C, identify violations and cite the owner |
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When conducting a station tour for visitors, the first topic covered should be? A, apparatus B, an educational film on stop drop and roll C, safety instructions in case of an emergency call D, personal protective equipment |
C, safety instructions in case of an emergency call |
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An effective fire department injury prevention program initiative directed towards the public should include economic incentive, enforcement, education and A, health and safety B, public health vaccinations C, elections D, engineering |
D, engineering |
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The pressure that is left in the distribution system when water is flowing is called A, head pressure B, residual pressure C, static pressure D, flow pressure |
B, residual pressure |
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What system is not a water moving system A, gravity B, combination C, suction D, direct pumping |
C, suction |
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The forward velocity pressure at a discharge opening while water is flowing is called
A, flow pressure B, head pressure C, static pressure D, residual pressure |
A, flow pressure |
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A partial sprinkler system is A, not approved by the national fire codes B, used to elevate the building owner from the expense off total coverage C, used to provide limited protection for certain hazardous areas and as a life safety measure D, used to afford some protection to a building until a complete sprinkler system can be installed |
C, used to provide limited protection for certain hazardous areas and as a life safety measure |
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And outside screw and yoke (os&y) valve in water distribution system is a (an) A, butterfly valve B, indicating valve C, non indicating valve D, gate valve |
B, indicating valve |
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What is the term commonly used to describe the sketch that a fire inspector includes with a prefire plan to show the general arrangement of the property with respects to streets, other buildings and important features. A, site sketch B, plot plan C, company drawing D, floor plan |
D, floor plan |
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For continue to reliable operation, a power plant should be run while powering electrical device at least. A, after each time it is used B, daily C, monthly D, once a week |
D, once a week |
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All personnel operating in the area during host testing should? A, work in pairs B, conduct acceptance test C, work has an apparatus crew D, wear proper personal protective equipment |
D, wear proper personal protective equipment |
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A fire hose that has been exposed to hazardous materials they cannot be decontaminated should be A, tested and used only on hazardous materials incidents B, neutralized with baking soda C, disposed of properly D, used as normal |
C, disposed of properly |
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Which statement concerning ventilation openings is not correct A, trench coats should not exceed width of 3 feet B, on flat roofs the opening should be at least 4x4 feet C, existing openings are generally used to supplement ventilation D, one large hole is better than several small holes |
A, trench coats should not exceed width of 3 feet |
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To determine the point of origin for a fire, the firefighter has the responsibility of A, observing and recollecting Fire behaviour B, taking and removing suspicious materials C, observing any signs of construction defects D, asking questions of witnesses |
A, observing and recollecting Fire behaviour |
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Power hydraulic rams have approximately what percentage of their pushing power when they are used for pulling A, 100% B, 75% C, 50% D, 25% |
C, 50% |
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The porta-power is operated by a A, hand pump B, vehicle power take over C, small gasoline engine D, small electric motor |
A, hand pump |
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What type of building collapse occurs when both sides of the supporting walls fail simultaneously? A, curtain wall B, lean-to C, V_type D, Pancake |
D, Pancake |
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When conducting residential safety surveys, firefighters should use all of the following guidelines except. A, conduct the survey individually B, explain a survey procedures C, dress and act professionally D, compliment the occupant on favourable conditions found |
A, conduct the survey individually |
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When presenting a public education programme on smoke alarms, detectors should be placed on every level and A, in the garage B, in every bedroom C, in every bathroom D, outside on the porches |
B, in every bedroom |
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Which type of sprinkler system uses open sprinkler heads? A, pre-action B, Dry-pipe C, deluge D, pre-response |
C, deluge |
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Automatic alarm-initiating devices include ,all of the following except A, pull stations B, flammable gas detectors C, heat detectors D, smoke detectors |
B, flammable gas detectors |
