Ifsta Safety Officer Ch 6-9(Chris)

Front 1

The HSO's principal means of analyzing the types of tools needed to accomplish the department's tasks are?

Back 1

Risk management and task analysis

Front 2

The health and safety officer's primary guidelines for equipment safety are found in?

Back 2

NFPA 1500

Front 3

The HSO's most important sources of information on the proper use of specific tools and equipment are?

Back 3

Manufacturer's guidelines

Front 4

NFPA 1071

Back 4

Standard for Emergency Vehicle Technician Professional Qualifications

Front 5

The HSO needs to develop policies that include requirements for?

Back 5

A) Eye and face protection
B) Hearing protection
C) Respiratory protection

Front 6

Noise-level testing must be performed to determine the level of protection necessary based on __?__ exposure limits

Back 6

OSHA

Front 7

A hearing conservation program includes?

Back 7

Baseline audiometric testing upon employment with the FD

Front 8

This task requires the use of breathing airlines or cartridge-type respirators?

Back 8

Spray Painting

Front 9

Personnel engaged in apparatus or equipment maintenance should wear?

Back 9

Steel-toed safety shoes

Front 10

Training in the importance of safe work procedures must include?

Back 10

A) Proper storage techniques
B) Proper tool usage
C) Procedures for reporting damage to tools and equipment

Front 11

The preferred method of risk reduction in FD facilities is?

Back 11

Safe engineering and building design

Front 12

Recommended safety designs for facilities and equipment include?

Back 12

Designated rooms for the maintenance of SCBA regulators

Front 13

All waste should be removed from the work area __?__ and from the site at least __?__

Back 13

Daily, weekly

Front 14

Proper care and maintenance of hand tools with blades includes?

Back 14

Replacing the tips of screwdrivers when they become damaged

Front 15

Correct procedures for hand tool use include?

Back 15

Placing a thick piece of sponge rubber over the head of shisels to protect the hand in case the hammer slips

Front 16

Ground fault interrupter receptacles should be?

Back 16

provided in existing facilities as well as in new construction

Front 17

Which type of tool usually used for cleaning SCBA regulators and equipment?

Back 17

Pneumatic

Front 18

Proper care and use procedures for air-powered tools include?

Back 18

Monitoring water condensation in the compressor

Front 19

Which type of powered tool is usually used for cleaning apparatus and equipment, including fire hose and salvage covers?

Back 19

Hydraulic

Front 20

Electrically powered tools that do not have on/off switches should have?

Back 20

Emergency stop switches

Front 21

Which NFPA standard provides the design, performance, testing and certification criteria for portable power tools used at emergency incidents?

Back 21

NFPA 1936

Front 22

To protect trapped victims from flying hazards caused by power tools, __?__ are recommended

Back 22

Salvage covers

Front 23

Wood handles should be?

Back 23

Varnished

Front 24

The advantages of fiberglass tool handles include..?

Back 24

1) Less likely to produce splinters than wood
2) More flexible than wood
3) Lighter than wood

Front 25

Responsibilities of the HSO?

Back 25

1) Recommend the correct type of rope for each task
2) Develop written protocols for testing, inspection and repair of ropes
3) Ensure that all members understand the uses of the various types of ropes

Front 26

Once life-safety rope has been used in an emergency, it must be?

Back 26

Removed from service, or relegated to use as utility rope

Front 27

Rescue ropes, harnesses, and accessories must be inspected?

Back 27

Annually

Front 28

Utility rope should be inspected and cleaned?

Back 28

After each use

Front 29

Bags in which utility rope is stored must be marked with?

Back 29

1) Length and diameter of the rope
2) Type of construction material
3) Intended use of the rope

Front 30

NFPA 155 requires that portable equipment be inspected __(1)__ and within __(2)__ after each use

Back 30

1) Weekly
2) 24 hours

Front 31

How does acceptance testing occur?

Back 31

When the department receives the equipment

Front 32

An outside testing laboratory may perform annual testing of?

Back 32

Ground Ladders

Front 33

Damage to gasoline-powered equipment must be reported__?__

Back 33

Immediately after it has occured

Front 34

Self-contained breathing apparatus shall be inspected, tested and maintained in accordance with NFPA __?__ and __?__

Back 34

NFPA 1500 and NFPA 1981

Front 35

How often should SCBA's be inspected and cleaned?

Back 35

Daily

Front 36

SCBA cylinders must be retired after __?__ years of service

Back 36

15

Front 37

Oxygen cylinders used by the FD must meet the requirements of __?__

Back 37

Title 49 CFR Part 178

Front 38

The HSO should be establish procedures for dispensing flammable/combustible liquids based on __?__

Back 38

The local fire prevention code and NFPA standards

Front 39

The quantity of flammable and combustible liquids that can be stored at a particular facility is regulated by?

Back 39

Local Fire codes

Front 40

Where should a 10 gallon (38L) container of gasoline be stored?

Back 40

UL-listed or FM-approved flammable and combustible liquids storage cabinet

Front 41

Health, safety, and injury prevention information must be documented in?

Back 41

Material Safety Data Sheets

Front 42

Fire-Extinguisher requirements for flammable and combustible liquids are listed in __?__

Back 42

NFPA 10 and NFPA 30

Front 43

Along with the HSO, who is responsible for ensuring that welding and cutting operators have met the required level of training?

Back 43

Training Branch

Front 44

Fire extinguishers of the correct type for the hazard must be mounted in?

Back 44

The work area

Front 45

Ultraviolent and infrared rays from welding operations can be harmful to human __?__

Back 45

Skin and Eyes

Front 46

During emergency operations, welding and cutting operators must wear?

Back 46

Full protective coat and trousers

Front 47

The HSO should develop an internal fire prevention program based on?

Back 47

The local fire prevention code or NFPA 101

Front 48

Requirements for breathing air compressors include?

Back 48

1) Must meet the operational and design requirements of the Compressed Air Association
2) Operating instructions must be posted near the fill station controls
3) Air cylinders must meet ASME Boilers and Pressure Vessel Code Section VIII requirements
4) Breathing air cascade cylinders must be secured to walls or floors
5) Breathing air systems must be sampled at least quarterly
6) A third-party testing laboratory must be used to test air samples

Front 49

OSHA regulations regarding personal protective equipment are contained in?

Back 49

Title 29 CFR 1910.132

Front 50

OSHA regulations regarding respiratory protection are contained in?

Back 50

Title 29 CFR 1910.134

Front 51

Minimum rating requirements for protective clothing are?

Back 51

NFPA standards

Front 52

FDs that have low numbers of incidents may?

(Ref: PPE service)

Back 52

Keep equipment in service longer than recommended

Front 53

The HSO's mandate when selecting protective clothing is __?__

Back 53

Select the minimum level of protection required by federal and state regulations

Front 54

NFPA 1971

Back 54

Standard on Protective Ensemble for Structural Fire Fighting

Front 55

NFPA 1999

Back 55

Standard on Protective Clothing for Emergency Medical Operations

Front 56

NFPA 1982

Back 56

Standard on Personal Alert Safety Systems (PASS)

Front 57

Which type of equipment meets the minimum requirements for non emergency respiratory protection necessary in the fire service?

Back 57

NIOSH certified dust or particle mask

Front 58

Which type of equipment can provide protection for all fire service tasks?

Back 58

SCBA

Front 59

A respiratory protection policy requires?

Back 59

1) Individual fit testing for employees
2) Air-Quality testing program
3) Procedures for regularly evaluating program effectiveness

Front 60

Which document(s) require a written policy covering the proper use of all respiratory protection equipment?

Back 60

1) NFPA 1582
2) NFPA 1500
3) Title 29 CFR 1910.134

Front 61

Which group may establish the selection criteria for the purchase of respiratory protection equipment?

Back 61

Any designated body within the FD

Front 62

Monthly inspections of the SCBA equipment should include checks of?

Back 62

1) Deteriorated components
2) Gauge comparison
3) Low-air alarm

Front 63

Inspection/maintenance personnel must be certified by the __?__ to work on the specific type of SCBA owned by the FD.

Back 63

Manufacturer

Front 64

Who should perform the maintenance for respiratory protection equipment?

Back 64

Certified Technicians

Front 65

Respiratory protection program database that is confidential?

Back 65

Injury reports that involve respiratory injuries

Front 66

Personal protective clothing is tested and certified by?

Back 66

A third-party testing organization

Front 67

Which NFPA standard addresses structural firefighting clothing?

Back 67

NFPA 1971

Front 68

When the initial inspection of structural FF clothing reveals damaged clothing, it should be?

Back 68

Returned to the vendor

Front 69

Most manufacturers recommend keeping structural FF clothing in service no longer than?

Back 69

Ten Years

Front 70

Care includes proper storage?

(PPE care)

Back 70

Both on the apparatus and at the station

Front 71

The NFPA standard on proximity clothing is?

Back 71

NFPA 1976

Front 72

Proximity clothing is appropriate for which incidents?

Back 72

1) Aircraft Fire
2) Bulk flammable gas fire
3) Bulk flammable liquid fire

Front 73

Protection against liquid borne pathogens takes the form of garments, gloves, and face protection that meet the requirements of?

Back 73

NFPA 1999

Front 74

Protection against Hazardous Materials includes?

Back 74

1) Proximity clothing if the material is involved in fire
2) Vapor Protection
3) Splash protection

Front 75

Which EPA level of hazmat protection consists of an air purifying respirator and chemical resistant coverall or splash suit?

Back 75

Level C

Front 76

The minimum recommended level of hazmat protection for initial site entries until the HSO defines the hazards are?

Back 76

Level B

Front 77

Personal protective clothing for wildland FFing includes?

Back 77

Protective Shelter

(NFPA 1977)

Front 78

Confined space/structural collapse PPE

Back 78

A lightweight jacket can be used to protect against abrasions

Front 79

What is a satisfactory fabric for station/work uniforms?

Back 79

Wool

Front 80

NFPA 1975 requirements for the station/work uniform includes?

Back 80

Coveralls

Front 81

The longevity of garments with chemically added fire resistant properties is based on?

Back 81

The number of washings

Front 82

What class of toe protection under ANSI standard Z41 is recommended for station/work uniforms?

Back 82

Class 75

Front 83

PASS devices must be tested?

Back 83

At least weekly and before each use

Front 84

Design and testing criteria of PASS devices are found in __?__

Back 84

NFPA 1982

Front 85

A PASS device that fails to work properly should be?

Back 85

Placed out of service immediately

Front 86

Class I life safety harness must be designed to support?

Back 86

300 LBS

Front 87

Class II life safety harness must be designed to support?

Back 87

600 LBS

Front 88

Which class(es) of safety harness is (are) designed for use where inverting is possible?

Back 88

Class III

Front 89

NFPA 1500 requires eye protection to meet the requirements found in ?

Back 89

ANSI Z87.1

Front 90

Which protection component protects the respiratory system, eyes, and mucous membranes?

Back 90

SCBA full facepiece

Front 91

Which protection component provides protection for ultraviolent rays?

Back 91

Eye protection for welding/cutting

Front 92

NFPA requires that hearing protection be provided anytime the ambient noise level exceeds?

Back 92

90 Decibels

Front 93

OSHA requirements for hearing protection are specified in?

Back 93

Title 29 CFR 1910.95

Front 94

Who provides inspection requirements and inspector qualifications for life safety rope?

Back 94

Manufacturer

Front 95

Requirements for life-safety rope components are provided in?

Back 95

NFPA 1983

Front 96

Which agency regulates the type and style of personal floatation devices, rescue rings, and other flotation devices used in water rescue operations?

Back 96

U.S. Coast Guard

Front 97

Requirements for highway operations are found in?

Back 97

NFPA 1500

Front 98

What percentage of FF fatalities were vehicle/apparatus related in 1999?

Back 98

28 %

Front 99

Who is responsible for ensuring that apparatus manufacturers are licensed to sell and service in the state?

Back 99

HSO

Front 100

Apparatus visibility requirements include?

Back 100

A) Appropriate color scheme
B) Warning Lights
C) Reflective trim

Front 101

The location of audible warning devices must provide the greatest sound coverage to the __?__ of the apparatus

Back 101

Front

Front 102

NFPA 1901

Back 102

NFPA standard for Automotive Fire Apparatus

Front 103

NFPA Standard for Automotive Fire Apparatus covers?

(NFPA 1901)

Back 103

1) Pumper Fire Apparatus
2) Aerial Fire Apparatus
3) Quint Fire Apparatus

Front 104

NFPA 1906 covers apparatus with a maximum pumping capacity of?

Back 104

250 GPM

Front 105

Wildland fire apparatus must be able to operate at elevations of __?__ above sea level.

Back 105

2,000 FT

Front 106

Wildland fire apparatus must meet all requirements of the NFPA standard while stationary on a grade of __?__ in any direction

Back 106

20 percent

Front 107

Most laws and statutes concerning motor vehicle operation are legislated at the __?__ level

Back 107

State or Provincial

Front 108

When emergency vehicles are exempt from certain laws or statutes, the driver/operators are allowed to?

Back 108

A) Exceed posted speed limits
B) Disobey posted regulations governing direction of movement
C) Pass or overtake another vehicle at an intersection

Front 109

Apparatus ergonomic condition of concerns to the fire service are?

Back 109

A) Placement of equipment in compartments
B) Engine and drivetrain access
C) Height of hose bed

Front 110

NFPA 1911

Back 110

NFPA Standard for Service Tests of Fire Pump Systems on Fire Apparatus

Front 111

NFPA 1914

Back 111

NFPA Standard for testing FD Aerial Devices

Front 112

How often should pumpers have regularly scheduled service tests?

Back 112

Every 12 months

Front 113

Service tests for pumpers include?

Back 113

1) Tank-to-pump flow rate tests
2) Pressure control test
3) Vacuum Test

Front 114

Aerial devices must undergo complete inspection and testing, including nondestructive testing, at least once every __?__

Back 114

Five Years

Front 115

Who should perform non destructive testing of aerial devices?

Back 115

A third party testing organization

Front 116

Who should maintain the FD's records documenting the inspection, maintenance, repair and service or emergency operations vehicles?

Back 116

Personnel who actually perform maintenance and inspections

Front 117

A reliable starting point for a vehicle/apparatus maintenance program is?

Back 117

The manufacturer's guidelines

Front 118

In addition to requirements specific to the fire service, apparatus inspection requirements are usually based on standards developed in?

Back 118

The trucking industry

Front 119

How often should apparatus brakes, windshield wipers, seat belts and fluid levels be inspected?

Back 119

Daily

Front 120

How many major mechanical deficiencies must be present to place an apparatus out of service?

Back 120

One

Front 121

Which NFPA standard outines qualifications for mechanics who service FD emergency vehicles?

Back 121

1071

Front 122

Examples of FD specialty vehicles include?

Back 122

1) Ambulance
2) Canteen/Rehab unit
3) Aircraft rescue and firefighting apparatus

Front 123

An example of a special rescue apparatus?

Back 123

Hazardous Materials Response Apparatus

Front 124

FDs must be especially careful when converting a commercial __?__ to FD service

Back 124

Tanker

Front 125

Breathing air cylinders on air supply apparatus must meet __?__ regulations and __?__ specifications

Back 125

DOT, ASME

Front 126

The functions of a rehab unit include providing FFs a place to do what?

Back 126

1) Rest
2) Cool Down
3) Replenish Liquids

Front 127

Apparatus that respond to large-scale operations involving many agencies or jurisdictions are called __?__

Back 127

Command Units

Front 128

Which agency mandates the specifications for aircraft firefighting and rescue apparatus?

Back 128

FAA

Front 129

Which type of FD vehicle usually is equipped with emergency lighting but not with warning devices?

Back 129

Field Maintenance Vehicle

Front 130

Which type of FD vehicle poses the greatest challenge for the HSO?

Back 130

Fuel Truck

Front 131

Engineering controls on apparatus and rescue vehicles are designed to aid in?

Back 131

A) Ventilation
B) Decontamination
C) Disinfecting

Front 132

Where should exhaust vents be located on ambulances?

Back 132

Upper Rear

Front 133

An appropriate design feature for a rescue vehicle is?

Back 133

Surfaces of container linings and bulkheads inert to detergents, solutions and solvents

Front 134

NFPA 1002

Back 134

NFPA Standard on Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications

Front 135

Under what circumstances should personnel without a CDL be allowed to operated fuel trucks?

Back 135

Under no circumstances

Front 136

Which agency offers both an eight hour defensive driving course and an educational program specifically for fire and EMS driver/operators?

Back 136

National Safety Council

Front 137

Depending on its design, a retarder may slow the apparatus by doing what?

Back 137

A) Reducing engine speed
B) Downshifting the transmission
C) Applying a magnetic brake on the drivershaft

Front 138

The medium for certifying or recertifying potential or current driver/operatos is provided by the __?__

Back 138

Emergency Vehicle Operator's Course

Front 139

NFPA 1003

Back 139

NFPA Standard for Airport Firefighter Professional Qualifications

Front 140

While responding to incidents, the company officer should assist the driver/operator by?

Back 140

Anticipating and Identifying hazards

Front 141

Where possible at incidents, driver/operators should position apparatus?

Back 141

At a 45 degree angle to the curb

Front 142

Functions of properly placed apparatus include?

Back 142

1) Provide a safety barrier to protect victims
2) Provide a protected work area
3) Allow for parking of additional FD apparatus

Front 143

If the company receives an alarm while en route from an incident, the driver/operator should?

Back 143

Pull off the road to allow all members to put on the protective equipment needed, then be seated and belted

Front 144

If a situation requires backing an apparatus, what is the best course of action?

Back 144

2 FFs equipped with portable radios should direct the driver/operator

Front 145

FD policy regarding collisions usually calls for the DO to?

Back 145

1) Tend to injuries
2) Fill out the appropriate incident reporting form
3) Place the company or unit back into service

Front 146

Operations that allow members to respond to incidents or the fire station in their own vehicles are regulated by __?__ codes and regulations.

Back 146

State or provincial

Front 147

Allowing members to respond to emergencies in personal vehicles could affect?

Back 147

The FD's insurance rates

Front 148

Who has the ultimate responsibility for safety related issues during an incident?

Back 148

Incident Commander

Front 149

Duties of the Incident Safety Officer as outlined in NFPA 1521 include?

Back 149

1) Ensuring that incident scene rehabilitation is established
2) Suggesting safety zones
3) Evaluating hazards associated with helicopter landings

Front 150

The administration must?

Back 150

Support the decisions of the incident safety officer

Front 151

The incident safety officer's credibility is based on?

Back 151

1) Knowledge of safety related issues
2) Knowledge of the incident management system
3) Willingness to enforce safety policy

Front 152

What are the primary goals of the Incident Management system?

Back 152

to ensure effective service delivery and the safety of personnel.

Front 153

Which major operational position within the IMS is responsible for information about the development of an incident and the status of rescources?

Back 153

Planning

Front 154

Which major operational position within the IMS is responsible for providing facilities, services, and materials for an incident?

Back 154

Logistics

Front 155

The Incident command staff includes who?

Back 155

1) ISO
2) PIO
3) Liasion officer

Front 156

Which of the following units is responsible for all operations within a defined geographic area?

Back 156

Division

Front 157

Which unit is based on the type of task required?

Back 157

Group

Front 158

The methods employed in the suppression of all types of fires are?

Back 158

Strategies and tactics

Front 159

The primary hazard associated with unsupported exterior walls is that they?

Back 159

Are prone to collapse

Front 160

What is the best definition of fire loading?

Back 160

The maximum heat that can be produced if all the combustible materials in a given area burn

Front 161

When the air temperature is 85*F and the relative humidity is 60%, the apparent temperature is?

Back 161

90*F

Front 162

The heat stress danger category when the apparent temperature is 91*-105*F is?

Back 162

Extreme Caution

Front 163

Which heat stress danger category poses the likelihood of heat cramps or exhaustion and the possibility of heat stroke if exposure is prolonged and there is physical activity?

Back 163

Danger

Front 164

When the air temperature is 20*F and wind speed is 35 MPH, the wind chill temperature is?

Back 164

-20*F

Front 165

When the wind chill temperature is below -75*F, flesh may freeze in?

Back 165

30 seconds

Front 166

Which control zone at an incident serves as a forward access point and/or decon station?

Back 166

Warm Zone

Front 167

Where should the command post be located during an incident?

Back 167

Cold Zone

Front 168

In structural firefighting, the collapse zone should be __?__ the height of the structure?

Back 168

One and one half

Front 169

The fire tetrahedron is comprised of oxygen, fuel, heat and?

Back 169

A self-sustained chemical reaction

Front 170

Solid ordinary combustibles are __?__ fuels

Back 170

Class A

Front 171

The correct order for the phases of fire development is?

Back 171

Ignition, growth, flashover, fully developed, decay

Front 172

The event that occurs when the unburned products of combustion expand or flash but are not hot enough to ignite is?

Back 172

Smoke Explosion

Front 173

Which sites are high hazard occupancies?

Back 173

A) Multilevel underground parking garage
B) Lumberyard
C) School

Front 174

The incident safety officer can best attain the requisite knowledge of the Incident Management System through?

Back 174

Involvment in its creation, training, review, and revision processes

Front 175

The ISO's responsibilities include?

Back 175

1) Monitoring all radio transmissions during an incident
2) Listening for signals of stress in FFs during radio transmissions
3) Working to eliminate bleed-over transmissions

Front 176

The ISO accomplishes a size-up by?

Back 176

Doing a complete 360* walk around

Front 177

After the ISO completes the size-up, his/her report to the IC should include?

Back 177

1) The need for additional safety personnel
2) Solutions for mitigating safety hazards
3) Safety hazard priorities

Front 178

If the IC has already established the control zones around the scene, the ISO should?

Back 178

Ensure they are in place and clearly marked

Front 179

Who is directly responsible for ensuring that rapid intervention crews are in place at structural FF incidents?

Back 179

Incident Safety Officer

Front 180

If the IMS expands because of the size of the incident, the ISO coordinates the rehab section with ?

Back 180

Logistics

Front 181

Conflicts in jurisdiction over scene safety must be resolved immediately because they can?

Back 181

Lead to unnecessary losses or injuries

Front 182

Whenever possible, altering, suspending, or terminating activities should be done?

Back 182

Through the IC

Front 183

The steps taken to save lives, reduce property damage, and control the incident are?

Back 183

Strategies

Front 184

Which type of strategy focuses on the saving of human life and may result in the violation of safety procedures?

Back 184

Marginal

Front 185

To accomplish the objective of controlling an incident, the FD employs?

Back 185

Tactics

Front 186

What are examples of tactics?

Back 186

1) Hoseline placement
2) Ventilation
3) Use of master stream devices

Front 187

When the ISO gives contradictory commands that lead to problems, he/she must rely on his/her __?__ to solve them?

Back 187

Credibility and working relationship with personnel

Front 188

Incident safety plans are based on?

Back 188

The risk management model

Front 189

The basic factors in emergency incident risk management include?

Back 189

Routine evaluations and modifications

Front 190

Examples of logistical support are?

Back 190

1) Additional protective clothing
2) Auxiliary power and lighting
3) Provisions for food, drink and shelter

Front 191

Who becomes the ISO's sources of data at large scale operations?

Back 191

Additional safety officers

Front 192

When multiple safety officers are on scene, who is responsible for coordinating their safety planning?

Back 192

The original ISO

Front 193

The ISO must work closely with the triage officer during?

Back 193

Mass Casualty Incidents

Front 194

Specialized rescue operations include?

Back 194

1) High-angle rescues
2) Water rescues
3) Structural collapse rescues

Front 195

To who should the ISO provide his/her written postincident report?

Back 195

Health and safety officer and FD Chief

Front 196

What is the best way to employ the information in the ISO's postincident report?

Back 196

Apply a "lessons learned" model