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In hotels, apartment buildings, and the like, it is a good idea to search where?
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The roof
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List seven(7) tactical task that are essential for operating at a fire.
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Rescue
Exposures Confinement Extinguishment Overhaul Ventilation Salvage |
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When conducting a search and rescue fire fighters moving up or down stairways, should move how?
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Moving up stairways -head first
Moving down stairways -feet first. |
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What are some questions a first arriving company should attempt to answer regarding a rescue operation?
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1) Is anyone in the building?
2) Are they in immediate danger? 3) If they are in danger is it possible to rescue them or prevent injury? 4) What is the best method to do so? |
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IIn a multi story building such as a hotel or an apartment building, in which order should the building be searched for potential victims?
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1st - The fire floor
2nd - The floor above the fire floor 3rd - The top floor |
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What is one of the primary contributing factors to loss of life when a large number of people are paced in danger at a fire situation?
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PANIC
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Search teams should work in a group of at least ______ firefighters.
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Two
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Searchers should always check:
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the areas near doors and windows, and the inside of all closets.
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What is the quickest and easiest way of removing a person from an upper floor?
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Stairways
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If people are showing at windows on various floors when the fire department arrives, and ladders are needed for rescue, where should the first ladders be placed?
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To the highest floor possible
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What is one of the primary contributing factors to loss of life when a large number of people are paced in danger at a fire situation?
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PANIC
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Search teams should work in a group of at least ______ firefighters.
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Two
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Searchers should always check:
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the areas near doors and windows, and the inside of all closets.
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What is the quickest and easiest way of removing a person from an upper floor?
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Stairways
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If people are showing at windows on various floors when the fire department arrives, and ladders are needed for rescue, where should the first ladders be placed?
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To the highest floor possible
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It should be kept in mind that in many situations, _______________ is the best means of saving lives and preventing further injury to the occupants.
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...an immediate and rapid attack on the fire...
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Exposures located inside the building.
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Interior exposures
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Exposures located outside of the building.
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Exterior exposures.
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On large fires or some multiple-story fires it may be necessary to set up _____ ______ to protect exposures from radiated heat.
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water curtains
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What is the primary purpose of overhaul?
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to ensure that the fire is out
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To be effective a trench cut should be cut how for from the initial vent hole?
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20 feet
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At least how many ladders should be raised to a roof if roof ventilation is to take place?
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two (2)
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Possible methods of removing water form multistory buildings:
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- stairways
- removal of toilets - cut holes in floors - elevator shafts (low on the priority list) |
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NFPA 1620
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Recommended Practice for Pre-Incident Planning
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What is the approximate reach for a handheld line?
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50 feet (pg. 141)
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Unprotected steel may begin to lose its strength in as short a period of time as...?
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ten minutes (pg 141)
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The basic objectives of an engine company are quite simple. They are to __________________.
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Locate, confine, and extinguish the fire.
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What is the primary extinguishing agent for Class A fires?
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Water
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Nozzles designed to maintain a constant nozzle pressure regardless of the flow.
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Automatic Nozzle
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Refers to fighting the fire itself with the use of water, throwing dirt on it, using beaters, or otherwise directly fighting the fire.
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Direct Attack
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What is one of the basic principles that should be considered when making the decision as to the size of the line to be used?
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Never underestimate the size of the fire.
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What is one of the basic principles that should be considered when making the decision as to the size of the line to be used?
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Never underestimate the size of the fire.
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Directing fire streams toward the ceiling of a room or building in order to generate a large amount of steam. Converting the water to steam absorbs the heat of the fire and cools the area sufficiently for firefighters to safely enter.
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Indirect attack
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Directing fire streams toward the ceiling of a room or building in order to generate a large amount of steam. Converting the water to steam absorbs the heat of the fire and cools the area sufficiently for firefighters to safely enter.
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Indirect attack
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What is the best angle for climbing a ladder?
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75 degrees
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When ladders are raised to the roof they should be extended approximately____________ above the roof.
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five (5) feet - about five ladder rungs
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When firefighters are working on a roof, ladders should be provided to ensure that there are at least _________ ways for firefighters to escape the roof.
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two (2)
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How many firefighters are required when using an 1 1/2" or a 1 3/4" line for an interior attack?
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two (2)
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How many firefighters are required to maneuver a 2 1/2" line?
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three (3)
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What is the fire flow (in gallons per minute) for a fully involved building measuring 30' x 50'?
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Fire flow = length x width divided by 3;
30 x 50 = 1500 1500 / 3 = 500 GPM |
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A fire situation in which a direct attack is made on the fire. It requires firefighters to go inside the building and put the fire out.
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Offensive Mode
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A fire situation in which the fire is fought from outside the building.
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Defensive mode
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The collapse zone should be equal to ____________ the height of the building.
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one and a half times
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What portion of a building is considered the strongest?
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the corners
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How should fires in an attic be attacked?
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As quickly as possible with the use of 1 1/2 inch or 1 3/4 inch lines equipped with fog or spray nozzles.
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How much water should be used to control an attic fire?
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As little as possible.
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What is one of the first things that should be tried on a chimney fire?
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the use of dry chemicals
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What is a PARTITION FIRE?
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a concealed fire in a wall.
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At a fire with multiple exposures, the exposures on which side should be protected first?
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the leeward side.
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Some actions to be taken when fire is involved in PLACES OF PUBLIC ASSEMBLY.
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- see that all exits are thrown open immediately.
- lines must be advanced to protect exits. - ladders should be raised to every fire escape and every window where people are showing. - portable lighting should be taken into the building; wether or not power is lost. |
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From what standpoint are church fires different from almost any other type of fire to which the fire department is likely to respond?
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It can almost always be anticipated that if the fire is of any size at all, the entire building will probably be lost.
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What is a NACELLE?
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The housing around an aircraft engine.
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What should be used to cool wheel fires on aircraft?
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carbon dioxide extinguishers
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What is normally the best extinguishing agent for fires on the deck of a ship?
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Foam. AFFF is preferred.
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Vertical tanks are designed so that the weakest part of the tank is what part?
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the roof
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A basic principle that should never be ignored when playing water on an exposed horizontal tank is _______?
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never direct the water from the ends of the tank.
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What is the vapor density of LPG?
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1.5
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Is the vapor density of natural gas greater than or less than 1.0
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Less than 1.0
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A basic principle of fighting fires in combustible gases is ...?
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NEVER extinguish the fire unless the source of the leak can be stopped.
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What is the initial action required when arriving at a large fire involving an LPG tank truck?
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Protect the exposures and cool the burning tanker.
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What are two positive warning signs of a possible BLEVE?
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- an increase in the pitch of the sound made by the escaping gas.
- a discoloration of the tank near the flame impingement area. |
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Underground vaults and manholes should only be entered when?
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When it is ABSOLUTELY necessary for the purpose of making a rescue.
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What is the leading cause of wildfires?
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incendiarism
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What type of stream should be used on a fully involved auto fire and where should the stream be directed?
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A straight stream from a maximum distance directed first at the fuel tank then at the tires. Pg. 287
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What type of stream should be used on an attic fire?
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Attic fires should be attacked as quickly as possible with the use of 1 ½ or 1 ¾ inch lines equipped with fog or spray nozzles. Pg. 215
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How is the size of the collapse zone determined?
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The collapse zone should be equal to one and a half times the height of the building. Pg. 207
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What is one of the first things that should be tried on a chimney fire?
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One of the first things that should be tried on a chimney fire is the use of dry chemicals. Pg. 221
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What are the approximate lengths of ladders needed to reach the roof of a two story residential structure and a three story residential structure?
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Two story- 24 feet, Three story- 35 feet. Pg. 184
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If it is decided that a ladder should be used for rescue, where should the first ladder be placed?
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The first ladder should be raised to the highest floor possible. Pg. 47
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What is the primary objective of overhaul?
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The primary objective of overhaul is to ensure that the fire is out. Pg. 53
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What is the best angle for climbing a ladder?
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75 degrees. Pg 180
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What is normally the best extinguishing agent to use on the deck fire of a ship?
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Normally the best extinguishing agent will be foam. AFFF is preferred. Pg 311
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Where are the weakest parts of a horizontal storage tank?
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The weakest part of these tanks are the ends. Pg 327
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If it is decided that a ladder should be used for rescue, where should the first ladder be placed?
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The first ladder should be raised to the highest floor possible. Pg. 47
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What is the primary objective of overhaul?
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The primary objective of overhaul is to ensure that the fire is out. Pg. 53
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What is the best angle for climbing a ladder?
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75 degrees. Pg 180
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What is normally the best extinguishing agent to use on the deck fire of a ship?
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Normally the best extinguishing agent will be foam. AFFF is preferred. Pg 311
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Where are the weakest parts of a horizontal storage tank?
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The weakest part of these tanks are the ends. Pg 327
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If it is decided that a ladder should be used for rescue, where should the first ladder be placed?
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The first ladder should be raised to the highest floor possible. Pg. 47
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What is the primary objective of overhaul?
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The primary objective of overhaul is to ensure that the fire is out. Pg. 53
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What is the best angle for climbing a ladder?
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75 degrees. Pg 180
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What is normally the best extinguishing agent to use on the deck fire of a ship?
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Normally the best extinguishing agent will be foam. AFFF is preferred. Pg 311
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Where are the weakest parts of a horizontal storage tank?
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The weakest part of these tanks are the ends. Pg 327
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What does “RECEO VS” stand for?
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RESCUE
EXPOSURES CONFINEMENT EXTINGUISHMENT OVERHAUL VENTILATION SALVAGE Pg 39 |
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______ is one of the primary contributing factors to the loss of life when a large number of people are placed in danger at a fire situation.
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Panic, Pg. 41
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In what order should the search commence in multi-story buildings?
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The fire floor, the floor above the fire floor, and the top floor Pg. 43
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If ladders must be used for rescue when people are showing at various floors, where should the ladders be placed first?
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The first ladders should be raised the highest floor possible. Pg. 47
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At what temperature does Plexiglas melt?
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400 degrees F Pg. 64
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When making a trench cut, how far should it be from the initial vent hole?
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20 feet Pg. 69
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When performing roof ventilation, how many ladders should be raised to the roof and why?
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two(2), to provide an extra means of escape. Pg. 76
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During ventilation operations, when should you expect and be prepared for backdraft?
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Always Pg. 76
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The reach of a hand held line is about ______ feet.
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50 feet Pg. 141
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What are the basic objectives of an engine company?
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16. 20 feet Pg. 69
17. 2, to provide an extra means of escape. Pg. 76 18. Always Pg. 76 19. 50 feet Pg. 141 20. Locate, confine, and Extinguish Pg. 152 |
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Most fires encountered by the fire department are of the ______ type. The primary extinguishing agent for this type is ______.
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Class A, Water Pg. 166
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The best climbing angle for a ladder is _____ degrees.
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75 degrees Pg. 180
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When working a 1 ¾ inch line inside, how many firefighters are required?
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2 firefighters Pg. 199
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How many firefighters are required to maneuver a 2 ½ inch hose line?
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3 firefighters Pg. 199
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What is the National Fire Academy’s method for estimating the amount required to control and extinguish a fire?
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GPM = L x W / 3 Pg. 201
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When should salvage operations be started for a fire in an attic fire?
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If possible, salvage operations should started on the floor below the fire simultaneously with the line advancement into the attic. Pg.216
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How does Fire Suppression Practices and Procedures define “high rise”?
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Any multiple-story building that requires the use of high-rise firefighting tactics for effective extinguishment. Pg. 256
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What is normally the best extinguishing agent for fires on the deck of a ship?
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foam, AFFF pg. 311
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Liquids having a flash point below 100 degrees F are called _______ liquids.
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flammable liquids pg. 319
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Liquids having a flash point above 100 degrees F are called _______.
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combustible liquids Pg. 319
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TRUE or FALSE
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What part of a liquid storage tank is designed to be the weakest?
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The roof Pg. 326
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Which part of a horizontal tank should water never be directed from?
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The ends Pg. 328
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Once water has been directed on to a tank adjacent to a fire what should be done?
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The stream must be applied continuously. Pg. 329-330
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What is the vapor density of liquefied petroleum gas?
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1.5 or more Pg. 331
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When fighting fires in combustible gases, when should the fire be extinguished?
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Not until the source of the leak can be stopped. Pg.333
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In a fire where flames are impinging on the burning tank, what tactics should be used to prevent a BLEVE?
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It is imperative that water in large quantities be applied to the impinged areas as quickly as possible. Pg.334
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What are two positive warning signs of a BLEVE?
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An increase in the pitch of the sound made the escaping gas, and a discoloration of the tank near the flame impingement area. Pg.335
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True or False. Electrical fires in underground vaults and manholes should always be fought with an immediate aggressive interior attack.
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False, Pg. 338
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What is the leading cause of wildfires in the United States?
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Incendiarism. Pg. 352
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When fighting fires in combustible gases, when should the fire be extinguished?
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Not until the source of the leak can be stopped. Pg.333
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In a fire where flames are impinging on the burning tank, what tactics should be used to prevent a BLEVE?
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It is imperative that water in large quantities be applied to the impinged areas as quickly as possible. Pg.334
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What are two positive warning signs of a BLEVE?
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An increase in the pitch of the sound made the escaping gas, and a discoloration of the tank near the flame impingement area. Pg.335
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True or False. Electrical fires in underground vaults and manholes should always be fought with an immediate aggressive interior attack.
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False, Pg. 338
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What is the leading cause of wildfires in the United States?
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Incendiarism. Pg. 352
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Fire has extended into the common attic of a strip mall, where should the roof be ventilated?
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Above the fire. pg. 251
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When working on a roof there should be at least_________ (how many) routes of escape
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two (2) pg. 251
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Church fire are different from almost any other fire in what way?
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It can almost always be anticipated that if the fire is of any size at all, the entire building will be lost. pg. 252
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A fire has occurred in an occupied building or place of assembly and people are showing at multiple windows. Where should ladders be raised?
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ladders should be raised to every fire escape and every window where people are showing. pg. 245
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Although the life hazard takes first priority, it should be kept in mind that in a majority of cases the most effective means of saving a life is an ____________ attack on the fire
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Aggressive pg. 226 & 250
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What is a partition fire?
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A concealed fire in a wall. pg. 223
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What is one of the first things that should be tried on chimney fire?
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The use of dry chemicals. pg.221
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When should an attic fire be attacked, and what type of nozzle should be used?
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As quickly as possible with use of 1 1/2 or 1 3/4 inch lines equipped with a fog or spray nozzle.
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When should salvage operations be started when fire is in the attic?
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Simultaneously with the line advancement into the attic pg. 216
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If a fire in a church has progressed to the steeple or an inside fire has entered the hanging ceiling or attic, what type of firefighting mode is probably best?
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Defensive mode pg. 253
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