NFPA 1001 is the
Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications
One of the primary functions of the truck/ladder company is
performing forcible entry to fire scene buildings
OSHA may establish regulations governing fire department activities such as
health and safety
In the ICS, the functional area responsible for all incident activities, including the development and implementation of strategic decisions, is
Command
What normal body cooling mechanism is lost when wearing PPE?
Evaporation of perspiration
What is one aspect of high rise fires that is especially draining of energy?
walking up many flights of stairs in PPE
A _ permits firefighters to gain access during an emergency
key box/lock box
In kernmantle rope, the kern or core of the rope accounts for approximately _ of its strength
75 percent
The combination of knots recommended to hoist a pike pole includes
a clove hitch and half hitches
The order of rank and authority in the fire service describes
chain of command
The street, or address side of the structure is termed
Division A
The ratio of the mass of a given volume of liquid compared with the mass of an equal volume of water at the same temperature is
specific gravity
Life safety rope should be stored in
coils in rope bags
Toxic atmospheres due to smoke and heat are called
immediately dangerous to life and health
Which of the following has the highest priority for radio transmission?
Emergency traffic from a unit working at a fire or rescue
The telecommunicator’s first responsibility is to
obtain the information that is required to dispatch the appropriate units to the correct location
Before transmitting any information over the fire department radio, a fire fighter should
listen to be sure the channel is not being used
When using positive pressure SCBA, a poor seal between the face piece and the firefighter’s face is
dangerous, because it is depleting the air supply more quickly
The bypass valve on a SCBA is used
in emergency situations involving a malfunctioning regulator
The first noticeable sign of oxygen deficiency is
increased respiratory rate and impaired muscular coordination
Four hazardous atmospheres that firefighters are likely to encounter at a fire are
super heated air, toxic gases, oxygen deficiency, and smoke
Trapped firefighters awaiting rescue will use less air if they
control their breathing
The primary function of the bypass valve on the SCBA is
for use if the regulator fails
The proper position of the bypass valve on positive pressure SCBA under normal conditions is
fully closed
Hypoxia is
a deficiency of oxygen
inhaled toxic gases can directly cause
disease of the lung tissue
What is incorrect about the two SCBA types in fire service use?
The closed circuit type is commonly used for structural firefighting
The purpose of the PASS device is to
sound and alarm if a firefighter is motionless for a set period of time
At the beginning of the shift, the firefighter should make sure their SCBA is at least __% full
90
Once overhead doors have forced, they should be
blocked open
Which tool is a pulling tool? Crowbar, flathead ax, pike pole, halligan
pike pole
What is one example of a hand powered hydraulic spreader tool?
Rabbet tool
Overhaul operations should commence
after fire investigation concerns are met
Ideally when should fire investigators begin their work scene
before overhaul starts
If large amounts of water need to be removed from areas lacking floor drains, firefighters may _ to remove the water quickly
remove toilets and use the sewer system as a drain
Soft sleeve intake hose is used for
transferring water from a hydrant to an apparatus
On a dry barrel hydrant, the valve that controls water flow to all outlets is located_____ of the hydrant
at the base
Extinguishing agents safe for use on fires in or near energized electrical equipment include
carbon dioxide and dry chemical
Extinguishers suitable for Class A fires can be identified by a _ containing the letter A. I colored, it should be __
blue circle
Extinguishers suitable for Class D fires can be identified by a _ containing the letter D. I colored, it should be __
yellow star
Stell and aluminum cylinders for breathing apparatus should be hydrostatically tested after each __ year period
four
When loading fire hose, the __ serves to change the direction of the hose and can also change the location of a coupling
dutchman
Which is not a common load for pre connected attack lines? flat, triple layer, straight, minuteman
straight
An acceptable use for the __ is to attach a rope to an object such as a pole, post, or hose line
clove hitch
Which of the following is incorrect with regard to natural fiber ropes
they work best as life safety lines
When receiving reports of emergencies by telephone, the individual should always speak
clearly, slowly, and with good volume
Which of the following is not an appropriate procedure or consideration before applying foam
the use of foam is limited to combustible liquids
the coupling on the high pressure hose that is attached to an SCBA cylinder should be
hand tight
Which of the following is true regarding SCBA?
All scba face pieces must be fit tested
A least desirable point for forcible entry is
A revolving door
A personnel accountability system tracks which firefighters are assigned to each vehicle and
Each crew’s assignment
A hose roller is
A curved metal frame that fits over the edge of a roof or windowsill
Solid stream handlines are designed to be operated at a nozzle pressure of __ psi
50
Which of the following statements regarding the accordion load is incorrect
It is the preferred way to load large diameter hose
What is the safest and best way to advance a hose line up a ladder?
Charged
What is a recommended practice to prevent mechanical fire hose damage?
Open and close nozzles, valves, and hydrants slowly
The usual cause of collapse of open web steel joist is the
Amount of heat generated by the fire in a structure
Hidden fires can be detected by
Feeling it with the back of the hand
What feature is required on a fire department connection that allows a ff to charge the first hose line prior to connecting the second
Clapper valve
A blue circle with a letter designation in the center would indicate an extinguisher for use on _ fires
Class c
Dry powder extinguishers are rated for use on __ metals
Class D
Halon fire extinguishers are primarily designed for use on __ fires
Class B and C
A blue circle with a letter designation in the center would indicate an extinguisher is rated for use on __ fires
Class C
Pump tank extinguishers are used to apply
Water
When drying synthetic rope, keep it
Out of sunlight
_ should be applied to wooden tool handles to prevent roughness and warping
Boiled linseed oil
The main advantage of the donut roll
Both ends are available on the outside of the roll
Hose is unloaded at the scene of a fire and the pumper proceeds to the water source this is
A forward lay
About how much of a kernmantle rope’s strength is provided by the mantle
25 to 30 percent
The strategy of an incident which of the following
Offensive and defensive mode
What does automatic number identification feature of enhance 911 do?
Show the caller’s phone number
What is NOT a limitation of a ff’s ability to use SCBA
Oxygen cylinder size
When filling an SCBA cylinder, the cylinder must be
Placed in a fragmentation containment or other shielded device
A cutting torch has a flame temperature of
5000 degrees f
During which of the following operations are personnel allowed to be outside the cab while an apparatus is in motion?
hose loading
An informal discussion with incident responders conducted after the incident is known as:
defusing
What is the minimum noise level, in decibels, which requires firefighters in the United States to wear hearing protection?
90
The instantaneous explosion of superheated gases that occurs when oxygen is introduced into an oxygen-depleted confined space is known as a:
backdraft
Which of the following best represents nonflaming or smoldering combustion?
fire triangle
Which of the following best represents flaming combustion?
fire tetrahedron
What is the most common product of combustion encountered in structure fires?
carbon monoxide
Controlling fire by interrupting the combustion reaction is known as:
chemical flame inhibition
Which of the following is a type of expelling agent used in a portable fire extinguisher?
stored pressure
What is the difference between dry chemical and dry powder extinguishing agents?
dry powder is suitable for combustible metal fires
What type of extinguishing system is frequently installed in range hoods and places where grease may accumulate?
wet chemical system
What is a commonly used dry chemical in portable fire extinguishers?
monoammonium phosphate
How many gallons of water is required for a fire extinguisher to have a 2-A rating?
2.5
The three factors that determine the value of a fire extinguisher are its serviceability, its accessibility, and its
simplicity of operation
What is the only type of rope construction that is approved for use as a life safety applications?
block creel construction
Which of the following is a characteristic of synthetic fiber rope?
resistant to mildew
What type of rope is used for most rope-rescue incidents?
static rope
What is the minimum allowed diameter for rope that is rated as general use life safety rope?
7/16 inch
What is the minimum breaking strength required for general use life safety ropes?
9000 lbs
Rope constructed by twisting several groups of individual strands together is known as:
laid rope
How often should unused ropes be inspected?
annually
What is the minimum number of firefighters for a search team?
2
What type of carabiner is best for use in rescue operations?
positive locking type
The priority for searching a multi-story building is the fire floor, the floor immediately above the fire floor, and the:
topmost floor
If needed, which of the following tools could be used to remove a laminated windshield in a vehicle?
air chisel
What is the proper and safe position for an acetylene cylinder that is part of a cutting torch kit?
secure and upright
What is the most common use of a chain saw during fire ground operation?
ventilation
Why should the use of a cheater on a prying tool be avoided?
the tool can break and injure the firefighter
What is the best method for sharpening the cutting edge of an axe?
by hand
What is the best lubricant for unprotected metal surfaces?
light machine oil
What is the device used to prevent a patio sliding door from being forced open?
burglar block
Which type of overhead door is generally easiest to force unless it is motor driven?
sectional
What are the devices attached to the inside of the beams on fly sections used to hold the fly section in place?
pawls
Which type of ladder is used to gain access to attics and can be carried in narrow hallways?
folding ladder
An extension ladder with the fly sections fully retracted is in the:
bedded position
Where should the ladder tip be placed when using a ladder to perform a rescue from a window opening?
tip of ladder just below windowsill
Which carry is typically used for a 35 ft. extension ladder?
three firefighter flat shoulder carry
What is the minimum distance of separation between a ladder and energized electrical equipment?
10 feet
What is the proper location for the fly section of a metal ladder when the fly section(s) are extended?
fly out
The tendency of gases to form into layers, according to temperature, with the hottest gases at the top is known as:
thermal layering
How does ventilation control fire spread during a structural fire?
The release of smoke and heat reduces the rate at which fire will spread.
What is a sign of a potential backdraft?
smoke stained windows
What is the typical construction used for flat roofs on commercial buildings?
joists covered with decking
What type of ventilation is used to stop the spread of a fire in a long, narrow structure?
trench ventilation
Which type of valve used as a control valve for a sprinkler system indicates whether the valve is open or closed by the position of the center screw?
OS&Y Valve
What is the difference between soft sleeve and hard suction hose?
soft suction hose must be used with pressurized water sources
What is the best method for preventing mechanical damage to fire hose when the hose vibrates near the pumper?
chafing blocks
What is used to make the connection between the male and female ends of a fire hose watertight?
swivel gasket
What type of valve is used in pumper discharges and gated wyes?
ball valve
What type of valve incorporates a flat baffle that turns 90 degrees?
butterfly valve
_____ is the quantity of heat absorbed by a substance at the point at which it changes from a liquid to a vapor.
latent heat of vaporization
Water will expand approximately __ times its original volume when heated to 212°F (100°C).
1700
Most master stream solid-stream devices are operated at _ psi.
80
The designed operating pressure for most combination nozzles is:
100 psi
To be most effective in suppressing fuel vapors from an unignited fuel spill, a Class B foam blanket should be at least _ thick.
4 inches
The __ method is used to apply foam by directing it onto a nearby object and allowing the foam to run down and onto the fuel’s surface.
bank down
The smallest handline used for interior fire fighting should be a __ line.
1.5 inch
Firefighters can cool the hot gas layer overhead by applying short bursts of water fog into it using a _ degree fog pattern.
40-60
Except for quick attack devices, it is not practical to set up master stream devices with anything less than _ 2½ inch hoselines.
2
The most common types of aerial devices are quints, aerial ladders, aerial platforms, and:
water towers
The application of __ is the method most often used to control flammable liquid fires.
foam
When dealing with fires in underground transmission lines, fire apparatus should be parked at least _ from the site.
300 feet
When attacking a vehicle fire, the attack line should be at least a __ hoseline.
1.5 inch
The three basic types of auxiliary systems include the local energy system, shunt system, and:
parallel telephone system
The three most common release mechanisms for activation of sprinklers include fusible links, frangible bulbs, and:
chemical pellets
A sprinkler storage cabinet is required to house a sprinkler wrench and a minimum of how many spare sprinklers?
six
Which type of control valve uses a circular disk inside a flat plate on top of the valve housing to indicate whether the valve is open or close?
post indicator valve
Which valve in a sprinkler system is located in a remote part of the system, normally discharges outside the building, and is used to simulate the activation of a single sprinkler?
inspectors test valve
What type of sprinkler system is used to prevent water damage, even if the pipes become broken?
preaction
Those operations that aid in reducing primary and secondary damage during fire fighting operations is the definition of:
salvage
What should be developed for buildings with high-value contents that are susceptible to water and smoke damage?
Special preincident plans
A common obstacle to efficient salvage operations in commercial occupancies and warehouses is a lack of:
skids or pallets under stock
What percentage of convictions occurs as a result of suspected incendiary fires?
2%
The cause of a fire is a combination of the fuel that is ignited, the form and source of the heat of ignition, and:
an act or omission that brings them together
Observations made by firefighters upon arrival at the fire scene include wind direction and velocity, the presence of burglary tools, and:
familiar faces in the crowd of bystanders
__ may produce abnormally high heat intensity and may be confused with the use of accelerants.
Polyurethane
A ________________ is any location or facility at which 9-1-1 calls are answered either by direct calling, rerouting, or diversion.
Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP)
A predetermined number of fire units assigned to respond to an emergency is known as:
alarm assignment
Two common emergency signals are broadcasting a radio message ordering the evacuation and:
Sound the audible warning devices on apparatus at the scene.
Which of the following components of a fire is most manageable through fire prevention?
heat source
Which of the following will cause mechanical heat energy?
machine bearings
What fire hazard arises from the processes or operations peculiar to an individual occupancy?
special fire hazard
Which of the following code violations must be corrected immediately by the property owner?
obstructed exit door