Wildland Firefighting Course S-190/S-130 Q&A

How many feet are in a chain? - ANSWER-66 feet Name the 3 sides of the fire triangle: - ANSWER-1) Oxygen 2) Fuel 3) Heat How does conduction supply heat to a fuel to start a fire? - ANSWER-Conduction transfers heat to adjacent DIRECT CONTACT. How does radiation supply heat to a fuel to start a fire? - ANSWER-Radiation transfers heat to fuels through heat waves and rays. How does convection supply heat to a fuel to start a fire? - ANSWER-Convection transfers heat to fuels through indirect heating/cooling via wind/smoke. Explain the reason for establishing an anchor point. - ANSWER-Creates an advantageous and safe point of origin to flank the fire by establishing control lines. What types of fuels might we find on the NORTH ASPECT? - ANSWER-Heavier fuels, lower temperatures, increased humidity, wetter soil, and increased fuel moisture What types of fuels might we find on the SOUTH ASPECT? - ANSWER-Lighter fuels, incre