TCFP FF 1 Study Guide With Correct Answers

1. In the fire service, the term mutual aid refers to: - Correct Ans-an agreement to provide reciprocal assistance. 2. Life safety, incident stabilization, and __________ are the three most important organizational duties for fire departments to pursue. - Correct Ans-property conservation 3. The plan or written document for tactical operations is known as a department's: - Correct Ans-S.O.P./S.O.G. 4. Fire department standard operating procedures/standard operating guides should be established in the most commonly accepted order of fireground priorities, which is: - Correct Ans-life safety, incident stabilization, and property conservation. 5. The most common injuries related to improper lifting techniques are: - Correct Ans-back strains 6. __________ and __________ are two of the most common activities that result in injury at a fire station. - Correct Ans-Improper lifting techniques / slip and fall accidents 7. A mission statement is: - Correct Ans-a written declaration by an agency describing the things that it intends to do to protect its citizens. 8. In the Incident Management System (IMS), the functional area responsible for all costs and aspects of an incident, especially at a large-scale, long-term incident, is: - Correct Ans-Finance 9. Who has the key position in the organization and is essential to the department in fulfilling its mission? - Correct Ans-Firefighter 10. NFPA 1001 is the: - Correct Ans-Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications. 11. Depending on a department's mission statement, a firefighter may also be required to perform as a(n): - Correct Ans-All the above Hazardous Materials Technician, Rescue Specialist, Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic. 12. In the Incident Management System (IMS), the functional area responsible for providing facilities, services, and materials necessary to support an incident is: - Correct Ans-Logistics 13. Which of the following is not a requirement for an individual trained in fire suppression? - Correct Ans-Being certified as a pumper driver/operator 14. Historically, the basic unit of a fire department is: - Correct Ans-the company 15. Which of the following is not considered one of the basic duties of an engine company? - Correct Ans-Performing technical rescue 16. One of the primary functions of the truck/ladder company is: - Correct Ans-performing forcible entry to fire building. 17. Which of the following is not considered a function of the rescue company? - Correct Ans-Stretching the initial attack line 18. The person ultimately responsible for the operations and administration of the fire department is the: - Correct Ans-fire chief. 19. In all fire departments, training must: - Correct Ans-be a continuing function. 20. OSHA may establish regulations governing fire department activities such as: - Correct Ans-health and safety. 21. Which of the following terms does not relate to fire and emergency operations? - Correct Ans-Bylaws 22. What is/are the rule(s) for developing standard operating procedures (SOPs)/standard operating guides(SOGs)? - Correct Ans-Firefighter safety is the first consideration for all procedures. 23. A common factor with regard to multiple firefighter deaths at emergency incidents is: - Correct Ans-the lack of an organized, effective command structure. 24. In the Incident Management System (IMS), the functional area that directs the organization's tactics to meet the strategic goals developed by command and is responsible for the management of all activities applicable to the primary mission is: - Correct Ans-Operations 25. The leading cause of firefighter fatalities is: - Correct Ans-Heart Attack 26. What is the leading cause of firefighter injuries? - Correct Ans-Overexertion and strain 27. How does OSHA look at NFPA standards when addressing issues not directly covered by the Code of Federal Regulations? - Correct Ans-NFPA standards are viewed as guidelines. 28. Which of the following topics is not covered by NFPA 1500? - Correct Ans-Budgeting requirements 29. Which of the following is not one of the five components of the accident chain? - Correct Ans-Procedures 30. What is the difference between intervention and mitigation? - Correct Ans-Intervention is typically reactive and mitigation typically proactive. 31. Which of the following is not one of the three key components that make up most fire service operational environments? - Correct Ans-The event 32. Which of the following statements regarding procedures is incorrect? - Correct Ans-Both formal and informal procedures have little responsibility for the overall safety of a department. 33. In the Incident Management System (IMS), the functional area responsible for all incident activities, including the development and implementation of strategic decisions, is: - Correct Ans-Command 34. Which of the following items is not important when factored into the firefighter's safety equation? - Correct Ans-Gender 36. What are some strategies that firefighters can use to retain knowledge and skills presented in training sessions? - Correct Ans-All the above Take notes and keep handouts., Practice skills that are not used frequently., Envision the application of all training. 37. Which of the following training subjects is not essential for increased incident safety? - Correct Ans-Fire Service Traditions 38. Which of the following is not one of the keys to improving the firefighter's physical health? - Correct Ans-Gender/ethnic background 39. How much of the body is structural firefighting