TCFP BASIC STRUCTURE FIREFIGHTER
PRACTICE EXAM 2 QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES 2025
1. What is the primary function of a fire department?
A. Investigate fire causes
B. Protect life and property
C. Provide medical services only
D. Enforce building codes
Protecting life and property is the core mission of all fire departments.
2. What is the NFPA standard for firefighter professional qualifications?
A. NFPA 1500
B. NFPA 1001
C. NFPA 1971
D. NFPA 1403
NFPA 1001 outlines the minimum requirements for firefighters.
,3. What type of construction is most resistant to fire?
A. Type V
B. Type III
C. Type I
D. Type IV
Type I (Fire-Resistive) construction is designed to withstand high
temperatures and prevent fire spread.
4. What is the main hazard of lightweight construction?
A. Poor insulation
B. Early collapse during fire
C. Difficult to ventilate
D. Excessive weight
Lightweight materials can fail quickly under fire conditions, increasing
collapse risk.
5. What is the primary purpose of the Incident Command System (ICS)?
A. Establish financial responsibility
B. Ensure command and coordination at incidents
C. Limit personnel at the scene
D. Reduce water use
ICS provides structure and coordination for emergency operations.
6. What is the standard color of hydrants indicating 1500 GPM or more?
A. Red
B. Orange
C. Green
, D. Light Blue
Light blue indicates the highest flow rate of 1500 GPM or more.
7. What is the term for the movement of fire gases in a structure?
A. Fire spread
B. Plume
C. Rollover
D. Flow path
Flow path is the movement of heat and smoke in a fire environment.
8. What is flashover?
A. Collapse of the building
B. Transition to full-room involvement
C. When fire spreads to another building
D. Complete extinguishment
Flashover marks the sudden involvement of all combustible materials in a
room.
9. What type of rope is used for life safety?
A. Utility rope
B. Manila rope
C. Static Kernmantle rope
D. Braided rope
Static kernmantle rope is strong, durable, and has low stretch, ideal for
rescue.
10.SCBA should be used:
A. Only outdoors
PRACTICE EXAM 2 QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES 2025
1. What is the primary function of a fire department?
A. Investigate fire causes
B. Protect life and property
C. Provide medical services only
D. Enforce building codes
Protecting life and property is the core mission of all fire departments.
2. What is the NFPA standard for firefighter professional qualifications?
A. NFPA 1500
B. NFPA 1001
C. NFPA 1971
D. NFPA 1403
NFPA 1001 outlines the minimum requirements for firefighters.
,3. What type of construction is most resistant to fire?
A. Type V
B. Type III
C. Type I
D. Type IV
Type I (Fire-Resistive) construction is designed to withstand high
temperatures and prevent fire spread.
4. What is the main hazard of lightweight construction?
A. Poor insulation
B. Early collapse during fire
C. Difficult to ventilate
D. Excessive weight
Lightweight materials can fail quickly under fire conditions, increasing
collapse risk.
5. What is the primary purpose of the Incident Command System (ICS)?
A. Establish financial responsibility
B. Ensure command and coordination at incidents
C. Limit personnel at the scene
D. Reduce water use
ICS provides structure and coordination for emergency operations.
6. What is the standard color of hydrants indicating 1500 GPM or more?
A. Red
B. Orange
C. Green
, D. Light Blue
Light blue indicates the highest flow rate of 1500 GPM or more.
7. What is the term for the movement of fire gases in a structure?
A. Fire spread
B. Plume
C. Rollover
D. Flow path
Flow path is the movement of heat and smoke in a fire environment.
8. What is flashover?
A. Collapse of the building
B. Transition to full-room involvement
C. When fire spreads to another building
D. Complete extinguishment
Flashover marks the sudden involvement of all combustible materials in a
room.
9. What type of rope is used for life safety?
A. Utility rope
B. Manila rope
C. Static Kernmantle rope
D. Braided rope
Static kernmantle rope is strong, durable, and has low stretch, ideal for
rescue.
10.SCBA should be used:
A. Only outdoors
