ACTUAL Exam Questions and CORRECT
Answers
Which pneumatic tools are often used for delicate cutting operations and can cut case hardened
locks and steel? - CORRECT ANSWER - Whizzer saws
Which proportioning method uses an external pump or head pressure to force foam concentrate
into the fire stream at the correct ratio for the water flow? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Premixing method
What is the term used to describe forward velocity pressure at a discharge opening while water is
flowing? - CORRECT ANSWER - Flow pressure
Which of the following is NOT a question that would be asked concerning appliances during a
residential fire safety survey?
Are surge protectors being used?
Are appliances name brand?
Are electrical cords in good condition?
Are the units operating properly? - CORRECT ANSWER - are appliances name brand?
Which type of pressure can be measured with a pitot tube and gauge? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Flow pressure
Proportioning methods: When would batch mixing not be effective? - CORRECT
ANSWER - On large incidents because attack lines must be shut down when refilling an
empty tank.
, Water applied to ordinary combustibles usually _______. - CORRECT ANSWER -
Reduce flame spread
Which type of valves are used to control the flow from the hydrant? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Gate valves
The _____ the wood, the easier to ignite and the faster it loses structural integrity. - CORRECT
ANSWER - Smaller
The threads on pump male discharge outlets are protected by fittings called _____ _____. -
CORRECT ANSWER - Hose caps
Who should begin stabilization of a patient trapped inside a vehicle? - CORRECT
ANSWER - A rescuer with EMT training
Name one element of patient removal: - CORRECT ANSWER - Covering sharp edges
Fixed-temperature heat detectors rated at _____(*f)(*c) are common for living spaces. -
CORRECT ANSWER - 165 | 76
Cribbing is most commonly used to _________. - CORRECT ANSWER - stabilize objects
Which type of test should be preformed by private contractors or fire department personnel? -
CORRECT ANSWER - Standard testing
Which proportioning method is used with portable extinguishers, wheeled, extinguishers, skid-
mounted twin-agent units, and vehicle mounted tank systems? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Premixing method