IFSTA test review #1 UPDATED ACTUAL
Exam Questions and CORECT Answers
What is a function of station and work uniforms?
a. Provide respiratory protection
b. Protect wearer from hazardous materials
c. Provide protection against advanced fire behavior
d. Identify wearer as a member of the fire department - CORRECT ANSWER - d. Identify
wearer as a member of the fire department
In order to avoid contact burns and heat stress after leaving a heated environment, firefighters
should:
a. thoroughly inspect PPE to check for damage
b. place contaminated PPE in the cab of the apparatus
c. follow rehabilitation protocols and allow clothing to cool
d. make sure that the protective trouser and coat do not overlap - CORRECT ANSWER - c.
follow rehabilitation protocols and allow clothing to cool
During structural fire fighting operations, primary eye protection is provided by:
a. safety glasses
b. the SCBA facepiece
c. the protective hood
d. helmet-mounted face shield - CORRECT ANSWER - b. the SCBA facepiece
Which component of the protective coat is designed to make firefighters more visible at night or
in low light conditions?
a. Collar
b. Wristlets
c. Retroreflective trim
,d. Drag Rescue Device - CORRECT ANSWER - c. Retroreflective trim
When properly worn, fire fighting gloves:
a. offer minimal protection against heat and embers
b. lay flat beneath the wristlets of the protective coat
c. must completely cover the wristlet of the protective coat
d. will protect the firefighter from exposure to hazardous materials - CORRECT ANSWER -
c. must completely cover the wristlet of the protective coat
Which situation would require firefighters to wear hearing protection?
a. Inspecting ladders
b. Operating power tools
c. Using a fire department radio
d. Attacking an interior structure fire - CORRECT ANSWER - b. Operating power tools
Which is a safety consideration related to PPE?
a. Never share PPE with another firefighter
b. Always wear protective clothing that fits properly
c. Always wear the protective gloves beneath the coat wristlets
d. Make sure there is no overlap between the coat and trousers - CORRECT ANSWER - b.
Always wear protective clothing that fits properly
Which statement about inspecting PPE is accurate?
a. PPE must be inspected at the start of every shift and after every use
b. PPE must be inspected during rehabilitation for incidents lasting more than two hours
c. Individual Firefighters determine their own PPE inspection schedule and guidelines
, d. PPE that is not used in firefighting incidents or live fire training can be exempt form routine
inspections - CORRECT ANSWER - a. PPE must be inspected at the start of every shift and
after every use
What should be done during routine inspections of PPE, such as after use at an incident?
a. Perform a hydrostatic test
b. Perform specialized cleaning
c. Complete a fabric strength test
d. Look for damage like rips or tears - CORRECT ANSWER - d. Look for damage like rips or
tears
What should you do if you determine that your PPE requires advanced repairs?
a. Throw the PPE away and order a new set
b. Report the needed repairs to your supervisor
c. Continue using the PPE until more can be purchased
d. Repair the PPE yourself and report it to the supervisor - CORRECT ANSWER - b. report
the needed repairs to your supervisor
Which type of cleaning can be done at an incident scene by brushing off loose debris and rinsing
the PPE?
a. Routine cleaning
b. Contract cleaning
c. Advanced cleaning
d. Specialized cleaning - CORRECT ANSWER - a. Routine cleaning
What should be done if an article of protective clothing is damaged beyond repair?
a. It should be removed from service and destroyed
b. It should be returned to the manufacturer for repairs
Exam Questions and CORECT Answers
What is a function of station and work uniforms?
a. Provide respiratory protection
b. Protect wearer from hazardous materials
c. Provide protection against advanced fire behavior
d. Identify wearer as a member of the fire department - CORRECT ANSWER - d. Identify
wearer as a member of the fire department
In order to avoid contact burns and heat stress after leaving a heated environment, firefighters
should:
a. thoroughly inspect PPE to check for damage
b. place contaminated PPE in the cab of the apparatus
c. follow rehabilitation protocols and allow clothing to cool
d. make sure that the protective trouser and coat do not overlap - CORRECT ANSWER - c.
follow rehabilitation protocols and allow clothing to cool
During structural fire fighting operations, primary eye protection is provided by:
a. safety glasses
b. the SCBA facepiece
c. the protective hood
d. helmet-mounted face shield - CORRECT ANSWER - b. the SCBA facepiece
Which component of the protective coat is designed to make firefighters more visible at night or
in low light conditions?
a. Collar
b. Wristlets
c. Retroreflective trim
,d. Drag Rescue Device - CORRECT ANSWER - c. Retroreflective trim
When properly worn, fire fighting gloves:
a. offer minimal protection against heat and embers
b. lay flat beneath the wristlets of the protective coat
c. must completely cover the wristlet of the protective coat
d. will protect the firefighter from exposure to hazardous materials - CORRECT ANSWER -
c. must completely cover the wristlet of the protective coat
Which situation would require firefighters to wear hearing protection?
a. Inspecting ladders
b. Operating power tools
c. Using a fire department radio
d. Attacking an interior structure fire - CORRECT ANSWER - b. Operating power tools
Which is a safety consideration related to PPE?
a. Never share PPE with another firefighter
b. Always wear protective clothing that fits properly
c. Always wear the protective gloves beneath the coat wristlets
d. Make sure there is no overlap between the coat and trousers - CORRECT ANSWER - b.
Always wear protective clothing that fits properly
Which statement about inspecting PPE is accurate?
a. PPE must be inspected at the start of every shift and after every use
b. PPE must be inspected during rehabilitation for incidents lasting more than two hours
c. Individual Firefighters determine their own PPE inspection schedule and guidelines
, d. PPE that is not used in firefighting incidents or live fire training can be exempt form routine
inspections - CORRECT ANSWER - a. PPE must be inspected at the start of every shift and
after every use
What should be done during routine inspections of PPE, such as after use at an incident?
a. Perform a hydrostatic test
b. Perform specialized cleaning
c. Complete a fabric strength test
d. Look for damage like rips or tears - CORRECT ANSWER - d. Look for damage like rips or
tears
What should you do if you determine that your PPE requires advanced repairs?
a. Throw the PPE away and order a new set
b. Report the needed repairs to your supervisor
c. Continue using the PPE until more can be purchased
d. Repair the PPE yourself and report it to the supervisor - CORRECT ANSWER - b. report
the needed repairs to your supervisor
Which type of cleaning can be done at an incident scene by brushing off loose debris and rinsing
the PPE?
a. Routine cleaning
b. Contract cleaning
c. Advanced cleaning
d. Specialized cleaning - CORRECT ANSWER - a. Routine cleaning
What should be done if an article of protective clothing is damaged beyond repair?
a. It should be removed from service and destroyed
b. It should be returned to the manufacturer for repairs
