BASIC FIREFIGHTER WRITTEN EXAM QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS
When using a rotary saw, start all cuts at rpm to prevent blades from binding into
the material.
maximum
is an example of a common prying tool.
halligan
An swinging door is indicated by the hinges being visible.
outward
is an example of a pulling tool.
sheetrock rake
The and the are commonly paired together as "irons".
halligan Flat head axe
When breaking glass, stand , use the side of the tool and strike the of the pane.
up-wind blunt/flat corner
When getting a power tool from an apparatus for use on the fire ground,
immediately the tool, after warming the tool, and then carry the tool to where it
will be used.
start turn off
A is an example of a striking tool.
sledge hammer
A is an example of a cutting tool.
reciprocating saw (Sawzall)
When forcing entry through chained gates, you should cut the and not the lock.
link/chain
What is the order of priorities when suppressing structure fires?
1. protect exposures
2. cut off fire spread
3. attack seat of the fire
When advancing a hose-line into a structure, extinguish any fire that is visible
and .
accessible
A vehicle fire should be fought from a degree angle.
45
If you are advancing an attack line into a structure and CANNOT see your feet,
you should .
crawl
and are the appropriate hose sizes for attacking a structure fire.
2 1/2 1 3/4
Directing fire streams toward the ceiling or wall of a room or building in order to
generate large amount of steam is an attack.
indirect
, At a structure fire, the highest priority are close priority fuel tanks and propane
cylinders.
exposures
A attack is discharging water or foam directly onto a burning material.
direct
When extinguishing a container fire you should never approach from downhill or .
downwind
You should first direct your fire stream at the during a combination fire attack.
ceiling
The process of hauling water from a fill site to a dump site is the definition of a .
water shuttle
hydrants are installed in areas where prolonged periods of subfreezing weather
are common.
dry barrel
The process of drawing water from a static source to supply a pumper is known
as .
drafting
Wet-barrel hydrants are always filled with .
water
In the Matanuska-Susitna Borough, the type of fire apparatus that carries fol-da-
tanks is .
tenders
What equipment is needed for drafting:
1. hard suction
2. barrel strainer
3. low level strainer
4. float-a-dock
5. rubber mallet
All collections must be air tight to obtain a when drafting.
vacuum/suction
The main valve is located ground on a dry-barrel hydrant.
under
List 3 alternative water supplies?
1. lakes
2. rivers
3. underground tanks
Where would you find a dry hydrant?
lake sides
Water hammer is most likely to be caused by and closing the quickly.
opening nozzle
What are 3 disadvantages of water?
1. heaviness
2. creates ice
3. good conductor of electricity
The is a wild-land nozzle that has a twin-tip combination.
forestry/forester
AND ANSWERS
When using a rotary saw, start all cuts at rpm to prevent blades from binding into
the material.
maximum
is an example of a common prying tool.
halligan
An swinging door is indicated by the hinges being visible.
outward
is an example of a pulling tool.
sheetrock rake
The and the are commonly paired together as "irons".
halligan Flat head axe
When breaking glass, stand , use the side of the tool and strike the of the pane.
up-wind blunt/flat corner
When getting a power tool from an apparatus for use on the fire ground,
immediately the tool, after warming the tool, and then carry the tool to where it
will be used.
start turn off
A is an example of a striking tool.
sledge hammer
A is an example of a cutting tool.
reciprocating saw (Sawzall)
When forcing entry through chained gates, you should cut the and not the lock.
link/chain
What is the order of priorities when suppressing structure fires?
1. protect exposures
2. cut off fire spread
3. attack seat of the fire
When advancing a hose-line into a structure, extinguish any fire that is visible
and .
accessible
A vehicle fire should be fought from a degree angle.
45
If you are advancing an attack line into a structure and CANNOT see your feet,
you should .
crawl
and are the appropriate hose sizes for attacking a structure fire.
2 1/2 1 3/4
Directing fire streams toward the ceiling or wall of a room or building in order to
generate large amount of steam is an attack.
indirect
, At a structure fire, the highest priority are close priority fuel tanks and propane
cylinders.
exposures
A attack is discharging water or foam directly onto a burning material.
direct
When extinguishing a container fire you should never approach from downhill or .
downwind
You should first direct your fire stream at the during a combination fire attack.
ceiling
The process of hauling water from a fill site to a dump site is the definition of a .
water shuttle
hydrants are installed in areas where prolonged periods of subfreezing weather
are common.
dry barrel
The process of drawing water from a static source to supply a pumper is known
as .
drafting
Wet-barrel hydrants are always filled with .
water
In the Matanuska-Susitna Borough, the type of fire apparatus that carries fol-da-
tanks is .
tenders
What equipment is needed for drafting:
1. hard suction
2. barrel strainer
3. low level strainer
4. float-a-dock
5. rubber mallet
All collections must be air tight to obtain a when drafting.
vacuum/suction
The main valve is located ground on a dry-barrel hydrant.
under
List 3 alternative water supplies?
1. lakes
2. rivers
3. underground tanks
Where would you find a dry hydrant?
lake sides
Water hammer is most likely to be caused by and closing the quickly.
opening nozzle
What are 3 disadvantages of water?
1. heaviness
2. creates ice
3. good conductor of electricity
The is a wild-land nozzle that has a twin-tip combination.
forestry/forester
