NYS BEFO EXAM 2025/2026 WITH ACTUAL
CORRECT QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED
DETAILED ANSWERS |FREQUENTLY TESTED
QUESTIONS AND SOLUTIONS|ALREADY
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PPE must be properly cleaned because chemicals, oils, and petroleum products on the outer
shell:
can ignite when exposed to fire
Firefighters should wear SCBA in hazardous atmospheres, because exposure to particulate
contaminants such as _____ can cause lung cancer or cardiovascular disease
vehicle exhaust emissions
In order to stay as safe as possible while wearing SCBA, it is important to:
keep SCBA on and activated until you leave the IDLH area
How would a fire containing plastics be classified?
Class A
When an extinguishing agent is determined to be safe and effective for use on combustible
metals, it will:
include application instructions on the faceplate
With method of extinguishment excludes oxygen from the burning process?
Smothering
On which type of fires are stored-pressure water mist extinguishers safe and effective to use?
Class C
Where would a clean agent extinguisher likely be used?
Computer Server Room
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,What is a characteristic of carbon dioxide (CO2) extinguishers?
CO2 gas displaces oxygen to smother fire
In which situation would a dry chemical extinguisher be MOST effective?
Fuel spill at vehicle accident
Which statement about dry chemical extinguishers is accurate?
Particles of the agent may become airborne during application
What should be the next step after choosing the appropriate fire extinguisher for a fire?
Inspect the extinguisher to make sure it is charged and operable
What is the first step in the PASS application method of operating a portable fire extinguisher?
Pull the pin to break the thin wire or plastic seal
At an emergency incident, utility rope can be used for:
creating a control zone perimeter
Natural Fiber Ropes:
should not be used for life safety applications
Rope that is used exclusively for utility rope and is susceptible to abrasion and damage because
a large portion of the load-bearing strands are exposed is known as:
laid rope
If foreign objects that can damage fibers are found in a rope during inspection, the rope:
should be removed from service and destroyed
What can be used to create a mechanical advantage for rope rescue or when hoisting heavy
objects
Pulley
How should a pike pole be hoisted?
Pike pointing up
When using wire rope or cable from a winch, rescuers must:
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, ensure that personnel are clear from the operating area
Swivel plates attached to the butt of the ladder are called:
footpads
What does an extension ladder's size classification indicate?
The full length to which it can be extended
What marking does NFPA 1931 require to be on all ladders?
Manufacturer's name plate
Modern metal and fiberglass ladders are designed to be used with the:
fly facing out
When planning to transition directly from a carry to a raiser, a ladder should be carried:
butt first
Who generally places the ladder the correct distance from the building and is in charge of
voicing commands when two firefighters work together to raise a ladder?
The heeler
Before deploying a roof ladder, the:
hooks should be opened
When using the cross-body method of assisting an unconscious victim down a ladder, the:
firefighter's hands maintain contact with the ladder rails to keep the victim in place
When using a rotary saw to cut metal, firefighters should:
have a charged hoseline nearby
Which type of tools act as a lever to provide mechanical advantage when opening doors and
windows or moving heavy objects?
Prying tools
When outside a structure, a pike pole should be carried with the tool head:
down and positioned ahead of body
What occurs when fresh air (oxygen) from ventilation is introduced into a room, causing gases
to reignite and rapid fire develope to occur?
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CORRECT QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED
DETAILED ANSWERS |FREQUENTLY TESTED
QUESTIONS AND SOLUTIONS|ALREADY
GRADED A+|NEWEST|BRAND NEW
VERSION!!|LATEST UPDATE
PPE must be properly cleaned because chemicals, oils, and petroleum products on the outer
shell:
can ignite when exposed to fire
Firefighters should wear SCBA in hazardous atmospheres, because exposure to particulate
contaminants such as _____ can cause lung cancer or cardiovascular disease
vehicle exhaust emissions
In order to stay as safe as possible while wearing SCBA, it is important to:
keep SCBA on and activated until you leave the IDLH area
How would a fire containing plastics be classified?
Class A
When an extinguishing agent is determined to be safe and effective for use on combustible
metals, it will:
include application instructions on the faceplate
With method of extinguishment excludes oxygen from the burning process?
Smothering
On which type of fires are stored-pressure water mist extinguishers safe and effective to use?
Class C
Where would a clean agent extinguisher likely be used?
Computer Server Room
1|Page
,What is a characteristic of carbon dioxide (CO2) extinguishers?
CO2 gas displaces oxygen to smother fire
In which situation would a dry chemical extinguisher be MOST effective?
Fuel spill at vehicle accident
Which statement about dry chemical extinguishers is accurate?
Particles of the agent may become airborne during application
What should be the next step after choosing the appropriate fire extinguisher for a fire?
Inspect the extinguisher to make sure it is charged and operable
What is the first step in the PASS application method of operating a portable fire extinguisher?
Pull the pin to break the thin wire or plastic seal
At an emergency incident, utility rope can be used for:
creating a control zone perimeter
Natural Fiber Ropes:
should not be used for life safety applications
Rope that is used exclusively for utility rope and is susceptible to abrasion and damage because
a large portion of the load-bearing strands are exposed is known as:
laid rope
If foreign objects that can damage fibers are found in a rope during inspection, the rope:
should be removed from service and destroyed
What can be used to create a mechanical advantage for rope rescue or when hoisting heavy
objects
Pulley
How should a pike pole be hoisted?
Pike pointing up
When using wire rope or cable from a winch, rescuers must:
2|Page
, ensure that personnel are clear from the operating area
Swivel plates attached to the butt of the ladder are called:
footpads
What does an extension ladder's size classification indicate?
The full length to which it can be extended
What marking does NFPA 1931 require to be on all ladders?
Manufacturer's name plate
Modern metal and fiberglass ladders are designed to be used with the:
fly facing out
When planning to transition directly from a carry to a raiser, a ladder should be carried:
butt first
Who generally places the ladder the correct distance from the building and is in charge of
voicing commands when two firefighters work together to raise a ladder?
The heeler
Before deploying a roof ladder, the:
hooks should be opened
When using the cross-body method of assisting an unconscious victim down a ladder, the:
firefighter's hands maintain contact with the ladder rails to keep the victim in place
When using a rotary saw to cut metal, firefighters should:
have a charged hoseline nearby
Which type of tools act as a lever to provide mechanical advantage when opening doors and
windows or moving heavy objects?
Prying tools
When outside a structure, a pike pole should be carried with the tool head:
down and positioned ahead of body
What occurs when fresh air (oxygen) from ventilation is introduced into a room, causing gases
to reignite and rapid fire develope to occur?
3|Page
