TCFP COMPREHENSIVE FINAL EXAM
ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
To be able to locate information that applies to your duties, authority, and
responsibility - ANSWER-Why is it important to be able to locate information
in departmental documents and standard or code materials?
Which NFPA standard specifies the minimum requirements for department
safety and health programs? - ANSWER-NFPA 1500
What does the all-hazards approach mean in the fire service? - ANSWER-
provides a variety of services in the community
Which of the following guidelines demonstrates radio communications best
practices? - ANSWER-Speak with a loud, controlled, clear voice.
When using a mobile or portable radio, how should the antenna be
positioned for the best transmission? - ANSWER-Vertically
What is the best way to handle a nonemergency complaint call if the caller is
upset or angry? - ANSWER-Remain calm and courteous and refer the caller to
the appropriate officer or division.
Which entity regulates the construction of mobile or manufactured homes in
the United States? - ANSWER-The Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD)
Which types of walls are most difficult to penetrate when attempting to force
entry? - ANSWER-Exterior and fire walls
Which style of roof is supported exclusively by the structure's exterior walls?
- ANSWER-Arched
Which term refers to the span of temperatures between the Upper Explosive
(flammable) Limit (UEL) and Lower Explosive (flammable) Limit (LEL)? -
ANSWER-Flammable Range
Which term refers to the temperature at which a liquid fuel produces
sufficient vapors to support combustion once the fuel is ignited? - ANSWER-
Fire Point
, What fire development factor is based on considering how the volume of air
will impact radiated heat in a fire? - ANSWER-Compartment volume and
ceiling height
Which fire development factor affects the Heat Release Rate (HRR)? -
ANSWER-Fuel Type
What is the most common source of heat in combustion reactions? -
ANSWER-Chemical energy
What is structural Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) designed to do? -
ANSWER-Cover all portions of skin while reaching, bending, or moving
Which limitation of respiratory protection equipment is caused by the weight
and resistance of harness straps? - ANSWER-Decreased mobility
Which of the following is an emergency exit indicator? - ANSWER-Self-
Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) failure
Match the classification to its material - ANSWER-Plastic: Class A
Magnesium: Class D
Propane: Class B
Computer server room: Class C
Deep Fryer: Class K
In which situation would a dry chemical extinguisher be most effective? -
ANSWER-Fuel spill fire at a vehicle accident
What must a pressure gauge be checked for when selecting an extinguisher
for immediate use? - ANSWER-That it is in the operable range
Which type of knot eliminates the dangers of the running end slipping back
through the knot? - ANSWER-Overhand safety
To hoist an uncharged hoseline, a clove hitch is used with which type of knot?
- ANSWER-Becket Bend
When drying a rope after washing, what should firefighters avoid doing? -
ANSWER-Drying rope in the direct sunlight
When hoisting heavy objects, what should be used? - ANSWER-A pulley
system
ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
To be able to locate information that applies to your duties, authority, and
responsibility - ANSWER-Why is it important to be able to locate information
in departmental documents and standard or code materials?
Which NFPA standard specifies the minimum requirements for department
safety and health programs? - ANSWER-NFPA 1500
What does the all-hazards approach mean in the fire service? - ANSWER-
provides a variety of services in the community
Which of the following guidelines demonstrates radio communications best
practices? - ANSWER-Speak with a loud, controlled, clear voice.
When using a mobile or portable radio, how should the antenna be
positioned for the best transmission? - ANSWER-Vertically
What is the best way to handle a nonemergency complaint call if the caller is
upset or angry? - ANSWER-Remain calm and courteous and refer the caller to
the appropriate officer or division.
Which entity regulates the construction of mobile or manufactured homes in
the United States? - ANSWER-The Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD)
Which types of walls are most difficult to penetrate when attempting to force
entry? - ANSWER-Exterior and fire walls
Which style of roof is supported exclusively by the structure's exterior walls?
- ANSWER-Arched
Which term refers to the span of temperatures between the Upper Explosive
(flammable) Limit (UEL) and Lower Explosive (flammable) Limit (LEL)? -
ANSWER-Flammable Range
Which term refers to the temperature at which a liquid fuel produces
sufficient vapors to support combustion once the fuel is ignited? - ANSWER-
Fire Point
, What fire development factor is based on considering how the volume of air
will impact radiated heat in a fire? - ANSWER-Compartment volume and
ceiling height
Which fire development factor affects the Heat Release Rate (HRR)? -
ANSWER-Fuel Type
What is the most common source of heat in combustion reactions? -
ANSWER-Chemical energy
What is structural Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) designed to do? -
ANSWER-Cover all portions of skin while reaching, bending, or moving
Which limitation of respiratory protection equipment is caused by the weight
and resistance of harness straps? - ANSWER-Decreased mobility
Which of the following is an emergency exit indicator? - ANSWER-Self-
Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) failure
Match the classification to its material - ANSWER-Plastic: Class A
Magnesium: Class D
Propane: Class B
Computer server room: Class C
Deep Fryer: Class K
In which situation would a dry chemical extinguisher be most effective? -
ANSWER-Fuel spill fire at a vehicle accident
What must a pressure gauge be checked for when selecting an extinguisher
for immediate use? - ANSWER-That it is in the operable range
Which type of knot eliminates the dangers of the running end slipping back
through the knot? - ANSWER-Overhand safety
To hoist an uncharged hoseline, a clove hitch is used with which type of knot?
- ANSWER-Becket Bend
When drying a rope after washing, what should firefighters avoid doing? -
ANSWER-Drying rope in the direct sunlight
When hoisting heavy objects, what should be used? - ANSWER-A pulley
system
