CH 1 IFSTA EXAM | QUESTIONS & 100% CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED) | LATEST UPDATE | GRADE A+

Firefighters are at risk of contracting respiratory diseases such as lung cancer and COPD because of repeated exposure to: Select one: a. atypically stressful situations. b. chronic infectious diseases. c. high temperatures. d. smoke, dangerous gases, and chemicals. : smoke, dangerous gases, and chemicals. Which duty would likely be assigned to a Fire Fighter I? Select one: a. Establishing Incident Command b. Extricating a victim at a vehicle incident c. Conducting search and rescue operations as part of a team d. Driving fire apparatus : Conducting search and rescue operations as part of a team In order to ensure the safety of personnel operating in hazardous areas, fire departments should: Select one: a. order the newest and most advanced personnel accountability system available. b. purchase apparatus equipped with seat mounts for SCBA. 2 c. provide members with at least one full set of protective equipment. d. give members a new pair of structural PPE at least once a year. : provide members with at least one full set of protective equipment. Multiple fire companies within a response area whose day-to-day functions are overseen by the operations division are called a(an): Select one: a. squad. b. battalion. c. combination department. d. operations group. : battalion. What is the leading cause of firefighter fatalities? Select one: a. Diabetes b. Cardiovascular disease c. Genetic disorders d. Brain cancer : Cardiovascular disease Which statement regarding apparatus safety is accurate? Select one: a. When exiting the cab, backing out can cause a serious tripping hazard. b. The safest location to mount and dismount apparatus is on the side of the vehicle exposed to traffic. c. Passengers must wear fire fighting helmets while in the apparatus cab. d. Firefighters should always maintain three points of contact when mounting or dismounting apparatus