IFSTA 7TH EDITION CHAPTER TEST 5
COMPREHENSIVE STUDY GUIDE 2026 FIRE
BEHAVIOR AND COMBUSTION PRINCIPLES
◉ What is a function of station and work uniforms? (184) [4.1.1,
4.3.2]
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.
Answer: D. Identify wearer as a member of the fire department
◉ While on duty, firefighters should avoid wearing: (184) [4.1.1,
4.3.2]
A. high-top shoes.
B. short-sleeved shirts.
C. clothing made from 100 percent cotton.
D. clothing made of non-fire—resistant synthetic materials..
Answer: D. clothing made of non-fire-resistant synthetic materials.
,◉ In order to avoid contaminating living quarters, ______ should NOT
be worn during emergency operations. (185) [4.1.1, 4.3.2]
A. station footwear
B. steel-toed boots
C. cotton underwear
D. synthetic materials.
Answer: A. station footwear
◉ All PPE designed for structural fire fighting must meet the
requirements of: (186) [4.1.1, 4.3.2, 4.3.3]
A. NFPA 1002.
B. NFPA 1006.
C. NFPA 1971.
D. NFPA 1981..
Answer: C. NFPA 1971.
◉ Which piece of information must be included on the permanent
compliance label inside each piece of PPE? (186) [4.1.1, 4.3.2, 4.3.3]
A. Firefighter's name
B. Department name
C. Cleaning precautions
D. Wearing instructions.
, Answer: C. Cleaning precautions
◉ What is structural PPE designed to do? (187) [4.1.1, 4.3.2, 4.3.3]
A. Eliminate exposure to hazardous materials
B. Protect from temperatures of up to 1,000°F (540°C)
C. Prevent burns from extreme fire behaviors such as fiashover
D. Cover all portions of skin while reaching, bending, or moving.
Answer: D. Cover all portions of skin while reaching, bending, or
moving
◉ In order to avoid contact burns and heat stress after leaving a
heated environment, firefighters should: (187) [4.1.1, 4.3.2]
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 trousers and coat do not overlap..
Answer: C. follow rehabilitation protocols and allow clothing to cool.
◉ Which statement regarding the use of fire fighting helmets is
accurate? (188) [4.1.1, 4.3.2, 4.3.3]
A. Ear flaps must be folded down, even if wearing a protective hood.
B. Chin strap color and markings indicate a firefighter's rank and
unit.
COMPREHENSIVE STUDY GUIDE 2026 FIRE
BEHAVIOR AND COMBUSTION PRINCIPLES
◉ What is a function of station and work uniforms? (184) [4.1.1,
4.3.2]
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.
Answer: D. Identify wearer as a member of the fire department
◉ While on duty, firefighters should avoid wearing: (184) [4.1.1,
4.3.2]
A. high-top shoes.
B. short-sleeved shirts.
C. clothing made from 100 percent cotton.
D. clothing made of non-fire—resistant synthetic materials..
Answer: D. clothing made of non-fire-resistant synthetic materials.
,◉ In order to avoid contaminating living quarters, ______ should NOT
be worn during emergency operations. (185) [4.1.1, 4.3.2]
A. station footwear
B. steel-toed boots
C. cotton underwear
D. synthetic materials.
Answer: A. station footwear
◉ All PPE designed for structural fire fighting must meet the
requirements of: (186) [4.1.1, 4.3.2, 4.3.3]
A. NFPA 1002.
B. NFPA 1006.
C. NFPA 1971.
D. NFPA 1981..
Answer: C. NFPA 1971.
◉ Which piece of information must be included on the permanent
compliance label inside each piece of PPE? (186) [4.1.1, 4.3.2, 4.3.3]
A. Firefighter's name
B. Department name
C. Cleaning precautions
D. Wearing instructions.
, Answer: C. Cleaning precautions
◉ What is structural PPE designed to do? (187) [4.1.1, 4.3.2, 4.3.3]
A. Eliminate exposure to hazardous materials
B. Protect from temperatures of up to 1,000°F (540°C)
C. Prevent burns from extreme fire behaviors such as fiashover
D. Cover all portions of skin while reaching, bending, or moving.
Answer: D. Cover all portions of skin while reaching, bending, or
moving
◉ In order to avoid contact burns and heat stress after leaving a
heated environment, firefighters should: (187) [4.1.1, 4.3.2]
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 trousers and coat do not overlap..
Answer: C. follow rehabilitation protocols and allow clothing to cool.
◉ Which statement regarding the use of fire fighting helmets is
accurate? (188) [4.1.1, 4.3.2, 4.3.3]
A. Ear flaps must be folded down, even if wearing a protective hood.
B. Chin strap color and markings indicate a firefighter's rank and
unit.
