Fire Academy~ Chapters 5-8 ~ Test #2
study guide Questions & Answers
2023/2024
Which SCBA component attaches to the SCBA facepiece and directly controls airflow to the wearer -
ANSWER-Regulator
Prior to donning the SCBA, firefighters should: - ANSWER-Check the air cylinder gauge and make sure the
cylinder is full
Donning SCBA from a seat mount should only be done if: - ANSWER-It can be accomplished without
removing the apparatus seat belt
After doffing the SCBA, always remember to: - ANSWER-Clean and disinfect the facepiece
When refilling an SCBA cylinder, firefighters must: - ANSWER-Ensure that the cylinder is completely full,
but not over pressurized
When using SCBA, always remember to: - ANSWER-Frequently check the air supply status
What emergency exit indicator would signal the need to immediately exit the hazardous area? -
ANSWER-Activation of the SCBA low-pressure air alarm
According to the buddy-system: - ANSWER-Firefighters must work in teams of at least two member in all
hazardous situations
What piece of PPE can provide a secondary layer of eye protection, in addition to an SCBA facepiece? -
ANSWER-Helmet faceshield
All PPE designed for structural fire fighting must meet the requirements of: - ANSWER-NFPA 1971
, What is structural PPE designed to do? - ANSWER-Cover all portions of the skin while reaching, bending
or moving
Which statement regarding the use of fire fighting helmets is accurate? - ANSWER-Ear flaps must be
worn down, even if wearing a protective hood
Which piece of PPE is donned under the helmet and is designed to protect the neck, ears and face from
exposure to heat, embers and debris? - ANSWER-Protective hood
Which statement about structural fire fighting protective coats is accurate? - ANSWER-The outer shell,
moisture barrier and thermal barrier must always be worn together
Personal alert safety system (PASS) alarms are designed to activate when: - ANSWER-A firefighter is
motionless for more than 30 seconds
What should be done during a routine inspection of PPE, such as after use at an incident scene? -
ANSWER-Look for damage like rips or tears
What is the primary type of respiratory protection used in the fire service? - ANSWER-Atmosphere-
supplying respirator (ASR)
Open-circuit SCBA models: - ANSWER-Provide compressed air to the wearer
During structural fire fighting operations, primary eye protection is provided by: - ANSWER-The SCBA
facepiece
Which SCBA component controls air flow from the cylinder when the regulator fails? - ANSWER-Bypass
valve
If the pressure reading on the remote pressure gauge does not match the reading on the regulator
gauge, which reading should be assumed correct? - ANSWER-The lowest number reading
study guide Questions & Answers
2023/2024
Which SCBA component attaches to the SCBA facepiece and directly controls airflow to the wearer -
ANSWER-Regulator
Prior to donning the SCBA, firefighters should: - ANSWER-Check the air cylinder gauge and make sure the
cylinder is full
Donning SCBA from a seat mount should only be done if: - ANSWER-It can be accomplished without
removing the apparatus seat belt
After doffing the SCBA, always remember to: - ANSWER-Clean and disinfect the facepiece
When refilling an SCBA cylinder, firefighters must: - ANSWER-Ensure that the cylinder is completely full,
but not over pressurized
When using SCBA, always remember to: - ANSWER-Frequently check the air supply status
What emergency exit indicator would signal the need to immediately exit the hazardous area? -
ANSWER-Activation of the SCBA low-pressure air alarm
According to the buddy-system: - ANSWER-Firefighters must work in teams of at least two member in all
hazardous situations
What piece of PPE can provide a secondary layer of eye protection, in addition to an SCBA facepiece? -
ANSWER-Helmet faceshield
All PPE designed for structural fire fighting must meet the requirements of: - ANSWER-NFPA 1971
, What is structural PPE designed to do? - ANSWER-Cover all portions of the skin while reaching, bending
or moving
Which statement regarding the use of fire fighting helmets is accurate? - ANSWER-Ear flaps must be
worn down, even if wearing a protective hood
Which piece of PPE is donned under the helmet and is designed to protect the neck, ears and face from
exposure to heat, embers and debris? - ANSWER-Protective hood
Which statement about structural fire fighting protective coats is accurate? - ANSWER-The outer shell,
moisture barrier and thermal barrier must always be worn together
Personal alert safety system (PASS) alarms are designed to activate when: - ANSWER-A firefighter is
motionless for more than 30 seconds
What should be done during a routine inspection of PPE, such as after use at an incident scene? -
ANSWER-Look for damage like rips or tears
What is the primary type of respiratory protection used in the fire service? - ANSWER-Atmosphere-
supplying respirator (ASR)
Open-circuit SCBA models: - ANSWER-Provide compressed air to the wearer
During structural fire fighting operations, primary eye protection is provided by: - ANSWER-The SCBA
facepiece
Which SCBA component controls air flow from the cylinder when the regulator fails? - ANSWER-Bypass
valve
If the pressure reading on the remote pressure gauge does not match the reading on the regulator
gauge, which reading should be assumed correct? - ANSWER-The lowest number reading
