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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
What should a firefighter do if he/she finds that the sheath of braid-on-braid rope
slides over the core? - ANSWER-Remove the excess material and seal the end
Which type of rope is required to have a rope log? - ANSWER-Life safety rope
What would be the proper placement for a ground ladder that will be used to perform
ventilation on a second story window? - ANSWER-The tip of the ladder is raised to
the mid-point of the window on the downwind side.
When determining the correct ladder to use, the height of a residential story can be
estimated as: - ANSWER-10 ft. (3 m)
Which of the following statements about ladder climbing position is the most
accurate? - ANSWER-Keep your arms straight (horizontal) during the climb