NFPA 1001 Firefighter I Training Overview
UPDATED ACTUAL Exam Questions and
CORRECT Answers
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1001 - CORRECT ANSWER - The standard for
Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications.
Fire Chief - CORRECT ANSWER - The person ultimately responsible for the operations and
administration of the fire department.
Occupational Health and Safety Act - CORRECT ANSWER - The Act established in Ontario
to ensure safe working conditions.
Policy - CORRECT ANSWER - A guide to thinking or decision making.
Procedure - CORRECT ANSWER - A detailed plan of action.
Standard Operating Procedures - CORRECT ANSWER - Apply to both emergency and non-
emergency situations.
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards - CORRECT ANSWER - They are
regarded as law and are consensus documents as the minimum requirement for the fire service.
Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) - CORRECT ANSWER - The facility where an
emergency call is routed.
Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) - CORRECT ANSWER - A facility used for emergency
management and response.
,Public fire service communication system - CORRECT ANSWER - The primary purpose is to
accept reports of emergencies and dispatch emergency units.
Telecommunication Device and Teletype - CORRECT ANSWER - Devices to help hearing-
impaired people use telephones.
Emergency Traffic - CORRECT ANSWER - The standardized term used to signal the
immediate need to clear the radio and transmit critical information.
Mayday call - CORRECT ANSWER - The firefighter making the mayday call should
describe the situation, location, and help needed.
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1500 standard - CORRECT ANSWER - Covers
safety programs.
Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) - CORRECT ANSWER - Firefighters should
check to ensure that the cylinder is at a minimum of 90 percent of its capacity of air.
Oxygen deficiency - CORRECT ANSWER - Noticeable signs include dizziness, impaired
vision, and giddiness.
Closed circuit or rebreather type breathing apparatus - CORRECT ANSWER - Uses a
cylinder of compressed air in its operation.
Hypoxia - CORRECT ANSWER - A deficiency of oxygen.
Compressed air cylinder - CORRECT ANSWER - Must be stamped or labeled with the last
hydrostatic test date.
Dismounting fire apparatus - CORRECT ANSWER - Maintain two-hand and two-foot
placement.
, Wearing damp or wet clothing - CORRECT ANSWER - Can lead to reduced thermal
resistance and burns.
Structural fire helmets - CORRECT ANSWER - They must have earflaps or neck covers.
Personnel accountability systems - CORRECT ANSWER - Should be used at all incidents.
On-going size-up - CORRECT ANSWER - Must consider the effectiveness of the initial plan.
Fire Attack Plan - CORRECT ANSWER - Initial strategy for combating a fire.
Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) - CORRECT ANSWER - Guidelines for consistent
operational practices.
Size-Up - CORRECT ANSWER - Assessment of the situation before action.
Hose Lines - CORRECT ANSWER - Pipes used to deliver water to fires.
Water Supply - CORRECT ANSWER - Source of water for firefighting operations.
Pry Bar - CORRECT ANSWER - Tool that amplifies force for entry.
Forcible Entry - CORRECT ANSWER - Breaking into a structure to access.
Breaching - CORRECT ANSWER - Opening concrete walls for access.
Crawling Technique - CORRECT ANSWER - Method for searching in low visibility.
UPDATED ACTUAL Exam Questions and
CORRECT Answers
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1001 - CORRECT ANSWER - The standard for
Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications.
Fire Chief - CORRECT ANSWER - The person ultimately responsible for the operations and
administration of the fire department.
Occupational Health and Safety Act - CORRECT ANSWER - The Act established in Ontario
to ensure safe working conditions.
Policy - CORRECT ANSWER - A guide to thinking or decision making.
Procedure - CORRECT ANSWER - A detailed plan of action.
Standard Operating Procedures - CORRECT ANSWER - Apply to both emergency and non-
emergency situations.
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards - CORRECT ANSWER - They are
regarded as law and are consensus documents as the minimum requirement for the fire service.
Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) - CORRECT ANSWER - The facility where an
emergency call is routed.
Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) - CORRECT ANSWER - A facility used for emergency
management and response.
,Public fire service communication system - CORRECT ANSWER - The primary purpose is to
accept reports of emergencies and dispatch emergency units.
Telecommunication Device and Teletype - CORRECT ANSWER - Devices to help hearing-
impaired people use telephones.
Emergency Traffic - CORRECT ANSWER - The standardized term used to signal the
immediate need to clear the radio and transmit critical information.
Mayday call - CORRECT ANSWER - The firefighter making the mayday call should
describe the situation, location, and help needed.
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1500 standard - CORRECT ANSWER - Covers
safety programs.
Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) - CORRECT ANSWER - Firefighters should
check to ensure that the cylinder is at a minimum of 90 percent of its capacity of air.
Oxygen deficiency - CORRECT ANSWER - Noticeable signs include dizziness, impaired
vision, and giddiness.
Closed circuit or rebreather type breathing apparatus - CORRECT ANSWER - Uses a
cylinder of compressed air in its operation.
Hypoxia - CORRECT ANSWER - A deficiency of oxygen.
Compressed air cylinder - CORRECT ANSWER - Must be stamped or labeled with the last
hydrostatic test date.
Dismounting fire apparatus - CORRECT ANSWER - Maintain two-hand and two-foot
placement.
, Wearing damp or wet clothing - CORRECT ANSWER - Can lead to reduced thermal
resistance and burns.
Structural fire helmets - CORRECT ANSWER - They must have earflaps or neck covers.
Personnel accountability systems - CORRECT ANSWER - Should be used at all incidents.
On-going size-up - CORRECT ANSWER - Must consider the effectiveness of the initial plan.
Fire Attack Plan - CORRECT ANSWER - Initial strategy for combating a fire.
Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) - CORRECT ANSWER - Guidelines for consistent
operational practices.
Size-Up - CORRECT ANSWER - Assessment of the situation before action.
Hose Lines - CORRECT ANSWER - Pipes used to deliver water to fires.
Water Supply - CORRECT ANSWER - Source of water for firefighting operations.
Pry Bar - CORRECT ANSWER - Tool that amplifies force for entry.
Forcible Entry - CORRECT ANSWER - Breaking into a structure to access.
Breaching - CORRECT ANSWER - Opening concrete walls for access.
Crawling Technique - CORRECT ANSWER - Method for searching in low visibility.
