IFSTA 7 - Ch 20: Fire Origin and Cause Determination EXAM: PRACTICE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS LATEST 2025 || GUARANTEED PASS

IFSTA 7 - Ch 20: Fire Origin and Cause Determination EXAM: PRACTICE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS LATEST 2025 || GUARANTEED PASS Which would be a responsibility of a Fire Fighter II at a structural fire? Select one: a.Determine the origin of a fire b.Take note of unusual fire behavior c.Brief the media about the cause of a fire d.Conduct a detailed analysis and investigation - ANSWER b. Take note of unusual fire behavior How should a firefighter treat evidence that he or she finds at a fire scene? Select one: a.Bring all evidence to the fire investigator or officer in charge b.Move it to a central evidence location outside the structure c.Protect it without touching or disturbing it, if possible d.Attempt to clean the soot and residue, then bag the evidence - ANSWER c.Protect it without touching or disturbing it, if possible When searching for the area of origin, firefighters must always: Select one: PPE and respiratory protection until the atmosphere is determined to be safe. rubber gloves and plastic bags in case they find any fire cause evidence. until the scene has been cleared of debris. accompanied by a fire investigator or law enforcement officer. - ANSWER a. wear PPE and respiratory protection until the atmosphere is determined to be safe. In a structure fire, searching for the area of origin begins: Select one: soon as a trained investigator arrives. the same time as fire attack. the interior of the structure and moves to the exterior. the exterior and moves to the interior of the structure. - ANSWER d. on the exterior and moves to the interior of the structure. Why is it important to determine the cause of a fire? Select one: a.It is necessary in order to collect reimbursements from agencies or businesses. b.It can help prevent similar fires from happening in the future. c.It is required by insurance companies. d.It is a legal requirement. - ANSWER b. It can help prevent similar fires from happening in the future. Documenting evidence that is removed from a fire scene is an example of preserving the: Select one: diction of evidence. ation. of custody. of entry. - ANSWER c. chain of custody. What must be present in order to determine fire cause? Select one: a.Ignition sequence b.High speed wind or air flow c.Malicious or illegal behavior d.An incendiary device - ANSWER a. Ignition sequence Who is in charge of conducting an in-depth analysis of the fire scene and fire cause evidence? Select one: a.PIO b.Fire investigator c.Fire Fighter II d.City code enforcement - ANSWER b. Fire investigator If a deceased victim is encountered during the course of an incident or during the investigation,: Select one: ighters must leave the scene immediately and turn control over to law enforcement. ighters must treat the scene as both a fire scene and a medical emergency incident. victim should be left undisturbed and treated as evidence. victim should be covered and then transported as soon as possible. - ANSWER c. the victim should be left undisturbed and treated as evidence. Which is a responsibility of a Fire Fighter II concerning evidence at a fire investigation? Select one: a.Restricting access to the scene in order to protect evidence b.Briefing the press about the cause of the fire c.Detaining bystanders who may have information about evidence d.Determining which evidence is admissible in court - ANSWER a. Restricting access to the scene in order to protect evidence Which action can firefighters take to protect evidence at the fire scene? Select one: a.Perform a thorough overhaul b.Cover items with salvage covers or tarps c.Remove all evidence from the building d.Delay fire suppression until evidence is collected - ANSWER b. Cover items with salvage covers or tarps If someone falls asleep while smoking in bed and their house catches on fire, that would be an example of a(an) _____ fire. Select one: ental al diary ermined - ANSWER a. accidental To be secure, a fire scene must have: Select one: enforcement personnel present. types of outside boundaries to prevent unauthorized access. c.a recognizable perimeter and someone to maintain that perimeter. d.a fire investigator present. - ANSWER c. a recognizable perimeter and someone to maintain that perimeter.