Basic Firefighter Written Exam
Questions and Answers | Latest
Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What type of fire involves ordinary combustibles like wood and paper?
✔✔Class A fire.
What type of fire involves flammable liquids like gasoline?
✔✔Class B fire.
What type of fire involves energized electrical equipment?
✔✔Class C fire.
What type of fire involves combustible metals?
✔✔Class D fire.
What type of fire involves cooking oils and fats?
✔✔Class K fire.
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,Why should firefighters always work in pairs?
✔✔For safety and accountability.
What is the first step before forcing entry?
✔✔Try before you pry (check if the door is unlocked).
What is the purpose of a pre-incident plan?
✔✔To know building layouts, hazards, and water supply before an emergency.
What is the purpose of salvage operations?
✔✔To protect property from water and smoke damage.
What is the purpose of overhaul?
✔✔To check for and extinguish hidden fire.
What is the role of the incident commander?
✔✔To direct operations and ensure firefighter safety.
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, Why should firefighters avoid walking on lightweight roofs during fires?
✔✔They can collapse quickly under heat.
What is the safest way to search a smoke-filled room?
✔✔Stay low and use a systematic pattern.
What is the primary goal of firefighting?
✔✔To protect life, property, and the environment.
What does PPE stand for in firefighting?
✔✔Personal Protective Equipment.
What is the most important safety rule for firefighters?
✔✔Everyone goes home safely.
What is the main purpose of SCBA?
✔✔To provide breathable air in hazardous atmospheres.
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Questions and Answers | Latest
Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What type of fire involves ordinary combustibles like wood and paper?
✔✔Class A fire.
What type of fire involves flammable liquids like gasoline?
✔✔Class B fire.
What type of fire involves energized electrical equipment?
✔✔Class C fire.
What type of fire involves combustible metals?
✔✔Class D fire.
What type of fire involves cooking oils and fats?
✔✔Class K fire.
1
,Why should firefighters always work in pairs?
✔✔For safety and accountability.
What is the first step before forcing entry?
✔✔Try before you pry (check if the door is unlocked).
What is the purpose of a pre-incident plan?
✔✔To know building layouts, hazards, and water supply before an emergency.
What is the purpose of salvage operations?
✔✔To protect property from water and smoke damage.
What is the purpose of overhaul?
✔✔To check for and extinguish hidden fire.
What is the role of the incident commander?
✔✔To direct operations and ensure firefighter safety.
2
, Why should firefighters avoid walking on lightweight roofs during fires?
✔✔They can collapse quickly under heat.
What is the safest way to search a smoke-filled room?
✔✔Stay low and use a systematic pattern.
What is the primary goal of firefighting?
✔✔To protect life, property, and the environment.
What does PPE stand for in firefighting?
✔✔Personal Protective Equipment.
What is the most important safety rule for firefighters?
✔✔Everyone goes home safely.
What is the main purpose of SCBA?
✔✔To provide breathable air in hazardous atmospheres.
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