CAL FIRE FAE ACTUAL FINAL EXAM
LATEST 2026 COMPLETE QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS
ALREADY GRADED A+ PROFESSOR
VERIFIED BRAND NEW!
"What initial action is the next priority after stabilizing the scene? - CORRECT ANSWER=> Stabilize
the victim"
"What type of structural collapse occurs when the floor and/or roof assemblies on both sides of
a load-bearing wall collapse, allowing a good chance of victim survival? - CORRECT ANSWER=> A-
frame"
"In the OATH method of signaling on a search line, two tugs represents - CORRECT ANSWER=>
Advance"
"Which of the following is an example of a push/pull tool? - CORRECT ANSWER=> Pike pole"
"Cutting edges on axes should be inspected for: - CORRECT ANSWER=> Chips, cracks, or spurs"
"When caring for an unprotected metal surface, use a metal file to: - CORRECT ANSWER=>
Remove burrs from a cutting edge"
"NFPA 1931 requires that single, roof combination and extension ladders must support a
maximum load of - CORRECT ANSWER=> 750 lbs"
"Ground ladders should be service tested before being placed in service, ____ while in service,
and after use that exposes the ladder to high heat or rough treatment. - CORRECT ANSWER=>
Once each year"
"Which of the following describes the best placement of a ladder to be used for entry or rescue
from a window? - CORRECT ANSWER=> Ladder tip slightly below sill, or wedged under sill lip"
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,"Which of the following is a reason that modern construction may tend to contain fires for
longer periods of time? - CORRECT ANSWER=> Energy efficient designs"
"What should a firefighter do before stepping off a ladder, parapet wall, or other place of safety
onto the roof of a burning building, especially if the roof surface is obscured by smoke or
darkness? - CORRECT ANSWER=> Sound the roof for structural integrity by striking with an axe."
"What type of hose is designed for drafting water from static water supplies or connecting to a
fire hydrant? - CORRECT ANSWER=> Hard suction hose"
"What type of fire hose damage can weaken the jacket which can lead to ruptures under
pressure? - CORRECT ANSWER=> Organic damage"
"Which of the following equipment is necessary for service testing? - CORRECT ANSWER=>
Nozzles with shutoff valves"
"The test site for service testing should be: - CORRECT ANSWER=> On a slight grade"
"Which of the following procedures should be followed when service testing fire hose? -
CORRECT ANSWER=> Stand away from the discharge valve connection when charging hose"
"Which action of fire fighting foam creates a barrier between the fuel and the fire? - CORRECT
ANSWER=> Separating"
"Foam lowers surface tension of water, allowing it to ____ fires in class A materials - CORRECT
ANSWER=> Penetrate"
"Class A foam extinguishes and/or prevents ignition by - CORRECT ANSWER=> Allowing water to
penetrate fuels"
"When applied to solid fuels, Class A foam blankets the fuel, controls flames, then - CORRECT
ANSWER=> Breaks down, releasing water to cool the fuel"
"Class B foams are especially effective on - CORRECT ANSWER=> Hydrocarbon fuels and polar
solvents"
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, "The degree of foam expansion depends on the type of foam concentrate, accurate
proportioning, quality of the foam concentrate and - CORRECT ANSWER=> Method of aeration"
"Which of the following statements about Class A foam concentrates is most accurate? -
CORRECT ANSWER=> Class A foam reduces the surface tension of water, allowing better water
penetration into the fuel."
"Flammable liquids that mix readily with water are - CORRECT ANSWER=> Polar solvents"
"Which foams are required to extinguish fire of ethanol or ethanol-based fuels? - CORRECT
ANSWER=> Alcohol resistant foams"
"Which of the following statements about foam proportioning is MOST accurate? - CORRECT
ANSWER=> Mixing Class A foam at a higher recommended percentage results in a thick, dry
foam."
"Which of the following proportioning methods depends on the venturi principle to draw foam
through a hose connected to the foam concentrate container and into the water stream? -
CORRECT ANSWER=> Eduction"
"Which of the following statements about foam proportioners and delivery system is MOST
accurate? - CORRECT ANSWER=> The foam proportioner and delivery system must be compatible
to produce usable foam"
"Which of the following statements about foam hazards is most accurate? - CORRECT ANSWER=>
Some foam concentrates and their vapors may be harmful if inhaled"
"The deployment of a master stream devices requires a minimum of - CORRECT ANSWER=> Two
firefighters"
"Which kind of ground cover fire is slow moving and smoldering? - CORRECT ANSWER=> Ground
fire"
"Which kind of ground cover fire burns on the soil surface, consuming low lying grass, shrubs,
and other vegetation? - CORRECT ANSWER=> Surface fire"
"Which of the following is a long narrow strip of fire extending from the main fire? - CORRECT
ANSWER=> Finger"
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LATEST 2026 COMPLETE QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS
ALREADY GRADED A+ PROFESSOR
VERIFIED BRAND NEW!
"What initial action is the next priority after stabilizing the scene? - CORRECT ANSWER=> Stabilize
the victim"
"What type of structural collapse occurs when the floor and/or roof assemblies on both sides of
a load-bearing wall collapse, allowing a good chance of victim survival? - CORRECT ANSWER=> A-
frame"
"In the OATH method of signaling on a search line, two tugs represents - CORRECT ANSWER=>
Advance"
"Which of the following is an example of a push/pull tool? - CORRECT ANSWER=> Pike pole"
"Cutting edges on axes should be inspected for: - CORRECT ANSWER=> Chips, cracks, or spurs"
"When caring for an unprotected metal surface, use a metal file to: - CORRECT ANSWER=>
Remove burrs from a cutting edge"
"NFPA 1931 requires that single, roof combination and extension ladders must support a
maximum load of - CORRECT ANSWER=> 750 lbs"
"Ground ladders should be service tested before being placed in service, ____ while in service,
and after use that exposes the ladder to high heat or rough treatment. - CORRECT ANSWER=>
Once each year"
"Which of the following describes the best placement of a ladder to be used for entry or rescue
from a window? - CORRECT ANSWER=> Ladder tip slightly below sill, or wedged under sill lip"
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,"Which of the following is a reason that modern construction may tend to contain fires for
longer periods of time? - CORRECT ANSWER=> Energy efficient designs"
"What should a firefighter do before stepping off a ladder, parapet wall, or other place of safety
onto the roof of a burning building, especially if the roof surface is obscured by smoke or
darkness? - CORRECT ANSWER=> Sound the roof for structural integrity by striking with an axe."
"What type of hose is designed for drafting water from static water supplies or connecting to a
fire hydrant? - CORRECT ANSWER=> Hard suction hose"
"What type of fire hose damage can weaken the jacket which can lead to ruptures under
pressure? - CORRECT ANSWER=> Organic damage"
"Which of the following equipment is necessary for service testing? - CORRECT ANSWER=>
Nozzles with shutoff valves"
"The test site for service testing should be: - CORRECT ANSWER=> On a slight grade"
"Which of the following procedures should be followed when service testing fire hose? -
CORRECT ANSWER=> Stand away from the discharge valve connection when charging hose"
"Which action of fire fighting foam creates a barrier between the fuel and the fire? - CORRECT
ANSWER=> Separating"
"Foam lowers surface tension of water, allowing it to ____ fires in class A materials - CORRECT
ANSWER=> Penetrate"
"Class A foam extinguishes and/or prevents ignition by - CORRECT ANSWER=> Allowing water to
penetrate fuels"
"When applied to solid fuels, Class A foam blankets the fuel, controls flames, then - CORRECT
ANSWER=> Breaks down, releasing water to cool the fuel"
"Class B foams are especially effective on - CORRECT ANSWER=> Hydrocarbon fuels and polar
solvents"
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, "The degree of foam expansion depends on the type of foam concentrate, accurate
proportioning, quality of the foam concentrate and - CORRECT ANSWER=> Method of aeration"
"Which of the following statements about Class A foam concentrates is most accurate? -
CORRECT ANSWER=> Class A foam reduces the surface tension of water, allowing better water
penetration into the fuel."
"Flammable liquids that mix readily with water are - CORRECT ANSWER=> Polar solvents"
"Which foams are required to extinguish fire of ethanol or ethanol-based fuels? - CORRECT
ANSWER=> Alcohol resistant foams"
"Which of the following statements about foam proportioning is MOST accurate? - CORRECT
ANSWER=> Mixing Class A foam at a higher recommended percentage results in a thick, dry
foam."
"Which of the following proportioning methods depends on the venturi principle to draw foam
through a hose connected to the foam concentrate container and into the water stream? -
CORRECT ANSWER=> Eduction"
"Which of the following statements about foam proportioners and delivery system is MOST
accurate? - CORRECT ANSWER=> The foam proportioner and delivery system must be compatible
to produce usable foam"
"Which of the following statements about foam hazards is most accurate? - CORRECT ANSWER=>
Some foam concentrates and their vapors may be harmful if inhaled"
"The deployment of a master stream devices requires a minimum of - CORRECT ANSWER=> Two
firefighters"
"Which kind of ground cover fire is slow moving and smoldering? - CORRECT ANSWER=> Ground
fire"
"Which kind of ground cover fire burns on the soil surface, consuming low lying grass, shrubs,
and other vegetation? - CORRECT ANSWER=> Surface fire"
"Which of the following is a long narrow strip of fire extending from the main fire? - CORRECT
ANSWER=> Finger"
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