Firefighter 2 Final Exam (2025) ACTUAL
EXAM (TESTING REAL EXAM QUESTIONS)
AND VERIFIED ANSWERS (MULTIPLE
CHOICES) |COMPLETE SOLUTIONS |A+
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Which type of sprinkler system contains water under pressure at all times so a sprinkler will immediately discharge
water spray and activate an alarm? (1204)
A. Deluge system
B. Dry-pipe system
C. Wet-pipe system
D. Clean-agent system
C. Wet-pipe system
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What is the function of a retard chamber? (1204)
A. Quickly expels air from the sprinkler piping
B. Keeps water out of piping until fire actuates a sprinkler
C. Prevents water flowing back into fire department connection
D. Catches excess water sent during momentary water pressure surges
D. Catches excess water sent during momentary water pressure surges
In which type of sprinkler system does air or nitrogen under pressure replace the water in the sprinklers above a
valve? (1204)
A. Deluge system
B. Dry-pipe system
C. Wet-pipe system
D. Water curtain system
B. Dry-pipe system
Which of the following statements about dry-pipe sprinkler systems is MOST accurate? (1205)
A. Dry-pipe systems require pressurized air or nitrogen to hold dry-pipe valves open.
B. A disadvantage of dry-pipe systems is that they do not signal an alarm when discharged.
C. Normally, the air-pressure gauge and water-pressure gauge should show the same pressure reading.
D. Accelerators and exhausters are quick-opening devices that allow air to exit and water to enter the pipes quickly.
D. Accelerators and exhausters are quick-opening devices that allow air to exit and water to enter the pipes quickly.
Which of the following BEST describes deluge sprinkler systems? (1205)
,A. Use extinguishing agent other than water for use in specific occupancies
B. Contain air or nitrogen under pressure, air escapes when sprinkler system is initiated
C. Contain water under pressure, two gauges read pressure above and below activation valve
D. Designed with open-head sprinklers to quickly supply a large volume of water to the protected area
D. Designed with open-head sprinklers to quickly supply a large volume of water to the protected area
Which of the following system types is typically used where it is important to prevent water damage? (1207)
A. Dry-pipe system
B. Preaction system
C. Water-mist system
D. Partial deluge system
B. Preaction system
Which of the following statements about residential sprinkler systems is MOST accurate? (1208)
A. Residential sprinkler systems are generally more costly than commercial systems.
B. Residential sprinkler systems operate more slowly and at higher temperatures than do commercial systems.
C.Residential sprinkler systems are expected to prevent flashover, and improve the chance for occupants to escape.
D. Residential sprinkler systems must be connected to a water source separate from the domestic water service.
Residential sprinkler systems are expected to prevent flashover, and improve the chance for occupants to escape.
Which of the following statements about standpipe and hose systems is MOST accurate? (1209)
A. Standpipe and hose systems can take the place of sprinkler systems, or lessen the need for sprinklers.
B. Standpipe systems give no advantage in one-story structures, and are rarely installed in these structures.
C. In many high-rise buildings, a standpipe is the primary means for manual extinguishment and overhaul of a fire.
D. Standpipe systems are designed only for use by building occupants, they do not serve the needs of firefighters.
C. In many high-rise buildings, a standpipe is the primary means for manual extinguishment and overhaul
of a fire.
Which of the following statements BEST describes standpipe and hose systems? (1210)
A. Standpipe systems may not be effective on small fires in their early stages.
B. Standpipe systems normally discharge water outside of the protected building.
C. Design and installation of standpipe systems and hose stations are described in NFPA® 13 and NFPA® 14.
D. Standpipe system components commonly include a control panel, alarm actuator, cross mains, and an inspector's
test valve.
C. Design and installation of standpipe systems and hose stations are described in NFPA® 13 and NFPA® 14.
Which class of standpipe system is equipped with a 1 ½ inch (38 mm) hose and lightweight twist-type shutoff nozzle
stored on a hose rack system? (1210)
A. Class I
B. Class II
C. Class III
D. Class IV
B. Class II
,Divisions of labor...
A. Outlines how things are to be done and usually how far a person can go without requesting further guidance
B. Relates to the number of people one person can supervise effectively
C. Assigns a task to an individual to make that person responsible for completing the task
D. Is the idea that each firefighter answers to only one supervisor
C. Assigns a task to an individual to make that person responsible for completing the task
The incident management system defines span of control as:
A. organizing an incident by breaking down the overall strategy into smaller tasks
B. having the ability to start small and expand if an incident becomes more complex
C. the number of subordinates who report to one supervisor
D. each person having only one supervisor
C. the number of subordinates who report to one supervisor
Firefighters perform duties and responsibilities in accordance with the ________ who establishes the minimum
standards for firefighters.
A. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
B. Federal Emergency Management Association (FEMA)
C. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
D. National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
C. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) ________ is the standard that contains minimum requirements and
procedures for a safety and health program.
A. 1901
B. 1932
C. 1001
D. 1500
D. 1500
What does an initial radio report provide?
A. Transfer of command
B. Description of conditions as they appear
C. Procedure for requesting a special alarm
D. Operations from a legal and statistical standpoint
B. Description of conditions as they appear
, Which of the following should be an arrival report?
A. Number of victims
B. Discussion of command
C. Correct address of the incident
D. Emergency medical services on scene
C. Correct address of the incident
Which of the following provides the telecommunications center with a continuous record of actions at the scene?
A. Arrival report
B. Progress report
C. Initial radio report
D. Personal accountability report
B. Progress report
What task may a telecommunications center be assigned during a progress report?
A. Requesting multiple or special alarms
B. Providing periodic time transmissions
C. Warning personnel of impending hazard on scene
D. Giving command in the absence of command staff
B. Providing periodic time transmissions
________ must follow a broadcast process that begins with a clear statement that alerts all listeners.
A. Arrival reports
B. Emergency radio traffic
C. Tactical progress reports
D. Additional resource requests
B. Emergency radio traffic
Which of the following would be a reason to request a personnel accountability report (PAR)?
A. The primary search is started
B. A secondary search is completed
C. An emergency evacuation is ordered
D. The public information officer requests it
C. An emergency evacuation is ordered
Which of the following BEST explains why information is gathered for a post-incident report?
A. reviewing tactical operations errors
B. Determining trends in firefighter injuries
C. Suggesting locations that need preincident surveys
D. Providing information to media before the official report
B. Determining trends in firefighter injuries
What does the National Fire Incident Reporting System (NFIRS) do? (122)
A. Informs other responding units of current conditions
B. Gives description of conditions as they appear on scene
C. Outlines necessary information needed to complete incident reports
D. Provides telecommunications center with continuous record of actions at scene
C. Outlines necessary information needed to complete incident reports
EXAM (TESTING REAL EXAM QUESTIONS)
AND VERIFIED ANSWERS (MULTIPLE
CHOICES) |COMPLETE SOLUTIONS |A+
GRADED |100% CORRECT!!
Which type of sprinkler system contains water under pressure at all times so a sprinkler will immediately discharge
water spray and activate an alarm? (1204)
A. Deluge system
B. Dry-pipe system
C. Wet-pipe system
D. Clean-agent system
C. Wet-pipe system
\
What is the function of a retard chamber? (1204)
A. Quickly expels air from the sprinkler piping
B. Keeps water out of piping until fire actuates a sprinkler
C. Prevents water flowing back into fire department connection
D. Catches excess water sent during momentary water pressure surges
D. Catches excess water sent during momentary water pressure surges
In which type of sprinkler system does air or nitrogen under pressure replace the water in the sprinklers above a
valve? (1204)
A. Deluge system
B. Dry-pipe system
C. Wet-pipe system
D. Water curtain system
B. Dry-pipe system
Which of the following statements about dry-pipe sprinkler systems is MOST accurate? (1205)
A. Dry-pipe systems require pressurized air or nitrogen to hold dry-pipe valves open.
B. A disadvantage of dry-pipe systems is that they do not signal an alarm when discharged.
C. Normally, the air-pressure gauge and water-pressure gauge should show the same pressure reading.
D. Accelerators and exhausters are quick-opening devices that allow air to exit and water to enter the pipes quickly.
D. Accelerators and exhausters are quick-opening devices that allow air to exit and water to enter the pipes quickly.
Which of the following BEST describes deluge sprinkler systems? (1205)
,A. Use extinguishing agent other than water for use in specific occupancies
B. Contain air or nitrogen under pressure, air escapes when sprinkler system is initiated
C. Contain water under pressure, two gauges read pressure above and below activation valve
D. Designed with open-head sprinklers to quickly supply a large volume of water to the protected area
D. Designed with open-head sprinklers to quickly supply a large volume of water to the protected area
Which of the following system types is typically used where it is important to prevent water damage? (1207)
A. Dry-pipe system
B. Preaction system
C. Water-mist system
D. Partial deluge system
B. Preaction system
Which of the following statements about residential sprinkler systems is MOST accurate? (1208)
A. Residential sprinkler systems are generally more costly than commercial systems.
B. Residential sprinkler systems operate more slowly and at higher temperatures than do commercial systems.
C.Residential sprinkler systems are expected to prevent flashover, and improve the chance for occupants to escape.
D. Residential sprinkler systems must be connected to a water source separate from the domestic water service.
Residential sprinkler systems are expected to prevent flashover, and improve the chance for occupants to escape.
Which of the following statements about standpipe and hose systems is MOST accurate? (1209)
A. Standpipe and hose systems can take the place of sprinkler systems, or lessen the need for sprinklers.
B. Standpipe systems give no advantage in one-story structures, and are rarely installed in these structures.
C. In many high-rise buildings, a standpipe is the primary means for manual extinguishment and overhaul of a fire.
D. Standpipe systems are designed only for use by building occupants, they do not serve the needs of firefighters.
C. In many high-rise buildings, a standpipe is the primary means for manual extinguishment and overhaul
of a fire.
Which of the following statements BEST describes standpipe and hose systems? (1210)
A. Standpipe systems may not be effective on small fires in their early stages.
B. Standpipe systems normally discharge water outside of the protected building.
C. Design and installation of standpipe systems and hose stations are described in NFPA® 13 and NFPA® 14.
D. Standpipe system components commonly include a control panel, alarm actuator, cross mains, and an inspector's
test valve.
C. Design and installation of standpipe systems and hose stations are described in NFPA® 13 and NFPA® 14.
Which class of standpipe system is equipped with a 1 ½ inch (38 mm) hose and lightweight twist-type shutoff nozzle
stored on a hose rack system? (1210)
A. Class I
B. Class II
C. Class III
D. Class IV
B. Class II
,Divisions of labor...
A. Outlines how things are to be done and usually how far a person can go without requesting further guidance
B. Relates to the number of people one person can supervise effectively
C. Assigns a task to an individual to make that person responsible for completing the task
D. Is the idea that each firefighter answers to only one supervisor
C. Assigns a task to an individual to make that person responsible for completing the task
The incident management system defines span of control as:
A. organizing an incident by breaking down the overall strategy into smaller tasks
B. having the ability to start small and expand if an incident becomes more complex
C. the number of subordinates who report to one supervisor
D. each person having only one supervisor
C. the number of subordinates who report to one supervisor
Firefighters perform duties and responsibilities in accordance with the ________ who establishes the minimum
standards for firefighters.
A. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
B. Federal Emergency Management Association (FEMA)
C. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
D. National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
C. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) ________ is the standard that contains minimum requirements and
procedures for a safety and health program.
A. 1901
B. 1932
C. 1001
D. 1500
D. 1500
What does an initial radio report provide?
A. Transfer of command
B. Description of conditions as they appear
C. Procedure for requesting a special alarm
D. Operations from a legal and statistical standpoint
B. Description of conditions as they appear
, Which of the following should be an arrival report?
A. Number of victims
B. Discussion of command
C. Correct address of the incident
D. Emergency medical services on scene
C. Correct address of the incident
Which of the following provides the telecommunications center with a continuous record of actions at the scene?
A. Arrival report
B. Progress report
C. Initial radio report
D. Personal accountability report
B. Progress report
What task may a telecommunications center be assigned during a progress report?
A. Requesting multiple or special alarms
B. Providing periodic time transmissions
C. Warning personnel of impending hazard on scene
D. Giving command in the absence of command staff
B. Providing periodic time transmissions
________ must follow a broadcast process that begins with a clear statement that alerts all listeners.
A. Arrival reports
B. Emergency radio traffic
C. Tactical progress reports
D. Additional resource requests
B. Emergency radio traffic
Which of the following would be a reason to request a personnel accountability report (PAR)?
A. The primary search is started
B. A secondary search is completed
C. An emergency evacuation is ordered
D. The public information officer requests it
C. An emergency evacuation is ordered
Which of the following BEST explains why information is gathered for a post-incident report?
A. reviewing tactical operations errors
B. Determining trends in firefighter injuries
C. Suggesting locations that need preincident surveys
D. Providing information to media before the official report
B. Determining trends in firefighter injuries
What does the National Fire Incident Reporting System (NFIRS) do? (122)
A. Informs other responding units of current conditions
B. Gives description of conditions as they appear on scene
C. Outlines necessary information needed to complete incident reports
D. Provides telecommunications center with continuous record of actions at scene
C. Outlines necessary information needed to complete incident reports
