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Substances or materials in quantities or forms that may pose an unreasonable risk to health, safety, or property when transported, stored, or used in commerce is a definition for a: hazardous material When dealing with a radiological incident involving a leak or spill, what exposure guidelines should the hazmat first responder use to minimize radioactive contamination? Time, distance, shielding A reference book intended as a guide to aid emergency responders to guide quickly and identify s...

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36 pages

Written in 2023/2024

Grade A+

twishfrancis

NFPA 1002 Minimum qualifications for fire apparatus driver/operators are set by: 1500 The fire department driver/operator shall be subject to periodic medical evaluation as required by NFPA: 1582 The criteria upon which the medical evaluations of fire apparatus driver/operators is contained in NFPA: angle of approach The angle formed by level ground and a line from the point where the front tires of a vehicle touch the ground to the lowest projection at the front of the apparatus is the...

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6 pages

Written in 2023/2024

Grade A+

twishfrancis

Max length of test hose 300 Feet Spraying foam on the ground in front of the fire is — Roll-On DOT class 6 contains what? Etiologic Poisons What is the benefit of a donut roll Both ends are available What is a duck-billed lock breaker used for? Padlocks What are the parts of an extension ladder? Fly, base, and frame What does the nose cup in the face piece do? Reduce Fogging What is the main structural component of a fly ladder? Beam What is true about double hung windo...

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3 pages

Written in 2023/2024

Grade A+

twishfrancis

_____ is the desired pump pressure when supplying two lines of 2-1/2" hose, one 200 feet long and one 300 feet long, each with a 250 gpm nozzle operating at 100 psi. 137.5 psi A COMMON reason for eductor failure is: improper cleaning and maintenance of equipment Steering wheel ply should usually be no more than approximately ____ degrees in either direction. 10 When positioning a pumper to supply a fire department connection, the driver must consider the: positioning requirements of ot...

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5 pages

Written in 2023/2024

Grade A+

twishfrancis

The normal type of sprinkler system used where there is a risk of the system freezing is a: Wet System. In order to help minimize exposures to risk at a structural fire scene, firefighters should: Do a risk/benefit analysis for every action. What does NFPA 1500 require to be part of the fire department training programs? A process for evaluating firefighter skills & knowledge. Following each use, the facepiece of a breathing apparatus should be cleaned by: Washing with a mixture of warm...

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4 pages

Written in 2023/2024

Grade A+

twishfrancis

When maintaining aerial apparatus records, you should always - correct answer Refer to your department's standard operating procedures for specific guidance A turntable's function is best described as: - correct answer Provides continuous rotation on a horizontal plane To check the overall condition of the engine and pump, perform the: - correct answer Pump Test A liquid surge effect may occur: - correct answer When an aerial apparatus's tank is not completely full. Select THREE e...

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16 pages

Written in 2023/2024

Grade A+

rickysparkyy

Which is a characteristic of smooth bore nozzles? A. Prone to clogging with debris B. Cannot be used to apply compressed air foam C. Cannot be adjusted to different stream patterns D. Operate at higher nozzle pressures than fog nozzles - correct answer C. Cannot be adjusted to different stream patterns How is the rate of discharge for a manually adjustable fog nozzle changed? A. Pushing the bale forward or backward slowly B. Rotating the nozzle tip to choose a wider or narrower patt...

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14 pages

Written in 2023/2024

Grade A+

rickysparkyy

The lowest acceptable fuel gauge reading on a fire apparatus during inspection would be: - correct answer A. At least ½-full B. At least ⅔-full C. At least ¾-full (Correct Answer) D. Full The purchase acceptance test on a new fire apparatus should focus on: - correct answer A. Pump capacity B. Road tests C. Pump and foam operations D. Bid specifications (Correct Answer) All of the following are rescue tools EXCEPT: - correct answer A. Spreaders B. Extensions rams ...

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41 pages

Written in 2023/2024

Grade A+

rickysparkyy

The angle from the point of ground contact of the front tire to any projection of the apparatus in front of the front axle is considered the: - correct answer angle of approach A fire apparatus with primary purpose of transporting 1,000 or more gallons of water is considered to be a/an - correct answer tanker/tender ____________ is defined as keeping apparatus in a state of usefulness or readiness. - correct answer maintenance Checking and documenting the oil level, radiator fluid, fuel...

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38 pages

Written in 2023/2024

Grade A+

rickysparkyy

1. What is the atmospheric pressure at sea level? A. 3.1417 psi (22 kPa) B. 7.69 psi (53 kPa) C. 14.7 psi (101 kPa) D. 21.3 psi (147 kPa) - correct answer answer: C NFPA 1002: 10.2.1, 10.2.1(A) Page: 324 2. What liquid is used to measure vacuum due to its density? A. 2-propanol B. Glycerol C. Water D. Mercury - correct answer answer: D NFPA 1002: 10.2.1, 10.2.1(A) Page: 324 3. A fire pumper in good condition should be able to develop a vacuum equal to about: A. 17 inches (391....

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102 pages

Written in 2023/2024

Grade A+

rickysparkyy

8.35 pounds - correct answer How much does 1 gallon of water weigh? 231 cubic inches - correct answer How many cubic inches does 1 gallon of water contain? 62.5 pounds - correct answer How many pounds does 1 cubic foot of water weigh? 7.481 gallons - correct answer How many gallons of water does 1 cubic foot contain? 1,728 cubic inches - correct answer How many cubic inches are there in 1 cubic foot? .434 psi - correct answer A 1 foot high column of water exerts how much psi at it...

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18 pages

Written in 2023/2024

Grade A+

rickysparkyy

The minimum qualifications for driver/operators is set by NFPA 1002, Standard for: - correct answer Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications The corrected vision, with contact lenses or spectacles, required by NFPA 1582 is: - correct answer 20/40 Apparatus with a permanently mounted fire pump and a rated discharge of 750 gpm or greater - correct answer Fire Department pumper A fire apparatus with a permanently mounted, hydraulically operated elevating device - correct ...

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46 pages

Written in 2023/2024

Grade A+

rickysparkyy

In 1720 what was the piece of equipment to replace the bucket brigade? - correct answer Hand Pump Which NFPA standard required new fire apparatus to be designed so that all members riding on the fire apparatus would be provided a seated area inside an enclosed cab? - correct answer NFPA 1500 What was the first gasoline powered fire apparatus to discharge water by using a large soda acid extinguisher? - correct answer Chemical Wagon The real breakthrough for today's modern fire apparatu...

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56 pages

Written in 2023/2024

Grade A+

rickysparkyy