WILDFIRE MITIGATION SPECIALIST STUDY GUIDE
2026: 90+ QUESTIONS AND 100% VERIFIED ANSWERS |
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Define flaming combustion
- answer-Flammable vapors from decomposing fuels mixing with oxygen and an
ignition source. (Large flames).
Define glowing combustion
- answer-(coals in a fire) Solid fuels, low oxygen. Producers less energy than
flaming combustion.
Explain convective heat
- answer-Heat rises, air circulates and can transport embers carrying them away
from the seat of the fire.
Explain radiant heat
- answer-Direct facing of heat source that absorbs heat.
HIZ Extended zone
- answer-30-100ft. Can interrupt fire path to save structure. Trees should be
dispersed, ground clear of debris.
HIZ intermediate zone
- answer-5-30ft protecting this protects the house, small dispersed vegetation, clear
of debris and ground covering.
Mission of Certification Programs
- answer-Enhance human and organizational performance as related to the use and
application of the NFPA code and standards.
NFPAs Vision
- answer-Leading global advocate for the elimination of death, injury, property,
and economic loss due to fire, electrical and related hazards.
The Home Ignition Zone (HIZ) immediate zone includes what?
- answer-0-5ft, includes structure and attachments, vulnerable to embers/direct
flame impingement. Flame resistant/non combustible as possible.
, What are firebrands?
- answer-Embers that can travel up to a mile and cause ignition away from the
main body of a Wildland fire.
What prompted the formation of the Fire Wise program?
- answer-The disastrous fires of 1985. This brought about collaboration between
federal and state agencies.
When and why was the CWMS created?
- answer-2018, to bring federal, state and local levels together across forestry and
fire services under one certification standard. These credentials offer professionals
who's work involves wildfire mitigation, the ability to demonstrate that they
understand hazard mitigation measures, planning, preparedness, public education,
and wildland fire science.
When was The National Cohesive Wildland Fire Management Strategy established
and why?
- answer-2014 to bring about the "all hands all lands" mindset for communities at
risk.
Which area of a structure is most susceptible to ignition
- answer-The roof
Spot fires
- answer-Fires started by airborne embers some distance away from the main body
of the fire
What two factors are the primary determinants of a home's ability to survive a
wildfire?
- answer-Quality of defensible space
Structural ignitability
What does HIZ stand for?
- answer-Home ignition zone
What is included in the home ignition zone?
- answer-The structure
The space immediately surrounding the structure
2026: 90+ QUESTIONS AND 100% VERIFIED ANSWERS |
GRADED A+ | GUARANTEED PASS!!
Define flaming combustion
- answer-Flammable vapors from decomposing fuels mixing with oxygen and an
ignition source. (Large flames).
Define glowing combustion
- answer-(coals in a fire) Solid fuels, low oxygen. Producers less energy than
flaming combustion.
Explain convective heat
- answer-Heat rises, air circulates and can transport embers carrying them away
from the seat of the fire.
Explain radiant heat
- answer-Direct facing of heat source that absorbs heat.
HIZ Extended zone
- answer-30-100ft. Can interrupt fire path to save structure. Trees should be
dispersed, ground clear of debris.
HIZ intermediate zone
- answer-5-30ft protecting this protects the house, small dispersed vegetation, clear
of debris and ground covering.
Mission of Certification Programs
- answer-Enhance human and organizational performance as related to the use and
application of the NFPA code and standards.
NFPAs Vision
- answer-Leading global advocate for the elimination of death, injury, property,
and economic loss due to fire, electrical and related hazards.
The Home Ignition Zone (HIZ) immediate zone includes what?
- answer-0-5ft, includes structure and attachments, vulnerable to embers/direct
flame impingement. Flame resistant/non combustible as possible.
, What are firebrands?
- answer-Embers that can travel up to a mile and cause ignition away from the
main body of a Wildland fire.
What prompted the formation of the Fire Wise program?
- answer-The disastrous fires of 1985. This brought about collaboration between
federal and state agencies.
When and why was the CWMS created?
- answer-2018, to bring federal, state and local levels together across forestry and
fire services under one certification standard. These credentials offer professionals
who's work involves wildfire mitigation, the ability to demonstrate that they
understand hazard mitigation measures, planning, preparedness, public education,
and wildland fire science.
When was The National Cohesive Wildland Fire Management Strategy established
and why?
- answer-2014 to bring about the "all hands all lands" mindset for communities at
risk.
Which area of a structure is most susceptible to ignition
- answer-The roof
Spot fires
- answer-Fires started by airborne embers some distance away from the main body
of the fire
What two factors are the primary determinants of a home's ability to survive a
wildfire?
- answer-Quality of defensible space
Structural ignitability
What does HIZ stand for?
- answer-Home ignition zone
What is included in the home ignition zone?
- answer-The structure
The space immediately surrounding the structure
