Terms in this set (150)
Which of the following was not suggested for D. Any chemical that may inadvertently contact the body should be
personnel protection with regard to dealing with washed off with large amounts of alcohol.
the chemical in question?
A. Keep upwind of the chemical.
B. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
C. Avoid bodily contact with the chemical.
D. Any chemical that may inadvertently contact the
body should be washed off with large amounts of
alcohol.
If a container of ethylene oxide has been subjected 5,000 feet
to fire for a prolonged period of time, what is the
recommended distance for safe evacuation?
,What dilution of ethylene oxide with water is 24: 1
required to effectively inhibit its flammability?
Once ethylene oxide becomes contaminated, what Polymerization
kind of chemical process may occur that can
generate enough heat and pressure to rupture its
containment?
13. Which of the following choices is not C. Irritation of the respiratory system
recognized as a symptom stemming from ethylene
oxide vapor exposure?
A. Eye irritation
B. Skin irritation or burns
C. Irritation of the respiratory system
D. Loss of muscular function
,16. Firefighters often apply a hose stream to the Radiant heat given off by the neighboring fire may adversely affect the
side of a building that is in close proximity to a fire. nearest wall. Without the coolant effect of the hose stream, enough heat
What is the primary reason for conducting such an may be absorbed by an exposed surface to cause ignition and create a
operation? separate blaze.
17. Frequently, people use an octopus wall outlet Unsafe, because the excessive amount of current drawn through the
connection to maximize the number of appliances outlet may exceed what it is designed to handle. This may set the stage
that can be plugged into a single outlet. What for wires to overheat or a short circuit to occur, thus causing a fire within
would this be considered? the partition.
18. What is the greatest danger aspect for someone A potential electrical shock hazard is possible when in the vicinity of
using an aluminum ladder to install or realign a power lines.
rooftop antenna?
*Any kind of metal ladder poses an electrical hazard if it comes into
contact with an energized power line. Aluminum is a superb conductor.
Choices A and B are incorrect. Choice D refers to a problem associated
with aluminum ladders. However, it is not considered a greater danger
than the prospect of electrocution.*
, 19. In the process of fighting a fire, your superior Ask your commanding officer to repeat the instruction.
officer directs you to perform a different part of the
operation. If, because of the noise and commotion *Problems that occur at the fire scene that hamper the efficiency of
you do not fully hear or comprehend what was how a fire is handled are normally attributed to poor communication
said, what should you do? among firefighters. If a direction is not fully comprehended or clearly
heard, it is better to have it repeated than to undertake action on your
own initiative. Effective teamwork is imperative for any kind of
operation to be conducted efficiently. The other choices run counter to
this concept.*
21. If someone's clothing were to catch on fire, what If it is a loose fitting garment, such as a jacket or coat, you should
would be an appropriate thing to do? attempt to strip it off.
Wrap a blanket or something similar around the victim to smother the
flames.
Get the victim to drop to the ground and roll slowly.
Which of the following was not suggested for D. Any chemical that may inadvertently contact the body should be
personnel protection with regard to dealing with washed off with large amounts of alcohol.
the chemical in question?
A. Keep upwind of the chemical.
B. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
C. Avoid bodily contact with the chemical.
D. Any chemical that may inadvertently contact the
body should be washed off with large amounts of
alcohol.
If a container of ethylene oxide has been subjected 5,000 feet
to fire for a prolonged period of time, what is the
recommended distance for safe evacuation?
,What dilution of ethylene oxide with water is 24: 1
required to effectively inhibit its flammability?
Once ethylene oxide becomes contaminated, what Polymerization
kind of chemical process may occur that can
generate enough heat and pressure to rupture its
containment?
13. Which of the following choices is not C. Irritation of the respiratory system
recognized as a symptom stemming from ethylene
oxide vapor exposure?
A. Eye irritation
B. Skin irritation or burns
C. Irritation of the respiratory system
D. Loss of muscular function
,16. Firefighters often apply a hose stream to the Radiant heat given off by the neighboring fire may adversely affect the
side of a building that is in close proximity to a fire. nearest wall. Without the coolant effect of the hose stream, enough heat
What is the primary reason for conducting such an may be absorbed by an exposed surface to cause ignition and create a
operation? separate blaze.
17. Frequently, people use an octopus wall outlet Unsafe, because the excessive amount of current drawn through the
connection to maximize the number of appliances outlet may exceed what it is designed to handle. This may set the stage
that can be plugged into a single outlet. What for wires to overheat or a short circuit to occur, thus causing a fire within
would this be considered? the partition.
18. What is the greatest danger aspect for someone A potential electrical shock hazard is possible when in the vicinity of
using an aluminum ladder to install or realign a power lines.
rooftop antenna?
*Any kind of metal ladder poses an electrical hazard if it comes into
contact with an energized power line. Aluminum is a superb conductor.
Choices A and B are incorrect. Choice D refers to a problem associated
with aluminum ladders. However, it is not considered a greater danger
than the prospect of electrocution.*
, 19. In the process of fighting a fire, your superior Ask your commanding officer to repeat the instruction.
officer directs you to perform a different part of the
operation. If, because of the noise and commotion *Problems that occur at the fire scene that hamper the efficiency of
you do not fully hear or comprehend what was how a fire is handled are normally attributed to poor communication
said, what should you do? among firefighters. If a direction is not fully comprehended or clearly
heard, it is better to have it repeated than to undertake action on your
own initiative. Effective teamwork is imperative for any kind of
operation to be conducted efficiently. The other choices run counter to
this concept.*
21. If someone's clothing were to catch on fire, what If it is a loose fitting garment, such as a jacket or coat, you should
would be an appropriate thing to do? attempt to strip it off.
Wrap a blanket or something similar around the victim to smother the
flames.
Get the victim to drop to the ground and roll slowly.
