Basic Firefighter Written Exam

When using a rotary saw, start all cuts at rpm to prevent blades from binding into the material. - Answer- maximum is an example of a common prying tool. - Answer- halligan An swinging door is indicated by the hinges being visible. - Answer- outward is an example of a pulling tool. - Answer- sheetrock rake The and the are commonly paired together as "irons". - Answer- halligan Flat head axe When breaking glass, stand , use the side of the tool and strike the of the pane. - Answer- up-wind blunt/flat corner When getting a power tool from an apparatus for use on the fire ground, immediately the tool, after warming the tool, and then carry the tool to where it will be used. - Answer- start turn off A is an example of a striking tool. - Answer- sledge hammer A is an example of a cutting tool. - Answer- reciprocating saw (Sawzall) When forcing entry through chained gates, you should cut the and not the lock. - Answer- link/chain What is the order of priorities when suppressing structure fires? - Answer- 1. protect exposures 2. cut off fire spread 3. attack seat of the fire When advancing a hose-line into a structure, extinguish any fire that is visible and . - Answer- accessible A vehicle fire should be fought from a degree angle. - Answer- 45 If you are advancing an attack line into a structure and CANNOT see your feet, you should . - Answer- crawl and are the appropriate hose sizes for attacking a structure fire. - Answer- 2 1/2 1 3/4 Directing fire streams toward the ceiling or wall of a room or building in order to generate large amount of steam is an attack. - Answer- indirect