Ch 15 IFSTA questions with correct answers

Which statement describes inspection of salvage covers? Select one: a. Salvage covers should be inspected for damage after they are dry. b. Salvage covers must be cleaned using a special solution and then dried completely before they can be inspected. c. Salvage covers do not require inspection since they are disposable. d. Salvage covers must be sent back to the manufacturer periodically for inspection. - Answer Salvage covers should be inspected for damage after they are dry. For what purpose are wooden wedges designed to be used during salvage operations? Select one: a. Stop the flow of water from a damaged hoseline b. Stop water runoff c. Force entry through doors d. Stop the flow of water from an activated sprinkler - Answer Stop the flow of water from an activated sprinkler When establishing a perimeter, firefighters must remember that: Select one: a. the perimeter should start small and then be enlarged as needed. b. it is more important to focus on fire suppression than it is to put up scene boundaries. c. it is easier to start with a larger perimeter and downsize it later than to start small and enlarge it later.