IFSTA/Essentials of Fire Fighting 7th Addition - Chapter 5

IFSTA/Essentials of Fire Fighting 7th Addition - Chapter 5 Which piece of PPE can provide a secondary layer of eye protection in addition to an SCBA facepiece? - ANSWER Helmet faceshield What is a function of station and work uniforms? - ANSWER Identify wearer as a member of the fire department While on duty, firefighters should avoid wearing: - ANSWER clothing made of non-fire-resistant synthetic materials. In order to avoid contaminating living quarters, _______ should not be worn during emergency operations. - ANSWER station footwear All PPE designed for structural firefighting must meet the requirements of: - ANSWER NFPA 1971 Which piece of information must be included on the permanent compliance label inside each piece of PPE? - ANSWER Cleaning precautions What is structural PPE designed to do? - ANSWER Cover all portions of skin while reaching, bending, or moving In order to avoid contact burns and heat stress after leaving a heated environment, firefighters should: - ANSWER follow rehabilitation protocols and allow clothing to cool.