IFSTA Chapter 21 - Maintenance and Testing Responsibilities fully solved 2023/2024

IFSTA Chapter 21 - Maintenance and Testing ResponsibilitiesWhen would a fire hose be tagged for repair? Select one: a. When any damage is found, whether it can be corrected or not b. When it has been in service more than three years c. When it has been in service more than one year d. When defects are found that can be corrected - correct answer When defects are found that can be corrected When maintaining portable lighting equipment, it is safest to: Select one: a. replace bulbs immediately after shutting off the power. b. connect each light to the generator one at a time. c. replace the bulbs while the power is still turned on. d. connect all lights to the generator at the same time before starting the generator. - correct answer connect each light to the generator one at a time. Which action should be avoided when service testing fire hose because it can cause damage to the hose? Select one: a. Closing valves slowly when charging the hose b. Laying large-diameter hose flat before charging it c. Testing hose in an area with rocks and debris d. Testing hose in an area with a slight uphill grade - correct answer Testing hose in an area with rocks and debris Which statement describes the proper cleaning methods for power tools? Select one: a. Power tools require the use of industrial strength solvents to clean them. b. Different power tools require different cleaning agents, so refer to the manufacturer's guidelines for cleaning instructions. c. Power tools must only be cleaned using mild soap and water. d. Since power tools are so durable, they rarely require cleaning. - correct answer Different power tools require different cleaning agents, so refer to the manufacturer's guidelines for cleaning instructions. Fire hose testing records should include the: Select one: a. last date that the hose was used. b. reason that any hoses fail the test. c. kind of solvent used to clean the hose. d. type of incident the hose was last used in. - correct answer reason that any hoses fail the test. After completing equipment maintenance, it is important to clean the work area and: Select one: a. contact the manufacturer to verify that maintenance is complete. b. ask another firefighter to complete a secondary inspection. c. document maintenance per local SOPs. d. immediately report completion to the company officer. - correct answer document maintenance per local SOPs. In order to prevent damage to a portable generator, always: Select one: a. run the generator for at least ten minutes before plugging equipment into it. b. start the generator under a load. c. change the fuel before starting it. d. avoid starting it with equipment plugged into it and turned on. - correct answer avoid starting it with equipment plugged into it and turned on.