TCFP Questions.docx

Which is a characteristic of smooth bore nozzles? A. Prone to clogging with debris B. Cannot be used to apply compressed air foam C. Cannot be adjusted to different stream patterns D. Operate at higher nozzle pressures than fog nozzles - correct answer C. Cannot be adjusted to different stream patterns How is the rate of discharge for a manually adjustable fog nozzle changed? A. Pushing the bale forward or backward slowly B. Rotating the nozzle tip to choose a wider or narrower pattern C. Rotating the selector ring to the desired GPM (L/min) setting D. Signaling the pump operator to reduce or increase the pressure - correct answer C. Rotating the selector ring to the desired GPM (L/Min) setting Advancing an uncharged hose line down a flight of stairs is only recommended when: A. The fire is minor or not present B. There is an immediate need for water C. The primary search has been completed D.There are at least four firefighters on the hoseline team - correct answer A. The fire is minor or not present Hand line streams have flows that discharge: A. Less than 40 GPM ( 160 L/min) B. From 25 to 300 GPM ( 100 to 1 200L/min) C. From 40 to 350 GPM (160 to 1 400L/min) D. More than 350 GPM ( 1 400L/min) - correct answer From 40 to 350 GPN (160 to 1 400L/min Which type of hose stream is created by specialized nozzles such as cellar nozzles, piercing nozzles, or chimney nozzles? A. Fog stream B. Solid stream C. Broken stream D. Straight stream - correct answer C. Broken stream What is caused by friction loss? A. Increased nozzle reaction B. Decreased nozzle reaction C. Lower water pressure at the pump D. Lower water pressure at the nozzle - correct answer D. Lower water pressure at the nozzle Class a foam acts as a surfactant, which means that it: A. Requires a special type of nozzle for application B. Requires a special type of aeration tool to be formed C. Lowers the surface tension of water, allowing better penetration into the fuel D. Raises the surface tension of water, creating a more effective extinguishing agent. - correct answer C. Lowers the surface tension of water, allowing better penetration into the fuel. The rate of application for class B foam depends on: A. The location of the fuel spill B. Whether or not the fuel is a surfactant C. The type of water used to proportion the foam D. Whether the fuel is spilled or contained in a tank - correct answer D. Whether the fuel is spilled or contained in a tank What is necessary when applying fire fighting foam? A. A vapor protective suit and SCBA B. A hazardous materials team standing by C. Continued, uninterrupted application until extinguishment D. Intermittent application breaks to allow the foam to settle - correct answer C. Continued, uninterrupted application until extinguishment Mixing water with foam concentrate to form a foam solution is referred to as: A. Aerating B. Surfacting C saponifying D. Proportioning - correct answer D. Proportioning Most fire fighting films are intended to be mixed with: A. 30to60% water B. 50 to 75.9% water C. 80 to 90% water D. 94 to 99.9% water - correct answer D. 94 to 99.9% water Class B foams are especially effective on A. Surfactants B. Hydrocarbon fuels C. Ordinary combustibles D. Energized electrical equipment - correct answer B. Hydrocarbon fuels Which type of foam proportioner is directly attached to the pump panel outlet or connected at some point in the hose lay? A. In line eductor B. Foam nozzle eductor C. Apparatus mounted proportioner D. Compressed air foam system ( CAFS ) - correct answer A. In-line eductor A (an) __________ concept allows all responders to use a similar, coordinated approach with a common set of authorities, protections and resources: - correct answer All Hazard Most fire departments are organized in a series of levels, with the intermediate levels made up of personnel assigned by: ______ - correct answer Rank and Duty Each employee reporting to just one supervisor, who in turn moves up the chain of command, is an example of: - correct answer Unity of command Multiple fire companies within a response area whose day-to-day functions are overseen by the operations division are called a (an): - correct answer Battalion Fire department line personnel are responsible for: A. repairing broken department apparatus B. Providing emergency services to the public C. overseeing the departments annual budget D. organizing personnel medical evaluation records - correct answer B. Providing emergency services to the public Define Policies: - correct answer A policy is a guide to decision making within an organization that addresses issues such as working hours, emergency response guidelines, and chain of command Which action would directly promote the National Fallen Firefighters Association 16 Fire Life Safety Initiatives? A. Training every Fire Fighter I to assume command at smaller incidents B. Requiring every new recruit to obtain a bachelor's degree prior to employment C. Purchasing additional sets of structural PPE for each firefighter in the department D. Investigating line of duty deaths and near misses in order to revise departmental safety standards. - correct answer D. Investigating line of duty deaths and near misses in order to revise departmental safety standards. According to NFPA 1001, which duty is a FireFighter I required to be able to perform? A. Inspect and maintain fire apparatus B. Assume command of an interior fire attack C. Prepare apparatus hose loads for response D.Extinguish an ignitable liquid fire using firefighting foam - correct answer C. Prepare apparatus hose loads for response One goal of the National Fallen Firefighters Association 16 Firefighter Life Safety Initiatives is to: A. Mandate the use of specific brands of PPE B. empower all firefighters to stop unsafe practices C. advocate the use of exclusively defensive firefighting tactics D. require repartments to use computer-based accountability systems - correct answer B. empower all firefighters to stop unsafe practices