JATC 2A EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Describe how firefighters will be notified of a change of strategy. - Answers- A change in
strategy will be communicated over the radio.
- Clear Dispatch - Ask for Emergency Tones/Traffic
- Emergency Tones transmitted
- Announce to all hazard zone units:
Shifting to the Defensive Strategy
- All Units "Withdraw" or "Abandon" the structure
- All Units report PAR's upon exit
- Dispatch/Alarms repeats
- Emergency Traffic report, verbatim
List the events that may require a "roll call" to be conducted. - Answers- -Changing
from an offensive to a defensive operation.
-Missing or unaccounted for members.
-Sudden, unexpected events in the hazard zone.
-A mayday (depending on the circumstances).
-Anytime the IC deems it is necessary.
Who can request a "roll call"? - Answers- The IC must drive the roll-call to avoid
multiple units contacting him/her first. Unless a Unit DOES NOT have a PAR, they
should maintain radio silence until contacted by the IC to report their PAR.
Define the terms "Withdraw from the Structure". - Answers- an orderly withdrawal
where interior lines and equipment will be withdrawn and re-positioned/shut down when
changing to a defensive strategy.
Define the terms "Abandon the Structure". - Answers- an emergency retreat where all
hose lines and heavy equipment will be left in place and all members in the hazard zone
will exit the structure as quickly and as safely as possible.
RRFA master stream devices. - Answers- 1) Blitzfire (E312)
2) Master Stream
3) Aerial (E311)
What is a "reverse Lay" - Answers- A reverse lay involves dropping the supply line at
the fire location and laying supply line to the water source.
When would a "reverse lay" be used? - Answers- A reverse lay is preferred for
supplying large volumes of water via ground monitor or manifolds.
When taking a hydrant, what is the first step in the evolution? - Answers- Visually check
for traffic prior to dismounting the apparatus.
, What are the major points to consider when inspecting Fire Hose. - Answers- 1)
Evidence of dirt / debris on the hose jacket or couplings.
2) Damage to the hose jacket.
3) Coupling loosened / damaged.
4) Obstructed swivel.
5) Missing / damaged gasket.
During hose inspections, what should you do if you notice that a piece of hose is
damaged or in need of maintenance? - Answers- If hose is damaged or has other
defects, inform Company Officer / Station Officer, tag with out-of-service tag, remove
from service until repaired and tested.
List potential problems found during fire hydrant inspections. - Answers- 1)
Obstructions around and inside hydrant.
2) Outlets facing the wrong direction.
3) Ground clearance issues.
4) Damage, rust / corrosion.
5) Missing / stuck caps.
6) Stem / operating nuts stuck / broken.
7) Damp ground around hydrant.
8) Improperly painted.
Car fire tactics - Answers- 1) Hose line between fire and exposures.
2) 45 degree angle for attack.
3) Try and position uphill and upwind for initial approach and attack.
4) Extinguish occupant compartment first. Issues "all clear", extinguish ground fire and
under vehicle, extinguish remaining fire.
Car fire hazards that may be encountered at a vehicle fire that may not be present in a
structure fire. - Answers- Alternative fuels (natural gas, Liquefied Petroleum Gas,
electric / hybrid, Ethanol, Methanol, Bio-diesel, Hydrogen)
Unstable vehicles, traffic considerations, water supply issues.
Responsibilities pertaining to your role as a firefighter when responding to an alarm. -
Answers- -Turnout time for emergent responses shall be expedient and no longer than
one hundred twenty seconds.
-The department aspires in a non-disaster situation, under current conditions of funding,
staffing and equipment, to respond to 90% of the emergency service calls within 7
minutes and 30 seconds from the time of dispatch.
-On-duty members working in Response Operations are responsible for keeping
themselves in a position to respond to all emergencies.
Where are the heat sensor labels found on RRFA ladders? - Answers- Located on the
inside of each beam of each section immediately below the second rung from the tip of
each section.
Describe how firefighters will be notified of a change of strategy. - Answers- A change in
strategy will be communicated over the radio.
- Clear Dispatch - Ask for Emergency Tones/Traffic
- Emergency Tones transmitted
- Announce to all hazard zone units:
Shifting to the Defensive Strategy
- All Units "Withdraw" or "Abandon" the structure
- All Units report PAR's upon exit
- Dispatch/Alarms repeats
- Emergency Traffic report, verbatim
List the events that may require a "roll call" to be conducted. - Answers- -Changing
from an offensive to a defensive operation.
-Missing or unaccounted for members.
-Sudden, unexpected events in the hazard zone.
-A mayday (depending on the circumstances).
-Anytime the IC deems it is necessary.
Who can request a "roll call"? - Answers- The IC must drive the roll-call to avoid
multiple units contacting him/her first. Unless a Unit DOES NOT have a PAR, they
should maintain radio silence until contacted by the IC to report their PAR.
Define the terms "Withdraw from the Structure". - Answers- an orderly withdrawal
where interior lines and equipment will be withdrawn and re-positioned/shut down when
changing to a defensive strategy.
Define the terms "Abandon the Structure". - Answers- an emergency retreat where all
hose lines and heavy equipment will be left in place and all members in the hazard zone
will exit the structure as quickly and as safely as possible.
RRFA master stream devices. - Answers- 1) Blitzfire (E312)
2) Master Stream
3) Aerial (E311)
What is a "reverse Lay" - Answers- A reverse lay involves dropping the supply line at
the fire location and laying supply line to the water source.
When would a "reverse lay" be used? - Answers- A reverse lay is preferred for
supplying large volumes of water via ground monitor or manifolds.
When taking a hydrant, what is the first step in the evolution? - Answers- Visually check
for traffic prior to dismounting the apparatus.
, What are the major points to consider when inspecting Fire Hose. - Answers- 1)
Evidence of dirt / debris on the hose jacket or couplings.
2) Damage to the hose jacket.
3) Coupling loosened / damaged.
4) Obstructed swivel.
5) Missing / damaged gasket.
During hose inspections, what should you do if you notice that a piece of hose is
damaged or in need of maintenance? - Answers- If hose is damaged or has other
defects, inform Company Officer / Station Officer, tag with out-of-service tag, remove
from service until repaired and tested.
List potential problems found during fire hydrant inspections. - Answers- 1)
Obstructions around and inside hydrant.
2) Outlets facing the wrong direction.
3) Ground clearance issues.
4) Damage, rust / corrosion.
5) Missing / stuck caps.
6) Stem / operating nuts stuck / broken.
7) Damp ground around hydrant.
8) Improperly painted.
Car fire tactics - Answers- 1) Hose line between fire and exposures.
2) 45 degree angle for attack.
3) Try and position uphill and upwind for initial approach and attack.
4) Extinguish occupant compartment first. Issues "all clear", extinguish ground fire and
under vehicle, extinguish remaining fire.
Car fire hazards that may be encountered at a vehicle fire that may not be present in a
structure fire. - Answers- Alternative fuels (natural gas, Liquefied Petroleum Gas,
electric / hybrid, Ethanol, Methanol, Bio-diesel, Hydrogen)
Unstable vehicles, traffic considerations, water supply issues.
Responsibilities pertaining to your role as a firefighter when responding to an alarm. -
Answers- -Turnout time for emergent responses shall be expedient and no longer than
one hundred twenty seconds.
-The department aspires in a non-disaster situation, under current conditions of funding,
staffing and equipment, to respond to 90% of the emergency service calls within 7
minutes and 30 seconds from the time of dispatch.
-On-duty members working in Response Operations are responsible for keeping
themselves in a position to respond to all emergencies.
Where are the heat sensor labels found on RRFA ladders? - Answers- Located on the
inside of each beam of each section immediately below the second rung from the tip of
each section.
