Samenvattingen Essentials of Fire Fighting

IFSTA 7th EDITION ALL CHAPTERS The formal line of authority, responsibility, and communication within an organization - ANSWER chain of command (P. 14) When an employee reports directly to just one supervisor. - ANSWER Unity of Command (P. 14) Span of Control - ANSWER ...

IFSTA 7TH Edition Chapter 10 Which condition specific to search and rescue operations should be communicated to crew members and/or your supervisor? A. Wind direction and speed B. Names of victims or occupants C. Building's construction classification D. Known locations of victims or occupants - ANSWER D. Known locations of victims or occupants 2. Which basic firefighting skill serves as an essential survival ski...

IFSTA 7th Edition - Chapter 15: Overhaul, property conservation, and scene preservation Overhaul operation include: - ANSWER searching for hidden fires Which tools are used to open walls and floors during overhaul? - ANSWER axes During overhaul, prying tools can be used to: - ANSWER remove baseboards and window frames Which hazard are firefighters lik...

IFSTA 7th Edition Chapter Test 14 When firefighters apply water to the hot gas layer in a compartment, it will: (670) [4.3.10] increase the potential for flashover. increase the radiant heat flux from the upper layer. reduce the radiant heat flux from the upper layer. push fire into adjacent rooms. - ANSWER reduce the radiant heat flux from the upper layer. What can happen if excess steam is produced inside the structure as a result of applyi...

These notes cover the SCFA 1156 Fundamentals and firefighter 1 certifications course exam.

What organization formed in 1896 develops codes and standards to ensure fire and life safety for the public? - Answer D. NFPA What type of company is responsible for forcible entry? - Answer A. Truck company Which of the following is a minimum requirement for protective clothing and equipment as established by NFPA 1500? - Answer C. Protective equipment must meet current NFPA design standard. According to NFPA 1500 emergency operations are limited to - Answer B. those that can b...

A department type is determined by how: A.an organization is staffed. B.an organization is funded. C.firefighters can raise money. D.lawmakers can raise money. - Answer B. an organization is funded p.23 What type of company protects structures in the wildland/urban interface? A.Truck company B.Brush company C.Engine company D.Special rescue company - Answer B. Brush Company p. 26 Which of the following organizations may be an agency of the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ)...

The mission of the fire service is usually mandated by law or ordinance enacted by the: - Answer Authority having juristiction. A fire department that provides a varitey of public services such as fire suppression and emergency medical services in a coordinated manner is employing a(an)________ approach. - Answer All-hazard concept What is the most common type of fire department organizational structure? - Answer Scalar Organization (based on rank). Which fire department principle...

What is the overall mission of the fire service? - To save live and to protect property and the environment from fires and hazardous situations. How are fire departments organized? - Most common is Scalar, defined as having uninterrupted series of steps. Decisions and information are directed from the top(fire chief) to the organizational structure. Fig 1.2 What specialized Jobs and divisions exist within the fire service? - 1.Fire apparatus operator/driver 2.Hazardous Materials (Haz mat) 3.Resc...

IFSTA 7th Edition: Chapter 1 Study guide. The mission of the fire service is usually mandated by law or ordinance enacted by the: - ANSWER Authority having juristiction. A fire department that provides a varitey of public services such as fire suppression and emergency medical services in a coordinated manner is employing a(an)________ approach. - ANSWER All-hazard concept What is the most common typ...

What is the overall mission of the fire service? - To save live and to protect property and the environment from fires and hazardous situations. How are fire departments organized? - Most common is Scalar, defined as having uninterrupted series of steps. Decisions and information are directed from the top(fire chief) to the organizational structure. Fig 1.2 What specialized Jobs and divisions exist within the fire service? - 1.Fire apparatus operator/driver 2.Hazardous Materials (Haz mat) 3.Resc...

IFSTA 7th EDITION ALL CHAPTERS The formal line of authority, responsibility, and communication within an organization - ANSWER chain of command (P. 14) When an employee reports directly to just one supervisor. - ANSWER Unity of Command (P. 14) Span of Control - ANSWER ...

IFSTA 7TH Edition Chapter 10 Which condition specific to search and rescue operations should be communicated to crew members and/or your supervisor? A. Wind direction and speed B. Names of victims or occupants C. Building's construction classification D. Known locations of victims or occupants - ANSWER D. Known locations of victims or occupants 2. Which basic firefighting skill serves as an essential survival ski...

IFSTA 7th Edition Chapter Test 14 When firefighters apply water to the hot gas layer in a compartment, it will: (670) [4.3.10] increase the potential for flashover. increase the radiant heat flux from the upper layer. reduce the radiant heat flux from the upper layer. push fire into adjacent rooms. - ANSWER reduce the radiant heat flux from the upper layer. What can happen if excess steam is produced inside the structure as a result of applyi...

IFSTA 7th Edition - Chapter 15: Overhaul, property conservation, and scene preservation Overhaul operation include: - ANSWER searching for hidden fires Which tools are used to open walls and floors during overhaul? - ANSWER axes During overhaul, prying tools can be used to: - ANSWER remove baseboards and window frames Which hazard are firefighters lik...

IFSTA 7th Edition Chapter Test 5 Which piece of PPE can provide a secondary layer of eye protection in addition to an SCBA facepiece? (183) [4.1.1, 4.3.2, 4.3.3] A. Fusee B. Neck shroud C. Protective hood D. Helmet faceshield - ANSWER D. Helmet faceshield What is a function of station and work uniforms? (184) [4.1.1, 4.3.2] A. Provide respiratory protection B. Protect wearer from hazardous materials C. Provide...

IFSTA 7th Edition: Chapter 1 Study guide. The mission of the fire service is usually mandated by law or ordinance enacted by the: - ANSWER Authority having juristiction. A fire department that provides a varitey of public services such as fire suppression and emergency medical services in a coordinated manner is employing a(an)________ approach. - ANSWER All-hazard concept What is the most common typ...

What organization formed in 1896 develops codes and standards to ensure fire and life safety for the public? - Answer D. NFPA What type of company is responsible for forcible entry? - Answer A. Truck company Which of the following is a minimum requirement for protective clothing and equipment as established by NFPA 1500? - Answer C. Protective equipment must meet current NFPA design standard. According to NFPA 1500 emergency operations are limited to - Answer B. those that can b...

A department type is determined by how: A.an organization is staffed. B.an organization is funded. C.firefighters can raise money. D.lawmakers can raise money. - Answer B. an organization is funded p.23 What type of company protects structures in the wildland/urban interface? A.Truck company B.Brush company C.Engine company D.Special rescue company - Answer B. Brush Company p. 26 Which of the following organizations may be an agency of the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ)...