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What is/are the advantage(s) of the duplex radio system? - โ โ Greater range and elimination of self-interference Complete and accurate records should be maintained at communication centers for: - โ โ All of the responses The most important piece of information that the caller gives is: - โ โ the location of the emergency Information needed to determine the scope of emergency includes: - โ โ Incident location Incident/situation Time the incident occurred ALL THE ABOVE Reports of emergencies are commonly received by: - โ โ Conventional telephone The most common form of reporting emergencies is by using: - โ โ The telephone system Which of the following is/are important when striving for a professional approach when speaking on the radio - โ โ Be concise and to the point Keep gum and candy out of your mouth Avoid shouting
ALL OF THE ABOVE
Which of the following is NOT proper radio procedure for fire personnel? -transmit when the airwaves are clear -hold the radio/microphone one to tow inches from the mouth at a 45 degree angle -speak as you key the microphone to save time -think about what is going to be said prior to transmitting - โ โ Speak as you key the microphone during a fire, you hear another team call mayday, you should - โ โ stay off the radio and listen for instructions Before transmitting any information over the fire department radio, a fire fighter should - โ โ listen to be sure the channel is not being used In the incident management functional area responsible for providing facilities, services and materials necessary to support an incident is: - โ โ Logistics In the incident management system, the functional area responsible for all costs and financial aspects of an incident, especially at a large-scale, long-term incident, is: - โ โ Finance In the incident management system, the functional area that directs the organization's tactical operations to meet the strategic goals developed by command and is responsible for the management of all operations applicable to the primary mission is: - โ โ Operations
Making equipment safe is addressed by: - โ โ Selection Inspection and maintenance Application ALL OF THE ABOVE A fire ground management system that addresses procedures for controlling personnel, facilities, equipment, and communications and is designed to be expanded as needed is the: - โ โ Incident management system The coupling on the high pressure hose that is attached to an SCBA cylinder should be: - โ โ Hand tight When using positive pressure SCBA, a poor seal between the face piece and the firefighter's face is: - โ โ Dangerous, because it is still possible for toxic gases to enter the face piece All of the following are good practices when wearing self-contained breathing apparatus, except: -Working in pairs as a minimum -Checking face piece seal prior to connecting the breathing tube Turning the bypass valve on when entering the structure -Leaving a dangerous area immediately when the alarm sounds - โ โ Turning the bypass valve on when entering the structure The bypass valve on a self-contained breathing apparatus is used: - โ โ In emergency situations involving a malfunctioning regulator
Which of the following is considered to be a hazardous atmosphere encountered during fires? - โ โ Oxygen deficiency Elevated temperatures Smoke ALL OF THE ABOVE Which of the following statements regarding changes in SCBA is INCORRECT? -The weight of standard 30 minute SCBA has been reduced approximately 40% since 1980 -New regulation designs provide increased airflow and redundancy -All SCBA used or manufactured for fire department must not be positive pressure -Newer SCBA units have the PASS device incorporated in the unit - โ โ All SCBA used or manufactured for fire department must not be positive pressure When tightening the straps on a SCBA face piece, the ______ straps should always be tightened first. - โ โ Lower As the oxygen supply in any given area falls below _____ percent, unconsciousness can occur. - โ โ 9 The FIRST noticeable sign of oxygen deficiency are: - โ โ Increased respiratory rate and impaired muscular coordination
A firefighter is susceptible to poisoning or irritation from carbon monoxide through: - โ โ inhalation Which type of breathing apparatus recycles the users exhaled breath after removing carbon dioxide and adding supplement oxygen? - โ โ Closed-circuit What are the two general types of self-contained breathing apparatus?
- โ โ open-circuit and closed-circuit On breathing apparatus equipped with a low pressure hose, the low- pressure hose brings air from the: - โ โ Regulator to the face piece Which of the following is NOT a component of an open-circuit breathing apparatus? - โ โ oxygen cylinder Limitations affecting a firefighter's ability to use SCBA effectively are: - โ โ Physical Medical Mental ALL OF THE ABOVE When filling an SCBA cylinder, the cylinder must be - โ โ Placed in a fragmentation containment or other shielded device PASS is an acronym for __________ Safety System. - โ โ Personal Alert An advantage of a face piece nosecup is that it: - โ โ Helps control internal fogging
Inhaled toxic gases can directly cause: - โ โ disease of the lung tissue SCBA should be used: - โ โ Around hazardous materials During overhaul of fire scenes At confined space rescues ALL OF THE ABOVE Which of the body's systems is most vulnerable to injury from the toxic conditions and gases encountered during firefighting operations? - โ โ Respiratory Atmospheres are classified as oxygen deficient when they fall below __________ percent oxygen. - โ โ 19. Toxic substances found in smoke include: - โ โ Carbon monoxide Carbon dioxide Tar ALL OF THE ABOVE Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of carbon monoxide? -it is produced by incomplete combustion -it displaces oxygen on the blood stream -it has a sharp pungent odor -it's IDLH is 1200 to 1500 ppm - โ โ It has a sharp pungent odor
-in a closed circuit SCBA, exhaled air stays in the system for filtering, cleaning, and circulation -the closed circuit type is commonly used for structural fire fighting -SCBAs for fire service use are designed and built in accordance with NIOSH and NFPA standards - โ โ The closed-circuit type is commonly used for structural fire fighting Which of the following is NOT one of the four basic components of SCBA? -face piece assembly -backpack and harness -regulator -voice box - โ โ Voice box SCBA cylinders for fire service use are made out of all the following materials EXCEPT: -aluminum -Kevlar composite -brass -carbon fiber composite - โ โ Brass Hoop-wrapped and kevlar/carbon composite cylinders must be hydrostatically tested every __________ years. - โ โ 3
Hydrostatic testing of cylinders is done to ensure that cylinders: - โ โ Are capable of withstanding their rated pressure, capacity, and stress created when the cylinders are being filled What's the FIRST step a firefighter should take if their SCBA becomes damaged or malfunctions? - โ โ Remain calm and rely on previous training Firefighters must be fit tested _______ to ensure they are using the proper size face piece. - โ โ Annually What is the FIRST step a firefighter should perform before donning the SCBA? - โ โ check the air supply of the SCBA unit Firefighters should practice reduced profile maneuvers withSCBA, but they must realize that this procedure: - โ โ Should be used as a last resort for an emergency escape from a hostile environment Which of the following is NOT a safety practice when riding on an apparatus? -riding in a fully enclosed cab -dressing while the apparatus is in motion -being seated with seat belts fastened -not standing in the apparatus - โ โ Dressing while the apparatus is in motion Wearing clothing that is NOT dry: - โ โ Can lead to reduced thermal resistance and burns
-thermal protection -protection from puncture -protection from scrapes and cuts -reduced dexterity - โ โ Reduced dexterity To improve dexterity with gloves, be sure to have a good fit and: - โ โ Practice with the gloves Which of the following statements regarding a work uniform is incorrect? - โ โ A uniform that meets NFPA standards is designed to protect the wearer in IDLH atmospheres. The biggest disadvantage of the common rubber boot used in structural firefighting is that it: - โ โ Has a sloppy fit Which of the following statements is incorrect? -goggles, safety glasses, and wrap-around shields are forms of eye protection -proximity PPE shields are are coated to create a mirrored surface -an SCBA face shield can provide primary eye protection -a structural helmet face shield can provide primary eye protection - โ โ A structural helmet face shield can provide primary eye protection How long does it take for the PASS device to alarm if the wearer becomes inactive? - โ โ 30 seconds
A simple problem in using the non-integrated PASS devices is that it has contributed to numerous firefighter fatalities due to: - โ โ Forgetting to turn on the unit All of the following concerning downed power lines are correct except: -downed power lines should be considered energized until the power company confirms it is dead. -secure the area around the power line and keep the public at a safe distance -never drive fire apparatus over a downed power line -it is acceptable to drive apparatus over a downed power line because the rubber in the tires acts as an insulator - โ โ It is acceptable to drive apparatus over a downed power line because the rubber in the tires acts as an insulator When climbing a ladder, a firefighter's eyes should be directed: - โ โ Forward and occasionally upward The fire service must be aware that synthetic materials used in buildings: - โ โ Produce large amounts of toxic gas when burned After the face piece, low-pressure hose, and exhalation valve have been properly washed and disinfected, they should be: - โ โ Air dried in a clean area Following each face piece of a breathing apparatus should be cleaned by: - โ โ Washing with a mixture of warm water and approved disinfectant
-transmission of local forest fire danger notice - โ โ Emergency traffic from a unit working at a fire or rescue All fire department radio operations must follow rules of the: - โ โ Federal Communications Commission FCC Which of the following is NOT identified as an alerting system for a staffed fire station? -vocal alarm -fax machine -computerized line printer -radio with alert tone - โ โ Fax machine Prearrival instructions can be defined as: - โ โ self-help instructions intended to enhance the overall safety of the citizen until first responders arrive on the scene All of the following are considered valuable characteristics or traits for a person who receives emergency calls except: -the ability to perform multiple tasks -an inability to retain composure -the ability to remember details and recall information easily -the ability to exercise voice control - โ โ An inability to retain composure
Which radio system uses computer processors that makes the most efficient use of the radio spectrum? - โ โ Multi-site trunking systems Computer-aided dispatch (CAD) can be defined as a(n): - โ โ a computer-based, automated system that assists the telecommunicator in assessing dispatch information and recommends responses. When receiving reports of emergencies by telephone, the individual should always speak: - โ โ clearly, slowly, and with good volume When speaking to the public, the individual receiving the call should: - โ โ Use plain everyday language With regard to all incomplete calls, the individual receiving the call should: - โ โ Diligently follow up on all incomplete calls In fire departments that have access to multiple radio channels, fire ground operations should be: - โ โ Assigned a separate channel dedicated for use on that scene only What is the largest difference between basic 911 and enhanced 911? - โ โ Enhanced systems have the capability to provide the caller's telephone number and address. Which of the following is NOT one of the advantages of cellular phones on reporting emergencies? - โ โ Callers are more likely to know exact location The primary disadvantage of the simplex radio system is the - โ โ Limited range and interference between multiple units in same system
The person ultimately responsible for the operation and administration of the fire department is the: - โ โ Fire chief In all fire departments, training must: - โ โ Be a continuing function Which of the following terms DOES NOT 'relate to fire and emergency operations? - โ โ Bylaws What is/are the rule(s) for developing standard operating procedures (SOPs)? - โ โ Firefighter safety is the first consideration for all procedures SOPs should be brief, clear, and concise If an SOP doesn't work, change it ALL OF THE ABOVE Why have many departments adopted SOGs in lieu of SOPs? - โ โ Guidelines are more flexible and useable by line officers The chain of command: - โ โ Is the pathway of responsibility from the highest level of the department to the lowest. __________ related to the number of personnel an individual can effectively supervise. - โ โ span of control Which of the following is NOT considered one of the basic tasks of the ladder company crew? - โ โ Advancing hose lines to extinguish the fire An attack that uses the steam generating techniques of a ceiling-level attack, along with application of the fire stream on a material burning
near the floor level, is know as a(n) _______ attack - โ โ Combination Firefighters should treat all downed wires as: - โ โ energized Which of the following statements regarding preparing for an inspection visit is incorrect? - โ โ Inspections are performed around firefighting schedules and not the schedule of the business owner NFPA 1001 is the: - โ โ Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications OSHA may establish regulations governing fire department activities such as - โ โ health, safety A common factor with regard to recent multiple fire fighter deaths at emergency incidents is: - โ โ The lack of an organized, effective common structure The leading type of death-producing injury in the fire service is: - โ โ Heart attack What is the leading cause of firefighter injuries? - โ โ Overexertion and strain How does OSHA look at NFPA standards when addressing issues NOT directly covered by the CFRs? - โ โ NFPA standards are viewed as guidelines. Which of the following topics is NOT covered by NFPA 1500? - โ โ Budgeting requirements
