Fire Weather
Safety
Tactical
Miscellaneous
100
This Acronym is used in the fire weather forecast for describing the forecasted amount of lightning.
What is LAL
100
What does LCES stand for?
What is Lookouts, Communications, Escape Routes, Safety Zones.
100
Name 2 methods of attacking a wildland fire.
What is Direct and Indirect attack.
100
What does the acronym VLAT stand for?
What is Very Large Air Tanker
200
These clouds are an indicator of thunderstorm development.
What is Cumulous
200
What is the main difference between a Safety Zone and a Deployment Zone?
What is A Safety Zone is survivable without a fire shelter.
200
What is the proper fuel mixture for a Mark III pump?
What is 24:1
200
Who must be notified during fire season when your availability changes?
Who are Monte, Ric and Chris
300
General winds are forecasted at what distance above ground level?
What is 20 feet
300
What do the first 3 Fire Orders refer to?
What is Fire Behavior
300
According to NWCG what is the water capacity range for a Type 6 engine?
What is 150-400 gallons.
300
What is the maximum weight for a firefighters personal gear and fireline gear?
What is 65 lbs.
400
A haines index of 6 would indicate what type of potential for fire growth?
What is High Potential
400
What are the 2 main functions of a fire shelter?
What is to reflect radiant heat and provide cool breathable air.
400
Geographic points or specific conditions , that when met, may require resources to disengage the fire are called this?
What are Trigger Points
400
What form is required when requesting supplies from the Supply Unit?
What is a General Message Form.
500
How long must you spin the sling psychrometer to achieve an accurate reading?
What is until you get the lowest possible reading from the wet bulb temperature.
500
What is the 30/30 rule for Thunderstorms?
What is What is If you see lightning and hear thunder in less than 30 seconds, seek shelter. Do not resume work for 30 minutes after storm has passed.
500
What will you gain through the use of 2 suction hoses instead of 1?
What is Gallons Per Minute (GPM)
500
What are the 4 National Weather Service Forecast Offices that serve MD?
What is Pittsburgh, PA, Sterling, VA, Mt. Holly, NJ, Wakefield, VA
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