Career Exploration
What is a career profile?
A summary of a career including duties, education, certifications, and skills.
Who is usually in charge of a fire department?
Fire Chief
What does PPE stand for?
Personal Protective Equipment
What does ROAM help firefighters manage?
Air Supply
What is an arrival report?
The first report given by the first arriving unit describing conditions and actions
What is critical incident stress?
Emotional, mental, and physical stress after a traumatic event
Name one career in fire or emergency services.
Firefighter, EMT, paramedic, dispatcher, fire inspector, police officer, etc.
What type of department uses unpaid firefighters?
Volunteer fire department
What is turnout gear/ Bunker gear?
Protective clothing worn by firefighters
Name one toxic respiratory hazard.
Carbon monoxide, hydrogen cyanide, chemical gases
What does PAR stand for?
Personnel Accountability Report
Name one healthy coping strategy.
Exercise, peer support, counseling, sleep, talking to others
What does NFPA stand for?
National Fire Protection Association
What does OSHA stand For?
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
What is the purpose of an SCBA?
To provide breathable air in hazardous environments
Name one non-toxic respiratory hazard.
Smoke, steam, dust
When is a progress report given?
During operations to give updates
Name one unhealthy coping strategy.
Substance abuse, isolation, ignoring stress
Name two professional traits important in emergency services.
Leadership, teamwork, communication, time management, responsibility, etc.
What is the purpose of NFPA 1500?
To improve firefighter health and safety standards
What does a PASS device do?
Alerts others if a firefighter stops moving
What oxygen percentage is considered normal?
21%
What information is included in a Mayday LUNAR report?
Location, Unit, Name, Assignment/Air, Resources needed
Why is early intervention important for stress management?
Prevents long-term mental health problems
What is one educational pathway to becoming a firefighter?
High school → fire science training → academy → certifications → employment
Give one example of a fireground safety regulation.
Wearing PPE, using SCBA, crew accountability, following SOPs, etc.
Name one limitation of SCBA.
Limited air supply, bulky, heavy, requires training, etc.
Name one sign of oxygen deficiency.
Dizziness, confusion, rapid breathing, poor decision-making, unconsciousness
Why is communication important on the fireground?
Improves safety, accountability, coordination, and incident control
Name one risk firefighters face during emergencies.
Burns, collapse, smoke inhalation, emotional trauma, toxic exposure