2. In responding to a call of "a person or persons stuck in an elevator", which type of firefighting apparatus would be best suited to handle this type of service request?
A battalion chief response vehicle.
A fire extinguisher.
A fire truck.
An emergency medical service ambulance.
firetruck
What is a "charged hose"?Hint
An extension used to lengthen a fire line.
A damaged or leaking fire hose.
A pressurized fire hose ready for use.
A hose that is connected to a fire hydrant.
pressurized hose ready for use
ladder truck
chief truck
what color are the lights on firetrucks
Red, Red and Blue depending on State
in referencing firefighting apparatus, fire service professionals are generally comfortable in using the terms 'fire truck' and 'fire engine' interchangeably.
True
False
fasle
Many fire departments utilize a piece of fire apparatus known as a "quint" truck. What is a quint truck?Hint
A fire vehicle that can serve as both an engine and a truck.
A truck with high powered spotlights that can illuminate a fire scene.
A fire department vehicle primarily used as a rescue vehicle.
A fire department vehicle used as a mobile command post.
a fire vehicle that can serve both as engine and truck
tower ladder truck
service truck
what color are firetrucks?
EVERY COLOR!!!!!!!!!! LOL:)
What is the primary purpose for the "Hurst tool"?Hint
Rescue extrication tool
Blocks used to secure parked fire vehicles.
Use to cut holes into the roof of a burning building.
Used as a stretcher to removed injured persons.
rescue extrication tool
What is a "tiller" truck?Hint
A truck primarily used as a rescue vehicle (squad).
A four-wheel drive truck used primarily in rural areas.
A long truck with a telescoping ladder.
A truck used primarily to transport water or flame resistant foam.
a long truck with a telescoping ladder
tiller truck
brush truck
how does the firetruck make noise?
siren:)
During the fire season in Southern California, the "super scooper" is a familiar sight in fighting large brush fires. What is a "super scooper"?Hint
A vehicle used to spray fire flame retardant.
A large truck capable of spraying water.
A firefighting fixed wing aircraft.
A drill used to tap into underground water supplies.
firefighting fixed wing aircraft
A "pass device" is an essential part of firefighters' equipment. What is a pass device?Hint
A universal key used to open fire hydrants.
An emergency warning device worn by firefighters.
A personal walkie-talkie radio assigned to each firefighter.
A self contained breathing apparatus used inside a burning structure.
an emergency warning device worn by firefighters
rescue truck
arff truck
what goes HONKKKKKKKKKK on a firetruck
A fire department "FAST" team can often be found at the scene of a structure fire. What is the primary function of a "FAST" team?Hint
To operate and monitor water pressure gages on fire apparatus.
Rapid response to a fire incident to initiate fire suppression.
To stand by for rescue of firefighters inside structures.
To open the roof of a burning structure for ventilation.
to stand by for rescue of firefighters inside structures
a tool used for cutting roofs
chain saw and K12
engine
tanker
why do firetrucks make noise?
TO TELL PEOPLE TO GET OUT THE WAYYYYYYYYYY:) LOL