Fire History
What is the organizational principle that refers to the concept that a person can report to only one supervisor?
Unity of Command
These two tools combined together make up "The Irons" (Be specific)
Flat headed axe and Halligan
What is another term for fire pants?
Bunkers
Glass
What is the most important thing to consider before performing extrication in an active roadway?
Scene safety
What is the mission of the fire service?
To save lives and property
What are the two most important tools needed to perform vertical ventilation?
Powered saw and hook/pole
True or Faulse???????Federal OSHA regulations apply to only federal employees who fight fires and to private sector employees who fight fires.
True
Type I
How are the pillars on a vehicle labeled?
A,B,C... pillars
What year was the IAFF formed?
1918
What is the most important thing to consider when selecting a tool for a task?
Right tool for the right job
What NFPA Regulation requires all firefighters to ride in a seat within a cab and have their seatbelts fastened?
NFPA 1500
What type of building construction has a fire-resistance rating on all parts of the structure including exterior and interior load-bearing walls and building materials
Type II
How many pillars would be on a large pickup truck
What fire was also going on at the same time as The Great Chicago Fire
The Peshtigo Fire
What is the most common type of hook in the fire service?
New York Hook
What is it called when you lose focus on the big picture of the situation and focus in only one thing? This could be potentially dangerous
Lack of situational awareness
What is the maximum heat that can be produced if all the combustible materials in a given area burn is referred to as?
Fire load
What are the 3 most common powered vehicle extrication tools?
Spreaders, cutters, and ram
Where does FIRESCOPE originate from?
Who invented the Halligan? Bonus 100 points for why it was invented.
Hugh Halligan
At what temperature does your SCBA face piece begin to fail?
What is an inorganic product from which plaster and wallboards are constructed?
Gypsum
What type of vehicle requires extra caution during extrication or fires?
Electric/Hybrid