HAZMAT
At a hazardous materials incident at a national park, water treatment facility, or mass transit station, responders should: (247-248) [7.2.1, 7.3.1]
a.not respond to these incidents and call the national agency designated to fight terrorism.
b.proceed as usual and concentrate on identifying the hazardous material.
c.scrutinize reported incidents closely for potential terrorist involvement.
d.assume a large-scale terrorist attack and alert the media.
c.scrutinize reported incidents closely for potential terrorist involvement.
In which situation would the IC likely communicate the need for a transition from a defensive strategy to an offensive strategy? (40) [7.2.2]
a.An emergency evacuation is necessary.
b.There are not enough personnel on the scene when starting out.
c.Firefighters cannot use fire streams at the scene.
d.Conditions in a structure deteriorate rapidly and unexpectedly.
b.There are not enough personnel on the scene when starting out
Flat or tubular webbing that is used in the fire service is: (308) [6.3.20]
a.not commonly used for rescue applications.
b.not required to meet any NFPA standards.
c.intended for utility purposes only.
d.made of the same materials used for synthetic rope.
d.made of the same materials used for synthetic rope.
Which statement is true of flame detectors? (249) [7.5.3]
Question 6Answer
a.They are NOT affected by natural light sources, such as sunlight.
b.They should NOT be installed in fully enclosed areas.
c.They are usually in areas where other light sources are unlikely.
d.They respond to fires much more slowly than other types of detectors.
c.They are usually in areas where other light sources are unlikely.
How does a nonhydraulic jack differ from a hydraulic jack? (99) [7.4.1, 7.4.2]
a.A nonhydraulic jack is much less powerful than a hydraulic jack.
b.A nonhydraulic jack is much more stable than a hydraulic jack.
c.A nonhydraulic jack is much more powerful than a hydraulic jack.
d.A nonhydraulic jack is designed for heavy lifting, while a hydraulic jack is designed for stabilization.
a.A nonhydraulic jack is much less powerful than a hydraulic jack.
What is a responsibility of Operations Level Responders with Mission-Specific detection, monitoring, and sampling training? (457) [9.7.1]
a.Write protocols for field testing approved detection, monitoring, and sampling equipment
b.Read, interpret, and document readings from detection, monitoring, and sampling equipment
c.Develop AHJ standards for utilization of detection, monitoring, and sampling equipment
d.Evaluate required reports and supporting documentation for detection, monitoring, and sampling operations
b.Read, interpret, and document readings from detection, monitoring, and sampling equipment
Fixed-temperature heat detectors activate when: (247) [7.5.3]
a.they detect a faster than normal rise in temperature.
b.they are heated to the temperature for which they are rated.
c.there is a flame detected in an area.
d.there are gases in the air produced by hostile fires.
b.they are heated to the temperature for which they are rated.
In general, a residential story averages about: (349) [6.3.6]
a.10 feet (3 m).
b.12 feet (4 m).
c.15 feet (4.5 m).
d.5 feet (1.5 m).
a.10 feet (3 m).
Operations-Level Responders sort recovered victims for medical triage priority in the _____ zone at the hazardous material incident. (550) [9.8.1]
a.cold
b.staging
c.warm
d.hot
a.cold
When conducting an interior examination of a structure fire, work from the: (183) [7.3.5]
a.area of greatest damage to the area of least damage.
b.area of least damage to the area of greatest damage.
c.floor to the ceiling.
d.ceiling to the floor.
b.area of least damage to the area of greatest damage.
Decontamination for tactical scenarios is based upon: (604) [9.9.1]
a.a rapid deployment.
b.the level of knowledge and training of the responders.
c.the amount of water needed.
d.a slow, methodical approach.
a.a rapid deployment.
When dealing with smaller electrical fires in computer equipment, firefighters should isolate the power source first then: (46) [7.3.2]
Question 22Answer
a.let the fire burn itself out.
b.extinguish the fire with Class C extinguishing agents.
c.wait for a technician to arrive.
d.extinguish the fire with water or water-based agents.
b.extinguish the fire with Class C extinguishing agents.
What is the recommended extinguishing agent for batteries in electric and hybrid vehicles? (719) [6.3.7]
a.Water or foam
b.Carbon dioxide
c.Dry chemical
d.Clean agent
a.Water or foam
The formation and distribution of designer drugs: (590) [9.9.1]
a.is easier and cheaper than other types of drugs.
b.requires relatively sophisticated equipment and chemistry knowledge.
c.can be almost anywhere as they require no specialized equipment.
d.is the most common type of illicit drug distribution today.
b.requires relatively sophisticated equipment and chemistry knowledge.
What allows firefighters to enter a building to fight a fire without first securing a warrant? (561) [9.5.1]
a.Public safety samples
b.Extenuating circumstances
c.Cost benefit analysis
d.Exigent circumstances
d.Exigent circumstances
At what type of hazardous materials incident would you be most likely to select a NFPA Class 2 (OSHA/EPA Level B) ensemble? (471) [9.7.1]
a.Plasma
b.Liquids
c.Solids
d.Gases
b.Liquids
An upright sprinkler is designed to: (252) [7.5.3]
a.deflect the spray of water downward in a hemispherical pattern.
b.discharge most of its water to one side of a room.
c.deflect the spray of water toward the ceiling.
d.break the pattern of water into a circular pattern of small water droplets
a.deflect the spray of water downward in a hemispherical pattern.
Inspecting extension ladders includes checking that the: (343) [6.5.1]
a.pawl assemblies do not move in and out freely.
b.fly sections move freely.
c.halyard does not have water damage.
d.halyard cable is loose when in the bedded position.
b.fly sections move freely.
When using hand tools to force entry through wood frame walls, it is safest to strike and make cuts: (428) [6.3.4]
a.in the middle of the wall first.
b.at one corner of the wall first.
c.toward the center of the opening you want to make first.
d.at each of the corners first and then work towards the center.
c.toward the center of the opening you want to make first.
Once the Incident Action Plan is established and resources are committed, it is necessary to: (288) [7.3.1]
a.assess its effectiveness.
b.terminate the incident.
c.change the command structure.
d.perform decon on personnel.
a.assess its effectiveness.
Repeat exposure to sounds greater than _____ decibels can cause structural damage to the inner ear resulting in hearing loss or tinnitus. (359) [9.2.1]
a.85
b.40
c.20
d.65
a.85
To prevent reignition of a liquid fuel fire after foam has been applied, do NOT: (157) [7.3.1]
a.apply more foam than necessary for extinguishment.
b.let the foam sit for more 10 minutes without applying more fresh foam.
c.apply more foam once the surface has been covered.
d.strike the foam blanket with a straight or solid stream.
d.strike the foam blanket with a straight or solid stream.
In which search method does the leader remain at a fixed point, such as a door, wall, or hoseline, while team members spread out through a room to complete a search? (468) [6.3.9]
a.VEIS method
b.Oriented-search method
c.Secondary search method
d.Wide area search method
b.Oriented-search method
Atmosphere-supplying respirators (ASRs): (217) [6.3.2]
a.are the least common type of respiratory protection you will use in the fire service.
b.only filter particulates out of the surrounding air.
c.are NOT recommended for fire fighting operations.
d.provide breathable air when working in oxygen-deficient, toxic, or gas-filled atmospheres.
d.provide breathable air when working in oxygen-deficient, toxic, or gas-filled atmospheres.
Removing the doors and roof from a unibody construction vehicle: (125) [7.4.1]
a.is the most efficient way to reach a trapped victim.
b.involves cutting into the seat belt pretensioners and side air bags.
c.can seriously compromise its structural integrity.
d.should only be done as a last resort.
c.can seriously compromise its structural integrity.