Firefighter 1 Final Test, Firefighter 1, Fire 1 Test Prep Part 3
When rescuing an unconscious child or small adult from a window, two firefighters are typically involved in the operation. One firefighter enters the window to assess and prepare the victim, while the second remains outside to help safely guide the victim out.
Soft sleeve intake hose is used for
Answer: transferring water from a hydrant to an apparatus
Key Terms
Soft sleeve intake hose is used for
Answer: transferring water from a hydrant to an apparatus
Tenders combined with what can efficiently provide large volumes of water to a fire ground operation.
Answer: portable water tanks
The two major hydrant types are
Answer: Wet-barrel and Dry-barrel
Residual pressure
Answer: Pressure remaining in the system after water has begun flowing
Ona dry-barrel hydrant, the valve that controls water flow to all outlets is located where
Answer: at the base of the hydrant
All portable extinguishers are classified according to their
Answer: intended use
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Term | Definition |
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Soft sleeve intake hose is used for | Answer: transferring water from a hydrant to an apparatus |
Tenders combined with what can efficiently provide large volumes of water to a fire ground operation. | Answer: portable water tanks |
The two major hydrant types are | Answer: Wet-barrel and Dry-barrel |
Residual pressure | Answer: Pressure remaining in the system after water has begun flowing |
Ona dry-barrel hydrant, the valve that controls water flow to all outlets is located where | Answer: at the base of the hydrant |
All portable extinguishers are classified according to their | Answer: intended use |
A dry chemical extinguiser rated 60-B is capable of extinguishing what | Answer: a 60 square foot flammable liquid pan fire |
Extinguishing agents safe for use on fires in or near energized electrical equipment include | Answer: carbon dioxide and dry chemical |
A green triangle containing a letter would indicate an extinguisher to be used what what class fires | Answer: Class A |
Extinguishers suitable for Class A fires can be identified by a ____ containing the letter A. What color should it be | Answer: Triangle, Green |
Extinguishers suitable for Class C fires can be identified by a what? | Answer: blue circle containing letter C |
Extinguishers suitable for Class D fires can be identified by a what? | Answer: a yellow star containing letter D |
What class fires involve combustible metals such as magnesium, titanium, zirconium, sodium, and potassium | Answer: Class D |
a carbon dioxide extinguisher's means of discharge is | Answer: stored liquefied compressed gas |
a pump tank extinguisher rated as 4-A can be expected to extinguish approximately how much more fire as a 2-A rated one | Answer: twice |
A dry chemical fire extinguisher rated as 10-B should be capable of extinguishing how much more as a 1-B rated one | Answer: 10 times |
What injury could occur by placing your hand on the horn of a CO2 extinguisher while discharging | Answer: Cold can freeze the skin |
Class K fires involve | Answer: High temperature cooking oils, such as vegetable or animal oils and fats. |
Cold temperatures would have the greatest effect on what type of extinguishing agents stored in an extinguisher | Answer: water based agent |
Regular dry chemicals (sodium bicarbonate-based and potassium-based) work on __________ fires. | Answer: Classes B and C |
The acronym for the four step process for proper use of fire extinguishers is | Answer: PASS |
What is the term for water-soluble flammable liquids such as alcohols, acetone, and others? | Answer: Polar solvents |
FFs should treat all downed wires as | Answer: energized |
Worn, damaged, and deteriorated parts of a SCBA must be replaced according to | Answer: manufacturers instructions |
Composite SCBA cylinders must be hydrostatically tested every: | Answer: 3 years |
Steel and aluminum cylinders for breathing apparatus should be hydrostatically tested after each ____ year period | Answer: five |
When inspecting kernmantle rope for damage, one can assume | Answer: the rope's core can be damaged without showing evidence of outer sheath damage |
To clean or remove any oily or greasy residues from a metal ground ladder, it is recommended to use | Answer: clear water and an approved detergent |
It is permissible to use paint on a fire department ladder to do what | Answer: to mark the ladder ends for visability |
When loading the fire house, what serves to change the direction of the hose and can also change the location of a coupling | Answer: Dutchman |
Which coupling goes on the inside of a straight hose roll? | Answer: The male |
What are Standard Operating Procedures | Answer: detailed, written instructions to achieve uniformity of the performance of a specific function. |
The plan or written document for tactical operations is known as a departments, what? | Answer: Standard Operating Procedures/Standard Operating Guidelines |
In the Incident Command System (ICS), the functional area responsible for providing facilities, services, and materials necessary to support an incident is... | Answer: Logistics |
The primary role of a fire alarm is to | Answer: alert occupants |
What is the term for locations from which an engine can draft out of a static water supply source? | Answer: Drafting/fill sites |
Fire service rope falls into two use classifications: | Answer: life safety and utility |
The primary use of the clove hitch is to | Answer: attach a rope to a round object such as a pike pole |
How should a pike pole be hoisted | Answer: point up |
What are the stage phases of fire development | Answer: incipient/ignition, growth, fully developed, decay |
Which staps on a SCBA should always be tightened first | Answer: the lower/waist straps |
PASS devices are designed to assist rescuers attempting to? | Answer: locate trapped FFs |
What are the two general types of SCBA | Answer: open-circuit and closed-circuit |
Failure to wear your PPE can lead to? | Answer: injury |
The K-tool is used in conjunction with what tool | Answer: Halligan tool |
Panel, slab, and ledge are all types of _________ doors? | Answer: wood swinging |
At what psi are solid stream handlines designed to be operated at? | Answer: 90 psi |
What type of carry can be used on a conscious patient | Answer: the seat carry |
When dragging a patient they should always be dragged | Answer: head first |
Where is the standpipe connection generally located in a multistory building | Answer: the stairwell |
What is the primary function of smoke ejectors or exhaust fans | Answer: remove heat and smoke |
NFPA 1001 is the | Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications |