IFSTA 7th Edition: Chapter 1 Study Guide with Complete Solutions
97 views 0 purchase
Course
IFSTA
Institution
IFSTA
IFSTA 7th Edition: Chapter 1 Study Guide with Complete Solutions IFSTA 7th Edition: Chapter 1 Study Guide with Complete Solutions IFSTA 7th Edition: Chapter 1 Study Guide with Complete Solutions IFSTA 7th Edition: Chapter 1 Study Guide with Complete Solutions The mission of the fire service is usua...
IFSTA 7th Edition: Chapter 1 Study Guide with Complete Solutions The mission of the fire service is usually mandated by law or ordinance enacted by the: - ANSWER-Authority having juristiction.
A fire department that provides a varitey of public services such as fire suppression and emergency medical services in a coordinated manner is employing a(an)________ approach. - ANSWER-All-hazard concept
What is the most common type of fire department organizational structure? - ANSWER-
Scalar Organization (based on rank).
Which fire department principle refers to an individual's responsibility to follow orders and a department's responsibility to provide leadership? - ANSWER-Discipline
Most fire and emergency services organization in North America are funded by the community through taxes and fees, so they are considered to be ________ organizations. - ANSWER-Public
Combination fire departments refer to those that are: - ANSWER-Staffed by a mixture of
career and volunteer firefighters.
What is the basic unit of firefighting operations called? - ANSWER-Company
Which type of specialized fire company generally performs forcible entry, performs ventilation, and provides access to upper levels of a structure? - ANSWER-Truck/Ladder Company
Which type of specialized fire company is in charge of extinguishing ground cover or grass fires? - ANSWER-Brush Company
Firefighters who work a required scheduled and receive pay and benefits for their work are referred to as: - ANSWER-Career firefighters
The basic criteria for Fire fighter I competency and professionalism is established in: - ANSWER-NFPA 1001
Which individual or entity is in charge of setting, the age and educational requirements for employment at a fire department? - ANSWER-National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Which statement accurately describes a difference in level of responsibilities and duties of a Fire Fighter I and Fire Fighter II? - ANSWER-Firefighter II may assume command within the Incident Command System, but a Firefighter I may not.
Which type of fire service specialization includes personnel who are specifically certified
to mitigate chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, or explosive emergencies? - ANSWER-Hazardous materials technician
Which type of fire officer is generally tasked with managing the fire prevention, plans review, and investigation division of a fire department? - ANSWER-Fire Marshal
Which type of fire officer directly supervises a group of fire companies? - ANSWER-
Battalion/District chief
Which duty is the responsibility of the fire prevention division of a fire department? - ANSWER-Code enforcement and community risk reduction.
Which individual oversees all training activities and supervises training division personnel? - ANSWER-Training officer
What kind of regulation is a guide to decision-making within an organization and addresses issues such as working hours or emergency response guidelines? - ANSWER-Policy
The step-by-step process for ventilating a roof is an example of a: - ANSWER-
Procedure
Which organization is likely to assist the fire department by dispatching a doctor to the scene or providing advice by radio communication? - ANSWER-Emergency medical services
Which organization would likely manage the hydrants and hydrant testing in a jurisdiction? - ANSWER-Utility companies and public works departments
Which duty would likely be assigned to a Firefighter I? - ANSWER-Connect the pumper to a hydrant.
According to NFPA 1001, a firefighter I must be able to: - ANSWER-Clean and inspect SCBA.
What is the highest line of the duty death risk factor for firefighters? - ANSWER-Cardiac Arrest
Which action would directly promote the National Fallen Firefighter Foundation 16 Firefighter Life Safety Initiatives? - ANSWER-Providing free counseling and psychological support to department members and their families.
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller nursingismylife. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $9.99. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.
