What is the mission of the fire service? - ANSTo save lives and protect property
What NFPA standard establishes basic training criteria for Firefighter I and Firefighter II -
ANS1001
A ____ is a collection of rules enacted by law in a particular jurisdiction. - ANSCode
Which of the following BEST describes the action first taken after an alert to the station? -
ANSDispatching of emergency services responders
What task may a telecommunications center be assigned during a progress report? -
ANSPeriodic time transmissions
Which of the following must be considered when deciding the size of a collapse zone? -
ANSType of building construction and safest location for personel
Which of the following best describes when SARS are used? - ANSConfined space rescues and
technical rescue incidents
Which of the following SCBA components warns when the system is reaching 20-25 percent of
cylinder capacity? - ANSEnd of service time indicators
When donning SCBA, all straps on the harness assembly and facepiece should be - ANSFully
extended
Which types of SCBA are tested every five years? - ANSSteel and aluminum
Which of the following types of rope is the only rope required to have a rope log? - ANSLife
safety rope
Which part of the rope is used to tie a knot or hitch? - ANSWorking
Which type of knot can be used to secure a victim's hands or feet to drag the victim to safety? -
ANSHandcuff
Once a search is complete, a firefighter should - ANSReport promptly to the supervisor
What are the two objectives for a structural search? - ANSSearch for life; assess fire conditions
In the acronym LUNAR, the A stands for - ANSAssignment
, Which of the following best describes the result of running a generator for a long period of time
without a load? - ANSWill overheat and damage the generator.
Which rescue tool power source is typically powered by pumps? - ANSHydraulic
What stabilizing tool uses a system of at least three wedged posts between the ground and a
vehicle resting on its side or top? - ANSButtress tension system
Hybrid vehicles that use color coded wiring use ____ to mark high voltage wiring. - ANSOrange
When using a strut and buttress tension system, firefighters must ensure all parts have a safety
margin that is: - ANSIn excess of the weight being secured
What type of extrication method is used to stabilize a vehicle that is upside down or lying on its
side? - ANSButtress tension system
What initial action is the next priority after stabilizing the scene? - ANSStabilize the victim
What type of structural collapse occurs when the floor and/or roof assemblies on both sides of a
load-bearing wall collapse, allowing a good chance of victim survival? - ANSA-frame
In the OATH method of signaling on a search line, two tugs represents - ANSAdvance
Which of the following is an example of a push/pull tool? - ANSPike pole
Cutting edges on axes should be inspected for: - ANSChips, cracks, or spurs
When caring for an unprotected metal surface, use a metal file to: - ANSRemove burrs from a
cutting edge
NFPA 1931 requires that single, roof combination and extension ladders must support a
maximum load of - ANS750 lbs
Ground ladders should be service tested before being placed in service, ____ while in service,
and after use that exposes the ladder to high heat or rough treatment. - ANSOnce each year
Which of the following describes the best placement of a ladder to be used for entry or rescue
from a window? - ANSLadder tip slightly below sill, or wedged under sill lip
Which of the following is a reason that modern construction may tend to contain fires for longer
periods of time? - ANSEnergy efficient designs
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 Ascore. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $11.49. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.