LLPSD FF1 Chapter 38
What is the primary indicator of the point of origin in a structure fire?
a. depth of smoke stains
b. color of smoke
c. shape of floor char
d. burn pattern on a wall - answerd. burn pattern on a wall
Which of the following is the most likely indication of accelerant use?
a. burnt blankets and rags
b. charring on the underside of a door
c. door propped open
d. multiple points of origin - answerb. charring on the underside of a door
Which statement about evidence that is in plain view is correct?
a. the evidence may be secured without a warrant
b. probable cause must be established prior to seizure of the evidence
c. the evidence cannot be seized without a warrant
d. the evidence is exempt from the exclusionary rule - answera. the evidence may be
secured without a warrant
When should fire fighters begin making observations for use in a fire investigation?
a. during salvage/overhaul
b. during dispatch and response
c. upon arrival
d. during suppression - answerb. during dispatch and response
Placing an electric heater too close to combustible materials is an example of which
subtype of electrical fire cause?
a. worn-out or defective
b. defective installation
c. user negligence
d. improper use - answerd. improper use
According to NFPA statistics, approximately how many home structure fires were
reported in the United States in 2010?
a. 257,500
b. 925,300
c. 38,400
d. 482,000 - answerd. 482,000
Who usually performs fire cause investigation?
What is the primary indicator of the point of origin in a structure fire?
a. depth of smoke stains
b. color of smoke
c. shape of floor char
d. burn pattern on a wall - answerd. burn pattern on a wall
Which of the following is the most likely indication of accelerant use?
a. burnt blankets and rags
b. charring on the underside of a door
c. door propped open
d. multiple points of origin - answerb. charring on the underside of a door
Which statement about evidence that is in plain view is correct?
a. the evidence may be secured without a warrant
b. probable cause must be established prior to seizure of the evidence
c. the evidence cannot be seized without a warrant
d. the evidence is exempt from the exclusionary rule - answera. the evidence may be
secured without a warrant
When should fire fighters begin making observations for use in a fire investigation?
a. during salvage/overhaul
b. during dispatch and response
c. upon arrival
d. during suppression - answerb. during dispatch and response
Placing an electric heater too close to combustible materials is an example of which
subtype of electrical fire cause?
a. worn-out or defective
b. defective installation
c. user negligence
d. improper use - answerd. improper use
According to NFPA statistics, approximately how many home structure fires were
reported in the United States in 2010?
a. 257,500
b. 925,300
c. 38,400
d. 482,000 - answerd. 482,000
Who usually performs fire cause investigation?
