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LAW PUBLIC SAFETY-PULIC SAFETY SERVICES (CLASS=2,4,Q, 7,8,10,Q) QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS!!
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LAW PUBLIC SAFETY-PULIC SAFETY SERVICES(CLASS=2,4,Q, 7,8,10,Q) QUESTIONS WITH
CORRECT ANSWERS!!
What is the name of the device used by early firefighters that now appears on
firefighters' badges and helmets?
Megaphone
Trumpet
Bugle
Key Answer - Bugle
Why do you think that every year thousands of applicants apply to become
firefighter and most are rejected?
It is a very difficult job.
The competition is so high and the fire departments hire only about 30 every
other year.
They train for EMT jobs and find they like that work better.
The applicants are not serious about wanting to do the job. Answer - The
competition is so high and the fire departments hire only about 30 every other
year.
Firefighter applicants must take three tests: a written test, an aptitude test, and
a grueling physical fitness test.
True
False Answer - True
,Which of the following make the tests so difficult? Check all that apply.
Fire equipment and uniforms are heavy to carry up the stairs.
Raising a ladder, dragging a hose, carrying equipment, and making a forcible
entry is difficult.
Running up to the floor that needs help, which can be 10 flights or more.
The aptitude test is overwhelmingly complicated. Answer - Fire equipment and
uniforms are heavy to carry up the stairs.
Raising a ladder, dragging a hose, carrying equipment, and making a forcible
entry is difficult.
Running up to the floor that needs help, which can be 10 flights or more.
What does this chart indicate about the status of the firefighter's pay in the
United States? Choose all the answers that apply.
Generally, firefighters are paid more than men and women serving in
protective service occupations.
The most a firefighter will ever earn is about $45,000.
Firefighting pays more than all other occupations.
If the median annual wage for firefighters is $42,250, then half the workers
made less and half the workers earned more. Answer - Generally, firefighters
are paid more than men and women serving in protective service occupations.
If the median annual wage for firefighters is $42,250, then half the workers
made less and half the workers earned more.
A list of the most important qualities in a fire fighter should include: (Check all
that apply.)
quick and smart decision making skills
communicate conditions to others under the pressure of an emergency-
response situation
ability to write well and give speeches
, note taking and attendance at firefighter conventions Answer - quick and
smart decision making skills
communicate conditions to others under the pressure of an emergency-
response situation
What training is important to entry-level firefighters? Choose all that apply.
physical training for stair climbing, ladder raise, hose dragging, crawling
through dark and narrow tunnels
eye training so that no glasses are needed
stamina training in carrying equipment up the stairs with added weight from a
hose to make a forced entry
learn how to do search and rescue to locate a fire victim and perform a ceiling
breach and pull Answer - physical training for stair climbing, ladder raise, hose
dragging, crawling through dark and narrow tunnels
stamina training in carrying equipment up the stairs with added weight from a
hose to make a forced entry
learn how to do search and rescue to locate a fire victim and perform a ceiling
breach and pull
What is the most important reason that firefighters must be physically fit?
Coordination is the most useful skill for a firefighter.
It is a requirement of the firefighter.
It is written in the firefighter guide.
Emergencies do not occur on schedule and a firefighter must be ready always.
Answer - Emergencies do not occur on schedule and a firefighter must be ready
always.
Which of the following lists show how advancement works in the fire
department?
captain, fire chief, lieutenant, driver
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