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What is the primary function of a fire department’s rapid intervention team (RIT)?
A) To investigate the origin of a fire
✔✔B) To rescue downed or trapped firefighters
C) To provide public education on fire prevention
D) To perform overhaul operations
Which of the following is a key consideration when performing ventilation on a burning
building?
✔✔A) Creating an exit path for heat, smoke, and toxic gases
B) Preventing any smoke from exiting the structure
C) Increasing the fire's intensity to clear the building faster
D) Sealing all windows to reduce airflow
In the context of fire safety, the term "overhaul" refers to:
A) The initial attack on the fire
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,B) Ventilating the structure
✔✔C) Searching for hidden fires and extinguishing remaining hot spots
D) Setting up a fire line
During a search and rescue operation, what is the most important factor for a firefighter to
consider?
✔✔A) The safety of both victims and rescuers
B) The speed of the operation
C) The amount of smoke in the environment
D) The type of structure being searched
What is one of the biggest dangers when performing a high-angle rescue in a fire situation?
A) Low visibility
✔✔B) Falling debris and unstable footing
C) Water supply limitations
D) Fire extension into new areas
When using a fire extinguisher, what is the correct order for the PASS technique?
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, A) Push, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep
✔✔B) Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep
C) Squeeze, Pull, Sweep, Aim
D) Sweep, Pull, Squeeze, Aim
What is the first action when encountering a victim in a fire situation?
A) Carry them out of the building immediately
B) Attempt to extinguish the fire near them
✔✔C) Ensure the environment is safe and then assist them
D) Leave them and report to the command post
When conducting salvage operations, which of the following tools is essential for removing
debris?
A) Halligan bar
✔✔B) Sledgehammer or prying bar
C) Fire hose
D) Thermal imager
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