IFSTA EXAM BUNDLE QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS RATED A+

Emergency Medical Services - CORRECT ANSWER-Emergency medical service (EMS) organizations provide on-site medical aid and/or transportation to a medical facility. - May be an agency of the AHJ - Could be a privately owned and operated company - May provide complete medical services or supplement ...

Portable fire extinguishers are classified according to? - CORRECT ANSWER-type of fire they are designed to extinguish. Classes of Portable Fire Extinguishers: - CORRECT ANSWER-Class A, B, C, D & K The three most common combinations of fire extinguishers - CORRECT ANSWER-Class A-B-C, Class A-B...

The primary hazard for rescuers at a _____ incident is that they are working in the same environment as victims without a safety net. - CORRECT ANSWER-rope rescue Which tools are air-pressurized devices that give rescuers the ability to lift or displace objects that cannot be lifted with other re...

Firefighter I + II - CORRECT ANSWER-trained in suppression, extrication, search + rescue, ventilation, salvage and overhaul; also EMS All-Hazard Concept - CORRECT ANSWER-Provides a coordinated approach to a wide variety of incidents; all responders use a similar, coordinated approach with a commo...

Who is responsible for developing the Incident Action Plan at a hazardous materials incident? a. Compressed air foam system (CAFS) b. Apparatus-mounted proportioner c. Incident Commander d. In-line eductor - ACCURATE ANSWER-Incident Commander What is a likely result of following predetermined...

The structural integrity of a building is most affected by the intensity of the fire and: - ACCURATE ANSWER-the amount of water used for extinguishment. Unusual glass or metal fragments at a fire scene may indicate: - ACCURATE ANSWER-the presence of an incendiary device. Salvage covers are des...

Acute - CORRECT ANSWER-Sharp or severe, having a rapid onset and a short duration Baffle - CORRECT ANSWER-Intermediate partial bulkhead that reduces the surge effect in a partially loaded liquid tank. Chronic - CORRECT ANSWER-Long-lasting and reoccurring Collapse Zone - CORRECT ANSWER-Area ...

Chain of Command - CORRECT ANSWERS-The formal line of authority, responsibility, and communication within an organization. Unity of Command - CORRECT ANSWERS-Each employee reports directly to just one supervisor, moving up the chain of command. Span of Control - CORRECT ANSWERS-The maximum num...

Most building codes rate construction types according to: - ACCURATE ANSWER-How long each construction type maintains its structural integrity over a certain period of time. Which is the best way to load large diameter supply hose? - ACCURATE ANSWER-Fat load In the fire environment, convection...

Non-Pressurized Horizontal Tank - ACCURATE ANSWER-Non-Pressure Facility Tank Flat Sided Circular Tank Liquids Pressurized Horizontal Tank - ACCURATE ANSWER-Capacity - 500 to 40,000 gal. Liquids Cone Roof Tank - ACCURATE ANSWER-Non-Pressure Facility Tank Conical Roof Liquids Floating R...

This term describes the protected side, the direction opposite from which the wind in blowing. - ACCURATE ANSWER-Leeward This side or direction from which the wind is blowing. - ACCURATE ANSWER-Windward PPV for a normal single wide door, the distance between the door and fan should be ________...

c. Low oxygen concentrations alone can result in hypoxia or death. - ACCURATE ANSWER-Which statement about the dangers of products of combustion is accurate? a. Toxic products of combustion are released only during the combustion reaction. b. The toxic effects of smoke inhalation are the result of...

Coefficient 3/4" booster - ACCURATE ANSWER-1,100 Coefficient 1" Booster - ACCURATE ANSWER-150 Coefficient 1 1/4" Booster - ACCURATE ANSWER-80 Coefficient 1 1/2" - ACCURATE ANSWER-24 Coefficient of 1 3/4" w/ 1 1/2" couplings - ACCURATE ANSWER-15.5 Coefficient 2" - ACCURATE ANSWE...

Which of the following is a result of the Cocoanut Grove Nightclub Fire, Boston, Massachusetts (1942)? - ACCURATE ANSWER-Increased fire and life safety requirements in assembly-type occupancies What type of company is responsible for forcible entry? - ACCURATE ANSWER-Truck company Why was the ...

Firefighters are at risk of contracting respiratory diseases such as lung cancer and COPD because of repeated exposure to: Select one: a. atypically stressful situations. b. chronic infectious diseases. c. high temperatures. d. smoke, dangerous gases, and chemicals. - CORRECT ANSWERS-smoke, dan...

What is a function of station and work uniforms? a. Provide respiratory protection b. Protect wearer from hazardous materials c. Provide protection against advanced fire behavior d. Identify wearer as a member of the fire department - CORRET ANSWERS-d. Identify wearer as a member of the fire dep...

Which type of operational strategy involves keeping personnel outside of the IDLH environment? Select one: a. Defensive b. Offensive c. Direct d. Indirect - ACCURATE ANSWER-Defensive The most important variable when choosing the correct hoseline to use is: Select one: a. nozzle reaction. ...

Which NIMS-ICS term describes the organizational level between Section and Division that has functions geographic responsibility for major segments of incident operations a. Branch b. Flame detectors c. Riser d. Flush - ACCURATE ANSWER-a. Branch To help avoid confusion at an incident, respond...

What is the overall mission of the fire service? - ACCURATE ANSWER-To save lives and protect property and the environment. How are fire departments organized? - ACCURATE ANSWER-Scalar organizational structure based on rank. What specialized jobs and divisions exist within the fire service? - A...

Finger-jointed timber - ACCURATE ANSWER-is composite building material composed of small pieces of wood merged to form boards using various types of glue. Medium density fiberboard - ACCURATE ANSWER-is composite building material that is a type of laminated wood closely resembling hardwood and is...