FF2 FINAL EXAM STUDY GUIDE IFSTA
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS (RATED A+)
A(An) _____ concept allows all responders to use a similar, coordinated approach
with a common set of authorities, protections, and resources. - ANSWERall hazard
Which duty is a Fire Fighter I expected to perform? - ANSWERForcing entry into a
structure
Which statement describes the difference in the roles of a Fire Fighter I and a Fire
Fighter II? - ANSWERA Fire Fighter I works under the direct supervision of a Fire
Fighter II or company officer.
Which factor should be considered when selecting the appropriate type of
extinguisher to use on a given fire? - ANSWERClassification of the burning fuel
A Class D fire should be extinguished using a: - ANSWERdry powder extinguisher.
Where is a Class K fire likely to be found? - ANSWERRestaurant
Which method of fire extinguishment forms an oxygen-excluding soapy foam over
the surface of the burning material? - ANSWERSaponification
The air-aspirating foam nozzle used with an aqueous film forming foam (AFFF)
extinguisher produces: - ANSWERhigher quality foam than a standard extinguisher
nozzle.
What do manufacturers sometimes add to stored-pressure water extinguishers in
order to increase their effectiveness? - ANSWERClass A foam
Every portable fire extinguisher must be labeled with: - ANSWERletters and/or
symbols that identify the type of fire for which it is intended.
A portable fire extinguisher must be labeled with the: - ANSWERletters and/or
symbols that designate its class rating.
Which is a Class D combustible material? - ANSWERSodium
An empty portable fire extinguisher should be: - ANSWERlaid on its side.
Which type of specialized fire company generally has the primary duty of
transporting patients to a hospital? - ANSWEREmergency medical company
,When does the response to an emergency begin? - ANSWERAs soon as the
department is notified of the emergency
Which group of fire department employees provides administrative and logistical
support in areas such as finance, maintenance, and training? - ANSWERStaff
personnel
Exposure to chemicals and products of combustion are linked to: -
ANSWERincreased occurrences of illnesses and diseases.
Which safety guideline will help minimize a firefighter's exposure to risk at a
structural fire scene? - ANSWERMaintain communication with team members and
Command
What does it mean to practice situational awareness on the fireground? -
ANSWERBeing observant about hazards and changing conditions
Why did the National Fallen Firefighters Association develop the 16 Firefighter Life
Safety Initiatives in 2004? - ANSWERProvide the fire service with a blueprint for
making changes
What is the main purpose of a fire department member assistance program (MAP)? -
ANSWEROffer easily accessible, confidential assistance with personal problems that
affect job performance
Which statement regarding apparatus safety is accurate? - ANSWERFirefighters
should always maintain three points of contact when mounting or dismounting
apparatus.
In order to minimize danger when riding in apparatus, firefighters should always
wear: - ANSWERhearing protection.
Which type of fire officer is directly in charge of monitoring operational safety at fires
and other emergencies? - ANSWERFire department incident safety officer
Fire department line personnel are responsible for: - ANSWERproviding emergency
services to the public.
What is the BEST way for a Fire Fighter I to prevent work-related injuries? -
ANSWERMaintain a high level of personal physical fitness
According to NFPA 1001, which duty is a Fire Fighter I required to be able to
perform? - ANSWERPrepare apparatus hose loads for response
What does NFPA 1500 require to be part of fire department training programs? -
ANSWERA process for evaluating firefighter skills and knowledge
What is the overall mission of the fire service? - ANSWERSave lives and protect
property and the environment
,Written regulations such as an organization's policies and procedures clarify
expectations and: - ANSWERdelegate authority.
What are personnel accountability systems designed to do? - ANSWERTrack
personnel in and out of the IDLH environment
Which type of specialized fire company is assigned to a pumping apparatus and
performs suppression duties at structure fires? - ANSWEREngine company
All auxiliary equipment must be: - ANSWERintrinsically safe.
Which statement describes the staffing and funding of volunteer fire departments? -
ANSWERNot continuously staffed and may rely on fundraisers for funding
With regard to facility safety, NFPA 1500: - ANSWERprohibits all tobacco use in the
facilities.
Which scene control zone directly surrounds the incident site and should only be
entered by personnel directly involved in disposing of the problem? - ANSWERHot
zone
Multiple fire companies within a response area whose day-to-day functions are
overseen by the operations division are called a(an): - ANSWERbattalion
Which statement about maintaining personnel safety during training evolutions is
accurate? - ANSWERRowdy play and other unprofessional conduct is not allowed
because it is distracting and can lead to accidents or injuries.
The division of labor refers to: - ANSWERthe process of dividing large jobs into
smaller pieces to make them more manageable.
What should be the first priority of firefighters when there are downed high-voltage
power lines? - ANSWERContact the electric company to shut off power
A(An) _____ is meant to help reduce firefighter illnesses, injuries, and deaths by
ensuring that firefighters are healthy. - ANSWERwellness program
NFPA 1500 requires all personnel operating in an immediately dangerous to life and
health (IDLH) atmosphere to: - ANSWERbe fully equipped with the appropriate PPE.
When operating at highway/roadway incident scenes, apparatus lights: -
ANSWERcan confuse motorists and make the situation more hazardous.
What must a fire department's health and safety program address? - ANSWERAll
anticipated hazards to which members might be exposed
Which type of specialized fire company generally has the primary duty of searching
for victims and removing them from areas of danger or entrapment? -
ANSWERRescue company
, Emergency scene lighting and portable rescue equipment are powered by
apparatus-mounted generators, the apparatus' electrical system, or: -
ANSWERportable electric generators.
Which organization or agency would assist the fire department with incident scene
security, crowd control, and explosives disposal? - ANSWERLaw enforcement
Most fire departments are organized in a series of levels, with the intermediate levels
made up of personnel assigned by: - ANSWERrank and duty.
What is the leading cause of firefighter fatalities? - ANSWERCardiovascular disease
In order to ensure the safety of personnel operating in hazardous areas, fire
departments should: - ANSWERprovide members with at least one full set of
protective equipment.
Which duty would likely be performed by a Fire Fighter I? - ANSWERCleaning and
inspecting ground ladders
Each employee reporting to just one supervisor, who in turn moves up the chain of
command, is an example of: - ANSWERunity of command.
A _____ is a guide to decision making within an organization that addresses issues
such as working hours, emergency response guidelines, and chain of command. -
ANSWERpolicy
Which organization or agency assists the fire department by shutting off natural gas
lines, electricity, or public water mains? - ANSWERUtility company
Which type of emergency lights are mounted on a vehicle and are usually deployed
by raising, lowering, and rotating the telescoping poles to which they are affixed? -
ANSWERFixed lights
One goal of the National Fallen Firefighters Association 16 Firefighter Life Safety
Initiatives is to: - ANSWERempower all firefighters to stop unsafe practices.
A type of fire departmental organizational structure where decisions and information
are directed form the top and filtered down through intermediate levels to the base
can be described as: - ANSWERscalar.
How does the level of responsibility of a Fire Fighter I differ from that of a Fire Fighter
II? - ANSWERA Fire Fighter II is trained to coordinate Fire Fighter I and Fire Fighter
II personnel while working under the supervision of a company officer.
What is a detailed written plan that lists specific steps for approaching a recurring
problem or situation? - ANSWERProcedure
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS (RATED A+)
A(An) _____ concept allows all responders to use a similar, coordinated approach
with a common set of authorities, protections, and resources. - ANSWERall hazard
Which duty is a Fire Fighter I expected to perform? - ANSWERForcing entry into a
structure
Which statement describes the difference in the roles of a Fire Fighter I and a Fire
Fighter II? - ANSWERA Fire Fighter I works under the direct supervision of a Fire
Fighter II or company officer.
Which factor should be considered when selecting the appropriate type of
extinguisher to use on a given fire? - ANSWERClassification of the burning fuel
A Class D fire should be extinguished using a: - ANSWERdry powder extinguisher.
Where is a Class K fire likely to be found? - ANSWERRestaurant
Which method of fire extinguishment forms an oxygen-excluding soapy foam over
the surface of the burning material? - ANSWERSaponification
The air-aspirating foam nozzle used with an aqueous film forming foam (AFFF)
extinguisher produces: - ANSWERhigher quality foam than a standard extinguisher
nozzle.
What do manufacturers sometimes add to stored-pressure water extinguishers in
order to increase their effectiveness? - ANSWERClass A foam
Every portable fire extinguisher must be labeled with: - ANSWERletters and/or
symbols that identify the type of fire for which it is intended.
A portable fire extinguisher must be labeled with the: - ANSWERletters and/or
symbols that designate its class rating.
Which is a Class D combustible material? - ANSWERSodium
An empty portable fire extinguisher should be: - ANSWERlaid on its side.
Which type of specialized fire company generally has the primary duty of
transporting patients to a hospital? - ANSWEREmergency medical company
,When does the response to an emergency begin? - ANSWERAs soon as the
department is notified of the emergency
Which group of fire department employees provides administrative and logistical
support in areas such as finance, maintenance, and training? - ANSWERStaff
personnel
Exposure to chemicals and products of combustion are linked to: -
ANSWERincreased occurrences of illnesses and diseases.
Which safety guideline will help minimize a firefighter's exposure to risk at a
structural fire scene? - ANSWERMaintain communication with team members and
Command
What does it mean to practice situational awareness on the fireground? -
ANSWERBeing observant about hazards and changing conditions
Why did the National Fallen Firefighters Association develop the 16 Firefighter Life
Safety Initiatives in 2004? - ANSWERProvide the fire service with a blueprint for
making changes
What is the main purpose of a fire department member assistance program (MAP)? -
ANSWEROffer easily accessible, confidential assistance with personal problems that
affect job performance
Which statement regarding apparatus safety is accurate? - ANSWERFirefighters
should always maintain three points of contact when mounting or dismounting
apparatus.
In order to minimize danger when riding in apparatus, firefighters should always
wear: - ANSWERhearing protection.
Which type of fire officer is directly in charge of monitoring operational safety at fires
and other emergencies? - ANSWERFire department incident safety officer
Fire department line personnel are responsible for: - ANSWERproviding emergency
services to the public.
What is the BEST way for a Fire Fighter I to prevent work-related injuries? -
ANSWERMaintain a high level of personal physical fitness
According to NFPA 1001, which duty is a Fire Fighter I required to be able to
perform? - ANSWERPrepare apparatus hose loads for response
What does NFPA 1500 require to be part of fire department training programs? -
ANSWERA process for evaluating firefighter skills and knowledge
What is the overall mission of the fire service? - ANSWERSave lives and protect
property and the environment
,Written regulations such as an organization's policies and procedures clarify
expectations and: - ANSWERdelegate authority.
What are personnel accountability systems designed to do? - ANSWERTrack
personnel in and out of the IDLH environment
Which type of specialized fire company is assigned to a pumping apparatus and
performs suppression duties at structure fires? - ANSWEREngine company
All auxiliary equipment must be: - ANSWERintrinsically safe.
Which statement describes the staffing and funding of volunteer fire departments? -
ANSWERNot continuously staffed and may rely on fundraisers for funding
With regard to facility safety, NFPA 1500: - ANSWERprohibits all tobacco use in the
facilities.
Which scene control zone directly surrounds the incident site and should only be
entered by personnel directly involved in disposing of the problem? - ANSWERHot
zone
Multiple fire companies within a response area whose day-to-day functions are
overseen by the operations division are called a(an): - ANSWERbattalion
Which statement about maintaining personnel safety during training evolutions is
accurate? - ANSWERRowdy play and other unprofessional conduct is not allowed
because it is distracting and can lead to accidents or injuries.
The division of labor refers to: - ANSWERthe process of dividing large jobs into
smaller pieces to make them more manageable.
What should be the first priority of firefighters when there are downed high-voltage
power lines? - ANSWERContact the electric company to shut off power
A(An) _____ is meant to help reduce firefighter illnesses, injuries, and deaths by
ensuring that firefighters are healthy. - ANSWERwellness program
NFPA 1500 requires all personnel operating in an immediately dangerous to life and
health (IDLH) atmosphere to: - ANSWERbe fully equipped with the appropriate PPE.
When operating at highway/roadway incident scenes, apparatus lights: -
ANSWERcan confuse motorists and make the situation more hazardous.
What must a fire department's health and safety program address? - ANSWERAll
anticipated hazards to which members might be exposed
Which type of specialized fire company generally has the primary duty of searching
for victims and removing them from areas of danger or entrapment? -
ANSWERRescue company
, Emergency scene lighting and portable rescue equipment are powered by
apparatus-mounted generators, the apparatus' electrical system, or: -
ANSWERportable electric generators.
Which organization or agency would assist the fire department with incident scene
security, crowd control, and explosives disposal? - ANSWERLaw enforcement
Most fire departments are organized in a series of levels, with the intermediate levels
made up of personnel assigned by: - ANSWERrank and duty.
What is the leading cause of firefighter fatalities? - ANSWERCardiovascular disease
In order to ensure the safety of personnel operating in hazardous areas, fire
departments should: - ANSWERprovide members with at least one full set of
protective equipment.
Which duty would likely be performed by a Fire Fighter I? - ANSWERCleaning and
inspecting ground ladders
Each employee reporting to just one supervisor, who in turn moves up the chain of
command, is an example of: - ANSWERunity of command.
A _____ is a guide to decision making within an organization that addresses issues
such as working hours, emergency response guidelines, and chain of command. -
ANSWERpolicy
Which organization or agency assists the fire department by shutting off natural gas
lines, electricity, or public water mains? - ANSWERUtility company
Which type of emergency lights are mounted on a vehicle and are usually deployed
by raising, lowering, and rotating the telescoping poles to which they are affixed? -
ANSWERFixed lights
One goal of the National Fallen Firefighters Association 16 Firefighter Life Safety
Initiatives is to: - ANSWERempower all firefighters to stop unsafe practices.
A type of fire departmental organizational structure where decisions and information
are directed form the top and filtered down through intermediate levels to the base
can be described as: - ANSWERscalar.
How does the level of responsibility of a Fire Fighter I differ from that of a Fire Fighter
II? - ANSWERA Fire Fighter II is trained to coordinate Fire Fighter I and Fire Fighter
II personnel while working under the supervision of a company officer.
What is a detailed written plan that lists specific steps for approaching a recurring
problem or situation? - ANSWERProcedure
