Fire Academy

What is the mission of the fire service? - Save lives and protect property and the environment from fires and other hazardous situations Which fire service organizations principle refers to the formal line of authority, responsibility, and communication within an organization? - Chain of command Which type of fire department is continually staffed by full-time paid firefighters who typically live in the fire station? - Career The basic unit of firefighting operations is called a: - Company

Overhaul operations include - searching for hidden fires 3. During overhaul, prying tools can be used to - remove baseboards and window frames. Which hazard are firefighters likely to encounter during overhaul? - Toxic Gases Which safety measure should be in place during overhaul - Gloves to protect from cuts and thermal burns In order to remain safe during overhaul, firefighters should always wear SCBA when necessary and: - have a charged hoseline on standby.

A fireground management system that addresses procedures for controlling personnel, facilities, equipment, and communications and is designed to be expanded as needed is the: - Emergency Management System Which of the following statements are correct: Statement 1- a policy is a guide to thinking or decision making Statement 2- a procedure is a detailed plan of action Statement 3- standard operating procedures apply to both emergency and non-emergency situations - All three statements are ...

What are the five firefighter guidelines? - 1: Be Safe 2: Follow Orders 3: Work as a Team 4: Think 5: Follow the Golden Rule What is the Golden Rule? - Treat every other person better than yourself What is the mission of the fire department? - Save lives and protect property through prevention, education, suppression, and rescue activities What are some qualifications of a fireman? - Healthy, in good physical condition, work as a team, brave enough to enter dangerous situations, and the ab...

What is the NFPA standard that lists the design requirements for Fire Department ground ladders? - 1931 What NFPA standard lists the use, maintenance, and testing requirements for in-service Fire Department ground ladders? - 1932 According to NFPA 1932, how often should ladders be inspected? - after each use and or once monthly How often should fire department ladders be tested? - annually

what percentage is required to be maintained throughout the academy - 80% what is the progression of discipline - Coaching and counseling, oral reprimand, written reprimand How many written reprimands can the recruit receive before he will be asked by the cadre to be terminated - 3 written reprimands what is some examples of flagrant/ severe violations that could result in immediate termination - Any criminal violation, cheating on an exam, verbal or physical assault, insubordination, thr...

Which of the following best describes how understanding the physical science of fire can help firefighters? A. It keeps radiant heat from igniting fuel B. It keeps flaming combustion from beginning C. It translates into practical knowledge of fire behavior D. It helps in stopping rapid fire behavior from developing - C When a substance changes from one type of matter to another it has had a: A. Chemical shift B. Physical change C. Chemical reaction D. Physical alteration - C

Name of group that studies food security in developing countries Answer- Economic Research Service what does amdr stand for Answer- acceptable macronutrient dietary range AMDR Recommendations, fat? Answer- 20-35% of daily calories should come from fat AMDR Recommendations, protein? Answer-