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If you cannot answer a caller's question when handling a non emergency call, you should: - ANSWER-Refer them to someone who can answer the question. What should you do if someone that is angry or upset calls the station? - ANSWER-Remain calm and never become confrontational. Which type to telecommunications system is a dispatch center run directly by the fire department, emergency medical service, or law enforcement agency? - ANSWER-Emergency Service specific telecommunications center. ...

A fire hose is labeled according to the: (541) - ANSWER-Size of its inside diameter Which type of hose is designed to connect the pumping apparatus to a pressurized water source, such as a hydrant? (542) - ANSWER-Large diameter soft sleeve hose Why is it advantageous for departments to use hose with national standard threaded couplings? (544) - ANSWER-Different departments that respond together can connect their hose sections without adapters A male hose coupling: (544) - ANSWER-Has the...

Seperating - ANSWER-Creates a barrier between the fuel gases and possible ignition sources Smothering - ANSWER-Prevents air from reaching the fuel and mixing with the vapors and prevents the release of flammable vapors Penetrating - ANSWER-Lowers the surface tension of water and allows it to penetrate fires in class A materials Cooling - ANSWER-Lowers the temperature of the fuel and adjacent surfaces True/false: class A foam is intended for use in ordinary combustibles and flammable ...

IFSTA 7th Edition - Chapter 8: Ground ladders with Complete Solutions IFSTA 7th Edition - Chapter 8: Ground ladders with Complete Solutions IFSTA 7th Edition - Chapter 8: Ground ladders with Complete Solutions IFSTA 7th Edition - Chapter 8: Ground ladders with Complete Solutions The lowest, widest section of an extension ladder that always maintains contact with the ground while the ladder is being raised is the: (315) - ANSWER-Bed section Which part of a ladder is placed on the ground wh...

After each use, the SCBA facepiece should be: Select one: a. sanitized using a machine built specifically for facepieces. b. washed with warm water and a mild disinfectant. c. cleaned, dried, and placed out of service. d. sent to the manufacturer for a commercial-grade cleaning. - ANSWER-Select one: a. sanitized using a machine built specifically for facepieces. b. washed with warm water and a mild disinfectant.* c. cleaned, dried, and placed out of service. d. sent to the manufactur...

IFSTA 7th Edition: Chapter 2 Communications Study Guide Quizzes with Complete SolutionsIFSTA 7th Edition: Chapter 2 Communications Study Guide Quizzes with Complete SolutionsIFSTA 7th Edition: Chapter 2 Communications Study Guide Quizzes with Complete SolutionsIFSTA 7th Edition: Chapter 2 Communications Study Guide Quizzes with Complete SolutionsIf you cannot answer a caller's question when handling a non emergency call, you should: - ANSWER-Refer them to someone who can answer the ques...

Airborne pathogens may cause illness through inhalation or: Select one: a. adsorption. b. direct contact. c. absorption. d. ingestion - ANSWER-Select one: a. adsorption. b. direct contact.* c. absorption. d. ingestion After each use, the SCBA facepiece should be: Select one: a. sanitized using a machine built specifically for facepieces. b. washed with warm water and a mild disinfectant. c. cleaned, dried, and placed out of service. d. sent to the manufacturer for a commercial-...

IFSTA 7th Edition - Chapter 12: Fire hose Questions and Answers (100% Correct)IFSTA 7th Edition - Chapter 12: Fire hose Questions and Answers (100% Correct)IFSTA 7th Edition - Chapter 12: Fire hose Questions and Answers (100% Correct)IFSTA 7th Edition - Chapter 12: Fire hose Questions and Answers (100% Correct) Which type of hose transports water from the pumping apparatus to the nozzle where it is applied to the fire? (541) - ANSWER-Attack hose A fire hose is labeled according to the: (541)...

IFSTA 7th Edition: Chapter 2 Communications Study Guide Quizzes with Complete Solutions IFSTA 7th Edition: Chapter 2 Communications Study Guide Quizzes with Complete Solutions IFSTA 7th Edition: Chapter 2 Communications Study Guide Quizzes with Complete Solutions IFSTA 7th Edition: Chapter 2 Communications Study Guide Quizzes with Complete Solutions If you cannot answer a caller's question when handling a non emergency call, you should: - ANSWER-Refer them to someone who can answer th...

A fire department that provides a varitey of public services such as fire suppression and emergency medical services in a coordinated manner is employing a(an)________ approach. - ANSWER-All-hazard concept What is the most common type of fire department organizational structure? - ANSWER-Scalar Organization (based on rank). Which fire department principle refers to an individual's responsibility to follow orders and a department's responsibility to provide leadership? - ANSWER-Discipline...