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Chapter 2: Firefighter Safety and Health
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. In 2010 the leading causes of fire fatalities were:
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A.
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live fire training.
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B.
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overexertion and falls.
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C.
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stress and overexertion.
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D.
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overexertion and being struck by an object.
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ANS: C PTS: 1 REF: 46
OBJ: 2.I.1 List the main types of
job-related firefighter fatalities, injuries, and illnesses.
NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.1.1 TOP: Firefighter I
2. Which of the following is an injury cost carried by an individual?
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A.
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Physical pain
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B.
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Higher insurance payout
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C.
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Compensation payments
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D.
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Need to replace personnel off duty
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ANS: A PTS: 1 REF: 48
OBJ: 2.I.1 List the main types of
job-related firefighter fatalities, injuries, and illnesses.
NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.1.1 TOP: Firefighter I
3. Which of the following statements BEST describes the difference between
acute and chronic illness?
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A.
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Acute is more serious than chronic.
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B.
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Acute is short term, chronic is long lasting.
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C.
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Acute is more painful, chronic is less invasive.
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D.
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Acute requires a doctor visit, chronic may not.
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ANS: B PTS: 1 REF: 49
OBJ: 2.I.1 List the main types of
job-related firefighter fatalities, injuries, and illnesses.
NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.1.1 TOP: Firefighter I
4. Which of the following contributes to the common types of respiratory
diseases for which firefighters are at risk?
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A.
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Heat stress
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B.
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Psychological stress
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C.
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Exposure to smoke and chemicals
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D.
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Exposure to long, irregular work hours
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ANS: C PTS: 1 REF: 50
OBJ: 2.I.1 List the main types of
job-related firefighter fatalities, injuries, and illnesses.
NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.1.1 TOP: Firefighter I
5. Which of the following is one way firefighters can reduce exposure to
carcinogens present in fires?
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A.
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Clean helmet liners
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B.
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Follow good nutritional guidelines
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C.
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Maintain positive mental attitudes
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D.
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Maintain high levels of physical fitness
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ANS: A PTS: 1 REF: 51
OBJ: 2.I.1 List the main types of
job-related firefighter fatalities, injuries, and illnesses.
NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.1.1 TOP: Firefighter I
6. Which of the following illnesses can result in headaches, nausea, and
weakness in legs?
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A.
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Obesity
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B.
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Alcohol abuse
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C.
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Cardiovascular disease
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D.
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Stress-induced hypertension
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ANS: D PTS: 1 REF: 52
OBJ: 2.I.1 List the main types of
job-related firefighter fatalities, injuries, and illnesses.
NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.1.1 TOP: Firefighter I
7. Which of the following NFPA® standards establishes the design
criteria for protective clothing and equipment?
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A.
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1403
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B.
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1582
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C.
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1851
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D.
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1977
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ANS: D PTS: 1 REF: 55
OBJ: 2.I.2 Describe the National
Fire Protection Association® standards related to firefighter safety and
health. NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.1.1 TOP: Firefighter
I
8. Which NFPA® standard defines safe training practices and
programs?
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A.
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1403
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B.
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1582
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C.
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1851
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D.
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1977
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ANS: A PTS: 1 REF: 55
OBJ: 2.I.2 Describe the National
Fire Protection Association® standards related to firefighter safety and
health. NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.1.1 TOP: Firefighter
I
9. Which NFPA® standard sets requirements for care and
maintenance of personal and respiratory protection equipment?
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A.
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1403
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B.
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1582
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C.
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1851
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D.
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1977
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ANS: C PTS: 1 REF: 55
OBJ: 2.I.2 Describe the National
Fire Protection Association® standards related to firefighter safety and
health. NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.1.1 TOP: Firefighter
I
10. Which NFPA® standard specifies the minimum requirements for
department safety and health programs?
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A.
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1407
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B.
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1500
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C.
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1851
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D.
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1977
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ANS: B PTS: 1 REF: 56
OBJ: 2.I.2 Describe the National
Fire Protection Association® standards related to firefighter safety and
health. NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.1.1 TOP: Firefighter
I
11. Which of the following must a fire department’s safety and health
program address?
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A.
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All anticipated hazards to which members may be
exposed
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B.
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All hazards to which members have been exposed in
the past
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C.
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Some anticipated hazards to which members may be
exposed
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D.
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Some hazards which members have been exposed to in
the past
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ANS: A PTS: 1 REF: 56
OBJ: 2.I.2 Describe the National
Fire Protection Association® standards related to firefighter safety and
health. NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.1.1 TOP: Firefighter
I
12. Which of the following is a minimum requirement for protective clothing
and equipment as established by NFPA® 1500?
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A.
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New recruits may not need to train with PPE.
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B.
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Most personnel should be fully equipped with PPE.
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C.
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Protective equipment must meet current NFPA®
design standard.
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D.
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Protective equipment must meet one of the two most
current NFPA® design standards.
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ANS: C PTS: 1 REF: 57
OBJ: 2.I.2 Describe the National
Fire Protection Association® standards related to firefighter safety and
health. NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.1.1 TOP: Firefighter
I
13. According to NFPA® 1500 emergency operations are limited to:
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A.
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those that are required to save the most lives.
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B.
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those that can be safely conducted by personnel on
scene.
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C.
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those that can be started as soon as any personnel
reach the scene.
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D.
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those that can be started as soon as the lives of
all on scene are safe.
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ANS: B PTS: 1 REF: 57
OBJ: 2.I.2 Describe the National
Fire Protection Association® standards related to firefighter safety and
health. NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.1.1 TOP: Firefighter
I
14. NFPA® 1500 requires that departments develop ___, including
an annual medical verification of duty fitness.
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A.
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physical performance standards for all personnel
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B.
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physical performance standards for new personnel
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C.
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physical performance standards for personnel
participating in administrative positions
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D.
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physical performance standards for personnel
participating in emergency operations
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ANS: D PTS: 1 REF: 59
OBJ: 2.I.2 Describe the National
Fire Protection Association® standards related to firefighter safety and
health. NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.1.1 TOP: Firefighter
I
15. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations only
apply to federal employees unless:
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A.
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local jurisdiction exempts the adoption of certain
regulations.
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B.
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federal jurisdiction exempts the adoption of certain
regulations.
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C.
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a federal jurisdiction decides not to adopt part of
the regulations.
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D.
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a state jurisdiction decides to adopt them as part
of local regulations.
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ANS: D PTS: 1 REF: 60
OBJ: 2.I.3 Identify Occupational
Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations and how they relate to
firefighters. NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.1.1
TOP: Firefighter I
16. The goal of the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation is to reduce
fatalities by twenty-five percent within five years and by ___ in ten years.
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A.
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10%
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B.
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15%
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C.
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30%
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D.
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50%
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ANS: D PTS: 1 REF: 61
OBJ: 2.I.3 Identify Occupational
Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations and how they relate to
firefighters. NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.1.1
TOP: Firefighter I
17. What is the goal of the International Association of Fire Chiefs annual
safety stand-down?
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A.
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To focus on firefighters
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B.
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To focus on firefighter safety
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C.
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To focus on firefighter families
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D.
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To focus on firefighter fatalities
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ANS: B PTS: 1 REF: 62
OBJ: 2.I.3 Identify Occupational
Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations and how they relate to
firefighters. NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.1.1
TOP: Firefighter I
18. The risk management model assumes that responders will risk their lives
___ to save savable lives.
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A.
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a lot
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B.
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a little
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C.
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not at all
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D.
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sometimes
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ANS: A PTS: 1 REF: 62
OBJ: 2.I.4 Summarize the model
that supports the concept of risk management.
NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.1.1 TOP: Firefighter I
19. The concept of risk management is based on an assessment of benefits
gained compared to the ___:
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A.
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risks involved.
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B.
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safety-first mindset.
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C.
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loss of life expected.
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D.
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risk to equipment on scene.
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ANS: A PTS: 1 REF: 62
OBJ: 2.I.4 Summarize the model
that supports the concept of risk management.
NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.1.1 TOP: Firefighter I
20. Which of the following is a goal of fire department safety and health
programs?
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A.
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Prevent fires in jurisdiction
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B.
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Prevent high insurance premiums
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C.
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Prevent damage to emergency response equipment
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D.
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Prevent damage to environment during emergency
incidents
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ANS: C PTS: 1 REF: 63
OBJ: 2.I.5 Describe fire
department safety and health programs. | 2.I.6 Summarize firefighter health
awareness issues. NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.1.1 TOP: Firefighter
I
21. Which of the following groups does an Employee Assistance Program offer
assistance to?
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A.
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Firefighters
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B.
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Firefighters and their families
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C.
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Only firefighters with marital problems
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D.
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Only firefighters with drug abuse problems
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ANS: B PTS: 1 REF: 65
OBJ: 2.I.5 Describe fire
department safety and health programs. | 2.I.6 Summarize firefighter health
awareness issues. NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.1.1 TOP: Firefighter
I
22. Which of the following BEST describes the causes of apparatus collisions
a driver/operator is not responsible for?
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A.
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Excessive apparatus speed
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B.
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Reckless driving by the public
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C.
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Improper backing of apparatus
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D.
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Lack of apparatus driving experience
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ANS: B PTS: 1 REF: 66
OBJ: 2.I.7 Summarize safe vehicle
operations.
NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.3.2 | NFPA®
1001, 5.3.3 TOP: Firefighter I
23. The unique characteristics of a fire apparatus can:
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A.
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make it easier to handle.
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B.
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make it more difficult to handle.
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C.
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require driver/operators to drive faster than with
other vehicles.
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D.
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require driver/operators to drive the same as with
other vehicles.
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ANS: B PTS: 1 REF: 68
OBJ: 2.I.7 Summarize safe vehicle
operations.
NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.3.2 | NFPA®
1001, 5.3.3 TOP: Firefighter I
24. When driving a fire apparatus, driver/operators should remember safe
driving begins:
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A.
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before leaving the station.
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B.
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when encountering a problem on-scene.
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C.
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as soon as a problem occurs while driving.
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D.
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when encountering the public when driving to and
from the scene.
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ANS: A PTS: 1 REF: 69
OBJ: 2.I.7 Summarize safe vehicle
operations.
NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.3.2 | NFPA®
1001, 5.3.3 TOP: Firefighter I
25. The distance the apparatus travels from when the driver/operator
realizes the need to stop, until the driver/operator’s foot touches the brake
pedal is:
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A.
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a very brief time.
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B.
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called braking distance.
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C.
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called driver-reaction distance.
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D.
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a longer time than in a private vehicle.
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ANS: C PTS: 1 REF: 70
OBJ: 2.I.7 Summarize safe vehicle
operations.
NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.3.2 | NFPA®
1001, 5.3.3 TOP: Firefighter I
26. Which of the following is the only exception to the rule: never stand on
or in moving apparatus?
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A.
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There is no exception to this rule
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B.
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When the emergency situation requires a firefighter
to stand on a moving apparatus
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C.
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When loading hose and apparatus is moving forward at
5 mph [8 km/h] or less
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D.
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When loading hose and apparatus is moving forward at
10 mph [16 Km/h] or more
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ANS: C PTS: 1 REF: 72
OBJ: 2.I.8 Summarize guidelines
for riding safely on the apparatus.
NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.3.2 TOP: Firefighter I
27. Which of the following is a common safety measure taken when riding on a
fire apparatus?
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A.
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Wear helmet, regardless of cab type
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B.
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Secure all loose tools and equipment
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C.
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Wear hearing protection only after arriving on-scene
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D.
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Be seated and secure belt while apparatus starts
moving
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ANS: B PTS: 1 REF: 72
OBJ: 2.I.8 Summarize guidelines
for riding safely on the apparatus.
NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.3.2 TOP: Firefighter I
28. Which of the following is the BEST description of the main cause of
injuries suffered in fire stations and facilities?
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A.
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Safe behavior
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B.
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Poor nutrition
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C.
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Unsafe behavior
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D.
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Lack of driving skill
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ANS: C PTS: 1 REF: 73
OBJ: 2.I.9 Describe ways to help
prevent accidents and injuries in fire stations and facilities.
NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.1.1 TOP: Firefighter I
29. Which of the following commonly causes slips, trips, and falls in the
fire station?
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A.
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Cluttered surfaces
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B.
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Cooking equipment
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C.
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Lifting heavy objects
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D.
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Toxic cleaning chemicals
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ANS: A PTS: 1 REF: 74
OBJ: 2.I.9 Describe ways to help
prevent accidents and injuries in fire stations and facilities.
NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.1.1 TOP: Firefighter I
30. Which of the following BEST describes ways to prevent back and leg
strains?
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A.
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Lift with straight back and use legs
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B.
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Lift with shoulders and use legs only for balance
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C.
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Lift in an area with plenty of space for maneuvering
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D.
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Lift in an area with others around in case
assistance is needed
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ANS: A PTS: 1 REF: 74
OBJ: 2.I.9 Describe ways to help
prevent accidents and injuries in fire stations and facilities.
NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.1.1 TOP: Firefighter I
31. Firefighters should ___ and put all tools in a ready state before
storing.
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A.
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inspect, clean,
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B.
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modify, clean,
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C.
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modify as needed
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D.
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inspect as needed
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ANS: A PTS: 1 REF: 76
OBJ: 2.I.10 Explain general
guidelines for tool and equipment safety.
NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.3.4 TOP: Firefighter I
32. Any power tool not marked double insulated should:
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A.
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have a two-prong plug.
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B.
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have a three-prong plug.
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C.
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not ever be used outside.
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D.
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not ever be used with an extension cord.
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ANS: B PTS: 1 REF: 76
OBJ: 2.I.10 Explain general
guidelines for tool and equipment safety.
NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.3.4 TOP: Firefighter I
33. Which of the following is a way to prevent accidents with power saws?
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A.
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Use whatever saw is most convenient
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B.
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Refuel gasoline-powered saws immediately
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C.
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Store blades and cutting chains separately
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D.
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Keep blades and cutting chains well sharpened
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ANS: D PTS: 1 REF: 76
OBJ: 2.I.10 Explain general
guidelines for tool and equipment safety.
NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.3.4 TOP: Firefighter I
34. Which of the following is the BEST way to exhibit safe behavior during
training?
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A.
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Remain focused on training exercise at all times.
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B.
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Remain focused on training exercise when it seems
important.
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C.
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Be alert for opportunities to play jokes to increase
crew morale.
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D.
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Be alert for ways the training is not what your
jurisdiction does exactly and point all those issues out.
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ANS: A PTS: 1 REF: 78
OBJ: 2.I.11 Describe ways to
maintain safety in training. NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.1.1
TOP: Firefighter I
35. Live fire training must be conducted according to the requirements of
which NFPA® standard?
|
A.
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1000
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B.
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1403
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C.
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1500
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D.
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1582
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ANS: B PTS: 1 REF: 78
OBJ: 2.I.11 Describe ways to
maintain safety in training. NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.1.1
TOP: Firefighter I
36. Which of the following types of equipment may wear out more quickly?
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A.
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Medical equipment
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B.
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Respiratory equipment
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C.
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Equipment used for training
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D.
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Equipment used for emergency calls
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ANS: C PTS: 1 REF: 78
OBJ: 2.I.11 Describe ways to
maintain safety in training. NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.1.1
TOP: Firefighter I
37. Which of the following BEST summarizes a benefit of the National
Incident Management System (NIMS)?
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A.
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Allows multiple organizations to operate together at
high rise incidents
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B.
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Allows multiple organizations to operate together at
haz mat incidents
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C.
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Provides consistent funding for agencies from
multiple jurisdictions when operating together
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D.
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Provides consistent framework for agencies from
multiple jurisdictions to operate together
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ANS: D PTS: 1 REF: 79
OBJ: 2.I.12 State the practices a
Firefighter I uses for emergency scene preparedness and safety.
NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.1.1 | NFPA®
1001, 5.3.3 TOP: Firefighter I
38. When operating at an emergency scene, why should a firefighter scan the
outside of a building before entry?
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A.
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To assess structural design
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B.
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To assess if entry is possible
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C.
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To locate anyone trapped inside
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D.
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To locate possible escape routes
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ANS: D PTS: 1 REF: 80
OBJ: 2.I.12 State the practices a
Firefighter I uses for emergency scene preparedness and safety.
NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.1.1 | NFPA®
1001, 5.3.3 TOP: Firefighter I
39. When operating at a roadside incident, ensure that floodlights are
deployed to direct light down on the scene without:
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A.
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blinding passing motorists.
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|
B.
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blocking warning signs from view.
|
|
C.
|
using too much power from generators.
|
|
D.
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allowing passing motorists to see the scene.
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ANS: A PTS: 1 REF: 80
OBJ: 2.I.12 State the practices a
Firefighter I uses for emergency scene preparedness and safety.
NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.1.1 | NFPA®
1001, 5.3.3 TOP: Firefighter I
40. Which of the following BEST describes all the factors taken into account
when establishing on-scene control zones?
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A.
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Hazard present, weather conditions
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B.
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Hazard present, amount of people present
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|
C.
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Work area needed, time of day, weather conditions
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D.
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Work area needed, hazard present, weather conditions
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ANS: D PTS: 1 REF: 83
OBJ: 2.I.13 Summarize general
guidelines for scene management including highway incidents, crowd control, and
cordoning off emergency scenes.
NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.1.1 | NFPA® 1001,
5.3.3 TOP: Firefighter I
41. The area that must be kept clear in case a piece of a structure
collapses during an incident is called the:
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A.
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cold zone.
|
|
B.
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control zone.
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|
C.
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collapse zone.
|
|
D.
|
crowd control zone.
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ANS: C PTS: 1 REF: 84
OBJ: 2.I.13 Summarize general
guidelines for scene management including highway incidents, crowd control, and
cordoning off emergency scenes.
NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.1.1 | NFPA®
1001, 5.3.3 TOP: Firefighter I
42. Which of the following is the BEST description of personnel
accountability systems?
|
A.
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Systems that assist in keeping track of personnel’s
expenses
|
|
B.
|
Systems that assist in keeping track of firefighters
in the fire station
|
|
C.
|
Systems that assist in keeping track of personnel’s
use of equipment
|
|
D.
|
Systems that assist in keeping track of firefighters
at an emergency scene
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ANS: D PTS: 1 REF: 85
OBJ: 2.I.14 Explain the
importance of personnel accountability.
NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.3.5 TOP: Firefighter I
43. Which personnel accountability system uses an Accountability Officer to
track expected exit times based on the pressure of the team’s lowest SCBA
reading?
|
A.
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Passport system
|
|
B.
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SCBA tag system
|
|
C.
|
Control board system
|
|
D.
|
Electronic accountability system
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ANS: B PTS: 1 REF: 86
OBJ: 2.I.14 Explain the
importance of personnel accountability.
NAT: NFPA® 1001, 5.3.5 TOP: Firefighter I
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