Block Exam 3 Fire Academy

Block Exam 3 Fire Academy 1. The street, or address side of the structure is termed: - ✔✔A. Division A. 2. Which of the following has the highest priority for a radio transmission? - ✔✔B. Emergency traffic from a unit ...

Block Exam 3 Fire Academy 1. The street, or address side of the structure is termed: - ✔✔A. Division A. 2. Which of the following has the highest priority for a radio transmission? - ✔✔B. Emergency traffic from a unit working at a fire or rescue 3. The telecommunicator's first responsibility is to: - ✔✔A. obtain the information that is required to dispatch the appropriate units to the correct location. 4. Before transmitting any information over the fire department radio, a firefighter should: - ✔✔D. listen to be sure the channel is not being used. 5. Why is loss control important in the community? * - ✔✔A) It builds goodwill. 6. In the Incident Command System (ICS), the functional area responsible for all incident activities, including the development and implementation of strategic decisions, is: - ✔✔D. Command. 7. When can salvage procedures be started? - ✔✔A) At the same time as fire attack 8. The term for a roll call taken by a supervisor at an emergency incident is a: - ✔✔D. Personnel Accountability Report. 9. When referring to ladders, the term "tie rod" is used to describe a metal rod running from: - ✔✔A. one beam to the other. 10. When a ladder is raised, it should be placed at an angle of approximately _____ to ensure a safe climb. - ✔✔B. 75° 11. Which of the following statements about canvas salvage covers is MOST accurate? - ✔✔D) They should be completely dry before being folded and placed in service. 12. Which of the following are driven into walls or wooden framing to provide a strong point from which to hang things and are most often used to hang salvage covers on walls to protect wall-mounted book cases and shelving units? * - ✔✔A) J-hooks 13. Which of the following is the most common method for two firefighters to deploy a large salvage cover? - ✔✔A) Balloon throw 14. Which of the following is one of the most practical methods of removing water that comes through the ceiling from upper floors? - ✔✔A) Removing water with chutes 15. Why should openings be covered? - ✔✔D) Prevents further damage to the property by weather 16. Which of the following is NOT a part of overhaul? * - ✔✔B) Determining the method of fire attack 17. Which of the following is one of the most common and dangerous threats during overhaul? - ✔✔D) Toxic gases 18. When a Company Officer arrives first on a fire scene, the officer is in command until: - ✔✔B. a chief officer arrives and may choose to assume command. 19. An employee becomes frustrated because he/she cannot comply with conflicting orders from different bosses. This situation was caused by a violation of: - ✔✔D. unity of command. 20. Under normal conditions, only a / an _____ may order multiple alarms or additional resources for large-scale incidents. - ✔✔D. incident commander 21. In order for the Incident Command System to function properly, it must contain all of the following components except: - ✔✔C. all personnel from a single agency. 22. It is important that the communication center be kept advised of the actions taken at emergency scenes. Situation status/progress reports should include all of the following except: - ✔✔D. number of units in staging. 23. Fire departments that operate radio equipment must hold radio licenses from the: - ✔✔C. Federal Communications Commission 24. In fire departments that have access to multiple radio channels, emergency operations should be: - ✔✔D. Both A and C are correct. 25. A special communications device which allows the hearing or speech impaired to communicate via telephone is known as a _____ system. - ✔✔B. TDD/TTY text phone 26. The important difference between Basic 911 and Enhanced 911 is that: - ✔✔A. enhanced systems have the capability to provide the caller's telephone number and address. 27. Which of the following is used to remove door frames, window frames, and baseboards? - ✔✔B) Prying tools 28. Which of the following is one of the major staff functions/components of the Incident Command System? - ✔✔B. Plans 29. The arrival report should contain: - ✔✔A. a situation evaluation, the attack mode selected, the person in command. 30. The report given to the incident commander from an interior crew which tells the incident commander that the fire is controlled would be a/an: - ✔✔B. situation status/progress report. 31. Which of the following is a telecommunications system? - ✔✔A. Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) 32. What is one way that fire service ladders are different from ladders for private industry or general use? - ✔✔C. Fire service ladders provide a greater margin of safety. 33. Which of the following statements about removing large victims is most accurate? - ✔✔B. Large victims are lowered by two rescuers on ladders placed side by side. 34. Which of the following BEST describes a way to secure a firefighter to a ladder while performing work? - ✔✔A. Leg lock 35. To move a tool to a roof or upper floor during an emergency operation, a firefighter should: - ✔✔C. carry the tool with one hand, slide the free hand under the ladder beam. 36. Which of the following describes the BEST technique for ascending a ladder with the least amount of bounce and sway? - ✔✔A. Climb smoothly and rhythmically. 37. Which of the following is used to carry debris or provide a basin for immersing smoldering material? - ✔✔D) Carryall, buckets, and tubs 38. Which of the following would be considered a nonemergency call? - ✔✔B. An appointment reminder 39. What communication category is defined as messages transmitted within the fire department? - ✔✔B. Internal communications 40. What should be available for the extinguishment of hidden fires during overhaul? - ✔✔A) Charged hoselines 41. To check for hidden fire by touch, firefighters should feel walls and floors for heat with: - ✔✔D) the back of the hand. 42. The process of looking for fire extension should begin: - ✔✔D) as soon as possible after the fire has been declared under control. 43. Heeling and tying in are two methods of: - ✔✔C. preventing movement of the ladder away from the building. 44. How should the fly section be positioned in relation to the structure on an extension ladder? - ✔✔C. Most metal and fiberglass ladders are designed to be used with the fly out, away from the structure. 45. Which of the following must be done before raising a ladder? - ✔✔D.Check for overhead wires or electrical equipment. 46. The Occupational Health and Safety Administration requires ladders be kept a distance of at least _____ from electrical lines. - ✔✔C. 3 meters (10 feet) 47. Which of the following describes the BEST placement of a ladder to be used for entry or rescue from a window? * - ✔✔A. Ladder tip slightly below sill, or wedged under sill lip 48. Which of the following BEST describes the two means of escape required when personnel are working on a roof or upper story? - ✔✔D. At least two ladders at remote locations from one another 49. Ground ladders should be service tested before being placed in service, ___ while in service, and after use that exposes the ladder to high heat or rough treatment. * - ✔✔B. once each year 50. When fire has burned around windows or doors: * - ✔✔B) there is a possibility that fire remains within the frames or casings.