S-130 Flashcard

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What is fire behavior?

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The way in which a fire behaves

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What is fire weather?

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Conditions that increase the risk of wildfires

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What is fire suppression?

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Methods and techniques used to extinguish or control fires.

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What is firefighter safety?

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Measures and precautions to protect firefighters from harm or injury.

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What is wildland fire terminology?

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Specific terms and vocabulary used to describe and communicate about wildfires and fire management.

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What factors influence fire behavior?

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Fuel, weather, and topography.

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What is the main goal of fire suppression?

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To extinguish or control fires

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What is the acronym LCES stand for in firefighter safety?

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Lookouts, Communications, Escape Routes, and Safety Zones

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What is the definition of a fireline?

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A fireline is a cleared area or strip of land that is free from vegetation and other combustible materials, created to prevent the spread of a fire.

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What is the purpose of a fire shelter?

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The purpose of a fire shelter is to provide temporary protection from heat and flames during a wildfire.