Chapter 19 & 20 Fire Fighter Test

​A threaded stem indicates the valve position on which sprinkler control valve? Select one: A. Post indicator B. Butterfly C. Gate D. Outside stem and yoke

​How are rehabilitation concerns affected by cold weather? Select one: A. Recommended fluid intake is reduced B. Drinking hot liquids should be prohibited C. Rehab should include access to dry clothing D. PPE reduces the likelihood of hypothermia

​The body's ability to absorb fluid is limited to approximately __________ per hour. Select one: A. 1 quart (1 L) B. 1 gallon (4 L) C. 1 ounce (30 mL) D. 1 pint (0.5 L)

​What is a primary goal of rehabilitation? Select one: A. Minimizing exposure to critical incident stress B. “Recharge the body's batteries” C. Restoring normal body temperature D. Replacement of SCBA cylinders

​Which action must be performed before beginning the seven part rehab process? Select one: A. Field reduction of contaminants B. Medical assessment C. SCBA cylinder refill D. Rehydration

​Who plans ahead to make sure there is a fresh or rested crew ready to rotate with a crew that needs rehabilitation? Select one: A. The staging officer B. The logistics section chief C. The company officer D. The incident commander

​A long section of protective material used to protect flooring or carpet is a: Select one: A. floor runner. B. salvage mat. C. carpet cover. D. floor roll.

​During salvage operations, rolls of polyethylene film are particularly useful for protecting: Select one: A. high-piled stock. B. long surfaces. C. office equipment. D. cabinets/bookshelves.

​During salvage, what should be done with any pictures on the walls? Select one: A. They should be placed face-down under a bed B. They should be removed and placed with the furniture C. They should be left in place and turned toward the wall D. They should be left in place and covered with plastic sheeting

​How is a sprinkler wedge used to stop flow from an activated sprinkler? Select one: A. Tap two wedges into place above and below the deflector B. Push two wedges together from opposite sides between the orifice and the deflector C. Insert the wedge into the orifice and drive it into place with a striking tool D. Tap a wedge into place between the orifice and the deflector

​If individual sprinkler heads cannot be shut off, what should be done to stop the flow of water? Select one: A. Close the main sprinkler control valve B. Open the system drain valve C. Close the water service valve at the water meter D. Open the fire department connection outside

​In most cases, what is the best way to quickly stop the flow from a single sprinkler head? Select one: A. Install a replacement head B. Close the branch line valve C. Insert a sprinkler wedge D. Replace the bulb or link

​Where do salvage operations usually begin? Select one: A. On the floor below the fire floor B. In the least damaged area C. As close to the seat of the fire as possible D. In high-value areas

​Which hazard is of particular concern during salvage? Select one: A. Fire in void spaces B. Unnecessary water damage C. Structural collapse D. Rekindle

​Which items are best overhauled outside the structure? Select one: A. Books/documents B. Appliances C. Furniture D. Clothing/wardrobe

​Which tool will be needed to shut off a main sprinkler control valve without the necessary key? Select one: A. Vise-grips B. A pry bar C. A pipe wrench D. Bolt cutters

​A PPE ensemble weighs at least: Select one: A. 60 lb (27 kg). B. 40 lb (18 kg). C. 75 lb (34 kg). D. 25 lb (11 kg).

​According to the USFA, self-rehab should be required after a fire fighter has consumed __________ 30-minute SCBA bottles(s). Select one: A. It varies with weather conditions. B. one C. two D. three

​Drinks that contain __________ should be avoided for fluid replacement. Select one: A. sugar B. salt C. caffeine D. electrolytes

​Fire fighters wearing fully encapsulated suits are particularly susceptible to: Select one: A. heat stress. B. cardiac arrhythmia. C. respiratory injury. D. mechanical injury.

​How does PPE prevent evaporative cooling? Select one: A. The liner reflects evaporative heat B. The thermal barrier prevents heat transfer C. Perspiration is absorbed in the layers D. The vapor barrier limits evaporation of sweat

​How should fire fighters be released from rehabilitation? Select one: A. Personnel should be released on an as-needed basis B. Personnel should check out in the same order that they checked in C. Individuals should be released as they complete the rehab process D. All members of a company should be released together

​In much the same way as an engine runs on diesel fuel, the human body runs on: Select one: A. fats. B. protein. C. oxygen. D. glucose.

​In which type of incident is the rehab center located farthest from the operational area? Select one: A. Hazardous materials B. Residential C. Confined space D. High-rise

​Nutrition during extended-duration incidents should emphasize: Select one: A. complete, balanced meals. B. high-protein, high-fat foods. C. fluid and electrolyte replacement. D. carbohydrate loading.

​Personal protective equipment has the greatest effect on which body function? Select one: A. Perfusion B. Respiration C. Cellular metabolism D. Temperature regulation

​Safety begins with: Select one: A. realistic training. B. taking care of yourself. C. leadership by example. D. developing good habits.

​A grounding rod is most likely to be found on which item? Select one: A. Inverter B. Junction box C. Lighting tower D. Portable generator

​In general, when should a sprinkler system be shut down? Select one: A. When overhaul is complete B. When the fire is completely extinguished C. When the fire is under control D. Prior to beginning salvage operations

​What is a common location for a post indicator valve? Select one: A. On the main system riser B. In a utility or mechanical room C. Next to the water meter D. On an exterior wall

​What is a common salvage operation? Select one: A. Pulling ceilings B. Utility control C. Covering ventilation openings D. Determining the cause and origin of the fire

​What is the term for efforts made to protect property and belongings from damage? Select one: A. Overhaul B. Loss control C. Recovery D. Salvage

​What should be done when a small tear is found in a salvage cover? Select one: A. Apply duct tape over the tear B. Return the cover to the manufacturer for repair C. Repair the tear with a vulcanizing-type patch D. Remove the cover from service

​Which device interrupts the current when there is a problem with an electrical ground? Select one: A. GFI B. ECB C. EGR D. GCI

​Which is a common use of a crowbar in overhaul operations? Select one: A. Separation of debris B. Opening walls and ceilings C. Removal of window and door casings D. Removal of roofing material

​Which is the best option for extinguishing hot spots during overhaul? Select one: A. Garden hose B. Small-diameter hose line C. 2.5 gallon water or Class A fire extinguisher D. Medium-diameter hose line

​Which of the following methods offers a firefighter the safest way to reduce the possibility of inhalation exposures? Select one: A. Don't remove SCBA at all. B. Don't remove SCBA until ‘all clear' is given. C. Use a multi-gas meter to determine if SCBA can be removed. D. Test the atmosphere and determine if the it is safe to remove SCBA.

​If overhaul operations may disturb possible evidence, what should fire fighters do before continuing with their work? Select one: A. Wait for investigators to examine it B. Have a law enforcement officer evaluate the situation C. Take photos or make sketches of the evidence in an undisturbed state D. Tag and bag the evidence

​The risk of rekindle exists even if as little as _____ of the original fire is left smoldering. Select one: A. 1 percent B. 15 percent C. 5 percent D. 10 percent

​Which item is commonly used to improvise a water chute? Select one: A. Hard suction hose B. Water vacuum C. Attic ladder D. Pike poles