Chapter 20 Quiz C.C

Which would be a responsibility of a fire fighter II at a structural fire? (933)

• Determine the origin of a fire

• Take note of unusual fire behaviour

• Brief the media about the cause of a fire

• Conduct a detailed analysis and investigation

Who is in charge of conducting an in-depth analysis of the fire scene and fire cause evidence? (934)

• PIO

• Fire fighter II

• Fire Investigator

• City code of enforcement

When searching for the area of origin, firefighters must always: (936)

• Wait until the scene has been cleared of debris

• Be accompanied by a fire investigator or law enforcement officer

• Carry rubber gloves and plastic bags in case they find any fire cause evidence

• Wear PPE and respiratory protection until the atmosphere is determined to be safe

In a structure fire, searching for the area of origin begins: (936)

• At the same time as fire attack

• As soon as a trained investigator arrives

• On the exterior and moves to the interior of the structure

• On the interior of the structure and moves to the exterior

How should a firefighter treat evidence that he or she finds at a fire scene? (951)

• Protect it without touching or disturbing it, if possible

• Move it to a central evidence location outside the structure

• Bring all evidence to the fire investigator or officer in charge

• Attempt to clean the soot and residue, then bag the evidence

Documenting evidence that is removed from a fire scene is an example of preserving the: (953)

• Spoilation

• Right of entry

• Chain of custody

• Jurisdiction of evidence

What must be present in order to determine fire cause? (942)

• Ignition sequence

• An incendiary device

• Malicious or illegal behavior

• High speed wind or air flow

Why is it important to determine the cause of a fire? (942)

• It is a legal requirement

• It is required by insurance companies

• It can help prevent similar fires from happening in the future

• It is necessary in order to collect reimbursements from agencies

Which classification of fire occurs when humans are NOT involved? (946)

• Natural

• Accidental

• Incendiary

• Undetermined

Evidence preservation is the responsibility of: (946)

• The fire chief

• The fire investigator

• All firefighters on scene

• Law enforcement personnel