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WorksheetsFIRE CADET THEORY PRACTICE (Mixed chapters)
Total questions: 86
Worksheet time: 1hrs 4mins
What is the optimal operating angle of a ground ladder?
25 degrees
33 degrees
45 degrees
75 degrees
80 degrees
What are the 4 parts to the Fire Tetrahedron
oxygen
heat
air
fuel
self sustaining chemical reaction
This type of heat transfer method causes the circulation in a liquid or gas.
Conduction
Convection
Radiation
The Sun's energy is an example of this type of heat transfer method.
Convection
Radiation
Conduction
Insulating materials slow this type of heat transfer.
Conduction
Convection
Radiation
What are the 4 types of forcible entry tools?
Cutting, prying/spreading, pushing/pulling, striking/battering
hand tools, cutting, smashing, pushing/pulling
pushing/pulling, penetrating, prying/spreading, smashing
Chemical reactions that release thermal energy of heat are exothermic reactions.
True
False
Which type of rope is used for Water Rescue?
Polyolefin rope
Natural fiber rope
kernmantle rope
double braided rope
How many times does water expand when it is turned into steam?
170 times
1000 times
1600 times
1700 times
2000 times
What type of ladder is pictured?
attic ladder
extension ladder
wall ladder
roof ladder
balcony ladder
What type of ladder is pictured?
Attic ladder
Roof ladder
Extension ladder
Balcony ladder
The conversion of water into steam is an example of an ....
endothermic reaction
exothermic reaction
chemical ladder reaction
precipitation reaction
The picture shows the correct ladder placement for...
Entry/egress and/or rescue
Applying a hose stream
Ventilation
The picture shows the correct ladder placement for...
entry/egress
rescue
ventilation
applying a hose stream
The picture shows the correct ladder placement for....
entry/egress or rescue
ventilation
applying a hose stream
What rank is associated with this insignia?
Fire Chief
Platoon Chief
Station Captain
Chief of Training
A Major Crew is comprised of a Captain and...
One firefighter
Two fire district chiefs
A chief
Two or more firefighters
The phonetic for "P" is...
Papa
Paul
Platoon
Padron
Match the Extinguisher to the the second square
Class A
Class B
Class D
Class C
Class K
What are the Core Values of the Edmonton Fire Rescue Services?
Rescue, Fire Control, HazMat, Technical Rescue
Fire Under Control, Primary Complete, Fire Out, Secondary Complete
Earth, Wind, Fire, Heart
Service, Safety, Relationships, Teamwork
What is the order of tactical priorities for Incident Command? (Priority 1-4)
Rescue, Salvage, Fire Control, Safety
Safety, Rescue, Fire Control, Salvage
Safety, Salvage, Rescue, Fire Control
Fire Control, Rescue, Safety, Salvage
When reading smoke conditions, what are 4 factors that you must consider?
volume, velocity, colour, & density
wind direction, wind speed, ambient temperature, & relative humidity
temperature, colour, fuel source, & location
height, width, depth, & area
A Minor Crew is comprised of a Captain and...
One firefighter
Two fire fighters
Three or more firefighters
No fire fighters/other personnel
The phonetic for "M" is...
Mike
Mark
Mama
MIchelle
What pressure does the Vibra Alert activate on a SCBA? (60 minute bottle)
500 psi
1000 psi
1100 psi
1200 psi
1300 psi
What size of of hose(s) can be connected to a hydrant?
38mm
44mm
65mm
150mm
125mm
What type of Nozzle is pictured?
Master Stream Nozzle
Akron Fog Nozzle
Piercing Nozzle
Quick Attack Nozzle
Straight Stream Nozzle
When laddering a roof, how many rungs should be above the roof line?
0 rungs, the tip of the ladder should be flush with the roof line
1-2 rungs should be above the roof line
3-5 rungs should be above the roof line
5-7 rungs should be above the roof line
What are the 4 types of hose damage?
Abrasion, Chemical, Organic, Thermal
Erosion, Mechanical, Organic, Chemical
Inorganic, Organic, Electrical, Chemical
Chemical, Mechanical, Organic, Thermal
Abrasion, Mechanical, Thermal, Chemical
The phonetic for "K" is...
Kanga
Kayak
Kamloops
Kill
Kilo
What coupling should be at the inside of a roll?
Male connection
Female connection
Transgender connection
Does not matter
What does the mnemonic PASS stand for
Pull the pin, Aim the nozzle, Squeeze the trigger, Sweep
Place the pin, Aim the nozzle, Squeeze the trigger, Sweep
Pull the pin, Aim the nozzle, Seek the fire, Sweep
Pop the pin, Actuate the nozzle, Squeeze the trigger, Sweep
Match the layers of protection in a Bunker Coat.
1: Outer shell, 2: Moisture Barrier, 3: Thermal Barrier
1: Outer shell, 2: Thermal Barrier, 3: Moisture Barrier
1: Moisture Barrier, 2: Thermal Barrier, 3: Outer Shell
The phonetic for "R" is...
Rodger
Rick
Romeo
Rome
List the types of rope.
A: Laid, B: Braided, C: Braid on braid, D: Kernmantle
A: Natural fiber, B: Braid on Braid, C: Laid rope, D: Kernmantle
A: Kernmantle, B: Braid on braid, C: Natural Fiber, D: Laid
What type of hydrant is pictured?
Dead-End Hydrant
Residential Hydrant
Residual Pressure Hydrant
Circulating loop hydrant
The City of Edmonton utilizes which type of Fire Hydrant?
Fresno Hydrant
Residential Hydrant
Dry Barrel Hydrant
Wet Barrel Hydrant
What does PAR stand for?
Plan of Action Report
Personal Action Required
Personnel Action Report
Personnel Accountability Report
When do you call PAR?
when assigned RIC
when entering a structure
when leaving a structure
when rescuing patients
whenever command calls for a PAR
The purpose of a Building Search is to locate and rescue fire victims; and to find, extinguish, and report fire extension.
True
False
List 3 Indicators that a Fire Stream has been applied properly.
Darkening Down
Dark Smoke
White Smoke/Steam
Rapid Temperature Fluctuation
Increased Visibility
What are the 3 methods of Fire Attack?
Direct Attack
Exterior Attack
Interior Attack
Combination Attack
Indirect Attack
The phonetic for "O" is...
(a)
What type of Nozzle is pictured?
Master Stream Nozzle
Piercing Nozzle
Quick Attack Nozzle
Straight Stream Nozzle
What is the best way to protect occupants of a high-rise building when a fire occurs?
Evacuate
Protect in Place
Protect on the Move
Terminate
Ignore
A Primary Search is a rapid, but thorough, search to determine the location of victims; performed either before or during fire suppression operations.
True
False
A Secondary Search can be performed before the fire is under control.
True
False
This picture illustrates the proper ladder placement to "break glass".
False
True
Thermal Layering is the layering of heated gasses according to temperature - the hottest gasses tend to be sandwiched in the middle.
False
True
Ventilation must be coordinated with Fire Attack.
True
False
List 3 disadvantages of forced air (PPV) ventilation.
Air currents are kept to a minimum.
Can potentially "feed" the fire with oxygen.
Must be coordinated with another sector.
Requires special equipment
It is not controlled easily.
What are the Edmonton Fire Rescue Services Core Functions?
First Response to Medical Events.
Fire Suppression.
Motor Vehicle Collision Responses.
Fire Prevention Programs.
Specialized Rescue Responses.
The phonetic for "H" is...
(a)
The side of the building that the Wind is striking is know as the?
Windward side
Leeward side
None of the above
A Fire Service Officer can effectively supervise how many firefighters?
1-5
2-4
3-7
1-12
The phonetic for "F" is...
(a)
What is Type one Building construction?
Noncombustible or Limited Combustible Construction
Fire Resistive Construction
Heavy Timber Construction
Wood Frame Construction
Ordinary Construction
What type of Wall is pictured?
Partition wall
Party wall
The great wall
Fire Wall
Noisy neighbor mitigation wall
Check all the Ignition & Burning Characteristics of wood.
Density
Size & form of wood
Rate of preheating
Moisture content
Ignition source
Which is NOT an Organizing Principle?
span of control
teamwork
discipline
unity of command
What are the stages of a fire (1 is first 4 is last)
1:Growth, 2:Fully developed, 3 Decay, 4:Incipient
1:Growth, 2:Incipent, 3:Fully developed, 4:Decay
1:Incipent, 2:Growth, 3:Fully developed, 4:Decay
1:Growth, 2:Incipent, 3:Decay, 4:Fully developed
Check the indicators of imminent Building Collapse.
cracks or separations in walls, floors, or ceilings.
fire is above floors that support heavy machinery.
structural members pulling away from walls.
walls appear to be leaning.
curtailed fire exposure to structural members.
A Collapse Zone should be what distance away from a building?
equal to the height of the building.
1.5 times the height of the building.
2 times the height of the building.
2.5 times the height of the building.
What does LUNAR stand for?
Location, Unit, Name, Assignment, Resources
Location, Unit, Needs, Action, Resources
Location, Unit, Needs, Assignment, Resources
Location, Unit, Needs, Assignment, Risk
The phonetic for "W" is...
(a)
"Try before you Pry" means to ensure the tool is working properly before using it for forcible entry.
False
True
Oxygen is combustible.
True
False
Which in NOT a state of matter?
Gas
Fuel
Liquid
Solid
Highly flammable gasses such as Methane, if exposed to an ignition source, will combust at:
below the LEL
above the UEL
when it reaches 100% concentration
between the LEL and the UEL
All of the following are precursors to potential flashover except
roll over
free burning
fast white smoke
high temperatures
The Higbee cut is the same as the Higbee indicator.
True
False
The SCBA console gauge is on the left shoulder strap.
True
False
The maximum useable horizontal reach of water stream is attained at what angle?
20-24 degrees
25-39 degrees
30-34 degresss
35-45 degrees
Which is the BEST reason to call MAYDAY?
Your crew is caught in a flashover
Unable to find an exit in 60 seconds
Find a downed firefighter
You have fallen through a floor
Which of the following should NOT be hoisted?
Chain saw
fire axe
pike pole
fire extinguisher
Secondary Search in progress
Primary Search in progress
Primary Search complete
Secondary Search complete
Most Schools are Type I Building Construction.
True
False
Water is compressible.
True
False
Which tie is best suited for tying 2 pieces of webbing together?
Bowline Knot
Prusik Hitch
Ring Bend
Clove hitch
When using an extinguisher, what does the mnemonic REACT stand for?
Rescue, Ensure door closed, Activate alarm, Call 911, Teamwork
Respond, Ensure door closed, Activate alarm, Call 911, Try to extinguish
Rescue, Ensure door closed, Arson, Call 911, Try to extinguish
Rescue, Ensure door closed, Activate alarm, Call 911, Try to extinguish
The definition of Structural Load is:
any force(s) that work against a structure's ability to remain standing, (ie wind, gravity).
the amount of potential fuel available for fire to burn.
the building contents, occupants, & weight of snow rain on the roof.
the weight of the building and any attached features such as HVAC units, etc.
Which is NOT ONE of the four Benchmarks that Incident Command must meet?
Rescue
Fire is out
Primary search complete
Secondary search complete
The phonetic for "Z" is...
(a)
Spell the Fire Chief's last name.
(a)
Code 100 stands for...
Crew member injured requires EMS assistance
Unit threatened and requires EPS assistance.
Flashover imminent
A chemical of unknown origin has been discoverd
I hope this practice quiz was helpful! I would really appreciate any and all feedback you could offer. (suggestions, errors, whether you liked it or not, etc.)
Thanks!
-Owen
