WorksheetsFirefighter SCBA Knowledge Quiz
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
What should a firefighter do if an SCBA inspection reveals that repairs are necessary?
Document the needed repairs, then report them at the next staff meeting
Perform the repairs
Immediately report the needed repairs to the appropriate person
Discard the SCBA unit
When refilling an SCBA cylinder, firefighters must:
be directly supervised by a company officer.
first empty the cylinder completely before refilling it to the required pressure.
wear full structural personal protective equipment.
ensure that the cylinder is completely full, but not over pressurized.
When exchanging an empty SCBA air cylinder for a full cylinder, remember to:
keep empty cylinders separate from full cylinders.
tag empty cylinders for inspection.
store empty and full cylinders in the same location.
store the empty cylinders inside the apparatus cab.
Improperly cleaned or maintained PPE:
must be used only for training evolutions.
should be disposed of immediately.
must be worn with caution.
can cause illness or injury.
According to the buddy system,
every firefighter is only responsible for his or her own safety.
firefighters should remain within 25 feet (8 meters) of a teammate at all times.
firefighters must work in teams of at least two members in all hazardous situations.
members may work alone in a hazardous environment as long as they are wearing a PASS device.
A firefighter should never alter PPE because it may void the manufacturer's warranty and:
end his or her employment contract.
increase the amount of required maintenance.
decrease the trade-in value.
endanger his or her life.
What is a safety consideration for PPE?
Always modify PPE so that it fits better.
Never share a piece of gear with another firefighter.
Wearing wet PPE is recommended to reduce interior heat.
Never wear PPE that does not fit.
How can firefighters overcome limitations caused by SCBA weight and decreased mobility?
Trade SCBA with another firefighter
Train with the units they will use on the fireground
Regularly inspect and clean equipment
Report limitations to the training officer
After doffing SCBA, always remember to:
tighten all of the facepiece and harness straps.
clean and disinfect the facepiece.
open the cylinder and bypass valves.
manually turn on the PASS device alarm.
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations require that all personnel at roadway incidents wear:
SCBA.
fusees.
protective hoods.
high-visibility vests.
How can firefighters protect themselves against health hazards caused by inhaling smoke and other products of combustion?
Healthy diet and exercise
Regular checkups with a physician
Using eye protection
Wearing respiratory protection equipment
Donning SCBA from a seat mount should only be done if:
responding to a hazardous materials incident.
it can be accomplished without removing the apparatus seat belt.
using an SCBA with a regulator that is attached to the waist belt harness.
the SCBA is stored in a protective case.
Which SCBA limitation would a firefighter be able to overcome through physical fitness and regular medical evaluations?
Lack of visibility
Claustrophobia
Insufficient lung capacity
The weight of the SCBA unit
What PPE should be worn during structural fire fighting operations?
Protective hood
Face/neck shroud
One-piece jumpsuit
Removable heat shield
Who is usually in charge of performing annual SCBA inspection and maintenance?
Fire department mechanic
Firefighter I
Fire Chief
Factory-qualified technician
Which SCBA component includes a speaking diaphragm that allows firefighters to communicate with teammates?
Heads-up display
PASS device
Facepiece assembly
Regulator assembly
Prior to donning SCBA, firefighters should:
turn off the PASS device.
check the air cylinder gauge to make sure the cylinder is at least half full.
turn off the low pressure alarm.
check the air cylinder gauge to make sure the cylinder is full.
While using SCBA, always remember to:
work alone so that you can conserve air.
turn the air supply off just before exiting a hazardous area.
rely on the radio as the only method of team contact.
frequently check the air supply status.
Which SCBA component attaches to the SCBA facepiece and directly controls airflow to the wearer?
PASS device
Regulator
Heads-up display
Air cylinder
Which emergency exit indicator would signal the need to immediately exit the hazardous area?
Change in the operational strategy
Completion of the assignment objective
Stabilization of the emergency situation
Activation of the SCBA low-pressure air alarm
