- In what mode of combustion is a visible flame produced?A.KineticB.FlamingC.PotentialD.Nonflaming
- Which of the following BEST describes how understanding the physical science of fire can help firefighters?A.It keeps radiant heat from igniting fuel.B.It keeps flaming combustion from beginning.C.It translates into practical knowledge of fire behavior.D.It helps in stopping rapid fire behavior from developing.
- A collapse zone must be established when:A.a defensive strategy has been adopted.B.there is no evidence of structural instability.C.mortar between masonry shows no sign of deterioration.D.furnishings and finishes do not overwhelm fire suppression systems.
- Which of the following BEST describes when structural collapse may occur?A.It can occur when all the factors are met.B.It can only occur before fire suppression.C.It can only occur during fire suppression.D.It can occur well after the fire is extinguished.
- What building component is designed to support the weight of a building and all its contents?A.WallB.RoofC.FoundationD.Floor/Ceiling
- The potential chemical energy of fuel in fire behavior is converted to:A.sound energy.B.thermal energy.C.electrical energy.D.mechanical energy.
- Which of the following must be considered when deciding the size of a collapse zone?A.Local adopted building codesB.Number of personnel on-sceneC.Type of building construction and safest location for personnelD.Number of personnel on-scene and type of building construction
- What type of common building material includes bricks, stones, and concrete blocks?A.WoodB.MetalC.MasonryD.Lath and Plaster
- In what fire stage is structural collapse very likely?A.IncipientB.GrowthC.Fully developedD.Decay
- Which of the following construction types has walls, floors, and ceilings that must be able to resist fire for three to four hours?A.Type IB.Type IIIC.Type IVD.Type V
- ___ must follow a broadcast process that begins with a clear statement that alerts all listeners.A.Arrival reportsB.Emergency radio trafficC.Tactical progress reportsD.Additional resource requests
- Which of the following can be the result of rapidly cooling cast iron with water?A.It may crack or shatter.B.It may gain tensile strength.C.It may lose small portions from the surface.D.It may elongate as much as 4 inches (100 mm).
- Which type of roof is used whenever large open floor spaces with limited interior support is needed?A.LanternB.MansardC.SawtoothD.Bowstring truss
- What construction type is composed of materials that will not contribute to fire development or spread?A.Type IB.Type IIC.Type IIID.Type IV
- Green wood has a high ___ that affects burn rate.A.spalling pointB.heat resistanceC.moisture contentD.failure temperature
- Units or individuals must ___ in every transmission as outlined in the local radio protocols.A.use filler phrasesB.repeat themselvesC.identify themselvesD.use overemphasized speech
- Which of the following is an example of how to avoid ambient noise?A.Using clear textB.Moving out of the windC.Avoiding the use of radiosD.Removing PPE to use as a shield
- When operating at an emergency scene, why should a firefighter scan the outside of a building before entry?A.To assess structural designB.To assess if entry is possibleC.To locate anyone trapped insideD.To locate possible escape routes
- Which of the following fire service organizational principles works to prevent duplication of effort?A.Span of controlB.Division of laborC.Unity of commandD.Chain of command
- When operating at a roadside incident, ensure that floodlights are deployed to direct light down on the scene without:A.blinding passing motorists.B.blocking warning signs from view.C.using too much power from generators.D.allowing passing motorists to see the scene.