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  • At a bulk transport incident, firefighters must:
  • In wall framing, what term describes an upright post in the framework of a wall for supporting sheets of lath and plaster or wallboard?
  • Which of the following is a feature affecting heat exposure integrity?
  • Which term describes equipment approved for use in flammable atmospheres and must be incapable of releasing enough electrical energy to ignite the atmosphere?
  • Vehicle windows made with laminated safety glass consist of which arrangement?
  • Which action should be taken to manage the collapse zone when collapse is suspected?
  • What is Physical Evidence?
  • Orange colored sprinkler systems can have a temperature rating up to
  • A parapet is defined as which of the following?
  • What defines direct evidence?
  • PFDs must be approved by which authorities?
  • What is the concealed space between the top floor and the roof of a structure called?
  • Which home type is assembled on-site from factory-made modules joined on-site?
  • What does IDLH stand for in firefighting contexts?
  • Which system is the supplemental restraint system (SRS) primarily associated with?
  • Collecting everything from the scene as evidence usually leads to what kind of conclusion?
  • Which action should be avoided when service testing fire hose because it can cause damage to the hose?
  • Drywall is defined as?
  • In incident scene operations, the hot zone is characterized as which type of environment?
  • The bolt on a vehicle's door frame that the door latches onto in order to close is called the Nader pin.
  • Protecting the fire scene and delaying overhaul operations should be performed when which condition is met?
  • Extension rams extend from a closed length of 3 feet to what extended length?
  • Why is gypsum unique?
  • Which foam expansion category ranges from 20:1 to 200:1 and is used to suppress vapors from hazardous materials spills at expansion ratios such as 30:1 and 55:1?
  • Which statement accurately describes veneer walls?
  • In the two-in/two-out rule, what is the role of the two backup personnel?
  • Hose testing equipment must be calibrated within how many months?
  • Premixing is typically used with which equipment?
  • Secondary Collapse refers to which scenario?
  • Foam Expansion is defined as:
  • Proportioning in foam systems refers to...
  • Which term refers to the written plan that identifies hazards, analyzes exposure, selects risk management techniques, implements them, and monitors results?
  • For roof removal on a unibody vehicle, under which post should a step chock be placed?
  • What is compressive strength?
  • What is code enforcement?
  • Which mechanism allows a vehicle engine to power equipment such as a pump or winch and is typically attached to the transmission?
  • When one or more wall of a multistory building collapses, leaving the floors attached to and supported by the remaining walls, the pattern is most vulnerable to secondary collapse. Which collapse is described?
  • If a sprinkler is color coded Green, what color bulb does it use?
  • Why should power saws never be used in a flammable atmosphere?
  • What is the function of a Post Indicator Valve (PIV) in fire protection systems?
  • NFPA 1962 is the standard referenced for determining what during hose testing?
  • In a technical rescue, the FF II's main duty is to
  • Where are escalator manual stop switches located?
  • Which material is not typically metal building material?
  • Premixing is the process of...
  • The primary reason to disconnect vehicle power sources before rescue is to prevent:
  • Steel will support what percent of the designed load and can fail at any time after flashover?
  • Chronic means
  • Indications that collapse zones should be established include which of the following?
  • Fiberglass is a composite material used in casting for lightweight properties; which population is specifically noted?
  • Limiting access to a fire scene primarily enhances what for firefighters?
  • What is a potential consequence of masonry collapse?
  • Class A foam reduces which property of water to improve firefighting effectiveness?
  • Which term describes the horizontal member placed between roof trusses to support the roof?
  • Overloaded electrical circuits are what kind of fire cause?
  • Vehicle components such as valve covers, steering columns, and transmission casings may have high heat fires because they can be made from which material?
  • Gypsum is noted for absorbing heat due to its moisture content during heating.
  • Which of the following is a hazard associated with foam concentrate exposure during firefighting operations?
  • Lightweight trusses and engineered floor systems can fail in _________.
  • In technical rescue, which statement is accurate?
  • What does CRR stand for in fire department practice?
  • Pneumatic tools are _____ than electric and hydraulic tools.
  • Pressure relief valve (PRD) is used to...
  • GFCI stands for which protective device?
  • Water thief is characterized by which feature?
  • Which description best defines Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health (IDLH)?
  • NFPA 1962 refers to what?
  • Which of the following is NOT a way the contents within the structure contribute to collapse?
  • which saw is lightweight, quiet, highly portable, and is often used for delicate cutting operations
  • If elongating steel pushes out loadbearing walls and the walls can withstand the elongation, what is the likely consequence?
  • During purging, where should the nozzle be held to vent air from the hose?
  • Which statement best describes pneumatic tools relative to electric and hydraulic tools?
  • Which term describes an atmosphere that poses an immediate hazard to life or health and can produce immediate, irreversible, debilitating effects?
  • What term describes solid wood or plastic blocks used to stabilize structures during extrication?
  • What is the term for the weight of the structure itself and permanent attached components?
  • Type 3 construction is characterized by exterior walls and structural members being noncombustible or limited; interior framing is wood. Which option best expresses this?
  • When sizing a collapse zone, which of the following is a factor to consider?
  • In which type of rescue are supplied air respirators most likely used?
  • What should be done before shutting off power to a vehicle?
  • To meet the obligation to inspect and maintain portable generators and lighting equipment, you must:
  • What guides the location and handling of evidence in an investigation?
  • Which term describes an ongoing evaluation of influential factors at the scene to inform incident priorities and resource needs?
  • Most fire fighting foams are intended to be mixed with what percentage of water?
  • What is created using one or more struts and a ratcheting device to apply lateral and upward force to a vehicle to decrease the likelihood of a vehicle tipping over during rescue operations?
  • Which item should hose maintenance records include?
  • What is a disadvantage of using lifting jackets?
  • What is the recommended safety stance when approaching electric or hybrid vehicles during rescue operations?
  • Which term describes the component used to connect truss intersections and strengthen the assembly of roof or floor components?
  • A device mounted on an apparatus that uses a centrifugal pump to supply the water for the foam solution and includes onboard air is known as what?
  • Pneumatic lifting bags may have lifting capabilities in excess of how many tons?
  • In the Incident Command System, what is the role of the accountability officer?
  • In construction, what does rebar contribute to concrete structures?
  • Which term refers to body material that surrounds the area of the rear tires?
  • Exigent circumstances refer to what?
  • To prevent generator damage regarding connected equipment, what practice should be followed?
  • Which devices are used to lift and stabilize large vehicles or objects and are the most stable when fully inflated?
  • If a sprinkler is color coded Orange, what color bulb does it use?
  • Which metal is commonly used along with steel, aluminum, and copper in building materials?
  • Line Personnel are personnel who provide emergency services to external customers. Which group do they primarily serve?
  • When service testing a fire hose, it is necessary to:
  • Which feature allows exterior fire to enter the attic through attic vents in typical eaves?
  • What is the temperature rating for Red color coded sprinkler systems?
  • Which headlight system uses electricity discharged through inert, pressurized xenon and is about three times brighter than a common halogen headlight?
  • Which term means the likelihood of suffering harm from a hazard?
  • Which factor is important when selecting the appropriate foam proportioner to use?
  • Which type of evidence tends to prove a factual matter through inference by proving other events or circumstances?
  • Which term refers to the partition between the engine compartment and the passenger compartment designed to protect occupants from engine hazards?
  • The typical hole size on a hose test gate valve is what size?
  • Which safety system includes airbags that deploy above the door frame and may or may not deflate after deployment?
  • Which construction type features exterior walls and structural members noncombustible or limited, with interior framing of wood?
  • Cast iron stands up well to fire and intense heat, but it may ______ or ______ when rapidly cooled with water.
  • Which term describes the upright post in the framework of a wall that supports sheets of lath and plaster or wallboard?
  • In unibody construction, the frame and body are...
  • Which characteristic makes plastic cribbing advantageous in rescue scenarios?
  • Gasoline is an example of which type of fuel?
  • When service testing a fire hose, the testing area should be kept as dry as possible.
  • For how long should the hose pressure be maintained during testing?
  • Which statement explains why power tools should not be used around flammable vapors?
  • After completing equipment maintenance, what should you do?
  • What describes unibody construction in automobiles?
  • Which term refers to the history of the fire, from the moment the ignition source and first fuel meet at the area of origin through the entire duration of fire spread?
  • If a victim is entangled in a machine that is still running, what should you do?
  • A hazard of using lifting jackets during vehicle operations?
  • Which description best describes a trench excavation scenario?
  • If Type I structural collapse does occur, it will be localized and not structure wide.
  • LDH appliances are useful when you need to do what?
  • Charge state for battery packs and pneumatic cylinders during storage?
  • Which term refers to the perception of the surrounding environment and the ability to anticipate future events?
  • Which is a safety procedure related to fire hose testing?
  • In rescue tasks for which you are not trained, what is the recommended action?
  • What is the primary hazard at any motor vehicle accident?
  • Which item is typical of exterior scene assessment?
  • Which roof type features a solar panel array designed to provide electricity to the structure?
  • In vehicle extrication, which victims should be removed first?
  • What term denotes the right of entry allowing the fire department to enter a property without a warrant to suppress a fire or determine origin and cause?
  • What is a critical task that must be performed by the first responders upon arrival at a technical rescue incident?
  • Which statement correctly describes the Venturi effect?
  • Location and collection of evidence is based on what principle?
  • Deteriorated mortar between the masonry is a sign of what?
  • Which home type is assembled at the factory in two or more all-inclusive sections with utilities installed at the factory?
  • How does the stream reach of foam nozzles compare to fog nozzles?
  • What is Film Forming Fluoroprotein Foam (FFFP) best described as?
  • Solid materials used to prevent or limit the vertical and horizontal spread of fire and the products of combustion in hollow walls or floors, above false ceilings, in penetrations for plumbing or electrical installations, in penetrations of a fire-rated assembly, or in cocklofts and crawl spaces?
  • Which is a responsibility of the fire department at a response involving a suspected propane leak?
  • Which type of equipment is NOT typically maintained by a Fire Fighter II?
  • Which organizational principle is developed and adopted as a basis for decision-making?
  • If gypsum has failed in an area, what could happen to the structural members behind it?
  • Procedures are typically written in a handbook so that all firefighters can consult and become familiar with them. This description best defines which concept?
  • Which type of evidence is provided by a witness who obtained it through his or her senses?
  • Foam concentrate is defined as:
  • Who is responsible for identifying the area of origin during a fire investigation?
  • Direct evidence is best described as evidence provided by whom?
  • Which term refers to a door constructed with interior spacers separating face panels rather than solid material?
  • How should pressurized vessels be identified to responders?
  • Material First Ignited refers to:
  • Green wood is defined as?
  • Which construction type has exterior walls, bearing walls, floors, roofs, and supports made completely or partially of wood or smaller dimensions than Type 4?
  • Which tool is a powered hydraulic device designed to push straight, moving heavy loads?
  • How are door and roof posts normally identified?
  • An advantage of _____ is that they are widely available on most fire apparatus.
  • If a fire begins to spread uncontrollably when applying foam, what should firefighters do?
  • When exposed to temperatures above 1000 degrees, protective systems will expand and twist, pushing out walls, and when cool, will slightly constrict.
  • In a hazardous incident, what is the term for the area that includes the hot zone, the warm zone, and the cold zone?
  • Which shorthand term is sometimes used to indicate a large fire scene requiring extended hose layout?
  • Which stabilizing tool prevents vehicles from moving when they are parked?
  • As an estimate, 250 gpm adds how many tons of water per minute to the structure?
  • Which type of structure is partially or completely built in a factory and shipped to the installation location?
  • What action should be taken if a pressurized vessel containing flammable gas is exposed to flames?
  • What is a likely consequence of improper foam application on a hydrocarbon fire?
  • Metal building materials commonly used include ___ _____, steel, aluminum and copper.
  • Laminated safety glass is best described as which structure?
  • Which term refers to a heat source that has sufficient temperature, energy, and duration of contact with the fuel to ignite it?
  • Where should fire hose maintenance records be stored?
  • Who is the first fireman on the scene according to standard incident command structure?
  • What term describes the area where undeveloped wildland meets a human development area?
  • What is the maximum recommended spacing between spreaders?
  • Which foam proportioning method is typically used with vehicle-mounted tank systems?
  • Which collapse pattern is the least likely to contain voids where live victims may be found?
  • The area of origin is what?
  • A winch is used primarily to perform what operation?
  • Which term describes a wall that carries some of the building's structural load?
  • Which term describes the completed product after air is introduced into the foam solution?
  • Earthquakes are what type of fire cause?
  • Heat may degrade mortar between the bricks, block, and stone. What can this degradation show signs of?
  • What term describes the designated area to prevent firefighters from being caught in a collapse?
  • Which term describes a condition, substance, or device that can directly cause injury or loss—the source of a risk?
  • Which type of substances have a flash point less than 100°F (38°C)?
  • Spoilation is defined as what?
  • Type I construction high-rise buildings are not likely to collapse, making the primary concern the hazard of flying glass from windows.
  • Which statement correctly differentiates Wye and Siamese appliances?
  • Which term describes an arrangement of components that conveys electrical power by converting solar energy into direct current electricity?
  • Which zone contains personnel who are prepared to advance into the hot zone?
  • Which saw is powerful, versatile, highly controllable, and has a short, straight blade that moves in and out?
  • What term describes the outline of the steps that must be performed in order to properly follow an organizational policy?
  • When shutting off power to a conventional 12-volt vehicle battery, which cable should be disconnected first?
  • A way to establish perimeters is to ensure that initial perimeters are larger than necessary for investigators.
  • Trench rescue refers to which of the following?
  • Which statement about AFFF benefits is true?
  • Small-diameter hose (SDH) is characterized by which attribute?
  • Which metal listed is used as a building material alongside steel, aluminum and copper, often for structural or decorative purposes?
  • Test results should be recorded according to what guidelines?
  • First arriving firefighters should make mental notes of which items?
  • Which method of foam application is only suitable for use on a pool of liquid fuel on open ground?
  • From a firefighter's perspective, awareness of the type of _______ used in a particular structure is vital.
  • Which of the following is not a recognized method to obtain the Right of Entry?
  • Which collapse pattern describes outer walls remaining intact while the upper floors or roof fail in the middle?
  • Edge of a pitched roof that overhangs an outside wall?
  • In a curtain collapse, what happens to materials?
  • Which pulling tools are typically mounted on the front, rear or side of a vehicle and are stronger and faster to deploy?
  • Rehabilitation may refer to a station at an incident where personnel can rest, rehydrate, and recover. What is this on-scene facility commonly called?
  • The Venturi effect describes...
  • Why are composite or engineered materials frequently used to substitute for wood or steel framing found in older buildings?
  • What should be done when removing the roof from a vehicle with a unibody construction?
  • Fire-rated assembly designed to prevent fire spread by auto sealing an opening in a fire wall to block spread?
  • What is the first step of a vehicle extrication operation?
  • The amount that fire fighting foam expands depends on the type of foam concentrate used and:
  • At an incident involving a gas distribution system, if the gas is burning, what should be done with the flame?
  • Which term describes the operation of fire and emergency services training covering one or several aspects of firefighting?
  • Point of Origin is defined as
  • What is likely to cause poor quality fire fighting foam to be produced?
  • What is the horizontal line at the junction of the top edges of two sloping roof surfaces?
  • Which type of foam proportioner can compromise firefighter safety by slowing firefighters down since it requires the concentrate to be available where the nozzle is being operated?
  • Foam proportioner is defined as:
  • Fire hose records can be stored in which formats?
  • Which wooden structural member is formed by gluing and laminating multiple short pieces of lumber under pressure to create a long, strong beam?
  • In a scenario where a high voltage line has fallen on a vehicle, which action should rescuers take first?
  • A Ratchet-Lever Jack is a lifting device that uses leverage to operate; it is capable of lifting moderately heavy loads but is generally considered the most dangerous jack.
  • Who is responsible for collecting critical information after a fire and conducting the investigative process?
  • What describes a trench?
  • Which collapse pattern occurs when the floor and or roof assemblies on both sides of a load bearing center wall collapse?
  • Small-diameter hose (SDH) is defined as hoses of which diameter range?
  • Which construction type utilizes heavy timber interior framing with larger dimensions than Type 3?
  • What is a danger HVAC systems pose during a structure fire?
  • Which construction type uses heavy timber interior framing with minimum dimensions larger than those used in Type 3?
  • Interior examination should include which elements?
  • Any valve operation must be performed in coordination with:
  • Which set of factors includes the elements that influence how fire spreads?
  • Which roof type has solar panels designed to provide electricity and may be retrofitted or integrated during construction?
  • How far should the cordon be placed from a trench in each direction?
  • Which term describes the primary metal material used to provide structural support in large buildings?
  • Which device is used to generate auxiliary electrical power and is powered by gasoline or diesel engines?
  • Which term describes the crime of willfully and maliciously setting a fire?
  • Which item is not a component of a Compressed Air Foam System (CAFS) as described?
  • What device converts a vehicle's 12- or 24-volt DC current into 110- or 220-volt AC current?
  • What is a wall-like concrete structure across a river designed to back up water, also known as a Low-Head Dam?
  • Blue hydrants have a GPM of
  • Injection refers to:
  • If a sprinkler is color coded Blue, what is its temperature rating?
  • The cordon distance of 100 ft is approximately how many meters?
  • Which disorder is defined as a disorder caused when persons have been exposed to a traumatic event in which they have experienced, witnessed, or been confronted with actual death, threatened death, serious injury, or the threat of injury to self or others?
  • Which foam application method is most commonly used for storage tank fires?
  • A fog nozzle can be used with foam solutions to produce a low expansion short-blasting foam. Which of the following statements is true?
  • Why should test lengths of hose not exceed 300 feet (100 m) in length?
  • What describes a Battalion in the fire department?
  • Which door type is described as lightweight with interior spacers separating the face panels rather than solid material?
  • Which hazard is described as a potential collapse hazard due to features extending above a structure?
  • Which term is another name for Eduction?
  • Which statement correctly defines fluoroprotein foam?
  • Which home type is assembled on-site from panels that include foam insulation sandwiched between sheets of plywood and require no framing members?
  • In a structural rescue operation, which action aligns with the priority of caring for untrapped victims?
  • If a sprinkler is color coded Red, what color bulb does it use?
  • Why should vehicle batteries be disconnected and undeployed airbags be deactivated?
  • Which instrument is specified as being used to measure pressure on hose testing equipment?
  • Steel structural members ________ (________) when heated which tends to push the walls out.
  • Which condition requires replacing a spark plug?
  • What term describes the geographical area to which a particular apparatus is assigned to be first due on a fire or other emergency incident?
  • Two-in/two-out rule requires which of the following?
  • You should plan for a collapse zone at any fire incident with what type of building construction?
  • After a scene has been stabilized, the next priority is to
  • Circumstantial evidence is defined as evidence that is presented in a trial to prove what?
  • Lumber of smaller dimensions needs to be protected by ______ drywall or insulation to increase it's resistance to fire
  • If there is a victim in the water, what is a safe assumption about the ice?
  • What is the temperature rating for Blue color coded sprinkler systems?
  • From a firefighter's perspective, awareness of the type of steel used in a structure is vital.
  • Which construction method uses panels with foam insulation sandwiched between plywood sheets that are assembled on-site and require no framing members?
  • If a large pool of flammable liquid is burning in an open area, the _____ method of foam application may be the most effective method to use.
  • Which appliance merges two or more hoselines into a single hoseline?
  • What is the main advantage of using electricity as a power source for rescue tools?
  • Which term describes a second roof over an existing roof, often used in colder climates to add insulation?
  • What is the internationally recognized distress signal used to indicate an immediate life-threatening emergency?
  • In Type 3 construction, which element is described as noncombustible or limited combustible?
  • Protected stairs are stair with code required, fire rated, enclosed construction; intended to protect occupants as they make their way through stair enclosure. Which option best defines this feature?
  • The collapse zone is established adjacent to which feature?
  • In order to prevent damage to a portable generator, always:
  • What is the primary purpose of a wheel chock?
  • Exterior assessment should note signs of forcible entry.
  • What are the critical parts to the overall success of finding the area of origin?
  • In a curtain collapse, how do materials fall?
  • Which term also serves as the starting point to assess the fire load and conditions?
  • Which pair correctly contrasts Acute and Chronic definitions?
  • Brick and stone are generally used to create ______ ______, which are decorative covers for wood, metal, and concrete-block load bearing walls.
  • Fire hose testing records should include the reason hoses failed the test.
  • Which factor is associated with early collapse during a fire?
  • Which statement best describes an HVAC system?
  • Flammable liquids have a flashpoint of less than how many degrees Fahrenheit?
  • Which component is designed to seal penetrations for plumbing or electrical installations to prevent fire spread?
  • Which nozzle type is widely available on most fire apparatus?
  • Which material is noted for absorbing heat due to its moisture content during heating?
  • _________ is the most common building material used in North America and is the main component of many structural assemblies
  • Which hazard is most closely associated with Low-Head Dams and poses a danger to rescuers?
  • Which building element extends from the foundation up to and through the roof to limit the spread of fire between adjacent structures?
  • Metal building materials typically include which combination?
  • What does mitigate mean?
  • Which term describes the history of the fire, from ignition to the end of its spread?
  • What may an investigator do in the investigation?
  • What is the term for walls that by design carry at least some portion of the building's structural load in the direction of the ground?
  • Which term describes the sequence of events that allow the ignition source and the material first ignited to come together?
  • Concrete blocks may crack, but they usually do what?
  • AFFF is best described as...
  • Limiting access to a scene also provides which for FF?
  • Because of environmental concerns about fire fighting foam, firefighters should:
  • Which foam proportioning method uses an external pump to push foam concentrate into the fire stream?
  • Plans Review is a process typically performed before construction begins to ensure safety characteristics. Which term describes this phase?
  • What could happen if masonry is exposed to too much heat?
  • Which description correctly defines a screw jack?
  • What best describes a winch?
  • Which frame is used on larger automobiles and trucks, particularly heavy-duty vehicles that carry or pull heavy loads?
  • If a sprinkler is color coded Red, what is its temperature rating?
  • Which collapse pattern is least likely to contain voids?
  • Interior lath and plaster walls can be very difficult to penetrate with axes or hand tools.
  • Which term describes formal methods or rules to guide the performance of routine functions or emergency operations?
  • What rescue tool is used to create an anchor point above a manhole or other opening?
  • Ground gradient is best described as which of the following?
  • What is the temperature rating for Black color coded sprinkler systems?
  • During hose handling safety, what is recommended?
  • Which term describes the apparent design of burned material and the burning path of travel from the origin?
  • The rate of Class B foam application is influenced by whether the fuel is spilled or contained in a tank. Which description best matches this dependence?
  • Why is collapse more likely in the decay stage and during post-suppression activities?
  • When testing a hoseline, to what pressure should the line be filled?
  • Which system provides a standardized approach to incident management that is adaptable to incidents of any size or type?
  • What is tensile strength?
  • To prevent reignition of a liquid fuel fire after foam has been applied, do NOT:
  • Under BSI, PPE is worn to prevent exposure to which hazards?
  • At a water and ice rescue, the first task during size-up is to determine whether an incident is a rescue or a recovery.
  • Class B foams are especially effective on which fuels?
  • What term describes the process of reviewing building plans and specifications to determine the safety characteristics of the proposed building, typically conducted before permission is granted to begin construction?
  • What percentage mixture is recommended for hydrocarbons when using Class A foam?
  • Type 1 construction is defined as construction where structural members, including walls, columns, beams, floors, and roofs, are made of noncombustible or limited combustible materials and have a specified degree of fire resistance.
  • Tensioned Buttress System is a stabilization system consisting of which of the following?
  • What term refers to the location that typically sustains the most damage and determines the fire load?
  • What is the approximate kilopascal value for 50 psi?
  • At a bulk transport incident, responders should:
  • Which two factors affect how wood reacts to fire conditions?
  • Flammable vapors are what kind of fire cause?
  • Which term describes the body material surrounding the rear tires?
  • Veneer walls consist of a base material with what on the surface?
  • What term describes an abnormally low body temperature?
  • What unit is used to express the minimum flow for an initial attack line under NFPA 1410?
  • Exterior scene assessment and exterior examination should include which elements?
  • Which statement best reflects preserving the scene to maximize chances of locating the origin?
  • Which term describes steel with a surface that is harder than the interior metal because the surface layer was hardened via special heat treating methods and is used in vehicle construction?
  • Whose responsibility is it to recognize the area where the fire began?
  • Which description best matches a tensioned buttress system?
  • Postincident Analysis is the overview and critique of an incident by members of all responding agencies, typically completed within two weeks. What is this process called?
  • Which statement about Class A foam is true?
  • Foam solution is defined as:
  • How should the nozzle be opened to bleed off pressure in the test lengths?
  • What is a surfactant in firefighting foam applications?
  • Which truss is constructed with the top and bottom chords parallel and is used as floor joists in multistory buildings and as ceiling joists in flat-roofed buildings?
  • Finished foam is defined as:
  • Alarm Assignment is best defined as which of the following?
  • Reinforced concrete is internally fortified with what?
  • What is the typical optimum span of control, defined as the maximum number of subordinates a single supervisor can effectively oversee?
  • High expansion ratio foam is typically used in confined spaces such as shipboard compartments basements mines and enclosed aircraft hangars at expansion ratios of:
  • The primary job of the FF II at a technical rescue incident is to
  • Which term refers to the sequence of events that allows the ignition source and the first fuel to come together?
  • Firefighters determine how long steel has been exposed to heat.
  • What is the maximum spacing, in inches, between tips of the spreaders?
  • Which term represents the information, data, or observation that allows the investigator to compare what was expected with what occurred, and is one of the three evaluation requirements?
  • Which term describes the process of mixing water with foam concentrate to create a foam solution?
  • Masonry construction can collapse in one piece or crumble.
  • Which stabilizing tool is used to support collapsed structural members during rescue operations?
  • Fog nozzles can be used with foam solution to produce:
  • Which construction type is similar to Type 1 but with lower fire resistance?
  • Which of the following is the correct factor used to estimate collapse zones?
  • During a water rescue size-up, the initial determination distinguishes between a rescue and a recovery.
  • Risk-benefit analysis informs which aspects of an operation?
  • Which term, often abbreviated as ICS, represents a standardized approach to incident management adaptable to incidents of any size?
  • If foam concentrates of different types are mixed in the same tank, what is the likely outcome?
  • Spoilation is defined as what?
  • Airbags can deploy after the battery is disconnected because the reserve energy supply can last up to how long, depending on the vehicle?
  • Head Protection Systems (HPS) are air bags that deploy from which opening to protect passengers' heads?
  • What is a purlin?
  • Which expansion category is typically used in confined spaces such as shipboard compartments basements mines and enclosed aircraft hangars?
  • Which tool is designed primarily for pushing and can extend to nearly 5 feet in length?
  • At an incident involving flammable liquids or gases, firefighters should immediately retreat to a safe location:
  • What is a safety rule when using pneumatic lifting bags?
  • Which term describes a lightweight truss design noted by the bow shape of the top chord?
  • What should be done when removing vehicle windows?
  • The safe area outside the warm zone where the Incident Command Post and other support functions are typically located is known as which zone?
  • What is a lifting jack that uses hydraulic fluid power supplied from a manually operated hand lever?
  • During a BLEVE incident, what is the recommended safe action?
  • Which construction method involves pouring concrete into forms and letting it take the shape of the form where it will be used?
  • Rope Rescue is best defined as the use of rope and related equipment to perform what type of operation?
  • In water or ice rescue operations, personnel within how many meters of the water edge must wear PFDs?
  • In the context of visibility for responders on roadways, which statement is true?
  • Which term describes evidence obtained through senses that directly proves a fact?
  • Which term encompasses bricks, blocks, stones, and both unreinforced and reinforced concrete products?
  • What is the maximum temperature rating associated with orange color coded sprinkler systems?
  • Which term refers to the means of exit travel in a building, consisting of three parts that lead to a public way?
  • Which type of chain should be used in rescue operations?
  • The command must communicate with the relieved officer using either radio or face-to-face contact.
  • Gate valve is best described as:
  • For Type V construction, walls may collapse inward or outward.
  • A second roof constructed over an existing roof is commonly called what?
  • What do floor assemblies create?
  • Terrain and topography affect the rate and direction of spread in which type of fires?
  • Service testing on hose is done when?
  • Which term denotes evidence that tends to prove a factual matter through inference by proving other events or circumstances?
  • What is the name of the area between the hot and cold zones that usually contains the decontamination corridor at hazardous materials incidents?
  • Class A foam acts as a surfactant, which means that it:
  • what should be worn at all times at a MVC unless you are directly involved in fire fighting or extrication
  • Bank down method involves which action?
  • Which construction type is known as heavy timber construction with interior framing having minimum dimensions larger than Type 3?
  • Time of arrival is considered what type of information to provide to fire investigators?
  • Which term best describes the systematic process used to determine how a fire started?
  • NFPA 1410 requires the initial attack line to provide a minimum flow of which value?
  • In firefighting organization, what is a Company?
  • Fiberglass is best described as?
  • What does 'culture' refer to within an organization?
  • Which collapse pattern involves exterior walls collapsing simultaneously, causing the roof and upper floors to collapse on top of each other?
  • What is a disadvantage of using fog nozzles to apply firefighter foam?
  • In incident scene management, which statement best describes the Cold Zone?
  • Which description best defines Acute?
  • In wall framing, which term describes the upright post that supports wall coverings?
  • Which is space or enclosed area not intended for continuous occupation, having limited openings for entry or exit, providing unfavorable natural ventilation and the potential to have a toxic, explosive, or oxygen-deficient atmosphere?
  • When testing fire hose, important to:
  • Why is it no longer recommended to remove the windshield of vehicles?
  • Arson crimes are what type of fire cause?
  • Where does the foam solution exist in the system?
  • Which of the following is an immediate action step if firefighters suspect a collapse?
  • Which term refers to the base operating system of a motor vehicle consisting of the frame, suspension system, wheels, and steering mechanism?
  • Which structure is described as the combination of modular core units assembled first and panels added later to complete construction, representing a hybrid of modular design and panelized construction?
  • Which material is fire resistant and used for gypsum plaster wallboard?
  • Which term describes an interior wall finish system using sheets of gypsum board and taped joints?
  • What is the typical water content in most foam mixes?
  • Physical Evidence is tangible items that tend to prove some material fact; also called real evidence. What is an example of Physical Evidence?
  • Floor charring can be caused by which phenomenon?
  • What labeling practice helps identify contents of pressurized vessels?
  • An investigator may what?
  • If a sprinkler is color coded Black, what color bulb does it use?
  • Which statement about AFFF is NOT true?
  • Extrication should not be attempted until which condition is met?
  • Which term describes the history of the fire, beginning at origin and continuing through the spread?
  • Which term refers to an inclined beam that supports a roof and runs parallel to the slope?
  • Collapse of structures using _________ construction can occur early in the incident without warning.
  • Which device is used to introduce foam concentrate into the water stream and is connected at the pump discharge?
  • Exigent circumstances allow entry without a warrant in which situation?
  • Which description best matches a typical HVAC system?
  • First arriving firefighters should note which of the following?
  • A pretensioner is a device that takes up slack in a seat belt to prevent the passenger from being thrown forward in a crash.
  • Foam is defined as:
  • Which roof element is the inclined beam that supports the roof and runs along the slope?
  • Red hydrants have a GPM of
  • Firefighters should ensure the structure is what before leaving to the property owner?
  • Which statement is true about polar solvent fuels?
  • Which collapse pattern occurs when the outer walls remain intact and the upper and/or roof structure fail in the middle, offering a good chance of habitable spaces along the outer walls?
  • How should a vehicle with all wheels on the ground be stabilized to prevent horizontal movement?
  • Which is a characteristic of foam nozzles?
  • Which is a powered hydraulic tool designed for straight pushing operations?
  • What is the front post area of a vehicle where the door is connected to the body called?
  • Roll on method involves which action?
  • What term refers to a structure consisting of core modular units assembled first and panels added to complete the building?
  • What is the primary purpose of using Class A foam on hydrocarbon spills?
  • Which materials are used as internal reinforcement in reinforced concrete?
  • Which option lists the two types of iron commonly found in North American buildings?
  • What is the manually operated pulling tool that uses a ratchet/pulley arrangement to provide mechanical advantage?
  • Which role conducts detailed analysis and determines amount of loss?
  • Which statement correctly describes flashpoints for combustible liquids?
  • A fire investigator decides what is considered as evidence.
  • Why are low head dams extremely dangerous for victims and rescuers?
  • Outer perimeter location at technical rescue incidents is determined by?
  • Power tools should be inspected when?
  • What is the continuous and unobstructed exit path from any point in a building to a public way, comprising exit access, exit, and exit discharge?
  • Charred material indicates which aspect of fire behavior?
  • NFPA 1006 is the standard for what?
  • Fog nozzles used with foam solution produce what type of foam?
  • A Pneumatic Lifting bag is an inflatable envelope-type device placed between the ground and an object to lift the object; it may also be used to separate objects and can have lifting capabilities in excess of 75 tons.
  • Every U.S. gallon of water used to suppress fire adds how many pounds of weight to floors that may already be weakened?
  • Which concept encompasses both perceiving the environment and anticipating future events during an incident?
  • Wheel chocks are commonly made from which materials?
  • Offensive strategy is defined as which?
  • Which action should be avoided during an incident involving a tanker carrying flammable fuels?
  • A winch is most commonly attached to which parts of a vehicle?
  • Which jack is the least stable and prone to failure under heavy loads?
  • If a sprinkler is color coded White, what color bulb does it use?
  • Which construction type is less prone to collapse?
  • What is the definition of an incendiary fire cause?
  • Which term defines a nonload-bearing exterior wall attached to the outside of a building with a rigid steel frame?
  • What does the term Undertow describe in marine conditions?
  • When a gas distribution system has burning gas, which action aligns with recommended practice?
  • What is the primary function of the surfactants in Class A foam?
  • Chain of command refers to
  • Which foam application method is well suited for a flammable liquid spill near the exterior wall of a building?
  • Which statement correctly describes the first organizational level above individual stations?
  • What is the first priority at a structural collapse rescue?
  • Which powered rescue tools can cut almost any metal object that fits between the blades and blades that typically have an opening of 7 inches?
  • What is Material First Ignited?
  • Body Substance Isolation (BSI) is best described as
  • Structure partially built in a factory and shipped to the installation site?
  • Which expansion category is used to suppress vapors from hazmat spills when expansion ratios of 30:1 and 55:1 are applied?
  • Which organizational principle states that workers report to only one supervisor to eliminate conflicting orders?
  • During a fire, determining the duration of steel exposure helps assess what?
  • Eduction, or induction, uses which principle to draw foam concentrate into water?
  • Hydrocarbon fuels are described as:
  • The premixing method of foam proportioning is typically used with:
  • Why should firefighters exercise caution during overhaul operations?
  • Structural collapse is the structural failure of a building or portion thereof resulting from which forces?
  • This description refers to which role: could be a peace officer and makes investigation after fire is out and recognizes and collects important info?
  • Which hydrants have the highest GPM, listed as 1500+?
  • Which scenario best describes BLEVE?
  • The rate of application for Class B foam depends on:
  • In Type 3 construction, which element is described as noncombustible or limited combustible?
  • What percentage for polar solvents when using Class A foam?
  • Which fire-rated wall extends from the foundation up to and through the roof of a building, designed to limit the spread of a fire within a structure or between adjacent structures?
  • Fire behavior indicators are composed of which elements?
  • Power tools should be inspected when?
  • Which dwelling is defined as an assembly of four major components: chassis, floor, wall, and roof systems, though built with various materials, and is basically frame construction?
  • Wood must be heated to the point where it what to ignite?
  • Charred material indicates what about fire behavior?
  • Which term means to make less severe or to reduce the severity of a hazard?
  • At approximately what temperature does steel fail?
  • Area of Origin refers to which concept?
  • Which type of joist features a web that does not fill the entire web space, such as steel bars or tubes?
  • Lightning strikes are what kind of fire cause?
  • Which stabilizing tool is designed to stabilize vehicles resting on their sides or roofs?
  • When personnel are in the warm zone, they must?
  • Which option describes a water thief?
  • When might an insurance investigator be hired?
  • What is required to identify Material First Ignited in a meaningful way?
  • In Type 5 construction, which elements are made of wood or wood-like materials with smaller dimensions than Type 4?
  • After announcing a Mayday, which four elements should be communicated?
  • Size up refers to which concept?
  • At a water or ice rescue, PFDs must be worn by any personnel working within how many feet of the water's edge?
  • Procedures being written in a handbook for reference best describes which concept?
  • Which of the following is NOT listed as a metal building material commonly used?
  • What type of buildings can pose an even greater danger of fire in collapse?
  • The All-Hazard Concept aims to achieve which of the following?
  • Polar solvent fuels are best described as which of the following?
  • Green hydrants have a GPM of
  • What is the primary purpose of a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)?
  • Battery packs and pneumatic air cylinders should be kept:
  • Which construction type is commonly referred to as heavy timber construction?
  • Which piece of equipment is used to prevent pressurized hose from dangerously whipping back and forth if it ruptures?
  • Which extinguishment method involves foam creating a barrier between the fuel gases and any possible ignition sources?
  • The person in charge of the Incident Command System and responsible for the management of all incident operations during an emergency is called the:
  • The stage of the fire can easily indicate the quantity of heat the structure has been exposed to and the potential for structural collapse.
  • At around what temperature does steel begin losing its strength?
  • Which rescue tools are used to create an anchor point above openings, allowing victims to be hoisted out?
  • Low expansion ratio foam is typically described as being effective for controlling and extinguishing most Class B fires at an expansion ratio of:
  • Collapse Zone is defined as what?
  • Carcinogen is defined as
  • A structural member used to form a roof or floor framework; it typically forms triangles to provide maximum strength with minimal material is called a what?
  • Which device provides rapid pulling power on rescue vehicles?
  • Which term describes the potentially hazardous area immediately surrounding the incident site that requires protective clothing and equipment for entry?
  • All-Hazard Concept provides what?
  • What are two ways you can gain knowledge of the contents within a structure?
  • Which hydrants have a GPM range of 1000-1500?
  • What is the opening spread of cutters (shears)?
  • During vehicle stabilization on a leveled surface, what is a commonly used method to keep the vehicle from moving?
  • Walls in type V construction may collapse inward or outward.
  • According to the rule of thumb, which clearance is recommended for impact curtains?
  • Which construction type uses exterior walls, bearing walls, floors, roofs, and supports made completely or partially of wood or smaller dimensions than Type 4?
  • What is the primary purpose of maintaining records on hose testing?
  • What is the general safety guideline for electric and hybrid vehicles?
  • What is necessary when applying fire fighting foam?
  • At a rescue incident, diverting or blocking traffic, shutting off utilities, or suppressing fires that can affect rescue operations are part of which process?
  • Which method is NOT listed for gaining knowledge of contents within a structure?
  • Which term describes the path of travel of a fire from the origin?
  • Which item should be worn at an MVC scene to enhance visibility, unless you are actively fighting fire or extricating?
  • Green wood refers to which condition of wood?
  • What is the temperature rating for White color coded sprinkler systems?
  • OSB stands for oriented strand board. Which option best describes the strands used to form OSB?
  • If a high voltage line falls onto a vehicle, what should firefighters do first?
  • Which of the following is an indicator of structural instability and collapse?
  • In-line eductor is defined as:
  • Which device converts vehicle DC power to alternating current?
  • The perimeter for explosions should be established at ___ times the distance from farthest piece of debris found.
  • Arson crimes are what type of fire cause?
  • Veneer walls are walls with what characteristic?
  • Which tool is best described as powerful with a short straight blade that moves back and forth for cutting metal during extrication?
  • Which term describes a life jacket or vest that provides buoyancy for the wearer?
  • Which term describes horizontal structural members used to support a ceiling or floor, to which drywall or subflooring is attached?
  • What is used to spread fire from one area to another?
  • What is the content of the NFPA 1962 standard description as a test?
  • What is the term for the structural failure of a building or any portion of it, resulting from a fire, snow, wind, water, or damage from other forces?
  • What is a Tactical Progress Report?
  • How should you proceed if you find a problem during portable generator maintenance?
  • When should properly trained firefighters not be expected to recognize and collect important information?
  • Precast concrete is a method of building construction where the concrete member is poured and cured in a controlled environment and is then shipped to the construction site for use. Which term describes this method?
  • In tempered glass removal, where is the initial strike directed?
  • Which passenger safety system includes pretensioners that present a significant ignition hazard during rescue operations?
  • When collapse is suspected, what is the only permissible action inside the collapse zone?
  • To create high-quality foam, what must be mixed in the correct ratio?
  • Which term encompasses the likelihood of suffering harm from a hazard and the potential for loss?
  • Which stabilization tool is used to support collapsed structural members?
  • Which statement about standards is true?
  • Secondary Collapse refers to which scenario?
  • Weight per gallon of water adds how many pounds?
  • Which describes a Photovolatic (PV) System as an arrangement of components that conveys electrical power by converting solar energy into direct current electricity?
  • Which term defines a set of principles, protocols, or procedures that explain how to do something or provide minimum standards to be followed?
  • Undetermined Fire Cause is used when the specific cause has not been determined to a reasonable degree of probability.
  • If the foam being produced is poor quality, the firefighter should:
  • In Class B foam generation, which component must be present with foam concentrate to create stable foam?
  • Which term describes a space not intended for continuous occupancy, with restricted openings and potentially toxic atmosphere?
  • Which hydrants have a GPM range of 0-500?
  • Siamese appliance: what does it do?
  • Which statement best describes Type 3 construction?
  • Which passenger safety system deploys airbags from just above the top of the door frame and may or may not deflate after deployment depending on type?
  • Wye appliance: what does it do?
  • What is the rating assigned to a material or assembly after standardized testing that identifies how long it will resist a typical fire?
  • Displacing the dashboard is most commonly associated with which crash scenario?
  • Which glass type crumbles into chunks when broken?
  • In Type 4 construction, exterior walls are described as what?
  • Orange color coded sprinkler systems have a temperature rating in which range?
  • NFIRS is best described as which?
  • In preserving the fire scene for origin determinations, which statement best reflects recommended practice?
  • Which would be a responsibility of a FFII at cave, mine and tunnel rescue operations?
  • Reinforced concrete is concrete that is internally fortified with what?
  • What term describes the documentation and maintenance of chain of custody to ensure the integrity of evidence at a fire scene?
  • Class B Foam is designed for use on which fires?
  • Which term describes the area around a structure that should be avoided due to potential debris during a collapse?
  • Which statement best differentiates area of origin from point of origin?
  • What is the primary role of a foam proportioner?
  • All-Hazard Concept components include which elements?
  • Which item would be considered Physical Evidence in an investigation?
  • Fiberglass is typically used for insulation.
  • What factors affect fire spread?
  • What action should be taken any time an incident involves energized power lines?
  • NFPA 921 describes which aspect of fire investigation?
  • What is the most common hazard first addressed at the scene of a motor vehicle crash?
  • The test pressure is set according to which standard?
  • Unknown ignition source is what type of fire cause?
  • Which of the following is NOT a feature affecting the length of time the structure will maintain integrity under heat exposure?
  • What is the primary purpose of a foam proportioner in firefighting operations?
  • What happens when a BLEVE occurs?
  • Side-Impact Protection System (SIPS) is which?
  • Where is the ideal location to test a fire hose?
  • Guidelines for requesting assistance of personnel vary by what two things?
  • This collapse pattern occurs when the floor and/or roof assemblies on both sides of a center wall collapse into what might be seen as opposing lean-to collapses, offering habitable void spaces on both sides of the center wall.
  • Which post is located between the front and rear doors on a four-door vehicle?
  • What is the temperature rating range for green color coded sprinkler systems?
  • CAFS stands for which foam system?
  • OSB stands for oriented strand board. Which material describes the strands used to form OSB?
  • What defines circumstantial evidence?
  • AFFF is primarily chosen for airport firefighting because of its ability to...
  • What best defines a code?
  • Which type of glass used for vehicle windows consists of two sheets of glass bonded to a plastic interlayer between them?
  • Which term describes personnel who provide administrative and logistical support to line units?
  • Which term describes evidence that has been gathered and is in the possession of investigators?
  • What is the primary purpose of Community Risk Reduction (CRR)?
  • In an area of origin the blank will contain an indication of fire cause?
  • Which statement about tempered glass is true?
  • Hydrocarbon fuels do not mix with water.
  • Which construction type uses heavy timber interior framing and noncombustible exterior walls?
  • What is an advantage of using a foam nozzle to apply fire fighting foam?
  • A personal flotation device (PFD) is a life jacket or similar device that provides buoyancy for the wearer; when used for rescue operations, it should be U.S. Coast Guard approved Type III or V.
  • Which term is used for the overview and critique of an incident by all responding agencies, often used in training to evaluate performance?
  • Which term refers to the cause classification for a fire that results from an accidental act, not deliberate ignition?
  • Which concentrate combines fluoroprotein with aqueous film forming capabilities?
  • Most plastic will melt and contribute to the fuel load.
  • Which sprinkler color uses an Orange/Red bulb?
  • Which collapse pattern is the most vulnerable to secondary collapse?
  • Which post is nearest the rear door handle on a four-door vehicle, or the rear roof post on a two-door vehicle?
  • What term refers to several diseases that result in obstructive problems in the airway?
  • Where should chalk marks indicate the position of couplings on hoses during testing?
  • 250 gpm adds approximately how many tons of water per minute?
  • What is the written plan that identifies and analyzes the exposure to hazards, the selection of appropriate risk management techniques to handle exposures, the implementation of chosen techniques, and monitoring of the results?
  • When fighting fire, what should you do to preserve evidence?
  • Structural collapse can be caused by damage from which forces?
  • Which post runs between the front and rear doors on a four-door vehicle, or the door-handle-end post on a two-door car?
  • Eduction (induction) is a foam proportioning method that uses...
  • In collapse patterns, the pattern where floor and roof assemblies collapse on both sides of a load-bearing center wall is called what?
  • Which statement best describes why low head dams are dangerous to rescue operations?
  • In vehicle extrication operations, what is the first step responders should perform?
  • Which equipment types are covered by the calibration requirement for hose pressure testing?
  • Which NFPA term describes incidents that have the potential to cause critical incident stress?
  • Which part of the vehicle body surrounds the front tires?
  • Which type of fire is intentionally set?
  • Statements should be made to who ONLY?
  • Firefighters working on or near a roadway must wear what?
  • Curtain wall is described as which?
  • A Fire Fighter II is most likely to be assigned to monitor for hazardous atmospheres during which incident?
  • When would a fire hose be tagged for repair?
  • Defensive strategy is defined as which of the following?
  • Which term describes steel structural members that are protected by spray-on fireproofing or encased in a UL-approved system?
  • What type of accident can often require displacing the dashboard?
  • Traditionally, collapse zones have been estimated by multiplying the height of the structure by a factor of which value?
  • What best describes safety glass?
  • BLEVE stands for which of the following?
  • Which material is the most common building material in North America?
  • When should a fire hose receive a repair tag?
  • What are lengths of solid wood or plastic used to stabilize vehicles and collapsed buildings during extrication incidents?
  • According to the 5-10-12-18-20 inch rule of thumb, what clearance is recommended for side impact/knee bolsters?
  • During hose testing, what should be marked on the hose jackets against each blank?
  • What does CAFS stand for?
  • Rope Rescue refers to the use of rope and related equipment to perform rescue.
  • Generators are typically equipped with which voltage outlets?
  • Wood with high moisture content is sometimes referred to as ______
  • ______ is the primary material used for structural support in the construction of large buildings.
  • Which is NOT a fire cause classification?
  • Who is in charge of the Incident Command System and responsible for the management of all incident operations during an emergency?
  • Which statement describes tensile strength?
  • What defines physical evidence?
  • Which statement about the whizzer saw is true?
  • Rain down method involves which action?
  • True or false: Heat exposure can cause masonry mortar to degrade and show signs of weakness.
  • The stabilization process is which of the following?
  • Which sprinkler color uses a Purple bulb?
  • Which powered rescue tools are designed primarily for pushing and the largest of these tools can extend to nearly 5'?
  • A ________ _________ must be established adjacent to any exposed exterior walls of the structure.
  • What is needed to cut through many modern vehicle posts that are made from case-hardened steel or exotic materials?
  • Which collapse pattern occurs when one outer wall fails while the opposite wall remains intact, forming a triangular void underneath?
  • Incendiary Fire Cause is defined as:
  • Which is one of the immediate action steps that includes accounting for personnel?
  • Holding the nozzles above the pump discharge during testing serves to discharge which of the following?
  • Supplemental restraint system (SRS) is best described as?
  • Who conducts detailed analysis and determines amount of loss?
  • what is a characteristic of plastic cribbing?
  • Which term describes flammable liquids that mix readily with water such as ethanol?
  • Which structural member is described as lightweight truss built from a long steel bar bent at a 90-degree angle with welded top and bottom pieces?
  • When isolating the electrical system of a vehicle, which terminal should be removed first to minimize arcing?
  • Which sprinkler color uses a Blue bulb?
  • The strength of a vehicle's ______ after a collision determines the vehicle's structural integrity.
  • Which of the following can indicate fire cause?
  • Which component is defined as metal or wooden plates used to connect and strengthen intersections of truss components into a load-bearing unit?
  • When masonry construction collapses, the debris can travel some distance and cause what?
  • Risk-benefit analysis in incident operations is best described as which?
  • High-quality foam bubbles are created through which process?
  • What partitions between the engine compartment and the passenger compartment?
  • Which statement about foam expansion is true?
  • Safest procedure for maintaining portable lighting equipment.
  • Which saw is typically gasoline powered, is used for cutting wood, metal or masonry and can be used with both large toothed and fine toothed blades?
  • What is a recommended practice when establishing perimeters at a fire scene?
  • Which door type has its entire core filled with solid material?
  • Masonry includes bricks, stones and _________.
  • In vehicles, tempered glass is most commonly used for which windows?
  • Which of the following is NOT a listed use for metals in buildings?
  • Which collapse pattern offers a good chance of habitable void spaces on both sides of the center wall?
  • Which statement best describes the area of origin?
  • What is the method for identifying which emergency responders are working on an incident scene?
  • Which construction method uses concrete poured into forms at the site to be used?
  • What is the term for the operational zone established on or near a roadway for rerouting traffic and protecting civilians and responders?
  • Church steeples, water tanks, chimneys, and false facades that extend above the structure must be viewed as a potential collapse hazard.
  • Defensive strategy in incident management involves which approach?
  • Which lifting device is placed between the ground and an object and inflated to lift or separate objects?
  • What is rebar?
  • Mixing water with foam concentrate to form a foam solution is referred to as:
  • In incident operations, which term describes allowing firefighters to rest, rehydrate, and recover, and also refers to the on-scene location for such activity?
  • Which is an indicator that a fire hose should be removed from service?
  • What item in the area of origin is examined to indicate the fire cause?
  • Which of the following is NOT an example of a code category?
  • Orange hydrants have a GPM of
  • Which term refers to the partition between engine and passenger compartments in vehicles?
  • Stones and concrete may lose small portions of their surface when heated, a condition called _______.
  • Which term is the general descriptor for anything that can taint physical evidence during a fire investigation?
  • Which type of foam proportioner is directly attached to the pump panel outlet or connected at some point in the hose lay?
  • Proper cleaning methods for power tools
  • Water source requirement during service testing of a fire hose
  • On a two-door vehicle, which post is considered the C-post?
  • Which hazard is associated with fire fighting foam concentrate?
  • Which powered rescue tool produces tremendous force at its tips and can spread up to 32 inches apart?
  • Does charring on vertical surfaces of walls, closed doors, and objects face toward the area or point of origin?
  • The two 1½-inch outlets on a water thief are used to supply additional hoses from the main source.
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