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121.16 Flashcards

1
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  1. How does a member check for roof stability?
A

Sound with a tool

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  1. How would you warn members below that you are about to break a skylight?
A

Break a small amount of glass- pause- then continue, or use your portable radio

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  1. What indications could you use to determine that you are over a main body of fire?
A

a. Bubbling Tar
b. Fire showing from a top floor
c. Dry spots
d. Melting snow

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4
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  1. What is a “Kerf” cut?
A

Small triangular observation hole

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5
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  1. Describe a salvage cover?
A

12’ x 18’ heavy duty plastic cover with grommets (24) on the sides and ends

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  1. When throwing a coverall what should be done to expel air?
A

Pull down sharply

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  1. When forming a catch all what and where are the folds made?
A

Ends are 24”, the Sides are 18” and the corners are folded in but not patted down

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  1. When using two salvage covers to form a floor cover how is the seam made?
A

First cover is folded back on itself 8” then the next cover is married on top and then 2 folds of 4” each are made and then patted down (8-4-4)

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9
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  1. When shutting gas off by a curb gate valve where is it located and how do you shut it off?
A

Located between the curb and property line, turn clockwise until it resists usually 6 to 20 turns depending on the size of the valve

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10
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  1. If a fire valve cannot be opened at first what may you do to assist yourself in gaining access?
A

Tap around the edge while applying pressure in a counter clockwise direction

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11
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  1. Gas meters can be turn off how?
A

Turning stopcock so that the operating lug is crosswise to the pipe a ¼ turn

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12
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  1. What is the term for the chemical change that occurs to wood when it is heated?
A

Pyrolysis

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13
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  1. Fire-retardant wood is treated with __________.
A

Mineral salts

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  1. What is the term for plastics that will melt under fire conditions?
A

Thermoplastic

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  1. What is a commonly used structural material in a Type I building?
A

Protected steel

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16
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  1. The structural components of a Type _____ building will not burn.
A

Type II

17
Q
  1. Which type of construction is heavy timber?
A

Type IV

18
Q
  1. What is Type V construction?
A

Wood frame

19
Q
  1. Which structural component is composed of relatively small and lightweight components arranged in a series of triangles?
A

Truss

20
Q
  1. What are smoke, heat, and toxic gases called collectively?
A

Products of combustion

21
Q
  1. What is the term for an open space within a wall where wires and pipes run?
A

Chase

22
Q
  1. Within a room or space, where are the hottest gases found?
A

At the highest level

23
Q
  1. What is the term for the transfer of heat through a circulating medium of liquid or gas?
A

Convection

24
Q
  1. Which sort of air movement is likely on a hot day in an air-conditioned tall building?
A

Downdraft

25
Q
  1. In ordinary construction, exterior walls are made of __________.
A

Noncombustible or limited-combustible materials

26
Q
  1. In which construction type are there uninterrupted channels in the walls from foundation to attic?
A

Balloon frame

27
Q
  1. Which hazard is of particular concern in a basement fire?
A

Smoke and heat venting up the stairs toward fire fighters

28
Q
  1. What is the maximum wattage that an apparatus-mounted generator can produce?
A

Between 10,000 and 15,000 watts

29
Q
  1. The output range for portable lights is generally __________ watts.
A

300 to 1500 watts

30
Q
  1. What is the term for operations undertaken to limit or reduce property loss?
A

Salvage

31
Q
  1. What is the term for operations undertaken to find and extinguish any remaining pockets of fire?
A

Overhaul

32
Q
  1. What is the term for operations undertaken to find and extinguish any remaining pockets of fire?
A

Overhaul

33
Q
  1. The lighting and power equipment used on an emergency scene generally operate at ________.
A

110-volt AC

34
Q
  1. Which device interrupts the current when there is a problem with an electrical ground?
A

GFI

35
Q
  1. It is permissible to remove SCBA during salvage operations after __________.
A

Atmosphere has been tested and found safe

36
Q
  1. The first portable light should be set up __________.
A

At the entry point into the structure

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