17-Training manual History of fire service Flashcards
According to Chapter 1 of the Training Manual, What ancient civilization had a specialized group called “fire guardians” responsible for preventing and extinguishing fires?
a) Ancient Greece
b) Ancient Egypt
c) Ancient Rome
d) Ancient China
B
Firefighting can be traced back to ancient civilizations such as
Ancient Egypt, where a specialized group called “fire guardians” worked to prevent
and extinguish fires. Ancient Rome also had a firefighting force known as the “Vigiles.”
They were responsible for various tasks, including firefighting and maintaining public
order.
According to Chapter 1 of the Training Manual,
In Ancient Rome, what was the name of the firefighting force responsible for tasks such as firefighting and maintaining public order?
a) Fire Brigade
b) Fire Guardians
c) Vigiles
d) Fire Wardens
C
Firefighting can be traced back to ancient civilizations such as
Ancient Egypt, where a specialized group called “fire guardians” worked to prevent
and extinguish fires. Ancient Rome also had a firefighting force known as the “Vigiles.”
They were responsible for various tasks, including firefighting and maintaining public
order.
According to Chapter 1 of the Training Manual,
During the Middle Ages, how was firefighting often carried out, with volunteers using what method?
a) Water hoses
b) Bucket brigades
c) Steam-powered engines
d) Horse-drawn carts
B
During the Middle Ages, firefighting was often carried out by volunteers, who formed
bucket brigades to pass water from nearby sources to extinguish fires.
According to Chapter 1 of the Training Manual,
In some medieval cities like London, who were responsible for firefighting duties and had designated firefighters called “fire wardens”?
a) Guilds or trade associations
b) Royal Guards
c) Monastic orders
d) Merchant guilds
A
In some cities,
such as London, guilds or trade associations were responsible for firefighting duties.
These guilds had designated firefighters called “fire wardens” who patrolled the streets
and watched for fires.
According to Chapter 1 of the Training Manual,
What significant event in 1666 led to the establishment of the first fire insurance company in London and improvements in firefighting efforts?
a) The Black Death
b) The Great Plague
c) The Great Fire of London
d) The London Blitz
C
According to Chapter 1 of the Training Manual,
In the American colonies, which cities established volunteer fire companies in the 18th century?
a) Boston, New York, and Philadelphia
b) Charleston, Baltimore, and Savannah
c) Williamsburg, Richmond, and Newport
d) Albany, Hartford, and Providence
A
In the
American colonies, volunteer fire companies were established in cities like Boston,
New York, and Philadelphia. These volunteer firefighters organized themselves into
companies and developed their own equipment and strategies.
According to Chapter 1 of the Training Manual,
What technological development in 1829 improved the efficiency and effectiveness of firefighting during the Industrial Revolution?
a) Horse-drawn fire engines
b) Bucket brigades
c) Steam-powered fire engines
d) Water hoses
C
The Industrial Revolution brought significant changes to the fire service. Cities grew
larger, and the increased use of machinery and factories posed new fire risks. The first
steam-powered fire engine was developed in 1829 by James Boyd in the United
States
According to Chapter 1 of the Training Manual,
In which city was the first professional fire department in the United States formed in 1853?
a) Boston
b) New York
c) Cincinnati
d) Philadelphia
C
The professionalization of the fire service began in the 19th century, with the
establishment of paid, career fire departments in many cities. The first professional fire
department in the United States was formed in Cincinnati in 1853.
According to Chapter 1 of the Training Manual,
What significant change did the Industrial Revolution bring to the fire service in terms of fire risks?
a) Decreased risk due to improved technology
b) Increased risk due to the growth of cities and machinery
c) Elimination of fire hazards in factories
d) Standardization of firefighting equipment
B
The Industrial Revolution brought significant changes to the fire service. Cities grew
larger, and the increased use of machinery and factories posed new fire risks.
According to Chapter 1 of the Training Manual,
What development in the 19th century marked the professionalization of the fire service?
a) Introduction of motorized fire apparatus
b) Formation of paid, career fire departments
c) Establishment of fire insurance companies
d) Invention of the fire alarm system
B
The professionalization of the fire service began in the 19th century, with the
establishment of paid, career fire departments in many cities. The first professional fire department in the United States was formed in Cincinnati in 1853.
According to Chapter 1 of the Training Manual,
How did motorized fire apparatus, such as fire engines and ladder trucks, enhance firefighting capabilities?
a) Increased manpower
b) Improved communication
c) Enhanced mobility and speed
d) Advanced water-pumping technology
C
According to Chapter 1 of the Training Manual,
Who began focusing on fire prevention and public education in the early 20th century?
a) Hazardous materials response
b) Emergency medical services
c) Technical rescue
d) Fire departments
D
Fire departments started focusing on fire
prevention and public education, promoting fire safety practices and installing fire
alarms and sprinkler systems.
According to Chapter 1 of the Training Manual,
What improved firefighter safety and effectiveness?
a) Specialized equipment
b) Protective gear
c) Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)
d) Thermal imaging cameras
e) All of the above
E
The development of specialized firefighting equipment
and protective gear, including self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and thermal
imaging cameras, improved firefighter safety and effectiveness
According to Chapter 1 of the Training Manual, What do firefighters receive extensive training in, reflecting the diverse roles they play in emergencies?
a) Law enforcement
b) Fire suppression, hazardous materials response, technical rescue, and emergency medical services
c) Public relations
d) Environmental protection
B
The fire service has continued to evolve, incorporating advanced technologies and
techniques. Firefighters receive extensive training in fire suppression, hazardous
materials response, technical rescue, and emergency medical services.
According to Chapter 1 of the Training Manual,
How has collaboration between fire departments and other emergency response agencies improved over time?
a) Reduction of emergency services
b) Increase in competition
c) Enhanced overall emergency preparedness and response
d) Decrease in public awareness campaigns
C
