17- Training manual Probationary Firefighter Flashcards
According to the training manual, in reference to the section on Probationary firefighters, What is emphasised as a critical aspect of a firefighting career?
a. Stability in firefighting methods
b. Unwavering adherence to tradition
c. Constant change and improvement
d. Resistance to new technologies
C
In choosing a fire service career, you should realise that firefighting methods must
undergo constant change, revision and improvement, to successfully control fire
hazards relative to the flood of new chemicals, materials, articles, devices, etc.,
constantly becoming available to home and industry.
According to Chapter 1 of the training manual, how does modern firefighting compare to historical methods?
a. It has advanced considerably.
b. It has become less efficient.
c. It remains unchanged.
d. It is now a less important profession.
A
You will discover the fire service has advanced considerably in efficiency and
effectiveness since the days of the horse-drawn steamers. Modern firefighting is
receiving creditable recognition as a technical protective science, extremely important
to the welfare of the country.
According to Chapter 1 of the training manual, What does the passage suggest is crucial for a probationary firefighter’s success in the fire service?
a. Independence and self-reliance
b. Constantly seeking promotions
c. Cooperation, learning, and the right attitude
d. Avoiding interaction with experienced firefighters
C
According to Chapter 1 of the training manual, How is discipline defined in the Brampton Fire and Emergency Services?
a. A rigid set of rules
b. Punishment for mistakes
c. “The training that strengthens”
d. A military-style hierarchy
C
Discipline may be defined in several ways. In the Brampton Fire and Emergency
Services, discipline is “the training that strengthens”. Discipline is absolutely necessary
so that the Service will function successfully and fires will be efficiently extinguished.
According to Chapter 1 of the training manual, in reference to the section on Probationary firefighters, describe the probationary firefighter’s role in firefighting companies?
a. As a leader
b. As an observer
c. As a solo performer
d. As a team member
B
The probationary firefighter, realising orders or commands may be based upon
conditions of which they are unaware, must obey them without questions, to the best
of their ability. They should have confidence in their Company Officer, and should
remain with them at fires or other emergencies until ordered elsewhere.
According to Chapter 1 of the training manual,in reference to the section on Probationary firefighters, what is a potential consequence of a probationary firefighter failing to maintain a good reputation?
a. Promotion
b. Dismissal
c. Salary increase
d. Additional training
B
There is a difference between working for a private firm and for a municipality. Citizens
are inclined to be more or less critical of their public employees; expect members of
its Fire Service to be neat, courteous, honest, moral, and of good conduct. Failure on
the part of the probationary firefighter to maintain this excellent reputation may mean
dismissal. You are expected to conduct yourself accordingly as long as you remain a
member of the Service.
According to Chapter 1 of the training manual, in reference to the section on Probationary firefighters, what does it suggest about the probationary firefighter’s use of their official position?
a. It should be exploited for personal gain.
b. It is encouraged for career advancement.
c. It should not be used for personal advantages.
d. It is essential for building relationships.
C
The probationary firefighter should never use their official position to secure
advantages for themselves. Such practices discredit the entire Service. Local
businesses and citizens are paying firefighters’ salaries, as taxpayers, and should not
be approached for additional favours by members of the Service.
According to Chapter 1 of the training manual, in reference to the section on Probationary firefighters, how does it characterize the relationship between experience and decision-making in firefighting?
a. Experience is irrelevant.
b. Decisions are not influenced by experience.
c. Experience is the prime mover and deciding factor.
d. Decisions are made independently of experience.
C
It will soon be apparent to the probationary firefighter that firefighting experience
becomes the prime mover and the deciding factor in nearly every split-second decision
firefighters must make at fires or other emergencies with which they contend.
According to Chapter 1 of the training manual, What is considered essential for a probationary firefighter’s progress and promotion in the fire service?
a. Good physical fitness
b. Knowledge and ability to assume additional responsibilities
c. Connections with higher-ranking officers
d. Participation in community events
B
The progress and promotion of any member of the Fire Service is dependent upon
their knowledge and their ability to assume additional responsibilities.
According to Chapter 1 of the training manual, in reference to the section on Probationary firefighters, how does it describe the importance of honesty and trustworthiness for firefighters?
a. It is irrelevant to their role.
b. It is only important when dealing with superiors.
c. It is unquestionable and imperative.
d. It is important only during emergencies.
C
The honesty and trustworthiness of firefighters must be unquestionable, because it is
often necessary for them to enter homes and business establishments under
emergency conditions with or without the knowledge of the owners. Complete faith in
the integrity of the Service personnel by the people of the City is imperative.
According to Chapter 1 of the training manual, in reference to the section on Probationary firefighters,, how should the probationary firefighter approach the seemingly unimportant tasks assigned to them?
a. Ignore them.
b. Perform them reluctantly.
c. Perform them willingly and well.
d. Delegate them to more experienced personnel.
C
According to Chapter 1 of the training manual, What aid and assistance will a probationary firefighter receive to become a good firefighter?
a. multiple opportunities to study and train
b. personal instruction and training by competent Officers and members of the
Service while on duty
c. being able to actually see, handle and use firefighting tools, appliances and
equipment
d. opportunities to profit (provided they are observant and alert) from actual
firefighting experience and from observing the work of their fellow firefighters
in action
e. All of the above
E
According to Chapter 1 of the training manual, According to the passage, what is the probationary firefighter expected to quickly become familiar with?
a. Names of colleagues
b. Fire station locations
c. Firefighting equipment and appliances
d. Emergency procedures
C
The probationary firefighter should quickly become familiar with the location of
firefighting equipment and appliances carried on the various fire apparatus to which
they are assigned. Although their ability to use this equipment may need further
developing, valuable time will be saved at emergencies if they know where needed
equipment is to be found on the apparatus.
According to Chapter 1 of the training manual,How is the probationary firefighter advised to secure practical knowledge and experience in firefighting?
a. Only through on-the-job training
b. By waiting until emergencies occur
c. Through study and training, in addition to on-the-job experience
d. By relying solely on personal intuition
C
A firefighter, obviously, cannot wait until fires or other emergencies occur to secure the
practical knowledge they should have or the experience they so vitally need.
Firefighters learn much at fires, but their success as a firefighter will also depend upon
how quickly and how well they assimilate the experience of other firefighters by means
of study and training.
According to Chapter 1 of the training manual, in reference to the section on Probationary firefighters, What is highlighted as a crucial factor in the success of a firefighter in emergencies?
a. Quick decision-making
b. Extensive knowledge
c. Second-guessing
d. Patience
A
It will soon be apparent to the probationary firefighter that firefighting experience
becomes the prime mover and the deciding factor in nearly every split-second decision
firefighters must make at fires or other emergencies with which they contend.
