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8.0 Other Emergency Situations Flashcards

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What has contributed to the shift from traditional fossil fuel-based electrical energy generation to more renewable technologies?
a. Government incentives
b. Increased pollution
c. Reduced availability of fossil fuels
d. Higher energy costs

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What are the common types of renewable electrical energy generation technologies mentioned in the passage?
a. Solar PV, wind turbine, fuel cell, and small hydro
b. Geothermal, nuclear, tidal, and wave
c. Coal, natural gas, oil, and biomass
d. Hydroelectric, coal, and nuclear

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What is the purpose of the “disconnecting devices” in solar PV systems?
a. To increase electricity generation
b. To store energy in battery banks
c. To disconnect all electrical equipment
d. To enhance grid-tied systems

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C

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In a Grid Tied system, what happens to excess electricity generated by solar PV panels?
a. It is stored in battery banks
b. It is sold back to the grid
c. It is used to power the entire building
d. It is converted to heat energy

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B

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What is the role of an inverter in a solar PV system?
a. To generate electricity from light
b. To convert DC electrical energy to AC
c. To store energy in batery banks
d. To increase the voltage of solar panels

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B

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What is a potential challenge for firefighters when identifying PV systems on rooftops?
a. Visible signs and labels
b. Exterior location of disconnecting devices
c. Location near the main electrical panel
d. Lack of additional meters

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B

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What is a significant tripping hazard mentioned in the passage related to solar PV systems?
a. Conduits or wires connecting PV panels
b. Inverter boxes on rooftops
c. Labels and signs on buildings
d. Moonlight and scene lighting

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What is the recommendation for emergency responders in dealing with alternative generation systems?
a. Disconnect the system immediately
b. Develop a contact list of solar panel installers/maintainers
c. Ignore alternative generation systems
d. Call the utility company for assistance

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B

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What does the term “Nacelle” refer to in the context of wind turbines?
a. Tower structure
b. Blade hub
c. Body, shell, and casing covering turbine components
d. Gearbox

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C

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What is a potential hazard when a wind turbine is disconnected from the utility source?
a. Decreased noise level
b. Live wires inside the structure
c. Reduced rotation of blades
d. Disconnection of storage batteries

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B

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What can some wind generating systems use, similar to large UPS systems?
a. Solar panels
b. Storage batteries
c. Geothermal energy
d. Wind storage tanks

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B

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What are some of the combustibles associated with the Nacelle housing of a wind turbine?
a. Concrete and steel
b. Glass and ceramics
c. Plastics, hydraulic fluids, lubrication oils, and interior foam sound insulation
d. Aluminum and copper

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C

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What is a fuel cell and what fuel types can it run on?
a. A device generating mechanical energy, runs on natural gas only
b. A device generating chemical energy, runs on hydrogen only
c. A device generating AC electrical current, runs on solar energy only
d. A device generating DC electrical current, runs on various fuels including natural gas and hydrogen

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D

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What is required in the context of fuel cell technology to ensure safety during emergencies?
a. Remote operation of fuel cells
b. Establishment of a collapse zone
c. Use of combustible materials
d. Installation of solar panels

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B

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What is the illicit growing of controlled substances, often found in residential buildings, referred to as?
a. Illegal Farming
b. Grow Ops
c. Secret Cultivation
d. Covert Plantations

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B

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What type of wiring methods are typically used in Grow Ops to avoid suspicion related to high power consumption?
a. Conventional wiring
b. Overhead wiring
c. Dangerous wiring methods
d. Underground wiring

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C

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What are signs of tampering with the electrical service in a Grow Op?
a. Taps made underground through the foundation
b. Cutting into the utility feed before the meter if the overhead mast is concealed
c. Both a and b
d. Neither a nor b

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C

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What are some electrical contact/shock hazards in Grow Ops?
a. Properly bonded and grounded equipment
b. Unapproved wiring methods
c. Exposed wiring, terminals, and connections
d. Short circuits due to proper grounding

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B

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Why does entering a Grow Op before the incoming utility supply has been disconnected put first responders at risk?
a. High temperature
b. Risk of explosion
c. Risk of electrocution
d. Both b and c

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D

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What is the potential risk of of-gassing in a Grow Op during a fire?
a. Risk of explosion
b. Respiratory hazards due to chemicals and carcinogens
c. Both a and b
d. None of the above

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C

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Why should first responders wear appropriate respiratory protection when dealing with a Grow Op situation?
a. Risk of explosive gases
b. Presence of molds and toxins
c. Both a and b
d. Minimal risk involved

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C

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Why is heavy copper wire used in electrical substations?
a. To carry water
b. To carry electricity
c. To carry gas
d. To carry signals

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B

21
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What is the recommended tactic for dealing with a fire in a Grow Op?
a. Offensive firefighting tactics
b. Defensive firefighting tactics
c. Rapid intervention tactics
d. Evacuation tactics

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B

22
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What is the purpose of copper grounding in electrical and non-electrical equipment?
a. To increase weight
b. To enhance visual appearance
c. To protect against step and touch potential hazards
d. To reduce conductivity

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C

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Why has there been an increase in copper theft incidents at substations?
a. Decrease in copper prices
b. Lack of interest in copper
c. Increase in copper prices
d. Adequate security measures

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C

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What are typical signs of a break-in at an electrical substation?
a. Painted walls
b. Holes cut into the fence
c. Vibrant flowers
d. Intact locks

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B

25
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What risk does copper theft pose to public safety and utility workers?
a. Reduced visibility
b. Improved grounding
c. Hazards due to exposed live electrical apparatus
d. Enhanced communication

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C

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What is a major concern mentioned in the context of copper theft at substations?
a. Increased property value
b. Unsecured site and access to hazardous areas
c. Enhanced safety measures
d. Improved fencing

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B

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What should emergency responders do if they are notified of a break-in at an electrical substation?
a. Immediately enter the substation
b. Call the police and wait for them to arrive
c. Attempt to apprehend the thieves
d. Secure the site themselves

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B

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When should emergency responders enter a substation after a break-in?
a. Immediately upon arrival
b. Only if they spot the thieves
c. When the electrical utility personnel arrive and instruct them to do so
d. Whenever they deem it necessary

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C

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