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1
Q

How much of the body is structural firefighting personal protective equipment (PPE) designed to cover?

A

Full body coverage

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2
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What is the primary function of the moisture barrier in structural firefighting PPE?

A

Prevent liquids and vapors from reaching the skin

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3
Q

Which part of the structural firefighting PPE ensemble is designed to protect the neck and ears?

A

The protective hood

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4
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During use in actual firefighting conditions, the maximum realistic duration of an SCBA air supply is about _____ percent of its rated duration.

A

50

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5
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What is the purpose of a personal alert safety system (PASS)?

A

Sound an alarm if a fire fighter is motionless for a set period of time

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6
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Which piece of equipment must be worn with structural firefighting PPE and SCBA?

A

PASS device

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7
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What is the primary function of the purge/bypass valve on an SCBA regulator?

A

Provide an emergency air supply in the event of a malfunction

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8
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How often must SCBA face pieces be fit-tested?

A

Every 12 months

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9
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What is a commonly used technique for conserving SCBA air?

A

Skip breathing

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10
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What is the first step in cleaning SCBA?

A

Rinse the entire unit with clean water from a hose

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11
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Which item is an optional component of the structural firefighting protective ensemble?

A

Hearing protection

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12
Q

The multilayered or quilted layer of structural firefighting protective clothing is the:

A

thermal barrier

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13
Q

Which component of structural firefighting protective clothing is critical for protecting the body from steam burns?

A

Moisture barrier

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14
Q

A drag rescue device (DRD) is a component of the:

A

protective coat

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15
Q

PPE exposed to hazardous conditions should undergo an initial reduction of contaminants __________.

A

at the scene before returning to the station

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16
Q

A structural firefighting PPE ensemble includes which specific piece of equipment?

A

PASS device

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17
Q

The outer shell of structural firefighting protective clothing is constructed of a flame-resistant materials such as Nomex, Kevlar or _________?

A

PBI

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18
Q

Which is an approved material for structural firefighting boots?

A

Leather

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19
Q

Which statement about the care and use of PPE is correct?

A

Accumulated dirt or contamination increases the potential for failure of protective clothing.

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20
Q

Fire fighters should be able to don and activate an SCBA within _____ seconds.

A

60

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21
Q

When donning SCBA, fire fighters should check that the cylinder has a minimum of _____ percent of its rated maximum pressure.

A

90

22
Q

The primary function of a fire helmet’s __________ is intended to provide thermal protection

A

inner liner

23
Q

Which statement about the use of a protective hood is correct?

A

Don the SCBA face piece first and then pull the hood up over it.

24
Q

What is a requirement for structural firefighting boots?

A

Slip-resistant sole

25
Q

Which is a component of the Reilly method of air conservation?

A

Humming

26
Q

The realistic duration of an SCBA air supply is __________ than the rated duration.

A

much shorter

27
Q

What is the primary function of the purge/bypass valve on an SCBA regulator?

A

Provide an emergency air supply in the event of a malfunction

28
Q

Current NFPA standards require an SCBA EOSTI to sound when cylinder pressure drops to _____ percent of capacity.

A

35

29
Q

Pressure readings on an SCBA cylinder gauge and remote pressure gauge should not differ by more than _____ %.

A

15

30
Q

Which type of breathing apparatus recycles the user’s exhaled air?

A

Closed circuit

31
Q

Which NFPA standard deals with protective ensembles for structural and proximity firefighting?

A

1971

32
Q

Which NFPA standard deals with protective clothing and equipment for wildland firefighting?

A

1977

33
Q

Which NFPA standard deals with open-circuit self-contained breathing apparatus?

A

1981

34
Q

Which NFPA standard deals with personal alert safety systems?

A

1982

35
Q

What is the term for the lower part of a protective hood?

A

Bib

36
Q

Which item is an optional component of the structural firefighting protective ensemble?

A

Hearing protection

37
Q

The multilayered or quilted layer of structural firefighting protective clothing is the:

A

thermal barrier.

38
Q

Which component of structural firefighting protective clothing is critical for protecting the body from steam burns?

A

Moisture barrier

39
Q

Turnout coats and trousers have a protective system that consists of _____ layers.

A

3

40
Q

A drag rescue device (DRD) is a component of the:

A

protective coat.

41
Q

Smoke contains _____ highly toxic products of combustion or physical states of matter.

A

three

41
Q

Which is an acceptable location for PPE that has undergone decontamination?

A

None of these is correct.

42
Q

PPE exposed to hazardous conditions should undergo an initial reduction of contaminants __________.

A

at the scene before returning to the station

43
Q

An oxygen-deficient atmosphere contains less than _____ percent oxygen.

A

19.5

44
Q

Recent studies have identified which hazard related to the use of protective hoods?

A

Transfer of carcinogens from the hood to the skin

45
Q

What is the function of an EOSTI?

A

Warn an SCBA wearer of low cylinder pressure

46
Q

Which agency sets the design, testing, and certification standards for SCBA equipment?

A

National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)

46
Q

The function of a RIC/UAC is to provide air for:

A

emergency refilling of a low air cylinder.

47
Q

SCBA cylinders of aluminum, steel, and carbon-fiber must be hydrostatically tested every _____ years.

A

5

48
Q

For which type of incident is a supplied-air respirator most likely to be used?

A

Industrial or some hazardous materials situations

49
Q

Which type of breathing apparatus offers protection only for specific, known hazards?

A

Air-purifying respirator

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