Chapter 1 - The Fire Service Flashcards
What does the Golden Rule mean when applied to the fire service?
Treat everyone else as if they were a member of your family
Which position serves as a point of contact between the incident commander and the news media?
Public Information Officer
Which style of leadership does the fire department use?
Paramilitary
Seventy-one percent of career fire fighters work in jurisdictions with a population of _______ or more.
25,000
Approximately __ percent of fire fighters in the United State are volunteers
70
The earliest known fire department was in ____
ancient Rome
Which was one of the major US fires of 1871”
Great Chicago Fire
Which development led to the widespread use of the mechanized pumping apparatus?
Wagon-mounted steam engines
In the fire service, the bugle has become a symbol of
authority
Where was the first fire insurance company formed in America?
Charleston, South Carolina
For whom should fire fighters consider that they work for?
The tax-paying citizens
Which basic management principle says that each fire fighter should answer to only one supervisor?
Unity of Command
According to FEMA, span of control of personnel is between
3 and 7
A fire fighter will most typically report directly to a person of which rank?
Lieutenant
Which rank is directly above a lieutenant in the fire service?
Captain
In a typical fire department rank structure, an assistant chief reports directly to the
chief of the department
Truck companies are sometimes referred to as ____companies
ladder
Which type of company specializes in saving victims from fires, confined spaces, trenches, and high-angle situations?
Rescue
A fire fighter with specialized knowledge and training for high-angle rescue, structural collapse, trench rescue, confined-space, and similar operations is a
technical rescuer.
Which are developed to provide definitive guidelines for present and future actions?
Policies
What does the “S” stand for in “SOP”?
Standard
Which are the two levels of NFPA fire fighter certification?
I and II
Training and performance qualifications for firefighters are specified in which NFPA standard?
1001
Medical requirements for fire fighters are specified in which NFPA standard?
1582
The individual responsible for the management of all incident operations is the
incident commander.
A fire fighter with specialized training for aircraft and airport-related incidents is a(n)
aircraft rescue fire fighter.
A fire fighter who is trained and certified in chemical identification, leak control, and decontamination is a
hazardous materials technician.
Specific information on the actions to be taken to accomplish a certain task is provided by
standard operating procedures.
Which type of company is responsible for securing a water source, deploying handlines and
putting water on the fire?
Engine
Which type of company specializes in incidents involving spilled or leaking hazardous chemicals?
Hazardous material
Who is responsible for coordinating the activities of several fire companies in a defined geographic area such as a district?
Assistant Chief
Which term is defined as guiding and directing fire fighters to do what their fire department expects of them?
Discipline
Organizing an incident by breaking down the overall strategy into a series of smaller tasks is an example of
division of labor.
The number of people whom one person can supervise effectively is known as
span of control
Which position specializes in reviewing plans for fire detection and suppression systems for functionality and code compliance?
Fire protection engineer
Which national organization writes codes and standards for fire protection?
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
Who developed the first fire hydrant?
Frederick Graff
Which is one of the four basic management principles used by fire departments?
Division of labor
NFPA standards are ________ codes and standards
consensus-based
The goal of _____ is to ensure that all members of an agency perform a given task in a uniform way
standard operating procedures
The ______ creates a structure through which a department manages its routine and emergency operations?
Chain of command
A fire department has posted the following message in a prominent location “The Smith City Fire Department is Committed to Professional Excellence Trough a tradition of Protecting Lives, Property, and the Environment by Providing the Highest Quality of Service in Prevention, Fire Protection, Emergency Medical Services, and Community Preparedness” This is an example of a _______ statement
mission
Which cultural characteristic means taking action even though you have doubts or fears about the consequences”
Moral courage
What is the set of shared attitudes, values, goals, and practices that characterize an institution or organization?
Culture
Which fire was the precursor for today’s NFPA 101 Life Safety Code and helped bring about changes like sprinkler systems where more than 25 people work above ground level?
Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire
LIST FIVE GUIDELINES FOR SUCCESSFUL FIRE FIGHTER TRAINING
- Be Safe
- Follow Orders
- Work as a team
- Think
- Follow the Golden Rule
DESCRIBE THE MISSION OF THE FIRE SERVICE.
The primary mission of the fire department is to save lives and protect property and the environment through prevention, education, suppression, and rescue activities.
Often called an engineer or technician, the ______ _____ ______/______ is responsible for getting the fire apparatus to the scene safely, as well as setting up and running the pump or operating the aerial device once it arrives on the scene. This function is a full-time role in some departments; in other departments, it is rotated among the fire fighters.
Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator
The _______ _______ is usually a lieutenant or captain who is in charge of an apparatus. This person leads the company both on scene and at the station. The ______ ______ is responsible for initial firefighting strategy, personnel safety, and the overall activities of the fire fighters on their apparatus. Once command is established, the ______ ______ focuses on tactics.
Company Officer
The ______ ______ ______ watches the overall operation for unsafe practices. He or she has the authority to halt any firefighting activity, allowing the activity to resume only when it can be done safely and correctly. The senior ranking officer may act as an ______ ______ ______ until the appointed ______ ______ ______ or until another officer is delegated those duties.
Incident Safety Officer
The _______ _______ is responsible for updating the training of current fire fighters and for training new fire fighters. He or she must be aware of the most current techniques of firefighting, EMS, and other specialized services provided by the fire department. The _____ ______ must coordinate various aspects of the fire department’s training program and maintain documentation of all training activities.
Training Officer
The ______ ______ is responsible for the management of all incident operations. This position focuses on the overall strategy of the incident and is often assumed by the battalion chief.
Incident Commander
The ______ ______ delivers, manages, and/or administers fire protection and life safety-related codes and standards, investigations, education, and/or prevention services.
Fire Marshall
The _____ _____ inspects businesses and enforces public safety laws and fire codes.
Fire Inspector
The ______ ______responds to the fire scenes to help investigate the cause of a fire. The _____ _____ may have full police powers to investigate and arrest suspected arsonists and people causing false alarms.
Fire Investigator
The _____ _____ _____ ____ educates the public about fire safety and injury prevention and presents juvenile fire safety programs. The _____ ____ ____ ____ and the public information officer may be part of a larger community risk reduction program within the department.
FLSE Fire Life Safety Educator
_____ _____ _____ are usually fire fighters who control traffic and secure the scene from public access. Many _____ _____ _____ are also sworn peace officers.
Fire Police Officers
LIST THE FIVE E’S OF COMMUNITY RISK REDUCTION.
- Education
- Engineering
- Enforcement
- Economic Incentives
- Emergency Response
LIST THE SIX STEPS OF A COMMUNITY RISK REDUCTION (CRR) PROGRAM.
- Identify Risks
- Prioritize Risks
- Develop Strategies and Tactics to Mitigate Risks
- Prepare the CRR plan
- Implement the CRR plan
- Monitor, Evaluate, and Modify the plan
An ______ ______ is responsible for securing a water source, deploying handlines, conducting search and rescue operations, and putting water on the fire. Each fire engine, also referred to as a pumper and engine are use interchangeably in this text. Engines also carry a limited quantity of ladders and hand tools.
Engine Company
A _____ _____ specializes in forcible entry, and deployment of ground ladders. Each fire truck, also referred to as ladder company, tower ladder company, ladder truck, or aerial ladder carries several ground ladders, ranging from 8 feet to 50 feet in length, as well as extensive quantity of tools. Trucks are also equipped with an aerial device, such as an aerial ladder, tower ladder, or ladder/platform. These aerial devices ca be raised and positioned above a roof to provide fire fighters with a stable, safe work zone.
Truck Company
A ______ _____ usually is responsible for rescuing victims from fires, confined spaces, trenches, and high-angle situations. ______ ______s carry an extensive array of regular and specialized tools.
Rescue Company
A _____/_____ company is dispatched to vegetation fires, and they are specifically designed to work in this type of environment. Because they often work in rough terrain, _____/_____ companies use four-wheel drive vehicles. They carry a tank of water and a pump that enables them to pump water while the truck is moving. These companies also carry special firefighting equipment such as portable pumps, McLeod rakes, shovels, and chainsaws.
Wildland/brush
“Quint” is short for “quintuple,” meaning five. The quint apparatus has five functions associated with it: pump, water tank, fire hose storage, aerial, and ground ladders.
Quint Apparatus
The primary purpose of the _____ _____ apparatus is to initiate a fire suppression attack on structural, vehicular, or vegetation fires. Also referred to as the quick attack apparatus.
Initial Attack
The ______ ______ supply apparatus is designed to transport water to emergency scenes. It may or may not have pump. This apparatus is also referred to as a tanker or water tender.
Mobile Water Supply
The organizational structure of a fire department consists of a ______ __ ______. Although the precise ranks may vary in different departments, the basic concept remains the same across the fire service. The _______ __ _____ creates a structure for managing the department and the fire-ground operation.
Chain of Command
Fire fighters usually report to a ________, who is responsible for a single fire company (such as an engine company) on a single shift. ________s can provide a number of practical skills and tips to new recruits.
Lieutenant
The next level in the chain of command (above Lieutenant) is the _______. _______s are responsible not only for managing a fire company on their shift but also for coordinating the company’s activities with other shifts. A captain may be in charge of the activities of a fire station.
Captain
Captains report directly to chiefs. Several levels of chiefs are designated. ________ _____S are responsible for coordinating the activities of several fire companies in a defined geographic area such as a station or district. A _______ _____ is usually the officer in charge of a single-alarm working fire.
Battalion Chiefs
Above battalion chiefs are ________ OR ________ _____. Assistant or division chiefs are usually in charge of a functional area, such as training, within the department. These officers report directly to the chief of the department.
Assistant or Division Chiefs
The _____ OF THE __________ has overall responsibility for the administration and operations of the fire department. The chief can delegate responsibilities to other members of the department bu is still responsible for ensuring that these activities are carried out properly.
Chief of the Department
WHAT ARE THE FOUR BASIC MANAGEMENT PRINICIPLES USED TO MAINTAIN ORGANIZATION WITHIN THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.
- Discipline
- Division of Labor
- Unity of Command
- Span of Control
_________ is guiding and directing fire fighters to do what their fire department expects of them. Positive ________ consists of providing guidelines for the right way of doing things. Examples of positive ________ are policies, SOPs, training, and education. Corrective _______ consists of actions taken to discourage inappropriate behavior or poor performance. Examples of corrective ________ are counseling sessions, formal reprimands, or suspension from duty.
Discipline
________ OF _____ is a way of organizing an incident by breaking down the overall strategy into a series of smaller tasks. Some fire departments are divided into units based on function. For example, engine companies establish water supplies and pump water; truck companies perform forcible entry, rescue, and ventilation functions. Each of these functions can be divided into multiple assignments, which can then be assigned to individual fire fighters. With ________ of _____, the specific assignment of task to an individual makes that person responsible for completing the task and prevents duplication of job assignments.
Division of Labor
_____ OF _______ is the concept that each fire fighter answers to only one supervisor, each supervisor answers to only one boss, and so on. In this way, the chain of command ensures that everyone is answerable to the fire chief and establishes a direct route of responsibility from fire chief to fire fighter.
Unity of Command
____ OF _______ is the number of people that one person can supervise effectively. According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the span of control of personnel is between 3 and 7. In complex or rapidly changing environments this number may be lower to maintain tighter accountability of personnel.
Span of Control
What evolved in regards to methods and tools for firefighting were attributed to The Great Chicago Fire as well as the Peshtigo Fire?
- Began to enact strict building and fire codes.
- Water Pumping systems.
- Advances in firefighting equipment.
- Improvements in communications and alarm systems.
What advances in fire safety came as a result of 1958 Our Lady of the Angels School Fire in Chicago, Illinois?
- Schools must be equipped with automatic building alarm systems.
- A full first alarm response must be made to all school alarms.
- Schoolroom occupancy must be limited.
- School personnel must be trained in fire safety.
What advances in fire safety came as a result of the 1977 Beverly Hills Supper Club fire in Southgate Kentucky.
Automatic sprinklers and fire alarm systems in new and existing assemble occupancies when the number of occupants exceeds 300.
Describe where the hook and ladder truck evolved from.
They evolved from a time when colonial-era fire fighters had only buckets, ladders, and fire hooks at their disposal.
