Chapter 15

Question 1

In a structure fire, PPE and SCBA may be doffed when ___.

A. until overhaul is complete and you have left the structure.
B. when the fire has been extinguished.
C. when air monitoring devices indicate a safe environment.
D. back at the fire station.

Answer 1

A. (Page 741)

Question 2

During overhaul, the following hazards may be present except:

A. Falling through fire-weakened floors.
B. Cuts or punctures if not wearing gloves or boots.
C. Electrocution after another firefighter turns on the house’s electricity.
D. Thermal burns if not wearing full PPE.

Answer 2

C. (Page 741)

Question 3

The following may indicate loss of structural integrity after a fire except:

A. Holes in the drywall.
B. Water pooled on upper floors.
C. Mortar in wall joints opened.
D. Large quantities of wet insulation.

Answer 3

A. (Pages 742-743)

Question 4

The following may indicate a hidden fire except:

A. Cracked plaster
B. Peeling paint
C. Hissing of steam
D. Smooth wallpaper

Answer 4

D. (Page 743)

Question 5

Why might a TI not provide a quality image of a hidden fire?

A. There is not a hidden fire; the TI can always see them.
B. The hidden fire is behind a reflective material.
C. The TI will never show a hidden fire.
D. The hidden fire is behind a wood panel.

Answer 5

B. (Page 743)

Question 6

When pulling any ceiling, where should you stand?

A. Directly under the area being opened.
B. Near a closed window.
C. Whereever I have the best leverage.
D. Between the area being pulled and the exit.

Answer 6

D. (Page 745)

Question 7

The following drain can be opened during salvage to allow water to drain.

A. Bathroom sink drains
B. Toilet
C. Ventilation ducts
D. Floor drains

Answer 7

B. (Page 753)

Question 8

When should PPE be cleaned following a fire?

A. It doesn’t need to be cleaned.
B. Immediately after you have cleaned yourself.
C. On the normal PPE cleaning schedule.
D. At the laudromat on the way back to the station.

Answer 8

B. (Page 746)

Question 9

Early security measures should include all the following except:

A. Firefighters don’t need to be concerned about this; law enforement will handle it.
B. Restricting access.
C. Protecting potential evidence.
D. Minimizing fire suppression and overhaul activities that could destroy important information.

Answer 9

A. (Page 758)

Question 10

The following may be signs of arson except?

A. Neighbors watching the activities of the fire and fire department
B. Open windows on a cold day
C. Man-made barriers
D. Several gas cans

Answer 10

A. (Page 761)