Chapter 15: Overhaul, Property, Conservation Flashcards
Overhaul operations include: (740)
A. searching for hidden fires
B. setting up scene security devices
C. performing equipment inspections
D. searching for and rescuing victims
A. searching for hidden fires
Which tools are used to open walls and floors during overhaul? (740)
A. Axes
B. Pike poles
C. Bale hooks
D. Plaster hooks
A. Axes
During overhaul, prying tools can be used to: (740)
A. move loosely piled materials
B. install temporary window coverings
C. carry debris or smoldering materials
D. remove baseboards and window frames
D. remove baseboards and window frames
Which hazard are firefighters likely to encounter during overhaul? (741)
A. Spalling
B. Flashover
C. Toxic gases
D. Severe burns
C. Toxic gases
Which safety measure should be in place during overhaul? (741)
A. Hearing protection to prevent hearing loss
B. Gloves to protect from cuts and thermal burns
C. A hazardous materials response team standing by
D. Law enforcement personnel providing security protection
B. Gloves to protect from cuts and thermal burns
In order to remain safe during overhaul, firefighters should always wear SCBA when necessary and: (742)
A. work in teams of four or more
B. have a charged hoseline on standby
C. carry a thermal imager and a power saw
D. carry as few tools as possible in order to reduce exhaustion
B. have a charged hoseline on standby
The structural integrity of a building is most affected by the intensity of the fire and: (742)
A. the ambient weather conditions
B. the amount of water used for extinguishment
C. whether an accelerant was used to start the fire
D. the number of personnel operating on upper floors of the building
B. the amount of water used for extinguishment
Spalled concrete is an indicator of: (742)
A. arson
B. an accidental fire
C. possible loss of structural integrity
D. the need for additional engine companies
C. possible loss of structural integrity
Rippled wallpaper and peeling paint are possible indicators of: (743)
A. arson
B. a fire hidden behind a wall
C. impending structural collapse
D. immediate threat of flashover
B. a fire hidden behind a wall
When using a thermal imager to look for hidden fires, the thermal imager may not provide quality images: (743)
A. of spaces concealed behind walls
B. when a fire is in the incipient stage
C. of items behind reflective metal or glass
D. when room temperatures reach 100°F (38°C)
C. of items behind reflective metal or glass
When opening a ceiling to check for fire extension: (745)
A. do not stand directly below the area being opened
B. it will be necessary to use power tools rather than hand tools
C. at least four firefighters are needed to perform the duty effectively
D. work directly below the area being pulled in order to be the most efficient
A. do not stand directly below the area being opened
When a large smoldering item, such as a mattress, is encountered during overhaul, it is often most effective to extinguish it by: (745)
A. using Class B foam
B. taking it outside the structure to extinguish
C. applying water to it using a straight stream
D. leaving it in place and covering it to smother the oxygen
B. taking it outside the structure to extinguish
Why is gross decontamination after overhaul important? (746)
A. Contaminants on PPE can alter the fit of the garments
B. Failure to perform decontamination may void PPE warranties
C. Dirty PPE makes firefighters appear unprofessional to the public
D. Contaminated PPE can lead to carcinogens being absorbed through the skin
D. Contaminated PPE can lead to carcinogens being absorbed through the skin
A recommended procedure regarding decontamination is to: (746)
A. bag contaminated equipment for travel back to the station
B. leave contaminated equipment at the scene for disposal
C. ensure all equipment is thoroughly decontaminated before leaving the scene
D. place contaminated equipment in the cab of the apparatus for travel back to the station
C. ensure all equipment is thoroughly decontaminated before leaving the scene
The purpose of salvage operations is to: (746)
A. determine how and why the fire started
B. locate and extinguish fires hidden in concealed void spaces
C. remove harmful contaminants and toxic gases from the atmosphere
D. reduce further damage to the building and its contents from water, smoke, and heat
D. reduce further damage to the building and its contents from water, smoke, and heat
Protecting property requires firefighters to: (746)
A. begin loss control after the fire has been extinguished
B. stop fire suppression efforts until the area has been secured
C. use good loss control techniques throughout the incident
D. prioritize property conservation over incident stabilization and life safety
C. use good loss control techniques throughout the incident
Salvage covers are designed to protect: (747)
A. the building from trespassers
B. firefighters from contaminants
C. tools and equipment that are not in use
D. unaffected furniture and areas of the building
D. unaffected furniture and areas of the building
Which type of salvage cover is lightweight and practical for indoor or outdoor use, but is prone to melting when used to cover hot objects? (747)
A. Vinyl
B. Metal
C. Canvas
D. Cotton duck
A. Vinyl
For what purpose are wooden wedges designed to be used during salvage operations? (747)
A. Stop water runoff
B. Force entry through doors
C. Stop the flow of water from a damaged hoseline
D. Stop the flow of water from an activated sprinkler
D. Stop the flow of water from an activated sprinkler
During salvage operations, a dewatering device would be used to: (749)
A. remove water from a basement
B. remove water from rugs and furniture
C. reduce the amount of water discharged by the hoseline
D. stop water that is flowing from an activated sprinkler
A. remove water from a basement
Rolled salvage covers: (750)
A. can easily be spread by one person
B. require more than one person to spread
C. are much more difficult to spread than folded covers
D. can become damaged more easily than folded covers
A. can easily be spread by one person
The balloon throw is used when: (750)
A. covering items in a small space
B. covering items outside on a windy day
C. one firefighter is deploying a large salvage cover
D. two firefighters are deploying a large salvage cover
D. two firefighters are deploying a large salvage cover
When do salvage operations take place? (750)
A. Throughout the duration of the incident
B. Only after the fire has been extinguished
C. After the fire investigation has been finished
D. After extinguishment, but before the fire investigation
A. Throughout the duration of the incident
When fire suppression and salvage are performed simultaneously, opening and closing doors to carry building contents outside: (752)
A. may interfere with the flow path
B. should have no effect on fire growth
C. wastes time and effort, so doors should be propped open
D. should be done after conclusion of all other salvage operations
A. may interfere with the flow path
How should furniture be grouped during salvage? (752)
A. Stack all items at the same height so that the salvage cover is evenly spread
B. Items should be carried outside and placed in a secure, out of the way location
C. Items should be carried outside and stacked in an easily accessible location
D. A high piece of furniture should support the salvage cover in a way that allows water to run off and not collect in pools
D. A high piece of furniture should support the salvage cover in a way that allows water to run off and not collect in pools
What challenge may firefighters face when performing salvage in a commercial occupancy? (753)
A. It can be difficult to cover large displays and stocks
B. Valuable merchandise may be damaged by covering it
C. The rooms are likely to be small and hard to maneuver
D. Property owners are often on site and can be a distraction
A. It can be difficult to cover large displays and stocks
What are chutes designed to do? (753)
A. Act as a basin for storing water runoff
B. Drain water runoff out a window or door
C. Carry salvage tools from the apparatus to the structure
D. Cover doors and windows after openings have been made
B. Drain water runoff out a window or door
In order to protect the structure from damage due to weather and trespassers, firefighters should: (755)
A. replace all doors and windows after overhaul is complete
B. contract with a third-party company to protect the structure
C. cover door and window openings with plywood or plastic sheeting
D. advise the owner that it is his or her responsibility to secure the premises
C. cover door and window openings with plywood or plastic sheeting
Which statement describes inspection of salvage covers? (755)
A. Salvage covers should be inspected for damage after they are dry
B. Salvage covers do not require inspection since they are disposable
C. Salvage covers must be sent back to the manufacturer periodically for inspection
D. Salvage covers must be cleaned using a special solution and then dried completely before they can be inspected
A. Salvage covers should be inspected for damage after they are dry
Whose responsibility is it to protect fire cause evidence? (756)
A. Fire Fighter I
B. Fire Inspector
C. Specialized law enforcement personnel
D. All fire department personnel on scene
D. All fire department personnel on scene
The general location where the fire began is known as the: (756)
A. focus point
B. origin point
C. area of origin
D. area of cause
C. area of origin
Which is true when preserving the fire scene? (756)
A. Control of evidence must be maintained as part of the chain of custody
B. Evidence should be moved to a central location as quickly as possible to facilitate efficient investigation
C. A Fire Fighter I is qualified to preserve evidence and to determine the cause of the fire in arson incidents
D. Once the fire has been extinguished, firefighters must leave the scene so that fire investigators can preserve evidence
A. Control of evidence must be maintained as part of the chain of custody
What is the most obvious indicator that a location is the area of origin? (758)
A. The location has the most damage
B. The location is furthest from the exit
C. It is the highest point adjacent to the damage
D. It is the location with the least amount of damage
A. The location has the most damage
For a fire scene to be secure, it needs to have: (758)
A. perimeter markings at least every ten feet
B. a specialized team of law enforcement personnel assigned to protect it
C. perimeters that are marked differently for each varying level of access
D. a recognizable perimeter with someone assigned to maintain the perimeter
D. a recognizable perimeter with someone assigned to maintain the perimeter
Which is an example of a security measure that can be put in place to protect evidence at the fire scene before suppression even begins? (759)
A. Placing a lockable trailer on site for evidence collection
B. Restricting access to unauthorized personnel and bystanders
C. Collecting and bagging up smaller pieces of potential evidence
D. Deploying salvage covers over openings of unaffected locations
B. Restricting access to unauthorized personnel and bystanders
Where should the perimeter be around an incident involving an explosion? (759)
A. 1.5 feet (450 mm) past the farthest piece of evidence
B. 1.5 times the distance from the farthest piece of debris
C. 2.5 times the size of the structure affected by the blast
D. 2.5 feet (750 mm) past the structure affected by the blast
B. 1.5 times the distance from the farthest piece of debris
When establishing a perimeter, firefighters must remember that: (759)
A. the perimeter should start small and then be enlarged as needed
B. it is more important to focus on fire suppression than it is to put up scene boundaries
C. the perimeter cannot be established until uniformed law enforcement personnel are on scene
D. it is easier to start with a larger perimeter and downsize it later than to start small and enlarge it later
D. it is easier to start with a larger perimeter and downsize it later than to start small and enlarge it later
Once the area of origin of a fire has been determined, the next step in the process is to: (760)
A. contact the fire investigator
B. set up perimeter boundaries
C. determine the cause of the fire
D. establish the evidentiary chain of custody
C. determine the cause of the fire
Which condition should be noted because it may be a potential sign of arson? (760-761)
A. There are many bystanders at the scene
B. The fire occurs in the middle of the night
C. It is cold outside, and the furnace is operating
D. There is a car blocking access to the fire hydrant
D. There is a car blocking access to the fire hydrant
Firefighters should take note of _____, because it may indicate that the fire was intentionally set. (761)
A. temperature
B. locked doors
C. wind direction
D. plastic containers
D. plastic containers
Unusual glass or metal fragments at a fire scene may indicate: (762)
A. potential structural collapse
B. that the fire was accidental
C. that an accelerant liquid was used
D. the presence of an incendiary device
D. the presence of an incendiary device
Which is a sign that an accelerant may have been used to start the fire? (762)
A. High heat intensity
B. Lack of fire patterns on the floor
C. Fire that reaches the decay stage quickly
D. Lack of personal possessions in the structure
A. High heat intensity
Which statement describes the protection of evidence at a fire scene? (763)
A. Evidence must not be disturbed unless absolutely necessary for extinguishment of the fire
B. Evidence like footprints and tire marks are too difficult to collect and protect, so they can be ignored
C. The only type of evidence that firefighters must keep in place are items that indicate signs of arson
D. Charred documents should be removed from containers where they are found and bagged as evidence
A. Evidence must not be disturbed unless absolutely necessary for extinguishment of the fire
If you handle, move, or gather evidence, you: (763)
A. may be found guilty of a crime
B. become part of the chain of custody
C. must immediately take it to the fire investigator
D. will be responsible for filling out evidence reports about it
B. become part of the chain of custody
