Chapter 2 Flashcards

1
Q

Fire fighters should drink _____ of water for every 5 to 10 min of physical exertion

A

8 to 10 oz

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2
Q

In 2016 approximately ____ fire fighters were killed in the line of duty in the U. S.

A

70

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3
Q

NFPA standards are

A

Guidelines

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4
Q

OSHA regulations are

A

Law

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5
Q

What is a hallmark of safe and effective emergency operations

A

Teamwork

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6
Q

Which position had the authority to directly and immediately stop or correct and activity on the fireground

A

Designated safety officer

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7
Q

Taking a brief break to rest, hydrate, and change SCBA bottle

A

Recycling

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8
Q

A fire department is required to have a ______ to track personnel and assignments at an emergency scene

A

Personnel Accountability System

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9
Q

At least one member of every interior firefighting team should be equipped with a

A

Portable radio

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10
Q

The majority of fire fighter deaths are caused by

A

Stress, overexertion, and medical issues

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11
Q

The majority of firefighter injuries are

A

Overexertion or strain

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