Chapter 2

Question 1

A post-incident meeting designed to assist rescue personnel in dealing with psychological trauma as the result of an emergency. (NFPA 1006)

Answer 1

Critical incident stress briefing

Question 2

Individuals or crews operating independently of the established ICS structure.

Answer 2

Freelancing

Question 3

The U.S. federal agency that regulates worker safety and, in some cases, responder safety. It is part of the U.S. Department of Labor.

Answer 3

Occupational Safety and Health Administration

Question 4

An employee-sponsored service designed for personal or family problems, including mental health, substance abuse, various addictions, marital problems, parenting problems, emotional problems, or financial or legal concerns. (NFPA 450)

Answer 4

Employee assistance program

Question 5

Immediate and ongoing activities, tasks, programs, and systems to manage the effects of an incident that threatens life, property, operations, or the environment. (NFPA 1600)

Answer 5

Response

Question 6

A program designed to reduce acute and chronic effects of stress related to job functions. (NFPA 450)

Answer 6

Critical Incident stress management (CISM)

Question 7

The gas valve that has been shut off, must not be reopened until:

Answer 7

The system has been inspected by a qualified person

Question 8

When should firefighters don their PPE?

Answer 8

Prior to mounting the apparatus

Question 9

What is the buddy system?

Answer 9

A term to indicate that firefighters must work in teams of at least two and remain in constant communication

Question 10

When should controlling utilities be accomplished in a working structure fire?

Answer 10

One of the first tasks

Question 11

What is considered to be the leading causes of death among firefighters?

Answer 11

Heart disease and cancer

Question 12

What tools can be used to turn on or off a natural gas supply line valve?

Answer 12

Adjustable wrench
Spanner wrench

Question 13

How much water should firefighters drink for every 5 to 10 minutes of physical exertion?

Answer 13

8-10 ounces

Question 14

What does the personal accountability system track?

Answer 14

Individuals and assignments on the emergency scene

Question 15

How much time should firefighters spend on physical fitness training daily?

Answer 15

One hour

Question 16

Firefighters who consumed alcohol within ___ hours should not be permitted to engage in training or emergency operations

Answer 16

8

Question 17

When the handle of a natural gas supply line valve is in line with the pipe, the valve is:

Answer 17

Open

Question 18

How soon after a traumatic call should Critical Incident Stress Debriefing (CISD) be held?

Answer 18

As soon as possible

Question 19

How is natural gas usually delivered?

Answer 19

Through a series of underground pipes

Question 20

What two reasons are fire fighter accidents or injuries investigated?

Answer 20

To determine why it happened and how it can be avoided in the future

Question 21

If one member of a fire fighting team must leave during an assignment, who should also leave?

Answer 21

The rest of the team

Question 22

When is freelancing acceptable?

Answer 22

Never

Question 23

What percentage of firefighter deaths in the United States occur on the fire ground?

Answer 23

22%

Question 24

Who has total authority to stop any activity that they judge to be unsafe?

Answer 24

Safety officers

Question 25

Which NFPA standard implement a comprehensive health and safety program for firefighters?

Answer 25

NFPA 1500