Chapter 4

Question 1

in Level Il staging, units responding:

a. receive directions on where to respond once at the scene.
b. park at the closest available site to the incident scene.
c. are advised of the staging area location when dispatched and respond directly to that location.
d. Stage approximately one block away from the scene in their direction of travel and await further instruction

Answer 1

c. are advised of the staging area location when dispatched and respond directly to that location.

Question 2

Where should a pumper be positioned to supply a fire department connection most efficiently?

a. As close as possible to the seat of the fire
b. The first available parking area near the incident
c. As closely as possible to the water source
d. Half way between the water source and the fire

Answer 2

c. As closely as possible to the water source

Question 3

Which site would be given preference for a drafting location?

a. A location accessible from a hard surface
b. A surface near a bank of a waterway
c. A surface with a large open
area
d. A site that is accessible without turning or backing

Answer 3

a. A location accessible from a hard surface

Question 4

Which of the following is a guideline for positioning for structure protection during a wildland fire?
Select one:
a. Position apparatus on the windward side of the
structure
b. Park as close as physically possible to the structure
c. Park apparatus on the roadway
d. Clear away any nearby brush that may serve as fuel

Answer 4

d. Clear away any nearby brush that may serve as fuel