Chapter 7 Flashcards
Which of the following is generally safe to use to ignite fuel
Propane torch
Which of the following are usually found at permanent training facilities and have temperature sensors?
Purpose-built structures
A topic that an EMS instructor would MOST likely be qualified to teach would be:
scene safety.
The liability that is placed on the employer for the acts and omissions of employees during the normal course of their employment is known as:
vicarious liability.
Which federal government agency has the mission of preventing terrorist attacks?
Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
The instructor in charge of training may also function as a (an)
safety officer.
Ice rescues are an example of:
hazard exposure training.
Skills demonstrations begin with giving:
an explanation of the skill.
Which of the following is the BEST example of a simple training evolution?
Lifting and setting a ground ladder
Which of the following is a standards-writing organization?
National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®)
The ability to predict hazardous training conditions and take steps to reduce the risk of injury is a part of:
forseeability.
Which of the following is an accrediting and certifying organization?
International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC)
While students are performing simple training evolutions, when should instructors correct performance weaknesses or errors?
Immediately
Developing an incident action plan (IAP) or safety plan for the training in question is the first step for:
liability reduction.
Which of the following would MOST likely be a skill taught by EMS instructors?
Invasive skill training
Which federal government agency promotes standardization and measurement of various sciences and technologies?
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
Where does safety awareness and practice begin?
During training sessions
A wrongful act resulting in harm is known as a (an):
act of commission.
Which federal government agency establishes the national curriculum and regulations for emergency medical service (EMS) personnel and equipment?
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)
Which federal government agency is responsible for setting and enforcing workplace safety and health standards?
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Where are the safety requirements for acquired structures found?
NFPA® 1403
NIMS-ICS is used to control and coordinate the evolution when the instructor is:
managing.
Which of the following statements about simple training evolutions is MOST accurate?
They involve a small number of students performing a single skill.
Which part of evolution control occurs when instructors observe the progress of the evolution?
Monitoring
Which element of evolution control occurs when instructors use the evolution to present new or related information?
Teaching
Liability is a broad term that describes:
legal responsibility.
Which federal government agency is responsible for investigating, researching, and evaluating safety and health hazards in the workplace?
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
Primary role models for safety are:
instructors.
Which of the following is a guideline for acquired structure live-fire training?
Use only enough fuel to create a fire of the desired size
Which of the following statements about skills practice is MOST accurate?
The instructor should guide and coach the students as they practice.
Who establishes an inspection time schedule based on industry practice, manufacturer’s recommendations, and local needs?
Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)
Which of the following would be an example of hazard exposure training?
High angle rescues
At what rate of speed should the instructor FIRST demonstrate a skill?
Normal
Neglecting to take an action that could have prevented harm is known as a (an):
act of omission.
Which of the following is involved with planning for safe training
Repair of facilities
Which federal government agency sets policy and regulations for protection of the environment?
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
