Chapter 7

Question 1

Which of the following is generally safe to use to ignite fuel

Answer 1

Propane torch

Question 2

Which of the following are usually found at permanent training facilities and have temperature sensors?

Answer 2

Purpose-built structures

Question 3

A topic that an EMS instructor would MOST likely be qualified to teach would be:

Answer 3

scene safety.

Question 4

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:

Answer 4

vicarious liability.

Question 5

Which federal government agency has the mission of preventing terrorist attacks?

Answer 5

Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

Question 6

The instructor in charge of training may also function as a (an)

Answer 6

safety officer.

Question 7

Ice rescues are an example of:

Answer 7

hazard exposure training.

Question 8

Skills demonstrations begin with giving:

Answer 8

an explanation of the skill.

Question 9

Which of the following is the BEST example of a simple training evolution?

Answer 9

Lifting and setting a ground ladder

Question 10

Which of the following is a standards-writing organization?

Answer 10

National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®)

Question 11

The ability to predict hazardous training conditions and take steps to reduce the risk of injury is a part of:

Answer 11

forseeability.

Question 12

Which of the following is an accrediting and certifying organization?

Answer 12

International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC)

Question 13

While students are performing simple training evolutions, when should instructors correct performance weaknesses or errors?

Answer 13

Immediately

Question 14

Developing an incident action plan (IAP) or safety plan for the training in question is the first step for:

Answer 14

liability reduction.

Question 15

Which of the following would MOST likely be a skill taught by EMS instructors?

Answer 15

Invasive skill training

Question 16

Which federal government agency promotes standardization and measurement of various sciences and technologies?

Answer 16

National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)

Question 17

Where does safety awareness and practice begin?

Answer 17

During training sessions

Question 18

A wrongful act resulting in harm is known as a (an):

Answer 18

act of commission.

Question 19

Which federal government agency establishes the national curriculum and regulations for emergency medical service (EMS) personnel and equipment?

Answer 19

U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)

Question 20

Which federal government agency is responsible for setting and enforcing workplace safety and health standards?

Answer 20

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

Question 21

Where are the safety requirements for acquired structures found?

Answer 21

NFPA® 1403

Question 22

NIMS-ICS is used to control and coordinate the evolution when the instructor is:

Answer 22

managing.

Question 23

Which of the following statements about simple training evolutions is MOST accurate?

Answer 23

They involve a small number of students performing a single skill.

Question 24

Which part of evolution control occurs when instructors observe the progress of the evolution?

Answer 24

Monitoring

Question 25

Which element of evolution control occurs when instructors use the evolution to present new or related information?

Answer 25

Teaching

Question 26

Liability is a broad term that describes:

Answer 26

legal responsibility.

Question 27

Which federal government agency is responsible for investigating, researching, and evaluating safety and health hazards in the workplace?

Answer 27

National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)

Question 28

Primary role models for safety are:

Answer 28

instructors.

Question 29

Which of the following is a guideline for acquired structure live-fire training?

Answer 29

Use only enough fuel to create a fire of the desired size

Question 30

Which of the following statements about skills practice is MOST accurate?

Answer 30

The instructor should guide and coach the students as they practice.

Question 31

Who establishes an inspection time schedule based on industry practice, manufacturer’s recommendations, and local needs?

Answer 31

Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)

Question 32

Which of the following would be an example of hazard exposure training?

Answer 32

High angle rescues

Question 33

At what rate of speed should the instructor FIRST demonstrate a skill?

Answer 33

Normal

Question 34

Neglecting to take an action that could have prevented harm is known as a (an):

Answer 34

act of omission.

Question 35

Which of the following is involved with planning for safe training

Answer 35

Repair of facilities

Question 36

Which federal government agency sets policy and regulations for protection of the environment?

Answer 36

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)