Engine Company Fireground Operations

Question 1

The Three major tactical priorities on the fire ground are as follows:
Life safety
Extinguishment
Property conservation

Answer 1

Chapter 1

Introduction

Question 2

Engine companies, as well as every other firefighter at an incident, work within an IMS.

This system must have an overall strategic plan.

The incident commander, whether the first arriving company officer or the chief of the department, is responsible for the strategic plan.

Answer 2

Chapter 1

Introduction

Question 3

Engine companies are responsible for performing life safety operations, establishing the water supply, advancing operating hose lines for both offensive and defensive modes of operation.

Answer 3

Chapter 1

Introduction

Question 4

Backdraft: When oxygen enters a structure that is filled with the products of combustion and contains heat and fuel, accumulating gases may ignite into a rapidly spreading fire or a violent explosion.

Answer 4

Chapter 1

Introduction

Question 5

Conduction: The travel of heat through a solid body.

Answer 5

Chapter 1

Introduction

Question 6

Convection: The travel heat through the motion of heated matter.

Answer 6

Chapter 1

Introduction

Question 7

Convection cycle: Heat transfer by circulation with a medium such as a gas or a liquid.

Answer 7

Chapter 1

Introduction

Question 8

Fire tetrahedron: A geometric shape used to depict the four components required for a fire to a cool occur: fuel, oxygen, heat, and chemical chain reactions.

Answer 8

Chapter 1

Introduction

Question 9

Flashover: Ignition of combustibles in an area heated by convection, radiation, or a combination of the two.

Answer 9

Chapter 1

Introduction

Question 10

Incident management system (IMS): An organized system of roles, responsibilities, and standard operating guidelines used to manage emergency operations.

Answer 10

Chapter 1

Introduction

Question 11

Radiation: The travel of heat through space; no material substance is required.

Answer 11

Chapter 1

Introduction

Question 12

Size up: Basis on which engine company operations are carried out.

Answer 12

Chapter 1

Introduction

Question 13

Firefighters must understand the nature of fire and the factors that affect it spread–that is, convection, radiation, conduction, and direct flame contact.

This understanding assist them in successfully carrying out three tactical priorities– Life safety, extinguishment, and property conservation.

Answer 13

Chapter 1

Introduction

Question 14

Engine companies, as well as every other firefighter at an incident, work within an IMS.

This system must have an overall strategic plan.

The incident commander, whether the first arriving company officer or the chief of the department, is responsible for the strategic plan.

Answer 14

Chapter 1

Introduction

Question 15

Engine companies are responsible for performing life safety operations, establishing a water supply, and advancing and operating hose lines for both offenses and defensive modes of operation.

Answer 15

Chapter 1

Introduction

Question 16

An initial task of an engine company is to provide a water supply to the fire ground.

Answer 16

Chapter 2

Equipment and Initial Hose Operations

Question 17

Departmental Standard Operating Guidelines should dictate the procedures used to deliver adequately an uninterrupted supply of water to the fire ground. Consideration should be given to the types of apparatus responding, the arrival time of additional companies, existing water sources and their capacity. hose and appliances, available .

Answer 17

Chapter 2

Equipment and Initial Hose Operations

Question 18

The engine itself should be equipped with a pump having a rated capacity of no less than 750 GPM and the water tank that carries at least 300 gallons of water.

These are absolute minimum’s for the general operation of engine companies.

Answer 18

Chapter 2

Equipment and Initial Hose Operations.

Question 19

NFPA 1901 requires a minimum host hose storage area of 30 ft.³ for 2 1/2 inch or larger firehose and two areas, each a minimum of 3.5 ft.³ to accommodate 1 1/2 inch or larger pre-connected hoseline.

Answer 19

Chapter 2

Equipment and Initial Hose Operations

Question 20

Pre-connected hose lines of 1 1/2 or 1 3/4 inch should not exceed 250 feet in length because of excessive friction losses in longer lays.

If these lines need to be extended a further distance, they should be connected to larger diameter hose lines.

Answer 20

Chapter 2

Equipment and Initial Hose Operations

Question 21

The most common lengths of 1 1/2 inch or one and three-quarter inch hose on pre-connected ladies are 150 feet and 200 feet.

Answer 21

Chapter 2

Equipment and Initial Hose Operations

Question 22

Solid streams are useful when Extreme range is desired and where penetrating capabilities are needed, for example, thermal degradation of spray streams prevents proper penetration.

Answer 22

Chapter 2

Equipment and Initial Hose Operations

Question 23

Spray nozzle set of fog pattern are effective at more quickly absorbing heat those set at a straight stream pattern.’s the rapid absorption of heat will quickly spread the steam pretty pissed through out the building, endangering occupants and firefighters.

Answer 23

Chapter 2

Equipment and Initial Hose Operations

Question 24

1. Where is the first due company usually assigned?
   p. 33
   A.) Windward side of the building
   B.) Front of the building
   C.) Leeward side of the building
   D.) Rear of the building

Answer 24

B.) Front of the building

Question 25

2. What is the minimum gpm flow that NFPA 1901 recommends for a master stream appliance?
   p. 19

A.) 2,500
B.) 1,500
C.) 1,000
D.) 2,000

Answer 25

C.) 1,000

Question 26

3. Which is considered to be a primary responsibility of the
   engine company?
   p. 9

A.) Life safety
B.) Fuel removal
C.) Ventilation
D.) Overhaul

Answer 26

*A.) Life safety

Question 27

4. What is the designated flow from a spray nozzle usually
   rated?
   p. 18

A.) 85-psi nozzle pressure
B.) 100-psi nozzle pressure
C.) 200-psi nozzle pressure
D.) 45-psi nozzle pressure

Answer 27

*B.) 100-psi nozzle pressure

Question 28

5. Where should the engine position itself when the alley to
   the rear of the fire building is narrow?
   p. 37

A.) Close to the building
B.) On the far side
C.) On the street
D.) At the rear

Answer 28

*C.) On the street

Question 29

6. Which NFPA standard was developed with the primary purpose to aid in the development of a preincident plan?
   p. 32

A.) 1901
B.) 1467
C.) 1620
D.) 1903

Answer 29

C.) 1620

Question 30

7. Which coverage is vital in general in the mercantile area?
   p. 41

A.) Front
B.) Side
C.) Rear
D.) Top

Answer 30

*C.) Rear

Question 31

8. Which method of heat transfer is the main reason for
   ventilation requirements in fire department operations?
   p. 6

A.) Conduction
B.) Direct flame contact
C.) Radiation
D.) Convection

Answer 31

D.) Convection

Question 32

9. How many different areas as a minimum does NFPA require be available to store 1 1/2-inch or larger preconnected hose
   lines?
   p. 14

A.) 5
B.) 2
C.) 4
D.) 3

Answer 32

*B.) 2

Question 33

10. What is the last part of the building that the first
    arriving company will be able to observe when positioned
    correctly and traveling from North to South?
    p. 34

A.) South side
B.) Front
C.) North side
D.) Rear

Answer 33

A.) South side

Question 34

11. How should the pumper be positioned to the front at a
    warehouse fire building?
    p. 34

A.) So an aerial device can be placed in front
B.) So hose lays will be relatively short
C.) So company officers can view the building
D.) So entrances can be used to fight the fire

Answer 34

D.) So entrances can be used to fight the fire

Question 35

12. Which NFPA standard covers the standard on water supplies for suburban and rural fire fighting?
    p. 17

A.) 1142
B.) 1901
C.) 1903
D.) 1467

Answer 35

A.) 1142

Question 36

13. What is the minimum size of the supply hose?
    p. 17

A.) 5-inch
B.) 3 1/2-inch
C.) 4 1/2-inch
D.) 4-inch

Answer 36

B.) 3 1/2-inch

Question 37

14. What is the most widely used size attack line within the
    fire service?
    p. 15

A.) 2-inch
B.) 1-inch
C.) 1 3/4-inch
D.) 1 1/2-inch

Answer 37

C.) 1 3/4-inch

Question 38

15. What letter designation is generally given to the rear of
    the building?
    p. 33

A.) B
B.) D
C.) C
D.) A

Answer 38

*C.) C

Question 39

16. Which type of nozzle should be attached to the 2 1/2-inch preconnected hose line due to the reduced nozzle pressure and lower nozzle reaction?
    p. 17

A.) Fog pattern
B.) Master-stream
C.) Adjustable
D.) Solid-stream

Answer 39

*D.) Solid-stream

Question 40

17. What length sections of hose line should be used to supply the master stream appliance when it is not preconnected?
    p. 19

A.) 45 to 55 feet
B.) 25 to 35 feet
C.) 35 to 45 feet
D.) 15 to 25 feet

Answer 40

D.) 15 to 25 feet

Question 41

18. Which is NOT an advantage of using the forward lay with a charged supply line?
    p. 24

A.) A preconnected master stream appliance may be used almost
immediately after arriving at the fire
B.) The company is free to take up any position in the front,
rear or side of the burning structure
C.) The engine company is self-sufficient in terms of water
supply
D.) The entire crew is available on the fire scene from the
beginning

Answer 41

D.) The entire crew is available on the fire scene from the

beginning

Question 42

19. Which hose lay is popular when the second arriving company is close behind the first?
    p. 25

A.) Direct-to-fire-no line-laid approach
B.) Forward lay using an uncharged supply line
C.) Reverse lay using a charged supply line
D.) Forward lay using a charged supply line

Answer 42

B.) Forward lay using an uncharged supply line

Question 43

20. Where is the first arriving engine company usually
    positioned at the central corridor construction building?
    p. 44

A.) Front
B.) Rear
C.) Right side
D.) Left side

Answer 43

A.) Front

Question 44

21. How many inches will a 100-foot section of steel beam
    expand when heated to 1,000 degrees Fahrenheit?
    p. 7

A.) 15 inches
B.) 9 inches
C.) 11 inches
D.) 13 inches

Answer 44

*B.) 9 inches

Question 45

22. How many of what size hard sleeve should pumpers carry as a minimum?
    p. 20

A.) Three 10-foot sections
B.) Two 10-foot sections
C.) Three 20-foot sections
D.) Two 20-foot sections

Answer 45

B.) Two 10-foot sections

Question 46

23. Which is exclusively part of the fire tetrahedron?
    p. 4

A.) Fuel
B.) Heat
C.) Reaction
D.) Oxygen

Answer 46

*C.) Reaction

Question 47

24. What is characteristic of the standard fire department
    stream?
    p. 18

A.) 500 gpm at 65 psi
B.) 500 gpm at 45 psi
C.) 250 gpm at 45 psi
D.) 250 gpm at 65 psi

Answer 47

C.) 250 gpm at 45 psi

Question 48

25. What should particular attention be focused on by the
    engine company?
    p. 9

A.) Property conservation
B.) Attack line laying
C.) Primary search
D.) Exposure protection

Answer 48

C.) Primary search

Question 49

26. What type of nozzle should be used to allow a 1 1/2-inch
    line to be connected to the 2 1/2-inch line?
    p. 17

A.) Leader line
B.) Reducer line
C.) Jumper line
D.) Connector line

Answer 49

*A.) Leader line

Question 50

27. What is the hydrant assist valve also known as?
    p. 21

A.) Four-way valve
B.) Siamese
C.) Two-way valve
D.) Ball valve

Answer 50

A.) Four-way valve

Question 51

28. Which is an NFPA standard designed to provide fire
    departments with an objective method of measuring
    performance for initial fire suppression and rescue
    procedures?
    p. 4

A.) 1903
B.) 1410
C.) 1567
D.) 1104

Answer 51

B.) 1410

Question 52

29. Where should the nozzle of the 1 1/2-inch hose line be
    located when separate hose beds are provided?
    p. 16

A.) Bottom
B.) Top
C.) Left
D.) Right

Answer 52

B.) Top

Question 53

30. What should be the maximum length of pre connected hose lines of 1 1/2- or 1 3/4-inch?
    p. 16

A.) 500 feet
B.) 750 feet
C.) 250 feet
D.) 1,000 feet

Answer 53

C.) 250 feet

Question 54

31. Approximately how many times more water is the 4-inch LDH able to move than the 2 1/2-inch hose line?
    p. 17

A.) 4.5 times
B.) 5.5 times
C.) 3.5 times
D.) 2.5 times

Answer 54

C.) 3.5 times

Question 55

32. Where do most businesses front in a shopping mall?
    p. 41

A.) Central court
B.) Rear alley way
C.) Parking lots
D.) Exterior walls

Answer 55

A.) Central court

Question 56

33. Which action can eliminate or stop conduction without the firefighter even being aware?
    p. 7

A.) Fuel removal
B.) Water application
C.) Overhaul
D.) Ventilation

Answer 56

B.) Water application

Question 57

34. What is considered the ultimate goal of preincident
    planning?
    p. 32

A.) To know the problems involved in every potential fire
building in a company’s response area for each specific
building
B.) To know the problems involved in every government fire
building in a company’s response area for each specific
branch
C.) To know the problems involved in every manufacturing fire
building in a company’s response area for each specific
industry
D.) To know the problems involved in every valuable fire
building in a company’s response area for each specific
neighborhood

Answer 57

A.) To know the problems involved in every potential fire
building in a company’s response area for each specific
building

Question 58

35. Which direction does radiated heat travel?
    p. 6

A.) Downwards only
B.) Evenly in all directions
C.) Upwards only
D.) Upwards and then sideways

Answer 58

B.) Evenly in all directions

Question 59

36. Where should the main body of fire in the rear of the
    mercantile store be attacked from?
    p. 41

A.) Front or unburned
B.) Top or burned
C.) Sides or burned
D.) Rear or unburned

Answer 59

A.) Front or unburned

Question 60

37. What should be the minimum gallons per minute of the pump on the engine itself?
    p. 14

A.) 1,200
B.) 750
C.) 1,500
D.) 500

Answer 60

B.) 750

Question 61

38. What length straight ladder with roof hooks is required by the NFPA?
    p. 22

A.) 14 or 16 feet
B.) 12 or 14 feet
C.) 16 or 18 feet
D.) 18 or 20 feet

Answer 61

B.) 12 or 14 feet

Question 62

39. Which coverage areas are most important with the fire in a garden apartment?
    p. 41

A.) Front and sides
B.) Top and sides
C.) Front and rear
D.) Sides and rear

Answer 62

C.) Front and rear

Question 63

40. How many combination spray nozzles with a 200 fpm minimum are required on the pumper apparatus by the NFPA?
    p. 17

A.) 4
B.) 2
C.) 1
D.) 3

Answer 63

C.) 1

Question 64

41. How many double male and double female 2 1/2-inch adapters with National Standard Thread are required by the NFPA?
    p. 22

A.) 3
*B.) 1
C.) 2
D.) 4

Answer 64

B.) 1

Question 65

42. What is the travel of heat through a solid body?
    p. 6

A.) Direct flame contact
B.) Convection
C.) Radiation
D.) Conduction

Answer 65

D.) Conduction

Question 66

43. Where should the first arriving engine place itself at a
    set-back building?
    p. 41

A.) Along the leeward side of the building
B.) Close to the front of the building
C.) Close to the rear of the building
D.) Along the windward side of the building

Answer 66

B.) Close to the front of the building

Question 67

44. What can be used to advance hose lines around and over the fire from the side of the building to help avoid cluttered
    stairways?
    p. 40

A.) Aerial devices
B.) Ropes
C.) Ladders
D.) Rooftop operations

Answer 67

C.) Ladders

Question 68

45. What is the height limit generally placed upon garden
    style apartments?
    p. 42-43

A.) 5 to 6 stories
B.) 3 to 4 stories
C.) 4 to 5 stories
D.) 2 to 3 stories

Answer 68

B.) 3 to 4 stories

Question 69

46. How many companies are required to provide one pumper with a water supply when using the forward lay using an uncharged supply line?
    p. 25

A.) 4
B.) 3
C.) 1
D.) 2

Answer 69

D.) 2

Question 70

47. What is the NFPA minimum requirement for soft-suction hose line?
    p. 19

A.) 25 feet
B.) 20 feet
C.) 15 feet
D.) 30 feet

Answer 70

C.) 15 feet

Question 71

48. Which method of heat travel is accomplished through the motion of smoke, hot air and flying embers?
    p. 5

A.) Direct flame contact
B.) Radiation
C.) Convection
D.) Conduction

Answer 71

C.) Convection

Question 72

49. What is the first and most basic step in coverage?
    p. 33

A.) Developing the incident action plan
B.) Charging the hoselines
C.) Assigning tasks to companies
D.) Positioning of the apparatus

Answer 72

D.) Positioning of the apparatus

Question 73

50. Where should the first arriving pumper position in
    relation to the fire building?
    p. 33

A.) In the rear
B.) Just before
C.) Just past
D.) Directly in front

Answer 73

C.) Just past

Question 74

1. Which of the following work in conjunction to cause
flashover?
p. 8
A.) Direct flame contact and convection
B.) Convection and radiation
C.) Conduction and convection
D.) Direct flame contact and radiation

Answer 74

Chapter 1 - Introduction

B.) Convection and radiation

Question 75

2. Which may cause a rollover at the top of a structure
   because of the hot products of combustion igniting
   materials at that level?
   p. 8

A.) Conduction
B.) Convection
C.) Direct flame contact
D.) Radiation

Answer 75

Chapter 1 - Introduction

B.) Convection

Question 76

3. What is the greatest cause of exposure fires once the fire
   has grown to considerable size?
   p. 6

A.) Direct flame contact
B.) Radiation
C.) Conduction
D.) Convection

Answer 76

B.) Radiation

Question 77

4. How many inches will a 100-foot section of steel beam
   expand when heated to 1,000 degrees Fahrenheit?
   p. 7

A.) 15 inches
B.) 9 inches
C.) 11 inches
D.) 13 inches

Answer 77

B.) 9 inches

Question 78

5. Which action can eliminate or stop conduction without the firefighter even being aware?
   p. 7

A.) Fuel removal
B.) Water application
C.) Overhaul
D.) Ventilation

Answer 78

B.) Water application

Question 79

6. Which two things needed to sustain a fire are usually in
   plentiful supply in structural fire?
   p. 5

A.) Fuel and heat
B.) Oxygen and fuel
C.) Oxygen and heat
D.) Heat and reaction

Answer 79

B.) Oxygen and fuel

Question 80

7. What should particular attention be focused on by the
   engine company?
   p. 9

A.) Property conservation
B.) Attack line laying
C.) Primary search
D.) Exposure protection

Answer 80

C.) Primary search

Question 81

8. What is considered the basic unit of a fire department?
   p. 4

A.) Staged company
B.) Rescue company
C.) Ladder company
D.) Engine company

Answer 81

D.) Engine company

Question 82

9. What is the basis on which engine company operations are carried out?
   p. 9

A.) First alarm
B.) Overhaul
C.) Analysis
D.) Size up

Answer 82

D.) Size up

Question 83

10. When which two methods of heat transfer combine is the most severe area of exposure created?
    p. 6

A.) Convection and direct flame contact
B.) Conduction and direct flame contact
C.) Convection and conduction
D.) Convection and radiation

Answer 83

D.) Convection and radiation

Question 84

11. Which method of heat travel is accomplished through the motion of smoke, hot air and flying embers?
    p. 5

A.) Direct flame contact
B.) Radiation
C.) Convection
D.) Conduction

Answer 84

C.) Convection

Question 85

12. Which is exclusively part of the fire tetrahedron?
    p. 4

A.) Fuel
B.) Heat
C.) Reaction
D.) Oxygen

Answer 85

C.) Reaction

Question 86

13. Which method of heat transfer is the main reason for
    ventilation requirements in fire department operations?
    p. 6

A.) Conduction
B.) Direct flame contact
C.) Radiation
D.) Convection

Answer 86

D.) Convection

Question 87

14. Which type of priorities are life safety, extinguishment
    and property conservation?
    p. 4

A.) Operational
B.) Tactical
C.) Administrative
D.) Logistical

Answer 87

B.) Tactical

Question 88

15. Which is an NFPA standard designed to provide fire
    departments with an objective method of measuring
    performance for initial fire suppression and rescue
    procedures?
    p. 4

A.) 1903
B.) 1410
C.) 1567
D.) 1104

Answer 88

B.) 1410

Question 89

16. Which is considered to be a primary responsibility of the
    engine company?
    p. 9

A.) Life safety
B.) Fuel removal
C.) Ventilation
D.) Overhaul

Answer 89

A.) Life safety

Question 90

17. Which direction does radiated heat travel?
    p. 6

A.) Downwards only
B.) Evenly in all directions
C.) Upwards only
D.) Upwards and then sideways

Answer 90

B.) Evenly in all directions

Question 91

18. What is the first priority on the fire ground?
    p. 4

A.) Property conservation
B.) Fire extinguishment
C.) Water supply
D.) Life safety

Answer 91

D.) Life safety

Question 92

19. What is the travel of heat through a solid body?
    p. 6

A.) Direct flame contact
B.) Convection
C.) Radiation
D.) Conduction

Answer 92

D.) Conduction

Question 93

1. What is the minimum number of feet of 2 1/2-inch or larger hose line required by NFPA?
   p. 16
   A.) 400
   B.) 1,200
   C.) 800
   D.) 1,600

Answer 93

C.) 800

Question 94

2. How many separate supply lines can be laid from the
   divided hose bed?
   p. 15

A.) 3
B.) 4
C.) 5
D.) 2

Answer 94

D.) 2

Question 95

3. Which size nozzle tip is generally used on the 2 1/2-inch
   hose to produce the standard fire department stream?
   p. 18

A.) 1 1/4-inch
B.) 2 1/4-inch
C.) 1 3/4-inch
D.) 1 1/8-inch

Answer 95

D.) 1 1/8-inch

Question 96

4. Which is NOT an advantage of using the reverse lay using a charged supply line?
   p. 27

A.) Get water to the fire faster than operations using
preconnected hose lines
B.) The engine company is self-sufficient in terms of its own
water supply
C.) Pumpers are not positioned close to the fire building in
case of collapse
D.) Later-arriving engine companies may initially hook up to
a pumper operating from a hydrant

Answer 96

A.) Get water to the fire faster than operations using

preconnected hose lines

Question 97

5. Where is the soft-suction hose normally connected?
   p. 20

A.) Rear intake
B.) Front intake
C.) Top intake
D.) Bottom intake

Answer 97

B.) Front intake

Question 98

6. What length sections of hose line should be used to supply the master stream appliance when it is not preconnected?
   p. 19

A.) 45 to 55 feet
B.) 25 to 35 feet
C.) 35 to 45 feet
D.) 15 to 25 feet

Answer 98

D.) 15 to 25 feet

Question 99

7. How many ball valves need to be placed on a hydrant to
   allow an additional supply line to be laid without
   shutting down the hydrant?
   p. 21

A.) 2
B.) 5
C.) 3
D.) 4

Answer 99

A.) 2

Question 100

8. How many combination spray nozzles with a 200 fpm minimum are required on the pumper apparatus by the NFPA?
   p. 17

A.) 4
B.) 2
C.) 1
D.) 3

Answer 100

C.) 1

Question 101

9. What should be the maximum length of pre connected hose lines of 1 1/2- or 1 3/4-inch?
   p. 16

A.) 500 feet
B.) 750 feet
C.) 250 feet
D.) 1,000 feet

Answer 101

C.) 250 feet

Question 102

10. Which size hose line is recommended for fires that cannot be controlled by the smaller attack lines?
    p. 16

A.) 3-inch
B.) 2-inch
C.) 2 1/2-inch
D.) 1 3/4-inch

Answer 102

C.) 2 1/2-inch

Question 103

11. Which is the more popular size of soft-suction hose line
    being used today?
    p. 19

A.) 3 and 4 inches
B.) 4 and 5 inches
C.) 2 and 3 inches
D.) 5 and 6 inches

Answer 103

B.) 4 and 5 inches

Question 104

12. Which NFPA standard defines requirements for new
    automotive fire apparatus?
    p. 14

A.) 1907
B.) 1901
C.) 1405
D.) 1403

Answer 104

B.) 1901

Question 105

13. Which hose lay is popular when the second arriving company is close behind the first?
    p. 25

A.) Direct-to-fire-no line-laid approach
B.) Forward lay using an uncharged supply line
C.) Reverse lay using a charged supply line
D.) Forward lay using a charged supply line

Answer 105

B.) Forward lay using an uncharged supply line

Question 106

14. What is the most widely used size attack line within the
    fire service?
    p. 15

A.) 2-inch
B.) 1-inch
C.) 1 3/4-inch
D.) 1 1/2-inch

Answer 106

C.) 1 3/4-inch

Question 107

15. What is characteristic of the standard fire department
    stream?
    p. 18

A.) 500 gpm at 65 psi
B.) 500 gpm at 45 psi
C.) 250 gpm at 45 psi
D.) 250 gpm at 65 psi

Answer 107

C.) 250 gpm at 45 psi

Question 108

16. Which is NOT an advantage of using the forward lay with a charged supply line?
    p. 24

A.) A preconnected master stream appliance may be used almost
immediately after arriving at the fire
B.) The company is free to take up any position in the front,
rear or side of the burning structure
C.) The engine company is self-sufficient in terms of water
supply
D.) The entire crew is available on the fire scene from the
beginning

Answer 108

D.) The entire crew is available on the fire scene from the

beginning

Question 109

17. Which type of nozzle should be attached to the 2 1/2-inch pre-connected hose line due to the reduced nozzle pressure and lower nozzle reaction?
    p. 17

A.) Fog pattern
B.) Master-stream
C.) Adjustable
D.) Solid-stream

Answer 109

D.) Solid-stream

Question 110

18. How many double male and double female 2 1/2-inch adapters with National Standard Thread are required by the NFPA?
    p. 22

A.) 3
B.) 1
C.) 2
D.) 4

Answer 110

B.) 1

Question 111

19. How many of what size hard sleeve should pumpers carry as a minimum?
    p. 20

A.) Three 10-foot sections
B.) Two 10-foot sections
C.) Three 20-foot sections
D.) Two 20-foot sections

Answer 111

B.) Two 10-foot sections

Question 112

20. At what wind speed will a straight tip begin to be needed for penetration?
    p. 18

A.) 15 mph
B.) 20 mph
C.) 30 mph
D.) 25 mph

Answer 112

C.) 30 mph

Question 113

21. Which is considered to be the most desirable hose lay for the one-piece engine company?
    p. 23

A.) Forward lay using an uncharged supply line
B.) Reverse lay using a charged line
C.) Forward lay using a charged supply line
D.) Direct-to-fire-no line-laid approach

Answer 113

C.) Forward lay using a charged supply line

Question 114

22. Approximately how many times more water is the 4-inch LDH able to move than the 2 1/2-inch hose line?
    p. 17

A.) 4.5 times
B.) 5.5 times
C.) 3.5 times
D.) 2.5 times

Answer 114

C.) 3.5 times

Question 115

23. Where should the nozzle of the 1 1/2-inch hose line be
    located when separate hose beds are provided?
    p. 16

A.) Bottom
B.) Top
C.) Left
D.) Right

Answer 115

B.) Top

Question 116

24. How many cubic feet of storage space as a minimum does NFPA require for 2 1/2-inch or larger fire hose on the
    engine?
    p. 14

A.) 40
B.) 30
C.) 50
D.) 60

Answer 116

B.) 30

Question 117

25. How many companies are required to provide one pumper with a water supply when using the forward lay using an uncharged supply line?
    p. 25

A.) 4
B.) 3
C.) 1
D.) 2

Answer 117

D.) 2

Question 118

26. Which type of lay is the only one with the advantage of
    the pumper being away from the fire building?
    p. 26

A.) Forward lay using a charged supply line
B.) Forward lay using an uncharged supply line
C.) Reverse lay using a charged supply line
D.) Direct-to-fire-no line-laid approach

Answer 118

C.) Reverse lay using a charged supply line

Question 119

27. What length straight ladder with roof hooks is required by the NFPA?
    p. 22

A.) 14 or 16 feet
B.) 12 or 14 feet
C.) 16 or 18 feet
D.) 18 or 20 feet

Answer 119

B.) 12 or 14 feet

Question 120

28. What is the minimum number of gallons of water that the water tank on the engine should be able to carry?
    p. 14

A.) 1,200
B.) 1,500
C.) 1,750
D.) 1,000

Answer 120

D.) 1,000

Question 121

29. What should be the minimum gallons per minute of the pump on the engine itself?
    p. 14

A.) 1,200
B.) 750
C.) 1,500
D.) 500

Answer 121

B.) 750

Question 122

30. What is the NFPA minimum requirement for soft-suction hose line?
    p. 19

A.) 25 feet
B.) 20 feet
C.) 15 feet
D.) 30 feet

Answer 122

C.) 15 feet

Question 123

31. What size extension ladder should the pumper be equipped with when no ladder trucks are in service?
    p. 22

A.) 50-foot
B.) 20-foot
C.) 65-foot
D.) 35-foot

Answer 123

D.) 35-foot

Question 124

32. How many different areas as a minimum does NFPA require be available to store 1 1/2-inch or larger preconnected hose
    lines?
    p. 14

A.) 5
B.) 2
C.) 4
D.) 3

Answer 124

B.) 2

Question 125

33. What is the hydrant assist valve also known as?
    p. 21

A.) Four-way valve
B.) Siamese
C.) Two-way valve
D.) Ball valve

Answer 125

A.) Four-way valve

Question 126

34. What is the minimum size of the supply hose?
    p. 17

A.) 5-inch
B.) 3 1/2-inch
C.) 4 1/2-inch
D.) 4-inch

Answer 126

B.) 3 1/2-inch

Question 127

35. What type of nozzle should be used to allow a 1 1/2-inch
    line to be connected to the 2 1/2-inch line?
    p. 17

A.) Leader line
B.) Reducer line
C.) Jumper line
D.) Connector line

Answer 127

A.) Leader line

Question 128

36. Which NFPA standard covers the standard on water supplies for suburban and rural fire fighting?
    p. 17

A.) 1142
B.) 1901
C.) 1903
D.) 1467

Answer 128

A.) 1142

Question 129

37. What is the minimum gpm flow that NFPA 1901 recommends for a master stream appliance?
    p. 19

A.) 2,500
B.) 1,500
C.) 1,000
D.) 2,000

Answer 129

C.) 1,000

Question 130

38. What is the minimum number of feet of fire hose that NFPA requires be carried on the pumper fire apparatus?
    p. 15

A.) 600
B.) 500
C.) 400
D.) 700

Answer 130

C.) 400

Question 131

39. What is the designated flow from a spray nozzle usually
    rated?
    p. 18

A.) 85-psi nozzle pressure
B.) 100-psi nozzle pressure
C.) 200-psi nozzle pressure
D.) 45-psi nozzle pressure

Answer 131

B.) 100-psi nozzle pressure

Question 132

40. What does the first pumper work from when using the
    direct-to-fire-no line-laid approach?
    p. 25

A.) Hydrant
B.) Water tank
C.) Relay outfit
D.) Drafting hose

Answer 132

B.) Water tank

Question 133

1. Which engine company should proceed up the alley from the cross street to access the rear of the attached building?
   p. 37
   A.) Command
   B.) Staged
   C.) First arriving
   D.) Second arriving

Answer 133

D.) Second arriving

Question 134

2. How many sides of the building are officers allowed to see when the first due company places its apparatus properly?
   p. 33

A.) 2
B.) 3
C.) 1
D.) 4

Answer 134

B.) 3

Question 135

3. Optimally how many sides of the building should be
   laddered to allow for means of access and egress?
   p. 40

A.) 1
B.) 3
C.) 4
D.) 2

Answer 135

C.) 4

Question 136

4. What is considered the ultimate goal of preincident
   planning?
   p. 32

A.) To know the problems involved in every potential fire
building in a company’s response area for each specific
building
B.) To know the problems involved in every government fire
building in a company’s response area for each specific
branch
C.) To know the problems involved in every manufacturing fire building in a company’s response area for each specific
industry
D.) To know the problems involved in every valuable fire
building in a company’s response area for each specific
neighborhood

Answer 136

A.) To know the problems involved in every potential fire
building in a company’s response area for each specific
building

Question 137

5. What can be used to advance hose lines around and over the fire from the side of the building to help avoid cluttered
   stairways?
   p. 40

A.) Aerial devices
B.) Ropes
C.) Ladders
D.) Rooftop operations

Answer 137

C.) Ladders

Question 138

6. Which coverage areas are most important with the fire in a garden apartment?
   p. 41

A.) Front and sides
B.) Top and sides
C.) Front and rear
D.) Sides and rear

Answer 138

C.) Front and rear

Question 139

7. Where is the first due company usually assigned?
   p. 33

A.) Windward side of the building
B.) Front of the building
C.) Leeward side of the building
D.) Rear of the building

Answer 139

B.) Front of the building

Question 140

8. What is the first and most basic step in coverage?
   p. 33

A.) Developing the incident action plan
B.) Charging the hoselines
C.) Assigning tasks to companies
D.) Positioning of the apparatus

Answer 140

D.) Positioning of the apparatus

Question 141

9. Which of the following should not be taken into
   consideration when placing companies at a high-rise fire
   building?
   p. 44

A.) Location of standpipe intakes
B.) Width of the building
C.) Height of the building
D.) Length of the building

Answer 141

C.) Height of the building

Question 142

10. What letter designation is generally given to the rear of
    the building?
    p. 33

A.) B
B.) D
C.) C
D.) A

Answer 142

C.) C

Question 143

11. What is most often used for venting or fire attack in a
    standard shopping center?
    p. 41

A.) Walls
B.) Doors
C.) Windows
D.) Rooftop

Answer 143

C.) Windows

Question 144

12. Which coverage is vital in general in the mercantile area?
    p. 41

A.) Front
B.) Side
C.) Rear
D.) Top

Answer 144

C.) Rear

Question 145

13. Which should be covered by the engine company before advancing hose lines from the sides?
    p. 40

A.) Exterior porches
B.) Exterior stairways
C.) Interior foyers
D.) Interior stairwells

Answer 145

D.) Interior stairwells

Question 146

14. Where should the engine company position itself in the
    front when the ladder company is approaching from the same direction at an attached building?
    p. 36

A.) In the rear of the building
B.) Just short of the building
C.) Just past the building
D.) In the front of the building

Answer 146

C.) Just past the building

Question 147

15. Where is the first arriving engine company usually
    positioned at the central corridor construction building?
    p. 44

A.) Front
B.) Rear
C.) Right side
D.) Left side

Answer 147

A.) Front

Question 148

16. How should the pumper be positioned to the front at a
    warehouse fire building?
    p. 34

A.) So an aerial device can be placed in front
B.) So hose lays will be relatively short
C.) So company officers can view the building
D.) So entrances can be used to fight the fire

Answer 148

D.) So entrances can be used to fight the fire

Question 149

17. What is the height limit generally placed upon garden
    style apartments?
    p. 42-43

A.) 5 to 6 stories
B.) 3 to 4 stories
C.) 4 to 5 stories
D.) 2 to 3 stories

Answer 149

B.) 3 to 4 stories

Question 150

18. What is the last part of the building that the first
    arriving company will be able to observe when positioned
    correctly and traveling from North to South?
    p. 34

A.) South side
B.) Front
C.) North side
D.) Rear

Answer 150

A.) South side

Question 151

19. Which NFPA standard was developed with the primary purpose to aid in the development of a preincident plan?
    p. 32

A.) 1901
B.) 1467
C.) 1620
D.) 1903

Answer 151

C.) 1620

Question 152

20. Where should the first arriving engine place itself at a
    set-back building?
    p. 41

A.) Along the leeward side of the building
B.) Close to the front of the building
C.) Close to the rear of the building
D.) Along the windward side of the building

Answer 152

B.) Close to the front of the building

Question 153

21. Where should the engine position itself when the alley to the rear of the fire building is narrow?
    p. 37

A.) Close to the building
B.) On the far side
C.) On the street
D.) At the rear

Answer 153

C.) On the street

Question 154

22. Where should the main body of fire in the rear of the
    mercantile store be attacked from?
    p. 41

A.) Front or unburned
B.) Top or burned
C.) Sides or burned
D.) Rear or unburned

Answer 154

A.) Front or unburned

Question 155

23. Where do most businesses front in a shopping mall?
    p. 41

A.) Central court
B.) Rear alley way
C.) Parking lots
D.) Exterior walls

Answer 155

A.) Central court

Question 156

24. Where should the first arriving pumper position in
    relation to the fire building?
    p. 33

A.) In the rear
B.) Just before
C.) Just past
D.) Directly in front

Answer 156

C.) Just past

Question 157

1. Which is an easy and effective way to mark a room as being searched during the primary search effort?
   p. 63
   A.) Put a piece of furniture in the doorway
   B.) Close and lock the door
   C.) Place a large “X” on the door with marker
   D.) Turn on the light in the room

Answer 157

A.) Put a piece of furniture in the doorway

Question 158

2. When should ventilation begin when the fire is free
   burning?
   p. 56

A.) Just before the initial attack
B.) Once the initial attack has begun
C.) At the same time as the initial attack
D.) It should not be performed with a free burning fire

Answer 158

C.) At the same time as the initial attack

Question 159

3. What direction should subsequent turns be when the first turn into the room over the fire is a right-hand turn?
   p. 62

A.) Random
B.) Right-hand
C.) Alternating
D.) Left-hand

Answer 159

B.) Right-hand

Question 160

4. Which of the following is the hose line NOT generally used for during rescue operations in a large, occupied
   residential building?
   p. 57

A.) Hit the main body of the fire
B.) Cut off the spread of the fire
C.) Control the spread of the fire to nearby exposures
D.) Cover areas into which the fire will likely spread

Answer 160

C.) Control the spread of the fire to nearby exposures

Question 161

5. Which statement is correct?
   p. 60

A.) All firefighters should be able to conduct a primary search
B.) Only engine companies should be able to conduct a primary
search
C.) Only rescue teams should be able to conduct a primary
search
D.) Only ladder companies should be able to conduct a primary search

Answer 161

A.) All firefighters should be able to conduct a primary search

Question 162

6. Which fire situation always presents with the possibility
   of a rescue situation?
   p. 50

A.) Industrial property
B.) Commercial property
C.) Manufacturing property
D.) Residential property

Answer 162

D.) Residential property

Question 163

7. According to national statistics in which occupancy do the most injuries and deaths occur during a fire?
   p. 50

A.) Residences
B.) Nursing homes
C.) Hospitals
D.) Schools

Answer 163

A.) Residences

Question 164

8. What should be done after a room that the fire has entered have been searched during the primary search?
   p. 63

A.) Block the door open
B.) Close the door
C.) Open the window
D.) Apply water

Answer 164

B.) Close the door

Question 165

9. Which is NOT seen as a primary duty of the engine company in a rescue situation?
   p. 55

A.) Protect exposures from fire dangers
B.) Keep the fire from jeopardizing anyone inside the building
C.) Support the primary search
D.) Contain the fire

Answer 165

A.) Protect exposures from fire dangers

Question 166

10. Which type of structure should be completely evacuated in all situations?
    p. 59

A.) Hospitals
B.) Schools
C.) Rehab centers
D.) Nursing homes

Answer 166

B.) Schools

Question 167

11. What size line should fire crews be prepared to use when fighting fires at a fire resistive building?
    p. 60

A.) 1 1/8-inch
B.) 1 1/2-inch
C.) 1 3/4-inch
D.) 2 1/2-inch

Answer 167

D.) 2 1/2-inch

Question 168

12. Which of the following is NOT part of the SOG that
    describes the operating policy regarding risk assessment
    and safety management at all emergency incidents?
    p. 50

A.) Fire fighters will risk their lives a little in a
calculated manner to rescue potentially savable victims
B.) Fire fighters will risk their lives a little in a
calculated manner to rescue savable property
C.) Fire fighters will not risk their lives at all for lives
or property that is already lost
D.) Fire fighters will risk their lives a lot in a calculated
manner to rescue savable lives

Answer 168

A.) Fire fighters will risk their lives a little in a

calculated manner to rescue potentially savable victims

Question 169

13. What should be done if the area above the fire is not
    tenable for searching?
    p. 60

A.) Attempt to enter the area
B.) Stretch a hose line
C.) Move onto the main body of fire
D.) Begin ventilation

Answer 169

D.) Begin ventilation

Question 170

14. Which pumper is it important to keep supplied with water so that its crew can maintain their position and continue rescue and fire attack operations?
    p. 54

A.) Third-arriving
B.) Second-arriving
C.) Last-arriving
D.) First-arriving

Answer 170

D.) First-arriving

Question 171

15. When does preparation for a rescue begin?
    p. 50

A.) After the specialists arrive
B.) When the alarm is received
C.) Before the alarm is received
D.) Once crews arrive at the scene

Answer 171

C.) Before the alarm is received

Question 172

16. How many fire fighters as a minimum must be available to backup a team of two fire fighters working in the hazard
    area?
    p. 52

A.) 6
B.) 8
C.) 2
D.) 4

Answer 172

C.) 2

Question 173

17. What size stream would be more effective in protecting
    occupants trapped inside a building where the fire has
    gained considerable headway?
    p. 57

A.) 2 1/2-inch
B.) 1 3/4-inch
C.) 1 1/8-inch
D.) 1 1/2-inch

Answer 173

A.) 2 1/2-inch

Question 174

18. What should be done first when there are victims preparing to jump from windows upon arrival?
    p. 52

A.) Affect the rescue
B.) Stretch a protective line
C.) Begin search procedures
D.) Knock down the fire

Answer 174

A.) Affect the rescue

Question 175

19. What is as essential to the primary search and rescue
    effort as it is to fire extinguishment?
    p. 53

A.) Tools
B.) Water
C.) Timing
D.) Ropes

Answer 175

B.) Water

Question 176

20. How many officers must be part of the rapid intervention team?
    p. 53

A.) 2
B.) 4
C.) 3
D.) 1

Answer 176

D.) 1

Question 177

21. Which is NOT a consideration that should factor into the
    decision to completely evacuate a hospital?
    p. 59

A.) Building construction type
B.) Severity of the fire
C.) Location of the fire
D.) Number of patients

Answer 177

D.) Number of patients

Question 178

22. Which of the following is NOT considered the main thrust of rescue operations in any type of structure?
    p. 56

A.) Location of fire fighters outside of the structure
B.) Location of occupants most endangered by the fire
C.) Severity of the fire
D.) Location of the fire

Answer 178

A.) Location of fire fighters outside of the structure

Question 179

23. Which rooms on the second floor should be searched first when dealing with a fire on the first floor of a
    two-story, single-family dwelling?
    p. 56

A.) Rooms with the least amount of smoke
B.) Rooms directly above the fire
C.) Rooms with the greatest amount of smoke
D.) Rooms most remote from the fire

Answer 179

B.) Rooms directly above the fire

Question 180

24. Which will indicate where fire fighters should begin their search and rescue and fire attack efforts?
    p. 51

A.) Size-up
B.) Initial report
C.) Preplanning
D.) Inspections

Answer 180

A.) Size-up

Question 181

25. What is done after the primary search to ensure no one was overlooked?
    p. 56

A.) Ventilation procedures
B.) Fire attack operations
C.) Secondary search
D.) Overhaul operations

Answer 181

C.) Secondary search

Question 182

1. What is the minimum gpm of the permanently mounted fire pump on a pumper?
   p. 72
   A.) 750
   B.) 650
   C.) 850
   D.) 950

Answer 182

A.) 750

Question 183

2. Which lay distance may NOT require relaying operations to counteract the effect of friction loss and elevation
   pressures?
   p. 80

A.) 1,100 feet
B.) 1,500 feet
C.) 1,300 feet
D.) 900 feet

Answer 183

D.) 900 feet

Question 184

3. What is the most often used length of soft suction hose
   when a pumper is working directly from a hydrant?
   p. 72

A.) 30 to 40 feet
B.) 10 to 20 feet
C.) 40 to 50 feet
D.) 20 to 30 feet

Answer 184

B.) 10 to 20 feet

Question 185

4. Which is the pressure of the hydrant water at rest?
   p. 68

A.) Relay pressure
B.) Residual pressure
C.) Static pressure
D.) Simple pressure

Answer 185

C.) Static pressure

Question 186

5. What is the maximum level above its rated peak speed that the pump should be operated?
   p. 74

A.) 75%
B.) 70%
C.) 85%
D.) 80%

Answer 186

D.) 80%

Question 187

6. Which intakes on the pumper are closest to the pump itself and most effective when drafting?
   p. 72

A.) Top
B.) Front
C.) Side
D.) Rear

Answer 187

C.) Side

Question 188

7. Which of the following is the attack hose NOT designed
   for?
   p. 76

A.) Moving water from a pressurized water source to a pump
B.) Moving water to fire department pumps
C.) Conveying water to distributor nozzles and manifolds
D.) Conveying water to hose line nozzles

Answer 188

A.) Moving water from a pressurized water source to a pump

Question 189

8. What are the only limitation to the distance water can be
   relayed?
   p. 80

A.) Level of terrain and ground grade
B.) Amount of pumpers and supply hose
C.) Amount of water and friction loss
D.) Level training and personnel

Answer 189

B.) Amount of pumpers and supply hose

Question 190

9. Which cannot happen without dire consequences once a
   pumper is supplying tank water to attack lines?
   p. 70

A.) Rotate out original crew members
B.) Utilize more than one hose line
C.) Allow the tank to run dry
D.) Lay a LDH

Answer 190

C.) Allow the tank to run dry

Question 191

10. At what pressure should the pumper at a hydrant initially begin pumping to a unit at the fire?
    p. 79

A.) 150 psi
B.) 100 psi
C.) 200 psi
D.) 250 psi

Answer 191

B.) 100 psi

Question 192

11. What is the minimum residual pressure that the pump
    operator should maintain?
    p. 75

A.) 20 to 25 psi
B.) 35 to 40 psi
C.) 25 to 30 psi
D.) 30 to 35 psi

Answer 192

A.) 20 to 25 psi

Question 193

12. How many gallons of water do mobile water supply apparatus generally carry?
    p. 70

A.) 1,000 to 3,500
B.) 2,500 to 5,000
C.) 1,500 to 4,000
D.) 2,000 to 4,500

Answer 193

A.) 1,000 to 3,500

Question 194

13. What is the minimum size discharge outlet needed on the pumper to discharge the rated capacity of the pump?
    p. 74

A.) 4-inch
B.) 3-inch
C.) 2 1/2-inch
D.) 3 1/2-inch

Answer 194

C.) 2 1/2-inch

Question 195

14. Which is used to increase the velocity of a larger volume
    of water that is flowing by gravity through a given size
    dump valve?
    p. 71

A.) Jet assist
B.) Drafting tool
C.) Pneumatic pump
D.) Offloading valve

Answer 195

A.) Jet assist

Question 196

15. What is the main objective always when it comes to water supply?
    p. 68

A.) Obtaining maximum utilization with minimum personnel
B.) Obtaining maximum utilization with maximum personnel
C.) Obtaining minimum utilization with maximum personnel
D.) Obtaining minimum utilization with minimum personnel

Answer 196

A.) Obtaining maximum utilization with minimum personnel

Question 197

16. At what pressure must the pumping system be capable of delivering one hundred percent of its rated capacity?
    p. 72

A.) 300 psi
B.) 200 psi
C.) 150 psi
D.) 250 psi

Answer 197

C.) 150 psi

Question 198

17. In what order should supply lines be charged when relaying water?
    p. 81

A.) From the center to the ends
B.) From the ends to the center
C.) From the source to the fire
D.) From the fire to the source

Answer 198

C.) From the source to the fire

Question 199

18. At what pressure should all pumpers in the relay line be
    set to pump to the pumper at the fire at the start of the
    operation?
    p. 81

A.) 250 psi
B.) 100 psi
C.) 150 psi
D.) 200 psi

Answer 199

C.) 150 psi

Question 200

19. Which is used to primarily move water from one location to another?
    p. 70

A.) Pumper
B.) Tanker
C.) Puller
D.) Tender

Answer 200

D.) Tender

Question 201

20. Which is the major source of water for many fire
    departments?
    p. 68

A.) Apparatus water tank
B.) Mobile water supply apparatus
C.) Water main system
D.) Static water source

Answer 201

C.) Water main system

Question 202

21. What is the maximum gpm that the 2 1/2-inch supply line should be used to deliver?
    p. 76

A.) 650
B.) 350
C.) 450
D.) 550

Answer 202

B.) 350

Question 203

22. Which is a limiting factor for the operation of the
    pumper?
    p. 72

A.) Residual pressure
B.) Number of intakes
C.) Static pressure
D.) Number of discharges

Answer 203

A.) Residual pressure

Question 204

23. What is the maximum setting that should be used for the pressure relief device when using an LDH to supply attack lines?
    p. 76

A.) 300 psi
B.) 200 psi
C.) 250 psi
D.) 350 psi

Answer 204

B.) 200 psi

Question 205

24. Approximately how many 2 1/2-inch hose lines is a 5-inch hose line equivalent to?
    p. 78

A.) 8
B.) 7
C.) 6
D.) 5

Answer 205

C.) 6

Question 206

25. What may be needed to move water from a distant static source to the fire ground?
    p. 70

A.) Pumper relay
B.) Enhancement pumper
C.) Long hose lay
D.) High residual pressure

Answer 206

A.) Pumper relay

Question 207

26. Up to what operating pressure is the attack hose designed to be used up to as a minimum?
    p. 76

A.) 350 psi
B.) 250 psi
C.) 275 psi
D.) 375 psi

Answer 207

C.) 275 psi

Question 208

27. What is the absolute minimum residual pressure that should ever be allowed by the pump operator?
    p. 75

A.) 25 psi
B.) 20 psi
C.) 10 psi
D.) 15 psi

Answer 208

C.) 10 psi

Question 209

28. What size LDH is generally used when a pumper stretches a supply hose to the fire using a forward lay?
    p. 72

A.) 4 to 5 inch
B.) 3 to 4 inch
C.) 2 to 3 inch
D.) 5 to 6 inch

Answer 209

A.) 4 to 5 inch

Question 210

29. How many supply lines should be laid initially if an LDH
    is not being used for the initial supply line?
    p. 81

A.) 1
B.) 4
C.) 3
D.) 2

Answer 210

D.) 2

Question 211

30. What is the minimum number of valved intakes that must be provided on the pumper that can be controlled from the pump operator’s position?
    p. 74

A.) 1
B.) 2
C.) 3
D.) 4

Answer 211

A.) 1

Question 212

31. What is the best solution if additional water is needed?
    p. 81

A.) Begin a second relay operation immediately
B.) Increase the residual pressure with pumps
C.) Remove one of the relay pumpers from operation
D.) Lay another supply line between operating pumpers

Answer 212

D.) Lay another supply line between operating pumpers

Question 213

32. How many more equal parts can be supplied when there is a 10% drop from the static pressure to the residual pressure once an attack line is charged?
    p. 69

A.) One
B.) Four
C.) Three
D.) Two

Answer 213

D.) Two

Question 214

1. What is the main fuel of the smoldering fire?
   p. 98
   A.) Unburned fuel
   B.) Carbon dioxide gas
   C.) Particulate matter
   D.) Carbon monoxide gas

Answer 214

D.) Carbon monoxide gas

Question 215

2. What should be used to efficiently fight a fire in a
   basement where ventilation is almost impossible to
   accomplish?
   p. 95

A.) 2 1/2-inch spray stream nozzle
B.) 1 3/4-inch spray stream nozzle
C.) 2 1/2-inch smooth bore nozzle
D.) 1 3/4-inch smooth bore nozzle

Answer 215

C.) 2 1/2-inch smooth bore nozzle

Question 216

3. What pressure is the constant pressure spray nozzle
   designed to maintain at the tip regardless of the flow?
   p. 92

A.) 100 psi
B.) 250 psi
C.) 150 psi
D.) 200 psi

Answer 216

A.) 100 psi

Question 217

4. Which is NOT an indication of a smoldering fire?
   p. 98

A.) The smoke rises quickly from the building
B.) Smoke and fire are visible from the exterior
C.) Usually the building will be tight
D.) All windows are darkened with linear cracks

Answer 217

B.) Smoke and fire are visible from the exterior

Question 218

5. What is the maximum angle setting that should be used with the fog nozzle when it is being used to push products of combustion to a better vented area?
   p. 91

A.) 60 degree
B.) 45 degree
C.) 90 degree
D.) 30 degree

Answer 218

D.) 30 degree

Question 219

6. What size attack line should be used in the area above a
   storage area fire in the modern garden apartment?
   p. 95

A.) 1 3/4-inch
B.) 1 1/2-inch
C.) 2 1/2-inch
D.) 2 3/4-inch

Answer 219

A.) 1 3/4-inch

Question 220

7. What size section of hose must be allotted for each floor
   when advancing up a stairway?
   p. 97

A.) 150-foot
B.) 75-foot
C.) 50-foot
D.) 100-foot

Answer 220

C.) 50-foot

Question 221

8. What should be done when the main body of the fire is
   knocked down?
   p. 93

A.) Point the stream at the floor
B.) Shut down the stream
C.) Vent the room with the stream
D.) Close the door to the room

Answer 221

B.) Shut down the stream

Question 222

9. Which guideline for safe and efficient stream operation is
   NOT correct?
   p. 92-93

A.) Use smooth-bore nozzles on 1 3/4- and 2 1/2-inch
preconnected attack lines
B.) Crack the nozzle to bleed air out of the hose line ahead
of the water
C.) Use an indirect attack to deliver water directly to the
fire
D.) Stay low when entering the fire area to allow heat and
gases to vent before moving in

Answer 222

C.) Use an indirect attack to deliver water directly to the

fire

Question 223

10. What size hose line should be used for the interior attack line with 50% involvement of a commercial space?
    p. 95

A.) 2 1/2-inch
B.) 2-inch
C.) 3 1/2-inch
D.) 3-inch

Answer 223

A.) 2 1/2-inch

Question 224

11. What does the first-arriving engine company generally use to advance the attack lines up to and above the fire?
    p. 97

A.) Stairways
B.) Fire escapes
C.) Elevators
D.) Ladders

Answer 224

A.) Stairways

Question 225

12. Which size hose is it recommended be eliminated from
    structural firefighting?
    p. 90

A.) 2-inch
B.) 1 3/4-inch
C.) 2 1/2-inch
D.) 1 1/2-inch

Answer 225

D.) 1 1/2-inch

Question 226

13. Which of the following has the greatest volume and reach and can flow 250 to 300 gpm?
    p. 91

A.) 2 1/2-inch solid stream
B.) 2 1/2-inch fog stream
C.) 1 3/4-inch fog stream
D.) 1 3/4-inch solid stream

Answer 226

A.) 2 1/2-inch solid stream

Question 227

14. What is the missing element for a smoldering fire?
    p. 98

A.) Reaction
B.) Oxygen
C.) Fuel
D.) Heat

Answer 227

B.) Oxygen

Question 228

15. Which statement is correct regarding the 1 1/8-inch and 1
    1/4-inch smooth bore tips?
    p. 90

A.) These solid stream tips require twice the nozzle pressure
of the 2 1/2-inch spray nozzle
B.) These solid stream tips require three times the nozzle
pressure of the 2 1/2-inch spray nozzle
C.) These solid stream tips require only half the nozzle
pressure of the 2 1/2-inch spray nozzle
D.) These solid stream tips require only one third the nozzle
pressure of the 2 1/2-inch spray nozzle

Answer 228

C.) These solid stream tips require only half the nozzle

pressure of the 2 1/2-inch spray nozzle

Question 229

16. What is the most common type of fire encountered by
    responding fire fighters?
    p. 88

A.) Free-burning
B.) Self-extinguishing
C.) Incipient
D.) Smoldering

Answer 229

A.) Free-burning

Question 230

17. Which type of stream is NOT generally used to launch an
    indirect attack on the fire?
    p. 88

A.) Straight
B.) Narrow fog
C.) Wide fog
D.) Solid

Answer 230

C.) Wide fog

Question 231

18. Which type of attack is used in almost all offensive
    attack situations?
    p. 88

A.) Combination
B.) Direct
C.) Indirect
D.) Exterior

Answer 231

B.) Direct

Question 232

19. What is the sudden explosive ignition of fire gases when
    oxygen is introduced into a superheated space previously
    deprived of oxygen?
    p. 99

A.) Rollover
B.) Flashdraft
C.) Backdraft
D.) Flashover

Answer 232

C.) Backdraft

Question 233

20. Which spray nozzle is an adjustable-pattern spray nozzle in which the rated discharge is delivered at a designed
    nozzle pressure and nozzle setting?
    p. 92

A.) Basic
B.) Constant pressure
C.) Constant/select gallonage
D.) Constant gallonage

Answer 233

A.) Basic

Question 234

21. How many gpm will the 1 1/2-inch attack line with a spray
    nozzle output with the correct pressure?
    p. 90

A.) 80 to 200
B.) 60 to 125
C.) 150 to 375
D.) 100 to 350

Answer 234

B.) 60 to 125

Question 235

22. Where should the fire be knocked down from before
    conducting any interior operations?
    p. 89

A.) Rooftop of the building
B.) Inside the building
C.) Outside the building
D.) First occupied room

Answer 235

C.) Outside the building

Question 236

23. Where should ventilation take place when encountering a smoldering fire?
    p. 99

A.) Windows of the building
B.) High point on the building
C.) Doorways of the building
D.) Low point on the building

Answer 236

B.) High point on the building

Question 237

24. What does the choice of initial attack lines and nozzles
    depend upon?
    p. 89

A.) Purpose of the attack
B.) Level of crew training
C.) Number of victims inside
D.) Availability of water

Answer 237

A.) Purpose of the attack

Question 238

25. What size attack line should be used on the areas above and below the fire area where fire has gained control of a good portion of the floor area?
    p. 96

A.) 1 3/4-inch
B.) 2 1/2-inch
C.) 2-inch
D.) 1 1/2-inch

Answer 238

A.) 1 3/4-inch

Question 239

26. How many fire fighters are needed to handle the 1 3/4-inch hose line?
    p. 90

A.) 4
B.) 2
C.) 3
D.) 1

Answer 239

D.) 1

Question 240

27. Which type of fire attack is NOT a good choice for an
    occupied room?
    p. 88

A.) Exterior
B.) Direct
C.) Indirect
D.) Combination

Answer 240

C.) Indirect

Question 241

1. What size backup line should be used when two 1 3/4-inch attack lines are in place?
   p. 104
   A.) 1 3/4-inch
   B.) 2-inch
   C.) 2 1/2-inch
   D.) 1 1/2-inch

Answer 241

C.) 2 1/2-inch

Question 242

2. What is the minimum number of personnel that should be assigned as the rapid intervention crew?
   p. 109

A.) 6
B.) 8
C.) 4
D.) 2

Answer 242

C.) 4

Question 243

3. Which statement is correct?
   p. 108

A.) The backup assignment should not be given to fire fighters from a neighboring district

B.) The backup assignment should be given to the fire fighters with the least fire ground experience

C.) The backup assignment should be given to the initial
attack crew

D.) The backup assignment should not be given to fire fighters who have been engaged in initial attack operations

Answer 243

D.) The backup assignment should not be given to fire fighters who have been engaged in initial attack operations

Question 244

4. What should be done with the initial attack lines if the
   backup lines are needed?
   p. 107

A.) Remove them from the building
B.) Shut them down
C.) Connect them to the backup line
D.) Increase the supply

Answer 244

B.) Shut them down

Question 245

5. What can be used to perform extinguishment and overhaul operations when the backup lines have gained control of
   the fire?
   p. 107

A.) Replacement backup lines
B.) Replacement attack lines
C.) Initial attack lines
D.) Backup lines

Answer 245

C.) Initial attack lines

Question 246

6. Which statement about backup lines is correct?
   p. 104

A.) Backup lines should have lesser reach and deliver more
water than initial attack lines

B.) Backup lines should have greater reach and deliver more water than initial attack lines

C.) Backup lines should have greater reach and deliver less
water than initial attack lines

D.) Backup lines should have lesser reach and deliver less
water than initial attack lines

Answer 246

B.) Backup lines should have greater reach and deliver more

Question 247

7. Who should be responsible for establishing the backups
   when a master stream appliance is needed?
   p. 109

A.) First arriving engine companies
B.) Staging officers
C.) Initial attack crews
D.) Incoming engine companies

Answer 247

D.) Incoming engine companies

Question 248

8. What are the engine company’s first line of defense?
   p. 104

A.) Deluge systems
B.) Sprinkler systems
C.) Backup lines
D.) Initial lines

Answer 248

C.) Backup lines

Question 249

9. Up to how many gpm do most 2 1/2-inch spray nozzles
   deliver?
   p. 107

A.) 250
B.) 200
C.) 150
D.) 300

Answer 249

A.) 250

Question 250

10. What size backup line should always be used when a 2
    1/2-inch attack line is in place?
    p. 104

A.) 2 3/4-inch
B.) 3 1/2-inch
C.) 2 1/2-inch
D.) 3-inch

Answer 250

C.) 2 1/2-inch

Question 251

1. What height should the hole be made when controlling
vertical fire spread within a shaft?
p. 123
A.) Waist
B.) Head
C.) Knee
D.) Shoulder

Answer 251

A.) Waist

Question 252

2. What can be used to prevent a large secondary fire when convection currents are present?
   p. 115-117

A.) Positive pressure ventilation
B.) Wetting of all buildings
C.) Police patrols of the area
D.) Master stream applications

Answer 252

C.) Police patrols of the area

Question 253

3. What is the only way to protect exposures from radiant
   heat?
   p. 117

A.) Knock down the fire in the original building
B.) Perform a patrol of the area
C.) Disrupt the radiation between the buildings
D.) Cool the exposure with water

Answer 253

D.) Cool the exposure with water

Question 254

4. Which size hose line is most desirable for interior
   exposure protection and can be used in most situations?
   p. 119

A.) 2 1/2-inch
B.) 2-inch
C.) 1-inch
D.) 1 3/4-inch

Answer 254

D.) 1 3/4-inch

Question 255

5. What is the key to full exposure protection?
   p. 114

A.) Adequate number of ladder apparatus
B.) Adequate number of hose lines
C.) Adequate number of fire fighters
D.) Adequate number of company officers

Answer 255

C.) Adequate number of fire fighters

Question 256

6. On which side of the fire should structures be covered
   first when protecting the exposure?
   p. 118

A.) Rearside
B.) Windward
C.) Topside
D.) Leeward

Answer 256

D.) Leeward

Question 257

7. Which of the following is considered a great asset in
   terms of controlling an exposure fire?
   p. 114-115

A.) Distance between buildings
B.) Interior spray system
C.) Outside sprinklers
D.) Unpierced fire wall

Answer 257

D.) Unpierced fire wall

Question 258

8. Where are vertical channels generally placed in commercial buildings and shopping centers?
   p. 121

A.) Center of the building
B.) Top of the building
C.) Rear of the building
D.) Front of the building

Answer 258

C.) Rear of the building

Question 259

9. Which of the following weather factors is considered the
   worst in terms of exposure fires?
   p. 115

A.) Hail
B.) Rain
C.) Wind
D.) Heat

Answer 259

C.) Wind

Question 260

10. Which fire location would be considered most dangerous for fire fighters and occupants within an apartment building?
    p. 125

A.) Top floor
B.) Second floor
C.) Basement
D.) First floor

Answer 260

C.) Basement

Question 261

11. Which factor affecting the severity of an exterior
    exposure problem does the firefighter have control over?
    p. 115

A.) Spacing between the fire and exposures
B.) Intensity and size of the fire
C.) Recent weather
D.) Availability and combustibility of fuels

Answer 261

B.) Intensity and size of the fire

Question 262

12. Which of the following is NOT something that should be
    done if it is suspected that fire is traveling in
    concealed spaces?
    p. 120

A.) Close up the space
B.) Visually inspect the space
C.) Ventilate the space
D.) Direct water into the space

Answer 262

A.) Close up the space

Question 263

13. Which side of the fire is considered most dangerous due to convected and radiant heat?
    p. 118

A.) Leeward
B.) Rearside
C.) Windward
D.) Topside

Answer 263

A.) Leeward

Question 264

14. Where should the fire fighter look to determine where the vertical shafts are located in a single-family dwelling?
    p. 121

A.) Rear wall
B.) Rooftop
C.) Interior rooms
D.) Ground floor

Answer 264

B.) Rooftop

Question 265

15. Which of the following provide a safer and more effective means of cooling and protecting an exposure?
    p. 118

A.) Master stream
B.) 2 1/2-inch stream
C.) 1 1/2-inch stream
D.) 1 3/4-inch stream

Answer 265

A.) Master stream

Question 266

16. What size hose line will be most useful when controlling
    fire within a vertical shaft?
    p. 122

A.) 1 3/4-inch
B.) 1 1/8-inch
C.) 1 1/2-inch
D.) 1 1/4-inch

Answer 266

A.) 1 3/4-inch

Question 267

17. Which of the following is NOT generally a sign of fire in
    an interior wall space?
    p. 122

A.) Blistering of paint
B.) Hot to the touch
C.) Discoloration of wall paper
D.) Smoke along the ceiling

Answer 267

D.) Smoke along the ceiling

Question 268

18. What is the minimum number of hose lines that should be directed up at the fire when controlling a fire in a
    vertical shaft?
    p. 123

A.) 2
B.) 3
C.) 1
D.) 4

Answer 268

C.) 1

Question 269

19. What is exposure coverage second to on the fire ground?
    p. 114

A.) Fire attack
B.) Rescue
C.) Hose lay
D.) Ventilation

Answer 269

B.) Rescue

Question 270

20. Within what time period can roof collapse in a building
    with a bar joist roof?
    p. 124

A.) 25 minutes
B.) 10 minutes
C.) 15 minutes
D.) 20 minutes

Answer 270

B.) 10 minutes

Question 271

21. Which method of transfer can result in exposure fires when there are wood shingle rooftops?
    p. 115

A.) Condensation
B.) Conduction
C.) Convection
D.) Radiation

Answer 271

C.) Convection

Question 272

22. Which of the following floors is ventilation required when fighting a basement fire?
    p. 125

A.) Basement and attic space
B.) Basement and all other floors
C.) Basement and roof
D.) Basement and first floor

Answer 272

D.) Basement and first floor

Question 273

23. What are the most vulnerable areas of the exposure when the buildings are close together?
    p. 118

A.) Distant from the fire
B.) Just below the fire
C.) Just above the fire
D.) Directly across from the fire

Answer 273

C.) Just above the fire

Question 274

24. Where should offensive basement fire operations be
    conducted from?
    p. 124

A.) Exterior, unburned side of the building
B.) Exterior, burned side of the building
C.) Interior, burned side of the building
D.) Interior, unburned side of the building

Answer 274

D.) Interior, unburned side of the building

Question 275

25. Which is considered an additional benefit, but not a
    requirement when determining hose line placement for
    exposure protection?
    p. 118-119

A.) Protecting fire fighters from radiant heat
B.) Keeping fire fighters outside of the collapse zone
C.) Bearing on part of the fire closest to the exposure
D.) Maximizing reach and effectiveness of the stream

Answer 275

C.) Bearing on part of the fire closest to the exposure

Question 276

26. Where should vertical openings be opened in a basement fire to allow the heat, smoke and gases to leave the building?
    p. 127

A.) Basement level
B.) Attic space
C.) First floor
D.) Roof level

Answer 276

D.) Roof level

Question 277

27. Which location is it best to attack a basement fire in a
    residence with basement doors to the outside and windows along the rear side?
    p. 126

A.) Rear windows
B.) Outside doors
C.) Interior stairway
D.) Through the flooring

Answer 277

B.) Outside doors

Question 278

28. Near which room in an apartment building are vertical
    shafts generally found?
    p. 121

A.) Living room
B.) Bathroom
C.) Garage
D.) Dining room

Answer 278

B.) Bathroom

Question 279

1. Which tip can be used on the master stream appliance when there is not enough water volume to supply the common tip sizes?
   p. 134
   A.) 1 1/2-inch
   B.) 1 3/8-inch
   C.) 1 3/4-inch
   D.) 1 1/4-inch

Answer 279

D.) 1 1/4-inch

Question 280

2. Where is it best to position the elevated master stream
   appliance for fire fighter safety?
   p. 141

A.) At the corners of the building
B.) In front of the building
C.) Close to the building
D.) In the rear of the building

Answer 280

A.) At the corners of the building

Question 281

3. Which statement is correct?
   p. 134

A.) A master stream appliance is only as good as its location
B.) A master stream appliance is only as good as its water
supply
C.) A master stream appliance is only as good as its hose line source
D.) A master stream appliance is only as good as its operator

Answer 281

B.) A master stream appliance is only as good as its water

supply

Question 282

4. In what direction should the master stream be moved to
   ensure it reaches the full depth of the fire area?
   p. 139

A.) Randomly
B.) Vertically
C.) Horizontally
D.) Diagonally

Answer 282

B.) Vertically

Question 283

5. When are master stream appliances primarily used?
   p. 132

A.) Overhaul operations
B.) Defensive operations
C.) Searching operations
D.) Offensive operations

Answer 283

B.) Defensive operations

Question 284

6. Where will the master stream appliance most often be
   located?
   p. 137

A.) Outside the building
B.) On the rooftops
C.) On the fire floor
D.) Inside the front entrance

Answer 284

A.) Outside the building

Question 285

7. What is the gpm range possible with an effective master
   stream appliance?
   p. 132

A.) 450 to 3,000
B.) 400 to 2,500
C.) 350 to 2,000
D.) 500 to 3,500

Answer 285

C.) 350 to 2,000

Question 286

8. When using an elevated master stream appliance to protect an exposure, where should the stream be directed?
   p. 141

A.) On the ground
B.) On the fire building
C.) On the exposure
D.) Between the buildings

Answer 286

C.) On the exposure

Question 287

9. What should the properly positioned solid stream be
   deflected off of to ensure its effectiveness?
   p. 139

A.) Floor space
B.) Ceiling
C.) Contents
D.) Walls

Answer 287

B.) Ceiling

Question 288

10. Which may be superior when using a master stream appliance for exposure protection?
    p. 138

A.) Smooth-bore nozzle using a fog stream
B.) Smooth-bore nozzle using a solid stream
C.) Spray nozzle using a solid stream
D.) Spray nozzle using a fog stream

Answer 288

D.) Spray nozzle using a fog stream

Question 289

11. What is the minimum size external inlet that should be on the permanent waterway on the aerial ladder?
    p. 134

A.) 4 inches
B.) 8 inches
C.) 2 inches
D.) 6 inches

Answer 289

A.) 4 inches

Question 290

12. What size LDH is used by many fire departments with an
    adequate water supply source to further reduce friction
    loss?
    p. 136

A.) 3-inch
B.) 6-inch
C.) 4-inch
D.) 5-inch

Answer 290

D.) 5-inch

Question 291

13. Which nozzle must the permanently attached monitor be
    provided with?
    p. 134

A.) 2,000 gpm
B.) 1,000 gpm
C.) 1,500 gpm
D.) 2,500 gpm

Answer 291

B.) 1,000 gpm

Question 292

14. Which event would signal the need to shutdown the master stream appliance due to the fire being extinguished?
    p. 141

A.) White smoke is no longer visible
B.) Visible fire is gone
C.) Smoke has changed color
D.) Steam is clearly visible

Answer 292

A.) White smoke is no longer visible

Question 293

15. Which type of master stream appliance is often referred to as a deck gun or monitor?
    p. 132

A.) Deluge master stream appliances
B.) Elevated master stream appliances
C.) Portable appliances
D.) Fixed appliances

Answer 293

C.) Portable appliances

Question 294

16. What will happen to the straight stream of the master
    stream appliance if a great deal too much pressure is
    used?
    p. 137

A.) Turns into a poor fog stream
B.) Turns into an effective fog stream
C.) Has a much greater reach and penetration
D.) Nothing happens if too much pressure is used

Answer 294

A.) Turns into a poor fog stream

Question 295

17. Which would indicate to the officer that a master stream
    is not entering the building?
    p. 140

A.) Decrease in exterior heat
B.) Heavy water runoff
C.) Fire crackling sounds
D.) Smoke coloration change

Answer 295

B.) Heavy water runoff

Question 296

18. What is the suggested maximum length of hose line between the pumper and master stream appliance to help reduce friction loss?
    p. 137

A.) 100 feet
B.) 200 feet
C.) 150 feet
D.) 250 feet

Answer 296

A.) 100 feet

Question 297

19. What is the lowest angle the portable master stream
    appliance can be operated at before needing to manually
    release the locking mechanism?
    p. 132

A.) 65 degrees
B.) 55 degrees
C.) 35 degrees
D.) 45 degrees

Answer 297

C.) 35 degrees

Question 298

20. What should the pump pressure be when you are making a 100-foot lay with a 1 1/4-inch smooth-bore tip with a nozzle pressure of 80 psi and friction loss of 35 psi per
    100 feet?
    p. 135

A.) 130 psi
B.) 80 psi
C.) 35 psi
D.) 115 psi

Answer 298

D.) 115 psi

Question 299

21. How many ways can a fixed master stream appliance be
    supplied with water?
    p. 133

A.) 2
B.) 1
C.) 3
D.) 4

Answer 299

A.) 2

Question 300

22. At what pressure are spray nozzles designed to operate when used with a master stream appliance?
    p. 134

A.) 100 psi
B.) 150 psi
C.) 80 psi
D.) 65 psi

Answer 300

A.) 100 psi

Question 301

23. How many gpm at 100-psi nozzle pressure at full elevation and extension must the prepiped waterway for an aerial ladder be capable of delivering?
    p. 133-134

A.) 2,500
B.) 2,000
C.) 1,500
D.) 1,000

Answer 301

D.) 1,000

Question 302

24. What size supply line would allow for the lowest pump
    pressure given all other factors remain fairly constant?
    p. 136

A.) 1-inch
B.) 2-inch
C.) 4-inch
D.) 3-inch

Answer 302

C.) 4-inch

Question 303

25. At what pressure are the most commonly used tips on the master stream appliance operated?
    p. 134

A.) 120 psi
B.) 100 psi
C.) 80 psi
D.) 140 psi

Answer 303

C.) 80 psi

Question 304

1. When four pumpers with pressures of 45, 65, 85 and 100 psi are feeding a wet standpipe system and the first source 
fails, which would be the next source in line to supply 
the system?
p. 150
A.) 100 psi
B.) 65 psi
C.) 45 psi
D.) 85 psi

Answer 304

D.) 85 psi

Question 305

2. What should be the minimum length of the first hose line
   taken into the fire building?
   p. 156

A.) 250 feet
B.) 150 feet
C.) 200 feet
D.) 100 feet

Answer 305

B.) 150 feet

Question 306

3. Aside from human error, what is the one deterrent to
   effective sprinkler system operation?
   p. 166

A.) Lack of ample heads
B.) Improper installation
C.) Inadequate water supply
D.) Mechanical malfunction

Answer 306

C.) Inadequate water supply

Question 307

4. What is the minimum area (square feet) that one sprinkler head will cover?
   p. 163

A.) 100
B.) 150
C.) 200
D.) 250

Answer 307

A.) 100

Question 308

5. What is the classification of standpipe systems based
   upon?
   p. 146

A.) Hose connection size
B.) Available hoses
C.) Intended use
D.) Building location

Answer 308

C.) Intended use

Question 309

6. Which type of sprinkler system uses air exhausters to move water to the heads before they are activated?
   p. 164-165

A.) Wet-pipe
B.) Preaction
C.) Dry-pipe
D.) Deluge

Answer 309

B.) Preaction

Question 310

7. What residual pressure must be delivered per NFPA
   standards at the top-most hose connection on each
   standpipe for the class I and III systems?
   p. 148-149

A.) 75 psi
B.) 150 psi
C.) 50 psi
D.) 100 psi

Answer 310

D.) 100 psi

Question 311

8. Within what distance from the standpipe siamese is it best to locate the pumper?
   p. 154

A.) 100 feet
B.) 150 feet
C.) 250 feet
D.) 200 feet

Answer 311

A.) 100 feet

Question 312

9. What can feed the dry standpipe system?
   p. 148

A.) Occupancy water supply
B.) Fire department pumpers
C.) Exterior hose lines
D.) Municipal water supply

Answer 312

B.) Fire department pumpers

Question 313

10. How many outlets are available at each landing with the
    exterior dry standpipe system?
    p. 148

A.) 4
B.) 1
C.) 2
D.) 3

Answer 313

B.) 1

Question 314

11. What is the first thing the engine company should do upon arrival at a fire in a sprinkler-protected building?
    p. 166

A.) Prepare to remove sprinkler heads
B.) Hook up to the siamese connection
C.) Turn off the water supply to the system
D.) Advance the first attack line from the pumper

Answer 314

B.) Hook up to the siamese connection

Question 315

12. Which type of standpipe system has piping that is filled
    with pressurized air?
    p. 147

A.) Semiautomatic wet
B.) Automatic wet
C.) Automatic dry
D.) Semiautomatic dry

Answer 315

C.) Automatic dry

Question 316

13. What size hose connections are provided with the Class II standpipe system?
    p. 147

A.) 2 1/2-inch
B.) 1 1/2-inch
C.) 2-inch
D.) 1-inch

Answer 316

B.) 1 1/2-inch

Question 317

14. Which location tends to have post-indicator valves for the cutoff valve of the standpipe system?
    p. 151

A.) Industrial properties
B.) Apartments
C.) Stores
D.) Office buildings

Answer 317

A.) Industrial properties

Question 318

15. What is the minimum size of the standpipe which makes its water-carrying capacity great?
    p. 154

A.) 5-inch
B.) 4-inch
C.) 6-inch
D.) 7-inch

Answer 318

B.) 4-inch

Question 319

16. Which size hand line can be used to perform fire attack
    from an adjoining building?
    p. 162

A.) 4-inch
B.) 2-inch
C.) 3-inch
D.) 1-inch

Answer 319

D.) 1-inch

Question 320

17. How many fire department intakes are available for each
    riser when the risers are separate?
    p. 150

A.) 3
B.) 2
C.) 1
D.) 4

Answer 320

C.) 1

Question 321

18. Which class of standpipe system is used for fill-scale and
    first-aid firefighting?
    p. 147

A.) Class III
B.) Class IV
C.) Class I
D.) Class II

Answer 321

A.) Class III

Question 322

19. What is generally the maximum number of gallons in the
    pressure tank?
    p. 150

A.) 5,000 gallons
B.) 9,000 gallons
C.) 3,000 gallons
D.) 7,000 gallons

Answer 322

C.) 3,000 gallons

Question 323

20. Where is an exterior dry standpipe system usually located?
    p. 147

A.) Alongside the fire escape
B.) Over the fence line
C.) Through the building lobby
D.) Underneath roofing materials

Answer 323

A.) Alongside the fire escape

Question 324

21. Which is the most often used as the primary source of
    water for the standpipe system?
    p. 150

A.) Pressure pumps
B.) Public waterworks
C.) Fire service tanks
D.) Gravity tanks

Answer 324

B.) Public waterworks

Question 325

22. What should the fire fighters check while carrying their
    equipment up the stairs to ensure sufficient water
    pressure will be available?
    p. 155

A.) Riser connections are tight
B.) Hose outlet valves are closed
C.) Water pressure monitors are on
D.) Hose lines are straightened

Answer 325

B.) Hose outlet valves are closed

Question 326

23. Which floor would it be acceptable for the fire fighter to
    use an elevator for access when the fire is on the fifth
    floor?
    p. 159

A.) Fourth
B.) Sixth
C.) Fifth
D.) Third

Answer 326

D.) Third

Question 327

24. What is the minimum number of crew members assigned to a task at a building with a standpipe system?
    p. 157

A.) 5
B.) 3
C.) 4
D.) 2

Answer 327

D.) 2

Question 328

25. What is the minimum number of outlets on each floor with an interior dry standpipe system?
    p. 147

A.) 3
B.) 1
C.) 2
D.) 4

Answer 328

B.) 1

Question 329

1. What size attack lines can be used effectively during
   overhaul operations?
   p. 175

A.) 2 3/4-inch
B.) 1 3/4-inch
C.) 1-inch
D.) 2-inch

Answer 329

B.) 1 3/4-inch

Question 330

2. When should fire fighters check the fire area for clues to
   the ignition of the fire?
   p. 174

A.) During preinspection
B.) During overhaul
C.) During size-up
D.) During suppression

Answer 330

B.) During overhaul

Question 331

3. Which is the main purpose of overhaul operations?
   p. 172

A.) Ensure investigators will be able to locate evidence
B.) Clean up any debris and remove water from the structure
C.) Leave the structure in as safe a condition as possible
D.) Make certain no trace of fire remains that could rekindle

Answer 331

D.) Make certain no trace of fire remains that could rekindle

Question 332

4. How much of the protective ensemble should be worn during overhaul operations?
   p. 172

A.) Complete without SCBA
B.) Regular street clothes
C.) Complete with SCBA
D.) Turnout pants and coat

Answer 332

C.) Complete with SCBA

Question 333

5. What is the systematic examination of the aftermath of a
   fire scene to determine if there is a danger of
   resparking?
   p. 172

A.) Recon
B.) Overhaul
C.) Investigation
D.) Knockdown

Answer 333

B.) Overhaul

Question 334

6. Which parts of a shaft are fire fighters normally assigned
   to check for fire extension during overhaul operations?
   p. 177

A.) Top, bottom and middle
B.) Top and bottom
C.) Bottom and middle
D.) Top and middle

Answer 334

B.) Top and bottom

Question 335

7. What will the extent of the preinspection as well as the
   overhaul operations depend upon?
   p. 173

A.) Available personnel
B.) Extent of the fire
C.) Urgency of the event
D.) Location of the fire

Answer 335

B.) Extent of the fire

Question 336

8. What can be used to block off unsafe areas that are
   hazardous and off limits to the firefighter after
   knockdown has occurred?
   p. 172

A.) Rubble piles
B.) Spotter
C.) Surveillance team
D.) Barrier tape

Answer 336

D.) Barrier tape

Question 337

9. What must be done during overhaul operations to walls and ceilings that have been in contact with heat and fire?
   p. 176

A.) Open them up and wet them down
B.) Leave them for the investigator
C.) Wet them down only
D.) Open them up only

Answer 337

A.) Open them up and wet them down

Question 338

10. Where will any fire in ceiling spaces be guided?
    p. 176

A.) Wall spaces
B.) Interior rooms
C.) Rooftop
D.) Structure exterior

Answer 338

A.) Wall spaces

Question 339

11. Who must every person entering the fire building report to before entry?
    p. 175

A.) Sector officer
B.) Company officer
C.) Incident commander
D.) Safety officer

Answer 339

A.) Sector officer

Question 340

12. What may need to be removed until a clean area is found when fire has penetrated a ceiling space on the floor
    below and it is suspected that it has extended into the
    floor above?
    p. 177

A.) Members
B.) Flooring
C.) Walls
D.) Ceiling

Answer 340

B.) Flooring

Question 341

13. Which group is normally assigned the task of overhaul?
    p. 175

A.) Engine company
B.) Draft company
C.) Ladder company
D.) Pumper company

Answer 341

C.) Ladder company

Question 342

14. Which should be the last choice for overhaul operations?
    p. 174

A.) Personnel assigned to staging manned unused backup lines
B.) Personnel engaged in firefighting operations
C.) Personnel such as additional volunteers
D.) Personnel arriving independently

Answer 342

B.) Personnel engaged in firefighting operations

Question 343

15. Where do overhaul operations begin?
    p. 176

A.) Close to the area of greatest damage
B.) Close to the area where firefighting operations ended
C.) Close to the area where the fire is believed to have
started
D.) Close to the entrance to the fire building

Answer 343

B.) Close to the area where firefighting operations ended

Question 344

16. What size enclosed space between the floor and the bottom shelf is normally found with kitchen cabinets found in a residence?
    p. 177-178

A.) 7- to 9-inch
B.) 3- to 5-inch
C.) 5- to 7-inch
D.) 1- to 3-inch

Answer 344

B.) 3- to 5-inch

Question 345

17. Which tool is generally preferred when pulling flooring
    during overhaul operations?
    p. 177

A.) Axes
B.) Edging tool
C.) Hydraulic tools
D.) Power saws

Answer 345

D.) Power saws

Question 346

18. Who is responsible for making sure unsafe areas are marked off during overhaul operations?
    p. 173

A.) Rehab officer
B.) Command officer
C.) Safety officer
D.) Overhaul officer

Answer 346

C.) Safety officer

Question 347

Attack hose is designed for use at operating pressures up to at least -

Answer 347

275psi

Question 348

The standard hose of the fire service nationally is the -

Answer 348

2 1/2 Inch

Question 349

What is the friction loss in a 2 1/2 inch hoseline per 100 feet, pumping at 350 gpm?

Answer 349

25 psi

Question 350

A 5 inch supply line is capable of flowing -

Answer 350

1400 GPM

Question 351

A typical 1 3/4 inch attack line equipped with a spray nozzle or smooth-bore nozzle will deliver -

Answer 351

120 to 200 GPM

Question 352

A 2 1/2 inch attack line equipped with a fog nozzle is capable of delivering at least -

Answer 352

250 GPM

Question 353

A 2 1/2 inch attack line equipped with a solid stream nozzle is capable of delivering up to -

Answer 353

300 GPM