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Question 1

Officers must be able to account for what two things of their crew members at all times?

Answer 1

Location and Welfare

Question 2

Structural collapse has had what effect on firefighters?

Answer 2

One of the leading causes of injury and death

Question 3

How is heavy Timber defined?

Answer 3

8” X 8” or larger wood

Question 4

A RIT activation will require how many extra personnel?

Answer 4

A second alarm

Question 5

Who is automatically paged on all HM7 consults?

Answer 5

HC458

Question 6

How many of those who demonstrate symptoms related to traumatic events can resolve those alone?

Answer 6

Approximately 1/2

Question 7

What time can you call Cascade centers?

Answer 7

24 hours a day

Question 8

Anytime that emergency response crews are subjected to a traumatic event, what checkbox should be clicked?

Answer 8

Traumatic event checkbox, located in RESPONDER tab

Question 9

What kind of SCBA do we use?

Answer 9

Scott X3 Pro

Question 10

In situations with low visibility what position do you move the member with the low air alarm to?

Answer 10

Second position from front

Question 11

What else will also be worn anytime the bulletproof vest is donned?

Answer 11

Fire helmet and medical glasses

Question 12

What does a bpv typically consist of?

Answer 12

Plate carrier
ballistic plates
fabric

Question 13

What vests do the other group’s wear?

Answer 13

Rrt tactical tailor
Fmo inv SafariLand overt carrier
Fmo insp Second chance
SERT proTech tactical

Question 14

It is standard operating procedure to attempt to stabilize fire conditions how?

Answer 14

Extending an aggressive offensive interior attack

Question 15

Fire reports are subject to review by what 4 groups?

Answer 15

Insurance companies
Private fire investigator
Police
DA office

Question 16

If you don’t know the location of the fire during ventilation, do not do what?

Answer 16

Do not break windows

Question 17

When taking the glass during horizontal ventilation, what window should you break?

Answer 17

Window nearest the area of fire origin or on the opposite side of the fire

Question 18

The wind of just how many miles per hour of long into an opening can create a wind driven fire scenario?

Answer 18

10 mph

Question 19

If you have blowers of two different sizes where does the little one go?

Answer 19

Behind the big one

Question 20

Removing the screens increases the ventilation efficiency by how much?

Answer 20

50%

Question 21

What is the preferred search method in a single-family dwelling / Garden Style apartment?

Answer 21

Left or right hand search is preferred

Question 22

When an engine and a Truck arrived together, engine officers should do what?

Answer 22

Spot on a Hydrant allowing the first due truck to place apparatus before laying their hose

Question 23

What’s the difference between Portland thread or NFPA thread?

Answer 23

Portland thread usually have black steamer Port cap

Question 24

How can you tell if a home has a excess gas flow device?

Answer 24

Metal washer on Riser has diamond shaped hole stamped in it

Question 25

Is EOPS allowed to flag an address to not respond on a fire alarm?

Answer 25

No, only FMO inspectors

Question 26

A Bendix King VHF portable radio is assigned to which rigs?

Answer 26

Each first line apparatus and response Chief vehicle

Question 27

What kind of radios are used in the bridge system?

Answer 27

Apx 7000 Portables C2 and C103

Question 28

What is a phonetic designator?

Answer 28

Alpha, Bravo

Question 29

Who do you contact if you want to leave FMA or go out of service?

Answer 29

Contact fire liaison first for authorization

Question 30

During total radio system failure and using 8cal90, where do you place the apparatus for best reception?

Answer 30

Position outside the station

Question 31

Where can you find a pool of spare portable radios?

Answer 31

Each battalion chief station and Fire Marshal's Office

Question 32

When do you use "cease operations-- all quiet"?

Answer 32

Typically search and rescue, used to temporarily stop all operations to listen for trapped victims

Question 33

What's the difference between hold the air and clear the air?

Answer 33

Hold the air is indefinite. Clear the air is temporary. Remember to lift restriction to hold the air as soon as possible

Question 34

When responding to a mutual Aid fire, what should you try to determine?

Answer 34

If a PF&R chief officer is necessary

Question 35

What 2 reports does the officer need to fill out for a vehicle collision involving pf&r property?

Answer 35

Collison report in personnel system Work supply request app repair Memo to logistics chief with explanation

Question 36

What is the only exception to not stopping for a school bus lights flashing?

Answer 36

Highways divided by unpaved median strip or barrier

Question 37

How long do you use your turn signal for?

Answer 37

100 ft continuously

Question 38

What program is available if there's a little brat setting fires?

Answer 38

Yfs Intervention Program

Question 39

What are two examples of a not reportable fire?

Answer 39

Broiling steak. Burning leaves

Question 40

Who fills out the fire report if a mutual aid company shows up first?

Answer 40

Portland fire still does

Question 41

What is the company detail policy?

Answer 41

Traveler Out of house callshift Outside detail In house callshift Regular member or kelly relief <5 yrs Regular member/relief by rotation

Question 42

What is considered a long-term detail?

Answer 42

Two or more consecutive shifts into a detail house

Question 43

Are trade times considered exempt from details?

Answer 43

Yes

Question 44

How do you do a quarterly fire alarm test in a Portland fire station?

Answer 44

Actuating and pull station, then walk around to make sure all devices are operating

Question 45

Eating a station meal helps maintain what two principles that are top priority in station management?

Answer 45

High morale Teamwork

Question 46

Are you allowed to use a hands-free accessory cell phone while driving a city vehicle?

Answer 46

No

Question 47

Who is held responsible for the enforcement of the rules and regulations and Orders of the bureau?

Answer 47

Officers managers and supervisors

Question 48

For a situation not covered by rules and regs, how shall you act?

Answer 48

Manner which you feel would be in the best interest of the bureau

Question 49

How much time do you have to notify the appropriate division Chief / manager of the report of an arrest or conviction of crime of any member?

Answer 49

By next working day Or be subject to disciplinary action up to including discharge!

Question 50

Can you use boisterous language at a fire?

Answer 50

No

Question 51

What two kinds of arguments should you avoid while on duty?

Answer 51

Political or religious

Question 52

What are four very basic types of sexual harassment grouped into?

Answer 52

Visual Verbal Physical Advances/favors requests

Question 53

What two things should a supervisor do immediately learning that there has been discrimination harassment or racism?

Answer 53

Take immediate action to stop it Report to BHR no later than 2 working days

Question 54

What is just as important as harassment, racism, and discrimination?

Answer 54

Retaliation

Question 55

What happens if the person making the complaint requests that it be kept confidential or doesn't want to file a complaint?

Answer 55

You're expected to contact HR personnel even if the person making the complaint requests that it be kept confidential

Question 56

Are you required to follow a supervisory chain of command in filing an HR complaint?

Answer 56

No. You may go directly to human resources

Question 57

How often are you trained on HR 2.02?

Answer 57

Upon hire and every 3 years thereafter

Question 58

How often does HR check in with the complaining employee after a complaint?

Answer 58

Once every 3 months for 1 year after receiving the complaint

Question 59

Does any instrument or device capable of inflicting injury to the person or property and carried with intent count as a deadly weapon?

Answer 59

Yes

Question 60

With social media, can the bureau discriminate based on content or viewpoint?

Answer 60

No

Question 61

Is a difference of opinion considered bullying?

Answer 61

No

Question 62

As a city employee, are you expected to report observed unlawful or improper actions by a city official?

Answer 62

Yes

Question 63

What two things are required to take place to make a meaningful cultural change?

Answer 63

Thoughtful and deliberative planning processes

Question 64

What is the norm setting actually for?

Answer 64

Helping employees to engage in difficult communication

Question 65

Why is accountability such a big issue?

Answer 65

There needs to be consistency and how people are held accountable and make the process transparent

Question 66

For recruiting what are two ways Portland fire can improve?

Answer 66

Track changes in demographics Identify goal Have plan w realistic budget

Question 67

For training, what areas will Portland fire benefit from investing in for interpersonal and personal development skills?

Answer 67

Communication Conflict resolution Team development Stress management