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1
Q

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

A

Location and Welfare

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2
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Structural collapse has had what effect on firefighters?

A

One of the leading causes of injury and death

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3
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How is heavy Timber defined?

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8” X 8” or larger wood

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4
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A RIT activation will require how many extra personnel?

A

A second alarm

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5
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Who is automatically paged on all HM7 consults?

A

HC458

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6
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How many of those who demonstrate symptoms related to traumatic events can resolve those alone?

A

Approximately 1/2

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7
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What time can you call Cascade centers?

A

24 hours a day

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8
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Anytime that emergency response crews are subjected to a traumatic event, what checkbox should be clicked?

A

Traumatic event checkbox, located in RESPONDER tab

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9
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What kind of SCBA do we use?

A

Scott X3 Pro

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10
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In situations with low visibility what position do you move the member with the low air alarm to?

A

Second position from front

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11
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What else will also be worn anytime the bulletproof vest is donned?

A

Fire helmet and medical glasses

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12
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What does a bpv typically consist of?

A

Plate carrier
ballistic plates
fabric

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13
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What vests do the other group’s wear?

A

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

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14
Q

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

A

Extending an aggressive offensive interior attack

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15
Q

Fire reports are subject to review by what 4 groups?

A

Insurance companies
Private fire investigator
Police
DA office

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16
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If you don’t know the location of the fire during ventilation, do not do what?

A

Do not break windows

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17
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When taking the glass during horizontal ventilation, what window should you break?

A

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

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18
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The wind of just how many miles per hour of long into an opening can create a wind driven fire scenario?

A

10 mph

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19
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If you have blowers of two different sizes where does the little one go?

A

Behind the big one

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20
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Removing the screens increases the ventilation efficiency by how much?

A

50%

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21
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What is the preferred search method in a single-family dwelling / Garden Style apartment?

A

Left or right hand search is preferred

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22
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When an engine and a Truck arrived together, engine officers should do what?

A

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

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23
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What’s the difference between Portland thread or NFPA thread?

A

Portland thread usually have black steamer Port cap

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24
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How can you tell if a home has a excess gas flow device?

A

Metal washer on Riser has diamond shaped hole stamped in it

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25
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Is EOPS allowed to flag an address to not respond on a fire alarm?

A

No, only FMO inspectors

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26
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A Bendix King VHF portable radio is assigned to which rigs?

A

Each first line apparatus and response Chief vehicle

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27
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What kind of radios are used in the bridge system?

A

Apx 7000 Portables

C2 and C103

28
Q

What is a phonetic designator?

A

Alpha, Bravo

29
Q

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

A

Contact fire liaison first for authorization

30
Q

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

A

Position outside the station

31
Q

Where can you find a pool of spare portable radios?

A

Each battalion chief station and Fire Marshal’s Office

32
Q

When do you use “cease operations– all quiet”?

A

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

33
Q

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

A

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

34
Q

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

A

If a PF&R chief officer is necessary

35
Q

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

A

Collison report in personnel system

Work supply request app repair

Memo to logistics chief with explanation

36
Q

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

A

Highways divided by unpaved median strip or barrier

37
Q

How long do you use your turn signal for?

A

100 ft continuously

38
Q

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

A

Yfs Intervention Program

39
Q

What are two examples of a not reportable fire?

A

Broiling steak. Burning leaves

40
Q

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

A

Portland fire still does

41
Q

What is the company detail policy?

A

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

42
Q

What is considered a long-term detail?

A

Two or more consecutive shifts into a detail house

43
Q

Are trade times considered exempt from details?

A

Yes

44
Q

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

A

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

45
Q

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

A

High morale
Teamwork

46
Q

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

A

No

47
Q

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

A

Officers
managers and supervisors

48
Q

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

A

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

49
Q

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?

A

By next working day

Or be subject to disciplinary action up to including discharge!

50
Q

Can you use boisterous language at a fire?

A

No

51
Q

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

A

Political or religious

52
Q

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

A

Visual
Verbal
Physical
Advances/favors requests

53
Q

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

A

Take immediate action to stop it

Report to BHR no later than 2 working days

54
Q

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

A

Retaliation

55
Q

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

A

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

56
Q

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

A

No. You may go directly to human resources

57
Q

How often are you trained on HR 2.02?

A

Upon hire and every 3 years thereafter

58
Q

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

A

Once every 3 months for 1 year after receiving the complaint

59
Q

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

A

Yes

60
Q

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

A

No

61
Q

Is a difference of opinion considered bullying?

A

No

62
Q

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

A

Yes

63
Q

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

A

Thoughtful and deliberative planning processes

64
Q

What is the norm setting actually for?

A

Helping employees to engage in difficult communication

65
Q

Why is accountability such a big issue?

A

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

66
Q

For recruiting what are two ways Portland fire can improve?

A

Track changes in demographics
Identify goal
Have plan w realistic budget

67
Q

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

A

Communication
Conflict resolution
Team development
Stress management

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