FIRE-04 WILDLAND OPERATIONS

Question 1

While under red flag alert, extreme fire danger exists; what will be used as a benchmark for creating callback (with approval of fire chief)?

Answer 1

Predicted wind speed from mesonet

Question 2

When will there be callback for a brush staffed with three”

Answer 2

When wind speeds predicted to reach or exceed 10 mph from 1000 to 1800

Question 3

At what point will callback ask for 6 personnel for 2 brush for fire danger?

Answer 3

When wind speed reach or exceed 20 mph

Question 4

When may personnel ride on exterior portion of brush truck while on public roads?

Answer 4

While actively fighting fire

When road is closed or controlled

Question 5

What words describe the speed while riding on exterior of brush?

Answer 5

Reasonable and prudent

Question 6

While driving a brush, traveling _____ is much more stable than _____.

Answer 6

straight up or down a hill; crossing a slope

Question 7

While driving a brush, _____ whenever leaving pavement.

Answer 7

transfer case to low range forward

Question 8

If vehicle is stuck, protect it and personnel from fire and then:

Answer 8

notify command.

Question 9

If fighting fire in the green during wildland operations, always have:

Answer 9

a safety zone and escape route.