Fire Service Instructor NFPA 1041 - Jones & Bartlett (Second Edition) Flashcards by Ariel Castromayor

1. According to the text, this is the key to bringing excitement to the training environment.
A) Innovation 
B) Motivation
C) Modernization
D) Experimentation

B) Motivation

Ans: B
Level: Instructor I/II/III
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2. This level of instructor typically works as an overall training program manager.
A) Instructor I
B) Instructor II 
C) Instructor III
D) Instructor I &amp; II

C) Instructor III

Ans: C
Level: Instructor I/II/III
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How do fire service instructors with mentorship abilities enhance the fire department’s survival and success?
A) By developing budgets
B) By evaluating and developing the talent pool
C) By writing extensive suggested operating guidelines
D) By analyzing response data

B) By evaluating and developing the talent pool

Ans: B
Level: Instructor I/II/III
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Of the following, which can be accomplished by fire service instructors?
A) Evaluate fire fighters
B) Suggest operational directives
C) Field-test new standard operating procedures D) All of the above

D) All of the above

Ans: D
Level: Instructor I/II/III
Objective: 4.5.5, 5.5.2, 5.5.3, 6.5.2, 6.5.3, 6.5.4, 6.5.5
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How are changes and advancements in firefighting tactics implemented?
A) Through revisions in training curriculum
B) Through increases in budget categories
C) Through updating of
D) Through publication in fire service trade journals

A) Through revisions in training curriculum

Ans: A
Level: Instructor I/II/III
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6. The fire service instructor walks a fine line between which two essential aspects of his or her fire department organization?
A) Operations and Training
B) Administration and Operations
C) Inspection and Prevention
D) Training and Safety

A) Operations and Training

Ans: A
Level: Instructor I/II/III
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7. What are the principles used to define behavior that is not specifically governed by rules or laws but rather in many cases by public perceptions of right or wrong?
A) Standards
B) Morals 
C) Ethics
D) Quotas

C) Ethics

Ans: C
Level: Instructor I/II/III
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Why is it important to document students who fail to meet training objectives?
A) To protect the integrity of the program
B) To provide grounds for termination
C) To evaluate the training curriculum
D) To provide feedback to the program coordinator

A) To protect the integrity of the program

Ans: A
Level: Instructor I/II/III
Objective: 4.2.3, 4.5.4, 5.2.5, 6.5.1, 6.5.2
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9. Good leaders are also good at identifying future \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.
A) Leaders
B) Equipment
C) Resources
D) Training dates

A) Leaders

Ans: A
Level: Instructor I/II/III
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10. \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ is the act of ensuring the continuity of the organization by preparing future leaders.
A) Long-term planning
B) Succession planning
C) Short-term planning
D) Pre-fire planning

B) Succession planning

Ans: B
Level: Instructor I/II/III
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11. A set of guidelines outlining behaviors, qualifications of positions, or specifications for equipment or processes is known as \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.
A) Standards
B) Directives
C) Policies
D) Procedures

A) Standards

Ans: A
Level: Instructor I/II/III
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1. Which NFPA standard specifies a checklist of safety activities to be followed when performing a controlled burn?
A) 1500
B) 1710
C) 1925 
D) 1403

D) 1403

Ans: D
Level: Instructor I/II/III
Objective: 5.4.3
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The first line of defense against lawsuits is what?
A) Remaining up to date with current trends
B) Reading current trade service periodicals
C) Attending college-level classes
D) Maintaining proper and thorough record keeping

D) Maintaining proper and thorough record keeping

Ans: D
Level: Instructor I/II/III
Objective: 4.2.3, 4.2.5, 5.2.5, 6.2.2, 6.2.3
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3. Materials prepared for a training evolution should set forth what?
A) The purpose of the training
B) The equipment to be used
C) The goals of the training 
D) All of the above

D) All of the above

Ans: D
Level: Instructor I/II/III
Objective: 4.2.2, 4.3.2, 5.3.2, 6.2.2, 6.2.3, 6.3.1, 6.3.3, 6.3.4, 6.3.5, 6.3.6
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When using facilities or equipment that you have not used before, it is important to get __________.
A) A hold harmless and indemnification agreement
B) A receipt proving ownership
C) Proper instruction from a qualified person
D) Current maintenance records

C) Proper instruction from a qualified person

Ans: C
Level: Instructor I/II/III
Objective: 4.4.6, 4.4.7, 5.2.2
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5. A vital function of the fire service instructor is to minimize \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.
A) Inconvenience
B) Class time
C) Training costs 
D) Risk

D) Risk

Ans: D
Level: Instructor I/II/III
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1. Which of the following play(s) a large role in the method of instruction that is used to deliver a training session?
A) Lesson plan content
B) Instructor's ability 
C) Both A and B
D) None of the above

C) Both A and B

Ans: C
Level: Instructor I/II
Objective: 4.4.3, 5.4.2
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Which of the following questions should you ask yourself when reviewing and planning for the delivery of a lesson plan?
A) What are the goals of the lesson?
B) How will you achieve those goals?
C) How will you know when those goals are achieved? D) All of the above

D) All of the above

Ans: D
Level: Instructor II
Objective: 5.3.2, 5.3.3
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1. A \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ describes a specific job task, lists the items necessary to complete the task, and defines measurable or observable outcomes and evaluation areas for the specific task.
A) Risk/benefit analysis 
B) Job performance requirement
C) Job/task analysis
D) Task performance prerequisite

B) Job performance requirement

Ans: B
Level: Instructor II
Objective: 5.3.2
Page: 144

1. \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ is defined as a combination of the classroom's physical and emotional elements.
A) Learning environment
B) Training grounds
C) Classroom
D) Administrative offices

A) Learning environment

Ans: A
Level: Instructor I/II
Objective: 4.4.2
Page: 174

2. Learning environments can include both \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ and \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ settings.
A) Rated, unrated
B) Daily, weekly
C) Career, volunteer 
D) Formal, informal

D) Formal, informal

Ans: D
Level: Instructor I/II
Objective: 4.4.2
Page: 163

3. Proper selection of the \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ will determine the success or failure of the class in meeting the learning objectives.
A) Overtime rate 
B) Learning environment
C) Textbooks
D) Class roster

B) Learning environment

Ans: B
Level: Instructor I/II
Objective: 4.4.2, 4.4.4
Page: 165

1. What training activity tops the list of high-risk training events?
A) Ladder deployment
B) Search and rescue 
C) Live fire attack
D) Technical rescue

C) Live fire attack

Ans: C
Level: Instructor I/II
Objective: 4.4.2, 5.4.3
Page: 208

2. Safety during training begins when?
A) After the drill is over
B) In the burn tower
C) On the drill grounds 
D) In the classroom

D) In the classroom

Ans: D
Level: Instructor I/II
Objective: 4.4.2, 5.4.3
Page: 210

3. One of the more common causes of injuries during training is _____________________. A) Faulty equipment B) Horseplay C) Failure to follow established safety practices D) Excessive pump pressures

C) Failure to follow established safety practices Ans: C Level: Instructor I/II Objective: 4.4.2, 5.4.3 Page: 211

``` 4. ______________ is the title given to the individual who is appointed by the authority having jurisdiction and is qualified to maintain a safe working environment at all training evolutions. A) Company Officer B) Incident Commander C) Officer in charge D) Safety Officer ```

D) Safety Officer Ans: D Level: Instructor II Objective: 4.4.2, 5.4.3 Page: 225

``` 5. ______________ is the title given to the individual who is qualified as an instructor and designated by the authority having jurisdiction to be in charge of the fire fighter training. A) Officer in charge B) Instructor in charge C) Incident Commander D) Safety Officer ```

B) Instructor in charge Ans: B Level: Instructor II Page: 225

``` 6. The primary goal of virtually all training in the fire service must be to create (a) _______________________________. A) Well-balanced schedule B) Safety-conscious student C) Good employee-customer relationship D) Effective product testing grounds ```

B) Safety-conscious student Ans: B Level: Instructor I/II Page: 215

``` 7. The proper student-to-instructor ratio when conducting training involving live fire is recommended to be ____________________. A) 1:1 B) 3:1 C) 5:1 D) 7:1 ```

C) 5:1 Ans: C Level: Instructor I/II Page: 218

``` 1. Performance tests should be reviewed by SMEs to ensure their technical accuracy. “SME” stands for _____________________________________. A) Subject Matter Expert B) Standard Matter Evaluator C) Subject Mastery Expert D) Standard Material Evaluator ```

A) Subject Matter Expert Ans: A Level: Instructor I/II Objective: 4.5.2, 4.5.3, 4.5.4, 5.5.2 Page: 231

``` 2. What is the characteristic of a test that measures what it is intended to measure on a consistent basis? A) Competency B) Responsibility C) Validity D) Reliability ```

D) Reliability Ans: D Level: Instructor II Objective: 4.5.2, 4.5.3, 4.5.4, 5.5.2 Page: 238

3. The most significant advantage of using valid and reliable computer-based test banks with large numbers of questions is what? A) The amount of time saved in test development B) The money saved by purchasing test bank questions C) The statistics available from post-test analysis D) The reduction in chances for test compromise

D) The reduction in chances for test compromise Ans: D Level: Instructor II Objective: 4.5.2, 4.5.3, 4.5.4, 5.5.2 Page: 249

1. If the fire service coursework addresses practical evolutions, the fire service instructor should wear ______________________________. A) A lesser level of protection as that required of the students B) The same level of protection as that required of the students C) A greater level of protection as that required of the students D) None of the above

B) The same level of protection as that required of the students Ans: B Level: Instructor II Objective: 4.4.2 Page: 261

``` 2. During practical or drill-ground evaluations, the major focus of the evaluation is the ____________________________________. A) Attainment of personal goals B) Completion of learning objectives C) Accomplishment of timing features D) Safety of the students ```

D) Safety of the students Ans: D Level: Instructor II Objective: 4.4.2, 5.4.3 Page: 265

``` 3. Course evaluations typically include which of the following sections for the student to evaluate? A) Fire service instructor B) Classroom setting C) Instructional materials D) All of the above ```

D) All of the above Ans: D Level: Instructor II Page: 274

1. The primary function of the Fire Instructor II position is to __________________________. A) Budget sufficient funds to buy new equipment B) Develop new curriculum C) Purchase new apparatus maintenance manuals D) Manage the training program so that it is delivered effectively

D) Manage the training program so that it is delivered effectively Ans: D Level: Instructor I/II Objective: 5.2.2 Page: 282

``` 2. The most common delivery method of training in the fire service is _______________. A) On the job B) Computer based C) In-service drills D) College classes ```

C) In-service drills Ans: C Level: Instructor I/II Objective: 4.3.2, 4.4.3, 4.4.4, 4.4.5, 5.4.2 Page: 282

``` 3. The best training schedules, calendars, and _________________________ are tested daily when the alarm sounds, and departments respond to calls for service. A) Organizational skills B) Fire apparatus C) Power tools D) Emergency operations plan ```

A) Organizational skills Ans: A Level: Instructor II Page: 281

``` 1. A typical method of conducting a training needs assessment is through ____________. A) Curriculum development B) Job observation C) Instructor evaluation D) None of the above ```

B) Job observation Ans: B Level: Instructor III Objective: 6.3.2, 6.3.3, 6.3.5, 6.3.6, 6.3.7 Page: 301

``` 2. Training needs assessments are designed to identify gaps or deficiencies in ________________. A) Curriculum development B) Skills and knowledge C) Instructor performance D) Student attendance ```

B) Skills and knowledge Ans: B Level: Instructor III Objective: 6.3.2, 6.3.3, 6.3.5, 6.3.6, 6.3.7 Page: 301

3. The most common method of determining training needs is the ________________ method. A) Job observation B) Compliance and regulation C) Skill/knowledge development and improvement D) None of the above

A) Job observation Ans: A Level: Instructor III Objective: 6.3.2, 6.3.3, 6.3.5, 6.3.6, 6.3.7 Page: 301

``` 4. Objectives that are achieved through the attainment of a skill, knowledge, or both and that can be measured or observed are known as ___________________________ objectives. A) Curriculum B) Enabling C) Lesson D) Behavioral ```

D) Behavioral Ans: D Level: Instructor III Page: 319

``` 5. When developing ______________________ objectives, it must be ensured that all safety issues and concerns are addressed for both the student and the instructor. A) Learning B) Behavioral C) Terminal D) Practical skill ```

D) Practical skill Ans: D Level: Instructor III Page: 312

``` 1. A major use of ______________________ is to assure regulatory compliance. A) Attendance records B) Lesson plans C) Training records D) Training plans ```

C) Training records Ans: C Level: Instructor III Objective: 6.2.2, 6.2.3 Page: 359

2. The most common training record report is one used to: A) Document purchases of training resources B) Categorize suggested operating guidelines C) Establish a training calendar D) Document the ongoing training of members

D) Document the ongoing training of members Ans: D Level: Instructor III Objective: 6.2.2, 6.2.3 Page: 359