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Workplace hazards can lead to exposures that are either considered to be ___ (sudden onset) or ___ (slow onset)

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Acute

Chronic

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The supplier, the employer, and the worker each have a responsibility to reduce incidents of workplace exposure to and accidents involving hazardous materials and controlled products. Identify, by associated letter, the persons responsible for the following actions.
A. Supplier
B. Employer
C. Worker
__ Ensure all containers of controlled products are labeled
__ Ensure MSDS are updated and available to all employees on site
__ Develop safe storage and handling procedures for employees
__ Ensure MSDS date is current (must be done every 3 years)
__ Ensure labels are applied to containers of controlled products
__ Ensure they learn to use WHMIS
__Ensure they replace damaged labels
__ Ensure labels are revised as new information becomes available

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B
B
B
A
A
C
B
A
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Mission statement of the EFRS

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We are committed to protecting life, property, and the environment

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The four organizational principles that are necessary in order for a firefighter to operate effectively as a team member are:

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1) discipline
2) span of control
3) unity of command
4) division of labor

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Station #__, in district #__ is responsible for the operation and regular maintenance of the jet boats. The Salvage Truck is housed at station #__, and the Service Truck is at station #__. The mobile command vehicle is at station #__. The technical rescue team responds to emergencies from station #__ in district #__, and the hazmat units located at station #__ in district #__.

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6
2
27
22
29, was 19
3
3
10
5
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A major crew is defined as:

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An officer and two or more firefighters

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The two main water entry suits available for EFRS personnel are the ___ dry suit and the ___ dry suit; both fo these suits require the addition of a ___ (item of PPE), when it is ustilized.

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Mustang Sentinel
Kokatak GFER
personal flotation device (PFD)

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SOP’s are considered to be the ___ of the ___. They use words such as ___ and ___, and if not followed can result in ___ for a member

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laws
department
must
will
possible legal implications
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As per SOG 2C-2.60 Absence Reporting for Fire Rescue Operations, Firefighters are responsible for:
Change status through the EFRS absence reporting telephone number, speaking directly to a(an) ___ or, in their absence, give the ___ ___ a telephone number for follow up.
Book off shift ___ hours prior to shift commencement, if possible and notify of return to shift a minimum of ___ hours prior to shift commencement. An absence report form is required on the ___ shift off sick.

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District Chief
Operations Clerk
2
2
5th
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The Chief of the EFRS is supported by five Deputy Chiefs. Provide their names and list three responsibilities within their portfolios, as identified in the Precis?
Deputy Chief of Training and Logistics:
Deputy Chief of Operations:
Deputy Chief of Public Safety:
Deputy Chief of Technical Services:
Deputy Chief of Planning and EOC:
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Bradley Hoekstra
Training and E-learning
Fire Rescue Facility
Fire Rescue Fleet and apparatus equipment
Health and wellness
Logistical planning
Robert "Scott" Macdonald
Fire suppression event response
Medical event response
Hazmat event response
Technical rescue event response
Regional Mutual aid event response
Specialty operations
Russell Croome
Quality Management Plan
Fire prevention and public education
Fire inspection
Fire investigation
EFRS/EPS partnered arson investigation
Fire protection technology
Brian Singleton
Dispatch, Communication, and call evaluation
Data and analytics
Public safety technology
Mapping services
Environmental services
Fire accreditation
Rob Squire
Emergency operations center
Emergency management training and public awareness
Emergency management planning
Emergency support response team
Corporate business continuity planning
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As per EFRS “request for a change of shifts” (trade sheets) form, no individual shall work beyond the allowable ___ hours. It must also be understood that should there be an issue with fulfilling the shift of a signed (and approved) shift trade request form, the responsibility of securing a replacement falls upon the ___.

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24 hours

tradee

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What are the four benchmarks fire command must achieve and document on the fire ground

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1) primary search complete
2) fire under control
3) secondary search complete
4) fire out

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What are the two radio procedures that can be utilized for signaling a firefighting emergency or for discretely requesting EPS at the scene of an unsettled dangerous event?
Firefighting emergency ___
Requesting EPS ___

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Mayday Mayday Mayday

Code 100

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The pass system will go into alarm after ___ seconds of inactivity and further enter full alarm after an additional ___ seconds

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20

10

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Use the phonetic alphabet to complete the following

H - I - J - N - Q - U - W - Y

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Hotel
India
Juliett
November
Quebec
Uniform
Whisky
Yankee
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SCBA harness question number placeholder

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An SCBA cylinder considered full when it is filled to ___ PSI but requires refilling when it is reduced to ___ PSI or lower. The SCBA harness with cylinder may require further maintenance if it is noted that there is a ___ PSI to ___ PSI difference in the pressure noted between the cylinder and chest mounted gauge. The high pressure reducer decreases the cylinder pressure to a more manageable ___ PSI, which is then further reduced to approximately ___ PSI by the facepiece regulator.

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4500
3600
300
400
85-110
.8-1.5
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___ is a reaction that emulsifies the oil to form a type of soap that floats on the surface of the oil and prevents re-ignition of the oil vapors.

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saponification

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What are the six types of ladders carried on the EFRS units

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1) Folding, collapsible, attic ladder
2) Roof ladder
3) Extension ladder
4) Combination ladder
5) Mechanical ladder
6) Ground/wall or single ladder

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A ___ label is affixed below the ___ rung from the tip of each section, and another immediately below the ___ rung of that section. The sensor should turn a ___ color at ___ Celsius, plus or minus ___ degrees.

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heat
2nd
center
darker
149
5
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The two types of ropes for two distinct uses in EFRS are ___ and ___

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Utility

Life safety

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In order to confirm that you have PAR you must be able to ___, ___, and ___ to every member of your crew

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see
touch
speak

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Parts of a ladder placeholder

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The firefighters hasty sling is made of ___, it is woven in a ___ fashion. It is ___ mm wide, ___ meters long, with a minimum breaking strength of ___ kN and is ___ in color.

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nylon
tubular
25
6
17.5
orange
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___ is the ratio of the mass of a given volume of liquid compared with the mass of an equal volume of water
Specific gravity
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4 Different ladder placements
1) Fire stream/hose advancement 2) Ventilation 3) Entry/egress/rescue 4) roof access (rescue from a small window/unconscious is different then regular rescue)
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List the three parts of a rope, the three parts of a tie, and the three types of ties.
Part of a Rope working end standing part running end Parts of tie bight loop round turn types of tie knot bend hitch
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___ refers to the ratio of the mass of a given volume of gas compared with the mass of an equal volume of air. With air being 1.
Vapor density
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___ is the total available pressure not used to overcome friction or gravity when water is flowing through system.
residual pressure
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Identify by assigned letter the definition of the tie that you were taught to use to hoist, secure, or accomplish the following A - knot B - bend C - hitch __ Initial tying off of a halyard __ Hoisting a chainsaw/cut-off saw __ Using hasty sling to belay a patient down a 10.6M ladder __ Hoisting a pike pole working end up first __ Hoisting a mattress bag __ Using webbing to create a W3P2 anchor connection
``` C A/C B/C C C B/C ```
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___ is the forward velocity pressure at any discharge opening
Flow pressure
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___ pressure is the pressure within a water distribution system during normal consumption demands
Normal operating pressure
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___ pressure is the pressure of the water when it is not moving
Static pressure
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___ is the minimum temperature at which a liquid gives off sufficient vapor to form an ignitable mixture with the air near the surface of the liquid. At this temperature, the ignitable mixture will flash only briefly, continuous burning is not supported.
Flash point
35
During Chief Blocks address to the recruit class, he discussed his four core values for the department. List them.
1) Service 2) Safety 3) Relationships 4) Teamwork
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For firefighter survival, if you were disoriented in a structure and you came upon this hose line, which way would be leading you to the outside? Female - Male
Safety to male side
37
The fire triangle explains the conditions associated with fire behavior during the ___ and the ___ stages of fire.
Incipient | Decay
38
``` List the diameter and length of hose carried by the EFRS Pump, tanker, ATP, Aerial, and ladder trucks that a firefighter may be required to use throughout the course of their duties at various types of fires. Econoflo Spec 187 (non-weeping) Staflo High combat hand/attack line High combat large hand/attack line Supply line Hard suction ```
``` 15mm - 15m 38mm - 7.5/15m 38mm - 30m 44mm - 15m 65mm - 3/15m 125mm - 7.5/15m 150mm - 3/4/5m ```
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Liquid and solid fuels must undergo a change of state for them to combust. What are these changes of state process called? Solids - ___ Liquids - ___
pyrolysis | vaporization
40
In the workplace, harassment is considered disrespectful behavior. Harassment can take two forms, ___ and ___
harassment | discrimination
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What are the three mechanical sources of heat
1) Friction 2) Friction sparks 3) adiabatic compression
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___ is common byproduct of the combustion process and often is the precursor to a ___. It has an ignition temperature of ___ degrees celsius, and has a large flammable range from ___ to ___ percent
``` Carbon monoxide flashover 610 12.5 74 ```
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walls that laterally support the weight of the building along their length including their own weight are referred to as a ___ ___ wall
load bearing
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A wall covered in non-combustible materials that sits on the property line between two building and is shared by both is called a ___
Party wall
45
Define flashover as found in the EFRS precis
The very rapid transition from local burning of contents within a compartment to the widespread burning of all exposed contents within that compartment.
46
Factors that affect woods reaction to heat and fire include; (5)
1) Orientation (size and form) 2) rate of preheating 3) moisture content 4) ignition source 5) density
47
___ are forces that work against a structures ability to remain standing
structural load
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An interior, non weight supporting, non-combustible covered wall that extends from the floor to the underside of the net ceiling/floor assembly - not to the roof is referred to as a ___ wall
Fire partition
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The ___ wall is the portion of a fire or party wall that extends above the roof from the building to prevent fire spread across the roofs surface. The standard height is ___.
Parapet wall | 18 inches or 457mm
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A collapse zone (when applicable and practical) should be identified as ___ times the height of the suspect building.
1.5
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Structural collapse can result in 5 different outcomes. In addition to cantilever and A-fram collapse, what are the remaining three types of structural collapse?
1) Pancake 2) Vee shape 3) Lean-to
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In a high rise, heated smoke will rise until their temperature and pressure equal ambient air. When the equalization occurs the smoke will cease to arise. This is called ___
Thermal Layering / Stratification
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___ is a term given to high volume, high velocity, and extremely dense, black smoke. It is an indicator of an impending ___.
Black fire | Flashover
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Secondary search should be undertaken once the __ is __ and __ search is ___.
Fire under control primary complete
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According to the EFRS recruit precis, what is the definition of ventilation?
Ventilation, as applied to firefighting, is the planned and systematic, release and removal of heated air, smoke, and toxic gases from a confined area and the controlled replacement of these products of combustion with a supply of cooler, fresh air.
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As per the EFRS precis, define convection
Is the transfer of thermal energy by the circulation or movement of a fluid (liquid or gas)
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Hydraulic ventilation can be very effective but it has limitations. Identify considerations needed when attempting to hydraulically ventilate (5)
1) the size of the room 2) exterior exposure proximity 3) size of the exit opening 4) fire control 5) wind direction 6) hose line availability
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What four factors are considered to be pertinent information one needs to gather and assess when reading smoke
volume velocity density color
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When should the tools in the EFRS be cleans and inspected
after each use | periodically
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Draw in the space provided, the markings that would be visible on a door to a room that currently had a secondary search underway
P above X S above / (hard to draw here)
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What are the four main factors during forcible entry size-up that will determine the type and location of forcible entry
1) Type of construction 2) accessibility 3) tools available 4) time
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Forcible entry tools can be divided into four groups, based on the manner in which they are used for forcibly entry. What are the four groups? what are the 5 different methods with which these tools can be powered?
1) pushing and pulling 2) Prying and spreading 3) Striking and battering 4) cutting 1) electrically 2) hydraulically 3) pneumatically 4) by hand / manual 5) gasoline
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one key piece of PPE that isnt typically used when operating a chainsaw, but must be worn if you are wearing your wildland overalls, is ___
chainsaw chaps
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___ damage occurs as a result of firefighting efforts such as forcible entry, applying water, ventilation, search and rescue, and searching for hidden fires
secondary
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When working in a fall arrest situation, what is the only acceptable means of hold the workers body?
full body harness system
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``` Identify, by assigned letter, the relationship to the statement listed: A - advantage of PPV B - disadvantage of PPV C - advantage of NPV D - disadvantage of NPV E - Hydraulic ventilation ``` __ requires that the fire is under control __ equipment gets exposed to the contaminants __&__ ventilation operation may impede progress of other sector __ Effective in all types of occupancies __&__ depends on a power source (water, electricity, fuel) __ equipment cleaning and maintenance is reduced __ not effective in high ceiling structures __ can be very effective inside access compartments
``` E D D and E A B and D A D A? ```
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The Stihl 460 has a two stroke motor that requires a fuel to oil ratio of __ to __. We have since moved to using a new fuel for the saw. What is the name of this fuel? ___
50 2 Aspen 2
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Define combustion as described in the EFRS precis.
The chemical process of oxidation that occurs at a rate fast enough to produce heat and usually light in the form of either a glow or a flame.
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What angle of elevation of a water stream will provide the greatest horizontal reach and vertical reach Horizontal ___ Vertical __
30-34 | 75
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``` Identify, by assigned letter, the task (salvage) that may be undertaken when utilizing the following items. A - property conservation B - mop up or clean up C - odor suppressor D - door, window, or roof repair E - water floor reduction __ lath __ squeegees __ recessed sprinkler wedge __ stable brooms __ wooden dowels __ mattress bag __ aerofogger __ pike poles __ poly __ 3" cedar bungs ```
``` D B E B E A C A D E ```
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``` Identify the evacuation priority for a high rise structure from 1-5. __ roof/top floor __ fire floor __ remaining floors from the roof down __ floor below the fire floor __ floor above the fire floor ```
``` 4 1 5 3 2 ```
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``` When examining a rescue site for potential anchors, and then deciding what anchor system to construct, a rigger should use the following pneumonic, IDEAS. What does it stand for? I __ D __ E __ A __ S __ ```
``` integrity direction of force equalization and no extension angles system of anchors ```
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Understand how a thermal imaging camera operates is pivotal for firefighter safety. Knowing that a hotter object will appear ___ within the screen may mean the difference between life and death.
lighter
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When using a TIC inside a structure during fire conditions, the operator must follow the following scanning priorities: Scan the ceiling looking for ___ Scan the halfway height of all walls looking for ___ Scan the floor looking for ___ Scan behind as you progress to ensure ___
temperature variation and elevation exits and openings hazards and victims nothing is missed
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Wildland terminology 1 - The ___ are the left and right sides of the fire when facing the front from the back 2 - The ___ is sometimes called the heel 3 - The ___ is the fastest spreading, leading edge of the fire 4 - The ___ are areas that are unburned but located within the fire area 5 - The ___ is the unburned area surrounding the fire 6 - An ___ ___ is a safe place to start fighting the fire from. They can be identified either ___ by street address, or by ___ 7 - The ___ is the area of land that has been consumed by the fire 8 - ___ are person(s) from the crew assigned to observe the fire 9 - ___ are long narrow strips of rapidly burning light fuel
``` flanks rear head islands green anchor point geographically landmark black look out fingers ```
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``` Identify, by assigned letter, the types of fuel described A - Crown B - Ground C - Surface __ old duff / litter layers __ decomposed matter __ field crops __ fallen debris, logs __ fuels up to .75 meter is height __ forest canopy __ brush __ snags ```
``` B B C C C A C A ```
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A mixed hazardous material load will have a ___ placard affixed in addition to other placarding
red with white boarder with the word dangerous across the middle
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Identify by Y (yes) or N (no) or M (maybe) if fire investigators are required: __ injury resulting from a fire __ property damage due to fire __ death due to fire __ sprinkler malfunction and activation with water damage __ numerous/suspicious garbage fires in a short period of time __ smoke damage as a result of a closed fireplace damper __ when crews gained access into a building with forcible entry with no fire damage __ brush of grass fire __ furnace motor fire __ commercial garbage bin fires
``` Y Y Y N Y N N N M M ``` I feel like brush or grass should be maybe as well
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List 5 of the 8 specific purposes of overhaul
``` 1 - located and extinguish hidden and remaining fires 2 - prevent secondary fire (rekindle) 3 - prevent unnecessary damage 4 - help to find the cause of the fire 5 - preserve evidence 6 - prevent recurrence 7 - make the structure safe 8 - provide for good public relations ```
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What are three common orientations for sprinkler heads?
1 - upright 2- sidewall 3 - pendant
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According to the EFRS precis, what is the definition of Hazardous Materials.
Any material or substance, which even in normal use, poses a risk to health, safety, property or the environment.
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``` In what colored section of the ERG would you find the following information alphabetical listing of material __ material listed by UN# __ isolation and protective zone __ general information/user guide __ action guide __ ```
``` blue yellow green white orange ```
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In vehicle extrication, what does the 5/10/20 rule retain to? Explain?
The 5-10-20 rule is the safe distance in inches to stay away from the Air bags 5" from side impact 10" from steering wheel 20" from passenger front air bag
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List the classes of Hazmat and indicate how many divisions there is for each class
every good fire fighter only takes real cash money (6,3,0,3,2,2,0,0,0) ``` explosive - 6 gases - 3 flammable liquids - 0 flammable solids - 3 oxidizers and organic peroxides - 2 toxic and infections material - 2 radioactive materials - 0 corrosives - 0 Misc dangerous goods - 0 ```
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What are the SPECIAL HAZARDS illustrated in the diagram below ``` (all have diamond shaped sign with symbol in the bottom quadrant) 1 - radioactive symbol 2 - W with a line through it 3 - OX 4 - COR ```
1 - radioactive 2 - water reactive 3 - oxidizer 4 - corrosive
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With regards to SOG 2C 7.46, gas leaks in an enclosed structure, fire rescue apparatus will not stage closer than ___ from the structure.
100m
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What are the two types of glass that are usually involved in construction of a motor vehicle
1 - safety (laminated) glass | 2 - tempered glass
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Safety at a motor vehicle accident can be divided into three categories in order of priority. List them in proper order
1 - rescuer safety 2 - scene safety 3 - patient safety
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What radio channel do all sectors except RIC switch to should a MAYDAY be called?
Working 13 with old talk groups | mayday channel with new talk groups
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List five reasons why a firefighter would call a MAYDAY according to SOP 2C-8.09
1 - If you feel you’re in a compromised position 2 - If you find a downed firefighter or a member of your crew goes down. 3 - If you or your crew are caught in flashover, backdraft, or explosion 4 - You become tangled or pinned and self rescue has not worked in 60 seconds. 5 - If you or a member of your crew has fallen through a floor or roof. 6 - Your primary exit is blocked and you are unable to reach secondary exit in 60 seconds. 7 - Your or a member of your crews, low air alarm activation and you are unable to reach an exit or window in 30 seconds. 8 - You have become lost or separated from your crew and you are unable to find exit. 9 - Disoriented and unable to find exit in 60 seconds 10 - Entrapment with low air alarm activating
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Definition: Water Hammer
The term used to describe the destructive forces, evident in pounding noises and vibrations, which develop in a piping system when a column of non-compressible liquid flowing through a pipe line at a given pressure and velocity is stopped abruptly.
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Definition: Forcible Entry
The act of gaining access to a structure through means other than an open window or door using applied techniques and available tools which aid in reducing unnecessary damage to the occupancy or compromising structural integrity.
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Definition: Salvage
Consists of those methods and operating procedures allied to firefighting which aid in reducing forcible entry, fire, water, and smoke damage during and after fires.
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Definition: Overhaul
The search for and extinguishment of hidden or remaining fires; placing the building, its contents and the fire area in a safe condition; possibly determining the origin/cause of the fire and recognizing and preserving and evidence of arson.
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ICS Primary Objective
The primary objective of the ICS is the management of assigned resources for the effective and efficient control of any emergency situation regardless of the size or complexity
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Special Fire Hazards (8)
1) Painting 2) Welding 3) Chemicals 4) Acids 5) Flammable Liquids 6) Explosives 7) Gas 8) Dust
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Target Fire Hazards (8)
1) Lumber yards 2) Public assembly buildings 3) Area shopping centers 4) Row housing 5) Flammable liquid bulk storage 6) Fur Storage 7) Hospitals 8) Schools
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What Should You Do If You Find Yourself In A Clandestine Lab? (7 things)
1) Don't touch anything 2) Don't handle anything 3) Don't move anything 4) Don't disconnect anything 5) Don't operate anything 6) Retreat along the same entrance path 7) Don't break/upset any vessel that contains chemicals
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Six Steps to Manage a Hazmat Incident (H.A.Z.M.A.T.)
``` H - Hazard identification A - Action plan Z - Zoning M - Manage the scene A - Assistance T - Termination ```
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Roles of the Big Gate (10)
1) Safely dismount the apparatus wearing all PPE carrying a radio 2) Remove the hydrant gate from the rear of the apparatus 3) Wrap 125mm hose around the hydrant 4) Stand on the hose and signal small gate when ready 5) When apparatus is stopped, or when safe to do so, remove steamer cap from hydrant 6) Inspect the barrel of the hydrant and connect gate 7) Ensure that the drain valve on the hydrant gate is in the open position 8) Radio or signal driver or sector officer that you are ready to turn on the hydrant 9) Open hydrant when ordered by driver or sector officer, close drain valve 10) Gather tools, remove kinks in the hose and report to your officer for reassignment
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Roles of the Small Gate (11)
1) Safely dismount the apparatus wearing all PPE carrying a radio 2) If riding on a new smeal pumper ensure the coffin doors are electronically open 3) Retrieve hydrate kit from the driver rear compartment of apparatus 4) Place hydrant kit near the hydrant in a practical location for the big gate 5) Help big gate with the supply line and wait for ready signal 6) Return to your position on the apparatus and relay the ready signal to the driver and officer 7) At the scene, safely dismount the unit and un-couple the supply line at the nearest joint 8) Attach the supply line to the appropriate apparatus at the scene. *Utilize the pony length when it is advantages to do so 9) If located at the intake connection, open the intake drain valve 10) Communicate to the driver of the apparatus that the line is ready 11) Report to your officer for reassignment
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Variables of a Flashover (5)
1) Compartment size 2) Insulation qualities 3) Ceiling height 4) Ventilation 5) Combustible contents
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P.A.C.C.A.N
P - Pass alarm - shut of alarm A - Assess for breathing - look, listen, feel for breathing. Check for "blow by". If no "blow by" turn on bypass valve to check for air flow. Check SCBA air level on bottle. C - Communicate - Inform command: a downed or disoriented firefighter found. If necessary, call a MAYDAY C - Conditions - Where are you located. What conditions are you dealing with (injuries, collapse, multiple victims, etc) A - Actions - What is your plan of action N - Needs - Additional RIC, additional or specific tools, hose lines, etc
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5 Examples of SOP's
1) Dress 2) Conduct 3) Station duties 4) Training procedures 5) Fire response
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Ten Command Functions
* ARIIDPCRRT* 1) Assume an effective command position and confirm operations 2) Rapidly size-up the situation 3) Initiate, maintain, and control the communication process 4) Identify the overall strategy and develop an attack plan and assign crews 5) Develop an effective fire ground organization 6) Provide continuing command within the framework of department SOP's 7) Coordinate the transfer of command as required 8) Review, evaluate, and revise attack plan as required 9) Request and assign additional crews as required 10) Terminate operations/command and return crews to service
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Webbing Length, Color, Breaking Strength and Type
``` Green - 1.5m Yellow - 3.5m Blue - 4.5m Red - 6.0m Orange - 6.0m 17.5kN breaking strength 25mm tubular webbing ```
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EFRS Vision
To make Edmonton a safer, more liveable city by providing the best fire rescue services in North America
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Generating and Applying Foam (3)
1) Proportioning 2) Foam generation 3) Distribution
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4 Methods of Foam Proportioning
1) Eduction 2) Injection 3) Batch-mixing 4) Premixing
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Water Capacity on EFRS Units (6)
``` Pumps - 1817L Ladders - 1134L Tankers - 4500L Super Tankers - 13500L ATP - 1442L Mule trailer - 250L ```
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Extrication Equipment Types (5)
1) Striking tools 2) Prying tools 3) Cutting tools 4) Pushing/pulling tools 5) Supporting tools
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Container Release Types (7)
1) Cloud 2) Hemispheric 3) Cone 4) Plume 5) Stream 6) Pool 7) Irregular
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Contents of the Red High Rise Kit (12)
``` 1 - 15m length of 44mm hose 1 - 3m length of 65mm hose with pre-connected gated wye 1 - Rope drop bag 10 - Rubber door stops 3 - door wedges 2 - sprinkler wedges 2 - sprinkler dowels 1 - hose key 1 - pipe wrench 1 - uni-driver 1 - recessed sprinkler wedge 1 - door markers ```
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L.A.C.E.S.
``` L - Look out A - Anchor points C - Communication E - Escape routes S - Safety zones ```
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Factors that Affect Fire Development (7)
1) Fuel type 2) Availability and location of additional fuels 3) Compartment volume and ceiling height 4) Ventilation/oxygen supply 5) Thermal properties of the compartment 6) Ambient conditions 7) Fuel load
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What is the Class, Rating, Discharge Time, and Discharge Distance of the Extinguishers Used by EFRS?
``` Back-pack pump, class A, 4A rating, 60-180 second discharge time, 3-9m discharge distance Dry chemical, class ABC, 20A60BC rating, 10-25 second discharge time, 2-4.5m discharge distance CO2, class BC, 10BC rating, 10-30 second discharge time, 1-2.5m discharge distance Metal X, class D, no rating, 10-25 second discharge time, 2-4.5m discharge distance ```
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Types of Ladders (5)
1) Roof (4.3m and 5m) 2) Folding/collapsible/attic (3m attic) 3) Combination 4) Extension (7.3m and 10.6m) 5) Mechanical (ladder truck, 30m)
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Ladders on a Pump/Tanker (3)
1) 3m attic ladder 2) 4.3m roof ladder 3) 7.3m extension ladder
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Ladders on a Ladder Truck (6)
1) 3m attic ladder 2) 4.3m fresno ladder 3) 4.3 roof ladder 4) 5m roof ladder 5) 7.3m extension ladder 6) 10.6m extension ladder (also has the 30m mechanical ladder)
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Types of Electrical Energy (4)
1) Resistance heating 2) Overcurrent or overload 3) Arcing 4) Sparking
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Types of Mechanical Energy (3)
1) Friction 2) Friction sparks 3) Adiabatic compression - the generation of heat when a gas is compressed
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R.E.V.A.S.
``` R - rescue E - evacuation/exposures V - ventilation A - attack the fire S - Salvage operations ```
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Rope Breaking Strength
``` 6mm wide - 9.7kN 8mm wide - 14.0kN 9mm wide - 16.0kN 11.1mm wide - 27.0 kN 13mm wide - 46.0kN ```
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4 Functions of a Sprinkler System
1) Detect a fires presence 2) Alarm or transmit a signal to agencies indicating an alarm is activated 3) Control the growth of the fire 4) Extinguish the fire completely
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Definition: Primary Search
A rapid but thorough search to determine the location of victims, performed either before or during fire suppression operations
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Definition: Secondary Search
Slow, thorough search to ensure that no occupants were missed during the primary search, conducted after the fire is under control
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3 Parts of a Rope
1) Working end - the end used to form a tie 2) Standing part - the part of the rope used for descent or ascent 3) Running end - the unused rope left in the bad
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keys to Effective Thermal Imaging Camera Operations (3)
1) Orientation 2) Interpretation 3) Communication
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The Golden Hour (10)
1) Notification 2) Dispatch 3) Response 4) Scene stabilization 5) Vehicle stabilization 6) Patient extrication 7) Patient packaging 8) Patient transport 9) Stabilization in the Er 10) Surgical intervention
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3 Classes of Standpipe
Class 1) provides 65mm hose line connections Class 2) provides 38mm hose cabinets that may be used by either occupants or firefighters Class 3) provides both class 1 and class 2 connections
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Hydrant Color Codes
Blue/Black/Silver - >5700 LPM Green - 3800-5700 LPM Yellow/Orange - 1900-3800 LPM Red - <1900 LPM
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Hydrant Service Ring Colors
Orange - out of service Blue - hydrant in use (with permission) White - fire department use only Green - under construction (no water)
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Types of Forcible Entry Tools (4)
1) Cutting 2) Prying and spreading 3) Striking and battering 4) Pushing and pulling
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Ladder Operational Hazards (7)
1) Overhead electrical lines 2) Uneven surfaces 3) Ice 4) Traffic areas 5) Structurally unsound walls 6) Fire 7) Fire ground changes
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L.U.N.A.R.
``` Location Unit Name Assignment Resources needed ```
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New Deputy City Manager
Gord Cebryk
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How Far Can A Firefighter Travel In One Second
0.75M per second Meaning, a firefighter can travel 1.5M into a room before reaching the point of no return in the event of a flashover. A flashover can occur in about 0.5-2 seconds
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Rescue Halls (9)
1, 3, 4, 9, 11, 14, 19, 20, 21(only rescue, no pump)
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Ladder Halls (9)
2, 5, 6, 7, 10, 16, 23, 24, 27
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Tanker Halls (5)
17, 18, 26, 28, 29 (17 at 8)
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Stations in District 1
1, 2, 5, 21, 22
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Stations in District 2
6, 9, 11, 15, 16, 26
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Stations in District 3
3, 13, 20, 24, 27, 28
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Stations in District 4
4, 8, 12, 19, 23, 29
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Stations in District 5
7, 10, 14, 17, 18, 25, 30
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ATP Stations
7, 23, 24, 27
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Swift Water Stations (9)
1, 2, 6, 7, 11, 12, 22, 24
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Water Rescue Stations (not swift) (11)
9, 16, 17, 18, 19, 23, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30
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Firefighter Exchange #1
Ryan Zepp from platoon 1 station 17 is being exchanged with Robert McKay from Wellington, New Zealand.
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Firefighter Exchange #2
Ryan Smith from platoon 2 station 7 is being exchanged with Andrew Caire from Adelaide, Australia.
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New Environmental Manager
Melissa Brown
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Incident Command Accountability Worksheet
(Always Order Pepperoni Pizza At The Firehall) 1) Accountability 2) Outline of emergency site plan 3) Plan of attack 4) Progress 5) Available resources 6) Transfer of command 7) Final report
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New Hazmat Coordinator
Ross McIvor
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Union Executives
``` President - Greg Holubowich Secretary - Greg Rehman Treasurer - Bud McCarthy 1st VP - Vincent Monck 2nd VP - Cole Chapelsky ```
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Decontamination Units Stationed at...
18 and 28
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Hazmat Labels and Placards Share What 3 Characteristics?
1 - Colour 2 - Symbol 3 - Class Number
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Hazmat Label and Placard Size
Label 100mm x 100mm | Placard 250mm x 250mm
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Deciding Where To Ventilate (12)
1) Location of the fire 2) Location of occupants 3) Interior and exterior exposures 4) Type of construction 5) Purpose or use of occupancy 6) Extent to which the fire has progressed 7) Which direction you wish to draw the fire 8) Condition of the building and its contents 9) Existing openings( skylights, ventilator shafts, monitors, etc) 10) Direction of the wind 11) Available personnel and equipment 12) Exposures
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Causes of Oxygen Deficiency (8)
1) Rusting (oxidation) 2) Combustion 3) Absorption 4) Bacterial action 5) Chemical reaction 6) Purging agents 7) Poor ventilation 8) Decomposition
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5 Types of Chemical Agents (C.B.R.N.E.)
1) Nerve Agents 2) Blister Agents 3) Blood Agents 4) Choking Agents 5) Irritants
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Bacterial and Viral Agents (C.B.R.N.E.) (8)
1) Anthrax 2) Plague 3) Tularemia 4) Mycotoxins 5) Smallpox 6) Hemorrhagic Fever Viruses 7) Cholera 8) Tularemia
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In order for an emergency service to be effective it requires an effective communications network. ___ and ___ are vital components to any emergency.
Time | Accuracy