PPE Flashcards
How much of the body is structural fire fighting PPE designed to cover?
Every square inch
Which of the following is safe to wear under turnout gear?
A) Nylon
B) Polyester
C) Nomex
D) Cotton/Polyester Blend
C) Nomex
A structural firefighting PPE ensemble includes which specific piece of equipment?
Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)
What other application, if any, is structural fire fighting PPE designed for?
A) All Others
B) Water rescue only
C) Hazmat Operations
D) None
D) None
Which part of the structural firefighting PPE ensemble is designed to protect the neck and ears?
The Protective Hood
Turnout coats consist of ___ layers.
3
What is a flame resistant material used in PPE?
PBI
Manufacturers should provide users of PPE with which of the following information?
Cleaning Instructions
When is it acceptable to remove the inner thermal layer from a turnout coat?
When the coat is being cleaned
What is the approved material for structural fire fighting boots?
Leather
The biggest disadvantage of the common rubber boot used in structural firefighting is that it:
Has a sloppy fit
What is the purpose of a personal alert safety system (PASS)?
Sound an alarm if a firefighter is motionless for a set period of time.
PASS devices are designed to assist rescuers attempting to:
Locate trapped fire fighters
How long does it take for the PASS device to alarm if the wearer becomes inactive?
30 Seconds
What piece of equipment must be worn with structural firefighting PPE and SCBA?
PASS Device