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It is common for a vent opening in a fire bldg. to act simultaneously as an inlet for fresh air & an exhaust vent for the products of combustion. How is this possible?

A

The flow path at the bottom of the opening allows air to enter the fire area.(inlet) The flow path at the top allows heat,smoke & fire to vent out of the firre area.(exhaust) pg.1

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If the incident involves a vent limited fire(oxygen deprived) there is a greater chance of experiencing untenable increases in heat.What is an indicator of this from the outside?
A. Lazy smoke
B. Dense black smoke pushing fast
C. Heavy black smoke
D. Fire blowing out the windows
A

C.
oxygen deprived fires are usually indicated by heavy black smoke.
pg. 1

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Members performing the approved tactic of VEIS shall when entering via a window do what to control the flow path?
A. cover the window w/ something
B. close the door in room to be searched
C. leave the door ajar in order to have an escape route.
D. prior to closing door sweep outside the door for possible victims.

A

D.
before door is closed searching member should sweep area outside of door for possible victims
pg. 2

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Openings in bldgs. that utilize new construction methods coupled w/ fires involving modern synthetic contents will provide enough air flow that may rapidly expand the fire condition causing conditions to become untenable in as little as?
A. 4 minutes
B. 3 minutes
C. 1 1/2 minutes
D. 17 minutes
A

C. conditions can become untenable in as little as 1 1/2 minutes after entry(ventilation) is made into the fire apt. or area
2.2

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5
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When shall horizontal ventilation occur?
A. immediately 
B. approval is given by engine boss
C. approval is given by IC
D.  not until a charged hoseline is in position & operating or approval of the truck boss
A

D.

2.2

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Lt.wilcken is operating at a fire in a retail store on liberty ave. Where should he place particular attention to when searching?
A. The rear of the store & main selling area
B. The basement
C. Front of store & main selling area
D. the whole store

A

A.

in retail establishments all areas must be searched w/ particular attention given to rear & main selling area. 4.10

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When shall an engine co. become involved w/ rescue activity?
A.Whenever necessary
B. only in extreme cases
C. Whenever a known life hazard exists.
D. When a suspected life hazard eists
A

B. only in extreme cases should an engine become involved in search & rescue w/out simultaneously stretching & positioning a line.
4.11 note

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Lt. Surbito L-103 is getting cooked trying to make his primary search. He decides its untenable for him and his men to proceed.How shall Lt. surbito complete his primary search?

A

He shall move in behind the engine co. advance & search from behind the hoseline.
6.3

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Lt. Wilcken is 1st due in L-126 & is charged w/ conducting a primary search of the fire bldg.Lt. Surbito arrives 2nd due in L- 142 & must conduct a secondary search. If for any reason either boss cant complete they're search who must they notify? 
A.1st engine boss
B. 2nd engine boss
C. IC
D. fast truck
A

C. The IC must be immediately notified.

7.1 note

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If upon arrival of the door to the fire area you commence FE & all of a sudden fire is wrapping around the jamb, What shall you do & what is this indicative of?

A

indicates a window has possibly failed & wind is forcing the fire towards the occupancy door.
You should stand to the side of the door,& a line shall be charged & in place. 9.5

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Once Lt. Wilcken gained access to the fire apt. when shall he check the area behind the entrance door?

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as soon as entry is made.

9.6

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once FE has been conducted a determination must be made as to wether the door will remain open or closed. What is the determining factor?
A. a line has been stretched
B. an available member to remain at the door to serve as a beacon.
C. A charged hoseline is ready to advance into fire area.
D. sole discretion of truck boss

A

C.

9.10.1

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Before entering the fire apt. who shall the truck boss communicate the identity of the fire apt.?
A. IC
B. 2nd truck boss
C. 2nd truck boss & IC
D. engine boss & IC
A

D.

9.10.1 B

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When the engine reaches the apt. door w/ a charged line who must he notify of they’re readiness to enter the apt.?

A

The truck boss. And the door should not be opened until the truck boss acknowledges & approves. 9.10.1

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T/F: Searching for fire extension is a valid reason to remain above an uncontrolled fire.

A

FALSE. Is NOT a valid reason

10.6

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What is the preferential order of victim removal?

A 
S.H.E.L.L.
interior Stairs
Horizontal exits
fire Escapes
Ladders
LSR   13.2

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