Section Nine: The IAFF/IAFC Wellness/Fitness Initiative

Question 1

In an effort to create a universally accepted program for improving health, wellness and fitness within the North American fire service, the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) and the International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) joined efforts to create the

Answer 1

Fire Service Joint Labor Management Wellness/Fitness Initiative (WFI)

Question 2

What is the ultimate goal of the WFI

Answer 2

to improve the quality of life of all uniformed personnel

Question 3

What are the five main areas of focus in regards to the Fire Service Joint Labor Management Wellness/Fitness Initiative

Answer 3

Medical, Fitness, Rehabilitation, Behavioral Health, Data Collection

Question 4

performed annually with medical, fitness and injury data being gathered to track the natural history and health status of firefighters and EMS providers

Answer 4

Medical exam

Question 5

What workouts do you need to perform firefighting job tasks safely and effectively at high levels

Answer 5

aerobic fitness, muscular endurance, and muscular strength

Question 6

is critical to maintaining the wellness of our uniformed personnel and therefore must be incorporated into the overall Fire Service philosophy and culture

Answer 6

Physical fitness

Question 7

requires all uniformed personnel participate in a mandatory, annual, non-punitive, and confidential fitness assessment following medical clearance

Answer 7

The WFI (Wellness/Fitness Initiative)

Question 8

the maximal force that a specific muscle or muscle group can generate

Answer 8

Strength

Question 9

can contribute to the high incidence of sprains, strains and back injuries among firefighters

Answer 9

Reduced muscular strength

Question 10

specific to the joint and range of motion being measured

Answer 10

Strength measurements

Question 11

the ability of a muscle group to perform repeated contractions

Answer 11

Muscular endurance

Question 12

is necessary to stabilize the torso and support the lower back during exertion

Answer 12

Endurance of the abdominal muscles

Question 13

may contribute to low back pain and low back injury

Answer 13

Weak abdominal muscles

Question 14

functional measure of the range of motion of a joint

Answer 14

Flexibility

Question 15

According to the IAFF Death and Injury Survey, the leading type of line of duty injury within the Professional Fire Service is

Answer 15

sprains and strains

Question 16

The most prevalent line of duty injury that leads to premature departure from the Fire Service is

Answer 16

back injuries

Question 17

Any firefighter on extended leave status from normal duties for a continuous period of ______ must undergo medical and fitness evaluations prior to returning to full duty

Answer 17

30 days or more

Question 18

must be implemented to reduce risks in the Fire Service and improve personnel resistance to injuries

Answer 18

A proactive injury prevention approach

Question 19

A wellness program is not complete without addressing the _____ of those involved

Answer 19

behavioral health

Question 20

With the recent development of______ and _______, behavioral health issues within the Fire Service are receiving more attention

Answer 20

Employee Assistance Programs and Critical Incident Stress Debriefing Programs

Question 21

increases and individual’s risk for injury, reduces performance, and adversely affects the ability to dissipate heat while working

Answer 21

Obesity