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Single Family Dwelling Flashcards

1
Q

What is significant about balloon-frame construction? (pg. 5) JH

A

There are no fire stops between floors, which ease rapid fire spread.

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2
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What is the typical range of size for a McMansion/Estate home? (pg. 6) JH

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3000 – 6000 Sq Ft.

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What is a major benefit of ‘Platform Construction’? (pg. 9) JH

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Fire stops between each floor.

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4
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Interior doors that swing outward, usually indicate what? (pg. 15) JH

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The presence of a closet or stairs to an upper/lower level.

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5
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When is it appropriate for the EMS Unit to engage in fireground activities? (pg. 19) JH

A

When it is staffed with two firefighters, there is no need to treat civilians, and or injured occupant… per the IC

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What units make up a tanker taskforce? (pg. 21) JH

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3 Tankers, 1 Engine, 1 BC

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7
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How much room should units arriving after the truck companies leave for ground ladder deployment? (pg. 22) JH

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50

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What two key characteristics make basement fires particularly dangerous? (pg. 30) JH

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Limited access points and unimpeded impingement on the floor above.

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9
Q

Cocklofts are considered the space under a ______ roof. (pg. 35) JH

A

Flat

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What is the typical weight rating of pull-down stairs in a house? (pg. 37) JH

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250 lbs

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When battling a wind driven fire, from which direction should you begin your attack? (pg. 39) JH

A

With the wind at your back.

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12
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If the Rescue arrives ahead of or simultaneously with the first truck, what is their assignment? (pg. 43) JH

A

Force Entry and Primary Search

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13
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How do Split Level homes differ from Split Foyer homes? (pg. 4) JH

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The main entrance sits between the upper and lower floor, versus the entrance being at the foyer level.

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14
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What size of dimensional lumber is used for framing walls? (pg. 11) JH

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2” x 4”

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15
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Floor joist are generally of what three types? (pg. 12) JH

A

Dimensional Lumber, Truss, and Plywood I-Beams

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16
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What two window types are used in single family dwellings? (pg. 13) JH

A

Double-Hung and Sliding-Sash Types

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17
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What dimensions are minimally required of a window well for basement windows? (pg. 13) JH

A

36” x 36”

18
Q

Will two 1 ¾ inch handlines flow more GPMs than a single 2 ½ inch handline? (pg. 20) JH

A

YES

19
Q

What is the purpose of the additional 50’ pony section of LDH on the engine company? (pg. 23) JH

A

This allows the engine company to position out of the way of the truck company for their prime positioning.

20
Q

In the event of a deck fire, what are the priorities? (pg. 29) JH

A

Apply water to the deck, soffit, and eaves.

21
Q

This style home is usually one story and may or may not have a basement. Typically has open floor plan, and often have large extended eaves. (pg.2) FC

A

Rancher or Ramble

22
Q

This style home typically 1 ½ stories, the top floor will contain knee walls and may contain dormers. (pg.2) FC

A

Cape Cod

23
Q

This style home typically incorporate 3 level design. Front entry to an interior level that is positioned between upper and lower floors. (pg.3) FC

A

Split Level

24
Q

Wood framed SFD built prior to the 1930s may utilized what type of construction method? (pg.7) FC

A

Balloon-Framed

25
Q

SFD roof decking is typically constructed with __ x __ plywood sheathing or particleboard. (pg.8) FC

A

4’ x 8’

26
Q

Types of insulation typically found in attic are fiberglass, wood cellulose, rigid plastic foam, or ________. (pg.9) FC

A

Blown-In material

27
Q

Most SFD have either __ or __ inch on center studs constructed of 2” x 4” lumber. (pg.10) FC

A

16 / 24

28
Q

Basement load bearing walls typically support ___ to ___ floor joists. (pg.11) FC

A

Side to Side

29
Q

Engineered I-beams exposed to fire can fail withing ___ minutes. (pg.11) FC

A

5

30
Q

True or False: Most fire-related fatalities in the US occur in SFDs. (pg.14) FC

A

True

31
Q

Where do most fires in SFDs start? (pg.14) FC

A

Vicinity of cooking or heating appliances

32
Q

A typical SFD home has a low fire load, requiring ____gpm per 100 sqft. (pg.14) FC

A

10gpm

33
Q

What 3 situations should cue the IC to request a second alarm? (pg.16) FC

A

Known Resources / Fire in 2 separate and adjacent SFDs / Fire in Estate

34
Q

A large SFD, or one with hoarding conditions, may have medium fire load. This requires __gmp per 100 sqft. (pg.18) FC

A

20

35
Q

____ extend the ends of rafters or trusses of a pitched roof over exterior walls. They are often enclosed by nailing boards the ends, and soffit to the underside. (pg.21) FC

A

Eaves

36
Q

What is the most operationally efficient position for extinguishing attic fires? (pg.21) FC

A

Open the top floor ceiling and attack the fire horizontally

37
Q

For a basement fire, where should second line be placed? (pg.24) FC

A

Up the interior basement stairs, protect occupants and FFs on upper floors and prevent spread up the stairs

38
Q

For garage fire, where should second line deploy? (pg.27) FC

A

Through the buildings main entrance to check for extension

39
Q

List the 5 conditions needed for wind driven fire. (pg.28) FC

A

Fire in structure / failed or opened window or exterior door in fire area / wind outside structure / secondary failed opening remote from fire area / unobstructed flow path from fire area to secondary failed opening

40
Q

What is minimal assignment (Units) for SFD fire dispatch? (pg.32) FC

A

4E / 2T / 1R / 1 Transport Unit / 2BC / 1EMS Supervisor

41
Q

Tanker task for consist of what? (pg.32) FC

A

3K / 1E / 1BC

LT Test 2023 (30 decks)

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