Single Family Dwellings

Question 1

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

Answer 1

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

Question 2

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

Answer 2

3000 – 6000 Sq Ft.

Question 3

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

Answer 3

Fire stops between each floor.

Question 4

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

Answer 4

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

Question 5

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

Answer 5

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

Question 6

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

Answer 6

3 Tankers, 1 Engine, 1 BC

Question 7

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

Answer 7

50ft

Question 8

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

Answer 8

Limited access points and unimpeded impingement on the floor above.

Question 9

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

Answer 9

Flat

Question 10

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

Answer 10

250 lbs

Question 11

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

Answer 11

With the wind at your back.

Question 12

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

Answer 12

Force Entry and Primary Search

Question 13

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

Answer 13

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

Question 14

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

Answer 14

2” x 4”

Question 15

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

Answer 15

Dimensional Lumber, Truss, and Plywood I-Beams

Question 16

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

Answer 16

Double-Hung and Sliding-Sash Types

Question 17

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

Answer 17

36” x 36”

Question 18

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

Answer 18

YES

Question 19

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

Answer 19

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

Question 20

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

Answer 20

Apply water to the deck, soffit, and eaves.