St Chpt 10

Question 1

Is the ultimate property conservation tactic

Answer 1

Extinguishment

Question 2

Property conservation is generally limited to

Answer 2

Offensive attacks

Question 3

Is caused by the products of combustion

Answer 3

Primary damage

Question 4

Results from fire-ground activities or the operation of a fire protection systems

Answer 4

Secondary damage

Question 5

Fire protection systems often cause

Answer 5

Secondary damage

Question 6

Flows from sprinkler head can vary depending on the size of the orifice opening, the type of sprinkler head, and the water pressure in the system. As figure 10-1 shows Water flows about to _______ per head

Answer 6

80 gpm

Question 7

Using sprinkler stops or controlling the water at the main or divisional control valve is the primary way to reduce the flow from an

Answer 7

Automatic sprinkler system

Question 8

Fire debris will Tend to clog floor drains; it is important to keep these drains clear.if floors do not have drains, a common way to provide one is by removing a toilet, creating a drain through the ____ opening

Answer 8

4 inch

Question 9

Are generally used to remove smoke during property conservation operations

Answer 9

Blowers and fans

Question 10

Property conservation staffing needs vary greatly. For most offensive operations at least ____ should be assigned to start property conservation activities on the floor below the fire

Answer 10

One crew

Question 11

Implementing a _____ greatly assists the IC in defining necessary property conservation activity

Answer 11

Planning section

Question 12

Is the completion of the extinguishment priority

Answer 12

Overhaul

Question 13

The use of a ____ can substantially reduce damage caused by opening walls and ceilings to locate hot spots

Answer 13

Thermal imaging camera TIC

Question 14

The purpose of _______ is to ensure that the fire is completely extinguished and that the building is safe for personnel such as investigators or the property owner to reenter

Answer 14

Overhaul

Question 15

To keep property damage to a minimum and to ensure that the fire is completely extinguished, ______ must be accomplished in a well planned, systematic manner

Answer 15

Overhaul

Question 16

A good overhaul technique used to assign a fully protected crew inside as a firewatch while the building is being ventilated. This will allow other firefighters on the scene to rest, thereby reducing the potential for injuries. If it is practical, keep crews outside at least _____

Answer 16

15 minutes

Question 17

Full protective clothing, including breathing apparatus, must be worn during, _______

Answer 17

Overhaul activities

Question 18

Is usually the most prevalent fire gas, and low readings after a fire indicate some measure of smoke and toxic removal.

Answer 18

Carbon monoxide

Question 19

Improper _____ can destroy any hope of properly conducting a fire scene investigation

Answer 19

Overhaul

Question 20

The best practice is to remain “_____” throughout the overhaul phase of the operation

Answer 20

On air

Question 21

Removing water from the floor is not only important to property conservation; it is also a

Answer 21

Safety issue

Question 22

is also an important property conservation tactic

Answer 22

Ventilation

Question 23

Once critical life safety and extinguishment positions are staffed and a tactical reserve has been established, remaining personnel can be assigned to

Answer 23

Property conservation