Basic Firefighter Written Exam
When using a rotary saw, start all cuts at rpm to prevent blades from binding into the material. -
>>>>maximum
is an example of a common prying tool. - >>>>halligan
An swinging door is
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Basic Firefighter Written Exam
When using a rotary saw, start all cuts at rpm to prevent blades from binding into the material. -
>>>>maximum
is an example of a common prying tool. - >>>>halligan
An swinging door is indicated by the hinges being visible. - >>>>outward
is an example of a pulling tool. - >>>>sheetrock rake
The and the are commonly paired together as "irons". - >>>>halligan Flat head axe
When breaking glass, stand , use the side of the tool and strike the of the pane. - >>>>up-wind
blunt/flat corner
When getting a power tool from an apparatus for use on the fire ground, immediately the tool,
after warming the tool, and then carry the tool to where it will be used. - >>>>start turn off
A is an example of a striking tool. - >>>>sledge hammer
A is an example of a cutting tool. - >>>>reciprocating saw (Sawzall)
When forcing entry through chained gates, you should cut the and not the lock. - >>>>link/chain
What is the order of priorities when suppressing structure fires? - >>>>1. protect exposures
2. cut off fire spread
3. attack seat of the fire
When advancing a hose-line into a structure, extinguish any fire that is visible and . -
>>>>accessible
A vehicle fire should be fought from a degree angle. - >>>>45
If you are advancing an attack line into a structure and CANNOT see your feet, you should . -
>>>>crawl
and are the appropriate hose sizes for attacking a structure fire. - >>>>2 1/2 1 3/4
Directing fire streams toward the ceiling or wall of a room or building in order to generate large
amount of steam is an attack. - >>>>indirect
At a structure fire, the highest priority are close priority fuel tanks and propane cylinders. -
>>>>exposures
A attack is discharging water or foam directly onto a burning material. - >>>>direct
When extinguishing a container fire you should never approach from downhill or . -
>>>>downwind
You should first direct your fire stream at the during a combination fire attack. - >>>>ceiling
The process of hauling water from a fill site to a dump site is the definition of a . - >>>>water
shuttle
hydrants are installed in areas where prolonged periods of subfreezing weather are common. -
>>>>dry barrel
The process of drawing water from a static source to supply a pumper is known as . -
>>>>drafting
Wet-barrel hydrants are always filled with . - >>>>water
In the Matanuska-Susitna Borough, the type of fire apparatus that carries fol-da-tanks is . -
>>>>tenders
What equipment is needed for drafting: - >>>>1. hard suction
2. barrel strainer
3. low level strainer
4. float-a-dock
5. rubber mallet
All collections must be air tight to obtain a when drafting. - >>>>vacuum/suction
The main valve is located ground on a dry-barrel hydrant. - >>>>under
List 3 alternative water supplies? - >>>>1. lakes
2. rivers
3. underground tanks
Where would you find a dry hydrant? - >>>>lake sides
Water hammer is most likely to be caused by and closing the quickly. - >>>>opening nozzle
What are 3 disadvantages of water? - >>>>1. heaviness
2. creates ice
3. good conductor of el
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