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Who is responsible for developing the Incident Action Plan at a hazardous materials incident? a. Compressed air foam system (CAFS) b. Apparatus-mounted proportioner c. Incident Commander d. In-line eductor - ️️Incident Commander What is a likely result of following predetermined procedures at emergency incidents? a. Compressed air foam system (CAFS) b. Apparatus-mounted proportioner c. Incident Commander d. Effective command and control - ️️Effective command and control Wha...

A(An) _____ concept allows all responders to use a similar, coordinated approach with a common set of authorities, protections, and resources. - ️️all hazard Which duty is a Fire Fighter I expected to perform? - ️️Forcing entry into a structure Which statement describes the difference in the roles of a Fire Fighter I and a Fire Fighter II? - ️️A Fire Fighter I works under the direct supervision of a Fire Fighter II or company officer. Which type of specialized fire company g...

What organization formed in 1896 develops codes and standards to ensure fire and life safety for the public? - Answer-D. NFPA What is the mission of the fire service? - Answer-C. To save lives and protect property The all-hazards approach means the fire service: - Answer-D. provides a variety of services in the community A department type is determined by how: - Answer-B. an organization is funded Which of the following types of staffing performs required functions for minimal or no ...

What is the overall mission of the fire service? (12) [4.1.1] A. Prevent arson fires by educating the public B. Eliminate the use of unsafe building practices C. Provide low-cost emergency services to the public D. Save lives and protect property and the environment - ️️D. Save lives and protect property and the environment A(an)____concept allows all responders to use a similar, coordinated approach with a common set of authorities, protections, and resources. (12) [4.1.1] A. a...

Where and in what year was the first recorded major fire - ️️Jamestown - 1608 When did Boston ban thatched roofs and wooden chimneys? - ️️1631 When did boston purchase the first fire engine - ️️1653 Where and when was the first fire organization - ️️1647 - new Amsterdam (New York) When was the NFPA created - ️️1896 What was the first NFPA code - ️️13 - regulated the design and installation of fire protection sprinkler systems When did the Iroquois theate...

In which step of the APIE process do responders initially attempt to identify the hazardous materials involved? A. Step 1: Analyze the incident B. Step 2: Plan the initial response C. Step 3: implement the response D. Step 4: Evaluate progress - ️️A. Step 1: Analyze the incident In wat step of the APIE process do responders direct actions to reduce or eliminate the risks present at a hazardous materials incident? A. Step 1: Analyze the incident B. Step 2: Plan the initial respon...

Which would be a responsibility of a Fire Fighter II at a structural fire? Select one: a.Determine the origin of a fire b.Take note of unusual fire behavior c.Brief the media about the cause of a fire d.Conduct a detailed analysis and investigation - ️️b. Take note of unusual fire behavior How should a firefighter treat evidence that he or she finds at a fire scene? Select one: a.Bring all evidence to the fire investigator or officer in charge b.Move it to a central evidence locat...

Which topic would be the potential focus of a fire and life safety program put on by the fire department a. activate their PASS devices. b. use the hoseline to protect themselves and guide their withdrawal c. How to prepare for fire or severe weather d. partner up with other crews and exit at the same time. - ️️How to prepare for fire or severe weather Fire and life safety programs benefit firefighters by teaching them a. activate their PASS devices. b. About the people who live and...

Which statement describes inspection of salvage covers? Select one: a. Salvage covers should be inspected for damage after they are dry. b. Salvage covers must be cleaned using a special solution and then dried completely before they can be inspected. c. Salvage covers do not require inspection since they are disposable. d. Salvage covers must be sent back to the manufacturer periodically for inspection. - ️️Salvage covers should be inspected for damage after they are dry. For what p...

Annual SCBA inspections and maintenance should be performed by: Select one: a. a company officer. b. specially trained, factory-qualified technicians. c. the highest-ranking fire department personnel. d. all available firefighters. - ️️specially trained, factory-qualified technicians. How can a firefighter help ensure that they will not be affected by limitations caused by equipment that is in poor condition? Select one: a. Physical fitness and endurance training b. Repeated train...