IFSTA 7th Edition Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

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. all hazard ...

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

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. all haz...

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. all hazard B....

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 - ANSWER 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. all h...

IFSTA 7th Edition Chapter Test 14 When firefighters apply water to the hot gas layer in a compartment, it will: (670) [4.3.10] increase the potential for flashover. increase the radiant heat flux from the upper layer. reduce the radiant heat flux from the upper layer. push fire into adjacent rooms. - ANSWER reduce the radiant heat flux from the upper layer. What can happen if excess steam is produced inside the structure as a result of applyi...

IFSTA 7th Edition Chapter Test 5 Which piece of PPE can provide a secondary layer of eye protection in addition to an SCBA facepiece? (183) [4.1.1, 4.3.2, 4.3.3] A. Fusee B. Neck shroud C. Protective hood D. Helmet faceshield - ANSWER D. Helmet faceshield What is a function of station and work uniforms? (184) [4.1.1, 4.3.2] A. Provide respiratory protection B. Protect wearer from hazardous materials C. Provide...

IFSTA 7th Edition Chapter Test 11 Tactical ventilation is performed during fire attack to: (493) [4.3.11, 4.3.12] quickly extinguish a fully developed fire. help control the fire. limit the need for LDH hose streams. minimize personnel needed on scene. - ANSWER help control the fire. Why is ventilation used during overhaul and loss control? (493) [4.3.11, 4.3.12] To help control the fire Remove soot and odors from val...

IFSTA 7th Edition Chapter 9: Forcible Entry Security barriers such as bars, grilles, and Lexan@ windows: (372) [4.3.4 - ANSWER C. require specialized training and tools to force. Which is an unsafe action that can cause injury to firefighters? (373) [4.3.4, 4.3.9] - ANSWER D. Using a cutting tool to cut a material for which it was not designed Which forcible en...