Chapter 19 Salvage and Overhaul

Question 1

A structure, part of a structure, or general geographic location within a fire scene, in which the “point of origin” of a fire or explosion is reasonably believed to be located.

Answer 1

Area of origin

Question 2

A piece of heavy canvas with handles, which can be used to tote debris, ash, embers, and burning materials out of a structure.

Answer 2

Carryall

Question 3

A light that can illuminate a broad area.

Answer 3

Floodlight

Question 4

A piece of canvas or plastic material, usually 3 to 4 ft (91 to 122 cm) wide and available in various lengths, that is used to protect flooring from dropped debris and dirt from shoes and boots.

Answer 4

Floor runner

Question 5

A device that attaches to an electrical cord to provide additional outlets.

Answer 5

Junction box

Question 6

A sprinkler control valve with a valve stem that moves in and out as the valve is opened or closed.

Answer 6

Outside screw and yoke (OS&Y) valve

Question 7

The process of final extinguishment after the main body of a fire has been knocked down. All traces of fire must be extinguished at this time.

Answer 7

Overhaul

Question 8

A sprinkler control valve with an indicator that reads either “open” or “shut” depending on its position.

Answer 8

Post indicator valve (PIV)

Question 9

A firefighting procedure for protecting property from further loss following an aircraft accident or fire.

Answer 9

Salvage

Question 10

A large square or rectangular sheet made of heavy canvas or plastic material that is spread over furniture and other items to protect them from water runoff and falling debris.

Answer 10

Salvage cover

Question 11

Property damage that occurs due to smoke, water, or other measures taken to extinguish the fire.

Answer 11

Secondary loss

Question 12

A light designed to project a narrow, concentrated beam of light.

Answer 12

Spotlight

Question 13

A mechanical device inserted between the deflector and the orifice of a sprinkler head to stop the flow of water.

Answer 13

Sprinkler stop

Question 14

A piece of wedge-shaped wood placed between the deflector and the orifice of a sprinkler head to stop the flow of water.

Answer 14

Sprinkler wedge

Question 15

A salvage cover that has been folded to form a container to hold water until it can be removed.

Answer 15

Water catch-all

Question 16

A salvage cover that has been folded to direct water flow out of a building or away from sensitive items or areas.

Answer 16

Water chute

Question 17

A device similar to a wet/dry shop vacuum cleaner that can pick up liquids. It is used to remove water from buildings.

Answer 17

Wet vacuum

Question 18

Efforts to protect property and belongings from damage are called

A. overhaul.

B. salvage.

C. rescue.

D. recovery.

Answer 18

B. salvage.

Question 19

Fire fighters’ efforts at residential fires often focus on protectmg

A. expensive items or property.

B. isolated property.

C. personal property.

D. market items.

Answer 19

C. personal property.

Question 20

Before a fire fighter can work without SCBA. the atmosphere must be tested and determined safe by the

A. safety officer.

B. incident commander

C. RIC leader

D. department captain.

Answer 20

A. safety officer.

Question 21

Damage to the building’s structural components during salvage and overhaul operauons may potentially lead to

A. atmospheric contamination.

B. reignition.

C. rekindling.

D. structural collapse.

Answer 21

D. structural collapse.

Question 22

5. How much does a gallon of water weigh?

A. 2.24 pounds

B. 4.5 pounds

C. 6 pounds

D. 8.3 pounds

Answer 22

D. 8.3 pounds

Question 23

The most common method of protecting building contents is to cover them with

A. heat-reflective blankets.

B. salvage covers.

C. overhaul tarps.

D. salvage tarps.

Answer 23

B. salvage covers.

Question 24

The most efficient way to protect a room’s contents is to move all the furniture to

A. the center of the room.

B. the wall farthest from the flames.

C. the walls nearest the window(s) used for venulation and fire suppression.

D. the front of the room.

Answer 24

A. the center of the room.

Question 25

During salvage operations, smaller pictures and valuable objects should be placed in A. the pockets of the fire fighters PPE. B. smaller tarps. C. drawers. 0. the comer.

Answer 25

C. drawers.

Question 26

A long section of protective material used to cover a section of carpet is called a A. floor cover. B. floor runner. C. carpet tarp. D. drop tarp.

Answer 26

B. floor runner.

Question 27

What is the best way to prevent water damage at a fire scene? A. Increase the number of ventilation sites B. Use higher flow rates C. Use the building sprinkler system D. Limit the amount of water used

Answer 27

D. Limit the amount of water used

Question 28

Sprinklers should be shut down as soon as the IC declares the fire A. is under control. B. is out. C. has spread to other rooms or the structure. D . is being ventilated.

Answer 28

A. is under control.

Question 29

To stop the flow from a sprinkler, insert a A. hand tool. B. sprinkler wedge. C. sprinkler key. D. cloth.

Answer 29

B. sprinkler wedge.

Question 30

The main control for a sprinkler system is usually a(n) A. sprinkler box. B. scupper. C. OS&Y valve or PIV D. water valve.

Answer 30

C. OS&Y valve or PIV

Question 31

Which type or opening drains water from an above-ground floor through an exterior wall hole, A. Water chute B. Water catch-all C. Drain D. Scupper

Answer 31

D. Scupper

Question 32

The building's construction, its contents, and the size of the fire are factors in determining A. salvage operations. B. the area that needs to be overhauled. C. who is the incident commander. D. the placement or the rapid intervention company/crew.

Answer 32

B. the area that needs to be overhauled.

Question 33

Fire can extend directly from the basement to the attic, without obvious signs or fire, in a A. balloon-frame building. B. platform-frame building. C. Type I building. D. remodeled building.

Answer 33

A. balloon-frame building.

Question 34

Mobile power outlets, which are placed in convenient locations for cords to be attached, are also known as A. junction boxes. B. generators. C. inverters. D. extension outlets.

Answer 34

A. junction boxes.

Question 35

Which type or lights are most often used during the first few critical minutes of an incident? A. 1500-watt portable lights B. Battery-powered lights C. 300-watt quartz lights D. 1000-watt halogen lights

Answer 35

B. Battery-powered lights

Question 36

To convert 12-volt DC current to 110-volt AC current, you would use a(n) A. power inverter. B. junction box. C. power outlet. D. extension .

Answer 36

A. power inverter.

Question 37

How long should gasoline-powered generators be run to reduce deposit build-ups? A. 2 hours B. 1 hour C. 15-30 minutes D. 5-10 minutes

Answer 37

C. 15-30 minutes

Question 38

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ ensures that a fire is completely extinguished.

Answer 38

Overhaul

Question 39

Salvage and overhaul have a(n) _________ priority than search and rescue.

Answer 39

lower

Question 40

During salvage and overhaul efforts, fire fighters must attempt to preserve _________ related to the cause of the fire, particularly when arson is expected.

Answer 40

evidence

Question 41

Salvage efforts are usually aimed at preventing or limiting _________ that result from smoke and water damage.

Answer 41

secondary losses

Question 42

Fire fighters should remember to _______ a door after a room is searched.

Answer 42

close

Question 43

Sprinkler heads that have been acuvated must be\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ before they can be restored to normal operations.

Answer 43

replaced

Question 44

A(n) _________ vacuum is a special piece of equipment used to suck up water during salvage operations

Answer 44

water

Question 45

A (n) _________ should always be present during overhaul operations to note any hazards and ensure that operations are conducted safely.

Answer 45

safety officer

Question 46

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ teams remain at the fire scene and watch for signs of rekindling.

Answer 46

Fire watch

Question 47

Look, listen, and _______ to detect signs of potential burning.

Answer 47

feel

Question 48

A(n) _______ can distinguish between objects or areas with different temperatures.

Answer 48

thermal imaging device

Question 49

Buckets, tubs, wheelbarrows, and _______ can be used to remove debris from a building.

Answer 49

carryalls

Question 50

True/False Salvage efforts can be done during fire suppression.

Answer 50

True

Question 51

True/False Often the damage caused to property by smoke and water can be more extensive and costly to repair or replace than the property that is burned.

Answer 51

True

Question 52

True/False Water used in fire suppression can create potential hazards for fire fighters.

Answer 52

True

Question 53

True/False Salvage crews begin on the floor of the fire to prevent water damage to room contents.

Answer 53

False

Question 54

True/False When entering an area for salvage operations, fire fighters should roll a floor runner ahead of the themselves.

Answer 54

True

Question 55

True/False Sprinkler control valves should always be locked in the closed position.

Answer 55

False

Question 56

True/False The IC may order hydraulic or standard overhaul procedures.

Answer 56

True

Question 57

True/False The entire area around a fire building should be illuminated.

Answer 57

True

Question 58

True/False Pike poles are used to pull down sections of ceiling.

Answer 58

True

Question 59

True/False The cause of the fire can also indicate the extent of overhaul necessary.

Answer 59

True