Chapter 20 Flashcards by Jordan Gomillion

1.What describes effective communication during an incident? (720)
A.Effective communication is best in written form.
B.Effective communication is achieved when sending emails.
C.Effective communication allows for early and correct aerial placement.
D.Effective communication often contains jargon and code words to make radio traffic efficient.

C.Effective communication allows for early and correct aerial placement.

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2.Which is an example of pre arrival communication? (720)
A.Officer and operator size up
B.Confirm water supply strategy
C.Hand signals for aerial deployment
D.Decision to stage or commit a vehicle

D.Decision to stage or commit a vehicle

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3.Which is an example of on scene communication? (720)
A.Apparatus location and turntable placement
B.Incident commander communicating apparatus positioning
C.Officers communicating the direction of approach to the scene
D.Aerial operations and the use of headsets to communicate between personnel

A.Apparatus location and turntable placement

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4.Which is an example of tactical communication? (720)
A.Water supply management
B.Officer and operator size up
C.Confirm water supply strategy
D.Hand signals to guide the aerial ladder into position

D.Hand signals to guide the aerial ladder into position

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5.Aerial devices can be used to: (721)
A.support ventilation operations.
B.penetrate a building from the outside.
C.create an anchor for high angle rescue.
D.support any amount of weight during emergencies.

A.support ventilation operations.

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6.When operating at a multistory incident, it is often necessary for firefighters to have a(an): (721)
A.extra air cylinder.
B.replacement radio.
C.emergency escape.
D.short rope at a minimum.

C.emergency escape.

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7.An aerial device should not be repositioned if it is: (721)
A.no longer needed.
B.used as an emergency escape.
C.unable to reach the seat of the fire.
D.blocking access of other equipment.

B.used as an emergency escape.

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8.Firefighters involved in rescue operations using an aerial device MUST always be aware of: (721)
A.signs of arson.
B.weight limitations.
C.hydrant water pressure.
D.fitness level of all personnel.

B.weight limitations.

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9.What is an advantage of positioning an aerial apparatus at the corner of a building? (721)
A.It consumes less space on scene.
B.It allows firefighters to ascend the ladder more quickly.
C.It can potentially reach victims on two sides of a building.
D.It reduces the amount of water needed to extinguish the fire.

C.It can potentially reach victims on two sides of a building.

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10.To protect the aerial device and personnel from being threatened by fire, it is preferable to use a: (722)
A.solid stream.
B.misting stream.
C.straight stream.
D.wide-angle fog stream.

D.wide-angle fog stream.

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11.Which is the preferred aerial device position if the victim is to be lifted over the top rail of the platform? (722)
A.Position the turntable adjacent to the target.
B.Position the device 5 feet (1.5 m) from the target.
C.Position the device 10 feet (3 m) below the target.
D.Position the turntable directly in line with the target.

D.Position the turntable directly in line with the target.

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12.When considering priorities during a rescue situation, who should be given the highest priority? (723)
A.Those in the hazard area
B.Those in the exposed area
C.The largest group of people
D.Those in the greatest danger

D.Those in the greatest danger

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13.When considering priorities during a rescue situation, who should be given second priority? (723)
A.Those in the hazard area
B.Those in the exposed area
C.The largest group of people
D.Those in the greatest danger

C.The largest group of people

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14.When considering priorities during a rescue situation, who should be given third priority? (723)
A.Those in the hazard area
B.Those in the exposed area
C.The largest group of people
D.Those in the greatest danger

A.Those in the hazard area

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15.When considering priorities during a rescue situation, who should be given fourth priority? (723)
A.Those in the hazard area
B.Those in the exposed area
C.The largest group of people
D.Those in the greatest danger

B.Those in the exposed area

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16.Which is the BEST position to raise the aerial device to a victim? (724)
A.Positioning the aerial apparatus behind the objective
B.Positioning the aerial apparatus in front of the objective
C.The extended and rotated aerial device is in line with the turntable
D.The extended and rotated aerial device is perpendicular to the objective

D.The extended and rotated aerial device is perpendicular to the objective

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17.What results when the aerial device is positioned perpendicular to the objective? (724)
A.No twisting stresses are imposed on the aerial device.
B.The twisting stresses imposed on the aerial are reduced.
C.The twisting stresses imposed on the aerial are increased.
D.The twisting stresses imposed on the aerial are similar to when the device is in line with the turntable.

B.The twisting stresses imposed on the aerial are reduced.

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18.What is the proper method for reaching a victim trapped in an elevated position? (725)
A.The aerial device should be extended straight to the victim.
B.The aerial device should be initially extended and then rotated to the victim.
C.The aerial device should be initially aimed below the victim and then raised.
D.The aerial device should initially be aimed above the victim and then lowered.

D.The aerial device should initially be aimed above the victim and then lowered.

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19.What should the driver/operator perform to greatly reduce the chance of failure of an extended ladder? (726)
A.Chock the rear wheels.
B.Engage the power take-off.
C.Engage the ladder extension lock.
D.Place cones around the apparatus.

C.Engage the ladder extension lock.

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20.When using an aerial ladder device for a window rescue, where should the ladder be positioned? (726)
A.Position the tip at the windowsill.
B.Position the tip above the window.
C.Position the first rung even with the windowsill.
D.Position the tip 2 feet (600 mm) below the window.

C.Position the first rung even with the windowsill.

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21.Which is preferred when using an aerial platform for a window rescue? (727)
A.Position the platform above the window.
B.Position the platform on the windward side of the window.
C.Position the platform 2 feet (600 mm) away from the window.
D.Position the platform so the top rail is even with the windowsill.

D.Position the platform so the top rail is even with the windowsill.

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22.Which is the BEST position when using an aerial ladder for a roof rescue? (727)
A.Position the tip even with the roof’s edge.
B.Position the tip three rungs above the roof’s edge.
C.Position the tip 2 feet (0.6 m) below the roof’s edge.
D.Position the tip 6 feet (2 m) above the roof’s edge.

D.Position the tip 6 feet (2 m) above the roof’s edge.

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23.Which is the BEST position when using an aerial platform for a roof rescue? (727)
A.Position the platform 6 feet (2 m) above the roof’s edge
B.Position the platform so the bottom is even with the roof’s edge
C.Position the platform so the top railing is even with the roof’s edge
D.Position the bottom of the platform above and over the roof’s edge

D.Position the bottom of the platform above and over the roof’s edge

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24.Which aerial device would be MOST effective in rescuing victims from behind parapet walls? (728)
A.Aerial telescoping ladder
B.Aerial telescoping platform
C.A two-boom articulating aerial device
D.A three-section articulating aerial device

D.A three-section articulating aerial device

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25.Which is MOST appropriate when moving capable adult victims down aerial ladders? (729) A.Firefighters should always carry victims down the ladder. B.Firefighters should always lead the adult victim down the ladder. C.Victims should always climb down the ladder with another victim, not by themselves. D.Victims should always be lowered to the ground instead of climbing down the ladder.

B.Firefighters should always lead the adult victim down the ladder.

26.Small children and adults incapable of climbing down the ladder by themselves will need to: (729) A.be carried or supported. B.be hoisted down with a harness. C.be carried down in a Stokes basket. D.find another way out of the building.

A.be carried or supported.

27.Which carrying method is BEST used for a heavier person? (730) A.Knee-sit B.Leg-push C.Arm-wrap D.Two-arm under carry

A.Knee-sit

28.Using the knee-sit method is advantageous because: (730) A.firefighters can slide down the ladder quickly. B.firefighters can use both hands to hold the victim. C.the victim is carried over the shoulders of a firefighter, keeping a strong hold. D.the firefighter can use both hands to hold rails while the victim holds on to the firefighter.

D.the firefighter can use both hands to hold rails while the victim holds on to the firefighter.

29.Which method is useful to lower an unconscious or severely injured adult down the aerial ladder? (730) A.The victim should climb down the ladder under their own power. B.The victim should be cradled in a firefighter’s arms as they descend the ladder. C.The victim is placed on the firefighter’s knee while they slowly descend the ladder. D.The victim positions across the rails of the ladder and is supported by firefighters below.

D.The victim positions across the rails of the ladder and is supported by firefighters below.

30.Why is the over-the-shoulder carry the most difficult and riskiest method of moving victims down aerial ladders? (731) A.The victim is likely to resist being carried over the shoulder of a firefighter. B.The firefighter cannot control the victim’s legs and feet while descending the ladder. C.The victim is likely to become unconscious when positioned on the shoulder of a firefighter. D.The firefighter will only have one hand available for stability while descending the ladder.

D.The firefighter will only have one hand available for stability while descending the ladder.

31.Although using aerial platforms to move victims is considerably easier than backing them down aerial ladders, a disadvantage of platforms is that they: (731) A.can only support the weight of two adults. B.cannot carry equipment needed for a rescue. C.cannot reach victims as easily as aerial ladders. D.are not suited to mass evacuations from a single point.

D.are not suited to mass evacuations from a single point.

32.Which statement is MOST accurate regarding lowering a Stokes basket using an aerial ladder? (732) A.It is faster than other lowering methods. B.It is easier than other lowering methods. C.The tactic should be used as a last resort. D.The tactic should be used only in training evolutions.

C.The tactic should be used as a last resort.

33.If a litter does not fit between rails of the aerial ladder, firefighters should: (734) A.carry the litter down the aerial ladder. B.bring the litter down from the building. C.lower the litter using an aerial device lifting eye. D.place the litter on top of handrails perpendicular to the ladder.

D.place the litter on top of handrails perpendicular to the ladder.

34.Before attempting a rope lowering system for removing victims in basket litters from elevated positions, the driver/operator MUST: (734-735) A.properly position the victim on their side. B.be familiar with the hydraulic calculation chart C.know the limitations of any hardware used in the process. D.understand the resistance pressure of the aerial device nozzle.

C.know the limitations of any hardware used in the process.

35.When performing rope rescue operations, it is essential that the lifts be made in a smooth manner in order to: (735) A.reduce the friction in the rope. B.prevent the victim from becoming sick. C.allow for correction during cross-winds. D.ensure that the capacity is not exceeded.

D.ensure that the capacity is not exceeded.

36.Which NFPA® standard details requirements for rope and hardware used for lifting eyes? (735) A.NFPA® 1002 B.NFPA® 1901 C.NFPA® 1911 D.NFPA® 1983

D.NFPA® 1983

37.Where should the working end of the rope be anchored on the aerial device when lifting objects other than people? (735) A.Should be anchored to the tip of the ladder B.Should only be anchored to the lifting eye(s) C.Should be anchored to a static device on the ground D.Should only be anchored to a lower section of the ladder

D.Should only be anchored to a lower section of the ladder

38.Which BEST describes the practice of using aerial devices for water rescue? (735) A.Place the tip in the water for victims. B.Lower a firefighter to the victim in the water. C.First angle the device and then extend the ladder to the victim. D.Fire departments should discourage the use of these devices for this type of rescue.

D.Fire departments should discourage the use of these devices for this type of rescue.

39.Why should departments discourage the use of aerial devices for water rescue? (736) A.Liability concerns B.Lack of water rescue training C.Unpredictable victim behavior D.Inability to stabilize the apparatus

D.Inability to stabilize the apparatus

40.Why is the use of aerial apparatus dangerous for water rescues? (736) A.The ladder is not designed to operate at angles greater than 180 degrees B.Victims usually cannot pull themselves out of the water C.Potential for the victim to become injured by the device tip D.Potential for the aerial device to make contact with swiftly moving waters

D.Potential for the aerial device to make contact with swiftly moving waters

41.Which situation would pose excessive lateral stress on an aerial device? (736) A.Large amounts of snow on the ladder B.Extending an aerial device into swiftly moving water C.Having a heavy load near the tip of the aerial ladder D.Lowering a victim in a Stokes basket from the lifting eye(s)

B.Extending an aerial device into swiftly moving water

42.Where should the driver/operator position the aerial apparatus when providing access for ventilating a flat roof? (737) A.On the burned side of the structure furthest away from the area being ventilated B.On the burned side of the structure as close as possible to the area being ventilated C.On the unburned side of the structure furthest away from the area being ventilated D.On the unburned side of the structure as close as possible to the area being ventilated

D.On the unburned side of the structure as close as possible to the area being ventilated

43.When performing ventilation operations, the driver/operator for an aerial device should extend fly sections so a minimum of _____ protrudes over the edge of the roof. (737) A.2 feet (0.6 m) B.4 feet (1.3 m) C.6 feet (2 m) D.8 feet (2.5 m)

C.6 feet (2 m)

44.Which is the BEST location to position an aerial platform to ventilate a roof? (737) A.Positioned so the bottom is even with the roof’s edge B.Positioned to allow 6 feet (2 m) above the roof’s edge C.Positioned so the top railing is even with the roof’s edge D.Positioned even with or extended slightly over the roof’s edge

D.Positioned even with or extended slightly over the roof’s edge

45.When performing ventilation operations from the tip of an aerial device, firefighters should be: (737) A.positioned slightly below the window. B.positioned on the leeward side of operations. C.secured to the building with a harness and rope. D.secured to the ladder or platform with a safety belt.

D.secured to the ladder or platform with a safety belt.

46.Which is MOST commonly used in defensive operations? (738) A.Elevated master streams B.1¾-inch (45 mm) handlines C.2½-inch (65 mm) handlines D.Master stream fixed to the ground

A.Elevated master streams

47.When a defensive attack is employed: (738) A.firefighters attack from within the building. B.risk of building collapse must be considered. C.the Incident Commander should call for mutual aid. D.fire apparatus can be positioned closer to the structure

B.risk of building collapse must be considered.

48.Which factor MUST be balanced against positioning an apparatus at a safe distance from the structure? (739) A.The location of the staging area B.The weather conditions at the incident C.The distance to the incident command post D.The distance of the fire stream to reach the target

D.The distance of the fire stream to reach the target

49.When an incident commander makes the decision to apply water from an aerial master stream, the driver/operator needs to know: (739) A.the placement of the stream. B.which firefighter will be at the tip. C.the placement of the detachable waterway. D.which firefighter will be operating the primary controls.

A.the placement of the stream.

50.During the initial setup, it is the driver/operator’s responsibility to: (739) A.consider the potential water supply demand. B.assume the role of the incident safety officer. C.determine whether to conduct defensive operations. D.perform commanding operations and direct all firefighters.

A.consider the potential water supply demand.

51.Where should a master stream nozzle be positioned for a blitz attack on a structure? (739) A.Center of the window opening B.Either side of the window opening C.Upper portion of the window opening D.Lower portion of the window opening

D.Lower portion of the window opening

52.When using an aerial device as a master stream close to ground level, the driver/operator should position the apparatus: (739) A.at a higher grade than the target. B.on the leeward side of the structure. C.so the turntable is parallel with the target. D.so the turntable is directly in line with the target.

D.so the turntable is directly in line with the target.

53.It is important to ensure that any nozzles used in aerial operations are compatible with: (740) A.all hydrant connections. B.any foam application system. C.private residents’ water supply. D.the manufacturer’s designed waterway.

D.the manufacturer’s designed waterway.

54.Which type of nozzle is able to break up water to allow better steam conversion? (740) A.Fog nozzle B.Penetrating nozzle C.Solid stream nozzle D.Smooth bore nozzle

A.Fog nozzle

55.Which type of nozzle provides excellent penetration into fire areas? (740) A.Fog nozzle B.Solid stream nozzle C.Shower curtain nozzle D.Penetrating fog nozzle

B.Solid stream nozzle

56.A carefully placed solid or straight stream from the exterior of the building is often referred to as: (741) A.blitz attack. B.fire control. C.fire confinement. D.showering the fire.

A.blitz attack.

57.What is the BEST way to accomplish a blitz attack with an elevated master stream? (741) A.Deflect water off the floor of the fire room B.Deflect water off the ceiling of the fire room C.Penetrate through the adjacent fire room with a solid stream D.Penetrate through the roof of the building with a solid stream

B.Deflect water off the ceiling of the fire room

58.What is a common use of elevated master streams? (742) A.Hoisting operations B.Offensive operations C.Defensive operations D.Initial attack operations

C.Defensive operations

59.A defensive attack is an exterior attack with emphasis on: (742) A.fire attack. B.fire suppression. C.offensive support. D.exposure protection.

D.exposure protection.

60.Using an aerial device as an exterior standpipe to upper floors is a tactic that: (744) A.requires an additional fire apparatus. B.increases the weight load capacity of the apparatus. C.can eliminate difficult hose lays up interior stairwells. D.increases the amount of pressure needed to deliver the water.

C.can eliminate difficult hose lays up interior stairwells.

61.How does wind affect exposure protection? (745) A.Wind will smother and reduce flame spread. B.Wind enhances the effects of radiated and convection heat transfer. C.Wind helps by cooling and lowering temperatures on the surface of exposures. D.Wind reduces fire spread by limiting the amount of oxygen delivered to the fire.

B.Wind enhances the effects of radiated and convection heat transfer.

62.Protection from convective fire spread can be accomplished by: (746) A.applying large fog streams into the thermal column. B.applying large straight streams into the thermal column. C.directing a fog stream into the air between fire and exposure. D.directing a straight stream into the air between fire and exposure.

A.applying large fog streams into the thermal column.

63.Which method is generally used to cover the involved area when protecting exposures? (747) A.Narrow vertical patterns B.Solid stream narrow patterns C.Wide sweeping nozzle patterns D.Solid stream wide sweeping nozzle patterns

C.Wide sweeping nozzle patterns

64.Which condition may make fog streams ineffective when protecting exposures at a fire incident? (748) A.Cloudless sky B.Late night hours C.Cooler temperatures D.High wind conditions

D.High wind conditions

65.What is the first option for rescuing victims at an incident involving large commercial passenger aircraft? (748) A.Using portable stairs at the exit doors B.Using a trampoline to catch victims that jump C.Using escape chutes or slides on the aircraft D.Using an aerial device at exit doors or aircraft wings

C.Using escape chutes or slides on the aircraft

66.What is the second option for rescuing victims at an incident involving large commercial passenger aircraft? (748) A.Using portable stairs at the exit doors B.Using a trampoline to catch victims that jump C.Using escape chutes or slides on the aircraft D.Using an aerial device at exit doors or aircraft wings

A.Using portable stairs at the exit doors

67.Why should firefighters and passengers use extreme caution when mounting and dismounting an aerial device from an aircraft’s wings? (748) A.To avoid unbalancing the plane B.The surface of the wings is slippery C.The wings cannot support any additional weight D.To avoid creating any possible damage to the aircraft

B.The surface of the wings is slippery

68.Which item is MOST likely to be used in identifying the appropriate location for piercing nozzles in the fuselage? (749) A.Aircraft cargo list B.Portable X-Ray devices C.Aircraft design blueprints D.Thermal imaging cameras

D.Thermal imaging cameras

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