Chapter 4 Flashcards
(57 cards)
1.Which factor BEST determines the most advantageous position for an attack pumper? (136)
A.Size-up
B.Mutual aid
C.Experience of crew
D.Time of day or night
A.Size-up
2.When fire conditions are evident upon arrival, the driver/operator should place the apparatus in a safe position that: (136)
A.includes room for vehicles in front of and behind the apparatus.
B.puts the apparatus as physically close to the fire scene as possible.
C.allows personnel to view the entire fire scene from the apparatus.
D.includes an exit route for apparatus should a withdrawal become necessary.
D.includes an exit route for apparatus should a withdrawal become necessary.
3.When the first apparatus arrives at an incident where no fire is evident, the driver/operator should: (136)
A.pull to the center of the building.
B.pull apparatus past the front of the building.
C.stop apparatus short of the front of the building.
D.drive apparatus around the block and back to the building.
B.pull apparatus past the front of the building.
4.Which is a guideline for positioning apparatus at a fire scene? (138)
A.Park uphill at all types of incidents
B.Park on a soft surface whenever practical
C.Attempt to position apparatus upwind of incident
D.Attempt to position apparatus downwind of incident
C.Attempt to position apparatus upwind of incident
5.Which is a method of protecting personnel from traffic at an incident? (138)
A.Allow vehicles through one at a time
B.Block lanes of the road where firefighters are operating
C.Stop all traffic within 50 yards of the scene in any direction
D.Stop all traffic within 100 yards of the scene in any direction
B.Block lanes of the road where firefighters are operating
6.When laying supply hose to the fire scene during a roadway response, lay the hose: (138)
A.to the side of the street.
B.so that it is not on the street.
C.alternating sides of the street.
D.down the middle of the street.
A.to the side of the street.
7.What location is generally considered the safest position for apparatus placement should a structural collapse occur? (138)
A.Middle of the structure
B.Corners of the structure
C.Slightly to the front of the structure
D.One-third the distance from the middle of the structure
B.Corners of the structure
structure
8.Why do some jurisdictions require pumpers yield an optimum position close to a building for an aerial apparatus? (140)
A.A pumper needs to be able to quickly leave incident scenes.
B.A pumper crew is generally more experienced than the aerial crew.
C.An aerial crew is generally more experienced than the pumper crew.
D.An aerial device, with its fixed length ladder or boom, is of no use positioned beyond its maximum reach.
D.An aerial device, with its fixed length ladder or boom, is of no use positioned beyond its maximum reach.
9.In the “inside/outside” method, when would an attack pumper be positioned on the side of the street closest to the building and the aerial apparatus be placed outboard of the pumper? (140)
A.If building is not totally engulfed
B.If building is a high value property
C.If building is less than five floors tall
D.If building is less than ten floors tall
C.If building is less than five floors tall
10.When positioning to support aerial apparatus, pumpers providing water supply for elevated stream operations should position: (141)
A.near the closest exit for the incident.
B.as closely to aerial apparatus as practical.
C.between the building and aerial apparatus.
D.as far away from aerial apparatus as practical.
B.as closely to aerial apparatus as practical.
11.Where should a pumper be positioned to supply a fire department connection most efficiently? (141)
A.As closely as possible to the water source
B.As close as possible to the seat of the fire
C.Half way between the water source and the fire
D.The first available parking area near the incident
A.As closely as possible to the water source
12.How is the pumper position to supply a fire department connection best determined? (141)
A.At the incident scene
B.As the incident progresses
C.Through preincident planning
D.During post-incident analysis and critique
C.Through preincident planning
13.When should fire departments identify suitable drafting sites in their response district? (141)
A.During preincident planning
B.En route to the incident scene
C.After occupants/owners request
D.After arriving at the incident scene
A.During preincident planning
14.Which site would be given preference for a drafting location? (142)
A.A surface with a large open area
B.A surface near a bank of a waterway
C.A location accessible from a hard surface
D.A site that is accessible without turning or backing
C.A location accessible from a hard surface
15.Which is the preferred type of hose for making hydrant connections? (143)
A.Small diameter intake hose
B.Large diameter intake hose
C.Hose in sections at least 100 feet in length
D.Hose in sections less than 50 feet in length
B.Large diameter intake hose
16.When might tandem pumping operations may be needed? (144)
A.During inclement weather conditions
B.During the growth stages of a fully involved building
C.When one strong hydrant is used to supply two pumpers
D.When pressures higher than a single engine is capable of supplying are required
D.When pressures higher than a single engine is capable of supplying are required
17.Which statement about positioning for wildland fire attack is MOST accurate? (146)
A.Wildland positioning is similar to structural positioning.
B.Apparatus should be moved a maximum of three times.
C.Apparatus are positioned in a single location and rarely move from that position.
D.Apparatus are seldom positioned in same location for the duration of an incident.
D.Apparatus are seldom positioned in same location for the duration of an incident.
18.Which is a guideline for positioning for structure protection during a wildland fire? (147)
A.Park apparatus on the roadway
B.Position apparatus on the windward side of the structure
C.Park as close as physically possible to the structure
D.Clear away any nearby brush that may serve as fuel
D.Clear away any nearby brush that may serve as fuel
19.What may be needed when driving the vehicle in conditions of reduced visibility during a wildland fire attack? (147)
A.LED or other special headlights
B.Use of aircraft identifying hazards
C.Spotter walking ahead of the apparatus
D.Firefighter in cab using high quality binoculars
C.Spotter walking ahead of the apparatus
20.When the apparatus is operated in a stationary position during a wildland fire attack, it should be placed in an area that: (147)
A.provides an overview of the fire.
B.can also be used as the command center.
C.allows firefighters to make a temporary fire break.
D.affords maximum protection from heat and flames.
D.affords maximum protection from heat and flames.
21.When positioning during wildland fire attack, the vehicle should be positioned facing the direction of an exit path with the: (148)
A.front wheels straight.
B.wheels left unchocked.
C.emergency brake disengaged.
D.front wheels turned slightly to the left or right.
A.front wheels straight.
22.Vehicles should not be driven over bridges unless the: (148)
A.bridge provides the fastest route.
B.bridge was constructed within the last ten years.
C.bridge is constructed with supports underneath it.
D.weight of the apparatus is known to be within the capacity of the structure.
D.weight of the apparatus is known to be within the capacity of the structure.
23.Driver/operators should not attempt to ford streams with a vehicle unless: (148)
A.the stream depth will not reach the top of the tires.
B.there is not another route to reach the intended destination.
C.it has been specifically designed to operate in such conditions.
D.the driver/operator has witnessed another vehicle crossing the stream.
C.it has been specifically designed to operate in such conditions.
24.Why should hoselines be kept short for apparatus capable of mounting a mobile fire attack? (148)
A.To facilitate movement
B.To minimize possible damage
C.To ensure backup hose is available
D.To allow for use by fewer firefighters
A.To facilitate movement
