***FFP LWPD's

Question 0

What is the “Primary Consideration” in PDs constructed with LW materials?

Answer 0

Collapse, is ALWAYS the Primary Consideration in buildings constructed with LW material.
Ch.6 1.7

Question 1

T/F

The “Primary Emphasis” is an Exterior Attack unless the fire is minor or confined to a small area.

Answer 1

TRUE

Ch. 6 4.1.7

Question 2

T/F

In any building construction the critical area subject to failure as a result of fire is the point of connection.

Answer 2

TRUE

1.5

Question 3

Traditional PDs built of ordinary construction can collapse within___minutes when there is no ceiling to provide protection therefore exposing structural components. 1.6

Answer 3

20 Minutes  (1 Hour if protected)
1.6

Question 4

In PDs with LW Materials, when fire extends from the building contents to its structural components, collapse can occur within how many minutes?

Answer 4

Within 5-10 minutes.

PD Ch6 1.7

Question 5

What is of “Paramount Importance at a LWPD Fire?

Answer 5

Positioning the 1st hose line for early extinguishment or control of a contents fire that has not extended to the structural components.
1.7

Question 6

T/F

Collapse in LW structures can occur suddenly and with little or no warning signs.

Answer 6

TRUE

1.7

Question 7

LW construction often provides for the creation of large rooms. Areas unsupported by columns with spans > than___’ are generally an indication that LW construction is present.

Answer 7

> than 25 feet

1.8

Question 8

What type of LW construction would a contractor use to span spaces over 60 feet?

Answer 8

Laminated wood I-Beams

3.3.1

Question 9

T/F Unless the fire is minor, or confined to a small area, the PRIMARY EMPHASIS for a fire in a LW building UNDER CONSTRUCTION is that of an exterior attack.

Answer 9

TRUE Exterior streams should be positioned and operated from safe area outside the collapse zone 4.1.7

Question 10

What is an indication that there is a fire in a trussloft?

Answer 10

The presence of smoke pushing at the floor line on the outside of a building. 4.1.12

Question 11

T/F When the above mentioned is evident at a PD fire, it is an indication that the probability of collapse is significantly increased.

Answer 11

TRUE Statement

4.1.12

Question 12

Nozzle FFs should use the___method due to the potential of fire and heat weakening the floor system and causing a collapse.

Answer 12

…“Leg Forward” method…

4.2.6

Question 13

T/F

Under NO circumstances shall the roof be cut in any peaked or flat roof building of LW construction.

Answer 13

TRUE Statement

4.3.8