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Question 1

A drag rescue device is a component of the:

Answer 1

protective coat

Question 2

A structural firefighting PPE ensemble includes which specific piece of equipment?

Answer 2

PASS Device

Question 3

An oxygen deficient atmosphere contains less than what percent of oxygen?

Answer 3

19.5 percent

Question 4

Current NFPA standards require an SCBA EOSTI to sound when cylinder pressure drops to what percent of capacity?

Answer 4

25

Question 5

During use in actual firefighting conditions, the maximum realistic duration of an SCBA air supply is about what percent of its rated duration

Answer 5

50

Question 6

FIre fighters should be able to don and activate an scba within how many seconds?

Answer 6

60 seconds

Question 7

For which type of incident is a supplied air respirator most likely to be used for?

Answer 7

Industrial or some hazardous materials situations

Question 8

How much of the body is structural firefighting personal protective equipment designed to cover?

Answer 8

Full body

Question 9

How often must SCBA face pieces be fit-tested?

Answer 9

Every 12 months

Question 10

PPE exposed to hazardous conditions should undergo an initial reduction of contaminants:

Answer 10

immediately upon returning to the situation

Question 11

Pressure reading on an SCBA cylinder gauge and remote pressure gauge should not differ by _____ percent

Answer 11

15

Question 12

Recent studies have identified which hazard related to the use of protective hoods:

Answer 12

transfer of carcinogens from the hood to the skin

Question 13

Smoke contains _____ highly toxic products of combustion or physical states of matter.

Answer 13

three

Question 14

The function of RIC/ UAC is to provide air for:

Answer 14

Emergency refilling of a low air cylinder

Question 14

SCBA cylinders of aluminum, steel and carbon fiber must be hydrostatically tested every ____ years

Answer 14

5

Question 15

The multilayered or quilted layer of structural firefighting protective clothing is the:

Answer 15

thermal layer

Question 16

The outer shell of structural protective clothing is constructed of a flame-resistant material such as Nomez, Kevlar, or ____

Answer 16

PBI

Question 17

The primary function of a fire helmet ____ is intended to provide thermal protection

Answer 17

inner liner

Question 18

The realistic duration of an SCBA air supply is ____ than the rated duration

Answer 18

much shorter

Question 19

Turnout coats and trousers have a protective system that consists of ______ layers

Answer 19

Three

Question 20

What is a commonly used technique for conserving SCBA air?

Answer 20

Skip breathing

Question 21

What is a requirement for structural firefighting boots?

Answer 21

slip resistance sole

Question 22

What is the first step in cleaning SCBA?

Answer 22

Rinse the entire unit with clean water from a hose

Question 23

What is the function of an EOSTI?

Answer 23

warn an SCBA wearer of low cylinder pressure

Question 24

What is the primary function of the moisture barrier in structural firefighting PPE?

Answer 24

Prevent liquids and vapors from reaching the skin

Question 25

What is the primary function of the purge/bypass valve on an SCBA regulator?

Answer 25

Provide an emergency air supply in the event of a malfunction

Question 26

What is the purpose of a personal alert safety system?

Answer 26

Sound an alarm if a firefighter is motionless for a set period of time

Question 27

What is the term for the lower part of a protective hood?

Answer 27

Bib

Question 28

When donning SCBA, firefighters should check that the cylinder has a minimum of _____ percent of its rated maximum pressure

Answer 28

90

Question 29

Which NFPA standard deals with personal alert safety systems?

Answer 29

NFPA 1982

Question 29

Which NFPA standard deals with open-circuit self-contained breathing apparatus?

Answer 29

NFPA 1981

Question 30

Which NFPA standard deals with protective clothing and equipment for wild land firefighting?

Answer 30

NFPA 1977

Question 31

Which NFPA standard deals with protective ensemble for structural and proximity firefighting?

Answer 31

NFPA 1971

Question 32

Which agency sets the design, testing and certification standards for SCBA equipment?

Answer 32

National institute for occupational safety and health

Question 33

Which component of structural firefighting protective clothing is critical for protecting the body from steam burns?

Answer 33

moisture barrier

Question 34

What is a component of the Relly method of air conservation?

Answer 34

humming

Question 35

Which is an acceptable location for PPE that has undergone decontamination?

Answer 35

None

Question 36

Which is an approved material for structural firefighting boots?

Answer 36

leather

Question 37

Which item is an optional component of the structural firefighting protective ensemble

Answer 37

hearing protection

Question 38

Which part of the structural firefighting PPE ensemble is designed to protect the neck and ear?

Answer 38

the protective hood

Question 39

WHich statement about the care and use of PPE is correct?

Answer 39

Accumulated dirt and contamination increases the potential for failure of protective clothing

Question 40

Which piece of equipment must be worn with structural firefighting PPE and SCBA?

Answer 40

PASS Device

Question 41

Which statement about the use of a protective hood is correct?

Answer 41

Don the SCBA face first and then pull the hood up over it

Question 41

Which type of breathing apparatus offers protection only for specific, known hazards?

Answer 41

Air purifying respirator

Question 42

Which type of breathing apparatus recycles users exhaled air?

Answer 42

closed circuit