IFSTA 6th Edition Mid Term Study Guide Latest

IFSTA 6th Edition Mid Term Study Guide Latest Update - Actual Exam with 220 Questions and 100% Verified Correct Answers Guaranteed A+ Approved by the Professor

A catchall may be temporary to control large amounts of water until chutes are constructed: - CORRECT ANSWER: B. to route water outside.

A department type is determined by how: - CORRECT ANSWER: B. an organization is funded

A fire stream is a stream of water or extinguishing agent after it: - CORRECT ANSWER:

• leaves the fire hose nozzle until it reaches the desired target.

A firefighter experiencing lightheadedness, disorientation, and rapid fatigue most likely has: - CORRECT ANSWER: A. an oxygen deficiency

A striking tool is a basic hand tool with: - CORRECT ANSWER: B. a weighted head attached to handle.

After entering the structure, firefighters should use their _____ to increase awareness. -

CORRECT ANSWER: A. senses

Air-aspirating nozzles must be used with: - CORRECT ANSWER: D. protein and flouoroprotein concentrates.

Allowing natural air currents and pressure differences to move smoke and heat out of the building is natural: - CORRECT ANSWER: D. Horizontal ventilation

As water is vaporized into steam, it expands approximately ____ its original volume. -

CORRECT ANSWER: C. 1700 times 1 / 3

At fires involving stacked and piled materials, fire streams should be directed at the: A.middle of the fire.B.extreme edge of the fire.C.exposures surrounding the fire.

D.ground, deflecting up onto the fire. - CORRECT ANSWER: B. Extreme edge of the

fire

Automatic sprinkler tongs, stoppers, and wedges are tools used to: - CORRECT

ANSWER: B. stop the flow of water from an open sprinkler.

Characteristics of water that make it valuable for fire extinguishment include: -

CORRECT ANSWER: C. a greater heat-absorbing capacity than other agents.

Charged hoselines should be present during overhaul operations of a fire incident: -

CORRECT ANSWER: A. due to the threat of reignition.

Combustibles adjacent to the ductwork of an HVAC system should be checked in case

___ has caused additional fires. - CORRECT ANSWER: A. conduction

Crawling in heavy smoke or extreme heat can increase: - CORRECT ANSWER: A.visibility

Deciding whether to walk upright or crawl during a structural search depends on the: -

CORRECT ANSWER: A. conditions in the environment

Devices used to remove water from basements and elevator shafts are referred to as: -

CORRECT ANSWER: D. dewatering devices.

During a structural search, firefighters should monitor radio traffic for: - CORRECT

ANSWER: A. changes in orders. 2 / 3

During hoisting, which of the following actions is the BEST way to help prevent damage

to the equipment? - CORRECT ANSWER: C. Using proper knots and securing

procedures

During salvage procedures, where should the contents of the structure be placed once

they are removed? - CORRECT ANSWER: D. Stacked on dry surface not near where

firefighters may be collecting debris for disposal

During size-up, a firefighter should identify a building's construction type and: -

CORRECT ANSWER: A. potential for collapse.

Fire hydrant markings can be used to designate:

A.flow capacity.B.typical water pressure.C.distance from the next hydrant.

D.distance from nearest fire department. - CORRECT ANSWER: A. Flow capacity

Fire hydrant tops and discharge caps should be painted as required in:

A.NFPA¨ 71.

B.NFPA¨ 291.

C.NFPA¨ 524.

D.NFPA¨ 1963. - CORRECT ANSWER: B. NFPA 291

Fire hydrants should be inspected and operated at least:

A.once a year.B.twice a year.C.once every other year.

D.once every five years. - CORRECT ANSWER: B. Twice a year

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