Questions and Answers
Why is a different type of courage required to save lives?
To stay safe in dangerous situations and avoid needless risks.
There are two main levels of responsibility related to fitness & fire apparatus operations, and preventing injuries/line of duty deaths. The second level involves:____________
The organization's commitment to providing the policies & tools to be able to stay safe.
One of the most effective ways to improve fire ground operations is to_______
Conduct an After Action Review (AAR).
What is the cornerstone of the effort to reduce line of duty deaths?
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Which of the following IS NOT a starting point to becoming a leader in the fire service?
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All too often we risk our lives needlessly for which of the following?
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Who is responsible for the health of a firefighter?
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A good officer understands that there are things he or she may be missing during an emergency incident and should encourage which of the following?
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Which of the following statements is NOT true related to a firefighter's reluctance to contradict or stop what they believe to be an unsafe act?
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What are some predictable outcomes when firefighters do not wear their masks?
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Researchers and those who fund fire service grants can be confident that the national research agenda included all the major fire service organizations and that it was developed using a consensus of all the organizations that attended.
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Firefighter life safety initiative #8 states that the fire service should 'utilize available technology wherever it can produce higher levels of health and safety'. Which of the following does NOT improve the safety outcome as it relates to implementing new technology?
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How can line of duty deaths (LODDs) be prevented?
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Initiative 10 concerning grants recommends that grant awards require proof that the department has:
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Whose job is it to speak up if the driver of the apparatus moves it prior to all members being in seatbelts?
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When firefighters are caught up in a violent incident, they become:___
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After Action Reviews are an opportunity to improve the way we do our jobs. They also identify if firefighters may be struggling psychologically, so they can get the help that they need.
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A solid fire prevention and public education program does what for firefighter safety?
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Code enforcement & fire suppression sprinklers are important to firefighter safety because research shows that modern-day fires:
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When designing new apparatus, you should form a committee that focuses on the latest safety innovations to make the departments firefighters safer.
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Study Notes
Courage in Life Saving
- Courage is crucial for staying safe in dangerous situations, emphasizing the need to avoid unnecessary risks.
Levels of Responsibility
- Two levels of responsibility in fitness and fire operations: personal responsibility and organizational commitment to safety policies and tools.
Improving Fire Ground Operations
- Conducting After Action Reviews (AAR) is one of the most effective ways to enhance fire ground operations.
Line of Duty Deaths
- The 16 life safety initiatives form the cornerstone in efforts to mitigate line of duty deaths among firefighters.
Leadership in Fire Service
- Effective fire service leadership does not rely on arbitrary and aggressive decision-making.
Risking Lives Needlessly
- Firefighters often take unnecessary risks to showcase aggressive firefighting capabilities, which can jeopardize their safety.
Personal Responsibility
- Each firefighter is responsible for their own health and safety.
Situational Awareness
- Good officers promote situational awareness among crew members and advocate for voicing health and safety concerns.
Questioning Unsafe Acts
- It's a misconception that only new personnel question unsafe acts; experienced members can also express concerns.
Risks of Not Wearing Masks
- Failing to wear masks can lead to immediate dangers like carbon monoxide poisoning and long-term health issues from various toxins.
National Research Agenda
- Confidence in national research agendas regarding firefighter safety lacks consensus from major organizations, indicating potential gaps.
Technology and Safety
- Firefighter life safety initiative #8 stresses the need to utilize available technology for health and safety; all members should be trained on its use, regardless of experience.
Preventing Line of Duty Deaths
- Implementing recommendations from near-miss investigations is key to reducing line of duty deaths (LODDs).
Grant Requirements
- Initiative 10 emphasizes that grant awards must require proof of departmental policies focused on firefighter health and safety.
Speaking Up on Safety
- It is everyone's responsibility on an apparatus to voice concerns if safety protocols, like wearing seatbelts, are not followed.
Impact of Violent Incidents
- When firefighters are involved in violent incidents, they can unintentionally become part of the problem.
Psychological Support
- After Action Reviews help identify firefighters needing psychological assistance to ensure their well-being.
Fire Prevention and Safety
- Effective fire prevention and public education significantly reduce firefighter deaths and injuries.
Modern Fire Intensity
- Research indicates that modern fires burn with greater intensity compared to those of 15-20 years ago.
Safety Innovations in Apparatus Design
- New apparatus should be designed by a committee focused on implementing the latest safety innovations for firefighter protection.
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This set of flashcards focuses on the essential concepts of courage and responsibility in fire safety and fitness, as outlined in the Fire Hero Learning Network. Explore the importance of personal responsibility and organizational support in preventing injuries and saving lives in emergency situations.
