Fire Safety and Search & Rescue Techniques
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What type of skills are listed in the text that require supplemental training beyond the manual?

  • Basic first aid
  • Communications/command structure (correct)
  • Wilderness survival
  • Structural firefighting

Which of the following is NOT listed as a skill that requires supplemental training?

  • Fast water and ice rescue
  • Basic first aid (correct)
  • Technical rope rescue
  • Vehicle extrication

What type of emergency operations are mentioned as skills requiring supplemental training?

  • Marine rescue
  • Building maintenance
  • Wildland fires (correct)
  • Environmental conservation

Which of the following is NOT a skill listed in the text that requires supplemental training?

<p>Cave exploration (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of operations are mentioned in the text that require supplemental training?

<p>Underground emergency operations (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key component of emergency response according to the text?

<p>Use of Portable Fire Extinguisher (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do before attempting to use a fire extinguisher?

<p>Check for significant external damage (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should you approach a fire when using a fire extinguisher?

<p>From the upwind side (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you aim at when using a fire extinguisher?

<p>The base of the fire (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do to determine the functionality of a fire extinguisher before using it?

<p>Activate the trigger for a quick test (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is advised regarding maintaining distance from a fire when using a fire extinguisher?

<p>Advance slowly and maintain a safe distance at all times (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should rescuers do if they encounter a casualty or a problem during the search?

<p>Reverse the direction they used upon entry (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can team members extend their reach during a search operation?

<p>By using tools (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should rescuers do when they find a room in a search area has been checked?

<p>Mark an 'x' on the door (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what conditions should rescuers crawl and move cautiously during a search operation?

<p>Smoke conditions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the second fundamental principle of mine rescue operations?

<p>Locating, retrieving, and tending to casualties (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must rescuers maintain while performing a search to keep track of each other?

<p>Visual, tactile, or verbal communication (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of structural search and rescue?

<p>Locate and remove trapped occupants (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should rescuers enter a structure during search and rescue operations?

<p>By checking for heat and assessing for smoke/fire (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should rescuers do before opening a closed door during a search operation?

<p>Check the door, knobs/handles, and hinges for heat (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one important factor to consider when determining entry into a room?

<p>The direction in which the door swings (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to keep low and open a door slowly during interior search and rescue?

<p>To prevent backdraft and be aware of potential hazards (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are primary searches in interior search and rescue focused on?

<p>Conducting searches in the most critical areas first (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of stabilization in a rescue operation?

<p>To ensure the safety of the rescuers and prevent further injury to casualties (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a method used for stabilization in a rescue operation?

<p>Fire hoses (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can access to a casualty be gained during an extrication process?

<p>Through a normal operating door (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to shut down all electrical systems in a vehicle during a rescue operation?

<p>To prevent complications such as movement and combustion (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the guiding principle for extrication in rescue operations?

<p>To remove the vehicle from around the casualty (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why must casualties be properly packaged before extrication?

<p>To ensure their safety during the removal process (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of structural search and rescue operations?

<p>Locate and remove trapped occupants (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for rescuers to maintain awareness of the potential for backdraft when opening doors during interior search and rescue?

<p>To avoid flashback of flames towards the rescuers (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which action is NOT recommended before entering a structure or room during search and rescue operations?

<p>Rapidly push the door open (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During an interior search and rescue operation, what should rescuers focus on in primary searches?

<p>Critical areas with highest urgency (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In terms of fire extinguishing techniques, what should be avoided when trying to extinguish a fire?

<p>Turning your back on the fire (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What additional technique might be required when extinguishing ignited pressurized gas vapor?

<p>Specific techniques as needed (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should rescuers do if they encounter a casualty or problem during a search?

<p>Reverse the direction of movement used upon entry (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can team members extend their reach during a search operation?

<p>By maintaining communication and using tools (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended action to indicate that a room has been searched?

<p>Mark an 'x' on the door (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should rescuers crawl and move cautiously during a search operation?

<p>In smoke conditions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for rescuers to maintain visual, tactile, or verbal communication during a search?

<p>To track each other's location and status (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should rescuers behave if they find a casualty during a search operation?

<p>Reverse their direction of movement used upon entry to exit the structure (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential to shut down all electrical systems within a vehicle during a rescue operation?

<p>To avoid complications such as movement and combustion (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary objective of the rescue operation in terms of the casualty?

<p>To remove the vehicle from around the casualty (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What crucial step must be taken before attempting to gain access to a casualty during an extrication process?

<p>Isolating the vehicle's electrical systems (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following materials can be used for stabilization in a rescue operation?

<p>Ropes and tie-down straps (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of cribbing in a rescue operation?

<p>To stabilize and support the vehicle (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it critical for rescuers to properly package casualties before extrication?

<p>To avoid endangering rescuers with vehicle movement (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in using a fire extinguisher according to the text?

<p>Determine the class, size, and phase of the fire (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be aimed at when using a fire extinguisher as per the text?

<p>At the base of the fire (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it recommended to approach a fire from the upwind side as mentioned in the text?

<p>To monitor wind direction and adapt if necessary (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key component of effective emergency response based on the text?

<p>Understanding how to use a fire extinguisher (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done before attempting to use a fire extinguisher according to the text?

<p>Prepare the extinguisher by pulling out the pin or pressurizing it (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is advised regarding maintaining distance when using a fire extinguisher based on the text?

<p>Approach slowly and maintain a safe distance at all times (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct sequence of actions for rescuers when dealing with casualties trapped in vehicles?

<p>Stabilize the vehicle, identify and control hazards, and then proceed with extrication activities (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of triage in multiple-casualty incidents?

<p>To prioritize casualty management based on severity of injuries (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why should rescuers never place themselves in a pinch point or danger zone while stabilizing a vehicle?

<p>To prevent potential injury to themselves (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should injured casualties be moved before receiving treatment?

<p>Only if there is an immediate danger to the casualty (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What principle should rescuers follow regarding airbags in vehicles during extrication?

<p>Assume all airbags have deployed (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential for rescuers to isolate potential energy sources before beginning extrication activities?

<p>To minimize risks associated with potential hazards (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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