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What is the standard on Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health Program?

NFPA 1500 (correct)

NFPA 10

NFPA 1001

NFPA 1931

Which standard identifies minimum job performance requirements for fire fighters?

NFPA 1001 (correct)

NFPA 10

NFPA 1983

NFPA 1500

At what temperature does steel melt?

Around 1000 degrees

At what temperature does wood off gas?

Around 500 degrees Signup and view all the answers

What is a rapid transition from the growth stage to the fully developed stage called?

Flashover Signup and view all the answers

What is the first stage of the burning process in a confined space?

Incipient stage Signup and view all the answers

What is the total quantity of combustible contents of a building called?

Fuel load Signup and view all the answers

What is a step-by-step written plan that ensures consistent task execution called?

Procedure Signup and view all the answers

What is the rule on how personnel should perform routine functions called?

Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Signup and view all the answers

What provides a set of principles or protocols for carrying out tasks?

Standard Signup and view all the answers

What is a guide to decision-making in an organization called?

Policy Signup and view all the answers

What type of window has two or more slashes and moves horizontally?

Horizontal Sliding Signup and view all the answers

What type of window can be opened during rain?

Awning Signup and view all the answers

What window consists of overlapping glass sections that swing outward?

Jalousie Signup and view all the answers

What type of window swings outward and slides in grooves?

Projecting Signup and view all the answers

What type of window has two sashes moving past each other vertically?

Pivoting Signup and view all the answers

What are horizontal structural members supporting ceilings or floors called?

Joists Signup and view all the answers

What are lightweight wood trusses constructed of?

2 x 3 inch or 2 x 4 inch members Signup and view all the answers

What connects and strengthens intersections of truss components?

Gusset Plate Signup and view all the answers

What is an inclined beam supporting a roof called?

Rafter Signup and view all the answers

What is a wall that supports only its own weight called?

Non-Load Bearing Wall Signup and view all the answers

What type of ladder has folding hooks at the top end?

Roof Ladder Signup and view all the answers

What type of ladder is single-section and collapsible?

Folding ladder Signup and view all the answers

What type of ladder can be extended to a desired height?

Extension ladder Signup and view all the answers

What type of ladder can be used as a single, extension, or A-frame ladder?

Combination ladder Signup and view all the answers

What are the cross members that provide foothold for climbing called?

Rungs Signup and view all the answers

What are two lengthwise members of a truss ladder beam called?

Rails Signup and view all the answers

What is the rope or cable used to hoist the fly section?

Halyard Signup and view all the answers

What devices hold the fly section in place after it is extended?

Pawls/Dogs Signup and view all the answers

What class of fire is classified as common combustibles?

Class A Signup and view all the answers

What class of fire includes flammable liquids and gases?

Class B Signup and view all the answers

What class of fire pertains to live electrical equipment?

Class C Signup and view all the answers

What class of fire is classified as combustible metals?

Class D Signup and view all the answers

What class of fire involves cooking oils and fats?

Class K Signup and view all the answers

What does Type I fire construction refer to?

Fire resistant Signup and view all the answers

What does Type II construction entail?

Non-combustible construction Signup and view all the answers

What is Type III construction also known as?

Ordinary Construction Signup and view all the answers

What is Type IV construction characterized by?

Heavy Timber Construction Signup and view all the answers

What is Type V construction?

Wood construction Signup and view all the answers

What does NFPA 1931 refer to?

Standard for Manufacturer Design of Fire Department Ground Ladders Signup and view all the answers

What is NFPA 10 about?

Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers Signup and view all the answers

What type of damage is referred to as primary damage?

Damage caused by fire and smoke Signup and view all the answers

When are special loss-control-related concerns identified?

During preincident planning Signup and view all the answers

Depending on the size and organization of a fire department, who are salvage operations typically assigned to?

Ladder companies Signup and view all the answers

What material are salvage covers typically made of?

Waterproof canvas or vinyl Signup and view all the answers

When does splicing covers with watertight joints become necessary?

When objects or groupings are too large to be covered with a single cover Signup and view all the answers

What factor affects the rate and direction of the spread of exterior fires?

Wind direction Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Fire Department Standards

NFPA 1500: Standard for Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health Programs, establishing a consensus on safety and health practices in fire services.
NFPA 1001: Specifies minimum job performance requirements (JPRs) for career and volunteer firefighters focusing on structural duties.

Fire Behavior and Properties

Steel melts at approximately 1000 degrees.
Wood begins to off-gas around 500 degrees.
Flashover: A critical fire event signifying a rapid transition from growth stage to fully developed stage.
Incipient stage: Initial phase of combustion in a confined space with minimal heat spread.

Structure and Safety Terms

Fuel load: Total amount of combustible materials in a building, including finishes.
Procedure: A detailed, step-by-step written plan linked to policy for consistent task execution.
Standard Operating Procedure (SOP): Established rules for conducting routine functions or emergency actions.
Standard: Set of principles or protocols that outline minimum procedures or standards.
Policy: Framework that guides decision-making within an organization.

Windows and Construction Elements

Horizontal Sliding Window: Features two or more slashes, moving horizontally within the frame.
Awning Window: Top-hinged window allowing for ventilation during rain.
Jalousie Window: Comprises narrow overlapping glass sections that swing outward.
Projecting Window: Swings outward and slides in grooves, typically operated by a push bar.
Pivoting Window: Two sashes move past each other vertically.

Structural Components

Joists: Horizontal members that provide ceiling or floor support.
Lightweight Wood Truss: Structural supports using 2x3 or 2x4 members connected by gusset plates.
Gusset Plate: Metal or wooden plates connecting and reinforcing truss components.
Rafter: Inclined beam supporting a roof, to which decking is attached.
Non-Load Bearing Wall: Interior wall only supporting its own weight.

Ladders and Equipment

Roof Ladder: Straight ladder equipped with folding hooks for stability.
Folding Ladder: Single-section collapsible ladder designed for maneuverability in tight spaces.
Extension Ladder: Variable-length ladder that extends to a desired height through multiple sections.
Combination Ladder: Versatile ladder usable as a single, extension, or A-frame.

Ladder Components

Rungs: Cross members providing footholds for ascending.
Rails: Lengthwise ladder beam members separated by truss or separation blocks.
Halyard: Rope or cable used to hoist the fly section.
Pawls/Dogs: Devices securing the fly section in place once extended.

Fire Classification

Class A: Common combustibles such as wood and paper.
Class B: Flammable liquids and gases.
Class C: Live electrical equipment hazards.
Class D: Combustible metals.
Class K: Cooking oils and fats.

Construction Types

Type I Fire: Fire-resistant structures.
Type II: Non-combustible construction.
Type III: Ordinary construction.
Type IV: Heavy timber construction.
Type V: Wood construction.

NFPA Standards for Equipment

NFPA 1931: Standard for fire department ground ladders' design.
NFPA 1932: Standard for the use, maintenance, and service of ground ladders.
NFPA 10: Standard for portable fire extinguishers.
NFPA 1983: Standard for life safety rope.
NFPA 1963: Standard for hose couplings and adapters.
NFPA 1961: Standard for fire hose.
NFPA 1971: Standard for personal protective equipment (PPE).

Damage and Operational Concerns

Primary Damage: Destruction caused directly by fire and smoke.
Salvage Operations: Generally led by ladder companies, focusing on loss control during incidents.
Salvage Covers: Typically made from waterproof canvas or vinyl, used to protect valuable items.
Splicing Covers: Necessary when items are too large for a single cover; ensures coverage with watertight joints.
Wind Direction: Influences the rate and spread direction of exterior fires.

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Test your knowledge of fire department safety and health standards with these flashcards. This quiz covers important NFPA standards such as NFPA 1500 and NFPA 1001, essential for both career and volunteer firefighters. Perfect for those preparing for the NYS BEFO exam.