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Inside truck responsibilities are all the following except:
Inside truck responsibilities are all the following except:
Which of the following is not one of the commandments of Truck Company Operations?
Which of the following is not one of the commandments of Truck Company Operations?
__________ along with ___________ are the most essential elements that collectively combine to develop an effective truck company.
__________ along with ___________ are the most essential elements that collectively combine to develop an effective truck company.
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Primary truck company responsibilities are all the following except:
Primary truck company responsibilities are all the following except:
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Which of the following are fireground operations that occur at most structure fires?
Which of the following are fireground operations that occur at most structure fires?
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Basic operational duties can be pre-determined as a routine operation.
Basic operational duties can be pre-determined as a routine operation.
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Common equipment taken inside a structure fire by the truck company is all the following except:
Common equipment taken inside a structure fire by the truck company is all the following except:
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What ladder allows a firefighter to ascend the exterior windows by attaching the ladder to the exterior of the building?
What ladder allows a firefighter to ascend the exterior windows by attaching the ladder to the exterior of the building?
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There are ______ rules of fireground safety.
There are ______ rules of fireground safety.
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How many commandments are there of Truck Company Operations?
How many commandments are there of Truck Company Operations?
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Training is the most important non-emergency function in the fire service.
Training is the most important non-emergency function in the fire service.
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The first dedicated ladder companies are drawn by?
The first dedicated ladder companies are drawn by?
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Reasons for having a consistent person assigned to an apparatus are all the following except:
Reasons for having a consistent person assigned to an apparatus are all the following except:
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The minimum staffing levels for a truck should be _____ persons with an optimal staffing level consisting of _____ members.
The minimum staffing levels for a truck should be _____ persons with an optimal staffing level consisting of _____ members.
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Fire suppression often consists of which two basic components?
Fire suppression often consists of which two basic components?
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Before any truck apparatus responds to an incident, the initial requirements for safe timely and competent operation of an apparatus is a(n) ____________ operator with the right ____________.
Before any truck apparatus responds to an incident, the initial requirements for safe timely and competent operation of an apparatus is a(n) ____________ operator with the right ____________.
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If speed is doubled, perception distance is __________ and braking distance is about __________ as great.
If speed is doubled, perception distance is __________ and braking distance is about __________ as great.
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Which NFPA deals with the Standard on Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications?
Which NFPA deals with the Standard on Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications?
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NFPA statistics indicate that the third highest cause of death and injury to firefighters is?
NFPA statistics indicate that the third highest cause of death and injury to firefighters is?
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The term overhang refers to ____________.
The term overhang refers to ____________.
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How many basic considerations can dramatically affect the operational capabilities of a truck company?
How many basic considerations can dramatically affect the operational capabilities of a truck company?
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In the total stopping distance formula, ______________ is the largest single factor in total stopping distance.
In the total stopping distance formula, ______________ is the largest single factor in total stopping distance.
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Historically, most accidents involving emergency apparatus occur in _______________.
Historically, most accidents involving emergency apparatus occur in _______________.
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When responding code 3, the right of way is given to fire apparatus drives by law but the driver never _____________ it.
When responding code 3, the right of way is given to fire apparatus drives by law but the driver never _____________ it.
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All the following must be known to efficiently and safely operate apparatus during an emergency response except?
All the following must be known to efficiently and safely operate apparatus during an emergency response except?
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How many steps of visual awareness are there?
How many steps of visual awareness are there?
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A platform aerial ladder can flow up to ________ GPM.
A platform aerial ladder can flow up to ________ GPM.
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Which of the following is not used to determine the gross vehicle weight (GVW) of an apparatus?
Which of the following is not used to determine the gross vehicle weight (GVW) of an apparatus?
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After 1991, NFPA were required to have minimum tip load of _________.
After 1991, NFPA were required to have minimum tip load of _________.
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An aerial truck with a pump, tank, and hose is called a __________.
An aerial truck with a pump, tank, and hose is called a __________.
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A equipment compartment where the tray is accessible from both sides of the apparatus is called a _____________ compartment.
A equipment compartment where the tray is accessible from both sides of the apparatus is called a _____________ compartment.
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Not only does air ride suspension offer a superior ride but also _________________.
Not only does air ride suspension offer a superior ride but also _________________.
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Conventional construction employs _______________ members.
Conventional construction employs _______________ members.
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______________ type construction relies on the summation of its members for its strength.
______________ type construction relies on the summation of its members for its strength.
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_______________ is/are a good indication of light weight truss construction.
_______________ is/are a good indication of light weight truss construction.
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NFPA statistics indicate that injuries and deaths related to structural incidents are a result of all of the following primary factors except:
NFPA statistics indicate that injuries and deaths related to structural incidents are a result of all of the following primary factors except:
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Conventional construction uses ridge boards and rafters of ____________ or larger.
Conventional construction uses ridge boards and rafters of ____________ or larger.
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Sawtooth roofs are used to:
Sawtooth roofs are used to:
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Conventional construction uses lumber dimensions of ___________ or greater.
Conventional construction uses lumber dimensions of ___________ or greater.
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Lightweight construction strength is derived from ______________ and _______________.
Lightweight construction strength is derived from ______________ and _______________.
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Smoke is a combination of all the following except:
Smoke is a combination of all the following except:
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The ____________ of smoke is normally not associated with the color of smoke, but it can be a graphic indicator of the quantity of fire, its extension, and its potential flammability.
The ____________ of smoke is normally not associated with the color of smoke, but it can be a graphic indicator of the quantity of fire, its extension, and its potential flammability.
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Which are characteristics of potential backdraft?
Which are characteristics of potential backdraft?
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Which of the following is a trademark sign for flashover?
Which of the following is a trademark sign for flashover?
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All the following relate to the dynamics of smoke except:
All the following relate to the dynamics of smoke except:
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How many lines of deaths duty deaths occur in the American Fire Service each year?
How many lines of deaths duty deaths occur in the American Fire Service each year?
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Upon arrival, the decision to perform in the offensive mode is made, it is equally important to monitor interior smoke as it is exterior smoke.
Upon arrival, the decision to perform in the offensive mode is made, it is equally important to monitor interior smoke as it is exterior smoke.
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How many sides to the building are?
How many sides to the building are?
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Atmospheric pressure is:
Atmospheric pressure is:
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The ___________ of the smoke can often be a graphic indicator of the potential flammability of the smoke and the visibility within a building.
The ___________ of the smoke can often be a graphic indicator of the potential flammability of the smoke and the visibility within a building.
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The presence of a drop bar/security bar mounted internally can be recognized by ______________ on the exterior face of the door.
The presence of a drop bar/security bar mounted internally can be recognized by ______________ on the exterior face of the door.
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Wood door construction may be all the following except:
Wood door construction may be all the following except:
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John Mittendorf's Truck Company Operations states the ________________ is one of the most flexible tools in the fire service, and every fire department has them in abundance.
John Mittendorf's Truck Company Operations states the ________________ is one of the most flexible tools in the fire service, and every fire department has them in abundance.
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Aluminum framed glass door has this type of lock:
Aluminum framed glass door has this type of lock:
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When cutting a chain link fence with a rotary saw, start your cut ___________ feet down from the top.
When cutting a chain link fence with a rotary saw, start your cut ___________ feet down from the top.
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A rotary saw that is primarily used for forcible entry should be carried with the blade in the ________________ position so the blade can be positioned and used in tight spaces.
A rotary saw that is primarily used for forcible entry should be carried with the blade in the ________________ position so the blade can be positioned and used in tight spaces.
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Windows can be broken effectively by:
Windows can be broken effectively by:
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When cutting the drive chain for a horizontally opened gate, always cut (or disable) the _____________ length of the chain that is attached to the fence.
When cutting the drive chain for a horizontally opened gate, always cut (or disable) the _____________ length of the chain that is attached to the fence.
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All the following are types of overhead doors except:
All the following are types of overhead doors except:
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When attacking a lock using the through the lock method, once the cylinder of a mortise lock is removed, insert a key tool and move the bolt to the ________ or _________ position to open the lock.
When attacking a lock using the through the lock method, once the cylinder of a mortise lock is removed, insert a key tool and move the bolt to the ________ or _________ position to open the lock.
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Freight elevators are generally less complicated and serve a different purpose. ____________ elevators can be as large as 12'x14' and have a carrying capacity of up to 3 tons.
Freight elevators are generally less complicated and serve a different purpose. ____________ elevators can be as large as 12'x14' and have a carrying capacity of up to 3 tons.
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All the following are basic types of doors used on elevators except:
All the following are basic types of doors used on elevators except:
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Two types of elevators commonly used today are:
Two types of elevators commonly used today are:
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When a fire occurs in an elevator machinery room, the probable seat of the fire will be the:
When a fire occurs in an elevator machinery room, the probable seat of the fire will be the:
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______________ are designed to quickly move passengers to different levels within a multi-story building.
______________ are designed to quickly move passengers to different levels within a multi-story building.
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If an escalator emergency occurs where a body part or piece of clothing gets tangled in the stop treads or guard plates, the emergency stop button must be pressed. Once the escalator has stopped and all passengers are cleared of the escalator, the treads can be moved backwards by _____________.
If an escalator emergency occurs where a body part or piece of clothing gets tangled in the stop treads or guard plates, the emergency stop button must be pressed. Once the escalator has stopped and all passengers are cleared of the escalator, the treads can be moved backwards by _____________.
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The principal hazard of any fire in an elevator hoist way is ___________.
The principal hazard of any fire in an elevator hoist way is ___________.
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The door that is seen from the hallway of each floor of the building is referred to as the ____________.
The door that is seen from the hallway of each floor of the building is referred to as the ____________.
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The door on the elevator car is referred to as the ___________ and travels with the car.
The door on the elevator car is referred to as the ___________ and travels with the car.
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After all primary means of extrication have been exhausted or extrication is immediately required due to serious injury or imminent danger to passengers, wall ________________ should be considered.
After all primary means of extrication have been exhausted or extrication is immediately required due to serious injury or imminent danger to passengers, wall ________________ should be considered.
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What NFPA standard governs recommendations for ladder construction?
What NFPA standard governs recommendations for ladder construction?
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Ground ladders are constructed from wood, metal, and __________.
Ground ladders are constructed from wood, metal, and __________.
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At what temperature can metal ladders suddenly fail?
At what temperature can metal ladders suddenly fail?
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What are the two considerations of ladder considerations?
What are the two considerations of ladder considerations?
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What is the minimum NFPA recommended feet of ground ladders that a truck company carry?
What is the minimum NFPA recommended feet of ground ladders that a truck company carry?
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What is the NFPA standard that recommends the minimum amount of ground ladders a truck company carries?
What is the NFPA standard that recommends the minimum amount of ground ladders a truck company carries?
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What is the NFPA standard for maintenance of ground ladders?
What is the NFPA standard for maintenance of ground ladders?
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How much does a metal 35' extension ladder weigh?
How much does a metal 35' extension ladder weigh?
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What ladder can a 35-foot ladder replace?
What ladder can a 35-foot ladder replace?
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Which of these is a ladder characteristic?
Which of these is a ladder characteristic?
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To put or take in place of something else; substitute; to make different, alter. What word is the previous statement the definition of?
To put or take in place of something else; substitute; to make different, alter. What word is the previous statement the definition of?
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The average amount of time a human can go without a minimum of 15% oxygen is:
The average amount of time a human can go without a minimum of 15% oxygen is:
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What crucial factor does building code not address or consider?
What crucial factor does building code not address or consider?
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What is the definition of rescue?
What is the definition of rescue?
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What is the average sq/ft of a two-story residential home?
What is the average sq/ft of a two-story residential home?
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What is the definition of search?
What is the definition of search?
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What does the 'R' in RECEO stand for?
What does the 'R' in RECEO stand for?
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When is the highest occupancy load most likely to be?
When is the highest occupancy load most likely to be?
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Which of these is part of a size-up?
Which of these is part of a size-up?
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What type of construction are paper, wool, wood, and cotton found in?
What type of construction are paper, wool, wood, and cotton found in?
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What is the priority for handling utilities?
What is the priority for handling utilities?
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The following are examples of -blank- tools: Knife, Drop bag, Wire cutters, Wedges?
The following are examples of -blank- tools: Knife, Drop bag, Wire cutters, Wedges?
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An SCBA is highly recommended if carbon monoxide is over 50 parts per million.
An SCBA is highly recommended if carbon monoxide is over 50 parts per million.
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How many feet away should you keep overhaul materials away from walls?
How many feet away should you keep overhaul materials away from walls?
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What kind of approach should you use when performing overhaul and checking for extension?
What kind of approach should you use when performing overhaul and checking for extension?
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If the integrity of a ceiling is suspect, where should you stand when pulling ceiling?
If the integrity of a ceiling is suspect, where should you stand when pulling ceiling?
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What type of construction can provide a direct avenue to the attic from ground floor for fire?
What type of construction can provide a direct avenue to the attic from ground floor for fire?
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Which of the below answers is part of overhaul?
Which of the below answers is part of overhaul?
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When opening lath and plaster and gypsum board walls, where should you make your vertical cuts?
When opening lath and plaster and gypsum board walls, where should you make your vertical cuts?
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What tools are most useful when removing wood shake?
What tools are most useful when removing wood shake?
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Study Notes
Truck Company Operations
- Inside truck responsibilities do not include ventilation methods (horizontal, vertical, pressurized).
- Commandments of Truck Company Operations include understanding the laws of physics.
- Essential elements for effective truck operations are training and attitude.
- Primary responsibilities do not include master streams.
- Common fireground operations during structure fires: initial attack line, search, ventilation.
- Basic operational duties can be predetermined as routine operations.
- Common equipment brought inside during structure fires excludes scoop shovels.
- Pompier ladder enables firefighters to ascend to exterior windows.
- There are five rules of fireground safety.
- Ten commandments guide Truck Company Operations.
- Training is the most crucial non-emergency function in firefighting.
- Historically, dedicated ladder companies were drawn by humans.
- Consistent personnel assigned to apparatus provide efficient operation; rotation for experience can be counterproductive.
- Minimum staffing for a truck company is four, with an optimal level of six.
- Fire suppression comprises two main components: access to the fire and extinguishing it.
- A qualified operator with the right perspective is essential before apparatus responds to an incident.
- Doubling speed increases perception distance and quadruplicates braking distance.
- NFPA 1002 dictates the standard for fire apparatus driver/operator qualifications.
- Third leading cause of firefighter injuries and deaths is responding to incidents and returning to the station.
- Overhang refers to the portion of the trailer extending from the center of wheels to the rear.
- Six basic considerations significantly affect a truck company's operational capabilities.
- Speed is the largest factor in total stopping distance.
- Most accidents involving emergency apparatus occur at intersections.
- Fire apparatus drivers have the right of way legally, but they do not demand it.
- Key operational knowledge excludes the intimate maintenance schedule of vehicles.
- There are seven steps to visual awareness.
- A platform aerial ladder can flow up to 2,000 GPM.
- Gross vehicle weight (GVW) does not consider equipment weight.
- After 1991, NFPA requirements stipulated a minimum tip load of 250 units.
- An aerial truck equipped with a pump, tank, and hose is termed a quint.
- A transverse compartment is accessible from both sides of the apparatus.
- Air ride suspension enhances both ride quality and apparatus longevity.
- Conventional construction utilizes independent structural members.
- Lightweight construction derives strength from aggregation of its members.
- Light weight truss construction is indicated by 2x4 rafter tails.
- Primary factors for firefighter injuries and deaths in structural incidents exclude involvement in backdrafts.
- Conventional construction involves ridge boards and rafters of 2x6 or larger.
- Sawtooth roofs effectively increase light and ventilation.
- Smoke consists of gases, particles, and aerosols.
- The amount of smoke serves as a graphic indicator of fire quantity and potential flammability.
- All characteristics indicate potential for backdraft.
- Insufficient oxygen is a trademark signal of flashover.
- Smoke dynamics exclude “Positive” factors.
- Approximately 100 line-of-duty deaths occur annually in the American Fire Service.
- It's crucial to monitor both interior and exterior smoke when operating offensively.
- A building has six sides.
- Atmospheric pressure measures 14.7 PSI.
- Smoke density indicates the potential flammability and visibility conditions within a structure.
- A drop bar or security bar can be identified externally by carriage bolts.
- Wood door constructions exclude barn style.
- The pick head axe is widely regarded as a versatile tool in the fire service.
- Aluminum framed glass doors typically utilize a mortise lock (Adams-Rite).
- When cutting chain link fences, initiate the cut at least one foot from the top.
- Rotary saws for forcible entry should be carried with the blade in an outboard position.
- Breaking windows is effectively achieved by striking the upwind lower corner with a pick head axe.
- Always cut the short length of the drive chain attached to a fence when disabling gates.
- Types of overhead doors exclude jalousies.
- Through the lock method entails moving the bolt to either the 5 or 7 o'clock position after removing the mortise lock cylinder.
- Freight elevators are uncomplicated, often large, with a 3-ton capacity.
- Common types of elevators used today include electric and hydraulic.
- Fires in elevator machinery rooms typically center around the driving motor.
- Hoist way doors are located on each floor and are visible from the hallway.
- Cab doors travel with the elevator car.
- Consider wall breaching when all primary extrication methods are exhausted.
- NFPA standard 1931 regulates ladder construction recommendations.
- Ground ladders consist of wood, metal, and fiberglass.
- Metal ladders can fail suddenly at temperatures around 300°F.
- Considerations for ladder purchases include initial cost and ladder characteristics.
- NFPA recommends a minimum of 115 feet of ground ladders for a truck company.
- NFPA standard 1904 stipulates minimum ground ladder requirements for truck companies.
- NFPA 1932 governs ground ladder maintenance.
- A metal 35-foot extension ladder typically weighs between 122 to 175 lbs.
- A 35-foot ladder can replace ladders of all heights.
- Ladder characteristics encompass style, cost, and safety.
- "Change" is the definition of substituting or altering something.
- A human can survive 4 to 6 minutes without a minimum of 15% oxygen.
- Building codes do not account for time required on the fireground.
- Rescue is defined as freeing or saving someone from danger.
- Average square footage of a two-story residential home is 1,600 sqft.
- Search is defined as examining an area to find something.
- "R" in RECEO signifies "Rescue."
- Peak occupancy loads typically occur between 10 PM to 6 AM.
- Size-up considerations include type of occupancy, time of day, and building construction type.
- Paper, wool, wood, and cotton are representative of conventional construction materials.
- Utility management priorities are electrical, gas, and water.
- Hand tools include knives, drop bags, wire cutters, and wedges.
- SCBA is essential when carbon monoxide levels exceed 50 ppm.
- Keep overhaul materials three feet away from exterior walls.
- Overhaul and extension checks should follow a systematic approach.
- Stand in a doorway when pulling ceilings if the ceiling's integrity is questionable.
- Balloon frame construction can provide direct access for fire to an attic.
- Overhaul tasks may include safety, structural stability, and fire cause determination.
- Vertical cuts in lath and plaster or gypsum board walls should be made closest to the studs.
- Tools useful for removing wood shakes include a pickhead axe and square point shovel.
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