Firefighter Level 2 Practice Test

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• Where should an investigator begin when moving inside the building to continue fire investigation?
• At an emergency scene, the safety officer reports directly to the:
• Which method of communication for sharing transfer-of-command information is considered most effective?
• In the FAILURE acronym, what does the "I" stand for?
• What is the primary purpose of a fire extinguisher?
• What is the most critical factor to determine when entering a burning structure?
• What is the effect of rest on physical endurance?
• Which statement about flame detectors is correct?
• Transporting a victim of a motor vehicle accident with hazardous materials can lead to what for ambulance personnel?
• Which method is commonly used to extinguish flammable liquid fires?
• In what type of occupancy do most civilian fire injuries occur?
• Traditionally, most fog nozzles operate at which nozzle pressure?
• Time marking is specifically intended to be an aid to whom?
• To force an inward-opening door, which part of the Halligan bar is inserted between the door and the jamb?
• When applying foam to a pool of burning fuel, it is important to avoid:
• What is the significance of a fire's "flash point"?
• What are the three common sensors found in a multigas meter?
• Generally speaking, a 1½" (38-mm) attack hose can flow:
• What is a primary advantage of a supplied-air respirator?
• Which sprinkler system valve uses a threaded shaft to indicate the position of the valve?
• How does the vapor pressure of a liquid relate to its rate of evaporation?
• What chemical-protective clothing is a single-piece garment that totally encloses the wearer?
• Which is a form of secondary loss?
• You have dug a shallow pit to collect and hold a hazardous liquid. Which control tactic is this?
• A roll-over protection system is most likely to be found in which type of vehicle?
• What is formed by reversing the direction of a rope to create a "U" bend with two parallel ends?
• Which characteristic is crucial in determining how building materials will behave in a fire?
• Which is a common cause of deterioration in natural fiber ropes?
• SCBA cylinders of aluminum, steel, and carbon-fiber must be hydrostatically tested every _____ years.
• Which is an ICS single resource?
• Which type of fire extinguisher is suitable for use on electrical fires?
• What defines secondary contamination?
• What is a fundamental aspect of firefighter discipline?
• Which is one of the two greatest hazards at a confined-space incident?
• A shove knife is most often used on which type of entry?
• What is the most common type of fire suppression system?
• What is the small area of vapor space above the liquid in tanks?
• A duck-billed lock breaker is used to:
• For which preconnected hose load does the firefighter shoulder part of the load, with hose deploying off the top of that load as the firefighter advances?
• How can a thermal imaging camera be useful at a hazardous materials spill?
• In what scenario does a larger vertical ventilation opening enhance interior conditions more effectively than a smaller one?
• The pressure in a system when no water is flowing is called what?
• What factor is crucial for understanding fire behavior?
• Which type of breathing apparatus recycles the user's exhaled air?
• What is the preferred method to cut a ventilation hole in a metal roof?
• Which type of plastics will melt when subjected to fire conditions?
• How does a code become a regulation?
• In firefighting, what does 'conductivity' indicate about a material?
• In the context of firefighter survival, what is considered a safe location?
• Which should be an area of special emphasis when training with specialized rescue teams in your area?
• Fire fighters may need to hold on to the ________ while filling a self-expanding portable tank.
• Which type of building is most susceptible to the stack effect?
• In hazardous materials preincident planning, once the agency has identified the threats in its jurisdiction, what should the agency do next?
• Which statement about chemical-protective clothing is correct?
• Which entity creates consensus-based standards?
• Who developed the first fire hydrant?
• In which type of fuel will a fire spread the most rapidly?
• What marking indicates an ongoing search in a particular room?
• What does a Class C fire involve?
• The primary purpose of the foundation is to do what?
• What is a key feature of outward-opening doors?
• What does "shelter-in-place" refer to in hazardous materials incidents?
• What is the term for a voluntary home fire inspection requested by a homeowner?
• At least one member of every interior firefighting team should be equipped with a:
• What is the term for the pressure exerted by the vapor of a liquid until equilibrium is reached?
• Which appliance is used to connect hose couplings with dissimilar threads?
• What does Class A foam primarily combat?
• Doubling the speed of a vehicle will increase the force exerted by that vehicle by a factor of:
• When working at a hazardous materials incident with no potential for harmful exposure, what is the minimum level of PPE required?
• Which of the following statements about decontamination of disposable chemical-protective equipment is correct?
• What does the term "flash point" refer to in fire safety?
• Which tool is inserted between a wood door frame and the door on an outward-swinging door to force the latch back and open the door?
• What is the primary mechanism by which carbon dioxide extinguishes a fire?
• What is the main disadvantage of a two-person seat carry?
• What is the minimum level of protective equipment required for forcible entry during fire suppression?
• Which phrase indicates an imminent fire-ground hazard, such as a structural collapse?
• Which is one of the three primary types of mechanical saw?
• What is the recommended distance from which a fire stream should be applied to solar panels?
• When making louver cuts, which component is employed as a fulcrum to create louvered openings?
• The use of master streams on a building should be prohibited when:
• Which is a primary function of the fire department's Incident Command System (ICS)?
• Which of the following is a common characteristic of firefighting foam?
• How does exposure to liquefied petroleum gas affect the body?
• In structural firefighting, which action is crucial when conducting a systematic search?
• The command staff directly reports to which position?
• In which method of foam application is a bank of foam formed on the ground in front of the flammable liquid pool and pushed over the pool by the continued application of foam?
• What is the correct procedure for addressing a burst hose line?
• In relation to fire suppression, what does the term "overhaul" refer to?
• How should firefighters space themselves when advancing an uncharged line up a ladder?
• The U.S. Department of Transportation's definition of hazardous materials specifies three entities against which a hazardous material poses an unreasonable risk. Which of the following is one of these entities?
• To batch mix 3% foam into a 500-gallon (1894 L) booster tank, you would need to add _____ of foam concentrate to the tank.
• When should a firefighter use a fire blanket?
• What is the essential precaution taken when using a ladder in firefighting?
• Which legal rule permits emergency responders to enter a private building without first obtaining consent?
• A specialized tool for tightening or loosening hose couplings is called a __________ wrench.
• The primary function of a fire helmet's __________ is intended to provide thermal protection.
• Which position has the authority to directly and immediately stop or correct any activity on the fireground that he or she judges to be unsafe?
• What term describes the guidance provided to ensure firefighters meet expectations set by their department?
• Which resource provides information on the necessary initial distances of evacuation for hazardous materials incidents?
• What is the area within a structure where heat, smoke, and air move from areas of higher pressure to lower pressure?
• What is the primary focus of the incident commander during a fire scene?
• Which statement most accurately describes a transitional attack?
• What is the main purpose of a thermal imaging camera in firefighting?
• Who is responsible for determining the strategic incident objectives?
• What do tube trailers primarily carry?
• When approaching a burning flammable liquid vessel to operate the valve, which combination of hose streams should be used?
• What is a bar joist?
• When should firefighters begin to think about which tools they might need for a given call?
• How does wearing PPE affect the body's ability to regulate temperature?
• The __________ threshold limit value sets a maximum concentration above which no exposure of any duration should be permitted.
• What is the primary purpose of the vapor barrier in firefighting gear?
• Class B foam fire extinguishers are also effective on:
• What term refers to shipping documentation used for road and highway transportation?
• You have responded to a hazardous materials incident involving a substance that has been positively identified. What is the minimum level of PPE for this situation?
• What is the general flow range of a 1¾" (45-mm) attack hose?
• Where should plywood be placed with rescue-lift air bags?
• A fire fighter locates Petri dishes, microscopes, and incubators during a hazardous materials response. These items may be a sign that __________ are being used.
• What is the preferred method of extinguishing a gasoline fire?
• What indicates that a fire extinguisher should not be used on a certain class of fire?
• What do Dewar containers hold?
• What is the very top of a ladder called?
• A ladder is carried at arm's length in a(n) ___________ carry.
• A blanket drag is best suited for which type of victim?
• Which of the following is classified as a confinement tactic?
• What is the role of an Incident Commander at a fire scene?
• Which item is an optional component of the structural firefighting protective ensemble?
• Are intermodal tanks shipping or storage vehicles?
• In 2016, approximately how many firefighters were killed in the line of duty in the United States?
• Heat transfer in the form of invisible electromagnetic waves is called what?
• Which type of truss has a curved upper member and a straight lower member?
• A Bangor ladder is described as:
• Most smooth-bore nozzles are designed to operate at which pressure?
• If an RIC has reached a downed firefighter in a hazardous area, what is the most critical question to answer?
• Which section of 29 CFR 1910.120 covers emergency response?
• What is the term for laying a supply line from the fire to a water source?
• What is the term for depriving oxygen to the body at the cellular level?
• Which of the following is critical for developing an effective fire response strategy?
• A PPE ensemble weighs at least:
• In the context of firefighting, what does PPE stand for?
• When does the response to a hazardous materials incident begin?
• Smoke exposure causes __________ health effects.
• Which term best describes how much risk is acceptable in attempting to protect and rescue savable lives?
• What is the primary advantage of using a 2.5-inch handline?
• What is the quickest way to force entry through a security roll-up door?
• Ideally, which should be used to extinguish a chimney fire?
• If there is an undeployed air bag in a vehicle after an MVA, what action should be taken?
• What is the standard safety color for fire protection equipment?
• Which material has the highest thermal conductivity?
• Which item is typically addressed by a fire code?
• Which pressure measurement provides the best indicator of how much more water is available in the system?
• Streams are operated from the exterior of a building at a safe distance. This is an example of which type of attack line evolution?
• Which color of barrier tape is commonly used to mark the hot zone at a technical rescue incident?
• When should a full rehabilitation center be established?
• How does a spill boom control a hazardous material?
• Class B foam is used for which type of fire?
• Which is the most likely indication of use of an ignitable liquid?
• In the western US, what term is used for automotive water supply apparatus used in wildland firefighting?
• What is the role of fire behavior knowledge in firefighting?
• What is the first step after determining that a hazardous material is present?
• What is the maximum diameter of a small handline?
• Which action should a firefighter take first in a rescue operation?
• Which agent is rated for use on Class A fires?
• When using the clothes drag, what supports the victim's head?
• Closed-head drums have a permanently attached lid with one or more small openings. What are these small openings called?
• What term describes representatives from several different agencies managing a multijurisdictional incident together?
• How is the lid on an open-head drum fastened?
• Which test is required to measure the ability of an extinguisher cylinder to withstand steady internal pressure?
• Which item is commonly used as a basis for making assignments when organizing teams for a large building search?
• What is the minimum temperature at which a liquid can generate an ignitable vapor?
• What is the primary purpose of personal protective equipment (PPE) for firefighters?
• Which value indicates the maximum concentration to which an adult can be safely exposed over an 8-hour period?
• When should firefighters perform a primary search?
• What does the "R" stand for in "RIC"?
• In which fire ground situation is bloating most likely to occur?
• What is a limitation of backpack water vacuums?
• Heat traveling from one end of a steel beam to the other end is an example of:
• Most calls to dispatch centers come via which method?
• Which position specializes in reviewing plans for fire detection and suppression systems for functionality and code compliance?
• Vapor pressures are usually reported in references at an assumed standard temperature of 20°C. Approximately what temperature is that, in everyday terms?
• Hydrogen cyanide interrupts oxygenation at the __________ level.
• Which is a sign that a structure is susceptible to collapse?
• Which pressure must be measured to calculate the quantity of water flowing through a hydrant discharge?
• Horizontal evacuation is primarily used in which type of occupancy?
• Which type of fire alarm annunciation system identifies the zone in which the alarm was initiated at the FACU only?
• Which radio terminology is used to report a firefighter is in trouble and requires immediate assistance?
• Another term for a portable ladder is a __________ ladder.
• The individual fibers of natural fiber ropes are twisted together to form what?
• What best describes a hose jacket device used in firefighting?
• Which of the following is a key factor in evaluating an incident for safety?
• What does the acronym IDLH refer to?
• What are the pipes that deliver water to users and hydrants on individual streets known as?
• Which type of clothing is suitable for firefighters during high-risk operations?
• Who is accountable for directing the activities of multiple fire companies within a specific district?
• Which statement best summarizes the type of incident for which ICS is applicable?
• Which kind of evidence includes facts that can be observed or reported firsthand?
• Which type of rope has minimal stretch under load?
• Which of the following vehicles is least likely to have a roll-over protection system?
• What does the number following LD or LC indicate?
• Which type of extinguisher is typically not effective on Class B fires?
• Which factor is important for understanding fire behavior in structures?
• What is recommended to ensure safety during forcible entry operations?
• Which is the first basic step in performing a special rescue in a safe, effective, and efficient manner?
• What type of environment is the two-person seat carry particularly challenging in?
• What is the most effective method to reduce the risk of flashover during a fire attack?
• How are rehabilitation concerns affected by high humidity?
• Which hazard is of particular concern with electric-drive vehicles?
• Typical backpack fire extinguishers contain __________ of water.
• What is a primary cause of back injuries in firefighters?
• What term encompasses activities aimed at preventing fires or reducing their impact?
• Which is the term for building components consisting of individual pieces of wood glued together?
• The _______________ creates a structure through which a department manages its routine and emergency operations?
• What can occur if ambulance personnel are exposed to hazardous materials during a rescue?
• What does an electrochemical sensor use to detect a substance?
• Which type of ventilation operation is used solely as a defensive tactic?
• What is the primary purpose of fire prevention programs?
• A rope carried by a firefighter solely for self-rescue is referred to as what type of rope?
• Which type of ladder should be carried by more than one firefighter?
• Which type of light projects a diffuse light over a wide area?
• Telecommunicators should use _________ listening.
• What does depth of char most reliably indicate?
• What is the primary purpose of a monitor nozzle?
• During an indirect attack, you should flow water until the:
• What is the primary purpose of the incident command system?
• What is the Department of Transportation's hazard class for toxic substances?
• Which of the following terms refers to assessing what is happening at the scene and then using that information to devise a plan of action?
• 1" (25 mm) hose stored on a hose reel is ______ hose.
• What must be completed before a fire can be considered fully extinguished?
• What residue does a CO2 fire extinguisher leave when discharged?
• In the context of fire dynamics, what does "flashover" refer to?
• What is the term for the flow of heat and smoke from an area of high pressure to an area of low pressure?
• The generally accepted objective is approximately _____ seconds from the time a call reaches the communication until units are dispatched.
• What should any incoming calls without voice from the caller be checked for?
• What is the term for the movement of heat and smoke from an area of higher pressure to lower pressure?
• What pressure is attack hose tested at during annual testing?
• From which location are defensive firefighting operations typically conducted?
• How do the pupils typically present in victims exposed to nerve agents?
• What is the term for short lengths of sturdy timber used to vertically stabilize a vehicle?
• A figure eight on a bight is used to:
• The Halligan tool is classified as which type of tool?
• Softened, numb, peeling skin as a result of wearing wet socks for a long period of time could result in:
• What does the "E" in LCES stand for?
• What is the main purpose of a pump panel on a fire apparatus?
• Which NFPA standard deals with protective clothing and equipment for wildland firefighting?
• Which is one of the eighteen watch out situations?
• What is the correct procedure when a member of a fire company has to leave a structure to change an air cylinder?
• Which class of fire is associated with flammable liquids?
• What is the term for the burned area of a wildland fire?