81st Academy Practice Exam

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• Which statement correctly describes standard padlocks compared to heavy-duty padlocks?
• Which coupling size has more threads per inch, 1 1/2 inch or 2 1/2 inch?
• What is the most commonly used prying tool in forcible entry?
• Firefighters may use ________________ or ________________ to extend their reach while conducting a search.
• Combustible liquids are those that have a flash point ________________ than 100°F.
• Which term is used for a large-volume water flow designed to reach distant or high areas?
• In the low shoulder carry, which end of the ladder should the firefighter face?
• Box cribbing height should not exceed what multiple of the base width?
• Partial operation of a dry-barrel hydrant can contribute to which issue?
• What is the movement of heat through a steel beam to an unexpected part of a building where it starts another fire, an example of?
• The section of the ERG that provides fire, explosion, and health hazard information is the:
• The tendency of heat to travel from a hot substance to a cooler substance is described by which concept?
• At a minimum, firefighters must work in teams of ____ when entering an involved structure or other IDLH atmosphere.
• Vertical ventilation is achieved by which action?
• Failure to fully open a dry-barrel hydrant will result in a reduced amount of water and will contribute to which problem?
• Which method can a single firefighter use to break a tight coupling without a spanner wrench?
• What percent foam solution is used for hydrocarbons?
• In the sequence of five major steps, which step directly follows dispatch?
• Always carry tools with pointed or sharp edges _____ from the body.
• Which railcar has a cylindrical tank and one covered dome?
• What do you tell Command upon finishing a secondary search?
• The discharge distance for a dry chemical fire extinguisher falls within which range?
• Lexan can be removed by which methods?
• DOT hazard class 7 is for which hazard?
• A pitched roof with ends beveled so there are no gable ends is called a _____ roof.
• Which term describes a load-bearing wall common to two structures?
• At what psi do we supply sprinkler systems?
• What does RIT stand for?
• Double-hung windows are made up of two ____________________.
• Which type of forces tends to pull materials apart?
• The use of blowers, exhaust fans, and smoke ejectors for ventilation is called ______ ventilation.
• The leading killer of people in homes during a fire is?
• Incendiary fires are defined as fires that are:
• What appliance is used to combine two hoselines into one?
• DOT hazard class 5 is for which hazard?
• The time rating for a SCBA is based on a standard rate of consumption for a typical adult under ______ in a test laboratory.
• Never carry a running tool more than _______________ feet.
• The primary fire concern of ordinary construction is _____.
• __________________ is when a hazardous liquids flow is redirected.
• To what angle should a ladder be placed when used to access a rooftop?
• Leaves and branches soften by the heat of the fire; they bend in the direction the fire burned and stay in that position as they cool. What is this known as?
• The type of building construction made up of large dimensional lumber or laminated wood.
• This heating occurs when the material increases in temperature without the addition of external heat?
• The opening of or breaking through an enclosure that cannot be opened by conventional means is called what?
• NOAEL stands for?
• Which code indicates fire among common incident response codes?
• In a distribution system, which component is typically the largest in diameter and carries the most water?
• Which detector is designed to detect electromagnetic light near hazards?
• Which term describes the finished foam-water solution used for fire suppression?
• What component ensures the proper proportion of foam concentrate to water in the system?
• Which technique involves applying force with the knee to break a tight coupling?
• Which type is described as mostly older children acting in groups with authority issues?
• OSHA requires extinguishers to be inspected how often?
• What is the purpose of forming 90-degree corners when constructing a catchall basin?
• Which of the following is an example of a dead load in structural design?
• Which term describes fuels found in the air, such as treetop fuels?
• How many goals are defined for a RIC team?
• A Drop bar is described as which of the following?
• To prevent BLEVE never assume _______ is operating properly.
• What is it called when moisture in concrete is heated to steam and expands, causing parts of the concrete to break away?
• Who is primarily responsible for public communications at an incident?
• Which roof style features a central, nearly flat area with steeply sloped sides forming a distinctive silhouette?
• Which NFPA standard covers Open-Circuit Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus for Firefighters?
• In a reverse lay, what happens to the supply line after arriving at the scene?
• What does LPG stand for?
• Which load results from a rapid change of movement, such as jerking or swinging a static load?
• Which distance range is correctly associated with side curtain airbag deployment?
• What class of extinguisher has a black hexagon with a letter?
• Type V construction is commonly known as wood frame construction. Which of the following best describes Type V construction?
• In a forward lay, where is the hose placed before proceeding to the fire?
• Once the stairwell has been cleared of smoke and heat, closing the roof access achieves what in the stairwell?
• What is the function of the large soft hose or hard intake hose?
• In a water shuttle operation, which asset transports water between the fill site and the attack pumper?
• What is the name of the document that accompanies shipments listing goods and terms?
• The side opposite the wind is called which side?
• What is it called when the hose is unloaded at the scene of the fire and the supply line is pulled back to the hydrant?
• Which alarm system sends a signal directly to the fire station via telephone line or radio signal?
• Which term best describes a wall that is shared between two structures and serves as a boundary?
• Ledge doors are commonly found in which type of building?
• Which NFPA standard number applies to life safety rope and equipment for emergency services?
• What term describes vehicles that use two power sources such as gas and electric or diesel and electric?
• Signal-19 stands for which event?
• What year was the Michigan v. Tyler case held?
• Never touch evidence without ______.
• Emergency traffic would be used to order firefighters to withdraw from an interior attack position and switch to a ______ strategy.
• A direct line telephone is also called a ______ line.
• In a Class B cylinder fire, the flow of product should be stopped before extinguishment.
• What is the NFPA standard for Firefighter professional qualifications?
• Which three elements constitute the primary protection strategy for radioactive materials?
• When loading fire hose, the ________________ serves to change the direction of the hose and can also change the location of a coupling.
• What is the chemical decomposition of a solid material through the action of heat called?
• What state of fire is characterized by a decline in temperature and diminishing fire?
• Wet chemical extinguishers largest size is which of the following?
• Which term refers to times when fire and injury prevention concepts may have greater impact?
• Which firefighter is responsible for the forcible entry commands?
• What is the minimum diameter hose line to be used on vehicle fires?
• What is another name for a direct line to communications?
• In which direction does a door with exposed hinges move?
• A building that is forty feet tall is expected to have a collapse zone approximately how many feet away?
• Solid-stream - or smooth bore - hand lines are designed to be operated at a nozzle pressure of _____ psi.
• The temperature threshold at which vapors can sustain combustion is known as the fire point. Which option lists this correctly?
• Forces that tend to push material together.
• Which term describes a load that is in motion when applied?
• In the low shoulder ladder carry, which end should be facing the carrier?
• A closed-circuit breathing apparatus recycles exhaled breath after removing carbon dioxide and adding supplemental oxygen.
• The temperature at which a liquid will produce vapors sufficient to support continuous combustion once ignited is called?
• What is the primary technology used by GFD to locate hidden fire?
• Which knot term describes a bend formed by bringing the rope back on itself with parallel sides?
• What does the code 10-70 stand for?
• A common smoke alarm placement includes one in every bedroom and on every level. Which option reflects this placement?
• If lifting a vehicle with airbags or hydraulic tools, what is the recommended rule of thumb?
• Besides a ladder safety belt, which of the following is NOT listed as a technique to secure a firefighter to a ground ladder?
• At 1000°F, steel elongates at a rate of 1 inch per 10 feet. How is this described?
• The most common way of reporting emergencies is by using a ______.
• What are the three categories of wildland vegetative fuels?
• In what year did the Great Fire of London occur?
• The ______ is responsible for the analysis of the overall scene.
• What term describes indicators formed by a notch or groove cut into the rocker lugs of both halves of a coupling to aid alignment?
• Which option lists the five steps involved in the vehicle extrication process in the correct order?
• What is the predetermined assignment of the 3rd ladder on high-rise fires?
• What is the weight in pounds of 3 cubic feet of water?
• Which pressure range is maintained by the primary reducer when the cylinder is at one-third of supply?
• When did the original training center open?
• The documentation and preservation of evidence from discovery to the courtroom is known as what?
• Which DOT hazard class corresponds to poisonous materials?
• What term describes heat energy produced by the compression of a gas?
• How many safety considerations are listed when pulling a ceiling?
• What is the typical diameter for a main drain valve?
• What are the three key components to a water shuttle operation?
• What is the term for the formation of a chemical bond between oxygen and another element?
• 1 psi of air pressure will hold back how many psi of water pressure?
• When you conduct an investigation you should work from the area of ______ damage to ______ damage.
• What type of lock is designed to fit into a cavity in the door and consists of a latch mechanism and knob?
• How far is the collapse zone from a building?
• A bill of lading is typically encountered in which mode of transportation?
• Which option is NOT a category of wildland vegetative fuels?
• What type of procedures ensure that a message is clearly stated and then repeated back as confirmation of receipt?
• What is the third functional position on the hose?
• A cantilever is defined as a structural member supported at how many ends?
• Lexan is how many times stronger than safety glass?
• An inline eductor should be placed no more than ______ feet above the liquid surface.
• An attack that uses steam-generating techniques of a ceiling-level attack, along with applying a fire stream to material burning near the floor, is known as a(n) ______ attack.
• Which pair of factors mainly determines the reaction of wood to fire?
• What is the expansion ratio of water from a liquid to a gas?
• What term describes methods and operating procedures that reduce fire, water, and smoke damage during and after fires?
• What is the most common piping constructed of in residential sprinkler systems?
• Which type of alarm system activates faster: Smoke detector or heat detector?
• What is the minimum breaking strength of general-use life safety rope?
• Which of the following is NOT an element for forming a knot?
• What is the age requirement for the ride-along program?
• How many cubic inches are contained in 1 gallon of water?
• This construction type provides a path for rapid fire extension vertically through the structure.
• Which term describes a condition that is prevalent in nearly all occupancies and raises the chance of a fire starting?
• Natural gas lines may be closed by turning the ______ at a right angle to the pipe.
• What term describes the weight of a gas relative to air?
• This spans an opening in a load bearing masonry wall.
• What are the 4 parts of the fire tetrahedron?
• When donning the facepiece, tighten straps evenly starting at which strap?
• In what year was Greensboro incorporated?
• At a minimum, how far should a hose clamp be placed from the fire apparatus?
• Type I construction is also known as what?
• Maintaining door control in relation to the flow-path enables firefighters to do what if conditions worsen?
• In business or industrial areas, hydrant supply mains should be at least what size?
• In the conventional forcible entry sequence, what step comes immediately before 'Force'?
• GFD truck companies use a Stihl MS460 chainsaw with a ______ inch bar.
• Which of the following correctly lists the four limitations imposed on the user when a firefighter dons an SCBA?
• In Type 4 construction, the primary fire concern is the fire load of which component?
• Wet chemical extinguishers come in multiple sizes; what is the largest size in gallons?
• OSHA requires extinguishers to be inspected on what schedule?
• When life safety rope is downgraded to utility rope, it is considered what?
• Which listing completes the fire tetrahedron?
• Which component of an extension ladder serves to hold the fly section in place after it has been extended?
• Which railcar feature indicates a pressurized tank?
• While climbing an extension ladder, which component should be checked to ensure it is secure around the rungs?
• The smallest pipes in a water distribution system which deliver water to the homes and hydrants on individual streets are called what?
• A 2A-rated fire extinguisher has ______ the effectiveness compared to a 1A-rated fire extinguisher.
• Which agency regulates fire department radio licenses?
• Which knot is used to tie two sections of webbing together?
• What is the minimum rung spacing value within the specified range?
• In regard to the flow-path you should maintain ______ so it can be closed if necessary.
• What is the NFPA standard number on life safety rope and equipment for emergency services?
• A sprinkler system containing 500 heads will be required to have ______ spare heads.
• Who assists with supplying the FDC in a high-rise response?
• By what three methods can heat travel through a building?
• During search operations, which sounds should firefighters listen for?
• What is the predetermined assignment of the 2nd engine on high-rise fires?
• Type of construction often found in mills is which of the following?
• LPG is 1.5 times heavier than air.
• In the context of LPG, the explosive range is expressed as a percent by volume in air between which values?
• What is the NFPA Standard for Open-Circuit Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus for Firefighters?
• Hydrogen cyanide is a which type of chemical agent?
• The pressure of water at rest (in water mains) or ______ is the stored potential energy that is available to force water through pipe fittings, fire hose, and adapters.
• Which construction type is described as providing a path for rapid vertical fire extension within the structure?
• The removable gasket found in the female coupling is known as a what?
• It is permissible to use paint on _______________________________________ of a fire department ladder.
• Extruded structural steel used for beams and columns loses _____ of its strength at __________ °F.
• Attic ladders have what on the butt?
• Which rope is used for hoisting small tools and appliances, or anchoring ladders and hose lines?
• Which statement best describes Class B foam's action in fires?
• Which circular saw blade is specified for sheet metal?
• A Drop bar assembly is a horizontal wooden or steel security bar held in place across the door by wooden or metal stirrups attached to the inside of the door. What is the name of this assembly?
• Which device provides an audible alert if a firefighter is motionless?
• If the dwelling burned was unoccupied at the time of the burning, which degree of arson applies?
• What distance should not be exceeded in the spacing of fire hydrants in residential areas?
• Which property describes a substance's ability to mix with water and become uniform in solution?
• What was the primary type of rope used for rescue until the last half of the 20th century?
• What are the seven parts of a Halligan bar?
• Pressure loss caused by fittings and incrustation built up in water mains is known as ______.
• If the dwelling burned was occupied at the time of the burning, which degree of arson applies?
• In evaluating the effective reach of a fire stream, which factor is considered along with velocity, wind pattern, and friction with air?
• Which statement correctly completes: Air management is the responsibility of the ____?
• Which option is the correct spelling for the dispatcher role described in fire communications centers?
• What volume threshold defines a large spill?
• Pressure lost at water mains at fittings, elbows, valves, and incrustation built up in water mains is known as ______________.
• Which addon lock is used for doors that already have other locks?
• In Type I construction, what is the primary fire hazard?
• Standard padlocks have shackles less than ______ inches in diameter.
• What term describes a violent explosion triggered when a spark ignites a fuel-air mixture below its ignition temperature?
• What is the approximate weight in pounds of 2 gallons of water?
• What type of structural member is supported at two points near its ends?
• Which gas has a musty hay odor?
• Which detector is usually operated with a bimetallic strip and bends to touch a contact point to complete an alarm's circuit?
• What is the discharge range for a carbon dioxide fire extinguisher?
• What is the correct sequence to shut down the electrical system of a vehicle?
• Which type of fire setters have recurring fire setter behavior directly related to family abuses or neglect?
• Which type of radio is permanently mounted in the fire station?
• Water main valves should be spaced no more than how many feet apart in high-value districts and in other areas, respectively?
• One-inch rubber-covered and rubber-lined hose with one-inch couplings is commonly called what hose?
• What is the shelf life of Thunderstorm foam?
• What is the term for the ability of a substance to mix with water?
• What is the minimum breaking strength of general use life safety rope?
• What is the maximum distance from the ceiling for wall-mounted smoke alarms?
• What are the two types of forces applied to materials?
• A buoyant column of flame and hot combustion products rising above the fuel source.
• Type I construction is typically characterized by which feature?
• The low air alarm will activate at approximately 1830 psi or what fraction of tank capacity?
• Which type is primarily characterized by involvement with gangs and motives of property damage, to harm others, or crime concealment?
• The term for the minimum temperature to which a fuel in the air must be heated to start self-sustaining combustion without a separate ignition source is?
• In a smoke-filled structure, visibility is usually clearest closer to the ___________.
• What term describes heat generated by passing an electrical force through a conductor?
• Fire hose couplings that are sometimes referred to as sexless couplings are also known as ________________.
• Which term describes heat generated by electrical resistance in a conductor?
• The systematic way to track location and function from arrival to release from an incident is known as what?
• In fire service practice, which circuit type is the standard for SCBA?
• What type of load describes the weight of all building materials and equipment permanently attached to the building?
• What type of glass is used in the side windows for the majority of vehicles?
• Standard padlocks shackles are ______.
• Which roof is characterized by a V-shape sloped toward a valley in the middle?
• An acceptable performance objective for telecommunicators is to process and dispatch a call in what time frame?
• Laminated glass used in windshields primarily provides which safety benefit?
• According to GOG guidelines, SCBA inspections are required at shift change and after each use. Which option correctly states this requirement?
• What is the NFPA standard for SCBAs?
• Inline eductors operate on which principle to move water?
• Higbee cut indicators are associated with which feature of a hose coupling?
• Which term refers to the stratification of gases by temperature in a fire environment?
• Which term means to restore or replace damaged or worn-out items and must be performed by a qualified technician?
• Which federal agency is primarily responsible for collecting evidence at terrorist events?
• In field operations, MCT stands for which device?
• Which type of light bulbs will soften and swell toward the heat source, indicating the direction of fire travel?
• Directing fire streams into ventilation openings from the exterior can ______ the effectiveness of vertical ventilation.
• On a dry-pipe system, what does the top gauge indicate?
• How many ladder companies does Greensboro have?
• In a truss, which interior member is typically composed of diagonal members?
• Wildland fires burn faster under which condition?
• A load applied uniformly over a broad area is known as which type of load?
• Early Suppression Fast Response sprinkler heads are designed to discharge how many gallons per minute (GPM)?
• Which hazard class is used for Miscellaneous dangerous goods?
• Fire resistance describes which of the following best?
• The wet-pipe sprinkler system is characterized by pipes that are:
• What is the first search priority on the fire scene?
• The label affixed to the inside of each beam of every ladder section indicates which safety feature?
• During catastrophic failure, the radio display will read ______.
• Inline eductors move water by using which principle?
• Which type of glass is used in the windshield of modern vehicles?
• Which three factors are the most important in wildland firefighting?
• A load applied equally over a broad area is known as distributed load.
• When encountering a downed power line, you should establish a danger area of how large in either direction?
• When placing ground ladders at windows for a firefighter's second means of egress or rescue, the desired angle is ______ degrees.
• A typical wye coupling will have how many female and male connections?
• Which hazard may persist during overhaul until extinguishment?
• What does the code 10-7 indicate in fire radio terminology?
• To prevent tankers from backing up at the fill point, it is best to fill _________ tanker at a time with at least two hose lines.
• On an extension ladder, which component is the rung-locking device referred to as the dogs?
• What year was the first Greensboro fire company incorporated?
• The HCN meter alarm activates at 4 ppm. Which reading triggers the alarm?
• Who served as Greensboro's first fully paid fire chief?
• Laminated glass breaking stress is expressed in which unit?
• Applying water directly to the base of the fire is known as a(n) ____________ attack.
• Which tool is considered the primary asset for an engine company at the start of an interior fire attack?
• During fire inspections, entry is made at which entrance?
• DOT hazard class 4 is for which hazard?
• Type V construction is also known as?
• What is the primary purpose of the expansion ring gasket?
• What is the process of air or gases being drawn into a fire called?
• What is the second step in the vehicle extrication process?
• What is the IDLH of CO (carbon monoxide)?
• What is the NFPA standard for fire hoses?
• What are the four fire cause categories?
• Catchalls and chutes are used to achieve which of the following tasks?
• In the ERG, if a material is highlighted but not fire involved, go to the which section?
• Assume all electrical wires are ______.
• Which device is specifically designed to merge two hoses into a single outlet?
• Two characteristics of a primary search are that they should always be ______ and ______.
• The A-frame ladder is also referred to as which type?
• One of the most serious building construction hazards facing firefighters today is what?
• MCT is an acronym that stands for what?
• Which of the following is a forcible entry command?
• What is the purpose of the Drag Rescue Device (DRD)?
• This type of radio is permanently mounted on the apparatus:
• Fire burning with a low flame and spreading slowly is described as:
• Which fire setter usually sets fire to personal property and often involve domestic disputes?
• When climbing a ladder with a tool in one hand, where should the free hand slide?
• On large infrastructure, an access point that connects the caller to a telecommunicator is known as a what?
• How often must Scott air cylinders be hydrostatically tested?
• Which term describes a large-volume stream used to reach distant areas?
• Which of the following represents the three basic mechanisms used to lock revolving doors open?
• A burning trash can next to a wood fire is the pictograph used for class ____ fires.
• The rope used to raise the ladder is called which term?
• A dwelling burned while unoccupied at the time of the burning is classified as which degree of arson?
• A visible flame ceases when oxygen concentration drops to ______%
• The measure of how long structural assemblies will maintain their load-bearing ability under fire conditions is known as
• The resulting change in the direction of energy and its multiplication when the flow of water is suddenly stopped is known as what?
• Which statement best describes the PPE required for ceiling pulling safety?
• Which knot is used to form a loop in the middle of a rope line?
• Atmospheric air contains approximately what percent oxygen?
• In a municipal water system, the term that describes the smallest pipes delivering water to individual streets is called what?
• The CO2 extinguisher’s pressure is approximately:
• Which statement correctly identifies the three foam application methods?
• Which step comes after gaining access to the interior in the extrication sequence?
• What are the three methods for applying a foam fire stream?
• What term describes the weight of a gas relative to the weight of air?
• MC338 designates a tanker that carries which cargo?
• How many engine companies does Greensboro have?
• What is the pressure of a carbon dioxide extinguisher?
• Which sprinkler head component holds back water until activation?
• What is the NFPA standard for turnout gear?
• Which agency was started under the Fire Prevention and Control Act of 1974?
• What is the length of the universal emergency breathing safety system hose fitted to SCBA?
• What is the Greensboro program that identifies families who may need extra care during emergencies?
• Natural gas is mostly comprised of methane and is ________ compared to air.
• For rescue through a window, where should the ladder tip be placed?
• Before entering a vehicle or performing any rescue operations, you must ensure the vehicle is properly stabilized.
• A structural member that is supported on only one end is called what?
• What is the predetermined assignment of the 1st engine on high-rise fires?
• Which fire led to Fire Prevention Week?
• Spikes on the base of the ladder are called what?
• What is the name given to the A-frame ladder carried by the department?
• Rollover and rapidly lowering smoke layer is a warning sign that ______ is imminent.
• What is it called when the hose is placed at the hydrant and then proceeding to the fire?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the four attributes of smoke used in firefighting strategy?
• Chlorine is considered a which type of chemical agent?
• Which section of the GOGs is dedicated to communications?
• What term describes the focusing of attention on a particular problem without regard for possible consequences or alternative approaches?
• Which substances do mix with water?
• What type of load describes people, weather, and materials not attached to the building?
• What is the GPM range for a hand stream?
• According to the 5-10-20 rule, what distance in inches should you maintain from the passenger side airbag?
• Who is the person responsible for the waybill?
• What level of hydrogen cyanide is required to activate the HCN meter alarm?
• Which incident priority does salvage fall under?
• Which term describes fuels located at ground level?
• To draw water into the fire pump you must lower the atmospheric pressure inside the pump below ambient pressure. What is the ambient pressure at sea level in psi?
• The lower section of an extension ladder is known as the ______.
• Plasticity is the ability to retain shape when work hardened.
• In building construction classifications, which type uses noncombustible structural members but may lack fire-resistive protection?
• Which device is designed to merge two hoselines into a single outlet?
• Why is a solid stream preferable for interior fire attack in terms of thermal balance and visibility?
• Which type is mostly older children acting in groups who have authority issues, academic troubles, or attention deficit?
• How should a firefighter prioritize the search area, in order?
• What is the standard term for the very top end of a ladder?
• Which type of fire stream is less likely to disturb the thermal balance and preserve visibility during an interior fire attack?
• What is the expansion ratio for high expansion foam?
• PASS stands for what in relation to SCBA?
• What mnemonic can be used to determine the direction to follow the hose line when disoriented and in contact with couplings?
• LPG stands for which of the following?
• Which of the following is a valid pairing of the two main gases used in LPG?
• According to NFPA 1983, a __________________ is only rated as a positioning device for use on a ladder.
• How many gauges are on a dry-pipe system?
• What is another advantage of clean agents?
• At a minimum, where should a smoke alarm be located?
• During overhaul operations, one of the most common and dangerous threats that continues to be produced until all fire is extinguished is which of the following?
• Type of roof assembly with a curved top chord and horizontal bottom chord is Bowstring roof.
• Which extension ladder length is the longest listed in NFPA requirements?
• Which roof style has square cut ends and slopes from ridge to eaves?
• Class A foam is ________% water.
• In high-rise firefighting, typically the fire attack will be initiated from how many floor(s) below the fire floor?
• The five major steps in processing an emergency incident include call receipt, location validation, classification and prioritization, dispatch, and ______.
• Which condition describes all combustibles in a room releasing vapors that ignite simultaneously?
• What is the NFPA standard for fire hose connections?
• What is the name of the special thread design in which the beginning of the thread is cut to provide a positive connection between the first threads of opposing couplings to prevent cross-threading?
• What is the formal term for maintaining the integrity of evidence from discovery to court?
• Which type of fire setter is described as setting simple fires with materials available and often trying to hide and starts fires in a secret area?
• A railcar with a stenciled chemical name is a ______ car.
• What term describes the maximum tension a material can withstand before tearing?
• What are the four parts of the foam tetrahedron?
• What are the metal pieces that prevent the fly section from extending beyond safe operation called?
• DOT hazard class 9 is for which hazard?
• What basic hydrant design is used in Greensboro due to the climate?
• The batteries in our SCBAs are only to be replaced with ___________AA batteries.
• In roughly how many minutes can a lightweight metal truss be expected to fail when exposed to intense heat?
• Which term describes a load that is applied offset to an element, causing twisting stress?
• The cylinder label is placed how many layers deep in the fiberglass wrapping?
• Which heating phenomenon occurs due to electrical resistance in a conductor?
• A blue circle with a letter designation in the center would indicate an extinguisher is rated for use on class fires of which type?
• The ____-circuit type of SCBA is most commonly used in the fire service.
• For a gravity system to work, the primary water supply must be ____ feet above the highest point in the water distribution system.
• The NFPA standard number commonly cited for fire hoses is which of the following?
• If mounting smoke alarms on walls, they should be at least how many inches from the ceiling?
• What describes the tendency of gases to form layers according to temperature?
• How many engine companies does Greensboro have?
• Which option is NOT a standard type of fire door?
• Fires below grade are difficult to attack because firefighters must advance downward into the path of escaping heat and smoke which is known as the _____________ effect.
• Hose that has been exposed to small amounts of oil should be washed with _______.
• Fires fueled by ethanol may burn what color?
• What term describes forces that tend to tear a material apart?
• How many battalions does GFD have?
• What are the five goals of a RIC team?
• Pulleys are used in rescue systems to change the direction of pull or to generate mechanical advantage.
• Which statement best defines combustion?
• According to NFPA 1983, a ladder belt is designed for what purpose on a ladder?
• Which part of an extension ladder extends to reach higher levels?
• Which coupling has one female and two male connections?
• STEL stands for which exposure limit?
• Which of the following is a choking agent?
• The airbag system contains capacitors that may hold a charge for up to ______ minutes.
• Which term describes fires whose ignition does not involve human intervention and is not clearly linked to natural ignition sources?
• Which term describes the process of exchanging air to control conditions in a burning building?
• Which length is the maximum ladder carried on a truck company?
• What is the required length of 2 1/2 inch attack line carried on GFD apparatus?
• What device indicates pressure is building when there is an increase in sound?
• What is the term for the systematic removal of heated air, smoke, and fire gases from a burning building, and replacing them with cooler air?
• Forces that tend to tear a material apart.
• Primary damage is the damage caused by which of the following?
• When butt-ing to raise a ladder, on which side should you stay?
• Which term describes the measures aimed at reducing property loss and damage during firefighting operations?
• Laminated glass has a breaking stress of ______ psi.
• Which construction type is described by the use of large dimensional lumber or laminated wood?
• In wildland fires, which attack is used on small fires by containing and extinguishing at the burning edge?
• A green triangle with a letter in the middle on an extinguisher indicates it is rated for class fires of which type?
• A _______________________________ carry is useful when great disparities exist in the height of the three firefighters carrying the ladder.
• What term describes the ability of a material to avoid ignition, combustion, and thermal effects of fire?
• At 1000°F, steel elongates by 1 inch per 10 feet. Which statement is correct?
• Which vertical supporting member supports beams and transmits a compressive load along its center?
• Which foam system type injects foam into the tank beneath the product and allows it to rise to the surface?
• In high-rise firefighting situations, typically the fire attack will be initiated from:
• The term 'wildland urban interface' refers to what location?
• The regulator quick connect is located on which shoulder?
• The Higbee cut can be detected by which senses to verify proper alignment?
• Which rope category is specifically designated for life safety during firefighting operations?
• What is the conversion of a liquid into a gaseous state through the action of heat called?
• Which of the following is NOT listed as a type of metal swinging door?
• Smoke alarms should be mounted close enough to the bedroom so they can be heard when which occurs?
• During an incident, which resource provides immediate information on chemical properties?
• Which range describes the discharge distance for a dry chemical extinguisher?
• DOT placards are required for a gross weight in excess of how many pounds?
• What percentage of people in the US and Canada have access to the 911 system?
• What type of construction does kernmantle rope use for load-bearing elements?
• Which knot is used as a safety knot in the GFD?
• Which term describes a fire setter with a mental state relating to a psychological disorder who seldom uses ignitable liquids and may have several fires set in close proximity over a short period of time?
• Which standpipe system is used by the fire department only?
• In regions with colder climates, which hydrant design is typically used?
• What is the part of the rope between the working end and the running end?
• What is used to tether rescuers during water rescues or to throw to a victim in the water?
• Which property makes clean agent extinguishing systems suitable for electrical fires?
• What type of load is applied to a small area?
• Which statement about heavy-duty padlocks is true?
• Which construction type has exterior walls and structural members comprised of noncombustible or limited combustible materials, with an interior made entirely of wood?
• The extension ladder carried on most engines is typically ______ feet long.
• The measure of a substance's ability to absorb heat is known as _______________________.
• What is the normal concentration of oxygen in the atmosphere?
• GIS stands for which of the following?
• The extension ladder carried on most engines is how long?
• Which option correctly lists NFPA-required ladders to be carried on a ladder company?
• In some areas, which number can be dialed for non-emergencies?
• A room with a door that can be closed and/or a window that can be broken is considered to be what in an emergency?
• Which set lists the three most important factors that affect wildland firefighting?
• A dry chemical extinguisher rated as 10B should be capable of extinguishing how many times as much fire as a unit rated as 1B?
• Dry powder extinguishers are rated for use on Class D fires.
• The term for the authority to enter a property for the purpose of extinguishing a fire and performing an investigation is known as:
• Secondary damage is caused by which of the following?
• When properly performed, ______ enhances natural ventilation.
• A water motor gong is operated by _____________________________________.
• A gas with vapor density greater than 1 will sink to the ground; which option correctly lists the density?
• The search for and extinguishment of hidden fires and placing the building in a safe condition is known as which term?
• Smoking accounts for what percentage of residential fires?
• Children learn best by which activity according to the material?
• Which engine sets initial RIC operations on the working floor?
• Which option is NOT a fire cause category?
• Which of the following lists three hazard indicators firefighters should note?
• During size-up, which elements should be observed to anticipate search complexity?
• Keeping ladders in a state of usefulness or readiness is the definition of _______________.
• Combustible metal fires are class which?
• Woodworking shops, kitchens, and auto repair centers are examples of which occupancy classification?
• Which term describes the stored energy in water that drives flow when demand starts?
• What is the predetermined assignment of the 5th engine on high-rise fires?
• Approximately what percent of people have 911 access?
• Electric cars may run on voltages up to how many volts at 50,000 watts?
• Pyrolysis is defined as the chemical decomposition of a solid material through the action of heat.
• What is the mixture of foam concentrate and water known as?
• Avoid standing in pools of fuel because of the ______ of turnout gear.
• Which component is used to change the direction of the hose and reposition a coupling while handling fire hose?
• NFIRS is a uniform data collection system used by most departments to track known incidents and incident information. Which option below correctly states the acronym?
• Which standpipe class is designed for occupants to use only?
• Atmospheric air contains approximately what percent of other gases?
• The discharge time for a carbon dioxide fire extinguisher falls within which range?
• In fire scene analysis, which light bulb type’s reaction helps indicate the direction of fire travel?
• Which option below describes a surface water supply?
• The National Fire Academy was created with which report?
• Which roof type has a single ridge line with two roof sections on opposite sides at different pitches?
• In a truss, the main structural members along the top and bottom are called the _____.
• Both seat and door-mounted side impact airbags will deploy out about ______ inches.
• How many seconds are required to reset the orange emergency button?
• Liquids that have a flash point less than 100°F are classified as ______.
• If no lock-out, tag-out devices are available, then a ______ must be stationed to secure the mechanism.
• An access point often found on bridges and campuses that connects the caller directly with a telecommunicator is called a what?
• At a 75-degree climbing angle, the rung at shoulder height is how far from the climber?
• Which standpipe system is used by occupants only?
• What is the main difference between Type I and Type II construction?
• In an ongoing chemical threat, what should occupants do until the danger passes?
• How many cubic inches are contained in 1 cubic foot of water?
• Smoke ejectors or exhaust fans are primarily used in which type of ventilation?
• Which edge of a wildfire spreads with the greatest speed?
• Which horizontal member is used to support floors or roof decking?
• Of that 96%, what percentage was controlled with activation of only one sprinkler head?
• The accountability system used in incident operations primarily tracks what?
• Which of the following steps involves classifying and prioritizing calls?
• A fire deliberately set under circumstances in which the responsible party knows it should not be ignited is described as what?
• _______________________________ is where wildland meets human-made structures.
• Smoke detectors work primarily on the principles of photoelectric detection and what other process?
• During used hose testing, what pressure, duration, and hose length are specified?
• How many cubic inches are in 2 cubic feet?
• What should be applied to wooden tool handles to prevent roughness and warping?
• Regarding rope care, which action should you avoid to prevent damaging the rope fibers?
• Which item on a ladder is rated as a positioning device under NFPA 1983?
• Rivers, ponds, and lakes are considered _________________ water supply.
• A typical Siamese appliance will have how many female connections and how many male connections?
• How many gallons are in 1 cubic foot of water?
• Which alerting system would you use if you want to notify only occupants and not the fire department?
• Which of the following is not one of the five major steps?
• A load applied perpendicular to an element and not passing through its center is known as an eccentric load.
• When using a smoke ejector in a window for negative pressure ventilation, the airflow should lead to which area?
• Which roof type slopes in two directions downward from the ridge?
• In the conventional forcible entry sequence, what step comes second?
• A class II harness is similar to a class I, but it is rated for up to a __________ pound load.
• Which statement best describes branch lines in a sprinkler system?
• NFIRS is a uniform data collection system used by most departments to track what?
• Which class are dry powder extinguishers rated for?
• Which agency licenses fire department radio equipment?
• The two main types of mechanical response of materials under load are which?
• Which gas is monitored during overhaul that smells like faint bitter almond?
• Roof ladders have what at the top?
• Which statement describes the placement of Higbee cut indicators?
• What is the resistance of a material to a force tending to tear it apart, measured as the maximum tension a material can withstand without tearing?
• Firefighters have the right to respond to and enter property for extinguishing a fire and performing an investigation. What is this right called?
• The initial fire flow on a high-rise structure fire should be a minimum of how many gallons per minute (GPM)?
• The code 10-7 refers to a fire company that is which status?
• What state of fire is characterized by a decline in temperature and diminishing fire?
• Which of the following is an example of an Extra hazard occupancy?
• The primary use of which tools is breaking glass or pulling drywall?
• How many threads per inch on a 2 1/2 inch coupling?
• Which of the following best describes an appropriate length for a presentation to young children?
• Which of the following is NOT a wood swinging door type?
• Which rule describes not putting others in danger by trying to save a patient in a dangerous environment?
• What is the predetermined assignment of the 1st ladder and rescue on high-rise fires?
• Opening the roof or existing roof openings to vent heated gases and smoke to the atmosphere is known as what?
• The most commonly used striking tool for forcible entry is the?
• What is the most common type of sprinkler system?
• A 50-foot section of 2½ inch hose weighs approximately _____ lbs and holds _____ gallons of water.
• What's the purpose of a helix wire in hose construction?
• What is a load called that is in motion when applied?
• EDITH is an acronym used in home safety. What does it stand for?
• Which hazard class is used for poisons?
• The hydraulic forcible entry tool that incorporates a hand pump and spreader device for opening the tough doors is known as which device?
• A pictograph of a metal gear is used to represent which class of fires?
• Elasticity is the ability to flex and return to its original shape.
• Non-emergency information is often accessible by which number?
• The surge when water flow is suddenly stopped is called what?
• Which substances do not mix with water?
• What does the acronym LUNAR stand for in order from first to last word?
• Salvage falls under which incident priority?
• At a 75-degree climbing angle, the distance to the shoulder-height rung is which of the following?
• What is an A-tool used for?
• What is the average fill time of a tanker using the tank fill valve?
• Which term describes the process of blowing clear air into a structure to push fire gases out?
• What are the five steps for conventional forcible entry, listed in order?
• In knot terminology, the element formed by bending the rope back on itself while keeping the sides parallel is called what?
• Which device may hold a charge for up to 30 minutes?
• Which device is best for drafting water from a portable drop tank when water is only 1 to 2 inches from the bottom of the reservoir?
• Which statement is true about rope storage and deployment?
• Which of the following is NOT a goal of a RIC team?
• What color placard would you see on a vehicle carrying non-flammable compressed gas?
• CO₂ is discharged from an extinguisher at what temperature?
• What effect does an oxidizer have on fire?
• Which vertical member transmits compressive load along its length?
• Which piping arrangement directly supplies the branch lines?
• Which nozzle technique is used to deliver water to the ceiling to cool it during advancement toward the fire seat?
• Which statement is true regarding hydrocarbons and polar solvents with water?
• The maximum travel distance for a fire extinguisher is how many feet?
• Smoke or Fire? While advancing a hose line on a structure fire you should never crawl past what hazard?
• What is the leading cause of residential fires?
• Which fire setter is often teenagers associated with gangs whose motive is property damage, to harm, or crime concealment?
• What is the most common salvage cover size used in the GFD?
• Duration of SCBA air supply can vary as much as what percent?
• The primary purpose of fire extinguishers is to extinguish which stage of fire?
• GFD ladders are constructed of which material?
• Which sides are safest to approach from when attacking a vehicle fire, if feasible?
• What is the recommended maximum length for a presentation for young children?
• In the standard extrication sequence, which step comes fourth?
• This type of window consists of 1 or 2 sashes mounted on hinges and swing outward from the structure when the window crank is operated.
• Type IV construction is characterized by which feature?
• Classification used when the specific cause of a fire cannot be determined is called what?
• What term describes the heat energy released when a solute dissolves in a solvent?
• Which appliance is used to combine two hose lines into one and is equipped with a clapper valve?
• How should tools with pointed or sharp edges be carried to minimize risk?
• Which system is comprised of public fire alarm boxes and transmits an alarm directly to the fire department communications center?
• On an extension ladder, which component prevents the fly section from overextending?
• Where should cooling streams be directed to maximize cooling effectiveness and prevent BLEVE?
• Fire extinguishers weighing more than 40 lbs shall be installed so the top is no more than how many feet above the floor?
• DOT hazard class 6 is for which hazard?
• Which wall is designed to carry structural loads such as beams and roofs?
• What is the optimal size for a ventilation opening on a commercial roof?
• Which of the following is NOT part of the Command Staff?
• How many lights on the HUD indicate air pressure?
• Which statement about the Scott Pak-tracker is correct?
• How many threads per inch on a 1 1/2 inch coupling?
• Which piping on a sprinkler system directly supplies the branch lines?
• At a minimum, NFPA requires PPE clothing to be cleaned every _____ months.
• Which NFPA 704 color code represents health hazards?
• The side of a building that the wind is striking is called the which side?
• Which circular saw blade is best suited for use on sheet metal?
• Which term describes a ladder with unlocking sections enabling dual configurations?
• What is the outside meeting location called for escaping from a residence?
• What term best describes the system used to track the location and assignment of each firefighter at an incident?
• What is the maximum spacing between manually operated initiating devices?
• What is the fire-rated assembly that extends from the foundation to the roof to limit fire spread called?
• What is the mixture of foam concentrate and water known as?
• Regarding fire extinguishers, what does PASS stand for?
• To form the corners of the basin when constructing a catchall, the firefighter should lay the ends of the side rolls over at a _____ angle.
• Which type is defined by setting simple fires with readily available materials and hiding them in a secret area?
• Which fire setter sets fires just for kicks, often in schools or vacant buildings?
• Which set of attributes correctly represents the four factors of smoke used in firefighting decision-making?
• During size-up, which factors should be observed to assess search complexity?
• What are combustible materials that could be used to spread fire from one point to another called?
• What does 10-24 tell communications?
• Where should a trench ventilation opening be made relative to the fire's location to be effective?
• Fire LOC/FIRE VR talkgroups are non-repeated, typically limiting communications coverage to what distance range in miles?
• What energy unit is defined as the energy required to heat 1 pound of water by 1 degree?
• A load that is applied offset to an element, causing twisting stress to the material.
• Which term refers to the small hole in a sprinkler head that controls water flow?
• Which term describes the destruction, loss, or alteration of evidence by the custodian responsible for preserving it?
• Which class extinguisher is used for kitchen fires?
• How long is the universal emergency breathing safety system hose on each SCBA?
• Which year did Greensboro become incorporated as a city?
• Which action best describes the protective measure after size-up in vehicle-fire responses?
• Which tool is used to remove water during ceiling water control?
• Which term describes the protective wall assembly designed to resist fire passage between compartments?
• By what four methods does foam control hazards?
• To open the purge valve, turn _____ relative to your face, and to close, turn _____ in relation to your face.
• A personnel accountability report is an accountability check or ______ taken by each supervisor at an emergency incident.
• The windshield of modern vehicles is made of which type of glass?
• What is the flammable range of natural gas?
• Which class of fire involves ordinary combustibles such as wood, paper, and textiles?
• A grid allows a hydrant to be supplied from at least two directions; what is a main that feeds a hydrant from only one direction known as?
• A large DOT trailer with hemispherical heads on both sides is identified as which type?
• The vertex of a v-shaped burn pattern points close to or directly to which area?
• Discharge range for a stored-pressure water extinguisher is from which to which feet?
• Maintaining door control to manage the flow-path helps prevent which outcome?
• What is the cutting depth of a 14-inch diamond blade?
• What is the term for the top of a ladder?
• Heavy duty padlocks have shackles more than ______ inches in diameter.
• What term refers to a load that was not planned for or anticipated?
• Heavy duty padlocks shackles are ______.
• One of the disadvantages of an SCBA unit is its weight of _____ pounds.
• Which of the following is NOT a listed basement type in the high-rise protocol?
• Which equipment is emphasized for visibility at entry points during loss control operations?
• Which type of ladder features unlocking sections, enabling it to be used as either an A-frame or a straight ladder?
• Which of the following is not listed as a safety consideration when pulling a ceiling?
• Which class involves flammable liquids such as gasoline?
• The device used to change direction of force on a ladder is known as which component?
• Which statement best describes NFPA 1500’s scope regarding firefighter safety?
• Fire and a metal gear is the pictograph used for class ____ fires.
• When fire has burned around windows and doors, it is a good policy to remove the entire ______ to ensure extinguishment.
• What are the two broad categories of loads?
• Which engine places the 2nd hose line into operation on a high-rise fire?
• DRD stands for?
• The interior members of a truss, typically the diagonals, are known as the _____.
• A Drop bar assembly is a horizontal security bar secured across the door by stirrups attached to the inside. True or False?
• Which of the following is NOT a wood swinging door type?
• A fire where human intervention was not involved in the ignition process is categorized as what?
• Which fire setter seeks total destruction of the property and often use trailers?
• Which term best describes a fire suspected to be started deliberately due to intentional ignition and observed by investigators as unusual conditions?
• A hand stream discharges ____ to ____ GPMs.
• What is the best method for storing rope so it may be deployed quickly and protected from contamination?
• The standard on use, maintenance, and service testing of in-service fire department ground ladders is ________________.
• Which detector must be close to the hazard and detects electromagnetic light?
• Where are ledge doors typically found?
• Search efforts in multistory buildings should be organized in what order?
• Which sprinkler head operating mechanism uses a glass bulb filled with a colored liquid and a vapor bubble?
• Which device injects the correct amount of concentrate in a foam system?
• Which tool provides mechanical advantage for forcible entry tasks?
• What is the condition that occurs when oxygen is admitted into an area filled with unburned carbon particles and other fire gases, causing the unburned gases to combine with oxygen admitted and react explosively?
• On an extension ladder, which feature prevents the fly section from extending beyond safe operation?
• Which of the following best describes a Hybrid power system in vehicles?
• What is signal-19?
• Which color on an NFPA 704 placard indicates flammability?
• What is the specified rung spacing range (minimum and maximum) in inches?
• One way to remove water coming through the ceiling from upper floors is by the use of a ______
• What is the length of the search rope used by GDF companies, and how often are knots tied?
• What are the largest diameter pipes in a distribution system called?
• A gas with a vapor density greater than ______ will sink to the ground.
• Which rope category is used for non-life-safety tasks in firefighting operations?
• What is the background color of a poisonous substance placard?
• Which attack is performed from a position away from the fire to cool and protect crews before entering?
• In the LUNAR acronym, which word is the second component?
• The heat generated by passing an electrical force through a conductor is called?
• If a vehicle is equipped with a smart key, what minimum distance should it be from the vehicle to prevent starting?
• Which AA batteries are specified for replacement in SCBAs?
• What is the average fill time of a tanker using the rear quick fill?
• What is the approximate weight of 1 gallon of water in pounds?
• Which component directs the spray from a sprinkler head?
• Fires that do not involve a deliberate human act are categorized as what?
• Class B foam is most effective on which dimensional liquid fires because the foam separates the fuel from the oxygen and cools the liquid?
• The DOT hazard class 1 is for:
• The Siamese appliance is equipped with what type of valve?
• What is the part of total pressure not used to overcome friction or gravity while forcing water through fire hoses and pipes known as?
• Which type of fire setter is described as setting fires in response to a stressful situation and may deny responsibility and show no guilt?
• What percentage of sprinkler system responses result in complete extinguishment or being held in check until the fire department arrives?
• Which safety rule should be observed when working around energized airbags?
• Extinguishers suitable for Class B fires can be identified by a ______ containing the letter B.
• The IDLH limit of hydrogen cyanide is _____ .
• Which property measures how readily a liquid will vaporize?
• What is the maximum rung spacing value within the specified range?
• What structural member is used to support other beams?
• Security screens on modern windows are found and attached to which side?
• Which construction type has exterior walls and structural members comprised of non-combustible or limited combustible materials and an interior consisting completely of wood?
• Which gas has an IDLH of 50 ppm?
• A standard carryall commonly measures 6' x 8'.
• Measurement based on an 8 hour work day and a 40 hour week
• What is the expansion ratio of propane?
• What is the purpose of the designated meeting place outside the home after escaping?
• What is the common size of a carryall?
• The bottommost part of a roof ladder that is placed on the ground is known as the _____.
• Which statement about foam hazard control methods is true?
• Slab doors are constructed in which configurations?
• Which roof is characterized by steeply sloped sides surrounding a flat or nearly flat center?
• When using elevators on a high-rise response you should stop the elevator every _________ floors?
• The open space between the ceiling of the top floor and the underside of the roof is called the _____.
• Which carry is useful when great disparities exist in the height of the three firefighters carrying the ladder?
• What is the recommended shape of the initial isolation zone around a chemical spill?
• In fire extinguisher ratings, what does the B rating indicate?
• The third step to initiate a mayday is to activate which safety device?
• Ledge doors are also known as which type of doors?
• Which side is the windward side of a building?
• Combustible materials that could be used to spread fire from one point to another.
• Which designation is geographic, assigning responsibility for all operations within a defined area?
• What is the initial action upon arriving on a fireground before starting search and rescue?
• A direct line to communications is also known as which term?
• Which option lists all seven parts of a Halligan bar?
• Which term describes the volume between an inlet and an outlet that allows movement of heat and smoke toward lower pressure areas accessible via openings?
• Which option correctly lists NFPA-required ladders to be carried on a ladder company?
• A dwelling burned while occupied is classified as which degree of arson?
• Who was the first chief in Greensboro who became fully paid?
• What describes the ease with which liquids give off vapors?
• Atmospheric air contains approximately what percent nitrogen?
• Which extinguishing agents are being replaced because they destroy the Earth's ozone layer?
• Which term best defines a condition that increases the likelihood of a fire starting or its severity?
• Gravity distribution systems require the primary supply to be at least how many feet above the highest point?
• The second step to initiate a mayday is to transmit a
• Which ERG section is used for materials with hazards but no fire involvement?
• In what ways should team members stay in contact?
• Which hazard class corresponds to Flammable Liquids?
• Rapidly cooling steel will make it harder and more brittle.
• Fire in a frying pan is the pictograph used for class ____ fires.
• What is the most common type of water distribution system?
• Regarding vertical ventilation, one large opening is better than several small openings.
• The two main structural members on the sides of a ground ladder are called ________.
• NFPA ____ is the Standard on Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health Programs that requires wearing PPE, including ear and eye protection.
• In operation designations, which term is a geographic designation assigning responsibility for all operations within a defined area?
• NOAEL stands for?
• Who is responsible for directing the tactical operations to meet the strategic goals and tactical objectives?
• Attic ladders have foot pads on the butt. Which feature is found on the butt to aid stability?
• What is the standard that regulates how much hose an apparatus should carry?
• When did Greensboro's original training center open?
• In transfer of command, the CAN report lists which elements?
• A dose that would result in death for 50% of the population.
• Which term refers to the buoyant column of flame and hot combustion products rising above the fuel source?
• Which precaution is essential to safely proceed with vehicle rescue operations?
• In most cases, should the FDC be connected to the riser above or below the main valve?
• Which term describes the chemical process involving the combination of oxygen with another element?
• What is the standard nominal diameter for a main drain valve?
• What is the knot spacing on the GDF search rope?
• Hydrogen cyanide is classified as a
• What is the name of the rope used for rescue or as an emergency escape for firefighters?
• Side curtain airbags may deploy between which range of inches?
• Which describes fire setters who use social protest by groups targeting a government, ethnic, or religious group or a facility that operates in opposition to their cause?
• This is a method of comparing risk of a particular course of action and weighing them against potential benefits.
• Every firefighter must be ______ annually to ensure their facepiece properly seals.
• A condition in which all combustibles in a room have been heated to the point at which they release vapors that will support combustion, causing all combustibles to ignite simultaneously.
• A personnel accountability system must be able to identify each firefighter, their location, and their last assignment.
• What is the primary purpose of the retard chamber?
• Which term best describes the ongoing process to verify that every firefighter on scene is accounted for?
• Which ladder handles lobby control for elevator usage?
• In which occupancy will firefighters most often face sliding doors?
• The maximum heat that can be produced if all combustibles in a given area burn is called the _____.
• Which of the following is NOT a type of coupling lug?
• Which engine is responsible for supplying the Fire Department Connection (FDC) on a high-rise fire?
• What is the first stage of fire?
• DOT hazard class 3 covers which type of materials?
• Which ladder is designed to be used as both an A-frame and a straight ladder?
• Which physical state of a material is the easiest to ignite?
• On GFD apparatus, how many feet of supply hose should be carried, and which diameters are specified?
• A pictograph of a frying pan indicates fires in which class?
• A small wheel that changes the direction of force on a ladder is called what?
• Which option is NOT a DOT hazard class?
• Which type is most likely to be present at the fire scene and may have helped discover the fire, reflecting impulsive behavior?
• In a sprinkler system, which type of pipe extends off the cross mains and provides the mounting for sprinkler heads?
• When lifting an object during a search, which body part should be used and which should be avoided?
• You should have at least ____ inches of water when using a barrel strainer.
• Combustible cooking oil fires are classified as which class?
• Which term correctly describes the radio that is permanently mounted in the fire station?
• Metal ladders that have been exposed to excessive heat should be ______.
• The heat released as an arc between oppositely charged surfaces is known as?
• A veneer wall is best described as which of the following?
• A pitched roof that slopes in one direction from the ridge line is a
• What is the purpose of the moisture barrier in firefighting protective gear?
• What term describes a stream that discharges more than 350 gallons per minute?
• What is another commonly used term for communications center dispatchers?
• The Class A pictograph depicts which scenario?
• What is the order of rank and authority in the fire service called?
• Primary tool for the engine company is the __________.
• What gas is monitored for during overhaul that smells like faint bitter almond?
• BLEVE stands for?
• According to the Croker Quote, what is the speaker's sole ambition?
• Heat can travel through a building by which mechanisms?
• Which saw is best suited for flat roofs?
• How many parts comprise a Halligan bar?
• According to the 5-10-20 rule, what distance in inches should you maintain from the driver's side airbag?
• What color represents reactivity on an NFPA 704 placard?
• Trench ventilation is a form of which ventilation method?
• Knowledge of which topic helps in anticipating fire behavior and potential for structural collapse?
• When venting a roof, firefighters should avoid cutting main ______.
• Which option lists the four attributes of smoke used in firefighting decision-making?
• What is the longest ladder that the fire department carries on a truck company?
• According to GOG, the individual is responsible for inspecting their SCBA at ______ and _______
• Which term describes positive pressure ventilation?
• Which gas has an IDLH of 50 ppm?
• The UEBSS hose is fitted with both a ____ and ______ coupling.
• After you leave the scene, if you reenter without a warrant or written consent it is considered __________.
• A dry chemical extinguisher rated 60B is capable of extinguishing how many square feet?
• Which roof configuration slopes from a central ridge to all sides of the building, avoiding gable ends?
• What odorant is added to propane and natural gas to warn of gas leaks?
• Which Greensboro program helps identify families who may need extra care during emergencies?
• How many engines are included in the high-rise fire response matrix?
• What equipment is used to carry debris or catch falling debris?
• The fire triangle is composed of which three elements?
• What is the primary rule of forcible entry?
• When using elevators on high-rise incidents, you must stop the elevators ________ floors below the fire and take the stairs the rest of the way.
• Never raise a ladder within how many feet of electrical wires?
• An expansion ring gasket fits between the end of the hose and the coupling and will prevent water seepage around the end of the hose. Which option is the expansion ring gasket?
• Which type of alarm system only notifies building occupants and does not transmit to the fire department?
• What is the IDLH of HCN?
• During loss control operations, firefighters should have what placed at all entry points to the structure?
• What knot is good for forming a single loop that will not constrict the object it is placed around and will easily tie and untie?
• To cool the ceiling, the nozzle operators should apply a ______ of water to the ceiling as the team advances toward the seat of the fire.
• Which structural member is supported at two points near its ends?
• Halons restrictions under the Montreal protocol occurred in which year?
• Predetermined assignments based on the arrival order on high-rise fires for the _______________ is to place the second hose line into operation and supply the FDC.
• Signal-3 indicates what?
• Who is responsible for performing the roll call during an incident?
• Which of the following is NOT a part of the foam tetrahedron?
• Which property determines the lowest temperature at which a liquid fuel can form an ignitable mixture with air?
• Which gas is a byproduct of combustion that is colorless, odorless, tasteless, and non-irritating?
• A load resulting from a rapid change of movement, such as jerking, swinging, or falling of a static load is called a __________.
• What factor of the weather has the greatest effect on fire spread?
• Under normal operation, the sensor module lights will flash ______
• CAD stands for which of the following?
• The movement of heat through a solid such as a steel beam to a distant location, without the material moving, is called what?
• Which of the following is NOT a part of a sprinkler head?
• What is the ratio of the mass of a given volume of liquid compared with the mass of an equal volume of water at the same temperature? (If a liquid floats or sinks in water)
• Which length range best represents straight ground ladders?
• Which type of house should be treated like other homes with a basement?
• If a radio reports 'Out of range' during operation, what is most likely happening?
• A roof with a 12/12 pitch creates which angle?
• When a ladder is used for roof access, how many rungs must be above the roof line?
• A clapper valve is associated with which appliance used to combine lines?
• What is the reference book carried on every emergency vehicle?
• What year was SARA passed?
• What is the flash point of gasoline?
• What is the method for breaking tight couplings with two firefighters?
• On average, how many firefighters are required to rescue a single downed firefighter?
• Which horizontal member supports floors or roof decking?
• Heat transfer that occurs in the form of electromagnetic waves is called?
• Which standpipe class is designed for use by the fire department only?
• What term describes forces that push material together?
• Which term describes the procedures that reduce fire, water, and smoke damage during and after fires?
• What is the purpose of adding Ethyl mercaptan to propane and natural gas?
• Which option correctly lists the approximate composition of atmospheric air by volume?
• Which term is used to indicate an imminent fire-ground hazard such as a potential explosion or structural collapse?
• On a dry-pipe system, what does the bottom gauge indicate?
• What stage occurs when all combustible materials in the compartment are involved in the fire?
• All cuts made with power saws should be started and made with the saw running at which setting?
• The primary purpose of a roll call in incident management is to:
• What is the approximate weight of 1 cubic foot of water in pounds?
• What term describes loss, destruction, or material alteration of evidence by the person responsible for its preservation?
• Which type of door may trap firefighters not expecting it?
• What is the matrix that we use on a high-rise fire response?
• Which of the following is a step in the four-step method of instruction?
• What term describes a water mains configuration that delivers water to hydrants from more than one direction at the same time?
• Which manually operated initiating device does not incorporate a feature to prevent accidental and malicious alarms?
• Which principle states that each firefighter reports to only one supervisor?
• If one member of a truss fails, what is most likely to happen?
• Which area should have a smoke alarm as part of standard coverage?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the three listed types of vehicle construction?
• Which of the following is NOT a sprinkler mounting position?
• When ventilating a building, firefighters must choose between vertical or ______ ventilation.
• Heat transfer through liquids or gases by circulating currents is called what?
• What size of supply lines are used in Greensboro?
• Before making entry into a structure, the company officer should first conduct a ______.
• An attack that uses the steam-generating techniques of a ceiling-level attack and applies the fire stream to material burning near the floor is known as a(n) _________ attack.
• Which knot is used to tie two lengths of webbing together?
• What is the functional position on an attack line directly behind the nozzle position that controls reaction forces and feeds line into position?
• What term describes the volume between an inlet and an outlet that allows movement of heat and smoke from higher pressure areas toward the lower pressure areas accessible by openings?
• A ______ is a temporary location that provides refuge while awaiting rescue or finding a method of self-rescue.
• When a ladder is placed at a 75-degree angle for climbing and a firefighter is standing on a rung, how far away will the rung at shoulder height be from the firefighter?
• What do we do with the flow of product before extinguishing any fire around relief valves on class B cylinders?
• In negative ventilation, the exhaust should be directed toward which location?
• Clouds of dust and gas are considered to be which type of hazard?
• Metal swinging doors are difficult to force due to the ______ used in their construction.
• What is the expansion ratio for high expansion foam? (Alternate wording)
• Which opening position for trench ventilation is recommended?
• According to the 5-10-20 rule, what distance in inches should you maintain from the side airbag?
• The common length of straight ground ladders is between ______ feet.
• After the first arriving unit completes a scene size-up, responders deploy a hose line for protection of victims and rescuers. What diameter is specified for this protection line?
• Which attack is used on large fires by building a fire line with hand tools or machinery?
• In high-rise firefighting, the initial attack is typically started from:
• What is a safe location used for?
• A tanker carrying refrigerated liquids is known as which designation?
• Thunderstorm foam is classified as which class of foam?
• The pictograph used for a class ___ fire is a flame and a gasoline can.
• How many lights does the HUD have?
• Extinguishers over ______ lbs are required to have carrying handles.
• Which hazard class designation is used for oxidizers?
• In residential fires, the primary danger that leads to deaths is the production of what?
• What term describes high volume, high velocity, turbulent, ultra-dense black smoke?
• Which alarm system transmits an alarm directly to the fire station via telephone line or radio signal?
• A 12/12 pitch creates a ______ degree angle.
• What are the four routes of entry for human exposure?
• Manually operated initiating devices are located no more than ______ feet apart.
• In a high-rise fire response, what is the predetermined assignment for the 3rd engine?
• Which class does a dry powder extinguisher target?
• Which of the following is a blister agent?
• Trench ventilation is sometimes referred to as which type of ventilation?
• Why start on the fire floor when searching a multistory building?
• DOT hazard class 8 is for which hazard?
• Which statement about smoke alarm placement on levels and sleeping areas is true?
• Which tool is used to remove deadbolt lock cylinders?
• Which option is NOT a main webbing design used by firefighters?
• What is the psi for a smooth bore nozzle on a hand line?
• Which resource provides guidance for hazmat incidents and is commonly abbreviated as ERG?
• The regulator's air-pressure indicator lights are located on which side?
• What is the safest way to attack a fully involved vehicle fire if possible?
• In the NFPA 704 system, the white bottom quadrant indicates which type of hazard?
• In a high-rise operation, what is the primary objective of the first engine's initial hose line?
• What is the first step in the vehicle extrication process?
• Greensboro Fire Department uses which accountability system?
• What inch pipe is the recommended minimum size for fire hydrant supply mains in business or industrial areas?
• What is the weight range added by personal protective clothing for structural firefighting?
• When firefighters enter a burning building to perform rescue work, what must they first consider?
• Sarin gas is a type of which chemical agent?
• Breakdowns in ______ contribute to firefighter injuries and deaths.
• When building box cribbing, the height should not exceed _________ the width of the base.
• Which description matches the hazard described by BLEVE?
• What level of carbon monoxide is required to activate the CO meter alarm?
• Which knot is commonly used as a safety knot in firefighting?
• Fire Prevention Week is observed during the week of which date?
• A structure with greater-than-normal potential for loss from fire is known as what?
• Which term describes geographic-based units within a fire department?
• Which statement is true about the two gauges on a dry-pipe system?
• Which statement best describes the location of security screens on modern windows?
• Which statement best describes the purpose of Higbee cut indicators?
• Materials that yield oxygen or other gases are called?
• The connecting plate used in truss construction that can be made of flat steel or plywood is called what?
• According to NFPA 1971, the minimum TPP rating for turnout gear is what?
• Smoke and heat collect in a structure starting at which point?
• Which attack method reduces temperature to allow firefighters to advance and make a direct attack, typically performed from a window, doorway, or down a hallway?
• What does 10-50 PI stand for?
• Which of the following is not a type of existing roof ventilation opening?
• First-arriving firefighters observe unusual conditions that may indicate an __________ fire.
• Which type of metal swinging door construction is generally found at entry openings of modern buildings?
• Ventilation must be coordinated with ______ to maintain safety and effectiveness.
• Which circular saw blade is specified for sheet metal?
• A chopper blade being used on a circular saw provides a cut depth of ________ inches.
• Functional teams within a fire department that are assigned for a particular task are called
• What adapter is used to connect two hose lines with different threads?
• Concrete has excellent _____ strength when it cures.
• NFPA 1500 pertains to Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health Programs
• What is the name for a connecting plate used in truss construction that can be made of flat steel or plywood?
• The functional position on the hose that determines the water flow and direction is called what?
• The rope used to raise the ladder is called what?
• What are the three standard types of fire doors?
• What is the flammable range of gasoline?
• For extinguishers weigh­ing more than 40 pounds, the top must be installed no higher than which height above the floor?
• One way to remove water coming through the ceiling from upper floors is by using ______.
• Firefighters may use which option to extend reach during a search?
• Which American city had the first volunteer fire company?
• What is the term for the condition where flames move through unburned gases as a fire progresses?
• __________________ are functional rather than geographical crews assigned to perform a specific task.
• The rate of foam concentrate for an acetone spill is what percent?
• What is the name for a wall that carries the weight of beams, floors, and roofs?
• Heat stress occurs when the body's core temperature reaches what temperature?
• Slab doors can be constructed in solid core or hollow core configurations.
• The Scott Pak-tracker is activated by the __________.
• How do we know if an OS&Y valve is open?
• Which distance away should the smart-key be from the vehicle to prevent starting?
• This type of beam is supported in three or more places.
• If structural members are noncombustible but may not have fire-resistive protection, what type of construction is this?
• In the standard extrication sequence, which step is the final one?
• Which term describes the open space between the top floor ceiling and the roof underside?
• Which phrase best describes the moisture barrier's purpose?
• The four-digit number appearing on a placard is the UN ID.
• What is the predetermined assignment of the 2nd ladder on high-rise fires?
• Casement windows are opened by which mechanism?
• Halon use was restricted due to the Montreal protocol in which year?
• In what year was Greensboro's first fire company incorporated?
• In forcible entry operations, which tool is commonly used as the primary striking tool?
• The phenomenon that makes below-grade fires difficult to attack by causing heat and smoke to move upward is called the Chimney effect.
• Requiring firefighters to obtain a search warrant to reenter the scene is based on the case of ______.
• In ladder terminology, what is the name of the section that extends to reach higher levels?
• Which detector responds to sudden changes in temperature?
• Lewisite is a which type of chemical agent?
• Which of the following is the full list of DOT hazard classes?
• What is the predetermined assignment for the 4th engine on high-rise fires?
• Which type commonly involves domestic disputes and targets personal property?
• Keeping ladders in a state of usefulness or readiness is which term?
• When cylinder pressure drops to one-third of the supply, the primary reducer will change the pressure to which range?
• Which statement is true?
• Which standpipe system is used by the fire department and occupants?
• Heat resulting from the action of an electrical force on a non-conductive material is called?
• Which term describes the fuel category that is not part of the three main wildland vegetative fuel classes?
• Which term describes a fire stream pattern separated by coarsely divided droplets?
• Which roles comprise the Fire Department Command Staff?
• What is the name of a pitched roof with square-cut ends and sides that slope from the ridge to the eaves?
• Which of the following describes the two exceptions to the 2-in 2-out rule?
• Which alarm initiating device contains a small amount of radioactive material in its sensing chamber?
• Which option lists all four components of the foam tetrahedron?
• A hydrant grid provides supply from at least two directions; what capability does it provide?
• What rope is used for hoisting small tools and appliances, or anchoring ladders and hose lines?
• In the context of operation designations, which term is defined as a functional designation for assigning responsibility in an operation?
• The minimum temperature to which a liquid fuel in the air must be heated to produce vapors sufficient to form an ignitable mixture with air near the surface is called what?
• What is the first step to indicate a mayday transmission?
• Which sprinkler head component is responsible for shaping the spray pattern?
• When searching a multistory or high-rise building, where should your search begin?
• The locking mechanism on an extension ladder that holds the fly section in place is called the ______.
• DOT hazard class 7 designates which type of material?
• The main or running edge of a fire that spreads with the greatest speed.
• How many types of overhead doors are listed?
• Who do we contact for immediate information on chemical properties?
• What is the storage temperature range for Thunderstorm class B foam?
• FIRE LOC/FIRE VR talkgroups are non-repeated; identify the miles range this characteristic typically implies for coverage.
• In multistory buildings, which floor is searched first?
• Which of the following is a standard category used to classify car crashes?
• LD-50 is a toxicology metric that indicates the dose lethal to what proportion of subjects?
• Companies or crews that have been assigned on the basis of geography:
• Which term describes a condition that is common across many occupancies and increases ignition likelihood?
• DC electrical hazard can begin at voltages as low as which range?
• What type of radio is hand-held and small enough to be carried at all times?
• Who has the legal responsibility for determining the cause of a fire?
• Hydrocarbon fuels require an application rate of ___% foam solution, while polar solvents require an application rate of __-% foam solution.
• One gallon of water is equivalent to how many cubic inches?
• A load that is transmitted through the center of an element and runs perpendicular to the element is called what?
• Which fire setter sets spur-of-the-moment fires that develop patterns, may set and discover the fire, and may be present at the fire scene?
• What is the most important piece of information a firefighter can provide during an emergency activation?
• DOT hazard class 2 is designated for which hazard?
• Which communication traffic type is an urgent message that takes priority over all others except mayday?
• The best protection for a radioactive material is to follow the adage 'Time, distance, shielding'.
• How often should ladders be inspected?
• When can the scan feature be turned off on the portable radio?
• During a hose service test, the hose should be laid out in lengths of how many feet?
• Which statement correctly lists the factors that affect the condition of the building when locating hidden fires during overhaul operations?
• What is the explosive range of LPG?