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150 PRACTICE EXAM FIREFIGHTER
1. The steel-cutting blade is
(A) made of aluminum.
(B) used to cut windows.
(C) an abrasive-type blade.
(D) designed for cutting light sheet metal. -
2. For which of the following would the fire service all-purpose saw NOT
be used?
(A) Making cutting operations easier.
(B) Cutting a cord of firewood.
(C) Making fire operations more efficient.
(D) Speeding up the ventilation process. -
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150 PRACTICE EXAM FIREFIGHTER

  1. The steel-cutting blade is

(A) made of aluminum.

(B) used to cut windows.

(C) an abrasive-type blade.

(D) designed for cutting light sheet metal. - ✔ ✔

  1. For which of the following would the fire service all-purpose saw NOT be used?

(A) Making cutting operations easier.

(B) Cutting a cord of firewood.

(C) Making fire operations more efficient.

(D) Speeding up the ventilation process. - ✔ ✔

  1. The cut of the all-purpose saw is limited to a depth of

(A) 2 inches.

(B) 4 inches.

(C) 6 inches.

(D) 12 inches. - ✔ ✔

  1. To cut a wood floor the best blade would be the

(A) aluminum blade.

(B) silicon carbide blade.

(C) steel-cutting blade.

(D) carbide-tip blade. - ✔ ✔

  1. To breach a hole in a cinder-block wall the most effective tool is an all-purpose saw

with a

(A) high-speed abrasive blade.

(D) the combination of high speed, high horsepower, and versatility. - ✔ ✔

  1. A firefighter alert for safety would use

(A) the saw only on the ground.

(B) only sharp blades.

(C) a back-up firefighter to watch the operation.

(D) only the carbide-tip blade. - ✔ ✔

  1. Which of the following would be INCORRECT to say about the all- purpose saw?

(A) It is rarely used by the fire service.

(B) It comes equipped with three types of blades.

(C) It can cut almost any material.

(D) It can be used at fires or emergencies. - ✔ ✔

  1. The horsepower rating of the all-purpose saw is approximately

(A) 3.5 horsepower.

(B) 4.5 horsepower.

(C) 7.5 horsepower.

(D) 6,000 horsepower. - ✔ ✔

  1. It would be INCORRECT to lift a relatively heavy pail of debris with

(A) elbows and arms close to the body.

(B) chin tucked in.

(C) body weight over the object.

(D) back straight.

Murtagh,James; Haefner,Darryl (2013-02-01). Barron's Firefighter Candidate Exams, 7th edition (Page 126).. Kindle Edition. - ✔ ✔

  1. If you are a firefighter confronted with the need to lift an extremely heavy object, you

would be acting correctly if you

(A) advised your superior that the object could not be lifted.

(B) requested help from your superior.

Murtagh,James; Haefner,Darryl (2013-02-01). Barron's Firefighter Candidate Exams, 7th edition (Page 126).. Kindle Edition. - ✔ ✔

  1. Poor lifting methods lead to sprains and strains. These injuries

(A) occur only when on duty.

(B) are an unavoidable hazard of the firefighter's job.

(C) usually occur at night.

(D) account for a large percentage of the time lost to injuries.

Murtagh,James; Haefner,Darryl (2013-02-01). Barron's Firefighter Candidate Exams, 7th edition (Page 126).. Kindle Edition. - ✔ ✔

  1. The term "calculated risk" is

(A) an infrequently used expression.

(B) not part of a firefighter's vocabulary.

(C) the best-understood term in the fire service.

(D) one of the most overworked and most deceptive phrases used in connection

with safety.

Murtagh,James; Haefner,Darryl (2013-02-01). Barron's Firefighter Candidate Exams, 7th edition (Page 127).. Kindle Edition. - ✔ ✔

  1. A firefighter knows that

(A) chance is a way of life.

(B) Lady Luck and calculated risk are synonymous.

(C) most people make a conscious effort to estimate a calculated risk.

(D) even though the risk was calculated, it may still cause injury.

Murtagh,James; Haefner,Darryl (2013-02-01). Barron's Firefighter Candidate Exams, 7th edition (Page 128).. Kindle Edition. - ✔ ✔

  1. The main point of this passage is that

(A) firefighters have to take risks.

(B) injuries can be reduced by clear thinking.

(C) following the rules for making a calculated risk will remove the threat of chance.

(D) the firefighter's safety is the most important consideration in firefighting.

Murtagh,James; Haefner,Darryl (2013-02-01). Barron's Firefighter Candidate Exams, 7th edition (Page 128).. Kindle Edition. - ✔ ✔

  1. To make a meaningful calculated risk one must

(A) discipline oneself to size up a situation rapidly and make moves based on job

Murtagh,James; Haefner,Darryl (2013-02-01). Barron's Firefighter Candidate Exams, 7th edition (Page 128).. Kindle Edition. - ✔ ✔

  1. It would be correct to say about "calculated risk" that

(A) each of the two words has the same meaning. (B) risk cannot be calculated.

(C) the term is badly misunderstood.

(D) the term is confusing.

Murtagh,James; Haefner,Darryl (2013-02-01). Barron's Firefighter Candidate Exams, 7th edition (Page 128).. Kindle Edition. - ✔ ✔

  1. It would be INCORRECT for a fire officer to believe that

(A) firefighters must accept something less than an absolute degree of safety.

(B) risk may be taken without estimating the situation.

(C) safety is a relative condition where firefighting is concerned.

(D) self-discipline is an essential component of firefighting.

Murtagh,James; Haefner,Darryl (2013-02-01). Barron's Firefighter Candidate Exams, 7th edition (Page 128).. Kindle Edition. - ✔ ✔

  1. Which of the following statement is correct according to the passage?

(A) Metals are the best conductors.

(B) Convection is the same as conduction.

(C) Heat radiation is a major cause of cancer.

(D) Conduction occurs only in liquids.

Murtagh,James; Haefner,Darryl (2013-02-01). Barron's Firefighter Candidate Exams, 7th edition (Page 130).. Kindle Edition. - ✔ ✔

  1. In accordance with the phenomenon of convection, at a house fire heat should

(A) disperse rapidly.

(B) seek lower levels.

(C) increase geometrically.

(D) rise until stopped by a barrier.

Murtagh,James; Haefner,Darryl (2013-02-01). Barron's Firefighter Candidate Exams, 7th edition (Page 130).. Kindle Edition. - ✔ ✔

  1. Heat is transmitted through space by

(A) conduction.

(B) convection.

(C) radiation.

(D) none of the above.

(A) Conduction occurs in all materials.

(B) Liquids are good conductors.

(C) Convection of heated air is rare.

(D) All fluids are liquids.

Murtagh,James; Haefner,Darryl (2013-02-01). Barron's Firefighter Candidate Exams, 7th edition (Page 131).. Kindle Edition. - ✔ ✔

  1. Heat transmission is a constant problem. Fires spread by

(A) conduction only.

(B) thermal transmission.

(C) the hot water in a boiler.

(D) the sun.

Murtagh,James; Haefner,Darryl (2013-02-01). Barron's Firefighter Candidate Exams, 7th edition (Page 131).. Kindle Edition. - ✔ ✔

Which of the following was not suggested for personnel protection with regard to dealing with the chemical in question?

A. Keep upwind of the chemical.

B. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus.

C. Avoid bodily contact with the chemical.

D. Any chemical that may inadvertently contact the body should be washed off with large amounts of alcohol. - ✔ ✔ D. Any chemical that may inadvertently contact the body should be washed off with large amounts of alcohol.

If a container of ethylene oxide has been subjected to fire for a prolonged period of time, what is the recommended distance for safe evacuation? - ✔ ✔ 5,000 feet

What dilution of ethylene oxide with water is required to effectively inhibit its flammability? - ✔ ✔ 24: 1

Once ethylene oxide becomes contaminated, what kind of chemical process may occur that can generate enough heat and pressure to rupture its containment? - ✔ ✔ Polymerization

  1. Which of the following choices is not recognized as a symptom stemming from ethylene oxide vapor exposure?

A. Eye irritation

B. Skin irritation or burns

C. Irritation of the respiratory system

  1. In the process of fighting a fire, your superior officer directs you to perform a different part of the operation. If, because of the noise and commotion you do not fully hear or comprehend what was said, what should you do? - ✔ ✔ Ask your commanding officer to repeat the instruction.

Problems that occur at the fire scene that hamper the efficiency of how a fire is handled are normally attributed to poor communication among firefighters. If a direction is not fully comprehended or clearly heard, it is better to have it repeated than to undertake action on your own initiative. Effective teamwork is imperative for any kind of operation to be conducted efficiently. The other choices run counter to this concept.

  1. If someone's clothing were to catch on fire, what would be an appropriate thing to do? - ✔ ✔ If it is a loose fitting garment, such as a jacket or coat, you should attempt to strip it off.

Wrap a blanket or something similar around the victim to smother the flames.

Get the victim to drop to the ground and roll slowly.

  1. Icy road conditions can be particularly hazardous for driving because - ✔ ✔ Friction between the tires and road is minimized.

Brakes, contrary to popular thought, are not directly responsible for stopping a vehicle. Instead, they retard the motion of the wheels. Consequently, friction develops between the tire and the road which is directly responsible for a vehicle coming to a complete stop.

  1. According to the National Safety Council, each year twenty times more deaths within the United States are caused by fires than by tornadoes, floods, earthquakes, and hurricanes combined. What can we deduce from this statement?

A. Fires are more lethal by comparison.

B. Tornadoes, floods, earthquakes, and hurricanes are taken for granted by most people.

C. People are better able to cope with natural weather phenomena than fire.

D. Statistically there are many more fires than natural weather or geophysical disasters. This, combined with public apathy and a lack of education about fire, is the probable reason for the high fatality rate. - ✔ ✔ D. Statistically there are many more fires than natural weather or geophysical disasters. This, combined with public apathy and a lack of education about fire, is the probable reason for the high fatality rate.

D. It is just another menial job to keep firefighters constantly busy. - ✔ ✔ C. It reduces the possibility of bends becoming permanently set at certain points in the hoseline.

It is a fact that hose lines left unused for long periods of time deteriorate more quickly than hoses that are frequently used. Unloading hose at least once a month eliminates the problem of bends becoming permanently set in the lining. Once bends happen, hoses can become weak at the bend points and are more prone to leakage or rupture.

  1. What is the most important attribute a good driver has over someone with marginal driving ability? - ✔ ✔ A good attitude.
  2. Firefighters are responsible for preventing any unnecessary damage from occurring to hoselines at the scene of a fire. Not only are they expensive to replace, but damaged hoses can become ineffective in fighting a fire if they cannot remain charged because of leaks or ruptures. Which of the following hose-care practices is not recommended?

A. Avoid excessive dragging.

B. Don't allow vehicles to run over charged hoses.

C. Avoid laying hose over sharp or rough corners.

D. Use hot air to quickly dry the outside woven jacket of the hose. - ✔ ✔ D. Use hot air to quickly dry the outside woven jacket of the hose.

Most hoses are composed of rubber, natural or synthetic. When rubber is subjected to hot air, it quickly deteriorates or cracks. Moderately warm air should be used to dry hoseline.

  1. In your judgment, what is the best reason for fire hoses to be removed and reloaded on an apparatus at least once every 30 days? - ✔ ✔ It reduces the possibility of bends becoming permanently set at certain points in the hoseline.

It is a fact that hose lines left unused for long periods of time deteriorate more quickly than hoses that are frequently used. Unloading hose at least once a month eliminates the problem of bends becoming permanently set in the lining. Once bends happen, hoses can become weak at the bend points and are more prone to leakage or rupture.

  1. Without considering braided nylon, which of the 1 ½" diameter ropes shown in the chart would support the greatest load?

A. Braided nylon

B. Nylon