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FIREFIGHTER 2 PRACTICE EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS | LATEST VERSION 2024 | 300 QUESTIONS, Exams of Safety and Fire Engineering

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FIREFIGHTER 2 PRACTICE EXAM QUESTIONS

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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS | GRADED A+

1. When a Company Officer arrives first on a fire scene, the officer is in command until:

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A. the fire is declared under control.

B. a chief officer arrives and may choose to assume command.

C. the chief of the department arrives.

D. arrival of the senior shift officer. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------b

2. An employee becomes frustrated because he/she cannot comply with conflicting

orders from different bosses. This situation was caused by a violation of: *

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A. chain of command.

B. division of labor.

C. span of control.

D. unity of command. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------d

3. Policies are examples of standing plans designed to provide: *

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A. staffing requirement guidelines.

B. guidance for decision making.

C. problem-solving.

D. communications. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------b

4 . A procedure is a/an: *

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A. guide to thinking.

B. detailed guide to action.

C. guide to decision making.

D. interpretation -----CORRECT ANSWER---------b

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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS | GRADED A+

When a Company Officer arrives first on a fire scene, the officer is in command until:

1/ A. the fire is declared under control. B. a chief officer arrives and may choose to assume command. C. the chief of the department arrives. D. arrival of the senior shift officer. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------b

An employee becomes frustrated because he/she cannot comply with conflicting orders from different bosses. This situation was caused by a violation of: * 1/ A. chain of command. B. division of labor. C. span of control. D. unity of command. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------d
Policies are examples of standing plans designed to provide: * 1/ A. staffing requirement guidelines. B. guidance for decision making. C. problem-solving. D. communications. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------b
A procedure is a/an: * 1/ A. guide to thinking. B. detailed guide to action. C. guide to decision making. D. interpretation -----CORRECT ANSWER---------b

Under normal conditions, only a/an may order multiple alarms or additional resources for large-scale incidents. * 1/ A. logistics officer B. planning officer C. safety operations officer D. incident commander -----CORRECT ANSWER---------d
The tracking of personnel working at an incident requires a system that is standardized for every incident to establish: * 1 / A. accountability. B. chain of command. C. unity of command. D. span of control. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------a
The Incident Command System is best defined as: * 1/ A. the overall plan developed and used to control an incident. B. an organized, systematic method for the command, control, and management of an emergency incident. C. the ability to start small and expand if an incident becomes more complex. D. one designated leader or ofricer to command an incident. -----CORRECT ANSWER-- -------b
In order for the Incident Command System to function properly, it must contain all of the following components except: * 1/ A. common terminology. B. integrated communications. C. all personnel from a single agency. D. consolidated incident action plans. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------c
A uniform data collection system used by most departments to track incident information is known as the: * 1/ A. National Fire Incident Reporting System. B. National Fire Incident Recording System.

A. on multichannels also. B. run by cell phone so the radio is not tied up. C. assigned a separate channel dedicated for use on that scene only. D. Both A and C are correct. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------d

A special communications device which allows the hearing or speech impaired to communicate via telephone is known as a system. * 1/ A. commercial phone B. TDD/TTY text phone C. direct line D. wireless -----CORRECT ANSWER---------b
The important difference between Basic 911 and Enhanced 911 is that: * 1/ A. enhanced systems have the capability to provide the caller's telephone number and address. B. enhanced systems are used only in rural areas. C. basic systems are more reliable than enhanced. D. basic systems have the capability to provide the caller's telephone number and address. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------A
Computer·aided dispatch is: * 1/ A. a computer-based, automated system that assists the telecommunicator in assessing dispatch information and recommends responses. B. an organized collection of similar facts. C. typically used by operations chief officers in the fire service. D. an emergency alerting device primarily used by volunteer department personnel to receive reports of emergency incidents. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------a
Which of the following is not a polar solvent? * 1/ A. Alcohol B. Acetone C. Kerosene D. Ketone -----CORRECT ANSWER---------c

For application of aqueous film-forming foam, educators or proportioners operate on a/an _________ principle. * 1/ A. static pressure B. venturi C. induction D. positive pressure -----CORRECT ANSWER---------B
Solid bore or solid tip nozzles can be effectively used for foam application with: * 1/ A. Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF). B. protein foam. C. Compressed Air Foam Systems (CAFS). D. Film-Forming Fluoroprotein (FFFP). -----CORRECT ANSWER---------c
Which of the following is not one of the ways foam is applied using a nozzle? * 1/ A. Raindown or snowflake technique B. Bank-in or roll-on technique C. Sub-surface injection technique D. Bank-down or off the wall technique -----CORRECT ANSWER---------c
A roof that is elevated in the center and with an angular slope to the edges is called a _______ roof. * 1/ A. butterfly B. dome C. pitched/gabled D. double-angle -----CORRECT ANSWER---------c
Spalling of concrete could lead to early collapse in Type I buildings because: * 1/ A. loss of moisture in concrete reduces its fire rating. B. the added weight of broken pieces may cause overload. C. it could create void spaces.

Which of the following is a form of electrical heat energy? * 1/ A. Nuclear B. Chemical C. Flashover D. Arcing -----CORRECT ANSWER---------d
Natural roof ventilation openings consist of: * 1/ A. cutting a 4 ft X 4 ft hole. B. trench cutting and smoke ejectors. C. scuttle hatches, skylights, stairwell openings and bulkheads. D. fire streams from aerial ladders directed across a ventilation opening. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------c
Which of the following is considered a natural or normal roof opening? * 1/ A. Parapet B. Skylight C. Soffit D. Fire stop -----CORRECT ANSWER---------b
Before cutting an opening in a roof, fire fighters should: * 1/ A. inspect their cutting tools for sharpness. B. check for natural or existing openings. C. open all top windows on the windward side of the building. D. open all bottom windows on the leeward side of the building. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------b
To localize a fire and create a chimney effect, the primary ventilation hole should be placed: * 1/ A. at the far end of the roof on the leeward side. B. directly over the fire. C. at the far end of the roof on the windward side.

D. in an area where supplemental forced or mechanical ventilation can easily be added later, if needed. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------b

In high-rise fire fighting situations, typically the fire attack will be initiated from: * 1/ A. the fire floor. B. one floor below the fire. C. one floor above the fire. D. two floors below the fire. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------b
Construction featuring exterior walls and structural members that are noncombustible or of limited combustible materials without additional fire-resistant protection is Type ______ construction. * 1/ A. I B. II C. III D.V -----CORRECT ANSWER---------c
During a fire, the control valve on a sprinkler system should be closed: * 1/ A. as soon as the fire department arrives. B. after ensuring the fire is out or completely under control. C. prior to advancing hose lines into fire area. D. when building occupants decide fire is out. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------b Directions: Read the following statements regarding reinforced concrete as a building construction material and select your answer from choices A-D.
Concrete is usually reinforced to increase its compressive strength.
Fire damage to reinforced concrete primarily consists of spalling.
Spalling of reinforced concrete can lead to building collapse.
Select your answer from choices A-D. * 1/ A. Statement 1 is true; statements 2 and 3 are false. B. Statements 1 and 2 are true; statement 3 is false. C. Statement 1 is false; statements 2 and 3 are true. D. All three statements are true. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------c

A. 1.5 times lighter B. 2 times lighter C. 1.5 times heavier D. 0.5 times heavier -----CORRECT ANSWER---------c

Prior to the fire investigator's arrival, fire fighters should _______ any evidence found. * 1/ A. tag and photograph B. protect and preserve C. collect and package D. isolate and remove -----CORRECT ANSWER---------b
Initial recognition and preservation of evidence is the responsibility of the: * 1/ A. fire marshal. B. fire inspector. C. fire investigator. D. fire fighter. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------d Directions: Read the following statements regarding discovery and preservation of evidence and select your answer from choices A-D.
Fire fighters have a responsibility to preserve evidence that could indicate the origin or cause of fire.
Evidence discovered should be left in place and protected, and a Company Officer or the fire investigator should be notified immediately.
Evidence is most often found during salvage and overhaul.
Select your answer from choices A-D. * 1/ A. Statement 1 is true, statements 2 and 3 are false. B. Statements 1 and 2 are true, statement 3 is false. C. Statement 1 is false; statements 2 and 3 are true. D. All three statements are true. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------d
Hybrid vehicles present the following hazards to rescuers: * 1/ A. air bags can self-explode while the power is on. B. high-voltage cables that have an electrocution hazard.

C. fuel tanks in the rear that can lead to explosion hazards. D. fuel sources have a tendency to leak. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------b

If possible, entry to a vehicle for rescue purposes should be made through the: * 1/ A. windshield. B. doors. C. roof. D. trunk/hatch. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------b
A spring-loaded center punch is a good tool to use for breaking ________ vehicle glass. * 1/ A. laminated B. tempered C.lexan D. plate -----CORRECT ANSWER---------b
Which of the following statements regarding air bags is incorrect? * 1/ A. Bags must be on or against a solid base. B. You must crib as you lift. C. Do not stack more than two bags. D. When stacking two bags of different sizes the larger bag goes on top. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------d
In doing a dash displacement, the dash is pushed forward by either a mechanical high lift jack or: * 1/ A. a medium pressure airbag. B. a high pressure airbag. C. a hydraulic ram. D. an air chisel. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------c
Of the situations listed below, which would not apply to a shoring situation? * 1/

D. Type IV -----CORRECT ANSWER---------b

Purposes for fire company surveys include all of the following except to: * 1/ A. detect and eliminate hazards. B. collect information for prefire planning. C. provide a show of force to the public and building owner. D. provide valuable life safety information services to property owners. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------c
A facility in which there is a great potential likelihood of life or property loss from a fire is called a/an ________ hazard. * 1/ A. special B. assembly C. target D. industrial -----CORRECT ANSWER---------c
What is a voluntary home fire inspection that is requested by a homeowner called? * 1/ A. A code inspection B. A secondary code inspection C. A home fire safety survey D. A Class 11 inspection -----CORRECT ANSWER---------c
One of the goals of public fire safety education is to: * 1/ A. wake people up to the legal ramifications of having a fire. B. awaken public interest and support in the fire department. C. teach people how to react if a fire occurs. D. lower insurance rates. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------c
Which of the following statements regarding preparing for an inspection visit is incorrect? * 1/ A. Plan the area to be inspected.

B. Review occupancy files prior to leaving the station. C. Inspections are performed around firefighting schedules and not the schedule of the business owner. D. Give consideration to the type of activities conducted at the business relative to the time of day chosen for the inspection. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------c

The simplest and most effective method of achieving the fire service goal of the preservation of life and property is: * 1/ A. prevention. B. improved technology. C. more fire fighters. D. more fire stations. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------a
One topic a fire fighter may be asked to present during a fire safety presentation to an external group is: * 1/ A. fire stream applications. B. home safety practices. C. fire extinguisher maintenance. D. rescue practices. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------b
The first step in making a fire safety presentation is to: * 1/ A. transfer facts and ideas. B. practice new ideas. C. explain information. D. prepare the audience for learning. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------d
Manual detection systems typically have two problems. The first is that many are local only, and the second is that: * 1/ A. they are very technical to use. B. they are placed in closets to reduce false alarms. C. building occupants need a key to operate system. D. a person must be present to activate the system. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------d

B. ductile iron. C. brass. D. steel or plastic. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------d

Which of the following sprinkler system components is used to limit water flow to one direction? * 1/ A. OS&Y valve B. Check valve C. Control valve D. Butterfly valve -----CORRECT ANSWER---------b
During the preincident site visit/survey, what information should be obtained and documented? * 1/ A. Built-in fire protection B. Construction type C. Structure size, height and number of stories D. All of the above. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------d
The full name of an OS&Y valve is _______ valve. * 1/ A. open stem and yoke B. outside, shut, and yoke C. outside shield and yoke D. outside stem and yoke -----CORRECT ANSWER---------d
The types of valves found in water supply distribution systems are: * 1/ A. indicating and non-indicating. B. ball and check. C. in-line and flow. D. all of the above. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------a
Which of the following is not one of the component parts of a dry-barrel fire hydrant?

A. Operating stem B. Stem nut C. Post-indicator gate D. Drain hole -----CORRECT ANSWER---------c

Which of the following is not a component of a grid system? * 1/ A. Primary feeders B. Secondary feeders C. Distributors D. Risers -----CORRECT ANSWER---------d
The following illustration depicts a _______ hydrant. * 1/ A. dry-barrel B. wet-barrel C. drafting D. dry -----CORRECT ANSWER---------b
Which of the following is not one of the three common systems for water system distribution? * 1/ A. Artesian B. Direct pumping C. Gravity D. Combination -----CORRECT ANSWER---------a
The four fundamental components of a modern water system are: * 1/ A. source, mains, feeders, and risers. B. primary, secondary, standpipes, and subscriber connections. C. pipes, valves, hydrants, and pumps. D. source, means of moving, treatment plant, and distribution system. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------d

8 3. Which statement regarding residential sprinklers is incorrect? * 1/ A. They are smaller versions of wet- or dry-pipe sprinkler systems. B. The water supply is combined with the domestic system. C. The use of plastic pipe is allowed. D. They are designed to control the level of rire involvement such that residents can escape. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------a

How does a deluge system differ from other types of sprinkler systems? * 1/ A. It has air in the system until activated. B. It is installed in floors not ceilings. C. All sprinkler heads are open. D. All of the above. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------c
A post indicator valve (PIV) is: * 1/ A. a device to speed the operation of the dry-pipe valve by detecting the decrease in air pressure. B. designed to control the head pressure at the outlet of a standpipe system to prevent excessive nozzle pressures in hose lines. C. a control valve that is mounted on a post case with a small window reading either "open" or "shut." D. a control valve that is mounted on a wall in a metal case with a small window reading either "open" or "shut." -----CORRECT ANSWER---------c
Dry-pipe systems are used in all of the following incidents except: * 1/ A. in buildings that refrigerate or freeze materials. B. in unheated buildings. C. outdoor applications where freezing temperatures occur. D. where rapid activation is required. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------d
Failure to open a dry-barrel hydrant fully will result in a reduced amount of available water and will contribute to: *

A. sedimentation. B. susceptibility to freezing. C. difficulty in draining the main. D. ground erosion. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------d

Directions: Read the following statements regarding rire hydrants and select your answer from Choices A-D.
The valve that controls the flow of water in a dry-barrel hydrant is located below ground and the frost line.
The drain opening found at the bottom of the barrel is an exclusive feature of dry- barrel hydrants.
A dry-barrel hydrant should always be either fully open or fully closed. Select your answer from Choices A-D. * 1/ A. Statement 1 is true; statements 2 and 3 are false. B. Statements 1 and 2 are true; statement 3 is false. C. Statement 1 is false; statements 2 and 3 are true. D. All three statements are true. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------d
Directions: Read the following statements regarding fire hydrants and select your answer from choices A- D.
Mechanical damage to fire hydrants can be caused by many things including nature, vandals, accidents, and improper actions by members of the fire department.
Rust and corrosion of hydrants should be noted for referral to the water department during hydrant inspection by fire fighters.
Sedimentation and encrustation can restrict or completely obstruct flow from hydrants. Select your answer from choices A- D. * 1/ A. Statement 1 is true; statements 2 and 3 are false. B. Statements 1 and 2 are true; statement 3 is false. C. Statement 1 is false; statements 2 and 3 are true. D. All three statements are true. -----CORRECT ANSWER---------d
The simplest sprinkler system in design and operation is the ________ system. * 1/ A. wet-pipe B. deluge C. dry-pipe

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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS | GRADED A+