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S 130 FIREFIGHTER TRAINING EXAM
2024 | ALL QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
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If you do not know what the fire is doing and you can't determine this information by personal observation: ------CORRECT ANSWER--------------- send someone to scout out to get it. The presence of _____ qualifies as one of the Situations that Shout "Watch Out!" ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------frequent spot fires across the fireline What are heat cramps? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------A condition that should be remedied with hydration and getting out of the sun What is the last of the Ten Standard Firefighting Orders? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Fight fire aggressively, having provided for safety first. What is considered one of the human hazards firefighters should be concerned about? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Critical stress
Unless you are assigned to _____, anchor your line to a barrier such as a road, creek, rock slide, etc. or other control line. ------CORRECT ANSWER- --------------hot spot What will necessitate a wider control line? ------CORRECT ANSWER--------- ------Fuel with a high oil content What is an anchor point used for? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------To reduce the chance of firefighters being flanked by the fire Why should you not bury burning fuels while constructing a fireline? ------ CORRECT ANSWER---------------Soil can insulate heat in the fuel for days, which could lead to a flareup. What is a guideline for constructing a fireline downhill? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Don't attempt to construct a downhill line if the fire is below the starting point. What federal act is specific to archaeological resources such as pottery, weapons, and tools, and covers federal and/or tribal lands? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Archaeological Resources Protection Act of 1979 What type of fireline is constructed on a hillside when there is the possibility of burning materials rolling down and crossing the fireline? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Undercut line
What is the advantage of constructing the fireline at the base of a hill and over the crown of the slope? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------You avoid the need for an undercut line to catch burning material that may roll down the hill. As a general rule, the fireline should be at least _____ as wide as the predominant fuel is tall. ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------1.5 times How should a fireline be constructed in an area saturated with spot fires or fingers? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Construct your line around them and burn-out. What is the number one consideration that should be addressed before constructing the fireline? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Safety of personnel What is true of firefighters that are fit to fight wildland fires? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------They are more tolerant of heat. What location is the best place to be when shielding yourself from lightning? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------In the cab of vehicle What is the difference between a fire burning on level ground and one burning on a 30-degree slope? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Fire on level ground will not spread as quickly as on the 30-degree slope.
How far apart should firefighters be when walking or working on the fireline? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------At least 10 feet What is one of the common denominators in fatal fires? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Helicopters or airtankers have adversely modified fire behavior. Establishing trigger points is a part of what aspect of LCES? ------ CORRECT ANSWER---------------Escape routes What is a Situation that Shouts "Watch Out!"? ------CORRECT ANSWER--- ------------There is no communications link with crew members or supervisor. When it is time to deploy your fire shelter,: ------CORRECT ANSWER-------- -------find a site clear of flammable vegetation. Studies have shown that wildland firefighters have been exposed to the most toxic smoke during which activities? ------CORRECT ANSWER--------- ------Mop-up operations What type of protective gear should be worn during wildland firefighting? --- ---CORRECT ANSWER---------------Cotton, wool or part-wool socks
What is the best indicator of a lot of heat on the fireline? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------White ash What is a consideration for deploying fire shelters? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Drop your gear as soon as you realize your escape may be compromised. A properly designated safety zone: ------CORRECT ANSWER--------------- should not require the deployment of a fire shelter. What is the prime factor in controlling fatigue during wildland fires? ------ CORRECT ANSWER---------------Try to average one hour of sleep for every two hours worked. How does a fire shelter help to protect wildland firefighters? ------ CORRECT ANSWER---------------It reflects radiant heat and traps cooler, breathable air. One of the situations that shout "Watch Out!" is when safety zones and escape routes are: ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------not identified. What is a characteristic of good safety zones? ------CORRECT ANSWER--- ------------They should not be downwind from the fire.
What is true of SCBA and respirators used in wildland firefighting? ------ CORRECT ANSWER---------------Both SCBAs and respirators may be used during wildland operations. How is tactical weather information used in wildland fire operations ------ CORRECT ANSWER---------------Information is recorded at regular intervals to enable you to detect changes in fire behavior. What does the acronym LCES stand for? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------- -----Lookouts, Communications, Escape Routes, Safety Zones What is a characteristic required of an on-site lookout ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Must be knowledgeable in fire behavior to know what to look for What is true of safety zones used in wildland firefighting? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Any safety zone must be free of fuels. If the main fire is more than 100 feet from power lines and there are small spot fires closer to the wires: ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------you can continue your attack. What are the four groupings within the Ten Standard Firefighting Orders? -- ----CORRECT ANSWER---------------Fire Behavior, Safety, Operational Control, Firefighting
A slopover occurs when: ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------the fire crosses over a fireline. How is the P.A.C.E. planning tool used in determining the best location for constructing a fireline? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------It reminds personnel to think beyond just one plan of action. What can hinder and limit available common fireline construction methods? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------The area has been designated wilderness or a historically sensitive area What is a general guideline for creating a fireline? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Be sure to look up and cut fuels that are near or overhanging your fireline. A "cold line" refers to: ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------a fireline that has been controlled and checked to ensure no heat remains on the fireline. What is a guideline for constructing a fireline? ------CORRECT ANSWER---- -----------You should avoid creating sharp turns in your line. When a fireline is to be built below a fire burning on a slope, the width of the line is not dictated by the slope, but rather by: ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------the need for trenching.
Why should charred fuels be moved inside the fireline? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Charred fuels may still be hot. What should be done with applied gel that has dried and lost its water? -----
- CORRECT ANSWER---------------The gel can be lightly misted and it will rehydrate. Which statement about how different nozzles can be used to apply Class A foam is accurate? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Aspirating nozzles inject air into a fine stream of foam solution at the nozzle tip. Which of the following problems encountered during backfiring is considered a warning sign? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------The weather is likely to change. What is a principle of water management? ------CORRECT ANSWER-------- -------It takes very little water to cover large volumes of fuel, especially if it is broken up into a spray. A compressed air foam system: ------CORRECT ANSWER--------------- injects air into the foam solution with an air compressor. When added to water, wetting agents: ------CORRECT ANSWER--------------
- reduce the surface tension of water.
What is the ring firing technique used for? ------CORRECT ANSWER--------- ------It is used when you are trying to save a valuable resource like a structure, or a historic or archeological site. The key to a successful backfire is that: ------CORRECT ANSWER------------ ---the main fire draws the backfire to it. What is an appropriate safety precaution to take when handling foam concentrates? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Always use appropriate PPE and waterproof gloves. What is a guideline for using foam to construct a wet line? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Wet line constructed using foam can be used to fire from during an indirect attack. What type of backfiring is ignited at a control line and allowed to burn with the wind? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Head firing What is an accurate description of Class A foam? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------It creates bubbles that decrease surface tension allowing deeper penetration of water. What is one of the objectives of burning-out? ------CORRECT ANSWER----- ----------To widen control lines
What are ICS Type 4, 5, 6, and 7 engines primarily used for? ------ CORRECT ANSWER---------------Wildland fire protection What is a safety guideline for working with and around bulldozers? ------ CORRECT ANSWER---------------The only time it is okay to ride on a bulldozer is if your life depends on it. The best method for determining the effectiveness of hand crews is to evaluate: ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------fuel, weather, topography, and time of day. What is a general rule of friction loss? ------CORRECT ANSWER--------------
- The smaller the diameter of hose, the greater the friction loss. What is a tandem attack? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------The lead engine takes the heat out of the fire and the second engine is used to follow the first engine, picking up hotspots and securing the line. To guide an aircraft from the ground, use known topographical features, reference part of the fire, and: ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------use clock orientation with 12 o'clock position at the nose and 6 o'clock at the tail. What is a general rule for nozzle pressure? ------CORRECT ANSWER------- --------The smaller the nozzle size, the higher the nozzle pressure.
What is the best use for a helitack crew? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------- -----Working to contain spot fires or burn-through in retardant lines When using a fusee or road flare to ignite grass or forest litter, ensure that you: ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------do not stare at the burning tip. What hazard is associated with fire retardant used in air drops? ------ CORRECT ANSWER---------------It is very slippery, especially on a hard surface. What is the main factor in how bulldozers will perform during wildland firefighting operations? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------The experience, skill, and motivation of the operator. How should aircraft and ground crews work together in fighting wildland fires? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Ensure that retardant drops will have follow-up by ground forces. A skidder with a tank and water pump attached is called a(an): ------ CORRECT ANSWER---------------skidgine. On what type of terrain are tractor-plows most effective? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Deep soils or boggy areas
What is the best way to protect hose and fittings when they are being transported or stored? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Roll the hose with the male end on the inside of the roll. What is an accurate statement about using helicopters for wildland firefighting operations? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------They require a great deal of maintenance. What is considered the best tactical use of aircraft in wildland firefighting operations? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------The correct answer is: If the fire is spotting, use the airtankers to hold the spot fires until ground forces can be positioned to control. Where is the best location for a bulldozer to construct firelines? ------ CORRECT ANSWER---------------Just off the top of a ridge on the slope away from the fire What is the primary function of the Air Attack Officer? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Safety Retardant drops from airtankers are most effective during wildland firefighting when: ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------ground action follows after a retardant drop. What is the term for the weight of water in a vertical column? ------ CORRECT ANSWER---------------Head pressure
What is a safety rule for working in or around helicopters? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Do not throw items from the helicopter. As a rule of thumb, what size of crew should be able to construct a 3-foot- wide fireline around a one-acre grass fire in one hour? ------CORRECT ANSWER--------------- 15 What type of equipment has a grinding head on wheels or tracks that moves through brush and grinds it up? ------CORRECT ANSWER------------- --Masticator What is a reason typical structural firefighting engines are not used for mobile attack? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------They are designed to pump water while stationary. What is always the first incident priority? ------CORRECT ANSWER----------- ----Life safety What type of smoke are you most likely to see if there is little surface wind, but more wind higher up? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------The column is going up, but the top of the smoke is bent over. How should you mop up dozer piles that are still on fire or smoldering? -----
- CORRECT ANSWER---------------Separate the dirt from the fuels and then extinguish any fuel that is burning.
What type of direct attack has numerous anchor points and involves attacking the fire's perimeter at several places at one time? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Envelopment When sizing up weather conditions, what is a method for determining if the air is stable? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Check the smoke column Your size-up of the fire begins when you: ------CORRECT ANSWER---------- -----leave the station. Which statement about parallel attack is accurate? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------The line is immediately burned-out after construction; you carry the fire with you as you go. What types of fuels will spot fire the most quickly and easily? ------ CORRECT ANSWER---------------Rotten wood on the ground or in logs What is "cold trailing" in wildland firefighting? ------CORRECT ANSWER----- ----------Building fireline along the edge of a fire that has gone out or is just smoldering What is a disadvantage of the indirect attack method? ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Fire may cross the line before it is burned-out.
