Mid Term Prep (1, 2, 3, 4)

Which telecommunications system for receiving emergency calls is operated by the fire department, emergency medical service, or law enforcement agency? (69) [6.2.1]

A. Enhanced 9-1-1 (E-9-1-1)

B. Mobile Data Terminal (MDT)

C. Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP)

D. Emergency Services Specific Telecommunications Center

D

Which telecommunications system for receiving emergency calls uses a central location that routes emergency calls to the appropriate dispatcher? (69) [6.2.1]

A. Enhanced 9-1-1 (E-9-1-1)

B. Mobile Data Terminal (MDT)

C. Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP)

D. Emergency Services Specific Telecommunications Center

C

An Enhanced 9-1-1 (E-9-1-1) public alerting system combines telephone and computer equipment to provide dispatchers with information such as: (70) [6.2.1]

A. the caller's location.

B. the nearest responders available.

C. number of people involved in the emergency.

D. types of hazards or potential threats at the scene.

A

Which communications center equipment allows the public to text 9- 1-1 and send videos to communications centers? (70) [6.2.1]

A. Teletype (TTY)

B. Direct line telephones

C. Next Generation 9-1-1

D. Wired telegraph circuit boxes

C

When the public contacts the fire station directly regarding an emergency, the dispatcher should: (72) [6.2.1, 6.2.2]

A. let the caller talk directly to the firefighters or other appropriate personnel.

B. follow established procedures for relaying the information from the caller to firefighters.

C. wait to relay any information to the firefighters until the call is determined to be legitimate.

D. transfer the caller to the Public Information Officer (PIO), who will contact the appropriate personnel.

B

What type of information should a dispatcher gather from an emergency call? (72) [6.2.1]

A. The home address of the caller

B. Who is at fault for the emergency

C. The number and location of people involved

D. What type of personnel the caller would like to respond to the emergency

C

When transmitting information from an emergency call, remember that the more time a department spends obtaining information and dispatching resources: (73) [6.2.1, 6.2.2]

A. the longer the situation goes unmitigated.

B. the less time spent sizing up the scene by responders.

C. the more prepared the responders will be for the response.

D. the less potential there will be for severe injury or damage at the scene.

A

When different departments or agencies share the same dispatch frequency on their pagers, they should: (73) [6.2.1]

A. set pagers to the alert setting.

B. keep the volume low to limit unwanted radio traffic.

C. switch each of their pagers to a different frequency.

D. make sure pagers are off unless they are absolutely needed.

A

Which agency regulates all radio communication in the United States? (75) [6.2.2]

A. Telecommunication Commission

B. Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

C. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

D.Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

B

When communicating with radios, fire department personnel should: (75) [6.2.2]

A. use clear text (plain English).

B. use agency-specific codes (10-codes).

C. avoid using emergency-specific words and phrases.

D. ensure communications cannot be understood by others listening in.

A

Fire department radio systems may be used to: (75) [6.2.2]

A. communicate with the media.

B. coordinate tactics at an emergency.

C. communicate outside of FCC regulations.

D. send personal messages outside the department.

B

Radio systems in the fire service can be classified according to: (75) [6.2.2]

A. location and size.

B. secure and unsecure.

C. plain text and 10-code.

D. emergency and nonemergency.

A

Which type of radio system is found in fixed locations such as fire stations or telecommunications centers? (75) [6.2.2]

A. Mobile radio B. Portable radio C. Dispatch radio

D. Base station radio

D

What is one advantage of using a base station radio? (75) [6.2.2]

A. It is powered by vehicle electrical systems.

B. It does not require an electrical system to power it.

C. It has a longer battery life than mobile and portable radios.

D. It provides better performance than mobile and portable radios.

D

When using a mobile radio, remember that it: (76) [6.2.2]

A. is less powerful than a fixed location radio.

B. uses rechargeable or replaceable batteries.

C. does not perform as well as a portable radio.

D. must be powered by a building's electrical system.

A

How are portable radios different from other types of radio systems? (76) [6.2.2]

A. They are intrinsically safer than mobile and base station radios.

B. They have better performance than mobile and base station

radios.

C. They are powered by battery packs rather than an electrical

system.

D. They are powered by vehicle electrical systems rather than a

building's electrical system.

C

When using radios, direct communication allows the same radio channel to be used by other groups: (78) [6.2.2]

A. without keying the radios before speaking.

B. without speakers having to acknowledge each other.

C. that are located at a greater distance from the first group.

D. regardless of distance or physical barriers between the radios.

C

Which radio channel is assigned for fireground operations? (78) [6.2.2]

A. Tactical B. Logistics C. Command

D. Firefighter

A

To increase the the area of coverage of a radio, _____ can be used. (79) [6.2.2]

A. inverters

B. repeaters

C. converters

D. portable antennas

B

What is one way you might improve radio reception in a dead zone? (79) [6.2.2]

A. Move inside of a structure.

B. Move to an outside wall of a structure.

C. Extend the distance between the radios.

D. Use your body to create a physical barrier.

B

How can you limit ambient noise during radio communications? (79) [6.2.2]

A. Use repeaters when transmitting.

B. Avoid using voice amplification devices.

C. Move near noise-emitting equipment when transmitting.

D. Use your body or PPE to create a wind barrier when transmitting.

D

Which statement about local protocol for radio communications is accurate? (80) [6.2.2]

A. Local protocol establishes the agency specific codes that should be used.

B. Basic communication rules differ among jurisdictions and local protocols take precedence.

C. Local protocol may require transmissions be recorded and become part of the official record on the incident.

D. There should be multiple radio channels established by local SOPs specific to the emergency and agencies responding.

C

After identifying yourself in a radio transmission, you should: (80) [6.2.2]

A. repeat yourself one time.

B. wait for your microphone to key.

C. continue with the rest of your message.

D. wait for the receiver to acknowledge the message.

D

After keying your microphone on your radio, you should: (80) [6.2.2]

A. begin speaking immediately.

B. repeat your message a second time.

C. wait for the receiver to key their microphone.

D. wait a second or two before starting your message.

D

To ensure the safety of firefighters and victims at motor vehicle fires and collisions, you must:

work within a protected area

What personnel are typically stationed in the warm zone?

Those providing direct support to personnel in the hot zone

Which control zone may include the Incident Command Post (ICP) and rehabilitation areas?

Cold

When deploying and using emergency scene lighting equipment, personnel should:

never connect more lights that the power source can support

When dismounting apparatus, you should:

Back out of the cab using the handholds and steps

While mounting an apparatus, you should:

maintain three points of contact

What is the purpose of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)?

To define roles and responsibilities within a Unified Command structure

Operations, Planning, and Logistics are all functional areas of the _____ organizational level in the NIMS-ICS

Section

To maintain situational awareness at a roadway incident,:

walk facing oncoming traffic

In the NIMS-ICS system, the Command Staff consists of incident management personnel who report directly to the:

Incident Commander

How does a vehicle-mounted generator compare to a portable generator?

It has more power than a portable unit

At an incident with rapidly evolving situations, responders should address each other:

according to their designations at the scene

Initially, Command in the NIMS-ICS structure will be assigned to the:

agency having the primary responsibility based on the nature of the incident

Twist-lock receptables and connections equipped with grounding wires:

provide secure safe connections

Under the IMS, which individual would first assume Command of an incident?

The first person on scene or ranking individual of the first company on scene

Which NIMS-ICS response section provides services and support systems to all organizational components involved in an incident?

Logistics

To safely and efficiently perform assigned tasks, a Firefighter I must maintain situational awareness throughout the entire operation by:

remaining observant about changing conditions on the emergency scene

Which statement accurately describes transfer of Incident Command?

Command can be transferred face-to-face or over the radio

In NIMS_ICS, when might the Intelligence/Investigation Section be established at an incident?

If criminal activity is suspected

The National Incident Management System (NIMS) was created so that:

all emergency services organizations use common terminology and command structure

In order to minimize your exposure to risk at an incident, you should:

conduct a risk/benefit analysis for every action

An important step in traffic incident management at a highway/roadway incident is:

establishing traffic control zones

In which NIMS-ICS response section do personnel help develop the incident action plan for the next operational period?

Planning

The Incident Command Post (ICP) at an incident scene

makes the Incident Commander (IC) accessible to other personnel

The National Incident Management System - Incident Command System (NIMS-ICS)

command structure will be dictated by the size and complexity of an emergency

At a highway incident scene, what is the recommended method for mounting and dismounting a fire apparatus?

Mount and dismount on the side of the vehicle opposite oncoming traffic

Computer-based electronic personnel accountability systems

can provide an even greater level of safety than other accountability systems

The main two types of lighting used at emergency scenes are portable and

fixed

When deploying traffic control measures and devices

the company officer and driver/operator will determine where to position emergency vehicles

What do fire departments use to track personnel during training, planned events, and at emergency scenes?

Personnel accountability systems

Under the NIMS-ICS, which section is considered optional for specific needs?

Finance/Administration

In the NIMS-ICS, which individual in the chain of command sets the strategic goals and tactical objectives for the incident?

Incident Commander (IC)

Which NIMS-ICS Command function is responsible for relaying accurate information to other response sections, the media, or the public?

Public Information Officer (PIO)

One way to avoid hazards while riding in fire apparatus is to:

secure all loose tools and equipment

How do emergency responders typically secure an incident scene?

By establishing control zones

In the SCBA tag system, exit time from the IDLH environment for a team of firefighters is based on the:

air pressure in the lowest-reading SCBA in the team

In the NIM-ICS, communication between Command Staff and supporting agencies is the responsibility of the _____ Officer

Liaison

Which organizational level in NIMS-ICS is organizationally located between Section and Division of Group?

Branch

What personal protective equipment (PPE) should be worn by personnel in the warm zone?

Full PPE that can be worn in the hot zone

Which NIMS-ICS organizational level is responsible for specified functional assignment without regard for a geographical area?

Group

In which control zone do trained personnel mitigate the problem at the scene?

Hot

When should Incident Command be transferred at a scene?

If a higher-ranking or more extensively trained responder arrives

Which NIMS-ICS response section manages all incident tactical activities and tactical priorities?

Operations

If there are potentially hazardous spills of hydraulic and battery fluids at a vehicle accident, firefighters should:

cover these spills with approved absorption materials

The responsibility of an Incident Safety Officer (ISO) in the NIMS-ICS is to:

conduct safety briefings before each operational period

At incidents involving possible criminal or terrorist activities, a safety briefing should cover:

documenting all actions

In the passport system, when do firefighters get their passports back?

After leaving the IDLH environment

When working under a Unified Command structure:

all agencies involved will contribute to the process.

Firefighters should review the manufacturers' operation and maintenance guides

regularly

Which type of lighting is mounted on a vehicle and wired directly to the vehicle-mounted generator or apparatus. electrical system?

Fixed

The first priority at a vehicle incident involving a downed high-voltage power line is to secure the scene by:

contacting the electric company to shut off power

The fire service mission is to save lives and: (8) [6.1.1]

A. extinguish fires by any means possible or methods available.

B. aid other organizations in responding to emergency incidents.

C. establish and transfer Incident Command at emergency

incidents.

D. protect property and the environment from fires and other

hazardous situations.

D

A fire department organizational structure that is _____ has an uninterrupted series of steps. (9) [6.1.1]

A. linear

B. scalar

C. complex

D. constant

B

In a chain of command, the _____ is at the top and the firefighters at the bottom. (9) [6.1.1]

A. captain

B. fire chief

C. fire marshal

D. battalion chief

B

Each employee in a fire department reporting to one supervisor is an example of: (10) [6.1.1]

A. span of control.

B. division of labor .

C. unity of command.

D. chain of command.

C

The span of control organizational principle states that the optimum number of subordinates or functions that a supervisor can control is: (10) [6.1.1]

A. three.

B. five.

C. seven.

D. ten.

B

What organizational principle is administered through policies that define acceptable performance and expected outcomes? (10) [6.1.1]

A. Discipline

B. Span of control

C.Division of labor

D. Unity of command

A

What organizational principle is necessary in the fire service to assign responsibility, assign specific and clear-cut tasks, and prevent duplication of effort? (10) [6.1.1]

A. Discipline

B. Span of control

C. Division of labor

D. Unity of command

C

Which type of fire department is continually staffed by full-time firefighters? (11) [6.1.1]

A. Career department

B. Private department

C. Volunteer department

D. Combination department

A

Volunteer fire departments have members respond to emergencies when necessary: (11) [6.1.1]

A. and are usually found at private industrial sites.

B. since many are not continuously staffed with firefighters.

C. and although classified as volunteers, they are paid full-time members.

D. to replace members living at the fire station who are at the response.

B

What is the most basic unit of fire fighting operations?

A. Battalion

B. Company

C. Response district

D. Operations division

B

Which type of fire company performs fire suppression duties at all types of fires and is assigned to a pumping apparatus? (11) [6.1.1]

A. Truck

B. Engine

C. Tanker

D. Wildland

B

One of the main functions of a truck (ladder) company is to: (11) [6.1.1]

A. respond to confined space rescues.

B. mitigate hazardous materials incidents.

C. provide access to upper levels of a structure.

D. provide large volumes of water in hydrant deficient areas.

C

Different staffing classifications are based on: (12) [6.1.1]

A. whether or not firefighters are paid and how often they work.

B. the number of firefighters in the company and their experience.

C. whether firefighters have completed Firefighter I or Firefighter

II training.

D. how many functions a company can serve and the number of

companies in a battalion.

A

Part-time paid and paid-on-call are both examples of _____ staffing classifications. (12) [6.1.1]

A. officer

B. career

C. volunteer

D. combination

C

The group of personnel that delivers emergency services to the public is known as _____ personnel while the group that provides administrative and logistical support to those personnel is known as staff personnel. (12) [6.1.1]

A. line

B. career

C. on-call

D. volunteer

A

The primary difference between a Firefighter I and a Firefighter II is a: (14) [6.1.1]

A. Firefighter II has more years of experience.

B. Firefighter II has hazardous materials training.

C. Firefighter I works under the direct supervision of a Firefighter

II or company officer.

D. Firefighter I cannot train to other fire service specialties until he

or she is a Firefighter II.

C

Which officer position monitors operational safety at emergency incidents? (16) [6.1.1]

A. District/Battalion Chief

B. Assistant/Deputy Chief

C. Fire Department Incident Safety Officer

D. Fire Department Health and Safety Officer

C

Which personnel are responsible for managing fire prevention, Investigation Divisions, and plans review? (16) [6.1.1]

A. Fire marshals

B. Plans examiners

C. Company officers

D. Fire prevention officers

A

The officer responsible for all operations within a fire department is the: (16) [6.1.1]

A. fire chief.

B. fire captain.

C. company officer.

D. district/battalion chief.

A

Fire prevention officers/inspectors, plans examiners, and fire and life safety educators are positions in the ____ division. (16 - 17) [6.1.1]

A. training

B. operations

C. incident safety/health and safety

D. fire prevention or Community Risk Reduction (CRR)

D

Which fire services personnel inform the public about fire and life safety hazards, fire causes, and precautions or actions to take before and during a fire? (17) [6.1.1]

A. Chief officers

B. Fire prevention officers

C. Fire protection specialists

D. Fire and life safety educators

D

What position oversees all training activities and supervises personnel assigned to the training division? (18) [6.1.1]

A. Chief officer

B. Fire marshal

C. Instructional developer

D. Training officer/chief of training

D

Guides that set boundaries and establish standards of conduct that an organization expects from its members are: (19) [6.1.1]

A. policies. B. mandates. C. guidelines.

D. procedures.

A

The use of seat belts or mitigation of hazardous spills are examples of: (19) [6.1.1]

A. policies.

B. procedures.

C.organizational norms.

D. Standards of Conduct.

B

Detailed written plans that list specific steps for approaching a recurring problem or situation are: (19) [6.1.1]

A. policies.B. guidelines. C. regulations.

D. procedures.

D