Icsst Nfpa-1001 Ff.i Reviewer - Marked

International Company for Security Services and Training
Fire Fighter I Reviewer

NFPA 1001, Chapter 4, 2019 Edition
NAME: ________________________________________ Date: _______________________
1. E7-FFI 4
Most fire departments are organized in a scalar structure, so that:
A. feedback flows only from the fire chief to the firefighters.
B. feedback flows only from the firefighters to the fire chief.
C. decisions are directed from the top of the structure to the bottom.
D. decisions are directed from the bottom of the structure to the top.
p. 13-14 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.1.1
Answer: _____
2. E7-FFI 5
The chain of command helps ensure unity of command within a fire service organization because all firefighters:
A. report directly to the chief.
B. report to only one supervisor.
C. can provide leadership for others in the unit.
D. have the authority to implement discipline within the unit.
p. 14 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.1.1
Answer: _____
3. E7-FFI 6
If an officer becomes responsible for directly supervising more than seven firefighters, the officer is beyond an
effective:
A. span of control.
B. division of labor.
C. unity of command.
D. chain of command.
p. 14 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.1.1
Answer: _____
4. E7-FFI 21
According to NFPA 1500, a fire department's behavioral health and wellness program must address:
A. any hazard a firefighter might encounter.
B. only hazards specific to fireground activities.
C. hazards a firefighter might experience at his or her home station.
D. hazards to which a firefighter might reasonably be exposed during work hours.
p. 25-26 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.1.1
Answer: _____
5. E7-FFI 22
According to NFPA 1500, any firefighter who operates a fire service apparatus in an emergency must be:
A. clothed in full structural PPE.
B. certified as a Fire Fighter II or above.
C. trained on the operation of the apparatus.
D. briefed on the requirements of the response.
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p. 27 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.1.1

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Answer: _____
Rev. 8: 17.03.2022 Ref: IFSTA Essentials of Fire Fighting, 7 th Edition ICSST-IFSAC-TB-001
6. E7-FFI 23
In addition to remaining physically fit, a firefighter should:
A. begin each day with a one-hour exercise program.
B. perform fitness tests in view of all other personnel.
C. obtain annual medical exams to verify continued fitness.
D. avoid response calls with a potential for hazard exposure.
p. 28 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.1.1
Answer: _____
7. E7-FFI 24
In order to ensure that firefighters are medically and physically prepared for the job, NFPA 1500 requires that:
A. departments operate an infection control program.
B. firefighters undergo annual mental health evaluations.
C. firefighters are routinely drug tested every six months.
D. departments set minimum and maximum weight requirements.
p. 28 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.1.1
Answer: _____
8. E7-FFI 25
A firefighter who maintains a healthy lifestyle:
A. can wear smaller-sized PPE.
B. is protected from injury in the job.
C. can better withstand physical stress.
D. will not experience job-related stress.
p. 29 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.1.1
Answer: _____
9. E7-FFI 26
What is considered the leading cause of work-related fatalities for firefighters?
A. PTSD
B. Obesity
C. Respiratory illnesses
D. Cardiovascular disease
p. 31 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.1.1 4.3.10
Answer: _____
10. E7-FFI 30
A firefighter who is struggling with personal problems can obtain help from the department's member assistance
program to:
A. file for divorce.
B. resolve problems and remain fit for duty.
C. strengthen relationships in the department.
D. enhance his or her personal fitness program.
p. 34 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.1.1
Answer: _____
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12. E7-FFI 32
A sign that an individual may be suffering from posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is that he or she:
A. is experiencing heavy sweating.
B. is experiencing sleep disruption.
C. refuses medical help for injuries.
D. expresses how difficult a traumatic experience was.
p. 36 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.1.1
Answer: _____
13. E7-FFI 33
One symptom of _____ is that individuals have disproportionate reactions to everyday events.
A. attention deficit disorder
B. mild cognitive impairment
C. acute traumatic stress injury
D. post-traumatic stress disorder
p. 36 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.1.1
Answer: _____
14. E7-FFI 34
When mounting and dismounting apparatus, it is safe practice to:
A. maintain three points of contact.
B. step down facing away from the apparatus.
C. have both feet hit the steps at the same time.
D. avoid using the steps in order to prevent tripping while in gear.
p. 38 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.2 4.3.3
Answer: _____
15. E7-FFI 35
Before a firefighter dismounts the apparatus at the scene of an emergency incident, he or she should check:
A. for wind direction.
B. the cab for loose items.
C. with the Incident Commander.
D. for oncoming traffic or hazards.
p. 38 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.2 4.3.3
Answer: _____
16. E7-FFI 36
When dismounting an apparatus during an emergency incident a firefighter should try to:
A. only dismount in well-lit areas.
B. avoid puddles of water on the road.
C. avoid dismounting in the cold zone.
D. dismount on the side that is not exposed oncoming traffic.
p. 38 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.2 4.3.3
Answer: _____
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17. E7-FFI 37
According to NFPA 1500, a firefighter is prohibited from wearing _____ while inside the cab of the apparatus.
A. SCBA
B. gloves
C. a helmet
D. hearing protection
p. 39 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.2
Answer: _____
18. E7-FFI 38
While riding on a fire service apparatus it is prohibited to _____ while the apparatus is moving.
A. talk
B. stand
C. wear SCBA
D. wear a radio headset
p. 39 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.2
Answer: _____
19. E7-FFI 39
A firefighter can reduce hazards inside the apparatus by:
A. using tools to provide balance and support.
B. not wearing PPE until he or she arrives on scene.
C. being seated and securely belted before the apparatus moves.
D. not wearing an SCBA facepiece until he or she arrives on scene.
p. 39 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.2
Answer: _____
20. E7-FFI 43
What would be an appropriate place to tie tape, line, or rope when cordoning off a secure area to create scene safety
zones at an incident?
A. Ladder
B. Vehicle
C. Power pole
D. Traffic cone
p. 40 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.3
Answer: _____
21. E7-FFI 44
A firefighter who is responsible for operating emergency lights would be stationed in the _____ zone.
A. hot
B. cold
C. warm
D. staging
p. 40-41 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.3
Answer: _____
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22. E7-FFI 45
The outer boundary of the _____ zone is the control line for the public.
A. fire
B. cold
C. warm
D. staging
p. 41 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.3
Answer: _____
23. E7-FFI 47
Which source provides the most power for emergency scene lighting?
A. Inverter generators
B. Portable gas generators
C. Portable electric generators
D. Vehicle-mounted generators
p. 41 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.17
Answer: _____
24. E7-FFI 49
In order for outlets to be considered safe for use with emergency scene lighting, they must be equipped with:
A. multiple ports.
B. electrical energy flow.
C. energy-saving devices.
D. ground fault circuit interrupters.
p. 42 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.17
Answer: _____
25. E7-FFI 50
If lighting is needed at an emergency scene, firefighters should:
A. direct apparatus headlights toward the firefighters operating on the scene.
B. send one firefighter to bring the portable generators to their setup position.
C. ask for drivers of parked vehicles to help direct their lights toward the scene.
D. use two personnel to carry portable generators and lights to their setup position.
p. 42 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.17
Answer: _____
26. E7-FFI 52
Deploying emergency lighting from an apparatus-mounted generator will require:
A. an inverter.
B. a backup portable generator.
C. lights, cords, and adapters to be carried to the scene.
D. ground tarps to be placed to protect the vehicle from the heat of the generator.
p. 42 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.17
Answer: _____
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27. E7-FFI 53
What is the recommended number of firefighters to carry portable generators?
A. One
B. Two
C. Three
D. Four
p. 42 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.17
Answer: _____
28. E7-FFI 55
What is the role of the company officer in the use of a passport accountability system?
A. Recording entry and exit times
B. Obtaining data on SCBA malfunctions
C. Attaching the SCBA tags to the control board
D. Maintaining a listing of every member of the crew
p. 43 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.5 4.2.4
Answer: _____
29. E7-FFI 56
Most _____ personnel accountability systems sound an alarm if a firefighter becomes immobile or calls for assistance.
A. manual
B. passport
C. computer-based electronic
D. self-contained breathing apparatus tag
p. 43 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.2.4 4.3.5
Answer: _____
30. E7-FFI 57
In order for a personnel accountability system to be as effective as possible at tracking firefighters, a(an) _____ system
should never completely replace the manual accountability system.
A. passport
B. SCBA tag
C. electronic
D. fire service officer down
p. 43 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.5 4.2.4
Answer: _____
31. E7-FFI 58
What is a guideline for using apparatus lights during roadway incidents?
A. Turn off all headlights that face oncoming traffic.
B. Turn on all apparatus lights to warn oncoming traffic.
C. Keep all lights on flash mode to warn oncoming traffic.
D. Turn off all flashing lights to prevent distracting oncoming traffic.
p. 44 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.3
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Answer: _____
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32. E7-FFI 59
Which potential hazard would delay extrication at a vehicle incident?
A. Rain or wind
B. Wet roadways
C. Roadway traffic
D. Active high-voltage lines on the vehicle
p. 45 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.3
Answer: _____
33. E7-FFI 60
If firefighters notice downed power lines upon arrival at an emergency scene they should:
A. call the electric company to de-energize the lines.
B. cordon off the area to protect firefighters working nearby.
C. call the utility locators to determine the source of the energy.
D. make a note to clean them up along with other spills and debris.
p. 45 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.3
Answer: _____
34. E7-FFI 61
When it is determined that an emergency scene has potentially energized power lines, a safe distance is:
A. outside the warm zone.
B. a few feet from the source.
C. twenty feet in all directions.
D. equal to the distance between two power poles.
p. 45 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.3
Answer: _____
35. E7-FFI 62
Nonemergency calls are usually received directly through:
A. 9-1-1 dispatch.
B. public telecommunication centers.
C. conventional telephone or business lines.
D. radio communications with other emergency service providers.
p. 57 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.2.2
Answer: _____
36. E7-FFI 63
A firefighter who answers a nonemergency telephone call should:
A. place the caller on hold until someone can be found to help the caller.
B. carefully note the date, time, name of caller, and caller's telephone number.
C. explain that his or her only job is to answer the telephone and take messages.
D. explain what is happening at the station and why no one will be able to assist the caller at this time.
p. 57 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.2.2
Answer: _____
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37. E7-FFI 64
To ensure that a caller has a satisfactory conclusion to his or her nonemergency phone call, the firefighter should:
A. keep the message brief.
B. keep all station personnel informed of such calls.
C. remain calm and courteous with callers who are angry or upset.
D. resolve all complaints if the Public Information Officer is unavailable.
p. 58 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.2.2
Answer: _____
38. E7-FFI 65
When dispatch receives an emergency call for assistance, they will ask about:
A. the type of emergency.
B. names of firefighters already on scene.
C. who is authorized to transmit on the radio.
D. identification of apparatus already on scene.
p. 60 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.2.1
Answer: _____
39. E7-FFI 66
What would be critical information for a firefighter to obtain from the caller when answering an emergency phone
call?
A. Names of witnesses to the event
B. Names of other responders in the area
C. The number and location of people involved
D. Available water sources such as hydrants or drafting pools
p. 60 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.2.1
Answer: _____
40. E7-FFI 67
A delay in receiving, processing, and dispatching accurate and complete information for an emergency event can
result in:
A. scheduling issues at the firehouse.
B. small errors being communicated to responders.
C. potentially greater severity of damage and injuries to victims.
D. conflict as to who is being dispatched to an emergency event.
p. 61 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.2.1
Answer: _____
41. E7-FFI 68
Incident dispatch begins with:
A. emergency response personnel at the fire bay.
B. specialized response crews placed on standby.
C. a review of the hazardous materials in the area.
D. an alert to stations, apparatus, or individuals.
p. 61 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.2.1
Answer: _____
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42. E7-FFI 69
A firefighter performing dispatch duties should attempt to broadcast:
A. information from the preincident plan.
B. the coordinates of the dispatch center's location.
C. only the minimum details required to assign personnel to the incident.
D. all incident details to other departments in the area in case they are needed for mutual aid.
p. 62 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.2.1
Answer: _____
43. E7-FFI 70
It is unacceptable to use a designated fire department radio channel to relay _____ information to a firefighter at an
emergency incident.
A. tactical
B. routine
C. personal
D. emergency
p. 63 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.2.3 4.2.1
Answer: _____
44. E7-FFI 71
What types of radios might be used for fire department communications?
A. Utility
B. Mobile
C. Survival
D. Transistor
p. 64 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.2.3
Answer: _____
45. E7-FFI 72
If the fireground has a great deal of ambient noise, it is helpful for a firefighter to:
A. transmit only if he or she is in distress.
B. move to a location that will block the wind and noise.
C. express frustration with the radios that are issued by the department.
D. shut off the radio because communications will not be possible in these conditions.
p. 68 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.2.3
Answer: _____
46. E7-FFI 82
Which type of building would be most susceptible to collapse when exposed to fire?
A. Type I: a high-rise building
B. Type II: a remodeled commercial structure
C. Type IV: an older home built before 1960
D. Type V: a modern home built in 2015
p. 81-82 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.12
Answer: _____
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47. E7-FFI 83
Type V construction uses a wood truss system that creates a:
A. decking that resists collapse.
B. thicker than expected decking.
C. large open void between the floors of the structure.
D. closed channel system between floors of the structure.
p. 82 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.12
Answer: _____
48. E7-FFI 84
Which type of building often has a void space between the floor and the foundation that can provide oxygen to the
fire and create hazardous conditions for firefighters?
A. Manufactured homes
B. Type I commercial structures
C. Type III multi-family housing units
D. Industrial warehouses
p. 83 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.12
Answer: _____
49. E7-FFI 85
Fire wall assemblies may include:
A. ceilings.
B. carpeted surfaces.
C. protected openings
D. ducts or open air returns.
p. 85 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.4
Answer: _____
50. E7-FFI 88
If a firefighter is going to perform forcible entry on the front door of a single-family residence, which type of door are
they likely to encounter?
A. Bi-fold door
B. Sliding door
C. Swinging door
D. Frameless door
p. 102 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.4
Answer: _____
51. E7-FFI 89
In modern homes, flush doors are usually constructed of:
A. glass and metal.
B. a solid or slab or wood piece.
C. a single sheet of glass to which door hardware is attached.
D. wood components finished to present a smooth surface on both sides.
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p. 104 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.4

Answer: _____
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52. E7-FFI 93
The kinetic energy of a fuel is based on the rate at which:
A. energy is released over time.
B. the molecules vibrate in the fuel.
C. oxygen is available for combustion.
D. the fuel changes in size, shape, or appearance.
p. 119 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.11
Answer: _____
53. E7-FFI 94
The four parts of the fire tetrahedron model are fuel, heat, oxygen, and:
A. pyrolysis.
B. carbon dioxide.
C. hydrogen cyanide.
D. a chemical chain reaction.
p. 120 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.11
Answer: _____
54. E7-FFI 95
When a solid material is heated enough that it starts to convert to a gas, it is undergoing the process of:
A. pyrolysis.
B. autoignition.
C. entrainment.
D. complete combustion.
p. 120 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.10 4.3.11
Answer: _____
55. E7-FFI 100

If a structure is releasing heavy smoke, this smoke can be considered:
A. unburned fuel.
B. a convective gas.
C. Oxygen enriched.
D. a harmless byproduct.
p. 124 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.11 4.3.10
Answer: _____
56. E7-FFI 101

Because combustion is incomplete in most structure fires,:
A. the hot gases are fuel.
B. the hot gases will remain lower to the floor.
C. the smoke is less dangerous to victims and firefighters.
D. there will be less smoke than in a fire with complete combustion.
p. 124 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.10 4.3.11
Answer: _____
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57. E7-FFI 105

Which method of heat transfer is the transfer of thermal energy by circulation or the movement of fluid?
A. Pyrolysis
B. Radiation
C. Convection
D. Conduction
p. 132 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.12 4.3.11
Answer: _____
58. E7-FFI 106

In a structure fire, how can convection damage an external exposure building?
A. Smoke and heated air is transferred from one building to the other.
B. Direct flame is in contact with the exposure building, causing pyrolysis.
C. Electromagnetic waves of energy from the fire of origin are transferred to the exposure.
D. The heat of the original fire is transferred through a metal pipe connecting the two buildings.
p. 132 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.12 4.3.11
Answer: _____
59. E7-FFI 107

What is the most common method of heat transfer which occurs when an adjacent building ignites due to the heat of
the original fire?
A. Radiation
B. Mechanical
C. Convection
D. Conduction
p. 134 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.11 4.3.12
Answer: _____
60. E7-FFI 122

A backdraft is caused by the sudden introduction of _____ to a heated fuel.
A. oxygen
B. pressure
C. additional heat
D. products of combustion
p. 156 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.11
Answer: _____
61. E7-FFI 123

Which situation contains the right conditions for backdraft to occur?
A. A fire is in a state of free burn.
B. A window is broken to a compartment that contains a fuel-limited fire.
C. A firefighter opens a door to a compartment that contains a ventilation-limited fire.
D. An incipient fire in a large warehouse spreads to an additional fuel package and transitions into the growth phase.
p. 156-157 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.11
Answer: _____
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62. E7-FFI 124
What is a potential indicator that backdraft is about to occur?
A. Decreased heat release rate
B. Flames coming out of all windows
C. Broken windows upon arriving on scene
D. Little or no visible flame upon arriving on scene
p. 157 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.11
Answer: _____
63. E7-FFI 128

In which situation would a fire be most likely to lead to structural collapse?
A. Small steel storage shed
B. Concrete parking garage
C. Single-family wood frame home
D. Interior room of a small brick building
p. 167-175 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.10 4.3.12
Answer: _____
64. E7-FFI 130

When steel trusses are involved in a fire, they can be expected to:
A. become stronger and denser.
B. provide additional fuel for the fire.
C. begin to weaken at around 1,000°F (538°C).
D. be unaffected, even with heavy flame involvement.
p. 174 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.10 4.3.12
Answer: _____
65. E7-FFI 131

How do metal gusset plates impact the potential for a wooden truss to collapse?
A. The metal gusset plate can fail when exposed to heat.
B. The metal gusset plate has no impact on the truss collapse.
C. The metal gusset plate deflects the heat, causing the truss to remain stable.
D. The metal gusset plate absorbs the heat and protects the truss from becoming heated.
p. 174 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.12 4.3.10
Answer: _____
66. E7-FFI 134

Structural fire fighting PPE _____ heat.
A. expels
B. absorbs
C. removes
D. prevents
p. 187 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.2 4.3.3
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Answer: _____
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67. E7-FFI 135

Firefighters should utilize _____ to protect their ears and neck.
A. helmets
B. ear flaps
C. bandanas
D. helmet-mounted shields
p. 188 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.2 4.3.3
Answer: _____
68. E7-FFI 136

A helmet with a faceshield is considered _____ eye protection during firefighting operations.
A. primary
B. sufficient
C. insufficient
D. prescription
p. 189 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.2 4.3.3
Answer: _____
69. E7-FFI 142

Anytime a firefighter is in a(an) _____ environment, he or she should wear respiratory protection.
A. oxygen sufficient
B. electrically energized
C. search, rescue, and recovery
D. immediately dangerous to life and health
p. 202 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.1
Answer: _____
70. E7-FFI 143

What factor can produce immediate, irreversible, and debilitating effects on a firefighter's health?
A. Airborne pathogens
B. Fatigue build up after a long incident
C. Oxygen concentrations above 18 percent
D. Low-pressure air flow from the face piece
p. 202 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.1
Answer: _____
71. E7-FFI 145

SCBA can be used to prevent respiratory hazards due to:
A. the effects of radiation.
B. nonfire gases and vapors.
C. over-oxygenated atmospheres.
D. temperature and pressure changes.
p. 206 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.1
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Answer: _____
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72. E7-FFI 147

In an SCBA system, the high-pressure hose attaches to the _____ and connects the cylinder to the regulator assembly.
A. stem
B. back plate
C. control valve
D. pressure gauge
p. 208 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.1
Answer: _____
73. E7-FFI 148

Which SCBA component attaches to the facepiece and controls air flow to the wearer?
A. Nose cup
B. Regulator
C. Pressure gauge
D. Exhalation valve
p. 209 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.1
Answer: _____
74. E7-FFI 149

On some SCBA, the bypass valve controls the:
A. mainline valve.
B. fit of the facepiece.
C. speaking diaphragm.
D. direct air line from the cylinder.
p. 209 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.1
Answer: _____
75. E7-FFI 163

In order to develop an automatic response that slows breathing, firefighters should:
A. breathe with a forceful exhalation of air.
B. practice controlled breathing methods in training.
C. breathe normally throughout a fire fighting operation.
D. build muscle memory by donning and doffing gear every day.
p. 228 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.1
Answer: _____
76. E7-FFI 166

A firefighter uses the air in the SCBA cylinder more efficiently when he or she:
A. uses controlled breathing techniques.
B. enters the IDLH environment with a full cylinder.
C. performs fire fighting activities in a crouched position.
D. exits the IDLH environment when the PASS device is activated.
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p. 228 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.1

Answer: _____
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77. E7-FFI 167
When using the Reilly Emergency Breathing Technique, a firefighter should attempt to:
A. forcefully inhale and exhale.
B. forcefully exhale through his or her nose.
C. hum while exhaling breath in a slow, consistent manner.
D. continue to breathe normally but hold a breath periodically.
p. 228 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.1
Answer: _____
78. E7-FFI 168

The classification of a fire is based on the:
A. type of items that are burning.
B. type of extinguisher used to put it out.
C. available resources for fire extinguishment.
D. geographical area where the fire may develop.
p. 254 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.16
Answer: _____
79. E7-FFI 169

What is the most effective extinguishing agent for most small exterior Class A fires?
A. Water
B. Carbon dioxide
C. Sodium bicarbonate
D. Aqueous film-forming foam
p. 255 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.16
Answer: _____
80. E7-FFI 170

Which kind of extinguisher would be used if ordinary combustibles are burning?
A. Class A
B. Class C
C. Class D
D. Class K
p. 255 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.16
Answer: _____
81. E7-FFI 175

How does a Class K extinguisher work?
A. Cooling
B. Smothering
C. Saponification
D. Chemical flame inhibition
p. 258 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.16
Answer: _____
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82. E7-FFI 176

Which type of fire extinguishers contain water along with compressed air or nitrogen?
A. Pump-type water extinguishers
B. Stored-pressure water extinguishers
C. Dry chemical stored-pressure extinguishers
D. Wet chemical stored-pressure extinguishers
p. 260 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.16
Answer: _____
83. E7-FFI 177

In order to create a foam blanket when using an aqueous film forming foam extinguisher,:
A. apply the foam directly to the fuel.
B. apply the foam at the base of the fuel.
C. allow the foam to rain down onto the fuel's surface.
D. apply the foam in a sweeping motion in front of the fuel.
p. 262 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.16
Answer: _____
84. E7-FFI 185

What type of rope would a firefighter use to hoist a pike pole?
A. Utility rope
B. Impact load rope
C. New, unused life safety rope
D. Utility rope that has been removed from service
p. 278 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.20
Answer: _____
85. E7-FFI 186

Which statement is true regarding rope being used for fire service operations?
A. Utility rope can also be used for life safety purposes.
B. Utility rope cannot be used for multiple purposes throughout the incident.
C. Rope can be used for utility purposes if it has been downgraded from life safety rope.
D. Life safety rope can be used for both life safety and utility purposes interchangeably throughout an incident.
p. 278 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.20
Answer: _____
86. E7-FFI 187

Synthetic ropes are being used most often as utility ropes because _____ rope loses its strength and rots rapidly when
it gets wet.
A. life safety
B. impact load
C. natural fiber
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87. E7-FFI 188

When is it appropriate to clean a natural fiber rope with water and solvents to remove grease?
A. Never
B. Weekly
C. Monthly
D. After each use
p. 285 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.5.1
Answer: _____
88.. E7-FFI 189

Which part of a rope is used to tie a knot or a hitch for raising or lowering tools to the roof?
A. Active end
B. Working end
C. Running part
D. Standing part
p. 287 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.20
Answer: _____
89. E7-FFI 190

Which type of knot is used in conjunction with any other type of knot for added safety?
A. Half hitch
B. Clove hitch
C. Overhand knot
D. Underhand knot
p. 288 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.20
Answer: _____
90. E7-FFI 191

What type of knot is used to attach a rope to an object?
A. Clove hitch
B. Water knot
C. Safety knot
D. Figure-eight bend
p. 288 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.20
Answer: _____
91. E7-FFI 198

What section of the extension ladder always maintains contact with the ground when the ladder is positioned?
A. Fly
B. Bed
C. Beam
D. Halyard
p. 315 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.6
Answer: _____
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92. E7-FFI 199

Which part of the ladder is placed on the ground or other supporting surface?
A. Tip
B. Butt
C. Beam
D. Hooks
p. 315 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.6
Answer: _____
93. E7-FFI 200

Where is a heat sensor label located on a ladder?
A. On the guides
B. On the protection plate
C. Underneath the first rung
D. On the inside of each beam
p. 316 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.6
Answer: _____
94. E7-FFI 201

When should cleaning solvents be used to remove accumulated dirt and debris from a ladder used at a fire?
A. After each use
B. Weekly
C. Monthly
D. Never
p. 323 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.5.1
Answer: _____
95. E7-FFI 204

How should a ladder be placed for ventilation?
A. The ladder should be on the left side of the opening, with the fly facing out.
B. The tip of the ladder should be extended five rings above the ventilation opening.
C. The tip of the ladder should be rested against the building and wedged beneath the windowsill.
D. The ladder should be on the upwind side of the opening, and the tip should be placed even with the top of the
window.
p. 328 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.6 4.3.12
Answer: _____
96. E7-FFI 205

When placing a ladder for access or escape from a window, the ladder should be angled so that the tip:
A. extends above the roof level.
B. goes through the window opening.
C. is wedged slightly below the window sill.
D. extends three rungs above the window opening.
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p. 328 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.6

Answer: _____
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97. E7-FFI 207

When placing a ground ladder for fire suppression or ventilation, firefighters should:
A. always enlist the help of another firefighter.
B. ensure that the area it is being placed is completely free of water or mud.
C. raise the ladder as fast as possible and worry about ground conditions later.
D. communicate potentially hazardous conditions such as overhead wires or icy ground.
p. 332 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.6
Answer: _____
98. E7-FFI 209

When considering placement of a ladder to reach a roof, the firefighter should check:
A. to verify the type of building construction.
B. for fire extension to other parts of the building.
C. if the building is tall enough to place the ladder.
D. if the wall the ladder is being placed against is stable.
p. 332 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.12 4.3.6
Answer: _____
99. E7-FFI 210

When two firefighters are responsible for carrying and placing a ladder, who is best suited to make a decision about
logical placement of the ladder?
A. The tip firefighter
B. The heel firefighter
C. The officer who orders that the ladder be placed
D. The firefighter who will ultimately be climbing the ladder
p. 332 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.6
Answer: _____
100. E7-FFI 213

Ideally if a firefighter is standing straight up on the bottom rung of a properly placed ladder, he or she should be able
to:
A. touch the walls of the structure through the rungs.
B. stand erect without having to the grasp the rungs of the ladder.
C. reach straight out to grasp the rung directly in front of him or her.
D. reach straight up to grasp the rung directly overhead of him or her.
p. 334 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.6
Answer: _____
101. E7-FFI 214

The best method of keeping a ladder from swaying and bouncing as you climb up it is to:
A. keep your knees bent to ease the weight on each rung.
B. place both feet near the center of the rung as you climb.
C. climb using your arm muscles more than your leg muscles.
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D. place both hands on the rung ahead of you to pull yourself to the next step.
p. 339 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.6
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Answer: _____

102. E7-FFI 215

How should a firefighter be positioned on the ladder when climbing?
A. Horizontal to the ground
B. Perpendicular to the ground
C. Leaning into the ladder angle
D. Leaning away from the ladder angle
p. 339 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.6
Answer: _____
103. E7-FFI 217

When carrying a roof ladder up a ground ladder, the firefighter should use a _____ carry.
A. flat
B. firefighter
C. tip and heel
D. low-shoulder
p. 340 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.12
Answer: _____
104. E7-FFI 221

If a firefighter is forcing entry into a door or window, he or she should:
A. not use power saws because they may create a flammable atmosphere.
B. use a hatchet to breach the door or window so that limited air can reach the fire.
C. use a rotary saw to remove remaining wood from around the door or window frame.
D. control doors and windows to limit the amount of fresh air entering the structure and intensifying the fire.
p. 371 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.9 4.3.4
Answer: _____
105. E7-FFI 223

What is a danger when using forcible entry tools to gain entry to a structure?
A. Electrical shock can be a problem when using rebar cutters.
B. Using bolt cutters may release toxic gases when cutting through steel.
C. Hydraulic rebar cutters may shatter when used to cut steel reinforced bars.
D. Bolt cutters may shatter if used with modern high-security chains, hasps, and padlocks.
p. 375 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.9 4.3.4
Answer: _____
106. E7-FFI 224

What is a guideline for working in or near a flammable or explosive environment?
A. Do not operate a cutting torch.
B. Place tarps to protect the area from sparks created by cutting torches.
C. A firefighter with a light spray should be watering down the work area near cutting torches.
D. Remove gasoline operated equipment to limit the risk of explosion if working with cutting torches.
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p. 375 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.9 4.3.4

Answer: _____
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107. E7-FFI 225
In which situation would a handsaw be more appropriate to use than a power saw?
A. Cutting through masonry walls
B. Accessing a victim in a very tight confined space
C. Creating an egress point through an interior plaster wall
D. Cutting through a wood-frame wall covered with gypsum board
p. 376 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.9
Answer: _____
108. E7-FFI 226

How is a hydraulic door opener utilized to gain access for search operations?
A. It is used with a crowbar to break the frame away.
B. It is placed into the locking mechanism to force it apart.
C. It is placed between the hinges to break them off of the door.
D. It is placed between the door and the frame near the doorknob.
p. 380 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.9
Answer: _____
109. E7-FFI 227

Wooden-handled forcible entry tools should be washed with mild detergent and the handle should be:
A. coated with linseed oil.
B. wiped down with alcohol.
C. wrapped in self-adhesive tape.
D. painted with a fresh coat of paint.
p. 386 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.5.1
Answer: _____
110. E7-FFI 236

If you are in an IDLH atmosphere and the conditions worsen to the point where you cannot see, how can you safely
combat panic and claustrophobia?
A. Ignore the fear and keep working.
B. Contact your crew leader and request immediate evacuation.
C. Control your breathing and remain in contact with your crew.
D. Follow the hoseline or search line into an area where you are able to see.
p. 434-435 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.5 4.3.9
Answer: _____
111. E7-FFI 237

When a firefighter realizes that his or her vision is becoming more obscured due to conditions in the environment,
the firefighter must:
A. move immediately out of the area.
B. practice rapid breathing techniques.
C. stay in contact with his or her partner.
D. work harder to see what is happening in the area.
p. 435 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.5 4.3.9
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Answer: _____
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112. E7-FFI 238

Which sign may indicate a potential hazard and would require a change in operations or possible need to evacuate?
A. Your helmet is hit by debris.
B. You can feel heat through your PPE.
C. Your SCBA facepiece becomes dislodged.
D. You can see smoke rising throughout the structure.
p. 435 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.9 4.3.5
Answer: _____
113. E7-FFI 243

Which action would put a firefighter at risk in the case of a low-air emergency?
A. Evacuating as an entire team to replace the air supply
B. Sending two firefighters out of the structure to replace the cylinder
C. Using air sharing techniques and calling for the rapid intervention crew
D. Continuing with the assignment until the low pressure alarm is activated
p. 436 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.9
Answer: _____
114. E7-FFI 244

When is the safest time for a search team to evaluate the amount of remaining air in their SCBA cylinders?
A. When beginning a new assignment
B. When reporting to the rehabilitation area
C. When performing exterior defensive operations
D. When exiting the structure after completing the task
p. 437 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.9
Answer: _____
115. E7-FFI 245

If one member of a two-person team must leave an operational area to retrieve a piece of equipment or refill an
SCBA cylinder, he or she should:
A. ask the team members first.
B. return to the other team member as quickly as possible.
C. replace the SCBA cylinder before returning to their team.
D. bring the other team member along and communicate with the incident commander.
p. 438 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.9
Answer: _____
116. E7-FFI 251

When performing air monitoring, if a firefighter does not account for instrument reaction time:
A. the monitor will not display any results.
B. he or she may not know how to read the test results.
C. the type of hazards in the environment will be wrongly categorized.
D. he or she may be in a more toxic atmosphere than the instrument indicates.
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p. 441 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.21

Answer: _____
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117. E7-FFI 252

What action should a firefighter take if an atmosphere is determined to be oxygen enriched?
A. Ventilate
B. Cool the area with hose spray
C. Replace the oxygen sensor on the air monitoring device
D. Check the safety data sheet for an unknown atmosphere
p. 442 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.21
Answer: _____
118. E7-FFI 253

What action should a team take if air monitoring equipment indicates the presence of flammable gases or vapors?
A. Enter the area to search for the source of the hazardous release
B. Use a fine water spray to bring the material down to ground level
C. Prepare a sufficient quantity of fire extinguishing agent specific to the hazard
D. Make allowances for the use of a meter that is not designed for monitoring the specific flammable gas indicated
p. 443 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.21
Answer: _____
119. E7-FFI 266

What can you do to help identify the type of room you are entering to search when your vision is obscured by
smoke?
A. Pull furniture out of the vision obscured environment so you can see it more clearly.
B. Enter the surrounding rooms first to get an idea of what other rooms are in the area.
C. Get on the ground and view the items in the room in the clear layer just above the floor.
D. Do not enter the structure to search for victims until you have reviewed the building plans.
p. 458 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.9
Answer: _____
120. E7-FFI 267

If a victim has attempted to shelter from the fire in a bedroom, a firefighter doing a search should:
A. pull the bed away from the wall to search behind it.
B. extend their arm or a tool to completely sweep under all furniture.
C. use a thermal imager to look through the bedding into the space below.
D. pile furniture in the center of the room as the search is being carried out.
p. 460 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.9
Answer: _____
121. E7-FFI 268

A team using an oriented search method is required to use _____ to maintain their orientation and coordinate the
search.
A. flashlights
B. a navigator
C. a search line
D. verbal communication
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p. 461 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.9

Answer: _____
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122. E7-FFI 274

When a MAYDAY is broadcast:
A. a rapid intervention crew is placed on standby.
B. all activities cease until the firefighter is located.
C. other firefighters must deactivate their PASS devices.
D. all radio traffic ceases and only traffic related to the MAYDAY is allowed.
p. 469 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.2.4 4.3.5
Answer: _____
123. E7-FFI 275

When an evacuation signal is given all units on scene must:
A. provide a personnel accountability report (PAR).
B. activate their PASS devices to allow every firefighter to be located.
C. immediately begin searching for lost or disoriented firefighters in the work area.
D. remain vigilant and focus on their assignment until the rapid intervention crew arrives.
p. 469 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.2.4 4.3.5
Answer: _____
124. E7-FFI 276

When a firefighter is in immediate danger and calls a MAYDAY, he or she should:
A. turn off the PASS device.
B. shut off the SCBA cylinder to conserve air.
C. remain in place, seek safe haven, or escape.
D. activate the PASS device then transmit a MAYDAY signal.
p. 470 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.5 4.2.4
Answer: _____
125. E7-FFI 277

One action that firefighters can take to improve survivability during an evacuation is to:
A. open all doors in the area to increase the flow path.
B. secure the room they are in and remain in place until help arrives.
C. close each door behind them as they exit the area affected by fire.
D. remove heavy gear to allow quicker movement away from the danger zone.
p. 470 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.5
Answer: _____
126. E7-FFI 279

If a team is intact and needs to withdraw from an IDLH environment they should:
A. call the Incident Commander for their next assignment.
B. follow the hoseline or search line to their original point of entry.
C. escape as each member is individually able until all are evacuated.
D. call for the rapid intervention crew to escort them from the building.
p. 470 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.5
Answer: _____
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127. E7-FFI 283

If smoke is dense and visibility is decreased during an evacuation, the firefighter should:
A. control breathing.
B. open the SCBA purge valve.
C. stay low and continue to search for and call out for victims.
D. stand and move across the room towards the nearest opening.
p. 471 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.9 4.3.5
Answer: _____
128. E7-FFI 285

If a team needs to evacuate by breaching an interior wall, they should first:
A. breach the exterior wall to ventilate the room.
B. remove SCBA to allow ease of entry to the next area.
C. use a rotary saw to remove the drywall, wood, and plaster and create the opening.
D. look into the next area before entry to ensure conditions appear better than the current area.
p. 472 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.9
Answer: _____
129. E7-FFI 286

What is the minimum number of members that must remain outside the hazardous area to respond if an entry team
member has to be rescued?
A. A rapid intervention crew should always consist of at least six firefighters.
B. Two firefighters at a minimum must be on standby for immediate assistance.
C. Two firefighters should be outside the hot zone for each firefighter inside the hot zone.
D. A team member should be designated to remain on standby to replace anyone who cannot continue.
p. 473 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.9 4.3.10
Answer: _____
130. E7-FFI 287

What would be a required item for a rapid intervention crew to carry?
A. Ladder
B. Spare SCBA
C. Rescue litter
D. Hydraulic spreaders
p. 473 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.10 4.3.9
Answer: _____
131. E7-FFI 288

If a team is ordered to evacuate in a MAYDAY situation:
A. firefighters should cease suppression operations until the team is evacuated.
B. the Incident Commander will require that a personnel accountability report (PAR) be conducted.
C. the Incident Commander will immediately request a rapid intervention crew (RIC) to enter the building.
D. each firefighter on the team will be required to report his or her position directly to the Incident Commander.
p. 474 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.5
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Answer: _____
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132. E7-FFI 289

When a rapid intervention crew is working to rescue a downed firefighter, they should:
A. stop frequently and briefly remain silent.
B. switch their transceivers from standby mode to search mode.
C. continually shout the firefighter's name until they hear a response.
D. turn off their own PASS devices so that the lost firefighter can be found.
p. 474 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.9 4.3.10
Answer: _____
133. E7-FFI 290

A transceiver can be used to locate a downed firefighter, but only if:
A. the device is positioned near an exit.
B. the device is switched to search mode.
C. all other noise-producing devices are silenced.
D. the search team is outside the IDLH environment.
p. 474 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.5 4.3.9
Answer: _____
134. E7-FFI 291

What would be the top priority for a rapid intervention crew once the downed firefighter is located?
A. Exiting the IDLH environment
B. Performing a search for other victims
C. Taking over the firefighters' suppression activities
D. Waiting for assistance to move the injured firefighter
p. 474 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.5 4.3.9
Answer: _____
135. E7-FFI 292

How is tactical ventilation used at a fire scene?
A. Predict the potential for rapid fire development
B. Provide oxygen to cool the fire for extinguishment
C. Remove smoke and hot gases in order to improve visibility for firefighters
D. Provide enough oxygen so that firefighters will use less air from their SCBA cylinders
p. 493-494 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.11
Answer: _____
136. E7-FFI 293

Which action would control the flow path in a way that would benefit firefighters operating inside a structure that is
on fire?
A. Opening all windows on the upwind side
B. Closing the front door after the hoseline crew enters
C. Leaving the structure exactly as it was upon arrival to the scene
D. Applying water to the fire in order to hydraulically ventilate the space
p. 494 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.11 4.3.12
Answer: _____
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137. E7-FFI 294

What would be an unsafe tactical ventilation practice?
A. Freelancing
B. Opening the door on the downwind side of a building
C. Performing vertical ventilation on a multistory building
D. Performing hydraulic ventilation in a large space that lacks compartmentation
p. 494 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.12 4.3.11
Answer: _____
138. E7-FFI 299

How does natural horizontal ventilation work?
A. Crews use blowers and smoke control devices to push the smoke and products of combustion to unaffected areas
of the building.
B. Crews take advantage of the air flow, strategically opening windows and doors to exhaust the higher pressure heat
and smoke to areas of lower pressure.
C. Water streams are focused through windows in a way that takes advantage of wind and air flow in order to
remove smoke and hot gases from the structure.
D. Windows and doors are opened on the upwind side of the structure and stay closed on the downwind side so that
smoke will exhaust to the areas of higher pressure.
p. 506 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.11
Answer: _____
139. E7-FFI 316

A firefighter should conduct a hose inspection:
A. after every use.
B. only after a damage report.
C. when all crew members are available to help.
D. as it is being placed for use at an emergency.
p. 547 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.5.2
Answer: _____
140. E7-FFI 317

If a firefighter discovers damaged threads or debris on the hose jacket after an incident, he or she should:
A. replace the couplings.
B. contact the hose manufacturer for care instructions.
C. cut the hose so that it can no longer be placed in service.
D. report the deficiency before placing the hose back in service.
p. 548 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.5.2
Answer: _____
141. E7-FFI 318

Which condition would require that the hose be placed out of service until any problems can be corrected?
A. Hose is kinked
B. Threads are damaged
C. Threads need to be washed
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p. 548 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.5.2
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Answer: _____

142. E7-FFI 319

If a woven jacket hose becomes exposed to oil and grease a firefighter should:
A. wash it with a mild detergent.
B. hose it down with hot water only.
C. rub the grease in to lubricate the hose.
D. cut up the hose and remove it from service.
p. 548 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.5.2
Answer: _____
143. E7-FFI 320

When drying hose, firefighters should:
A. not attempt to dry woven-jacket hose.
B. follow manufacturer's recommendations.
C. leave hose hanging in exterior hose towers as long as possible.
D. thoroughly dry hard rubber hose before placing it back on the apparatus.
p. 549 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.5.2
Answer: _____
144. E7-FFI 321

If placed in storage before it is thoroughly dry, a woven-jacket natural fiber fire hose can:
A. become soggy.
B. become affected with mildew.
C. be easier to handle when unloading.
D. be stiff and unwieldy when unloading.
p. 549 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.5.2
Answer: _____
145. E7-FFI 327

What is a characteristic of the flat hose load?
A. The couplings are all loaded at the rear of the hose bed.
B. It is used to load preconnected attack lines for easy deployment.
C. Hose does not receive as much damage from vibration during travel.
D. It is most commonly used when an apparatus has a transverse hose bed.
p. 560 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.5.2
Answer: _____
146. E7-FFI 328

Why would a firefighter load hose in a combination pattern?
A. The hoses need additional time to be laid out.
B. The hoses are all to be used for water supply.
C. The hoses are all to be used for fire suppression.
D. The hoses are being used for a forward lay followed by a reverse lay.
p. 561 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.5.2
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Answer: _____
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147. E7-FFI 329

How is a booster hose loaded onto apparatus?
A. On reels
B. Using a flat load
C. Using a combination load
D. In a special side compartment
p. 565 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.5.2
Answer: _____
148. E7-FFI 330

The large, 4- or 4.5-inch (100 or 115 mm) diameter outlet on a fire hydrant is known as the:
A. hose outlet nozzle.
B. steamer connection.
C. dry outlet connection.
D. horizontal compression valve.
p. 588 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.15
Answer: _____
149. E7-FFI 331

Which piece of equipment is designed specifically for use in locations that often have below-freezing temperatures?
A. Gate valve
B. Dry-barrel hydrant
C. Wet-barrel hydrant
D. Four-way hydrant valve
p. 588 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.15
Answer: _____
150. E7-FFI 332

What tool is used by firefighters to tighten hose couplings on a fire hydrant?
A. Stem nut
B. Gate valve
C. Monkey wrench
D. Spanner wrench
p. 590 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.15
Answer: _____
151. E7-FFI 344

Before advancing an attack line to the fire, a firefighter should:
A. remove kinks and bends from the hoseline.
B. close the nozzle completely so that no water is wasted.
C. chock open doors to provide as much oxygen as possible to the structure.
D. ensure that there are team members on both sides of the hoseline so that effort is balanced.
p. 608 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.10 4.3.7
Answer: _____
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152. E7-FFI 345

Where is the ideal place to deploy excess hose when advancing a charged hoseline up a stairway?
A. On the stairs leading up to the fire floor
B. In the hallway directly below the fire floor
C. On the stairs one floor above the fire floor
D. On the fire floor directly behind firefighters
p. 609 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.10
Answer: _____
153. E7-FFI 346

If advancing a charged hoseline down a stairway, where would the excess hose be deployed?
A. One floor up from the fire floor
B. On the stairs leading to the fire floor
C. On the fire floor directly behind the firefighters
D. In the hallway or room adjacent to the stairway
p. 609 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.10
Answer: _____
154. E7-FFI 352

Fog nozzles with a lower psi will result in:
A. increased reach.
B. decreased reach.
C. more water flowing.
D. greater nozzle reaction.
p. 618 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.10
Answer: _____
155. E7-FFI 353

In which situation would a broken stream nozzle be used?
A. On a master stream device
B. On a large diameter hoseline
C. When advancing a hoseline up a stairwell
D. To pierce a floor in order to apply water onto a basement fire
p. 618 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.10
Answer: _____
156. E7-FFI 354

If the water from the hose stream cannot absorb heat faster than the fire generates it, the fire will:
A. not go out.
B. change direction.
C. create an inverted V pattern.
D. be pushed by the water to consume more fuel.
p. 621 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.8 4.3.7 4.3.10
Answer: _____
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157. E7-FFI 355

What is a factor in determining which hose stream to use on a vehicle fire?
A. Only a fog stream should be used on vehicle fires.
B. The stream applied to the vehicle fire must meet or exceed the critical flow rate.
C. A solid stream must be able to break up on the surface of a vehicle for it to be effective.
D. A stream that loses its continuity before it loses its forward velocity is the most effective on a vehicle fire.
p. 621 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.7
Answer: _____
158. E7-FFI 356

What type of hose stream can penetrate and saturate tightly packed Class A materials?
A. Fog
B. Solid
C. Broken
D. Variable
p. 622 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.8
Answer: _____
159. E7-FFI 358

Wind can have a greater negative effect on the shape of the hose stream when using a _____ stream.
A. fog
B. solid
C. master
D. straight
p. 625 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.8 4.3.7 4.3.10
Answer: _____
160. E7-FFI 362

Which action would help prevent damage to the fire apparatus pump caused by water hammer?
A. Closing nozzles slowly
B. Closing nozzles quickly
C. Deploying the hoseline slowly
D. Deploying the hoseline quickly
p. 628 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.10 4.3.8 4.3.7
Answer: _____
161. E7-FFI 376

Fire protection systems such as sprinklers in structures have the ability to:
A. prevent pyrolysis.
B. help control fire growth.
C. pressurize uninvolved areas.
D. override passive protection devices.
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p. 685 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.14

Answer: _____
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162. E7-FFI 377

Most fire sprinkler systems are designed with:
A. deluge systems.
B. activated systems.
C. control mode sprinklers.
D. complete suppression sprinklers.
p. 685 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.14
Answer: _____
163. E7-FFI 378

When a building has a fire protection system, firefighters should:
A. use the pumper to supplement the water supply and pressure in the system.
B. close the main control valve on the system prior to attempting suppression activities.
C. block all sprinklers shut to keep them from reactivating once the suppression crew arrives.
D. contact the building owner to shut down the sprinkler system prior to suppression activities.
p. 685 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.14
Answer: _____
164. E7-FFI 379

The main control valve for an automatic sprinkler system can be found:
A. within the power box for the building.
B. directly under the sprinkler alarm valve.
C. directly on top of the sprinkler alarm valve.
D. beyond the building's main water supply line.
p. 686 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.14
Answer: _____
165. E7-FFI 380

If all individual sprinklers cannot be stopped from flowing after a fire is knocked down, firefighters should consider:
A. removing the sprinkler heads.
B. writing off the area as a total loss.
C. shutting off the main control valve.
D. recommending an update to the sprinkler system.
p. 686 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.14
Answer: _____
166. E7-FFI 381

When should a building's sprinkler system control valve be shut down?
A. During overhaul operations
B. After the fire is under control
C. As soon as fire crews arrive on scene
D. Whenever there is visible smoke or heat in the building
p. 686 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.14
Answer: _____
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167. E7-FFI 386

What is the primary location for electricity shutoff to a house?
A. Service mast
B. Meter shutoff
C. Weather head
D. Individual circuit breakers
p. 688 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.18
Answer: _____
168. E7-FFI 387

If electric power is shut off to an entire commercial building or any device in it, the main power switch should be:
A. sprayed with an orange X to indicate its status.
B. removed from the box to prevent it from being reused.
C. left on until a utility employee can come and shut it off.
D. locked out and tagged out so it cannot be turned on again.
p. 689 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.18
Answer: _____
169. E7-FFI 388

Closing any of the three shutoff switches for a solar panel will:
A. shut off power to the structure and the solar panel array.
B. shut off power only to the structure, not the solar panel array.
C. shut off power to only the solar panel array, not to the structure.
D. have no effect on the power to the structure or the solar panel array.
p. 690 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.18
Answer: _____
170. E7-FFI 394

What action will be necessary during overhaul to control damage if water lines become broken during suppression?
A. Shut the water off to stop the flow
B. Replace the broken pipes to limit damage
C. Remove all interior plumbing to allow water to drain
D. Cordon off the area to protect firefighters from slipping
p. 692 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.13 4.3.14
Answer: _____
171. E7-FFI 396

A vehicle fire should be attacked _____ of the fire.
A. uphill
B. downhill
C. to the rear
D. from the front
p. 696 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.7
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172. E7-FFI 397

From what angle should firefighters approach a vehicle that is on fire?
A. At a 90-degree angle to the area of origin
B. At a 45-degree angle from the side of the vehicle
C. At a 90-degree angle from the front of the vehicle
D. At the point of access nearest the front or rear of the vehicle
p. 696 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.7
Answer: _____
173. E7-FFI 398

What should be applied to cool combustible metal components at the scene of a vehicle fire?
A. Class A extinguisher
B. Class B extinguisher
C. Class C extinguisher
D. Copious amounts of water
p. 697 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.7
Answer: _____
174. E7-FFI 400

From which areas might an air bag deploy during overhaul of a vehicle?
A. Fuel tank
B. Vehicle doors
C. Vehicle bumpers
D. Vehicle engine compartment
p. 697 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.7
Answer: _____
175. E7-FFI 401

To access a locked trunk while performing overhaul on a vehicle fire, firefighters should first attempt to:
A. pry the trunk with a Halligan tool.
B. open the passenger compartment and pull the release lever.
C. look for signs that illegal or dangerous items may be secured in the trunk.
D. access the engine area, because it is more likely to be involved in the fire.
p. 697 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.7
Answer: _____
176. E7-FFI 402

If a fire is discovered in the engine or trunk compartment of a vehicle, what should a firefighter do before attempting
to force entry?
A. Cool the front and rear bumper struts.
B. Break the windows to ventilate the vehicle.
C. Use a piercing nozzle to pierce the front windshield.
D. Place blocks at the front and rear tires of the vehicle.
p. 698 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.7
Answer: _____
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177. E7-FFI 403

What can firefighters do when an engine compartment of a conventional vehicle is hot and smoking, but is difficult to
open?
A. Use a piercing nozzle to pierce the metal and cool the area
B. Drill holes in the engine hood to allow the smoke to escape
C. Use a straight stream from a distance to cool the hood of the engine compartment
D. Use an axe to break the latch while remembering to remain centered in front of the vehicle
p. 698 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.7
Answer: _____
178. E7-FFI 407

A _____ stream attack is used to fight a fire in the undercarriage when it is not safe to approach the vehicle.
A. fog
B. direct
C. straight
D. piercing
p. 699 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.7
Answer: _____
179. E7-FFI 409

What is a relatively new potential hazard at vehicle fires?
A. The fuel tank catches fire.
B. High-voltage cables present an electrocution hazard.
C. A backdraft affects a closed passenger compartment.
D. The brake lines burn through causing the brakes to fail.
p. 702-703 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.7
Answer: _____
180. E7-FFI 410

Which type of fuel would a firefighter encounter at a hybrid vehicle fire?
A. Carbon
B. Gasoline
C. Nitrogen
D. Hydrogen
p. 703 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.7
Answer: _____
181. E7-FFI 412

As a firefighter moves closer to a fire in stacked or piled materials, he or she should use _____ for protection.
A. Class B foam
B. Class A foam
C. a fog pattern
D. a straight stream
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Answer: _____
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182. E7-FFI 413
Using foam to extinguish a pile of stacked materials is effective in:
A. covering the fire so that no further efforts are necessary.
B. coating the ground cover and providing exposure protection.
C. keeping firefighters at a reasonably safe distance from the burning material.
D. extinguishing potentially explosive or combustible materials buried in the pile.
p. 705 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.8
Answer: _____
183. E7-FFI 414

When a large pile of stacked materials is actively burning and presents a collapse hazard, firefighters can use a ______
to attack the fire from a distance.
A. fog nozzle
B. straight stream
C. Class K extinguisher
D. low pressure stream
p. 705 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.8
Answer: _____
184. E7-FFI 418

Whenever possible, to prevent fire spread in a pile of burning material, a _____ stream should be applied to the edge
of the fire.
A. solid
B. master
C. broken
D. straight
p. 705 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.8
Answer: _____
185. E7-FFI 419

If a small storage shed is on fire, what should be done to extinguish the fire and reduce risk of exposure to toxic or
hazardous materials?
A. Retreat and do not attempt to extinguish the fire
B. Apply a straight stream from the exterior of the building
C. Use extinguishers from the area just inside the entrance
D. Apply a fog stream to protect firefighters advancing into the building
p. 706 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.8
Answer: _____
186. E7-FFI 420

What is the safest method of extinguishment for firefighters when contents of a small storage shed include unknown
hazards?
A. Knock the building over
B. Allow the structure to self-extinguish
C. Use a master stream to deluge the building
D. Apply a fog stream to protect firefighters as they advance into the structure
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p. 706 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.8

Answer: _____
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187. E7-FFI 421
What risk is created when a master stream is used to flood a burning trash container?
A. Smoke may be forced out of the container.
B. The material may flash over and cause burns.
C. Sudden cooling may cause the container to buckle.
D. The water may be contaminated and hard to contain.
p. 707 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.8
Answer: _____
188. E7-FFI 422

A fire burning through dead organic material that covers the soil is called a:
A. ground fire.
B. surface fire.
C. field crops fire.
D. similar vegetation fire.
p. 709 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.19
Answer: _____
189. E7-FFI 423

If a corn field catches fire it would be classified as a _____ fire.
A. crown
B. ground
C. surface
D. smoldering
p. 709 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.19
Answer: _____
190. E7-FFI 424

Of the various types of ground cover fires, which might develop when fire spreads upward through ladder fuels?
A. Crown fire
B. Ground fire
C. Surface fire
D. Subsurface fire
p. 710 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.19
Answer: _____
191. E7-FFI 437

Which toxic gas may be found in a building after the fire is extinguished?
A. Argon
B. Helium
C. Carbon dioxide
D. Carbon monoxide
p. 741 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.10 4.3.13
Answer: _____
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192. E7-FFI 438

A(An) ______ device should be used to detect dangerous gases during overhaul.
A. air monitoring
B. thermal imaging
C. chemical detection
D. carcinogen detection
p. 741 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.10 4.3.13
Answer: _____
193. E7-FFI 439

Which risk of injury during overhaul can be reduced by utilizing rehabilitation facilities?
A. Burns
B. Fatigue
C. Cuts and punctures
D. Respiratory disease
p. 741 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.13
Answer: _____
194. E7-FFI 440

What can firefighters do to limit water damage due to fire suppression activities?
A. Only direct the water spray at smoke
B. Only use foam for extinguishing small fires
C. Constantly monitor the hoseline for leakage, especially at the couplings
D. Allow only sprinklers that were activated during the fire to remain open after suppression
p. 742 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.13
Answer: _____
195. E7-FFI 452

One simple way to limit damage to the structure after suppression is to:
A. use a fog nozzle to spray down the room.
B. pull all room contents out of the structure.
C. cover door and window openings with salvage covers or plywood.
D. pile all contents of the room into the middle of the room and cover with salvage covers.
p. 755 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.14
Answer: _____
196. E7-FFI 453

When a door has been broken or removed during fire suppression, salvage operations should include:
A. covering the openings to prevent further property damage.
B. securing the scene with caution tape to prevent trespassing.
C. marking the building with an orange "X" to identify its condition.
D. removing the remaining doors and windows to allow complete ventilation.
p. 755 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.14
Answer: _____
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197. E7-FFI 454

If a Fire Fighter I discovers potential fire cause evidence, he or she should:
A. begin collecting eyewitness statements to search for the arsonist.
B. provide scene security to ensure that the evidence is not altered or moved.
C. collect the evidence in a clean container and send it to a lab for processing.
D. make careful notes in the incident report to clearly identify the fire's cause.
p. 756 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.8 4.3.14
Answer: _____
198. E7-FFI 455

What signs would best indicate a fire's origin?
A. Areas with unsecure utilities
B. Areas with heavy fire damage
C. Areas with irregular fire patterns
D. Areas with a high content of electronics
p. 758 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.8 4.3.13 4.3.14
Answer: _____
199. E7-FFI 456

In order to protect evidence at a fire scene, the perimeter should be:
A. expanded to 1.5 times the debris field.
B. restricted to the area of the structure fire itself.
C. restricted to within 1.5 feet from the edge of the structure.
D. extended beyond the farthest piece of evidence discovered on the exterior of the structure.
p. 759 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.14 4.3.13
Answer: _____
200. E7-FFI 457

If a fire is suspected to be criminal in nature, firefighters should permit only:
A. fire service personnel to enter the scene.
B. those who are authorized to be in the area.
C. medical services personnel to enter the scene.
D. law enforcement personnel to enter the scene.
p. 759 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.14
Answer: _____
201. E7-FFI 458

What must be identified before the cause of the fire can be determined?
A. Evidence of arson
B. Evidence of the area of origin
C. Evidence of fire suppression activities
D. Evidence that salvage operations are complete
p. 760 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.8 4.3.13 4.3.14
Answer: _____
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Fire Fighter I Reviewer

NAME: ________________________________________ Date: _______________________

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p. 104 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.4

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55. E7-FFI 100

56. E7-FFI 101

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59. E7-FFI 107

60. E7-FFI 122

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63. E7-FFI 128

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65. E7-FFI 131

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67. E7-FFI 135

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69. E7-FFI 142

70. E7-FFI 143

71. E7-FFI 145

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72. E7-FFI 147

73. E7-FFI 148

74. E7-FFI 149

75. E7-FFI 163

76. E7-FFI 166

p. 228 JPRs: NFPA 1001 4.3.1

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78. E7-FFI 168

79. E7-FFI 169

80. E7-FFI 170

81. E7-FFI 175

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82. E7-FFI 176

83. E7-FFI 177

84. E7-FFI 185

85. E7-FFI 186

86. E7-FFI 187

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87. E7-FFI 188

88.. E7-FFI 189

89. E7-FFI 190

90. E7-FFI 191

91. E7-FFI 198

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92. E7-FFI 199

93. E7-FFI 200

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