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FCTC EXAM BUNDLE 10+ EXAM SETS ALL VERIFIED GRADED A+
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FCTC FINAL TEST PREP 2024 EXAMINATION A GRADE Where is the base of a hydraulic ram placed when performing a dash roll? Base of the B-post Which device mixes foam concentrate in the water stream in the proper percentage? Proportioner What does the "S" stand for in "RECEO-VS"? Salvage Which form of evidence is based on inference and not on personal observation? Circumstantial Many new smoke alarms contain an extended-life _____-year battery 10 When removing the victim from the vehicle, who usually directs the move? The person stabilizing the victim's cervical spine Type II construction is: noncombustable What is a critical factor to consider when evaluating the potential for collapse of a burning structure? How long it has been burning Where should the hydraulic spreader tips be placed when separating a door from a vehicle on the hinge side? Above the top hinge Which foam application method is best for a pool of flammable liquid on open ground? Roll-in Which foam application method is best for an open-top storage tank fire? Bounce-off Where is the relief cut made in a dash displacement? The bottom of the A-post When approaching a potential confined space incident, what should you assume?
An IDLH atmosphere is present What are the vertical support members that hold up thje roof on a vehicle? Posts What is the correct procedure when performing extrication in a vehicle with an undeployed air bag? Stay away from the front of the air bag What is the first step in making plans to manage an emergency incident? Perform size-up What should occur if there is a fault in the fire alarm system? The trouble signal is activated Which is a two-dimensional fire? Ignited flammable liquid spill on open ground What should be done if there is a small gap between the top of a box crib and the object being raised? Close the gap with wooden wedges What divides the engine compartment of a car from the passenger compartment? Bulkhead What is the term for the system of inlets, pipes, and outlets built into a structure to supply water to fire hoses? Standpipe To break a side window in a vehicle, where should the window be struck? A lower corner of the window Which exterior item is of particular importance to check when inspecting a private residence? Visibility of house numbers from street What are step chocks commonly used for? Stabilize a vehicle's suspension What is the primary mechanism by which carbon dioxide extinguishes a fire? Displacing the oxygen What is a strike team? Two or more single resources of the same type with an assigned leader When considering the placement of smoke alarms, which location should be avoided?
The names and purposes of the tools What is the best way to gather information about the size and location of a fire? Direct visual observation When working in or around vehicle traffic, when is it acceptable to omit the wearing of a high- visibility vest? You may be exposed to fire conditions What happens if a windshield is struck with a spring-loaded center punch? A small chip or crack will appear What is the primary advantage of a preaction sprinkler system? Prevention of accidental water discharges The required frequency of code enforcement inspections is usually determined by: the fire code Which attack is typically performed from a hallway or doorway? Combination Where should the posts be cut when removing the roof of a vehicle? As low as possible Where should streams be directed to prevent a BLEVE? At the area where the tank is being heated When is command terminated? When the last company leaves the scene What is the purpose of an outside stem and yoke valve? Control the water supply to the sprinkler system What does fast-moving smoke indicate? Very hot fire You are alone in zero-visibility conditions and unable to find an exit. Which action listed below should you take first? Declare a "mayday" over your radio Which is term for a combined, offensive, exterior, and interior operation? Transitional
What are the two main structural components that run the entire length of a ladder? Beams What is the correct procedure for a burst hose line? Use two lengths of hose to replace a single burst length. Approximately how much does water weigh? 8.34 lb per gallon (4 kg) Which type of nozzle is used to fight fires in inaccessible places such as attics and basements? Cellar Which is one of the tree types types of attack line hose evolutions? Transitional The pipes that deliver water from the treatment facility for distribution are: Mains. Which term describes the top or bottom component of a trussed beam on a ladder? Rail Which term best describes how much risk is acceptable in attempting to protect savable property? Limited Who has the responsibility to account for all companies involved in an emergency incident? Incident commander Which type of light projects a diffuse light over a wide area? Flood Which type of hose roll is used to store hose on a storage rack? Straight Which supply line load is capable of laying both single and dual supply lines? Combination Which search procedure is unacceptable dangerous? Vent-enter-search Which type of attack is used when the main objective is to protect exposures? Defensive Which walls are usually opened first during overhaul?
What is the term for the evaluation of an action's potential positive results and its potential negative consequences? Risk-benefit analysis Which type of valve is typically used on engine discharges? Ball Which vehicle fuel or propulsion system presents the potential for BLEVE? Compressed gas Which is the correct procedure when conducting a left-hand room search? The left hand or shoulder maintains contact with the wall Which statement about opening a ceiling is correct? The hook should be pointed away from you When is a secondary search performed? After the fire has been brought under control Which type of ventilation relies on doors and windows on the same level as the fire? Horizontal A soft sleeve hose is used to connect a pumper to a: Fire hydrant The risk of rekindle exists even if as little as ______ of the original fire is left smoldering. 1 percent Which pressure must be measured to calculate the quantity of water flowing through a hydrant discharge? Residual Which type of sprinkler head is particularly difficult to shut off? Recessed Which type of raise is typically used when the ladder is raised perpendicular to the target surface? Flat Which is the term for the large discharge opening on a fire hydrant? Steamer port Which type of ventilation is used as a defensive tactic?
Trench Who is responsible for knowing the location of every member of a fire company at all times? The company officer A short fold in a supply hose load that prevents a coupling from flipping around when the hose is being laid out is a Dutchman Which type of adaptor is used to connect two female couplings to each other? Double male What is the open space between the ceiling of the top floor and the underside of the roof of a building? Cockloft Which term means the amount of energy in water? Pressure Which NFPA standard deals with the personal alert safety systems? 1982 Who is responsible for coordinating the activities of several fire companies in a defined geographic area such as a district? Battalion chief Which type of breathing apparatus recycles the user's exhaled air? Closed circuit Which tool is particularly useful for both forcible entry and ventilation? Hux Which statement about dry chemical agents is correct? Dry chemical agents are not subject to freezing Which NFPA standard deals with protective ensembles for structural and proximity firefighting? 1971 Which term is defined as guiding and directing fire fighters to do what their fire department expects of them? Discipline
Vapor density Which NFPA standard contains a complete list of qualifications for telecommunicators? 1061 Which NFPA standard deals with protective clothing and equipment for wildland firefighting? 1977 Which type of breathing apparatus offers protection only for specific, known air contaminants? Air-purifying respirator Which is one of the 16 Firefighter Life Safety Initiatives? Utilize available technology whenever is can produce higher levels of health and safety? Which wood-frame construction system uses studs that run continuously from the basement to the roof? Balloon frame Which material has the highest thermal conductivity? Copper Who developed the first fire hydrant? Frederick Graff Sr. Which was a product of the first National Firefighter Life Safety Summit? The 16 Firefighter Life Safety Initiatives Which statement best summarizes when a dry chemical extinguisher should be serviced and recharged? After any discharge Which type of saw is most commonly used in vehicle extrication? Reciprocating Which type of company is responsible for securing a water source, deploying handlines, and putting water on the fire? Engine Which is a commonly used evacuation signal"? A sequence of 3 blasts on an apparatus air horn Which test is required to measure the ability of an extinguisher cylinder to withstand steady internal pressure?
Hydrostatic Which one of these devices connects a caller directly to a telecommunicator? Call box Which type of rope consists of individual strands twisted together? Laid Which type of wall is used to prevent the spread of fire from one side of the wall to the other? Fire Which part of the rope is used for hoisting? Running end "Non-plan states" refers to states that have not adopted OSHA regulations Which tool is one of "the irons"? Flat-head axe Which type of lock fits into predrilled openings in the side of a door? Mortise Which rope construction type consists of a braided outer sheath surrounding a load-bearing core? Kernmantle Which tool should always accompany interior firefighting teams? Hand light Which type of glass is often used in fire doors and windows? Wired Which type of wood door is typically used for residential entrance doors? Solid-core Which NFPA standard covers the criteria for design, construction, and performance of life safety rope and related equipment? 1983 Which agency licenses a fire department to operate a radio system? Federal Communications Commission Which statement about the numerical rating of a Class K extinguisher is correct?
secondary contamination What does the abbreviation TLV stand for? Threshold Limit Value How infectious is smallpox? It is highly infectious Which of the following is one of the "shuns" of evacuation? Habitation Self-contained breathing apparatus should be worn at a fire scene until fire monitoring has been completed Which type of radiation is emitted as pure electromagnetic energy? Gamma Which of the following is a recommended treatment for heat exhaustion? Remove the patient from the heat source. Which level of PPE is normally worn as a work uniform in industrial settings D What is a typical symptom of heat stroke? Cessation of sweating What is the ICS term for a geographically defined area of operations? Division The number of people that one person can supervise effectively is known as span of control What do intermodal tanks look like? Round horizontal tanks in a boxlike steel framework Which function should occur in the cold zone? Personnel staging Are intermodal tanks pressurized or nonpressurized They can be either pressurized it nonpressurized The concept of IDLH refers to an immediate threat to life or interference with the ability to escape the atmosphere
Which of the following is one of the command staff functions of the ICS? Safety In which situation is shelter-in-place the best option? The exposed population consists of patients in a healthcare facility What is one drawback of vapor-protective clothing? It retains the wearer's body heat. A minimum of ________ personnel is necessary to perform work in the hot zone. two Which form of decontamination is the most thorough? Technical A change in the state of a material is known as a __________ change. physical Which function should occur in the warm zone? Decontamination corridor Relocation of people who are threatened by a potential hazard is called evacuation What is the temperature at which a flammable liquid will ignite without the need for an external ignition source? Ignition temperature Drums, bags, and carboys are examples of _______ containers non-bulk Are intermodal tanks shipping or storage vehicles? They can be either shipping or storage vehicles. If a victim is twitching, what agent would you suspect he or she has been exposed to? Nerve Which ICS section tracks the status of incident resources? Planning What will gasoline or diesel fuel do when water is applied? Float to the top
When discussing temperatures, the term "Absolute Zero" refers to what temperature scale? Kelvin Heat of Combustion refers to the minimum required heat in order to ignite an object. False It is safe/reasonable to approximate 1 kW is equal to 1 BTU when approximating power consumption. True A [energy] is the basic SI unit that can express either thermal or mechanical energy. joule inch atm calorie cubic feet BTU/S
According to your textbook, there are [element1] known chemical elements. 118 H B Phosphorus Americium Silicon 1 5/10. 15 243 14 The term "valence" refers to the bond that holds atoms together inside a molecule. false chemical formula planar structure perspective structure
ball and stick ballon model only shows the number shows the alignment of indicates which atoms are another 3-D portrayal 3 - D portrayal indicated Convert the noted Joule to foot-pounds. Take your answer to three decimal places, rounding up if necessary. Type numerical value only. [energy] foot-pounds equals 7 Joule.
All physical substances contain chemicals. true Nearly all the fuels encountered by fire service professionals are based on carbon chemistry. true The terms alkenes and _________ are interchangeable. olefin Aromatic compounds include toluene, methylbenzene and ____________. naphthalene A solid consisting of atoms, molecules, or ions fixed in a regular geometric pattern extending in all three spatial dimensions best describes a [matter1]. crystal Avogardro's Number refers to the number of [number1] in the gram atomic mass of any element. atoms The pressure of a gas is a result of the collisions of the gas' molecules with a surface. true A mixture of two or more metals is a/an alloy , and are the phases of matter. There are states of matter. solid, liquid, gas, 4 What is the heat capacity of water?
The [number] number has a nearly constant value of 0.7 for air or combustion product gases independent of temperature. Prandtl Radiative heat transfer requires a medium to transfer heat. false What is a hazard from heat transfer? life safety People can tolerate radiant exposure of levels up to and including ________/m^2. 2.5kW Between 2005 and 2009 injuries were attributed to fires involving upholstered furniture and injuries to mattress and bedding. These two numbers account for approximately % of the 12,890 reported injuries. 966 1340 18 Combustion is an chemical reaction between a and an. The result is the generation of heat and often exothermic fuel oxidizer substantive light The fire triangle has been made in to the fire tetrahedron with the addition of [reaction]. chemical chain reaction ISO 19706 identifies stages of fire. In proper order, they are: , and. Free burning or well ventilated flame is in Stage and Underventilated flaming is Stage phenomenological nonflaming wellventilated underventilated 2 3 Ignition requires high temperatures, combustible material and oxygen. true
The anaerobic or oxidative decomposition of a gas, liquid, or solid into other molecules when heated" best describes [process]. pyrolysis Flame spread occurs at a faster rate when the flame spread occurs along a _______ plane rather than a _________ one. vertical, horizontal Extinguishment can only be accomplished by cooling the solid or liquid combustible. false A backdraft occurs when a/an [compartment] compartment is opened introducing fresh air. airtight The phenomenon called or occurs when flames spread across the ceiling. is the phenomenon in which all combustibles in a compartment are aflame. flameover rollover flashover explosion deflageration detonation lean limit/lean flammability premixed flame a rapid release of energy subsonic combustion so a supersonic combustion the lowest volume precent a flame in which the fuel a Acetylene (C2H2) is an extremely volatile gas that is very common in our society.
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