Fire Academy~ Chapters 5-8 ~ Test #2 study guide Questions & Answers
2023/2024
Which SCBA component attaches to the SCBA facepiece and directly controls airflow to the wearer - ANSWER-Regulator Prior to donning the SCBA, firefighters should: - ANSWER-Check the air cylinder gauge and make sure the cylinder is full Donning SCBA from a seat mount should only be done if: - ANSWER-It can be accomplished without removing the apparatus seat belt After doffing the SCBA, always remember to: - ANSWER-Clean and disinfect the facepiece When refilling an SCBA cylinder, firefighters must: - ANSWER-Ensure that the cylinder is completely full, but not over pressurized When using SCBA, always remember to: - ANSWER-Frequently check the air supply status What emergency exit indicator would signal the need to immediately exit the hazardous area? - ANSWER-Activation of the SCBA low-pressure air alarm According to the buddy-system: - ANSWER-Firefighters must work in teams of at least two member in all hazardous situations What piece of PPE can provide a secondary layer of eye protection, in addition to an SCBA facepiece? - ANSWER-Helmet faceshield All PPE designed for structural fire fighting must meet the requirements of: - ANSWER-NFPA 1971 1 / 2
What is structural PPE designed to do? - ANSWER-Cover all portions of the skin while reaching, bending or moving Which statement regarding the use of fire fighting helmets is accurate? - ANSWER-Ear flaps must be worn down, even if wearing a protective hood Which piece of PPE is donned under the helmet and is designed to protect the neck, ears and face from exposure to heat, embers and debris? - ANSWER-Protective hood Which statement about structural fire fighting protective coats is accurate? - ANSWER-The outer shell, moisture barrier and thermal barrier must always be worn together Personal alert safety system (PASS) alarms are designed to activate when: - ANSWER-A firefighter is motionless for more than 30 seconds What should be done during a routine inspection of PPE, such as after use at an incident scene? - ANSWER-Look for damage like rips or tears What is the primary type of respiratory protection used in the fire service? - ANSWER-Atmosphere- supplying respirator (ASR)
Open-circuit SCBA models: - ANSWER-Provide compressed air to the wearer
During structural fire fighting operations, primary eye protection is provided by: - ANSWER-The SCBA facepiece Which SCBA component controls air flow from the cylinder when the regulator fails? - ANSWER-Bypass valve If the pressure reading on the remote pressure gauge does not match the reading on the regulator gauge, which reading should be assumed correct? - ANSWER-The lowest number reading
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