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IFSTA 7th EditionChapter 5 Questions and
Complete Solutions
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Which piece of PPE can provide a secondary layer of eye protection in addition to an SCBA facepiece?
(183) [4.1.1, 4.3.2, 4.3.3]
A. Fusee
B. Neck shroud
C. Protective hood
D. Helmet faceshield - Answer: D. Helmet faceshield
What is a function of station and work uniforms? (184) [4.1.1, 4.3.2]
A. Provide respiratory protection
B. Protect wearer from hazardous materials
C. Provide protection against advanced fire behavior
D. Identify wearer as a member of the fire department - Answer: D. Identify wearer as a member of the
fire department
While on duty, firefighters should avoid wearing: (184) [4.1.1, 4.3.2]
A. high-top shoes.
B. short-sleeved shirts.
C. clothing made from 100 percent cotton.
D. clothing made of non-fire—resistant synthetic materials. - Answer: D. clothing made of non-fire-
resistant synthetic materials.
,In order to avoid contaminating living quarters, ______ should NOT be worn during emergency
operations. (185) [4.1.1, 4.3.2]
A. station footwear
B. steel-toed boots
C. cotton underwear
D. synthetic materials - Answer: A. station footwear
All PPE designed for structural fire fighting must meet the requirements of: (186) [4.1.1, 4.3.2, 4.3.3]
A. NFPA 1002.
B. NFPA 1006.
C. NFPA 1971.
D. NFPA 1981. - Answer: C. NFPA 1971.
Which piece of information must be included on the permanent compliance label inside each piece of
PPE? (186) [4.1.1, 4.3.2, 4.3.3]
A. Firefighter's name
B. Department name
C. Cleaning precautions
D. Wearing instructions - Answer: C. Cleaning precautions
What is structural PPE designed to do? (187) [4.1.1, 4.3.2, 4.3.3]
A. Eliminate exposure to hazardous materials
B. Protect from temperatures of up to 1,000°F (540°C)
C. Prevent burns from extreme fire behaviors such as fiashover
D. Cover all portions of skin while reaching, bending, or moving - Answer: D. Cover all portions of skin
while reaching, bending, or moving
In order to avoid contact burns and heat stress after leaving a heated environment, firefighters should:
(187) [4.1.1, 4.3.2]
A. thoroughly inspect PPE to check for damage.
, B. place contaminated PPE in the cab of the apparatus.
C. follow rehabilitation protocols and allow clothing to cool.
D. make sure that the protective trousers and coat do not overlap. - Answer: C. follow rehabilitation
protocols and allow clothing to cool.
Which statement regarding the use of fire fighting helmets is accurate? (188) [4.1.1, 4.3.2, 4.3.3]
A. Ear flaps must be folded down, even if wearing a protective hood.
B. Chin strap color and markings indicate a firefighter's rank and unit.
C. Ear flaps are optional if wearing a protective hood.
D. Chin straps may be worn open or closed. - Answer: A. Ear flaps must be folded down, even if wearing
a protective hood.
During structural fire fighting operations, primary eye protection is provided by: (189) [4.1.1, 4.3.2,
4.3.3]
A. safety glasses.
B. the SCBA facepiece.
C. the protective hood
D. helmet-mounted faceshield. - Answer: B. the SCBA facepiece.
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? (190) [4.1.1, 4.3.2, 4.3.3]
A. SCBA facepiece
B. Thermal barrier
C. Protective hood
D. Moisture barrier - Answer: C. Protective hood
Which statement about structural fire fighting protective coats is accurate? (190) [4.1.1, 4.3.2, 4.3.3]
A. The outer shell, moisture barrier, and thermal barrier must always be worn together.
B. At least two of the three coat components must be worn together in order to provide complete
protection.
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