LLPSD FF1 Chapter 18- Questions &
Answers
A temporary location that provides refuge while awaiting rescue or finding a method of self-
rescue from a hazardous situation is a(n) _______.
a. emergency refuge
b. safe location
c. in-place shelter
d. secure room Correct Ans-b. safe location
In the context or fire fighter survival, what is a safe location?
a. any safe haven or building used for sheltering in place
b. any location outside the threatened area
c. a temporary staging area immediately adjacent to the hazard zone
d. a location that is less hazardous than the alternatives Correct Ans-d. a location that is less
hazardous than the alternatives
What is the most important component of fire fighter survival?
a. consistently apply safe operating procedures
b. establishment of RICs
c. preincident planning
d. maintaining team integrity Correct Ans-a. consistently apply safe operating procedures
,What is the correct procedure when a member of a fire company has to leave a structure to
change an air cylinder?
a. the member exits alone if he or she can do so safely
b. the member and his or her appointed buddy exit
c. those members who are low on air exit together
d. all company members exit together Correct Ans-d. all company members exit together
Which radio terminology is used to report a fire fighter in trouble and requiring immediate
assistance?
a. "fire fighter requesting assistance"
b. "emergency traffic"
c. "signal 102"
d. "mayday" Correct Ans-d. "mayday"
Which statement about hazard recognition is correct?
a. the most obvious hazards tend to pose the least danger
b. hazards decrease as the duration of the incident increases
c. hazards tend to be the same regardless of the nature of the incident
d. not all hazardous conditions are evident through observation Correct Ans-d. not all
hazardous conditions are evident through observation
, When should you declare a mayday?
a. as soon as you think you might be in trouble
b. when you have been unable to self-rescue
c. when you find yourself in IDLH atmosphere
d. when you find a victim and need assistance with the rescue Correct Ans-a. as soon as you
think you might be in trouble
Upon arrival at a fire, how can on-call volunteer fire fighters establish team integrity?
a. establish a personnel accountability system
b. establish a staging area
c. operate to best tactical advantage
d. assemble into companies Correct Ans-d. assemble into companies
During a two-person rescue of a downed fire fighter, where does the first fire fighter grab the
victim?
a. arms
b. SCBA shoulder straps
c. legs
d. chest Correct Ans-b. SCBA shoulder straps
What is most basic method of regaining orientation in a zero-visibility environment?
a. listen for the sound of the apparatus motor
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