Phoenix fire Test Questions and answers Rated
A+ 2026/2027
chain saw - CORRECT ANSWER-gas powered saw primarily used for cutting
vent holes in wooden roofs. carried on ladders, tenders, and squads
chow - CORRECT ANSWER-lunch or dinner
class a burn building - CORRECT ANSWER-multi story building where fire
suppresion training utilizing live fire with class a ordinary combustibles
class b burn building - CORRECT ANSWER-multi story building where fire
suppresion training utilizing live fire with class b natural gas props
crew - CORRECT ANSWER-group of firefighters assigned to the same apparatus
or station
customer - CORRECT ANSWER-anyone the fire departmeny comes in contact
woth directlu or indirectly, intetnal or external
,engine company - CORRECT ANSWER-fire apparatus that carries hose, water,
and a pump. primary function is to to provide wayer to extinguish the fire. all
engines in PHX are ALS
extrication - CORRECT ANSWER-removal of trapped victims from smashed
cars, equipment, or any other place someone may be mechanically trapped. can be
done with hand tools or power tools
firefighter mentor - CORRECT ANSWER-FF or engineer who is assigned to the
training academy to assist the RTO with training the recruit fire fighters and to
help recruits overcome any difficulties they may be experiencing
forcible entry - CORRECT ANSWER-forcing a door or other access point with
tools or a foot in order to get inside a locked structure
grinder - CORRECT ANSWER-cement area outside the Training Academy where
mist hands in training occurs
health center - CORRECT ANSWER-clinic run by PFD that provides medical
exams, fitness evaluations, industrial injury management, infectious exposure
management, and many other medical services to FF's from across the valley
kitty - CORRECT ANSWER-fund created at every station and Training Academy
to buy snacks, condiments, cable, news paper, coffee, etc. every FF contributes
usually on payday the amount varries but is usually $10/pay period
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, K12 Saw - CORRECT ANSWER-gas powered circular saw used for forcible entry,
extrication, and ventilation. carried on Ladders, Tenders, squads and many engines.
they have 3 blades wood, medal, masonry, most companies carry the metal blade
ladder company - CORRECT ANSWER-fire apparatus that has a large aerial
ladder or platform(usually 100 ft) and carries additional ground ladders and tools.
primary function is to support fire attack by forcing entry, ventilating the structure,
provide lighting, securing utilities, providing salvage and overhaul, and many other
support functions, also responsible for extrication
lay a line - CORRECT ANSWER-connecting hose to hydrant as the engine is
driven closer to the fire, this connects the engine to the hydrant for uninterupted
water supply to suppliment the 500 gal carried by the apparatus
local 493 - CORRECT ANSWER-labor union used by Phoenix, Glendale, Tempe,
and Peoria. bargains for FF wages and benefits and participates in all functions of
the Fire Department.
members assistance program - CORRECT ANSWER-comprehensive program
that may be accessed by any fire department member to provide short term
counseling and helo in times of need. the MAP can help with drugs, alcohol,
marital problems, emotional issues and family issues
PFD - CORRECT ANSWER-Phoenix Fire Department
PIO - CORRECT ANSWER-public information officer. a fire department rep
assigned to and specializes in the news media. the fd depends on public support
A+ 2026/2027
chain saw - CORRECT ANSWER-gas powered saw primarily used for cutting
vent holes in wooden roofs. carried on ladders, tenders, and squads
chow - CORRECT ANSWER-lunch or dinner
class a burn building - CORRECT ANSWER-multi story building where fire
suppresion training utilizing live fire with class a ordinary combustibles
class b burn building - CORRECT ANSWER-multi story building where fire
suppresion training utilizing live fire with class b natural gas props
crew - CORRECT ANSWER-group of firefighters assigned to the same apparatus
or station
customer - CORRECT ANSWER-anyone the fire departmeny comes in contact
woth directlu or indirectly, intetnal or external
,engine company - CORRECT ANSWER-fire apparatus that carries hose, water,
and a pump. primary function is to to provide wayer to extinguish the fire. all
engines in PHX are ALS
extrication - CORRECT ANSWER-removal of trapped victims from smashed
cars, equipment, or any other place someone may be mechanically trapped. can be
done with hand tools or power tools
firefighter mentor - CORRECT ANSWER-FF or engineer who is assigned to the
training academy to assist the RTO with training the recruit fire fighters and to
help recruits overcome any difficulties they may be experiencing
forcible entry - CORRECT ANSWER-forcing a door or other access point with
tools or a foot in order to get inside a locked structure
grinder - CORRECT ANSWER-cement area outside the Training Academy where
mist hands in training occurs
health center - CORRECT ANSWER-clinic run by PFD that provides medical
exams, fitness evaluations, industrial injury management, infectious exposure
management, and many other medical services to FF's from across the valley
kitty - CORRECT ANSWER-fund created at every station and Training Academy
to buy snacks, condiments, cable, news paper, coffee, etc. every FF contributes
usually on payday the amount varries but is usually $10/pay period
© 2026 Copyright. All Rights Reserved. This document is
protected by copyright law
, K12 Saw - CORRECT ANSWER-gas powered circular saw used for forcible entry,
extrication, and ventilation. carried on Ladders, Tenders, squads and many engines.
they have 3 blades wood, medal, masonry, most companies carry the metal blade
ladder company - CORRECT ANSWER-fire apparatus that has a large aerial
ladder or platform(usually 100 ft) and carries additional ground ladders and tools.
primary function is to support fire attack by forcing entry, ventilating the structure,
provide lighting, securing utilities, providing salvage and overhaul, and many other
support functions, also responsible for extrication
lay a line - CORRECT ANSWER-connecting hose to hydrant as the engine is
driven closer to the fire, this connects the engine to the hydrant for uninterupted
water supply to suppliment the 500 gal carried by the apparatus
local 493 - CORRECT ANSWER-labor union used by Phoenix, Glendale, Tempe,
and Peoria. bargains for FF wages and benefits and participates in all functions of
the Fire Department.
members assistance program - CORRECT ANSWER-comprehensive program
that may be accessed by any fire department member to provide short term
counseling and helo in times of need. the MAP can help with drugs, alcohol,
marital problems, emotional issues and family issues
PFD - CORRECT ANSWER-Phoenix Fire Department
PIO - CORRECT ANSWER-public information officer. a fire department rep
assigned to and specializes in the news media. the fd depends on public support