IFSTA 7th Edition Midterm Exam
Updated Questions And Answers With
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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Hazardous materials incidents can involve potentially dangerous nonfire gases and vapors,
so firefighters must: ANSWER - wear SCBA until air monitoring demonstrates that the
atmosphere is safe.
If storing SCBA in seat mounts, be sure to: ANSWER - arrange the SCBA so it can be
donned without removing your seat belt.
Which statement about structural fire fighting protective coats is accurate? ANSWER -
The outer shell, moisture barrier, and thermal barrier must always be worn together.
A daily/weekly inspection of SCBA should include: ANSWER - a check of the regulator
and facepiece.
How do controlled breathing techniques benefit firefighters? ANSWER - Slows breathing
and extends the time it takes to deplete air in the SCBA cylinder
Which SCBA component includes a control valve and a high-pressure hose attached to one
end? ANSWER - Air cylinder
Which piece of respiratory equipment provides insufficient protection against airborne
pathogens? ANSWER - Surgical masks
Situations or events that signal the need for exit are called: ANSWER - exit indicators.
When properly worn, fire fighting gloves: ANSWER - must completely cover the wristlet
of the protective coat.
,Which situation would likely have an oxygen-deficient atmosphere in which respiratory
protection would be necessary? ANSWER - Rescue in a sewer
In order to stay as safe as possible while wearing SCBA, it is important to: ANSWER -
keep SCBA on and activated until you leave the IDLH area.
What should be done during routine inspections of PPE, such as after use at an incident?
ANSWER - Look for damage like rips or tears
Which statement about replacing SCBA cylinders is MOST accurate? ANSWER -
Changing out SCBA cylinders can be accomplished by either one or two people.
Which type of breathing air source would be found inside a high-rise building? ANSWER
- Firefighter Breathing Air Replenishment System
Which piece of wildland fire fighting PPE is a piece of flame-resistant fabric that attaches
to the helmet? ANSWER - Face/neck shroud
What are mobile fill stations designed to do? ANSWER - Refill air cylinders during
emergency incidents
Which piece of information must be included on the permanent compliance label inside each
piece of PPE? ANSWER - Cleaning precautions
Which statement about inspecting PPE is accurate? ANSWER - PPE must be inspected at
the start of every shift and after every use.
Which piece of PPE can provide a secondary layer of eye protection in addition to an SCBA
facepiece? ANSWER - Helmet faceshield
What should you do if you determine that your PPE requires advanced repairs? ANSWER
- Report the needed repairs to your supervisor
In order to avoid contaminating living quarters, _____ should NOT be worn during
emergency operations. ANSWER - station footwear
,Which type of cleaning can be done at an incident scene by brushing off loose debris and
rinsing the PPE? ANSWER - Routine cleaning
Which SCBA equipment limitation would MOST directly impact a firefighter's ability to
navigate on scene? ANSWER - Limited visibility
Which statement regarding the use of fire fighting helmets is accurate? ANSWER - Ear
flaps must be folded down, even if wearing a protective hood.
How can a firefighter help ensure that they will not be affected by limitations caused by
equipment that is in poor condition? ANSWER - Frequent inspections and maintenance
Which situation would likely be granted an exception to the rule that prohibits filling an
unshielded air cylinder while a firefighter is wearing the SCBA? ANSWER - A rapid
intervention crew (RIC) is rescuing a trapped or incapacitated firefighter.
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
When exiting an IDLH environment, it is important to: ANSWER - use the same path
that you used to enter.
Annual SCBA inspections and maintenance should be performed by: ANSWER - specially
trained, factory-qualified technicians.
After each use, the SCBA facepiece should be: ANSWER - washed with warm water and a
mild disinfectant.
Why is it important to ensure that PPE is dry before wearing it into a fire? ANSWER -
Moisture can transfer heat rapidly and result in steam burns.
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 describes the function of an auto-cascade system? ANSWER -
Completely automated fill station that fills air cylinders to a programmable pressure
, Protective trousers designed for fire fighting are: ANSWER - constructed from the same
fabric, moisture barrier, and thermal layering used in protective coats.
On an SCBA air cylinder, the pressure gauge is used to: ANSWER - display the amount of
air left in the cylinder.
What should be done after doffing SCBA? ANSWER - Close the cylinder valve.
Which is a safety consideration related to PPE? ANSWER - Always wear protective
clothing that fits properly.
In a situation such as a confined space rescue where a team member must work alone, the
second team member should: ANSWER - remain outside the area and monitor the search
line.
Firefighters should wear SCBA in hazardous atmospheres, because exposure to particulate
contaminants such as _____ can cause lung cancer or cardiovascular disease. ANSWER -
vehicle exhaust emissions
What is a function of station and work uniforms? ANSWER - Identify wearer as a member
of the fire department
IDHL ANSWER - Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health
While on duty, firefighters should avoid wearing: ANSWER - clothing made of non-fire-
resistant synthetic materials.
What should be done after doffing SCBA? ANSWER - Close the cylinder valve.
The SCBA backplate and harness assembly: ANSWER - is used to hold the breathing air
cylinder.
Immediately prior to donning SCBA, firefighters should: ANSWER - check the cylinder
gauge to make sure the cylinder is full.
Updated Questions And Answers With
100% Correct Answers Graded A+
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Hazardous materials incidents can involve potentially dangerous nonfire gases and vapors,
so firefighters must: ANSWER - wear SCBA until air monitoring demonstrates that the
atmosphere is safe.
If storing SCBA in seat mounts, be sure to: ANSWER - arrange the SCBA so it can be
donned without removing your seat belt.
Which statement about structural fire fighting protective coats is accurate? ANSWER -
The outer shell, moisture barrier, and thermal barrier must always be worn together.
A daily/weekly inspection of SCBA should include: ANSWER - a check of the regulator
and facepiece.
How do controlled breathing techniques benefit firefighters? ANSWER - Slows breathing
and extends the time it takes to deplete air in the SCBA cylinder
Which SCBA component includes a control valve and a high-pressure hose attached to one
end? ANSWER - Air cylinder
Which piece of respiratory equipment provides insufficient protection against airborne
pathogens? ANSWER - Surgical masks
Situations or events that signal the need for exit are called: ANSWER - exit indicators.
When properly worn, fire fighting gloves: ANSWER - must completely cover the wristlet
of the protective coat.
,Which situation would likely have an oxygen-deficient atmosphere in which respiratory
protection would be necessary? ANSWER - Rescue in a sewer
In order to stay as safe as possible while wearing SCBA, it is important to: ANSWER -
keep SCBA on and activated until you leave the IDLH area.
What should be done during routine inspections of PPE, such as after use at an incident?
ANSWER - Look for damage like rips or tears
Which statement about replacing SCBA cylinders is MOST accurate? ANSWER -
Changing out SCBA cylinders can be accomplished by either one or two people.
Which type of breathing air source would be found inside a high-rise building? ANSWER
- Firefighter Breathing Air Replenishment System
Which piece of wildland fire fighting PPE is a piece of flame-resistant fabric that attaches
to the helmet? ANSWER - Face/neck shroud
What are mobile fill stations designed to do? ANSWER - Refill air cylinders during
emergency incidents
Which piece of information must be included on the permanent compliance label inside each
piece of PPE? ANSWER - Cleaning precautions
Which statement about inspecting PPE is accurate? ANSWER - PPE must be inspected at
the start of every shift and after every use.
Which piece of PPE can provide a secondary layer of eye protection in addition to an SCBA
facepiece? ANSWER - Helmet faceshield
What should you do if you determine that your PPE requires advanced repairs? ANSWER
- Report the needed repairs to your supervisor
In order to avoid contaminating living quarters, _____ should NOT be worn during
emergency operations. ANSWER - station footwear
,Which type of cleaning can be done at an incident scene by brushing off loose debris and
rinsing the PPE? ANSWER - Routine cleaning
Which SCBA equipment limitation would MOST directly impact a firefighter's ability to
navigate on scene? ANSWER - Limited visibility
Which statement regarding the use of fire fighting helmets is accurate? ANSWER - Ear
flaps must be folded down, even if wearing a protective hood.
How can a firefighter help ensure that they will not be affected by limitations caused by
equipment that is in poor condition? ANSWER - Frequent inspections and maintenance
Which situation would likely be granted an exception to the rule that prohibits filling an
unshielded air cylinder while a firefighter is wearing the SCBA? ANSWER - A rapid
intervention crew (RIC) is rescuing a trapped or incapacitated firefighter.
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
When exiting an IDLH environment, it is important to: ANSWER - use the same path
that you used to enter.
Annual SCBA inspections and maintenance should be performed by: ANSWER - specially
trained, factory-qualified technicians.
After each use, the SCBA facepiece should be: ANSWER - washed with warm water and a
mild disinfectant.
Why is it important to ensure that PPE is dry before wearing it into a fire? ANSWER -
Moisture can transfer heat rapidly and result in steam burns.
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 describes the function of an auto-cascade system? ANSWER -
Completely automated fill station that fills air cylinders to a programmable pressure
, Protective trousers designed for fire fighting are: ANSWER - constructed from the same
fabric, moisture barrier, and thermal layering used in protective coats.
On an SCBA air cylinder, the pressure gauge is used to: ANSWER - display the amount of
air left in the cylinder.
What should be done after doffing SCBA? ANSWER - Close the cylinder valve.
Which is a safety consideration related to PPE? ANSWER - Always wear protective
clothing that fits properly.
In a situation such as a confined space rescue where a team member must work alone, the
second team member should: ANSWER - remain outside the area and monitor the search
line.
Firefighters should wear SCBA in hazardous atmospheres, because exposure to particulate
contaminants such as _____ can cause lung cancer or cardiovascular disease. ANSWER -
vehicle exhaust emissions
What is a function of station and work uniforms? ANSWER - Identify wearer as a member
of the fire department
IDHL ANSWER - Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health
While on duty, firefighters should avoid wearing: ANSWER - clothing made of non-fire-
resistant synthetic materials.
What should be done after doffing SCBA? ANSWER - Close the cylinder valve.
The SCBA backplate and harness assembly: ANSWER - is used to hold the breathing air
cylinder.
Immediately prior to donning SCBA, firefighters should: ANSWER - check the cylinder
gauge to make sure the cylinder is full.
