BOF MOD B MID-TERM EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
(LATEST)
At what pressure does a fog stream nozzle usually perform at? -
ANSWERS-50 or 75 psi
What are the three types of fog stream nozzles? - ANSWERS-1. Fixed
gallonage
2. Adjustable gallonage
3. Automatic adjusting
When should nozzles be checked and inspected? - ANSWERS-
Inspected on a regular basis and checked after each use
What is the definition of fire suppression? - ANSWERS-All of the
tactics and tasks that are performed to achieve extinguishment of the
fire
What is an offensive attack operation? - ANSWERS-When
firefighters advance hose lines towards a building to attack a fire
What is a defensive operation? - ANSWERS-This operation is
conducted from the exterior, or while moving away from the building
or fire, by directing water streams toward the fire form a safe distance
,What is a transitional attack? - ANSWERS-This operation is a brief
exterior, indirect attack into the fire compartment to initiate cooling,
followed by an interior attack to suppress the fire
When is a defensive operation used? - ANSWERS-This operation is
used when the fire is too large to be controlled by an offensive attack
When is an indirect attack used? - ANSWERS-This attack is used
when an area is ready to flash over
How is an indirect attack performed? - ANSWERS-This attack is
performed by aiming water at the ceiling, using a straight/solid
stream, and flowing between 120-180 gpm
What is a combination attack? - ANSWERS-This attack employs both
indirect/direct attack
What is important to remember about basement fires? - ANSWERS-
This may be difficult to ventilate
Attic fires are considered vent limited. T/F - ANSWERS-True
What are the vents on attics called? - ANSWERS-Soffit vents
, If there is no life safety hazards in a building during construction,
renovation, or demolition what strategy should you use? -
ANSWERS-Defensive
What is generally the primary objective in lumberyard fires? -
ANSWERS-Protecting exposure
What extinguishing agent is useful to use with trash container and
rubbish fires? - ANSWERS-Class A foam
OSHA requires specially trained entry teams in emergency confined
spaces. T/F - ANSWERS-True
What agent is often used for chimney fires? - ANSWERS-Dry
chemical
What hazards should be considered in conventional vehicles? -
ANSWERS-Short circuits, battery acid leaks, and combustibles
What type of vehicle is considered "alternative"? - ANSWERS-
Anything other than a petroleum-based motor vehicle
Where should your nozzle be aimed at during a vehicle fire? -
ANSWERS-The bottom part of the vehicle using horizontal motion
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
(LATEST)
At what pressure does a fog stream nozzle usually perform at? -
ANSWERS-50 or 75 psi
What are the three types of fog stream nozzles? - ANSWERS-1. Fixed
gallonage
2. Adjustable gallonage
3. Automatic adjusting
When should nozzles be checked and inspected? - ANSWERS-
Inspected on a regular basis and checked after each use
What is the definition of fire suppression? - ANSWERS-All of the
tactics and tasks that are performed to achieve extinguishment of the
fire
What is an offensive attack operation? - ANSWERS-When
firefighters advance hose lines towards a building to attack a fire
What is a defensive operation? - ANSWERS-This operation is
conducted from the exterior, or while moving away from the building
or fire, by directing water streams toward the fire form a safe distance
,What is a transitional attack? - ANSWERS-This operation is a brief
exterior, indirect attack into the fire compartment to initiate cooling,
followed by an interior attack to suppress the fire
When is a defensive operation used? - ANSWERS-This operation is
used when the fire is too large to be controlled by an offensive attack
When is an indirect attack used? - ANSWERS-This attack is used
when an area is ready to flash over
How is an indirect attack performed? - ANSWERS-This attack is
performed by aiming water at the ceiling, using a straight/solid
stream, and flowing between 120-180 gpm
What is a combination attack? - ANSWERS-This attack employs both
indirect/direct attack
What is important to remember about basement fires? - ANSWERS-
This may be difficult to ventilate
Attic fires are considered vent limited. T/F - ANSWERS-True
What are the vents on attics called? - ANSWERS-Soffit vents
, If there is no life safety hazards in a building during construction,
renovation, or demolition what strategy should you use? -
ANSWERS-Defensive
What is generally the primary objective in lumberyard fires? -
ANSWERS-Protecting exposure
What extinguishing agent is useful to use with trash container and
rubbish fires? - ANSWERS-Class A foam
OSHA requires specially trained entry teams in emergency confined
spaces. T/F - ANSWERS-True
What agent is often used for chimney fires? - ANSWERS-Dry
chemical
What hazards should be considered in conventional vehicles? -
ANSWERS-Short circuits, battery acid leaks, and combustibles
What type of vehicle is considered "alternative"? - ANSWERS-
Anything other than a petroleum-based motor vehicle
Where should your nozzle be aimed at during a vehicle fire? -
ANSWERS-The bottom part of the vehicle using horizontal motion
