USCG FIRE FIGHTING FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS

What is the purpose of this class? CORRECT ANSWER 1. Provide trained personnel to fight shipboard fires. 2. Meet standards for USCG What keeps the hoses from leaking while the fire hoses are changed? CORRECT ANSWER the female connector What regulations oversees firefighting on US flagged vessels? CORRECT ANSWER CFR 46 Bunker gear fails at what temperature? CORRECT ANSWER 1200 degrees Why do we wear respiratory protection? CORRECT ANSWER 1)elevated temps 2)smoke 3)toxic gases 4) oxygen deficiency What are the three sides of the fire triangle? CORRECT ANSWER 1. Oxygen 2. Heat 3. Fuel Self-contained breathing apparatus can be used for all but what? CORRECT ANSWER Scuba diving When opening and closing a nozzle you should do it quickly and hard? CORRECT ANSWER False The all-purpose nozzle is the only nozzle recognized by the coast guard, and navy for shipboard fires. CORRECT ANSWER True The fire tetrahedron adds what to fire? CORRECT ANSWER Chemical chain reaction Hoses need to be changed and inspected how often? CORRECT ANSWER Every time you use them Fire extinguishers are your best line of defense in fighting a small fire. CORRECT ANSWER True What is the most common cause for fires? CORRECT ANSWER Smoking and drinking What should firefighting crews do after a fire occurs on board the ship? CORRECT ANSWER Close off ventilation