Firefighter Entrance Exam Tools Questions & Answers 2023/2024

Firefighter Entrance Exam Tools Questions & Answers 2023/2024 Allen Wrench (Hex Key or Set Screw Wrech) - ANSWER-Hexagonal bar with a 90 degree bend for extracting or tightening a six-sided screw or nut. Axe - ANSWER-Can have a flat head or pick opposite of the blade. Used for ventilating roofs, floors or doors. Also used where forcible entry is needed. Ball-Peen Hammer - ANSWER-hammer used to shape or forged materials, set rivets or drive chisels Bench Grinder - ANSWER-Used to hone the cutting edges of tools square and sharp, remove burrs and used to clean and polish surfaces. Bionic Wrench - ANSWER-Squeezing the handle of this wrench adjusts the wrench to fit any nut or bolt. Also has ratcheting action. Bolt Cutter - ANSWER-Used to cut steel rods, bolts and locks. Caulking Hammer - ANSWER-Used to drive drill stars into masonry. Chain Saw - ANSWER-Blade that looks like a chain with a series of small cutting tips. Channel Locks - ANSWER-Can be adjust to allow a larger gripping area; used on pipes and other round objects. Circular Saw - ANSWER-Used to cut lumber and plywood to size. Claw or Nail Hammer - ANSWER-Used to pound nails or remove them.