S-130 NFA ONLINE FIREFIGHTER
TRAINING
Module 1 Quiz - ANSWERS-Preparedness, ICS and Resources
Which of the following statements regarding physically fit firefighters
is FALSE?
A. Fit workers acclimate faster at high elevations.
B. Fit workers are less likely to be injured on the fireline.
C. Fit workers perform better in the heat.
D. Fit workers are allowed to serve longer hours on the fireline. -
ANSWERS-D. Fit workers are allowed to serve longer hours on the
fireline.
It is well documented that physically fit workers perform better in the
heat, acclimate faster at high elevations, and are less likely to be
injured on the fireline.
Place each management principle in order to match with the best
description.
- An established and common set of incident objectives
- Allows supervisors to track and monitor subordinates
- Tracks resources and assignment lists
,- Span of control
- Unified command
- Personnel accountability - ANSWERS-- Unified command
- Span of control
- Personnel accountability
The portion of a control line where flammable material has been
removed by scraping or digging down to mineral soil is known as
the____. - ANSWERS-Fireline
Identify THREE facets affected by cultural differences. - ANSWERS-
• Food • Housing • Dress • Religion
Wildland firefighter protective clothing is designed to protect you
from which of the following THREE threats? - ANSWERS-Wildland
firefighter protective clothing is designed to protect you from:
• Personal injury
• Radiant heat
• Hostile ambient temperature conditions
Identify FOUR actions you can take to make sure you perform
physically well on the fireline. - ANSWERS-• Limit caffeine to 300
mg per day (a cup of coffee has 100 mg)
• Avoid alcohol
• Stay away from eating red meat two days in a row
,• Limit eggs to one per day
• Choose whole wheat bread over white
• Substitute other seasonings for salt
• Eat lots of fruits and vegetables
• Avoid large amounts of sugar calories
• Concentrate on getting enough carbohydrates
Place the following fire behavior terms in order to match with the
corresponding description.
1. A fire that burns with a low flame and spreads slowly
2. A fire that spreads rapidly with a well-defined head
3. A fire moving away from the head or against the wind
4. Sparks produced by the main fire are carried by winds
5. A fire periodically igniting the crown of trees
6. A fire primarily advancing across the tops of trees - ANSWERS-1.
Creeping
2. Running
3. Backing
4. Spotting
5. Torching
6. Crowning
, Identify THREE steps you can take to be accountable for your
personal protective equipment (PPE) and gear. - ANSWERS-•
Maintain your PPE in top form
• Know how to properly use your gear
• Routinely inspect your PPE for signs of wear
• Get any repairs done or replace necessary PPE before the start of the
fire season
Identify FOUR personal items you should consider keeping ready on
a fire assignment. - ANSWERS-• Matches (in a waterproof container)
• Watch
• Pocketknife
• Eyeglasses and sunglasses, if needed
• Prescriptions, if needed
• Water
• Rain gear
• Compass
• Toilet paper
• Spare boot laces
• Bandanas
• Flip flops to wear in shower stalls
• Small towel
• Small flashlight
• Instant hand sanitizer
TRAINING
Module 1 Quiz - ANSWERS-Preparedness, ICS and Resources
Which of the following statements regarding physically fit firefighters
is FALSE?
A. Fit workers acclimate faster at high elevations.
B. Fit workers are less likely to be injured on the fireline.
C. Fit workers perform better in the heat.
D. Fit workers are allowed to serve longer hours on the fireline. -
ANSWERS-D. Fit workers are allowed to serve longer hours on the
fireline.
It is well documented that physically fit workers perform better in the
heat, acclimate faster at high elevations, and are less likely to be
injured on the fireline.
Place each management principle in order to match with the best
description.
- An established and common set of incident objectives
- Allows supervisors to track and monitor subordinates
- Tracks resources and assignment lists
,- Span of control
- Unified command
- Personnel accountability - ANSWERS-- Unified command
- Span of control
- Personnel accountability
The portion of a control line where flammable material has been
removed by scraping or digging down to mineral soil is known as
the____. - ANSWERS-Fireline
Identify THREE facets affected by cultural differences. - ANSWERS-
• Food • Housing • Dress • Religion
Wildland firefighter protective clothing is designed to protect you
from which of the following THREE threats? - ANSWERS-Wildland
firefighter protective clothing is designed to protect you from:
• Personal injury
• Radiant heat
• Hostile ambient temperature conditions
Identify FOUR actions you can take to make sure you perform
physically well on the fireline. - ANSWERS-• Limit caffeine to 300
mg per day (a cup of coffee has 100 mg)
• Avoid alcohol
• Stay away from eating red meat two days in a row
,• Limit eggs to one per day
• Choose whole wheat bread over white
• Substitute other seasonings for salt
• Eat lots of fruits and vegetables
• Avoid large amounts of sugar calories
• Concentrate on getting enough carbohydrates
Place the following fire behavior terms in order to match with the
corresponding description.
1. A fire that burns with a low flame and spreads slowly
2. A fire that spreads rapidly with a well-defined head
3. A fire moving away from the head or against the wind
4. Sparks produced by the main fire are carried by winds
5. A fire periodically igniting the crown of trees
6. A fire primarily advancing across the tops of trees - ANSWERS-1.
Creeping
2. Running
3. Backing
4. Spotting
5. Torching
6. Crowning
, Identify THREE steps you can take to be accountable for your
personal protective equipment (PPE) and gear. - ANSWERS-•
Maintain your PPE in top form
• Know how to properly use your gear
• Routinely inspect your PPE for signs of wear
• Get any repairs done or replace necessary PPE before the start of the
fire season
Identify FOUR personal items you should consider keeping ready on
a fire assignment. - ANSWERS-• Matches (in a waterproof container)
• Watch
• Pocketknife
• Eyeglasses and sunglasses, if needed
• Prescriptions, if needed
• Water
• Rain gear
• Compass
• Toilet paper
• Spare boot laces
• Bandanas
• Flip flops to wear in shower stalls
• Small towel
• Small flashlight
• Instant hand sanitizer
