During overhaul operations, it is essential for firefighters to: - ANSWER-Wear complete protective equipment, including self-contained breathing apparatus.
Searching for hidden fires is a primary function of: - ANSWER-Overhaul
Cracked plaster, peeling paint, and discoloration of materials may...
When pulling a ceiling for overhaul purposes, the firefighter should: - ANSWER-Pull
down and away on the pike pole.
During overhaul operations, it is essential for firefighters to: - ANSWER-Wear
complete protective equipment, including self-contained breathing apparatus.
Searching for hidden fires is a primary function of: - ANSWER-Overhaul
Cracked plaster, peeling paint, and discoloration of materials may be signs of: -
ANSWER-Hidden fire
A tool often used to open a ceiling is a: - ANSWER-Pike pole
The search for and extinguishment of hidden fires and placing the building in a safe
condition is known as: - ANSWER-Overhaul
Hidden fires in concealed spaces can often be detected by: - ANSWER-feeling with
back of hand.
When small burning objects that can be picked up are found during overhaul, they
should be: - ANSWER-Dunked in a container full of water
Hidden fires in mattresses as stuffed or cushioned furniture are best handled by: -
ANSWER-Removing the material to the outdoors whenever sage and possible
Which is considered a valuable benefit of proper training overhaul - ANSWER-Helps
locate hidden fires
After a fire, when doors and windows are broken, it is a good policy to - ANSWER-
Cover below the involved are to check for extension
A firefighter can often detect hidden fires in a concealed space by: - ANSWER-Sight,
touch, and sound
Prior to the commencement of overhaul operations, the incident commander must -
ANSWER-ensure the building is in a safe condition to enter
Which is the type of attack line and water application device most effective for
overhaul? - ANSWER-1-1/2 or 1-3/4 line wit a combination nozzle attached
Firefighters can assist the investigator by: - ANSWER-Report anything suspicious
,Overhaul operations should commence - ANSWER-after fire investigation concerns
are met
During overhaul, if firefighters have a concern about a void space concealing a hot
spot, they should - ANSWER-Open the void space immediately
What is the term for a short (two to four foot) pike pole designed for use in tight
spaces - ANSWER-Closet hook
Which statement regarding debris removal is true - ANSWER-Place debris that is
moved outside far enough away from the building to prevent any additional damage
if it reignites
An observant firefighter can give the fire investigator which items of information -
ANSWER-The location of the fire
Which statement regulating debris removal is correct? - ANSWER-Debris should be
take. Outside for easy extinguishment
A fire cannot be considered fully extinguished until __ is complete - ANSWER-
Overhaul
Ideally when should fire investigator led begin their work at a fire scene? - ANSWER-
Before overhaul starts
What should firefighters do if they observe something suspicious, particularly
something suggestive of arson, while performing overhaul operations? - ANSWER-
Stop operations until investigators can examine what they found
During overhaul, what should be available to douse any hotspots or flare-ups that
occur? - ANSWER-A charged hose line
In order to extinguish smoldering mattress during overhaul, they should be: -
ANSWER-Removed outside and then soaked
Which areas of a wall are usually opened first, during overhaul? - ANSWER-The
most heavily damaged areas
What is the term for an intentionally set fire? - ANSWER-Incendiary
During overhaul, either a safety officer or someone else should be assigned to
monitor the atmosphere for the presence of what dangerous gas? - ANSWER-
Carbon monoxide
Where do most structure fires occur? - ANSWER-Residences
The fire investigation process usually begins with examination of the - ANSWER-
Exterior
, Can salvage and overhaul ever be delayed until an investigator has examined the
scene? - ANSWER-Yes, it can often be delayed for this reason
Which is considered a push-pull tool? - ANSWER-Pike pole
Which may be a clue of an arson fire? - ANSWER-You smell an odor like gasoline
Which may be a clue for an arson fire? - ANSWER-The structure was well involved
and your response time was very good
Point of origin is where: - ANSWER-An ignition source comes into contact with a fuel
supply
Firefighters can assist the investigator by: - ANSWER-Waiting for the investigator to
examine the area before beginning overhaul operations
The tool used during most fire incidents to pull apart debris and burning materials,
and open walls and ceilings, remove trim, and allow companies to find and
extinguish deep-seated fires is the: - ANSWER-Pike pole
V patterns are most often used to identify: - ANSWER-The location of an object that
burned
A trailer is made by arsonist to: - ANSWER-Spread the fire
The dangerous situation in which a hidden or smoldering fire reignites after
departure of fire crews is called - ANSWER-Rekindle
Making sure the fire is out and leaving the building in as serviceable a condition as is
possible is the definition for; - ANSWER-Overhaul
Self-contained breathing apparatus should be worn during overhaul operations: -
ANSWER-Until the atmosphere is deemed safe by air monitoring
The first thing to determine before overhaul operations begin is whether: - ANSWER-
The building or area is safe to be operating in
Overhaul should begin in the building in the: - ANSWER-Area of the fire
What should be in place during overhaul? - ANSWER-Charged hose lines
When opening a ceiling, the hook should be held so it is __ the firefighter. -
ANSWER-Facing away from
One way to remove water coming through the ceiling from upper floors is by the use
of - ANSWER-Chutes
Which is placed on the floor to hold small amounts of water? - ANSWER-Catchall
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