FCTC Technical Reading and Recall 3

Question 1

A departmental directive reads: 'All firefighters shall wear full PPE including SCBA during interior operations, overhaul, and when exposed to smoke or unknown atmospheres.' During which activity does the directive NOT explicitly require full PPE?

Accepted Answer

Traffic control

Answer

The directive lists interior operations, overhaul, and smoke exposure — traffic control is not mentioned.

Question 2

A passage states: 'Class A foam concentrate is mixed at a ratio of 0.1% to 1.0% depending on application method — compressed air foam systems use 0.1–0.3%, while aspirating nozzles use 0.5–1.0%.' Which system uses the lower concentration range?

Accepted Answer

Compressed air foam systems

Answer

The passage states compressed air foam systems use 0.1–0.3%, which is lower than aspirating nozzles at 0.5–1.0%.

Question 3

A technical bulletin states that ground ladders should be cleaned with mild soap and water, dried thoroughly, and stored away from direct sunlight. What should ground ladders be stored away from?

Accepted Answer

Direct sunlight

Answer

The bulletin specifically states ladders should be stored away from direct sunlight.

Question 4

An SOP states: 'The rapid intervention team (RIT) shall consist of a minimum of four personnel, including a team leader, and shall be established before interior operations begin.' When must the RIT be established?

Accepted Answer

Before interior operations begin

Answer

The SOP states the RIT must be established before interior operations begin.

Question 5

A pump operations manual describes three discharge pressure zones: low pressure (under 100 PSI), medium pressure (100–200 PSI), and high pressure (over 200 PSI). A reading of exactly 200 PSI falls in which zone?

Accepted Answer

Medium pressure

Answer

The medium pressure zone is defined as 100–200 PSI, which includes exactly 200 PSI.

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FCTC Technical Reading and Recall 3