Firefighter Practice Test (Reasoning & Judgement) 1

Question 1

If you notice someone being electrocuted. What should be your first course of action?

Accepted Answer

Turn off the electricity.

Answer

Any of the following

Answer

Make a request for help

Answer

Remove the person from the danger zone.

Question 2

You're working on a project that requires skills you don't have. You'll need assistance from coworkers who have the necessary abilities. How would you approach these employees in order to collaborate?

Accepted Answer

Seek about other team members' opinions on the best course of action.

Answer

Make a thorough examination of all the variables at play and take decisive action.

Answer

Fail to act in any way.

Answer

Without hesitation, take action.

Question 3

Your engine company is loading equipment back onto the engine after putting out a structural fire. A newbie firefighter injures their leg after tripping over some hose. They stand up, limping, and assist with the loading of equipment. What's the best thing you can do in this situation?

Accepted Answer

Tell the firefighter that he or she should seek medical help.

Answer

Suggest to the firefighter that they take a break and sit in the engine.

Answer

Wow, that was a rookie move, say to the firefighter.

Answer

Continue working and tell the firefighter to "walk it off."

Question 4

Which of the following materials is not a good choice for an electrical work ladder?

Accepted Answer

Aluminum

Answer

All of the materials are suitable

Answer

Fiberglass

Answer

Wood

Question 5

One of the projects you've been given concerns a client named Alex. She constantly contacting you to alter the initial plan. You have the impression that Alex is modifying the majority of the project's parameters, which could have a direct impact on the budget. What are your options for dealing with this situation?

Accepted Answer

Discuss the situation with your supervisors and come up with a solution.

Answer

To ensure customer happiness, take her orders and do anything she wants.

Answer

Refuse to comply with her demands outside of the scope of the original contract/agreement/project.

Answer

Propose that she make all of her adjustments in writing, via letters and emails.

Question 6

In areas with boat docks and piers, several fire departments operate fireboats. The use of fireboats to apply saltwater to structural fires along piers, boat docks, and wharves is known as marine firefighting. What is the main benefit of utilizing saltwater to fight marine fires?

Accepted Answer

There is no shortage of saltwater.

Answer

Freshwater is heavier than saltwater.

Answer

Freshwater is more corrosive than saltwater.

Answer

Saltwater extinguishes fires more effectively than freshwater.

Question 7

Which of the following is a good electrical safety practice?

Accepted Answer

If at all feasible, work with just one hand.

Answer

Metal-handled tools should be used.

Answer

Collaborate in groups.

Answer

Make use of ladders.

Question 8

When you're trying to communicate something to a client, he's strongly opposed to your point of view. It is critical that people believe in the concept you are presenting. How would you go about persuading the client to view things your way?

Accepted Answer

Begin by comprehending and viewing things from your client's point of view.

Answer

Decode what your client might be thinking.

Answer

Sit down with the client and show him why he is incorrect.

Answer

Begin by clearly and simply explaining your point of view to the client.

Question 9

You and your crew are putting out a little apartment fire that started in the kitchen but was quickly put out. You witness a firefighter from another engine crew putting their turnout coat pocket into a wallet that was on the kitchen table. When you ask as to why the firefighter is stealing someone else's wallet, they advise you to mind your own business. What is the best course of action in this situation?

Accepted Answer

Tell your supervisor what you saw in a private environment right away.

Answer

Inform the homeowner of what you observed.

Answer

Return to putting out the fire and behave as if nothing happened.

Answer

Report the situation to the Fire Chief on their cell phone.

Question 10

When placed near electrical panels, which of the following poses a major hazard?

Accepted Answer

Flammable chemicals

Answer

PVC plumbing pipes

Answer

Wooden planks

Answer

None of the above