Firefighter Personal Protective Equipment 2

Question 1

What does the acronym SCBA stand for in firefighting PPE?

Accepted Answer

Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus

Answer

Standard Compressed Breathing Air

Answer

Safety Cylinder Backup Assembly

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Sealed Chamber Breathing Aid

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of a firefighter's turnout gear thermal liner?

Accepted Answer

To provide insulation against heat

Answer

To reflect light

Answer

To repel water only

Answer

To add weight for stability

Question 3

Which PPE item protects a firefighter's neck and ears from heat and embers?

Accepted Answer

Nomex hood

Answer

Helmet shield

Answer

Gloves

Answer

Boots

Question 4

What standard governs the design and performance of firefighter protective ensembles?

Accepted Answer

NFPA 1971

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OSHA 1910

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NFPA 1500

Answer

ANSI Z87

Question 5

What is the recommended action if turnout gear becomes contaminated with hazardous chemicals?

Accepted Answer

Decontaminate or remove it from service

Answer

Continue wearing it until shift ends

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Spray it with water and reuse immediately

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Store it in the apparatus cab

Question 6

Why must SCBA facepieces be properly fitted and seal-checked before entry?

Accepted Answer

To prevent toxic air from leaking in

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To look professional

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To save air pressure

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To reduce gear weight

Question 7

What is the function of a PASS device worn with PPE?

Accepted Answer

Alerts others if a firefighter is motionless

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Measures air quality

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Provides radio communication

Answer

Cools the body