Firefighter Safety and Health 2

Question 1

Two firefighters must enter an Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health (IDLH) atmosphere. What does the OSHA "two-in, two-out" rule require?

Accepted Answer

At least two trained firefighters must remain outside and ready to perform rescue

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Only two firefighters total are allowed at any scene

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Two firefighters must rest after every two who work

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Two engines must respond before entry

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of a Personal Alert Safety System (PASS) device?

Accepted Answer

To sound an alarm if a firefighter becomes motionless

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To measure air remaining in the SCBA cylinder

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To track GPS location of apparatus

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To cool the firefighter's body core temperature

Question 3

During overhaul, why should firefighters continue wearing SCBA even after visible flames are out?

Accepted Answer

Toxic gases like carbon monoxide and hydrogen cyanide remain present

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Radio communication works better with the mask on

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It is required for thermal imaging to function

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The cylinder weight improves balance

Question 4

What is rehabilitation ("rehab") at an emergency incident primarily designed to do?

Accepted Answer

Rest, rehydrate, and monitor firefighters to prevent injury and exhaustion

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Repair damaged equipment on scene

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Interview witnesses about the fire cause

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Restore the building to occupancy

Question 5

A firefighter's low-air alarm on the SCBA activates during interior operations. What is the correct action?

Accepted Answer

Immediately begin exiting to a safe area with the crew

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Remove the mask to conserve remaining air

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Continue working until the cylinder is fully empty

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Switch the regulator to a higher flow setting

Question 6

What does the acronym RIT (or RIC) refer to on the fireground?

Accepted Answer

A team standing by to rescue trapped or downed firefighters

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A unit responsible for traffic and crowd control

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A reserve apparatus held off scene

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A radio interoperability team

Question 7

Why is proper hydration emphasized for firefighters even in cold weather?

Accepted Answer

Heavy PPE causes significant fluid loss regardless of outside temperature

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Cold air contains more oxygen requiring more water

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Water prevents SCBA regulators from freezing internally

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Hydration is only needed in summer months