Firefighting Safety and Health Practice Test

Question 1

What is the most common cause of firefighter line-of-duty deaths?

Accepted Answer

Cardiac arrest

Answer

Smoke inhalation

Answer

Falls

Answer

Motor vehicle accidents

Question 2

What is the recommended interval for removing bunker gear?

Accepted Answer

Within one hour of being exposed to smoke or toxic substances

Answer

After the end of the shift

Answer

Every two hours

Answer

Only if visibly soiled

Question 3

How often should a firefighter's blood pressure be measured during rehabilitation?

Accepted Answer

Every 15 minutes

Answer

Twice an hour

Answer

Every 30 minutes

Answer

Every hour

Question 4

What is a potential hazard of prolonged use of self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)?

Accepted Answer

Toxic effects from poor air quality inside the SCBA

Answer

Increased exposure to heat

Answer

Prolonged fatigue

Answer

Decreased respiratory protection

Question 5

At what temperature should rehab areas be cooled down to?

Accepted Answer

77°F (25°C) - 82°F (28°C)

Answer

65°F (18°C) - 70°F (21°C)

Answer

85°F (29°C) - 90°F (32°C)

Answer

60°F (15°C) - 65°F (18°C)

Question 6

What is the primary objective of firefighter rehabilitation?

Accepted Answer

Restore the physical and mental capabilities of firefighters

Answer

Offer a break from duties

Answer

Identify disciplinary issues

Answer

Provide medical treatment

Question 7

What factor determines the level of supervision during rehabilitation?

Accepted Answer

The mandate of the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ)

Answer

The number of affected firefighters

Answer

The visibility of the rehabilitation area

Answer

The type of incident

Question 8

What task should firefighters not engage in during rehabilitation?

Accepted Answer

Performing physically demanding activities

Answer

Restocking firefighting equipment

Answer

Inspecting personal protective equipment

Answer

Collecting incident data

Question 9

What is the maximum amount of time a firefighter should be allowed to perform physical work before rehab is considered?

Accepted Answer

20 minutes

Answer

45 minutes

Answer

30 minutes

Answer

15 minutes

Question 10

What action should be taken if a firefighter presents signs of heat stroke during rehabilitation?

Accepted Answer

Activate the emergency medical services (EMS)

Answer

Remove the firefighter's bunker gear

Answer

Increase hydration with sports drinks

Answer

Apply cold water to the body