CPS CPS Firefighter Test Observation and Memory

Question 1

When observing a fire scene during size-up, which detail is MOST important to note first?

Accepted Answer

Location of hydrants and water sources

Answer

Water supply locations are critical tactical information needed immediately upon arrival at a fire scene.

Question 2

A firefighter observes a building and notes: '3 floors, red brick exterior, 2 exits on the north side.' How many exits did the firefighter note?

Accepted Answer

2

Answer

The firefighter specifically noted 2 exits on the north side of the building.

Question 3

During a size-up, a firefighter notices smoke coming from windows on the second and fourth floors. How many floors show visible smoke?

Accepted Answer

2

Answer

Smoke was observed on two separate floors: the second floor and the fourth floor.

Question 4

A firefighter is told that Engine 3 responded to 5 calls on Monday, 3 on Tuesday, and 7 on Wednesday. What was the total number of calls?

Accepted Answer

15

Answer

5 + 3 + 7 = 15 total calls across the three days.

Question 5

An incident report states: 'Dispatch received the call at 14:23. The first unit arrived at 14:31.' How many minutes elapsed between dispatch and arrival?

Accepted Answer

8

Answer

14:31 minus 14:23 equals exactly 8 minutes of elapsed response time.

CPS Firefighter Test Practice Test

CPS Firefighter Test Practice Test

CPS CPS Firefighter Test Observation and Memory