Tools, Equipment & Resource Management Flashcards

When using a chainsaw on a wildland fire, what is the minimum safe falling distance crew members must maintain from the saw operator?

Answer: Two tree lengths in the direction of fall

Crew members must stay at least two tree lengths away in the direction of fall to avoid being struck by the felled tree or debris.

A Pulaski tool is a combination of which two implements?

Answer: Axe and adze (hoe)

The Pulaski combines an axe blade on one side and an adze (hoe) on the other, making it versatile for both chopping and grubbing.

What does the term 'tender' refer to in wildland fire resource management?

Answer: A water- or fuel-carrying vehicle

A tender is a vehicle designed to transport and supply water or fuel to firefighting operations in the field.

When sharpening a council rake (fire rake), which part of the tine should primarily be sharpened?

Answer: The outside curved edge of each tine

The outside curved edge of each tine is sharpened so it can cut and scrape vegetation when pulled toward the firefighter.

In the ICS resource management system, what does 'single resource' mean?

Answer: An individual, a piece of equipment with its crew, or a crew

A single resource is the basic building block of ICS and consists of an individual, a piece of equipment with its personnel, or a crew.

What is the primary purpose of a fire shelter deployment in a wildland fire situation?

Answer: To provide a survivable microclimate when entrapment is unavoidable

The fire shelter creates a temporary microclimate that reflects radiant heat and traps breathable air, used only as a last resort when entrapment is unavoidable.

A crew is ordered to 'check in' upon arrival at the incident. Which ICS location is typically NOT a valid check-in point?

Answer: Base camp kitchen

Valid ICS check-in points include the ICP, staging area, base, camp, helibase, or helispots — not the camp kitchen, which is a support function area.