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OFD 1-06
Month 4 Delmar PROBATION
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04/02/2007

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What is a BTU?
Definition
British Thermal Unit
Term
True or False:
When energy is released when making a molecule we call this an Exothermic reaction.
Definition
True
Term
Name some sources of Heat.
Definition
Chemical, Mechanical, electrical, Nuclear
Term
Name the three states of mater.
Definition
Solid, Liquid, Gas
Term
What are the 4 main classes of fire extinguishers and what are they used for?
Definition
A- common combustibles
B- combusitble liquids
C- energized electrical fires
D- Metal fires
Term
Name different kinds of extinguisher agents.
Definition
water, foam, CO2, Halon, dry chem, Wet chem
Term
When using an extinguisher what does the acronym PASS stand for?
Definition
Point, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep
Term
What are common signs of impending building collapse?
Definition
Age and condition of building, deterioration of mortar, cracks, cables and tie rods on exterior of building, large open areas, bulging or bowing walls, sagging floor, abandoned buildings, large volumes of fire, Long fire operations, Smoke from cracks in walls, Dark smoke from the roof or floor space, multiple fire located
Term
How far away from a building should a collapse zone be?
Definition
1.5 times the height of the building
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What are the three parts of a Truss?
Definition
Top chord, Webbing, Bottom Chord
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Why are trusses dangerous?
Definition
If one part fails the whole thing fails
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