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VFA XVI Chapter 2 study guide- firefighter safety
Class XVI Block 1 updated 2/2/13
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01/23/2013

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What does PPE stand for?
Definition
Personal Protective Equipment
Term
Who has the ultimate responsibility for the overall safety of every operation?
Definition
The IC
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Who is responsible for evaluating hazards and safety measures?
Definition
The safety officer
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How many firefighters each year die in the line of duty?
Definition
100
Term
What is the leading cause of death in a firefighter?
Definition
Heart attack
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How many injuries occurred in the line of duty in 2005?
Definition
80,100
Term
What does CISD stand for?
Definition
Critical Incident Stress Debrief
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What NFPA standard addresses Firefighter Safety?
Definition
NFPA 1500
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What is freelancing?
Definition
Acting independently
Term
The safety officer reports directly to who?
Definition
The IC
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When was the National Fallen Firefighter Foundation founded?
Definition
1992
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How many hours each day should a firefighter wok out minimally?
Definition
One hour
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How much water should you drink in order to stay hydrated?
Definition
One gallon
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What does EAP stand for?
Definition
Employee Assistance Program
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What is the average total of firefighters fatally injured each year?
Definition
Nine
Term
What is the second leading cause of firefighter death?
Definition
Motor Vehicle Accidents?
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What are the three layers of PPE?
Definition
Outer shell, moisture barrier and thermal barrier
Term
What does the acronym PASS stand for when referring to PPE?
Definition
Personal Alert Safety System
Term
What NFPA standard addresses Wildland PPE?
Definition
NFPA 1977
Term
What does IDLH stand for?
Definition
Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health
Term
What are three primary respiratory hazards?
Definition
Smoke, Heated gases and oxygen deficiency
Term
During physical activity, a firefighter can lose up to how much fluid in just one hour
Definition
Two quarts
Term
Low glucose presents what sign?
Definition
Weakness, shaking
Term
High glucose presents what sign?
Definition
Sluggish, lethargic
Term
Proteins are used for what?
Definition
Muscle repair and growth
Term
What does CISM stand for?
Definition
Critical incident stress management
Term
Who is ultimately responsible for preventing injury or deaths?
Definition
Yourself
Term
Alcohol shall not be consumed ___ hours prior to going on duty.
Definition
8
Term
An ideal exercise routine consists of stretching, weight training, and __?
Definition
Cardiovascular
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At a minimum, how much time should firefighters spend on physical fitness on a daily basis?
Definition
60 minutes
Term
Which of the following is NOT part of the functions of rehab?
Definition
Refilling SCBA bottles
Term
Employee Assistance Programs help with what?
Definition
Physical, Financial and Substance Abuse Problems
Term
Every Fire Department should have a set of standard operating procedures (SOP) or _________________.
Definition
SOG, Standard Operating Guidelines
Term
Due to high physical demands of firefighting, how much water should be consumed to stay properly hydrated in a 24hr shift?
Definition
1 gallon
Term
Regarding nutrition, too much sugar consumption can lead to the following:
Definition
Low energy levels
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When an apparatus must drive in reverse, how many firefighters should back up to provide ultimate safety precautions?
Definition
2
Term
On the fire ground, who has the authority to stop all fire ground operations?
Definition
Safety Officer
Term
Fire service safety is governed by NFPA__ Standard on Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health Program?
Definition
1500
Term
Per NFPA, approximately___ firefighters are fatally injured during training exercises every year.
Definition
9
Term
On the fire scene, what house hold utility is the biggest safety concern for firefighters?
Definition
Electricity
Term
Before an apparatus leaves on a structure fire, what action absolutely must be taken?
Definition
Fasten your seatbelt
Term
What does "PAR" stand for?
Definition
Personal Accountability Report
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