According to data compiled by NIOSH, the number of firefighter fatalities occuring while responding to or returning from emergencies in second only to the number of fatalities occuring from:

A. Falls.

B. Burns.

C. Heart Atacks.

D. Smoke Inhalation

C: Heart Attacks

NFPA 1002, ____ sets the minimum qualifications for DOs.

A. Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications.

B. Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver / Operator Professional Qualifications.

C. Standard on Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health Program.

D. Standard on Comprehensive Occupational Medical Program for Fire Departments.

B: Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver / Operator Professional Qualifications.

Which of the following is a skill recommended, but not required, to be a DO:

A. Reading Skills

B. Writing Skills

C. Machanical skills

D. Mathematical Skills

C: Mechanical Skills

Which of the following is an activity that a DO is NOT ordinarily expected to perform at a fire scene?

A. Deploying a portable water tank

B. Using a chainsaw for ventilation

C. Connecting to hydrant with an intake hose

D. Stretching a supply line to a hydrant by hand

B. Using a chainsaw for ventilation

NFPA 1582 requires that firefighters have a corrected far visual acuity of _____ with contact lenses or spectacles.

A. 20/20

B. 20/30

C. 20/40

D. 20/80

C. 20/40

In career fire departments, DOs are usually promoted from the rank of:

A. Captain

B. Firefighter

C. Lieutentant

D. Company Officer

B. Firefighter

Which NFPA standard gives direction for establishing a DO training program?

A. 1450

B. 1451

C. 1560

D. 1561

B. 1451

In general, to what vehicular statuetes, laws, and ordinances is the DO subject?

A. Only those concerning fire service DOs

B. Only theose concerning emergency equipment operation

C. All statutes, laws and ordinances that govern any vehicle operator

D. None of the statutes, laws, and ordinances that govern general motor vehicle operation.

C. All statutes, laws and ordinances that govern any vehicle operator

In the United States, what government authority establishes the basic requirements for locensing of drivers?

A. Transit Authority

B. Department of Transportation

C. National Traffic Safety Board

D. American Highway Commission

B. Department of Transportation

Which Canadian authority establishes the requirements for locensing of drivers?

A. Transport Canada

B. Canadian Transit Authority

C. Department of Transportation

D. Canadian Highway Department

A. Transport Canada

T/F: Fire Apparatus DOs are responsible for safely transporting firefighters, apparatus and equipment to and from the scene of an emergency of other call for service.

True

T/F: NFPA 1002 requires any DO who will be responsible for operating a fire pump to also meet the requirements of NFPA 1001 for Firefighter II.

False: NFPA 1002 requires any DO who will be responsible for operating a fire pump to also meet the requirements of NFPA 1001 for Firefighter I.

T/F: NFPA 1582 recommends rejecting any firefighter candidate who has a hearing loss of 20 decibels of more at frequencies of 500-1000-2000 Hz in the unaided better ear.

False: NFPA 1582 recommends rejecting any firefighter candidate who has a hearing loss of 40 decibels of more at frequencies of 500-1000-2000 Hz in the unaided better ear.

T/F: Promotion to DO is frequently based on a required minimum time of service with the department, written and performance tests, or a combination of service and tests.

True

T/F: Ignorance of driving laws and regulations are a common defense if they are broken.

False: Ignorance of driving lwas and regulations are not defense if they are broken.