Firefighting Trivia

1. Firefighting may seem crazy or dangerous, exciting or a service to humankind. Regardless of why it appeals as a career, you must meet which objective criteria?

From Quiz Only the Brave

Answer: Age

Age is a no-exceptions criteria for a firefighter. You must be at least 18, and no more than 28-35, depending on the department. For those in the age range, subjective criteria are also considered. Say you have a problem in your driving history, bad credit or you've made some mistakes in your past. Be open and honest about it in an interview. They run a criminal, background and even social media check on you anyway. If you can show you've worked to change past problems, they are just like "Liberty Mutual" car insurance--They won't hold a grudge over one mistake. If you are underage, try the "junior firefighters". For the brave past the age limit there are volunteer opportunities.

From Quiz Firefighting Equipment and Terminology

Answer: A fire truck.

The fire truck is the vehicle designed primarily to carry ladders and tools. Rescue equipment would also be stored in this vehicle.

From Quiz Volunteer Firefighting #1

Answer: Jaws of life

The jaws of life have saved countless lives. They are powered by hydraulics.

From Quiz Firefighting Equipment and Terminology

Answer: Rescue extrication tool

The Hurst tool is often referred to by the trademark name 'Jaws of Life', This hydraulic powered tool is used by emergency personnel for the extrication of persons who may be trapped in vehicles, or require rescue from small places. This tool is used to cut and spread metal.

From Quiz Volunteer Firefighting #2

Answer: Thermal Imaging Camera

Considering that everything around us gives off some kind of heat, and considering that it is made up of long wavelength infrared radiation, which is invisible to the human eye, thermal imaging converts this heat or radiation to a visible light picture that we can see. A thermal camera has a sensor that converts infrared radiation into a visible light picture. As long wavelength infrared radiation passes effortlessly through even the densest smoke and darkness, converting this into a visible picture enables vision where this is not normally possible. The camera does not need visible light to operate so the pictures you get are the same whether in light or total darkness. Thermal imaging cameras therefore have many uses, from firefighting, detecting the seat and spread of a fire to survey work, and search and rescue.

From Quiz Firefighting Equipment and Terminology

Answer: A firefighting fixed wing aircraft.

The term 'super scooper' specifically refers to the Canadian CL-415 Bombardier Aircraft, a fixed wing, propeller driven, twin-engine aircraft designed specifically for firefighting. The aircraft can carry up to 3,170 gallons (12,000 liters) of water, and is capable of performing precision water drops over fire areas. To replenish its water supply, the aircraft, a giant sea plane, can either land on water, or skim over a water source (lake, river, etc.) and scoop water, filling its tanks in less than 30 seconds. Using a "scoop and drop" method, this aircraft is capable of dropping 28,000 gallons of water per hour, on a blaze. This massive aircraft is three stories tall, 65 feet long, and has a wingspan of 94 feet. The Super Scooper is not commonly used in the United States due to the lack of suitable water sources. In Southern California, the County of Los Angeles annually leases two CL-415 aircraft from the Province of Quebec during the fire season.

From Quiz Firefighting Equipment and Terminology

Answer: To stand by for rescue of firefighters inside structures.

A fire department FAST team (Firefighter Assist and Search Team) is comprised of firefighters assigned to stand by for the specific purpose of the rescue of firefighters who may become trapped inside of a burning structure. These firefighters often have specialized training for their job assignment. At the scene of a fire, FAST team members cannot be used for firefighting duties unless a new crew is assigned to take their place. In some fire departments, the FAST team is referred to as the RIC (Rapid Intervention Crew)

From Quiz Volunteer Firefighting #1

Answer: White

The color of helmets helps firefighters know who is in charge.

From Quiz Only the Brave

Answer: Station cleaning chores

There is a special life for firefighters, including long shifts living at the fire station, with repeated cleaning of the engines and living spaces as well as making meals and doing dishes at work. There may be lots of time on edge just waiting; and long hours battling a fire. It's "hurry up and wait". You may just sit down to lunch or drift into much-needed sleep when the call comes in. Sometimes you won't see your family for a while. Once called, whether hungry or tired, you must rapidly and accurately assess risk, understand the complexities of every unique fire, work in all types of weather, and interact with terrified people and animals. Perhaps the most difficult downside is this: sometime you will fail to save someone. Your friends may be injured or die. You will feel psychological stress. There will be a toll on your family. And you better be good with a dishrag and a mop. These are some reasons that only the brave take on this job.

From Quiz Firefighting Equipment and Terminology

Answer: A pressurized fire hose ready for use.

A charged hose is a hose ready for immediate use. After a hose has been attached to a water source (hydrant or engine) and pressurized, it is them available for use in direct firefighting.

From Quiz Volunteer Firefighting #2

Answer: Crib the vehicle

Cribbing the vehicle is very important; use blocks of wood or other materials to stabilize the vehicle.

From Quiz Firefighting Equipment and Terminology

Answer: A fire vehicle that can serve as both an engine and a truck.

The "quint" truck is a firefighting vehicle designed to do the job of both an engine and a truck. The term quint, meaning 'five', refers to the fact that the vehicle can perform five of the major functions of fire apparatus. The Quint truck has the capability of 1) carrying water hoses, 2) carrying water tanks, 3) being able to pump water, 4) carries both ground and aerial ladders, and 5) carries an assortment of firefighting and rescue equipment.

From Quiz Volunteer Firefighting #2

Answer: Make sure the area is clear of debris and obstacles

When I served in the United States Navy, we had to do fod walkdowns. Fod means foreign objects and debris. It is very important to remove all foreign matter so it does not get into the engines of the aircraft.

From Quiz Firefighting Equipment and Terminology

Answer: A long truck with a telescoping ladder.

The tiller truck is a long ladder truck with a metal ladder that can expand (similar to a telescope) to reach up to 100 feet (ten stories). The tiller truck has two drivers, and two steering wheels. The driver in the rear of the truck perched in a movable compartment atop to long ladder, controls the rear wheels of the truck, allowing the vehicle to more easily negotiate around corners.

From Quiz Firefighting Equipment and Terminology

Answer: An emergency warning device worn by firefighters.

The pass device is worn by all firefighters, and is designed to locate firefighters in trouble. The device if often attached to each firefighters personal self contain breathing apparatus (SCBA). The device senses if the firefighter has remained motionless for a short period of time. It may also sense if a firefighter has been exposed to a rapid rise in temperature, as may occur when a burning building collapses. A piercing alarm is sounded under any of the conditions for which the device is designed to detect.

From Quiz Volunteer Firefighting #1

Answer: Get out of the building

If you hear the horns get out as quickly and safely as you can, because the structure is collapsing.

From Quiz Only the Brave

Answer: Hotshots

On June 28, 2013 lightning started a fire in Arizona. It was 101 degrees (38 C) and the land was dry. Strong winds pushed the fire across 2,000 acres (810 ha), where on June 30th it quickly overran and killed 19 Granite Mountain Hotshots, a special forces firefighting crew. The 2017 movie "Only the Brave" tells their story. By July 1st over 400 firefighters held the line, as the fire grew to 8,300 acres (3,400 ha). The September 11, 2001 attacks killed 343 firefighters, with many more dying of related conditions in following years. There are real dangers to firefighting. Yet there are also delightful and fun duties, like rescuing a kitten, lifting up the grateful from a home fall, teaching fire safety, and riding in community parades. Are you the next courageous firefighter?

From Quiz Firefighting Equipment and Terminology

Answer: A style of building.

The taxpayer is the fire service name for a small structure that has a business on the lower floor and a residence on the second level. This would also include a second floor residence that has been converted into an office. Taxpayers are often located in the older downtown sections of cities.

From Quiz Volunteer Firefighting #2

Answer: Get orders from the incident commander.

You must always get orders from the I.C. (incident commander). If you don't follow command, someone could get hurt or die. Plus there will be less damage to the structure.

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