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Technical Reading and Recall Flashcards

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  1. A standard operating procedure states: 'Upon arrival, the incident commander shall establish command, conduct a size-up, and transmit an initial report within 90 seconds.' What is the time limit for transmitting the initial report?

    Answer: 90 seconds

    The SOP specifies the initial report must be transmitted within 90 seconds of arrival.

  2. A fire department manual states that ladders must be inspected after each use, monthly, and annually. Which of the following inspection schedules is NOT mentioned?

    Answer: Weekly

    The manual specifies inspections after each use, monthly, and annually — weekly is not mentioned.

  3. According to a safety bulletin: 'Personnel entering an IDLH atmosphere must use SCBA, maintain buddy system contact, and carry a personal alert safety system (PASS) device.' How many requirements are stated?

    Answer: Three

    The bulletin lists three requirements: SCBA use, buddy system contact, and carrying a PASS device.

  4. A hose specification reads: '2½-inch attack line — rated for 400 PSI service pressure, tested at 600 PSI.' The test pressure is how much higher than the service pressure?

    Answer: 200 PSI

    600 PSI (test) minus 400 PSI (service) equals a difference of 200 PSI.

  5. A policy document states firefighters must complete recertification every two years, with a written exam and a practical skills evaluation. Which component is NOT required for recertification?

    Answer: Physical fitness test

    The policy specifies a written exam and practical skills evaluation — a physical fitness test is not mentioned.

  6. A technical manual states: 'The thermal imaging camera battery provides approximately 2.5 hours of continuous operation and should be recharged when the indicator shows below 25%.' At what indicator level should recharging begin?

    Answer: 25%

    The manual specifies recharging should begin when the battery indicator shows below 25%.

  7. An apparatus specification document lists the following pump capacities: 1,500 GPM at 150 PSI, 70% capacity at 200 PSI, and 50% capacity at 250 PSI. What is the rated capacity at 150 PSI?

    Answer: 1,500 GPM

    The specification explicitly states the pump is rated at 1,500 GPM at 150 PSI.