Befo Take Home Test 2a Study Guide Graded A+

Firefighters should avoid _______ in order to prevent grinding dirt and debris into ropes. A. Walking on rope B. Exposing rope to rust C. Exposing rope to sustained loads D. allowing rope to come into contact with chemicals {Ans: A. Walking on rope}Which type of fire hydrants are designed for use in climates that have freezing temperatures? A. Dry-barrel hydrant B. Wet-barrel hydrant C. Cold-weather hydrant D. Warm-weather hydrant {Ans: A. Dry-barrel hydrant}All hydrants must be opened and closed ___ to prevent damage. A. Slowly B. Quickly C. Partially D. At least twice {Ans: A. Slowly}What type of portable fire extinguisher is discharged in the form of gas and works on Class B and Class C fires? A. Clean agent B. Pump-type water C. Carbon dioxide (CO2) D. Wet chemical stored-pressure {Ans: C. Carbon dioxide (CO2)}What type of damage must be recorded in the rope log because it cannot be detected by inspections? A. Exposure to direct flame B. Sustained load incidents C. Impact load incidents D. Exposure to chemical vapors {Ans: C. Impact load incidents}Which of the following BEST describes a single, or straight, ladder? A. Base section with one or more fly sections,