Question 1

Which of the following methods would MOST often be used for protecting contents in a fire incident?

Accepted Answer

A)   Gathered and placed in an adjacent structure
B)   Gathered and placed outside and covered with minimal salvage covers
C)   Gathered into large piles to be covered with one large salvage cover
D)   Gathered into compact piles to be covered with minimal salvage covers

Question 2

Pulling open areas around burned windows or doors during fire overhaul to expose inner parts of the frame or casing is done to:

Accepted Answer

A)   feel for heat.
B)   visually verify full extinguishment.
C)   listen for the cracking/popping of fire burning.
D)   look for discoloration of materials or peeling paint.

Question 3

Depending on the size and organization of a fire department, salvage operations are generally assigned to which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)   Arson investigation companies
B)   Smoke management companies
C)   Engine companies that carry hand tools and buckets
D)   Ladder companies and specially designed salvage or overhaul companies

Question 4

Wiping off water left on cabinets or other horizontal surfaces with paper towels during loss control is done to:

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A)   guard against potential loss.
B)   guard against mold and mildew.
C)   keep the contents of the structure clean.
D)   match the requirements of the preincident plan.

Question 5

All firefighting personnel should continue to use self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)  until:

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A)   the fire behavior has been determined.
B)   the fire has been completely extinguished.
C)   air monitoring confirms SCBAs can be safely removed.
D)   atmosphere has been determined toxic below 5 percent.

Question 6

A catchall may be temporary to control large amounts of water until chutes are constructed:

Accepted Answer

A)   on all floors.
B)   to route water outside.
C)   to route water to a water vacuum.
D)   on the lowest floor of the fire incident structure.

Question 7

Which of the following may occur when covers for water chutes and catchalls are limited during loss control?

Accepted Answer

A)   Water must be less than 500 gallons total
B)   Water must be clean and free of any debris
C)   Water must be routed to the floor to be removed later
D)   Water must be sent directly down the closest storm drain

Question 8

Who is responsible for the authorization of when overhaul procedures should begin once the fire incident is under control?

Accepted Answer

A)   Salvage Operations Team
B)   Overhaul Operations Team
C)   Fire Protection Engineers and inspection staff members
D)   Incident Commander and individual responsible for fire investigation

Question 9

If there are any discrepancies between a thermal imager (TI)  and the signs of a fire in a concealed place, which of the following should be done?

Accepted Answer

A)   Thermal imager batteries should be checked and replaced
B)   Thermal imager should be serviced by licensed technician
C)   Concealed space should be opened up and inspected visually
D)   Concealed space should be flooded with water followed by inspection

Question 10

Which of the following may damage merchandise on lower floors after the fire is controlled in a commercial building?

Accepted Answer

A)   Salvage covers put in place
B)   Dewatering devices with two pumps
C)   Airflow from ventilation fans on floors
D)   Flow of water from an open sprinkler

Question 11

Which of the following is the most common method used for two- firefighter deployment of large salvage covers?

Accepted Answer

A)   Primary
B)   Secondary
C)   Floating throw
D)   Balloon throw

Question 12

What should be done with large smoldering items during overhaul procedures after a fire incident?

Accepted Answer

A)   Drenched with hose streams
B)   Moved to the center of the room involved
C)   Placed directly under an overhead sprinkler
D)   Taken outside of the structure for thorough extinguishment

Question 13

Firefighters will typically begin overhaul in areas:

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A)   of most severe fire involvement.
B)   of least severe fire involvement.
C)   that are the most easily accessible.
D)   containing the most valuable items.

Question 14

Which of the following is the first consideration to make before beginning the overhaul procedures after a fire incident?

Accepted Answer

A)   Safety
B)   Overhaul plan
C)   Preincident plan
D)   Weather conditions

Question 15

When performing salvage operations, firefighters:

Accepted Answer

A)   require a specific collection of tools.
B)   assess biological monitoring results.
C)   can use whatever tools are easily available.
D)   should use materials and equipment in the structure.

Question 16

Special preincident plans for loss control are developed:

Accepted Answer

A)   solely by property owners.
B)   by the Incident Commander on scene.
C)   for all items covered under insurance at the property.
D)   for high value items especially susceptible to water and smoke damage.

Question 17

When and how built-in fire suppression systems are to be supported for loss control are identified in the:

Accepted Answer

A)   preincident plan.
B)   overhaul process.
C)   primary damage evaluation.
D)   secondary damage evaluation.

Question 18

Backpack-type water vacuum tanks normally have a capacity of:

Accepted Answer

A)   1 to 3 gallons (4 L to 11 L) .
B)   4 to 5 gallons (15 L to 20 L) .
C)   6 to 10 gallons (23 L to 38 L) .
D)   10 to 15 gallons (38 L to 57 L) .

Question 19

Which of the following gives a parachute effect to float a salvage cover into place over the article to be covered during loss control?

Accepted Answer

A)   Warm air
B)   Heated air
C)   Pocketed air
D)   Smoke and hot air

Question 20

Damage resulting from fire suppression activities is referred to as:

Accepted Answer

A)   limited damage.
B)   primary damage.
C)   overhaul damage.
D)   secondary damage.

Exam 18: Loss Control

Which of the following is the first consideration to make before beginning the overhaul procedures after a fire incident?

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Which of the following is the most common method used for two- firefighter deployment of large salvage covers?

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Backpack-type water vacuum tanks normally have a capacity of:

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Pulling open areas around burned windows or doors during fire overhaul to expose inner parts of the frame or casing is done to:

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Which of the following may occur when covers for water chutes and catchalls are limited during loss control?

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Who is responsible for the authorization of when overhaul procedures should begin once the fire incident is under control?

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If there are any discrepancies between a thermal imager (TI) and the signs of a fire in a concealed place, which of the following should be done?

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When and how built-in fire suppression systems are to be supported for loss control are identified in the:

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Damage resulting from fire suppression activities is referred to as:

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When performing salvage operations, firefighters:

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What should be done with large smoldering items during overhaul procedures after a fire incident?

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Which of the following may damage merchandise on lower floors after the fire is controlled in a commercial building?

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Firefighters will typically begin overhaul in areas:

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Which of the following methods would MOST often be used for protecting contents in a fire incident?

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Wiping off water left on cabinets or other horizontal surfaces with paper towels during loss control is done to:

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Special preincident plans for loss control are developed:

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Depending on the size and organization of a fire department, salvage operations are generally assigned to which of the following?

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All firefighting personnel should continue to use self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) until:

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Which of the following gives a parachute effect to float a salvage cover into place over the article to be covered during loss control?

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A catchall may be temporary to control large amounts of water until chutes are constructed:

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