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Which of the following statements about handling ladders is MOST accurate?


A) A firefighter should relocate a positioned ladder only when ordered to do so.
B) Ladders should never carry a load greater than one firefighter every 20 feet (6 m) .
C) Ladder stability should be checked during training by climbing several rungs and shifting left and right.
D) Firefighters should never secure themselves to a ladder; they must be able to quickly retreat while working.

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The lowest, widest section of an extension ladder is called the:


A) halyard.
B) fly section.
C) truss block.
D) bed section.

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What is the function of a ladder belt?


A) Secure a ladder to an outside rack on an apparatus.
B) Support weight of large, heavy ladders during carries.
C) Prevent a raised ladder from moving away from a building.
D) Safely secure firefighter to a ladder while performing work.

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Which of the following BEST describes a method for supporting the weight of an unconscious victim?


A) Victim's body rests on rescuer's supporting knee
B) Victim's body secured to rescuer with ladder belt
C) Victim's legs placed between ladder rungs, weight supported on victim's thighs
D) Victim placed in full-body harness and life-safety rope held by rescuer at tip of ladder

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Which of the following BEST illustrates a safety guideline for handling ladders?


A) Ladders may not be raised within 35 feet (11 m) of electrical wires or equipment.
B) Firefighters should wear a full body harness and safety line when training on ladders.
C) Firefighters should minimize training on ladders to reduce the chance of personal injury.
D) Ladders should never be tied to structures or any other object that may restrict their movement.

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Which of the following statements about ladder placement is MOST accurate?


A) Ladders should be placed to the side of openings including doors, and paths of travel.
B) Strong points in building construction should not be considered when placing ladders.
C) The Incident Commander designates the exact spot where the ladder butt should be placed.
D) The ladder butt should be placed as close as possible to the building to keep paths of travel clear.

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Factors to consider when deciding where to place a ladder include:


A) the structural features of the building.
B) the estimated time required for the task.
C) the number of firefighters who will likely use the ladder.
D) the distance the ladder will be carried from the apparatus.

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Which of the following BEST describes the way to carry a roof ladder when using an extension ladder to access the roof?


A) Shoulder the roof ladder 3-4 rungs from the tip while on the ground, then climb the extension ladder to the roof.
B) Climb the extension ladder to the roof, then have another firefighter pass the roof ladder up from the ground.
C) Climb the extension ladder, shoulder the roof ladder 3-4 rungs from the tip, and carry the rest of the way to deploy on the roof pitch.
D) Lift and slide the roof ladder onto the roof from the ground, then climb the extension ladder to deploy the roof ladder.

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Which of the following describes the BEST placement of a ladder to be used for entry or rescue from a window?


A) Ladder tip slightly below sill, or wedged under sill lip
B) Ladder directly in front of window, tip even with top of window
C) Ladder alongside window on windward side, tip even with top of window
D) Ladder directly in front of window, tip extended 3-5 rungs above the roof line

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Which of the following BEST describes the method used by a firefighter heeling from outside the ladder?


A) Slide leg over and behind a rung, rest weight on thigh.
B) Chock butt end with one foot, grasp beams, and press ladder against building.
C) Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, grasp beams at eye level, and pull backward.
D) Place foot on bottom rung, grasp halyard, and rest weight against halyard rope.

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Which of the following statements about ladder raises is MOST accurate?


A) All ladders must be raised by two or more firefighters.
B) Ladders may be raised parallel to the building and pivoted after they are in the vertical position.
C) The firefighter at the tip of the ladder is responsible for giving commands during the raise.
D) Two firefighters may raise a ladder using either the flat raise method or the heel raise method.

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NFPA 1932 contains requirements for:


A) ground ladder technique, training, and practice.
B) ground ladder carrying, placement, and raising.
C) ladder use, care, maintenance and service testing.
D) ladder design, construction, and testing specifications.

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Which of the following statements about inspecting ladder elements is MOST accurate?


A) Wood ladders should be inspected for cracked welds.
B) Discoloration of fiberglass ladders could indicate heat exposure.
C) Ladder shoes should be smooth, with rounded or mitered edges.
D) An extension ladder halyard cable should be slack when the ladder is in the bedded
Position.

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Pumper apparatus are required by NFPA 1901 to carry one folding ladder, one roof ladder, and:


A) one single ladder.
B) one extension ladder.
C) two extension ladders.
D) one combination ladder.

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Which of the following statements about ladder inspection is MOST accurate?


A) Ladders must be service tested after each use, and once each month.
B) Ladders that cannot be repaired must be destroyed or scrapped for parts.
C) Ladders must be inspected by a trained and certified ladder technician.
D) NFPA 1932 requires ladders be inspected after each use, and once each week.

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Which of the following BEST describes a situation where a raised ground ladder may be shifted?


A) Fire personnel are ceasing operations and leaving the scene.
B) The ladder needs to be moved a short distance to align with a window.
C) The ladder was raised with the fly the incorrect position for deployment.
D) The Incident Commander has ordered the ladder be relocated on the opposite side of the building.

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Which of the following statements about tying the extension ladder halyard is MOST accurate?


A) The halyard should be tied using a figure-eight on a bight.
B) The halyard should be tied to prevent the fly from slipping.
C) The halyard should be tied before resting the ladder against the structure.
D) The halyard should be tied differently for closed- and for open-ended halyards.

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Which of the following statements about ladder maintenance is MOST accurate?


A) Ladders should be painted as needed, at least annually.
B) Routine ladder maintenance may be performed by firefighters.
C) Routine ladder maintenance requires a trained ladder repair technician.
D) Fire service ladders are moisture-resistant, and can be safely stored in damp locations.

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How should the fly section be positioned in relation to the structure on an extension ladder?


A) The Incident Commander on the scene will determine the fly position.
B) Most metal and fiberglass ladders are designed to be used with the fly in, toward the structure.
C) Most metal and fiberglass ladders are designed to be used with the fly out, away from the structure.
D) Wooden ladders with rungs mounted in the top truss rail are intended to be used with the fly out, away from the structure.

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NFPA 1931 requires that single, roof combination and extension ladders must support a maximum load of:


A) 200 lbs. (91 kg)
B) 300 lbs. (136 kg)
C) 600 lbs. (272 kg)
D) 750 lbs. (340 kg)

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