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You are beginning your attack on a vehicle fire. Where should the first water be applied from?

Under which agency does the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) operate?

NFPA 1550 is the standard for what topic?

You attempted to shut down the water to the home with the valve inside the home but were unable to. What can be done to stop the water flow?

You attempted to shut down the water to the home with the valve inside the home but were unable to. What can be done to stop the water flow?

You are working to reload the supply hose on the apparatus. There is no set standard within your department for the type of load. Your officer indicates to use the simplest load for the hose. What type of load are you going to complete?

You have been assigned to the ventilation group. It was determined that vertical ventilation is necessary. You put up a ground ladder and roof ladder. You have your chain saw with you on the roof, a charged hose line is ready, you have a pike pole, pick-head ax, and Halligan. What else should be in place for your team’s safety?

You are searching an area within a residential structure. During the search process you notice stairways, doors, and windows. Why should you remain aware of these items?

Which knot can be used to join rope to a chain or cable?

You are beginning your attack on a vehicle fire. Where should the first water be applied from?