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Studies have shown that wildland firefighters require how many calories per day?

Firefighting operations can require the same kind of short-term physical demands as what other profession?

You are in a room that has a large amount of household furniture. What would be the easiest process to use for overhaul in this situation?

Name the hose lay where the supply hose is pulled from the hose bed on the attack engine and anchored near the water source, usually the hydrant.

The fire is out and the crew members are beginning to pick up equipment. You are directed to take down a 1¾-in. attack line. You don’t have spanner wrenches on you. What is another method for uncoupling the hose by yourself?

Under which circumstance can a ladder be repaired and not be tested before going back into service?

Which of these describes the situation when there is a large number of occupants, and they are conscious and located in a safe area with adequate protection?

Which of these options is true in regard to the priority for search and rescue operations in multi-story buildings? 1. Search and rescue operations should begin on the floor below the fire. 2. Search and rescue operations should be conducted closest to the fire area. 3. Search and rescue operations should be conducted in areas of the flow path.

Which of these is accomplished by using a fog nozzle placed 2 to 4 ft from an open window on the inside of the structure to remove hot gases and smoke?

After breaching a wall for emergency escape, you notice there are several wire and utility hazards that create a smaller area of escape. Which technique would you use in this scenario?