EPA mock test

Question 1

When working in chemical protective clothing, working durations are managed to take account of heat build up within the suit. What is the typical working duration limited to?

Answer 1

20 Mins

Question 2

You attend a reported CBRN incident and you are one of the first crews on scene. You are reminded to use the ‘Step 1,2,3’ safety trigger guide. What best describes a ‘Step 2’ trigger?

Answer 2

Two people incapacitated with no obvious reason.

Question 3

What is the recommended maximum voltage for electrical glove use?

Answer 3

3.3kv

Question 4

What classification of fire involves flammable gases such as methane, propane or natural gas?

Answer 4

Class C

Question 5

During an incident as part of a breathing apparatus (BA) search crew, you are required to work in a confined space area. Which one of the following factors is an identified risk associated with firefighters working in a confined space?

Answer 5

Hyperthermia (elevated body temperature)

Question 6

When working at height, what personal protective equipment would be used to prevent a fall?

Answer 6

Work restraint system

Question 7

You have been asked by your Watch Officer to familiarise yourself on hydrology hazards that may be encountered on a water rescue incident. Which of the following is not a recognised hazard?

Answer 7

Laminar flow

Question 8

You are at a small factory fire when, as a crew, you discover an oxygen cylinder which is close, but not yet involved in the fire. What is the best course of action?

Answer 8

Remove cylinder to a place of safety

Question 9

Which of the following environmental protection equipment is best suited for containing a chemical spillage from its source?

Answer 9

Clay sealing putty

Question 10

Tactical flow rate is best defined as:

Answer 10

The target flow for a primary attack hose line or lines

Question 11

What is the advantage of using a B.A.R.I.E interface set in BA operations?

Answer 11

it is suitable for use in a flammable atmosphere

Question 12

At a multi agency incident, what colour tabard would identify the Fire Service Incident Commander?

Answer 12

White

Question 13

Your ability to interpret smoke, including its volume and velocity can be useful predictive information. At an incident you observe sudden reversal of smoke issuing from an opening, causing smoke to head back into the building. What does this indicate?

Answer 13

The fire is rapidly developing and in need of more oxygen (impending flashover or backdraught), or a gusting wind-driven fire event is occurring.

Question 14

When pumping water to a branch that is situated 10 meters higher than the pump outlet, what pressure would be lost due to the increase in height?

Answer 14

1 Bar

Question 15

When there are contractors working in the fire station, what does the health & safety at work Act 1974 (Section3) require of the Fire Service and operational firefighter?

Answer 15

Safeguard the contractor from being affected by on-site activities.

Question 16

What are the principles of JESIP?

Answer 16

Co locate, communicate, Coordinate, Joint understanding of risk, Shared situational awareness

Question 17

The Civil Contingencies Act lists responders subject to its provisions, splitting local responders into two categories. Which of the following would you identify as a Category 2 responder?

Answer 17

Highways Agency

Question 18

During an incident you are aware “Tactical ventilation” is being used as a firefighting strategy. Your watch Officer explains to you that two basic techniques that may be considered. One of these is “vertical ventilation”. Which option names the other?

Answer 18

Horizontal

Question 19

The Civil contingencies Act lists responders subject to its provisions, splitting local responders into two categories. Which of the following would you identify as a Category 2 responder?

Answer 19

Highways Agency