Explain the four methods foam uses to extinguish fire

What will be an ideal response?


Smothering — Prevents air and flammable vapors from combining
Separating — Intervenes between fuel and fire
Cooling — Lowers temperature of fuel and adjacent surfaces
Suppressing — Prevents release of flammable vapors

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In many jurisdictions, political leaders expect the fire department to resemble the diversity of the community. Which of the following statements is the most correct?

A. This statement is true. B. This statement is false. C. It makes no difference to most politicians. D. This is not legal. Hint: Review page 109 of Fire Service Personnel Management, 3rd Edition.

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In an EMS system, the first assessment of the call and the patient's condition is most often made by the:

A) Emergency Medical Responder B) Emergency Medical Dispatcher C) Emergency Physician D) Emergency Medical Technician

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The turbinates in the nose whirl air around to increase warming, humidifying and filtering the air.

a. true b. false

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