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1
If tactical communications fail, crews revert to: (Pg.16)
Simplex channels
Digital mode
Backup mobile radio
Satellite link
2
What occurs during a portable radio swap? (Pg.10)
Frequency change
New software installation
Battery replacement only
Update of radio aliases
3
How do you cancel an emergency call? (Pg.40)
Remove the battery
Press and hold EAB until long beep
Switch off the radio
Change the channel
4
What indicates a successful transmission on a mobile radio? (Pg.46)
Red XMIT indicator steady
Green battery light
Flashing keypad
Silent tone
5
What happens if an EAB is unacknowledged? (Pg.39)
Channel switches to backup
No further action
Radio resets automatically
Dispatch notifies Incident Command
6
Where should the RSM be positioned for non-SCBA users? (Pg.35)
On the shoulder
Next to the ear
At arm's length
1-2 inches from mouth
7
Proper radio etiquette requires: (Pg.47)
Using clear and brief messages
Using slang for brevity
Avoiding confirmations
Speaking loudly at all times
8
Four bars on the RSSI indicate: (Pg.27)
Poor signal
Excellent signal
Moderate signal
No signal
9
Where is the mobile radio typically located? (Pg.3)
At Dispatch
In a fire station
Inside fire apparatus
On personal belt
10
In dispatch failure, which backup channels are used? (Pg.16)
C-10/C-11
E-13/F-13
A-1/B-1
D-7/D-8
11
What does "5 x 5" indicate in radio checks? (Pg.19)
Signal interference
Excellent clarity and volume
Low battery
Poor clarity
12
What is the function of the RSM's programmable button? (Pg.21)
Battery check
Signal scan
Volume control
Zone Toggle
13
What unique identifier is on portable radios? (Pg.9)
QR code
Model Number
4-digit code
6-digit number
14
What defines a talk group in CFD radios? (Pg.5)
Call sign
Channel frequency
Battery level
Zone paired with a channel
15
Which model is used for CFD portable radios? (Pg.20)
Hytera PD782
Kenwood TK-123
Motorola APX 6000 XE
Motorola XTS 5000
16
When should portable radio batteries be changed? (Pg.32)
At the start of each shift
Monthly
Every hour
Weekly
17
Which agency handles 911 dispatch for CFD? (Pg.3)
Dispatch Canada
Calgary 911
CEMA
Integrated Dispatch
18
An out-of-range tone signifies: (Pg.41)
Full signal strength
Radio within range
Low battery
Out of trunking range
19
How do you re-attach the RSM? (Pg.24)
Restart the radio
Just push it back
Insert the hook and screw the knob
Replace the antenna
20
What does DRRD stand for? (Pg.9)
Digital Radio Relay Device
Dynamic Radio Registration Data
Dispatch Registered Radio Database
Direct Response Radio Directory
21
What's the first step in detaching the RSM? (Pg.24)
Turn off the radio
Push the base up
Unscrew the knob
Remove the battery
22
Why is accurate radio transmission critical for fire crews? (Pg.1)
It minimizes miscommunication.
It ensures rapid dispatch.
It maintains clear emergency links.
It improves equipment longevity.
23
How is an EAB user identified by Dispatch? (Pg.39)
By battery level
Through DRRD seat position
Through GPS coordinates
Via video call
24
How is the scan feature activated? (Pg.28)
Through the display menu
By pressing the scan button
Using the left arrow
Via voice command
25
What is the purpose of tower sites? (Pg.3)
Broadcast messages
Monitor weather
Store radios
Aid duplex communications
26
Portable radios are primarily carried by which personnel? (Pg.3)
Firefighters
Paramedics
Dispatchers
Engineers
27
Who is responsible for portable radio issues? (Pg.10)
Dispatchers
Technicians
District Chiefs
Firefighters
28
Which menu option shows battery status? (Pg.28)
Zone
Batt
Scan
Info
29
DVRS repeaters merge which channels? (Pg.3)
Mobile and portable
Dispatch and technical
Utility and training
Tactical and simplex
30
How many zones does the CFD radio system have? (Pg.3)
4
10
8
6
31
How many radios are assigned per engine? (Pg.10)
3
5
6
4
32
What is the policy on riding between apparatus? (Pg.10)
Allowed for senior staff
Strictly prohibited
Optional for training
Allowed with permission
33
What is the MDT used for? (Pg.11)
Map reading only
Wireless dispatch communication
Video conferencing
Battery charging
34
What is the function of the keypad lock? (Pg.30)
To monitor signal
To disable PTT
To change channels
To secure settings
35
Which feature contributes to the radio's durability? (Pg.20)
Built-in GPS
Colorful display
Voice amplification
Plastic outer housing
36
What solution is recommended for cleaning radios? (Pg.34)
1% bleach
0.5% dish detergent
Soap water
Alcohol mix
37
Why is portable radio accountability critical? (Pg.9)
For emergency response
For cost tracking
For inventory management
For radio repairs
38
Which channels have EAB monitoring by Dispatch? (Pg.5)
D1-D9
A7-A8
E9-E11
F1-F9
39
What does a tower scan do? (Pg.26)
Scans for available towers
Updates software
Monitors battery
Changes radio frequency
40
How do you change from tactical to simplex channels? (Pg.31)
Restart the radio
Use the antenna
Activate EAB
Press the Zone Toggle
41
What role does DVRS play in mobile radios? (Pg.13)
Enhances battery life
Links mobile and tactical channels
Monitors signal clarity
Controls volume settings
42
What is the primary purpose of the Emergency Activation Button? (Pg.37)
To signal a non-emergency
To lock the keypad
To switch channels
To declare an emergency
43
What must crews do if communications cannot be re-established? (Pg.16-17)
Exit the structure
Increase transmission power
Stay and wait
Switch to digital mode
44
How do mobile radios typically power on? (Pg.45)
Automatically via Master Switch
Through remote app
Using voice command
Manually press the power button
45
What is the purpose of channel isolation? (Pg.7)
Increase radio range
Lower battery usage
Limit radio traffic
Enhance signal clarity
46
What characterizes duplex radio communications? (Pg.4)
Same frequency for TX/RX
Operates without towers
Different TX/RX frequencies
Only used in emergencies
47
Which type of radio is used for vehicles? (Pg.4)
Portable Radio
Mobile Radio
DVRS
Base Station
48
Simplex radio communications use: (Pg.4)
Separate frequencies
Same frequency for transmit and receive
Satellite links
Internet connection
49
How is channel selection performed on mobile radios? (Pg.45)
Via voice activation
Through USB connection
By remote control
Using navigation toggles
50
Simplex channels use which voice announcements? (Pg.5)
Female
None
Robot
Male
51
Why is proper radio training essential? (Pg.35)
To reduce equipment cost
To improve communication quality
To shorten response time
To increase battery life
52
What is the primary function of the RSM? (Pg.21)
Control battery usage
Display signal strength
Enhance audio clarity
Store user data
53
How is the phonetic alphabet used in communications? (Pg.50)
To boost signal
For system diagnostics
For entertainment
To avoid confusion
54
How is an apparatus swap communicated? (Pg.13)
By email notification
By texting Dispatch
By calling Dispatch on zone channel
Via radio silence
55
On simplex channels without DVRS, EAB activation: (Pg.38)
Boosts audio volume
Does not interrupt transmission
Changes voice announcement
Sends hot mic alert
56
Mobile radio accountability requires: (Pg.13)
Changing radio batteries daily
Replacing antennas monthly
Updating radio info after swaps
Upgrading software weekly
57
During a daily inspection, what should be checked? (Pg.34)
Antenna clipping
Radio labeling
Software updates
GPS signal
58
Which mobile radio model is used on frontline apparatus? (Pg.43)
Motorola ASTRO XTL 5000
Kenwood TK-5000
Motorola APX 6000 XE
Hytera MD-600
59
What does the RSSI display indicate? (Pg.26)
Software version
Battery life
Signal strength
Channel number
60
Which factor can cause low voice volume in radio transmissions? (Pg.36)
RSM being too far
Using the correct microphone
Correct RSM positioning
High battery charge
61
Which element is part of the CFD radio system? (Pg.3)
Handheld Pager
Portable Radio
Walkie Talkie
Satellite Phone
62
Which color alert signals an emergency? (Pg.29)
Green
Blue
Orange
Purple
63
Which channel types are duplex? (Pg.4-5)
Simplex and tactical
Tactical and utility
Simplex and training
Utility and simplex
64
What battery type does the APX 6000XE use? (Pg.32)
Alkaline
Lead acid
NiMH
Lithium-ion
65
On tactical channels, what does EAB activation do? (Pg.37)
Silences the channel
Boosts signal strength
Interrupts other transmissions
Changes channel frequency
66
Which color indicates high visibility for the RSM? (Pg.21)
Yellow
Red
Bright green
Blue
67
Which info is paired in the MDT sign-on? (Pg.11)
Firmware version
Radio serial and battery
User ID and radio ID
Channel and zone
68
Utility channels are mainly used for: (Pg.5)
Rescue operations
Inspections and training
Fire emergencies
Mayday calls
69
Signing radios into MDT aids in: (Pg.11)
Extending battery life
Updating radio firmware
Changing frequencies
Identifying EAB users
70
How is the RSM detached from the radio? (Pg.24)
Unscrew the knob counter-clockwise
Pull the antenna
Press the knob clockwise
Slide the clip off
71
Which function adjusts mobile radio display brightness? (Pg.45)
Volume control
Channel select
Dimmer button
Keypad lock
72
How many channels are in each CFD zone? (Pg.3)
8
16
20
12
73
How should a malfunctioning battery be handled? (Pg.32)
Discarded immediately
Ignored
Reused on another radio
Tagged and sent for repair
74
What does intelligent lighting do? (Pg.29)
Changes backlight temporarily
Tunes channels
Adjusts volume automatically
Monitors battery
75
DVRS can allow simplex channels to: (Pg.6)
Operate without batteries
Connect to dispatch
Switch to training mode
Disable talk groups
76
During weekly inspections, what is checked on the mobile radio? (Pg.46)
User training
Software updates
General condition and cables
Channel encryption
77
How high can the RSM cable withstand heat? (Pg.21)
300°F
500°F
600°F
400°F
78
Training channels are assigned for: (Pg.5)
Operational emergencies
In-station training
Station testing
Public announcements
79
What does the 3-Zone Toggle switch do? (Pg.30)
Initiates EAB
Alters volume
Changes radio battery
Switches between zones
80
Duplex channels use which voice announcements? (Pg.5)
No announcements
Robot
Male
Female
81
What is the first step in a radio signal test? (Pg.19)
Change channels
Call Dispatch
Check battery level
Restart the radio
82
The alert tone prefaces: (Pg.40)
Routine updates
Critical messages
Channel changes
Battery warnings
83
For SCBA, where should the RSM be placed? (Pg.35)
On top of the helmet
On the chest
In front of the facepiece port
At the back
84
How many types of critical messages are defined? (Pg.40)
Three
Two
Four
Five
85
Radio systems exist to coordinate emergency responses. (Pg.2)
For non-critical info
For recreational use
To enhance public safety
To entertain crews
86
What indicates a radio is out of range? (Pg.15)
No signal tone
Strong battery
Red display
Clear audio
87
What does EAB activation display on MDT? (Pg.11)
Signal strength
User's 6-digit radio ID
Time of call
Battery alert
88
Which tone signals "SITE TRUNKING"? (Pg.15)
Fast beeping
Medium-pitched tones
High-pitched tone
Low battery chirp
89
What tone indicates a busy channel? (Pg.41)
Single low tone
Time-out tone
Busy tone
High pitch chirp
