What are some sources of incident information?

Landowners, Rangers, Current / historical use of the land, Forecasts, Maps

What does the perimeter of a wildfire refer to?

The boundary or outer edge of the area affected by the fire

What is a role of the commoners' fire parties in a wildfire incident in Dartmoor National Park?

Collaborating with Fire Service personnel

Where do ground fires usually burn?

In organic matter below the ground surface

Which of the following is a control measure for the entrapment of people and vehicles (isolated by fire at wildfires)?

Clearly define access, egress, and escape routes

Secondary fires that ignite outside the main fire's perimeter

What is the head of a fire?

The foremost or leading edge of the fire's perimeter

Secondary fires that ignite outside the main fire's perimeter

What does a National Wildfire Tactical Advisor need to tour the incident for?

To gain a good understanding of fuels, topography, and local knowledge

What can map reading skills help crews with in a wildfire incident?

Identify: fire locations, rates of spread, team locations, escape routes

What should you do in the event of a burnover in an open area?

Find the lowest point available, such as a ditch or hollow, and get in.

What are beaters used for in direct attack?

To disrupt the fire triangle and move flames away from the fuel

When is it recommended to attempt a head attack?

On a low and moderate intensity fire with flame length less than 2.5m

What is the unpredictability of ground fires returning to the surface a hazard to?

Personnel, vehicles, and members of the public

What are safety zones?

Established areas where personnel can remain 4x+ the flame length from fire

What are escape routes?

Pre-planned routes used in emergencies to take personnel away from danger

What should firefighters wear and use when engaging in a head attack?

Full PPE and BA and ensure a reliable water supply is available

What is the dew point?

The time of day when the temperature drops to a relative humidity of 100%

How does aspect affect fire behavior?

South-facing slopes tend to be hotter with lower humidity and drier fuel

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1
What are some sources of incident information?
Sundstrom mask, Flash hood, Debris gloves, Chemical gloves
There are no sources of incident information
Landowners, Rangers, Current / historical use of the land, Forecasts, Maps
Lightweight PPE, Structural PPE, Firefighting gloves, BA
2
What does the perimeter of a wildfire refer to?
The area where the fire is fully contained
The area where the fire is spreading the fastest
The area where the fire first ignited
The boundary or outer edge of the area affected by the fire
3
What is a role of the commoners' fire parties in a wildfire incident in Dartmoor National Park?
Assuming overall control and authority
Collaborating with Fire Service personnel
Coordinating the call-out system
Providing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
4
What impact do fire breaks have on fire behaviour?
Reduce the length of flames
Create more fuel for burning
Have no impact on flames
Increase the length of flames
5
Where do ground fires usually burn?
In the upper canopy of vegetation
Outside the main fire perimeter
Above ground level
In organic matter below the ground surface
6
At wildfires LACES is a key factor in ensuring the safety of personnel. E in LACES stands for
Emergency Procedures
Egress
Entry
Escape Routes
7
Which of the following human actions can ignite a wildfire?
Discarded cigarettes
Vehicle emissions
Rainwater runoff
Tree falling
8
Which of the following is a control measure for the entrapment of people and vehicles (isolated by fire at wildfires)?
Implement effective cordon controls
Monitor personnel exposed to extremes of temperature
Clearly define access, egress, and escape routes
Notify air traffic control
9
What are spot fires?
Fires that occur in parking spots
Fires that occur in specific spots on the landscape
Secondary fires that ignite outside the main fire's perimeter
Fires that occur in spots with high fuel density
10
At wildfires LACES is a key factor in ensuring the safety of personnel. L in LACES stands for
Lookouts
Landscapes
Looking good
Land
11
At wildfires LACES is a key factor in ensuring the safety of personnel. C in LACES stands for
Communications
Carcinogens
Catalyst
Canopy
12
What is the head of a fire?
The foremost or leading edge of the fire's perimeter
The area where the fire is spreading the fastest
The area where the fire first ignited
The area where the fire is the least intense
13
What are spot fires?
Secondary fires that ignite outside the main fire's perimeter
Fires that occur in spots with high fuel density
Fires that occur in specific spots on the landscape
Fires that occur in parking spots
14
What does a National Wildfire Tactical Advisor need to tour the incident for?
To report to Command Support
To gain a good understanding of fuels, topography, and local knowledge
To hold regular meetings with the Command Team
To start making fire breaks
15
Looking at the grid below what is the 6 figure grid reference for the red spot
186444
185443
444186
443443
16
What can map reading skills help crews with in a wildfire incident?
Predict the weather, forecast future incidents and control wind direction
Identify: fire locations, rates of spread, team locations, escape routes
Build shelters, start campfires, and roast marshmallows
None of the above
17
At wildfires LACES is a key factor in ensuring the safety of personnel. S in LACES stands for
Safe Systems of Work
Spotters
Secure Area
Safety Zones
18
What's this tactic called, personnel start at a secure anchor point and move from the tail of the fire, up one side?
Flank Attack
Direct Attack
Pinch Attack
Indirect Attack
19
What should you do in the event of a burnover in an open area?
Consider requesting appropriate facilities for the welfare of personnel
Find the lowest point available, such as a ditch or hollow, and get in.
If you are trapped, seek refuge under a vehicle
Communicate the presence of animals and hazards to all stakeholders
20
What are beaters used for in direct attack?
To strengthen control lines
To disrupt the fire triangle and move flames away from the fuel
To create a secure anchor point
To extinguish the fire using water
21
At wildfires LACES is a key factor in ensuring the safety of personnel. A in LACES stands for
Awareness
Accelerants
Act
Access
22
When is it recommended to attempt a head attack?
None of the above
On a high and extreme intensity fire with a flame length more than 2.5m
On a low and moderate intensity fire with flame length less than 2.5m
On any type of fire regardless of intensity
23
What is the unpredictability of ground fires returning to the surface a hazard to?
Control lines
Flying brands or firebrands
Personnel, vehicles, and members of the public
Shrubs or trees
24
What can be utilised to create a fuel break?
Heavily grazed vegetation
Rivers and/or roads
An area sheltered from the wind
Tracks and rides that have been mown
25
What are safety zones?
Linear gaps in vegetation that can be natural or man-made
Locations on the landscape that act as barriers to prevent the fire spread
Established areas where personnel can remain 4x+ the flame length from fire
Pre-planned routes to be used in an emergency situation
26
What should you do when parking at a wildfire incident?
Face your exit
Park far from main roads
Park close to the fire
Park in a crowded area
27
What are escape routes?
Pre-planned routes used in emergencies to take personnel away from danger
Essential elements used to manage and control fires
Landscape locations that act as barriers to prevent the spread of fires
Linear gaps in vegetation that can be natural or man-made
28
What should firefighters wear and use when engaging in a head attack?
Only full PPE is required
No special equipment is required
Only BA (Breathing Apparatus) is required
Full PPE and BA and ensure a reliable water supply is available
29
What is the dew point?
The time of day when the temperature drops to a relative humidity of 100%
The time of day when the temperature is constant
The time of day when the temperature is at its lowest
The time of day when the temperature is at its highest
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How does aspect affect fire behavior?
South-facing slopes tend to be hotter with lower humidity and drier fuel
Aspect has no effect on fire behaviour
North-facing slopes tend to be hotter with lower humidity and drier fuel
Aspect only affects the time of day when fires occur

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