McGraw-Hill Education Firefighter Exam by Spadafora, Ronald R. -- Read -- Imperial Library of Trantor

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Cover Title Page Copyright Page Contents Part I: Being and Becoming a Firefighter

1. Being a Firefighter

Firefighters in the Public Sector

• Trainee Programs for Firefighters • Traditional Roles and Duties of Firefighters • Working Environment for Firefighters • Risks Involved in Firefighting • Organization and Rank (Promotional) System in Public Fire Departments • Compensation (Pay and Benefits) • Nontraditional Roles for Firefighters

Firefighters in the Private Sector

• Industrial Fire Brigades • Hellfighters • Wildland Firefighting Companies

2. Becoming a Firefighter

Requirements to Become a Firefighter Learning About the Job How to Apply to Become a Firefighter

• Obtain and Complete an Application • Provide a Résumé, Cover Letter, and References • Obtain a Notice of Examination • Apply for Special Considerations, if Applicable

Examinations Required

• Written Examination • Oral Interview • Psychological Test • Physical Ability Tests • Medical Examination • Video-Based Tests

Obtaining Test Results and Listing Information

Part II: Preparing for The Oral Interview and Psychological and Physical Ability Tests

3. Preparing for the Oral Interview

Formulating an Interview Strategy Typical Questions Asked by Interviewers Practicing for the Interview The Day of the Interview Do’s and Don’ts

4. The Psychological Test

Occupational Personality

• The MMPI-2

The Polygraph Personality Traits and Characteristics Personality Background Information Review Questions Answer Key

5. Preparing for the Physical Ability Test

Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) Events

• Event 1: Stair Climb • Event 2: Hose Drag • Event 3: Equipment Carry • Event 4: Ladder Raise and Extension • Event 5: Forcible Entry • Event 6: Search • Event 7: Rescue • Event 8: Ceiling Breach and Pull

Preparing for the CPAT

• Flexibility • Cardiopulmonary Stamina • Muscular Strength and Endurance Circuit Programs • Nutrition

Part III: Review for The Written Examination

6. Reading Comprehension

General Tips on Improving Reading Comprehension Specific Techniques to Improve Reading Comprehension Practice Reading Passages

• Reading Passage 1 • Reading Passage 2 • Reading Passage 3 • Reading Passage 4 • Reading Passage 5 • Reading Passage 6 • Reading Passage 7

Answer Key

7. Mathematics

Terminology (the Language of Mathematics) Mathematical Symbols and Corresponding Common Phrases Order of Operations (Evaluating Expressions) Odd and Even Numbers Signed Numbers

• Absolute Value of a Number • Adding Negative Numbers • Subtracting Negative Numbers • Multiplying and Dividing Signed Numbers

Prime Numbers Fractions

• Equivalent Fractions • Reducing Fractions • Comparing Fractions • Adding and Subtracting Fractions • Multiplying and Dividing Fractions

Mixed Numbers Decimals

• Converting Decimals into Fractions • Converting Decimals into Mixed Numbers • Converting Fractions and Mixed Numbers into Decimals • Rounding Off Decimals • Adding and Subtracting Decimals • Multiplying and Dividing Decimals

Percentage

• Converting Decimals to Percent and Vice Versa • Converting Fractions and Mixed Numbers to Percent and Vice Versa • Percent Problems—Finding the Part, Whole, or Percent • Percent Problems—Increase and Decrease

Ratio and Proportion Probability, Combinations, and the Counting Principle

• Probability • Combinations and the Counting Principle

Arithmetic Sequences Exponents

• Multiplying Numbers with Exponents • Dividing Numbers with Exponents

Square Roots and Radicals Inequalities Algebra—An Introduction to Variables

• Negative Variables • Addition and Subtraction of Fractions with Variables • Multiplication of Fractions with Variables • Division of Fractions with Variables

Monomials and Polynomials Factoring

• FOIL Method of Expanding Expressions Under the Distributive Law

Computation Problems (Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division) Temperature Scale Conversion Problems Mixture Problem Consecutive Integer Problem Sum of Two Numbers Problem Average Problems Age Problem Work Problems Distance, Rate, and Time Problems Coin Problem Hourly Wage Problem Percent Problems Investment Problems Probability Problems Counting Principle Problem Ratio Problems Proportion Problems Geometry—Basic Terminology Angles

• Types of Angles • Pairs of Angles

Relationships Between Lines Geometric Shapes and Their Measurement

• A One-Dimensional Figure—Circle • Two-Dimensional Figures—Polygons • Three-Dimensional Figures

Review Questions Answer Key

8. Charts, Tables, Graphs, and Diagrams

Pie Charts Review Questions Tables Review Questions Graphs Review Questions Venn Diagrams Review Questions Answer Key

9. Fire Science Basics

Fire Heat (Thermal Energy) Fuel (Combustible Matter)

• Solids • Liquids • Gases

Oxidizer Chemical Chain Reaction Heat and Temperature

• Heat Units • Temperature Units

Heat Transfer

• Conduction • Convection • Radiation • Direct Flame Contact

Phases of Fire

• Incipient (Growth) Phase • Free-Burning (Fully Developed) Phase • Smoldering (Decay) Phase

Classification of Fire

• Class A Fires • Class B Fires • Class C Fires • Class D Fires • Class K Fires

Extinguishing Agents

• Water • Foam • Carbon Dioxide • Dry Chemicals • Wet Chemicals • Clean Agents • Dry Powder

Labeling and Rating of Portable Fire Extinguishers Review Questions Answer Key

10. Principles of Mechanics

Physical Science Definitions and Formulas Simple Machines—Definition and Uses

• What Is Mechanical Advantage? • How to Calculate Mechanical Advantage

Types of Simple Machines and Their Mechanical Advantage

• The Inclined Plane • The Wedge • The Screw • The Lever • The Wheel and Axle • The Pulley • Gear and Belt Drive Systems

Review Questions Answer Key

11. Tools of the Trade

Basic Home Tools

• Hand Tools • Power Tools • Measuring Tools

Firefighting Tools

• Engine Company Tools • Ladder Company Tools • Forcible Entry Tools • Ventilation Equipment • Salvage Equipment • Safety Equipment and Clothing • Miscellaneous Firefighting Tools • Specialty Tools • Wildland Firefighting Tools and Equipment

Review Questions Answer Key

12. Deductive and Inductive Reasoning

Deductive Reasoning Examples of Deductive Arguments Inductive Reasoning Examples of Inductive Arguments Review Questions Answer Key

13. Memory and Visualization

Memorization Questions Visualization Questions Examples of Memorization Questions Examples of Visualization Questions Answer Key

14. On-the-Job Scenarios

General Tips on Answering Scenario-Type Questions

• Best Practices to Follow • Answers to Avoid

Review Questions Answer Key

15. Fire History Chronology 16. Emergency Medical Care

Medical Directional Communication Initial Patient Assessment

• Vital Signs • Patient Responsiveness

Patient Care

• Airway • Breathing • Circulation

Emergency Medical Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) Emergency Removal Techniques

• Rolls • Drags • Carries • Transport Equipment

Common Injuries, Illnesses, Symptoms, and Treatment Review Questions Answer Key

Part IV: Practice Examinations

Practice Exam I Practice Exam II Practice Exam III Practice Exam IV Practice Exam V Appendix A: Informational Resources for Careers in Firefighting Appendix B: Glossary of Firefighting Terms

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