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Firefighting Ch. 21
Wildland and Ground Cover Fires
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| The Wildland fire triangle consists of fuel, oxygen, and: | heat |
| ________ fuels and light fuels include dried vegetation such as twigs, leaves, needles, grass, moss, and light brush. | Fine |
| Bush less than 6 feet (2 meters) above the ground is classified as what type of fuel? | Surface fuel |
| In wildland ground fires, which of the following is rarely an important variable in the ignition or spread of the fire? | Oxygen |
| The two most critical aspects of weather the influence a wildland fire are moisture and: | wind |
| An unburned area between a finger and the main body of the fire, and a dangerous place for firefighters. is called a(n): | |
| Fire attacks should always start from a(n): | anchor point |
| Of the following attack methods, which requires only one team of fire fighters? | Flanking attack |
| Before attacking a wildland fire, fire fighters should ensure that lookouts, communications, escape routes, and _______(LCES) are in place. | Safety zones |
| One of the most important lifesaving pieces of equipment for wildland and ground fire fighters is the: | fire shelter. |