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CAL FIRE FAE EXAM NEWEST 2025 ACTUAL EXAM
COMPLETE 150 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS)
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When is a fire curtain/blanket used? - ANSWER-When taking shelter in a vehicle/dozer they can be used along the windows to block radiant heat from entering the cab.
How far away should you stand from a helicopter?What PPE should always be worn when approaching a helicopter?Where should you never stand? - ANSWER-- 100 ft.
- gloves and goggles
- never stand directly in front, and only approach once contact
and permission from the pilot is given
What should you do when you find downed powerlines at a scene? - ANSWER-let your supervisor and coworkers know
(T/F) It is sometimes acceptable to make individual actions/decisions? - ANSWER-FALSE 1 / 3
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Where is the safest area in a wildland fire? - ANSWER-the black, but always be aware of the possibility of reburn.
How many days must an out-of-county bag be good for? -
ANSWER-7
What items should be brought inside of a fire shelter? Which should be discarded before deployment? - ANSWER-Bring a radio, water, PPE. Don't bring tools, backpack, or other items that will get in the way or slow you down.
How much area should be cleared for a shelter? - ANSWER-4x8
What are the 2 main health concerns with burn injuries? - ANSWER-hypothermia and infection
What is the CALFIRE policy for burn treatment of an employee? - ANSWER-immediately cool the burn with the cleanest water available. Never report names over the radio.
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What type of burn is the most dangerous? - ANSWER- inhalation burns from hot gas
What time of day should you expect upslope and downslope winds? - ANSWER-upslope during the day, downslope at night.
Know the different parts of a wildland fire. - ANSWER-- Head
- Heel/Rear
- Finger
- Island
- Origin
- Flank
- Spot Fire
- Perimeter
What does LCES stand for and why should it always be considered? - ANSWER-Lookouts, Communication, Escape Routes, Safety Zones Remembering these things will help you avoid entrapment.
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