Firefighting Tools and Equipment Review

What is an adjustable wrench used for?

• To cut through metal objects

• To saw through wood

• To adjust the size of the opening to fit different bolts

• To break glass

Which tool is specifically designed for cutting curves in wood?

• Chainsaw

• Reciprocating saw

• Hacksaw

• Coping saw

What is the primary function of a battering ram?

• To saw through wood

• To cut through metal

• To tighten bolts

• To force doors and breach walls

Which tool is used to operate the valves on a hydrant?

• Pipe wrench

• Hydrant wrench

• Box-end wrench

• Open-end wrench

What is the main use of a ceiling hook?

• To tighten bolts

• To probe ceilings and pull down plaster lath material

• To cut through metal

• To saw through wood

Which tool is a combination of a Halligan tool and a flat-head axe?

• Irons

• Clemens hook

• Hux bar

• Kelly tool

What is the purpose of a thermal imager device?

• To cut through metal

• To detect differences in temperature based on infrared energy

• To tighten bolts

• To saw through wood

Which tool is used to remove lock cylinders from structural doors?

• Clemens hook

• Shove knife

• Rabbit tool

• K tool

What is the function of a spanner wrench?

• To break glass

• To saw through wood

• To cut through metal

• To couple or uncouple hose connections

Which tool is used for dragging or lifting heavy objects using pulleys and cables?

• Crowbar

• Battering ram

• Hydraulic spreader

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