OCFA Wildland Practice Exam

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What is the function of a fire shelter and when should it be deployed?

A fixed shelter used for group rest stops.

A temporary tent for staging equipment.

A flotation device for water rescue.

A portable protective shelter used as a last resort when trapped by fire; deploy with proper procedure and cover exposed skin.

Fire shelters provide a portable protective barrier that shields a firefighter from extreme radiant heat when escape isn’t possible. They are designed to be used only as a last resort when trapped by a fire, not for routine shelter or rest. Deploy with proper procedure and cover exposed skin so as much of the body as possible is protected from radiant heat and smoke. Once in place, stay under the shelter until the heat event passes and you’re able to move to safety.