Fire Officer Interview Questions And Answers

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Fire Safety Job Interview Questions and Answers

1 :: What is the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order?

The Fire Safety Order came into force on October 1st 2006 and replaced the Fire Precautions Act 1971 and the Fire Precautions (Workplace) Regulations. It is now the primary fire safety legislation. The Order affects all non-domestic premises and even applies to certain activities taking place outdoors. The Fire Safety Order places the emphasis towards risk reduction and fire prevention.

2 :: Tell me how often should we change the battery in a smoke detector?

The Division of Fire Safety recommends the battery in smoke detectors be changed twice a year, once in the spring and once in the fall. At a minimum, smoke detector batteries should be replaced annually. Detectors should also be checked monthly to be sure the audible alarm is operating properly.

3 :: Tell me should we have a fire extinguisher in a home and what type should we purchase?

The Division of Fire Safety recommends you keep at least one fire extinguisher in your home, preferably one extinguisher per level. A fire extinguisher should be placed in your kitchen near cooking appliances in case of emergencies. An extinguisher should also be available in the garage area or where mechanical rooms (furnace, water heater, electrical panel) are located.

4 :: Tell me does the Division of Fire Safety recommend the use of carbon monoxide detectors in a home?

Yes, if your home has any gas-fired or wood burning appliances (cooking stove, heating appliance, water heater, fireplace, etc.) or has an attached garage, then a carbon monoxide detector is needed. Generally, the carbon monoxide detector should be installed in a central location so occupants can hear the audible alarm. Carbon monoxide detectors should NOT be installed inside a furnace or mechanical room.

5 :: Suppose I have successfully completed a course and received my course completion certificate. When can I take the state certification written examination?

The Division of Fire Safety establishes regional testing dates and locations throughout Missouri. Please refer to our testing and course calendar for dates and locations.

6 :: Tell me how long after successfully completing a course do we have to take the State Certification Exam?

You must complete the certification process within one year of the course completion date. You will be required to retake the course if you want to become certified and have failed to meet the one year requirement.

7 :: Tell me do I have to successfully complete a course and pass the State Certification tests for Hazardous Materials Awareness or Operations before I can be certified at the Fire Fighter I and II level?

Yes. In order to be certified to the Fire Fighter I and II 1001-current standard you must have documentation that you have successfully completed the Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations courses and then passed the appropriate State Certification Exams for both.

8 :: Tell me after my Fire Fighter I and II classes are complete, can my instructor then administer the state written examination?

No. All Division of Fire Safety State Certification written exams must be administered or proctored by a Division of Fire Safety staff member.

9 :: Tell us what are my options for testing if I am unable to attend the regional scheduled certification exam or require a retest?

If you are unable to take the exam on the scheduled region date/location or need to retest, you may test at any of the regional testing dates or at the Division of Fire Safety, located in Jefferson City, every third Saturday of the month. Deadline dates for these Saturday exam dates can be found on the testing and course calendar.

10 :: Do we have to test within our region?

No. You may test at any location throughout the state. Just remember to submit your application and required documentation by the due date listed on the testing and course calendar.

11 :: Tell me how long after I have taken the written State Certification Exam will I receive my results?

The Division of Fire Safety will score all exams and students will be notified by letter or certificate accordingly within 30 days of the exam.

12 :: Suppose if I call the division can I get my written certification exam results?

No. Certification test scores are not released to any individual, instructor, fire chief, agency or organization, and they are not retained in the individual's file. A letter of notification of pass/fail status is forwarded to each student completing the exam at his or her home address.

13 :: Suppose if I dont pass the state exam, how long do I have before retesting?

A student failing the exam may retest 14 days after receiving notification of failure. Visit the testing and course calendar for test dates and locations or contact the Division of Fire Safety offices. Also, if a student does not retest within one year of the course completion date, his or her records will be deemed inactive.

14 :: Tell me how long do I have to submit my completed Fire Officer practical skills book?

Two months. Failure to do so will result in automatic failure.

15 :: Tell me if I do not pass a practical skills examination, can I retake it?

This differs slightly for each certification level. Please refer to the appropriate certification booklet for clear examination requirements.

16 :: Suppose if I am a certified Fire Investigator, Fire Inspector, or Fire Service Instructor do I need to re-certify to keep my certification current?

Yes. Please refer to the certification booklets found in each certification level on the training unit homepage for recertification requirements.

17 :: Suppose I am a certified Fire Investigator, Fire Inspector or Fire Service Instructor and have not received my renewal notice. Why?

Most of the time it is because you have moved and we were not notified of your new address. It is important that you update your information with the Division of Fire Safety so that you are properly notified when your recertification is due. Failure to do so may result in expiration of that level.

18 :: Tell me what courses are you accepting for the Rescue Technician certification process?

The only classes currently approved for the certification process are offered by the University of Missouri, Fire and Rescue Training Institute.

19 :: Tell me from what sources are the state certification exam questions generated?

Each certification level uses different reference material for the generation of the test questions. Please refer to each certification booklet for references used.

20 :: Suppose I have misplaced my State Certificate(s). Can I get a copy?

No. We do not issue replacement certificates for any level. Once the original State Certificate is issued, we cannot reproduce a certificate. While we will not replace certificates, we can issue an official verification letter on our letterhead stating the levels for which you have been certified.

21 :: Tell me who can request services of the Division of Fire Safetys Investigations Unit?

Services can only be requested by representatives of law enforcement and fire service agencies. Citizens or representatives of the insurance industry cannot request investigative services.

22 :: Tell me are investigations conducted by the Division of Fire Safety the same as investigations conducted by an insurance investigator?

No, although these types of investigations are similar in nature and often parallel each other, investigations conducted by the Division of Fire Safety are completely separate from investigations conducted by insurance investigators on behalf of an insurance company.

23 :: Tell me what is the statute violation for burning a vehicle?

Knowingly burning, which is when a person knowingly damages property of another by starting a fire, is a Class D felony.

24 :: Tell me when can a person be charged with negligent burning?

When they start a fire with criminal negligence (should have been aware of the risk) that causes damage to property of another.

25 :: Tell me when can a person be charged with reckless burning?

When they recklessly (was aware of a substantial and unjustifiable risk) damage or destroy a building or inhabitable structure of another by starting a fire.