Exam Overview

• Post Name: Fireman Trainee
• Department: Fire and Rescue Services
• Paper Code: 192/2015
• Date of Examination: 10-10-2015
• Conducting Authority: Kerala Public Service Commission
• Exam Mode: Offline (OMR-based)
• Total Questions: 100
• Total Marks: 100
• Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
• Negative Marking: 0.33 marks deducted for each incorrect answer

Exam Pattern & Syllabus

The Fireman Trainee Exam consisted of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) covering General Knowledge, Current Affairs, General Science, Mental Ability, English, Regional Language, and Subject-Specific Topics related to Fire and Rescue Operations, Disaster Management, and First Aid.

1. General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• Important National & International Events
• Indian & Kerala History (Freedom Struggles, Social Reformers)
• Geography of India & Kerala
• Indian Polity & Constitution
• Economic & Social Development Policies
• Science & Technology Advancements
• Current Affairs related to Kerala, India, and the world

2. General Science

• Basics of Physics, Chemistry, and Biology
• Applications of Science in daily life
• Environmental Science and Sustainability Concepts

3. Mental Ability & Numerical Skills

• Basic Arithmetic (Percentages, Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Time & Distance)
• Logical Reasoning & Analytical Ability
• Number & Letter Series
• Data Interpretation

4. General English

• Grammar & Sentence Correction (Tenses, Articles, Prepositions, Voice, etc.)
• Synonyms & Antonyms
• Idioms & Phrases
• Comprehension & Passage Interpretation
• Error Spotting

5. Regional Language (Malayalam/Tamil/Kannada)

• Basic Grammar & Vocabulary
• Sentence Formation
• Translation & Meaning-Based Questions

6. Subject-Specific Knowledge (Fire and Rescue Services)

This section tested candidates on fundamental concepts of firefighting, safety procedures, first aid, and disaster management.

Firefighting Techniques & Safety

• Basic Fire Chemistry – Causes, Fire Triangle, and Combustion Process
• Fire Prevention & Protection Methods
• Types of Fire Extinguishers & Their Uses
• Classification of Fires (A, B, C, D, K Classes)
• Fire Suppression Techniques & Equipment

Rescue Operations & Emergency Management

• Search & Rescue Operations in Fire and Natural Disasters
• Handling Hazardous Materials & Toxic Substances
• Evacuation Procedures & Crowd Management
• Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

First Aid & Medical Emergencies

• Basic First Aid Procedures & CPR
• Handling Burn Victims & Smoke Inhalation Cases
• Wound Dressing & Fracture Management
• Handling Poisoning & Electric Shock Cases

Disaster Management & Civil Defence

• Types of Disasters – Natural & Man-Made
• Disaster Preparedness & Risk Reduction Strategies
• Incident Command System & Emergency Response Teams
• Laws & Regulations Related to Fire Safety & Disaster Management

Mechanical & Physical Aptitude

• Basic Knowledge of Fire Engines, Pumps, and Hydraulics
• Tools & Equipment Used in Firefighting
• Understanding Pressure, Force, and Mechanical Principles
• Fitness & Endurance Training for Firefighters

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