A/O Questions

Question 1

According to the MOPS Volume I 1/3-80.30, what are the primary duties of an Apparatus Operator?

Answer 1

A. Driving and maintaining assigned apparatus; operating aerial ladders and small capacity pumps; if apparatus is not used, assisting in other fire fighting duties.
B. Preventive maintenance on apparatus and equipment; instructing other members in the theory and operation of apparatus; fire prevention activities; assisting in maintenance of quarters and equipment

Question 2

According to Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, LCES, the Department recognized that there are 3 additional direct causes of firefighter injury or death in the wildland and added these to LCES. The
3 additional considerations are:

Answer 2

Location, Communications, and Safety Equipment

Question 3

According to the MOPS Volume 1, what sets forth the policies and procedures of the Department as directed by the Fire Chief?

Answer 3

Manual of Operation

Question 4

According to Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, the “EVACUATION SIGNAL” will consist of repeated short blasts of the air horn for a period
no longer than 10 seconds, followed by 10 seconds of silence. This sequence of air horn blasts for 10 seconds followed by a 10-second period of silence will be done __ times; total air horn evacuation signal including periods of silence will last __ seconds.

Answer 4

3; 50

Question 5

According to the MOPS Volume I 0/3-10.40, For The maintenance of the Library, members from which sections/bureaus will maintain information posted to the Intranet and placed in the Library?

Answer 5

Administrative Services Bureau
Management Information Section
Planning Section

Question 6

According to the MOPS Volume 1, 0/3-55.03, Official Notices shall be retained ______, at which point they may be removed from view on the Intranet.

Answer 6

until usefulness has passed

Question 6

According to the MOPS Volume 1,0/3-17.01, who sets forth the rules and regulations governing members of the LAFD?

Answer 6

Board of Fire Commissioners

Question 7

According to the MOPS Volume 1, 0/3-51.03, Special Notices are retained on the Intranet for ______ and provide a historical journal of changes to the Library.

Answer 7

forever

Question 8

According to the MOPS Volume 1, 0/3-68.50, a Training Bulletin to all members is issued by which section and posted on the Intranet under the Training Bulletin tab?

Answer 8

In-Service Training Section

Question 9

According to the MOPS Volume 1, 1/0-04.00, what are goals #1-7 of the Department?

Answer 9

1. Deliver exceptional public safety and emergency service
2. Promote a safe, healthy, and progressive work environment that effectively manages personal and organizational risk
3. Commit to an organizational culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion.
4. Improve collaboration, participative leadership, and responsible performance management
5. Foster personal growth, professional development, and organizational succession
6. Explore, implement, and integrate technological innovations and advancements
7. Enhance community resilience, disaster recovery capabilities and environmental sustainability

Question 10

According to the MOPS Volume 1, 1/0-25.01, a civilian Board of Commissioners, consisting of __ members, each appointed for __-year terms, is the _________.

Answer 10

5;
5;
“Head of the Department”

Question 11

According to Bk #101 Rapid Intervention Company, when you are assigned RIC at an incident and in the “DEPLOYMENT MODE” (immediate rescue) the following radio channels should be monitored:

Answer 11

Rescue Channel (assigned by IC)
Emergency Channel 6 and/or Incident Tactical Channel

Question 12

According to TB 012 Automatic Sprinkler System, a junior system is a loop of copper tubing __ to __ with sprinklers ranging in size from ___ to ___

Answer 12

3/4” to 1”;
1/4” to 3/8”

Question 13

According to TB 012 Automatic Sprinkler System, junior system sprinklers are distinguished by a _____ extending beyond the center of
the deflector. (For identification purposes only.)

Answer 13

pintle

Question 14

According to the MOPS Volume 1, 0/3-50.05, the information contained in the body of any _______ shall not be used as the basis for writing test questions for promotional exams.

Answer 14

Notice

Question 15

According to the MOPS Volume 1 0/3-50.05, the information contained in attachments to Special Notices MAY form the basis for promotional
exam test questions if

Answer 15

the information has been included in the Library

Question 16

According to the MOPS Volume 1 0/3-85.01, all reports and records are standardized. Each time a report or record is required, members should assume that a special procedure is involved and refer to:

Answer 16

“Reports and Records” Category
9/0-00.00

Question 17

According to the MOPS Volume 1 0/3-60.05, where shall members wishing to post an Unofficial Notice send the text of the notice to have the notice posted to the Intranet?

Answer 17

Their respective Operations Office
Community Liaison Office
OR Planning Section

Question 18

According to TB 012 Automatic Sprinkler System, a “Junior System” is an inexpensive protection for light hazard occupancies where not over __ sprinklers are likely to operate.

Answer 18

3 or 4

Question 19

According to TB 003 Type IV Buildings-Aluminum, aluminum has a melting point of approximately ____ degrees, a temperature which can be expected in about __ minutes.

Answer 19

1300;
10

Question 20

According to TB 003 Type IV Buildings - Aluminum; Roof and Sides with corrugated sheet aluminum and laid over framework of steel pipe. What
size is the aluminum sheets?

Answer 20

26” wide x 10’ long

Question 21

According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, extremely high voltage is in excess of _____ volts.

Answer 21

60,000

Question 22

According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, what is the main fire hazard in an electrical vault?

Answer 22

Cooling oil used in transformers

Question 23

According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, how far and how high have manhole covers been blown away?

Answer 23

125’ away;
75’ high

Question 24

According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, how often does LADWP test the rubber gauntlet gloves and at how many volts?

Answer 24

Every 60 days;
10,000 V

Question 25

According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, high voltage is from ___ to _____ volts.

Answer 25

600 to 59,999

Question 26

According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, the overhead communication cables normally found on the lowest level of a power pole can be energized with up to how many volts?

Answer 26

50 V

Question 27

According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, the primary distribution lines are usually ____ in the LADWP system.

Answer 27

4.8 kv

Question 28

According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, LADWP has how many receiving stations?

Answer 28

21

Question 29

According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, high-voltage capacitors have been known to retain a deadly electrical charge for ____ after
power has been removed from the circuit?

Answer 29

weeks

Question 30

According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, the severity of injury from electrical shock depends on the amount of electrical current and the
length of time the current passes through the body. An amperage of
____ going through the body is enough to cause death?

Answer 30

1/10

Question 31

According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, LAFD policy states: Aerial ladders shall not be placed in close proximity to power lines and
electrical devices. Aerial ladders must be kept at least __ feet away from all power lines and devices

Answer 31

10

Question 32

According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, when can department members work in violation of the Aerial proximity to power lines policy
and what shall the Apparatus Operator do to provide for personnel
safety?

Answer 32

Participating in an actual rescue attempt;
A/O shall remain at the pedestal

Question 33

According to TB 021 Ladder pipe Operation, the ladder pipe hose should be loaded when the ladder pipe reaches __ degrees of elevation?

Answer 33

50

Question 34

According to BK #29 Truck Operations Manual, “Size-up (estimate of the situation) is a mental evaluation that assists in determining a course of
action and the methods necessary to accomplish a desired goal.” A size-
up consists of three operations as follows:

Answer 34

Analyze the situation
Decide on a plan (strategy)
Put the plan into operation (tactics)

Question 35

According to Bk #29 Truck Operations Manual, a single lightweight truss structural member can span ____ and may be comprised of 2 x 4’s in compression and tension to form an integral unit.

Answer 35

70’

Question 36

According to BK #29 Truck Operations Manual, what year was additional retroactive corrections made to existing buildings of unreinforced
masonry construction to prevent exterior walls from collapsing outward?

Answer 36

1971

Question 37

According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/General, apparatus should normally respond along prearranged routes which provide the most expeditious and safe response and which enables other companies to _____

Answer 37

anticipate where routes might conflict

Question 38

According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/General, all move-ups shall be __________ by MFC.

Answer 38

non-emergency unless directed emergency

Question 39

According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/General, when approaching an intersection with a green light, drivers shall
_________________.

Answer 39

be prepared to stop by removing foot from the throttle and placing it over the brake pedal

Question 40

According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/General, regardless of time of day or night, __________ shall be kept burning at all emergency responses.

Answer 40

apparatus headlights

Question 41

According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/General, what resources are dispatched to “Fire Department Needs Help”
calls?

Answer 41

1 BC
1 EMS
1 LF & Engine
1 ALS RA

Question 42

According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/General, a Task Force with 8 members shall run as:

Answer 42

Light Force or 2 Engines

Question 43

According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/General, the first officer or member to arrive at an emergency shall do what?

Answer 43

1. Assume command
2. Give MFC a brief “on scene” report and a more thorough “size-up” report as time becomes available
3. Request additional companies and equipment if needed
4. Retain command until properly relieved

Question 44

According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/General, hazardous material spills on the freeways are under the jurisdiction of

Answer 44

CHP

Question 45

According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/General, officers shall submit a F-225 report of harassment to the Commander of Arson/Counter Terrorism Section, when what occurs?

Answer 45

1. Bombardment of Department apparatus or personnel by missiles which are capable of inflicting bodily injury or damage to equipment.
2. Discharge of firearms at Department apparatus or personnel.
3. Injury to personnel or damage to apparatus as a result of any belligerent action by civilians.
4. Flagrant physical contact with, or obstruction of, members attempting to carry out their duties.

Question 46

According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/General, “Fire Department Needs Help” is used when

Answer 46

There is imminent grave danger to LAFD personnel

Question 47

According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/Large Scale, an incident which includes more companies than as defined in the First Alarm assignment and less companies than defined in a Major Emergency, is the definition of a:

Answer 47

Greater Alarm Incident

Question 48

According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/General, when practicable, emergency resources responding to a rescue call should avoid __________ .

Answer 48

sounding the siren in the immediate vicinity

Question 49

According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations, Fire Department personnel shall not contact any person who has been so treated and/or transported without first receiving specific permission, through channels, from the _____

Answer 49

AOps Chief Deputy

Question 50

According to the MOPS Volume 1 Emergency Operations/General, a Tactical Task Force is temporarily assembled for a special mission and disbanded upon completion of the mission. It will normally be comprised of:

Answer 50

3 Engines OR 1 LF/2 Engines
AND a leader (normally a CII or BC)

Question 51

According to the MOPS Volume 1 Emergency Operations/Large Scale, the LAFD incident clock is at an interval of ___ minutes.

Answer 51

10

Question 52

According to the MOPS Volume 1 Emergency Operations/Large Scale, in ICS terminology “Groups” are used when assigning a company or officer:

Answer 52

A specific function

Question 53

According to the MOPs Volume 1, Emergency Operations / General, if traveled roadway width is 20-28’, parking is permitted:

Answer 53

No parking 1 side on same side of roadway as fire hydrant

Question 54

According to the American LaFrance LTI Log Books, the ground jack spread for 2000 model years is ___, for 2001 model years is ___, and for 2002 through 2009 model years is ___.

Answer 54

2000: 16’
2001: 16’ except 60590 (14’)
2002 to 2009: 14’

Question 55

According to the 2000 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the maximum height (top of tiller cab) is:

Answer 55

11’-4”

Question 56

According to the 2000 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the extended length of the aerial ladder is:

Answer 56

94’

Question 57

According to the 2000 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the engine oil pressure normal operating range is:

Answer 57

12 - 50 psi

Question 58

According to the 2000 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the ________ is used to supply power to the aerial systems.

Answer 58

Aerial Power Switch

Question 59

According to the 2000 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the Parking Brake Control:

Answer 59

sets and releases rear axle spring brakes

Question 60

According to the 2000 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, how many forward gears in the Allison World Transmission?

Answer 60

5

Question 61

According to Book #8 - Driver Training Manual, Module #1, the driver of a responding apparatus, when notified through MFC if first company on-scene reporting “nothing showing” shall:

Answer 61

continue through non-emergency unless requested otherwise

Question 62

According to Book #8 - Driver Training Manual, Module #2, a _____________ is a flexible coupling between two shafts that permits one shaft to drive another at an angle to it. This unit is necessary to provide flexibility in the power train.

Answer 62

universal joint

Question 63

According to Book #8 - Driver Training Manual, Module #2, a live axle is:

Answer 63

one that supports part of the weight of the vehicle and also drives the wheels connected to it

Question 64

According to Book #77 Compressed Natural Gas: CNG Field Service Guide, a minimum safe zone of ___ should be established around a
CNG vehicle incident.

Answer 64

50’

Question 65

According to Book #77 Compressed Natural Gas: CNG Field Service Guide, ways to detect if there is a CNG leak are:

Answer 65

1. Odor detection
2. Sharp hissing sound
3. Icing on fuel components
4. Hand-held gas detection device

Question 66

According to Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, what are the watch-outs?

Answer 66

1. You have a working fire and your entry will be delayed
2. Multiple companies have been assigned to enter through 1 entry
3. Roof Division is being driven off as you prepare to go inside
4. Air is being drawn in rapidly in 0 visibility and the heat is banking down
5. You can hear the fire burning above you but can’t see it
6. You realize you are working underneath a mezzanine
7. You feel uncomfortable
8. Your SCBA alarm bell sounds and you still haven’t found the fire
9. You flow water for several minutes and make no progress
10. You hear the sound of roof ventilation being conducted behind you
11. You are unable to communicate with the IC, or your Division or Group Supervisor
12. You are working with unfamiliar members

Question 67

According to Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, NFPA 1500 mandates that Rapid Intervention be in place from the onset of all
emergency operations within the Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health (IDLH) atmosphere. This is initially accomplished by:

Answer 67

2 in / 2 out rule

Question 68

According to Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, while in Standby Mode the resources assigned RIC shall monitor what radio channels?

Answer 68

Rescue Tac Channel
Incident Tac Channel(s)
Command Channel
Emergency Channel 6

Question 69

According to Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, Deployment Mode may happen immediately after being assigned RIC. For this reason, all of the following are true except:

Answer 69

1. IC shall assign a Rescue Tac Channel or the RIC shall request a Rescue Tac Channel from IC. All RIC members shall then monitor and initiate communications utilizing the Rescue Tac Channel. A member of the RIC must monitor Emergency Channel 6
2. An immediate plan must be in place for your RIC to be effective
3. Companies assigned as RIC will not have the luxury of the time required gathering equipment or performing reconnaissance
4. The narrow window of survivability (Golden Time) will be in effect
5. Success may be dependent on the approximate location of the trapped member(s) being known
6. Companies must have a plan for the immediate tools needed to attempt a rescue

Question 70

According to Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, the “two in/two out” rule states that communication between the 2 member team shall be:

Answer 70

visual
physical
safety guide rope

Question 71

According to TB 020 Fuel conservation/Driving Procedures, at emergency incidents vehicles should:

Answer 71

shut down engines of apparatus engaged in manifolding operations where the pump is not needed

Question 72

According to TB 031 Polycarbonate Windows, in normal use, Lexan window material has a thickness from __ to __.

Answer 72

1/8” to 1/4”

Question 73

According to TB 031 Polycarbonate Windows, when using the rotary saw to cut lexan, ______ cut/s should be made first.

Answer 73

horizontal

Question 74

According to TB 065 Vehicle Battery Systems, how many of the 6 batteries are used for starting the apparatus?

Answer 74

5

Question 75

According to TB 065 Vehicle Battery Systems, when an apparatus is out of service for over 10 hours or the on-board battery charger cannot be plugged in, the _________ must be turned off to avoid running down the batteries.

Answer 75

radio cut off switch

Question 76

According to TB 067 Holmatro Rescue Tool, the trigger handle is of the “dead man” design which when rotated _________, causes the spreader to open.

Answer 76

clockwise

Question 77

According to TB 067 Holmatro Rescue Tool, the 4050 NCT cutters have an opening of:

Answer 77

7-1/8”

Question 78

According to TB 067 Holmatro Rescue Tool, the telescopic rams extend from:

Answer 78

the end nearest the handle

Question 79

According to TB 067 Holmatro Rescue Tool, the spreader should be stored:

Answer 79

closed until tips touch then open 1/4”

Question 80

According to TB 067 Holmatro Rescue Tool, current LAFD policy is to replace fuel in small motors every __ days with fresh fuel

Answer 80

30

Question 81

According to TB 169 Hot Stick USA AC, the ___ setting can be utilized when working around other high voltage sources such as high voltage overhead power lines.

Answer 81

low

Question 82

According to TB 170 Residential Garage Fires, after a risk analysis is performed, vertical ventilation should be:

Answer 82

the exception, not the rule

Question 83

According to DB 11-12 Apparatus Availability, when a Ready Reserve apparatus is placed out-of-service for more than ________, Station Commanders shall “Change-over” the Ready Reserve apparatus into a
Reserve apparatus.

Answer 83

8 hours

Question 84

According to DB 13-04 Dangers of Vacant/Abandoned Buildings, the following symbol “F/E” is used to designate what hazard?

Answer 84

Avoid fire escapes

Question 85

According to DB 14-04 NFPA 704 Warning Placards, if water/moisture can affect the value of the building or contents, an “LW” may be put on the placard approved by the Fire Chief. “LW” stands for:

Answer 85

Limited Water

Question 86

According to DB 14-04 NFPA 704 Warning Placards, the system identifies the hazards of a material in terms of what 3 principal categories?

Answer 86

Health
Flammability
Reactivity

Question 87

According to Book 8, what characteristics characterize an “egotist” driver?

Answer 87

1. Demanding right-of-way
2. Parking vehicle illegally
3. Cutting in too fast after passing a car
4. Making turns from an improper lane

Question 88

According to Book 8, what characteristics characterize a “show-off” driver?

Answer 88

1. Driving too fast for conditions
2. Driving more recklessly the larger their audience
3. Boasts of vehicle’s speed, power and own skill
4. Boasting of the time it takes to get to a location
5. Passing red lights and stop signs with an air of bravado
6. Passing cars at risky places and talking about their luck

Question 89

According to Book 8, what characteristics characterize an “over-emotional” driver?

Answer 89

1. Lack presence of mind in emergencies
2. Get overly nervous in unusual situations
3. Lose their temper & judgment
4. Show impatience in traffic james
5. Express anger by driving recklessly
6. Easily distracted from the main business of driving
7. Talks loud, or uses profanity

Question 90

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual , a plug cut is a small triangular piece of roof covering that is removed from the roof to expose and determine what?

Answer 90

Roof comp thickness
Sheathing type

Question 91

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, this type of cut is a light cut made with the chainsaw that is cutting through the roof covering and plywood sheathing.

Answer 91

Skim cut

Question 92

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, if the rafter type and rafter direction are unknown, this type of cut will tell you rafter type, rafter direction, the sheathing type, the thickness of roof composition and act
as a what?

Answer 92

45-degree inspection cut;
smoke indicator hole

Question 93

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, when using the dicing technique, after the chainsaw operator makes the _______, the puller can
start pulling boards.

Answer 93

3rd cut

Question 94

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, in order to make this cut, you must first know rafter type and rafter direction. Next, you must determine the location of the rafters. What is the name of this cut and how many rafters must you locate?

Answer 94

Center Rafter Louver;
3

Question 95

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, which type of ventilation cut will you start with a “skim cut”?

Answer 95

Louver off a Purlin

Question 96

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, when performing the Drop Method operation, the Truck Operations Manual says to cut how many inches inside the purlins to avoid hitting metal hangers?

Answer 96

4-6”

Question 97

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, when making a parallel cut for a Center Rafter Louver how many inches should you be “inside” the rafter?

Answer 97

2-3”

Question 98

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, a strip ventilation hole, when used in conjunction with _______, can help stop the horizontal
spread of fire.

Answer 98

offensive ventilation hole (heat hole)

Question 99

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, when making a 45-degree “inspection” cut, after the saw makes contact with a rafter, roll over the rafter and continue the cut for approximately how many inches?

Answer 99

6-10”

Question 100

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, what type of cut is an alternative to using a smoke indicator hole?

Answer 100

kerf cut

Question 101

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, when standing on a Lam-Beam and making a Louver Off a Lam-Beam cut, approximately how far should you reach out to make your first cut?

Answer 101

3-1/2 feet

Question 102

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, who is ultimately responsible for the condition of the apparatus under his command?

Answer 102

Station Commander

Question 103

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, improper use or excessive braking will cause the brakes to heat up. What is one of the worst consequences of heat due to excessive, braking?

Answer 103

Brake Fade

Question 104

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, in an air brake system, compressed air furnishes the force that applies the brakes. Depending on the type of vehicle, it will take approximately how long for the air to reach the brakes after you press the foot pedal?

Answer 104

1/4 to 1 second

Question 105

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, traveling faster than usual saves only a few seconds while increasing the chance of an accident.
Rather than driving to an incident at-an excessive speed, what is a better way to save time to an incident?

Answer 105

Know your 1st-in district and shortest/safest routes

Question 106

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, what will reduce performance and greatly increase the chance of an accident?

Answer 106

Improper tire inflation

Question 107

According to TB 060 Methanol Vehicles, all of the following are methods of extinguishing methanol fires. What is the most effective method?

Answer 107

Dry chemical extinguisher

Question 108

According to TB 060 Methanol Vehicles, the Southern California Rapid Transit District has a fleet of methanol powered buses. What kind of fire/explosion suppression system do the buses have onboard?

Answer 108

(2) 20-lb Halon 1301 cylinders with 2 discharge nozzles

Question 109

According to TB 074 Search and Rescue Procedures Utilizing A One-Inch Hose Line, if a task force is assigned to rescue a firefighter, how many teams are recommended to be set up and with how many members?

Answer 109

2 teams; 3 members each

Question 110

According to TB 108 35’ Extension Ladder Knot, to begin tying the knot you take a bight from the slack halyard and pass it under which rung to begin?

Answer 110

Head height or 1 above

Question 111

According to TB 165 Illegal Marijuana Cultivation, ballasts used to run high intensity grow lights can maintain a charge for up to how many minutes after being disconnected?

Answer 111

15 minutes

Question 112

According to TB 108 35’ Extension Ladder Knot, when tying a half hitch with the remaining halyard tail and capturing the front and rear halyard, what rung should you tie the half hitch around?

Answer 112

4th or most convenient rung

Question 113

According to TB 165 Illegal Marijuana Cultivation, what are the warning signs of an illegal marijuana operation?

Answer 113

1. Security
2. Odor
3. Condensation
4. Covered windows
5. Open windows
6. Excessive air conditioning
7. Video surveillance

Question 114

According to TB 165 Illegal Marijuana Cultivation, all members within how many feet of a fire incident that involves a structure used for illegal
marijuana cultivation shall wear full PPE and SCBA?

Answer 114

30 feet

Question 115

According to DB 15-11 Risk Management Policy and Firefighter Emergency/Mayday Procedures, the following situations require the immediate initiation of a “Mayday” call:

Answer 115

1. Separated from Crew / “Lost” (Firefighter Missing)
2. Malfunction of SCBA or activation of Low Air Alarm in IDLH and unable to reach an exit safely
3. Injured and/or Disabled (Firefighter Down)
4. Trapped, Pinned, and/or Entangled in Debris (Firefighter Trapped)
5. Any life threatening condition that cannot be resolved in 30 seconds

Question 116

According to DB 15-11 Risk Management Policy and Firefighter Emergency/Mayday Procedures, the following are examples of when to use “EMERGENCY TRAFFIC”.

Answer 116

In the event of an extraordinary hazard, or a sudden change in conditions that creates an imminent danger to personnel. Any other critical incident information that requires an immediate notification to all personnel on-scene

Question 117

According to DB 15-11 Risk Management Policy and Firefighter Emergency/Mayday Procedures, if after how many attempts, the member does not receive acknowledgement on the incident tactical channel
he/she shall activate the Emergency Alert Button (EAB) and declare the “Mayday” again verbally?

Answer 117

2 attempts

Question 118

According to DB 15-11 Risk Management Policy and Firefighter Emergency/Mayday Procedures, the following situation requires the immediate initiation of a “Mayday” call if any life threatening condition
occurs and it cannot be resolved within how many seconds?

Answer 118

30 seconds

Question 119

According to DB 15-11 Risk Management Policy and Firefighter Emergency/Mayday Procedures, what does “G-R-A-B-L-I-V-E-S” stand for?

Answer 119

Gage
Radio
Activate Pass
Control Breathing
Stay Low
Illuminate
Volume
Exit
Shield Airway

Question 120

According to DB 15-11 Risk Management Policy and Firefighter Emergency/Mayday Procedures, in a “mayday” situation and using “G-R- A-B-L-I-V-E-S” whenever possible what angle shall a member shine their flashlight at so that a rescuer may see it?

Answer 120

45

Question 121

According to DB 15-11 Risk Management Policy and Firefighter Emergency/Mayday Procedures, the Incident Commander’s standard operation at an emergency incident shall include the concept of what risk management concepts?

Answer 121

1. Activities that present a significant risk to the safety of members shall be limited to situations where there is a potential to save endangered lives
2. Activities that are routinely employed to protect property shall be recognized as inherent risks to the safety of members and actions shall be taken to reduce or avoid these risk
3. No risk to the safety of members shall be acceptable when there is no possibility to save lives or property

Question 122

According to Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, rapid intervention at a high-rise incident should involve what types of companies, at minimum?

Answer 122

1. Light Force
2. Engine
3. Squad & ALS resource

Question 123

According to DB 15-17 Responsibilities of Officers to Train and Counsel, when conducting outside drills, Officers are responsible for maintaining coverage within their respective first-in districts, as well as the company’s readiness to respond within how many seconds for EMS, and how many seconds for fire suppression or other related incidents.

Answer 123

60 seconds EMS
80 seconds fire

Question 124

According to DB 15-17 Responsibilities of Officers to Train and Counsel, in large or complex first-in districts where extended travel times may
exceed _____ when training in the most distant parts of the
district, responsible Officers shall put in place contingency plans to avoid any unduly delayed responses in their district.

Answer 124

10 or more minutes

Question 125

According to DB 15-17 Responsibilities of Officers to Train and Counsel, to ensure all companies maintain timely emergency responses during training evolutions, what may be left at training sites provided they do not compromise emergency capabilities?

Answer 125

supply lines

Question 126

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, when making Dicing cuts, what is not required for the cutter to know? What is required to know?

Answer 126

Exact location of the rafters;
Rafter type and direction

Question 127

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, when making dicing cuts what would be the first cut performed in this operation, if needed?

Answer 127

Score Cut or Head Cut

Question 128

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, the length of the dice cut is determined by what?

Answer 128

The reach of the tool being used to pull

Question 129

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, When making a center rafter louver cut against construction, the head cut is first made which direction?

Answer 129

Away from the ladder

Question 130

According to DB 15-17 Responsibilities of Officers to Train and Counsel, what is the best method for Officers to ensure that top performance is
being delivered?

Answer 130

Develop a set of clearly defined expectations

Question 131

According to DB 15-17 Responsibilities of Officers to Train and Counsel, to ensure all companies are maintain timely emergency responses during training evolutions, what may NOT be left at training sites?

Answer 131

Hand lines
Fittings
Ladders
Other tools

Question 132

According to DB 15-19 Training Request for Downtown High-Rise Buildings, All requests for entry shall be made in advance by the Station Commander. How many hours in advance shall the request be made?

Answer 132

24

Question 133

According to DB 15-19 Training Request for Downtown High-Rise Buildings, Upon arrival to the facility, the Commanding Officer should
enter through the main entrance with no more than how many members?

Answer 133

2 members

Question 134

According to DB 15-19 Training Request for Downtown High-Rise Buildings, the Company Officer shall provide the security personnel with a written roster of LAFD personnel participating and what other information?

Answer 134

Statement of intent (email or memo is sufficient)

Question 135

According to Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, at a Metro-Rail incident resources designated as RIC should be assigned to who?

Answer 135

Staging

Question 136

According to Book# 101 Rapid Intervention Company, if the RIC is deployed at a metro-rail incident, where should they deploy to and who to check in with?

Answer 136

Platform level;
check-in with “Station Division”

Question 137

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, why is it important to keep diesel powered apparatus fuel tanks full whenever possible?

Answer 137

Condensation of moisture can build up in a partially filled tank

Question 138

According to TB 165 Illegal Marijuana Cultivation, what shall the incident be transitioned to once a knock-down has been achieved and life hazard has been addressed and abated?

Answer 138

HazMat/Crime scene

Question 139

According to TB 165 Illegal Marijuana Cultivation, what shall be communicated to MFC and all resources on scene without using the incident address, if possible?

Answer 139

Illegal Marijuana Operation

Question 140

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, the first company on scene of a high rise incident shall:

Answer 140

Assume Fire Attack

Question 141

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Base is the point where ______. Base shall
be established _______

Answer 141

the primary logistical functions are coordinated and administered;
a minimum of 200’ away from the incident structure

Question 142

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, the fire attack team shall be a minimum of how many members?

Answer 142

4

Question 143

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, ___________ controls the air handling system, the initial pressurization of stairwells, and coordinates logistical support.

Answer 143

Lobby Control

Question 144

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, what is the single greatest difference between controlling an incident in a high rise structure as
opposed to an incident at ground level?

Answer 144

Lead-time necessary to get personnel and equipment in position

Question 145

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, the Staging Area Manager is subordinate to?

Answer 145

IC/Operations Section Chief

Question 146

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, during Rapid Intervention Company operations at High Rise, the RIC team may locate in
________ and report to ________.

Answer 146

Staging or the floor below;
Rapid Intervention Group Supervisor (if created)

Question 147

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, the RIC SCBA Kit includes a first stage reducer with ___ feet of intermediate pressure hose.

Answer 147

10

Question 148

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, who determines the stairwells to be used by the occupants for evacuation?

Answer 148

Evacuation Group

Question 149

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, normally helicopters should remain at least ___ from the involved building while in flight.

Answer 149

500’

Question 150

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, what are the responsibilities of Lobby Control?

Answer 150

1. Notify the IC of number of floors in the building and that elevators have been recalled
2. Maintain personnel/company accountability for all building entry & exits
3. Accessing information from the fire control room
4. Controlling vertical access of personnel to known safe routes
5. Operating elevators (when determined to be safe)
6. Controlling the air handling system
7. Pressurizing the stairwells
8. Coordinating the movement of supplies between Base and Staging

Question 151

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, if an auxiliary water supply is required, the Officer in charge of the Ground Support Unit will coordinate
and supervise this effort. Who is requested to provide a supply line to the entrance of the stairwell?

Answer 151

Base

Question 152

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, with regards to Ground Support Unit and moving equipment, normally one member is assigned
__ floor(s) to move equipment.

Answer 152

2

Question 153

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, High Rise buildings in the City of Los Angeles constructed since 1974 that are over 75’ in height will have what features?

Answer 153

1. Completely sprinklered
2. Class III combination system
3. At least 2 approved means of egress from each floor
4. Local Fire Warning System
5. Building Communication System
6. Building Control Station
7. Fire Department Lock Box
8. Standby and Emergency Power Systems
9. Emergency helicopter landing pad on the roof
10. Stairwell numbering system

Question 154

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, High Rise buildings in the City of Los Angeles constructed before 1974 will have what features?

Answer 154

1. At least 2 approved exits from each floor
2. Enclosed stairwells, except in a few very old high rise buildings
3. Some type of smoke control
4. Floor level numbering signs at each floor in each stairwell: floor level, stair number, floors served, and if roof access is provided
5. Some type of standpipe system
6. A Building Communication System (if building is 150’ or more)

Question 155

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, what are the parts of pre-planning?

Answer 155

1. Understanding High-Rise policy and company SOGs
2. Working knowledge of specific buildings on our respective districts
3. Physical conditioning
4. Thorough knowledge of our equipment and ability to use it effectively
5. Study of past fires

Question 156

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, if the fire is reported to be ________________, the stairwell shall be used and firefighters will walk to reach the fire floor.

Answer 156

On or below the 6th floor

Question 157

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, some high-rise buildings in Los Angeles, such as the Arco Towers and the First Interstate Tower, have floors interconnected by a separate open stairwell. Because these are vertical openings, they must have __________.

Answer 157

2-hour protection

Question 158

According to all American LaFrance LTI Log Books, the Onan generator engine oil pressure at normal operating temperature is ____

Answer 158

28-64 psi

Question 159

According to all American LaFrance LTI Log Books, the Onan generator engine coolant temperature range is ____

Answer 159

160 - 195 F

Question 160

According to all American LaFrance LTI Log Books, the Onan generator power output is ____.

Answer 160

7.5 kW

Question 161

According to all American LaFrance LTI Log Books, the Onan generator DC voltmeter range is ____.

Answer 161

12.5 to 15 V

Question 162

According to all American LaFrance LTI Log Books, the Hydraulic System oil reservoir capacity is:

Answer 162

40 gallons

Question 163

According to all American LaFrance LTI Log Books, the Hydraulic System pump capacity is ____ and maximum operating pressure is ____.

Answer 163

20 gpm;
2800 psi

Question 164

According to all American LaFrance LTI Log Books, the Hydraulic System outrigger relief valve setting is:

Answer 164

2000 psi

Question 165

According to all American LaFrance LTI Log Books, the Hydraulic System ground jack deployed light activation pressure is:

Answer 165

800 psi

Question 166

According to all American LaFrance LTI Log Books, the Hydraulic System lowering into cradle max pressure is:

Answer 166

800 psi

Question 167

According to all American LaFrance LTI Log Books, the Hydraulic System Hoist max pressure is ____, Rotate max pressure is ____, and Extend/Retract max pressure is ____.

Answer 167

2800 psi;
1500 psi;
2000 psi

Question 168

According to all American LaFrance LTI Log Books, the Aerial Ladder elevation is:

Answer 168

-4 to 75 degrees

Question 169

According to all American LaFrance LTI Log Books, the Aerial Ladder retracted length is ___ and extended length is ___

Answer 169

31.8’
94’

Question 170

According to all American LaFrance LTI Log Books, the Aerial Ladder elevated height is:

Answer 170

100’

Question 171

According to the American LaFrance LTI Log Books, the Assignment Record for the apparatus is form:

Answer 171

F-702

Question 172

According to the 2001 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the only 2001 American LaFrance LTI to use a Jacobs Engine Brake is shop #_____

Answer 172

60590

Question 173

According to the American LaFrance LTI Log Books, the cab instrumentation indicator light for the brake system illuminates when air pressure falls below ________.

Answer 173

65-75 psi

Question 174

According to the 2000, 2001, 2002, and 2003 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, under full acceleration (100% pedal travel) the transmission shift points occur at approximately:

Answer 174

2100 rpm

Question 175

According to the American LaFrance LTI Log Books, “high-idle” switch should be engaged when the apparatus will be idling longer than:

Answer 175

5 minutes

Question 176

According to the 2001 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the spring brake valve will automatically apply if pressure in both the primary and secondary brake system is reduced below:

Answer 176

40 psi

Question 177

According to the 2001 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, how many positions does the hand control on the center dash for the Telma Retarder have?

Answer 177

5

Question 178

According to the 2000 and 2001 American LaFrance LTI Log Books, with regards to the Telma Retarder, what pressure applied to the brake pedal gives 25%, 50%, 75%, and 100% effect?

Answer 178

25% - 3 psi
50% - 5 psi
75% - 7 psi
100% - 10 psi

Question 179

According to TB 035 Overhaul Procedures, the objectives of overhaul are:

Answer 179

1. To provide for the safety of fire personnel conducting overhaul operations by limiting or removing exposure to hazardous/toxic atmospheres/substances and identifying/flagging structural and environmental hazards that could potentially cause injuries or death
2. To ensure the fire is out and all potential for rekindle is eliminated
3. To leave the scene undisturbed - insofar as possible - for the purpose of aiding investigators and insurance adjusters in determining the most probable cause and property loss associated with the fire
4. To identify and preserve all salvageable contents/possessions and minimize further damage to the building and/or materials involved
5. To ensure the premises are turned over to a responsible party, deemed wither safe or unsafe to reoccupy as determined by authorities, secured as needed to prevent unlawful entry and unauthorized acts, and checked a final time for rekindle prior to leaving the scene

Question 180

According to TB 035 Overhaul Procedures, once a knockdown is declared, a fire watch shall be established with a minimum of ___ people.

Answer 180

There is no set number

Question 181

According to TB 035 Overhaul Procedures, areas that are deemed to be unsafe for personnel to access shall be completely restricted by:

Answer 181

Both fire-line tape AND red and white striped barricade tape

Question 182

According to TB 035 Overhaul Procedures, what are the types and parameters of overhaul options available to the IC?

Answer 182

1. Complete Overhaul
2. Wet Overhaul
3. Fire Watch
4. Thermal Imaging Camera

Question 183

According to TB 035 Overhaul Procedures, when a complete overhaul is performed, overhaul piles shall be established in a location that will minimize any inconvenience to the public, and at a minimum of ___
from any part of a structure.

Answer 183

10 feet

Question 184

According to TB 035 Overhaul Procedures, combustible materials and other removed contents should be located in separate piles and wet down with a hose-line using ______ to ensure extinguishment.

Answer 184

foam

Question 185

According to TB 104 Urban Search and Rescue, NFPA 1670 identifies how many types of technical rescues and what are they?

Answer 185

7

1. Structural collapse
2. Rope rescue
3. Confined space operations
4. Vehicle and machinery extrication
5. Water rescue
6. Wilderness search and rescue
7. Trench and excavation rescue

Question 186

According to TB 104 Urban Search and Rescue, the type of technical rescue that requires an Entry Permit is:

Answer 186

Confined space

Question 187

According to TB 104 Urban Search and Rescue, the __________ will establish necessary hazard control measures in the operational area as provided for by the Incident Commander in the operational plan.
Examples of such hazard control measures are providing edge protection at a trench rescue incident or providing lockout/tagout at a confined space rescue incident.

Answer 187

Rescue Team Leader

Question 188

According to TB 104 Urban Search and Rescue, the ___________ is responsible for direct control of the entry portal. This member will maintain communications with the rescue team(s) and operates at the
entry to the rescue site.

Answer 188

Attendant

Question 189

According to TB 104 Urban Search and Rescue, the Rigging Crew will initially set up anchors and haul systems and then staff haul lines for use in retrieving rescuers or patients. It will be staffed by:

Answer 189

2 or more individuals and may be non-US&R certified if under the direction of the Technical Support Leader or Technical Safety Officer (TSO)

Question 190

According to TB 104 Urban Search and Rescue, the first on-scene company to a US&R incident (specifically a Trench rescue) should spot the apparatus to _________________ and _______________.

Answer 190

Not cause a vibration hazard;
leave room to spot additional specialized companies

Question 191

According to TB 136 Aircraft Emergencies Standard Operating Procedures, key personnel/agencies needed at a Unified Command Post for an aircraft incident will include:

Answer 191

1. Airfield Operations (Ops 44)
2. Airport Police
3. Airline Representative

Question 192

According to TB 136 Aircraft Emergencies Standard Operating Procedures, in an ARFF and Structural Resource Deployment on Alert 2 and 3 Dispatches, the firefighting resource that is staffed only by firefighters is:

Answer 192

Air Stair 80

Question 193

According to TB 136 Aircraft Emergencies Standard Operating Procedures, ________________ have the right-of-way regardless of emergency response.

Answer 193

Aircraft and buses

Question 194

According to DB 05-08 Management of Aggressive Behavior, restrained patients should be transported in what position whenever possible?

Answer 194

Left-lateral

Question 195

According to DB 05-08 Management of Aggressive Behavior, all restrained patients shall be transported by what resource?

Answer 195

ALS RA

Question 196

According to DB 20-09 Use of Recording Devices by Department Members, “recording” includes:

Answer 196

Photograph, video, and/or audio

Question 197

According to DB 20-09 Use of Recording Devices by Department Members, recording during working periods for non-Department
purposes is acceptable as long as it is not for monetary gain.

Answer 197

False

Question 198

According to DB 20-09 Use of Recording Devices by Department Members, recordings made while on-duty for Department purposes are:

Answer 198

1. Considered Department records
2. May not be released outside the Department without permission
3. May only be shared with other Department members when properly authorized

Question 199

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, the 3 bag Maxiforce Air Bag System is rated at ___ tons with what bags, and the 7-bag system is rated at ____ with what bags?

Answer 199

56; (2) 22 and (1) 12;
236; 12, 17, 22, 32, 35, 44, 74

Question 200

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, when striking wood with the Pickhead Axe, the angle between the side of the
axe head and the surface of the wood being cut should be what angle?

Answer 200

60

Question 201

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, when breaching a brick wall with the Battering Ram, the hole should be what shape so as not to excessively weaken the wall? The hole should start at the first brick removed and move _______ and you should use a slight _________ just before the ram strikes the bricks

Answer 201

diamond;
downward;
lifting motion

Question 201

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, when using the Pickhead Axe to break glass, strike the panel _________ and keep the axe handle ___________.

Answer 201

near the top;
above horizontal

Question 202

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, when cutting brush with the Brush Hook, the main stem should be cut at what angle?

Answer 202

45

Question 203

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, another name for the Claw Tool is ________

Answer 203

Hayward

Question 204

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, the Floor Runner is made from __________.

Answer 204

waterproof cotton duck

Question 205

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, a Mattress Carrier is what size & made of what material?

Answer 205

6-1/2’ x 9-1/2’
canvas material

Question 206

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, on the Ram bar, what should be maintained tight at all times?

Answer 206

set screws

Question 207

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, how often do the Rubber Gauntlet Gloves get tested by DWP?

Answer 207

Every 60 days

Question 208

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, how long does it take a Task Force to deploy the Rescue Air Cushion?

Answer 208

2 minutes

Question 209

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, the salvage hook is heavy gauge wire preformed in the basic shape of

Answer 209

the number “2”

Question 210

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, what type of squeegee is used to only push water?

Answer 210

curved

Question 211

\According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/3 Self Contained Breathing Apparatus, the 45 minute air cylinder contains _____ cubic feet of air.

Answer 211

65.6

Question 212

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/3 Self Contained Breathing Apparatus, the first stage regulator lowers cylinder air pressure to a nominal ______.

Answer 212

115 psi

Question 213

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/3 Self Contained Breathing Apparatus, with regards to the PASS device, lack of movement for _____ seconds will activate the staged alarm with LED lights alternating green and red.

Answer 213

20 seconds

Question 214

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/3 Self Contained Breathing Apparatus, the Voice Amplification System (VAS) attached to the right side of the face piece requires ___________ to function.

Answer 214

3 AAA batteries

Question 215

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/3 Self Contained Breathing Apparatus, ensure the SCBA is ready for use ___________.

Answer 215

Daily at relief
After each use
When returning from repairs

Question 216

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/3 Self Contained Breathing Apparatus, the RIC SCBA Kit contains a first stage pressure reducer with how many feet of intermediate pressure hose?

Answer 216

10’

Question 217

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/4 Ropes and Knots, the Body Harness used with the Two Line Rope Systems is _______ & should be tightened in what order?

Answer 217

Class III;
waist, legs, chest

Question 218

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/4 Ropes and Knots, the welded eye of the brake bar rack is used for attachment and rated at ________
pounds.

Answer 218

10,000

Question 219

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/4 Ropes and Knots, using the general guidelines developed by the U. S. Army for loading a picket anchor
systems in “average” loamy soil, 3 pickets in-line provides how many
pounds of strength total? A single picket? 2 pickets in line? 2-1? 3-2-1?

Answer 219

1800;
single - 700;
2 pickets in line - 1400;
2-1 - 2000
3-2-1 - 4000

Question 220

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/4 Ropes and Knots, when building a Load Releasing Hitch the number of wraps between the 2 carabiners
should be ________.

Answer 220

3 to 6

Question 221

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/4 Ropes and Knots, ropes stored in bags shall be secure to the bottom of the bag by tying a _________.

Answer 221

figure 8 stopper

Question 222

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/4 Ropes and Knots, the KM-III static kernmantle rope has a melting point of ___ degrees.

Answer 222

450

Question 223

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/4 Ropes and Knots, when sending a portable extinguisher above ground by drop bag, start with a _______
around base, ______ around the middle, and a half hitch ________.

Answer 223

clove hitch up;
half hitch;
near the top of the tank

Question 223

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/4 Ropes and Knots, when should you log the rope and what form should it be logged on?

Answer 223

1. As soon as you receive it
2. All training
3. Emergency incidents
4. Monthly checks
   F-975

Question 224

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/7 Ladders and Evolutions, there are how many classifications of ladders on the LAFD & what are they?

Answer 224

4;
Straight, Extension, Roof, Collapsible

Question 224

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/7 Ladders and Evolutions, the proper climbing angle of a ladder is approximately __ degrees. To obtain this angle, the base of the ladder should be placed at a distance from the building or objective equal to approximately ___ the desired height.

Answer 224

70;
1/4

Question 225

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/7 Ladders and Evolutions, 24’ straight ladders are used for reaching what?

Answer 225

1-story roofs
2nd story windows
Fire escape balconies

Question 225

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/7 Ladders and Evolutions, 20’ straight ladders are used for reaching what?

Answer 225

1-story roofs
2nd story windows
sometimes lowest fire escape balcony

Question 226

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/7 Ladders and Evolutions, 16’ straight ladders are used for reaching what?

Answer 226

1-story roofs
2nd story windows

Question 227

Extension ladders should normally be extended _____ above _________ or and a MINIMUM of ______ or more above __________ etc.

Answer 227

1 foot;
windowsills or fire escape balcony railing;
3 feet;
parapet walls, roofs

Question 228

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/7 Ladders and Evolutions, 12’ extension ladders are used for what?

Answer 228

Inside work and as a step-ladder

Question 229

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/7 Ladders and Evolutions, 14’ extension ladders are used for what?

Answer 229

Inside work;
Used to access attics from scuttle holes, can be made into stepladders, etc

Question 230

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/7 Ladders and Evolutions, 20’ extension ladders are used for reaching what?

Answer 230

1-story roofs
2nd story windows
occasionally lowest fire escape balconies

Question 231

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/7 Ladders and Evolutions, 35’ extension ladders are used for reaching what?

Answer 231

Fire escape balconies
2nd and some 3rd story roofs
2nd and 3rd floor windows

Question 232

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/8 Salvage, the method for throwing a salvage cover where conditions require the careful placing of a cover to
avoid displacing or damaging goods is known as _________. Counters or tables displaying fragile merchandise are best covered by this method.

Answer 232

Counter Pay-Off

Question 233

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/8 Salvage, when using salvage covers for sealing/bagging large areas, the fold of the end edge or side of cover to create a lap should be approximately _____.

Answer 233

1 foot

Question 234

According to the American LaFrance LTI Logbooks, “caging” the spring brakes means:

Answer 234

Manually releasing the brakes

Question 235

According to the American LaFrance LTI Logbooks, the operating temperature of the fluid for the World Transmission during a manual HOT check is:

Answer 235

160 - 200 degrees

Question 236

According to the American LaFrance LTI Logbooks, the operating temperature of the fluid for the World Transmission during a manual COLD check is:

Answer 236

60 - 120 F

Question 237

According to the American LaFrance LTI Logbooks, when jump starting the apparatus, connect one end of the second jumper cable to the _______ terminal of the booster battery and the other end to the frame of the disabled vehicle at least ______ away from the battery.

Answer 237

negative;
18”

Question 238

According to the 2000, 2001, 2002, and 2003 American LaFrance LTI Logbooks, the front, rear, and tiller tires should be maintained at what psi?

Answer 238

front - 100
rear - 95
tiller - 110

Question 239

According to the 2006 & 2009 American LaFrance LTI Logbooks, the front, rear, and tiller tires should be maintained at what psi?

Answer 239

front - 100
rear - 95
tiller - 115

Question 240

According to the American LaFrance LTI Logbooks, after cleaning, inspecting, and lubing the aerial, hoist ladder to ___ degrees and retract. This will prevent the newly applied grease from being scraped off when the ladder is retracted.

Answer 240

60

Question 241

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 4, a normal elevator hoistway door can be expected to utilize ___ gib blocks.

Answer 241

2

Question 242

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 4, on hydraulic elevators and some cable elevators, the hoistway doors will open if the elevator is either ___ inches above or below the floor level.

Answer 242

6”

Question 243

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 4, to move a hydraulic elevator, locate the bleeder (lowering) valve. Most bleeder valves have a manual lowering screw built into the valve and are marked near the lowering screw. They are marked with what options?

Answer 243

MAN
ML
MANUAL

Question 244

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 4, when using air bags to force open center opening doors for elevator rescue. Position the air bag where in relation to the door?

Answer 244

The top

Question 245

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 6 Ventilation, stairshafts in high-rise buildings constructed after 1974 are required to employ a shairshaft ventilation system. The fans used must provide not less than __ cubic feet per minute while maintaining a positive pressure of not over __ lbs on interior doors.

Answer 245

50 cfm;
25 lbs

Question 246

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 6 Ventilation, tempered glass windows in a high rise are identified by __” luminous or reflective decals in what part of the window?

Answer 246

3”;
A lower corner

Question 247

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 6 Ventilation, blowers used for positive pressurization of high rise stairshafts should be placed ___ feet to ___ feet back from the doorway and angled back at least __ degrees.

Answer 247

4 to 6 feet;
5 degrees

Question 248

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 7 Elevators, elevator ascent during investigations or firefighting operations shall only be used when the reported location is _________.

Answer 248

above the 6th floor

Question 249

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 7 Elevators, if the building is equipped with split bank elevators, do not use an elevator that services the fire floor if a lower bank of elevators reaches within ___ floors of the fire floor.

Answer 249

5

Question 250

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 7 Elevators, a Fire Attack Team shall consist of a minimum of ___ members.

Answer 250

4

Question 251

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 7 Elevators, the designated elevator operator reports to:

Answer 251

Lobby Control

Question 252

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 8 Water Systems, Combination Standpipe Systems are directly connected to a water supply and equipped with both 1-1/2” outlets (2-1/2” outlet with a 1-1/2”reducer), with hose and nozzle attached, for use by the building
occupants; and 2-1/2” outlets for use by the Fire Department. The 2-1/2” system may have 100’ of single-jacketed, unlined 2-1/2” hose with a 1” tip attached to 2-1/2” outlets on each floor above the ___ floor.

Answer 252

5th

Question 253

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 8 Water Systems, with regard to Combined Sprinkler Standpipes the sprinklers are required to be supplied by two separate points of connection except between what years of construction?

Answer 253

1983 to 1988

Question 254

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 8 Water Systems, Pressure Regulating Devices when found in a system should be:

Answer 254

Fully opened

Question 255

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 9 Salvage Operations, ________ is damage caused by the fire suppression operations used
to control and extinguish a fire.

Answer 255

indirect loss

Question 256

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 9 Salvage Operations, the main focus in salvage operations is the control of ______ and keeping it out of __________.

Answer 256

water;
elevator shafts, machinery rooms, and electrical rooms

Question 257

According to TB 111 Elevator Rescue Kit, there are how many side picks and what are they called?

Answer 257

3;
small, medium, and large

Question 258

According to TB 111 Elevator Rescue Kit, when using the Elevator Rescue Paddle, what conditions must be met?

Answer 258

1. Elevator doors must be the center opening type (single speed or 2-speed)
2. Elevator car must be in the floor zone, allowing the car door clutch to be engaged by the hoistway door pickup rollers
3. Power to the elevator must be shut down, which will remove the magnetic field induced by electricity in the door operator motor, allowing the car door to be opened manually

Question 259

According to TB 111 Elevator Rescue Kit, the poling up method requires the rescuer to utilize:

Answer 259

Fall protection

Question 260

According to TB 140 Elevator Operations at Highrise Incidents, all members utilizing an elevator as a means of ascent shall be equipped with:

Answer 260

Full PPE
Breathing apparatus
Portable radio
Sound power phone
Forcible entry tool
Appropriate equipment for fire suppression operations or the assigned task

Question 261

According to TB 140 Elevator Operations at Highrise Incidents, If the circular “________,” “________,” or “__________” indicator light
on the elevator car control panel is blinking, the elevator cars in that bank should not be used. This blinking light indicates:

Answer 261

“fire service”, “fire helmet”, “Maltese cross jewel”;
Impending elevator shutdown

Question 262

According to TB 140 Elevator Operations at Highrise Incidents, during ascent, a minimum of ___ floors need to be stopped at and checked between the lobby and desired terminal floor.

Answer 262

2

Question 263

According to TB 164 Optional Transitional Attach with Handlines, what critical tactical considerations must be identified and assessed prior to executing a Transitional Attack?

Answer 263

1. Officers should attempt to gain as much situational awareness as possible prior to initiating
2. Always communicate and coordinate your tactical intent on the tac channel prior to employing
3. LAFD personnel shall not be inside the structure at time of application
4. Only apply water into windows or doors that have “fire showing” or volatile smoke indicative of imminent flashover
5. Do not employ if window pane is still intact
6. Only flow water until a change in conditions are seen
7. Not to be employe haphazardly, critical on-scene observations must be thoroughly assessed and considered

Question 264

According to TB 48 Engine Brake “Jake Brake”, what are the advantages of the Jake Brake?

Answer 264

1. Increased performance
2. Safety
3. Versatility
4. Cost-effectiveness

Question 265

According to TB 48 Engine Brake “Jake Brake”, diesel engines have substantially less retarding effect upon vehicles than a gasoline engine due to:

Answer 265

lack of restriction in the diesel intake manifold

Question 266

According to TB 48, Jacobs Engine Brake is a hydraulic attachment that, when energized, alters the engine exhaust valve operation which converts the diesel engine into an ___________ by prematurely opening the exhaust valves near the top of the ________ stroke releasing the compression pressure to exhaust

Answer 266

air compressor;
compression

Question 267

According to TB 48, Jake Brake may be used for:

Answer 267

1. Descending grades
2. In city traffic
3. When approaching stop lights
4. In general whenever vehicle retarding is required

Question 268

According to TB 48, Jake Brake activates or deactivates in _______.

Answer 268

1/4 second

Question 269

According to TB 48, Department uses __ different Diesel Engine/Transmission combinations:
1. Cummins Diesel with Manual Transmission: __ position switch
2. Cummins Diesel with Automatic Transmission: __ position switch
3. Detroit Diesel (V-8 or V-6) with automatic transmission: ___ position switch

Answer 269

3;
3;
3;
2 (off-low-high)

Question 270

According to TB 48, a light traffic condition requires _______ Jake Brake setting, a medium traffic condition requires _________ Jake Brake setting, and what requires the maximum setting of the Jake Brake?

Answer 270

minimum;
minimum to moderate;
Heavy traffic condition and emergency response

Question 271

According to TB 48, engaging the Jake Brake on wet streets can cause:

Answer 271

the duals to lock up

Question 272

According to TB 48, engaging the Jake Brake during pumping or aerial operations can cause:

Answer 272

1. Undesirable retardation
2. Possible engine/component damage
3. Engine stalling

Question 273

According to TB 48, engaging the Jake Brake when upshifting gears can cause

Answer 273

abnormal stresses and shock loads on the engine

Question 274

According to TB 48, do not ride the clutch pedal to disengage the Jake Brake or it will cause

Answer 274

premature wear to the throw-out bearing, clutch, and thrust bearing on the crankshaft

Question 275

According to TB 48, engaging the Jake Brake at idle or low engine speed will cause

Answer 275

the engine to stall

Question 276

According to the MOPS Volume 3 6/11 Equipment General, what shall not be used when cleaning chain and rotary saws and smoke ejectors? What can be used?

Answer 276

Water;
Diesel, kerosene, #325 solvent

Question 277

According to the MOPS Volume 3 6/11 Equipment General, members carrying radios during non-emergency activities where the turnout coat is
not worn or a radio pouch is not available on the uniform, shall carry the radio in _______ .

Answer 277

the belt clip provided by the Department

Question 278

According to the MOPS Volume 3 6/11 Equipment General, salvage covers shall be removed from apparatus and replaced with clean, dry covers at least once every __________ or within ________ when damp or dirty. Make proper entries in the F-2 and on what form?

Answer 278

2 calendar months;
24 hours;
F-128

Question 279

According to the MOPS Volume 3 6/11 Equipment General, if hose is determined to be in need of repair, mark damaged area by wrapping the
hose with black tape at the location(s) where repairs are needed. Hose
shall be rolled with the female coupling forming the core, unless _______.

Answer 279

the damaged area is the female coupling

Question 280

According to the MOPS Volume 3 7/1 Apparatus General, seatbelts shall be used by drivers and passengers during ALL driving operations except
for _______

Answer 280

There are no exceptions

Question 281

According to the MOPS Volume 3 7/1 Apparatus General, an Accident Procedure Packet, form _____ shall be carried on Department apparatus.
If this packet is used, the driver is responsible for form _____.

Answer 281

F-620;
FG-88

Question 282

According to the MOPS Volume 3 7/1 Apparatus General, when a member is learning to tiller, a minimum of ___ training session(s) shall be held with the trainee placed in an observer position behind a firefighter certified to tiller.

Answer 282

3

Question 283

According to the MOPS Volume 3 7/1 Apparatus General, members shall not paint the undercarriage of apparatus or any portion thereof, except as noted:

Answer 283

Bare metal to protect from corrosion

Question 284

According to the MOPS Volume 3 7/1 Apparatus General, when lubricating apparatus, use power lube equipment with a maximum air pressure of __ psi.

Answer 284

60

Question 285

According to the MOPS Volume 3 7/1 Apparatus General, Reserve Trucks would be identified with what series of numbering? Reserve Engines? Reserve RAs? What reserve apparatus use 700 series numbering?

Answer 285

Trucks - 500
Engines - 400
RAs - 600
700s = Reserve Aircraft Firefighting Apparatus & Special Reserves

Question 286

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 3 Smoke Removal, there are 2 basic methods that are utilized to pressurize a
contaminated area to enhance or direct the travel of contaminants to the exterior. These two methods are:

Answer 286

natural ventilation
mechanical positive pressure ventilation

Question 287

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 3 Smoke Removal, natural ventilation is dependent on what factors?

Answer 287

1. Proximity of ventilation opening to contaminants to remove
2. Ability of contaminants to travel unobstructed to a ventilation opening
3. Number and size of ventilation openings
4. Wind direction
5. Humidity
6. Temperature difference between interior and exterior of a building

Question 288

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 3 Smoke Removal, this method is the most efficient way to remove contaminants from the top, bottom, and corners of a room.

Answer 288

exterior positive pressure ventilation

Question 289

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 3 Smoke Removal, positive pressure is most efficient when the exhaust opening (heat hole, window, door, etc.) is between ______ the size of the entrance opening.

Answer 289

3/4 and 1-3/4

Question 290

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 3 Smoke Removal, this can have an adverse affect on positive pressure ventilation:

Answer 290

Wind, dependent on direction & velocity

Question 291

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 3 Smoke Removal, when using 2 blowers in series, the 2nd blower placed behind the blower closest to the opening boosts the efficiency of the first blower by approximately __%.

Answer 291

10%

Question 292

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 3 Smoke Removal, removing screens on windows prior to using these openings for ventilation purposes will increase the efficiency of these openings by at least __%.

Answer 292

50%

Question 293

According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, a Category B assignment is comprised of:

Answer 293

Not less than 6 fire companies, including not less than 2 trucks

Question 294

According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, the standard used to estimate the number of companies needed to extinguish a fully involved structure is ___ GPM per line and ___ lines per company.

Answer 294

250 GPM;
2 lines

Question 295

According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, a Major Emergency exists when more than ___ companies are dispatched.

Answer 295

15

Question 296

According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, Incident Commanders shall:

Answer 296

1. Establish a command post
2. Name the incident by geographic area using a street name or landmark with 1 or 2 syllable names
3. Identify a staging location for responding resources, or a base at a high rise incident
4. Direct resources to an established staging or base
5. Designate at least 1 company from the additional dispatched resources as RIC
6. Initiate a tactical worksheet F-666 to maintain accountability of all assigned resources

Question 297

According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, each station commander shall perform a drive-through inspection of their inspection district once each/every _________. The purpose of the inspection is to _________ and also identify new multi-unit (__ units or more) occupancies that are still in the framing stages of construction. A report of the hazardous conditions noted and corrective action taken shall be forwarded to the BC within __ days of the date of each inspection.

Answer 297

calendar quarter (3 months);
locate, identify, and evaluate hazardous conditions and initiate corrective actions;
16 units;
10 days

Question 298

According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, it is the Fire Station Responsibility to inspect Group B buildings that are:

Answer 298

less than 4 stories in height and less than 40,000 square feet total of all floors

Question 299

According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, it is the Fire Station Responsibility to inspect Group A buildings that have __________ except __________.

Answer 299

an occupant load of less than 100 persons;
any church with an occupant load less than 750 and not on the same property as a school or day care occupancy

Question 300

According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, it is the Fire Station Responsibility to inspect Group H ________ occupancies (___________).

Answer 300

Division 4;
repair garages

Question 301

According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, it is the Fire Station Responsibility to inspect Group R buildings that are:

Answer 301

1. R-1 less than 6 stories in height
2. R-3 occupancies
3. R occupancies housing 6 or fewer ambulatory or non-ambulatory persons, not including employees or relatives

Question 302

According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, the form used to put an occupancy on Fire Watch is:

Answer 302

F-340FW

Question 303

According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, any required exit door must be openable from the inside:

Answer 303

without the use of a key, tool, or special knowledge or effort

Question 304

According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, the awning under a fire escape drop ladder shall have a _______ opening in the awning under the drop ladder. This opening may be closed by a snap-on canvas cover.

Answer 304

24” x 24”

Question 305

According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, required extinguishers, depending upon their weight, shall be installed so that the top of the extinguisher is not more than ___ feet above the floor (less than 40 lbs) or ___ feet above the floor (greater than 40 lbs).

Answer 305

5’
3.5’

Question 306

According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, lumber stored in a yard shall be securely and compactly piled and in no case higher than ___ feet.

Answer 306

20

Question 307

According to ALL American LaFrance LTI Logbooks, tires shall be replaced when tread depth is at or less than ____” measured at any point
on a major tread groove.

Answer 307

4/32”

Question 308

According to ALL American LaFrance LTI Logbooks, with regards to fifth wheel and aerial ladder lubrication, how many zerks total need lubrication for the extension/retraction cylinder sheave wheels?

Answer 308

4

Question 309

According to the 2000 - 2006 American LaFrance LTI Logbooks, with regards to special lube instructions, each brake caliper assembly has how many
zerks?

Answer 309

The apparatus has plugs instead of zerks, do not remove

Question 310

According to the 2000 - 2006 American LaFrance LTI Logbook,s with regards to the Bi-Monthly inspection list, inspect the brake push rod travel for a maximum ___ stroke on all 6 wheels.

Answer 310

2”

Question 311

According to the American LaFrance LTI Logbooks, with regards to the Bi-Monthly inspection list, inspect drive belts for wear, cuts and
tension. Report defect if belt tension is loose enough to allow more than
___ deflection measured at a point midway between pulleys.

Answer 311

1/2”

Question 312

According to TB 005 Automobile Fires and Associated Hazards, with regards to energy absorbing bumpers, a mechanical bumper employs a
heavy spring to absorb impact. These units travel up to ___”. A hydraulic bumper travels up to ___”

Answer 312

mechanical - 4”;
hydraulic - 3”

Question 313

According to TB 005 Automobile Fires and Associated Hazards, when disconnecting an auto battery, one should disconnect _______ first.

Answer 313

ground cable

Question 314

According to TB 005 Automobile Fires and Associated Hazards, working within ___ feet of any vehicle fire constitutes an IDLH and any member
within that IDLH shall be fully encapsulated until determined safe by the IC.

Answer 314

30

Question 315

According to TB 005 Automobile Fires and Associated Hazards, the Safety Officer for a vehicle extrication incident is normally:

Answer 315

Engine Captain

Question 316

According to TB 038 Reciprocating Saw, the Porter-Cable TigerSaw is designed for cutting wood up to ___” thick and metal up to ___” thick along
with various other materials.

Answer 316

12” wood
3/4” metal

Question 317

According to TB 038 Reciprocating Saw, when cutting metal, try to keep at least __ teeth in contact with the work at all times.

Answer 317

3

Question 318

According to DB 08-04 Implementation and Procedures for Tattoo, Scarification and Branding Policy, primary responsibility for compliance with the Department personal appearance standards rest with _______.

Answer 318

each Department employee

Question 319

According to the 2003 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, with regard to capacities and limitations: reading the load chart, all published capacities
are permissible on grades up to ___% and operating on grades in excess of ____ percent is prohibited.

Answer 319

6% (3.5 degrees)
14% (8 degrees)

Question 320

According to the 2003 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, with regard to capacities and limitations: reading the load chart, an alarm on the pedestal will sound when:

Answer 320

When the maximum load is exceeded by 50-100 lbs

Question 321

According to the 2003 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, with regard to controls and indicators: outriggers, the Interlock Override Switch allows:

Answer 321

an outrigger to be “short jacked”

Question 322

According to the 2003 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, in the event of an electrical failure the manual circuit selector requires ________ for engagement.

Answer 322

1/4 turn left or right

Question 323

According to the 2003 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, the fast idle switch increases the engine to the preset RPM range of _____ to _____ .

Answer 323

1500 to 1600 RPM

Question 324

According to the 2003 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, with regard to controls and indicators: aerial control pedestal, the Interlock Override Switch allows:

Answer 324

The aerial to be operated without the outriggers being fully deployed

Question 325

According to the 2003 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, with regard to controls and indicators: aerial ladder features, the inclinometer is a
floating ball-type indicator calibrated from ____ degrees to ____ degrees.

Answer 325

-20 to 80

Question 326

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/1-20.01, A _________ vacancy is a result of a promotion, death, retirement separation from service or transfer.

Answer 326

primary

Question 327

According to MOPs Volume 2 3/1-25.30 when a member gives notice of intention to voluntary resign from the Department. The member should submit a F-225 to whom?

Answer 327

through channels to the Fire Chief

Question 328

According to MOPs Volume 2 3/1-35.05 All members hired after _________, shall remain non smokers throughout their employment with the Fire Department.

Answer 328

7/1/1987

Question 329

According to MOPs Volume 2 3/1-68/00 House Dues, members participating in organized mess are responsible for making timely
payments, unless a prior agreement has been reached the Station Commander should be notified of any member that has failed to make a payment for ___ or more shifts.

Answer 329

5

Question 330

According to MOPs Volume 2 3/3-01.08 with the exception of extended leaves no request for time off which would permit a member to be absent from duty for a period exceeding ___ days, including vacation, will be granted

Answer 330

65

Question 331

According to MOPs Volume 2 3/3-50.01 Exchange of Time is an agreement between members to trade specific regularly scheduled work periods. Exchanges of time shall involve a minimum duration of ___ hours.

Answer 331

6

Question 332

According to the AOTM Lesson 1, _____ is the movement of a body against an opposing force and is measured in foot pounds.

Answer 332

work

Question 333

According to the AOTM Lesson 1, The principles of operation in a gasoline and diesel engine are similar. What are characteristics of diesel engines?

Answer 333

1. Air alone enters the cylinder
2. Speed & power output is controlled by quantity of fuel injected
3. Continuous combustion takes place through the power stroke

Question 334

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/1-50.60, When a member receives a subpoena for court stamped “On Call” you must be able to appear within _____ after receiving the notification to report to the concerned Court.

Answer 334

1 hour

Question 335

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/3-25.00, Sick Leave is a leave of absence with pay granted to members incapacitated from duty because of illness or injury not incurred as a result of line of duty operations or exposures. Sick time is accumulated for 100% SK time @ ___ days per calendar year.

Answer 335

12

Question 335

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/5 Medical, Extended Leave is defined as _________

Answer 335

military leave more than 30 days

Question 336

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/2 Performance Evaluation, the form used to evaluate uniformed members below the rank of Captain is ________.

Answer 336

F-1122

Question 337

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/5 Medical, what forms shall be completed for a “contaminated needle stick”?

Answer 337

F-225
F-420
5020

Question 338

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/7 Uniforms, what colors for sunglasses are permissible?

Answer 338

Black, brown, silver, gold

Question 338

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/5 Medical, what is true regarding recovery of members?

Answer 338

1. Members shall not leave their general area of residence without written permissions from treating physician and approval through MLU
2. All members on platoon duty shall contact their supervisor once each segment to provide duty status and special duty once per week
3. All members off IOD shall contact MLU after each doctor’s visit to advise of duty status
4. Concern themselves with recovery, not engage in any activity which might hinder or delay their recovery, and make every effort to facilitate their return to duty.
5. All members shall notify the Medical Liaison Unit when going on or off duty due to an IOD injury or illness.
6. CIVILIANS who are off duty NIOD more than 25 consecutive working days shall forward a report of their medical condition, prepared by their physician, to Medical Liaison Unit.

Question 338

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/5 Medical, members who become disabled NIOD shall notify the commanding officer at their place of assignment as soon as possible and between the hours of ______.

Answer 338

630 to 2300

Question 338

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/5 Medical, members on Platoon duty must donate blood during off-duty time. Members assigned to Special Duty may be granted one hour of on-duty time from work to donate blood. This may be done a maximum of ___ times per year.

Answer 338

4

Question 339

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/7 Uniforms, with the exception of the proper moustache, all members shall be clean shaven by _____ and any other time reporting for duty or when representing the Department.

Answer 339

0800

Question 339

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/7 Uniforms, with regards to hair standards, hair may cover part of the ear but the lower _____ of the ear when measured from the bottom of the ear must remain exposed.

Answer 339

1”

Question 339

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/7 Uniforms, with regards to hair standards, females assigned to field assignments may wear a single pony-tail or braid including french braids provided the bottom end of the braid does not extend any longer than ___” from the top of the collar.

Answer 339

6”

Question 339

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/7 Uniforms, mustaches shall not cover the upper lip, shall be well groomed, shall not protrude beyond the natural facial “smile” crease, nor extend beyond ___ below the corner of the mouth.

Answer 339

1/2”

Question 339

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/7 Uniforms, socks worn with safety boots may what solid colors?

Answer 339

Black, gray, white

Question 339

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/7 Uniforms, according to the Tattoos, Scarification and Branding Policy, the only approved methods for covering tattoos are…

Answer 339

Department approved uniform or skin patch

Question 339

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/7 Uniforms, fingernails shall be no longer than ___ beyond the tip of the finger.

Answer 339

1/8”

Question 340

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 10 Built-In Systems, there should be ___ unlaminated copies of the Building Inventory sheet in the lock box in the Fire Control Room.

Answer 340

6

Question 340

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/7 Uniforms, approved nightwear attire may be worn outside of quarters after ____ hours or when donning of the prescribed uniform would be impractical, i.e., showering, physical fitness, etc.

Answer 340

2000

Question 340

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/7 Uniforms, Turnout Pants shall be worn when responding to:

Answer 340

All reported fires except brush or grass not involving structures
Automatic alarms
Haz Mat incidents

Question 340

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 10 Built-In Systems, when gathering information from the annunciator panel for the smoke/heat detection system it is good practice to time stamp activated detectors.
This helps provide information on:

Answer 340

the location of the fire and its direction of travel

Question 341

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 10 Built-In Systems, the building communication system provides public address to multiple areas of the building including rooms with an occupancy load of _____.

Answer 341

50 or more

Question 342

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 12 Air Operations, the minimum helicopter response time from the Van Nuys Airport to the Downtown Area is ______ minutes.
San Fernando Valley:
West LA Area:
Harbor Area

Answer 342

Downtown = 10-12
SFV = 5-7
West LA = 10
Harbor = 20

Question 343

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 12 Air Operations, normally helicopters should remain approximately ___ feet from the involved building while in flight.

Answer 343

500

Question 344

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 13 Building Design and Fire Protection Systems, the year that divides high rise buildings into
“existing high-rise” and “new high-rise” buildings is ______.

Answer 344

1974

Question 345

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 13 Building Design and Fire Protection Systems, pre-1960 high rise were limited in height and most were 13 stories. In the City of Los Angeles, the exceptions to this rule were:

Answer 345

LA City Hall
USC-LA County General Hospital

Question 346

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 13 Building Design and Fire Protection Systems, after 1960 high-rise building requirements
changed. High-rise over 150’ in height built after 1960 were required to have what class water system?

Answer 346

Class III Combination

Question 347

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 13 Building Design and Fire Protection Systems, a Type I building is designed to withstand the most severe fire to be expected within the building for ____ or more hours without structural failure.

Answer 347

2

Question 348

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 13 Building Design and Fire Protection Systems, each new high-rise is required to maintain a
_____ rated Fire Control Room.

Answer 348

1 hour

Question 349

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 13 Building Design and Fire Protection Systems, elevators are recalled to the Lobby or designated floor when

Answer 349

smoke detector in the elevator vestibule is activated

Question 350

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 13 Building Design and Fire Protection Systems, all new high-rise are required to have emergency smoke control systems. The HVAC system may be used provided it exhausts a minimum of ___ air changes per hour.

Answer 350

6

Question 351

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 13 Building Design and Fire Protection Systems, in all new high-rise buildings sound powered
phones and jacks are required at various locations. In the Fire Control Room, at least ___ telephone handsets are required.

Answer 351

6

Question 352

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 13 Building Design and Fire Protection Systems, every new high-rise is required to have
emergency and standby power systems accomplished by a generator. This generator is required to be able to supply power for a minimum of ___ hours at full demand.

Answer 352

8

Question 353

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 13 Building Design and Fire Protection Systems, the now called Fire Control Room was formerly called the:

Answer 353

Building Control Station

Question 354

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 13 Building Design and Fire Protection Systems, approximately how many of the older existing high-rise buildings chose not to comply with the High-Rise Retrofit Program?

Answer 354

30

Question 355

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 13 Building Design and Fire Protection Systems, all high-rise buildings have a minimum of ___ means of egress from each floor.

Answer 355

2

Question 356

According to TB 044 Rotary Saw, Combi-blades and Diamond blades can be cleaned by running the saw in what materials?

Answer 356

Asphalt
Brick
Cinder block

Question 357

According to TB 044 Rotary Saw, a carbide tip blade should be sent in for replacement when:

Answer 357

A missing tip or a visible radius appears

Question 358

According to TB 044 Rotary Saw, when starting the K-970 press the air purge diaphragm _____.

Answer 358

6 times

Question 359

According to TB 044 Rotary Saw, checking the air filter for maintenance is performed:

Answer 359

Monthly

Question 359

According to TB 044 Rotary Saw, when mixing fuel to a 50:1 ratio, 2.5 gallons of gasoline requires ____ oz of 2 cycle oil. 1 gallon requires ___ oil. 5 gallons requires ___ oil

Answer 359

6.5 oz;
2.6 oz;
13 oz

Question 359

According to TB 061 Scrubber Systems, scrubber systems are used to clean and dry contaminated air. These are of concern to firefighters because the chemicals that are cleaned are _________.

Answer 359

a health hazard

Question 360

According to TB 156 Hillside Home Structure Fires, one of the biggest challenges with hillside homes is access to lower floors from grade level. The biggest challenge is usually provided by this type of hillside home:

Answer 360

Multi-level cantilever home

Question 361

According to TB 156 Hillside Home Structure Fires, with regards to a descending hillside home fire, if the fire is below grade and the only entry to establish fire attack is from the first floor, then a contingency plan of providing horizontal ventilation needs to be considered. A ventilation hole
over the interior stairwell should be initiated:

Answer 361

After Fire Attack has descended the stairwell and communicated their progress

Question 362

According to Book 100 Ch. 3, Specific Operations, the Operations Section Chief supervises:

Answer 362

1. Fire Attack
2. Staging
3. Search/Rescue
4. Rapid Intervention
5. Air Operations
6. Medical
7. Evacuation
8. Ventilation
9. Salvage
10. Overhaul

Question 363

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/1 General, in making details of members, officers will consider what factors?

Answer 363

1. Qualifications of a member to perform the work
2. Development of personnel by giving varied experience for betterment of Department
3. Volunteers who wish the detail
4. Date of member’s last detail using a rotational system when practicable. Officers aren’t limited to any particular order of rotation, but will consider overall efficiency and need of the Department

Question 364

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/1 General, on what day is the Flag flown at half-staff until 1200 hours and raised to the peak for the remainder of the day?

Answer 364

Memorial Day

Question 365

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/2 Hydrants, in the hill-side areas of the City, blue reflectors are located on the street to indicate:

Answer 365

all hydrant locations

Question 366

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/2 Hydrants, when testing hydrants if the valve chatters or if water does not flow before the hydrant stem is operated ___ full turns, close and report the hydrant.

Answer 366

3

Question 367

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/2 Hydrants, 80% of the hydrants in the City have the street shut off valve within how many feet of the
hydrant?

Answer 367

15’

Question 368

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/4 Quarters, with regards to energy conservation, adjust heating and air conditioning thermostats to start heating when the temperature drops below ___ degrees F and cooling when temperature is above ___ degrees F.

Answer 368

68 F:
78 F

Question 369

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/4 Quarters, privately owned automobiles will not be permitted in station yards without permission of:

Answer 369

Station Commander

Question 370

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/6 Public Affairs, while on duty, members shall react and conduct themselves as professional firefighters. This includes:

Answer 370

1. Leave personal feelings at home
2. Be courteous and helpful to members of the community
3. Respond pleasantly to recognition or greetings from children and others in the community
4. Members shall provide name and rank upon request of members of the Community

Question 371

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/7 Communications, what is “strictly prohibited” with regards to radio conversation?

Answer 371

Personal greetings or pleasantries

Question 372

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/9 Planning Activities, Department dress standards for off-duty training include

Answer 372

1. Long pants (male/female)
2. Skirt (not higher than 1” above knee - females)
3. Shirt with collar and sleeves
4. Blouses with sleeves (females)
5. Shoes with socks (males)
6. Shoes with socks or nylons (females)

Question 373

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 9 Portable Monitor, the Crossfire Portable Monitor by TFT is intended for maximum flows of _____ gpm. TFT has allowed the LAFD to flow up to _____ gpm as long as it is attached to a loop of loaded 4” supply hose.

Answer 373

800; 1000

Question 374

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 9 Portable Monitor, the Crossfire Portable Monitor by TFT needs to be protected against sliding. One of the ways to do this is securely tie the monitor to an object capable of withstanding ___ lbs of force.

Answer 374

900

Question 375

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 9 Portable Monitor, the angle of the water stream relative to the ground at the elevation safety stop is ___ degrees.

Answer 375

35

Question 376

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 9 Portable Monitor, when connecting 4” supply hose to the portable monitor, make the connection to the portable base and extend the hose straight back from the base at least ___ feet.

Answer 376

10

Question 377

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 9 Portable Monitor, the nozzle(s) to be used with the portable monitor is/are:

Answer 377

Master Stream 1000 spray tip

Question 378

According to Book #6 AOTM Lesson #20, in the downtown area where a spot can be made next to the curb, the aerial ladder operator knows that he/she can operate between the ____ and ____ floors and keep the climbing angle 70 degrees and above.

Answer 378

5th and 8th

Question 379

According to Book #6 AOTM Lesson #20, in the downtown area where a spot is made outside the line of parked cars, any operation below the ____ floor will be conducted at a climbing angle of less than 70 degrees.

Answer 379

7th

Question 380

According to Book #6 AOTM Lesson #20, to compensate for excessive street grades, spot the apparatus __________ from the area of operation.

Answer 380

downslope

Question 381

According to Book #98 Earthquake Emergency Operational Plan, criteria for an activation of an Area Command include: /

Answer 381

1. Several major or complex incidents in close proximity
2. Critical human or property values at risk when multiple incidents are competing for limited resources
3. Difficulties with inter-incident resource allocation and coordination are encountered

Question 382

According to Book #98 Earthquake Emergency Operational Plan, the Los Angeles Fire Department has how many operational modes for
earthquakes and what are they?

Answer 382

3
1. Normal Earthquake Operational Mode
2. Expanded Earthquake Operational Mode
3. Disaster Mode

Question 383

According to Book #98 Earthquake Emergency Operational Plan, during normal earthquake operational mode, the perimeter of the impacted area
is decided by:

Answer 383

The DDC determines based on information from Bureau Commanders

Question 384

According to Book #98 Earthquake Emergency Operational Plan, a drive through of the district following an earthquake shall be completed:

Answer 384

non-emergency unless otherwise directed

Question 385

According to Book #98 Earthquake Emergency Operational Plan, when companies vacate stations in Earthquake Emergency Mode, check in will be completed to Battalion Commanders. This is preferably completed using the MDC. When unable this will be completed in the Bureau
Tactical Channel. What are the check-in channels for each bureau?

Answer 385

OCB T-1
OSB T-2
OVB T-3
OWB T-13

Question 386

According to Book #98 Earthquake Emergency Operational Plan, when initial radio checks or MDC messages are complete at the Station/Battalion Level, BCs communicate to their respective 24-hour Assistant Bureau Commander on what channels for the BCs?

Answer 386

T-1 to OCB for Battalions 1, 2, 11 and 6, 13, 18
T-3 to OVB for Battalions 4, 5, 9 and 10, 12, 14, 15, 17

Question 387

According to Book #98 Earthquake Emergency Operational Plan, if a Battalion Commander cannot perform their duties for status check during an earthquake, this will be completed by:

Answer 387

The highest ranking officer at the station the BC is assigned to

Question 388

According to Book #98 Earthquake Emergency Operational Plan, START stands for:

Answer 388

Simple Triage and Rapid Treatment

Question 389

According to TB 075 Bomb Scene Incidents, the FBI states that ____ percent of all terrorist attacks use explosives and incendiary agents.

Answer 389

70%

Question 390

According to TB 075 Bomb Scene Incidents, a perimeter of at least ____ feet should be established around any suspicious package.

Answer 390

300

Question 391

According to TB 075 Bomb Scene Incidents, during a bomb threat, without a known device, the decision to evacuate a building is left with:

Answer 391

The business owner

Question 392

According to TB 075 Bomb Scene Incidents, when ordering an evacuation, the ultimate authority resides with which agency?

Answer 392

LAFD and LAPD have concurrent jurisdiction

Question 393

According to TB 075 Bomb Scene Incidents, categorizing an explosion during a size up consists of:

Answer 393

Minor Explosion
Moderate Explosion
Major Explosion

Question 394

According to TB 075 Bomb Scene Incidents, at an incident where there was an explosion, what are initial actions?

Answer 394

1. Determining the cause of the explosion
2. Performing a rapid assessment
3. Extracting the injured to a safe area
4. Providing for the safety of all members with assignments at or near explosion site
5. Controlling or extinguishing any fires
6. Standing by until bomb technicians clear the area

Question 395

According to TB 075 Bomb Scene Incidents, at an incident where an explosion occurred, an Exclusion Zone (which is the IDLH) shall be set up. A general rule for a bomb scene perimeter is to identify the distance of the furthest blast debris from the center of the explosion and create a perimeter ________.

Answer 395

that doubles this distance

Question 396

According to TB 075 Bomb Scene Incidents, the LAPD Bomb Squad will be responsible for clearing all areas of bomb threats. This may take a substantial amount of time. Because of this, it is desired that the bomb squad start with clearing this designated area:

Answer 396

Incident Command Post

Question 397

According to TB 075 Bomb Scene Incidents, there are three main types of explosions:

Answer 397

Chemical
Mechanical
Nuclear

Question 398

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/7 Communications, the dispatch telephone (fire phone) shall be used for:

Answer 398

1. Check in or out of quarters when in “Manual Mode” and checking into quarters when operating in “Automatic Mode”
2. Report apparatus or companies on or off duty
3. Question alarm information not clearly received
4. BC and Division Commanders normally check in/out of quarters on the business phone when in “Manual Mode”, but when returning from an alarm in either “Manual” or “Automatic” Mode, they shall check in on the dispatch phone
5. When there is an extended delay (2 or more minutes) in Metro answering the fire phone, responsible members can use the business phone to check into quarters 213-847-5360

Question 399

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/9 Planning Activities, page 7 of the Personal Record Book under Training Courses shall include:

Answer 399

1. Peace Officer Standards Training (POST)
2. Correct Lifting Procedures
3. Sexual Harassment Guidelines
4. SCBA
5. Seat/Safety Belt Policy
6. Protective Clothing Policy
7. Fire Shelters
8. 2 Line Rope System
9. MSDS and Hazardous Substance in the workplace
10. Fetal Vulnerability (females)
11. Firefighting Hood
12. Cultural Awareness

Question 400

According to the MOPs Volume 2 4/7 Communications, when reporting a still alarm, the necessary information to obtain and communicate to Metro is all of the following:

Answer 400

1. obtain the exact address (including apartment number) of the incident
2. nearest cross street
3. type of emergency
4. call-back telephone number.

Question 401

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/7 Communications, companies that are CAV are required to respond to an incident:

Answer 401

within 3 minutes for fire resources and 60 seconds for paramedic/EMT resources

Question 402

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/4 Quarters, Battalion Inspection for the A Platoon shall occur in the months of ______, B Platoon in ________, and C Platoon in ________

Answer 402

February & August;
April & October;
June & December

Question 403

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/4 Quarters, station security is the overall responsibility of the Station Commander with all members sharing the responsibility. However, according to the MOPs, a station watch is supposed to be assigned at all times. This consists of:

Answer 403

1 member responsible to answer the doorbell

Question 404

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/4 Quarters, the station watch primary responsibilities are:

Answer 404

station security and public contact

Question 405

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/4 Quarters, no visitors are allowed after ____ hours but may be extended to ____ hours for special events.

Answer 405

2100; 2300

Question 406

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/4 Quarters, sleeping in top of bedspreads is

Answer 406

strictly prohibited

Question 407

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/4 Quarters, the size of the number used to mark the mattresses of the fire station is ____ inch/inches

Answer 407

3”

Question 408

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/4 Quarters, members should retire sometime between the hours of _____ and _____.

Answer 408

2000 and 2300

Question 409

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/2 Hydrants, if a hydrant has been reported inoperable and a time of ___ hours have passed, Hydrant Access Unit and Battalion Commander shall be notified by telephone.

Answer 409

72

Question 410

According to the MOPs, Volume 2 4/1 General, a suggestion that save theDepartment monetarily of over ____ dollars in the first year is up for a monetary award to the member. This is a maximum of ______ dollars.

Answer 410

100;
50,000

Question 411

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/2 Hydrants, when shutting of a sheared hydrant, fire hydrant gate valves may require ____ full turns to complete a shut down.

Answer 411

18 to 26

Question 412

According to the MOPs, Volume 2 4/1 General, line-up shall occur at a place designated in quarters by ______.

Answer 412

Battalion Commander

Question 413

According to the MOPs Volume 5, 9/1 Reports and Records General, and F-223 (red letterhead without boxes) is used for:

Answer 413

intra-departmental correspondence, when routing “through channels” is not desired or required

Question 414

According to the MOPs Volume 5, 9/1 Reports and Records General, for uniformity member’s names shall be entered by - Last Name, First Name, and Initial (if any). In a long list of names, arrange names:

Answer 414

Alphabetically by last name

Question 415

According to the MOPs Volume 5, 9/1 Reports and Records General, when corrections are necessary to final reports, records and journals:

Answer 415

a line shall be drawn through the entry and the correction made in ink above or in the margin AND the person shall initial it in ink

Question 416

According to the MOPs Volume 5, 9/1 Reports and Records General, the following are all true with regards to signatures:

Answer 416

1. Members below rank of BC shall use full civil service name
2. Signature indicates approval unless otherwise noted
3. In the case of “non-concurrence” with the content of an F-225, intermediate o cers shall type “See attached F-225” in their signature block and attach an F-225 cover letter with additional information as appropriate.

Question 417

According to MOPS Volume 5, 9/1 Reports and Records General, use of rubber stamp signatures by officers for official communications requires approval of:

Answer 417

Fire Chief

Question 418

According to the MOPs Volume 5, 9/1 Reports and Records General, a permanent Department form will have an “F” prefix preceding a number.
Occasionally when it is necessary to field test a form before making it permanent, it will have ______ after the form number and the test period will be _________.

Answer 418

“Temp”
6 months or less

Question 419

According to the MOPs Volume 5, 9/1 Reports and Records General, at the time of retirement, each member’s Personal Record Book will be:

Answer 419

Presented to the member

Question 420

According to the MOPs Volume 5, 9/3 Reports and Records Files, Fire Prevention Occupancy Record Cards (F-173 and F-173A) shall be
maintained for a period of ________ from the date of making such record.

Answer 420

Not less than 3 years

Question 421

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the Hose and Salvage Cover Record (F-128) is kept in/at:

Answer 421

Book 55

Question 422

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, an F-215 Equipment Loan Receipt is to be retained:

Answer 422

Until equipment is returned

Question 423

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, an F-215 Equipment Loan Receipt has how many copies?

Answer 423

2

Question 424

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-377 Bi-monthly Preventative Maintenance Record is retained:

Answer 424

Last 6 copies in Log Book at all times

Question 425

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-377 Bi-monthly Preventative Maintenance Record, forward one copy to Battalion
Commander:

Answer 425

Within first 2 weeks of the month

Question 426

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-377 Bi-monthly Preventative Maintenance Record, reserve apparatus shall receive an F-
377 completed every:

Answer 426

4 months

Question 427

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-377 Bi-monthly Preventative Maintenance Record, all preventative maintenance should
be inspected for each apparatus as applicable. Items in good condition are to be marked with _____ in designated column.

Answer 427

O.K.

Question 428

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-377 Bi-monthly Preventative Maintenance Record is completed on

Answer 428

Network Staffing System

Question 429

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-380 is ________ and retained for a period of _______.

Answer 429

Apparatus Yearly Mileage;
1 year

Question 430

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-620 Accident Procedure Packet is retained:

Answer 430

Permanently

Question 431

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, when filling out the F-620 Accident Procedure Packet, a Form Gen 88 is initiated by _____ and the
packet requires how many copies?

Answer 431

Driver of the apparatus
5

Question 432

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, when filling out the F-620 Accident Procedure Packet, a Form Gen 88 shall be forwarded within
____.

Answer 432

24 hours

Question 433

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, a Form Gen 84B is:

Answer 433

Information regarding witnesses at an accident involving a city vehicle

Question 434

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, when filling out the F-620 Accident Procedure Packet, the F-150 (Accident Report) is initiated by:

Answer 434

Investigating officer

Question 435

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-701 is ___________, retained ______ in the ________ and initiated by _____.

Answer 435

Statistical Info;
Permanently;
Log Book;
S&M

Question 436

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-702 is _________, retained _________ in the __________ by the _________

Answer 436

Assignment Record
Permanently
Log Book
Concerned Officer

Question 437

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-704 is ____________, retained ___________ in the _________.

Answer 437

Apparatus Maintenance Record;
Until filled, discard after 1 year;
Log Book

Question 438

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-705 is _________, retained _________ in the __________ by the _________

Answer 438

Apparatus Repair Record;
Permanently;
Log Book;
Member

Question 439

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-706 is _________, retained _________ in the __________ by the _________

Answer 439

Battery Record;
Until filled, discard when filled;
Log Book;
Member

Question 440

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-708 is _________, retained _________ in the __________.

Answer 440

Apparatus Inventory Record;
Permanently;
Log Book

Question 441

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-710 is _________, retained _________ in the __________ by the _________

Answer 441

Tire Record;
Permanently;
Log Book;
Member

Question 442

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, in filling out the F-710 Tire Record, the odometer reading is when:

Answer 442

Each tire is added

Question 443

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, according to the F-731 Driver License- Apparatus Operator Qualification, once a member is certified to tiller an apparatus:

Answer 443

That member is certified only on the specific apparatus listed

Question 444

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, what are Steps 1 through 6 of the F-972 Daily Pre-Trip Inspection Record

Answer 444

1. General Overview
2. Engine Compartments
3. Cab Check
4. Brakes
5. Lights
6. Walk Around Inspection

Question 445

What is included in Step 1 General Overview of the F-972?

Answer 445

Review Past Records
Leaks and Obstructions
Windows and Mirrors
Wiper Blades and Arms
Doors and Compartments
Power Door Locks

Question 446

What is included in Step 2 Engine Compartments of the F-972?

Answer 446

Engine Oil Level
Coolant Level
Power Steering Fluid Level
Transmission Guide Level
Batteries
Belts
Hoses
Electrical

Question 447

What is included in Step 3 Cab Check of the F-972?

Answer 447

Dash Lights / Warning Indicators
Gauges, Fuel (check for normal)
Heater / Defroster / AC
Horn / Siren *
Radio, Handheld Radio, & Battery
Seat Belts
Stick Shift & Clutch Operation

Question 448

What is included in Step 4 Brakes of the F-972?

Answer 448

Brakes / Rotors / Hoses *
Air Brake Test (COLA) *
Parking Brake *

Question 449

What is included in Step 5 Lights of the F-972?

Answer 449

Emergency Lights *
Headlights (low / high beam) *
Running lights / Reflectors
Turn Signals / 4 Way Flashers
Brake Lights *

Question 450

What is included in Step 6 Walk Around Inspection of the F-972?

Answer 450

Tires (CID) *
Wheels / Wheel Lugs *
Suspension / Axles *
Steering Components *
Transfer Valve / Water Tank
Compartment Inventory

Question 451

What 11 items constitute an Emergency Repair on the F-972?

Answer 451

1. Horn / Siren *
2. Brakes / Rotors / Hoses *
3. Air Brake Test (COLA) *
4. Parking Brake *
5. Emergency Lights *
6. Headlights (low / high beam) *
7. Brake Lights *
8. Tires (CID) *
9. Wheels / Wheel Lugs *
10. Suspension / Axles *
11. Steering Components *

Question 452

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, F-972 Daily Pre-Trip Inspection Record, when inspecting the tires, “CID” stands for:

Answer 452

Condition
Inflation
Depth

Question 453

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, how many F-973 are there for the Aerial apparatus of the LAFD?

Answer 453

2

Question 454

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-974 is used for:

Answer 454

Reserve Apparatus

Question 455

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-979 is completed for:

Answer 455

Self Contained Breathing Apparatus Inspection Checklist

Question 456

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 6, a good attitude makes up ___% of safe driving practices.

Answer 456

60%

Question 457

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 6, perception time is the time from sighting a situation to the time that you recognize the situation. As an average, it is considered that perception time is
approximately ___ second.

Answer 457

3/4

Question 458

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 6, reaction time is the time a situation arises to the time the driver identifies the hazard, predicts its influence, decides on an action, and begins executing that action. For the alert driver, reaction time is about ___ second.

Answer 458

3/4

Question 459

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 6, there are how many rules to the Smith System & what are they?

Answer 459

5
1. Aim High In Steering
2. Get The Big Picture
3. Keep Your Eyes Moving
4. Leave Yourself An Out
5. Make Sure They See You

Question 460

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 6, a safe following *1/1 distance can be determined using time. Due to the size and weight of today’s fire apparatus and rescue ambulances (i.e., truck ___ tons, engine -
___ tons and rescue ____ lbs.) additional stopping time and distance is required. A safe following distance is using the ___ second rule.

Answer 460

24 tons;
16 tons;
6,000 lbs
3-second rule

Question 461

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 7, at 60 mph what will be your perception-reaction time, braking distance, and stopping distance?

Answer 461

66’
466’
532’

Question 462

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 7, at 30 mph what will be your perception-reaction time, braking distance, and stopping distance?

Answer 462

33’
115’
148’

Question 463

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 7, at 15 mph what will be your perception-reaction time, braking distance, and stopping distance?

Answer 463

17’
30’
47’

Question 464

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 7, what is the NUMBER ONE RULE OF EMERGENCY DRIVING?

Answer 464

Leave yourself an “out” at all times

Question 465

According to TB 032, Chain Saw, trouble shooting a flooded cylinder, the procedure involves:

Answer 465

1. Place on/off switch in “off” position
2. Push in choke - ensure that choke is not engaged
3. Pull starter cord 4-5 times
4. Turn switch “on”. Use normal starting procedure

Question 466

According to TB 032, Chain Saw, during extended cutting operations, check tension ___________.

Answer 466

every few minutes

Question 467

According to TB 049 Polychlorinated Byphenyls, the D.O.T. placarding for PCBs is:

Answer 467

There is no DOT requirement

Question 468

According to TB 104 Urban Search and Rescue, in a confined space incident, what positions must be trained to the Confined Space
Rescue Operations Level for “permit required” confined space rescues (OSHA)?

Answer 468

Rescue Team Leader
Attendant
Rescue Team
Atmospheric Monitor

Question 469

According to TB 127 Inspection Cycles & Inspection Guides for Apparatus, PPE, and SCBA, Company Commanders and Battalion Commanders should provide ___ time for undercarriage cleaning when possible and may need to adjust inspection schedules to accommodate cleaning.

Answer 469

CAV

Question 470

According to TB 127 Inspection Cycles & Inspection Guides for Apparatus, PPE, and SCBA, the areas to be lubed with hand pumped lube guns only are:

Answer 470

All steering connections with rubber “boots”

Question 471

According to TB 127 Inspection Cycles & Inspection Guides for Apparatus, PPE, and SCBA, who schedules a 4-month Undercarriage Inspection? choose the most complete answe

Answer 471

S&M and subsequent by the BC

Question 472

According to TB 127 Inspection Cycles & Inspection Guides for Apparatus, PPE, and SCBA, side slide pads on the aerial should be inspected when the ladder is:

Answer 472

Fully extended

Question 473

According to the MOPs Book #3 Rules and Regulations, acting officers shall

Answer 473

1. Have the authority of the positions in which they are acting, be charged with knowing the responsibilities of their positions, and be held accountable for the proper execution of the duties of the rank in which they are acting
2. Be accorded all the privileges pertaining to the positions they temporarily occupy, and be obeyed and respected accordingly
3. Carry out standing orders of the regular officers whose positions they occupy, unless otherwise ordered by superior officers
4. At fire or other emergencies yield command to regularly appointed officers of the same rank in which they are acting

Question 474

According to the MOPs Book #3 Rules and Regulations, apparatus operators shall

Answer 474

1. At all times, drive and operate apparatus in a safe manner, with due regard for the welfare of the public and the Department.
2. Under the supervision of their respective commanding officers, be responsible for the condition and operation of apparatus to which they are assigned and shall be held strictly accountable for the readiness of such apparatus for service.
3. Acquaint themselves with the topography, physical conditions, street named, numbers, locations, and other matters affecting response in their first-alarm districts. Have a general knowledge of their greater alarm districts.
4. When assigned as pump operators, be familiar with Department practices and procedures relative to water supply, hose streams, pump operation, and other essentials to enable them to efficiently perform their duties.

Question 475

According to the MOPs Book #3 Rules and Regulations, apparatus operators shall have a ________ knowledge of their greater alarm districts.

Answer 475

general

Question 476

According to the MOPs Book #3 Rules and Regulations, all members shall respond to all fires or emergencies to which they may be
dispatched or detailed, and exert their greatest effort to perform to the best of their ability under all circumstances; ________, _________, or ________ of members in the performance of any of their duties is sufficient cause for disciplinary action.

Answer 476

Negligence
Inefficiency
Indifference

Question 477

According to the MOPs Book #3 Rules and Regulations, when 2 or more members subordinate in rank to Captain find themselves in a position which requires initiative action, accept the command of ________ member, who shall assume such command until relieved by an officer or acting officer.

Answer 477

senior

Question 478

According to the MOPs Book #3 Rules and Regulations, all members shall notify their commanding officers within twenty-four hours of any change in __________.

Answer 478

residential address and phone number

Question 479

According to the MOPs Book #3 Rules and Regulations, all members shall keep their persons, uniforms, beds and lockers in a neat and clean condition; persistence in uncleanliness or offensive habits ___________.

Answer 479

being cause for disciplinary action

Question 480

According to the MOPs Book #3 Rules and Regulations, all members shall carry their _____________ at all times except when it is not practical to do so, such as when participating in athletics, when wearing full turnout clothing, etc.

Answer 480

fire department identification cards

Question 481

According to the MOPs Book #3 Rules and Regulations, all members shall, refrain from engaging in any occupation or activity for
compensation which will conflict with the City’s interest or detract from such member’s efficiency to the City. Prior to engaging in outside
employment or activity for compensation, members shall certify as to the nature of such involvement and receive written approval of the _________ or that person’s designated representative.

Answer 481

Fire Chief

Question 482

According to the MOPs Book #3 Rules and Regulations, members shall be governed by the following rules with respect to political activities: The _________ shall not be used to attempt to influence the vote of any person for or against any candidate for public office or for or against
any ballot measure. (all of the following except)

Answer 482

Apparatus

Question 483

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 8 Apparatus Spotting and Placement, what are basic guidelines for an effective foundation for spotting.

Answer 483

Is my crew safe?
Is the apparatus safe?
Can I operate effectively? (hose lines, aerial, etc)

Question 484

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 8 Apparatus Spotting and Placement, who is responsible for the apparatus placement at the scene of an emergency?

Answer 484

The Driver and Captain share responsibility

Question 485

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 8 Apparatus Spotting and Placement, with concern for spotting a truck, the Apparatus Operator should consider this to see if the apparatus will be used in the incident.

Answer 485

What type of building?
Is it multi-story?
Is there a potential life hazard?

Question 486

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 8 Apparatus Spotting and Placement, an Un-reinforced masonry building (pre-1933)
can collapse and fall a horizontal distance of __________.

Answer 486

equal to or greater than the vertical height of the building

Question 487

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 8 Apparatus Spotting and Placement, when spotting to a commercial building with
nothing showing, spot ____________.

Answer 487

as if there is or will be an actual fire

Question 488

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 8 Apparatus Spotting and Placement, during non-emergency spotting remember

Answer 488

Observe all vehicle code provisions including parking restrictions
Be aware you are in the public eye at all times
Stay off of parking structures

Question 489

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 9 Tillering, the LAFD prefers tractor drawn aerial ladder trucks for what reasons?

Answer 489

1. Maneuverability on narrow streets. This allows for safer emergency and non-emergency driving
2. Greater STABILITY in turns at higher speeds
3. Greater stability during aerial operations can be gained by jackknifing the truck
4. The Tillerman can assist the A/O in “spotting” the truck and observing for overhead obstructions
5. The presence of a Tillerman provides an increased safety margin during backing operations

Question 490

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 9 Tillering, what is oversteering? To avoid this, it is important to _____________ before the truck has completed the turn.

Answer 490

Allowing the trailer to move well past an “in-line” position after a turn;
beging straightening the tiller wheels

Question 491

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 9 Tillering, what is overtillering?

Answer 491

When the Tillerman turns the steering wheel unnecessarily

Question 492

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 9 Tillering, the recommended method for the tiller member’s hand position when
backing is:

Answer 492

Both hands at bottom, palms up

Question 493

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 9 Tillering, a tiller trainee should sit as an observer a minimum of how many times before then practicing in an empty lot?

Answer 493

3

Question 494

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 9 Tillering, something not addressed by Module 9 is:

Answer 494

The emergency incident responsibilities of a Tiller member

Question 495

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 10 Commercial Pre-Trip Inspection, prior to a pre-trip inspection test, the examiner must check:

Answer 495

Brake lights, emergency flashers, turn signals, horn, and splash guards (if required)

Question 496

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 10 Commercial Pre-Trip Inspection, the amount of allowable play in the belts from the center deflection is?

Answer 496

3/4”

Question 497

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 10 Commercial Pre-Trip Inspection, with regard to brake slack adjusters, the push rod should not move more than _____ when pulled by hand (with the brakes released).

Answer 497

1”

Question 498

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 10 Commercial Pre-Trip Inspection, minimum tread depth on all tires except steering axle tires is:

Answer 498

2/32

Question 499

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 10 Commercial Pre-Trip Inspection, when checking steering play on an apparatus with power steering, play should not exceed ___ degrees or about __” on a 20
inch wheel.

Answer 499

10; 2”

Question 500

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 5 Water Utilities, mains in the City of Los Angeles can vary in size from ___ to ___ inches.

Answer 500

2” to 72”

Question 501

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 5 Water Utilities, service lines can vary in size from ___ to ___ inches.

Answer 501

1/2” to 18”

Question 502

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 5 Water Utilities, with regards to shut off valves, there are indicating and non-indicating valves. Examples of indicating valves are:

Answer 502

Outside stem & yolk (OS&Y)
Post-indicator valve (PIV)

Question 503

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 5 Water Utilities, pressure reducing valves (normally used in domestic services) commonly reduce pressure between ___ and ___ psi in dwellings.

Answer 503

40 and 80

Question 504

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 5 Water Utilities, with regards to stopping leaks in a commercial urinal or toilet, remove the cap over the relief valve and use a _____ to turn the relief valve screw ______.

Answer 504

slow-head screwdriver;
outward

Question 505

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 5 Water Utilities, with regard to shutting of sheared hydrants, a cap covering the gate valve is __” in size and usually painted blue.

Answer 505

6”

Question 506

According to the 2006 and 2009 American LaFrance LTI Log Books, the min oil psi at idle is ___ and at rated RPM is ___

Answer 506

10;
30-45

Question 507

According to the 2000 to 2009 American LaFrance LTI Log Books, the fuel tank capacity is:

Answer 507

65 gallons

Question 508

According to the all American LaFrance LTI Log Books, when checking the electrical system at high idle, the system should maintain _____ volts minimum and ____ volts minimum with the engine and all electrical accessories off.

Answer 508

13.7;
12.9

Question 509

According to the all American LaFrance LTI Log Books, with regards to jump starting the apparatus, in order to not damage electrical
components voltage supplied to the system should not exceed:

Answer 509

16 volts

Question 510

According to the 2006 & 2009 American LaFrance LTI Log Books, during a cold check of the transmission fluid using a manual method, the fluid temperature needs to be between ___ and ___ degrees.

Answer 510

60 and 120

Question 511

According to TB 048 Engine Brake “Jake Brake”, the Jake Brake will activate or deactivate in less than:

Answer 511

1/4 second

Question 512

According to TB 048 Engine Brake “Jake Brake”, on a Detroit Diesel Engine equipped with an automatic transmission and Jake Brake will
have how many switches to control the system?

Answer 512

3

Question 513

According to TB 048 Engine Brake “Jake Brake”, do not engage the Jake Brake on wet streets. This can cause which set of wheels to lock up and cause skid?

Answer 513

Duals

Question 514

According to TB 069 Maxi-Force Air Bag System, the high pressure regulator needs to be set between ____ and ____ psi.

Answer 514

125 and 135

Question 515

According to TB 069 Maxi-Force Air Bag System, do not inflate a bag over ___ psi without a load.

Answer 515

30

Question 516

According to TB 113 Introducing the Alameda Corridor, which part of the Alameda Corridor project consists of a 10 mile trench?

Answer 516

Mid-corridor

Question 517

According to TB 113 Introducing the Alameda Corridor, the key that accesses the Alameda Corridor is:

Answer 517

ACTA

Question 518

According to TB 113 Introducing the Alameda Corridor, along the trench section, ladders are located one every ____ feet.

Answer 518

1000

Question 519

According to TB 113 Introducing the Alameda Corridor, dry standpipes are located every ___ feet.

Answer 519

500

Question 520

According to TB 149 Residential Sprinkler Systems, head temperatures range from ___ to ___ degrees.

Answer 520

135 to 175

Question 521

According to Book 29, working knowledge of building construction provides the foundation for effective, timely, and safe operations in what areas?

Answer 521

Structural Integrity
Ladder Placement
Forcible Entry/Search & Rescue
Ventilation Feasibility

Question 522

According to Book 29, as architects reduce mass and change chemical composition of building materials, we are losing one of our most valuable factors: _____

Answer 522

Time

Question 523

According to Book 29, what is a size-up?

Answer 523

A mental evaluation that assists in determining a course of action and the methods necessary to accomplish a desired goal

Question 524

According to Book 29, one of the first considerations of a size-up should be _______ & ________, which indicate what 5 things?

Answer 524

Type & construction;

1. Rate of burning
2. Possible avenues of fire spread
3. Problems that will have a direct impact on efforts to confine a fire
4. Structural integrity
5. Time necessary to conduct safe fireground operations

Question 525

According to Book 29, size-up focuses on what 4 areas?

Answer 525

1. Construction Styles
2. Roof Styles
3. Construction Methods
4. Age of the building

Question 526

According to Book 29, mill/timber construction members may be ____ for strength

Answer 526

8” x 8”

Question 527

According to Book 29, a single lightweight truss structural member can span ___

Answer 527

70’

Question 528

According to Book 29, the standard for lightweight construction is:

Answer 528

2x3s and 2x4s

Question 529

According to Book 29, conventional construction utilizes a minimum of ____

Answer 529

2x4s

Question 530

According to Book 29, the ability to accurately estimate the amount of time that a structure can be considered structurally strong is dependent on the following 3 factors:

Answer 530

1. Type of construction
2. How long fire has been burning
3. Fire intensity

Question 531

According to Book 29, what are the size styles of roofs?

Answer 531

Flat
Gable
Hip
Arch
Bridge truss
Sawtooth

Question 532

According to Book 29, on gable roofs, __ gauge “roof truss clips” may be found nailed to the bottom chord every ____ trusses

Answer 532

18;
3-5

Question 533

According to Book 29, what size and spacing are conventional gable roof rafters? Ridge size? Decking size? Strong areas? Lightweight rafter sizes?

Answer 533

Rafters: 2x6 or larger, 16-24”, 36” for steep pitch
Ridge: 1x6 or rafters butted together
Decking: Newer roofs use 3/8” or 1/2” plywood instead of 1x4 or 1x6 space sheathing
Strong: Ridge & load bearing walls
Lightweight: 2x3 or 2x4 metal gusset plate trusses

Question 534

According to Book 29, hip roofs have what size rafters & spacing? Ridge board size? What are the strong areas?

Answer 534

Rafters: 2x6 or larger
Spacing: 16”-24” on center, rough cut 2x3 or 2x4 36” on-center for steep pitch
Ridge: 2x6 or larger
Strong: Ridge, valley/hip rafters, load bearing wall

Question 535

According to Book 29, where is a valley rafter used?

Answer 535

Where 2 roof lines join together

Question 536

According to Book 29, bridge truss roofs are used on commercial buildings during what year?

Answer 536

1930s and 40s

Question 537

According to Book 29, bowstring arch roofs are built on small/large commercials in what year?

Answer 537

1930s, 40s, and 50s

Question 537

According to Book 29, what size are the truss members on bridge trusses? Rafter size? Sheathing?

Answer 537

Truss: 2x12
Rafters: 2x6 or larger
Sheathing: 1x6 straight or diagonal

Question 538

According to Book 29, what are the sizes of truss members, rafters, and sheathing on bowstring arch roofs?

Answer 538

Truss: 2x12 or 2x14
Rafters: 2x6 or larger
Sheathing: 1x6 straight or diagonal

Question 539

According to Book 29, what size is the framing and decking on a lamella arch roof?

Answer 539

Framing: 2x12
Decking: 1x6

Question 539

According to Book 29, the hazards of a lamella arch roof include total roof collapse if fire removes more than __% of the roof structure from the “________” effect

Answer 539

20%;
domino

Question 540

According to Book 29, what is the primary hazard of a tied truss roof?

Answer 540

Early failure of metal tie rods and turnbuckles

Question 540

According to Book 29, on a tied truss roof, what size are the top chords, rafters, sheathing, and tie rods?

Answer 540

Top chords: Laminated 2x12s or larger
Rafters: 2x10 or larger
Sheathing: 1x6 straight or diagonal
Tie rods: 5/8” diameter

Question 541

According to Book 29, what is the difference between a tied truss roof and a bowstring/lamella roof?

Answer 541

It is an arched roof that uses metal tie rods to offer lateral support for the walls of the building

Question 541

According to Book 29, a conventional flat roof has what size rafters and sheathing?

Answer 541

Rafters: 2x6 and larger
Sheathing: 1x6 or 3/8”-5/8” plywood in newer applications

Question 541

According to Book 29, what size are rafters and sheathing on a sawtooth roof? Sawtooth roofs are constructed the same today as it was during what year?

Answer 541

Rafters: 2x8 or larger
Sheathing: 1x6 or 1/2” plywood in newer roofs
1930s and 40s

Question 542

According to Book 29, on an open web roof, what size are the steel web, steel pins, spacing, and span?

Answer 542

Steel web: 1-2” cold rolled steel tubing
Pins: 1”
Spacing: 24”
Spans: Up to 70’ using a single 2x4 or (2) 2x3s as top and bottom chord members

Question 542

According to Book 29, what size are the chords, stem, and spacing on Wooden I Beam roofs?

Answer 542

Chords: 2x4s but 2x3s are common
Stem: 3/8”
Spacing: 24”

Question 543

According to Book 29, a panelized roof beam may be made of __________ in what size and spacing and may be bolted together in lengths well in excess of ___.

Answer 543

Laminated wood or metal
6x36
12’ to 40’
100’

Question 544

According to Book 29, a metal gusset plate roof has what size trusses, decking, and span?

Answer 544

Trusses: 2x4s
Span: Up to 80’ in flat roofs
Decking: 1/2” plywood, dwellings use 3/8” or 1/2”

Question 545

According to Book 29, on an open web bar joist, what size are the top/bottom chords, web supports, span, and spacing?

Answer 545

Top/bottom chords: 1/8” steel
Web supports: 5/8” solid steel bar
Span: 45’
Spacing: 8’

Question 545

According to Book 29, what is the size and spacing of purlins on a panelized roof?

Answer 545

4x12
8’ centers

Question 546

According to Book 29, metal beam buildings vary from __ stories to the tallest high rise

Answer 546

2

Question 546

According to Book 29, Robertson Decking is an air entrained mixture of ________ pumped over ______ wire mesh to a thickness of ____.

Answer 546

sand, cement, and occasionally pea gravel
4x4 or 6x6
3-4”

Question 547

According to Book 29, concrete tilt-up buildings can be up to __ stories in height

Answer 547

5

Question 548

According to Book 29, metal beams can expand __” per 100’ which can push out walls

Answer 548

9”

Question 549

According to Book 29, brick buildings before 1930s are _________ and after 1930s are ________

Answer 549

an accident waiting to happen
very stable

Question 549

According to Book 29, what are the characteristics of pre-1933 URM buildings?

Answer 549

1. Sand and lime mortar
2. Lack of rebar
3. 13” thick walls
4. Parapets can be 3’ above roof line or 5’ or more if used as a facade
5. Floor/roof joists are “let” into exterior walls
6. Floor/roof joists are “fire cut”
7. Straight roof sheathing

Question 550

According to Book 29, what are the characteristics of post-1933 brick buildings as a result of what earthquake?

Answer 550

1. 9” thick walls
2. Walls reinforced with rebar
3. All joists/rafters required to be anchored to exterior walls
4. Cement in the mortar
5. Diagonal roof sheathing

Long Beach Earthquake

Question 550

According to Book 29, what are the characteristics of post-1959 brick buildings as a result of what earthquake?

Answer 550

1. 4-6” concrete bond beam cap on top of lowered parapet walls along public ways and exits
2. Parapet walls not higher than 16” including bond beam cap
3. Rafter tie plates every 4’

Tehachapi Earthquake

Question 551

According to Book 29, what are the characteristics of post-1971 brick buildings as a result of what earthquake?

Answer 551

1. Anchoring walls to floor and roof systems
2. Strengthening roof construction (plywood, metal straps)

Sylmar Earthquake

Question 552

According to Book 29, URM buildings will share all or a portion of what trademarks? Which are still visible even with a fancy/better quality brick on the front?

Answer 552

1. Rafter-tie plates
2. Bond-beam cap on parapet walls and over windows between the 2nd floors of multi-story buildings
3. Deeply recessed window frames allowing 8” of brick return
4. Windows with arched or straight lintels
5. Lime mortar is white, porous, sandy, and may be easily rubbed away
6. King row every 4-7 rows

1, 2, 3

Question 553

According to Book 29, Earthquake Ordinance Modifications may include:

Answer 553

1. Add steel bracing form parapet walls to roof structural members
2. Metal straps across the width of the roof and attached to opposing walls. Usually ⅓ the length of the building back from the front and rear walls
3. Remove layers of comp and cover sheathing with ½” plywood, then recover with comp

Question 554

According to Book 29, what are the hazards of URM buildings?

Answer 554

1. Wall, roof, and floor collapse
2. URM held together with lime, mortar, and sand creates a weak wall, especially after mortar has deteriorated with age and/or is subjected to heat from a fire
3. Buildings were originally designed so that floor/roof joists would pull out from walls in a fire
4. When rafters/joists are anchored to walls, collapse is enhanced during fire conditions
5. Additional collapse hazard can result from arch type roofs (bowstring, tied truss, and lamella) on URM construction
6. When arch roofs, particularly bowstring and tied truss, are modified per Earthquake Ordinance, additional roof stability provided by plywood/metal straps can increase the potential for collapse of FRONT/REAR walls
7. Collapsing truss connected to HIP rafters will push hip rafter outward and also push corresponding wall outward with considerable force
8. Exterior walls may collapse outward a distance equal to at least the height of the wall
9. Primary danger from collapse are front/rear walls, secondary danger are side walls
10. Safe areas are: corners of building and distance at least equal to the height of the walls away from the building

Question 555

According to Book 29, URM exterior walls may collapse outward what distance?

Answer 555

Equal to at least the height of the wall

Question 556

According to Book 29, during retrofit modifications consider what?

Answer 556

1. Vertical openings
2. Holes in floors/ceilings
3. Building materials in hallways
4. Stairs removed
5. Metal straps across the width of the building and 3-4’ from walls are hard on power saws
6. Decking comprised of sheathing, plywood, and comp. Extra “thickness” of decking will not enhance “feeling” the rafters with a power saw

Question 557

According to Book 29, what are the 4 important areas of a facade?

Answer 557

1. Overhang
2. Facade height
3. Supported/unsupported
4. Height from roof

Question 557

According to Book 29, Bungalow and Balloon construction occurred in what year and is primarily utilized in single family dwellings and multi-story habitational occupancies up to __ stories.

Answer 557

1920s, 30s, 40s
4

Question 558

According to Book 29, what type of wiring is found in balloon construction buildings?

Answer 558

Knob and tube

Question 558

According to Book 29, what size are bungalow studs/rafters and ridge?

Answer 558

Studs/rafters: 2x3 or 3x4
Ridge: 1x6 or 2x4s butted together

Question 558

According to Book 29, curtain construction can be about ___% faster than conventional construction and steel exposed to fire or sufficient heat beings to lose structural integrity at _____ F

Answer 558

60%
1000

Question 559

According to Book 29, what general time periods are there to classify buildings?

Answer 559

Pre-1933
1933 to late 1950s
1950s to present

Question 559

According to Book 29, the impact of lightweight construction on fireground decisions must address 4 areas:

Answer 559

Identification
Communication
Time
Operations