ALL UNIT CIRCULARS Flashcards
A Captain reviewing “Low Water Pressure Procedures” at company drill was incorrect when he stated that?
A) All Engines and Squads shall obtain pressure readings on the hydrants nearest quarters during the first full week in May and record them on the Hydrant Pressure Chart.
B) The Hydrant Pressure Chart shall be posted at the housewatch desk throughout the entire year.
C) All units shall, AT ALL TIMES, close down illegally opened hydrants, whenever the Officer determines that such action will not precipitate an incident.
D) Anyone found illegally using a hydrant may be issued a summons.
B) The Hydrant Pressure Chart shall be posted at the housewatch desk throughout the entire year. (Incorrect)
*Posted at housewatch during the SUMMER season.
(AUC 225 - 2.1, 2.2, 2.4, 2.5)
Up to 7 defective hydrants can be reported on the CD-63 form. Defective hydrants are classified by codes 1-4. Which choice accurately describes these codes?
A) Code 1 = cap or chain missing
B) Code 2 = broken barrel unserviceable
C) Code 3 = defective but serviceable.
D) Code 4 = unserviceable
C) Code 3 = defective but serviceable.
Code 1 = Broken barrel unserviceable
Code 2 = unserviceable (intact but mechanically defective)
Code 3 = defective but serviceable
(other than missing cap/chain)
Code 4 = cap/chain missing
(AUC 205)
At 0900 roll call, members of L-147 are discussing the FDNY SCBA policy. Which statement is correct?
A) Face-piece sharing with another member shall only be done if one members cylinder is depleted.
B) The FAST unit’s FASTPAK may only be used on civilians if it is not possible to remove them from the contaminated area.
C) The wearing or use of SCBA’s may be dispensed with only when authorized by the IC.
D) If an SCBA is malfunctioning, as to cut off the air supply, remove the face piece and the regulator.
C) The wearing or use of SCBA’s may be dispensed with only when authorized by the IC.
(AUC 220 1.3)
A - Facepiece sharing with other members/civilians is prohibited.
B - For civilians, utilize a FASTPAK other than the one assigned to the FAST unit.
D - Leaving the facepiece donned and removing only the regulator will provide some protection to the member’s face.
The Iroquois Natural Gas Pipeline carries natural gas that is non toxic, lighter than air, which can be an asphyxiant, and is combustible in concentrations from _______?
A) 5%-10%
B) 5%-15%
C) 7%-15%
D) 5%-20%
B) 5%-15%
AUC 150 1.1
Except in the event of an immediate threat to life or property, no valves of the Iroquois Natural Gas Pipeline should be opened or closed without the approval of the FDNY IC in consultation with Con Ed Iroquois personnel. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
A) Agree
B) Disagree
A) Agree
AUC 150 4.5
Units arrive on scene of a reported leak in the Iroquois Natural Gas Pipeline. Which point below would be considered incorrect?
A) Initial actions should be to set up a perimeter and eliminate ignition sources.
B) Patrolling the pipeline to locate the leak will be done by the first arriving Engine and Ladder companies.
C) If the gas is escaping without ignition, the use of fog lines to assist may actually hinder the dissipation of gas.
D) If the natural gas has ignited, consider shutting down the gas supply.
B) Patrolling the pipeline to locate the leak will be done by the first arriving Engine and Ladder companies. (Incorrect)
(AUC 150 7.1)
*Squad or SOC support with meters will do this.
The first arriving BC operating at an alarm for a reported leak in the Iroquois Natural Gas Pipeline would be incorrect in which choice below?
A) Upon confirmation of a leak, transmit a 2nd alarm for the street box nearest the location.
B) When the leak is located, establish an Incident Command Post at a location consistent with existing conditions.
C) In the event of a sub leak, a Marine Company will be assigned to patrol the sub sea pipeline.
D) All venting will normally occur I’m Northport L.I. And must be coordinated by the IC with the Iroquois Gas Control Center.
E) Flag persons must be positioned at least 1000 feet on each side of the incident to warn members immediately upon any suspicious indication do an approaching train.
B) When the leak is located, establish an Incident Command Post at a location consistent with existing conditions. (Incorrect)
(AUC 150 7.1)
*The IC will set up an OPERATIONS POST consistent with existing conditions.
During a training exercise on the Iroquois Natural Gas Pipeline, it would be accurate to state that after consulting Iroquois/ConEd personnel, valves shall _________________?
A) Only be partially closed
B) Only be fully closed
C) Be partially or fully closed.
D) Under no circumstances be even partially closed.
A) Only be partially closed
(AUC 150 8.1)
*No full closures at any drill
While operating at a Brush Fire, members should be aware of all of the following terms except which?
A) Looking at the fire from the rear of the blackened area, the left side is called the left flank.
B) The head of the fire is called the leading edge.
C) Fingers are isolated small fires downwind from the main fire.
D) Bog fires start on the surface and burn downward into the soft spongy ground.
C) Fingers are isolated small fires downwind from the main fire. (Incorrect)
(AUC 151 3.3)
- SPOT FIRES are isolated small fired downwind from the main fire.
- Fingers are strips of long, thin sections of fire extending outward from the main blackened fire area.
Regarding the use of Brush Fire Units (BFU), it would be correct to state _________________?
A) BFU’s have MDTs and can also be dispatched by radio.
B) BFU’s shall always be designated by their assigned number on Department radio and handie-talkie (“BFU 3 to Command”).
C) BFU winches can be used for self extrication or used to tow out full sized apparatus.
D) BFU’s can knock over trees, go through hedgerows, or traverse streams.
B) BFU’s shall always be designated by their assigned number on Department radio and handie-talkie (“BFU 3 to Command”).
(AUC 151 4.5)
A - BFU’s DO NOT HAVE MDTs
C - Winches can tow SIMILAR SIZES VEHICLES
D - BFU CANNOT knock over trees and traverse streams
Units operating at Brush fires should know all of the following special vehicles/equipment are accurately described except which?
A) ATVs are equipped to remove injured members utilizing a mounted Stokes basket.
B) The one inch Forestry Hose, in 100 foot lengths, is intended only for wild land operations.
C) BFUs can be used for vehicle fires that are a sufficient distance off the road, which makes a hose stretch impractical.
D) A mini manifold supplied by one 2 1/2” line can supply up to three 1” hose lines.
E) The Rescue apparatus winch can be used to extricate bogged down apparatus.
D) A mini manifold supplied by one 2 1/2” line can supply up to three 1” hose lines. (Incorrect)
(AUC 151 4.7.1)
*Mini manifold can supply up to FOUR (4) 1” hose lines.
First alarm engines arriving at the scene of a brush fire would be correct to consider all of the following tactics except which?
A) A unit should not self commit to any operation unless a structure is exposed.
B) The initial attack should concentrate on mobility. Avoid hooking up to hydrants except to protect exposures.
C) The best time to move in for a close attack is when the wind diminishes.
D) Never attack or operate in front of the fire.
E) Brush fires should be attacked and extinguished from the flanks first, the units should move to the interior burning areas.
D) Never attack or operate in front of the fire. (Incorrect)
(AUC 151 5.4.3)
*AVOID this however it is acceptable TO PROTECT LIFE.
A captain conducting drill on brush fire operations was correct in which statement he made?
A) Streams should be directed at the flames above the burning brush.
B) Fire burning on hillsides will burn rapidly towards the top of the hill. Therefor units should be positioned at the top of the hill to protect exposures, and attack the fire from that position.
C) Using a water curtain to break up heat waves is generally effective.
D) Members can raise brooms in the air or operate streams into the air to verify their location to the IC.
D) Members can raise brooms in the air or operate streams into the air to verify their location to the IC.
(AUC 151 5.5.6)
A - direct streams AT BURNING BRUSH
B - position at top of hill but ATTACK FROM BOTTOM
C - water curtain to break up heat is INEFFECTIVE
Never operate a hose line beneath a high voltage line at a brush fire incident because electric current may be transmitted via the particles in the smoke. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
A) Agree
B) Disagree
A) Agree
AUC 151 5.11.11
The primary use of the NYPD helicopter at brush fire operations is for ___________________?
A) Implementation of fireground strategy
B) Control of field forces
C) Air Recon
D) Water Drops
C) Air Recon
AUC 151 9.1
A Battalion Chief special called to a 3rd alarm brush fire as the Air Recon Chief should be aware that the _________________________?
A) Helicopter will not fly in winds over 30 mph.
B) Helicopter has limited operating time of 1-2 hours.
C) Responding BC should call the NYPD Aviation Base and inform them of the response.
D) Use of the Bambi bucket is under the control of the ARC, in consult with the IC.
C) Responding BC should call the NYPD Aviation Base and inform them of the response.
(AUC 151 9.5)
A - Helicopter will not fly in winds over FORTY (40) MPH.
B - Helicopter has limited operating time of TWO-THREE (2-3hrs)
D - Bambi bucket under control of IC IN CONSULT WITH THE ARC.
General operational guidelines at manhole emergencies are accurately stated in which choices below?
- Cordon and tape off the immediate danger area for both FD and civilians, while stretching precautionary hose lines in the street beyond the predictable limits of fire or explosion.
- Endangered vehicles shall be removed from the danger area, and traffic control boxes must be considered when deciding the area of danger.
- After members pull a manhole cover, units may operate hose lines into them when fire conditions dictate and only when using a fog nozzle.
- The hose stream should be operated directly into the manhole until a Con Ed employee requests you to stop.
A) 1 only B) 2 & 4 C) 3 & 4 D) 1 & 2
A) 1 only
(AUC 180 2.1, 2.3, 2.4)
2 - DO NOT move vehicles in danger areas
3 - DO NOT pull manhole covers
4 - DO NOT operate line directly into manhole (let it roll in)
The IC has ordered an engine company to await the arrival of the Con Ed emergency crew. You as the engine officer would be correct if you knew which of the choices below?
A) That if the ETA of the emergency crew was more than 30 min, the IC could order the manhole be protected by traffic cones and tape, and all units go 10-8.
B) That if the ETA of the emergency crew was more than 20 min, the IC could also order you to return to quarters while leaving two members on the scene.
C) That if one member was left at the scene, and the unit returned to quarters, the battalion would provide relief for that member.
D) That if the ETA of the emergency crew was more than 15 minutes, the IC could order you to leave one member at the scene while you respond to assigned alarms.
A) That if the ETA of the emergency crew was more than 30 min, the IC could order the manhole be protected by traffic cones and tape, and all units go 10-8.
(AUC 180 2.6)
B - If crew was more than THIRTY (30) min, IC could order ONE (1) member be left at the scene.
C - It is the COMPANY OFFICERS RESPONSIBILITY to provide relief for the member left on scene. (Not the battalion’s)
D - THIRTY (30) min
When discussing transformer vault features with a probie, the Lt. was correct in which point?
A) The greatest hazard is the amount of electricity, but asbestos and PCB’s may also be present.
B) All transformers in vaults contain dielectric oil with PCB’s in the 10-49 PPM range. This makes this a non-PCB transformer and units may operate as if no PCB’s are present.
C) Transformers convert primary voltage (27,000) to secondary voltage (120 volts), and members should be concerned with only the higher voltage as being potentially fatal.
D) Transformer vaults are located underground and are easily noticed by members.
A) The greatest hazard is the amount of electricity, but asbestos and PCB’s may also be present.
(AUC 180 3.1.A)
B - The New York City Fire Department considers a transformer with
ANY AMOUNT of PCBs as a PCB Transformer. Operate
accordingly.
C - BOTH voltages are potentially fatal.
D - OVERHEAD transformers are easily recognized (underground vaults are not)
When operating at a transformer vault incident, members shall use full PPE and SCBA even in light smoke conditions, and shall also take how many of the following actions?
- Due to the amount of flammable liquid, stretch a precautionary hoseline and be prepared to initiate a foam operation.
- Teams of two members shall examine exposures taking CO readings in the meter room, surrounding rooms, and on the first floor.
- Make entry into the vault prior to Con Ed arrival if a known life hazard exists in the vault.
- Be prepared to re-examine exposures on a periodic basis as conditions can change rapidly.
A) One B) Two C) Three D) All
C) Three (choices 1, 2 & 4 are correct)
(AUC 180 3.3)
3 - WAIT FOR CON ED (even if a known life hazard exists)
When a snow or ice emergency is imminent, or Phase A or B of AUC 200 has been established, units shall insure how many of the following items are placed on the apparatus?
- At least 3 extra lengths of 2 1/2” rolled or folded hose on each engine and ladder.
- Specialized hydrant connection set up
- Containers of salt and/or sand.
- Tire chains, spare links and a link tool.
- 1 shovel
- Vehicle recovery strap with shackle
A) Two B) Three C) Four D) All
C) Four (2,3,4 & 6 are correct)
(AUC 200 3.3.3.C)
1 - At least SIX (6) EXTRA LENGTHS OF 2 1/2”
5 - TWO (2) SHOVELS
During cold-weather operations a Lt. should know that which of the following guidelines should not be followed?
A) Tower ladders, deck pipes, multi-versals, manifolds and pumps shall be drained after use and daily.
B) Officers shall extend the search after arrival at box locations, as tightly closed buildings could hide evidence of fire.
C) During intermittent line operations, the nozzle shall be cracked slightly to prevent freezing.
D) Aerial ladders shall not be raised unless absolutely necessary, and retracted at the earliest opportunity.
A) Tower ladders, deck pipes, multi-versals, manifolds and pumps shall be drained after use and daily. (Incorrect)
(AUC 200 4.2.1)
*Shall be drained FOLLOWING EACH ROLL CALL
Units arrive at the scene of a building fire on the second floor of a four-story OLT. Poor street conditions exist due to a heavy snowfall. Which would be considered a proper tactic for units to take?
A) The 1st arriving engine and the 1st and 2nd arriving ladder company shall enter the block.
B) Preference shall be given to the engine company to enter the block prior to the ladder, with the ladder company carrying portable ladders.
C) The engine apparatus should slowly proceed forward into the block for greater traction, and position the hose bed just past the building in anticipation of a backstretch.
D) If hydrants are inaccessible or frozen, units should consider the use of standpipes in nearby buildings.
D) If hydrants are inaccessible or frozen, units should consider the use of standpipes in nearby buildings.
(AUC 200 5.3.10 C & D)
A - ONLY FIRST DUE UNITS will enter the block.
B - LADDER GETS PREFERENCE (if building is greater than 3 stories)
C - Engine apparatus should proceed BACKWARD into block.
Members must use their SCBA in all of the following situations except?
A) Working on a fire escape and exposed to smoke.
B) Cutting a hole on a roof and exposed to toxic substances.
C) Performing a search inside a manhole
D) Searching for a water leak in a commercial building that has very few windows.
D) Searching for a water leak in a commercial building that has very few windows. (INCORRECT)
(AUC 220, TB SCBA 2.2)
- WINDOWLESS BUILDING (USE SCBA)
A ladder company is operating as an entire unit performing overhaul on the 1st floor of a commercial building. Which one of the following members in the IDLH area operated correctly?
A) The Irons FF completely removed his facepiece because his SCBAS cylinder was depleted.
B) The Can FF removed the SCBA regulator because his SCBA was malfunctioning and cutting off his air supply.
C) The OV FF whose SCBA cylinder was depleted, notified his officer he was leaving immediately, by himself, to go change his air cylinder.
D) The officer, whose cylinder was depleted, left with the Roof FF to exchange cylinders. He left the LCCS in charge temporarily of the remaining members of the unit until his return.
B) The Can FF removed the SCBA regulator because his SCBA was malfunctioning and cutting off his air supply.
(AUC 220 2.2)
A - Irons FF should have completely removed his REGULATOR
B - Correct
C - Never leave ALONE
D - TEMPORARY SUPERVISION MUST BE AN OFFICER
Facepiece sharing is prohibited with?
A) Only civilians
B) Only members
C) Civilians and members, unless extreme conditions allow for no other actions.
D) Civilians and members in all circumstances
D) Civilians and members in all circumstances
(AUC 220 2.7)
FACEPIECE SHARING NOT ALLOWED.
Members operating at a 3rd alarm took the following actions to provide an interim air supply for trapped individuals:
- When a member became trapped who could not be removed, they ran and quickly got the nearest available FAST PAK.
- When a civilian was trapped who could not be removed, they ran and quickly got the nearest available FAST PAK.
- When a member became trapped who could not be removed, they ran and quickly got a spare SCBA.
- when a civilian was trapped who could not be removed, they ran and quickly got a spare SCBA.
How many of these actions were correct?
A) 1
B) 2
C) 3
D) 4
2 - When a civilian is trapped you can use a FAST PAK OTHER THAN THE FAST TEAMS FAST PAK.
C) 3 (Choices 1,3,4 are correct)
(AUC 220 2.8)
At 0308 hours first alarm units respond to a report of a fire in a deli and on arrival at the scene determine that there is a minor smoke condition showing from the storefront window. After cutting a padlock, they are able to gain entry easily through the front entrance with no other damage. They then find a very small electrical fire that they extinguish with the can. Because they cannot locate anyone to safeguard the premises, they consider using the Battalion padlock. In this situation they would be correct to think that using the Battalion lock is?
A) Appropriate provided there is no other damage to the entire perimeter
B) Inappropriate because of the nature of the occupancy
C) Inappropriate because they forced entry
D) Inappropriate because there was a fire condition.
A) Appropriate provided there is no other damage to the entire perimeter.
(AUC 231, 2.1)
After using the Battalion lock to safeguard a premises, who is responsible to notify the dispatcher for entry on their Secured Premises List?
A) Company officer, from the scene, and should place the key on the apparatus.
B) Company officer, on return to quarters, and he should place key on the apparatus.
C) BC, from the scene, and he should place the key in Battalion vehicle
D) BC, on return to quarters, and he should place key in Battalion office
B) Company officer, on return to quarters, and he should place key on the apparatus.
(AUC 231, 4.2)
Regarding the selection of chauffeurs, department policy is accurately indicated in all of the following points except?
A) Members must have 3 years experience in the FDNY to be considered for Chauffeur Training School.
B) The Chauffeur Qualification checklist shall be a tool to assist the training officer and forwarded with the candidate when they are selected to attend Chauffeur Training School.
C) Members who have passed Chauffeur Training School are eligible for a position as a regular unit chauffeur.
D) If qualified chauffeurs are not assigned as Chauffeurs and/or Tiller FFs for an extended period of time, they shall practice operating the apparatus during drills and responding to alarms.
D) If qualified chauffeurs are not assigned as Chauffeurs and/or Tiller FFs for an extended period of time, they shall practice operating the apparatus during drills and responding to alarms. (INCORRECT)
(AUC 254, 3)
- They shall practice during drill and RETURNING FROM ALARMS.
The company commander must be aware that regarding the training and availability of School Trained Chauffeurs, it is accurate to state that?
A) Prior to attending CTS, each member must be given at least 10 hours of driver training.
B) Training shall be conducted by having members drive and/or operate the apparatus at MUD, inspection all activities, and responding and returning from alarms.
C) When a company commander believes a member is proficient I’m driving and operating the apparatus, am entry shall be made in the Company Journal.
D) If a company commander believes a members performance as a chauffeur is less than satisfactory, he may recommend, by written report with all relevant facts to the Chief of Operations that the members chauffeur designation be revoked.
E) ECCs transferred to ladder companies and LCCs transferred to Engine companies will have their prior unit chauffeur designation revoked 12 months after they transfer.
D) If a company commander believes a members performance as a chauffeur is less than satisfactory, he may recommend, by written report with all relevant facts to the Chief of Operations that the members chauffeur designation be revoked.
(AUC 254, ADD 1)
A - at least 5 HOURS OF DRIVER TRAINING
B - Training conducted while RETURNING from alarms (not responding)
C - entry made in OFFICER RECORD JOURNAL
D - Correct
E - Designation revoked IMMEDIATELY AFTER TRANSFER
You are the officer on overtime working in Reserve Apparatus 506 that has been activated and established in the quarters of Engine 206 as a CFR Engine for a 6x9 tour. In this situation you would be incorrect to think that you should?
A) Post a 3rd copy of the riding list at the HW desk
B) ID yourself to the Brooklyn CO as “Engine 506 acting Engine 206”
C) Utilize the Battalion Depot for your initial supply of CFR-D equipment and any further needed supplies during the tour.
D) Have a minimum compliment of 2 CFR trained FFs.
C) Utilize the Battalion Depot for your initial supply of CFR-D equipment and any further needed supplies during the tour. (INCORRECT)
(AUC 259 5.2)
- Tech Services initially / then Batt. Depot for additional supplies
When a reserve apparatus is utilized, who is responsible for a “Lost Property Report” is any equipment is lost during the tour?
A) The officer in charge of the apparatus while it was out of storage
B) The officer on duty in the unit at which the apparatus is stored.
A) The officer in charge of the apparatus while it was out of storage
(AUC 259, 7.2)
The primary consideration at PCB incidents is the safety of civilians and fire personnel. There are several different substances that are found in transformers that are used as coolants. Which one is incorrect?
A) If “oil” is shown in the type of fluid/coolant column, the PCB level will be “0”, a number or blank. If blank, assume equipment is PCB Contaminated (50-499 PPM PCB)
B) Silicon is a non PCB type of dielectric fluid used as a replacement for PCB fluids in a transformer.
C) A transformer cooled by air will contain large amounts of PCB.
D) Carcasses are “PCB transformers” taken out of service. If drained, they will always contain residual dielectric fluid.
C) A transformer cooled by air will contain large amounts of PCB. (INCORRECT)
(AUC 266 5.2.1)
- Transformer cooled by air will NOT CONTAIN PCB.
The NYC Fire Department considers a transformer with any amount of PCBs as a PCB transformer. Which is an incorrect procedure to take at a PCB incident?
A) Entrance into the contaminated or suspected area shall be kept to a minimum.
B) Deactivation of transformers shall be performed only by ConEd Personnel or FD members when accompanied by Engineering personnel.
C) When extinguishing fire, fog or foam shall be used for flammable liquids. Water shall be used for structural members.
D) Use of self contained masks is mandatory even in areas of light smoke condition. Breathing apparatus shall be used at all times until the Officer in Command confirms that the area is free of toxic gases.
B) Deactivation of transformers shall be performed only by ConEd Personnel or FD members when accompanied by Engineering personnel. (INCORRECT)
(AUC 266 PCB INCIDENTS 6.4.2)
- Deactivation of transformers shall only be performed by CON ED OR
ENGINEERING PERSONNEL. (NOT FD UNITS)
Decontamination procedures shall be implemented only when members or equipment are exposed to levels of PCBs of _______ PPM or higher.
A) 25
B) 50
C) Any amount
D) 500
B) 50 PPM
(AUC 266 PCB INCIDENTS 8.1)
- Federal Regulations = Less than 50 PPM is non-PCB
FDNY = any transformer that has PCBs is considered to be a PCB
transformer.
Which is an incorrect action for a High Rise Roof Team Officer to take?
A) Insure all members have their personal harness.
B) Approach the helicopter after receiving the signal from the pilot, co-pilot or crew chief.
C) Supervise loading and unloading in view of the pilot as directed by the crew chief.
D) Monitor the HT TAC U channel during flight.
E) After the helicopter has landed on the roof, select an assembly point near the helispot. Avoid using a bulkhead or other roof projection.
E) After the helicopter has landed on the roof, select an assembly point near the helispot. Avoid using a bulkhead or other roof projection. (INCORRECT)
(AUC 269 ADD 1, 4.3.5)
- Select assembly point AWAY FROM HELISPOT, NEAR BULKHEAD
OR ROOF PROJECTIONS.
Which safety requirement is not correctly stated?
A) All members must wear a personal safety harness or Life Saving Belt during flight operations as a High Rise Roof Chief or member of a High Rise Roof Team.
B) Raise nothing above the head in vicinity of the helicopter.
C) Do not approach the tail section under any circumstances.
D) Air Rescue Teams shall board the air rescue Bell 412 from amid ship.
D) Air Rescue Teams shall board the air rescue Bell 412 from amid ship. (INCORRECT)
(AUC 269 ADD 2, 3.1,2)
- Board Bell 412 from the FRONT.
The Air Recon Chief, High Rise Roof Chief, and High Rise Roof Teams will all wear Mustang Survival Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs). Which is the incorrect point about these devices?
A) The High Rise Roof Chief and High Rise Roof Team will don PFDs over their bunker gear prior to boarding the aircraft.
B) The Air Recon Chief will don PFDs over the work duty uniform prior to boarding the aircraft and will not be wearing any other PPE.
C) PFDs must be inflated manually by the member only after exiting the aircraft.
D) Although not designed for firefighting, PFDs can be worn while operating at fires.
D) Although not designed for firefighting, PFDs can be worn while operating at fires. (INCORRECT)
(AUC 269 ADD 2, 3.1.2)
- PFDs need to be REMOVED PRIOR TO OPERATING AT A FIRE.
Units would be operating properly in which choice below at an incident involving emotionally disturbed persons (EDPs)?
A) Units encountering possibly emotionally disturbed persons who are exhibiting bizarre behavior at an incident shall immediately notify the dispatcher to request a 10-47 for “Possible EDP”.
B) When persons are threatening to jump from a window, the primary concern shall be on the safety of the persons threatening to jump.
C) No attempts to forcible restrain the person shall be made by members at any time.
D) Units should not force entry to the door to an apartment which is on fire and contains an EDP until arrival of police personnel, and then done only at police request.
A) Units encountering possibly emotionally disturbed persons who are exhibiting bizarre behavior at an incident shall immediately notify the dispatcher to request a 10-47 for “Possible EDP.
(AUC 271 Policy Statements on EDPs 1.1)
A - Correct
B - Primary concern is PEOPLE ON SIDEWALK/STREET BELOW.
C - No attempts to forcibly restrain the EDP shall be made UNLESS
there is a direct threat of physical harm to FFs.
D - ABSENT of clear indications of fire or other imminent danger of a
type which mandates immediate FD action, forcible entry will be
delayed until PD arrives.
A Satellite Unit is made up of a Satellite apparatus and a companion 2,000 GPM Engine Company. Regarding the satellite apparatus, it would be incorrect to state?
A) It does not have any pumping capabilities.
B) It has two 3 1/2” gated female inlets and one 4 1/2” unchecked female inlet on each side of the apparatus.
C) When responding, the satellite apparatus shall be staffed with at least two firefighters, with the officer responding in the pumper.
D) If it is to be supplied by multiple hose lines for use of the deluge gun, the 3 1/2” gated inlet should be supplied first.
D) If it is to be supplied by multiple hose lines for use of the deluge gun, the 3 1/2” gated inlet should be supplied first (INCORRECT)
(AUC 274 1.2,3)
- UN-GATED INLETS supplied 1st
You are the officer of a Satellite Unit responding to a 2nd alarm to a structural fire near the waterfront on the West Side of Manhattan. Regarding the water supply for your unit and the possible hookup sites, you would be correct to think?
A) The use of a drafting site should be considered prior to a fire boat to supply the Satellite units.
B) Pumpers operating at draft are capable of delivering their full capacity of 2000 GPM; this is not so when being supplied by fireboats.
C) If during a drafting operation non-potable river or bay water is introduced into the potable water system, the dispatcher must be notified ASAP.
D) When the hydrant main size is less than 24” it is recommended that a 2nd hydrant or another pumper augment the water supply.
C) If during a drafting operation non-potable river or bay water is introduced into the potable water system, the dispatcher must be notified ASAP.
(AUC 274, 4.4)
A - Satellite should be supplied by fireboat FIRST.
B - BOTH can deliver full pump capacity.
C - Correct
D - When hydrant main size is less than 12 INCHES, it is recommended
that a 2nd hydrant or another pumper augment the water supply.
All appliances supplied by Satellite pumpers, including the manifold, shall not be shut down before consulting the Satellite Officer or Chauffeur and shutting down shall always be initiated at the 2,000 GPM pumper. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
A) Agree
B) Disagree
B) Disagree
(AUC 274, 7.3)
- EXCEPT for manifolds that are protected by Ross Relief Valves.
The officer of Satellite unit is operating at a multiple alarm where the IC instructs him to prepare to use his deluge gun on the upper floors of the building. The officer would be correct to think?
A) The further from the building he operates the deluge gun, the better the angle achieved as the gun is directed to upper floors.
B) A good nozzle pressure for the 2” and 2 1/2” tips is 200 psi.
C) A good nozzle pressure for the 3” and 3 1/2” tips is 250 psi.
D) The deluge gun shall not be placed into operation except on orders of the Water Resource Officer.
A) The further from the building he operates the deluge gun, the better the angle achieved as the gun is directed to upper floors.
(AUC 274, 5.3)
A - Correct
B - 2” and 2 1/2” tips = 125 psi
C - 3” and 3 1/2” tips = 100 psi
D - IC orders deluge gun operation
An engine company responding to a structural fire comes upon a town hydrant setup, where both hydrants are painted red and have two 4 1/2” outlets. Regarding the use of these hydrants, it would be correct to state that engine companies should?
A) Avoid the use of these special hydrants
B) Use these hydrants at any time as they are excellent supplies of water.
C) Use these hydrants only at fires that are not in the multiple alarm stage.
D) Use these hydrants only if hooking up to them with a hard suction.
A) Avoid the use of these special hydrants.
AUC 274 ADD 1
Upon arrival at an incident at a ABR In Process School, what shall be your immediate action?
A) Contact the principal or person in charge concerning the status and/or location of all non-ambulatory students for action and/or relay to the IC.
B) Contact the Fire Safety Director concerning the status and/or location of the alarm.
C) Have the LCC immediately ladder the Holding Area windows on the upper floors.
D) Contact the dispatcher and have him relay the information from the ISP to you over the department radio.
A) Contact the principal or person in charge concerning the status and/or location of all non-ambulatory students for action and/or relay to the IC.
(AUC 277)
A company commander is working when the department locksmith comes to quarters to change the lock combination of the entrance door. Who should the captain notify of the change?
A) Chief of Operations via letterhead report
B) Borough Command via email
C) Battalion and Division via memo
D) Supervising Dispatcher via telephone
D) Supervising Dispatcher via telephone.
AUC 300, 2.1.4
Ladder companies responding with 4 firefighters shall generally operate without which position covered?
A) Roof
B) OV
C) Can
D) FE
B) OV
AUC 287 ADD 1, 2.7
In which scenario is the 2nd arriving engine company, after conferring with the 1st arriving engine officer, generally capable of stretching and operating a 2nd hose line without assisting the 1st engine company with the 1st hose line?
A) Structures 3 stories or less and the amount of hose required is 4
lengths or less.
B) Structures 2 stories or less and the amount of hose required is 5 lengths or less.
C) Structures 1 story and the amount of hose required is 5 lengths or less.
D) Structures 1 and 2 stories and the amount of hose required is 4 lengths or less.
D) Structures 1 and 2 stories and the amount of hose required is 4 lengths or less.
(AUC 287, 4.6)
A company officer should have knowledge of Roster Staffing alarm assignment and response policies of the FDNY. Which of the following choices reflects a correct knowledge or the policies set forth in AUC 287? (More than one correct)
A) On receipt of an alarm for a structural response from an ERS, telephone or other form of verbal communication, two engines, two ladders, special units and one battalion chief will always be assigned.
B) If an alarm is received from two sources for an incident requiring a structural response, a total of three engines and two ladders will be assigned, along with special units and one battalion chief.
C) Upon receipt of a 7-5 signal, the 1st due officer should know that three engine companies will be assigned to respond.
D) Upon transmitting a 10-14 signal, the 1st due officer should know that three engine companies will be assigned to respond.
B) If an alarm is received from two sources for an incident requiring a structural response, a total of three engines and two ladders will be assigned, along with special units and one battalion chief.
D) Upon transmitting a 10-14 signal, the 1st due officer should know that three engine companies will be assigned to respond.
(AUC 287, 5.1)
A - IF AVAILABLE these units will respond.
B - Correct
C - Upon receipt of 10-75 SIGNAL, a 4th engine will respond.
D - Correct
Which point concerning Roster Staffing Overtime and detailing members is correct?
A) Each firefighter will have the opportunity to work 96 hours of scheduled overtime.
B) The Battalion Chief and company officer are to ensure that when a unit is in excess of their required staffing level due to RSOT, and a detail is to be provided from that unit, that the RSOT firefighter shall be detailed in all instances.
C) Firefighters shall provide to the greatest extent possible that details to other quarters, as well as awaiting relief, are distributed equitably.
D) Mutual exchanges of RSOT will only be permitted where the exchange is completed within 30 days of the schedule tour.
D) Mutual exchanges of RSOT will only be permitted where the exchange is completed within 30 days of the schedule tour.
(AUC 287, 3.5)
A - PROBIES AND FF ON FINAL LEAVES DONT GET RSOT.
B - NOT in all instances. NOT a firefighter with special skills (ex: LCC or
ECC)
C - COMPANY COMMANDER keeps records, not firefighters.
D - Correct
Detailing of firefighters from their assigned units to units in other quarters is essential to the department’s responsibility to provide equal fire protection for all areas of the city. Which point mentioned below is not in accord with detailing policies of the FDNY?
A) An officer whose unit is scheduled for AM training must leave quarters with the day tour members no later than 0915, therefore if that unit is awaiting a detail the battalion will insure his/her timely arrival.
B) Members detailed to units within one mile, or approximately 20 blocks, of their quarters have the option of walking, taking public transportation, or using their private vehicles.
C) Details after the start of the tour within the Battalion or Division shall have the unit providing the detail transport the member to the quarters where the member is detailed, and if the providing unit is unable to do so, the unit receiving the detail shall do the transporting.
D) A member may be directed to use public transportation, and if he is displaying a badge and carrying bunker gear, helmet and boots they would be permitted free use of subways and local buses.
C) Details after the start of the tour within the Battalion or Division shall have the unit providing the detail transport the member to the quarters where the member is detailed, and if the providing unit is unable to do so, the unit receiving the detail shall do the transporting. (INCORRECT)
(AUC 287, 8.1.2)
- The Administrative Battalion shall direct the company RECEIVING the
detail to proceed to quarters and pick up member. If receiving
company is unable to pick up member, then the unit providing
the detail shall do the transporting. (Help yourself first - if you are
getting a detail in your house, you go pick the, up)
All members shall use proper terminology to describe staffing levels over the department radio. How many of the following choices display good knowledge of the terminology to be used as per AUC 287?
- A ladder company officer responding to a structural fire with four
firefighters acknowledged by stating, “We are responding under
staffed” - An engine company with 4 firefighters was assigned to a gas leak in
an occupied MD. The officer acknowledged with a 10-14 signal in
lieu of a 10-4 signal. - A ladder company officer responding to a car fire with three
firefighters acknowledged by stating they are responding “under
manned” - An engine company officer responding to a 2nd alarm brush fire with
4 firefighters acknowledged with a 10-14 signal in lieu of a 10-4
signal.
A) 1 B) 2 C) 3 D) 4
A) One (Choice #2 is correct)
(AUC 287, section 11)
1 - Ladder company w/ 4 FFs = “we are responding with 4 FFs”
2 - Correct / Engine company with 4 FFs responds with 10-14
3 - Ladder company w/ 3 FFs = “we are understaffed with 3 FFs”
4 - Engine company responding to 2nd alarm = straight 10-4 signal
You are a lieutenant of an engine company that has been reduced to just yourself, the ECC and the Control FF due to LOD medical leaves during the tour. Which of the following would be a correct action on your part?
A) Place the company OOS, but respond to any verbal alarms received while in quarters.
B) Respond to only structural alarms, while awaiting details, and state to the dispatcher, “we are responding with Reduced Staffing”
C) Respond to all alarms, and if only unit on scene conduct operations according to normal SOP’s.
D) Respond to all alarms, and if only unit on scene, stretch a line to outside of IDLH atmosphere if confronted with a working fire.
D) Respond to all alarms, and if only unit on scene, stretch a line to outside of IDLH atmosphere if confronted with a working fire.
(AUC 287, ADD 1)
- Take a defensive position, cannot enter IDLH (unless known life haz)
In which of the following actions was a captain correct when leaving quarters for BISP-AM with a contractor performing work in quarters?
A) Had the housewatch firefighter close and lock the apparatus and entrance doors after the rig pulled out of quarters.
B) Had the contractor leave quarters, and told him he could return at 1300 hours.
C) Had the firefighter running the Super Bowl Pool store the large sum of money he collected in his locker, and ensure it was kept locked while the unit was out of quarters.
D) Had the doors to the department chaplain’s car, which was stored in quarters, locked and had a set of keys stored in a secure location at the housewatch.
D) Had the doors to the department chaplain’s car, which was stored in quarters, locked and had a set of keys stored in a secure location at the housewatch.
(AUC 300 2.1.2)
A - FF OTHER THAN the housewatchman.
- If there is a contractor in quarters, and the doors and windows can be locked or secured, the officer on duty shall notify the contractor that the contractor will be held accountable while his/her personnel are working in quarters during the absence of the unit.
You are a captain of a unit responding as 2nd due Ladder to a phone alarm for a fire in a MD. Your unit is fully staffed. You hear the 1st due ladder transmit “We are responding with 4 FFs”. Which alternate action should you anticipate ordering on your arrival?
A) Have Roof FF perform 1st due OV duties, and assign the OV FF to perform 2nd due OV duties.
B) Have the OV FF perform 1st due OV duties, and assign the Roof FF to perform 2nd due OV duties.
C) Have the LCC perform the 1st due OV duties, and assign the OV FF to perform 2nd due OV duties.
D) Have the Can FF perform 1st due OV duties, and assign the Roof FF to perform, 2nd due OV duties.
B) Have the OV FF perform 1st due OV duties, and assign the Roof FF to perform 2nd due OV duties.
(AUC 287, ADD 1, 5)
- The Roof FF, or other designated FF will perform 2nd OV duties.
An engine company returns from a false alarm box only to discover that the firehouse has been entered illegally, and the house tax draw has been burglarized while they were out. A witness states that a man ran out of the firehouse and got into a FDNY communications vehicle and drove off. How many of the following should the captain immediately notify?
- Administrative Battalion and Division
- Police Precinct
- BITS
- Office of the IG
- Bureau of Fire Investigation
- Deputy Director or Dispatch Operations
A) 2 B) 3 C) 4 D) 5
C) 4 (Administrative Bat & Div, PD, IG & Bureau of Fire Investigation)
(AUC 300, 3.1)
- If department employee is involved (notify IG)
If false alarm is involved (notify Bureau of Fire Investigation)
A member will be assigned to provide security if a company is unable to properly secure quarters. Which choice correctly lists the order of preference for obtaining this member?
A) Light duty or LSS personnel, Detail if staffing above level A (60 engines with 5 firefighters), Overtime
B) Detail if staffing above level A, Light Duty or LSS personnel, Overtime.
C) Detail if staffing above level A, Overtime, Light Duty or LSS personnel
D) Overtime, Light Duty or LSS personnel, Detail if staffing above level A.
B) Detail if staffing above level A, Light Duty or LSS personnel, Overtime.
(AUC 300, 4.2)
When FDNY members operate at emergencies involving fallen or damaged trees, certain guidelines must be followed. Which guideline listed below is correctly stated?
A) The FD is responsible for removal of debris from public property, including sidewalks, streets and areas from curb to property line.
B) There are only 2 instances when members may attempt to remove a tree that has fallen on a vehicle; to perform a rescue and to administer 1st aid.
C) Department operations on private property are limited to assisting trapped or injured persons and preventing unauthorized entry into the danger area, but members may also remove trees obstructing the entrance to a building.
D) Parks Department Forestry Division is capable of handling large trees, and once they are on scene and there is no fire or life hazard, the IC shall establish a Unified Command until operations are complete.
C) Department operations on private property are limited to assisting trapped or injured persons and preventing unauthorized entry into the danger area, but members may also remove trees obstructing the entrance to a building.
(AUC 301, 3.3)
A - The department is NOT responsible for the removal of debris from
sidewalks or private property.
B - There are 3 INSTANCES, to perform rescue, administer 1st aid and
to establish an emergency lane.
C - Correct
D - IC will turn operations over to Parks Dept. Forestry Division
The sap of a tree is a ___________ conductor.
A) non
B) poor
C) good
D) excellent
D) excellent
AUC 301, 5.6
Which operation listed below adhered to department policy as outlined in AUC 301?
A) A member attempting to cut a tree with a chainsaw was operating in the TL basket, kept both feet in the basket, was wearing the installed safety belt, started the saw in the basket and held it outside the basket until he shut it off.
B) A member attempting to clear an emergency traffic lane secured his personal harness to the aerial ladder rung, and after finishing cutting he shut down the chainsaw outside of the beams of the ladder.
C) A company apparatus shall not be used to drag or pull trees that are down in the street, unless there is a life hazard.
D) After Con Ed certified that an electric line that was entangled in a tree was de energized, members attempted to cut the tree with a chainsaw, avoiding the entangled wire.
A) A member attempting to cut a tree with a chainsaw was operating in the TL basket, kept both feet in the basket, was wearing the installed safety belt, started the saw in the basket and held it outside the basket until he shut it off.
(AUC 301, 5.6)
A - Correct
B - CANNOT CUT FROM AERIAL LADDER.
C - CAN USE RIG to drag or pull trees
D - DO NOT CUT or move trees entangled in wires.
The Department has implemented a link with Language Line Services to provide immediate over the phone interpretative services for more than 150 languages, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This service can be accessed in the following manner: which choice is incorrect?
A) Department telephones within firehouses or EMS stations.
B) Telephones located within a civilian residence or business.
C) Battalion or Division cell phones
D) These services may be accessed to provide language interpretation services during routine services to the public only.
D) These services may be accessed to provide language interpretation services during routine services to the public only.
(AUC 343, 3.1)
- These services provide interpretation services during routine AND
EMERGENCY situations.
Language Identification Cards have been issued to all units to be carried on the apparatus. When interacting with a civilian, is a member encounters a language barrier, the member shall: Please choose the incorrect procedure from the list below?
A) Use the Language Identification Card to help identify the language. The Language ID Card lists the languages most frequently encountered in NYC.
B) Show your members the language list.
C) A Language Line representative will be able to assist in pinpointing the language is it not possible to identify the specific language spoken by the civilian.
D) Contact the Language Line Service via telephone.
E) Language Line interpretation services shall be documented on the official Fire Report or PCR.
B) Show your members the language list (INCORRECT)
(AUC 343, 4.1)
- Show the CIVILIAN the language list.
You have just arrived as the 1st due ladder officer at the scene of a box truck that has crashed into the superstructure of the 59th street bridge, it should be noted that there is a heavy fire condition coming from the truck. There are no other units on scene, however you quickly realize that you should utilize the First Responders Bridge Manual Field Guide (green book) in order to identify any affected structural members. You would also know that you should transmit an incident assessment report to the Dispatcher using the sizeup section of the Field Guide. The report should include all of the following except which?
A) What has occurred
B) The life hazard
C) The magnitude and location of damage to the truck.
D) Firefighters actions
E) If the bridge is secured
C) The magnitude and location of damage to the truck. (INCORRECT)
(AUC 344, 1.4)
- Damage to BRIDGE (not truck)
“FOLDS”
F - FF actions O - what has OCCURED L - Life Hazard D - Damage to BRIDGE S - If bridge is SECURED
Who will determine whether to implement rescue, evacuation or defensive tactics at an incident where a truck has crashed into the superstructure of the 59th street bridge with a heavy fire condition coming from the truck?
A) 1st due BC
B) Deputy Chief
C) Command Chief
D) None of the above
C) Command Chief
AUC 344 , 1.5
Please choose an incorrect pre-incident guideline procedure from the list below.
A) Pre-Incident Guidelines shall be prepared by the administrative company and emailed to the administrative Battalion for verification and approval as a candidate for a Pre-Incident Guideline.
B) A regularly assigned Battalion Chief shall accompany the administrative company to the site in question for review prior to approval.
C) The on site visit by the administrative Battalion and company shall be made during a time that does not interfere with regularly scheduled BISP periods. These visits cannot take place during daily drill periods or MUD.
D) Any building which has a Pre-Incident Guideline must be included in the CIDS program. The FD designation PG must be included at the beginning of the transmitted data section.
C) The on site visit by the administrative Battalion and company shall be made during a time that does not interfere with regularly scheduled BISP periods. These visits cannot take place during daily drill periods or MUD. (INCORRECT)
(AUC 345, 2 & 3.1)
- Visits CAN take place during MUD and daily drill periods.
You are a company commander of a ladder company and you want to schedule your unit for additional training. You have some local infrastructure in your district that is very unique and you want to perform some additional drills at this location while you remain in service, you would know that you need to follow which procedure(s) below?
A) The unit or individual initiating the drill request shall complete and forward a Request for Training Form (TR-1), available on the Intranet, through the chain of command.
B) Once approved through the chain of command, the Borough Command shall email the Scheduling Unit at the Bureau of Training to ensure there are no scheduling conflicts with units involved in the drill.
C) Upon confirmation that no scheduling conflicts exist, the Borough Command shall review and forward the request to the Planning Unit. Final approval shall be granted by the Bureau of Operations.
D) The Scheduling Unit shall be contacted for any scheduling conflicts or variations to drill schedules.
E) None of the above
E) None of the above
(AUC 347, 1 & 2)
- Choices A - E (ONLY IF YOU ARE O.O.S.)
When a designated backup unit is staffed with one school trained chauffeur and one company trained chauffeur and is assigned to pick up a special units second piece, they shall be guided by the following: Which is the most correct item from the list below?
A) The company trained chauffeur shall drive the assigned apparatus accompanied by the officer.
B) The school trained chauffeur shall drive the second piece accompanied by another firefighter.
C) The assigned apparatus and the second piece shall travel as a convoy.
D) All of the above
D) All of the above
AUC 348, 3.4
If a chauffeur is granted leave after the start of the tour, the officer on duty shall: Please choose the most correct answer.
- Notify the administrative BC
- The unit shall remain in service only with a school trained chauffeur
from the quarters the member was working in when the leave was
granted. - If a school trained chauffeur is required, the BC shall detail a school
trained chauffeur from any unit within the battalion to cover the
vacancy. - If no school trained chauffeur is available from within the battalion,
DSCO shall be notified to detail a school trained chauffeur into the
unit to cover the vacancy. - If no school trained chauffeur is available citywide, the unit will be
placed O.O.S.
A) 1,3,4,5 B) 2,3,4,5 C) 1,2,3,4 D) 1,3,4
D) 1,3,4 (choices 2 & 5 are incorrect)
(AUC 348, 4)
2 - The unit shall remain in service with a school trained chauffeur OR
COMPANY TRAINED CHAUFFEUR from the quarters the member
was working in when the leave was granted.
5 - If no school trained chauffeur is available citywide, THE UNIT WILL
REMAIN IN SERVICE WITH A COMPANY TRAINED CHAUFFEUR.
Please choose an incorrect safety item from the list below in regards to positive pressure fans (PPF)?
A) The PPF shall never be transported while in operation.
B) PPFs should be lifted by two members whenever the fans need to come off the ground (e.g. on and off apparatus, up stairs)
C) Fans shall never be refueled inside a structure, unless absolutely necessary.
D) Fans should be inspected and started daily at the beginning of the 9x6 tour. Weekly at MUD, fans shall be started and allowed to run at full RPM for 5 minutes.
E) When running fans at an incident, exhaust hoses must always be attached to the operating fan in order to limit and control the introduction of CO inside the structure.
C) Fans shall never be refueled inside a structure, unless absolutely necessary. (INCORRECT)
(AUC 349, 11)
- Fans are NEVER refueled inside PERIOD.