AUC 151 159 200 205

Question 1

Primary use of NYPD helicopter at Brush Fire Ops
A. Implementation of fire-ground strategy
B. Control of field forces
C. Air Recon
D. Water drops

Answer 1

C Air Recon

Question 2

BC special called to 3rd alarm brush fire as Air Recon Chief (ARC) should know
A. Helicopter will not fly in winds over 30 mph
B. Helicopter has limited operating time 1-2 hours
C. Responding BC should call NYPD Aviation Base and inform them of the response
D. Use of Bambi bucket is under control of ARC in consultation with IC

Answer 2

C
Winds over 40 mph
Operating time 2-3 hours
Bambi bucket under control of IC

Question 3

Forward Refueling Site other than Floyd Bennett Field insure _ response
A. Foam Carrier and Foam Coordinator
B. Foam Tanker and Purple K Unit with associated Eng
C. Purple K Unit with associated Eng Co and BC
D. Purple K Unit with associated Eng and Lad

Answer 3

B

Question 4

Dispersal site during storm emergencies shall be visited by Chief Off _
A. Every 6 hours
B. Once during each tour
C. Once every 24 hours
D. Once every 48 hours

Answer 4

B Each Tour

Question 5

BC and DC’s and Co Off must be aware of flooding conditions in their response areas. Surveys shall be made to determine developing conditions. BC’s shall evaluate conditions by personal survey and unit advisement and report findings to _ at _ intervals

Answer 5

Division office/ 3 hour intervals AUC 159 5.3.9

Question 6

Choose correct for Recon Teams during severe storm (3)
A. Teams mission is to provide info to Branch Director/DC
B. Info should include locations of victims and resources necessary for rescue
C. Teams should only engage in extrication/rescue activity if there is an imminent life hazard
D. Teams comprised of 2-4 members who are mobile and easily identifiable to general public
E. Travel light and capable of moving about their assigned areas via land and water

Answer 6

A B E
C Should NOT engage in rescue activity ops. Recon’s purpose is Triage
D Travel inconspicuous

Question 7

RRV Task Forces primary means of communication between Task Force, Sector/Group Supervisor and ICP
A. Dept Radio
B. Cell phones
C. 800 MHz radio
D. DARS

Answer 7

D DARS, then 800 MHz, cell phone, Dept radio as last resort

Question 8

Phase B Winter Ops report to DC at 3 hr intervals incorrect
A. Main arteries which are impassable
B. Specific large areas or special hazards that are inaccessible
C. Possible relocation of units
D. Actions taken to alleviate conditions

Answer 8

C Percentage of response area impassable

Possible relocation of units to Host Companies is for Phase B Flooding

Question 9

Incorrect Hydrants
A. Units w/low water PR at fires shall advise IC. IC shall remedy problem and make notifications to Borough Cmdr/Cmd Ch and request DEP
B. W/in 1 hr of Phase I (Water Pr Alert), BC shall leave qtrs and physically survey districts to observe # of illegally opened hydrants. BC may have units assist w/survey
C. Every three hrs during Phase II, BC shall provide DC w/info received by units including # of illegally opened, # shut down, # of spray caps placed and any areas w/low pr that could affect FF ops
D. Open hydrant discharges approx 1000 GPM; Spray cap discharges 25 GPM. DEP will deliver hydrant caps and spray caps to Divisions and units can request via Ch of Cmd

Answer 9

C Every 2 hours AUC 205

Question 10

During "Water Pressure Alert" and "Water Pressure Emergency" units are req'd to take and record pressure readings on hydrants nearest qtrs every _
A. Hour from 1000 to 1800 hrs
B. Hour from 1000 to 2200 hrs
C. 3 hours, from 1000 to 1800 hrs
D. 3 hours, from 1000 to 2200 hrs

Answer 10

B

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Question 11

Phase II “Water Pressure Emergency” incorrect info faxed to Battalion
A. Number of illegally opened hydrants
B. Number of hydrants shut down
C. Number of spray caps placed
D. Number of summons issued
E. Areas experiencing dangerous low water pressure that could affect ops

Answer 11

D

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Question 12

BC receives a response ticket for a severe flooding condition during a severe storm at the intersection of Queens blvd and 63 drive. 3E 2L on scene and decide to implement dewatering ops because you can immediately alleviate dangerous traffic conditions. Shortly into the operation, you realize that more companies are needed above the first alarm. Your next coarse of action is to?
A: Transmit a 2nd alarm
B: Notify the DC
C: Notify the Command Chief after business hours
D: Notify the Borough Commander during business hours

Answer 12

B AUC 159 add 9 sec 2.4
Assignment of units above a 1st alarm for dewatering ops must be approved by a DC
Only 4 times we can dewater during a severe storm
1-Major safety and dangerous traffic problems can be alleviated by immediately dewatering major streets and highways that have been flooded by the storm
2-Where lives are endangered, such as, but not limited to; hospitals, nursing homes, and similar type occupancies
3-Where failure to dewater creates a serious fire hazard, such as; flood or rising water in close proximity to live electrical equipment or service, which cannot be disconnected safely
4- Where extensive property damage can be averted with a reasonable commitment of resources

Question 13

A severe storm is about to hit the the five Boroughs. You call each of your units under your command and remind them that the depth of the water to be crossed for first line units should not exceed _ inches?
A: 10 inches
B: 15 inches
C: 18 inches
D: 24 inches
E: 50 inches

Answer 13

C
AUC 159 sec 5.4.3
50 inches is for FDNY Hi-Axle vehicles

Question 14

Phase B has just been implemented due to Hurricane Jeff that has descended upon the NYC area.  All BCs shall evaluate conditions by personal survey and unit advisement in their administrative area and report findings to the Division at what hour intervals?
A: 4
B: 3
C: 2
D: 1

Answer 14

B
AUC 159 sec 5.3.9
Information to be relayed to the Division:
1-Main arteries impassable (by name)
2-Response areas flooded
3-Large areas or special hazards which are inaccessible
4-Action taken to alleviate conditions
5-Possible relocation of units to Host Companies

Question 15

Brush Fire Units (BFU) correct (2)
1- BFUs can be operated by any FF
2- FFs and/or Off of units quartered with BFUs may be detailed to the BFUs if, in the opinion of the BC having jurisdiction, it will maximize the operating efficiency of the concerned units
3- Any schooled trained chauffeur can operate the BFU
4- Battalions wherein the BFUs are quartered shall provide for assignment of FFs, and Divisions shall provide for Officers assignment

Answer 15

2 4
AUC 151 page 6
1-BFUs should be operated by trained members from their associated Eng company for efficiency, knowledge of limitations and accountability purposes
3-The BFU chauffeur is to be a member trained in operating the vehicle, including off-road driving. If necessary, a trained member from the associated Eng company shall be detailed to the BFU and the OT member utilized to back-fill the associated Eng Co
Remember, the BC is in charge of staffing FFs

Question 16

Company Storm Ops Coordinators shall initiate surveys to determine locations of institutional occupancies (hospitals, nursing homes, correctional facilities, etc.) and occupancies with pre-incident guidelines that may require special operating procedures during storm emergencies. Where necessary, pre-planned procedures for these locations shall be developed and evaluated during MUD and other drills. Contact lists for these institutions shall be updated starting every?
A: May 1st
B: June 1st
C: October 1st
D: November 1st

Answer 16

A) AUC 159 4.4.3

B) June 1st is when hurricane season starts

Question 17

Still Water Ops w/Flat Bottom Boat correct
A. All member of Water Rescue Unit must don CWS prior to commencing ops or they cannot enter water
B. Each victim shall be assisted into Flat Bottom boat and provided w/PFD
C. Assisting Eng should only enter water if more than 3 victims
D. EMS must be notified to respond and stage at entry point

Answer 17

B
A FFs of Water Rescue Cos trained in the use of CWS shall don suits prior to commencing ops. Remaining FFs of the Water Rescue Team shall be equipped with waders and a PFD. No member shall enter the water unless
equipped with a CWS or waders and a PFD.
C assisting Engine Company will not enter the water. Remain at the entry point with their CFR-D equipment
D EMS will be notified to respond when necessary

Question 18

Brush fire incorrect
A. Brush fires require extensive communications. The capabilities of the Field Comm Unit and Communications Units shall be considered
B. Utilize RUL to maintain status info of all resources
allocated to the incident
C. Units may be out of HT range and radio comm may have to be accomplished via borough dispatcher on the borough radio frequency.
D. Post Radio greatly enhances comm when used by Chief Officers operating on Primary Tactical Ch

Answer 18

D Command Channel AUC 151

Question 19

Brush fires correct
A. Eng on initial alarms should concentrate on protecting exp and hooking up to hydrants to ensure positive water source
B. Fire attack should begin immediately, even if exp are endangered. This ensures quick knockdown
C. Use extreme care on unpaved roads. If conditions doubtful, members shall proceed on foot. If still doubt do not proceed
D. Rescue and Sqd are not used in brush fires and only respond if special called by IC

Answer 19

C
A Eng on the initial alarm should concentrate on protecting exposures and maintaining mobility.
B Fire attack can begin once exposures are covered
D Rescue and Sqd can be assigned to protect and search exposures, conduct recon, or used at the discretion of the IC
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Question 20

Hurricane and severe storm preparedness are crucial for FDNY officers. In regard to storm preparation, all members shall be reminded of 'reception areas' each year on or about?
A: March 1st
B: August 1st
C: June 1st
D: May 1st

Answer 20

D AUC 159 4.2.6

Question 21

B-400 on January 1st, 2018, E-200 rig has a flat tire and the unit will be OOS for a few hours. B-400 consists of three double firehouses; E-300, L-400, B-400; E-400, L-500; E-500, L-600, and BFU1. As BC of B-400, with E-200 OOS, you decide to do what with the members?
A: Leave the unit intact since the repair would be less than four hours
B: Activate the BFU
C: Detail members to the Division for clerical work
D: Detail members to the Borough for clerical work

Answer 21

B When a unit quartered in the same battalion as a BFU goes OOS for mechanical reasons during periods when the BFU is not staffed independently, the BC may utilize members of the OOS unit to activate the BFU
BFU independently staffed from March 17 to April 30 and October 17th to November 30th
AUC 151 4.5.17

Question 22

Hydrant Pressure Chart is not posted. Correct
A: Units post Hydrant Pressure chart to monitor the PSI of the hydrant nearest qtrs during 1st full week in June
B: Units shall use the Hydrant Pressure chart to monitor the PSI of the hydrant nearest quarters during the second full week in May
C: The Hydrant Pressure chart shall be posted throughout the month of May
D: The Hydrant Pressure chart shall be posted throughout the summer season

Answer 22

D Units shall use the Hydrant Pressure chart to monitor the PSI of the hydrant nearest quarters during the first full week in May
AUC 205 add 2

Question 23

Large brush fire w/flames threatening two PD’s due to heavy wind correct (2)
A. Engine self-committed to PD’s to protect exposures and hook up to a hydrant
B. Use 2 1/2” charged line IFO fire to protect PD
C. Use 2 1/2” line as a water curtain to protect PD
D. Notify Dispatcher to inform IC where they are operating. They also request from Dispatcher two add’l Eng and 2 Lad companies

Answer 23

A D (AUC 151)
B If necessary to operate IFO fire (only to protect life), sufficient charged lines must be in place and capable of protecting operating forces. An on-rushing wall of fire can endanger operating forces
C Attempting to break-up heat waves by using a water curtain is generally ineffective. Instead, utilize streams to apply water directly onto exposures

Question 24

BFU incorrect statement?
A: BFUs are always in service and can be special-called to any incident.
B: When the services of a BFU is required during periods when the BFUs are not independently staffed, the associated Engine or another trained Eng will be assigned to respond with and staff the BFU.
C: IC may only request an Engine in quarters respond with the BFU if practical. Engines responding shall not be redirected to pick up these units.
D: Firefighters and/or officers of units quartered with BFUs may be detailed to the BFUs if, in the opinion of the Battalion Chief having jurisdiction, it will maximize the operating efficiency of the concerned units.

Answer 24

C) The Incident Commander may request that an engine company still responding to the scene be redirected to pick up and respond with the BFU if practical.

Question 25

Brush fire correct
A: Units were positioned at the top of the hill to cut off rapid fire extension and provide an attack on the fire.
B: Additional units were positioned to attack the fire from the left and right flanks and then moved to the interior burning areas.
C: LCS were used to break up heat waves and provide a water curtain to protect exposures.
D: Operating landlines were directed at the flames above the brush to provide a wide area of penetration and cover a greater area.

Answer 25

B AUC 151 – Brush fires
A - Incorrect - Position units at the top of the hill to protect exposures, but attack the fire from the bottom and work up. 5.4.16
C – Incorrect - Attempting to break up heat waves by using a water curtain is generally ineffective. Instead utilize streams to apply water directly to exposures. 5.4.17
D – Incorrect - Streams should be directed at the burning brush not at the flames burning above the brush. 5.4.13…

Question 26

Communications at brush fires incorrect
A: Use the capabilities of the Field Communications Unit
B: Use the capabilities of the Communications Unit
C: Utilize the Post Radio on the Command channel
D: Utilize the Borough dispatcher when units are out of H/T range
E: Utilize the Logistics Unit Leader to maintain status information of all resources allocated to the incident

Answer 26

E Resource unit leader

Question 27

As a BC in charge of dewatering ops, all of the following correct procedures should be adhered to except?
A: The total number of units committed to dewatering operations should not reduce the overall availability of Engine and Ladder Companies below 75%
B: IC must use discretion when committing more than 2 engines to a dewatering operation
C: Assignment of units above a first alarm assignment for dewatering operations must be approved by a DC
D: During a severe storm, units should not be committed to dewatering operations except where major safety and dangerous traffic problems can be alleviated by immediately beginning the dewatering of major st

Answer 27

B. More than a first alarm assignment
AUC 159 add 9 sec 2.3 and 2.4
D. During a severe storm, units should not be committed to dewatering operations EXCEPT in the following cases:
Where lives are endangered, such as, but not limited to; hospitals, nursing homes, and similar type occupancies.
Where failure to dewater creates a serious fire hazard, such as; flood or rising water in close proximity to live electrical equipment or service, which cannot be disconnected safely.
Where extensive property damage can be averted with a reasonable commitment of resources.
Where major safety and dangerous traffic problems can be alleviated by immediately beginning the dewatering of major streets and highways that have been flooded by the storm.

Question 28

Incorrect for large brush fire
A. Primary use of NYPD Aviation Unit at brush fires is air recon
B. Air Support Plan is activated upon transmission of all 3rd alarms
C. Water drops utilizing Bambi bucket should be confined to areas remote from FD operating units and used with great discretion and control
D. Bambi bucket is limited to 150 gal capacity

Answer 28

B Doubtful third alarms

Question 29

Incorrect for Swift Water Team
A. Swift Water Search Teams can be staffed and deployed with an operational period of 12 hours
B. Swift water is defined as any water moving at a pace greater than 3 km/hr or 5 knots, equivalent to a fast running pace
C. Once assigned as Swift Water Task Force, such units shall not undertake actions unrelated to Swift Water Task Force, nor detach from such task force without permission of IC or Branch Director
D. Eng can be utilized to transport flat bottom boats to the incident, patient assessment, and movement of victims to shelter

Answer 29

B 1 knot or a slow walking pace

Question 30

Dewatering ops incorrect
A. Where failure to dewater creates a serious fire hazard
B. Where lives are endangered
C. Where major safety and dangerous traffic problems can be alleviated by immediately beginning dewatering of major streets and highways
D. Where any property damage can be averted by a large commitment of resources

Answer 30

D Extensive property damage averted

Question 31

Dewatering ops incorrect
A. Assignment of Units above 1st alarm for dewatering ops requires approval of Borough Commander or Command Chief of duty
B. Optimum number of pumps are to be supervised by minimum number of units
C. Total number of Units committed to dewatering ops should not reduce overall availability of Eng and Lad below 75%
D. Specialized dewatering units should be special called and fully employed when necessary

Answer 31

A Deputy Chief