AUC 310 314 317 323 325 331 336 337 338 344 345 349 351 360 362

Question 1

Incorrect "Danger Do Not Enter Tape"
A. Except to save life
B. Unless authorized by IC
C. Unless authorized by Sector Chief
D. Unless authorized by Safety Chief

Answer 1

D

Tape applies to all members throughout operation

Question 2

Where is “Do Not Enter Tape” carried?

Answer 2

Battalion and Division rigs

Red with Black lettering

Question 3

Transformer fire in Con Ed Transmission Substation with no Con Ed personnel incorrect
A. Request response of Con Ed via Dispatcher
B. Set up HL/LCS to protect exposed bldgs around the substation
C. Stretch, but do not charge, 3 1/2” supply line to sprinkler Siamese if present
D. Have TL raised and kept at 18’ safe clearance horizontally from exterior fence line

Answer 3

A if a White Hat is not on scene, call the posted number and request that one respond

Question 4

BC shall review Probationary FF Training notebook
A. At least once a week
B. At least once a month
C. Quarterly
D. During Company Drill Visits

Answer 4

D

Question 5

Fire w/10-45 Code 1 and a smell of gasoline w/fire being deemed suspicious. Which is incorrect
A. You order the victim to be left in the position found and no overhaul near the body until BFI Marshals arrive
B. IC should not use the HT to notify members at scene of likelihood that this is a crime scene
C. Direct members to place barriers to limit access to fire scene
D. Since fire is suspicious, it is now a criminal investigation

Answer 5

B Use HT to notify units

Question 6

Aircraft ops at JFK/LGA incorrect
A. Objective of FD is to render assistance to PA
B. PA Tour Cmdr is IC
C. FD may only enter aeronautical field w/o PA escort when airport is shut down
D. FD pull boxes are located in control towers at JFK and LGA

Answer 6

C Under NO Circumstances shall FD enter without PA Escort

Question 7

Primary Function of FD at airport emergency/crashes
A. Delivery of foam concentrate to resupply PAPD trucks
B. Ensuring an adequate delivery of water to scene
C. Search for flight data recorder
D. Waterborne search and rescue

Answer 7

B

Question 8

Airplane crash in airport correct (2)
A- 1st BC shall make contact w/PAPD and ascertain the type and nature of incident
B- 1st BC shall designate a Co Off to command SA until the arrival of 3rd BC
C- 1st BC notifies FD dispatcher to have all responding Chief Officers to activate their post radios and cell phones
D- 1st BC shall activate their 800 MHz radio and cell phone
E- Communications from Cmd Post to SA can be accomplished by Post Radio directly to SA the Staging Area, or Dept Radio if two Post Radios are not yet available, or PA Radio to the PAPD Liaison at the SA

Answer 8

A D
B- until arrival of 2nd BC
C- 800 MHz radios not Post Radios
E- 800 MHz radios not Post radios 
AUC 325

Question 9

Proby notebook correct: (3)
A- At the end of each month, a proby gets 3 attempts to take a 20 question quiz
B- Co Cmdr shall initial and date once a month in red the proby notebook
C- Cross unit details can be conducted after completing 60 days of service where assigned
D- Cross unit details shall be for a period of 60 days
E- An OSA-2 is needed for a cross unit detail

Answer 9

A B E
C- 90 days
D- 90 days

Question 10

Energized Con Ed correct
A: 15 feet on live 138 kV electrical components for 30° or less fog streams.
B: 75 feet on live 138 kV electrical components for all straight/solid streams and streams less than 130° fog. This distance is equal to approx 1½ lengths of hose
C: 25 feet on live 345 kV electrical components for 30° or greater fog streams. This distance is equal to approx 1½ lengths of hose
D: 125 feet on live 345 kV electrical components for all straight or solid streams and streams less than 30° fog. This distance is equal to approx 2 ½ lengths of hose

Answer 10

D
A 15 feet on live 138 kV electrical components for 30° or greater fog streams.
B 75 feet on live 138 kV electrical components for all straight/solid streams and streams less than 30° fog. This distance is equal to approx 1½ lengths of hose.
C 25 feet on live 345 kV electrical components for 30° or greater fog streams. This distance is equal to approximately one-half (½) length of hose.

Question 11

As the IC of an operation where Rescue has deployed Scuba Divers off shore to search for a drowning adult, you would be correct to ensure such divers do not dive deeper than?
A: 100 feet
B: 60 meters
C: 90 feet
D: 60 feet

Answer 11

D AUC 337 p13

Question 12

Bridge incorrect
A: Assessment could be made from land units, marine units and helicopters, depending on conditions.
B: FDNY IC MUST relay gathered info to the Command Chief and be ready to answer any additional questions.
C: Decisions on strategy and tactics will be based on incident reports from the scene. Maintaining radio and cell phone communication w/the Cmd Chief is critical.
D: NYCDOT and MTA Bridge and Tunnel engineers are to be notified of information gathered from the Incident Assessment Report via OEM liaison once the incident is under control.

Answer 12

D NYCDOT and MTA Bridge and Tunnel engineers are to be notified immediately through FDOC of information gathered from the Incident Assessment Report.
AUC 344 1.3

Question 13

Response ticket for LaGuardia Box 37. En-route you glance at the ticket and notice you are the second due chief for this run. You would be correct to believe that your designation would be the _?
A: All-Hands Chief
B: Resource Unit Leader
C: Safety Officer
D: Staging Chief

Answer 13

D AUC 325 add 1 sec 1.2
Know this bulletin cold, especially how to communicate between the ICP, Staging area, and the PA Mobile Command Post (RUL is assigned here)

Question 14

Incorrect operational tactic for a bldg with a cell site.
A: Special call an additional engine and ladder company, if the cell site installation is involved
B: Insure TL response on the initial alarm for a fire reported in these buildings
C: Consider stretching a handline to the roof at upper floor fires
D: Special call a Safety Officer above the 10-75 to supervise roof operations

Answer 14

D- Special call a BATTALION CHIEF above the 10-75 to supervise roof operations
AUC 331 section 6
NOTE: AUC 351 Photo-voltaic Electrical Systems (last bullet on bottom of page 6) it states: A Safety Officer should be assigned to the roof to oversee operations when FFs are working in close proximity to a PV system

Question 15

First Responder's Bridge Manual "Field Guide" is for use by 1st Responders to increase awareness of potential haz, ID structural components and accurately report details at the scene of an incident on a particular bridge. What color is the "Risk Management Guide”?  
A: Red
B: Green
C: Yellow
D: Orange

Answer 15

A The Risk Management Guide is for use by the Command Chief.
B) Field Guide.
D) Emergency Response Guidebook for Haz-Mat incidents.
AUC 344 1.2

Question 16

Electrical substation incorrect
A: Sulfur Hexafluoride Gas (SF6), a colorless, odorless gas used to insulate and extinguish arcs in electrical equipment, is twice as heavy than air.
B: Capacitor Banks found in locked, caged-in areas pose an electrocution hazard. Even after power has been removed, capacitors retain a potentially deadly electrical charge.
C: Thermal decomposition of SF6 gas produces Hydrogen Fluoride, which has a strong, irritating odor similar to rotten eggs, and Metal Fluoride powder, a white powder that is extremely corrosive to bare skin.
D: Led/acid batteries found in the substation’s battery room contain 5 to 10 gallons of 30% to 40% sulfuric acid which is corrosive, and can vaporize, resulting in a deadly mist if inhaled.

Answer 16

A) Sulfur Hexafluoride Gas (SF6), a colorless, odorless gas used to insulate and extinguish arcs in electrical equipment is five times heavier than air.
AUC 338 Add 2 2.3, 3.4, 3.5

Question 17

Resource Unit Leader assigned to JFK crash box 269.  Maintain communications with the IC and the staging area. Which of the following is not listed as a means of communication between posts?          
A: Handle-Talkie
B: Cell Phone
C: 800 MHZ Radio
D: Post Radio

Answer 17

AUC 325 ADDENDUM 2

D - The post radio is NOT listed as a communications option 3.3 pg 2

Question 18

Fire on the 3rd floor of a 7 story H-type MD which has a cell-phone site on the roof. Correct
A: Chief special called an add’l engine and truck because the building has a cell phone site.
B: Chief ensured a TL responding after transmission of the 10-75 because the bldg has a cell site
C: Chief special called an add’l BC above the 10-75 to supervise roof ops because bldg has a cell phone site.
D: Chief ordered a handline stretched to the roof to protect egress and against extension because the building has a cell phone site.

Answer 18

AUC 331 – CELL PHONE SITES
C is Correct – Note that unlike the other choices, C makes no mention of where the fire is in the building 6.5
A - Incorrect – if the cell site is involved, special call an additional engine and ladder 6.3
B - Incorrect – Insure tower ladder response on the initial alarm for a reported fire in these buildings 6.4
D - Incorrect – Consider stretching a handline to the roof at upper floor fires. 6.7

Question 19

Extinguish fire in a battery room at Con Ed Substation
A. Dry chem extinguisher only
B. Carbon Dioxide extinguisher only
C. Dry chem extinguisher or water from safe distance
D. Carbon dioxide or water from a safe distance

Answer 19

C CO2 should NOT be used as an extinguishing agent. The plastic battery shell may crack when cold CO2 gas is applied to the fire causing sulfuric acid to spill out and be vaporized by the heat. This creates a respiratory hazard as the acid in the batteries is very corrosive. Dry chemical extinguishers will work here as will water application from a safe distance

Question 20

BC at fire where the Noz FF burns knees and is transported to the hospital by EMS and placed on Medical Leave. Correct
A. Contact Division Messenger Van to transport member’s bunker gear to Safety Battalion
B. Contact SOC to provide loaner gear to member and will deliver affected gear to Quartermaster
C. Contact Safety Battalion who will arrange for collection of the gear
D. Upon returning to Full Duty, have the member deliver affected gear to Quartermaster for replacement

Answer 20

C Medical Leave granted- have Safety arrange for collection

Question 21

FD member suffers a life threatening injury. Choose incorrect for Safety Battalion investigation
A. Ensure scene is secured and guarded, and only individuals w/specific reason to enter should be allowed inside perimeter
B. Maintain scene secure until Safety Chief and Chief of Operations determine otherwise
C. Any item that could have a bearing on the investigation should be secured and protected until turned over the Safety Chief
D. Est a LOG to record all facts including description of items turned over to Safety Chief as well as any movement of evidence

Answer 21

B Safety Chief and Chief of Investigations

Question 22

Life threatening injury to FF and equipment needed to be preserved incorrect
A. Leave FF’s HT on Channel found and ensure battery remains connected to radio
B. Leave SCBA cylinder and purge valves in position found. If necessary to close a cylinder valve, the pressure readings of both the cylinder and remote gauges should be noted and recorded, as well as exactly how many turns were req’d to close the valve
C. Take necessary measures to prevent further inj/damage resulting from tools but do not force or manipulate tool any more than absolutely necessary
D. Designate a specific Off or unit to locate and secure any tools and equipment ASAP. Prior to removing, record exact location and position of such tools and equipment

Answer 22

A Take battery out to conserve

Question 23

JFK aircraft correct
A. 1st BC assume role of IC and est Single Agency Command
B. BC can modify FD response based on size up and info received from PAPD
C. Contact responding DC via 800 MHz radio and provide particulars of incident
D. Direct 2nd BC to incident site upon arrival of a PAPD escort

Answer 23

B
A PAPD Tour Commander is IC
C Contact DC via Cell phone
D 2nd BC goes to Staging Area

Question 24

Airport Ops, communications from IC at Command Post to Staging Area would be preferably accomplished via
A. HT Command Channel
B. PA Radio to PAPD Liaison at Staging Area
C. Queens Dispatcher via Dept Radio
D. 800 MHz radio if two are available

Answer 24

D

Question 25

LGA confirmed plane crash. Resource Unit Leader assigned 
A. ICP
B. Staging Area
C. PA Mobile Command Post 
D. Gate 3 Marine Air Terminal

Answer 25

C

Question 26

Solar Panels Photovoltaic found on roof. Incorrect
A. Hose streams should not be applied onto energized PV components
B. Fog noz used from a distance, set at 30 degree fog is recommended
C. Foam stream may be used to limit conductivity concerns
D. Incipient fires may be extinguished using Class C (Dry Chem) portable fire extinguishers

Answer 26

C

Question 27

When considering the use of an exterior stream to attack a burning EIFS on the exterior of a building, you would be correct to know that a Tower Ladder solid stream with a 2” tip, and supplied with 100 psi, has a vertical reach (from the tip of the nozzle) of?
A: 135’
B: 110’
C: 75’
D: 40’

Answer 27

A AUC 362 3.1

Question 28

“Member Tracking Chief” following a third alarm fire, you arrive at the hospital and take the following actions. Which is incorrect?
A: Confirm the name and unit of member(s) along with nature of injury.
B: Notify FDOC and the Staff Chief on-duty of the situation and give update.
C: From hospital administrator, request the use of a single, dedicated room.
D: Secure a fax line and fax machine

Answer 28

C
From hospital administrator, request the use of TWO rooms. One used for F.D. Command Post (verify availability of telephones and numbers in Command Post). Second room for family with telephones.
AUC 336 Add 1

Question 29

Operational considerations are many when dealing with fires in EIFS buildings. Of the below statements, which are correct about fire operations?
(1) Upon the transmission of a 1075, an add’l Eng and Lad should be special called
(2) EIFS buildings shall be entered into CIDS and a TL should be added to the initial assignment
(3) A satellite monitor can provide the greatest reach of all the solid stream options
(4) A 1 3/4 handline with 15/16 tip will provide greater vertical reach than a 2 1/2 handline with a 1 1/8 tip
(5) Initial handlines should be positioned for both interior and exterior attack on the fire…
A: 1,2,5 are Correct
B: 2,3,4 are Correct
C: 1,4,5 are Correct
D: 1,3,4 are Correct

Answer 29

C #1 - Correct - 2.8 #2 - Tower Ladders do not have to be assigned on the initial assignment. 2.7 2.8 
 #3 - See Chart 3.1 -- Tower Ladder provides the greatest reach.

Question 30

At a major aircraft emergency at JFK or LGA the \_\_ arriving BC will be the Staging Area Manager and communicate with the ICP via \_\_ radio
A: 2nd, Post
B: 3rd, Post
C: 3rd, 800 MHz
D: 2nd, 800 MHz

Answer 30

D If two 800 MHz radios are not yet available, then it would be Department radio via Queens dispatch
800 MHz radio will be channel 6B
AUC 325 sec 5.2.2, 5.3

Question 31

At a critical incident, where a member suffers a life threatening injury, incorrect
A: Isolate the scene and maintain security until the Safety Chief and the Chief of Operations determine otherwise
B: Secure evidence. This includes, but not limited to protective clothing, SCBA, HTs, and apparatus. The evidence should be secured by the IC or his designee
C: When members are transported to the hospital, the IC shall obtain information from EMS and have the Borough Dispatcher send a BC designated as the Member Tracking Chief, to that hospital
D: Whenever a member suffers an injury as a result of using a tool or piece of equipment, it is essential that the Safety Command recover the item in the same condition as when the injury occurred

Answer 31

A Safety Chief and the Chief of Fire Investigation
AUC 314
Dont get this confused with Arson (Training Bulletins/Arson 1 sec 4.1) No one is to cross established fire lines during a fatal fire and arson investigation unless authorized by the assigned Fire Marshall and/or Chief of Operations

Question 32

You have just been designated the Battalion Training Coordinator for B-500. As the Battalion Training Coordinator, you expect the Proby Training Notebooks to be forward to you when?
A: 13th and 17th months
B: 9th and 17th months
C: 9th and 13th months
D: 17th month only
E: 13th month only

Answer 32

A Forward Training Notebook to the Battalion and Division Training Coordinator. Books will be returned to the member upon completion of evaluation
Remember: Chief officers review Training notebook during company drills visits. Initial and date in red ink
AUC 323 add 2 sec 2

Question 33

The most correct tactic for a cell site located on or within a building can be found in which choice?
A: Special call an additional engine and ladder company, for a report of a fire in these buildings
B: Ensure a TL response only if the cell site is involved in fire
C: Special call an additional ladder company above the 10-75 to supervise roof operations
D: Ladder companies should consider utilizing portable dry chemical extinguishers at incipient fires

Answer 33

D
A- Special call an additional engine and ladder company, if the cell installation is involved
B- Ensure a TL response on the initial alarm for a reported fire in these buildings
C- Special call an additional battalion chief above the 10-75 to supervise roof operations
AUC 331 sec 6

Question 34

Choose the incorrect procedure when arriving at the hospital as a “Member Tracking Chief.”
A: Confirm name and unit of member(s) along with nature of injury
B: Notify the Division and Borough Command Chiefs of situation and give update
C: Obtain and verify injured member information from FDOC or Unit. Prepare F.C. Liaison rundown and injured member form
D: Contact hospital administrator and request the use of 2 rooms. One for FD Command Post, and one for family

Answer 34

B Notify FDOC and Staff Chief on-duty of situation and give update
AUC 336 add 1

Question 35

Correct Pre-Incident Guideline procedure:
A: Pre-Incident Guidelines shall be prepared by the administrative company and forwarded to the administrative battalion via the “bag” for verification and approval
B: Pre-Incident Guideline template can be requested via an email from the “Stationary Room” located at HQ
C: Once finalized and approved, the administrative Battalion Commander will determine the frequency and type of drills required
D: Once finalized and approved, the Unit, Battalion, and Division shall make 2 copies. One to be placed in binder located on apparatus, and one copy to be placed in binder located in company office for necessary reference

Answer 35

D
A- Forward to Battalion via email
B- Found in the “Forms” section of the FDNY Intranet
C- Division Commanders will determine the frequency and type of drills required
AUC 345 pages 1-2

Question 36

Correct (2) Substations

1) First arriving Chief officers are to respond to the designated muster site designated by a large decal depicted with a FD shoulder patch and Con-Ed/Fd chief’s white helmet
2) Have Con-Ed white hat retrieve information from the “lockbox” located outside of the substation
3) Have Con-Ed personnel extinguish small battery room fires with carbon dioxide extinguishers
4) FDNY members are not to cut any fences or force open locked doors or gates
5) When raising aerial ladders and TL buckets, maintain a 10-foot safe distance clearance horizontally from the substation’s exterior fence line

Answer 36

1 and 4 are correct
2- located INSIDE subsubstation
3- Carbon dioxide should not be used as an extinguishing agent at these fires. the plastic battery shell may crack when cold CO2 gas is applied to the fire causing sulfuric acid to spill out and be vaporized by the heat…use Dry Chem or water from a safe distance
5- 18 feet

Question 37

You are operating at a fire in a taxpayer and the fire is now under control. You are charged with the task of coordinating the ventilation of the 100x100’ bldg where CO readings are in the 100 PPM area. Which statement regarding using fans for ventilation is correct?
A: Gasoline powered positive pressure fans will not significantly reduce the CO levels due to the emissions produced by the fans.
B: In the area where the fire was controlled by sprinklers, the exhaust area should be as low as possible to minimize the smoke damage to the structure.
C: The air inlet where the fan is located should be double the size of the exhaust opening.
D: Fans blowing fresh exterior air into the structure have shown to be 75% more efficient than negative pressure ventilation.

Answer 37

AUC 349
D is Correct – 9.3
A – Incorrect – If CO levels are 0-60 range, PPF will not significantly reduce those levels.
B – Incorrect – Exhaust area should be as high as possible 9.2
C – Incorrect – Exhaust opening should be double the size of the opening where the PPF is located 9.2

Question 38

When it comes to the MTA Bridge/Tunnel guide book, choose the incorrect choice.
A: Assessment of a bridge/tunnel incident, must be relayed to the Command Chief by the first arriving chief officer (IC), if DC not on scene
B: If DC not on scene, the first arriving BC shall maintain information sharing with the Command Chief via radio or cell phone
C: The Risk Management manual can be obtained on scene by the highest-ranking MTA Police Official on duty at each bridge
D: The First Responder’s Bridge/Tunnel manual is red in color

Answer 38

D First Responder’s Bridge/Tunnel manual is GREEN carried on all units with the ERP guidebook colored ORANGE
Risk Management/Executive manual is RED AUC 344 pages 1-5

Question 39

Choose incorrect for Bridge
A. After receiving a report that the bridge is sagging, you transmit info via Dept radio and call Cmd Chief via the Battalion Cell phone
B. Used the MTA First Responder’s Bridge Manual, Green book, to transmit an incident to the Dispatcher
C. Transmitted signal 10-75 and 10-86 and ordered, 1st Lad to the incident to use their Hurst Tool to extricate two occupants on a severely damaged vehicle on the bridge
D. MTA Bridge and Tunnel engineers were notified immediately via FDOC of the life hazard and magnitude and location of damage to the bridge

Answer 39

C BC cannot commit members to bridge

Question 40

Choose correct for Pre Incident Guides
A. SA Chief may arrange a joint visit to approve PG Bldg
B. On site visit may be made during BISP, daily drill, or MUD
C. When PG is finalized and approved, Battalion shall email it to Borough for exam and approval
D. Eng 123 must submit a CIDS entry for PG. Off in consultation with Admin Battalion must decide what portion of vital info from PG will be included in CIDS

Answer 40

D
A Must be an assigned Battalion Chief
B BISP no good. Drill or MUD is ok
C Once finalized and approved, the Battalion shall email the PG to the administrative Division for examination and approval. Upon approval, the admin Division shall email the PG to fireops@fdny.nyc.gov (CC to the Borough Command) for final inclusion as well as posting to the FDNY Intranet.
PG will have at a minimum, one on-scene familiarization drill each year