AUC's Flashcards
What is considered a priority hydrant?
Only hydrant on a block or a hydrant protecting valuable target
What are the codes for the CD-63 (defective hydrant report)?
Code1: Broken barrel- unserviceable
Code2: Unserviceable-visibly intact mechanically defective
Code3: defective but serviceable
Code4: cap or chain missing
Every officer (whether on-duty or while on/in any Department premises, property, or vehicle(s)) who reasonably suspects or knows that any member has engaged in prohibited conduct? Alcohol/Drugs “PROBBE” AUC 202
- “P” Prohibit on and off duty members from leaving premises.
- Immediately “R” relieve the on duty member(s).
- Unit placed “O” OOS.
- Notify the Admin. “B” battalion.
- Notify “B” BITS.
- “E” Entry in the company journal.
In subways, a member directed to halt traffic shall use a light in which ways?
Use the light in a back and forth motion, waist high.
AUC 207 and also in Under River Rail Operations
The following equipment shall be assembled in readiness and placed on the company engine and ladder when snow or ice emergencies are imminent. Or Phase A or B established:
- At least 6 extra lenghts of 2 1/2 rolled or folded
- 2 shovels
- Containers of salt and/or sand
- Vehicle recovery strap with shackle
- Tire chains, spare links, and link tool
- Specialized hydrant connection setup by individual commanding officers
- AUC 200
All Special Assignment (SA) Officers, prior to the completion of their tour, shall fill out the Special Assignment Officers Activity Report (BP-82) and fax it to?
Their assigned Division AUC 82 (4.1)
Prior to attending Chauffeur Training School, each member must be given at least __ hours of driver training, not including emergency responses.
5
AUC 254 Add. 1 (3)
What are the definitions of the following terms?
1) defective hydrant
2) serviceable hydrant
3) unserviceable hydrant
1) Defective hydrant- any hydrant that is frozen, in need of repairs, or not supplied with water
2) serviceable hydrant- can be used for firefighting purposes
3) Unserviceable hydrant- cannot be used for firefighting purposes
What is a
Reduced staffed unit
&
Under staffed unit
Reduced staffed unit: group 1 unit with 4 FF’s
Notify dispatcher “we are responding with 4 FF’s”
Understaffed Unit: group1,2,3,4 unit responding with less than 4 FF’s
Must notify dispatcher “responding understaffed” and state the # of FF’s responding
What are the different types of brush fires and their properties?
1) Surface fires- burns grass,weeds,small trees,leaves on the ground. They are fast moving and the most common in NYC
2) Bog fires- start on the surface and burn downward. They burn slowly and for extended periods of time. Common in dried out swaps or marshlands
3) Crown fires- burn along the tops of trees, extending by direct flame contact and heat waved. They rarely occur in NYC
(AUC 151 3.2.1)
Weather is the controlling factor affecting the severity and incidence of brush fires. Serious brush fires occur when what weather conditions are present?
1) Low humidity
2) winds in excess of 15 mph
3) little or no rainfall for the preceding 3 or more days. The longer the period without rain the greater the hazard.
(AUC 151 3.2.1)
How many patrols do BFU’s perform and at what times?
They perform 2 patrols daily between the hours of 1030-1130 and 1530-1630
AUC 151 4.5.9 note
T or F
BFU vehicles can be used to tow out any department vehicle?
False
BFU winches are designed for self-extrication or for use on similar weighted vehicles. They shall NOT be used to tow out full size apparatus or heavy trucks
AUC 151 4.5.10B
T or F
BFU’s cannot knock over tress, go through hedgerows or traverse streams and ponds?
True
AUC 151 4.15.14
BFU’s can be an asset during weather related responses or special circumstances. What are the 5 other responses listed for BFU’s?
1) winter operations
2) hurricane or severe rain storms
3) high winds with fallen trees and numerous wires down
4) de-watering operations
5) special events
AUC 151 4.5.16
