BK 3 Flashcards
Question 1:
Which of the following choices contains incorrect information regarding the Buckeye Pipeline?
A: The Buckeye Pipeline consists of two 12” steel pipes. One carries gasoline, and the other kerosene base aviation fuel.
B:The pipeline operates at 1,200 psig at Linden, New Jersey. The maximum service pressure on the terminal piping and delivery lines to shippers from the Long Island City terminal is 200 psig.
C: Manual shut off valves are generally located below ground in a valve housing under a hinged cover.
D:To shut the valves, utilize the appropriate wrench to turn the valve clockwise 48 full turns (84 half turns). The only exceptions are the valves located on the shipper’s lines extending from the Long Island City terminal which require 24 full turns (42 half turns) clockwise.
D Explanation:
To shut the valves, utilize the appropriate wrench to turn the valve clockwise 42 full turns (84 half turns). The only exceptions are the valves located on the shipper’s lines extending from the Long Island City terminal which require 24 full turns (48 half turns) clockwise.
AUC 149 1.1, 1.3, 2.3.2
Question 2:
If the address that you are responding to for a fire/emergency is not a CIDS building but is on the same side of the street and within ________house numbers of a CIDS building, the computer will identify the CIDS building to the Borough dispatcher?
A: 4
B:3
C:2
D: 1
B Explanation:
The dispatcher will notify the IC of this fact via radio if the preliminary or progress reports indicate that exposures are a consideration…..Remember, You are the IC until a higher rank is 10-84
Communications ch 4 sec 4.2.4
Question 3:
Hurricane season for the eastern Atlantic region is June 1st to November 30th. There are many other dates that are important to the Fire Department. Of the following choices, which is incorrect?
A:Units should determine special needs for storm preparation and obtain such supplies and equipment in advance of the start of hurricane season (June 1st).
B: Requisitioning for necessary storm preparation supplies shall commence March 1st to permit sufficient time for the various bureaus to obtain and deliver materials.
C:Items on requisition not received by June 1st shall be called to the attention of the Division Storm Operations Coordinator.
D: New York City is most at risk of being affected by a hurricane between August and October.
C
Explanation:
Items on requisition not received by MAY 1st shall be called to the attention of the Division Storm Operations Coordinator. AUC 159 1, 4.7.1
Question 4:
During Building Inspection, you discover a single building with the address 100-112 Williams Ave. Upon return to qtrs, you are trying to figure out how many CIDS entries are required for a single building with a multi-number address range posted. You would be correct in which choice?
A: 1
B:2
C: 7
D: 12
B Explanation:
The unit officer must enter a CIDS message for the first and last posted address numbers of such range. The combined number 100-112 should also be included in the “Transmitted Data” portion of each CIDS entry (AKA 100-112 Williams Ave)
Communications ch 4 page 5
Question 5:
Which choice below is incorrect regarding subway ventilation fans?
A: There are approximately 200 ventilation fan plants located throughout the Transit System, with each fan plant having between one and four fans.
B: Most of the plants have a single fan. Plants serving under-river tubes may have up to four fans.
C: Not every subway station has an associated fan plant. Fans are not universally distributed throughout the subway system.
D:Most Transit System ventilation fans operate in the supply mode. A small number operate in the exhaust mode. Ventilation fans associated with under-river tubes are reversible, as are replacement fans.
D Explanation:
Most Transit System ventilation fans operate in the EXHAUST mode. A SMALL NUMBER operate in the SUPPLY mode. (*Hint: SS - Small number Supply). Ventilation fans associated with under-river tubes are reversible, as are replacement fans.
On some older type fans, the direction of the airflow can be changed by moving dampers.
AUC 207 Add 8 2.1, 2.3, 2,6
Question 6:
You are the first arriving officer to an overt biological event. You should establish an exclusion how many feet from the point of release?
A: 200
B:300
C: 500
D: 1000
B Explanation:
Restrict entry of any responder for at least 30 minutes to 1 hour to allow the biological agent to settle
ERP add 1 ch 7 sec A
Question 7:
Who is in charge of a “suspicious package” response?
A: FDNY Single Command
B:NYPD Single Command
C: FDNY / NYPD Unified Command
D:FDNY / NYPD (first to arrive)
B Explanation:
AUC 276 5.1
Question 8:
During a cold water rescue pre-determined hand signals have been established to allow the Rescuer and Tether to communicate. Choose the correct hand signal
A: 2 hands placed on top of the rescuer’s head indicates the rescuer is ready to be pulled to shore
B: 1 arm waving in the air indicates let more slack out in line
C:1 arm waving in the air indicates additional help is needed
D:1 hand placed on top of the rescuer’s head indicates the rescuer is ready to be pulled to shore
D Explanation:
B and C…….1 arm waving in the air indicates stop pulling
Emergency Procedures Water Rescue 2 Ice and Cold Water Rescue sec 8
Question 9:
Portable Generators issued to Fire Department units have many specifications. Of the following choices, which is incorrect?
A:If a portable generator is used to power an exhaust fan, the ideal length of the electrical cord should be 100 feet or less. Electrical cords of longer lengths reduce the efficiency of the fan and may result in damage to the equipment being used.
B: The only maintenance required on the lights is bulb replacement. Bulbs may be procured from Technical Services. All other repairs to lights should be done by Technical Services.
C: Operate portable generators for 15 minutes weekly.
D: During the test of the generator, operate all lights for 5 minutes to test for proper working order of lights and generator under load. If lamps do not light while testing or using, check bulbs for tight connection.
A Explanation:
If a portable generator is used to power an exhaust fan, the ideal length of the electrical cord should be 50 feet or less….
TB Tools 4 3.5, 3.8.1, 3.8.2
Question 10:
The following radio transmission is heard at a fire: “L-120 to Battalion 44, we have a fire in apartment 3D, we have door control and we are in the apartment.” This radio transmission indicates all of the following except?
A: L-120 inside team is conducting a search
B: The location of the fire apartment for the Engine Company, other members, and the IC
C: Confirms that interior conditions are tenable to begin operations and that the door is being controlled
D:Upon hearing this transmission, the Roof FF must still communicate and confirm with the Ladder Company Officer inside the fire apartment that the door is being controlled before vertical ventilation can begin
D Explanation:
The initial vertical ventilation must be coordinated with door control of the fire area. If the Roof FF does not hear the above transmission, he/she must confirm with the Ladder Company Officer that the door is being controlled on the fire floor before vertical ventilation can begin
FFP Ventilation sec 5
Question 11:
Members conducting drill on the Pak-Tracker identified which incorrect comment during their discussion?
A: The maximum range from an SCBA’s transmitter to a Pak-Tracker handheld receiver is approximately 900 feet line of sight. The range is dependent on the environmental conditions and anything that might cause interference or reflection of the personal transmitter signal.
B:The Pak-Tracker handheld receiver is intrinsically safe and suitable for use in potentially flammable or explosive atmospheres.
C: Pak-Trackers are currently carried by all ladder, rescue and squad companies. Pak-Trackers shall be brought to the Incident Command Post (ICP) by the FAST unit, rescue and squad companies. A member of the FAST unit will monitor the Pak-Tracker. The rescue and squad Pak-Trackers will remain at the command post as a backup should the FAST unit be deployed.
D: A member of the FAST unit other than the member monitoring EFAS shall monitor the Pak-Tracker. This specific PakTracker must remain in the monitoring mode near the FAST unit’s assigned position.
B Explanation:
The Pak-Tracker handheld receiver is NOT suitable for use in potentially flammable or explosive atmospheres.
TB SCBA Add 8 2.1, 3.1, 4.1, 4.2
Question 12:
The Company Journal shall be retained for how many years?
A: 25
B:20
C: 15
D: 10
B Explanation:
Company Office Record Journal is 10 years (15.3.1)
Company Fire Record Journal is 10 years (15.3.5)
Regs ch 15 sec 15.2.1.R
Question 13:
Battalion 99 is 1084 at a confirmed leak in the Iroquois Pipeline. Which of the following is CORRECT regarding department operations at this emergency?
A: Patrolling the pipeline to locate the leak will be performed by a Squad Company or SOC Support ladder. If not available, the IC shall special call one for their metering capabilities.
B: Except in the event of immediate threat to life or property, no valves should be opened or closed without the approval of Con Edison/Iroquois personnel.
C:The primary consideration is the evacuation of the area involved.
D:Once the location of the leak is confirmed, fog lines shall be used to aid in the dissipation of the escaping gas.
C Explanation:
CAUC 150
A – Incorrect – If Rescue, Squad, Soc Support not available, IC shall order available units 7.2.3
B – Incorrect – FD Incident Commander in consultation with Con Ed/Iroquois personnel. 4.5
C – Correct 7.2.1
D – Incorrect – Fog lines may hinder the dissipation of the gas. 7.1.2
Question 14:
At a confirmed chemical release in a subway,the first arriving units should perform all of the following correct operations except?
A:If a dispersal device is still operational, the first alarm units shall make every attempt to stop the device wearing bunker gear and SCBA
B: Members operating in bunker gear should not proceed in the Exclusion Zone any further than the farthest live victim when performing hazard assessment or rescue of ambulatory victims
C: The officer must monitor on-air time of members in order to ensure decontamination is completed before the air supply is depleted
D: Immediate actions onsite should include checking for secondary devices and monitoring radiation levels
A Explanation:
If a dispersal device is still operational, the first alarm units shall make NO attempt to stop the device
ERP add 2 page 6
Question 15:
Which feature of Brownstone buildings is listed incorrectly?
A: They are three to five stories in height with a cellar.
B: Their width is 20 to 25 feet, and their depth varies to about 60 feet.
C: The interior is of combustible construction, while the exterior shell is made of non-combustible material.
D:In Brownstones, the basement is below the first floor.
D Explanation:
In Brownstones, the basement is the first floor.
Bwst 2.1.1
Question 16:
The Drag Rescue Device (DRD) integrated into the bunker coat can be used for all of the following except?
A: Dragging a non-ambulatory FF across the cellar floor to an area of safety
B:Dragging an unconscious FF up the cellar stairs to an area of safety
C: Dragging a non-ambulatory FF across an apartment floor to an area of safety
D: Dragging an unconscious FF across the roof of a building to an area of safety
B Explanation:
Any attempt to use the device for other than a horizontal drag could result in the member slipping out of their bunker coat. In addition, serious injury could occur to member’s upper torso. Members should not be dragged up stairs utilizing the DRD
MMID ch 3 add 2 pages 1-2