Bronx Flashcards
What is the tool assignment of the Roof FF for a cellar fire at a 2 story flat roof PD?
6’ Halligan Hook and Saw
- saw regardless of fire location in flat roof PD
What is the procedure if entry is denied for a fire at foreign embassies, consulates, and missions?
Stretch a line and/or bring rollups to front of building and stage resources to operate when requested
If entry is denied, do not cause an incident and do not enter. Protect exposure, set up TL, rescue embassy personnel who request it
What type of glass can the “Beluga Auto Glass Knife” cut?
- Laminated safety glass found in automobile windshields, hurricane windows, commercial/residential construction glass
- Attaches to any 3/8” - 1/2” drill or 1/4” nut driver
- 360 degree swivel
- Blade is ground and polished hardened steel, will not wear out while cutting glass
What do “F” and “DF” signify in the flagging column?
F - heating fuel
DF - diesel fuel
True or False
Changes involving company policy or administrative routine shall not be made by a detailed captain unless approved by assigned company commander or ordered by the division commander.
True
If a biological release occurs indoors, avoid entry to the site for a minimum time of?
30 minutes to 1 hour
What is the correct tool assignment for the 2nd Roof FF at a fire on the 3rd floor of a 4 story Brownstone?
Halligan, 6’ Halligan Hook, Flashlight, HT
- Top floor saw w/ 6’ Halligan Hook
In places of warship, where is the choir loft located?
Usually located above the main entrance accessed by a narrow stair
In places of warship, what is the nave?
Main body of the church, provides central approach to the altar
In places of warship, what is the Rose window?
generic term applied to a circular window. Operating a TL stream into the rose window may extinguish fire at the upper reaches of a church
In places of warship, what are buttresses?
common in older churches, as a means of providing support to act against the lateral forces from the roof structures that lack adequate bracing
Collapse at traditional PDs of ordinary construction is not a primary consideration. The amount of time before collapse occurs is generally estimated to be?
60 minutes
20 minutes when there is no ceiling to provide protection, exposing structural components
The specific combination of the same kind and type of resource with common communications under the supervision of an officer designated as leader is the definition of a ___.
Strike Team
What time of year are brush fires greatest?
Spring and Fall
Staten Island BFUs are staffed independently 9x6 tours March 17 through April 30, October 17 through November 30
E200S operates as what?
Communications Unit
What is the service life of an SCBA cylinder?
15 years
What are the hoseline placements for a fire fully involved in a Brownstone?
- Advanced into fire building
- Backup 1st line
- Advance into fire building, Exposure, or through exposure to rear yard of fire building
What items are found at emergency exits nearest under river tubes?
- EEDs base of emergency exit
- Standpipe section valves at base of emergency exit and every 600’
- Siamese are usually located at emergency exits closest to the river
When are vehicle recovery straps used?
- Dept. vehicles only
- Shall not exceed 20,000lbs, battalion vehicle and ambulances are under 20,000lbs
- Patients shall be offloaded to secondary ambulance prior to vehicle recovery use
At chemical attacks, 2nd due ladder team 1 is assigned which duty?
Evacuation to gross decon
What is the procedure when private property is missing from the scene of FD operations?
- IC must immediately direct a thorough search
- If property is not found and complainant alleges property was there prior to arrival of FD. IC requires info for BF-26
- If IC is not a Chief, notify Battalion to respond
- If member is accused of taken property, notify IG
- If 10-41, notify fire marshall and IG
- If member isn’t accused and not 10-41, inform complainant to notify PD
- If info involving lost property is received after FD leaves scene, notify Battalion responsible for the report of the operation
What is the primary interoperability channel to be used with cooperating agencies in the NY region?
UTAC 42D
When is it ensured that portable dewatering pumps be placed apparatus?
48hrs prior to the storms predicted impact
What is the primary means of communication for the Rapid Response Vehicle (RRV) Task Force?
Primary - DARS
Alternative - 800 MHz
Contingency - Cell Phone
Emergency - Department Radio
What is the recommended distance of the tip of the aerial from the objective?
2” to 6”
in case of a rescue 2”
To allow for unimpeded access and egress at a window, how shall the Aerial tip be placed?
Less than 6” over the window sill
True or False
A member may be dragged up stairways utilizing the Drag Rescue Device (DRD).
False
With 2 rescuers the DRD can be used to CARRY members up or down stairs
1 rescuer = dragged
2 rescuers = carried
When responding to a fire at a street festival, how can hydrants be identified?
- A solid yellow circle 12” diameter in the center of the emergency access lane
- Fire lane no less than 15’
- ERS Box free of signs or obstructions
- FE ladders shall not be blocked
To operate as a communications unit, the company shall be staffed with how many trained members?
- 3 trained members, trained officers count towards the total
- assigned to logistics section
When a snow or ice emergency is imminent or phase A or B is established, what equipment shall be placed on apparatus?
- At least 6 extra lengths of 2 1/2 hose, rolled/folded, on each Engine and Ladder
- 2 shovels, containers of salt/sand
- Vehicle recovery strap w/ shackle
- Tire chains, spare links, link tool
What time period may spray caps be used?
- 10am to 9pm
- Not on yellow or red hydrants
- Not on 2 way streets, intersections, bus routes, access routes to main arteries
- Not on mains larger than 20”
True or False
Sound powered phone jacks are located at standpipe outlets in under river tunnels.
True
- With the exception of the Jeralemon Tube
Which type of radiation may be blocked by intact skin or a sheet of paper?
Alpha
- Primary hazard of this type is inhalation
A Defibrillator that displays a flashing or solid ___ and/or emits a chirping sound indicates that the defib is ___for use and should be ___.
- Flashing or solid RED X, Not ready for use, exchanged at CRF-D Depot
- Expired pads are not to be used, exchanged at CFR-D Depot, Depot Officer notifies Tech Services for replacement
What is the amount of AFFF concentrate to be added to an extinguisher?
10 ounces
At a collapse operation, who ensures a line is stretched to a TL?
2nd arriving Engine
The lack of windows on the side of a PD combined w/ a secondary entrance on that side of the house with a stoop is indicative of?
Possible second floor apt w/ the only entrance to the second floor from that side of the house
The early stage of fire development where the fires progression is limited to a fuel source and the thermal hazard is localized to the area of the burning material is the definition of the?
Incipient Stage
Steam plant generating plants can be as high as __ w/ temperatures reaching __.
2000psi, 900 degrees F
Steam pressures in buried supply piping and in supplied buildings can be as high as __ and temps as high as __.
170psi, 350 degrees F
When there is smoke issuing from a container/cabinet housing a Li-ion ESS installed outdoors, what actions shall be taken?
- Establish initial danger zone w/ members staying behind physical barrier around ESS
- Minimum 50ft from cabinet, 100ft from exhaust fan
- Shutdown ESTOP, Exhaust container/cabinet, exhaust override switch at FD connection, charge water extinguishing system
- 10-80 code 1
- Use narrow fog or straight stream for maximum reach
What bodily fluids are not considered a risk of transmitting bloodborne diseases unless contaminated w/ blood?
- saliva
- nasal secretion
- urine
- sweat
- feces
- tears
- vomit
(but may transmit other diseases and should be avoided)
What types of injuries are classified as MINOR?
- small abrasions
- 1st degree burns
- mild contusions
- foreign body in eye, already removed
- lacerations, no sutures
- minor sprains/strains, no swelling/discoloration
What types of injuries shall NOT be classified as MINOR?
- burns other than 1st degree
- chest pain
- sprains/strains w/ swelling/discoloration
- fainting, blackout, loss of memory
- shortness of breath
How far should members stand away from the command post?
25 feet
Where do FDNY apparatus/vehicles, and ambulances have security decals affixed to them?
Drivers side of cab door area
What would you expect your CO meter to display if and area contains 2000ppm of CO?
OL - over limit
- Reads up to 999ppm
True or False
“Urgent-Urgent-Urgent, command to all units, urgent-all units urgent -back out back out”, this is the correct language when transitioning to an exterior attack.
False - New Language
“Urgent-Urgent-Urgent, command to all units, urgent-all units back out, we are transitioning to an exterior attack”
When can an Aerial ladder be moved with a member and a victim on it?
Extreme emergency such as exposure to flame or high heat
What are the tool assignments for members going to the roof of a taxpayer?
- When a member is carrying a saw, a hook must also be taken
- Subsequent members should bring an axe or iron w/ the saw
When shall a 2 1/2 line be considered at a PD fire?
- wind impacted
- heavily involved 1st floor in large PD (Queen Anne)
- fully involved
- exposure protection
At a building collapse, in order from highest priority, 1st alarm engines are to ___.
- extinguish active fire in affected building and surrounded debris
- protect exposures
- extinguish burning vehicles w/in vicinity of collapse
Who may order the response of Collapse PODS?
A Command Chief
- Collapse Rescue Unit may be special called by IC
When shall the PSS be inspected?
- Start of each tour and semi-annually
- 50’ long, 7.5mm diameter, figure 8 stopper knot
- if the bag or any components show signs of heat exposure the entire system is placed OOS
(discoloration, degradation, melting, charring)
What document would prevent members from performing CPR on a pre-hospital patient in cardiac arrest?
Out of hospital DNR
- Even if it has not been updated (every 90 days), they do not expire
- Must be recorded on NYS DOH standard form (DOH-3474)
The method of FORMING the poured concrete floor consists of plywood held in place by 4x4 wood studs. One shoring stud is placed every __. Every floor that has been stripped of its supporting plywood forms and is in its CURING STAGE will be reshored, consisting of one 4x4 stud placed every __, and will usually be found on at least __ below the most recently poured floor.
- 4 feet on center
- 8 feet
- 8 floors
True or False
When removing a victim from a car, cut low on the A post and high on the B, C, and D posts with the cutters.
True
- Cut bottom of windshield using sawzall w/ wood blade
- Slowly carry roof toward the front of vehicle
Which Engine is responsible for placing the High-Rise Nozzle into operation?
5th Engine
- If not equipped contact dispatcher to ID unit carrying the HRN
What are the 4 most common types of lightweight systems encountered in PDs?
- Composite Truss
- Laminated Wood I-Beams
- Lightweight Parallel Chord Truss
- Metal C-Joists
When shall on-board generators be checked?
- weekly during MUD for 15 minutes
- when used to power exhaust fan, 50’ electrical chord is ideal
- waterproof connections are good for up to 3 feet when properly mated
What does each quadrant of an “X” at collapse operations signify?
- the “X” indicates a company has entered and exited a structure
Left - company designation
Top - date/time personnel left
Right - Hazards
Bottom - number of alive and/or expired victims
What type of ladders do Marine Units carry?
10’ and 20’ portable hook ladders w/ wooden beams, painted black except for hooks and for 18” at the base of each beam, which are painted white
During hot weather, it is permissible to respond without wearing PPE to what type of runs?
- Non-Structural Fires
- BARS Alarms
- Non-Fire responses
- ERS no contact
- Class E alarms
- CFR responses
What is considered a “Permit Required Confined Space”?
- contains or has potential to contain a hazardous atmosphere
- contains materials that could potentially engulf a person
- contains any recognized serious health or safety hazard
- is shaped in a way that a person could be caught or asphyxiated by inwardly tapering walls, or floors that slope downward, tapering into a smaller cross section
What are the “Reverse Channels” of the Post radio and FDNY mobile UHF radio?
17 for 11 (building radio repeater)
18 for 12 (building radio repeater)
19 for 14 (subway repeater)
20 for 15 (subway repeater)
How many hemostatic agent dressings do Units carry?
- Each Engine and Squad will carry 5
- 1 for 1 exchange
- Requests are made via email to the pharmacy by Depot Units
At radiological emergencies, the hotline is established at?
2mR/hr
- warm zone is a small defines area used for decon or as a Safe Area Refuge, radiation levels as low as possible
- Casualty Collection Points located in the cold zone
When CO levels are greater than 9ppm but less than 100ppm, inform occupants that they have ___ level of CO.
9ppm-100ppm - “Potentially dangerous” level of CO
Greater than 100ppm “Potentially lethal” level of CO
Fatality or serious injury IC shall notify BFI
What chemical agent would cause skin blistering?
Blister - Vesicants, signs and symptoms do not appear for several hours
Nerve - Organophosphate, respiratory distress, convulsions, SLUDGEM
Blood - Pulmonary, gasping for air, convulsions
Choking - gasping for air, eye irritation
If a member goes on ML at 2pm in the middle of the 9x6 tour, the flagging column entry should be?
LV - leaves starting at time other than roll call
What company is responsible for roof ventilation at peaked roof PDs?
2nd Ladder
In which rescue scenario must the primary and secondary rescuers wear both the cold water suit and PFD?
Ice rescue only
In what instances are certified FFs working in ladder companies, Marine Pilots, engineers, and wipers eligible for CFR-D differential?
- operation of defibrillation equipment
- administration of CPR
- stabilization of patients spine/neck
- patient assessment or head to toe survey
- enter Box/Incident number in coments section of citytime
- Not entitled beyond the end of a tour
How many temporary front pieces do companies carry?
1 for Company Officers
3 for FFs
At a collapse operation, Units coming across a single painted slash with company designation will know ___.
that search operations are in progress in this area
What is the rule of 5-10-20 when operating at an auto extrication?
Always treat airbags as if they are live
5” from side airbag (shortest word = shortest distance)
10” from driver airbag (longer word = longer distance)
20” from passenger airbag (longest word = longest distance)
How can the discharge pump of a buildings fire pump be identified?
By examining the gauges, the discharge gauge is calibrated for HIGHER pressures than the inlet gauge
How much will a buildings fire pumps efficiency be affected if the bypass is open?
25% loss for 8” riser
45% loss for 6” riser
When would the 2nd due Can FF consider bringing two 6’ Hooks in lieu of the extinguisher?
Top floor fire of a Brownstone type Rowframe
Initially the top floor of the most severely threatened exposure
When fire is not visible w/in the large area of a place of warship but is suspected to be w/in the concealed area of the cockloft, what is the priority for water application?
Operate TL into the attic vent
What call types should Units respond in 10-20 mode?
Lock-ins (no food on stove or other associated emergency)
Water leaks
ERS no contact (2300 to 0800)
Trees down (no wires, buildings or vehicles affected)
What action should you take at an incident where child abuse is suspected?
Request the response of a Chief Officer
True or False
At under river tunnel operations, the power removal box will shut power to the tubes in both directions.
False
There is a separate set of power removal boxes in each tube
Moving the trains out of the tube may save lives and lessen the rescue problem, even if it delays power removal’
Nolan rail cars do NOT require 3rd rail power to operate
What is the procedure for an incident involving an abandoned infant?
Accept custody
Notify dispatcher and request ambulance
Transmit 10-99
Inform EMS they are responsible to file mandated report for abandoned infant
What is the maximum load capacity for a 24-foot extension ladder?
500lbs
Collapsible ladders - 300lbs
Roof, straight, extension (26’ or less) - up to 500lbs
Extension (27’ to 35’) - up to 600lbs
What is the maximum level of radiation one meter from an intact package with a “Radioactive Yellow - II” label?
1 mR/hr
What signals will cause the response of a communications unit?
All 10-60’s All 10-66’s 10-75 below grade incident in facilities other than buildings All 10-76’s Special called when IC deems necessary
How many gallons of finished firefighting foam would be on scene with 3 engines and 2 trucks?
How many minutes of foam when educator is set for 3% using 125gpm aerating foam nozzle?
65 gallons
125 X .03 = 3.75
65 / 3.75 = 17 minutes
True or False
The LSR should be placed OOS when a kink is discovered?
False Hockle OOS kinks removed by rotating rope counter the direction of the kink 5/16” diameter 150’ long Can shrink 8 to 10 feet
What conditions are indicative of a MAJOR gas emergency?
Serious damage to component of infrastructure
A minimum of 10% LEL or greater detected outside
20% LEL in an unvented subsurface structure
Gas present in 2 or more subsurface structures
What factors will contribute to the practicality of trenching the roof of a taxpayer?
Volume of fire
Ceilings height and type
Roof size
What are the yellow water rescue fittings made up of?
One 2 1/2” female cap w/ shackle and snap bolt
One 2 1/2” male w/ shackle and check valve
Can be supplied by SCBA or Fast-Pak or Apparatus air outlet
Approximately 1 min to fill 5 lengths
What guidelines should be followed for incidents involving a suspicious
package where PD is not yet on scene?
Transmit 10-80 signal, specify suspected Anthrax
Patient contact necessary, ensure proper PPE
Shutdown HVAc zones w/in incident location
Limit the number of responders in the affected area
How many entries relating to receipt of alarms may be recorded in succession on a single line in the Company Journal?
No more than 4
What is the priority order when using positive pressure fans?
- Pressurize attack stairwell
- Evacuation stairwell
- Public hallways
Optimum position 4’ to 6’ from door at 80 degree angle
1 fan up to 10 stories
2 fans 40 stories
Negative pressure - place fans inside contaminated area facing exhaust opening 6’-8’ back tilted up 30 degree angle
What letter designates a BC to be staging area manager?
P - staging area manager
S - safety officer
R - resource unit leader
C - communications unit leader
What is the second hose line used for when stretched in HROB?
Reinforce/protect position of 1st line
Protect search and evacuation of the fire floor
Contain and confine fire spread and/or prevent wrapping around the core endangering 1st line operation
What is the length of time a patient could be trapped before a rescue medic must be given access to the patient?
Pinned for more than 1hr or has suffered serious injury, as soon as there is access
An officer or acting officer and no less than __ FFs, excluding the chauffeur, shall perform field inspection/reinspection activities w/ properly operating radio equipped apparatus.
3
Where can the Emergency Evacuation Device be located throughout the subway system?
Grade/Underground stations - 1st blue light south of the southbound station
Elevated stations - full time token booth
Under river tunnel - base of emergency exit at both ends of each tunnel
(SI) St. George rail - tower B
(SI) Tottenville train yard - near crew quarters
What are the colors of flight data recorders?
Spherical - bright yellow
Rectangular - red or international orange
What is the process of placing portable ladders on a spare apparatus?
Repair and relocation of ladder holding devices by Fire Tools and Equipment Unit
If the officer feels ladder cannot be secured safely, leave off apparatus, forward requisition and make entry into Company Journal
When will a building be required to have a low and high zone Siamese connection?
2008 building code - standpipe riser over 600’
When pressure exceeds 600psi 3rd stage pumping required
Mega Hi-rise - over 800’
2008 building code - 1 way communication system between fire command station and the residences and stairways of bldg
If the estimated speed of a roadway is 70mph, what is the distance of the furthest flare?
550 feet
Estimated rate of speed multiplied by first digit plus 60
70 X 7 + 60 = 550
(Estimated speed NOT posted speed)
Where does the 1st engine operate at a compactor chute fire?
Proceed one level above fire floor and stretch to operate into the chute
1st OV will operate w/ engine to provide access and check for extension
Incinerator fire - 1st engine will generally stand fast in lobby and may send members to assist ladder, officer and at least 2 members remain in lobby
True or False
When a member on the exterior hears notification to the IC that the engine is applying water to the fire, he may ventilate windows in the immediate fire area.
False
Must communicate with Ladder Officer and receive approval
What is the procedure when an engine loses its CFR-D status during the course of a tour?
Notify dispatcher and Battalion
(When completely OOS notify Div)
Company Journal entry
At 0900 and 1800 unit status automatically defaults to normal status
True or False
There shall be adequate shoring unless an excavation is less than 5’ deep and a compotent person provides no indication of potential cave-in or if it is made up entirely of stable rock
True
What is the proper positioning of ladders to a peaked roof PD?
TL - basket place over the corner of the bldg near the peak
AL - at least 5’ above and to one side of the peak
Portable ladder may be used from the porch roof to the main peak
What is required to be in service as a Communications Unit?
3 trained members must be working
The officer is not required to be trained
How long can a FF operate when levels of 50 REM/hr are detected?
30 min
25 REM is the “decision dose”
50 REM/hr X 0.5hr = 25 REM
What can the 2nd hose line stretched at a HRFPMD be used for?
Backup 1st line Advance w/ 1st line Operate hi-rise nozzle Operate into breached wall in adjoining apt Operate on floor above
Where does the 2nd arriving engine officer get the post radio?
1st BC on scene
Proceed to vicinity of standpipe outlet from witch 1st line is stretched
Establish contact w/ ICP on COMMAND CHANNEL via post radio
Announce on Tactical channel to all units that communications link w/ ICP has been established
Relieved by fire sector supervisor/branch director
How are apparatus positioned at the staging area of an aircraft emergency at LaGuardia Airport?
Form double line, convoy fashion w/ Ladder/Rescue/Special Units on left and Engines on the right
Do not proceed into facility/field w/o PA escort