BROOKLYN 2022 Flashcards
Question 39:
For a fire in a vacant row frame building in the middle of a row of occupied frames, which tactic below is correct?
A: The first to arrive engine company should drop two hoselines: one hoseline to enter the fire building, and a backup hoseline.
B: The second hoseline, if not needed to back up the first hoseline, shall be stretched through an exposure to the rear of the fire building.
C: The fourth hoseline is stretched to the opposite exposure of the third hoseline.
D: The third hoseline is stretched to the fire building or to the opposite exposure, depending on where the second hoseline was stretched.
Explanation:
A) The first to arrive engine company should drop two hoselines: one a 3 ½” line to supply a TL, and a hoseline to enter the most severe exposure.
B) The second hoseline, if not needed to back up the first hoseline, shall be stretched to the fire building or to the opposite exposure.
C) The fourth hoseline is stretched as ordered by the Incident Commander.
RF 6.7 A
Question 6:
E-200 arrives 1st due for a report of a fire in a Lithium Ion Energy storage container. The initial assessment is that there is no fire or smoke showing from the container. As a precautionary measure, the officer should establish an initial danger zone of how many feet from the container?
A: Minimum 50 ft radius
B: Minimum 75 ft radius
C: Minimum 100 ft radius
D: Minimum 200 ft radius
Explanation:
THIS IS NEW!
Minimum of 50 ft radius from container(s)/cabinets(s)
Minimum of 100 ft from container/cabinet exhaust opening (usually located on the container’s/cabinet’s side opposite FDC). Cabinets may not have exhaust systems
Haz-Mat 19 sec 5
Question 21:
Proper placement of the tip of the portable ladder provides for easier and safer mounting and dismounting. It also allows the user to maintain balance by providing a handhold. Which placement of the portable ladder is listed correctly?
A: Placed against a fire escape - Tip shall be level with the fire escape railing.
B: Placed at a window - Tip shall be slightly above the window sill.
C :Placed at a roof - Tip shall be at least 5 feet above the roof or parapet.
D: Placed alongside a fire escape on a building wall - Tip shall be 1 to 3 feet above the fire escape railing
Explanation:
Placed against a fire escape - Tip shall be slightly above the fire escape railing.
Placed at a window - Tip shall be level with window sill.
Placed at a roof - Tip shall be at least 2 feet above the roof or parapet.
Placed alongside a fire escape on a building wall - Tip shall be 1 to 3 feet above the fire escape railing.
Lads 1 7.4
Question 23:
At a row frame fire where the building is fully involved and there is fire in the exposures, a “holding operation” will be implemented. In this situation, where is the first hoseline stretched?
A: Into the fire building through the front door.
B: To the top floor of the most severe exposure.
C: Through an exposure to the rear yard.
D: In front of exposure one to operate on the exterior.
A
Question 24:
When positioning at a building collapse, all of the following are correct except?
A: If possible, the 1st and 2nd arriving engines should take separate hydrants outside the block, each on separate mains
B: Two of the second alarm ladder companies should be used to seal off the ends of the street
C: Initially, the first arriving TL should be the only unit in front of the collapse building, unless there is a specific need for additional units,
D: Aerial ladders and SOC support ladders should be kept away from the front of the building in a secondary staging area unless needed for specific rescue purposes
xplanation:
Two of the second alarm ENGINE COMPANIES
FFP Collapse Operations page 6
Question 25:
At vacant building fires, officers of aerial ladder companies shall consider the need for access and positioning of tower ladders in order to utilize their extinguishing capabilities. However, there are vacant building fires where the officer gives precedence to the positioning of their aerial apparatus. These situations are accurately listed in all choices below except?
A: The officer receives information or has prior knowledge that part of this building is used by vagrants or squatters.
B: The reach of the 100’ aerial is required to expedite or execute certain tasks or assignments.
C: A large caliber stream is expected to be utilized.
D: A building is not completely vacant.
Lads 2 6.6.1 C
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 kerosene base aviation fuel and the other can carry several different types of fuels
B: The pipeline operates at 1,200 psig at Linden, New Jersey. The maximum service pressure on the terminal piping and the delivery lines to shippers from the Long Island City terminal is 200 psig.
C: To shut off the valve, place the square female fitting of the wrench onto the square male stem of the valve and turn it clockwise approximately 42 full turns. There are exceptions where the valves require more or less than the 42 full turns.
D: At most valve location there are two manual shut off valves (one for each line) generally located below ground in a valve housing under a pair of red covers.
VExplanation:
C. There are exceptions where the valves require more or less than the 42 full turns. For example, valves located on the shipper’s lines require approximately 24 full turns clockwise to close. Valve 62QL only requires 12 full turns clockwise to close. Valve 66QI on JFK property near the “Head of Bay” requires over 100 full turns clockwise to close. It is vital to make only the correct number of turns. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN
D. Yellow covers
AUC 149 sec 1 and 2
Question 12:
The Company Journal shall be retained for how many years?
A: 20
B: indefinitely
C: 15
D: 10
B xplanation:
Regs ch 15 sec 15.2.2
Company Office Record Journal is 10 years (15.3.1)
Company Fire Record Journal is 10 years (15.3.3)
Question 32:
The incorrect description in regards to standpipes in Under River Rail tubes can be found in which choice?
A: All under river standpipes in the NYCT system are wet
B: Standpipes are usually city-main fed. There are no pumps to augment pressure
C: Siameses are usually located at the emergency exits closest to the river. In all cases, check the sign attached to the siamese to ensure that the correct system is supplied
D: 2 1/2 inch outlets are located every 200 feet throughout under river tubes
E: Section valves are located approximately 600 feet apart
F: Sound-powered phone jacks are located at or near section valves (exception: Joralemon Tube)
Explanation:
Sound-powered phone jacks are located at standpipe outlets (every 200 feet)
FFP Under River Rail operations sec 2.7
Question 34:
You are working under the Search and Evacuation Group Supervisor (SAE) during a ripping High-Rise office building fire conducting searches on several floors. What channel are you on?
A: 4
B: 3
C: 2
D: 1
Explanation:
B- Secondary Tactical
C- Command
D- Primary Tactical
When the SAE Group is established, units assigned to the SAE Group shall switch to secondary tactical channel and shall not communicate with the ICP unless urgent
HR page 19
Question 7:
Your unit, an aerial ladder, arrives second at a top floor fire in a Brownstone. Which tools should your Roof Firefighter bring to the roof?
A: Saw and 6ft halligan hook
B: Saw and 6ft hook
C: Halligan and 6ft halligan hook
D: Halligan, 6ft hook and life saving rope
A
Question 22:
The incorrect guideline for wearing shorts on duty can be found in which choice?
A: Shorts are an optional part of the uniform year round for Officers and Firefighters
B: Shorts may be worn for CFRD/CPR responses, ERS NC, and Class E alarms without donning bunker gear
C: Shorts may not be worn for BISP, AED, and Hydrant Inspection
D: Shorts may be worn when units are called to the Bureau of Training and Satellite Training Locations
Explanation:
Must wear Bunker Gear over the shorts for these types of responses
Regs ch 29 page 7
B
Question 1:
Two officers discussing still water operations identified which incorrect comment?
A: When a report is received that individuals are stranded due to flooding, a Water Rescue Team consisting of a Water Rescue Company and an Engine Company will be dispatched. The Water Rescue Team will be equipped with a 14-foot Flat Bottom Boat, waders, CWS’s, and PFD’s.
B: When the Water Rescue Company is a Ladder Company, an Engine Company will be dispatched to transport the Flat Bottom Boat. Priority will be given to dispatching the Engine that is quartered with the Ladder Company, when available.
C: When the Water Rescue Company is an Engine Company, they will transport the Flat Bottom Boat, and a neighboring Engine Company will be dispatched to assist in operations.
D: Members of Water Rescue Companies trained in the use of Cold Water Suits shall don the suits prior to commencing operations. The remaining members of the Water Rescue Team shall be equipped with waders and a PFD. Only under extreme circumstances should a member enter the water without a Cold Water Suit or waders and a PFD.
Explanation:
No member shall enter the water unless equipped with a Cold Water Suit or waders and a PFD.
AUC 159 Add 7 4.1-4.4
D
Which choice below is incorrect regarding NYC Transit’s Emergency Evacuation Device (EED)?
A: The EED is a yellow, 7-foot long device with steps on the front and a flat surface on the backside. A non-skid surface is applied to both sides. Each unit weighs approximately 42 pounds.
B: Keys to remove EEDs from their mounting brackets are only available at full-time token booths. are secured with a corrosion resistant padlock. If a key cannot be obtained, the locks can be forced using conventional forcible entry methods.
C: When positioned against the side or end doors of a subway car the EED will reach the roadbed at approximately a 70° angle (safe for ascent / descent) and the steps will provide a horizontal stepping surface. A notch cut in the beams on one end of the ladder helps to anchor the EED in position against the car and or platform.
D: These devices are constructed of fiberglass reinforced plastic and are electrically nonconductive for use within the confines of the subway environment
Explanation:
Keys to remove EEDs from their mounting brackets are available at EVERY token booth.
AUC 207 Add 11 2.1-2.3, 3.4
B
Question 4:
Company officers can request Handie-Talkie (HT) recordings to provide the opportunity to critique and improve fire ground communications. Choose the correct procedure to request HT recordings.
A: Company Officers can fax a request form directly to the HT recording unit
B: Officers or units requesting handie-talkie audio must send an email from an FDNY address to HT unit email address
C: After faxing the request form directly to the HT unit, the company officer is to forward the original request form to the Borough Commander via chain of command
D: Use of HT recordings for non-Departmental business is allowed if the company commander allows it.
B
Explanation:
***Recent update
B. Communications ch 9 add 1 sec 8
D. Use of HT recordings for non-Departmental business is prohibited. They shall be kept in a designated secure location in the company office when not in use
Question 5:
At Rowframe fires, the danger of collapse is a factor deserving consideration. Which choice below is incorrect?
A: A heavy fire in the cockloft will burn roof supports and cause the collapse of the roof into the top floor.
B: Collapse of sidewalls is a danger. This is especially true where buildings within the row have been demolished and removed, unless the walls bordering this gap are braced.
C: The weight of a fire escape can cause a complete collapse of an exterior wall. Brick veneer and stucco facing can collapse in sections or as a complete unit.
D: When a serious fire burns out the entire first floor, there is danger of collapse, especially in corner buildings and buildings standing alone.
Explanation:
Collapse of sidewalls is a danger. This is especially true where buildings within the row have been demolished and removed. EVEN WHEN walls bordering this gap are braced, the danger is STILL present.
RF 5.4
B
Question 10:
Isolated stairs are stairways that access only a small number of apartments and are isolated from other areas of the building. Which is incorrect regarding these stairs?
A: By using isolated stairs, there will only be access to the apartments immediately accessed by the stairs.
B: There is typically no hallway associated with isolated stairs.
C: When faced with isolated stairs, care must be taken to ensure the correct stairway is used to access the fire apartment.
D: Isolated stairs can be found in a number of older building types, including old law tenements
Explanation:
Eng Ops Ch 7 sec 2.10
Isolated stairs can be found in a number of building types, including new law tenements, apartment houses, and other newly constructed multiple dwellings.
D
Question 16:
During company drill, you make the following statements on the Electronic Fireground Accountability System (EFAS). You were incorrect in which statement?
A: The member monitoring EFAS shall be identified by radio designation such as L100 can EFAS to Command
B: The Spare Radio Database (updated) will be indicated in the bottom center of the task bar of the MDT in green letters and the assigned Battalion or Division vehicle
C: If the EFAS member manually assigns a Mayday utilizing the MDT touch screen, a hard copy will print showing the members company, position, and time Mayday was assigned
D: EFAS defaults to Tactical Channel 1. It has the capability of monitoring any of the 16 channels, including UTAC and NYMAC channels; however, it can only monitor one channel at a time
xplanation:
“EFAS to Command” NO UNIT NUMBERS
Communications ch 9 add 3 sec 2.3 note, 4.2, 5.2, 6.1
A
Question 21:
During company drill, a probationary firefighter made which incorrect comment about chainsaw operations?
A: Use extreme caution when cutting small size brush and saplings which may easily catch the chain and pull you off balance.
B: The most dangerous kickback zone is the upper 90 degree quadrant of the blade.
C: A circle of danger of a radius of at least 10’ should be established before the commencement of cutting. The saw operator, control person and officer should be the only personnel in this area during cutting.
D: If a branch, tree section or other object is hanging, leaning or otherwise damaged, members are to prevent access to the danger area by unauthorized persons. If practical, the object should be stabilized by lashing or shoring. Cutting it down is not to be attempted.
Explanation:
The SAW OPERATOR and CONTROL PERSON will be the only personnel in this area during cutting. The OFFICER is to monitor conditions and relay orders received from the officer in command. If possible, the officer is positioned as to permit visual contact with the control person.
TB Tools 24 3.10.1 B, 4.4, 5.3, Figure 5
C
Question 37:
For a cellar fire in a 1-story taxpayer, which Engine Company tactic was not in accordance with Department procedures?
A: Proper placement of the first hoseline requires a coordinated size-up and communication by the first Engine and Ladder Officer
B: Second hoseline is initially positioned and charged outside the fire building as a back-up for the first hoseline
C: Entrance to the cellar shall not be from a horizontal entrance from an adjoining cellar
D: If sprinklered, it is the responsibility of the 3rd arriving engine company to ensure a supply line is stretched and connected to the FDC
Explanation:
Entrance to the cellar may be one or more of the following: an interior cellar stairway, an interior trap door, an exterior flush sidewalk door, an exterior stairway, or a horizontal entrance from an adjoining cellar. Taxpayer 7.2. C
Question 10:
The stairway configuration of a building can greatly assist operations in some cases. There are usually two to four independent stairs in “H” type buildings. Of the following choices, which is incorrect?
A: Transverse stairs are usually located at points remote from each other, but a person can go (transverse) from one stairway to another via the public hall on all floors of the building. They are a tremendous asset in heavy fire operations on the top floor.
B: Isolated stairs are usually identified by their individual entrances. Floor landings are recognized by their limited space and absence of a public hall. Access is limited to the apartments served by the stairs, and there is no access to other wings.
C: Generally, on the first floor of H-type buildings, there is no access between wings.
D: Wing stairs are located at the front and rear of each wing. The floor landing leads to the public hall that will join the other stairs in that wing only (if two stairs). The public hall does not transverse to the other wing of the “H”
Explanation:
Generally, on the first floor of H-type buildings, there IS access between wings.
MD 5.2.5
Question 19:
You, the Lieutenant, have arrived to a fire in St Phillip Neri Church located at 3021 Grand Concourse, in the Bronx. Since this is your first tour out of FLSTP, the tactics for Engines and Ladders are fresh in your mind. Choose the tactic that was carried out incorrectly.
A: To effectively extinguish fire spreading to the attic or bell tower, the 1st hoseline should be stretched up the spiral stairs leading to the attic or bell tower area
B: When the fire is located in a large open area, the initial hoselines will generally be 2 1/2”
C: After a size-up for a cellar fire, which indicated operations will be in close quarters, the 1st 1 3/4” hoseline should be stretched to the entrance door that provides the quickest access to the cellar in order to extinguish the fire
D: For a first floor fire, the 2nd arriving Ladder Company will ensure that the cellar is examined for fire
A Explanation:
FFP Places of Worship
A- In most cases when fire does spread into the attic or bell tower, it cannot be extinguished by the use of handlines due to the limited access to the space and lack of ventilation. FFs will have to be withdrawn and an exterior operation employed…sec 6.4.1
B- sec 6.1.2
C- sec 6.1.3
D- 1st ladder will attempt an examination of the cellar for fire…the 2nd ladder will ENSURE the cellar is examined for fire…sec 7.3.1 and 7.3.2
Question 24:
Your Engine Company is assigned to JFK Airport on a multiple alarm for a cargo airplane on fire. You would be most correct to know all of the following except?
A: Water supply operations need to be coordinated by the Engine Company Officer and the Crash Truck Operator. Ensuring an adequate delivery of water is the primary function of the Fire Department at airport emergencies.
B: When the FDNY supplies water to the PA/ARFF Crash Trucks FDNY Engine Company Chauffeurs (ECCs) should not exceed 80-psi at the intakes of ARFF Crash Trucks.
C: Intake pressure gauges can be found on each side of ARFF Crash Trucks. A logical position for the Engine Company Officer would be in close proximity to the plane.
D: ARFF crash trucks do not have fittings that can accept 6” hose. If a relay is conducted using 6” hose, the best approach would be to position an Engine Company at a positive hydrant use the Hose wagon or Satellite to lay a line of 6” hose from the Engine at the hydrant to another Engine adjacent to the ARFF crash truck.
C
Explanation:
This is a new bulletin. Please be familiar with it.
C. A logical position for the Engine Company Officer would be in close proximity to the Crash Truck Operator, when possible..
AUC 325 sec 4.1
Question 29:
You are working in L-500 and arrive 2nd due to L-400 for a fire on the 5th floor in a 7 story 100x100 Cast-Iron Loft type building. E-100 in conjunction with E- 200 are stretching a handline waiting for the Ladder FFs to find access that will lead them to the fire. The floors are compartmented. From the information above, choose the only correct tactic used for this type of building fire.
A: You notified the IC that you encountered straight run stairs in the process of going to the floor above
B: E-200 assisted E-100 in stretching and operating a mandatory 2 1/2 handline
C: L-500 OV went to the rear and L-400 OV went to the roof
D: Access to the roof for the Roof FFs is an adjoining building, aerial/TL, or a fire escape
Explanation: D
A. For an upper floor fire, the first ladder company notifies the IC if straight run stairs are encountered (in this case it would be L-400) Lofts sec 7.2.3.A.1
For a lower floor fire, the second arriving ladder company would notify the IC is straight run stairs are encountered. Lofts sec 7.2.2.A.2
B. Depending on size-up of fire conditions, the dimensions of the structure, and compartmentation of the structure, initial hoselines of 1 ¾” hose may be appropriate. However, any fire in a large, uncompartmented area will require 2 ½” hose. 6.1.1
C. First ladder OV Firefighter’s primary position is the rear of the building to perform coordinated ventilation and report fire conditions. Second ladder OV Firefighter will proceed to the rear to reinforce and ensure this position has been covered Lofts sec 7.2.2 C
D. Lofts sec 7.2.1 D 1
Question 3:
During an explosive/incendiary incident, tagging victims and moving them to the appropriate area is critical for a successful operation. All viable, non-ambulatory victims MUST be moved to the Triage Transfer Point, where they will be directed to the appropriate Treatment area. Choose the incorrect procedure when tagging victims and moving them to the appropriate treatment area .
A: Critical patients shall be Red-tagged and immediately removed to the Transportation Sector to be brought to a local hospital for definitive care
B: Urgent patients shall be Orange-tagged and removed to a separate Orange Treatment Area
C: Non-Life threatened patients shall be Yellow-tagged and removed to a separate Yellow Treatment Area
D: Minor-injured, ambulatory patients (Green-tagged) shall be directed to a separate Green Treatment area near the Triage Transfer Point
D Explanation:
Remote from the Triage Transfer Point
Remember, The 2nd arriving Engine Officer must remain at the Triage Transfer Point and assume control until relieved by a BC
ERP add 3 pages 13-15
***In the glossary, it states Yellow tags are Non-Ambulatory/Delayed. Please know that this bulletin uses both definitions from the glossary and choice C.
Question 9:
With the detonation of an Improvised Nuclear Device (IND), responding units shall not enter the area of detonation for at least ________ minutes.
A: 5
B: 10
C:15
D:30
C
Explanation:
Because radiation fallout from an IND does not occur for approximately 15 minutes after detonation, units responding to an IND should not enter the area of the detonation for at least 15 minutes post-detonation, when presence of radiation can then be detected and monitored
ERP add 4 sec 3.1.4.C
Question 11:
You are working in E-500 staffed with 5 FFs during the 6x9 tour when you arrive 2nd due to E-400 staffed with 4 FFs for a fire on the 2nd floor in a 6 story 50X100 CL3 multiple dwelling. With no FAST unit on scene, and L-200 and L-300 in position, which members would make up the safety team at this fire?
A:Control and Door FFs of E-500
B: Control FF of E-400 and LCC of L-200
C: Door FF of E-500 and LCC of L-200
D:Control and Backup FFs of E-500
D
Explanation:
If 2 Engines on scene, then it would be Backup and Control FFs of the 2nd arriving Engine regardless if staffed with 5 or 4 FFs
A- If one 5 FF Engine on scene
B- If one 5 or 4 FF Engine and one Ladder on scene
MMID ch 1 page 4…..KNOW THIS PAGE COLD
Question 26:
On the Iroquois Pipeline, there is a buried manual valve designated E13A-1 outside the meter/regulating station at Food Center Drive. There is a sign “FDNY Valve E-13A-1” located on the fence adjacent to the gated entrance and the valve stem is covered by a flush mounted valve box similar to a Con Edison manhole cover. How many full turns does this valve require to close?
A: 24
B: 48
C: 261
D: 213
D
Question 27:
Units are designated by the following letter suffix when assigned a specific task at an incident. The suffix R after a ladder company designation L136R correctly labels a ________
A: Division Task Force
B: SOC Support Truck
C: Rescue Collapse Transport
D: Hi-Rise Roof Team
C
Question 33:
While taking up from a CFR run in E-200, the dispatcher calls you over the apparatus radio to see if your available for another run. You try calling the dispatcher by depressing the handset button and transmitting your message, but failed to receive an acknowledgment from the dispatcher. Your next move to make is found in which correct choice?
A: Make one additional attempt to call the dispatcher
B: Make two additional attempts to call the dispatcher
C: Make three additional attempts to call the dispatcher
D: Assume the radio is inoperative and transmit your message from another mobile unit
B Explanation:
In the event a 1st call is not acknowledged within 30 seconds, press the handset button and repeat the call, but not more than 3 attempts to contact the dispatcher. If the 3rd call is not acknowledged, assume the radio is inoperative and transmit your message from another mobile unit (3 attempts from this unit). Still if no acknowledgement, assume a problem with the Borough frequency and switch to Citywide frequency. If unable to to communicate with the citywide dispatcher by radio, contact the Borough or Citywide dispatcher via telephone
Know this procedure cold
Communications ch 8 sec 8.4.3
Question 35:
A steam manhole cover compared to sewer and electric manhole covers can be identified how?
A: Two square manhole covers placed in pairs over a concrete slab
B: Two rectangular manhole covers placed in pairs over an asphalt slab
C: A larger than normal single round manhole cover over a concrete slab
D: Two round manhole covers placed in pairs over a concrete slab
Explanation:
Steam System Emergencies sec 1.1 photo 1 DDD
Question 38:
At a fire on the 14th floor of a 16-story high-rise fireproof multiple dwelling, if it is determined that the smoke and heat condition in the hallway is due to a wind impacted fire with the fire apartment door left open, the first units should take all of the following actions except?
A: The Ladder Officer shall ensure members exit the public hallway immediately, and notify the IC and Engine officer of conditions. Units on scene shall be notified that a wind impacted fire condition exists.
B: A hoseline shall be stretched and charged in the attack stairwell. This charged hoseline will remain in the stairwell so as not to create a flow path drawing the heat and smoke into the stairwell.
C: Once confirmation is received that an alternative strategy has been successfully implemented, and approval to enter the public hallway has been given by the IC, Operations Section Chief or Fire Sector Supervisor, the Ladder Officer and both members of the forcible entry team shall enter the public hallway to locate and gain control of the fire apartment door.
D: Once the Ladder Officer gains control of the fire apartment door, the Engine Company should advance the charged hoseline to the fire apartment door. Once the hoseline advances towards the interior fire area as directed by the Engine Officer, the fire apartment door shall be chocked open.
Explanation:
Only the Ladder Officer and ONE MEMBER of the forcible entry team shall enter the public hallway to locate and gain control of the fire apartment door. The Ladder Officer shall utilize the TIC to assist in locating the fire apartment.
MD Add 3 5.1 C