Bx Test 14 Flashcards
At the top of the main display screen on the HT, you notice a “H”. What does this indicate?
A: Heat detected
B: You are operating at 5 watts
C: Hot battery
D: You are operating at 2 watts
B
Explanation:
High wattage (5 watts)
TX Power: An H or L on the display indicates high (5 Watt) and low (2 Watt) power level.
Comm 11 2.2.2 D
You have just arrive 1st due to a Con-Edison substation. You exit the apparatus and notice smoke emanating from the substation. You employ the following tactics and take the following precautions. Choose the incorrect tactic/precaution.
A: Forced entry to retrieve information from the “Lockbox” located inside the substation
B: Avoid bringing metal tools into substation and do not allow any tools to project above your shoulder
C: Set up handlines to protect exposed buildings
D: Stretched a 3 1/2 supply line to the sprinkler Siamese for the electrical transformers, however, you did not charge the line, unless requested to do so by Con-Ed white hat
A
Explanation:
AUC 338 add 2
A- Lockbox is inside the substation, BUT WE DO NOT FORCE ENTRY. Respond to muster site to meet con-ed white hat. Con-ed white hat will retrieve information from the Lockbox located inside the substation. sec 4.1, 6
B- sec 6
C- sec 5.1
D- sec 5.2
Units are operating at the scene of a 2nd alarm cellar fire in a cast-iron loft building. First alarm ladder companies are performing primary searches in the fire building. There are four hoselines stretched at this fire. Which hoseline was deployed incorrectly?
A: The first line was stretched to the interior of the first floor to the top of the interior cellar stairs. This line must remain on the first floor to prevent upward extension of fire.
B: Depending on conditions, the second hoseline may need to gain an alternate access point to the fire in the cellar.
C: The IC ordered the third hoseline into exposure 2 which was interconnected to the fire building below grade.
D: The IC ordered the fourth hoseline to supply a cellar pipe.
A
Explanation:
The first engine company should stretch the initial hoseline via the interior to the fire area. If conditions prevent initial hoseline from advancing down the interior stairs, notify the IC and remain at this position to prevent upward extension.
If the first hoseline is unable to advance into the fire area, the second hoseline may need to gain an alternate access point into the fire area.
Additional hoselines may be needed to:
1. Back up the hoseline advancing into the cellar.
2. Operate from other access points if initial hoseline is unable to advance.
3. Protect exposures (below grade areas may be interconnected).
4. Supply cellar pipes, sub-cellar pipes, and distributors.
Lofts 6.2
The cockloft is the space above the finished ceiling and the underside of the roof sheathing and can vary in height from __________.
A: two inches to more than four feet
B: two inches to four feet
C: four inches to more than six feet
D: four inches to six feet
C
Explanation:
Taxpayer 3.2.1
The correct color of the First Responder’s Bridge Manual/Field Guide can be found in which choice?
A: Red
B: White
C: Blue
D: Green
D
Explanation:
AUC 344
Look at picture on page 2
Company Commanders shall ensure the Field Guides are accounted for and stored in a secure location on the apparatus with the Emergency Response Guidebook for Hazardous Material Incidents (Orange Book). Report lost or stolen manuals forthwith to the PTSU by phone and email PTSU. Forward a FS-112
Spare apparatus shall not be used for any service other than fire duty, except with the approval of the _________.
A: Chief of Fleet Services
B: Chief of Operations
C: Chief of Department
D: Fire Commissioner
C
Explanation:
Regulations 13: 13.3.14
Any member planning to perform “Ventilation for Search” at a structural fire should comply with each of the following except?
A: Once a decision has been made and approval has been granted to enter, the member should clear out the window for access and, before entering, reassess the smoke and heat conditions to determine if the area is tenable.
B: Upon reassessment after the window is cleared, if conditions now prevent access, immediately notify the Ladder Company Officer of this situation. However, if conditions are tenable, the member should reach in and probe the immediate area for potential victims.
C: After venting and entering, the priority action for the member is to isolate the area by closing a door before conducting the search (VEIS). Then search the room and locate any victim; if a victim is found, immediately transmit a 10-45, include your location and planned exit route.
D: If a victim is found prior to isolating the room, immediately remove the victim to a safe area and then isolate the room before proceeding with the rescue effort.
D
Explanation:
If a victim is found prior to isolating the room, the member shall isolate the room and proceed with the rescue effort.
Vent 12.6
Any building which has a Pre-Incident Guideline must be included in the CIDS program. The correct FD designation for the Pre-Incident Guideline that must be included at the beginning of the transmitted data section (CIDS) can be found in which choice?
A: PIG
B: PG
C: PI
D: IG
B
Explanation:
AUC 345 sec 3.1
Also: Pre-Incident Guidelines shall be prepared by the administrative company and emailed to the administrative Battalion for verification and approval as a candidate for a Pre-Incident Guideline…..sec 2.1
Once approved, company shall establish two Pre-Incident Guideline binders for their respective administrative as well as necessary response districts. One binder shall be carried in an accessible location on the apparatus and the other shall be kept in the company office for necessary reference….sec 4.1
Portable ladders may be used in many ways and with different tools to perform a variety of functions at fires and emergencies. The most innovative uses of ladders have resulted from quick responses to unusual situations. When using portable ladders to bridge a fence which statement is incorrect?
A: One ladder is placed against the fence and one member ascends the ladder to the point where the top of the fence is at waist level.
B: The butt end of the second ladder is passed to the member on the first ladder.
C: He/she then places both beams of the second ladder on top of the fence, slides it out a sufficient distance, pivots the ladder down from the fence, and lowers it to the ground.
D: The adjacent beams of the two ladders are tied together securely where they intersect, to prevent ladder movement during use.
C
Explanation:
C. He/she places ONE BEAM of the second ladder on top of the fence…
Portable Ladders 9.2.1
A knowledgeable company officer would be correct to know that, on the HT, the “Transmit/Receive LED” illuminates?
A: Solid Red when transmitting and Solid Green when receiving.
B: Blinking Red (while not transmitting) - HT transmitting at low battery condition.
C: Blinking Red (while transmitting) - HT is in Emergency Mode.
D: Blinking Amber - HT is receiving a secured transmission.
D
Explanation:
Solid Red when transmitting and Solid Amber when receiving.
Blinking Red (while transmitting) - HT transmitting at low battery condition.
Blinking Red (while not transmitting) - HT is in Emergency Mode.
Comm 11 2.2.5 E
While working in a Ventilation Support Unit, you gave safety tips when using the Positive Pressure Fans (PPF). From the following tips you gave, you were incorrect in which choice?
A: PPF can be transported only when dialed down to idle
B: PPF should be lifted by two members whenever the fans need to come off the ground
C: PPF shall never be fueled inside a structure
D: PPF should be inspected and started daily at the beginning of the 9x6 tour, and weekly at MUD. Fans shall be started and allowed to run at full RPM for 5 minutes
A
Explanation:
AUC 349
A- The PPF shall NEVER be transported while in operation….sec 11.2
B- sec 11.5
C- sec 11.6
D- sec 11.7
Members must take certain safety precautions when operating the aerial ladder apparatus. Below is a list of some of those precautions. Which one is incorrect?
A: Stabilizer jack pads shall be placed under the area where the stabilizers come in contact with the ground. Manual safety pins must be placed in the highest hole possible in the stabilizers.
B: When both stabilizers are properly in place, both STABILIZER DOWN green lights will be illuminated.
C: For unobstructed climbing of the aerial ladder, align the rungs. This is accomplished when the “Rung Alignment Indicator Light” is illuminated.
D: Wheel chocks should be placed to prevent movement of the apparatus. Carry two sets of chocks on each side of the apparatus.
D
Explanation:
D. Carry ONE SET OF CHOCKS on each side of the apparatus.
Aerial Ladders 8.2; 8.3; 8.5
According to communications chapter 8, which choice below includes the most correct answers on when a unit may transmit a 10-91?
1. Fire Unit is canceled enroute to a medical emergency due to EMS on scene.
2. Medical assignment where the Fire Unit is 10-84, has no patient contact and EMS is on-scene.
3. EMS downgrades the job to a segment that does not require a Fire Unit response, prior to the unit going 10-84 at a medical emergency.
4. Fire Unit arrives at a stuck elevator response where NYPD has already safely removed passengers.
A: Only 1 and 3
B: All of the above
C: Only 1, 2 and 3
D: Only 2 and 3
A
Explanation:
2. 10-37 Code 4 - medical assignment where the unit is 10-84, has no patient contact and EMS is on-scene.
4. This signal shall be used only for medical emergency incidents.
Comm 8 10-91
***CFR ch 2 sec 3.8.2 is in conflict with Comm ch 8.
CFR states… If the Company is not required, they shall clear the scene (using signal 10-91) and go 10-8 via MDT
As a newly promoted Lieutenant, with the winter season fast approaching, you must be knowledgeable in the use of snow chains. From the following choices listed below, choose the only correct statement you made during drill on the use of snow chains.
A: As an alternative to installing the snow chains using the “drive over” method, FFs can use the Turtle ramp to assist in installing the snow chains
B: When snow chains are applied, apparatus must not exceed 15 MPH
C: When apparatus is out of quarters for any reason, and cross links of chains break or become loose, the officer shall cause apparatus to stop immediately and have condition corrected by removing loose or broken links with bolt cutters
D: The installation of snow chains are to be applied to the two rear outer drive wheels only, which includes apparatus with dual rear axles
A
Explanation:
Training Bulletins C2 add 1 sec 2 & 3
A- NEW as of 10/29/2019
B- 30 MPH
C- EXCEPT WHILE RESPONDING TO FIRES OR EMERGENCIES
D- Apparatus with dual rear axles shall have chains mounted on ALL OUTER REAR DRIVE WHEELS
Remember: The use of outriggers or tormentors to lift the apparatus shall NEVER be attempted inside of the firehouse
Top floor fires in old law tenements often times extend to the cockloft. Operating members need to determine if the fire has entered the cockloft as soon as conditions permit and relay this information to the Incident Commander. Which comment below is correct for members to consider when checking the cockloft for fire extension?
A: When fire is burning in a top floor apartment, it is important for members to wait until the fire is “knocked down” before examining the cockloft.
B: An early inspection can be made by going to a room adjacent to the fire (within the fire apartment only) and opening an observation hole in that ceiling.
C: If fire can be seen burning in the cockloft the observation hole should be immediately expanded to define the extent of the fire.
D: It is good practice while waiting for a charged hoseline to ventilate all the windows in the apartment, because once the ceiling is opened the floor will quickly become filled with smoke.
D
Explanation:
A. When fire is burning in a top floor apartment, it is NOT EFFICIENT to wait until the fire is “knocked down” before examining the cockloft.
B. An early inspection can be made by going to a room adjacent to the fire (IN THE SAME OR ADJOINING APARTMENT) and opening an observation hole in that ceiling.
C. If fire can be seen burning in the cockloft the observation hole should NOT BE EXPANDED UNTIL A CHARGED HOSELINE HAS BEEN POSITIONED.
Ladders 3: 5.9.6 NOTE
When requesting an ambulance, CFR-D Companies must provide certain information to the dispatcher for relay to EMD. Which of the following is not an example of what should be transmitted?
A: Pulse
B: CUPS Status
C: Age
D: Blood Pressure
D
Explanation:
CFR-D Manual Ch 2 sec 3.11
Acronym: PARCCC
Pulse, Age, Respiratory rate, CUPS status, Chief complaint, CPR initiated
