Bx Test 24 Flashcards
The intent of the “Abandoned Infant Protection Act” is to provide a parent who has no other alternative with a safe place to abandon his/her infant. The fire unit must make a journal entry and forward a letterhead report, with endorsements, to the Chief of Fire Operations. These reports shall indicate all the following information except:
A: Date and time custody of the infant was assumed.
B: Precinct and shield numbers of the PD members assuming custody
C: How notified
D: Race and sex of infant.
B
Explanation:
AUC 7 sec 2.6.2
Unit designation and shield numbers of ambulance unit members assuming custody
The report also contains… Time custody of the infant was assumed by the ambulance crew.
Proper line placement at rowframes is critical to preventing the rapid extension of fire to exposures. When operating at a fire in a vacant building in a row of occupied rowframes which line placement below is correct?
A: The first hoseline must be stretched to the most severe exposure.
B: If not needed to back up the first hoseline, the second hoseline must be stretched to the opposite exposure.
C: The third hoseline must be stretched to the fire building.
D: The fourth hoseline must be stretched through an exposure to the rear yard.
A
Explanation:
B. If not needed to back up the first hoseline, the second line shall be stretched TO THE FIRE BUILDING OR THE OPPOSITE EXPOSURE.
C. The third hoseline is stretched TO THE FIRE BUILDING OR THE OPPOSITE EXPOSURE, DEPENDING ON WHERE THE SECOND HOSELINE WAS STRETCHED.
D. The fourth hoseline is stretched AS ORDERED BY THE IC.
Rowframes 6.7 A
An explosion causes the collapse of a 4 story Brownstone building. Units arrive to find debris in the street, no visible fire and obvious damage to exposure buildings on both sides. Which Engine company operated CORRECTLY following the transmission of the 1060?
A: The first arriving engine company took the first open hydrant across the street from the collapsed building outside of the collapse zone.
B: The second engine arrived and assisted the first stretching a 1¾” line to the front of the collapsed building.
C: The third engine arrived and stretched a 3½” line into the tower ladder positioned in front of the collapse building.
D: The 4th arriving engine assisted in the removal of a lightly buried victim and performed CFR.
D
Explanation:
FIREFIGHTING PROCEDURES – COLLAPSE
D IS CORRECT – 7.4
A – If possible, both first and second arriving engines should take separate hydrants outside the block, each on separate mains, and prepare to supply handlines and a large caliber tower ladder stream. 5.3 – Note: At times it may be necessary for the first arriving Engine to take a position within the block for use of the apparatus master stream for fire control or exposure protection. The Officer must ensure a continuous source of water supply for such purposes. 7.2
B – First line stretched should be 2½ - 7.1
C – 2nd Engine should ensure 3½ supply line is stretched to the first tower ladder. 7.3
At collapse operations it is critical for first responding units to address street management and fire control. Apparatus shall be parked in such a manner that special equipment, ambulances, etc., can make their way to and from the scene when ordered by the IC. Which apparatus positioning below is incorrect for collapse operations?
A: If possible, both the first and second arriving engines should take separate hydrants outside the block, each on separate mains, and prepare to supply handlines and a large caliber tower ladder stream.
B: Two of the second alarm ladder companies should be used to seal off the ends of the street.
C: Initially, the first arriving tower ladder should be the only unit in front of the collapsed building, unless there is specific need for additional units.
D: Subsequent arriving tower ladders should be positioned to reach and protect a different exposure.
B
Explanation:
B. Two of the second alarm ENGINE COMPANIES should be used to seal off the ends of the street.
Collapse 5.3, 5.4
As the first arriving Engine on scene at an IED incident, post-detonation, you would be correct to take all of the following actions except?
A: If first unit on scene, confirm the location of the POI using plain language on the department radio. Notify the dispatcher and advise incoming units that an explosion has occurred, so that all incoming units may alter response routes when necessary.
B: Consider staging in a protected area, being mindful of distance and/or shielding. Consider transmitting a 10-60 with the appropriate code.
C: If there is no threat of fire, use skeds to remove critical victims from the POI to the Triage Transfer Point. If there are no EMS units at the Triage Transfer Point, then proceed with triage of critical victims.
D: Properly position the apparatus, establish water supply, stretch a precautionary 1 3/4” hoseline and, when necessary, knock down fires threatening victims. If there is no threat of fire, remove skeds and CFR equipment for use in the POI.
D
Explanation:
Properly position the apparatus, establish water supply, stretch a precautionary 2½” hoseline…..
ERP Add 3 5.3.1
The terminology associated with Class 2 buildings can have a great impact on fire operations. Which choice below is CORRECT regarding an Open Fire Stair?
A: If the doors in the stairs lead to apartments in different wings, then it is an Open Fire Stair.
B: If the doors in the stairs lead to apartments in the same wing, then it is an Open Fire Stair.
C: If the doors in the stairs open into a vestibule or hallway which leads to apartment doors, then it is an Open Fire Stair.
D: If the stairs typically contain a standpipe riser, then it is an Open Stair.
B
Explanation:
FIREFIGHTING PROCEDURES – CLASS 2 BUILDINGS
B IS CORRECT – PHOTO 7A PG 112
A – Shared Fire Stairs – 8.5.3C4
C – Enclosed Fire Stairs – Photo 7A pg 112
D – Open Stairs do not typically contain a standpipe PG95 8.5.3C3
The incorrect procedure, when a member is transporting his/her Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), can be found in which choice?
A: The FDNY strictly prohibits members from transporting firefighter PPE without the use of provided gear bags
B: When transporting firefighting PPE in a private vehicle, such items shall be placed in the gear bag prior to being placed in the passenger compartment or the trunk of the vehicle. Prior to placement into the gear bag, the firefighting protective ensemble shall be placed into a plastic bag supplied by the Department
C: Members are responsible to use the gear bag with a plastic liner anytime they transport firefighting equipment
D: Grossly contaminated gear bags caused by a bloodborne pathogen shall be decon in quarters by members following the guidelines outlined in the CFR-D manual
D
Explanation:
AUC 310 add 4
A- sec 1.3
B- sec 1.4
C- sec 3.1
D- Grossly contaminated gear bags caused by a bloodborne pathogen exposure shall not be cleaned by members. The gear bag should be placed in double (two) clear bags, tied or taped closed. An EDR-1 shall be completed and placed in between the two bags, facing outward, for ID purposes. Bagged items shall be left, if possible, in a light traffic area adjacent to HW for pickup by the DSU……sec 2
The Transit Authority refers to its 14 sets of under river crossings as tunnels. Most under river tunnels actually consist of two separate structures referred to as tubes. Which description of these tubes below is correct?
A: Tube walls are between 2 and 2 ½ feet thick; the tubes are between 14 and 19 feet wide.
B: Most tubes have access to the adjacent tube throughout the underwater areas.
C: Under river tubes are narrower than underground tunnels, usually large enough for only 2 tracks.
D: The tunnel-to-tube transition are is where the round underground tunnel sections connects to the square under river tube.
A
Explanation:
B. Most tubes HAVE NO ACCESS to the adjacent tube throughout the underwater areas.
EXCEPTIONS: 63RD STREET TUNNEL, 161ST STREET TUNNEL, LEXINGTON AVE TUNNEL (ALL OF WHICH HAVE OPENING THROUGHOUT THE UNDER-RIVER AREA)
C. Under river tubes are narrower than underground tunnels, usually large enough FOR ONLY 1 TRACK.
D. The tunnel-to-tube transition are is where the SQUARE underground tunnel sections connects to the ROUND under river tube.
Under River Rail 2.2.1, 2.2.2, 2.3, Figure 3A &3B
Prefixes of units on a response ticket help to identify what resources are responding to a particular incident. Which prefix is correct?
A: HR - High Rise Unit
B: RC - Recuperation and Care Unit
C: F - Foam Tender
D: RV - Rapid Response
A
Explanation:
Comm 2 p36
RA - Recuperation and Care Unit
FT - Foam Tender
RR - Rapid Response
***AUC 159 add 8 sec 3.2.1 states…These units will be identified in the CADS system as follows: R and ladder company number associated with the S.S.L. (R025 is Ladder 25 second piece)
The members of Battalion 99 are operating at an incident in the Subway and the repeater channel needs to be activated. Which choice is CORRECT regarding use of the Repeater?
A: The NYC Transit duplex repeater system is always on.
B: Once activated, all members operating are to switch to and communicate on the repeater channel.
C: Experience has shown that the post radio is proven to be reliable means of communicating to below grade locations.
D: A Handie Talkie relay is not needed in stations with repeater communications.
A
Explanation:
AUC 207 ADDENDUM 16 – REPEATER SYSTEM
A IS CORRECT 4.3
B – All FD members other than those designated to switch to the repeater channel will remain on HT Channel 1. 4.3
C – Experience has proven that the post radio may prove unreliable when communicating below grade. 4.3
D – An effective HT relay must be established whether the station is equipped with a repeater or not. 4.3
The only correct procedure you followed when operating at a suspected crime scene can be found in which choice?
A: Covered a corpse in all situations
B: You gave a brief statement to the press involving the incident
C: Notified NYPD since one of your members found a large amounts of currency
D: Did not let members wash hands in sink or use toilet facilities. Did not adjust radio or television, or use telephone in crime scene area
D
Explanation:
AUC 317
A- Refrain from covering any corpse except in public view….5.12
B- Restrict comments or opinions to authorized persons. No statements should be given to the press, civilians, or other agencies….5.13
C- Notified Fire Marshal to respond to voucher currency at any operation where large amounts of currency are discovered….sec 5.14
D- 5.9 and 5.10
One of the duties of an engine company officer is to ensure the required number of CFR trained members are working on any given tour. Which guideline stated below is correct?
A: Companies officers must ensure 2 CFR members (firefighters or company officer) are working each tour.
B: In order to be in service as a CFR-D unit, there shall be a minimum of two trained members (firefighters only) with current CFR-D certification.
C: During the tour if staffing is reduced to only 1 firefighter and 1 officer, the company shall be unavailable for CFR-D responses.
D: Without two CFR-D certified members, the company may still be dispatched to calls received directly from the public to assist civilians.
D
Explanation:
A. Companies officers must ensure 2 CFR FIREFIGHTERS are working each tour.
B. In order to be in service as a CFR-D unit, there shall be a minimum of two trained members (FIREFIGHTERS OR COMPANY OFFICER) with current CFR-D certification.
C. During the tour if staffing is reduced to only 1 firefighter and 1 officer, the company SHALL REMAIN AVAILABLE for CFR-D responses.
NOTE D: WITHOUT TWO CFR-D CERTIFIED MEMBERS, THE COMPANY SHALL NOT RESPOND TO ANY CFR CALLS. THE COMPANY MAY STILL BE DISPATCHED TO CALLS RECEIVED DIRECTLY FROM THE PUBLIC TO ASSIST CIVILIANS.
BE CAREFUL WITH THE WORDING IN THIS SECTION
CFR Ch 2 1.7, 1.8, 1.8.1
In which type of high rise office building are exterior windows usually not openable?
A: All High-Rise Class “E” office buildings.
B: High-Rise Class “E” office buildings built before 1945.
C: High-Rise Class “E” office buildings built between 1945 and 1968.
D: High-Rise Class “E” office buildings built after 1968.
D
Explanation:
HROB 2.4.9
Roof access for fires in Class 2 buildings with open stairs is a constant consideration especially during fires on lower floors. Which of the following is NOT listed as a consideration in determining whether roof access for ventilation will be attempted?
A: Number of floors between the fire floor and the roof
B: Knowledge of occupants in halls and stairs above the fire.
C: Reports of occupants trapped in the fire apartment necessitating immediate entry for search.
D: Weather conditions indicating increased stack effect.
D
Explanation:
FIREFIGHTING PROCEDURES – CLASS 2 MD’S
D IS NOT CORRECT – Weather conditions not listed.
A,B,C, 8.8.2
Choose the incorrect action taken when operating at an accident on a highway.
A: Apparatus should be placed at an angle to the incident when feasible to maximize safety (between the fire or emergency and the oncoming traffic)
B: When placement of apparatus will expose it to the possibility of fire extension, pumper may be placed beyond the fire vehicle, but second apparatus, and third if necessary, shall always be placed between oncoming traffic and the operating forces
C: Where the fire or emergency occurs near a curve, or beyond a hill, the second apparatus shall be located where it will be visible to oncoming traffic and furnish a warning to such traffic in sufficient time to avoid a secondary collision
D: Blocking apparatus shall be placed at least 25 feet behind the first operating unit to create a safe working area
D
Explanation:
At least 50 feet
Training Bulletins Fires 8 sec 6
Portable ladders may be used for venting with a member on the ladder or without a member on the ladder. Which venting procedure described below is incorrect?
A: When the member is positioned on the ladder and prepares to use a tool to ventilate the window (a halligan is preferable), he/she should extend their arms upward and slant the tool downward to strike the glass.
B: When venting from a ladder, the member should place the tip of the ladder, if possible, level with or higher than the top of the window.
C: When using a portable ladder to vent without a member on the ladder when the ladder strikes the glass there should be no contact between the member and the ladder.
D: The member using a portable ladder to ventilate a window must have his/her eye shields in the down position.
A
Explanation:
A. When the member is positioned on the ladder and prepares to use a tool ventilate the window (A 6 FOOT HOOK IS PREFERABLE), he/she should extend their arms upward and slant the tool downward to strike the glass.
Portable Ladders 10.3.2
