CAPT - CLASS #5 – Week of 10/??/14: AUC's #254, 323 & 347, BISP Ch #3 – Factory Guide, Mercantile Guide, Storage Guide, Ch. #5 Ref 5.2, 5.3, 8.3, 14.5, 14.6, 14.7, 14.9, 16.1, Safety Bull. #7, 56, 61 & 70, ABC's #1-02, 1-10, 2-11 Instructor: Instructor: BC Pat Sheridan

Question 1

PART I – BISP Ch #3 – Factory Guide, Mercantile Guide, Storage Guide, Ch. #5 Ref 5.2, 5.3, 8.3, 14.5, 14.6, 14.7, 14.9, 16.1:
ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS IN ORDER, USING THE REFERENCE PACKET PROVIDED.
1. At 0800 hours on a Wednesday morning, you enter the quarters of Ladder 100 to work a day tour. You have recently been assigned to Ladder 100, a busy company in Battalion 200, after the previous Captain was promoted to Battalion Chief. Lt. James, assigned to Ladder 100, informs you that he has left a list of issues that he was unable to take care of during the previous 24 hours, due to the numerous runs and administrative matters during the tour. After entering the office and sitting down, you begin to address the unfinished business. The first form you look at is a note from Lt. James concerning a building that was inspected on BI yesterday. The note states that the building has steel plating on the roof and the side walls, a large fire load, and there was no sprinkler system present. Which of the following actions taken by Lt. James was incorrect concerning this steel plated building?
(A) An A-8 was prepared and forwarded due to the inability to determine if the alteration using steel plates was legal.
(B) An A-244 Sprinkler Recommendation was submitted.
(C) A Violation Order was issued to provide a necessary sign warning of the steel plating using red lettering on a white background near the entrance to the building.
(D) A CIDS Card specifying the location of the steel plating and the lack of sprinkler system was prepared. The CIDS card was faxed to the administrative Battalion for approval due to the imminently dangerous condition.

Answer 1

1. C

Question 2

2. After reviewing Lt. James’s note, you receive a phone call from Lt. Harris, who is working overtime today at the San Gennaro Feast. Lt. Harris is performing an inspection prior to the day’s events, and she knows that due to your extensive knowledge of the BISP manual, you will be able to answer any questions she has. Which of the following conditions found by Lt. Harris is not in accordance with the rules concerning street fairs?
   (A) An unobstructed fire lane 16 feet wide is provided for fire apparatus access.
   (B) A solid yellow circle 12 inches in diameter in the center of the emergency access lane is provided to indicate the location of each fire hydrant.
   (C) Each concessionaire has been limited to two (2) 20 pound LPG containers per LPG device.
   (D) A concessionaire is found storing 10 gallons of kerosene in approved safety cans.
   (E) A concessionaire is found using CNG to power cooking equipment.

Answer 2

2. E
   X

Question 3

3. After conducting roll call and making all proper journal entries, you return to the office and find an Apparatus Accident Report (CD-19) that has been returned by the Battalion with a note to make corrections to the form, and return it to the Battalion when finished. Which of the following does not require correction?
   (A) The Incident box is checked, even though a member suffered a broken leg when the civilian vehicle slammed into the rear of the apparatus while it was parked in front of a hydrant while performing BI.
   (B) The Civilian vehicle information is listed under the heading of Vehicle # 1, and the Ladder 100 information is listed under Vehicle #2.
   (C) The notation in the top right side of the form stated Page 1 of 1 Pages. The collision between the one civilian vehicle and Ladder 100 resulted in injuries to 1 FDNY member, and the 4 occupants of the civilian vehicle.
   (D) The Chauffeur, Officer and Tillerman spaces are left blank because those riding positions were unoccupied when the collision occurred.
   (E) The CD-19 was forwarded to BC Davis of Battalion 300, who conducted the accident investigation, due to Battalion 200 being out of service for annual medicals at the time of the collision.

Answer 3

3. A
   x

Question 4

4. The review of the CD-19 made you remember that you had not initiated the injury report for FF Johnson, the member who suffered a broken leg during the collision 6 days earlier. Choose the incorrect point concerning the completion and processing of this injury report.
   (A) You contacted the Medical Officer on duty via FDOC to report the injury.
   (B) All 9’s shall be entered in the 16 digit space in place of the FDID number, and the address where the injury occurred shall be provided, due to the injury occurring at a non-response.
   (C) If FF Johnson is unable to provide a narrative and enter his Reference number and date of birth on the Injury Report within 7 days from the date of the injury, you must forward a CIRS-1 report through the chain of command to the Chief of Safety.
   (D) You print two copies of the Injury/Exposure Report, placing one copy in FF Johnson’s personnel folder, and the other copy in the Uniform Filing System.

Answer 4

4. C

Question 5

5. You log into RBIS to prepare for afternoon BI when you receive a run for a fire on the roof of a multiple dwelling. Upon arrival at the Box, you head to the roof of the 8 story Class 1 Multiple Dwelling, and determine that the cause of the alarm was a charcoal barbecue on the roof. You notice that the barbecue is on a concrete roof, with a wood roof deck 15 feet away and a garden hose is nearby. Which is a correct action to take?
   (A) You issue a Violation Order to provide a portable fire extinguisher in addition to the garden hose.
   (B) After determining that the grate area is 8 square feet, and the wood roof deck is the only combustible material on the roof, you tell the occupants of the building to enjoy their lunch and head down to the street.
   (C) You tell the people barbecuing that open burning is not permitted in NYC, and that they must extinguish the barbecue immediately.

Answer 5

5. B

Question 6

6. After eating a quick lunch, you head out on afternoon BI. The first building you inspect is a Bulk Oil Storage Facility. When you pull up to the facility, the LCC, who is studying for Lt., begins to recite the color coding for the fire extinguishing systems. In which one should you correct him?
   (A) Fire Department water connections for the Foam extinguishing systems are red with contrasting bright orange bands.
   (B) Standpipes and yard hydrant systems piping, valve bodies and handles, hydrants and hydrant houses are red with contrasting white bands.
   (C) Carbon dioxide extinguishing systems piping and valve bodies and handles are red with contrasting brown bands.
   (D) Dry automatic sprinkler system Fire Department connections are red with green caps.

Answer 6

6. D

Question 7

7. After completing the Bulk Oil Storage Facility inspection, you proceed to a strip mall constructed in 2009 that houses several commercial occupancies. You instruct members to inspect a fully sprinklered drug store that is in the middle of 3 stores. Inside the front door, members find a Certificate of Occupancy posted which states the maximum number of persons permitted is 70 people. While inspecting the drug store occupancy, members find the following conditions. Which condition would require further action?
   (A) Only one means of egress is provided in the drug store.
   (B) The exit doors swing outward.
   (C) Stock is stored 20 inches below the sprinkler head deflectors.
   (D) Small bottles of acetone are stored in the fully sprinklered cellar.

Answer 7

7. D

Question 8

8. Upon completion of the drug store inspection, you instruct members to inspect a 99 cent retail store, which is also located in the strip mall. The strip mall is a 100’x50’ two story building. The 99 cent store is 35’x50’, and has an unenclosed stair connecting the first and second floors. Which choice is correct concerning sprinkler requirements?
   (A) The entire building requires an automatic sprinkler system.
   (B) The 99 cent store occupancy requires an automatic sprinkler system due to the square footage.
   (C) The 99 cent store occupancy requires an automatic sprinkler system due to the unenclosed stair.
   (D) Neither the building nor the 99 cent store occupancy requires an automatic sprinkler system.
   (E) An automatic sprinkler system would only be required if the storage of merchandise is high-piled or in a rack storage display.

Answer 8

8. C

Question 9

9. Members have just completed the inspection of the 99 cent store when you receive a run for a fire in a Private Dwelling. You arrive at the scene of a small rubbish fire in front of a new 20’x40’ 3 story Private Dwelling under construction. The Battalion has requested a 10-12, so you transmit a 10-22 and notify the Battalion that they do not have to continue into the Box. After transmitting the signal, your OV tells you that the rear of the building is open, and he can see that the floor joists for the 2nd floor are Wooden I Beams. The OV adds that there does not appear to be any fire stopping in this area. Which action taken should be corrected?
   (A) You request to have the Battalion Chief reassigned to the Box.
   (B) You forward a High Priority Referral through the chain of command.
   (C) You forward a Sprinkler Recommendation (A-244), recommending the modification of the Certificate of Occupancy requiring the installation of sprinklers throughout.
   (D) You prepare an E-cids for the building upon return to quarters.

Answer 9

9. C
   D was wrong

Question 10

10. While completing your administrative duties at the previous Box, an occupant of Exposure 2, a 6 story Multiple Dwelling, tells you that the occupant of Apartment 5C is using a kerosene space heater, even though the building has a functioning oil burner. Upon investigation, it is determined that the kerosene space heater inside Apartment 5C has kerosene in it, but appears to never have been used. Which is a correct action to take?
    (A) You issue the occupant of Apartment 5C a Violation Order to remove the heater Forthwith.
    (B) You issue the occupant of Apartment 5C a summons and confiscate the heater.
    (C) When the occupant of Apartment 5C fails to comply with your orders, you request the Police Department to respond to assist with confiscation.
    (D) You issue a receipt (BF-27) to the occupant of Apartment 5C for the confiscated space heater, and transport the space heater back the firehouse.

Answer 10

10. B

Question 11

11. After checking your watch, and being shocked to see that it is only 1500 hours, you proceed to a 1 story 80’x100’ tire storage facility constructed in 2010. Which of the following would require your unit to take further action?
    (A) The C of O allows a maximum of 25 people in the building. There is one exit found in the building that is less than 100 feet from all points in the building.
    (B) An automatic sprinkler system is found in the entire building.
    (C) Employees of the building are unable to provide a permit for high-piled storage. The tires are stored in closely packed piles 8 feet high covering an area of 600 sq. feet.
    (D) Members find an egress plan in the front office that indicates the location and width of aisles, exits, exit access doors, exit signs, the height of the storage, and the location of any hazardous materials.

Answer 11

11. C

Question 12

12. While inspecting the tire storage facility, members ask you about the fire protection requirements for this building. In which statement were you wrong?
    (A) Buildings and structures where the area for the storage of tires exceeds 500 square feet or 7500 cubic feet shall be equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system.
    (B) A permit is required to store tires that are not mounted to vehicles in amounts that exceed 100 tires in buildings of combustible construction.
    (C) Hot work is permitted in a tire storage yard as long as fire guards with approved extinguishers or hoses are provided for each torch operator.
    (D) Outdoor storage of tires is restricted to individual piles not exceeding 5000 square feet of continuous area.

Answer 12

12. C

Question 13

13. When you return to quarters on completion of BI, you head up to the office to complete all of the required paperwork. On your desk, you find that the Battalion has dropped off the bag with several items inside. The first item you find is a memo from the Battalion concerning a Supervisory Conference. The memo requests a Supervisory Conference to be held between you and Battalion Chief Murphy, who is assigned to Battalion 200, to discuss the 3 preventable accidents that Lt. James has been involved in in the last 18 months. In which thought were you correct?
    (A) The accident in which Ladder 100 struck a parked vehicle while passing a double parked vehicle while responding to a water leak should not be considered preventable.
    (B) Lt. James’ second preventable accident in the previous 12 months should have resulted in a Supervisory Conference between you and a Chief Officer from Battalion 200.
    (C) Lt. James’ third preventable accident in the last 18 months should result in a Supervisory Conference between Lt. James and a Chief Officer from Battalion 200.
    (D) A report will be forwarded to the Chief of Operations for the reassignment of Lt. James for 60 days.

Answer 13

13. C

D is correct
Cmis between comp commander and the chief

Question 14

14. The second item you find in the bag is a note that a Multiple Member Injury Report is to be completed for a fire in which 3 members of Ladder 100 were injured. You review the CIRS reports and note the following injuries:
     FF Blue was granted Service Connected Medical Leave for a fractured arm.
     FF Red was granted Remainder of the Tour for a pulled muscle in his shoulder
     FF Green’s minor contusion to his knee was classified as a Minor Injury.
    Which point is incorrect concerning this report?
    (A) The multiple member injury report is not required in this instance.
    (B) The Officer working the tour when the injuries occurred will be responsible for the Multiple Member Injury report if it is required.
    (C) If the Officer working the tour is on leave, they shall prepare the report as soon as possible upon return to work. If the leave extends more than 30 days, the Company Commander must complete the report.
    (D) The Company Commander shall review the report and add meaningful comments and suggestions to help provide for the future safety of their members
    (E) Company Commanders shall forward the report to the Chief of Operations via the Chain of Command.

Answer 14

14. C

Question 15

15. At 1700 hours, while standing in front of the firehouse, a civilian approaches you reporting a possible overcrowding condition in a cabaret around the corner. You call the administrative BC, who tells you he is on his way over to investigate, and requests that you investigate the condition while he is traveling. Upon investigation, you determine that there is no Public Assembly Permit present, and there are 200 people present in a 30’x50’ one story cabaret. Which action taken was incorrect?
    (A) You issue a summons.
    (B) A forthwith VO is issued to reduce the number of occupants.
    (C) You issue an NOV for the lack of the Public Assembly Permit.
    (D) You determine that the cabaret is not overcrowded, due to the occupant load and space available.

Answer 15

15. D

Question 16

PART II – SAFETY BULL. #7, 56, 61 & 70:
SAFETY BULLETIN 7
1. Choose the incorrect point concerning injuries and exposures. (2.1, 2.1.1, 2.2.2, 3.5)
(A) Of the three injury classifications, only Service Connected Medical Leave is designated as Medical Leave.
(B) A non-biological exposure without symptoms would require Medical Officer notification.
(C) The Medical Officer must be notified via FDOC of all injuries.
(D) Illnesses not related to an exposure that prevent a member from continuing on duty do not need to be recorded in CIRS; however, the Medical Officer must be notified.

Answer 16

1. B

Question 17

2. Choose the correct point about the processing of CIRS. (2.2.1, 3.3, 3.8, 4.1)
   (A) Supervisors are required to access CIRS each tour.
   (B) A Biological exposure without symptoms would not require Medical Officer notification.
   (C) An Injury Report and an Exposure Report shall be prepared if symptoms of an injury, or illness are related to an exposure.
   (D) Biological exposures must be entered into CIRS no later than 7 days from the date of the exposure.

Answer 17

2. B

C is correct

Biological exposure always requires notification with or w/o symptoms

Question 18

3. TRUE or FALSE Group Reporting may be submitted for identical non-biological exposures of members who do not exhibit symptoms. To submit this report it is required that all members had the same non-biological exposure and are assigned to the same unit. (4.6)
   (A) True or (D) False

Answer 18

3. A

Question 19

SAFETY BULLETIN 56
4. Which choice is correct concerning actions that are taken following an accident? (3.2)
(A) When a unit is involved in any accident, the driver or operator shall be tested for the presence of illegal drugs and/or alcohol.
(B) When a unit is involved in a major accident, the driver or operator shall be tested for the presence of illegal drugs and/or alcohol.
(C) When a unit is involved in a major accident, the driver or operator and Officer shall be tested for the presence of illegal drugs and/or alcohol.
(D) When a unit is involved in a major accident, all members of the unit shall be tested for the presence of illegal drugs and/or alcohol.

Answer 19

4. B

Question 20

5. When a civilian alleges that the Department is responsible for an accident, or alleges that a Department vehicle caused damage to a civilian vehicle or property, several actions must be taken. Which is not correct concerning this situation? (3.1, 3.2, 4.3)
   (A) The civilian should be informed that he/she may file a notice of claim by calling the Comptroller’s Office.
   (B) The Officer on duty must make a Journal Entry of the allegations.
   (C) This should be treated as an incident.
   (D) An Apparatus Accident Report (CD-19) is not required.

Answer 20

5. D

Question 21

6. There is often confusion about what constitutes an Incident, a Minor Accident, Major Accident, or a properly parked apparatus. Choose the incorrect choice about these terms. (4.3, 4.4, 4.5, 4.6)
   (A) A parked car damaged by a tower ladder outrigger should be treated as an Incident.
   (B) A Minor Accident includes an accident that results in minor to moderate damage, no injuries, or minor injuries.
   (C) A Major Accident includes an accident that results in significant damage, a serious injury, or death.
   (D) An apparatus that is double or triple parked at MUD will always be considered properly parked.

Answer 21

6. B

D is correct

Question 22

7. Engine 300 while responding 1st due to a Class 3 alarm strikes a vehicle, which then strikes a parked vehicle. After stopping and ensuring that there are no injuries, the Officer gives a preliminary report to the Dispatcher. Which choice contains correct information that should be included in this transmission? (6.1)
8. The location of the accident
9. An indication that Engine 300 was responding to an alarm.
10. Advise the Dispatcher that there were no injuries.
11. Advise whether the apparatus is remaining at the scene or proceeding
12. Do not advise whether it is a major or minor accident. This will be determined by the responding BC, with the assistance of the Division Chief and a Safety Battalion Chief.
    (A) 1,2,3,5 only
    (B) 1,2,3,4,5
    (C) 1,2,3,4 only
    (D) 1,2,3 only

Answer 22

7. D

C is correct

Question 23

8. Upon being involved in an accident, the primary initial obligation for members is to prevent the accident from increasing in magnitude. At a Major Accident, units should not move the vehicles unless necessary. If vehicles are moved at a Major Accident, several steps must be taken. Which is not one of these actions to be taken? (6.5.2)
   (A) The location of tires of all involved vehicles shall be marked with “T” shaped marks. If the vehicle is double wheeled, then only the outside tire should be marked.
   (B) The “T” shaped marks should indicate the outside edge of each tire and the center line of the axle of each wheel.
   (C) If a tractor trailer or other large vehicle is involved, the four corners of the vehicle shall be marked.
   (D) Marks shall be made with lumber crayon, chalk etc., and must always be renewed as necessary until the arrival of the investigating Battalion.

Answer 23

8. D

Question 24

9. When would a NYS Report of Motor Vehicle Accident (MV-104) not be required to be completed? (24.1)
   (A) An accident resulting in death
   (B) An accident resulting in personal injury
   (C) An accident resulting in cumulative damage over $1000 to all vehicles involved
   (D) An accident where the dollar amount of damage cannot be estimated.

Answer 24

9. C

Question 25

10. All Officers must be familiar with the time constraints relating to the submission of the CD-19 and MV-104. Which choice incorrectly describes the time limit for submission of these documents? (24.1, 25.1, 26.1)
    (A) The original NYS Report of Motor Vehicle Accident (MV-104) must be completed and sent to NYS DMV within 10 days.
    (B) A copy of the MV-104 must be sent to the Safety Command within 96 hours.
    (C) Upon returning to quarters, the preparer of the CD-19 will contact the FD Operations Center.
    (D) The CD-19 report shall be forwarded by the apparatus operator/Officer within 7 days of the accident/incident.

Answer 25

10. D

Question 26

SAFETY BULLETIN 61
11. An Emergency Action Plan is to be prepared for all FDNY facilities. In which choice would members not be operating in accordance with the Emergency Action Plan for a serious fire in the apparatus cab occurring in quarters? (4.1, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3)
(A) After the members were alerted by the intercom, the lights were turned on and members descended the stairs to the apparatus floor.
(B) The Officer directed the housewatchman to notify the Dispatcher of the emergency via telephone, voice alarm or a street box.
(C) The Officer ascertained that all members were accounted for, and ensured that all members were moved to a safe location outside.
(D) The Officer ensured that the apparatus was moved to a safe location outside the building.

Answer 26

11. D

Question 27

12. When the Officer on duty reviews the Emergency Action Plan, they shall make an entry in the Company Journal. Which choice incorrectly describes when the plan shall be reviewed? (7.1)
    (A) Initially, when the plan is developed.
    (B) Whenever the plan is changed.
    (C) When new personnel are assigned.
    (D) Annually, on January 1.

Answer 27

12. D

Question 28

SAFETY BULLETIN 70
13. Informal critiques should be conducted after each incident at which a company operates. Choose the correct choice concerning these critiques.
(A) The critique must be conducted at the scene, so the incident is fresh in everyone’s mind.
(B) The Company Officer should lead the critique, and ensure that all criticism is constructive.
(C) Mistakes should not be discussed to avoid any potential embarrassment.
(D) “Walk-throughs” may be dangerous and are generally discouraged.

Answer 28

13. D

B is the answer

Question 29

PART III – AUC’s #254 & 323:
AUC 254
1. Choose the incorrect point concerning the Chauffer Selection Policy. (1, 2, 3, 4)
(A) Division Commanders shall establish a minimum number of chauffeur positions for each unit in its command.
(B) Each commanding officer shall post a listing of chauffeur positions and members filling these positions (regular, back up, in-training).
(C) Members must have three years’ experience in the Fire Department to be considered for Chauffeur Training School. In unusual circumstances, exceptions to this policy will be granted with the approval of the Company Commander and Division Commander.
(D) The primary input for selection, training, and assignment of members to Chauffeur Training School must come from the Company Commander aided by the Company Officers.

Answer 29

1. A

C ic correct
It’s the chief of ops

Question 30

2. Which of the following driving skills would a potential chauffeur not be evaluated on? (5)
   (A) Ability to safely maneuver apparatus through heavy traffic on various surfaces.
   (B) Sound judgment and defensive driving practice.
   (C) Knowledge of the particular district.
   (D) Ability to take appropriate firefighting action for every type of apparatus.

Answer 30

2. D

Question 31

3. True or False The ultimate decision to award the position of regular unit chauffeur shall be made by the Company Commander in consultation with the Company Officers. Seniority shall be the overriding factor that is considered in making this decision. (Sec. 10)
   (A) True or (D) False

Answer 31

3. D

Question 32

4. Which choice is correct concerning actions that must be taken prior to a member attending Chauffeur Training School? (Sec. 6, Add. 1 Sec. 3, 4, 4.1)
   (A) The completed Chauffeur Qualification Checklist (CT-5 or CT-6) shall be filed at the company level and forwarded with the candidate when they are selected to attend Chauffeur Training School.
   (B) Prior to attending Chauffeur Training School, each member shall be given at least 5 hours of driver training, including emergency responses.
   (C) To assure members receive adequate training prior to attending Chauffeur Training School, members shall drive the apparatus at MUD, responding and returning from alarms.
   (D) Forms CT-5 and CT-6 are merely a guide used to recommend specific training. Members are not required to complete the listed training points prior to attending Chauffeur Training School.

Answer 32

4. D

A is the answer

Question 33

5. Choose the incorrect point concerning Chauffeur Training and Availability. (Add. 1, Sec. 5, 6, 6.1)
   (A) When in the opinion of the Company Commander, a FF is proficient in driving and operating the apparatus, an entry shall be made in the Office Record Journal.
   (B) Company trained chauffeurs may not be used to fill a short term and temporary vacancy.
   (C) When in the opinion of the Company Commander, a member’s performance as a chauffeur is less than satisfactory, the Company Commander may recommend to the Chief of Operations that the member’s designation as chauffeur be revoked.
   (D) ECCs transferred to Ladder companies, and LCCs transferred to Engine companies, shall have their prior unit designation revoked immediately upon transfer. Exceptions to this policy will be granted with the approval of the Chief of Operations.

Answer 33

5. A

Question 34

AUC 323
6. The recent introduction of Probationary FFs into the firehouses requires all Officers to be familiar with the Probationary Firefighter Development Program. Which choice is incorrect concerning this program? (Sec. 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3)
(A) Training can take place during BISP, hydrant inspection, after an incident or anytime the Officer feels that there are lessons to be learned.
(B) While Company Officers generally lead the drill periods, the participation of all members, in particular the Company Commander, is necessary to pass on lessons learned and the considerable experience of members.
(C) Company Commanders should initially emphasize those portions of the reading schedule to their unit type (Engine or Ladder) and the response area.
(D) Once the Company Commander prioritizes the reading schedule, it shall be forwarded to the Battalion Training Coordinator.

Answer 34

6. B

Question 35

7. The Probationary FF Reading Schedule and Training Notebook are tools used to train new FFs. Choose the correct point concerning the reading schedule. (AUC 323 Sec. 2.5, Add. 4 Sec. 2.2)
   (A) The Probie shall initial and date in blue or black ink each tour.
   (B) The Officer on Duty shall initial and date in red ink each tour.
   (C) The Company Commander shall initial and date in red ink once a month.
   (D) The Reading Schedule shall be maintained by Probies for one full year from the date the member is assigned to a field unit. Once the Reading Schedule is forwarded to the Battalion Training Coordinator in the 17th month, it is no longer required to be maintained.

Answer 35

7. C

Question 36

8. Cross unit details of Probationary FFs are used to enhance the training of the Proby. Which choice is incorrect concerning these details? (2.7)
   (A) Cross unit details shall be initiated after the Probationary FF has completed 90 days of service in the firehouse.
   (B) The Company Commander shall ensure the Probationary FF has familiarized themselves with FDNY Firefighting Procedures/Bulletins relevant to the area in which they will be detailed.
   (C) Cross units details shall be for a period of 60 days.
   (D) During the cross unit details, the Probationary FF shall not be detailed out of the cross training unit for any reason.

Answer 36

8. D

Question 37

9. The Probationary FF Training Notebook is a tool used to continue the training of Probies after they graduate from the Fire Academy. Choose the correct answer concerning this notebook. (Add. 4, 1.1, 1.3, 1.4)
   (A) Notebooks shall be maintained for one full year from when the member is appointed to the Fire Department.
   (B) Members shall ensure a tool list from their current unit is attached to the rear cover of the notebook.
   (C) The notebook is to be used as a positive motivational tool. Company Officers should address any inconsistent entries made in the book by conducting constructive reviews with the FF.
   (D) To maximize the effectiveness of the notebook, the notebook shall be brought to all drills held in quarters, MUD, or the Fire Academy.

Answer 37

9. C

Question 38

10. There are several rules regarding the Training Notebook. Which choice is incorrect concerning these rules? (Add. 4, Sec. 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7)
    (A) The Training Notebooks shall be kept in the company office when not in use.
    (B) If the Training Notebook is lost or destroyed, the member must forward a report through the chain of command to the administrative Division. A new notebook will be issued to the member immediately.
    (C) The loss or destruction of the notebook will be noted in the subsequent evaluation report of the member and may result in disciplinary action.
    (D) Probies shall document all leaves, other than regular leaves in their notebook. An entry shall be made in the notebook listing the date the leave started and ended.
    (E) When a Proby has had a leave other than regular leave, on the first tour after the leave has concluded, the Officer on duty will verify the dates of the leave and sign the entry made by the Proby.

Answer 38

10. B

Question 39

11. Which choice is incorrect concerning the review and evaluation of the Training Notebooks? (Add. 4, Sec. 1.8, 2.1, 2.2)
    (A) The Probationary FF shall review the notebook weekly, and initial and date in blue or black ink.
    (B) The Officer on duty shall review the notebook each tour the member works, and initial and date in red ink.
    (C) The Company Commander shall review the notebook monthly, and initial and date in red ink.
    (D) Company Commanders shall ensure the Training Notebooks and Reading Schedules are forwarded to the Battalion and Division Training Coordinators at the completion of the member’s 8th, 12th and 18th month of service.
    (E) Members who have had their probationary period extended, shall continue to maintain their training notebooks for a period of time equal to their extended probation.

Answer 39

11. D

Question 40

PART IV – ABC’s #1-02, 1-10 & 2-11:
ABC #1-02
1. Which one of the following is correct concerning Apparatus/Vehicle Security Decals? (1-02, Sec. 3.1)
(A) All marked FDNY apparatus/vehicles have been issued security decals. Voluntary hospital ambulances are not issued security decals.
(B) The decals shall be affixed adjacent to the driver’s side door in an area where it will be noticed when approaching the driver.
(C) Previously issued apparatus/vehicle security decals, affixed to the driver’s side of the windshield, shall be considered invalid and shall be removed pending replacement with a new decal.

Answer 40

1. C

Question 41

2. Choose the correct action taken by Captain Smith. (1-02, Sec. 4.2, 4.4, 4.6)
   (A) Upon noticing an FDNY Engine that did not have a vehicle security decal, Capt. Smith contacted the borough dispatcher and reported the number, type and location of the vehicle after requesting a mixer-off message.
   (B) Upon noticing an FDNY Engine that did not have a vehicle security decal, Capt. Smith contacted the Citywide Dispatcher and reported the number, type and location of the vehicle after ensuring the mixer was on.
   (C) After notifying the dispatcher, Capt. Smith proceeded to the Engine that did not have the decal, and asked the chauffeur about the missing decal.
   (D) Upon noticing a damaged decal during inspection of the apparatus following roll call, Capt. Smith placed the unit Out of Service and promptly notified the BC, DC and Dispatcher via telephone.

Answer 41

2. A

Question 42

Answer Questions 3 - 4 based on the following:
You are working as a Captain in Engine 8 on the 9x6 tour when you receive a run for a reported fire in the Kuwaiti Consulate. Engine 8 and Tower Ladder 7, commanded by Lt. Jones, are the only units on scene and notice that there is fire coming from a 4th floor window. The CIDS for the building is as follow:
Office Building Kuwaiti Consulate 6 story 50x80 Cl 3
No standpipe – Hand stretch required-Ammunition
Stored on 2nd floor- Alarm panel 1st floor
3. Choose the only correct action taken. (ABC 1-2010 Sec. 4.5, 4.6, 4.7, 5.1, 5.2)
(A) After meeting resistance from Consulate Personnel concerning entry by members, you receive permission to have Lt. Jones investigate the situation by himself. You order Lt. Jones to investigate, with other members standing fast at the front door.
(B) After verifying that there is fire on the 4th floor, you order your members to bring rollups to the front of the fire building.
(C) Consulate Personnel refuse entry by Engine 8, so you instruct your members to position a handline to protect Exposure 2, an attached 6 story Class 3 Multiple Dwelling, and order Tower Ladder 7 to set up in front of the Consulate.
(D) After being notified by members that they see people in distress at a 4th floor window of the Consulate, you order the Inside Team of Ladder 7 to make entry due to the known life hazard, regardless of permission being denied by Consulate Personnel.

Answer 42

3. C

Question 43

Answer Questions 3 - 4 based on the following:
You are working as a Captain in Engine 8 on the 9x6 tour when you receive a run for a reported fire in the Kuwaiti Consulate. Engine 8 and Tower Ladder 7, commanded by Lt. Jones, are the only units on scene and notice that there is fire coming from a 4th floor window. The CIDS for the building is as follow:
Office Building Kuwaiti Consulate 6 story 50x80 Cl 3
No standpipe – Hand stretch required-Ammunition
Stored on 2nd floor- Alarm panel 1st floor

Answer 43

4. Upon arrival of the Battalion Chief, you briefed him on the following actions taken. Which one should be corrected? (ABC 1-2010, Sec. 5.3)
   (A) When you confirmed that the fire was in the Consulate, you notified the dispatcher.
   (B) The dispatcher was informed of the denial of entry immediately.
   (C) All members were informed that due to the ammunition stored on the 2nd floor, no members would be allowed in the building if granted access.
   (D) A Police Department Liaison was requested to respond.

Question 44

ABC #2-11
5. Units would respond in Emergency Mode in which type of Group 1 single unit incident? (ABC 2-2011 Sec. 2.1)
(A) A broken water pipe inside a commercial building.
(B) A tree down on a vehicle
(C) A person locked in a building vestibule
(D) When assigned as a Salvage Truck for a fire on the other side of the Borough
(E) ERS no contact response at 0100 hours.

Answer 44

5. E

Question 45

6. True or False Only a Battalion Chief may direct an emergency response to a Group 1 or 2 modified response upon receiving additional information. (ABC 2-2011 Sec. 2.1 Note, 2.2 Note)
   (A) True or (D) False

Answer 45

6. F

Question 46

7. When a Group 2 incident is dispatched, units that are assigned 1st due shall respond in the Emergency Mode. Units other than 1st due shall respond in the 10-20 mode. Which of the following would be classified as Group 2 incidents? (ABC 2-2011 Sec. 2.2)
   (1) Odors of gas
   (2) Odors of smoke
   (3) Sprinkler activation
   (4) Class 3 alarms – automatic, valve, manual
   (5) Electrical emergencies
   (6) Manhole Emergencies
   (7) Food on the stove
   (8) BARS – 1st due engine only (emergency mode)
   (9) Class E – 1st due engine or ladder (emergency mode)
   (10) Class J – 0700-1900 1st due engine or ladder response (emergency mode)
   (11) Class J – 1900-0700 Box assignment (1st due units in emergency mode)
   (A) 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 9, 10 only
   (B) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
   (C) 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11 only
   (D) 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11

Answer 46

7. C