Chapter 12

Question 1

Incorrect regarding a suspended ceiling collapse?

a. The size of a suspended ceiling determines the seriousness of the entrapment hazard
b. Grid system is the heaviest part of the suspended ceiling
c. The part of the suspended ceiling that traps a firefighter is the wood or metal grid
d. Lightweight metal grids with removable panels do not create crushing or pinning hazards

Answer 1

A The weight determines the seriousness of the entrapment hazard

Question 2

If members are suddenly trapped under a collapsed suspended ceiling, the most important first step is to?

a. Raise the collapsed ceiling with a ladder
b. Sweep the collapse area above the ceiling with HL
c. Begin searching the store area via adjoining buildings
d. Cut the ceiling grid

Answer 2

B

Question 3

Suspended ceiling collapses at a store fire incorrect

a. The grid system must be cut apart first before the ceiling sheathing is cut or pulled apart
b. Rescue attempts from the rear of the store are usually faster than adjoining store attempts
c. Going down an outside cellar entrance may allow access to the interior of the store
d. A portable ladder can be used as a raising lever to lift up part of the collapsed ceiling

Answer 3

B Rescue attempts from adjoining store are usually faster

Question 4

3 common types of suspended ceilings, which include a wood grid system with a permanently affixed ceiling, a metal grid system with a permanently affixed ceiling, and a LW metal grid system with a removable panel ceiling. Of the following three types, which is the one that is killing NYC FF’s when involved in a collapse?
A: The wood grid system with a permanently affixed ceiling
B: The metal grid system with a permanently affixed ceiling
C: The lightweight metal grid system with a removable panel ceiling
D: All three types will kill FF’s when involved in a collapse

Answer 4

A Chapter 12