CLASS 8 - Week of 11319 CommManChap.12&13,FFP PDs,AUC310-314,317,323–325,Brannigan–Chap2&3,BISP-CDACh.5–Ref6.1,7.1,9.11,BISP–FireCodeCh33-7,Ch41-10,Ch.6 4-6BC Chris Paolicelli.pdf

Question 1

1. A Chief Officer discussing the use of FDNY issued Bunker Gear would be incorrect in which statement made? (AUC 310 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7)
   A. In a flashover situation, a Bunker equipped member must be within 5 to 10 feet of an exit in order to survive.
   B. Bunker pants shall never be worn without kneepads in place.
   C. The wearing of Bunker Pants Suspenders is not optional, but mandatory.
   D. If a member’s protective hood is not available that member shall not enter any IDLH areas.

Answer 1

1. D

2.7 The hood is part of your personal protective clothing (PPC) and its use is mandated by the Department. It is anticipated that the use of protective hoods will have the same positive results as bunker gear, further reducing burn injuries to our members. The hood shall be worn whether dry, damp, or saturated with moisture.
2.8 If the protective hood is not available, the Officer on Duty (OOD) shall instruct the member to have his/her helmet ear flaps down and coat collar up and secured by the neck
strap prior to entering the fire area.

Question 2

2. BC Smith is supervising a drill with two new probies. The drill topic is the correct way to don Bunker Gear. The probies would be correct to don their gear in which order? (AUC 310 3.1)
3. Handie-Talkie
4. Pants and boots
5. Protective hood
6. Bunker coat
   A. 2, 1, 3, 4 B. 2, 3, 1, 4 C. 1, 2, 3, 4 D. 2, 1, 4, 3

Answer 2

2. B

3.1 Bunker Gear must be donned in the following order:
3.1.1 Pants and Boots (Personal Safety System in place)
NOTE: Members are advised to use boot jacks when doffing their PRO boots. When
used properly, PRO Boot jacks will extend the life of the PRO boots significantly.
3.1.2 Handie-Talkie (remote speaker clipped to outside of coat)
3.1.3 Protective Hood*- The Protective Hood must be donned in the following manner
to ensure a proper seal of the SCBA facepiece.
• Don the hood completely over your head before putting on the Bunker
Coat.
• Don the Bunker Coat.
• Push back the hood from your head onto the back of your neck to store the
hood in the ready position.
• Before entering a smoke filled environment, the SCBA facepiece is to be
donned, followed by the pulling up of the hood over the head and around
the facepiece.
• WARNING: Failure to don the SCBA facepiece first, before the hood,
will result in an improper seal of the facepiece resulting in the loss of air
from the positive pressure facepiece.
*NOTE: The procedures for the proper donning, use, and care of the Protective Hood
are found in the training video, “Protective Hoods”, issued to each firehouse. All
units shall periodically incorporate the viewing of this video into drill periods.
3.1.4 Bunker Coat

Question 3

3. A Battalion Chief arriving 1st and assuming control of an All-Hands fire may dispense with wearing how many of the following articles of Bunker Gear? (AUC 310 4.2)
4. Bunker Coat
5. Protective Hood
6. Helmet
7. Pants and boots
   A. 4 B. 3 C. 2 D. 1

Answer 3

3. B

4.2 Chief Officers when operating in a command capacity outside the fire building, may
dispense with wearing the complete bunker ensemble when, in the exercise of their best
judgment, wearing the bunker gear is not necessary. The helmet must be worn at all
times. However, Chief Officers required to enter the fire building, must have all PPC
donned.

Question 4

4. Chief Officers shall personally evaluate the condition of the members operating under their command and provide appropriate periods of rest and rehabilitation when indicated. Battalion Chiefs may authorize up to how many hours of rest and rehabilitation? (AUC 310 6.4.3)
   A. 1 B. 2 C. 3 D. 4

Answer 4

4. B

6.4.3 Battalion Chiefs may authorize up to 2 hours of rest and rehabilitation and Deputy
Chiefs up to 3 hours of rest and rehabilitation.

Question 5

5. You are the IC at a 2nd alarm fire in a rowframe where the nozzle firefighter from the 1st arriving engine suffered burns to her knees while advancing the line. The firefighter was transported to the hospital by EMS and placed on medical leave. You would be correct to instruct the company officer to take which one of the following actions? (AUC 310 8.3.1)
   A. Contact the Division Messenger Van to transport the member’s Bunker Gear to the Safety Battalion.
   B. Contact SOC, who will provide loaner gear to the member and will deliver the affected gear to Quartermaster.
   C. Contact the Safety Battalion who will arrange for the collection the gear.
   D. Upon returning to Full Duty, have the member deliver the affected gear to Quartermaster for replacement.

Answer 5

5. C

8.3.1 There are two separate procedures for delivering bunker gear to the Quartermaster
for an integrity examination. The procedure to be used depends on whether or not
the member who had been wearing the bunker gear has incurred a burn injury
which requires medical leave to be granted.
A. When the affected member does not require medical leave for a burn
injury the Division messenger of member’s assigned Division shall deliver
his/her bunker gear to the Quartermaster at the Fort Totten location only.
If necessary, the member can obtain loaner gear from SOC.
B. When the affected member does require medical leave for a burn injury,
the Officer on Duty must comply with section 11.3.36 of the Regulations
by tagging the bunker gear, placing it Out of Service, and contacting the
Safety Battalion for instructions. The Safety Battalion will arrange for the
collection of the bunker gear for its own investigation. At the conclusion
of its investigation, the Safety Battalion will determine if the garment
should be examined at the Quartermaster for repair or replacement due to
thermal damage. Safety will deliver the garment to the Quartermaster for
this evaluation.
NOTE: If the Safety Battalion will be retaining control of the bunker gear for an
extended period, pending completion of the investigation, they shall forward a
report to the Chief of Safety and a copy to the member’s unit indicating that
loaner gear shall be issued to the affected member.

Question 6

6. A Battalion Chief who is the Incident Commander at a fire or incident where an FDNY member suffers a life threatening injury must take certain steps to ensure the Safety Battalion can perform a thorough investigation. Of the following choices, which one would be an incorrect action for the IC to take? (AUC 314 2.1, 2.2)
   A. Ensure the scene is secured and guarded, and only individuals with a specific reason to enter should be allowed inside the perimeter.
   B. Maintain the scene secure until the Safety Chief and Chief of Operations determine otherwise.
   C. Any item that could have a bearing in the investigation should be secured and protected, until turned over to the Safety Chief.
   D. Establish a LOG to record all facts including the description of items turned over to the Safety Chief as well as any movement of evidence.

Answer 6

6. B
   The scene should be
   maintained secure until the Safety Chief and the Chief of Fire Investigation determine
   otherwise.

Question 7

7. The Chief working in Battalion 99 has been assigned to respond to a nearby hospital as the “Member-Tracking Chief’ for a firefighter who has suffered a major injury at a fire. While enroute the Chief reviews the responsibilities of the “Member-Tracking Chief”. In which choice was he incorrect? (AUC 314 3.1, AUC 336 3.5)
   A. Make contact with the hospital administrator and inform them of the particulars of the incident and that ranking members of the FDNY and City Hall will be arriving.
   B. Have the hospital administrator secure one room large enough to accommodate both the family and members of the victim’s unit and an FDNY Command Post for the Fire Commissioner/ Chief of Department.
   C. Confer with the ranking EMS Officer to decide whether the hospital emergency room should be put on diversion.
   D. Secure all clothing and protective equipment that had been transported with the member.

Answer 7

7. B

Have the hospital administrator secure at least two rooms; one for the family and
members of the victim’s unit and one to function as an FDNY Command Post for the
Fire Commissioner/Chief of Department.

Question 8

8. In certain situations, when a member suffers a serious injury at the scene of a fire or emergency, it maybe necessary to handle equipment or components in order to preserve it “as is.” Specific instructions will usually come from the investigating Chief Officer on scene. If the investigating Chief Officer is not on scene, the IC should take all but which one of the following actions? (AUC 314 4.4)
   A. Leave the member’s handie-talkie on the channel found and ensure the battery remains connected to the radio.
   B. Leave the SCBA cylinder and purge valves in the position found. If necessary to close a cylinder valve, the pressure readings of both the cylinder and remote gauges should be noted and recorded, as well as exactly how many turns were required to close the valve.
   C. Take the necessary measures to prevent further injury/damage resulting from tools (Hurst Tool, etc.) but do not force or manipulate the tool any more than absolutely necessary.
   D. Designate a specific Officer or unit to locate and secure any tools and equipment as soon as possible. Prior to removing, record the exact location and position of such tools and equipment.

Answer 8

8. A

• Leave the handie-talkie on the channel and volume level as found and disconnect the
battery to preserve the battery condition.

Question 9

9. A crime scene is the area where a crime was committed and any path to and from the scene. If it is suspected that a crime has occurred at the scene of a fire or emergency, Incident Commanders should limit activities within the scene. How many of the following statements are correct regarding crime scene rules? (AUC 317 5)
10. Firefighting operations and patient care should never be compromised in order to protect the crime scene.
11. Limit the number of members entering the area to those necessary for efficient operations.
12. Do not wash hands in sinks or use toilets within the crime scene. Do not adjust radios or televisions.
13. After a diagnosis of death refrain from covering any corpse.
14. No obvious dead victim of a hanging should be cut down and no bound body should be untied.
    A. 5 B. 4 C. 3 D. 2

Answer 9

9. B (1, 2, 3, 5)

5. 12 Refrain from covering any corpse except in public view.

Question 10

10. BC Jameson and Captain Morgan are having a discussion regarding the Probationary Firefighter Training Notebook. The Captain made the following statements. In which one should the Chief have corrected him? (AUC 323 Add.2 1.4, 1.5, 1.8, 1.9)
    A. The training notebook should be secured in the member’s locker when not in use.
    B. Monthly training module receipt should be printed and stapled to the current notebook page at time of completion.
    C. 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.
    D. A tool list from the member’s current unit should be attached to the first page of the notebook.

Answer 10

10. A

 Keep their training notebooks in the company office when not in use.

Question 11

11. The Probationary Firefighter Notebook should be reviewed on a regular basis. How often should Chief Officers review each proby's notebook? (AUC 323 Add.2 2.1)
A. Each tour the member works
B. Weekly
C. Monthly
D. During company drills

Answer 11

11. D

2.1 Probationary firefighters shall ensure the training notebook is reviewed on a regular basis
according to the following schedule:
 Probationary Firefighter- Review weekly. Initial and date in blue or black ink.
 Officer on Duty- Review each tour the member works. Initial and date in red ink.
 Company Commander- Review monthly. Initial and date in red ink.
 Chief Officers- Review during company drill visits. Initial and date in red ink.

Question 12

12. Battalion 51 is responding to JFK airport for a report of an incoming aircraft having a dire emergency. The BC would be correct to take which one action listed below? (AUC 325 3.3.2, 5.1.1, 5.2.2, Add 2 1.2)
    A. Upon arrival assume the role of Incident Commander and establish a single agency command.
    B. The BC can modify the FDNY response based on their size-up and information received from PAPD.
    C. Contact the responding Deputy Chief via the 800MHz radio and provide particulars of the incident.
    D. Direct the 2nd arriving Battalion Chief to the incident site upon arrival of a PAPD escort.

Answer 12

12. B

5.1.1 The PAPD Tour Commander is the Incident Commander at aircraft emergencies
on PA property.

If a Deputy Chief is responding, the BC shall contact the responding DC by cell phone and provide particulars of the incident.

 Determine units required to accomplish Department objectives and assemble
companies to be escorted to the incident location by Port Authority Police escort.

Question 13

13. At airport operations, communications from the FDNY Incident Commander at the Command Post to the Staging Area should preferably be accomplished via which method? (AUC 325 5.3.4)
    A. Handie-Talkie Command Channel
    B. Port Authority Radio to the PAPD Liaison at the Staging Area
    C. Queens Dispatcher through the Department Radio
    D. 800 MHz radio if two radios are available

Answer 13

13. D

5.3.4 Communications from the FDNY Incident Commander at the Command Post to
the Staging Area can be accomplished:
 Via 800 MHz radio directly to the Staging Area.
 Via Queens Fire Dispatcher through Department radio, if two 800 MHz radios
are not yet available.
 Via Port Authority Radio to the PAPD Liaison at the Staging Area.

Question 14

14. Ensuring an adequate delivery of water is a primary function of the Fire Department at airport emergencies. Choose an incorrect choice regarding water delivery. (AUC 325 6.1)
    A. Relay operations are likely due to the possibility of great distances between the incident and the water supply.
    B. The pumping capabilities of the Satellite Water System should be used to their fullest when practical.
    C. FDNY Units should follow PA escorts closely as runways may be in use. Upon arrival at potential water supply locations, FDNY IC shall request PA escort to return to Staging Area to escort additional units as needed.
    D. FDNY units should be ready to develop and operate water or foam streams from FDNY apparatus or Port Authority Crash Trucks.

Answer 14

14. C

The PA escort should remain with units
until water supply to the incident location is established.

Question 15

15. Battalion 46 has received a response to LaGuardia Airport for a confirmed plane crash. The Dispatcher has informed the 46 that they are assigned as the Resource Unit Leader. Upon arrival where should they be assigned? (AUC 325 Add.1 3.2)
    A. The Incident Command Post
    B. The Staging Area
    C. The Port Authority Mobile Command Post
    D. Gate #3, the Marine Air Terminal

Answer 15

15. C

3.2 The Resource Unit Leader shall be assigned to the PA Mobile Command Post. This
Chief Officer shall maintain contact with the FDNY Incident Commander and the
Staging Area via handie-talkie, cellular phone or 800 MHz radio. The Resource Unit
Leader will also maintain contact with the FDNY dispatcher and serve as the FDNY
Interagency Chief.

Question 16

1. Choose the correct statement made during a discussion on the Post Radio. (Communications 12 2.2, 2.3, 2.5,)
   A. The battery provides sufficient wattage for 8 hours of operation when using the 20/20/60 formula (20% transmit, 20% receive, 60% standby) and for 12 hours when using the 10/10/80 formula.
   B. The Post Radio shall be charged monthly (weather used or not) for at least 8 hours.
   C. A frequency selector switch allows for the use of 16 HT channels, plus the 6 NYMAC/IO channels and all EMS channels.
   D. In case of emergency, the IC may switch the Post Radio to the tactical channel to broadcast their message at 45 watts

Answer 16

1. D

The battery provides sufficient wattage for 4 hours of
operation when using the 20/20/60 formula (20% transmit, 20% receive, 60% standby)
and for 7 hours when using the 10/10/80 formula (10% transmit, 10% receive,
80% standby).
2.3 The Post Radio shall be fully charged weekly (whether used or not) and after each use for
at least 8 hours. Prolonged use may require up to 20 hours to fully charge.
2.5 A frequency selector switch allows for the use of 16 channels. The channel selection is
displayed through an LCD screen.

Question 17

2. While working a 6x9 in Battalion 8, you respond as the 1st BC to a fire on an upper floor of a high rise office building. After arriving you decide that you will need to use your vehicle cross band repeater system to communicate with the operating units. You should know that which choice is incorrect when using the vehicle repeater and Post Radio? (Communications 12 6.1.1, 6.1.5, 6.1.6)
   A. You must notify the dispatcher that you are activating the vehicle cross band repeater. Only one operation utilizing the vehicle repeater is allowed citywide.
   B. The vehicle repeater shall be set initially to channel 2, the primary command channel. For optimal triangulation of the signal, the Battalion vehicle should be parked across the street from the operation.
   C. All Battalions shall bring their Post Radio into the lobby. In addition, the 2nd arriving Battalion shall bring in the VHF vehicle repeater hand-talkie into the lobby.
   D. Both the Post Radio and the vehicle repeater handie-talkie shall be set to channel 2, the primary command channel.

Answer 17

2. C

6.1.6 The first arriving Battalion shall bring the Post radio and the VHF vehicle
repeater handie-talkie into the lobby of the fire building. The Post radio shall be
set to the Primary Command Channel, Channel 2. The VHF vehicle repeater
handie-talkie shall also be set on Channel 2.

Question 18

3. Choose the correct statement regarding the Cross Band Repeater VHF Handie-Talkie. (Communications 12 4)
   A. The radio has an orange knob and a long antenna.
   B. It is programmed from channels 1-8.
   C. It transmits at 2 watts.
   D. When activated, the orange emergency button will produce the emergency beacon sound. The radio’s identification will not show on the EFAS.

Answer 18

3. B

 A yellow knob and a longer antenna identify the
cross band repeater VHF handie-talkie.
 It is only programmed from channels 1-8.
 Radio transmits at 5 watts.
 The orange emergency button is disabled on the
VHF H.T.
 Radio is charged in vehicle charger.

Question 19

4. During a critique of a recent 2nd alarm fire in a high rise office building, the following points were made. Which action taken at the fire was incorrect? (Communications 12 6.2.2, 6.2.3)
   A. The 1st arriving Battalion Chief gave her Post Radio to the second engine officer.
   B. The second engine officer took the Post Radio to the vicinity of the standpipe outlet from which the first handline was stretched.
   C. Upon arrival on the floor below the fire, the second engine officer established contact with the Incident Command Post on the tactical channel via the Post radio.
   D. The second arriving Battalion Chief left his Post Radio at the Incident Command Post, proceeded to the location of the second engine officer with the Battalion firefighter and had the Battalion firefighter monitor the Post Radio.

Answer 19

4. C

6.2.4 Upon arrival on the floor below the fire, the second engine officer shall establish
contact with the Incident Command Post (ICP) on the command channel via the
Post radio. The officer will verify that the Post radio is in place and give his/her
location to the IC.

Question 20

5. A Battalion Chief assigned as an “Attack Chief” at a high-rise fire would be correct to leave their Post Radio at the __________, set to the ____________ channel. (Communications 12 Section 6 Notes)
   A. Fire Sector/ Branch, Tactical Channel
   B. Fire Sector/ Branch, Command Channel
   C. Incident Command Post, Tactical Channel
   D. Incident Command Post, Command Channel

Answer 20

5. A

 If a Battalion is assigned as an Attack Chief, they can leave their Post radio at the Fire
Sector/Branch. This Post radio would be set to the tactical channel (the Fire Sector
Supervisor/Branch Director’s Post Radio is set on command). Because of its antenna, the
Post radio is better equipped to receive transmissions than a handie-talkie.

Question 21

6. Battalion 31 has just transmitted a 10-76 for a fire on the upper floor of a high-rise office building in Downtown Brooklyn. Battalion 1 is currently using the Primary Command Channel (Channel 2) for a fire in lower Manhattan, which is interfering with Battalion 31’s operation. The Chief in Battalion 31 should designate which channel as the Command Channel for their fire? (Communications 12 7.1)
   A. 4 B. 5 C. 6 D. 7

Answer 21

6. B
BOROUGH RECOMMENDED SECONDARY
COMMAND CHANNEL
RECOMMENDED
TERTIARY CHANNEL
Queens 4 5
Brooklyn 5 8
Manhattan 6 8
Bronx 7 6
Staten Island 8 4

Question 22

7. All Division and Battalion vehicles are equipped with a 40 watt UHF mobile radio that can be used for Emergency Transmissions. How many of the following statements are correct about this radio? (Communications 12 8)
8. It has all 16 HT channels, 6 NYMAC I/O channels, all EMS channels and NYPD TAC “G” and TAC “U” programmed into it.
9. To operate the radio, use the White microphone attached to the side of the radio.
10. When the “Home” button is selected, it will bring the user automatically to HT 1, designated as the HOME channel.
11. The radio should be used for emergency transmissions only, as it will cause operations distant from the scene to be hampered by the stronger signal.
    A. 4 B. 3 C. 2 D. 1

Answer 22

7-A (ALL)

Question 23

8. Choose an incorrect statement made during a drill on Duplex Radio repeater Systems. (Communications 13 2.1)
   A. These systems have both a radio receiver and transmitter. When a low strength signal is received, it re-transmits the signal allowing it to travel longer distances.
   B. They can support multiple transmissions at one time, however, transmissions made close to the antennae/cable may override other transmissions.
   C. Failure of the repeater system, for any reason, will negate all communications on the repeater channel.
   D. The duplex handie-talkie channels are 11, 12, 14 and 15

Answer 23

8. B

Note: Duplex radio repeater systems don’t support multiple transmissions. A transmission
close to the antennae/cable may override a transmission given at the same time at a
distance. Additionally, multiple transmissions given at the same time may cancel out all
transmissions. Failure of the repeater system, for any reason, will also negate all
communications on the repeater channel.

Question 24

9. Members discussing the use of Base Station Leaky Cable Systems made the following statements. In which one were they incorrect? (Communications 13 2.2)
   A. The systems are comprised of a base radio that is connected to a cable that runs through a building/ infrastructure.
   B. It is a simplex radio that can either operate on FDNY HT channels 1-8 or it may utilize in-house radios.
   C. Transmissions made from the base station will be carried by the cable to all areas of the building.
   D. Transmissions made from areas other than the base station will carry to the base station and all areas of the building/ infrastructure.

Answer 24

9. D

Note: Transmissions captured by the cable are received by the base station radio but are not
re-transmitted. Therefore, important messages that are needed to be heard by all members
should be re-transmitted at the base station radio by the member monitoring transmissions.

Question 25

10. Battalion 99 arrives at the scene of a reported track fire in an underground subway station. The Chief decides to use the NYC Transit Repeater System at this operation. The Chief would be correct in all but which one the following actions? (Communications 13 3.2)
    A. Confirm with the borough dispatcher that the repeater system has been activated.
    B. Have the repeater system tested, and once it is confirmed to be functioning, use it as a Command Channel.
    C. Direct the appropriate officer’s to switch to Channel 14 (Primary Subway Repeater Channel) on their HT’s.
    D. Ensure a HT relay (Primary Tactical Channel) is established even if the repeater system is utilized.

Answer 25

10. A

• The NYC Transit duplex radio repeater system is always ON.

Question 26

1. Of the following choices, which one is incorrect according to Brannigan’s definitions of loads used in building construction? (Chapter 2)
   A. A water tank on a roof is considered a live load.
   B. A concrete vault is considered a dead load.
   C. A movable safe is considered a live load.
   D. A steel beam resting on a masonry wall is considered a concentrated load.

Answer 26

1. A

Question 27

2. Cables used to brace failing buildings can be made from Cold Drawn Steel, which fails at about \_\_\_\_\_\_ degrees Fahrenheit. (Chapter 2)
A. 400
B. 650
C. 800
D. 1100

Answer 27

2. C

Question 28

3. Structural steel has 3 negative characteristics. Of the following which one is incorrect?
   A. It conducts heat.
   B. When heated, it elongates
   C. It fails at around 1000-1100 degrees Fahrenheit
   D. Using water on heated steel can increase its failure rate.

Answer 28

3. D

Question 29

4. As the length of a beam increases, the beam’s load carrying capacity decreases. A 12-foot beam can carry \_\_\_\_\_\_ the load of a similar 6-foot beam. (Chapter 2)
A. 1/4
B. 1/2
C. 1/3
D. 1/8

Answer 29

4. B

Question 30

5. Which type of beam is supported at three or more points? (Chapter 2)
A. Simple beam
B. Fixed beam
C. Continuous beam
D. Cantilever beam

Answer 30

5. C

Question 31

6. Of the statements listed below which one is incorrect about columns? (Chapter 2)
   A. The failure of a column is likely to be more sudden than the failure of a beam.
   B. The failure of a column may precipitate the collapse of the entire portion of the building dependent on that column.
   C. The slightest indication of column failure should cause the building to be cleared immediately.
   D. The most efficient shape for a column is one that distributes the material equally around the axis as close as possible to the center of the cylinder.

Answer 31

6. D - The most efficient shape for a column is one that distributes the material equally around the axis as far as possible from the center of the cylinder.

Question 32

7. A 12 foot column can carry \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ the load of a 6 foot column of the same material and cross section. (Chapter 2)
A. 1/4
B. 1/2
C. Double
D. 4 times

Answer 32

7. A

Question 33

8. When fire has entered the inner structure of a balloon framing building, it can spread to every part of the building in all directions. How many of the following actions should be taken at a fire in these types of buildings? (Chapter 3)
9. Investigate all parts of the building immediately; including the attic before smoke, heat and fire make it untenable.
10. Remove siding from the outside of the 1st floor line to stop fire moving up or down exterior stud channels.
11. Use the bent swivel tip to quickly give a dash up and down a channel.
12. Due to the serious collapse threat at these buildings, assign an officer to be an observer from the exterior. They should be positioned as close as possible to the building, looking for signs of fire spread that may not be apparent to members inside the building.
    A. 4 B. 3 C. 2 D. 1

Answer 33

8-C (1, 3) - Fire moving up or down exterior stud channels can often best be stopped by removing siding from the outside at the 2nd floor line, and the eave and foundation lines.

Question 34

9. A study group discussing Brannigan made the following 4 statements. Which statement needs to be corrected? (Chapter 3)
   A. Expect hot, fast fires from plywood, with high flame spread and a high rate of heat release.
   B. Platform construction buildings have no continuity from top to bottom, making it vulnerable to the wind.
   C. Masonry buildings with spans greater than 25 feet must have interior bearing walls.
   D. In row frame buildings, unless there is an adequate masonry firewall between the separate buildings, all the way to the top floor ceiling, the entire structure should be considered one building.

Answer 34

9. D - Unless there is an adequate masonry fire wall between the separate buildings—all the way to the roof—the entire structure is all one building.

Question 35

1. Which statement made about engine operations at fires in private dwellings is incorrect? (Chap. 3 1.6, 1.7, 2.3)
   A. The primary consideration in the placement of the first hoseline for access to a fire on the first floor or floors above is the main entrance door to the building.
   B. The primary consideration in the placement of the first hoseline for access to a fire in the cellar is the main entrance door.
   C. During the initial size-up at apparent 1st floor and/or 2nd floor fires, members should ensure they check to determine that the fire did not start on a lower floor or in the cellar, before committing the 1st hoseline.
   D. Cellar fires in private dwellings with balloon construction may extend to the attic via hidden voids. Units operating above the cellar must stretch enough hoseline to reach upper floors.

Answer 35

1. B

1.7 The primary consideration in the placement of the first hoseline for access to a fire in the
cellar when an interior attack is ordered is via the entrance door that provides the quickest
access to the fire area.

Question 36

2. You are the IC at a cellar fire in a one family peaked roof private dwelling. The 1st arriving companies have stretched the first hoseline through the building’s main entrance door and are going to advance down the interior stairs to extinguish the fire. At this fire who should conduct a primary search of the 1st floor? (Chap.4 10.4.1)
   A. The 1st ladder company inside team prior to descending into the cellar to perform a search.
   B. The 1st ladder company, after conducting a primary search in the cellar.
   C. The 2nd ladder company inside team.
   D. The 1st ladder company OV and LCC

Answer 36

2. A
   10.4.1 When the decision has been made to advance the first hoseline through the main
   entrance and down the interior cellar stairs to extinguish the fire;
    The first arriving ladder company inside team will perform a primary search
   of the first floor prior to descending into the cellar to perform the primary
   search and examination of the cellar. If the engine company requires
   assistance in order to advance the line through the cellar, one member of the
   interior team shall be sent to provide assistance, while the ladder company
   officer and the other member complete the primary search of the first floor.
   Note: It is critical at cellar fires that the first ladder inside team operate in a
   manner that supports the first hoseline in quickly applying water on the fire.
   Often, the cellar stair is narrow, confined and problematic for ladder members
   to descend without the protection of a hoseline. Attempting to descend the
   cellar stair without the protection of a hoseline may actually delay the engine
   company advance. Once the cellar fire is controlled, the inside team is in
   position to perform VEIS duties.

Question 37

3. According to the Private Dwelling bulletin, a 2 ½” hoseline should be considered for which of the following situations? (Chap. 3 5.3)
4. A fully involved private dwelling
5. A heavy fire in the cellar
6. A wind driven fire
7. A heavy fire on the 1st floor of a Queen Anne PD
   A. 1 and 2 only B. 1 and 3 only C. 1, 2 and 3 D. 1, 3 and 4

Answer 37

3. D

5.3 Consider stretching a 2½ inch hoseline for a faster knock down, greater reach of stream,
increased volume of water and increased exposure protection.
Note: A 2½ inch hoseline shall also be considered when encountering a wind impacted fire.
or a heavily involved first floor fire in a larger style Private Dwelling (Queen Anne ).

Question 38

4. For fires in “traditional” private dwellings built of ordinary/ wood frame construction the amount of time before collapse occurs is generally estimated to be ________ minutes. However, when there is no ceiling to provide protection, therefore exposing structural components, failure can occur within _______ minutes. (Chap. 6 1.6)
   A. 60/30 B. 30/15 C. 30/10 D. 60/20

Answer 38

4. D

Question 39

5. During a recent drill the following statements were made regarding lightweight construction found in private dwellings. Which statement made was in incorrect? (Chap.6 1.5, 1.7, 1.8)
   A. In any building construction, the critical area subject to failure as a result of fire is the point of connection.
   B. In private dwellings constructed with lightweight materials, when fire extends from the building’s contents to its structural components, collapse may occur within 5 to 10 minutes.
   C. Areas unsupported by columns with spans greater than 20 feet are generally an indication that lightweight construction is present.
   D. The collapse potential in a “wide-open” room is greater than in a compartmented area that has interior walls.

Answer 39

5. C

1.8 Lightweight construction often provides for the creation of large rooms. Areas
unsupported by columns with spans greater than 25’ are generally an indication that
lightweight construction is present. The collapse potential in a “wide-open” room of this
type is greater than in a compartmented area that has interior walls.

Question 40

6. Which one of the following is the most common type of peaked roof found in lightweight construction? (Chap.6 2.2.5A)
A. Lightweight parallel chord truss
B. Open-web lightweight wood truss
C. Composite truss
D. Lightweight open-web steel truss

Answer 40

6. B

Question 41

7. In private dwellings, the NYC Building Code requires lightweight spaces between the ceiling and the roof above to be divided into approximate equal areas of \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ square feet unless the building is equipped with an automatic sprinkler. (Chap.6 2.2.6 A)
A. 250
B. 500
C. 750
D. 1000

Answer 41

7. B

Question 42

8. You arrive as the 1st Battalion Chief at a fire in a two-story flat roof private dwelling. The 1st ladder officer informs you that the building was recently renovated using lightweight construction on all floors and the roof supports. At this fire you should expect all of the following to occur except for which action below? (Chap.6 4.1.3, 4.1.12, 4.3.1, 4.3.8)
   A. An immediate examination of the ceiling voids should be conducted to check for the presence of lightweight materials.
   B. Once it is discovered that lightweight materials have been used, all members on scene must be made aware, and the dispatcher shall be notified to relay this information to responding units.
   C. Under no circumstances shall the roof be cut in any peaked or flat roof building of lightweight construction.
   D. If smoke is seen pushing at the floor line on the outside of the building, suspect a cellar fire.

Answer 42

8. D

4.1.12 The presence of smoke pushing at the floor line on the outside of a building may
be an indication of a fire in a trussloft. When this warning sign is evident at a
private dwelling fire, it is an indication that the probability of collapse is
significantly increased.

Question 43

9. When the fire is on the top floor of a private dwelling with lightweight construction and there is clear indication that the fire has not entered the cockloft, roof operations shall be limited to all but which action listed below? (Chap.6 4.31.0)
   A. Check the rear and sides of the building
   B. Venting top floor windows and skylights if present
   C. Cut small inspections holes to check for extension into the cockloft
   D. Inspect HVAC duct vents for unusual heat

Answer 43

9. C

4.3.10 When the fire is on the top floor and there is clear indication that the fire has not
entered the cockloft, roof operations shall be limited to:
 Checking the rear and sides of the building.
 Venting the top floor windows, and skylights if present (see 4.3.7)
 Inspecting HVAC duct vents for unusual heat.
All members shall be removed from the roof upon completion of these duties.

Question 44

10. During a tour change two Battalion Chiefs are discussing the numerous private dwellings in their area that have been renovated using lightweight construction. The following statements were made. How many were correct? (Chap. 6 1.7, 3.4.3, 4.1.7, 4.2.2)
11. Collapse is always the primary consideration in buildings constructed with lightweight materials.
12. Unless the fire is confined to a small area, the primary emphasis for a fire in a lightweight building under construction is that of an exterior attack.
13. Any floor or roof support that has been heavily damaged due to fire should be hydraulically overhauled from a safe area using the reach of stream.
14. The IC shall special call an additional ladder company for a structural fire in a building constructed of lightweight materials.
15. When the fire is of such a magnitude that it cannot be quickly knocked down with the 1st hoseline, an outside operation must be considered.
16. When lightweight components are exposed to fire or high heat, the IC should advise all members not to enter the fire area and area above.
    A. 6 B. 5 C. 4 D. 3

Answer 44

10-D (1, 3, 6)

4.1.7 Unless the fire is minor, or confined to a small area, the primary emphasis for a
fire in a lightweight building under construction is that of an exterior attack.
Exterior streams should be positioned and operated from safe areas outside the
collapse zone.

The IC shall special call an additional engine company for a structural fire in a
building constructed of lightweight materials.
4.2.3 When the fire is of such magnitude that it cannot be quickly knocked down with
the two hoselines, then an outside operation must be considered. The operating
personnel inside the building must be limited so that quick egress is not impeded.

Question 45

1. While working a 9x6 in Battalion 35 you supervise L-104 on the inspection of a 4 story commercial building that is under construction. The building is currently under a 30-day inspection frequency in RBIS. During the inspection, evidence of smoking is found. In addition to issuing the proper enforcement actions, you should order the frequency of inspections changed to how often?
A. Daily
B. 20 day
C. 15 day
D. 7 day

Answer 45

1. D

Question 46

2. Engine Company 311 has been assigned to “Explosive Escort Duty” for a truck carrying explosives from JFK Airport to the George Washington Bridge. As the escort is traveling on the Clearview Expressway approaching the Throgs Neck Bridge, the truck carrying the explosives gets a flat tire and must stop. The officer of E-311 should report this problem to whom?
   A. Division 13, the Administrative Division of the start point of the escort.
   B. Division 14, the Administrative Division within which the flat tire occurred.
   C. Division 7, the Administrative Division of the termination point of the escort.
   D. Battalion 54, the Administrative Battalion of Engine 311

Answer 46

2. B

Question 47

3. In an Explosive Escort with two vehicles carrying explosives, the two vehicles should be a safe distance away from each other of not less than \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ feet.
A. 100
B. 150
C. 200
D. 250

Answer 47

3. D

Question 48

4. You are working in Battalion 7 and respond to a report of smoke from the 10th floor of a 25 story multiple dwelling. When you arrive the Ladder Officer informs you that the smoke was from a portable barbecue being used on the balcony of Apt. 10C. He further states the barbecue is using a 16.4-ounce LPG container and there are 3 additional 16.4-ounce LPG containers being stored within the apartment. What enforcement action should you order the Ladder Officer to take regarding the LPG containers?
   A. Take no enforcement action.
   B. Issue an Immediate Summons for illegal storage and use.
   C. Issue a Violation Order to discontinue use immediately and have LPG containers removed forthwith.
   D. Issue a Violation Order to have the number of 16.4-ounce LPG containers being stored reduced to a maximum of two.

Answer 48

4. A

Question 49

5. In new buildings under construction, an initial standpipe hydrostatic pressure test must be performed when the building reaches \_\_\_\_\_ feet high and an additional test is required when the building reaches \_\_\_\_\_\_ feet high.
A. 100/ 200
B. 100/ 150
C. 75/ 175
D. 75/ 150

Answer 49

5. C

 New Buildings under Construction: An initial standpipe hydrostatic pressure test must be performed when the building reaches 75 feet high; additional tests are required when the building reaches 175 feet high and every 100 feet thereafter.

Question 50

6. A Battalion Chief attending a local Community Board Meeting is asked about the legality of using portable electric space heaters. The Chief would be correct to state all but which one of the following points?
   A. Portable electric space heaters shall be plugged directly into a receptacle. Extension cords shall not be used.
   B. They shall not be used in any type occupancy within 3 feet of any combustible material.
   C. They shall not be used in any Group R-1 college and university dormitories, unless the dwelling unit(s) is fully sprinklered.
   D. They shall not be used in Group I-2 occupancies, except in non-sleeping staff and employee areas, if the heating element is designed not to exceed 212 degrees F.

Answer 50

6. C

Prohibited use
It shall be unlawful to use portable electric space heaters in the following locations:
(FC 605.10.3)

4. In Group R-1 college and university dormitories.

Question 51

7. A logbook or other approved form of record keeping for the maintenance of a building’s Auxiliary Radio Communications (ARC) System shall be maintained for a period of ______ years, together with a complete copy of test results.
   A. 7 B. 6 C. 5 D. 4

Answer 51

7. B

Record Keeping.
A logbook or other approved form of recordkeeping for the maintenance of the ARC system shall be maintained for a period of six (6) years, together with a complete copy of test results and other documentation of ARC system maintenance.

Question 52

8. Of the following buildings, which one is not required to have a Certificate of Occupancy posted?
   A. A four story multiple dwelling built in 1940
   B. A 2 story factory built in 1930 that was altered into a loft building in 2007
   C. A 15 story office building built in 1946
   D. A two family private dwelling built in 1929 and altered using lightweight materials in 2016

Answer 52

8. D

Certificate of Occupancy is required as follows:
 all buildings erected or altered after January 1, 1938, except one and two family dwellings; alteration history may be found on the Department of Buildings (DOB) website on the Fire Officers Resources page;

Question 53

9. Battalion 23 has arrived at the scene of reported fire in the rear of a private dwelling. The house is a detached 2 story brick private dwelling. The cause of the alarm turns out to be a barbecue being used in the rear yard. The barbecue is using two 20-pound LPG gas containers and is located 8 feet from the rear wall of the house. In regards to the barbecue you should order the company officer to take which action?
   A. Take no action. The barbecue is being used properly.
   B. Issue an immediate summons for the illegal use of propane.
   C. Issue a Forthwith VO to move the barbecue to the proper distance from the building line.
   D. Order the confiscation of the propane tanks.

Answer 53

9. A

Clearance distances
Portable outdoor barbecues shall not be stored or used within 10 feet of any combustible waste, combustible material, or any combustible building surface, including combustible roofs and decks. To the maximum extent feasible, windows, doors and other building openings within 10 feet of a barbecue in use shall be kept closed. An entrance door shall be closed immediately after entering or exiting the building while the barbecue is in use. (FC 307.5.3)
Action: Refer to SFO (GP-34) (Comply Immediately)

BRICK IS NON_COMBUSTIBLE

Question 54

10. BC Chevy is supervising one of her units on BISP. The building being inspected is a 1 story automotive salvage facility with torch work being performed. The BC would be correct to advise the company officer that torch operations in this building should be conducted at least ____ feet from combustible waste, other motor vehicles, or other combustible material unless protection in the form of noncombustible shields are provided to restrict the scattering of sparks and molten metal.
    A. 15 B. 25 C. 35 D. 45

Answer 54

10. C

• Torch operations shall be conducted at least 35 feet from combustible waste, other motor vehicles, stacks of motor vehicles or other combustible material, unless protection in the form of noncombustible shields or covers are provided to restrict the scattering of sparks and molten metal

Question 55

11. A current practice in the building industry is to apply for a Temporary Certificate of Occupancy for certain floors in a building that is still in various stages of construction. Administrative Battalions are occasionally requested to conduct Temporary Certificate of Occupancy Inspections. These inspections will be recorded by Battalion Chiefs on letterhead and forwarded to \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.
A. The BISP Unit
B. The Bureau of Fire Prevention
C. The Chief of Operations
D. The Chief of Department

Answer 55

11. B
12. 3 Temporary Certificate of Occupancy Inspections: Administrative Battalion Chiefs are occasionally requested by the Bureau of Fire Prevention to conduct Temporary Certificate of Occupancy Inspections. These inspections will be recorded by Battalion Chiefs on letterhead reports and forwarded to the Bureau of Fire Prevention. Additionally, these inspections will be recorded in RBIS (Supervisory A-135 Tab – C of O / TCO Inspection). These inspections will re-schedule if added and not completed. Battalion Chiefs will be able to delegate violation orders issued by themselves to fire units for follow up if needed, or Chief Officers can decide to personally follow up on violation orders

Question 56

12. Choose the incorrect choice regarding sprinkler system maintenance in buildings under construction.
    A. A metal sign must be present at the Siamese connection for the sprinkler system reading “Sprinkler Siamese Connection” with a red light over the sign.
    B. Existing sprinkler systems in buildings undergoing an alteration shall be maintained and green paint shall be used to identify all sprinkler piping.
    C. Sprinkler systems with Fire Department hose connections in buildings undergoing full or partial demolition shall be maintained as non-automatic systems.
    D. When demolition starts, sprinkler risers shall be capped immediately below the floor being demolished.

Answer 56

12. B

The red paint shall be maintained during any alteration operation.

Question 57

13. Of the following types of extinguishing systems, which one shall not be installed to protect commercial cooking equipment and exhaust systems?
    A. Carbon Dioxide extinguishing systems
    B. Foam-water sprinkler or foam-water spray systems
    C. Wet chemical extinguishing systems
    D. Dry chemical extinguishing systems

Answer 57

13. D

Dry chemical fire extinguishing systems shall not be installed to protect commercial cooking equipment and exhaust systems.

Question 58

14. Battalion 15 is operating at the scene of a report of smoke from a private dwelling. The ladder officer radios to the Chief that the smoke is from a patio fireplace being used in the rear yard. The Chief should order which one of the flowing actions to be taken?
    A. Take no action. The use of the patio fireplace is allowed.
    B. Order the use of the patio fireplace discontinued immediately. No other enforcement action is required.
    C. Order an Immediate Summons be issued for illegal use of the patio fireplace.
    D. Order an Immediate Summons for illegal use, and order the patio fireplace to be confiscated

Answer 58

14. B
    • Sometimes these devices do not meet the literal definition of “Open Fires”. Regardless of the definition, if these devices are found by Fire officials they should order the use of these devices discontinued immediately. No further enforcement action is required other then the discontinuance of use at this time.
    • If the use of an outdoor fireplace becomes a chronic problem at the same location the Fire official should order the use of the outdoor fireplace discontinued immediately and serve a summons at this time for failure to comply with FC 307.1 and/or FC 307.2.

Question 59

15. In buildings with ARC systems that will be used by FDNY members, the dedicated Radio Console (DRC) Enclosure shall be enclosed and outside of the enclosure shall be labeled \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ in white lettering against a Fire Department Red background.
A. “ARCS”
B. “Auxiliary Radio Communications”
C. “FDNY Communications Use”
D. “FDNY ARC SYSTEM”

Answer 59

15. C

Question 60

16. When required, a copy of the Fire Safety and Evacuation Plan and the Emergency Action Plan shall be readily available on the premises during regular business hours. Regular business hours are considered times of day and days of the week during which a building or occupancy is normally occupied and business is conducted, and any time when an office building is occupied by more than \_\_\_\_\_\_ persons on one or more floors, including street level, or by more than \_\_\_\_\_ persons on one or more floors other than street level.
A. 250/ 500
B. 300/600
C. 500/ 100
D. 300/ 150

Answer 60

16. C