Communications Flashcards

1
Q

HT is transmitting (led)

A

Solid red

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2
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HT is transmitting at a low battery condition

A

Blinking red (while transmitting)

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3
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HT is in Emergency mode

A

Blinking red (while not transmitting)

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4
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Receiving a transmission

A

Solid Amber

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5
Q

HT is receiving a secured transmission

A

Blinking Amber

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6
Q

How does the LED illuminate during its SOS feature

A

3 dots 3 dashes 3 dots

LED and SOS are both 3 letters
3 3 3

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7
Q

Emergency alert activation, Transmits and Receives =

A

Blinking red

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8
Q

A radio transmitting an emergency alert activation displays

A

Orange stripe with “Emergency” on the MAIN screen

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9
Q

A radio transmitting an EAB, top display =

A

Illuminates in Amber/Orange and alternates between Emergency and Unit ID

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10
Q

How long does the radio hold the display of an EAB

A

8 seconds

Both main and top display

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11
Q

How many impolite calls are sent?

A

1

But does not preempt any ongoing transmission

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12
Q

How many polite calls are sent?

A

2

Approximately 8 seconds after

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13
Q

How many calls will the radio ID hold?

A
  1. The last 15
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14
Q

How can you recall if the EAB was activated?

A

Call displays an orange triangle

Bermuda triangle is bad

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15
Q

Encrypted channels can only be monitored on

A

The PORTABLE EFAS

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16
Q

Encrypted channels in Tactical zone A are strapped or unstrapped?

A

Strapped
They are always active on these channels
HT-9/TAC SEC
HT-10 CMD SEC

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17
Q

Minor damage needs an Unusual Occurrence Report?

A

No only EXCESSIVE damage

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18
Q

Upon receipt of a spare radio, what channels must be checked for proper ID?

A

Ch 1, ch 2, and ch 3

Also verify the time of the day on the clock is correct

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19
Q

What may be transmitted over the Department radio after requesting a Mixer Off

A

Name OR Unit number of a member with a MINOR injury

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20
Q

Initial notificatin of a fatality or serious injury to an on-duty member shall be made to the dispatcher via Mixer Off msg. What will that notification not include?
And what follows the initial notification?

A

Name or unit number of member.

Followed by immediate telephone notification with full particulars. Also as soon as possible, telephone to the FDOC

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21
Q

In the event a first call to the dispatcher is not acknowledged within _______ repeat the call?

A

30 seconds

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22
Q

Do not make more than ____ attempts to contact the dispatcher.

A

3

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23
Q

If the third call to the dispatcher is not acknowledged:

A

transmit your message from another mobile unit

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24
Q

If no radio response is received after 3 attempts have been made from another unit OR there are indications of a problem with the borough frequency:

A

Switch to citywide frequency and advise citywide dispatcher of difficulty encountered on that borough frequency

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25
Q

HT’s and Cell phones shall be used within ________ of vehicles transporting explosives, explosive magazines, or areas where blasting operations are in progress.

A

150 feet

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26
Q

Apparatus, Post and Marine radios shall not be operated within _______ of vehicles transporting explosives, explosive magazines, or areas wher blasting operations are in progress.

A

300 feet

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27
Q

The apparatus radios will emit an audible signal when:

A

depressed for longer than a minute. “Stuck Button”

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28
Q

what radio code is for smoke issuing from a manhole cover under pressure?

A

10-25 Code 2

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29
Q

what radio code is for smoke seeping from a manhole?

A

10-25 Code 3

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30
Q

what radio code is for fire extended from a manhole, conduit, or transformer into a building?

A

10-25 Code 1

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31
Q

what radio code is for fire or smoke condition from a transformer at any location?

A

10-25 Code 4

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32
Q

what radio code is 10-27?

A

Compactor or Incinerator fire

fire has not extended from compactor or shaft

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33
Q

10-28

A

Subway
code 1: structural fire
code 2: non-structural
code 3: Emergency (non-medical) (ODOR in station)

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34
Q

10-34

A

Sprinkler system emergency
code 1: Defective
code 2: Unwarranted
code 3: Activated by Heat Source not associated with an accidental fire

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35
Q

what is a 10-35 No Code?

A

Unwarranted Alarm
caused by a defective condition e.g. low battery condition, alarm activations without a known cause, or when no condition is found warranting an emergency response)

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36
Q

10-36

A

Vehicle accident or emergency
code: WAIT
code 1: requires Washdown
code 2: vehicle Accident - no injuries no washdown
code 3: with Injuries
code 4: Trapped victim requiring extrication
No Code: other than described (flat tire, overheated car)

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37
Q

10-37

A

Medical Assignment Not associated with Fire Ops
code 1: victim Deceased
code 2: NOT breathing and requires resuscitation or may be suffering from a serious apparently life threatening injury or illness
code 3: IS breathing and suffering non-serious, not life threatening injury or illness
code 4: Medical assignment where unit is 84, has No patient contact and EMS is on-scene

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38
Q

Thermal burn injuries which occur as a direct result of heat from a flame will be what radio signal?

A

10-45 with sub code in lieu of 10-37

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39
Q

10-38

A

Carbon Monoxide
code 1: Detector Activation: investigation
code 2: Incident (co meter reading 1-9ppm)
code 3: Emergency (co meter reading 10 or greater ppm)
code 4: No detector activation

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40
Q

10-41

A
FM Investigation Required (specify code)
code 1: Occupied
code 2: Unoccupied Structure
code 3: Unoccupied Vehicle 
code 4: Vacant structure or Structures NOT intended for Dwelling purposes (sheds, demo, detached garages etc)
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41
Q

10-45 Code 2

A

Red Tag

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42
Q

A 10-75 for incidents below grade in facilities other than buildings (subway, tunnels, terminals etc) shall require:

A

response of a Communications Unit

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43
Q

When is a 2nd Alarm warranted for a 10-76?

A

Any Visible Fire Or Smoke Emanating through the Exterior Skin of the building
OR
When a SERIOUS Fire has been Verified

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44
Q

the FAST unit and CFR Engine shall be assigned to the Fire Sector when:

A

Fire is on the 7th floor or above.

They can be staged on the Floor Below the fire floor, ready for rapid deployment

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45
Q

Where will the FAST unit and CFR Engine position at lower floor fires of a 10-77?

A

determined by the IC

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46
Q

10-80 No Code

A

code: SIPS
- release is of a Small quantity (Gas leak in a stove)
- material and its hazards have been Identified
- ff PPE provides adequate protection
- Special equipment and Specialized training not needed

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47
Q

10-86

A

Alcohol Resistant Foam Op

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48
Q

Which URGENT message requires notification on the HT and Rig radio?

A

10-70

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49
Q

When a unit has a defective or non-operating apparatus radio:

A

the Officer on duty shall notify Battalion and Division. Officer shall call the dispatcher requesting radio mechanic response for repairs to apparatus radio.

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50
Q

Who supplies the affected unit with a portable citywide radio capable of direct communications with all borough dispatchers when their apparatus radio is defective or non-operating?

A

Division

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51
Q

If a response is received while awaiting the arrival of the citywide radio:

A

the officer shall notify the dispatcher that the unit is responding without an operating apparatus radio.
Dispatcher will ensure an additional unit with radio responds to same alarm.

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52
Q

What is the priority order to contact if contact cannot be made with their company officer?

A

code CIA

  1. Company Chauffeur
  2. Officer In Command
  3. Any other HT equipped member
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53
Q

Anytime a building or area is evacuated:

A

units shall account for all members in preparation for a Roll Call by the Officer in Command.

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54
Q

There are 10 Maydays for:

A

2 Injuries, 2 Collapses, 3 when someone is Lost, Trapped or missing, & 3 when someone is found that was lost, trapped or missing

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55
Q

Name all the Maydays.

A
  1. Collapse IMMINENT
  2. Structural Collapse HAS OCCURRED
  3. UNCONSCIOUS member
  4. Life Threatening INJURY
  5. MISSING member
  6. Member LOCATES a Missing member
  7. LOST
  8. TRAPPED
  9. & 10. Member WHO FINDS the Trapped or Lost member
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56
Q

What information must be provided for a MAYDAY-MISSING MEMBER?

A
code LUNA
Last known location
Unit member is working in that tour
Name
Assignment
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57
Q

What information must be provided for a MAYDAY, MISSING/TRAPPED/LOST MEMBER LOCATED?

A

code LIAR

  • Location
  • Identity of member to determine if it is the member reported missing
  • Any imminent conditions that might affect the missing member
  • Resources needed
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58
Q

A member with a Non-Life Threatening Injury is a _________ transmission.

A

URGENT

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59
Q

what is the code for URGENTS

A
U
Gladly 
Discontinue or 
Change 
WIFE
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60
Q

What are the URGENTS?

A
  1. Unable to confirm positive water source (10-70)
  2. Gain control of the HT
  3. Discontinue interior attack
  4. Change in conditions that will severly impact an operation or the safety of members
  5. Water Loss (different from 10-70)
  6. Injury - non-life threatening
  7. Fear of collapse
  8. Exposure - fire extending into an exposure
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61
Q

Any Officer or Safety Team member hearing an Emergency Alert Tone followed by a Mayday or Urgent message and realizing it is not being acknowledged by the IC, must:

A
  1. Acknowledge signal and ascertain nature

2. Promptly relay all information to the IC

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62
Q

The Emergency Alert Tone Assisted Rescue requires how many HTs?

A

ONE

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63
Q

Where should the designated member be located during the Emergency Alert Tone Assisted Rescue?

A

REMOTE from search activity

64
Q

How often is the EAB pressed by the designated member during an Emergency Alert Tone Assisted Rescue?

A

EVERY FEW SECONDS

65
Q

When the definite location of member has been determined, the emergency alert tone should be discontinued to lessen the discomfort of __________

A

Trapped member

66
Q

Officers or units requesting HT audio must send an email from an FDNY address to _____________

A

the Recorder Unit

67
Q

Which companies, besides Engine companies, will answer the Roll Call Officer as per engine company position assignments?

A

Haz-Mat Tech Engines and Squad

68
Q

How do you get an updated list of all companies in preparation for an Emergency Roll Call?

A

I SEND NEXT PRINT

  1. press “Incident Summary” button
  2. press ‘Send”
  3. press “Next”
  4. press “Print”
69
Q

Where can you find a pad of pre-printed Emergency Roll Call forms?

A

Every Battalion and Divison Vehicle

70
Q

RCO must be:

A

assisted by another member who is responsible for monitoring the HT frequency that the emergency roll call if being conducted on and recording the members by position as they reply

71
Q

Where should the RCO and member assisting and filling out pre-printed form be positioned?

A

AWAY from Command Post

72
Q

L6 is reduced to 4 FF because a member had to take a unexpected leave during the tour. What must the officer say when responding to the RCO?

A

“L6 to Roll Call Officer,

  1. L6 has 4 FF
  2. We are riding without an OV
  3. my Can and Irons FF are accounted for”
73
Q

Monitoring the EFAS is the responsibility of the ______________________,
________ performing their primary duties.

A

1st arriving Battalion firefighter

AFTER

74
Q

When the Division is on scene, what is the responsibility of the Division Back-up FF?

A

Assist EFAS trained member of FAST unit OR Relieve the Battalion FF

75
Q

on the EFAS, Members who are assigned a spare radio from the HT Depot will be identified by:

A

Company
Riding position
Name

76
Q

The member who last transmitted is always shown where on the “Radio Status” screen of the EFAS?

A

TOP

77
Q

What happens when a member hits their EAB giving a Mayday transmission on the EFAS?

A

Member is shown in RED by their Company, Position, and Name in BOTH the “Radio Status” and “MAYDAYS” areas.
Also, a hard copy automatically prints showing Company, Position and TIME OF MAYDAY (Not Name)

78
Q

What will happen to the members identity once they clear their mayday in the Radio Status area?

A

Red highlight turns back to WHITE

79
Q

What will happen to the members identity once they clear their mayday in the MAYDAY area?

A

Red highlight turns to YELLOW and will remain in the MAYDAYS area

80
Q

How many channels can EFAS monitor?

A

Capable of monitoring any of the 16, however, CAN ONLY MONITOR ONE AT A TIME

81
Q

true or false

the portable EFAS does not replace the current procedures where EFAS is monitored in Battalion vehicle.

A

TRUE does not replace

82
Q

A “Beacon Tone” is sounded on who’s HT?

A

HT with the EAB ACTIVATION

83
Q

The “Beacon Tone” repeats at regular intervals every:

A

4 seconds

may impact messages

84
Q

A second Emergency Alert Tone will automatically be transmitted:

A

10 seconds after the initial tone

will not occur if member who activated EAB presses their PTT in the interim

85
Q

What happens if a member depresses their EAB while another member’s PTT is depressed?

A

Emergency Alert Tone will sound AFTER PTT is released

86
Q

When using the EAB for drill purposes:

A
  • use any channel 4-8

- monitor channel for 2-3 minutes prior to activating the EAB

87
Q

What is Auto-Exposure?

A

Extension of fire via the Exterior of a building FROM A FIRE ORIGINATING IN THE SAME BUILDING

88
Q

What will be displaced on the HT when the Radio is receiving IDs, Emergency Alerts or has a low battery?

A

Assigned internal ID

i.e. LAD 99-ROOF will be displaced by EMERGENCY

89
Q

How do you return the radio to the Tactical Zone A, HT channel 1 by use of the Home button?

A

press and hold for 2 seconds

90
Q

When not wearing the SCBA how far away from the mouth should you hold the RSM when talking?

A

1-2 INCHES

91
Q

When will the HT emit a short audible warning at the RSM?

A

Approx 26 seconds of continuous use

92
Q

When will the transmitter cut off on the HT?

A

After 30 seconds of continuous use

93
Q

When will the HT emit a continuous tone at the RSM?

A

approx 30 seconds - indicates that the transmitter shut off

94
Q

Keys, key fobs etc, may be attached to what part of the HT assembly?

A

STRAP

95
Q

As soon as a HT is discovered missing, it is imperative that the Officer on duty immediately:

A
  1. email Radio Shop
  2. email FDOC
  3. Telephone Battalion and Division
    RT-2 shall state “Radio Missing”
96
Q

Battery is steady green

A

fully charged

97
Q

Battery is flashing green

A

trickle mode Charge is at 90%

98
Q

Battery is green/amber alternate flashing

A
Fully charged
(indicator is for radio shops info only)
99
Q

Battery is steady red

A

in rapid charge

100
Q

Battery is flashing red

A

NOT-charging/REINSERT

101
Q

Battery is amber light

A

FAULT MODE

battery is too hold/cold and waiting to charge / reinsert

102
Q

What is the primary encrypted dispatch channel?

A

CITYWIDE FIRE 3

Zone C, Fire Dispatch

103
Q

CITYWIDE FIRE 3 & 4

A

are NOT strapped like tactical encrypted channels. They are NOT always encrypted; these channels are user selectable

104
Q

When the PC/ATS is online, the red border surrounding the CLR/TEST button will be flickering on and off. If the red border remains steady the PC/ATS is:

A

OOS and starfire should be notified by phone

105
Q

How long does the Housewatch have to acknowledge a run?

A

20 seconds

106
Q

If a verbal alarm is 3 blocks from the firehouse?

A

Unit should respond and give info and location via radio

107
Q

If 2 companies are relocated to the same house, who may use the ACT’G button?

A

Only the 1st Relocator

2nd must acknowledge via Voice Alarm, Radio or Telephone

108
Q

What is the only maintenance to be performed by members of the PC/ATS?

A

Changing of paper roll and replacing ink cartridge.

contact Starfire to receive replacement cartridges

109
Q

Each unit shall maintain ____________ of teleprinter paper in the company office.

A

at least 2 spare rolls

110
Q

Which keys are Single Action keys?

A
  • 10-84
  • 10-4
  • 10-14
  • 10-20
111
Q
E9Y
E9P
E9S
E9K
E9I
E24T L6T
L6R
L6H
E9D L6D
A
sYstems control unit
high Pressure engine
Communications unit
division tasK force
fireIce
Transport back up
Rescue collapse transport
Hi-rise roof team
tech Decon task force leader
112
Q

Auto Exposure =

A

extension of fire via interior of a building from a fire originating in the same building

113
Q

Buildings separated by _______________ from the fire building, should not be identified as exposures unless the volume of fire or complexity of the incident causes an exposure problem.

A

more than 30 feet

114
Q

What are simplex channels?

A

Transmit and receive on the SAME frequency

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 13, and 16

115
Q

What are duplex channels?

A

Transmit on one frequency but Receive a signal back on a different frequency.
11, 12, 14, and 15

116
Q

Duplex radio repeater systems don’t support:

A

Multiple transmissions
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 commnications on the repeater channel

117
Q

What are the types of Duplex Repeaters?

A
  1. Duplex UHF Repeater (FDNY Programmed) (Ch 11, 12, 14, 15) - allow the fdny to use our HT with this system.
  2. Duplex UHF and Duplex VHF Repeaters (Proprietary) - some building owners and agencies have maintained radio repeaters in their facilities Which DO NOT Operate on Our Frequencies.
118
Q

Base Station Leaky Cable Simplex UHF or VHF Radio System:

A

a base radio connected to a cable that runs through a building/infrastructure.
it is a SIMPLEX RADIO that can either operate on FD UHF HT channels 1-8 (FD Programmed) or it may utilize in-house radios (Proprietary)
- transmissions made from the base station will be carried by the cable to all areas of the building or infrastructure. The Chrysler Building is an example of a FD Programmed base station leaky cable system.

119
Q

Base Station Leaky Cable System transmissions captured by the cable:

A

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 by the member monitoring transmissions.

120
Q

FD ops in bldgs or infrastructure which are equipped with ARCS:

A
  1. Officer activate ARCS (1620 key or on/off switch) at the Fire Command Station, if so equipped
  2. Officer instructs member designated to staff ICP to monitor tactical and/or repeater channel/relay messages
    * *3. Officer stays on Ch 1, or Ch 11/12, or Get Bldg Radio
    * *4. Officer ENSURES a Functional Test performed PRIOR to leaving the lobby.
  3. Officer notify Dispatcher for re-transmittal to all incoming units if duplex UHF repeater system and Channel 11 or 12 have been activated or in-house radios are being used.
  4. Officer and members will proceed to location of reported incident.
121
Q

Other Infrastructure with ARCS:

A
  1. officer activate ARCS (1620 key or on/off switch) at Fire Command Station/Console, if equipped.
  2. officer instructs member designated to staff ICP to monitor tactical and/or repeater channel/relay messages
    * *3. officer remains on ch 1, acquire in-house radios set to appropriate repeater channel, or switch HT to duplex UHF radio repeater channel (Ch 11 and 12) as appropriate. (NOT 14 or 15)
  3. officer ENSURE functional test performed PRIOR to leaving ICP
  4. officer notify dispatcher for re-transmittal ch 11 and 12 are being used
  5. officer and remaining members proceed to location
    * 7. HT Relay (Ch 1 - Primary Tactical) must still be established*
122
Q

Infrastructure (subways, tunnels, transportation hubs, and below grade ops) subways equipped with duplex uhf radio repeater system (FD Programmed) - once operations are underway and conditions dictate:

A

the IC can have the repeater system tested to see if its functioning. Once confirmed its functioning the IC may attempt to use the repeater system as a Command Channel. (may direct officers to switch to Ch 14)

123
Q

IC must notify the FAST Truck when additional communication channels are used.

A

The FAST Truck will need to obtain an additional HT for each channel in use.

124
Q

What are some signs of ARCS failure?

A

Unusual periods of radio silence or

Continued inability to make radio contact

125
Q

What do you do when encountering a dead spot in Duplex radio repeater coverage?

A

prior to abandoning, Return to a location where previous communications were successful. If communications at this location are now successful on the ARCS channel, report the dead spot to the IC and continue to operate on the ARCS.
If unsuccessful, use HT on Ch 1 to report the repeater failure to the IC

126
Q

What are the reverse channels of building UHF radio repeater system?

A
17 = 11
18 = 12
19 = 14
20 = 15
127
Q

Examples of conditions that should be considered for inclusion in the CIDS program are:

A

A. Hazardous chemicals, liquids and substances = ALWAYS INDICATE FLOOR AND LOCATION

B. High voltage equipment. Transformers containing PCBs = ALWAYS INDICATE FLOOR AND LOCATION

C. Interconnected, odd or unusually shaped buildings = INDICATE WHICH FLOORS ARE INTERCONNECTED

D. Buildings with structural hazards or heavy fire loading

E. Renovated buildings with hidden voids or duplex apartments = INDICATE WHICH FLOORS GIVE ACCESS AND DIRECTION OF TRAVEL TO DUPLEX APTS

F. Truss buildings = DESCRIBE TYPE OF TRUSS

Q. HRFPMD’s where a 3 length stretch wouldn’t be sufficient = CAN PUT IN CIDS, NO DC APPROVAL

R. High-Rise MDs with communication systems

S. High-Rise MDs with sprinklers in areas Other Than below grade

T. Non-standpipe low-rise fireproof MDs where 1-3/4” hose may be used = NEED DC’s APPROVAL

128
Q

For immediate CIDS entry:

A

use the eCIDS application to enter the proposed Immediate CIDS.

Faxed paper copies of CD-201 are no longer accepted Will Be the Bluff Answer

129
Q

Who do you notify after submitting immediate CIDS entry?

A

after submitting the cids entry, notify Admin BC BY PHONE to inform the chief of the pending immediate cids

130
Q

Where does an immediate CIDS entry appear?

A

ALWAYS at the TOP of a units Pending List and be in BOLD print

131
Q

How much space is available for CIDS information?

A

4 lines
40 characters each line
contain up to 160 characters
*Do Not split a word at the end of a line

132
Q

How to prepare CIDS for a Single Building - Multi Number Address Range Posted

A

the Unit Officer must enter a CIDS Message for the FIRST and LAST Posted Address Numbers of such range
(example: 100-112 williams ave)

133
Q

How to prepare CIDS for Interconnected/Attached Buildings & Building Complexes - Separate Addresses Posted?

A

when they have separate house numbers posted, a separate cids must be entered for each address

134
Q

What is the priority order for transmitted data for CIDS entry?

A
  1. FD DESIGNATION (i.e. BWSTRG, CFRH. MJALT, PG, REHAB, or MEGA
  2. OCCUPANCY
  3. DESCRIPTION OF BUILDING
  4. DESCRIPTION OF THE DANGEROUS, HAZARDOUS OR UNUSUAL CONDITIONS
  5. MINRESP
135
Q

L6 has a run at E15’s BI building and needs to revise the CIDS entry. What do they do?

A

Immediately notify the administrative unit of particulars.

136
Q

When submitting CIDS which includes application for NEW CFRH status:

A

the eCIDS application will not allow the user to enter CFRH into the message as the CFRH has not yet been approved.

137
Q

What is the Post Radio operation time using the

  1. 20/20/60 formula
  2. 10/10/80 formula
A
  1. 4 hours

2. 7 hours

138
Q

Members shall not be within ____ feet from a transmitting Post Radio.

A

2 feet

139
Q

Who provides the communications link between the lobby and the fire area, pending the establishment of the fire sector/branch on a floor below the fire?

A

2nd arriving Engine Officer

brings post radio from 1st arriving battalion chief

140
Q

After securing the post radio from the 1st arriving battalion chief, the 2nd arriving engine officer reports:

A

with his/her company to their Normal Location, IN THE VICINITY OF THE STANDPIPE OUTLET from which the first handline is being stretched.

141
Q

What channel does the 2nd engine officer communicate with the Post Radio to the ICP?

A
Command channel (Ch 2)
uses their HT on the tactical channel
142
Q

What is the minimum and maximum response for a single source ERS or telephone report incident requiring a structural response?

A

min = 3 engines *1 Ladder and a BC

max = 3 + 2 and a BC

143
Q

Response to alarms under Fallback Conditions: basically shorter availability of units making more runs less companies assigned.

  • nearest available unit (engine or ladder) on electromechanical boxes
  • class 3 max response: 1 eng 1 lad and 1 bc
A

step 2: (includes step 1)

  • class 3 response: nearest avail eng or ladder
  • co detector: 1 ladder or nearest avail co meter equipped unit
  • water leak: nearest eng or ladder
  • SOC matrix response that requires strucural response: 2 engines, 1 ladder 1 BC and SOC units
144
Q

When receiving a verbal alarm while at quarters, notify the dispatcher by:

A

using the VERBAL BUTTON on the PC/ATS. units shall not await teleprinter confirmation before responding.
Verbal Button shall only be used if alarm is Within 2 Blocks - if more than 2 blocks away unit shall respond via apparatus radio

145
Q

In the event the unit is responding to another alarm and it is evident human life is not in jeopardy at the scene of the verbal alarm:

A

unit shall proceed to the original alarm AFTER transmitting radio notification of a verbal alarm to the dispatcher and RECEIVING ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Dispatcher tells you to stay or go

146
Q

1st and 2nd due Ladder companies operating at a 10-75 are both only staffed with 4 FFs. What happens?

A

an additional truck (above the FAST truck) shall be assigned.
(Note: BOTH need to have 4 FF & need to be a 10-75)

the additional truck shall be the 3rd Ladder Company
4th ladder company shall be designated as the FAST truck

147
Q

Responding Understaffed means?

A

Engine is down 1 FF
Truck is down 2 FF
Only have 3 total FFs

dispatcher will special call another unit

148
Q

What is a Group 1 Call Type?

A

single unit responses
code WELTS or STEWL
1. Water leaks
2. ERS no contact (2300 - 0800)
3. Lock-INS (no reported food on the stove or other associated emergency)
4. Trees down (no wires, buildings or vehicles affected)
5. Salvage truck

149
Q

What are Group 2 Call Types?

A

only 1st due units respond in emergency mode
code 3 SOME
1. class 3 alarms
2. Sprinkler activation
3. Odors - other than smoke
4. Manhole emergencies
5. Electrical emergencies
- BARS - 1st due engine only E.M.
- class E - 1st due Eng or Lad E.M.
- class J - 0700 - 1900 1st due Eng or Lad E.M.
- class J - 1900 - 0700 box assignment 1st due units in E.M.

150
Q

Reduced response class “E” & “J” alarms citywide

A

E = High Rise Office
1 engine OR 1 ladder with a BC will be assigned on a 24 hr basis

J = Hotel Occupancy
1 engine OR 1 ladder with a BC will be assigned from 0700 to 1900.
From 1900 to 0700, units will be assigned as per Box Assignments

151
Q

Engine 9 is responding to a class E or J alarm as the only unit dispatched (aside from BC); what tools do they bring?

A

bring Forcible Entry tools into the lobby; at this time no rolled up lengths of hose will be required

152
Q

While responding as a single unit (with the chief) to a class E or J alarm, the officer reset the panel. How long shall the officer remain to ensure the reset holds?

A

2 to 3 minutes

153
Q

While responding as a single unit (with the chief) to a class E or J alarm, there is an indication of smoke or heat. What does the Engine company do?

A

return to the lobby to secure necessary hose and equipment to prepare to operate. UNLESS THERE IS AN UNDUE DELAY IN THE ARRIVAL OF ADDITIONAL UNITS, THE ENGINE COMPANY SHALL REMAIN IN THE LOBBY AND AWAIT THE ARRIVAL OF THE LADDER COMPANY

(if ladder company was only unit on scene they do not need to return to the lobby)

154
Q

True or false
Members are not allowed to use the EMS borough frequencies available on the apparatus in their Borough Dispatch radio to communicate directly with EMS dispatchers.

A

FALSE
When deemed necessary by the IC, they may be used to communicate CRITICAL INFORMATION
use plain speak, do not use 10 codes, fire jargon etc.

155
Q

When the proper EMS borough frequency cannot be determined, transmit on?

A

EMS-CW1

156
Q

when Fire units are transmiting on EMS borough or citywide frequencies, the following info is to be included:

A
  • unit calling “Eng 3 to EMS”
  • address of incident including cross streets (Not Box numbers)
  • relevant Critical Info