Company Officer Quiz 2 Flashcards
Question 1 Not yet answered Marked out of 1.00 Question text Aerial ladders may be used to affect rescue, entry, search and ventilation at fire scenes. The OV shall assist the LCC in the proper placement of the apparatus before carrying out their other assigned duties. When positioning the aerial to rescue a victim at a window on the 5th floor, place the apparatus \_\_\_\_\_ - \_\_\_\_\_ feet from the building for a good climbing angle. (Lad. 2, 3.1) Select one: a. 25-35 b. 10-20 c. 15-25 d. 20-30
also place the apparatus in the center of the street if possible
The correct answer is: 25-35
Question 2
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A new lieutenant and her Chauffeur are discussing the different conditions which must be considered when deciding where to place the aerial ladder at a fire. In which statement were they incorrect? (Lad.2, 2.1)
Select one:
a. Heat, smoke or fire causing an exposure that would endanger a victim, member or the ladder
b. Where no immediate rescue is required, the height of the building to be covered in case of future need of the ladder.
c. Whether an immediate rescue is apparent
d. Area or street conditions that might hamper optimum placement
Where no immediate rescue is required, the FRONTAGE of the building to be covered in case of future need of the ladder.
The correct answer is: Where no immediate rescue is required, the height of the building to be covered in case of future need of the ladder.
Question 3
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The officer of an aerial ladder company who arrives at the scene of a fire where a victim at a 4th floor window will obviously require assistance should instruct the LCC to take all but which one of the following actions? (Lad.2, 3.1.2)
Select one:
a. Follow the closest sidewalk line to the center of the apparatus.
b. Slow down the approach of the ladder truck so that lining up with the objectives will be more accurate.
c. Note carefully the window where the civilian is situated. Follow the line of windows vertically to the street.
d. If possible, observe the relationship of the windows to the lines in the sidewalk, or other markers.
Follow the closest sidewalk line to the center of the TURNTABLE. This will ensure the turntable is in line with the window with the victim
The correct answer is: Follow the closest sidewalk line to the center of the apparatus.
Question 4 Not yet answered Marked out of 1.00 Question text When placing the aerial ladder to a window to rescue a person, the distance from the tip of the ladder to the window should be how far? (Lad.2 3.1.5) Select one: a. 2-6 inches b. At least 6 inches c. 2 inches d. 6 inches
The recommended distance from an objective is 2-6 inches, however, in he case of a rescue, use the 2 inch positioning so the ladder will rest against the window sill when weight is placed on it
The correct answer is: 2 inches
Question 5
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If using the aerial ladder to remove occupants from an overcrowded fire escape, place the ladder alongside the fire escape at which position? (Lad 2., 3.3.1)
Select one:
a. 2 inches away from the building and at least 5 feet above the balcony railing
b. 6 inches away from the building and at 1-3 feet above the balcony railing
c. 6 inches away from the building and at least 5 feet above the balcony railing
d. 2 inches away from the building and 1-3 feet above the balcony railing
Also, whenever possible place the ladder on the least exposed side of the building
The correct answer is: 2 inches away from the building and 1-3 feet above the balcony railing
Question 6
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Your ladder company has just arrived at a fire on the 5th floor of a 6 story multiple dwelling where a victim is seen at the 5th floor window. Which action taken by the OV and LCC was incorrect? (Lad 2., 5.6,5.7,5.9)
Select one:
a. The OV ascended the aerial followed by the LCC
b. The OV climbed into the window, assisted the victim out of the window feet first to the LCC, closed the door to the fire area, and then searched the area.
c. While descending the aerial, the LCC placed himself one rung below the rung the victim was standing on.
d. After assisting the victim to the turntable, the LCC returned to the window to assist the OV with other victims.
Removal is not complete until the victim(s) have been assisted to the GROUND. Do not leave them on the turntable
The correct answer is: After assisting the victim to the turntable, the LCC returned to the window to assist the OV with other victims.
Question 7 Not yet answered Marked out of 1.00 Question text Frequently a members tool assignment calls for two tools, one of which is the 6 foot hook. The hook is the only tool that need not be actually carried on aerial ladders, portable ladders or fire escapes. The other tool (axe, halligan) is carried and the hook is extended arms length overhead and hooked on a rung. It is not touched again until the member has climbed to a position where the top of the hook is about \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ level. (Lad 2., 7.15.1) Select one: a. Waist b. Knee c. Shoulder d. Chest
The correct answer is: Knee
Question 8 Not yet answered Marked out of 1.00 Question text An officer finding a victim in a fire area tries to remove the victim down the interior stairs, but is unable to due to fire conditions. The officers next choice for removal should be which one of the following? (Lad 2., 6.7) Select one: a. A fire escape b. A horizontal exit c. A ladder d. A life saving rope operation
I Have Five Little Rats- Interior Stairs, Horizontal exits, Fire Escape, Ladders, Rope
The correct answer is: A horizontal exit
Question 9 Not yet answered Marked out of 1.00 Question text When placing the ladder to the roof, extend the ladder so that the tip is at least how many feet above the point where the ladder comes in contact with the building? (Lad. 2, 7.13) Select one: a. 10 b. 2 c. 3 d. 5
The correct answer is: 5
Question 10 Not yet answered Marked out of 1.00 Question text While operating at a confined space operation, the IC orders your aerial ladder to be used as a high point anchor. You should know that the aerial ladder has a weight capacity of how many pounds when being used for this purpose? (TB Confined Space 4.4) Select one: a. 500 b. 250 c. 800 d. 150
Tower Ladder has 800 pound capacity, making it preferable for a high point anchor
The correct answer is: 250
Question 11
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Which one of the following statements about the FAST Pak is incorrect? (TB SCBA ADD.1, 1.1, 2, 4.1)
Select one:
a. It is equipped with a vibra-alert but does not have a Heads-Up Display
b. It is carried by all Ladder, Rescue and Squad Companies
c. The 5 foot high pressure hose has a Universal Air Coupling Device(UAC)
d. The 20 foot low pressure hose is attached to a manifold with a Schrader and Hansen fitting
There is no vibra alert or HeadsUp display. The only way to monitor the air pressure is via the cylinder gauge
The correct answer is: It is equipped with a vibra-alert but does not have a Heads-Up Display
Question 12 Not yet answered Marked out of 1.00 Question text The 5 foot high pressure hose of the FAST Pak will administer air to the members SCBA via the UAC. This will equalize air in both cylinders in approximately \_\_\_\_\_ seconds. (TB SCBA Add.1, 5.3) Select one: a. 60 b. 90 c. 30 d. 15
The correct answer is: 60
Question 13 Not yet answered Marked out of 1.00 Question text 13. How many of the following choices are correct regarding FAST Pak operations? (TB SCBA Add 1. 6.3, 6.4, 7.1, 9.12, 10.3)
- When using the 20 foot low pressure hose, the member assigned to monitor air supply must protect the pressure hose from high heat, embers, sharp objects and entanglement.
- Use of the Schrader Fitting is reserved for the use of SOC units only.
- The FAST Pak can be used for non-FDNY members when trapped in an IDLH atmosphere. If using the FAST Unit’s FAST Pak for this operation, it must be replaced immediately.
- If any malfunction is found, place the FAST Pak out of service and notify the Division that it is Out of Service and request the Division spare as a replacement.
- When FAST Pak use in anticipated, it should be turned on in a clean atmosphere and cylinder pressure gauge checked for “Full” indication.
Select one:
a. 3
b. 2
c. 4
d. 4
Your answer is incorrect.
(1,2,5 are correct) 3- A FAST Pak other than the FAST Unit’s may be used, 4- notify the Battalion and request the Battalion spare
The correct answer is: 3
Question 14 Not yet answered Marked out of 1.00 Question text Units operating a fire in a new law tenement notice an almond odor while searching the fire apartment. They would be correct to know which one of the following gases gives off this type of odor? (TB SCBA Add. 3) Select one: a. Hydrogen Cyanide b. Phosgene c. Hydrogen Chloride d. Acetaldehyde
Know your odors, it is a very easy test question for the writers.
The correct answer is: Hydrogen Cyanide
Question 15 Not yet answered Marked out of 1.00 Question text The Draeger BG4 Extended Duration SCBA (Rebreather Mask) can provide its wearer with up to \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ hours of breathable air, a significant increase over current SCBAs. (TB SCBA ADD 4 1.3) Select one: a. 4 b. 1 c. 3 d. 2
The correct answer is: 4
