Company Officer Quiz 4

Question 1

01. The Buckeye Pipeline basic components are (2), 12” steel pipes which carry which two of the following products?
Select one or more:
a. Natural gas
b. Kerosene based aviation fuel
c. Gasoline
d. Diesel

Answer 1

(AUC 149 1.1)

The correct answers are: Gasoline, Kerosene based aviation fuel

Question 2

02. Manual shut off valves are generally located below ground in a valve housing under a hinged cover. Once the cover is opened, the valve can be shut by turning the 3 ½’ long wrench how many turns?
Select one:
a. 42 half turns
b. 84 half turns
c. 84 full turns
d. 24 full turns

Answer 2

42 full turns or 84 half turns. *Exception is the Long Island City shipper’s line, which is 24 full or 48 half turns. This has been asked on many exams (AUC 149 2.3.2)
The correct answer is: 84 half turns

Question 3

3. Pipeline profile cards showing the elevation of valves above sea level and the amount of product carried in barrels between each valve have been issued to all Assigned and Alternate units. The cards can also be found in each valve box for the information and use of responding units.
   Select one:
   a. Agree
   b. Disagree

Answer 3

(AUC 149 3.3)

The correct answer is: Agree

Question 4

4. Each Assigned and Alternate Unit has been issued two sets of Unit Alarm Assignment and Instruction cards. Where should these two sets of cards be stored? (more than one correct)
   Select one or more:
   a. Posted on a wall on the apparatus floor
   b. In the company office
   c. On the apparatus
   d. At the house watch desk

Answer 4

An extra pipeline map shall also be stored with these cards (AUC 149 4.3)
The correct answers are: On the apparatus, At the house watch desk

Question 5

05. Engine 345 arrives first at the scene of an unknown odor on a street corner. After investigating, the officer determines the odor is from a confirmed leak from the Buckeye Pipeline. The officer would be correct to transmit which choice below?
Select one:
a. 2nd Alarm
b. 10-75
c. 10-75 with a Haz-Mat response

Answer 5

Upon confirmation of a confirmed leak, transmit a 2nd alarm. (AUC 149 7.3.1)
The correct answer is: 2nd Alarm

Question 6

6. Isolation of a pipeline or valve leak is vital in controlling the amount of fuel lost, and will thereby reduce the danger of, and intensity of a possible fire. Isolation duties are carried out by manually shutting down valves. Valves should always be closed as per duties required by Instruction Cards without any exception.
   Select one:
   a. Agree
   b. Disagree

Answer 6

Disagree, Except when a unit is required TO PROTECT LIFE in a serious life threatening situation, and is thereby prevented from carrying out isolation duties. The officer must immediately notify the dispatcher. (AUC 149 6.1)
The correct answer is: Disagree

Question 7

7. During an emergency involving the Buckeye Pipeline, what should be the primary consideration of FDNY units?
   Select one:
   a. Evacuation of the area involved
   b. Isolation of the area involved
   c. Extinguishment of any fire
   d. Immediate shutting of the pipeline valve(s)

Answer 7

Avenues of escape must remain open for civilians and FD personnel (AUC 149 6.5.2)
The correct answer is: Evacuation of the area involved

Question 8

8. Which statement made about company operations at Buckeye Pipeline emergencies is incorrect?
   Select one:
   a. All engine companies responding on the second alarm for a street box associated with a leak should place additional cans of foam on the apparatus.
   b. Department apparatus should not be brought closer than 600’ to a leak
   c. The potential for explosion is greatest on hot, humid, and calm days.
   d. Units special called to an incident that do not have the necessary equipment (wrenches, Instruction Cards, etc.) shall ascertain from the dispatcher the location of the nearest unit so equipped.

Answer 8

Engines responding FROM QUARTERS should bring additional foam. Engine companies out of quarters, receiving a run for pipeline leak, MUST NOT return to quarters for additional foam. (AUC 149 4.12, 4.8.1, 6.5.4, 6.5.7)
The correct answer is: All engine companies responding on the second alarm for a street box associated with a leak should place additional cans of foam on the apparatus.

Question 9

9. When the leak location is identified, which of the following pieces of information should be included in the preliminary report to the dispatcher? (More than 1 correct)
   Select one or more:
   a. Amount of product in the street (estimate)
   b. Topography of the area involved
   c. Location of the leak
   d. Exposures

Answer 9

ALL Correct- “LATE” L - Location, A - Amount, T - Topography, E – Exposures (AUC 149 7.3.6)
The correct answers are: Location of the leak, Amount of product in the street (estimate), Topography of the area involved, Exposures

Question 10

10. During which type of Buckeye Pipeline Drill will participating units actually shut down the pipeline valves?
Select one:
a. All of the above
b. Familiarization Drills
c. Division Drills
d. Borough Drills

Answer 10

(AUC 149 10.5.10)

The correct answer is: Borough Drills

Question 11

11. Brush fires can occur in most parts of the city and can range from small nuisance fires to major multiple alarms. Weather is the controlling factor affecting the severity and incidence of brush fires. Serious brush fire conditions occur when all but which one of the following weather conditions are present?
    Select one:
    a. High Humidity
    b. Winds in excess of 15 MPH
    c. Little or no rainfall for the proceeding 3 or more days

Answer 11

Low humidity (AUC 151 3.2.1)
The correct answer is: High Humidity

Question 12

12. Which type of brush fire is listed as the most common type of brush fire found in New York City?
Select one:
a. Crown fires
b. Bog fires
c. Spot fires
d. Surface fires

Answer 12

(AUC 151 3.4.1)

The correct answer is: Surface fires

Question 13

13. All engine and ladder companies assigned to Staten Island carry a minimum of four Indian pumps, four Fire Brooms and 1” forestry hose.
    Select one:
    a. Agree
    b. Disagree

Answer 13

Disagree - Engines carry 2 Indian Pumps, 4 brooms and 1” Forestry hose. Ladders carry a minimum of 4 Indian Pumps, 4 brooms and 6 lengths of 1 ¾” hose. (AUC 151 4.1)
The correct answer is: Disagree

Question 14

14. During a drill on Brush Fire Units (BFU) the following statements were made. Which statement should be corrected?
    Select one:
    a. Winches found on Brush Fire Units can be very effective in towing engine and ladder companies that become stuck in the brush.
    b. Brush Fire Units can arrive and initiate fire attack at the seat of brush fires more quickly than firefighters on foot.
    c. Brush Fire Units can be supplied in place and operate as a stationary manifold to supply handlines, forestry hose, or booster hose for prolonged operations.
    d. Brush Fire Units cannot knock over trees, go through hedgerows, or traverse streams and ponds.

Answer 14

Winches are designed for self-extrication or for use on similar weight units. They SHALL NOT be used to tow out full size apparatus or heavy trucks. (AUC 151 4.5.10, 4.5.13, 4.5.14, 4.5.15)
The correct answer is: Winches found on Brush Fire Units can be very effective in towing engine and ladder companies that become stuck in the brush.

Question 15

15. Brush Fire Units and all Staten Island engine companies are equipped with 1” lightweight yellow hose in 100-foot lengths. This hose is intended for wildland operations and in an emergency can be used for structural firefighting.
    Select one:
    a. Disagree
    b. Agree

Answer 15

Disagree - Is intended for wildland operations only, and is not to be used for any other type of operation. (AUC 151 4.7)
The correct answer is: Disagree

Question 16

16. At a recent large brush fire units took the following actions. Which action taken was incorrect?
    Select one:
    a. An engine responding to the Incident Command Post self committed to a house that was exposed to the flames of the brush fire.
    b. Additional units responding reported to the Incident Command Post for orders regarding assignment and position.
    c. During the initial attack, all engine companies located and hooked up to working hydrants in the vicinity of the fire.
    d. Upon arrival, the first unit transmitted via radio the location of and access route to the fire.

Answer 16

Initial attack operations should concentrate on mobility. AVOID hooking up to hydrants, except to protect hydrants. (AUC 151 5.1, 5.4.2)
The correct answer is: During the initial attack, all engine companies located and hooked up to working hydrants in the vicinity of the fire.

Question 17

17. A priority tactic at large brush fires is to protect exposures that may be affected by the fire. Once the exposures are covered the fire attack can begin. Which choice listed below would be an incorrect tactic to take at these fires?
    Select one:
    a. The best time to move in for a close attack is when the wind diminishes.
    b. Never operate in front of the fire. An on-rushing wall of fire can endanger operating forces.
    c. Consider wetting down unburned area ahead of the fire.
    d. Avoid chasing fire, running out of hose, and exhausting operating forces.

Answer 17

In general avoid operating in front of the fire. If necessary to operate in front of the fire (ONLY TO PROTECT LIFE), sufficient lines must be in place and capable of protecting operating forces. (AUC 151 5.4.3, 5.4.4, 5.4.6, 5.4.8)
The correct answer is: Never operate in front of the fire. An on-rushing wall of fire can endanger operating forces.

Question 18

18. Choose a correct statement regarding hose stream operations at large brush fires.
    Select one:
    a. It is safe to operate from burnt-out, blackened areas.
    b. Attempt to break-up heat waves by using a “water curtain”.
    c. Direct hose streams at the flames burning above the brush fire.
    d. Extinguish fire in the interior burning areas first, and then extinguish the fire on the flanks.

Answer 18

A-Extinguish the perimeter fire from the flanks first, then move to the interior. B- Direct streams at the burning brush, not the flames above the brush. C- “Water Curtains” are ineffective. (AUC 151 5.4.10, 5.4.13, 5.4.17, 5.4.18)
The correct answer is: It is safe to operate from burnt-out, blackened areas.

Question 19

19. A Battalion Chief is discussing brush fire operations with units in his command. The BC asks the junior firefighter to state four tactics to be used at these fires. Which choice below should be corrected by the BC?
    Select one:
    a. Bypass stumps, trees, and other smoldering items inside the burned-out areas until the fire is controlled and sufficient staffing is available for final extinguishment.
    b. The majority of brush fires are controlled by using two-firefighter teams working with Indian pumps and brooms along the flanks near the head of the fire.
    c. Fires burning on hillsides will burn rapidly towards the top of the hill. Have units position on streets at the top of the hill to protect exposures and attack the fire from the top of the hill.
    d. In areas with roads but no hydrants, consider having engine companies provide a quick knockdown of fire using their deckpipe with booster water, then refilling from a hydrant and returning.

Answer 19

Have units positioned on streets at the top of the hill to protect exposures but attack the fire from the bottom of the hill and work upward. (AUC 151 5.4.14, 5.4.15, 5.4.16, 5.4.21)
The correct answer is: Fires burning on hillsides will burn rapidly towards the top of the hill. Have units position on streets at the top of the hill to protect exposures and attack the fire from the top of the hill.

Question 20

20. As with any fire, safety at brush fires should always be a priority. Which choice does not show proper safety tactics?
    Select one:
    a. Do not use makeshift bridges to cross creeks. Do not attempt to jump over creeks. Use Department ladders to span creeks.
    b. At night operations, utilize portable and apparatus lighting systems for safety.
    c. In cold weather, members should attempt to step in the footsteps of members who have walked ahead of them. These areas will be known to be on solid ground.
    d. Never operate hoselines beneath high voltage power lines.

Answer 20

Do not step into the footsteps of members walking ahead of you. If the hard surface was broken by the previous member’s step, the next step in that area may result in sinking deeper into the mud. (AUC 151 5.11)
The correct answer is: In cold weather, members should attempt to step in the footsteps of members who have walked ahead of them. These areas will be known to be on solid ground.