EVOLUTIONS

Question 0

Two members are preparing to transport a 24’ adjustable portable ladder performed the following actions. Which action is incorrect?

A) They were positioned at each end of the ladder with the fly out, grasping the upper beam.

B) The rear man gave the command “ready, lift.” The ladder is then raised in unison by both men with the upper beam resting on their shoulders.

C) The rear man gave the command “Ready, transport” and moved with the front man to the point of operation.

D) When the distance is short, the ladder may be transported to the point of operation by two members holding onto the upper rails farthest from the body. (Suitcase carry)

Answer 0

C) The rear man gave the command “Ready, transport” and moved with the front man to the point of operation. (INCORRECT)

(Evolutions 16 1.1-1.7)

• The FRONT MAN gives command “ready, transport” and moves with
  REAR MAN to point of operation.

Question 1

A lieutenant instructing members of a ladder company regarding the two man raising procedure of portable ladders to a window made the following statements. In which one was he not entirely correct?

A) Ladder is placed initially on both beams flat on the ground and perpendicular to the building. The tip of the ladder is in line with the objective, fly of the ladder facing up.

B) The raising man takes a position 1/3 the distance from the tip on the street side of the ladder facing the tip.

C) The butt man takes a position with back towards the building. After properly placing hands and feet, butt man gives command “prepare to raise” then “raise”

D) Raising member, upon command “raise” lifts ladder from ground, pivots in under lower beam to a position facing the butt man and uses a hand under motion along lower beam to raise ladder.

Answer 1

A) Ladder is placed initially on both beams flat on the ground and perpendicular to the building. The tip of the ladder is in line with the objective, fly of the ladder facing up. (INCORRECT)

(Evolutions 16 2.1-2.5)

• Ladder is initially places on ONE BEAM on the ground and PARALLEL to building. The BUTT of the ladder is in line with the objective, fly of the ladder facing AWAY FROM THE BUILDING.

Question 2

Two firefighters are about to place a 24’ extension ladder to the roof of a taxpayer. The following actions were taken. Which one was incorrect?

A) The butt man grasps both beams on inner rails about shoulder high, steps backwards lowering the ladder into the building. Looks forward, not upward.

B) The raising man placed his left foot center on the bottom rung, grasps the rung at shoulder level with both hands palm down. Looks upward and guides the ladder into the building.

C) The halyard was secured by tying a bowline on a bight on the fourth rung.

D) The raising man adjusts the angle of the ladder if necessary.

Answer 2

C) The halyard was secured by tying a bowline on a bight on the fourth rung. (INCORRECT)

(Evolutions 16 4)

• Halyard secured by tying CLOVE HITCH & BINDER ABOVE 3RD
  RUNG.

Question 3

Three firefighters are preparing to raise a 35’ extension ladder to the side of a building. Upon hearing the command “raise” from the butt man, the two raising firefighters should begin to raise the ladder utilizing which method?

A) Hand over hand along the upper beam

B) Hand over hand on the rungs

C) Hand under hand along the lower beam

D) Sliding their hands along lower beam

Answer 3

C) Hand under hand along the lower beam

(Evolutions 16 8.4)

• Hand UNDER hand method
  NOT hand over hand

Question 4

Ordered by their lieutenant to place a portable ladder against exposure 4A at a recent fire in a Rowframe building, two probies realize that they have in fact placed it against exposure 2. Hoping their lieutenant would not notice, they quickly took the following actions prior to and while carrying the 24’ portable ladder vertically. In which choice were they incorrect?

A) Ladder is returned to the vertical position in the reverse order of the way it was placed against a building.

B) Each FF moves to the right, facing beams and grasps the beams in front of them about head high with the left hand and third rung from the bottom with the right hand, palm up.

C) The FF facing away from the direction of travel gives all commands.

D) When ladder reaches objective, the command “ready, halt” is given. Ladder is placed on the ground.

Answer 4

C) The FF facing away from the direction of travel gives all commands.
(INCORRECT)

(Evolutions 16 5.1-5.6)

*The FF FACING IN THE DIRECTION OF TRAVEL gives all commands

Question 5

Two firefighters are preparing to lower a portable ladder to the street. A FF preparing for the Lt’s test observing the operation advised the butt man to issue the order “prepare to step out, step out” when the raising man approaches and reaches what distance from the tip?

A) 1/3 B) 2/3 C) 1/2 D) 1/4

Answer 5

A) 1/3

Evolutions 16 7.6

Question 6

When available manpower is insufficient, all ladders (other than 35’) may be raised by one member. Consider the following statements and indicate the one that is incorrect:

A) Ladder is placed perpendicular to the building, fly up.

B) Firefighters stand at the tip of the ladder facing the building and grasp the top rung.

C) Member swings ladder up and steps in under the ladder.

D) Movies in toward building raising the ladder with a hand under hand motion on the rungs until the ladder is in a vertical position against the building, fly in.

Answer 6

D) Moves in toward building raising the ladder with a hand under hand motion on the rungs until the ladder is in a vertical position against the building, fly in. (INCORRECT)

(Evolutions 16 14.1-14.4)

• Hand under hand motion on the RAILS (not rungs)

Question 7

Water relays can complicate pumping operations for all but which one of the following reasons?

A) Require coordination between two or more pumpers

B) Potential for generating high pressures

C) More communication is required

D) Decreased possibility of introducing air into the operating pumper

Answer 7

D) Decreased possibility of introducing air into the operating pumper. (INCORRECT)

(Evolutions 8, 2)

• INCREASED chance of getting air into operating pumper

Question 8

What would be the pump status during a two pumper water relay at a standpipe operation where both apparatus are equipped with pro pressure governors?

A) Supply pumper in Volume, operating pumper in Volume

B) Supply pumper in Volume, operating pumper in Pressure

C) Supply pumper in Pressure, operating pumper in Volume

D) Supply pumper in Pressure, operating pumper in Pressure

Answer 8

B) Supply pumper in Volume, operating pumper in Pressure

Evolutions 8, 3.4

Question 9

A Lt. of the 1st arriving Engine transmits a signal 10-70 via Department Radio. What pumper on the initial alarm is designated as the Water Resource Unit?

A) Engine giving the 10-70

B) Next arriving Engine upon hearing the signal

C) 2nd due Engine as per the alarm assignment card

D) 3rd arriving Engine

Answer 9

B) Next arriving Engine upon hearing the signal

(Evolutions 8, 3.1-3.2)

• 2nd ARRIVING Engine / NOT necessarily 2nd due Engine on ticket

Question 10

During a large warehouse fire on the waterfront a water relay operation is ordered by the IC. According to Evolution 8, if the supply pumper’s intake pressure drops below 15 PSI, who should the ECC of this pumper notify that the hydrant’s supply limit has been reached?

A) Operating pumper ECC and Water Resource Unit Officer

B) Supply pumper Officer and IC

C) Operating pumper ECC and IC

D) Operating pumper Officer and IC

Answer 10

C) Operating pumper ECC and IC

Evolutions 8, 3.13

Question 11

When readying a line from a standpipe floor outlet located inside a stairwell, how should the Engine company position its folded lengths?

A) In a hallway one floor below standpipe outlet

B) On a landing above standpipe outlet

C) On landing below standpipe outlet

D) In hallway on floor where fire is located

Answer 11

C) On landing below standpipe outlet

Evolution 9, 3.5

Question 12

An Engine company lieutenant instructing members on standpipe hose operations was mistaken in which comment he made?

A) All lines stretched from a standpipe shall be 2 1/2” in diameter

B) Controlling nozzle with 1 1/8” tip shall be used

C) Generally, all lines stretched from standpipes are connected to outlets on a floor below the fire.

D) Variations from stretching initial lines from standpipe outlets on a floor below the fire due to building configuration shall be approved by the Borough Commander.

Answer 12

D) Variations from stretching initial lines from standpipe outlets on a floor below the fire due to building configuration shall be approved by the Borough Commander. (INCORRECT)

(Evolutions 9, 3.9)

• Approved by DIVISION COMMANDER and placed in the CIDS
  program.

Question 13

What does the Siamese color marking of aluminum indicate?

A) Non automatic sprinkler system

B) Automatic sprinkler system

C) Combination sprinkler/standpipe

D) Standpipe system

Answer 13

A) Non automatic sprinkler system

Evolutions 9, 3.9

Question 14

If a pressure reducing device (PRD) is found on a standpipe outlet, it should be removed. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

A) Agree

B) Disagree

Answer 14

A) Agree

Question 15

At a high rise hotel fire, the 1st arriving Engine will be utilizing the standpipe system for the initial attack line. The lieutenant of this company should instruct the ECC to take what action?

A) Connect 1st supply line to standpipe Siamese and 2nd supply line to sprinkler Siamese.

B) Connect 1st supply line to sprinkler Siamese and 2nd supply line to standpipe Siamese

C) Connect first two supply lines to the standpipe system

D) Connect the first two supply lines to the sprinkler system

Answer 15

A) Connect 1st supply line to standpipe Siamese and 2nd supply line to sprinkler Siamese.

(Evolutions 9, 3.9)

Question 16

In FDNY Evolutions, what type of knot is used to hoist a portable ladder to the roof?

A) Rolling hitch and binder

B) Large loop bowline

C) Clove hitch and binder

D) Figure 8

Answer 16

B) Large loop bowline

Evolution 18, 3.5

Question 17

Portable extension ladders are to be marked to facilitate hoisting operations. Where on these ladders should the marks be made?

A) 1st and 2nd rung above center of bed ladder.

B) 1st and 2nd rung below tip of extension ladder

C) 1st and 2nd rung of extension ladder

D) 1st and 2nd rung of bed ladder

Answer 17

A) 1st and 2nd rung above center of bed ladder

Evolution 18, 3.10

Question 18

The proper angle for an aerial ladder from the ground when being utilized as a water tower is:

A) 40 degrees

B) 60 degrees

C) 70 degrees

D) 80 degrees

Answer 18

C) 70 degrees

Evolutions 21, 3.5

Question 19

A ladder company lieutenant ordered by the IC to use the aerial ladder as a water tower for a fire on a top floor of a vacant tenement, directed members to perform the following tasks. The Officer was correct in which actions?

1. Clamp portable water pipe with 3” hose connected to it to the center of the top 2 rungs of the top sliding section of the aerial ladder.
2. Secure hose strap just below the swivel of the ladder pipe
3. Ordered a FF to operate halyards to control the horizontal movement of the water pipe.
4. Ensured supply lines into aerial apparatus Siamese were from two separate sources of water.

A) 1,3,4 only B) 3 & 4 only C) 1,2,4 only D) 1,2,3,4

Answer 19

C) 1,2,4 only

(Evolution 21 3.6 pictorial and notes)

• HORIZONTAL movement of pipe is controlled by turntable movement by chauffeur. VERTICAL movement of pipe is controlled by halyards.

Question 20

The maximum extension of the fly ladder (tip to ground) for an aerial ladder with an operating 1 1/2” tip and under extreme conditions is:

A) 80’ B) 75’ C) 70’ D) 60’

Answer 20

A) 80’

Evolution 21, 3.6 Notes

Question 21

What is the max pressure recommended on an aerial ladder portable, solid stream nozzle?

A) 100 psi

B) 90 psi

C) 80 psi

D) 70 psi

Answer 21

B) 90 psi

Evolutions 21A, 4

Question 22

A member who has decided to deploy his PSS would be incorrect to think that?

A) The PSS should only be used after all other means of self rescue have been exhausted.

B) He should transmit an Urgent message to the IC.

C) During the emergency transmissions with the IC, indicate you are deploying your PSS.

D) He should notify the IC when he has reached a point of safety.

Answer 22

B) He should transmit an Urgent message to the IC. (INCORRECT)

(Evolutions 23, pg 1)

• Give MAYDAY FOR TRAPPED MEMBER

Question 23

Tying off to a substantial object is the preferred method of anchoring the PSS. Which of the following are considered substantial objects for this purpose?

A) Steam riser

B) Radiator

C) Two wall studs

D) Door frame

E) All of the above

Answer 23

E) All of the above

(Evolutions 23, pg 2)

• Fiberglass hook across a doorway is also a substantial object

Question 24

When deploying the PSS at an operation using a remote anchor, the deploying member must be aware that he should?

A) Tie an “anchor knot” which is comprised of 2 half hitches

B) If placing the anchor hook on a door frame or steam riser, place it midway between the floor and ceiling to maximize tension when exiting the window.

C) Have the left shoulder point towards the exit window.

D) Keep the role in your left hand while moving across the room. Leading with your left hand is the most effective way to exit the room.

E) Insure the EXO is brought to a point on the middle of the window sill.

Answer 24

A) Tie an “anchor knot” which is comprised of 2 half hitches

(Evolutions 23, pg 3-7)

A - Correct

B - Place anchor hook AT THE FLOOR to maximize tension

C - Have RIGHT shoulder pointing towards exit window

D - Keep rope in RIGHT hand. Lead with RIGHT hand is most effective

E - Insure EXO is brought to a point BEYOND the window sill.

Question 25

When exiting the window using the PSS system, members would be correct to think that they should?

A) Hold the EXO while exiting.

B) Straddle the window 1st, then roll forward in a head 1st manner until the upper torso and right leg are outside the window.

C) After rolling headfirst out of the window, lock their left leg on the interior wall and maintain the position of their left hand on the interior wall opposite the left leg.

D) Release the left leg and left hand simultaneously to reach the final position before descending.

Answer 25

C) After rolling headfirst out of the window, lock their left leg on the interior wall and maintain the position of their left hand on the interior wall opposite the left leg.

(Evolutions 23, pg 8-10)

A - DO NOT hold EXO

B - DO NOT STRADDLE the window. Roll out and leg lock.

C - Correct

D - Release LEFT LEG FIRST

Question 26

When descending with the PSS, the rope should be grasped with the right hand, and the hand slid out so that the rope is at a ______ degree angle to the EXO. This position and angle must be maintained during the descent.

A) 45

B) 60

C) 75

D) 90

Answer 26

D) 90

Evolutions 23, pg 10

Question 27

When exiting a building at a window using the PSS where the system will be anchored at the WINDOW itself, it would be incorrect to state that?

A) The member must assess which is the best location for the anchor hook, the window sill or interior inside wall.

B) The anchors hook is placed in the palm of the left hand.

C) The rope is grasped with the right hand

D) When exiting the window, wrap,the fingers of the left hand around the anchor hook and maintain its position inside of the window.

Answer 27

D) When exiting the window, wrap,the fingers of the left hand around the anchor hook and maintain its position inside of the window. (INCORRECT)

(Evolutions 23, pg 3)

• Place hook IN PALM OF LEFT HAND (Do not wrap fingers around it)

Question 28

Which member was operating incorrectly performing a lowering operation using the Life Saving Rope and the Atlas Life Belt?

A) Member #1, the lowering member, after inverting the case and emptying the rope, placed the snap hook from the top of the coil to the left of the coiled rope.

B) Member #2, the member to be lowered, placed his foot on the snap hook while Member #1 played out rope to the substantial object.

C) Member #1 tied a clove hitch and binder on the taut part of the rope.

D) Member #1 attached the snap hook of the LSR to the hook of the Life Belt and took 4 turns over and under the hook with the rope.

Answer 28

D) Member #1 attached the snap hook of the LSR to the hook of the Life Belt and took 4 turns over and under the hook with the rope. (INCORRECT)

(EVOLUTIONS 25, 3.5)

• UNDER AND OVER (balls to belly)

Question 29

How far over the edge of the roof or parapet should the anti-chaffing device be draped?

A) Approximately 5”

B) 2”

C) 1’

D) Approximately 10”

Answer 29

A) Approximately 5”

EVOLUTIONS 25, 4.2

Question 30

Which one of the following would not be considered a suitable substantial object?

A) An exposed beam

B) Chimney

C) Newel post

D) An aerial ladder

Answer 30

C) Newel post

EVOLUTIONS 25, Note 5

Question 31

When members are being lowered to perform a rescue pickup, there are several actions they must take. Which one of the following is an incorrect action for this member to take?

A) Give the command “STOP” to halt the lowering operation while out of reach of the victim.

B) Give the commands “DOWN, STOP, DOWN, STOP” as necessary, until the member being lowered is shoulder to shoulder with the victim.

C) The member shall pull themselves to the victim by using the window frame or using the victim for help.

D) Instruct the victim to place both arms around his neck, both legs around his waist, and maintain a firm hold.

E) The member should place both arms around the victim’s upper torso, under the armpits, and lock hands behind the victims back.

Answer 31

C) The member shall pull themselves to the victim by using the window frame or using the victim for help. (INCORRECT)

(Evolutions 25, 6.4)

• NEVER use victim to pull yourself towards them (Use window frame)

Question 32

When a rope rescue is performed, which choice correctly indicates where the member and victim should be lowered to?

A) Always to the ground

B) A place of safety, which may require descent of only one story

C) At least two floors below the fire

D) None of the above

Answer 32

B) A place of safety, which may require descent of only one story

(Evolutions 25, Note 11)

Question 33

When a life saving evolution is performed with both the lowering member and member to be lowered using their personal harnesses, there are several actions which must be taken. Which one is not of them?

A) The pre-tied bowline on a bight must be untied at the start of the operation.

B) Member #1, the Lowering Member, shall release their hook from the support strap.

C) Member #1, the Lowering Member, shall attach the snap hook of the LSR to the bottom part of the hook of their harness.

D) Member #2, the member to be lowered, shall attach the snap hook of the LSR to their personal harness hook.

Answer 33

D) Member #2, the member to be lowered, shall attach the snap hook of the LSR to their personal harness hook. (INCORRECT)

(Evolutions 27, 1.1)

Question 34

You are the captain drilling the members on a single slide evolution. Which point of the discussion was stated correctly?

A) With the harness hook in the right hand, place the solid part of the hook on top of the rope, and after opening the gate take four turns of the rope over and under the harness hook before releasing and locking the gate.

B) The planned point of descent should be as close to perpendicular as possible with the substantial object to avoid the rope from sliding along the roof’s edge.

C) Any substantial object decided upon for use, such as a soil vent pipe or chimney, shall be examined for soundness and sharp edges prior to use.

D) When using a vertical object as a substantial object, such as a bulkhead, ensure the rope is tied at waist level so it is visible to all members operating on the roof.

Answer 34

B) The planned point of descent should be as close to perpendicular as possible with the substantial object to avoid the rope from sliding along the roof’s edge.

(Evolutions 28)

A - UNDER & OVER (balls to belly)

B - Correct

C - Soil vent pipe is NOT A SUBSTANTIAL OBJECT

D - When using a vertical object, such as a bulkhead, allow the rope to
DROP TO THE BASE, CLOSE TO THE ROOF. The object should be
at optimum strength at this point.

Question 35

The actual length of the FDNY’s LSR may be less than the nominal length of 150’. Which is a true statement about this fact?

A) This is caused by exposure to heat if the rope is kept in the compartment adjoining the engine compartment on the apparatus, and must be reported immediately to the Fire Tools and Equipment Unit for a replacement.

B) This is caused by natural shrinkage and may cause the rope to be 8-10 feet shorter than the nominal length, which requires the rope to be immediately places out of service.

C) This is caused by exposure to heat if the rope is kept in the compartment adjoining the engine compartment on the apparatus, but it can remain in service.

D) This is caused by natural shrinkage and may cause the rope to be 8-10 feet shorter than the nominal length, and must be considered for when planning to use the rope.

Answer 35

D) This is caused by natural shrinkage and may cause the rope to be 8-10 feet shorter than the nominal length, and must be considered for when planning to use the rope.

(Evolutions 28)

Question 36

The fire window blanket can be useful at wind driven fires. What is the only correct statement regarding fire window blanket deployment?

A) Testing showed an immediate 25% decrease in temperatures and significant reduction in flame production.

B) Members should bring the blanket to the apartment directly above the fire apartment on the leeward side.

C) FFs deploying the blanket from a window above the fire apartment must remove the window to deploy the blanket.

D) The blanket may be used to cover a window prior to it failing.

Answer 36

D) The blanket may be used to cover a window prior to it failing.

(Evolutions 33, 2.2)

A - Tearing showed an immediate FIFTY (50) PERCENT decrease.

B - Bring blanket to WINDWARD side of building.

C - FFs deploying blanket from a window above the fire apartment
MUST NOT REMOVE the window unless absolutely necessary.

Question 37

Which statement is most correct regarding the use of a rear mount Aerial Ladder as a Water Tower?

A) When the street has a severe crown, ensure the ladder angle does not exceed 80 degrees.

B) The ladder pipe is clamped to the rungs at least 3 rungs below the top of the ladder.

C) Salt water shall never be used when drilling with the rear mount Aerial Ladder used as a water tower.

D) Max extension of the ladder with a 1 1/2” tip is 90 feet, with a max pressure of 100 psi for a solid stream nozzle.

Answer 37

C) Salt water shall never be used when drilling with the rear mount Aerial Ladder used as a water tower.

(Evolutions 21A, 4G, Notes A, C & D)

A - Ensure angle does not exceed SEVENTY (70) DEGREES.

B - Clamped to CENTER OF TOP 2 RUNGS of top sliding section.

C - Correct

D - Max extension = 80 feet (with the 1 1/2” tip)
Max pressure = 90 psi for a solid stream nozzle

Question 38

E-308 arrives 1st due for a reported fire in a PD and is unable to obtain a viable water source, therefore the officer of that unit gives a 10-70 via the department radio and the HT. E-285 is the next Engine to arrive but was 3rd due on the ticket. Both Engines are equipped with Pro Pressure Governors. Listed below are the actions taken by these two heads up companies with which one being incorrect?

A) The ECC from E-285 chose to utilize the 35’ hydrant connection from the hydrant to the supply pumper.

B) The supply pumper (E-285) operated in volume while the operating pumper (E-308) operated in pressure.

C) The necessary lengths of 3 1/2” hose were stretched from a 3” outlet on the supply pumper to the operating pumpers 3” gated inlet on pump panel side.

D) E-308 ECC left the gated inlet on his operating pumper closed while opening the drain to the gated inlet, thus allowing air in the 3 1/2” supply line to exhaust.

Answer 38

B) The supply pumper (E-285) operated in volume while the operating pumper (E-308) operated in pressure. (INCORRECT)

(Evolutions 8, 3.4)

• BOTH PUMPERS must remain in VOLUME position.(Only operate in PRESSURE at standpipe operations or when head
  pressures must be overcome)
• Choice A = 10’ or 35’ hydrant connection should be used for this
  operation.

Question 39

Which is the most correct procedure from the list below in regards to In-Line Pumping?

A) Hydrant selected for ILP must be on a 12” or larger main. During Water Alert, ILP shall not be used.

B) The pumper shall use 2 1/2” hose as the initial supply line from the hydrant to the pumper.

C) Not more than 4 lengths of hose shall be used in the initial supply line.

D) When intake pressure drops below 15 psi, the pump operator shall have his or her intake supply augmented

Answer 39

D) When intake pressure drops below 15 psi, the pump operator shall have his or her intake supply augmented.

(Evolutions 1A)

A - Hydrant selected for ILP must be on a SIX INCH (6”) or larger main
Water Alert = ILP shall not be used UNLESS ABSOLUTELY NEC.

B - Pumper shall use 3 1/2” HOSE AS INITIAL SUPPLY LINE

C - No more than SIX (6) lengths used in initial supply line