exam 10 Flashcards
Question 1:
The most correct order for donning Bunker Gear can be found in which choice?
A:1)Pants and boots, 2) HT, 3) Protective Hood, 4) Bunker Coat
B: 1)Pants and boots, 2) Protective Hood, 3) HT, 4) Bunker Coat
C: 1)Pants and boots, 2) HT, 3) Bunker Coat, 4) Protective Hood
D: 1)Protective Hood, 2) Pants and boots, 3) HT, 4) Bunker Coat
A Explanation:
AUC 310 sec 7
2005 Lts test
Question 2:
The second hoseline at a high rise fireproof multiple dwelling may be used for which of the following? **1. Backup the first line. **2. Advance with the first line. **3. Operate the hi-rise nozzle. **4. Operate into a breach in the adjoining apartment wall while the first line is protecting the public hallway. **5. Operate on the floor above.
A:1,2,3,4,5
B: 1,2,4,5
C: 1,2,3,4
D: 1,2,4
A Explanation:
HRFPMD: SECOND LINE MAY BE STRETCHED TO FLOOR ABOVE
HIGH RISE OFFICE: SECOND LINE IS NOT STRETCHED TO FLOOR ABOVE
Multiple Dwellings 6.9.4
Question 3:
Communicating in an emergency to all the members working at the scene of an unstable collapse is paramount. Which of the following is INCORRECT about emergency signaling used by the department?
A: Apparatus air horns may be beneficial after the initial HT announcement, followed by another HT announcement after the air horns have ceased.
B:One long and one short blast from the airhorn means Evacuate Area.
C: Safety officers, members operating transits, as well as members positioned as lookouts will be issued an air horn.
D: One long three second blast from the airhorn means cease operations/all quiet.
B Explanation:
FIREFIGHTING PROCEDURES - COLLAPSE OPERATIONS - PG 19
A – Correct – 9.2
B – Incorrect – One long and one short blast means Resume Operations 9.2 PG 19
C – Correct – 9.2
D – Correct – 9.2
Question 4:
At a high rise building fire, the second arriving engine officer 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. Of the following choices, which is incorrect regarding this procedure?
A: The first arriving Battalion Chief shall give the Post radio to the second engine officer. The second engine officer will then take the Post radio and report with his/her company to their normal location, in the vicinity of the standpipe outlet from which the first handline is being stretched.
B:Upon arrival on the floor below the fire, the second engine officer shall establish contact with the Incident Command Post (ICP) on the tactical channel via the Post radio. The officer will verify that the Post radio is in place and give his/her location to the IC.
C: After establishing contact with the Incident Command Post (ICP), the second engine officer will use their handie-talkie radio on the tactical channel to announce to units in the fire area that a communications link with the ICP has been established. Communications will be relayed through the second engine officer.
D: In addition to his/her normal duties, the second engine officer must maintain the communications link with the lobby until the Fire Sector Supervisor/Branch Director arrives on the floor below the fire.
B
Explanation:
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.
Comm 12 6.2
Question 5:
You are working in E200 for the 9X6 tour on November 10, 2019, when you receive a ticket to respond to LaGuardia Airport for a possible aircraft emergency. Upon arrival to the staging area, you would be correct to order your chauffeur to position the apparatus where?
A: In the order of the alarm assignment (in a single line)
B:With two lines being formed, E200 will be on the right
C: With two lines being formed, E200 will be on the left
D: With three lines being formed, E200 will be in the middle
B Explanation:
Units shall form up in a double line, convoy fashion with Ladder Companies, Rescue Companies and Special Units on the left and Engine Companies on the right
Units are not to proceed into the facility or onto the field without PA escort
AUC 325 add 1 sec 2
Question 6:
You’re the company officer working in Engine 100 when you receive a phone call from a civilian complaining that the fire extinguishers at the local movie theater in your administrative district are expired. You’d be correct to take which action below?
A: Immediately telephone the BISP unit.
B: Immediately telephone Fire Prevention Operations Support Unit (FPOSU).
C:Immediately telephone the administrative BC.
D: Conduct a prompt inspection with Engine 100 to determine the actual condition.
C Explanation:
NOTE: Choice D is the correct procedure for occupancies OTHER THAN PLACES OF PUBLIC ASSEMBLY such as THEATERS, SPORTS ARENAS, CONVENTION HALLS, DANCE HALLS, CABARETS OR SIMILAR OCCUPANCIES.
Regulations Ch 12: 12.1.6
Question 7:
Engine 202 was special called to a 3rd Alarm fire in a High-Rise commercial building to serve as the Systems Control Unit. Which task below was INCORRECTLY assigned to this unit?
A: They evaluated the status and operation of the fire and domestic water pumps and water supply.
B: They evaluated and supported the public address, telephone and other communications systems.
C:They evaluated and supported the operation of the building’s elevators.
D: They evaluated and operated as directed, the HVAC, smoke removal, and stairwell pressurization systems.
D Explanation:
SYSTEMS CONTROL UNIT – ICS ADDENDUM 6
A – Correct 4.2
B – Correct 4.2
C – Incorrect – Elevators are a specific task assigned to the Lobby Control Unit. They are not listed under any of the systems control unit’s functions.
D – Correct 4.2
Question 8:
Loft buildings pose a certain degree of collapse potential depending on conditions encountered and actions by members. Of the following choices, which is incorrect?
A: A brick wall with sand lime mortar can have this bonding material washed out by a LCS dislodging bricks and seriously weakening the wall.
B: Floor collapse can be initiated by the failure of a single column. Members should avoid striking columns with a LCS.
C:If the structural stability of gravity tank supports is questionable, consider draining the contents of the tank onto the roof and top floor to reduce the hazard of water weight concentrated at one point.
D: Wide-dimensional cast-iron lofts having front and rear walls supporting girders pose catastrophic collapse potential should they be compromised.
C Explanation:
If the structural stability of gravity tank supports is questionable, consider draining the contents of the tank and diverting the water OFF THE ROOF into a drain pipe, or by opening a standpipe outlet on a lower floor.
Also…..During winter operations, ice can accumulate on the outside of a gravity tank. These ice formations have broken away and fallen through the roof of loft buildings or adjoining buildings.
Loft 9.1.1, 9.1.4, 9.1.5, 9.1.6
Question 9:
Upon return to quarters from a fire where your company successfully deployed the K.O. Curtain, you prepared a brief letterhead report to the Chief of Operations detailing the use of the device and a description of any damage that may have occurred from the deployment of the device at the incident. Since the K.O. Curtain was confiscated on scene by the IC, you now have to contact who to obtain a replacement?
A:Administrative Division
B: Administrative Battalion
C: Fire Academy
D: Technical Services
A Explanation:
Contact the administrative Division for a replacement K.O. Curtain. The Division will get a replacement from Technical Services
NOTE: If a company’s KO Curtain is damaged in other than fire operations, the Company Commander will complete a letterhead report with all details to the Chief of Operations. This letterhead requires full endorsements and a replacement curtain shall be obtained from the Division
Training Bulletins Tools 2 page 4
Question 10:
During freezing weather when ice forms on portable ladders due to water spray, members shall take certain precautions to ensure safe ascending and descending. Which precaution below is incorrect?
A: Position the rung of the ladder under the arch of the boot, next to the heel.
B: Position the feet on the rungs directly next to the beams with each step, to avoid slipping.
C:The hands should grasp the rungs of the ladder for better control while climbing.
D: Should a member slip while climbing, they should immediately pull themselves into the ladder and regain their footing.
C Explanation:
C. The hands REMAIN ON THE UNDERSIDES OF THE BEAMS.
Portable Ladders 8.1
Question 11:
The following actions were taken at a string of recent track fires. Which action taken was MOST CORRECT according to department guidelines for operations underground?
A:Only the Chauffeur was needed for HT relay, so the other truck members proceeded with the officer to the incident location.
B: The Officer, Can, and FE firefighter walked out on the bench wall to extinguish a small rubbish fire while the remaining members of the truck company stayed at the end of the platform.
C:After holding the train in the station to prevent movement, the Officer and Can firefighter entered the track bed outside of the station to extinguish a small rubbish fire without power removal.
D: Observing a significant smoke condition in the street, each of the engine companies assigned took and connected to hydrants upon their arrival at the box location.
A Explanation:
AUC 207 – SUBWAY OPERATIONS
A – Correct – 4.1
B – Incorrect – When walking out on the benchwall, the officer and can firefighter should be sufficient to achieve our purposes. 5.4.2
C – Incorrect – Members can use the benchwall. Power must be removed if members are to enter the track bed. 5.4.1
D – Incorrect – Engine companies are not to hook up to hydrants until the location of the fire is determined. 5.1
Question 12:
Upon arrival at a stationary facility, you find a NFPA 704 diamond placard posted on the door to the room of fire. There is a “3” on the blue portion of the diamond. What does this indicate?
A: Shock and Heat May Detonate
B:Deadly
C: Hazardous
D:Extreme Danger
D Explanation:
Deadly - 4
Hazardous - 2
Shock and Heat May Detonate - this is a “3” in the yellow/reactivity section
ERP p 39
Question 13:
From the choices listed below, which Units carry the Window Blanket?
A:All Rescues and Squads
B: Rescues only
C: Squads only
D:All Squads and Divisions
A Explanation:
Any Unit or Units may be used to deploy the blanket
The Blanket is large enough to cover at least two windows if necessary
Training Bulletins Tools 3 page 1
Question 14:
The chauffer of an aerial ladder, while responding and at the scene, continually monitors the handie-talkie because placement of the apparatus, ladder or subsequent actions may be directly affected by orders or information received. Which action below is incorrect?
A: When approaching a box location and there is no visible indication of fire on the avenue of approach, the chauffeur should slow down one intersection short of the box location and enter the intersection at a slow rate of speed.
B: If the street has a severe crown, check both Inclinometers. Both bubbles must be in the GREEN ZONE. If in the RED ZONE, level apparatus or, if necessary, reposition.
C: Never remove people via aerial ladder when they may be calmed and held safely at that location or removed via a safer means of egress.
D:If possible, chauffeurs should avoid running over the hoselines. When it is necessary to traverse a charged line, it must be done quickly.
D Explanation:
D. …it must be done SLOWLY.
Aerial Ladders 7.2.1; 7.3; 7.4; 7.8.1
Question 15:
What is the appropriate code to transmit for a fire or emergency requiring High Expansion foam?
A: 10-60
B: 10-85
C: 10-86
D:10-87
Explanation:
10-60 - Major Emergency Response
10-85 - Fire Marshal requires emergency police assistance (specify reason)
10-86 - Alcohol Resistant Foam Operation
Comm 8 10-87
Question 16:
During a fire in a LRFPMD, which unit shall ensure that all elevators are recalled and searched?
A: 1st arriving ladder company
B:2nd arriving ladder company
C: Rescue
D: Squad
B Explanation:
1st arriving ladder company shall recall the elevators, whether or not they will be used
2nd arriving ladder company shall ENSURE that all elevators are recalled and searched
Multiple Dwellings sec 7.2