Exam 11 Flashcards
Walking is an acceptable method of travel when detailed to another quarters , if that quarters is within how many blocks from the member’s assigned quarters?
A: 20 blocks
B: 15 blocks
C: 10 blocks
D: 5 blocks
Walking is an acceptable method of travel when detailed to another quarters , if that quarters is within how many blocks from the member’s assigned quarters?
A:✔20 blocks
B: 15 blocks
C: 10 blocks
D: 5 blocks
Explanation:
If members are detailed to a quarters within one mile, or approximately 20 blocks, of their assigned quarters, walking is considered an acceptable method of traveling to the detailed quarters. Members who are detailed to another quarters more than one mile from their assigned quarters DO NOT HAVE THE OPTION OF WALKING. Such members have the option of using their private vehicles if they so choose
AUC 287 sec 6.2
First alarm units are operating at a fire in the cellar of 4-story brownstone building. Hoselines are deployed in the following fashion. Which line was stretched to the incorrect location?
A: The first line was stretched through the front door on the first floor and remained there to secure the first floor.
B: The third line was stretched to the parlor floor as per the Incident Commander
C: The second line was stretched via the interior stairs to the cellar.
D: The second line was stretched to the parlor floor, with the third line backing up the first line.
First alarm units are operating at a fire in the cellar of 4-story brownstone building. Hoselines are deployed in the following fashion. Which line was stretched to the incorrect location?
A: The first line was stretched through the front door on the first floor and remained there to secure the first floor.
B: The third line was stretched to the parlor floor as per the Incident Commander
C: The second line was stretched via the interior stairs to the cellar.
D:✔The second line was stretched to the parlor floor, with the third line backing up the first line.
Explanation:
D. Second hoseline stretched through the front door on the first floor to back up the first hoseline. If the first line was used to secure first floor, second line will be stretched to cellar via interior cellar stair to extinguish the fire.
Brownstones 3.1
Engine 199 responds to an EMS run where they discover a child suffering from non life-threatening injuries as a result of suspected child abuse. The parents refuse to allow the company to provide medical care to the minor. Which of the following actions taken next is CORRECT?
A: The officer had the ECC notify the dispatcher to have the fire marshals respond because they suspected child abuse.
B: The officer had the members treat the minor despite the parents’ objections.
C: A phone was available, so the officer contacted FDNY/EMS telemetry directly and implemented their recommendations (if any) while awaiting EMS arrival.
D: Patient care was not provided, but because child abuse was suspected, the officer had a PCR completed for EMS upon their arrival.
Engine 199 responds to an EMS run where they discover a child suffering from non life-threatening injuries as a result of suspected child abuse. The parents refuse to allow the company to provide medical care to the minor. Which of the following actions taken next is CORRECT?
A: The officer had the ECC notify the dispatcher to have the fire marshals respond because they suspected child abuse.
B: The officer had the members treat the minor despite the parents’ objections.
C:✔A phone was available, so the officer contacted FDNY/EMS telemetry directly and implemented their recommendations (if any) while awaiting EMS arrival.
D: Patient care was not provided, but because child abuse was suspected, the officer had a PCR completed for EMS upon their arrival.
Explanation:
CFRD – CHAPTER 2 SECTION 6
C – 6.1C
A – As required under New York State Social Services’ Law, if there is a reasonable cause to suspect that a child has suffered, or will suffer, abuse of maltreatment as a result of the acts or omissions of a child’s parent or guardian, members are mandated to file a report. To facilitate this report, immediately request the response of the Police Department, an FDNY EMS supervisor, and an ambulance through the dispatcher. The ambulance crew will be responsible for filing the mandated report.. 6.1.1D
B – Care must be provided for life threatening injury or illness.
D – A PCR is not required when a CFRD unit is on scene at any assignment unless patient care is provided. Section 4 (4.13.1 note)
On the apparatus MDT, all of the following are “single action keys” except?
A: 10-4
B: 10-14
C: 10-84
D: 10-8
On the apparatus MDT, all of the following are “single action keys” except?
A: 10-4
B: 10-14
C: 10-84
D:✔10-8
Explanation:
10-8 is a double action key
10-20 is a single action key
Comm 2 p31
When operating at a school in which non-ambulatory students are attending without grade access, the most correct procedure for the first arriving officer can be found in which choice?
A: Look for the removal windows designated for removal, which are painted yellow on the sills, inside and outside, with a sign attached outside, top window pane. This sign shall read “F.D. ACCESS” (Red lettering on a white background)
B: Immediately contact the designated “person in charge” for each floor where non-ambulatory students are being held for action and/or relay to the officer in command upon their arrival
C: Ensure that the exterior evacuation path of ambulatory students avoids the area in the vicinity adjacent to holding areas in which a TL is expected to be positioned
D: If conducting an interior removal, look for the sign on a door of the Holding Area(s) for the non-ambulatory students which reads “Holding Area(s)” (yellow lettering on a white background)
When operating at a school in which non-ambulatory students are attending without grade access, the most correct procedure for the first arriving officer can be found in which choice?
A: Look for the removal windows designated for removal, which are painted yellow on the sills, inside and outside, with a sign attached outside, top window pane. This sign shall read “F.D. ACCESS” (Red lettering on a white background)
B: Immediately contact the designated “person in charge” for each floor where non-ambulatory students are being held for action and/or relay to the officer in command upon their arrival
C:✔Ensure that the exterior evacuation path of ambulatory students avoids the area in the vicinity adjacent to holding areas in which a TL is expected to be positioned
D: If conducting an interior removal, look for the sign on a door of the Holding Area(s) for the non-ambulatory students which reads “Holding Area(s)” (yellow lettering on a white background)
Explanation:
AUC 277 new as of 6/27/2019
A- Sills are painted Red….4.5
B- NOT EACH FLOOR….Contact the principle or person in charge regarding the status and/or location of ALL non-ambulatory students for action and/or relay to the officer in command upon their arrival….6.1
C- 6.2
D- Red lettering on a white background…..4.7
When units operating on elevated highway, road or rail bridge, along with any other location observe a visible roadway separation deemed hazardous to members, the roadway/bridge name, location of separation with approximate size and direction of travel, along with a highway mileage marker designation where applicable, shall be the subject of an immediate letterhead report to ___.
A: the Department of Transportation
B: the BISP Unit
C: the Chief of Operations
D: the Chief of Department
When units operating on elevated highway, road or rail bridge, along with any other location observe a visible roadway separation deemed hazardous to members, the roadway/bridge name, location of separation with approximate size and direction of travel, along with a highway mileage marker designation where applicable, shall be the subject of an immediate letterhead report to ___.
A: the Department of Transportation
B: the BISP Unit
C:✔the Chief of Operations
D: the Chief of Department
Explanation:
NEW UPDATE AS OF 10/9/2019
THE REPORT SHALL BE ENDORSED AT THE BATTALION, DIVISION, AND BOROUGH LEVELS WITH COMPREHENSIVE COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS.
Regulations Ch 11: 11.5.2
For a taxpayer (Group M-Mercantile) constructed under the 2008 Building Code, when does an occupancy require a sprinkler, even if the full building does not?
A: The area exceeds 12,000 square feet.
B: The combined area on all floors, including mezzanines, exceeds 24,000 square feet.
C: Area of any size is located 3 stories above grade.
D: Storage of merchandise is in high-piled racks or rack storage arrays.
For a taxpayer (Group M-Mercantile) constructed under the 2008 Building Code, when does an occupancy require a sprinkler, even if the full building does not?
A: The area exceeds 12,000 square feet.
B: The combined area on all floors, including mezzanines, exceeds 24,000 square feet.
C:✔Area of any size is located 3 stories above grade.
D: Storage of merchandise is in high-piled racks or rack storage arrays.
Explanation:
C) In this case only the “occupancy” requires sprinkler protection; not the full building.
Taxpayer 2.5.1
FDNY core competencies include all of the following except?
A: Pre-hospital emergency medical care
B: Area evacuation
C: CBRN/Haz-Mat Life Safety Operations and mass decontamination
D: Arson investigation (cause and origin)
FDNY core competencies include all of the following except?
A: Pre-hospital emergency medical care
B:✔Area evacuation
C: CBRN/Haz-Mat Life Safety Operations and mass decontamination
D: Arson investigation (cause and origin)
Explanation: Structural evacuation Fire Suppression Pre-hospital emergency medical care CBRN/Haz-Mat Life Safety Operations and mass decontamination Arson investigation (cause and origin) Search and Rescue AUC 276 sec 2
When working on a portable ladder, a member may perform the leg lock maneuver to ensure his/her safety. This maneuver is described below. Which description is incorrect?
A: The leg performing the locking maneuver is opposite the working side.
B: To perform the leg lock, the locking leg is placed over and under the rung that is one rung above the one on which the member is standing.
C: The instep of the locking leg is placed on the beam of the ladder opposite the member’s working side.
D: The arch of the foot on the rung is placed against the beam on the working side.
When working on a portable ladder, a member may perform the leg lock maneuver to ensure his/her safety. This maneuver is described below. Which description is incorrect?
A: The leg performing the locking maneuver is opposite the working side.
B:✔To perform the leg lock, the locking leg is placed over and under the rung that is one rung above the one on which the member is standing.
C: The instep of the locking leg is placed on the beam of the ladder opposite the member’s working side.
D: The arch of the foot on the rung is placed against the beam on the working side.
Explanation:
B. …over and under the rung that is TWO RUNGS above…
Portable Ladders 8.2.1
The members of Engine 199 were discussing Air Pressurized Standpipe Systems as construction continues all over the city. Which statement below is CORRECT regarding these systems?
A: Air Pressurized Systems are required in buildings under construction reaching a height greater than 75’ or buildings undergoing demolition with an existing standpipe.
B: When the pressure in the system drops below a predetermined pressure or rises above 25psi, an audible alarm will sound, and a signal is sent to the alarm company.
C: When an alarm sounds, all work at the site must immediately cease until the cause for alarm is corrected.
D: Any portion of the standpipe compromised below a closed section valve will not cause activation of the alarm.
The members of Engine 199 were discussing Air Pressurized Standpipe Systems as construction continues all over the city. Which statement below is CORRECT regarding these systems?
A:✔Air Pressurized Systems are required in buildings under construction reaching a height greater than 75’ or buildings undergoing demolition with an existing standpipe.
B: When the pressure in the system drops below a predetermined pressure or rises above 25psi, an audible alarm will sound, and a signal is sent to the alarm company.
C: When an alarm sounds, all work at the site must immediately cease until the cause for alarm is corrected.
D: Any portion of the standpipe compromised below a closed section valve will not cause activation of the alarm.
Explanation:
ENGINE OPERATIONS CHAPTER 9 ADDENDUM 2
A - Correct 1.1
B - Incorrect – At the site only 1.2
C - Incorrect – Concrete pouring in progress will be permitted until an orderly termination of such operation can take place 1.3
D - Incorrect – Above a closed section valve. 1.3 note
In which choice below should a 10-80 Code 1 be transmitted?
A: Release is of a small or medium quantity.
B: The material and its hazards have been identified.
C: Firefighters’ PPE provides adequate protection against the identified hazards.
D: Special equipment and specialized training are not needed.
In which choice below should a 10-80 Code 1 be transmitted?
A:✔Release is of a small or medium quantity.
B: The material and its hazards have been identified.
C: Firefighters’ PPE provides adequate protection against the identified hazards.
D: Special equipment and specialized training are not needed.
Explanation:
Guidelines for transmitting Signal 10-80 No Code include:
Acronym: SIPS
Small quantity release (e.g., gas leak in a stove).
Identified material and hazards.
PPE provides adequate protection against the identified hazards.
Special equipment and specialized training are not needed.
Comm 8 10-80
The incorrect description of the FAST Pak can be found in which choice?
A: Contains a 5 ft. high pressure hose with a Universal Air Coupling (UAC)
B: Contains a 20 ft. low pressure hose attached to a manifold with a Schrader fitting and Hansen fitting
C: Contains a Non-CBRN regulator and face piece
D: Contains a vibra-alert or heads up display indicator
The incorrect description of the FAST Pak can be found in which choice?
A: Contains a 5 ft. high pressure hose with a Universal Air Coupling (UAC)
B: Contains a 20 ft. low pressure hose attached to a manifold with a Schrader fitting and Hansen fitting
C: Contains a Non-CBRN regulator and face piece
D:✔Contains a vibra-alert or heads up display indicator
Explanation:
FAST Pak is not equipped with a with a vibra-alert or heads up display indicator. The only way to monitor the air pressure in the FAST Pak is the cylinder gauge
Training Bulletins add 1 sec 2 and 4.1
A search is an orderly and systematic examination of a building or area for the purpose of locating persons, or locating fire and extension of fire. It consists of a primary and secondary search. Which statement below is incorrect?
A: The primary search is an immediate search for life. This primary search is rapid but thorough and systematic.
B: The primary search must also include the entire perimeter of the building and all shafts, basements/cellars, etc.
C: If primary or secondary search is delayed or not completed for any reason, the incident commander must be notified.
D: When searching or examining a number of apartments it may be quicker to enter from the related fire escape then to force numerous doors.
A search is an orderly and systematic examination of a building or area for the purpose of locating persons, or locating fire and extension of fire. It consists of a primary and secondary search. Which statement below is incorrect?
A: The primary search is an immediate search for life. This primary search is rapid but thorough and systematic.
B:✔The primary search must also include the entire perimeter of the building and all shafts, basements/cellars, etc.
C: If primary or secondary search is delayed or not completed for any reason, the incident commander must be notified.
D: When searching or examining a number of apartments it may be quicker to enter from the related fire escape then to force numerous doors.
Explanation:
B. THE SECONDARY SEARCH must also include the entire perimeter of the building and all shafts, basements/cellars, etc.
Ladders 3: 5.5.1; 5.5.2; 5.5.4
In your first hour out of FLSTP, one of your firefighters walks into the officer to tell you about a criminal level hazing event that just occurred in quarters. Which of the following actions is MOST CORRECT for the new Lt to take?
A: Any reported hazing/bullying incident that would also be a crime will be reported directly to NYPD for investigation.
B: Alleged violations of this policy will be handled confidentially, however members cannot submit a hazing/bullying report anonymously to BITS or EEO.
C: Hazing or bullying that may also implicate or violate the department’s EEO policy is covered by reporting under the Anti Hazing/Anti Bullying policy.
D: Any incidents or allegations of hazing or bullying shall be reported by supervisory personnel in writing up the chain of command to the Chief of Department.
In your first hour out of FLSTP, one of your firefighters walks into the officer to tell you about a criminal level hazing event that just occurred in quarters. Which of the following actions is MOST CORRECT for the new Lt to take?
A: Any reported hazing/bullying incident that would also be a crime will be reported directly to NYPD for investigation.
B: Alleged violations of this policy will be handled confidentially, however members cannot submit a hazing/bullying report anonymously to BITS or EEO.
C: Hazing or bullying that may also implicate or violate the department’s EEO policy is covered by reporting under the Anti Hazing/Anti Bullying policy.
D:✔Any incidents or allegations of hazing or bullying shall be reported by supervisory personnel in writing up the chain of command to the Chief of Department.
Explanation:
PA/ID 1/2013
A – DOI for investigation.
B – Can submit anonymously. Members are encouraged to provide one’s name and contact information. 4.2
C – Hazing/Bullying that violates EEO Policy shall be reported directly to EEO office in accordance with the EEO Policy. 4.6
D – 4.4.
Which property of methanol, which may be used to fuel vehicles that may enter NYC, is listed incorrectly?
A: Methanol is a highly volatile flammable liquid which is soluble in water.
B: Methanol vapors are slightly lighter than air and will readily dissipate with the assistance of a fog stream.
C: Methanol has a flash point of 54 F.
D: Methanol burns cleanly (little smoke) and its pale blue flame may be difficult to see in bright sunlight.
Which property of methanol, which may be used to fuel vehicles that may enter NYC, is listed incorrectly?
A: Methanol is a highly volatile flammable liquid which is soluble in water.
B:✔Methanol vapors are slightly lighter than air and will readily dissipate with the assistance of a fog stream.
C: Methanol has a flash point of 54 F.
D: Methanol burns cleanly (little smoke) and its pale blue flame may be difficult to see in bright sunlight.
Explanation:
Methanol vapors are slightly heavier than air and will flow along the ground collecting in low areas.
HM 1 4.2
The only correct statement you made when drilling on Salvage Operations can be found in which choice?
A: Every Ladder and Engine is a Salvage Unit
B: A FF of the Salvage Unit is responsible for completing a single copy of the SAL-2 form
C: After the fire is placed Probably Will Hold, salvage operations are carried out in the fire area
D: Elevator shafts shall not be used for removal of water
The only correct statement you made when drilling on Salvage Operations can be found in which choice?
A: Every Ladder and Engine is a Salvage Unit
B: A FF of the Salvage Unit is responsible for completing a single copy of the SAL-2 form
C: After the fire is placed Probably Will Hold, salvage operations are carried out in the fire area
D:✔Elevator shafts shall not be used for removal of water
Explanation: Training Bulletins Salvage 1 A- Every ladder company is a Salvage Unit....10.1 B- Ladder Company Officer...12.2 C- Under Control....2.1 D- 7.5
Members of your unit are conducting MUD at a two family private dwelling. They are discussing operational variations as compared to single family private dwellings. Which comment below is correct regarding ladder company operations at two family private dwellings?
A: Access to the second floor is via an unenclosed stairway.
B: At two family PD’s, there will not be the initial rapid buildup of smoke on the second floor.
C: For a 1st floor fire, if there’s no visible life hazard discovered by the first arriving ladder’s Roof/OV team, they shall VEIS the second floor windows and assist in searches.
D: There are some private dwellings designed with a separate small apartment located at the ground floor or below grade level. These apartments will always have a secondary means of egress.
Members of your unit are conducting MUD at a two family private dwelling. They are discussing operational variations as compared to single family private dwellings. Which comment below is correct regarding ladder company operations at two family private dwellings?
A: Access to the second floor is via an unenclosed stairway.
B:✔At two family PD’s, there will not be the initial rapid buildup of smoke on the second floor.
C: For a 1st floor fire, if there’s no visible life hazard discovered by the first arriving ladder’s Roof/OV team, they shall VEIS the second floor windows and assist in searches.
D: There are some private dwellings designed with a separate small apartment located at the ground floor or below grade level. These apartments will always have a secondary means of egress.
Explanation:
A. Access to the second floor is via an ENCLOSED stairway.
C. …VEIS the FIRST FLOOR windows…
D. These apartments may have a separate and distinct entrance AS THE ONLY MEANS OF EGRESS.
Private Dwellings Ch 4: 9.1; 9.2; 9.3
CFRD assignments/designations shall be handed out at roll call. If the nozzle firefighter is the Airway, the Officer the Boss, the back-up the Checker, & the Control firefighter operates the Defibrillator, which member is responsible for completing the PCR?
A: Officer
B: Nozzle
C: Back-up
D: Control
CFRD assignments/designations shall be handed out at roll call. If the nozzle firefighter is the Airway, the Officer the Boss, the back-up the Checker, & the Control firefighter operates the Defibrillator, which member is responsible for completing the PCR?
A: Officer
B: Nozzle
C: Back-up
D:✔Control
Explanation:
CFRD CHAPTER 2
D is Correct – The Defib/Documentor is responsible for completing the PCR 2.1.4D
At lithium ion energy storage system incidents where members must establish an initial Danger Zone (to reduce explosion exposure risks), members should observe?
A: A minimum of 50 ft from container/cabinet exhaust fan opening (usually located on the container’s/cabinet’s side opposite FDC). Cabinets may not have exhaust systems.
B: A minimum of 50 ft from container/cabinet exhaust fan opening (usually located on the container’s/cabinet’s side opposite FDC). Containers may not have exhaust systems.
C: A minimum of 100 ft from container/cabinet exhaust fan opening (usually located on the container’s/cabinet’s side opposite FDC). Cabinets may not have exhaust systems.
D: A minimum of 100 ft from container/cabinet exhaust fan opening (usually located on the container’s/cabinet’s side opposite FDC). Containers may not have exhaust systems.
At lithium ion energy storage system incidents where members must establish an initial Danger Zone (to reduce explosion exposure risks), members should observe?
A: A minimum of 50 ft from container/cabinet exhaust fan opening (usually located on the container’s/cabinet’s side opposite FDC). Cabinets may not have exhaust systems.
B: A minimum of 50 ft from container/cabinet exhaust fan opening (usually located on the container’s/cabinet’s side opposite FDC). Containers may not have exhaust systems.
C:✔A minimum of 100 ft from container/cabinet exhaust fan opening (usually located on the container’s/cabinet’s side opposite FDC). Cabinets may not have exhaust systems.
D: A minimum of 100 ft from container/cabinet exhaust fan opening (usually located on the container’s/cabinet’s side opposite FDC). Containers may not have exhaust systems.
Explanation:
Members should observe:
Minimum of 50 ft radius from container(s)/cabinet(s).
Minimum of 100 ft from container/cabinet exhaust fan opening (usually located on the container’s/cabinet’s side opposite FDC). Cabinets may not have exhaust systems.
HM 19 p4
With all units in position for a fire in a Brownstone, choose the unit/position that carried out their duties incorrectly.
A: For a top floor fire, the 1st arriving LCC raised and position aerial to roof of exposure for use by Roof and OV FFs
B: For a fire on the 3rd floor of a 4 sty Brownstone with an occupant in need of rescue in the rear, the 1st arriving OV decided to stay in the rear reassuring the victim help is on the way because there was no fire escape, and it was impracticable to get a portable ladder to the rear
C: For a fire on the 3rd floor of a 4 sty Brownstone and no rear rescue needed, and unable to to team up with another member to enter for search, the 1st arriving OV FF shall return to the front of the building to team up with the chauffeur for top floor VEIS
D: When the 1st Ladder is a TL, the 2nd arriving OV FF will team up with the 1st arriving OV FF and operate in the basket of the 1st arriving TL
With all units in position for a fire in a Brownstone, choose the unit/position that carried out their duties incorrectly.
A: For a top floor fire, the 1st arriving LCC raised and position aerial to roof of exposure for use by Roof and OV FFs
B: For a fire on the 3rd floor of a 4 sty Brownstone with an occupant in need of rescue in the rear, the 1st arriving OV decided to stay in the rear reassuring the victim help is on the way because there was no fire escape, and it was impracticable to get a portable ladder to the rear
C: For a fire on the 3rd floor of a 4 sty Brownstone and no rear rescue needed, and unable to to team up with another member to enter for search, the 1st arriving OV FF shall return to the front of the building to team up with the chauffeur for top floor VEIS
D:✔When the 1st Ladder is a TL, the 2nd arriving OV FF will team up with the 1st arriving OV FF and operate in the basket of the 1st arriving TL
Explanation:
Brownstones
A- p-11
B- OR proceed to the roof and assist with LSR rescue. The decision is based on 1) the emotional state of the victim, 2) The fire/smoke condition in the immediate vicinity of the victim, 3) The location and severity of the fire… P-13
C- p-14
D- When 1st arriving ladder is a TL, the OV position in the rear will be covered by the 2nd to arrive OV…..p-18
Glass removal is an important part of operating at motor vehicle accidents. Which point below about glass removal is incorrect?
A: There are two predominate types of glass used for vehicle windows, tempered glass which is used for the windshield, and laminated safety glass which is found on the sides and rear of a vehicle.
B: Salvage plastic may be used to protect victims and/or rescuers from airborne glass debris.
C: The axe should be considered as a last resort for removing a windshield.
D: The center-punch or halligan can be used to break tempered glass.
Glass removal is an important part of operating at motor vehicle accidents. Which point below about glass removal is incorrect?
A:✔There are two predominate types of glass used for vehicle windows, tempered glass which is used for the windshield, and laminated safety glass which is found on the sides and rear of a vehicle.
B: Salvage plastic may be used to protect victims and/or rescuers from airborne glass debris.
C: The axe should be considered as a last resort for removing a windshield.
D: The center-punch or halligan can be used to break tempered glass.
Explanation:
A. There are two predominate types of glass used for vehicle windows; LAMINATED SAFETY GLASS which is used for the windshields, and TEMPERED GLASS which is found on the sides and rear of a vehicle.
CROSS REF: TOOLS 39 BELUGA AUTO GLASS KNIFE
SECTION 2.3: ALL 2018 AND NEWER AUTOMOBILES AND TRUCKS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE LAMINATED SAFETY GLASS INSTALLED THROUGHOUT THE VEHICLE, NOT JUST THE WINDSHIELD.
Disentanglement and Extrication Section 11
The Engine and Truck Lt’s were discussing the parameters of standpipe systems in High Rise buildings. Which statement below regarding these systems is CORRECT?
A: A High Rise building constructed in 2008 which is 600’ in height will require a standpipe system which has low and high zones.
B: A High Rise building constructed in 2008 which is 800’ in height will require a standpipe system which has low and high zones.
C: A High Rise building constructed in 2008 whose standpipe is 500’ in height will require low and high zones.
D: High Rise building constructed in 2008 whose standpipe is 700’ in height will require low and high zones.
The Engine and Truck Lt’s were discussing the parameters of standpipe systems in High Rise buildings. Which statement below regarding these systems is CORRECT?
A: A High Rise building constructed in 2008 which is 600’ in height will require a standpipe system which has low and high zones.
B: A High Rise building constructed in 2008 which is 800’ in height will require a standpipe system which has low and high zones.
C: A High Rise building constructed in 2008 whose standpipe is 500’ in height will require low and high zones.
D:✔High Rise building constructed in 2008 whose standpipe is 700’ in height will require low and high zones.
Explanation:
D is Correct – Buildings constructed under the 2008 building code having a STANDPIPE RISER OVER 600 feet in height shall have separate “Low Zone” and “High Zone” siamese connections. 9.3.13
A building’s height does not determine the height of the standpipe riser (Spire/peak/open space)
Unless otherwise directed, Ladder Companies reporting to the Forward Staging Area at a fire in a high rise office building shall bring with them all of the following equipment, except?
A: A SCBA for each member.
B: One set of forcible entry tools and a six-foot hook.
C: Search and utility ropes.
D: A spare SCBA cylinder for each member.
Unless otherwise directed, Ladder Companies reporting to the Forward Staging Area at a fire in a high rise office building shall bring with them all of the following equipment, except?
A: A SCBA for each member.
B:✔One set of forcible entry tools and a six-foot hook.
C: Search and utility ropes.
D: A spare SCBA cylinder for each member.
Explanation:
TWO sets of forcible entry tools and six-foot hooks.
HROB 6.3.6 F
The five conditions that must be present for a wind impacted fire to occur can be correctly stated in all of the following except?
A: Failed or opened window anywhere in the fire apartment
B: Wind
C: Fire in the apartment
D: Fire apartment door leading to the public hall left open or not fully closed
E: An area of low pressure such as an opened stairwell door, or an opened apartment door on the opposite side of the public hallway from the fire apartment.
The five conditions that must be present for a wind impacted fire to occur can be correctly stated in all of the following except?
A:✔Failed or opened window anywhere in the fire apartment
B: Wind
C: Fire in the apartment
D: Fire apartment door leading to the public hall left open or not fully closed
E: An area of low pressure such as an opened stairwell door, or an opened apartment door on the opposite side of the public hallway from the fire apartment.
Explanation:
Failed or opened window IN THE FIRE ROOM
Multiple Dwellings sec 2.2
