Exam 13 Flashcards
Your Engine Company is operating at an intense fire in a brownstone when you realize members have stretched short. Which of the following choices is most correct?
A: You give a Mayday for a short stretch.
B: Although there are six lead lengths of 1 3/4” hose already stretched, you order one extra length of 1 3/4” hose to be added to the front.
C: When adding an extra length in the stretch behind the nozzle, the water supply to the hoseline will not need to be shut.
D: If conditions prevent a new length from being added to the front of the stretch, it should be added as close to the rear of the stretch as possible.
Your Engine Company is operating at an intense fire in a brownstone when you realize members have stretched short. Which of the following choices is most correct?
A: You give a Mayday for a short stretch.
B:✔Although there are six lead lengths of 1 3/4” hose already stretched, you order one extra length of 1 3/4” hose to be added to the front.
C: When adding an extra length in the stretch behind the nozzle, the water supply to the hoseline will not need to be shut.
D: If conditions prevent a new length from being added to the front of the stretch, it should be added as close to the rear of the stretch as possible.
Explanation:
If six lengths of 1 ¾” hose have already been stretched, it is permissible to add one extra length of 1 ¾” hose to the stretch in the emergency situation of a short stretch.
A) While such a situation may not require an URGENT transmission, it should be treated as an emergency and all available resources should be used to facilitate the advance of the hoseline to the fire area.
C) When adding an extra length in the stretch behind the nozzle, the water supply to the hoseline WILL NEED to be shut.
D) If conditions prevent the new length from being added to the front of the stretch, it should be added as close to the FRONT of the stretch as possible.
Eng 10 4.1, 4.3.5, 4.3.8, 4.3.9
Ladder 177 had an interesting tour with several out of the ordinary responses. During which response was the CORRECT radio signal given?
A: Following a response where the members removed a worker stuck on top of an elevator car, signal 10-29-1 was transmitted.
B: Following a response where the members used a rescue swimmer to remove a victim from the water, signal 10-31 was transmitted.
C: Following a response where the members operated at a man under in the subway, signal 10-28-3 was transmitted.
D: Following a response where the members operated at an off level occupied swinging scaffold, signal 10-43 was transmitted.
Ladder 177 had an interesting tour with several out of the ordinary responses. During which response was the CORRECT radio signal given?
A: Following a response where the members removed a worker stuck on top of an elevator car, signal 10-29-1 was transmitted.
B: Following a response where the members used a rescue swimmer to remove a victim from the water, signal 10-31 was transmitted.
C: Following a response where the members operated at a man under in the subway, signal 10-28-3 was transmitted.
D:✔Following a response where the members operated at an off level occupied swinging scaffold, signal 10-43 was transmitted.
Explanation:
COMMUNICATIONS MANUAL – CHAPTER 8 – RADIO COMMUNICATIONS
D IS CORRECT – NEW MATERIAL – 10-43 CODE – Any non-fire related rescue; any person(s) rescued/removed from a dangerous situation.
A – 10-29-1 is for an occupied elevator
B – 10-31 is not used for any operation involving a rescue or mitigation effort.
C – 10-28-3 is for non-medical emergency.
IN ALL OF THESE EXAMPLES, SIGNAL 10-43 SHOULD BE THE SIGNAL TRANSMITTED.
Note regarding the 10-46 CODE 2– It is transmitted for Marine personnel removing persons from the water.
When encountering an emotionally disturbed person (EDP), which procedure is incorrectly stated?
A: Under no circumstances should FDNY members attempt to forcibly restrain an EDP
B: Transmit a 10-47 and state “Possible EDP”
C: Where EDPs are threatening to jump from a window ledge, bridge, etc., the primary concern shall be for the safety of persons using sidewalks, and roadways below
D: If there are no indications of fire, or other imminent danger, members will not attempt to force entry into an apartment. Instead members will wait for the arrival of NYPD and force entry only at the request of the NYPD
When encountering an emotionally disturbed person (EDP), which procedure is incorrectly stated?
A:✔Under no circumstances should FDNY members attempt to forcibly restrain an EDP
B: Transmit a 10-47 and state “Possible EDP”
C: Where EDPs are threatening to jump from a window ledge, bridge, etc., the primary concern shall be for the safety of persons using sidewalks, and roadways below
D: If there are no indications of fire, or other imminent danger, members will not attempt to force entry into an apartment. Instead members will wait for the arrival of NYPD and force entry only at the request of the NYPD
Explanation:
No attempts to forcibly restrain an EDP unless there is direct threat of physical harm to members of the department
AUC 271
During Low-pressure operations, one member of the Fast team must monitor the air supply and ensure the facepiece is providing air to the downed member. Which choice displays the correct ways this can be accomplished?
A: Checking the cylinder gauge and/or remote gauge only.
B: Checking the cylinder gauge and/or listening for the low-air whistle only.
C: Checking the remote gauge and/or listening for the low-air whistle only.
D: Checking the cylinder gauge and/or remote gauge and/or listening for the low-air whistle.
During Low-pressure operations, one member of the Fast team must monitor the air supply and ensure the facepiece is providing air to the downed member. Which choice displays the correct ways this can be accomplished?
A: Checking the cylinder gauge and/or remote gauge only.
B: Checking the cylinder gauge and/or listening for the low-air whistle only.
C: Checking the remote gauge and/or listening for the low-air whistle only.
D:✔Checking the cylinder gauge and/or remote gauge and/or listening for the low-air whistle.
Explanation:
THE LOW AIR WHISTLE ACTIVATES AT 1/4 REMAINING IN THE CYLINDER
TB SCBA Addendum 1 8.3
If a hoseline is short stretched from a standpipe with a lead length of 2” hose, certain actions should be taken to add a length to the front. Of the following choices, which is correct?
A: The 1” MST is left in place to allow the connection of an additional length.
B: A reducer will be needed to make the connection to the front of the stretch.
C: It is not permissible to add a 2nd length of 2” hose (with 1” tip) to remedy a short stretch.
D: It is permissible to add a length of 2 ½” hose (with 1 1/8” tip) to a lead length of 2” hose.
If a hoseline is short stretched from a standpipe with a lead length of 2” hose, certain actions should be taken to add a length to the front. Of the following choices, which is correct?
A: The 1” MST is left in place to allow the connection of an additional length.
B: A reducer will be needed to make the connection to the front of the stretch.
C: It is not permissible to add a 2nd length of 2” hose (with 1” tip) to remedy a short stretch.
D:✔It is permissible to add a length of 2 ½” hose (with 1 1/8” tip) to a lead length of 2” hose.
Explanation:
A) The 1” MST is REMOVED to allow the connection of an additional length.
B) The additional length can be either 2” hose or 2 ½” hose, so an INCREASER will be needed to make the connection.
C) It IS permissible to add a 2nd length of 2” hose (with 1” tip) to remedy a short stretch.
Eng Ch 10 4.3.10
In order to prevent slippage of the butt or movement of the top of a raised portable ladder, it is important that it be butted by a member. Of the following choices, which is not in accordance with Department directives?
A: In any case for fire, emergency or rescue work, a butt firefighter shall be used to stabilize the ladder and prevent slipping.
B: The butting member places their right foot in the center of the bottom rung of the ladder and maintains a downward pressure. Their left foot is positioned behind them at a comfortable distance to maintain balance and provide resistance against ladder movement.
C: Both hands of the butting member are placed against and grasp the ladder beams to aid in steadying the ladder.
D: If a member is working off one side of the ladder, the butt firefighter moves their foot from the center of the bottom rung of the ladder to the side opposite the one from which the firefighter is working, and places their foot next to the beam.
In order to prevent slippage of the butt or movement of the top of a raised portable ladder, it is important that it be butted by a member. Of the following choices, which is not in accordance with Department directives?
A: In any case for fire, emergency or rescue work, a butt firefighter shall be used to stabilize the ladder and prevent slipping.
B:✔The butting member places their right foot in the center of the bottom rung of the ladder and maintains a downward pressure. Their left foot is positioned behind them at a comfortable distance to maintain balance and provide resistance against ladder movement.
C: Both hands of the butting member are placed against and grasp the ladder beams to aid in steadying the ladder.
D: If a member is working off one side of the ladder, the butt firefighter moves their foot from the center of the bottom rung of the ladder to the side opposite the one from which the firefighter is working, and places their foot next to the beam.
Explanation:
B) The butting member places their LEFT foot in the center of the bottom rung of the ladder and maintains a downward pressure. Their RIGHT foot is positioned behind them at a comfortable distance to maintain balance and provide resistance against ladder movement.
D Note: This will prevent the bottom of the beam from shifting due to the relocated weight of the member working on the ladder.
Lad 1 7.5.1
At a 2nd alarm structural fire, who is considered the Water Resource Officer if the delivery of water is a problem?
A: 2nd arriving Engine officer
B: 3rd arriving Engine officer
C: Squad officer
D: Satellite officer
At a 2nd alarm structural fire, who is considered the Water Resource Officer if the delivery of water is a problem?
A: 2nd arriving Engine officer
B: 3rd arriving Engine officer
C: Squad officer
D:✔Satellite officer
Explanation:
Prior to a 2nd alarm the Water Resource Officer is the 2nd arriving engine officer….Engine Operations ch 4 sec 11.2
*The 2nd eng off is the water resource officer until the satellite arrives
At a 2nd alarm (that’s when a Satellite Unit is assigned to structural fires) the Water Resource Officer is the Satellite Unit Officer (1st arriving Satellite Unit)….AUC 274 sec 1.2.4 and Comm ch 7 p-23
On the Nolan rail cart, what is painted on the surface corner that denotes the location of the wheel lock?
A: Red square
B: Red circle
C: Blue square
D: Blue circle
On the Nolan rail cart, what is painted on the surface corner that denotes the location of the wheel lock?
A:✔Red square
B: Red circle
C: Blue square
D: Blue circle
Explanation:
KNOW YOUR COLORS
TB TOOLS 40 3.6
The probationary firefighter of Ladder 200 had to drill more on aerial ladder operations after making which error when discussing climbing the aerial ladder with tools?
A: Hand rails are generally used when climbing the ladder with a tool.
B: At steep angles, greater safety is achieved by using the rungs when climbing the ladder with a tool.
C: The 6’ hook need not be carried on the ladder. The hook is extended arm’s length overhead and hooked on a rung.
D: When on a rung, the hook is not touched again until the member has climbed to a position where the top of the hook is about waist level.
The probationary firefighter of Ladder 200 had to drill more on aerial ladder operations after making which error when discussing climbing the aerial ladder with tools?
A: Hand rails are generally used when climbing the ladder with a tool.
B: At steep angles, greater safety is achieved by using the rungs when climbing the ladder with a tool.
C: The 6’ hook need not be carried on the ladder. The hook is extended arm’s length overhead and hooked on a rung.
D:✔When on a rung, the hook is not touched again until the member has climbed to a position where the top of the hook is about waist level.
Explanation:
D) The hook is not touched until the member has climbed to a position where the top of the hook is about KNEE level.
Lad 2 7.15
The members of Ladder 177’s elite study group were reviewing CIDS information and following statements were made. Which one is INCORRECT?
A: A structure where a pharmacy is converted to a restaurant without additional changes to the height and depth of the building is classified as a Rehabilitated building.
B: A structure where an additional floor in the form of a penthouse is added with no additional changes to the depth of the building is classified as a Major Alteration.
C: A structure where a setback is added to extend a first-floor restaurant with no additional changes to the building is classified as a Major Alteration.
D: A structure where extensive repairs were made to multiple floors without additional changes to the height or depth of the building is classified as a Rehabilitated building.
The members of Ladder 177’s elite study group were reviewing CIDS information and following statements were made. Which one is INCORRECT?
A:✔A structure where a pharmacy is converted to a restaurant without additional changes to the height and depth of the building is classified as a Rehabilitated building.
B: A structure where an additional floor in the form of a penthouse is added with no additional changes to the depth of the building is classified as a Major Alteration.
C: A structure where a setback is added to extend a first-floor restaurant with no additional changes to the building is classified as a Major Alteration.
D: A structure where extensive repairs were made to multiple floors without additional changes to the height or depth of the building is classified as a Rehabilitated building.
Explanation:
COMMUNICATIONS MANUAL – CHAPTER 4 – CIDS INFORMATION
A IS INCORRECT – Major Alteration (MJALT) should be utilized for existing structures which have extensive alterations that involve horizontal extensions, vertical extensions, or extensive changes to the structure changes its occupancy or purpose. Choice has a pharmacy converted to a restaurant. 4.3.1A (NEW MATERIAL)
B – Vertical Extension = Major Alt
C – Horizontal Extension = Major Alt
D – extensive repairs that do not involve any horizontal extension, vertical extension, or extensive changes to the structure changing its occupancy or purpose = Rehab 4.3.1B
Holding area requirements for non-ambulatory students in public schools can be incorrectly described in which choice?
A: The holding area shall face on a street accessible to FDNY apparatus
B: The windows providing access should be free of any obstructions such as trees and wires
C: The windows providing access to the holding area should be openable using a 1620 key
D: Window sills on windows providing access to the holding area shall be painted red, inside and outside, with a sign attached outside on top window pane. This sign shall read “F.D. ACCESS” (Red lettering on a white background)
Holding area requirements for non-ambulatory students in public schools can be incorrectly described in which choice?
A: The holding area shall face on a street accessible to FDNY apparatus
B: The windows providing access should be free of any obstructions such as trees and wires
C:✔The windows providing access to the holding area should be openable using a 1620 key
D: Window sills on windows providing access to the holding area shall be painted red, inside and outside, with a sign attached outside on top window pane. This sign shall read “F.D. ACCESS” (Red lettering on a white background)
Explanation:
The windows providing access to the holding area should be openable WITHOUT THE USE OF A KEY
AUC 277 sec 4
When taking gas readings at a unvented subsurface structure, what is the minimum LEL reading that is indicative of a major gas emergency?
A: 5% LEL
B: 10% LEL
C: 15% LEL
D: 20% LEL
When taking gas readings at a unvented subsurface structure, what is the minimum LEL reading that is indicative of a major gas emergency?
A: 5% LEL
B: 10% LEL
C: 15% LEL
D:✔20% LEL
Explanation:
10% LEL IS CORRECT FOR AN OUTSIDE OR INSIDE LEAK OTHER THAN AN UNVENTED SUBSURFACE STRUCTURE. FOR THOSE, ITS 20% LEL
Natural Gas 5.0
Initial vertical ventilation has traditionally been a routine procedure at fires in nonfireproof tenements. Advances in technology and science, however, have altered traditional standard operating procedures. Which of the following choices is incorrect?
A: The Roof Firefighter shall perform initial vertical ventilation unless ordered to delay or withhold this action by the Ladder Company Officer operating inside the fire area.
B: If the Ladder Officer does not want initial vertical ventilation performed; the Roof Firefighter will not perform vertical ventilation and make no attempt to open the bulkhead door, as this is considered vertical ventilation.
C: After forcing open the bulkhead door, if conditions are tenable, the Roof Firefighter should reach in and probe the immediate area of the bulkhead for potential victims.
D: If the bulkhead door cannot be closed and controlled for any reason (e.g. victim removal, damaged door), the Roof Firefighter should immediately notify the Ladder Officer.
Initial vertical ventilation has traditionally been a routine procedure at fires in nonfireproof tenements. Advances in technology and science, however, have altered traditional standard operating procedures. Which of the following choices is incorrect?
A: The Roof Firefighter shall perform initial vertical ventilation unless ordered to delay or withhold this action by the Ladder Company Officer operating inside the fire area.
B:✔If the Ladder Officer does not want initial vertical ventilation performed; the Roof Firefighter will not perform vertical ventilation and make no attempt to open the bulkhead door, as this is considered vertical ventilation.
C: After forcing open the bulkhead door, if conditions are tenable, the Roof Firefighter should reach in and probe the immediate area of the bulkhead for potential victims.
D: If the bulkhead door cannot be closed and controlled for any reason (e.g. victim removal, damaged door), the Roof Firefighter should immediately notify the Ladder Officer.
Explanation:
B) In an attempt to reach potential victims who may be trapped inside the bulkhead as soon as possible, the Roof Firefighter will force open the bulkhead door and, if conditions are tenable, reach in and probe the immediate area for potential victims; this is NOT considered vertical ventilation.
Note: If the Ladder Officer does want initial vertical ventilation performed, after probing the immediate area of the bulkhead for potential victims, continue to ventilate the bulkhead and take additional vertical ventilation tactics, as needed.
Note: If the Ladder Officer does NOT want initial vertical ventilation performed, after probing the immediate area of the bulkhead for potential victims, immediately close and control the door until the Ladder Officer orders vertical ventilation.
Lad 3 3.2.6
Your Ladder Company is the first arriving unit at a 5-story brownstone with fire on the 5th floor. The OV firefighter grabs her tools off of the apparatus and proceeds to her assignment. Of the following choices, which tool would be incorrect for the OV to take at this operation?
A: 6’ hook
B: Halligan tool
C: Flashlight
D: HT
Your Ladder Company is the first arriving unit at a 5-story brownstone with fire on the 5th floor. The OV firefighter grabs her tools off of the apparatus and proceeds to her assignment. Of the following choices, which tool would be incorrect for the OV to take at this operation?
A:✔6’ hook
B: Halligan tool
C: Flashlight
D: HT
Explanation:
A) For top floor fires, the SAW is taken IN PLACE OF the hook.
BS/RF 2.6 E
The procedures for detailing members from their assigned quarters to other quarters is specifically written in AUC 287. Choose the incorrect procedure.
A: Members can walk if the distance is 20 blocks or less from their assigned quarters. More than 20 blocks, members do not have the option to walk
B: A detail from within the borough does not arrive within one hour or a member returns from a detail under the same condition, the company shall notify the next level of command
C: A detail from another borough does not arrive within 90 minutes or a member returns from a detail under the same condition, the company shall notify the next level of command
D: When detailed, members can use free public transportation when displaying their badge
The procedures for detailing members from their assigned quarters to other quarters is specifically written in AUC 287. Choose the incorrect procedure.
A: Members can walk if the distance is 20 blocks or less from their assigned quarters. More than 20 blocks, members do not have the option to walk
B: A detail from within the borough does not arrive within one hour or a member returns from a detail under the same condition, the company shall notify the next level of command
C:✔A detail from another borough does not arrive within 90 minutes or a member returns from a detail under the same condition, the company shall notify the next level of command
D: When detailed, members can use free public transportation when displaying their badge
Explanation:
120 minutes (2 hours)
AUC 287 sec 6.2 and 6.3
There are four tools that can be used when removing a windshield. Which one is the last resort?
A: Windshield saw
B: Axe
C: Sawzall
D: Beluga auto glass knife
There are four tools that can be used when removing a windshield. Which one is the last resort?
A: Windshield saw
B:✔Axe
C: Sawzall
D: Beluga auto glass knife
Explanation:
*NOTE: BEFORE USING THE WINDSHILED SAW MAKE SURE THE HANDLE IS FACING THE RIGHT DIRECTION (THE TEETH FACING THE HANDLE OF THE TOOL).
Disentanglement & Extrication 11.3
