Exam 2 Flashcards
Question 1:
____ when used as the first digit, it indicates the FIRE BUILDING or FIRE AREA.
A: 0
B: 1
C: 1A
D: 3
A:✔0
B: 1
C: 1A
D: 3
Explanation:
A. Comm Ch 10 Add 2 sec 5.1
“0” - when used in any other position “0” refers to a subdivision of the building which is identified by the number following the “0” or the letters following the “0”.
Question 2:
Which of the following definitions, in relation to arson detection, is incorrect?
A: Plants: Material arranged to start and feed the initial fire.
B: Ignition device: Mechanical, chemical, or electrical means used to initiate a fire.
C: Trailers: Material left behind in the wake of fire path.
D: Protected area: The clean or unburned area left by stock, furniture or contents.
A: Plants: Material arranged to start and feed the initial fire.
B: Ignition device: Mechanical, chemical, or electrical means used to initiate a fire.
C:✔Trailers: Material left behind in the wake of fire path.
D: Protected area: The clean or unburned area left by stock, furniture or contents.
Explanation:
C.. Trailers: Material arranged to spread fire from its point of origin to other areas of an occupancy. TB Arson 1 1.2.4
Question 3:
Which correctly describes the following statement. A designation given to a fire, in which the Fire Marshal has determined through physical examination of the fire scene and interview with witnesses that the fire was intentionally set by someone.
A: Deliberate
B: Suspicious
C: Incendiary
D: Protected
A: Deliberate
B: Suspicious
C:✔Incendiary
D: Protected
Explanation:
Training Bulletins Arson sec 1.2.2
***Suspicious- A designation given by the IC in command of a fire operation and is one of the circumstances in which the Fire Marshal is called to the fire scene to investigate and determine the cause, origin and circumstances of the fire.
Question 4:
Your company returns to the scene of a fire from the previous night tour and the fire marshal is on scene. While looking through the fire area you notice an area with heavy smoke stains and on the intact glass you see large crazing. You would be most correct if you were to think?
A: This fire had a rapid and intense heat build up.
B: This fire had a slow heat build up and this area was remote from the point of origin.
C: This area was close to the fire’s point of origin.
D: Water was applied to heated glass causing the crazing.
A: This fire had a rapid and intense heat build up.
B:✔This fire had a slow heat build up and this area was remote from the point of origin.
C: This area was close to the fire’s point of origin.
D: Water was applied to heated glass causing the crazing.
Explanation:
B. TB Arson 6.7.2, 6.7.3
Large crazing= Slow and far
Small Crazing= Close and fast
Question 5:
The IC has declared a fire scene to be suspicious and since no Fire Marshals are available to respond he turns and looks to you, the officer of an extra engine company standing by the command post. He directs you to collect evidence that could be useful in arson detection. You were incorrect in which step?
A: Skim the surface of pooling water as most common flammable liquids will float on water.
B: Place the material from the water in a clean glass jar with a tight fitting lid since only a used metal can was available.
C: Since nothing else was available evidence was placed in new heavy gauge plastic bags used in pairs.
D: Evidence must remain in the hands of someone available to testify and it can never be left in the company office.
A: Skim the surface of pooling water as most common flammable liquids will float on water.
B: Place the material from the water in a clean glass jar with a tight fitting lid since only a used metal can was available.
C: Since nothing else was available evidence was placed in new heavy gauge plastic bags used in pairs.
D:✔Evidence must remain in the hands of someone available to testify and it can never be left in the company office.
Explanation:
D. Not unless it is locked or someone else signs and stays with it. (TB Arson 1 5.4)
Question 6:
According to the FDNY Arson Training Bulletin, which statement below is correct regarding lividity?
A: Usually starts three to four hours after death and is completed after six to eight hours and could indicate that the victim was moved after death and placed at the fire scene.
B: Usually starts one to two hours after death and is completed after three to four hours and could indicate that the victim was moved after death and placed at the fire scene
C: Usually starts one to two hours after death and is completed after three to four hours and could indicate that the victim suffered trauma prior to death.
D: Usually starts three to four hours after death and is completed after six to eight hours and could indicate the victim suffered trauma prior to death.
A: Usually starts three to four hours after death and is completed after six to eight hours and could indicate that the victim was moved after death and placed at the fire scene.
B:✔Usually starts one to two hours after death and is completed after three to four hours and could indicate that the victim was moved after death and placed at the fire scene
C: Usually starts one to two hours after death and is completed after three to four hours and could indicate that the victim suffered trauma prior to death.
D: Usually starts three to four hours after death and is completed after six to eight hours and could indicate the victim suffered trauma prior to death.
Explanation:
Training Bulletin Arson Sec 4.5
Usually starts one to two hours after death and is completed after three to four hours and could indicate that the victim was moved after death and placed at the fire scene.
Question 7:
According to the FDNY Arson Training Bulletin, a deceased victim with CO in his blood indicates that the victim was alive at the time of the fire. What color would the victim appear if he had CO in his blood?
A: Burnt orange
B: Pink or red
C: Gray
D: Pink to cherry red
A: Burnt orange
B: Pink or red
C: Gray
D:✔Pink to cherry red
Explanation:
Training Bulletin Arson Sec 4.4
Question 8:
Fire Marshal Wilson arrives at the scene of a shed fire in the rear yard of a private dwelling. The shed is unoccupied and stores yard equipment. The IC correctly transmitted
A: 10-41 code 1
B: 10-41 code 2
C: 10-41 code 3
D: 10-41 code 4
A: 10-41 code 1
B: 10-41 code 2
C: 10-41 code 3
D:✔10-41 code 4
Explanation:
Communications Ch 8 Page 12
Question 9:
Accelerants are a common tool of the arsonist. Which of the following is incorrect regarding accelerants in determining the point of origin of a fire?
A: Absence of a “V” Pattern of burning could mean an accelerant was used.
B: Rapid intense heat from accelerant may cause perpendicular burns on walls.
C: Burning and charring along the lower length of a wall or under a door could mean an accelerant was used.
D: Fire travel upward and outward would definitely indicate an accelerant was used.
A: Absence of a “V” Pattern of burning could mean an accelerant was used.
B: Rapid intense heat from accelerant may cause perpendicular burns on walls.
C: Burning and charring along the lower length of a wall or under a door could mean an accelerant was used.
D:✔Fire travel upward and outward would definitely indicate an accelerant was used.
Explanation:
Training Bulletin Arson Sec 6.5.3
Normal fire travel is upward and outward.
Question 10:
Theft of property in connection with illegal entry of quarters must be reported immediately to the Police Department. An Illegal Entry of Quarters Report (Form BP-153) must be forwarded by the Officer on Duty to the Chief of Operations. Additionally, if a false alarm is involved, expect FDNY officers to notify?
A: The IG
B: BITS
C: Fire Marshals
D: FDNY OSHA Coordinator
A: The IG
B: BITS
C:✔Fire Marshals
D: FDNY OSHA Coordinator
Explanation:
Regs 11.3.11 A
Question 11:
Which statement regarding Fire Marshal responsibilities is incorrect according to Department Regulations?
A: Members of the Bureau of Fire Investigation, New York City Fire Department, shall not be required to carry firearms while off duty.
B: Members traveling into other jurisdictions shall ascertain the prevailing law and policy relative to carry/or possession of firearms in respective duty status (on/off).
C: Firearms shall not be dry fired in Department buildings unless authorized.
D: Members shall not remove firearms from holsters while in Fire Department buildings under any circumstances.
A: Members of the Bureau of Fire Investigation, New York City Fire Department, shall not be required to carry firearms while off duty.
B: Members traveling into other jurisdictions shall ascertain the prevailing law and policy relative to carry/or possession of firearms in respective duty status (on/off).
C: Firearms shall not be dry fired in Department buildings unless authorized.
D:✔Members shall not remove firearms from holsters while in Fire Department buildings under any circumstances.
Explanation:
D) Members shall not remove firearms from holsters while in Fire Department buildings unless in the line of duty or at the express direction of supervisory personnel.
Regs 8.3.3-8.3.5
Question 12:
Examination and analysis of the fire scene is necessary to determine the cause and origin of the fire. Until this determination is made the entire fire scene should be considered evidence. Which choice below contains correct information regarding possible crime scene operations?
A: The use of gasoline powered equipment should be immediately prohibited.
B: The preservation of the fire scene should begin with the first due companies. Units should avoid unnecessary disturbance of the scene during operations, particularly while overhauling.
C: All DOA’s, unless EMS-related, should be treated as a potential crime victim.
D: The fire scene becomes a crime scene if the Incident Commander declares the fire to be incendiary (intentionally set).
A: The use of gasoline powered equipment should be immediately prohibited.
B:✔The preservation of the fire scene should begin with the first due companies. Units should avoid unnecessary disturbance of the scene during operations, particularly while overhauling.
C: All DOA’s, unless EMS-related, should be treated as a potential crime victim.
D: The fire scene becomes a crime scene if the Incident Commander declares the fire to be incendiary (intentionally set).
Explanation:
A) The use of gasoline powered equipment should be carefully monitored to guard against fuel spillage.
C) All DOA’s whether fire related or EMS generated should be treated as a potential crime victim.
D) The fire scene becomes a crime scene if Fire Marshals declare the fire to be incendiary (intentionally set).
AUC 317 2,3
Question 13:
All vacant buildings must be identified and marked with the designated symbol. Which choice below does not contain correct information regarding this marking?
A: Marking should be in lime yellow, reflective type paint.
B: The marking should be a SQUARE, approximately 18” x 18”.
C: Marking lines shall be 1” wide
D: Primary markings shall be made alongside the front entrance of the building at a height that is in line with the area directly over the front entrance.
A: Marking should be in lime yellow, reflective type paint.
B: The marking should be a SQUARE, approximately 18” x 18”.
C:✔Marking lines shall be 1” wide
D: Primary markings shall be made alongside the front entrance of the building at a height that is in line with the area directly over the front entrance.
Explanation:
C) LINES to be 2” wide
FFP Vacants 3.1
Question 14:
When encountering diesel fires, high heat will be present for a longer duration than similar fires involving gasoline. How does gasoline ignite?
A: ignites slowly but is consumed more quickly
B: ignites rapidly and is consumed more quickly
C: ignites slowly but is consumed immediately
D: ignites rapidly and is consumed immediately
A: ignites slowly but is consumed more quickly
B:✔ignites rapidly and is consumed more quickly
C: ignites slowly but is consumed immediately
D: ignites rapidly and is consumed immediately
Explanation:
FFP Vacants 4.3
Question 15:
Fire spread in taxpayers is a concern for units operating. As a fire develops, the fire, heat, smoke and gases generated spread ________.
A: horizontally only
B: horizontally and vertically
C: vertically only
D: nowhere
A: horizontally only
B:✔horizontally and vertically
C: vertically only
D: nowhere
Explanation:
B) As a fire develops, the fire, heat, smoke and gases generated spread horizontally and vertically. They take the path of least resistance. They will fill every void and crevice in the structure if they are prevented an escape to the outer air.
Taxpayers sec 5.3.1
