Exam 3 Flashcards
There are a number of decisions the nozzle firefighter is empowered to make while operating a hoseline. Which of the following is not one of those decisions?
A: Opening/Closing the nozzle
B: Emergency opening of the nozzle
C: Direction of the stream
D: Advancement rate
There are a number of decisions the nozzle firefighter is empowered to make while operating a hoseline. Which of the following is not one of those decisions?
A:✔Opening/Closing the nozzle
B: Emergency opening of the nozzle
C: Direction of the stream
D: Advancement rate
Explanation:
A) The decision to open or close the nozzle is made by the engine officer.
Acronym for Nozzle FF decisions: DECALS C
Direction of the stream.
Emergency opening of the nozzle.
Closing (partially) the nozzle to reduce nozzle reaction and regain control.
Advancement rate.
Line - calling for more.
Sweeping the floor with the stream.
Communicating the need to be relieved on the nozzle.
Eng Ch 6 2.7.1
While conducting BISP, the members come across a building that requires a CIDS Card. The address of the building is 120-140 Avenue X. Which choice is CORRECT regarding completing this card?
A: A CIDS entry must be completed and submitted for each number in the range.
B: The combined number should be included under the address portion of the entry.
C: A CIDS entry must be completed for the first and last number in the range.
D: Once the entry is completed, the BISP Unit will determine if additional CIDS are required for other addresses.
While conducting BISP, the members come across a building that requires a CIDS Card. The address of the building is 120-140 Avenue X. Which choice is CORRECT regarding completing this card?
A: A CIDS entry must be completed and submitted for each number in the range.
B: The combined number should be included under the address portion of the entry.
C:✔A CIDS entry must be completed for the first and last number in the range.
D: Once the entry is completed, the BISP Unit will determine if additional CIDS are required for other addresses.
Explanation:
COMMUNICATIONS MANUAL – CHAPTER 4 – CIDS
C IS CORRECT – The officer must enter a CIDS message for the first and last posted address numbers of such range. 4.5.1#3
A – See Choice C
B – The combined number should be included in the transmitted data portion of the card. 4.5.1#3
D – The Unit Officer will determine if additional CIDS are required for other addresses. 4.5.1#3
When operating at a Liquid Petroleum Gas (propane) emergency there are basic precautions to take such as standoff distances. The correct standoff distances to take when operating at a propane tanker truck incident can be found in which choice?
A: Keep everyone not actually engaged in operations at least 1,000 feet from the front and rear of the tank, and 500 feet from the sides
B: Keep everyone not actually engaged in operations at least 500 feet from the front and rear of the tank, and 1,000 feet from the sides
C: Keep everyone not actually engaged in operations at least 100 feet from the front and rear of the tank, and 50 feet from the sides
D: Keep everyone not actually engaged in operations at least 50 feet from the front and rear of the tank, and 100 feet from the sides
When operating at a Liquid Petroleum Gas (propane) emergency there are basic precautions to take such as standoff distances. The correct standoff distances to take when operating at a propane tanker truck incident can be found in which choice?
A:✔Keep everyone not actually engaged in operations at least 1,000 feet from the front and rear of the tank, and 500 feet from the sides
B: Keep everyone not actually engaged in operations at least 500 feet from the front and rear of the tank, and 1,000 feet from the sides
C: Keep everyone not actually engaged in operations at least 100 feet from the front and rear of the tank, and 50 feet from the sides
D: Keep everyone not actually engaged in operations at least 50 feet from the front and rear of the tank, and 100 feet from the sides
Explanation: Haz-Mat ch 1 sec 1.2 and 1.3.3 Properties of Propane: - Non-Toxic - Non-Poisonous - Slightly Anesthetic - Odorless - Flammable - Heavier than air (1.5 to 2 times heavier)
If a security decal on a fire apparatus becomes damaged, the apparatus shall remain in-service while awaiting a replacement. In this situation, who is the company officer responsible to notify by telephone to obtain a replacement decal?
A: Battalion
B: Division
C: Fire Marshals
D: Fleet Services
If a security decal on a fire apparatus becomes damaged, the apparatus shall remain in-service while awaiting a replacement. In this situation, who is the company officer responsible to notify by telephone to obtain a replacement decal?
A: Battalion
B: Division
C: Fire Marshals
D:✔Fleet Services
Explanation:
Variation of this question was on 2021 Captain Exam
Additional Points:
- All remnants of damaged decals shall be recovered and preserved.
- Notification and all pertinent information recorded in company journal.
- A letterhead report documenting all information is forwarded through the chain of command to the Assistant Commissioner of Fleet Services/Technical Services.
- A copy of the letterhead, as well as the remains of the decal, will be forwarded to BFI.
TB Apparatus C-2 Addendum 2 4.6
While performing a secondary search at the scene of a large building collapse, you come across an area marked by a large “V” with a circle around it and a horizontal line through it. You would be most correct to determine this indicates?
A: A live victim is confirmed trapped and awaiting removal.
B: There may be a deceased victim in the area.
C: A victim is confirmed deceased.
D: There are no victims in the area.
While performing a secondary search at the scene of a large building collapse, you come across an area marked by a large “V” with a circle around it and a horizontal line through it. You would be most correct to determine this indicates?
A: A live victim is confirmed trapped and awaiting removal.
B: There may be a deceased victim in the area.
C:✔A victim is confirmed deceased.
D: There are no victims in the area.
Explanation:
A) A horizontal line through the middle indicates the victim is confirmed “deceased.”
B) The circle around the “V” is for when the location of a potential victim has been “confirmed.”
D) A large “V”, (for Victim) approximately 2’ in height is painted near the location of a “known” or “potential” victim.
Collapse Add 2 5.2-5.4
From the choices listed below, which chemical agent has a distinct fruity odor?
A: Nerve Agent
B: Blister Agent
C: Blood Agent
D: Choking Agent
From the choices listed below, which chemical agent has a distinct fruity odor?
A:✔Nerve Agent
B: Blister Agent
C: Blood Agent
D: Choking Agent
Explanation: B- Blister: Garlic C- Blood: Burnt Almonds D- Choking: Musky Hay ERP add 2 p-18
A member of Ladder 100 is inspecting her PSS at the start of the tour. She notices signs of heat exposure on the bag of the PSS. She would be most correct to place which components of the system out of service?
A: The PSS bag only.
B: The PSS bag and rope only.
C: The PSS bag, rope and EXO only.
D: The PSS bag, rope, EXO, and personal harness.
A member of Ladder 100 is inspecting her PSS at the start of the tour. She notices signs of heat exposure on the bag of the PSS. She would be most correct to place which components of the system out of service?
A: The PSS bag only.
B: The PSS bag and rope only.
C: The PSS bag, rope and EXO only.
D:✔The PSS bag, rope, EXO, and personal harness.
Explanation:
If the bag (or any components of PSS) show signs of heat exposure (discoloration, degradation, melting, charring, etc.) the entire system (PSS bag, rope, EXO, and harness) should be placed out of service.
Variation of this question was asked on 2021 Captains Exam
TB Rope 4 5.3.3
The members of Ladder 171 were completing BISP and putting together CIDS cards. The completed cards are as follows… Which one is CORRECT? (PLEASE DISREGARD HYPHENS AT THE END OF THE LINE)
A: MEGA–COMM–80 STY-200X200–CL1-FULLY SPKR 3 ELEV BANKS – LOW BANK FLRS 1-29, MID 29-59, HIGH 59-80 – ACCESS STAIRS FLRS 20-30 & 47-53 SPKR & STDP SIAM EXP 1-4 CORNER – MIN RESPONSE 32
B: MD 100x100 22 STY CL1- SPKR THRUOUT SCISSOR STAIRS-ELEV MACH ROOM ON ROOF APG (100 CARS) IN CELLAR AND SUB CELLAR PWR REM FOR APG IN B STAIR AT SUB CELLAR
C: MD MJALT 4 STY 60X80 CL3-INTERCONN 182, 186, & 190 WEBSTER AVENUE-MAIN ENT IN 186 WEBSTER-NO STAIRCASES IN 182 WEBSTER ACCESS TO ROOF VIA AERIAL/TOWER LADDER
D: FACTORY 6 STY 100X200 CL2 – MFG PLASTIC PRODUCTS-INTERCONN 173 JOHN STREET ON ALL FLRS-SPKR FDC IN REAR ON WHITE STREET RF ACCESS LMTD-HIGH PARAPET AROUND ROOF
The members of Ladder 171 were completing BISP and putting together CIDS cards. The completed cards are as follows… Which one is CORRECT? (PLEASE DISREGARD HYPHENS AT THE END OF THE LINE)
A: MEGA–COMM–80 STY-200X200–CL1-FULLY SPKR 3 ELEV BANKS – LOW BANK FLRS 1-29, MID 29-59, HIGH 59-80 – ACCESS STAIRS FLRS 20-30 & 47-53 SPKR & STDP SIAM EXP 1-4 CORNER – MIN RESPONSE 32
B: MD 100x100 22 STY CL1- SPKR THRUOUT SCISSOR STAIRS-ELEV MACH ROOM ON ROOF APG (100 CARS) IN CELLAR AND SUB CELLAR PWR REM FOR APG IN B STAIR AT SUB CELLAR
C: MD MJALT 4 STY 60X80 CL3-INTERCONN 182, 186, & 190 WEBSTER AVENUE-MAIN ENT IN 186 WEBSTER-NO STAIRCASES IN 182 WEBSTER ACCESS TO ROOF VIA AERIAL/TOWER LADDER
D:✔FACTORY 6 STY 100X200 CL2 – MFG PLASTIC PRODUCTS-INTERCONN 173 JOHN STREET ON ALL FLRS-SPKR FDC IN REAR ON WHITE STREET RF ACCESS LMTD-HIGH PARAPET AROUND ROOF
Explanation:
COMMUNICATIONS MANUAL – CHAPTER 4 – CIDS
D IS CORRECT
A – MINRESP 32 (One word, followed by a space & then a two digit number representing the number of engines and number of ladder placed last in the transmitted data) 4.5.3#5
B – Order is Incorrect – Height before dimensions – Designation, Occupancy, Height, Dimension, Class 4.5.3
C – Order is Incorrect – FD Designation is first (MJALT), Occupancy (MD), Height, dimensions, class 4.5.3B1
Engine companies can use a standing body of water as a positive water source when there are no hydrants available, or in situations where more water is required than can be supplied by the hydrant system. When drafting water, units should abide by each of the following, except for which incorrect choice?
A: The apparatus should be operated in Volume Operation and the PPG should be switched to “Revolutions Per Minute (RPM) Mode”. Once switched to RPM Mode, the PPG throttle should be increased to 1,000 RPM.
B: The apparatus priming pump is used to remove air from the drafting hose, which creates a vacuum and pulls water into the system. The prime should last for at least 45 seconds.
C: A positive and steady Master Pressure Gauge reading will indicate a successful draft and a negative reading on the Master Inlet Pressure Gauge is normal. Once a successful draft is achieved, the PPG is returned to PSI Mode for pumping operations.
D: The connection is secured with a rope tied just below the strainer using a clove hitch and binder and lowered until the strainer is at least 22 feet under the water’s surface.
Engine companies can use a standing body of water as a positive water source when there are no hydrants available, or in situations where more water is required than can be supplied by the hydrant system. When drafting water, units should abide by each of the following, except for which incorrect choice?
A: The apparatus should be operated in Volume Operation and the PPG should be switched to “Revolutions Per Minute (RPM) Mode”. Once switched to RPM Mode, the PPG throttle should be increased to 1,000 RPM.
B: The apparatus priming pump is used to remove air from the drafting hose, which creates a vacuum and pulls water into the system. The prime should last for at least 45 seconds.
C: A positive and steady Master Pressure Gauge reading will indicate a successful draft and a negative reading on the Master Inlet Pressure Gauge is normal. Once a successful draft is achieved, the PPG is returned to PSI Mode for pumping operations.
D:✔The connection is secured with a rope tied just below the strainer using a clove hitch and binder and lowered until the strainer is at least 22 feet under the water’s surface.
Explanation:
D) The connection is secured with a rope tied just ABOVE the strainer using a clove hitch and binder and lowered until the strainer is AT LEAST 2 feet under the water’s surface. A pumper can draft water a MAXIMUM distance of roughly 22 feet, though anything over 10 feet reduces the Gallons Per Minute (GPM) capability of the pumper.
B Note: To make this possible, all inlets and outlets not used must be capped and spanner tightened.
Eng Ch 5 3.8
When arriving 2nd due in E-100 for a confirmed explosion, and ladder companies are on scene, you are to report where at this incident?
A: Report to the Point of Impact (POI) to assist the 1st arriving engine with victim assessment and removal from the POI
B: Report to the Triage Transfer Point and remain there until relieved by a Battalion Chief
C: Report to the Patient Relay Point (PRP) and assist the 2nd arriving ladder company in victims to the Triage Transfer Point
D: Report to the Transportation Corridor and ensure the corridor is kept clear of traffic to maintain both access and egress
When arriving 2nd due in E-100 for a confirmed explosion, and ladder companies are on scene, you are to report where at this incident?
A: Report to the Point of Impact (POI) to assist the 1st arriving engine with victim assessment and removal from the POI
B:✔Report to the Triage Transfer Point and remain there until relieved by a Battalion Chief
C: Report to the Patient Relay Point (PRP) and assist the 2nd arriving ladder company in victims to the Triage Transfer Point
D: Report to the Transportation Corridor and ensure the corridor is kept clear of traffic to maintain both access and egress
Explanation:
A- Report to the Point of Impact (POI) to assist the 1st arriving engine with victim assessment and removal from the POI if NO ladder companies are on scene
Know this addendum
ERP add 3 sec 5.3.2
The natural gas detector is required to be carried at natural gas emergencies. Which feature of this tool described below is incorrect?
A: It detects natural gas at low levels.
B: It can be passed around a doorframe’s upper area in order to determine which apartment is involved in a hallway with multiple locked doors.
C: It is used to determine the amount of gas present in the area.
D: It is the superior tool for locating leaks in appliances, supply piping, and points of entry into the building.
The natural gas detector is required to be carried at natural gas emergencies. Which feature of this tool described below is incorrect?
A: It detects natural gas at low levels.
B: It can be passed around a doorframe’s upper area in order to determine which apartment is involved in a hallway with multiple locked doors.
C:✔It is used to determine the amount of gas present in the area.
D: It is the superior tool for locating leaks in appliances, supply piping, and points of entry into the building.
Explanation:
C. It is used to determine THE LOCATION OF THE GAS LEAK.
The NATURAL GAS METER is used to determine the amount of gas present in the area.
Note “A”: Natural Gas Addendum 1 states the Sensit can detect gas as low as 20 PPM.
Natural Gas 6.4
At a private dwelling cellar fire, the IC (Chief or Company Officer) may consider ordering an exterior hoseline operated into a cellar window to allow for a quick knockdown when there will be a delay in applying water from the interior, or whenever fire conditions dictate. Other parameters that must be met when considering this approach include each of the following except?
A: This should only be attempted when you know the location of members operating in the cellar. It must be carefully coordinated with and communicated to all units operating on scene.
B: The primary consideration for members operating on the first floor above a cellar fire is to close the interior cellar door at the top of the stairs.
C: Based on conditions encountered, for the safety of members remaining on the first floor, consider having them operate under the protection of a charged hoseline, secure an area of refuge (ensure a ready means of egress), or having them exit the building.
D: In an emergency such as members trapped by fire in the cellar or endangered by fire because a collapse has occurred, the IC should order the immediate operation of a hoseline into a cellar window.
At a private dwelling cellar fire, the IC (Chief or Company Officer) may consider ordering an exterior hoseline operated into a cellar window to allow for a quick knockdown when there will be a delay in applying water from the interior, or whenever fire conditions dictate. Other parameters that must be met when considering this approach include each of the following except?
A:✔This should only be attempted when you know the location of members operating in the cellar. It must be carefully coordinated with and communicated to all units operating on scene.
B: The primary consideration for members operating on the first floor above a cellar fire is to close the interior cellar door at the top of the stairs.
C: Based on conditions encountered, for the safety of members remaining on the first floor, consider having them operate under the protection of a charged hoseline, secure an area of refuge (ensure a ready means of egress), or having them exit the building.
D: In an emergency such as members trapped by fire in the cellar or endangered by fire because a collapse has occurred, the IC should order the immediate operation of a hoseline into a cellar window.
Explanation:
A) This should only be attempted when NO members are operating in the cellar. It must be carefully coordinated with and communicated to all units operating on scene. (However, note the exception in Choice D, when you can do this in an “emergency”.)
Note: It is a good practice at PD fires, especially serious cellar fires, to have a precautionary charged hoseline in position near the front of the building for these contingencies.
PD Ch 3 2.6
The Handie-Talkie relay in a subway consists of the ladder company FFs and the engine office (Chauffeur, OV, Roof, Engine Officer/CORE). These members have per-determined positions according to our books. Which member is out of position?
A: Truck chauffeur is always at the token booth
B: OV FF is at the foot of the stairs leading to the platform if it is within 50 yards of the Truck Chauffeur
C: Roof FF is approximately 50 yards from the stairs on the platform
D: Engine Officer is approximately 100 yards (line of sight) from the Roof FF on the platform
The Handie-Talkie relay in a subway consists of the ladder company FFs and the engine office (Chauffeur, OV, Roof, Engine Officer/CORE). These members have per-determined positions according to our books. Which member is out of position?
A:✔Truck chauffeur is always at the token booth
B: OV FF is at the foot of the stairs leading to the platform if it is within 50 yards of the Truck Chauffeur
C: Roof FF is approximately 50 yards from the stairs on the platform
D: Engine Officer is approximately 100 yards (line of sight) from the Roof FF on the platform
Explanation:
Truck chauffeur is at the bottom of the subway entrance stairs. IF the token booth is within 50 yards of stairs to street, contact train dispatcher through the clerk. The chauffeur should relay the token booth phone number to the Truck Officer in case it is necessary to call the booth from a blue light telephone
AUC 207 sec 4.1
Understanding fire dynamics includes knowledge of air flow patterns. Of the following choices, which is incorrect?
A: Ventilation points (openings) that are lower in the building are more efficient in pulling air towards the fire. This is especially true when there are both a low opening (such as door or window) and a high opening (such as a skylight or bulkhead door).
B: The “temporary improvement period” that occurs during vertical ventilation conducted ahead of hoseline operation and without door control lasts for an unspecified amount of time; it can be seconds or several minutes before conditions deteriorate. There is no way to accurately determine how long this time will be.
C: Handline and exterior streams entrain the most air when they are whipped around in a circular motion. A short, acute angled fixed stream (not whipping) aimed at the ceiling just inside of a window, will entrain the least amount of air.
D: When the stream is short, the more air is entrained. The least amount of air entrainment occurs when utilizing the reach of the stream.
Understanding fire dynamics includes knowledge of air flow patterns. Of the following choices, which is incorrect?
A: Ventilation points (openings) that are lower in the building are more efficient in pulling air towards the fire. This is especially true when there are both a low opening (such as door or window) and a high opening (such as a skylight or bulkhead door).
B: The “temporary improvement period” that occurs during vertical ventilation conducted ahead of hoseline operation and without door control lasts for an unspecified amount of time; it can be seconds or several minutes before conditions deteriorate. There is no way to accurately determine how long this time will be.
C: Handline and exterior streams entrain the most air when they are whipped around in a circular motion. A short, acute angled fixed stream (not whipping) aimed at the ceiling just inside of a window, will entrain the least amount of air.
D:✔When the stream is short, the more air is entrained. The least amount of air entrainment occurs when utilizing the reach of the stream.
Explanation:
D) When the stream is LONGER (using the reach of the stream) the more air is entrained. The least amount of air entrainment occurs when the stream is SHORT and operated in a fixed position.
C Note: Operated correctly in this manner, the maximum amount of water will enter the room with the least amount of air and therefore without any pushing effect on the fire.
TB FD Add 1 3.2, 3.3, 3.6, Add 2 3.2-3.4
After reviewing four recent “All Hands” fires, the Deputy Chief found one instance of improper aerial ladder positioning. Which choice shows the incorrect positioning?
A: At a Brownstone fire, the LCC placed the aerial ladder tip 3” from the objective, which was a cornice.
B: In order to rescue two children from a Rowframe fire, the LCC placed the aerial ladder 2” from the objective, which was a window the children were hanging out of.
C: Since she had to place the aerial ladder to the roof of a 7-story Old Law Tenement, which was at a very extreme angle, the LCC allowed the ladder to barely touch the building.
D: At a fire in a Class 2 building, the LCC placed the ladder tip 6” over the window sill.
After reviewing four recent “All Hands” fires, the Deputy Chief found one instance of improper aerial ladder positioning. Which choice shows the incorrect positioning?
A: At a Brownstone fire, the LCC placed the aerial ladder tip 3” from the objective, which was a cornice.
B: In order to rescue two children from a Rowframe fire, the LCC placed the aerial ladder 2” from the objective, which was a window the children were hanging out of.
C: Since she had to place the aerial ladder to the roof of a 7-story Old Law Tenement, which was at a very extreme angle, the LCC allowed the ladder to barely touch the building.
D:✔At a fire in a Class 2 building, the LCC placed the ladder tip 6” over the window sill.
Explanation:
D) When positioning a ladder at a window, the placement must allow for unimpeded access and egress at this window. Therefore, the ladder tip should be LESS THAN 6” over the window sill.
The recommended distance of the tip from the objective is 2” to 6”.
In case of rescue, use the 2” positioning so that the ladder will rest against the window sill after weight is put on it.
At a very extreme angle, e.g., placing the ladder to the roof of a seven story building, allow the ladder to barely touch the building.
Lad 2 3.1.5, 3.1.6
Which of the following choices indicates the CORRECT occasion when units in the same quarters would make themselves AQ simultaneously via the PC/ATS?
A: When units responded to multiple boxes.
B: When units responded to different boxes.
C: One unit is a relocated unit.
D: Unit(s) did not go 10-8.
Which of the following choices indicates the CORRECT occasion when units in the same quarters would make themselves AQ simultaneously via the PC/ATS?
A:✔When units responded to multiple boxes.
B: When units responded to different boxes.
C: One unit is a relocated unit.
D: Unit(s) did not go 10-8.
Explanation: COMMUNICATIONS CHAPTER 2 – COMPUTER ASSISTED DISPATCH A IS CORRECT 2.2.2B B – 2.2.2 B C – 2.2.2 B D – 2.2.2 B
