Exam 3 2023

Question 1

Question 1:

A newly promoted Fire Marshal was wrong in which statement below regarding legal obligations at potential crime scenes?

A: Re-entry by investigators, after FDNY units leave the scene, to determine the cause and origin of a fire may require an administrative search warrant. To obtain this, marshals need only to show that a fire of undetermined origin had occurred in a premise and the search will be limited to the areas relevant to the determination of cause and origin

B: If evidence of criminal activity is discovered during the course of an investigation it may be used to obtain a criminal search warrant to gather further evidence of arson

C: An administrative warrant requirement is eliminated if FDNY units maintain control of the scene until the fire marshal’s arrival

D: The threat of rekindle does not present an exigency that would justify warrantless and non consensual investigation into the cause and origin of the fire

Answer 1

A: Re-entry by investigators, after FDNY units leave the scene, to determine the cause and origin of a fire may require an administrative search warrant. To obtain this, marshals need only to show that a fire of undetermined origin had occurred in a premise and the search will be limited to the areas relevant to the determination of cause and origin

B: If evidence of criminal activity is discovered during the course of an investigation it may be used to obtain a criminal search warrant to gather further evidence of arson

C: An administrative warrant requirement is eliminated if FDNY units maintain control of the scene until the fire marshal’s arrival

D:✔The threat of rekindle does not present an exigency that would justify warrantless and non consensual investigation into the cause and origin of the fire

Explanation:
D) The threat of rekindle presents an exigency that would justify warrantless and non consensual investigation into the cause and origin of the fire
AUC 317 7.3-7.5

Question 2

Question 2:

Theft of property from company quarters may require a Fire Marshal to be notified in which case?

A: The back door of company quarters was forced by a local vagrant and the housewatch scanner is missing

B: A FDNY member is suspected of stealing from other member’s lockers

C: A unit returns from an electrical emergency to find a window broken and signs of illegal entry

D: A unit returns from a false alarm and finds signs of illegal entry as well as items missing from the kitchen

Answer 2

A: The back door of company quarters was forced by a local vagrant and the housewatch scanner is missing

B: A FDNY member is suspected of stealing from other member’s lockers

C: A unit returns from an electrical emergency to find a window broken and signs of illegal entry

D:✔A unit returns from a false alarm and finds signs of illegal entry as well as items missing from the kitchen

Explanation:
Theft of property in connection with illegal entry of quarters must be reported immediately to the Police Department. Illegal Entry of Quarters Report (Form BP-153) must be forwarded by the Officer on Duty to the Chief of Operations. If a false alarm is involved, notify the Fire Marshals. If there is no illegal entry of quarters and a Department employee is suspected, immediately notify the Inspector General and forward a report with full particulars to the Chief of Operations.
Regs 11.3.11

Question 3

Question 3:

A member who becomes involved in any criminal proceeding, or in civil proceedings involving any governmental agency, shall immediately forward to the __________ a report recording all pertinent information.

A: Bureau of Personnel

B: Inspector General

C: Chief of Support Services

D: Chief of Fire Prevention

Answer 3

A:✔Bureau of Personnel

B: Inspector General

C: Chief of Support Services

D: Chief of Fire Prevention

Explanation:
The member shall forward a separate report for each subsequent or continued appearance and said report shall include adjournment date or the certificate of disposition of the proceedings.
Regs 25.4.3

Question 4

Question 4:

A responding Fire Marshal can expect the Incident Commander (IC) to subdivide large buildings during operations. Which choice contains incorrect information regarding this subdivision?

A: If necessary, the IC may subdivide the building into front, center and rear

B: If necessary, the IC may subdivide the building into front and rear

C: Starting from the right, the IC may designate sectors; Sector “A”, Sector “B”, Sector “C”

D: Large buildings often need to be subdivided to gain better control of operational or problem areas

Answer 4

A: If necessary, the IC may subdivide the building into front, center and rear

B: If necessary, the IC may subdivide the building into front and rear

C:✔Starting from the right, the IC may designate sectors; Sector “A”, Sector “B”, Sector “C”

D: Large buildings often need to be subdivided to gain better control of operational or problem areas

Explanation:
C) Starting from the left, designate sectors; Sector “A”, Sector “B”, Sector “C” etc.
Comm 10 Add 2 9

Question 5

Question 5:

The skull of a fire victim may give the appearance that it exploded. This is caused by?

A: Damage from a blow to the head

B: The expansion (steam) of fluid in the tissues

C: The spasm of the epiglottis

D: Extensive CO Poisoning

Answer 5

A: Damage from a blow to the head

B:✔The expansion (steam) of fluid in the tissues

C: The spasm of the epiglottis

D: Extensive CO Poisoning

Explanation:
A) This should not be confused with external damage from a blow to the head, since external damage could cause the skull to be forced inward.
TB Arson 4.6

Question 6

Question 6:

The SH-900.1 is required to be posted in the workplace from?

A: February 1st to June 30th

B: January 1st to July 30th

C: February 1st to April 30th

D: April 1st to April 30th

Answer 6

A: February 1st to June 30th

B: January 1st to July 30th

C:✔February 1st to April 30th

D: April 1st to April 30th

Explanation:
SB 1 Add 1 1.5

Question 7

Question 7:

In Vacant structures, marble slabs may be held in place by only a thin strip of ___ angle iron at the perimeter of the landing, and the angle-iron framework may have deteriorated with age. These factors can cause steps or landings to collapse under a member’s weight.

A: 3/4”

B: 1”

C: 1 1/2”

D: 2”

Answer 7

A:✔3/4”

B: 1”

C: 1 1/2”

D: 2”

Explanation:
FFP Vacants 1.5.2 F

Question 8

Question 8:

What is the correct transmission for a Missing, Lost, Trapped, or Seriously Injured Member where Additional Resources are required?

A: 10-66

B: 10-37

C: 10-45

D: 10-60

Answer 8

A:✔10-66

B: 10-37

C: 10-45

D: 10-60

Question 9

Question 9:

A Fire Marshal should know that at an investigation following an FDNY operation, all requests for personnel and equipment, in connection with searching for and preserving evidence, shall be directed to the ________ for consideration.

A: Command Chief on duty

B: Logistics Section Chief

C: Salvage Truck

D: Incident Commander

Answer 9

A: Command Chief on duty

B: Logistics Section Chief

C: Salvage Truck

D:✔Incident Commander

Explanation:
Regs 8.2.4

Question 10

Question 10:

When responding to alarms, air horns or sirens shall be sounded with a frequency depending upon conditions. Which of the following is an incorrect usage of sirens or horns?

A: Air horns and sirens shall be dispensed with, when consistent with safety, in the immediate vicinity of hospitals, theaters, churches.

B: Air horns and sirens shall be dispensed with, when consistent with safety, in the immediate vicinity of occupancies where large numbers of people are likely to be assembled.

C: Discretion shall also be used when passing through hotel and residential districts at all times.

D: When returning from alarms or other activity, all traffic regulations which apply to other than emergency vehicles, shall be observed. Sirens or air horns shall not be used.

Answer 10

A: Air horns and sirens shall be dispensed with, when consistent with safety, in the immediate vicinity of hospitals, theaters, churches.

B: Air horns and sirens shall be dispensed with, when consistent with safety, in the immediate vicinity of occupancies where large numbers of people are likely to be assembled.

C:✔Discretion shall also be used when passing through hotel and residential districts at all times.

D: When returning from alarms or other activity, all traffic regulations which apply to other than emergency vehicles, shall be observed. Sirens or air horns shall not be used.

Explanation:
Regs 11 sec 11.1.10
Discretion shall also be used when passing through hotel and residential districts during the night.

Question 11

Question 11:

A Speed Hump is a raised portion of the street surface (3-4”) that is ___________ These devices are not to be confused with Speed Bumps, which are generally 3-6” high, 12” wide, and are no longer legal on City streets.

A: slightly longer than an average automobile and it spans the width of the street.

B: slightly smaller than an average automobile and it spans the width of the street.

C: slightly longer than an average automobile and it spans the driving area of the street.

D: slightly longer than an average automobile and it spans the driving area of the street.

Answer 11

A:✔slightly longer than an average automobile and it spans the width of the street.

B: slightly smaller than an average automobile and it spans the width of the street.

C: slightly longer than an average automobile and it spans the driving area of the street.

D: slightly longer than an average automobile and it spans the driving area of the street.

Explanation:
SB 2 Ch 5 sec 1.1

Question 12

Question 12:

What is an incorrect example of plain speak terminology used at a Taxpayer fire?

A: “We have heavy fire showing from the rear of exposure 02, the hardware store sector”

B: “Stretch a line into exposure 04, the bakery sector”

C: “Stretch a line into the middle of Exposure 3A”

D: “Conduct a primary search in exposure 04, the pizzeria sector”

Answer 12

A: “We have heavy fire showing from the rear of exposure 02, the hardware store sector”

B: “Stretch a line into exposure 04, the bakery sector”

C:✔”Stretch a line into the middle of Exposure 3A”

D: “Conduct a primary search in exposure 04, the pizzeria sector”

Explanation:
Comm 10 Add 2 7.3 Note, 10.1

Question 13

Question 13:

Which member of the Department followed proper procedures for operating at a fire designated a “crime scene?”

A: FF Smith washed her hands in the bathroom sink of the fire apartment after receiving a laceration to her left wrist while overhauling

B: Fire Marshal Jones adjusted the volume on the television in the apartment he was investigating as he had to confer with the Supervising Fire Marshal via cell phone

C: Lt. Jackson ordered his members not to untie a deceased teenage girl found bound to a chair with zip ties in the fire apartment

D: While taking up hoseline from the fire area, FF Stevens covered a 10-45 code 1 victim with a blanket because it was making the probationary firefighter queasy

Answer 13

A: FF Smith washed her hands in the bathroom sink of the fire apartment after receiving a laceration to her left wrist while overhauling

B: Fire Marshal Jones adjusted the volume on the television in the apartment he was investigating as he had to confer with the Supervising Fire Marshal via cell phone

C:✔Lt. Jackson ordered his members not to untie a deceased teenage girl found bound to a chair with zip ties in the fire apartment

D: While taking up hoseline from the fire area, FF Stevens covered a 10-45 code 1 victim with a blanket because it was making the probationary firefighter queasy

Explanation:
A) Do not wash hands in sinks or use toilet facilities
B) Do not adjust radio or television, or use telephone in crime scene area.
D) Refrain from covering any corpse except in public view.
AUC 317 5.9-5.12

Question 14

Question 14:

Members suspended from duty may not appear in uniform. They must promptly return official badges, insignia, and all other Department property to the officer on duty in their unit. The Badge Desk must be notified as soon as possible that member’s badge and I.D. card have been returned. If the member does not return official badges, insignia, and all Department property with ______, the Bureau of Investigations and Trials must be notified.

A: 24 hours

B: 48 hours

C: 72 hours

D: 96 hours

Explanation:
Regs 26.7.2

Answer 14

A: 24 hours

B: 48 hours

C:✔72 hours

D: 96 hours

Explanation:
Regs 26.7.2

Question 15

Question 15:

Officers on duty shall see that the fire zone in front of quarters is maintained clear of vehicles or other obstructions and notify the ___________ of any unusual traffic condition which may interfere with response of the apparatus. Members on housewatch duty shall assist Officers in this responsibility and keep them fully informed of conditions.

A: Police Department only

B: Administrative Battalion and Administrative Division

C: Police Department and the Administrative Battalion

D: Administrative Division only

Answer 15

A: Police Department only

B: Administrative Battalion and Administrative Division

C:✔Police Department and the Administrative Battalion

D: Administrative Division only

Explanation:
Regs 11 sec 11.1.3

Question 16

Question 16:

A victim that shows soot in or around the nose and mouth indicates?

A: Breathing was absent during the fire

B: Breathing continued during the fire

C: CO Poisoning

D: Dependent Lividity

Answer 16

A: Breathing was absent during the fire

B:✔Breathing continued during the fire

C: CO Poisoning

D: Dependent Lividity

Explanation:
TB Arson 4.4

Question 17

Question 17:

Which choice contains incorrect information regarding vacant building markings made by units?

A: Mark sealed doors, windows, and alongside front entrance

B: The size of the SQUARE is to be approximately 18” x 18”

C: Such markings should be in lime yellow, reflective type paint

D: The LINES are to be 2” wide

Answer 17

A:✔Mark sealed doors, windows, and alongside front entrance

B: The size of the SQUARE is to be approximately 18” x 18”

C: Such markings should be in lime yellow, reflective type paint

D: The LINES are to be 2” wide

Explanation:
A) Do not mark sealed doors or windows.
FFP Vacants 3.1

Question 18

Question 18:

Members while on duty shall be equipped with serviceable handcuffs and key. Which of the following is also an approved device?

A: Thumb cuffs

B: Synthetic cable ties

C: Only A and B

D: Handcuffs not approved by the Bureau of Fire Investigation, but are 100% steel

E: None of the above

Answer 18

A: Thumb cuffs

B: Synthetic cable ties

C: Only A and B

D: Handcuffs not approved by the Bureau of Fire Investigation, but are 100% steel

E:✔None of the above

Explanation:
Regs ch 8 sec 8.4.2
Members while on duty shall be equipped with serviceable handcuffs and key. Thumb cuffs, synthetic cable ties, and handcuffs not approved by the Bureau of Fire Investigation Firearms and Tactics Unit, shall not be used in lieu of this equipment requirement without authorization.

Question 19

Question 19:

Which is correctly written regarding speed humps in the street?

A: Speed hump advisory speeds shall be adhered to at all times, except while responding

B: Typically the advised speed will be 30 mph for a 2” reducer.

C: Typically the advised speed will be 25 mph for a 3” reducer.

D: Typically the advised speed will be 15 mph for a 4” reducer (speed hump)

Answer 19

A: Speed hump advisory speeds shall be adhered to at all times, except while responding

B: Typically the advised speed will be 30 mph for a 2” reducer.

C: Typically the advised speed will be 25 mph for a 3” reducer.

D:✔Typically the advised speed will be 15 mph for a 4” reducer (speed hump)

Explanation:
SB 2 Ch 5 sec 2.6
Typically the advised speed will be 15 mph for a 4” reducer (speed hump) and 20 mph for a 3” reducer. ADVISORY SPEEDS SHALL BE ADHERED TO AT ALL TIMES.

Question 20

Question 20:

DOT signage and markings are all correct except?

A: Each concrete reducer (speed hump) will be stripped according to the “receding lines” design.

B: Each asphalt reducer (speed hump) will be stripped according to the “chevron” design

C: At least two yellow diamond BUMP AHEAD sign.

D: At least one yellow diamond BUMP and a speed advisory plate.

Answer 20

A: Each concrete reducer (speed hump) will be stripped according to the “receding lines” design.

B: Each asphalt reducer (speed hump) will be stripped according to the “chevron” design

C:✔At least two yellow diamond BUMP AHEAD sign.

D: At least one yellow diamond BUMP and a speed advisory plate.

Explanation:
SB 2 Ch 5 sec 2
At least one yellow diamond BUMP AHEAD sign.

Question 21

Question 21:

Please read carefully and take notes…

Fire Marshal Lee performed many interviews over about the past month in order to apprehend a cereal arsonists. Here is her updated log with relevant dates and notes… Today, December 5, 2022, is my first day investigating Mr. Burnside on multiple counts of arson involving Staten Island taxpayers. I was told he wears large sunglasses at night which made him easy to spot in the large crowd of protesters rallying against a new strip mall. The following day I took photos of him purchasing a 5 gallon red gas can from the local hardware store. Before concluding my investigation on New Years Eve 2022, Videos showed him in the direct vicinity of three of the daytime taxpayer fires before FD arrival. The clearest of those videos was obtained 2 weeks after my investigation started and shows Mr Burnside running from the flames with his jacket on fire. Exactly two weeks before my investigation concluded, I received a call from his wife stating she believes he has something to do with the rash of taxpayer fires. On December 14th, I followed Mr Burnside around the whole day and noted him visiting the locations of five of the fires. Video received from two of the night fires, the Hyland Blvd and Buel St fires, show him watching as rigs pulled up. The Toad Hill and State St fires have no video evidence and the Sand Ln fire had grainy video…. Here’s the first question… What was on fire on Mr Burnside?

A: Hair

B: Eyebrows

C: Jacket

D: Cap

Answer 21

A: Hair

B: Eyebrows

C:✔Jacket

D: Cap

Question 22

Question 22:

How many total fires is Mr Burnside being investigated for?

A: 4

B: 6

C: 8

D: Undetermined

Explanation:

Answer 22

A: 4

B: 6

C:✔8

D: Undetermined

Question 23

Question 23:

How long did the investigation take?

A: 21 days

B: 27 days

C: Exactly a month

D: Undetermined

Answer 23

A: 21 days

B:✔27 days

C: Exactly a month

D: Undetermined

Question 24

Question 24:

How many of the fires occurred at night?

A: 3

B: 5

C: 7

D: Undetermined

Answer 24

A: 3

B: 5

C: 7

D:✔Undetermined

Question 25

Question 25:

Which is the correct timeline of events? 1. photo of suspect with red gas can… 2. FM Lee followed Mr Burnside around the whole day and noted him visiting the locations of five of the fires… 3. video of jacket on fire… 4. wife calls the fire marshal… 5. concluded investigation

A: 1,2,3,4,5

B: 1,3,4,2,5

C: 1,2,4,3,5

D: 1,3,2,4,5

Answer 25

A:✔1,2,3,4,5

B: 1,3,4,2,5

C: 1,2,4,3,5

D: 1,3,2,4,5

Explanation:
12/2 started investigation
12/3 photo of suspect with red gas can
12/14 FM Lee followed Mr Burnside around the whole day and noted him visiting the locations of five of the fires.
12/15 video of jacket on fire
12/18 wife calls the fire marshal
12/31 concluded investigation

Question 26

Question 26:

When responding to an alarm, drivers must follow the guidelines laid out by the job in Regulations ch 11. Which of the following is inconsistent with Regs 11?

A: Drivers may proceed past a steady red signal, a flashing red signal or stop sign, but only after slowing down as may be necessary for safe operation.

B: The provision in choice A shall not relieve the driver from the duty to drive with due regard for the safety of all persons, nor shall this protect the driver from the consequences of reckless disregard for the safety of others.

C: When responding to alarms, using one-way streets against traffic for more than one block is prohibited. When responding on a one-way street against traffic, a full stop shall be made before entering an intersection and apparatus shall proceed only when safe response is assured.

D: Never attempt to pass another apparatus going in the same direction unless signaled to do so by the Officer in command of the apparatus ahead.

Answer 26

A: Drivers may proceed past a steady red signal, a flashing red signal or stop sign, but only after slowing down as may be necessary for safe operation.

B: The provision in choice A shall not relieve the driver from the duty to drive with due regard for the safety of all persons, nor shall this protect the driver from the consequences of reckless disregard for the safety of others.

C:✔When responding to alarms, using one-way streets against traffic for more than one block is prohibited. When responding on a one-way street against traffic, a full stop shall be made before entering an intersection and apparatus shall proceed only when safe response is assured.

D: Never attempt to pass another apparatus going in the same direction unless signaled to do so by the Officer in command of the apparatus ahead.

Explanation:
Regs 11 sec 11.1.11
When responding to alarms, use one-way streets against traffic for more than one block only when absolutely necessary.

Question 27

Question 27:

You become aware of a member of your unit misusing and/or misappropriating the Department’s time. You would be correct to take which action?

A: Immediate notification to the IG

B: Written notification to the IG

C: Immediate notification to BITS

D: Written notification to BITS

Answer 27

A: Immediate notification to the IG

B: Written notification to the IG

C: Immediate notification to BITS

D:✔Written notification to BITS

Explanation:
Written Notification to BITS
Acronym: IM MAC
Incompetence so serious that the officer believes disciplinary charges are warranted.
Misconduct not falling within the jurisdiction of the IG.
Misuse or misappropriation of the Department’s time.
Arrest followup information.
Charges.
AUC 268A 4.1.5

Question 28

Question 28:

Operations at fires and emergencies during civil disorder requires special command and communication procedures to meet these demands and to control the large number of operating units committed in a short period of time. What are the keys to a successful operation?

A: RIGID tactics. MOBILITY of teams. FLEXIBILITY through the COMMAND POST

B: RIGID tactics. MOBILITY of teams. CONTROL through the COMMAND POST

C: RIGID tactics. CONTROL of teams. MOBILITY of the COMMAND POST

D: FLEXIBILITY of tactics. MOBILITY of teams. CONTROL through the COMMAND POST

Answer 28

A: RIGID tactics. MOBILITY of teams. FLEXIBILITY through the COMMAND POST

B: RIGID tactics. MOBILITY of teams. CONTROL through the COMMAND POST

C: RIGID tactics. CONTROL of teams. MOBILITY of the COMMAND POST

D:✔FLEXIBILITY of tactics. MOBILITY of teams. CONTROL through the COMMAND POST

Explanation:
ERP add 3B sec 1.2

Question 29

Question 29:

The FDNY has issued procedures on how to report suspicious activity. The only correct reporting procedure can be found in which choice?

A: If a member witnesses an act which is by itself criminal-such as theft indicative of terrorist activity/diversion or sabotage/tampering/vandalism- they should immediately notify the administrative battalion

B: If a member suspects an individual is engaging in terrorist activity; they should immediately confront that individual

C: If a member witnesses an act of terrorism, implement FDNY standard operating procedures to ensure member safety and life-saving measures to the public; they must then notify NYPD and BFI as soon as possible

D: If a member is unsure of conditions, they should remain on scene and immediately notify BFI

Answer 29

A: If a member witnesses an act which is by itself criminal-such as theft indicative of terrorist activity/diversion or sabotage/tampering/vandalism- they should immediately notify the administrative battalion

B: If a member suspects an individual is engaging in terrorist activity; they should immediately confront that individual

C:✔If a member witnesses an act of terrorism, implement FDNY standard operating procedures to ensure member safety and life-saving measures to the public; they must then notify NYPD and BFI as soon as possible

D: If a member is unsure of conditions, they should remain on scene and immediately notify BFI

Explanation:
A- immediately notify NYPD
B- Should NOT confront that individual
D- Request a Battalion Chief to respond
*** In the event a member discovers any of the listed indicators, it should be reported immediately upon return to quarters by going to the reporting system on DiamondPlate
AUC 363 sec 8

Question 30

Question 30:

Though an IED is usually a crudely designed homemade bomb, when detonated it can be as lethal as conventional military explosives. IEDs may include incendiary materials or hardware to add to its destructive power. What is the greatest harm with an IED?

A: Chemicals weapons

B: Radiological material

C: Biological weapons

D: The explosive

Answer 30

A: Chemicals weapons

B: Radiological material

C: Biological weapons

D:✔The explosive

Explanation:
Although it is possible to include chemical, biological or radiological material with an IED, the greatest harm remains the explosive itself.
ERP add 3 sec 2.2