EXAM 4

Question 1

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 1

C 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…New as of 9/24/2019

Question 2

Question 2:
You’re the company officer working in a busy Queens Engine Company discussing line placement at cellar fires in private dwellings. You make the following comments to your members but you’re incorrect in which one?

A: The first hose line should be stretched to the entrance door that provides the quickest access to the cellar in order to extinguish the fire.

B:The BILCO door should not be utilized for hoseline placement unless it is the fastest option.

C: The second line is initially positioned outside the fire building as a back-up for the first line.

D:Depending on where the first line was stretched and the progress of this hoseline, the IC should consider having the second hoseline stretched into an exposure.

Answer 2

B Explanation:
B. …unless it is the ONLY option.

Private Dwellings 2.7.1; 2.8.2

Question 3

Question 3:
Lt. Underground made the following statements to the members while conducting a drill on subway operations. Which is the only CORRECT statement the officer made?

A: Whenever evacuation or removal of passengers from a train at a station is contemplated, the power shall be ordered off.

B: Under no circumstances will Fire Department personnel be permitted to operate on track areas unless assured that the power is off.

C: Operations shall be conducted with the minimum supervision and the maximum commitment of manpower deemed necessary.

D:Positive assurance of power shut-off will be verified through the Fire Department dispatcher before power is assumed to be off.

Answer 3

D Explanation:
AUC 207
A – At other than a train station 2.2
B – This rule may be ignored if life is in imminent peril. 2.1
C – Minimum Commitment & maximum supervision 2.5
D – 2.3

Question 4

Question 4:
Which chemical agent has a distinctive odor of burnt almonds?

A: Nerve agents (organophosphates)

B: Blister agents (vesicants)

C:Blood (pulmonary) agents

D: Choking agents

Answer 4

C Explanation:
Nerve Agents (Organophosphates) - Distinctive odor: Fruit
Blister Agents (Vesicants) - Distinctive odor: Garlic
Blood (Pulmonary) Agents - Distinctive odor: burnt almonds
Choking Agents - Distinctive odor: chlorine or grass
ERP Add 2 2

Question 5

Question 5:
You are the Engine officer arriving first due to what you determine to be the insulation on the exterior wall on fire. From your past studying, you remember to follow all of the operational considerations for an Exterior Insulation Finish System (EFIS). Choose the incorrect operational consideration.

A: As first arriving Engine, you considered using the deck gun for a rapid attack and knockdown

B: Upon transmission of the 10-75, you requested an extra Engine and Ladder. You asked for the extra Ladder to be a TL since none were on the first alarm ticket

C: You ordered your nozzle team to stretch a 2 1/2” hoseline with a 15/16” main stream tip because the building is 7 stories

D:The component of primary concern during firefighting operations regarding the EFIS is the outermost sheathing layerD

Answer 5

D Explanation:
AUC 362
A- 2.1
B- 2.8
C- 2.3 and 3.1……….look at chart (p-3)
D- The component of primary concern during firefighting operations regarding the EFIS is the INNERmost sheathing layer (Foam Plastic Insulation)….1.3

Question 6

Question 6:
Officers of units reporting in to the Command Post shall report in alone, after instructing their members to stand by at least ___ feet from the Command Post.

A: 10

B: 15

C: 20

D:25

Answer 6

D Explanation:
Regulations 11.3.25

Question 7

Question 7:
As a newly promoted Lieutenant working in a Brooklyn Division, you decide to conduct a drill on proper use of the Emergency Alert Button (EAB). Which of the following choices in incorrect?

A:Use any of the handie-talkie channels 1 through 16.

B: Monitor the channel for 2-3 minutes prior to activating the EAB to ensure the selected channel is not already in use.

C: Ensure all HTs are switched back to HT 1 upon completion of the drill.

D: When the EAB is pressed, HT transmission power on the tactical channel is increased from 2 watts to 5 watts, providing more power for the message to get through.

Answer 7

A Explanation:
Use any of the handie-talkie channels 4 through 8.
Note: Channels 4-8 can be in use at any time for numerous purposes. Examples of such use include tactical training, full scale exercises, secondary command channel activation, etc.
Comm 9 Add 4 2.2, 5.2

Question 8

Question 8:
You are working in Engine 99 during the 6X9 when a EMS run comes in for possible DOA in apt 12C on the 12th floor. Upon arrival, you confirm through patient assessment that indeed the patient is DOA. EMS arrives and you turn the scene over to them, transmit the 37-1 to your chauffeur, and start to exit the apartment. On your way out, your nozzleman determines that there is a dog in the apartment. Since you are the IC on scene, you ask your FFs to contact a neighbor, building representative, etc. to secure the dog. Unfortunately, there is no one to secure the dog. As the IC at this incident, the most correct action for you to take next can be found in which choice?

A: Notify the administrative Battalion Chief

B:Notify Animal Care Center (ACC) via the dispatcher

C: Leave the dog with EMS. EMS is required to make notification

D: Notify New York City Emergency Management via dispatcher

Answer 8

B

When encountering displaced pets/pet remains at the scene of a fire or emergency, the FDNY shall protect/secure the pet with a responsible party (owner, neighbor, building representative, NYPD, etc.) if possible, and/or cover the pet remains and keep them out of view of the public and media. If reunification with the owner is not possible, the FDNY IC shall contact the ACC through the borough dispatcher
AUC 361 sec 2.1

Question 9

Question 9:
Portable ladders must be correctly marked with both the ladder length and unit designation. Which of the following statements is correct regarding the marking of portable ladders?

A:The unit designation shall be marked within 18 inches of each butt.

B: The numerical length of a ladder shall be marked on the side of the rails within 14 inches of the end of the ladder.

C: Straight ladders-The ladder length shall be marked at the butt end only of each rail.

D: Extension ladders-The ladder length shall be marked on each end of each rail.

Answer 9

A Explanation:
CODE: “COMPANY DESIGNATION” 18 LETTERS = 18 INCHES

B. 12 inches
CODE: “LADDER LENGTH” 12 LETTERS = 12 INCHES
C. EXTENSION LADDERS-The ladder length shall be marked at the butt end only of each rail OF THE BED LADDER.

D. STRAIGHT LADDERS-The ladder length shall be marked on each end of each rail.

Question 10

Question 10:
Updated calculations have revealed that bowstring truss roofs may only support _____ of the load they were originally designed to hold.

A: 30%

B:40%

C: 50%

D: 60%

Answer 10

B Explanation:
Txpyr 3.3.3 B

Question 11

Question 11:
All marked FDNY apparatus/vehicles, and voluntary hospital ambulances that have FDNY EMS 911 participant logos have security decals affixed to them. Where is the security decal located?

A: Drivers side of windshield

B: Passenger side of windshield

C: Passenger side of cab door area

D:Drivers side of cab door area

Answer 11

D Explanation:
This is a change
Look at picture…test writers often go to pictures
Training Bulletins C-2 add 2 sec 3

Question 12

Question 12:
Often times at fire operations the aerial ladder is used to perform ventilation of windows. This horizontal ventilation should be controlled, communicated, and coordinated with interior operations. Other precautions when venting with the aerial ladder are mentioned below. Which one of them is correct?

A: Only under extremely unusual circumstances shall ventilation of the windows be effected by exerting lateral pressure with the ladder.

B:Only slight extension through the window is required.

C: When the angle becomes extreme, just lower the ladder so that the outside beam breaks the window.

D: When venting for extinguishment, aim at lower window panels, just below the sash, and extend without hitting the sides or tops of the window frames.

Answer 12

Bxplanation:
A. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES…
C. …so that the INSIDE BEAM…
D. …aim at the UPPER window panels, just ABOVE the sash…

Aerial Ladders 4.6

Question 13

Question 13:
Engine 98 responded to a CFR run where CPR had to be performed. Which action taken by the officer at the conclusion of the run was CORRECT?

A: No shocks were indicated by the AED after application so it was not necessary for the company to exchange the AED module.

B: The original PCR (part 1) was turned in to the CFR depot along with the AED module upon completion of the assignment.

C:The AED was not applied during the cardiac arrest so the details of what prevented the application were indicated in the comments section of the PCR.

D: The AED was not applied so the officer immediately faxed and forwarded part 1 of the PCR to OMA upon return to quarters.

Answer 13

C Explanation:
CFRD – CHAPTER 5 – DOCUMENTATION
A – The AED will be exchanged for a blank one and the CFR depot will immediately forward the module and PCR copy directly to OMA. 2.1.2
B – A copy of the original PCR 2.1.1
C – 2.1.3
D – When the company applies and turns on their AED during a cardiac arrest resuscitation attempt, the original shall be immediately faxed and forwarded to OMA upon return to quarters. 2.1

Question 14

Question 14:
Which is the proper code to be transmitted for a Missing, Lost, Trapped, or Seriously Injured Member where Additional Resources are Required?

A: 10-60

B:10-66

C: 10-45

D: 10-31

Answer 14

B Explanation:
Comm 8 10-66

Question 15

Question 15:
When setting up the Care and Maintenance schedule for the company apparatus, there are duties that should be done tourly vs daily. Choose the Care and Maintenance that was set up incorrectly.

A: Fill the fuel tank tourly

B:Check the seat belts daily

C:Purge air tanks tourly

D: Check oil level daily

Answer 15

B Explanation:
Tourly (immediately after the 0900 and 1800 roll calls
Tourly: fill fuel tank, seatbelts, warning devices, regular lights, purge air tanks
Daily: apparatus cleaning, door handles/latches, wipers/mirrors/glass, battery maintenance, air loss in brake system, engine oil, tires, suspension, upholstery, radiator
Also see weekly and monthly care and maintenance
Training Bulletins C2 sec 3

Question 16

Question 16:
Roof ventilation is a critical component of any fire operation, especially at tenement type buildings. Which of the following comments pertaining to the duties of the roof firefighter at an old law tenement is correct?

A: Bulkhead doors are almost always self-closing. To keep the door open, either remove the lower hinge or block the door open.

B:If fire and smoke conditions are obviously heavy, immediate venting of the skylight prior to the removal of the scuttle cover to relieve interior would be justified.

C: If difficulty is encountered opening the bulkhead door, vent the skylight first. Units operating below shall be warned by HT after breaking the glass.

D:Skylights at roof level may have been removed and openings covered with roofing materials. It may be necessary to cut a hole over the stairs to vent stairway. The Ladder Company Officer should be informed that a saw is needed to accomplish this.

Answer 16

B xplanation:
A. …remove the UPPER HINGE…
C. …PRIOR to breaking the glass…
D. THE INCIDENT COMMANDER should be informed…
Ladders 3: 3.2.6 #8

Question 17

Question 17:
To provide easy access and reduce damage to NYCHA building entry doors and elevator machinery rooms, key FOBs and elevator machinery room keys have been issued to all FDNY units. Choose the most correct statement regarding these keys.

A: Should the key FOB fail to unlock the building entry door, resort to conventional forcible entry techniques

B: When an FDNY unit receives an Elevator Machinery Room key, the officer on duty shall record the serial number in the Office Record Journal

C: If the key FOB or Elevator Machinery Room key is lost or damaged, the officer on duty shall complete and forward a FS-112 (lost property report) via chain of command

D:Any unit that forces a NYCHA building entry door or elevator machinery room door shall forward a letterhead report via the chain of command to the Chief of Operations with full particulars

Answer 17

D Explanation:
Multiple Dwellings add 4
A- The entry door can be unlocked remotely by NYCHA Security. This can be done by calling the 24 hour NYCHA Emergency number, either directly or through the dispatcher. Units can also seek assistance from the building management office at the premise location….sec 1.3
B- When an FDNY unit receives a key FOB, the office on duty shall record the serial number in the Office Record Journal…Elevator Machinery Room keys are standard issue and do not have serial numbers….sec 2.1 and 3.1
C- Call the 24 hour NYCHA emergency number to obtain new keys. If the loss or damage involves the key FOB, the serial number must be provided…sec 3.3
D- Also notify NYCHA via dispatcher that a door has been forced….sec 3.2

Question 18

Question 18:
For fires involving the top floor and/or cockloft in tenements there are some key operational variations for the second arriving ladder company. Listed below are several of those variations. Which one is incorrect?

A: The inside team shall proceed to the top floor to assist the first Ladder Company in entry and search of all top floor apartments.

B: The LCC shall position in front if the fire building and if not needed there, proceed to the roof.

C: The OV shall vent the fire apartment from the fire escape. If the first OV has already vented the fire apartment, then the second OV will vent the adjoining apartment as ordered.

D:Prior to conducting any horizontal ventilation tactics from the exterior, the second OV shall request permission from their officer in order to coordinate ventilation tactics with interior operations.

Answer 18

D Explanation:
D. …the second OV shall request permission from THE FIRST LADDER COMPANY OFFICER if it is the fire apt. If it’s an adjoining apartment, the 2nd OV shall contact the officer in the area to be vented

**ODD THAT THE OV REQUESTS PERMISSION FROM ANOTHER COMPANY’S OFFICER.**
**KNOW THIS POINT**

Ladders 3: 3.5.2

Question 19

Question 19:
If you walk into the cellar of an industrial building, and the area contains 2000ppm of carbon monoxide, what would you expect your CO meter to display, if operating correctly?

A: 2000ppm

B: 999ppm

C: OM

D:OL

Answer 19

D xplanation:
CO meters will display readings up to 999ppm. If readings of 1000 ppm or more are detected, the CO meter will display “OL”, indicating an “over limit” condition.
HM 4 Add 1 2.5

Question 20

Question 20:
The discussion during a recent study group was about the extension and spread of fire at a Brownstone type building. Choose the incorrect statement made.

A: The fire is generally confined to the original fire building, although there may be spread in cellars due to beams of adjoining buildings butting up against one another.

B:Once fire reaches the cockloft, fire will not extend to adjoining building(s) due to strongly built division walls

C: Fire may spread to adjoining buildings via the cornice and/or the Yankee gutter

D: Fire spread may occur via pocket doors located on the second floor

Answer 20

B Explanation:
There may be fire spread in the cockloft due to the deterioration and faulty construction in division walls
Brownstones sec 2.3

Question 21

Question 21:
In rare instances there may be a situation where the first hoseline was advanced through the main entrance of a private dwelling, and units are unable to locate an interior cellar entrance, and there is no other hoseline available on scene to attempt entry via the secondary entrance. If the decision is made to reposition the first hoseline to a secondary entrance which of the following tactics is correct?

A: Only a Chief officer can make this decision.

B:The IC shall transmit an URGENT message utilizing the emergency alert button to broadcast this to all members and ensure acknowledgment is received from all units/members on scene.

C:Ladder company members operating on the first floor must be withdrawn before the first hoseline is repositioned from that floor.

D: Members operating on the upper floors must be withdrawn to a safe area.

Answer 21

C Explanation:
A. The ACTING CHIEF OFFICER/CHIEF OFFICER SERVING AS THE IC can make this decision.
B. …ensure acknowledgement is received from all units/members OPERATING IN THE INTERIOR.
D….must be withdrawn to a safe area IF NO PORTABLE LADDERS ARE PRESENT AND READILY AVAILABLE.

Private Dwellings Ch 3: 2.7.4

Question 22

uestion 22:
The Lobby Control Unit has a number of responsibilities. Which of the following related to their tasks is INCORRECT?

A: If possible, The Lobby Control Unit should make sure one elevator is maintained in readiness at the forward staging area and one maintained in the lobby.

B:The Lobby Control Unit Leader will operate on and monitor the Command Channel.

C: The Lobby Control Unit will ensure that all elevator cars are recalled and searched.

D: The Lobby Control Unit will relieve the OV firefighters from first alarm units operating elevators.

Answer 22

B Explanation:
ICS CHAPTER 2 – ADDENDUM 4 – LOBBY CONTROL UNIT
A – 4.2
B – 4.2 – Tactical Channel
C – 4.2
D – 4.2

Question 23

Question 23:
All members should be aware of proper ventilation procedures in non-fireproof buildings. Which choice below is incorrect?

A: Vertical ventilation may be performed when the Roof Firefighter directly communicates with, and receives approval from, the Ladder Company Officer.

B:Vertical ventilation may be performed when the Roof Firefighter directly communicates with, and receives approval from, the OV Firefighter.

C: The Roof Firefighter may perform vertical ventilation upon hearing radio transmissions that the interior team has door control on the fire floor. apartment.

D: The Roof Firefighter may perform vertical ventilation upon hearing radio transmissions that a charged hoseline is advancing into the fire apartment.

Answer 23

B xplanation:
Vent 10.2.1

Question 24

Question 24:
The 1st arriving chauffeur’s position varies greatly at a Brownstone type buildings depending upon where the fire is. Choose the incorrect chauffeur position/assignment for Brownstones.

A:1st arriving aerial chauffeur is to raise aerial to roof, wait for completion of roof size-up. When Roof FF indicates need for a LSR rescue, the chauffeur will ensure the 1st arriving OV FF to ascend aerial ladder to assist

B: 1st arriving aerial chauffeur is to raise aerial to roof, wait for completion of roof size-up. When Roof FF indicates no need for a LSR rescue, the chauffeur will place ladder to top floor for VEIS as necessary when the fire is on a lower floor

C: For a top floor fire, 1st arriving aerial chauffeur is to raise and position aerial ladder to roof of exposure for use by Roof and OV FF who will be both going to roof

D: Once assured that laddering is not needed, or after VEIS has been completed, the chauffeur will report to their officer with whatever tools necessary, keeping in mind that maximum utilization of 6’ hooks s expected at top floor fires.

Answer 24

A Explanation:
Chauffeur shall proceed to roof to assist
Brownstones p-10-12

Question 25

Question 25:
Which of the following tactics is incorrect when dealing with a High Energy Line Break in a Steam generating plant?

A:Never enter a Con Ed steam generating plant without Con Ed personnel unless life is in danger.

B: Con Ed plant personnel will mitigate the emergency.

C:FDNY personnel should only enter the plant to perform search and rescue for missing plant personnel.

D: The Con Ed White Hat can remain at the Command Post as a Technical Specialist.

Answer 25

A xplanation:
A. Never enter a Con Ed steam generating plant without Con Ed personnel.

**NO EXCEPTIONS EVEN FOR LIFE**

Steam System Emergencies 4.1

Question 26

Question 26:
Of the following choices, which should not be deemed an apparatus collision?

A: Apparatus strikes a bollard while responding to a motor vehicle accident on a bridge.

B: Apparatus strikes another apparatus while responding to a report of a structural fire.

C:Apparatus overheats and catches fire while responding to a stuck elevator emergency.

D: A jogger accidentally runs into a moving apparatus returning to quarters in non-response mode following BISP.

Answer 26

C Explanation:
This is an apparatus INCIDENT.
An apparatus COLLISION is when an apparatus strikes or is struck by a vehicle, pedestrian, or bicyclist, or strikes a fixed object.
FYI… A properly parked apparatus that was struck by another apparatus is also an incident (Incident for the apparatus that was struck).
SB 56 4.2, 4.4

Question 27

Question 27:
The incorrect procedure, when resorting to outside streams, can be found in which choice?

A:The use of outside streams into a building can cause injuries to members operating inside the building. Except in extreme lifesaving instances, outside streams may be used without warning members and ensuring members are in a safe location

B: Outside streams should be used in one position only as long as necessary to extinguish visible fire

C: Only the IC may order the use of outside streams. This may be the first arriving officer

D: Some of the situations which may call for the use of outside streams include: protect life by putting a stream between the fire and the occupants, to protect exposures, to confine the fire, and to diminish heavy fire so that an interior attack can be made

Answer 27

A Explanation:
The use of outside streams into a building can cause injuries to members operating inside the building. Except in extreme lifesaving instances, members inside the building must be warned, and moved to safe location BEFORE outside streams are directed into the building. This safe location must be verified by radio or personal contact, by the IC
Multiple Dwellings p-13

Question 28

Question 28:
The Sensit TKX combustible gas detector provides a “Geiger Counter” like ticking sound that increases in frequency when a gas source as low as ___ ppm of Methane is detected.

A: 6

B: 9

C:20

D: 35

Answer 28

C Explanation:
“20/20”
Fully charged allows 20 hours of continuous use
Detects gas source as low as 20ppm

Natural Gas Addendum 5 Section 1 & 3

Question 29

Question 29:
At a fire on an upper floor of a high rise office building, if the third arriving Ladder Company encounters difficulty in clearing the attack stairway of occupants, the officer shall take what action?

A: Immediately shelter in place all occupants and notify the Incident Commander that another attack stairway must be designated.

B:Advise the first arriving Engine Company or the Incident Commander to withhold the attack until the occupants have been safely removed.

C: Immediately descend to the lobby and have the Fire Safety Director make an announcement that the attack stairway shall not be used for evacuation.

D:Advise the first arriving Ladder Company or the Fire Sector Supervisor/Branch Director to withhold the attack until the occupants have been safely removed.

Answer 29

D Explanation:
HROB 8.5.1 B 7

Question 30

Question 30:
The pump pressure gauge will read when the apparatus is at its lowest RPMs. With the engine set for volume, and the hydrant producing 50 psi, the pump pressure gauge will read which correct psi?

A:105 psi

B: 160 psi

C:110 psi

D: 50 psi

Answer 30

A Explanation:
Pump idle pressure when in volume mode is 55 psi…55 psi + 50 psi for the hydrant = 105 psi
Pump idle pressure when in pressure mode is 110 psi + 50 psi for the hydrant = 160 psi when in pump idle pressure
On a recent exam
Training Bulletins app P3 sec 1.2

Question 31

Question 31:
When the decision is made to transition to an exterior attack, the IC and affected units must follow certain procedures to ensure an orderly withdrawal of members. Which of the following statements is incorrect regarding this tactic?

A: The communication from the IC to all units must be an urgent transmission.

B:The IC’s EAB shall be depressed and the message should be as follows: “urgent-urgent-urgent, command to all units, urgent-all units urgent-back out back out.”

C:On the transmission of this message, the IC immediately contacts each unit individually via the HT to confirm receipt of this message and to verify they are in compliance.

D: Consider the need to utilize multiple routes when members are withdrawing from a structure. All members may not need to utilize the interior stairs if there are other horizontal and vertical exits available.

Answer 31

B Explanation:
**NEW LANGUAGE**

B. …”urgent-urgent-urgent, command to all units, urgent-all units back out, we are transitioning to an exterior attack.”

**CHOICE B IS THE OLD LANGUAGE AND NO LONGER CORRECT**

**New Bulletin as of 3/29/19**
Command and Control Chapter 4: 2.3; 2.4
Cross Reference Communications Chapter 9: 9.4.2C

Question 32

Question 32:
The following list of tactics are of such importance to fire control efforts that the decision to implement them is reserved for the engine officer alone. Which is incorrect?

A: Initial stream direction (ceiling, seat of fire).

B:Supplying standpipe and sprinkler systems.

C: Stream shut down.

D: Initiating line advance.

Answer 32

B Explanation:
ENGINE OPERATIONS CHAPTER 5 A – Correct – 5.1.25 – Direction of stream can be delegated to nozzle team 5.1.26. Initial stream direction is at the direction of the officer.
B – Incorrect – properly trained firefighters can do this. 5.1.2
C – Correct 5.1.25
D – Correct 5.1.25

Question 33

Question 33:
Which page(s) of the company journal shall be ruled and indexed to record company drills?

A: Pages 500 to 498

B:Pages 497 to 495

C: Page 494

D: Page 490

Answer 33

B Explanation:
Pages 500 running backward to 498 shall be ruled and indexed to record chief’s visits in accordance with Regulations.
Pages 497 running backwards to 495 shall be ruled and indexed to record company drills, using the following columnar headings: Date; Training Subject; Conducted By; Groups on Duty.
In quarters where a Battalion Depot (mask cylinders) is located, the company journal shall be ruled and indexed for entries by MSU members and chief officers on page 494 running backwards as necessary, using the following headings: Date, Cylinders Exchanged, Cylinders Found, Officer Notified, Inspected By.
CJ 3.1-3.3

Question 34

Question 34:
What color is the “DANGER DO NOT ENTER” tape used to designate areas which are dangerous to FDNY members and should not be entered?

A:Red with black lettering

B: Black with red lettering

C: Yellow with black lettering

D: Black with yellow lettering

Answer 34

A Explanation:
Units are reminded that the danger zone should not be entered except to save life or authorized by the IC of Sector Chief. This applies at all times, to all members, during all stages of the operation AUC 360

Question 35

Question 35:
In a taxpayer, a parapet wall is a continuation of an exterior wall, fire wall or party wall above the roof line. Which choice contains incorrect information regarding these walls?

A: The parapet section of the exterior walls may extend around the entire perimeter of a building roof area.

B: A close watch must be kept for parapet walls out of plumb or bowed. A member stationed at the corner can sight along this wall to detect such conditions but this may be difficult due to smoke conditions and the numerous signs and awnings present.

C:A particularly hazardous condition is the possible collapse of the rear parapet wall. This is more dangerous than the potential collapse of front or side parapet walls as the rear parapet wall is often unsupported laterally for long distances.

D: An uncontrolled fire in a remote portion of a taxpayer or in the cockloft of a taxpayer may be heating “I” beams, causing their expansion and steadily pushing the parapet outward.

Answer 35

C Explanation:
A particularly hazardous condition is the possible collapse of the FRONT parapet wall (e.g., any parapet wall facing a street; a corner building facing one, two or three streets). This parapet wall is often unsupported laterally for a long distance, receiving its support only at the ends where they tie into crosswalls.
Txpyr 3.4.3

Question 36

Question 36:
Units are operating at an advanced cellar fire in a private dwelling. First alarm units are on scene and in proper position including 3 engines 2 ladders and the first BC. Which of the following statements is incorrect regarding this operation?

A: When entering the first floor main entrance above a cellar fire, smoke showing significant force and speed under pressure will indicate that the interior cellar door is open.

B: Members operating on the first floor above a cellar fire must be aware that they are operating in a very dangerous area. This is particularly important when members are working over lightweight constructed floors, regardless of fire severity.

C:Since the first engine is unable to quickly access or locate a secondary cellar entrance, their officer orders the line operated into the cellar window for a quick knockdown.

D: 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.

Answer 36

C Explanation:
B. THE IC SHOULD CONSIDER THIS. THIS MAY BE A CHIEF OR COMPANY OFFICER. BUT IN THIS CASE IT WAS STATED IN THE QUESTION THAT THE BC WAS ON-SCENE SO HE/SHE IS THE IC. THEREFORE THIS TACTIC CANNOT BE ORDERED BY THE ENGINE COMPANY OFFICER.

TOUGH QUESTION READ SCENARIOS CAREFULLY

EXAMPLES OF WHEN THE IC (CHIEF OR COMPANY OFFICER) SHOULD CONSIDER ORDERING AN EXTERIOR HOSELINE INTO A CELLAR WINDOW TO ALLOW FOR A QUICK KNOCKDOWN:

ACRONYMN: “SAALLE”
Secondary cellar entrance cannot be accessed or located quickly
Advancing down interior stairs cannot be done Advanced/serious fire
Locating any cellar entrance cannot be done
Lightweight construction
Emergency such as members trapped by fire in cellar or endangered by fire because of collapse

Private Dwellings Ch 3: 2.5; 2.6

Question 37

Question 37:
Of the following choices, which is incorrect regarding the various types of loft buildings in NYC?

A: Fireproof lofts are the newest and most common type.

B: Mill Lofts are also known as Heavy Timber lofts.

C:Newer Cast Iron Lofts are a maximum of 7 to 8 stories in height having front and rear exterior walls of brick, stone or iron. Side exterior walls are of brick construction

D: All exterior walls of Newer Cast Iron Lofts have a minimum 3 hour fire resistive rating.

Answer 37

C Explanation:
OLDER Cast Iron Lofts are a maximum of 7 to 8 stories in height having front and rear exterior walls of brick, stone or iron. Side exterior walls are of brick construction.
Lofts 2.3, 4.1.1, 4.2.1, 4.3.1

Question 38

uestion 38:
Engine Company officer responsibilities are many upon arrival at a fire operation. Which of the following statements is incorrect regarding these responsibilities?

A:Upon arrival at the box location, the engine officer must ensure that each firefighter is properly equipped with all required PPE prior to entering the IDLH.

B: The first arriving engine officer should consider the removal and placement in the street of a second hose line if fire conditions indicate it is warranted.

C: After determining that a hose line is needed, the location, route and number of lengths required should be relayed to the unit’s members.

D: The Engine Officer will have more influence on the outcome of a fire than any other member on the scene.

Answer 38

A Explanation:
ENGINE OPERATIONS CHAPTER 5 – LT. A – Incorrect – Upon arrival at the entrance to the fire area. 5.1.10.
B – Correct 5.1.3
C – Correct 5.1.2
D – Correct 5.1.1

Question 39

Question 39:
Identifying the type of collapse is an important function for any officer relaying information to the incident commander at an operation. Which choice below correctly describes the type of collapse listed?

A: A type of collapse where one end of the floor beams remains partially supported by the bearing wall and the other end of the floor beams collapse on the floor below is a Lean Over Collapse.

B: A type of collapse where a floor collapses and an interior partition wall holds up the center of the fallen floor is a V-Shaped Collapse.

C:A type of collapse where the walls of a taller building fall onto a smaller building causing the collapse of the smaller building is a Secondary Collapse.

D: A type of collapse where the floor collapses at the center and both ends of the floor section remain partially supported or rest up against the outer bearing walls is a Tent Floor Collapse.

Answer 39

C Explanation:
FIREFIGHTING PROCEDURES – COLLAPSE ADDENDUM 3
A – Incorrect – Lean to Collapse
B – Incorrect – Tent Floor Collapse
C – Correct – Secondary Collapse
D – Incorrect – V Shaped Collapse

Question 40

Question 40:
In a high rise building equipped with a “Base Station Leaky Cable Simplex UHF Radio System” that is programmed to FDNY radios, you would be most correct to know that all of the following channels can be utilized except?

A: 1

B: 3

C:8

D:16

Answer 40

D Explanation:
Base Station Leaky Cable Simplex UHF or VHF Radio System - a base radio connected to a cable that runs through a building/infrastructure. It is a simplex radio that can either operate on FDNY UHF HT channels 1 through 8 (FDNY Programmed) or it may utilize in-house radios (Proprietary).
Comm 13 2.2