Exam 4 Flashcards
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
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
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
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.
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.
Explanation:
B. …unless it is the ONLY option.
Private Dwellings 2.7.1; 2.8.2
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.
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.
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
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
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
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
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 layer
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 layer
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
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
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
Explanation:
Regulations 11.3.25
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.
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.
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
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
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
Explanation:
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
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.
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.
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.
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%
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%
Explanation:
Txpyr 3.3.3 B
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
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
Explanation:
This is a change
Look at picture…test writers often go to pictures
Training Bulletins C-2 add 2 sec 3
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.
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.
Explanation:
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
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.
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.
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
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
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
Explanation:
Comm 8 10-66
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
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
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
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.
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.
Explanation: A. …remove the UPPER HINGE… C. …PRIOR to breaking the glass… D. THE INCIDENT COMMANDER should be informed… Ladders 3: 3.2.6 #8
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
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
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
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.
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.
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
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
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
Explanation:
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
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
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
Explanation:
There may be fire spread in the cockloft due to the deterioration and faulty construction in division walls
Brownstones sec 2.3
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
Explanation: ICS CHAPTER 2 – ADDENDUM 4 – LOBBY CONTROL UNIT A – 4.2 B – 4.2 – Tactical Channel C – 4.2 D – 4.2
All members should be aware of proper ventilation procedures. Which choice below is correct regarding backdrafts?
A: Backdrafts will always occur in proximity to the main body of fire and require a sudden change in ventilation. Backdrafts can cause significant structural damage and potential collapse.
B: Generally, backdrafts will occur in proximity to the main body of fire and require a sudden change in ventilation. Backdrafts can cause significant structural damage and potential collapse.
C: Backdrafts will always occur remote from the main body of fire and require a sudden change in ventilation. Backdrafts can cause significant structural damage and potential collapse. apartment.
D: Generally, backdrafts will occur remote from the main body of fire and require a sudden change in ventilation. Backdrafts can cause significant structural damage and potential collapse.
All members should be aware of proper ventilation procedures. Which choice below is correct regarding backdrafts?
A: Backdrafts will always occur in proximity to the main body of fire and require a sudden change in ventilation. Backdrafts can cause significant structural damage and potential collapse.
B:✔Generally, backdrafts will occur in proximity to the main body of fire and require a sudden change in ventilation. Backdrafts can cause significant structural damage and potential collapse.
C: Backdrafts will always occur remote from the main body of fire and require a sudden change in ventilation. Backdrafts can cause significant structural damage and potential collapse. apartment.
D: Generally, backdrafts will occur remote from the main body of fire and require a sudden change in ventilation. Backdrafts can cause significant structural damage and potential collapse.
Explanation:
Vent Glossary Backdrafts
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.
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.
Explanation:
Chauffeur shall proceed to roof to assist
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