Exam 6 2023 Flashcards
Question 1:
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.
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 2:
Each of the following situations require immediate notification to the Bureau of Investigations and Trials (BITs) except?
A: Arrest of Department employees.
B: On-duty confrontations between Department members and members of the Police Department, or other government agencies which may lead to possible disciplinary action.
C: Misconduct by a Department employee not falling within the jurisdiction of the Inspector General.
D: On-duty incidents involving possession or use of drugs or alcohol.
A: Arrest of Department employees.
B: On-duty confrontations between Department members and members of the Police Department, or other government agencies which may lead to possible disciplinary action.
C:✔Misconduct by a Department employee not falling within the jurisdiction of the Inspector General.
D: On-duty incidents involving possession or use of drugs or alcohol.
Explanation:
C) - this is only a WRITTEN notification to BITs.
Also, immediate notification to BITs is required when there are physical altercations among members, serious confrontations with civilians, or dangerous misuse of Department vehicles.
ACRONYM: ABCD
Arrest / Alcohol on duty
Brawling among members
Confrontation with other agencies / confrontation (serious) with civilians
Dangerous Department vehicle misuse/ Drugs on duty
AUC 268A 3.1
Question 3:
An officer should know that any member who becomes involved in any criminal proceeding, or in civil proceedings involving any governmental agency, shall immediately forward a report recording all pertinent information to?
A: the Borough Commander
B: the Chief of Operations
C: the Bureau of Personnel
D: BITS
A: the Borough Commander
B: the Chief of Operations
C:✔the Bureau of Personnel
D: BITS
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:
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
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 5:
A(n) ________ is the cornerstone of a safe operation at vacant building fires. This strategy is the most effective way of ensuring members’ safety.
A: aggressive interior attack
B: defensive exterior attack
C: early established fire line
D: early established collapse zone
A: aggressive interior attack
B:✔defensive exterior attack
C: early established fire line
D: early established collapse zone
Explanation:
Vacants sec 7.1
Question 6:
Which of the following is not fully accurate regarding accelerants and arson at vacant building fires? **1) Diesel fuel used as an accelerant will cause fires that begin and progress slowly. **2)Gasoline ignites rapidly and is consumed quicker than diesel, **3)At gasoline fed fires high heat will be present for a longer duration than at diesel fires. **4)Gasoline fires will ignite more of the combustible materials in the fire area that diesel fires will. **5) Both Gasoline and Diesel fuel will produce intense fire conditions.
A: 1, 2, 3, 4 &5
B: 1, 3 & 5 only
C: 3 & 5 only
D: 1, 3, &4 only
A: 1, 2, 3, 4 &5
B: 1, 3 & 5 only
C: 3 & 5 only
D:✔1, 3, &4 only
Explanation:
Firefighting Procedures, Vacant Building Fires. Sec. 4.3
1- Diesel fuel used as an accelerant will cause fires that begin slowly and progress rapidly.
2-Correct
3- At diesel fed fires high heat will be present for a longer duration than at Gasoline fires.
4- Diesel fires will ignite more of the combustible materials in the fire area that Gasoline fires will.
5-Correct.
Question 7:
You would be most correct to realize that Vacant buildings in NYC shall be marked in the following size and color:
A: Lime Green reflective paint. Square shaped, 24 inches x 24 inches with lines 2 inches wide
B: Lime Yellow reflective paint. Square shaped, 24 inches x 24 inches with lines 2 inches wide
C: Lime Green reflective paint. Square shaped, 18 inches x 18 inches with lines 2 inches wide
D: Lime Yellow reflective paint. Square shaped, 18 inches x 18 inches with lines 2 inches wide
A: Lime Green reflective paint. Square shaped, 24 inches x 24 inches with lines 2 inches wide
B: Lime Yellow reflective paint. Square shaped, 24 inches x 24 inches with lines 2 inches wide
C: Lime Green reflective paint. Square shaped, 18 inches x 18 inches with lines 2 inches wide
D:✔Lime Yellow reflective paint. Square shaped, 18 inches x 18 inches with lines 2 inches wide
Explanation:
FF Procedures Vacants 3.1
Question 8:
A vacant building is defined as a structure that is __________
A: completely unoccupied, where the owner has abandoned all efforts to maintain the building. These buildings are typically sealed, guarded, lack operating utilities and are not maintained in a safe condition.
B: completely unoccupied, where the owner has abandoned all efforts to maintain the building. These buildings are typically open, unguarded, lack operating utilities and are not maintained in a safe condition.
C: partially unoccupied, where the owner has abandoned all efforts to maintain the building. These buildings are typically open, unguarded, lack operating utilities and are not maintained in a safe condition.
D: partially unoccupied, where the owner has abandoned all efforts to maintain the building. These buildings are typically sealed, guarded, lack operating utilities and are not maintained in a safe condition.
A: completely unoccupied, where the owner has abandoned all efforts to maintain the building. These buildings are typically sealed, guarded, lack operating utilities and are not maintained in a safe condition.
B:✔completely unoccupied, where the owner has abandoned all efforts to maintain the building. These buildings are typically open, unguarded, lack operating utilities and are not maintained in a safe condition.
C: partially unoccupied, where the owner has abandoned all efforts to maintain the building. These buildings are typically open, unguarded, lack operating utilities and are not maintained in a safe condition.
D: partially unoccupied, where the owner has abandoned all efforts to maintain the building. These buildings are typically sealed, guarded, lack operating utilities and are not maintained in a safe condition.
Explanation:
Vacants sec 2.1
Question 9:
A newly trained fire marshal made which incorrect comment regarding the use of sirens and warning lights?
A: Sirens and warning lights may only be used responding to or operating at an alarm, or relocating to the quarters of another unit. Sirens and warning lights shall not be used when returning from alarms.
B: In general the siren should be operated in the “Yelp” mode, except when encountering heavy traffic or upon approach to an intersection. Upon approaching an intersection, the siren should be switched from “Yelp” to “Wail”.
C: When operating at an incident, particularly when located in or near the path of traffic, all warning lights shall be in the “ON” position to warn oncoming traffic of the presence of lane obstructions.
D: Upon return to quarters, warning lights shall be switched on in preparation for and while backing into quarters.
A: Sirens and warning lights may only be used responding to or operating at an alarm, or relocating to the quarters of another unit. Sirens and warning lights shall not be used when returning from alarms.
B:✔In general the siren should be operated in the “Yelp” mode, except when encountering heavy traffic or upon approach to an intersection. Upon approaching an intersection, the siren should be switched from “Yelp” to “Wail”.
C: When operating at an incident, particularly when located in or near the path of traffic, all warning lights shall be in the “ON” position to warn oncoming traffic of the presence of lane obstructions.
D: Upon return to quarters, warning lights shall be switched on in preparation for and while backing into quarters.
Explanation:
In general the siren should be operated in the “Wail” mode, except when encountering heavy traffic or upon approach to an intersection. Upon approaching an intersection, the siren should be switched from “Wail” to “Yelp”. After all traffic has yielded the right of way and the apparatus proceeds through the intersection, the “Yelp” should be turned off or switched to “Wail”, depending on conditions.
SB 2 ch 3
Question 10:
Which of the following is not considered a “minor injury”?
A: Small abrasion
B: First degree burn
C: Laceration requiring sutures
D: Minor sprain with no swelling or discoloration
A: Small abrasion
B: First degree burn
C:✔Laceration requiring sutures
D: Minor sprain with no swelling or discoloration
Explanation:
Laceration NOT requiring sutures
A minor injury does not require the member to be granted medical leave.
SB 1 3.1.2
Question 11:
This pyramid shows the average student retention rate with a variety of learning methods. Click yes after reviewing this photo for 3 minutes and answer the following 9 questions on it.
A:✔Yes
Question 12:
When having a discussion what is the average student retention rate?
A: 10
B: 20
C: 30
D: 50
A: 10
B: 20
C: 30
D:✔50
Explanation:
Question 13:
When watching a video what is the average student retention rate?
A: 10
B: 20
C: 30
D: 75
A: 10
B:✔20
C: 30
D: 75
Explanation:
Question 14:
When practicing doing something, what is the average student retention rate?
A: 20
B: 30
C: 75
D: 90
A: 20
B: 30
C:✔75
D: 90
Question 15:
Not including black and white, how many colors are in the pyramid?
A: 7
B: 8
C: 9
D: 10
A:✔7
B: 8
C: 9
D: 10
