Exam 9 Flashcards
During a High-Rise fire, the second arriving Engine officer provides the communications link between the lobby (Command Post) and the fire area pending the establishment of the Fire Sector/Branch on a floor below the fire with the Post radio. In regards to establishing the communications link, what channel should the Engine officer use via the Post Radio to create this link?
A: Tactical channel
B: Command channel
C: Ucall/Utac channel
D: Tac-U channel
B-
Comm ch 12 sec 6.2.4
The second engine officer will then use their HT radio on the tactical channel to announce to units in the fire area that a communication link with the ICP has been established
If the protective hood is not available for a member of your company, you as the Officer on Duty should take all of the following actions except in which choice?
A: Instruct the member to have his/her coat collar up before entering the fire area.
B: Instruct the member to have his/her helmet ear flaps down before entering the fire area.
C: Ensure his/her hood is worn unless saturated with moisture.
D: Instruct the member to have his/her coat collar secured by the neck strap prior to entering the fire area.
C-
The hood shall be worn whether dry, damp, or saturated with moisture.
AUC 310 2.7, 2.8
Upon arrival of a report of a manhole fire, you discover that there is a popping noise coming from the reported manhole. As you exit the apparatus to investigate, the Battalion Chief requests a 10-12. You tape off the area, check surrounding properties, and determine that Chief does not have to continue in. What code do you transmit?
A: 10-25
B: 10-25-1
C: 10-25-2
D: 10-25-3
E: 10-25-4
A-
Comm ch 8 page 8
Withcode: Situation other than as described in Codes 1,2,3,4
The Company Commander of a Brooklyn truck company was incorrect in which statement during a drill on crime scene preservation?
A: Obviously deceased victims should, if possible, be left as found for investigators to view and photograph for forensic purposes.
B: No statements concerning the cause or specifics related to the fire investigation should be made by non-investigatory personnel.
C: If it is necessary to leave the scene prior to the fire marshals arrival, a firefighter or unit fulfilling a watchline is sufficient to maintain F.D. control of the premise.
D: NYPD shall be notified to respond to voucher currency at any operation where large amounts of currency are discovered.
D-
Fire Marshals shall be notified to respond to voucher currency at any operation where large amounts of currency are discovered.
AUC 317 5.13, 6.3, 6.4
While operating in the warm zone at an incident involving aggressive deadly behavior, members should focus on care and removal of _______ tag patients?
A: Green
B: Yellow
C: Red
D: Black
C-
Rapidly triage and identify critical victims (RED tags)
Apply hemorrhage control and basic airway management on these patients
Prioritize patient removal
ERP add 3A page 10
An experienced Engine Officer should know that in one and two story structures, where the amount of hose required is ____ lengths or less, the need to assist on the first hoseline is not as great and Engine Companies are generally capable of stretching and operating individually.
A: Four
B: Six
C: Eight
D: Ten
A-
In such cases, the officer of the second Engine Company should make contact with the officer of the first Engine Company to ascertain if their assistance is required.
Engine Ops 8.7
Which of the following operation features on the MSA Altair Digital Gas Meter is incorrect?
A: When the meter is powered on it will run through a self-check test which takes approximately 40 seconds
B: While air monitoring, the meter will emit a vibrating pulse and flashing green LED light every 3 seconds to alert the user that the meter is operating
C: In fresh air, the normal readings on the LCD should read 0% LEL and 20.8 for Oxygen
D: The meter will alarm at 10.0% for LEL, 23.5% for Oxygen Enriched, and 19.5% for Oxygen Deficient
B-
Every 30 seconds
EP Natural Gas add2 page 1-2
Officers should have chauffeurs avoid streets with chronic double parking problems. If, while responding, it becomes necessary to enter a block with double parked cars, all of the following actions would be correct except in which choice?
A: It shall be the officer’s responsibility to ensure that the apparatus is stopped if any doubt exists as to the ability of the apparatus to fit through the available space.
B: All personnel of the unit, under the direction of the officer in command, should be used to assist and guide the chauffeur.
C: The chauffeur should maintain a rate of speed that will permit the stopping of the apparatus before any contact is made with another vehicle.
D: The chauffeur must direct the movement of the apparatus.
D-
The officer in command must direct the movement of the apparatus.
SB 71 3.2.1
Which of the following is an incorrect statement made about the FDNY Foam Delivery System?
A: Each Engine company has been issued a handline foam educator, which flows 125 GPM, and an aerating foam nozzle; both carried in a pelican case
B: A first alarm assignment of three Engines and two Ladders should provide 13 five-gallon containers of foam which is a total of 65 gallons of Alcohol Resistant - Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AR-AFFF) foam solution
C: The first alarm assignment will be able to provide approximately 17 minutes of finished firefighting foam at a 3% setting on the educator with the aerating foam nozzle
D: When responding with the Foam Tanker, a maximum of two members, inclusive of the chauffeur, shall be permitted to ride in the Foam Tanker
B-
Foam CONCENTRATE
Read question and answers carefully. They changed this EXACT word on the 2005 Lts test
TB Foam pages 7-8
Lieutenant Smith was conducting a drill on under river rail operations when he made which incorrect comment regarding FDNY operations?
A: Most tubes have no access to the adjacent tube throughout the underwater areas. You cannot ride a train halfway across the river, get out of the train and cross over to the adjoining tube.
B: Personnel and evacuating passengers should walk between the running rails in the area of the drainage trough.
C: The force of an explosion may be magnified in such a confined area. A large enough explosion could cause the structure of the tube to fail and possibly flood.
D: Under river tubes are narrower than underground tunnels. There is very little space between the train and the tube.
B-
Personnel and evacuating passengers should walk in the area outside the rails, opposite to the third rail; be aware that the 3rd rail alternates sides.
Under River Rail Figure 1, 2.2.2
During a company drill, you ask the proby to make four points about the search rope. You corrected him in which point?
A: The search rope is made of either 5/16th diameter white nylon or a 7.5 mm diameter Kermantle design
B: The rope is 200 feet long with a snap hook at each end
C: Search rope shall be deployed in large area such as schools, office areas, and below grade areas.
D: Search rope will have a series of knots, which are used to identify direction to and distance from the tie off point
E: Spacing between the distance knots is approximately 18 inches
E-
A single direction knot is located 18 inches before the distance knots
TB Rope 6 pages 1-2
Which choice contains incorrect information regarding the diamond brazed saw blade?
A: The blade can cut case hardened locks, brick, bulletproof glass and plastic pipe.
B: The blade can cut wood and is recommended for this material.
C: If the blade becomes glazed over and cuts ineffectively, it can be cleaned by running the blade through an abrasive material such as concrete.
D: The blade generates 90% less sparks than abrasive blades.
B-
The blade can cut wood; however, this is not recommended.
TB Tools 9 Appx D DS 1
During an explosive and/or incendiary incident, there are several areas that have been established for units to report to upon arrival, such as POI (Point of Impact), Triage Transfer Point, Rescue Corridor, Patient Relay Point, and Transportation Sector. Select the most correct area the second engine officer should report to if both ladder companies are on scene
A: POI
B: Rescue Corridor
C: Patient Relay Point
D: Triage Transfer Point
D-
The 2nd arriving Engine Officer must remain at the Triage Transfer Point and assume control until relieved by a Battalion Chief
ERP add 3 sec 5.3.2
Row frame type buildings can be what type of construction?
A: balloon frame or platform frame construction
B: balloon frame or braced frame construction
C: platform frame or braced frame construction
D: balloon frame construction only
B-
RowFrames 5.1.3
All of the following points made about the Inflatable Soft Landing Mat are correct except?
A: If the landing mat is to be used in front of quarters, the apparatus must be removed and parked in a safe position outside
B: When the landing mat is positioned properly, the exhaust port may face directly away from the building or to either side. The exhaust port shall never be placed directly against the building wall
C: The landing mat and blower unit (two separate parts) are to be maintained as one complete unit
D: Due to the weight of the landing mat when folded, two members shall drag the landing mat into the area of intended use
D-
The landing mat must not be dragged to the intended area. Two members are required to lift and carry the mat to the area of intended use
TB Rope 1 Data Sheet 4 page 2
Members of Ladder 100 were training with the newly issued “floor jack”. The LCC was incorrect in which statement made during the drill?
A: Use the floor jack when the vehicle is on relatively flat, level surface. If the surface is not flat, consider other lifting devices.
B: If using the floor jack on rough or soft surface (grass, dirt, rocks, etc.) provide a suitable base of support.
C: Use cribbing during the lift in case of equipment or setup failure. Place cribbing at typical points that are suitable to support the load.
D: During the lifting process, proceed under the vehicle before or during the application of cribbing.
D-
During the lifting process, do not get under the vehicle until the vehicle has been cribbed. Similar to air bag operations, tighten the cribbing against the load and slowly lower the floor jack to place the load substantially on the cribbing.
TB Tools 37 5
The Roof FFs actions at a OLT fire can be found in all of the following choices except?
A: Whenever possible, the first and second Roof FFs should team up to safely complete roof duties
B: Upon arrival at the roof level, the Roof FF shall conduct a size-up of the roof for available vertical ventilation points including a visual survey of the exterior of the building
C: Look for any life hazards and reassess the ventilation profile of the fire conditions and communicate findings to the Ladder Company Officer
D: Unless addressing a known life hazard, upon hearing radio transmissions that the interior team has door control on the fire floor, or a charged hoseline is advancing into the fire apartment, the Roof FF shall immediately notified the Ladder Company Officer in the fire area and ask permission to vent the bulkhead
D-
The Roof FF shall immediately proceed to the bulkhead and perform vertical ventilation. If conditions are tenable, the member should reach in and probe the immediate area of the bulkhead for potential victims
Check out NOTE on page 15
Ladders 3 page 14
CFR-D Units must immediately begin packaging efforts while simultaneously treating a life threat when a patient is determined to be?
A: Critical only
B: Critical or potentially unstable
C: Critical or unstable
D: Critical, unstable or potentially unstable
C-
CFR-D Manual Chapter 2
C. If the patient is critical or unstable, packaging efforts must begin immediately while treating life threats. 3.12
All of the following are “URGENT” transmissions except?
A: Discovering a structural problem indicating the danger of a collapse
B: Fire entering an exposure
C: Loss of water
D: Change in conditions that will severely impact an operation or safety of members
E: Lost member located
E-
Lost or trapped member located is a MayDay transmission
Comm ch 9 pages 8-12
Most fire victims found during primary searches are usually found in specific areas. Which area is not described correctly?
A: Within the area of fire origin.
B: In a path leading from the area of fire origin towards an exit.
C: On the top floor of fireproof multiple dwellings.
D: In hallways and stairways in fireproof multiple dwellings.
C-
On the top floor of non-fireproof multiple dwellings.
Also in the apartment or occupancy directly above the fire in non-fireproof multiple dwellings.
TB Search 13.3
Choose the incorrect vent and search procedure at a OLT
A: After duties on the roof have been completed, the Roof FF shall descend the rear fire escape to team up with the OV FF to VEIS
B: Where the fire is in the front of the building and there are three or four apartments on a floor, the OV and Chauffeur will be teamed up in the front of the building
C: The Ladder Company Officer shall be notified when and where the search will commence
D: Should a FF be caught in the public hall while moving from the rear to front apartment when the door to the fire apartment is opened below, they may be exposed to severe heat, smoke and flame, placing member in an extremely precarious position. In this event, FF should duck walk to the nearest staircase
D-
In this event, drop to the floor and slide or roll to the nearest wall
Ladders 3 pages 21-22
Members of a busy Brooklyn Engine Company training on the removal of a distressed member were incorrect in which comment?
A: If a member in distress reaches an area of refuge, he/she may be instructed to stay where they are.
B: The HT EAB beacon tones take priority over received audio and the HT that transmitted the emergency will cut off incoming transmissions to the member in distress in order to sound the beacon at regular intervals (every 4 seconds).
C: The FAST unit shall not be returned to service prior to their arrival on the scene unless the incident is placed “Probably Will Hold” or “Under Control”.
D: The activation of the PASS alarm may make it difficult for the distressed member to hear incoming transmissions. The member may be advised to keep the remote microphone close enough to continue to monitor HT messages.
C-
The FAST unit shall not be returned to service prior to their arrival on the scene unless the incident is placed “Under Control”.
The FAST unit shall not be used to provide relief for operating units until the fire has been declared “Under Control”.
MMID Ch 4 6.4, 6.5, 7.1, 7.2
Answer the following according to Chief Dunn’s book “Collapse of Burning Buildings” 2nd edition…….There are 3 ways wood floors can collapse during a fire, such as a floor deck collapse, floor beam collapse, and multilevel floor collapse. Which is the deadliest type
A: Floor deck collapse
B: Floor beam collapse
C: Multilevel floor collapse
D: Tail beam collapse
C-
this type of collapse triggers the subsequent collapse of floors below and one or more enclosing walls
A-only the wood deck is burned through leaving the joists intact
B-several joists may fail, causing a localized failure of a section of floor (more deadly than a floor deck collapse)
Dunn ch 6
Commanding officers shall file and retain all official records, reports and communications originating in or received in their units. Reports received shall be filed at point of final receipt, and copies of all reports forwarded retained at points of origination for at least?
A: 6 months
B: 1 year
C: 2 years
D: 10 years
B-
Reports of deaths, accidents, injuries to civilians or members, and other unusual occurrences shall be retained until otherwise directed.
Regs 15 3.7
When setting up a TL, grades up to _____ percent may be treated as level ground?
A: 2
B: 4
C: 10
D: 15
B-
Ladders 6 sec 3.4.5
Which of the following is least indicative of a wind impacted fire?
A: smoke and fire venting downward from an opening in the building
B: smoke and fire venting horizontally from an opening in the building
C: smoke and fire pulsing from an opening in the building
D: smoke and fire venting outwards and upwards from an opening in the building
D-
Ventilation 4.1
When climbing an Aerial Ladder, what is the only tool that need not be carried?
A: Axe
B: Halligan
C: Maul
D: Hook
D-
Ladders 2 sec 7.15.1
The other tool (axe, halligan) is carried and the hook is extended arm’s length overhead and hooked on a rung. It is not touched again until the member has climbed to a position where the top of the hook is about knee level.
Ascending or descending, the hook should be placed on a rung of the ladder before the member steps on the aerial ladder
Company Officers of CFR-D Units shall ensure that ____ CFR-D Firefighters will be working each tour.
A: 1
B: 2
C: 3
D: 4
B-
CFR-D Manual Chapter 2
B. 1.7
Officers shall notify their respective Battalion for needed details prior to the start of the tour
Which “10” code would you transmit for a broken sprinkler pipe?
A: 10-34-1
B: 10-34-2
C: 10-34-3
D: 10-35-1
A-
Comm ch 8 page 9
10-34-1 Defective sprinkler device or system (defective alarm valve, broken pipe, etc.)
10-34-2 Unwarranted sprinkler alarm-NOT DEFECTIVE (surge in pressure, people working on the system)
10-34-3 Sprinkler has been activated by heat source not associated with an accidental fire
10-35-1 Unnecessary alarm caused by alarm system testing or servicing (excluding a sprinkler system)
Your Engine Company was tasked with supervising the operation of the fire pumps at a high rise office building fire. The building engineer is not present. When the command to shut down the building fire pumps is received, the first step is to?
A: Push “off” button.
B: Open circuit breakers.
C: Open knife switch (off position).
D: Return pump position lever to lowest speed.
D-
The pumps are deactivated by reversing the starting procedure.
1. Return pump position lever to lowest speed.
2. Push “off” button.
3. Open circuit breakers.
4. Open knife switch (off position).
5. Advise the Incident Command Post that the pumps have been deactivated.
High Rise Office Buildings 4.1.8 K
An inboard side of an Aerial apparatus should not be more than _____ from the building line?
A: 15 feet
B: 25 feet
C: 35 feet
D: 45 feet
C-
Ladders 2 sec 8.6
Your unit is operating at a fire-related collapse, where the only victims are FDNY members. You know all of the following to be correct in this operation except in which choice?
A: The survival of the victims depends on reaching them first, preferably with a hoseline.
B: The trapped victims should be provided a spare SCBA or the FAST-PAK.
C: Attach a search rope to the person to lead other rescuers directly to him/her.
D: If a member becomes trapped in a collapse, the member should not activate the emergency alert tone due to the confusion it creates when activated in void spaces.
D-
If a member becomes trapped in a collapse, the member should activate the emergency alert tone. If the member is unable to activate the tone on their own, the IC can activate the Emergency Alert Tone Assisted Rescue Procedure.
Collapse 11.4 p28
When placing a portable ladder against a fire escape, the tip of the ladder should be how much above the fire escape railing?
A: Even with the fire escape railing
B: Slightly above the fire escape railing
C: 2 inches above the fire escape railing
D: 2 feet above the fire escape railing
B-
Ladders 1 sec 7.4
In order to account for members eligible for Chauffeur Training School, Company Commanders shall forward Form CT-1 to their Administrative Division semi-annually by?
A: January 1st and July 1st.
B: February 1st and August 1st.
C: October 1st and April 1st.
D: May 1st and November 1st.
B-
AUC 254 2.10
Which choice below contains incorrect information regarding depressed rear courtyards which may be found in older cast iron loft buildings?
A: Loft buildings 100 feet in depth will have limited rear access and maneuverability for firefighting. This is partially due to their close proximity to adjoining buildings in the rear.
B: Rear courtyards, some with fire escapes, may access 3 stories below grade and add to the operational complexity and limitations.
C: Lightweight sheds were built to enclose depressed courtyards and provide natural light below grade. Sheds may have had their wire glass roofs tarred or planked over for security reasons.
D: Lightweight shed roofs may be mistaken as weight-bearing and do not provide effective ventilation for sub-level or first floor fires.
D-
Shed roofs, once removed, may provide effective ventilation points for sub-level and first floor fires.
Lofts 5.1.12
If an aluminum portable ladder is to be left unattended, who should secure it at the tip from being dislodged from its position by the wind or the impact of water from a hoseline or a large caliber stream?
A: First member that climbs ladder
B: Last member that climbs ladder
C: A member ordered to by the IC
D: Member from the FAST Unit
A-
Ladders 1 sec 7.5.3
Which choice contains correct information regarding the request of one of FDNY’s “Public Assembly Night Teams” on a Friday night at 0100 hours?
A: Only a Chief Officer may call for the assistance of the Public Assembly Night Team, which shall be accomplished by calling the Fire Department Operations Center.
B: Only a rank of Company Officer or above may call for the assistance of the Public Assembly Night Team, which shall be accomplished by calling the Fire Department Operations Center.
C:✘Only a Chief Officer may call for the assistance of the Public Assembly Night Team, which shall be accomplished by calling the Public Assembly Night Team directly.
D: Only a rank of Company Officer or above may call for the assistance of the Public Assembly Night Team, which shall be accomplished by calling the Public Assembly Night Team directly.
A-
BISP Ch 5 Ref 9.1 1-2.2
A Captain discussing a recent taxpayer fire his unit operated at correctly told his new probationary firefighter that all of the following can influence the severity of a backdraft except?
A: Type of gases, their temperature, pressure and make up.
B: Size and location of the areas involved. Type and size of openings made by the Fire Department.
C: The proximity of openings in relation to the hoseline.
D: The amount of turbulence in the building caused by the direction and velocity of the wind and hose streams directed in the building.
C-
The proximity of openings in relation to the fire.
Taxpayer 4.4.1 C
Who is expected to bring the Post Radio to an upper floor of a High-Rise fire if the first arriving Battalion is delayed and the second engine has already ascended to the upper floors?
A: Third arriving engine officer
B: Fourth arriving engine officer
C: Third arriving ladder officer
D: Member operating the firemen’s service elevator
D-
Upon arrival 2 floors below the fire floor, the elevator operator will contact the second engine officer. The second engine officer shall then ensure that the Post Radio is obtained from the member operating the elevator.
Comm ch 12 page 8
If you receive an allegation of theft by your members which took place during building inspection, you would be most correct to?
A: Immediately notify the Inspector General.
B: Notify the Inspector General in writing.
C: Immediately notify BITS.
D: Notify BITS in writing.
A-
AUC 268A 2.1.10
