Exam 9

Question 1

Question 1:
The Fire Department’s “Reduced Response to Class “E” and “J” Alarms” Policy has a positive impact on overall unit availability. Of the following choices, which is incorrect?
A: One Engine or one Ladder Company with a Battalion Chief will be assigned to all Class “E” alarms citywide, on a 24 hour basis.
B: One Engine or one Ladder Company with a Battalion Chief shall be assigned to hotel occupancies (Class “J” Alarms) from 0700 hours through 1900 hours citywide.
C: From 1900 to 0700 hours, units will be assigned to Class ”J” alarms as per box assignments.
D: Under this policy, a subsequent alarm of any type from the same address shall result in immediate notification to the Battalion Chief and the single response Engine or Ladder. Only a Battalion Chief may order additional units.

Answer 1

D
Explanation:
Under this policy, a subsequent alarm of any type from the same address shall call for the “remainder of the full first alarm assignment.”
ABC 5-94 1.2, 1.3, 2.6

Question 2

Question 2:
Battalion 12 responds to a 10-77. Who shall confirm the evacuation stairway door(s) have been closed on the fire floor and are maintained in a closed position?
A: The 1st Ladder Company Officer
B: The 2nd Ladder Company Officer
C: The 3rd Ladder Company Officer
D: The 4th Ladder Company Officer

Answer 2

C
Explanation:
B. The 2nd truck inside team maintains the evacuation stairway door/s closed and initiates the search of public hallway on the fire floor.
C. 3rd truck officer confirms MD 6.16.2

Question 3

Question 3:
You are the IC for several minutes at a fire on the 3rd floor of a 6 sty  100x100 H-Type multiple dwelling when an EAB activation occurs. You look down on your HT screen and it shows the numerical identification 7081005. As a recently promoted BC, you would know this to be who?
A: L-81 Officer
B: L-81 Roof
C: L-81 OV
D: L-81 Irons

Answer 3

D
Explanation:
E-81 Control Comm ch 11 add 2 page 3
A- 7081001
B- 7081003
C- 7081004
E- 5081005

Question 4

Question 4:
Special Calls and the transmission of additional alarms at fires in multiple dwellings is a particular responsibility of chief officers. Which of the following statements is incorrect regarding the general rules related to special calls?
A: Special call an additional engine and truck for a medium fire condition in a new law tenement when it is anticipated that two lines will be required.
B: Transmit a second alarm for a fire on two floors in an old law or new law tenement.
C: Transmit a third alarm for an old law tenement fire that is extending into two exposures.
D: A second alarm will generally be necessary at an H-type building when two floors are involved or at extensive cockloft fires.

Answer 4

B
Explanation:
Multiple Dwellings
A -- Correct -- Section 5.5.2
C -- Correct -- Section 3.4.6
D -- Correct -- Section 5.5.2
B -- Incorrect -- Section 3.4.6 -- For two floors of fire special call an additional engine and truck. If progress is not made on at least one floor in a short period of time, transmit a second alarm.

Question 5

Question 5:
Safety is of the utmost importance at a manhole incident. Which choice is not in accordance with FDNY policy?
A: The utility company will dispatch an emergency crew immediately upon receipt of a 10-25 Code 1 or Code 4 signal. If all crews are engaged, utility company will detach a crew operating at other than a Code 1 or Code 4 signal and direct such crew to respond immediately.
B: Units should be alert to the possibility that a manhole/transformer incident could have damaged the adjacent gas piping. If an odor of natural gas is encountered at these incidents, the dispatcher must be notified to request the immediate response of a utility’s gas crew in addition to their electric crew.
C: Downed overhead primary and secondary wires have the potential to damage underground gas piping. Only steel, cast iron and copper piping can be impacted by burning, arching or smoldering electric cables. Plastic piping will generally not be affected.
D: The area shall be cordoned off to vehicular and pedestrian traffic. All apparatus shall be clear of the area in a safe location. Area shall be taped off. This marks the danger area for civilians and FD personnel.

Answer 5

C
Explanation:
C. Downed overhead primary and secondary wires have the potential to damage underground gas piping. All gas piping (plastic, steel, cast iron and copper) can be impacted by burning, arching or smoldering electric cables.
AUC 180 1.3, 1.4, 2.1

Question 6

Question 6:
Today is December 22, 2018, and you are working in B-99 for the 6x9 tour. While enjoying a great steak dinner made ladder company L-200, you receive a phone call from a young lieutenant (E-200) who is housed with L-100 within your battalion. He informs you that he reasonably suspects that the FFs from E-200 have engaged in drinking alcohol while on duty. From the list below, choose the incorrect procedure you tell him to do in this case.
A: Prohibit on and off-duty members at the time of discovery of any violation of this policy from leaving premises without permission of the investigating officer. If any member is permitted to leave premises during an investigation, the investigating officer shall document the reason for the release in a report to be sent to the Chief of Department via the chain of command
B: Immediately relieve the on-duty member(s) from emergency duty response duty
C: Immediately place E-200 and L-100 OOS
D: Immediately notify BITS and document incident in the company journal

Answer 6

C
Explanation:
Immediately have affected unit placed OOS (E-200)
AUC 202 sec 5.5

Question 7

Question 7:
To resolve a dispute between two Staten Island BCs, the DC pointed out which incorrect statement?
A: BFUs are always in service and can be special-called to any incident.
B: When the services of a BFU is required during periods when the BFUs are not independently staffed, the associated engine company or another trained engine company will be assigned to respond with and staff the BFU.
C: The Incident Commander may only request an engine company in quarters respond with the BFU if practical. Engines responding shall not be redirected to pick up these units.
D: Firefighters and/or officers of units quartered with BFUs may be detailed to the BFUs if, in the opinion of the Battalion Chief having jurisdiction, it will maximize the operating efficiency of the concerned units.

Answer 7

C
Explanation:
C) The Incident Commander may request that an engine company still responding to the scene be redirected to pick up and respond with the BFU if practical.
AUC 151 4.5.2 C, D, F

Question 8

Question 8:
Prior to a Tunnel Rescue Task Force Drill, Chief Hotair was discussing the capabilities of the Draeger EDSCBA. Which of the following statements regarding the use/capabilities of this Mask is incorrect?
A: The Draeger BG4 will provide the user up to 4 hours of useable air
B: The Draeger BG4 requires an Ice block only when in use at ambient temperates above 32 degree Fahrenheit.
C: The Draeger BG4 has a warning alarm that operates when approximately 30 minutes of operational time remains.
D: The Draeger BG4 shall not be used with an operational plan that exceeds 3 hrs & 30 minutes.

Answer 8

C
Explanation:
Training Bulletin SCBA Addendum 4
Choice C is incorrect -- Warning alarm operates when approximately 60 minutes of operational time remains. 6.1.4.
A -- Correct 2.1
B -- Correct 2.3
D -- Correct 6.1.3

Question 9

Question 9:
All of the following are appropriate minimum safe operating distances for applying water on energized or de-energized electrical components at Con Edison facilities except in which choice?
A: 15 feet on live 138 kV electrical components for 30 degree or greater fog streams.
B: Approximately one and one-half (1½) lengths of hose on live 138 kV electrical components for all straight or solid streams and streams less than 30 degree fog.
C: Approximately two (2) lengths of hose on live 345 kV electrical components for all straight or solid streams and streams less than 30 degree fog.
D: Approximately one-half (½) length of hose on live 345 kV electrical components for 30 degree or greater fog streams.

Answer 9

C
Explanation:
C) Approximately two and one-half (2 ½) lengths of hose on live 345 kV electrical components for all straight or solid streams and streams less than 30 degree fog.
AUC 338 5.3

Question 10

Question 10:
At a recent chemical suicide in the woods of Staten Island, the BC was correct when he considered _____ the primary hazard for first responders?
A: Inhalation
B: Skin absorption or caustic-acid contamination
C: Flammability
D: Blood-Borne pathogens

Answer 10

A
Explanation:
Haz Mat 11 sec 2

Question 11

Question 11:
24 hours prior to a hurricane, a battalion chief must complete certain duties. Choose the incorrect duty
A: Begin a Log Book to record all hurricane related activities and messages
B: Ensure battalion “go bag” is ready to be moved
C: Distribute extra Post Radios to companies that may be operating in isolated areas
D: Ensure the receipt of completion report or copy of 24 hour checklist from companies
E: Forward completion report or copy of battalion 24 hour checklist to OEM (Office of Emergency Management)

Answer 11

E
Explanation:
Forward to Division
Look at the "go-bag" it contains telephone numbers, Notification cards, Chargers for tools and radio/extra batteries, and Hurricane Binder and Log Book
AUC 159 add 3 Battalion 24 checklist

Question 12

Question 12:
Battalion 99 returns from a multiple alarm fire where they were the all hands chief. A preliminary inspection of his PSS was normal on the outside, but revealed black discoloration on the rope inside. What is the appropriate action to take next by this chief officer?
A: Place the battalion out of service pending a changeover of the chief’s PSS System.
B: Utilize the spare repacking kit while awaiting a replacement PSS from the Rope Unit.
C: Decontaminate the PSS using a mild detergent, sponge and water.
D: Place the Battalion in service.

Answer 12

D
Explanation:
Training Bulletin Rope 4
D is Correct – 5.4.3 – Over time, the rope can be discolored in spots by contact with the liner indicated by dark shading to the rope. The discoloration of the rope due to dye does not affect the load bearing capacities of the rope. The inside liner of the bag is dyed black…
A – Incorrect for rope discoloration
B – Incorrect – If necessary, would come from the Division 6.2
C – Incorrect – Procedure if fire ground contaminants. 6.8.1

Question 13

Question 13:
Members may be granted time off for school variances to further their education.  When a member owes \_\_\_\_ hours of excusal time for a period of \_\_\_\_\_ or more days no further excusal time shall be allowed.
A: 24, 15
B: 24, 30
C: 36, 15
D: 36, 30

Answer 13

D
Explanation:
PA/ID 1-72 School Attendance Variances 3.4.2
D. Members shall repay excusal time asap, at their convenience. No time limitations for repayment shall be imposed as long as a member is enrolled. However, when a member owes 36 hours of excusal time for a period of 30 or more days no further excusal time shall be allowed.

Question 14

Question 14:
When considering the use of an exterior stream to attack a burning EIFS on the exterior of a building, you would be correct to know that a Tower Ladder solid stream with a 2” tip, and supplied with 100 psi, has a vertical reach (from the tip of the nozzle) of?
A: 135’
B: 110’
C: 75’
D: 40

Answer 14

A
Explanation:
AUC 362 3.1

Question 15

Question 15:
A newly promoted BC operating at a HRFPMD fire would be correct to know which unit/s will bring their Window Blankets to the floor above?
A: Both the Rescue floor above team and the Squad floor above team
B: The entire Rescue company
C: The entire Squad company
D: The 1st and 3rd arriving Roof FF’s

Answer 15

A
Explanation:
TB Tools 3 2.2-3.1

Question 16

Question 16:
You have just been designated the evacuation supervisor for a train derailment at Liberty and Pennsylvania avenue in the Borough of Brooklyn. When it comes to the evacuation procedures, all of procedures listed below are correct except?
A: Whenever evacuation or removal of passengers from a train to the track or benchwall is contemplated, the power shall be ordered off
B: Under no circumstances are FDNY members to operate on track areas unless notified via FDNY dispatcher that the power is off. This may be ignored if life is in imminent peril
C: The evacuation of passengers from under river tubes should take place towards any fan operating in the exhaust mode
D: In a smoke condition, the track bed may be more comfortable for the passengers than the benchwall/catwalk, since the track bed may be below the smoke level. However, both the track bed and benchwall are acceptable avenues of evacuation

Answer 16

C
Explanation:
Away from any fan operated in the exhaust mode
AUC 207 add 8 sec 5
Also see: Under River Rail operations sec 4.6 If possible, exhaust smoke and other contaminants away from evacuating passengers by using the fans on one side in the supply mode while using fans on the opposite end in the exhaust mode
Also look at Under River Rail Operations page 1 figure 1….It is unsafe to walk between the running rails (trackbed) due to the drainage trough….Personnel and evacuating passengers should walk in the area OUTSIDE the rails, opposite to the 3rd rail.

Question 17

Question 17:
In preparation for Brush Fire season, a group of BC’s met to discuss operations at a previous fire on a hillside. Which action taken during the operation was correct according to department guidelines?
A: Units were positioned at the top of the hill to cut off rapid fire extension and provide an attack on the fire.
B: Additional units were positioned to attack the fire from the left and right flanks and then moved to the interior burning areas.
C: Large caliber streams were used to break up heat waves and provide a water curtain to protect exposures.
D: Operating landlines were directed at the flames above the brush to provide a wide area of penetration and cover a greater area.

Answer 17

B
Explanation:
AUC 151 – Brush fires
A - Incorrect - Position units at the top of the hill to protect exposures, but attack the fire from the bottom and work up. 5.4.16
B – Correct 5.4.10
C – Incorrect - Attempting to break up heat waves by using a water curtain is generally ineffective. Instead utilize streams to apply water directly to exposures. 5.4.17
D – Incorrect - Streams should be directed at the burning brush not at the flames burning above the brush. 5.4.13…

Question 18

Question 18:
It is critical for first responding units, including the BC, to address street management and fire control at collapse operations. Select the most correct street management option at a collapse operation.
A: All ambulances need to be close to the scene to provide supplies for triage and initial treatment
B: Later arriving apparatus should be parked away from the scene in a secondary staging area
C: Aerial ladders should be placed in front of the collapsed structure, but outside of the collapse zone
D: The first two arriving engines shall seal off the ends of the street

Answer 18

B
Explanation:
Collapse Operations pages 6 and 7
A- First arriving ambulances need to be close to the scene to provide supplies for triage and initial treatment. Additional units should stage away from the operations site, in an area where egress can be made once patients have been loaded for transport
C- Tower ladders should be placed in front of the collapsed structure, outside of the collapse danger zone
D- Two of the second alarm engine companies should be used to seal off the ends of the street

Question 19

Question 19:
You are giving a drill on Subway Station Track Identification Signs and make the following statements: 1) The  signs have a red background with white lettering......2) The signs have the name of the station on them.....3) The signs have  a "You Are Here" indicator on them......4) The direction and distance to the nearest emergency exit, and its identification number are written on them. If there is not an emergency exit before the next station, then the identification of the next station is listed on the signs.....5) The signs have the normal train movement at the location ; NB or SB on them......6) The signs are located at all token booths........Select the correct statements
A: 1,2,3,4,5,6
B: 1,2,3,4,5
C: 2,3,4,5,6
D: 2,3,4,5
E: 2,4,5

Answer 19

B
Explanation:
These signs are located at the end of each platform
Also: As an alternative, FDNY can use the train’s destination as a point of reference when giving the train’s direction of travel e.g., Brooklyn bound; Manhattan bound
AUC 207 add 4 sec 1

Question 20

Question 20:
An EEO complaint can be filed directly with the EEO Officer. The member can contact the EEO Officer in a number of different ways. Of the following ways, which is described incorrectly?
A: Directly in person at the Fire Department’s Headquarters by appointment (the member must request permission from the EEO Officer prior to leaving the job site).
B: By e-mail directly to the EEO Office
C: Indirectly, with assistance from an EEO counselor. EEO counselors are uniformed and civilian employees who have received specialized training in EEO matters and work closely with the EEO Officer.
D: By mail, submitting a letter/memorandum or the EEO Complaint form. Also, by telephone.

Answer 20

A
Explanation:
Directly in person at the Fire Department’s Headquarters by appointment (the member must request permission from his/her SUPERVISOR prior to leaving the job site).
PAID 1-77 5.2

Question 21

Question 21:
The incorrect procedure when using the TAC “U” channel can be found in which choice?
A: When the TAC “U” channel is activated, all operating units shall remain on the Primary Tactical channel unless specifically instructed to switch to another channel
B: Each Battalion is provided with a yellow FAST Unit H/T that has the capability to operate on the TAC “U” channel
C: The Operations Chief will designate a Battalion Chief (preferably the Rescue Operations Chief or Haz-Mat Battalion Chief) to have direct control over FD units operating on the TAC “U” channel
D: The IC will consult with the ranking on-scene police officer when activating the TAC “U” channel when Hazardous Materials Operations involving members of at least 2 FDNY units

Answer 21

D
Explanation:
The IC will consult with the ranking on-scene police officer when activating the TAC “U” channel when Hazardous Materials Operations involving ENTRY BY MEMBERS OF BOTH DEPARTMENTS INTO A HAZARDOUS AREA
Also: Zone “A” channel 13 is designated as the TAC “U” channel. This channel transmits at 5 watts…..All FDNY Units have this capability
Communications ch 14 add 2 pages 1-2

Question 22

Question 22:
Proper line placement is as much a Chief Officer’s responsibility as it is an Engine Officer. Which of the following incorrectly describes line placement at a fire in an old law tenement building?
A: At a heavy fire in the cellar of an Old Law Tenement, the IC orders the second handline to be advanced into the cellar via the exterior entrance.
B: At an advanced store fire with extension to the floor above, the IC orders the second handline stretched to the first floor hallway to protect the egress of civilians down the interior stairs.
C: At a top floor fire with heavy extension into the cockloft, the IC orders the cockloft nozzle to the top floor and a handline to the roof.
D: At a fire involving multiple floors, the IC ordered the 3rd handline stretched via the interior stairs to cover the upper floors.

Answer 22

D
Explanation:
Multiple Dwellings
A – 4.2.3 Correct
B – 4.3.1/4.3.6 Correct
C – 4.6.3 Correct – When deemed necessary is the exact wording
D – 3.2.11 – 3rd line in a building should usually be stretched via fire escape of rope stretch via window. This is especially true in OLT’s because the stairway is narrow and the stretching of the 3rd line would result in congestion and inability to move any of the hoselines…

Question 23

Question 23:
The Post Radio shall be fully charged when?
A: Monthly
B: Weekly
C: Daily
D: Each tour

Answer 23

B
Explanation:
The Post Radio shall be fully charged (whether used or not) and after each use for at least 8 hours
Post Radio is carried on every battalion vehicle
The Post Radio transmits at 45 watts
Also: In case of emergency, the IC may switch the Post Radio to the tactical channel to broadcast their message. This should be done only for emergency transmissions
Communications ch 12 page 12-1

Question 24

Question 24:
An experienced BC would know which choice below contains incorrect information regarding the effects of a fire environment?
A: Flashover is the transition in the development of a compartment fire when surfaces exposed to thermal radiation from fire gases in excess of 1100°F reach ignition temperature more or less simultaneously.
B: The increased heat release rates of modern fires create more convective heat along the flow path from the fire area.
C: Radiant heat is absorbed by members’ personal protective equipment (PPE) at a faster rate than convective heat, putting members at greater risk of burns.
D: Fire and smoke should be venting outwards and upwards. If the smoke and fire are venting downward, horizontally or pulsing from an opening in the building, this indicates the fire conditions may be wind impacted.

Answer 24

C
Explanation:
C) Convective heat is absorbed by members’ personal protective equipment (PPE) at a faster rate than radiant heat, putting members at greater risk of burns.
Ventilation Glossary, 3.1, 4.1, 8.1.1

Question 25

Question 25:
When the IC decides to discontinue an interior attack and institute an exterior attack, the IC shall immediately press their Emergency Alert Button, and then transmit a message in which correct format?
A: MAYDAY-MAYDAY-MAYDAY, Command to all units, MAYDAY-ALL UNITS-MAYDAY, BACKOUT, BACKOUT
B: URGENT-URGENT-URGENT, Command to all units, URGENT-ALL UNITS-URGENT, BACKOUT, BACKOUT
C: Command to all units, MAYDAY, GET OUT OF BUILDING, GET OUT OF BUILDING
D: Command to all units, URGENT, GET OUT OF BUILDING, GET OUT OF BUILDING

Answer 25

B
Explanation:
The IC shall then ensure a roll call is conducted immediately and all members accounted for
C- This is for Collapse Imminent
Communications ch 9 pages 9-4 and 9-10

Question 26

Question 26:
The most correct signal to transmit for a rubbish fire on the subway tracks is?
A: 10-31
B: 10-27
C: 10-28-1
D: 10-28-2
E: 10-28-3

Answer 26

D
Explanation:
A- Assist Civilian
B- Compactor or Incinerator Fire
C- Structural Fire
E- Emergency (Non-Medical )
Communications ch 8 page 9

Question 27

Question 27:
At a HRFPMD fire, all of the following are correct regarding a “flanking attack” when the door to the fire apartment has been left open except?
A: This option is available based on the location of the fire apartment, the location of a stairway closer to the selected apartment, and the interior hallway conditions.
B: Enter an adjoining apartment to apply the hose stream to the fire room or fire apartment via a breached wall adjacent to the fire area, if this adjoining area can be accessed and occupied safely.
C: Once access is obtained to the adjoining apartment the hoseline will be stretched via the fire floor public hallway into the adjoining apartment to operate into the fire apartment.
D: A small opening can be made in the adjoining wall to the fire room as close to the exterior wall as possible, so as not to create a flow path. Initially, the hole in the wall should be only large enough for the main stream tip of the nozzle to be placed into the opening allowing the stream to be directed at the ceiling of the fire room.

Answer 27

C
Explanation:
C. This would only be correct if the fire apartment door was CLOSED.
Once access is obtained to the adjoining apartment, the door to that apartment must remain closed and the hoseline stretched to this adjoining apartment from the apartment below via an exterior window or balcony using a utility rope.
MD Add 3 4.2.4

Question 28

Question 28:
You are the incident commander responding to a confirmed fire on the 34th floor of a High-Rise building. Which is the only correct statement regarding High Pressure pumping related to this operation?
A: Prior to the arrival of the designated BC, the high pressure pumping operation can be implemented.
B: If required, a maximum of 1 length of High Pressure hose should be used between the FD Connection and Apparatus. Relay can be used to achieve this.
C: Under normal conditions, conventional engine companies can be used during this operation to supply the standpipe system.
D: High Pressure pumping operations are not required at this fire.

Answer 28

A
Explanation:
Engine Operations Chapter 9 Addendum 1
A – Correct 3.1
B – Incorrect – Maximum of 2 lengths 3.1
C – Incorrect – Specially trained and equipped high pressure or 3rd stage engines must use their high pressure hose fittings and tether straps. All engines, including conventional engines, are capable or providing pressures over 250 psi. However, unless emergency conditions exist and they are ordered to do so by the IC, conventional engines should not operate in pressures exceeding 250 psi. Sec 1.4
Table 1 shows the standard flow/pressure charts of FDNY engines 3.1
D – Incorrect – High Pressure pumping operations are required at this box. See Table 2 under sec 2.1 & section 1.4.

Question 29

Question 29:
Engine 99 was conducting a drill on air pressurized standpipes when BC Riser arrived at quarters. Chief Riser began to make points about these types of systems. Which statement made by the chief officer is incorrect?
A: Once the air is expelled from the system, the manual air release can be supplied in the same manner as you would supply the first floor outlet
B: Buildings are required to have the number of release valved so that are pressure shall be expelled in no more than 3 minutes.
C: Breakaway caps are an indication that the system is an air pressurized system.
D: Air pressurized systems are required to be marked by a red light and a sign indicating that the system is pressurized.

Answer 29

C
Explanation:
Engine Operations Chapter 9 Addendum 2
A - 2.10
B - 2.2
D - 2.6
C - Screw-in type siamese caps are required in order to provide the air tight seal necessary for an air pressurized standpipe system. 2.7.

Question 30

Question 30:
Communications at brush fires are difficult at times, especially when units are spread out over a large geographic area. To overcome the communications difficulties at these incidents, all of the following can be utilized except?
A: Use the capabilities of the Field Communications Unit
B: Use the capabilities of the Communications Unit
C: Utilize the Post Radio on the Command channel
D: Utilize the Borough dispatcher when units are out of H/T range
E: Utilize the Logistics Unit Leader to maintain status information of all resources allocated to the incident

Answer 30

E
Explanation:
AUC 151 sec 5.9.1
Resource unit leader

Question 31

Question 31:
According to Brannigan, what is the principle smoke moving mechanism in a High-Rise fire?

A: Thermal energy of the fire

B: Wind

C: HVAC systems

D: Stack effect

Answer 31

A
Explanation:
Brannigan Ch 11

Question 32

Question 32:
During a busy day tour working in Battalion 3, you receive a phone call that a member of Engine 2 was injured while sliding the pole in quarters during a CFRD response. Of the following choices, which is incorrect?
A: Battalion Chiefs shall be responsible for investigating all injuries occurring in quarters.
B: Particular attention shall be given to injuries at or immediately after the change of tours.
C: Battalion chiefs shall be responsible for the condition, efficiency and manning of each unit in their Battalion, and when necessary, provide details of members to such units.
D: A report with full particulars shall be forwarded to the Chief of Safety.

Answer 32

D
Explanation:
A report with full particulars shall be forwarded to the Chief of Operations.
Regs 7.5.1, 7.5.3

Question 33

Question 33:
In question 6, you advised the young Lt from E-200 on the proper procedures on what to do when members are suspected of drinking alcohol on-duty early into the 6x9 tour. As a chief officer, you have certain duties that you must adhere to involving this same incident. Choose the incorrect duty.
A: Notify the Command Chief through the chain of command
B: Notify the Borough Command through the chain of command
C: Ensure that the Lts notifications and duties found in AUC 202 have been made
D: Consult with Command Chief to designate an officer as the investigating officer

Answer 33

B
Explanation:
This was the 6x9 tour.
The notification of the Borough Command through the chain of command shall be on weekdays 0800 hours to 1600 hours or the Command Chief at all other times (nights, weekends, and holidays)
Choice D is correct as written. AUC 202 sec 5.6

Question 34

Question 34:
You are the chief officer on the scene of a major collapse of a 6 story 100x100 multiple dwelling.  Prior to the arrival of the deputy, you determine that the Collapse Pod will be required in addition to the Collapse units assigned on the  10-60.  Which officer can call for the response of this special unit?
A: Command Chief
B: Deputy Chief
C: Battalion Chief
D: Rescue or Squad Company Officer

Answer 34

A
Explanation:
Communications Chapter 7
A is correct. Only the command chief can order the response of these units. 7.5 pg 7-9…

Question 35

Question 35:
Operations receives a complaint about excessive noise from our apparatus and it trickles down to the chiefs to remind their members about FDNY Regulations. When responding to alarms, bells, air horns, or sirens shall be sounded with a frequency depending upon conditions enroute. These warning signals shall be dispensed with, when consistent with safety, in the immediate vicinity of all the following places except?
A: Hospitals and theaters
B: Residential areas during school hours
C: Churches
D: Occupancies where large numbers of people are likely to be assembled

Answer 35

B
Explanation:
Regulations 11.1.16
B. Discretion shall also be used when passing through hotel and residential districts during the night. These signals shall be dispensed with, when consistent with safety, in the immediate vicinity of hospitals, theaters, churches or other occupancies where large numbers of people are likely to be assembled.

Question 36

Question 36:
Click ABC 6-2009 BISP Ch 4 Add 6 BISP Ch 5 Ref 8.3 PAID 3-84 SB 56 for the in basket for the last 5 questions. During your annual inspection of a large theater which seats 900 people, you find that the venue does not have “Place of Assembly Certificate of Operation” issued by the DOB commissioner.  You would be correct to direct the accompanying unit to take which action?
A: Issue an immediate criminal summons
B: Issue FDNY Summons (VC 19)
C: Issue a VO (EG-7)
D: Immediately request a DOB response

Answer 36

B
Explanation:
BISP Ch 5 Ref 8.3 p7

Question 37

Click ABC 6-2009 BISP Ch 4 Add 6 BISP Ch 5 Ref 8.3 PAID 3-84 SB 56 for the in basket for the last 5 questions.
Question 37:
Under the Battalion smoke alarm and battery distribution program, you would be most correct to identify the suggested criteria for distribution to include all of the following except?
A: No smoke alarm is present or the smoke alarm present was not operable due to a missing or dead battery in the dwelling or dwelling unit.
B: Occupancy has children under 5 years of age.
C: Distributed at major fires or emergencies.
D: Occupancy has an older adult 60 years of age.

Answer 37

C
Explanation:
Distributed at MINOR fires or emergencies.
ABC 6-09 2.1

Question 38

Click ABC 6-2009 BISP Ch 4 Add 6 BISP Ch 5 Ref 8.3 PAID 3-84 SB 56 for the in basket for the last 5 questions.

Question 38:
When contraband material has been removed by the Haz Mat Logistics Vehicle, the on-scene Fire Unit will fill out a Notice of Seizure of Contraband Material (Form BLA11, carried by Battalions). Form BLA-11 is correctly prepared and distributed in all choices below except?
A: The pink copy is issued to the owner of the confiscated material (If the owner or a representative of the owner cannot be located, this copy shall be forwarded with the original to FPOSU).
B: The green copy is given to the Officer of the HazMat Logistic Vehicle.
C: The original (white) is forwarded to the Bureau of Fire Prevention, Attn: Field Public Operations Support Unit (FPOSU).
D: The gold copy is forwarded to the Borough Commander.

Answer 38

D
Explanation:
BISP Ch 4 Add 6 4.1.1

Question 39

Click ABC 6-2009 BISP Ch 4 Add 6 BISP Ch 5 Ref 8.3 PAID 3-84 SB 56 for the in basket for the last 5 questions.

Question 39:
The Battalion may restrict mutuals in certain cases. All procedures below are described correctly except in which choice?
A: Any firefighter whose MSOT hours worked or offered falls forty-five or more hours below the Battalion average shall not be permitted to make any mutuals until such total is within forty-five hours of the Battalion average.
B: If a member with forty-five hours or more below the Battalion average volunteers to work MSOT and does not fulfill his/her obligation, that member will be denied twenty-four hour mutuals until he/she reaches the Battalion average hours worked (or offered).
C: The Battalion may prohibit twenty-four hour mutuals that make a member unavailable for MSOT (unless an eligible replacement is provided.) This is the most drastic of the mutual restriction options and should generally be the last one implemented.
D: Chief officers approving mutuals involving any part of a holiday shall ensure such approval does not preclude a member’s availability for overtime on the holiday, unless sufficient members are available or have volunteered to ensure minimum staffing for the tours involved.

Answer 39

A
Explanation:
Any firefighter whose MSOT hours worked or offered falls forty-five or more hours below the Battalion average shall not be permitted to make any TWENTY-FOUR HOUR mutuals until such total is within forty-five hours of the Battalion average UNLESS they make themselves available for overtime during their off tours.
PAID 3-84 2.1, 3.1, 4.1

Question 40

Question 40:
Click ABC 6-2009 BISP Ch 4 Add 6 BISP Ch 5 Ref 8.3 PAID 3-84 SB 56 for the in basket for the last 5 questions.

While filling out the FDOC Collision Notification Form (FOC-1) for an apparatus accident on the Grand Central Parkway, how would you correctly fill out the “Address of Occurrence” section on the FOC-1?
A: Leave the section blank.
B: Enter “9999999”.
C: Attempt to indicate a reference point that could be used to locate the collision/incident (i.e. provide direction of travel and nearest exit or mile marker).
D: Simply insert “Grand Central Parkway” in the space.

Answer 40

C
Explanation:
SB 56 Add 5 2.8