FFP - Brownstones

Question 1

In brownstone buildings, what is the first floor known as?

Answer 1

The basement.

Question 2

Which description concerning a “Deadman” room is inaccurate?

Answer 2

It is located on the lower floors.

Question 3

The following terms accurately describe a “Deadman’s” room.

Answer 3

a) small bedroom
b) only entrance is from the hall
c) may be found in the front or rear of the building

Question 4

The following accurately describe the rear extensions on Brownstones.

Answer 4

a) They are added on the first floor
b) Maybe two to three stories in height
c) 10-20 feet in depth
d) Have their own cockloft

Question 5

In brownstone buildings, what is the second floor referred to?

Answer 5

The parlor floor.

Question 6

How big is the cockloft in a brownstone with a flat roof?

Answer 6

The cockloft space is approximately 2’-3’ in height.

Question 7

Describe roof construction in a brownstone.

Answer 7

a) In flat roof buildings, the pitch is towards the rear
b) The majority are flat roof with NO PARAPET in the rear
c) Some have have more floors and a higher roof in the REAR than in the front.
d) Some have a center peak

Question 8

How can fire extend in a brownstone?

Answer 8

Via the cornice.

Question 9

A medium fire situation may be extinguished how?

Answer 9

A medium fire situation may be extinguished with two (2) handlines.

Question 10

What must the officer of the first ladder company do PRIOR to ordering any horizontal ventilation?

Answer 10

He must evaluate the impact on interior conditions.

Question 11

When is a member under the “Immediate” supervision of an officer?

Answer 11

They are under the “Immediate” supervision of an officer when

a) they are within sight or hearing of their officer
b) they are working off of a hoseline or searchline.

Question 12

Which member has the discretion of selecting the tools deemed necessary to complete his/her assignment while operating at a brownstone fire?

Answer 12

The ladder company chauffeur.

Question 13

For a TOP FLOOR fire in a BS, with NO LIFE HAZARD showing, where should the officer of the 1st arriving ladder company (r/m apparatus) direct the LCC to initially raise and position the aerial?

Answer 13

To the roof of the exposure.

Question 14

In addition to taking his H/T and flashlight, what tools does the 1st arriving OVM (r/m app.) for a TOP floor fire in a BS?

Answer 14

The Halligan tool and saw.

The roofman will cut the roof

Question 15

A 10’ scissor ladder when used at a BS fire will permit?

Answer 15

a) The access to the roof of a one story setback
b) Access to the second floor for VEIS
c) Access to the third floor from the roof of the setback for ventilation
d) Provide a means of climbing fences.

Question 16

What is the correct order of preference for the 1st arriving roof F/F (r/m app) to access the roof of a BS?

Answer 16

1) Aerial ladder
2) 2nd Aerial ladder
3) Adjoining building
* If T/L 1st due, then first choice is the T/L basket.*

Question 17

What is the responsibility of the 2nd arriving ladder company officer at a fire on the top floor of a BS?

Answer 17

The adjoining building.

Question 18

What tools does the 2nd arriving ROOFMAN (r/m) operating at a top floor fire in a BS bring?

Answer 18

The saw and the 6’ Halligan Hook.

Question 19

The 1st ladder co. to arrive at a fire on the 3rd flr. of a 4 sty. BS is a T/L. The basket is being used for roof access. Upon completion of roof size-up, what should be the next action of the OV F/F inside the basket?

Answer 19

The basket is postioned for ventilation of the 3rd floor and then to the top floor for VEIS.
Prior to VEIS, the OV will team up with the Roof F/F (or another available member).

Question 20

When the 1st due T/L is used for roof access, what is brought to the roof?

Answer 20

The saw and the LSR.

Question 21

When the first to arrive ladder is a T/L, where does the LCC go?

Answer 21

He remains on the pedestal.

Question 22

What are the responsibilities of the 2nd LCC, if the first to arrive ladder is a T/L?

Answer 22

They may be assigned other duties by their company officer e.g.,

a) examination of exposures
b) assist with roof operations
c) be available to team up with another available member, if needed.

Question 23

Who is responsible to announce via the H/T when the initial H/L attack is to commence at a fire in a BS?

Answer 23

The engine company officer.

Question 24

Where is the 1st H/L stretched for a fire in the CELLAR of a BS?

Answer 24

The 1st H/L is stretched through the front door on the first floor, then down the cellar via the interior cellar stairs to extinguish the fire.

Question 25

Where is the 2nd H/L stretched for a fire in the CELLAR of a BS?

Answer 25

Through the front door on the first floor to b/u the first line.

Question 26

If the 1st H/L is used to secure the first floor at a CELLAR fire in a BS, where does the 2nd H/L go?

Answer 26

The 2nd H/L will be stretched to the cellar via the interior cellar stair to extinguish the fire.

Question 27

Where is the 3rd H/L positioned at a CELLAR fire in a BS?

Answer 27

It is stretched as ordered by the I/C.

Question 28

Where is the 1st H/L positioned at a FIRST FLOOR fire in a BS?

Answer 28

The 1st H/L is stretched through the front door on the first floor to extinguish the fire.

Question 29

Where is the 2nd H/L positioned at a FIRST FLOOR fire in a BS?

Answer 29

If not needed to b/u the 1st H/L, it shall be stretched THROUGH THE FRONT DOOR ON THE 2nd FLOOR (PARLOR) to maintain the integrity of the interior stairs.

Question 30

Where is the 3rd H/L positioned at a FIRST FLOOR fire in a BS?

Answer 30

It is stretched as ordered by the I/C.

Question 31

Where is the 1st H/L positioned at a fire on an UPPER FLOOR in a BS?

Answer 31

The 1st H/L is taken through the front door on the 2nd floor (PARLOR) to the fire floor to extinguish the fire.

Question 32

Where is the 2nd H/L positioned at a fire on an UPPER FLOOR in a BS?

Answer 32

The 2nd H/L is stretched through the front door on the 2nd (PARLOR) floor to b/u the 1st H/L.

Question 33

Where is the 3rd H/L positioned at an UPPER FLOOR fire in a BS?

Answer 33

It is stretched as ordered by the I/C.

Question 34

When a building (BS) is fully involved, the 1st arriving engine company should?

Answer 34

Drop two (2) HOSELINES I/F/O the fire building AND position the apparatus for the POSSIBLE use of the multiversal nozzle 
OR to supply a T/L.

Question 35

Where is the 1st H/L positioned at a FULLY INVOLVED BS?

Answer 35

The 1st H/L is advanced into the fire building.

Question 36

Where is the 2nd H/L positioned at a FULLY INVOLVED BS?

Answer 36

The 2nd H/L is advanced into the fire building as a B/U hoseline.

Question 37

Where is the 3rd H/L positioned at a FULLY INVOLVED BS?

Answer 37

It is stretched as ordered by the I/C AND MAY BE

1) Advanced into the fire building
2) If fire is reported in an exposure, stretched to that exposure
3) If there is no fire in the exposures, stretch through an exposure to the rear yard of the fire building.

Question 38

If there is fire on two floors in a BS…..

Answer 38

Special call an extra engine and ladder.

Question 39

If there is heavy fire in the cellar and basement of a BS…..

Answer 39

Transmit a 2nd alarm.

Question 40

If there is NO F/E on the building, what floor of a BS is the only level with 2 exits?

Answer 40

The basement (AKA the 1st Floor).