Fire Tech Promotion Course 6/26/14 SUMMER 2014 On-line Program

Question 1

1. Please choose an incorrect in line pumping (ILP) procedure from the list below? (1a)
   A) Hydrant selected for ILP must be on a 6” or larger main. During Water Alert, ILP shall not be used unless absolutely necessary.
   B) Pumpers shall use 3-1⁄2” inch hose as the initial supply line from the hydrant to the pumper.
   C) Not more than 8 lengths of hose shall be used in the initial supply line.
   D) When intake pressure drops below 15 psi, the pump operator shall have his intake supply augmented.

Answer 1

1. Answer: C = Not more than 6 lengths of hose shall be used in the initial supply line.

Question 2

2. Please choose a correct in line pumping (ILP) procedure(s) from the list below? (1a)
   A) Generally, a maximum of 3 lengths of 3-1⁄2” supply line may be hand stretched back to the hydrant if necessary.
   B) Time permitting, a 2-1⁄2” gate should be attached to the hydrants 2-1⁄2” outlet for possible augmentation if necessary. This is particularly effective when the hydrant being used for ILP is nearby (3 lengths or less).
   C) Consideration should be given to the pumper mounted deck pipe nozzle in the ILP position when the need for exposure protection or a quick knock down is evident.
   D) In order to prevent injuries or damage to hose or equipment, the supply line shall be pre-connected to an inlet of the pumper.

Answer 2

2. Answer: A, B, C = D = In order to prevent injuries or damage to hose or equipment, the supply line shall not be pre-connected to an inlet of the pumper.

Question 3

3. The ECC of the ILP should have the water supply augmented when the intake pressure drops below 15psi. The method selected requires judgment based on fire conditions, location and location of apparatus. This can be done by: Please choose the one incorrect procedure from the list below? (1a)
   A) Hand stretching 3-1⁄2” hose to another hydrant.
   B) Hand stretching 2-1⁄2” hose to the same hydrant using the 2-1⁄2” gate.
   C) Hand stretching 3-1⁄2” hose to a second pumper at a hydrant. (Relay)
   D) The 2nd pumper back stretching one or two lines from the first pumper to a hydrant, and either Relaying water or In – Lining from that hydrant.
   E) A 2nd pumper stretching 3-1⁄2” hose from the hydrant to the pumper and then either In – Lining or Relaying.
   F) Another ILP pumper stretching 3-1⁄2” hose into a gated supply intake of first ILP pumper. (Relay) (2-1⁄2” hose may also be used for Relay).
   G) 2nd pumper hand stretches 3-1⁄2” hose from their apparatus at a hydrant to the 1st pumper. (Relay)

Answer 3

3. Answer: F = Another ILP pumper stretching 3-1⁄2” hose into a gated supply intake of first ILP pumper. (Relay) (2-1⁄2” hose may only be used for Relay if absolutely necessary).

Question 4

4. Please indicate if you agree or disagree with the below paragraph? (1a)
   “ILP is another option in stretching firefighting lines. It may be used in lieu of the back stretch when conditions indicate that ILP may be advantageous. ILP may be utilized as a supply option when signal 10 – 70 is transmitted.”
   A) Agree or D) Disagree

Answer 4

4. A

Question 5

5. ECCs must check their initial intake pressure is static prior to starting water during ILP operations and anticipate when their initial intake pressure is low, (\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_), that their residual pressure may not be capable of safely sustaining 2 hand-lines. The need for augmentation should be anticipated based on the initial intake pressure. Please fill in the blank? (1a)
A) 30 to 40 psi
B) 40 to 50 psi
C) 50 to 60 psi
D) 60 to 70 psi

Answer 5

5. A

Question 6

6. Please choose an incorrect procedure when stretching a line via a fire escape? (4)
   A) At fires sufficient hose for rapid advance on the fire floor must be hauled up and either hung over the fire escape balcony railing or taken in on the floor below the fire.
   B) Hose straps are used as follows: Hook end of strap is passed around hose through loop of rope and pulled taut. Hook is brought over and under railing, and hooked to strap.
   C) The line is secured with hose straps on alternate floors, beginning with the floor below the fire. Thus, if the fire is on the 6th floor, hose straps shall be used to support the line at the 5th and 3rd floors.
   D) If fire is below the 3rd floor only, the fire escape hook is not used. The line is stretched up the stair well of the fire escape.

Answer 6

6. Answer: D = If fire is below the 4th floor, the fire escape hook is not used. The line is stretched up the stair well of the fire escape.

Question 7

7. When drafting water with hard suction hose the preferred method of securing the suction is to tie it off to a substantial part of the ______________. (6)
   A) Bulkhead
   B) Pumper

Answer 7

7. B

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3.3 Lower strainer end of suction connection into water; pull rope taut so that strainer is clear
of bottom. With utility rope, take turn around substantial part of pumper or bulkhead and
tie clove hitch and binder on taut part of rope to support weight of suction.

Question 8

8. “During Relay operations both the Supply Pumper and the Operating Pumper must remain in the Volume Position.” Do you agree or disagree that the procedure above is always required? (8)
   A) Agree or D) Disagree

Answer 8

8. Answer: D = Exception: At Standpipe operations where head pressure needs to be overcome, the Supply Pumper remains in the Volume position and the operating pumper must be in the Pressure position

Question 9

9. If the intake pressure gauge reading drops below \_\_\_\_\_\_ psi on the Operating Pumper, then the ECC of the Operating pumper should request the Supply Pumper ‘s ECC to increase throttle (tap-up pro-pressure governor) in \_\_\_\_\_\_ psi increments as needed during a relay. Please fill in the blanks? (8)
A) 25 / 10
B) 30 / 5
C) 15 / 10
D) 20 / 5

Answer 9

9. C

Question 10

10. If the Supply Pumper’s intake pressure gauge drops below \_\_\_\_\_\_ psi, the Supply Pumper’s ECC should contact the Operating Pumper’s ECC and the Incident Commander and inform them that the hydrants supply limit has been reached during a relay. Please fill in the blank? (8)
A) 15
B) 25
C) 30
D) 20

Answer 10

10. A

Question 11

11. Please choose an incorrect procedure from the list below in regards to operating a hose-line from a standpipe outlet? (9)
    A) All hose-lines stretched from standpipes shall be 2-1⁄2” hose with controlling nozzle and 1-1⁄8” Main Stream Tip.
    B) If a pressure reducing/restricting device (PRD) is found on the standpipe outlet, it should be removed. If the PRD cannot be removed, and there is no other outlet available without a PRD, than it is permissible to use an outlet with a PRD.
    C) Always connect the in-line pressure gauge to the standpipe outlet to ensure correct nozzle pressure. Pressure gauge must be carried attached to the Control firefighter’s length in the same manner as is the nozzle.
    D) Controlling nozzle must always be carried attached to the folded lead length.

Answer 11

11. Answer: C = Always connect the in-line pressure gauge to the standpipe outlet to ensure correct nozzle pressure. Pressure gauge can be carried attached to the Control firefighter’s length in the same manner as is the nozzle

Question 12

12. Color markings for fire protection systems are correctly found in which choice(s) below? (9)
    A) Standpipe - Red
    B) Automatic Sprinkler - Green
    C) Non-Automatic Sprinkler - Aluminum
    D) Combination Standpipe/Sprinkler - Yellow

Answer 12

12. Answer: A, B, C, D

Question 13

13. Maximum extension of the fly ladder (tip to ground) with 1-1/2" tip, and under extreme conditions, is \_\_\_\_\_\_ when using a metal aerial as a water tower? (21)
A) 60’
B) 70’
C) 80’
D) 90’

Answer 13

13. C

Question 14

14. The maximum nozzle pressure when using a metal aerial as a water tower is \_\_\_\_\_\_?
A) 60 psi
B) 70 psi
C) 80 psi
D) 90 psi

Answer 14

14. D

Question 15

15. Please choose an incorrect operational concern for the fire window blanket? (33)
    A) Any unit or units may be used to deploy the blanket.
    B) Due to the length of the top supporting straps, the blanket can be lowered from two floors above if the IC deems this necessary.
    C) The blanket is large enough to cover two windows if necessary. The bottom of the blanket is weighted to facilitate positioning.
    D) Firefighters deploying the blanket from a window above the fire apartment must remove the window to deploy the blanket.

Answer 15

15. D

Question 16

16. Testing conducted by the FDNY and NIST (National Institute of Technology) showed an immediate \_\_\_\_\_\_ decrease in temperatures and significant flame reduction when the KO Curtain is deployed. Please fill in the blank? (34)
A) 25%
B) 35%
C) 45%
D) 50%

Answer 16

16. Answer: D

Question 17

17. The KO Curtain shall be deployed for the following conditions: Please choose the most correct answer from the list above? (34)
    A) A window in the fire apartment has failed and size-up indicates wind is blowing the fire into the apartment continuously or intermittently.
    B) Size-up indicates that deployment of the KO Curtain prior to window failure will prevent a wind driven fire from developing.
    C) The KO Curtain will ONLY be deployed on orders of the Incident Commander. The 2nd arriving ladder company officer will coordinate the deployment once ordered.
    D) All of the above.

Answer 17

17. Answer: D (Note answer “C” is a recent change.)

Question 18

18. Please choose the incorrect KO curtain terminology? (34)
    A) Deployment Window: Window that the KO Curtain is being deployed from.
    B) Target Window: Window selected to be covered by the KO Curtain.
    C) Receiving Window: Window on the floor below the Target Window.
    D) Deployment Firefighter: Member responsible for deploying the KO Curtain.
    E) Receiving Firefighter: Member responsible for securing bottom ropes of the KO Curtain.
    F) Spotter: Member located inside the building designated to communicate and direct the proper positioning of the KO Curtain.

Answer 18

18. Answer: F = Spotter: Member located outside the building designated to communicate and direct the proper positioning of the KO Curtain.

Question 19

19. Which firefighter during a KO curtain operation does not have their duties and/or tools correctly listed? (34)
    A) Deployment Firefighter
    Tools: KO Curtain, Hydra-ram, Halligan.
    Duties: Deploy the KO Curtain from a window in the apartment on the floor above, two floors above, or if the fire is on the top floor, then from the roof.
    B) Receiving Firefighter
    Tools: Hydra-ram, Halligan, 6’ hook.
    Duties: Positioned above the target window, in the apartment above the fire apartment. Secure the lower ropes of the KO Curtain and coordinate positioning over the target window.

Answer 19

19. Answer: B = Receiving Firefighter, Tools: Hydra-ram, Halligan, Halligan hook. Duties: Positioned below the target window, in the apartment below the fire apartment. Secure the lower ropes of the KO Curtain and coordinate positioning over the target window.

Question 20

20. Please choose the most correct answer about the KO curtain from the list below? (34)
    A) Remove the KO Curtain from the case, place on the floor below the Deployment Window.
    B) The KO Curtain shall NEVER be deployed in the horizontal position.
    C) The KO Curtain is designed and shall be deployed ONLY in the vertical position.
    D) All of the above.

Answer 20

20. Answer: D

5.4 Remove the KO Curtain from the case, place on the floor below the Deployment
Window. The KO Curtain shall NEVER be deployed in the horizontal position. The KO
Curtain is designed and shall be deployed ONLY in the vertical position.

Question 21

PART II - TB – APP L-7 & P-3:
1. “Load capacity of a rearmount aerial ladder varies from 250-750 lbs. at the tip depending on the degree of elevation.” Do you agree or disagree with the above statement? (TB App L-7 1.4)
A) Agree or D) Disagree

Answer 21

1. A

Question 22

2) Should a function of the Interlock Diverter Valve system fail, the ladder or stabilizers can be moved by accessing the override controls located in the Interlock Control Compartment, located where? (TB App L-7 3.2.4)
A) In the cab of the apparatus.
B) At the rear of the apparatus.
C) In the front of the apparatus.
D) On either side of the apparatus.
3) "When the ground is not level and

Answer 22

2) B = (Overriding the IDV is for EMERGENCY USE ONLY. This action should only be performed if there is a malfunction and an emergency exists. The IC should be immediately notified if the IDV override is operated.)

Question 23

3) “When the ground is not level and the apparatus is leaning, start with the stabilizer on the lowest side first (the direction the apparatus is leaning). The low side stabilizer shall be fully extended horizontally and lowered to its maximum. The high side stabilizer shall then be extended as necessary and then lowered to a point that levels the apparatus.” Do you agree or disagree with the above statement? (TB App L-7 3.3)
A) Agree or D) Disagree

Answer 23

3. A

Question 24

4) “The aerial ladder has an emergency hydraulic system. This system is never to be used, regardless of PTO or engine failure.” Do you agree or disagree with the above statement? (TB App L-7 5.1)
A) Agree or D) Disagree

Answer 24

4) D = (This system is to be used when the normal PTO fails or the engine shuts down, and the aerial ladder or jacks need to be used.)

Question 25

5) “The engine cannot be running when the Normal/Emergency Hydraulic Switch is placed in the Auxiliary position enabling the electric hydraulic pump.” Do you agree or disagree with the above statement? (TB App L-7 5.1.4)
A) Agree or D) Disagree

Answer 25

5) A

Question 26

6) The “Emergency Override Rotation Limit Switch” will activate when either the apparatus stabilizers have not been fully extended horizontally (Short-Jacked), or there is a mechanical malfunction. When either of these situations occurs, this device will not allow ladder rotation of more than \_\_\_\_\_ degrees from the center line of the apparatus towards the side which has the Short-Jacked condition or is experiencing a mechanical malfunction. (TB App L-7 5.4, 5.4.1)
A) 45
B) 90
C) 15
D) 10

Answer 26

6) C

Question 27

7) “Members must take the necessary actions to provide for the full horizontal extension and necessary vertical loading of the inboard stabilizer (working side). This may require chauffeurs to forego a better position for the use of the aerial ladder to a less desirable location; one that allows for the full horizontal extension of the inboard stabilizer (working side), such as moving the apparatus forward several feet to deploy the stabilizer into the space between two parked vehicles.” Do you agree or disagree with the above statement? (TB App L-7 5.4.5)
A) Agree or D) Disagree

Answer 27

7. A

Question 28

8) At drill, Engine Company members were discussing the difference between operating in “Volume” and “Pressure.” Only one member was correct in which statement? (TB App P-3 1.5)
A) The Pressure position is to be utilized as a standard operating procedure. Utilize the Volume position before any operation where head pressures must be overcome, e.g., standpipe operations.
B) The Pressure position is to be utilized as a standard operating procedure. Utilize the Pressure position before any operation where head pressures must be overcome, e.g., standpipe operations.
C) The Volume position is to be utilized as a standard operating procedure. Utilize the Volume position before any operation where head pressures must be overcome, e.g., standpipe operations.
D) The Volume position is to be utilized as a standard operating procedure. Utilize the Pressure position before any operation where head pressures must be overcome, e.g., standpipe operations.

Answer 28

8) D

Question 29

9) Pump Idle Pressure is the pressure the pump pressure gauge will read when the apparatus is at its lowest RPMs. Pump idle pressure always equals the pressure the pumps provide at its lowest RPMs plus the water intake pressure received from a water source. A knowledgeable officer would know that the pressures the pumps provide at its lowest RPMs are around? (TB App P-3 1.7)
A) 55 psi in volume or around 110 psi in pressure
B) 25 psi in volume or around 100 psi in pressure
C) 50 psi in volume or around 150 psi in pressure
D) 35 psi in volume or around 120 psi in pressure

Answer 29

9. A

Question 30

10) All of the following uses of hydrant connections are in accordance with Department policy except in which choice? (TB App P-3 4)
A) When first to arrive on the first alarm, the 10’ small hydrant connection or the 35’ soft hydrant connection may be used.
B) When other than first to arrive on the first alarm, the 10’ small hydrant connection, 35’ soft hydrant connection or the 10’ hard suction shall be used.
C) When arriving at second or greater alarms the 10’ hard suction connection should be used if available.
D) When drafting operations are indicated, the 10’ soft suction connection must be used.

Answer 30

10) D = (When drafting operations are indicated, the 10’ hard suction connection must be used.)

Question 31

11) “Because of the many variables affecting a hydrants capacity, the intake pressure gauge should be continually monitored once water is flowing to determine if the hydrant’s capacity will be able to support additional lines. When static pressure drops below 15 psi on the intake pressure gauge, augmentation will be required.” Do you agree or disagree with the above statement? (TB App P-3 6.4)
A) Agree or D) Disagree

Answer 31

11) D = (When residual pressure drops below 15 psi on the intake pressure gauge, augmentation will be required.)

Question 32

12) “The RPM button on the Engine Apparatus will change the governor to the RPM mode. In emergency situations, this mode is used as a back-up in the event the pressure mode malfunctions. If this should occur, any hoselines in operation should not advance and should back out to an area of safe refuge.” Do you agree or disagree with the above statement? (TB App P-3 9.2)
A) Agree or D) Disagree

Answer 32

12) A

Question 33

13) Line pressure is determined by the size of the hose plus the number of lengths of hose, as well as nozzle pressure and elevation. An 1¾” hose with a 15/16” nozzle is estimated at 50 psi at the nozzle with a loss of \_\_\_\_\_\_ per length of friction loss. (TB App P-3 10.1.4)
A) 10 psi
B) 15 psi
C) 20 psi
D) 5 psi

Answer 33

13) C = 1¾” hose with a 1 15/16” nozzle = 50 psi @ nozzle + 20 psi per length friction loss. 2½” hose with a 1 1/8” nozzle = 40 psi @ nozzle + 5 psi per length friction loss. 5 psi for each floor above grade must also be calculated.

Question 34

14) After notifying the Officer, throttle the engine down before changing the position of the transfer valve. The pump pressure gauge should read no more than \_\_\_\_\_\_ above the intake pressure gauge. Otherwise, the flap valves will be damaged. (TB App P-3 Note B)
A) 10 psi
B) 50 psi
C) 60 psi
D) 100 psi

Answer 34

14. B

Question 35

15) “A high tachometer reading without a corresponding increase in pump pressure could mean the pumps are not engaged.” Do you agree or disagree with the above statement? (TB App P-3 Note M)
A) Agree or D) Disagree

Answer 35

15) A

M) A high tachometer reading without a corresponding increase in pump pressure
could mean the pumps are not engaged. (Apparatus Pre ’97)