FT 21 CO 7 Flashcards
The FDNY, in keeping with its long history of providing public safety services for the betterment of the City, is continuing with the Community Assistance Program. Which one statement below outlining details of this program is correct?
Select one:
a. While out of quarters, if a member receives a request for assistance from a civilian, the officer shall notify the dispatcher that the unit is operating at a verbal alarm to assist a civilian. The unit shall remain in service while awaiting the response of PD.
b. A letterhead report with endorsements shall be forwarded to the Chief of Operations. The report must include the civilian’s name and the identity of the Police Officer left in charge of the civilian’s care.
c. If there is reasonable cause to suspect that a child has suffered, or will suffer abuse of maltreatment as a result of the acts or omissions of a child’s parent or guardian; members are mandated to file a report. The fire officer will be responsible for filing the mandated report.
d. If there is reasonable cause to suspect that returning a child to his or her parents or guardian would present imminent danger to the life or health of the child, the officer on duty shall take the child into protective custody. Such custody shall be transferred to the EMS supervisor at the time of his/her arrival.
B
(AUC 3 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7)
The correct answer is: A letterhead report with endorsements shall be forwarded to the Chief of Operations. The report must include the civilian’s name and the identity of the Police Officer left in charge of the civilian’s care.
All members are to be familiar with fire safety education programs conducted at the firehouse. Which one choice below is correct concerning firehouse visits?
Select one:
a. Upon receiving a request for a firehouse visit to quarters, the officer on duty will schedule the event on a day that the unit is scheduled for BISP.
b. Firehouse visits are not exempt from the 10-51 signal.
c. Units are out of service during firehouse visits.
d. If there is no Fire Safety Education Unit Coordinator present at a firehouse visit, the officer on duty must close out the event on the FSE Tracking System.
D
(AUC 4 2.5, 2.8, 2.10, 3.1.2)
The correct answer is: If there is no Fire Safety Education Unit Coordinator present at a firehouse visit, the officer on duty must close out the event on the FSE Tracking System.
A Captain is preparing for the annual Open House event scheduled for her unit. She makes the following notes regarding the event, but was incorrect in which one mentioned below?
Select one:
a. Units will remain in service during Open House events.
b. Selected firehouses will be open to the public for a three-hour period as designated by the Bureau of Operations.
c. One officer or one firefighter will be assigned from the Division to remain in the firehouse and assist with the event.
d. At the conclusion of the event the Officer on Duty shall close out the event on the FSE Tracking System.
B
(AUC 4 3.2.2, 3.2.3, 3.2.4, 3.2.6)
The correct answer is: Selected firehouses will be open to the public for a three-hour period as designated by the Bureau of Operations.
“Operation Sidewalk” is designed to promote better understanding between community residents and the Fire Department. Several points describing these events are outlined below. Which one is correct?
Select one:
a. The unit will remain in service by radio, and respond at the discretion of the dispatcher. The unit will respond to 10-75 signals and greater alarms.
b. The nearest available engine or ladder company is assigned to the activity for a period of two hours.
c. Not more than two “Operation Sidewalk” functions may be assigned to a unit during a tour.
d. “Operation Sidewalk” will not be canceled if a signal 10-51 is transmitted.
A
(AUC 4 3.3.2, 3.3.4, 3.3.6)
The correct answer is: The unit will remain in service by radio, and respond at the discretion of the dispatcher. The unit will respond to 10-75 signals and greater alarms.
The Captain of Engine 100 responds to a reported fire in a high-rise building under construction. After conferring with a construction manager on-site, the Captain learns that the building has the required temporary standpipe system, and that the working deck is the 12th floor. The Captain should be aware that this temporary standpipe system must serve all floors up to which floor at this building?
Select one:
a. 11
b. 10
c. 9
d. 8
D
(AUC 5 Chapter 2 Addendum 2 Pgs 1 & 4)
The correct answer is: 8
The Captain of Ladder 99 is drilling with his members on the roof of an H-Type Multiple Dwelling. He discovers a conduit running across the roof that has orange luminescent markings on it. He would be correct to inform his members that this conduit contains which one of the following choices?
Select one:
a. Natural gas piping
b. High voltage wiring
c. Low voltage wiring
d. Fuel oil piping
C
(AUC 5 Chapter 2 Addendum 2 Pg 5)
The correct answer is: Low voltage wiring
After discovering flooded conditions in the cellar of a commercial building, Ladder 200 determines the water condition is the result of a broken sprinkler pipe. The Captain of Ladder 200 orders his members to shut down the system. Because there is no responsible building staff on scene, and the system is not monitored by an alarm, in order to alert the appropriate personnel from the building, the Captain would be correct to have the dispatcher notify who?
Select one:
a. Fire prevention
b. DOB
c. OEM
d. Fire Marshals
D
(AUC 5 Chapter 2 Addendum 4 4.6)
The correct answer is: Fire Marshals
Engine 300 is conducting building inspection at a Taxpayer consisting of three different stores with the addresses 121, 123, and 125 Main Street respectively. Frank Jones is the owner of the building and is accompanying the members during the inspection. Upon entering “John’s Pizza,” the middle occupancy located at 123 Main Street, members discover that the fire extinguishers in this store are expired. John Smith, the owner of the pizza place explains that he forgot to have them inspected. When filling out an FDNY Summons related to this violation, the members would be most correct to list the respondent as which one choice listed below?
Select one:
a. John’s Pizza
b. John Smith
c. Frank Jones
d. Owner of 123 Main Street
A
(AUC 5 Chapter 3 Addendum 1 Pg 2)
The correct answer is: John’s Pizza
At which one of the following locations are members permitted to affix the green and gold copy of an FDNY summons?
Select one:
a. Outside the main entrance door of a multiple dwelling.
b. On the desk top of the superintendent in a multiple dwelling.
c. On a counter top in the lobby of a multiple dwelling.
d. Inside the mailbox of a private dwelling.
A
(AUC 5 Chapter 3 Addendum 1 Pgs 4 & 5)
The correct answer is: Outside the main entrance door of a multiple dwelling.
When issuing a DOB Referral report for the referral of conditions that require follow up by the NYC Department of Buildings which one statement below is incorrect?
Select one:
a. If a company officer is unsure whether a DOB referral or DOB response is required, the administrative battalion chief shall be called to the scene for an evaluation.
b. A DOB Referral Report designated as High Priority shall be considered when the severity of conditions is extremely hazardous or immediate in nature and access issues are present.
c. A separate DOB Referral Report marked for High Priority shall be prepared for each address or premise, for each high priority referral condition for the same address, or when both a normal priority referral item and a high priority referral item exist at the same address or premise.
d. Multiple normal referral items can be selected and submitted on a single report.
B
(AUC 5 Chapter 3 Addendum 5 1.2.4 Note, 2.1, 2.1.1, 3.1.1)
The correct answer is: A DOB Referral Report designated as High Priority shall be considered when the severity of conditions is extremely hazardous or immediate in nature and access issues are present.
Units are required to complete and forward an Investigation of Complaint report A-17 for all complaints. Which one additional point below is correct concerning complaint procedures?
Select one:
a. A complaint shall be investigated promptly but must be investigated during the tour it is received.
b. The officer shall fax an unendorsed copy of the A-17 (FINAL or INTERIM) to the Battalion immediately after conducting an investigation.
c. Only FINAL reports shall be emailed through the chain of command.
d. If an investigation cannot be completed after the 72-hour time limit, a FINAL report must be forwarded to the BISP unit.
C
(AUC 5 Chapter 3 Addendum 6 2.2, 2.3, 2.3 Note, 2.5)
The correct answer is: Only FINAL reports shall be emailed through the chain of command.
Ladder 99 is responding to the Buckeye Pipeline for a confirmed leak. The Captain has the following thoughts while in route to the Box, but she was only correct in which one listed below?
Select one:
a. Valves should always be closed as per duties required by the instruction cards, no exceptions.
b. When units have the responsibility of closing a manual valve and patrolling to adjacent valve(s), the valves must be closed prior to performing the patrol function.
c. Solid hose streams held horizontally a few inches above the ground and moved rapidly from side to side will wash burning gasoline or aviation fuel aside to provide a path for rescue.
d. Department apparatus should not be brought closer than 800 feet to a leak.
C
(AUC 149 6.1, 6.2.2, 6.5.5B, 6.5.7)
The correct answer is: Solid hose streams held horizontally a few inches above the ground and moved rapidly from side to side will wash burning gasoline or aviation fuel aside to provide a path for rescue.
Brush fire operations are extremely labor intensive and require a large commitment of resources early in the operations. A Captain made the following statements describing brush fire operations but was only correct in which one?
Select one:
a. Units responding to a brush fire are never to self-commit to operations.
b. Units shall never attack from or operate in front of the fire.
c. Streams should be directed at the flames burning above the brush.
d. Advance through burnt out areas to attack the fire. It is safe to operate from burnt-out blackened areas because there is no fuel left to burn.
D
(AUC 151 5.1.2, 5.4.5, 5.4.13, 5.4.18)
The correct answer is: Advance through burnt out areas to attack the fire. It is safe to operate from burnt-out blackened areas because there is no fuel left to burn.
Manhole fires and emergencies are common responses, but the dangers posed at these operations should not be taken for granted. Which one operational guideline below is correct for manhole fires and emergencies?
Select one:
a. At a manhole fire or if a manhole fire is in the area, members should only pull covers off electrical manholes at the direction of an on-scene Chief Officer.
b. Units should not operate hose lines into a manhole unless requested by a Con Ed employee at the scene.
c. When operating a hose line into a manhole, do not direct the stream directly into the manhole. Instead let the water flow or pour into the manhole and use a main stream tip to prevent any shock hazard.
d. Members shall only attempt to move vehicles if they are located in the danger area.
B
(AUC 180 2.3, 2.4, Notes #2)
The correct answer is: Units should not operate hose lines into a manhole unless requested by a Con Ed employee at the scene.
FireIce dry-chem extinguishing agent is a relatively new tool in the FDNY’s arsenal. A newly promoted Captain is working his first tour in a FireIce Engine Company when they are called to the scene of a manhole fire. The Captain recalls the following procedures related to FireIce but was only correct in which one choice?
Select one:
a. Direct the stream of FireIce solution to fall approximately one foot in front of the manhole opening, and allow the product to flow into the manhole.
b. The member operating the nozzle should commence operations at a safe standoff distance of 25 feet.
c. Pressures must be determined at the apparatus pump panel, as the FireIce equipment does not include an in-line pressure gauge. Using a nozzle pressure between 60-100 psi is optimal.
d. FireIce is effective on Class B fires. Therefore, it is intended for use at any type of transformer fire; that includes transformers located in below-grade vaults or rooms and transformers that are mounted on poles.
A
(AUC 180 7.3, 8.3, 8.4, 8.5)
The correct answer is: Direct the stream of FireIce solution to fall approximately one foot in front of the manhole opening, and allow the product to flow into the manhole.
The FDNY has policies in place to standardize procedures at Foreign Embassies, Consulates, Missions, Ambassadorial residences and private residences where Diplomats have legal residence. Which one procedure mentioned is correct?
Select one:
a. If entry is denied, attempt to negotiate to have the Ladder Officer investigate conditions, while the other Ladder Company firefighters remain outside.
b. If a fire is suspected or verified stretch a hand line to the front of the building and/or bring rollups if necessary.
c. Embassy personnel must let relief companies enter to perform overhauling.
d. Engine companies must stretch 2 ½” hose lines at fires in any of these occupancies.
B
(AUC 196 4.5, 4.6, 4.7, 5.1)
The correct answer is: If a fire is suspected or verified stretch a hand line to the front of the building and/or bring rollups if necessary.
Every member on light or full duty who is taking a prescribed medication that might be impairing the mental or physical ability to fulfill his or her work duties shall immediately notify his or her commanding officer. Which one additional point below is correct?
Select one:
a. The member must provide the commanding officer with nature of the medication and the condition for which it was prescribed.
b. The member’s supervisor shall seek a determination from BITS by ordering the member to BITS for a fitness for duty determination.
c. The member’s supervisor shall not document the referral in the unit journal.
d. The member is required to inform BHS of all relevant medical information.
D
(AUC 202 5.2)
The correct answer is: The member is required to inform BHS of all relevant medical information.
A Captain working in the quarters of Engine 199 and Ladder 200 enters the kitchen and finds one on-duty member of the engine and one on-duty member of the ladder drinking what appears to be alcohol. There is several off duty members present at the time as well. The Captain takes the following actions but was only correct in which one?
Select one:
a. The Captain prohibits all on-duty members present at the time of the discovery from leaving quarters without the permission of the investigating officer. The off-duty members present at the time of the discovery are immediately told to leave quarters.
b. The Captain waits until the arrival of the investigating officer before placing the affected units out of service.
c. The two on-duty members involved are immediately relieved from emergency response duty.
d. The Captain notifies the administrative Battalion Chief and the IG.
C
(AUC 202 5.5)
The correct answer is: The two on-duty members involved are immediately relieved from emergency response duty.
When operating at the scene of an incident within the subway system the first consideration at an operation involving electrified track will be a determination of whether the power is to remain on or turned off. Which one statement regarding power removal in the subway is incorrect?
Select one:
a. Anytime power is removed by use of a power removal box, the IC shall forward a letterhead report with full particulars through the chain of command to the Public Transportation Safety Unit.
b. When there is immediate danger and power must be shut-off to save life in imminent danger, the nearest power removal box shall be used and the Desk Superintendent shall be immediately notified via the emergency telephone that the power is to remain off.
c. Whenever power is removed, lights in the right of way, the station lights, signals, drainage pumping equipment, tunnel ventilation equipment, and train headlights will not be affected.
d. When conditions do not require power removal, reconnaissance may be conducted by an officer and a firefighter operating as a team and only from platforms or catwalks.
A
(AUC 207 3.2.4, 3.2.5, 3.4)
The correct answer is: Anytime power is removed by use of a power removal box, the IC shall forward a letterhead report with full particulars through the chain of command to the Public Transportation Safety Unit.
Captain Smith responds to a reported track fire inside one of the tunnels of the NYC Subway System. On arrival, transit personnel have a “light train” waiting for the members. There is no Chief on-scene and Captain Smith is the IC. Which one of the following points is correct?
Select one:
a. It is intended that these “light trains” be used to transport FD personnel to small fires readily extinguishable by one hose line, to investigate the source of minor smoke conditions and other similar type incidents.
b. The decision to use the “light train” is to be made only by Captain Smith (the IC), based on the size-up of the incident.
c. The primary means of communication will be the train operator’s radio.
d. Progress reports from the “light train” shall be transmitted as soon as possible, but at least once every 10 minutes.
C
(AUC 207 Addendum 7 1.0, 2.1, 2.2.1, 2.5)
The correct answer is: The primary means of communication will be the train operator’s radio.
All fire teams applying water with hand-held fog nozzles should take advantage of the reach of the fog stream and observe a minimum approach distance of _____ feet to catenary wires.
Select one:
a. 10
b. 15
c. 25
d. 50
A
(AUC 207 Addendum 9 3.2.4)
The correct answer is: 10
Which one of the following statements concerning the FDNY’s SCBA Policy is most correct?
Select one:
a. When it is necessary for an officer to leave the IDLH to service their SCBA; the withdrawal of all members under that officer’s direct supervision is always required.
b. Members operating in smoke or toxic atmospheres should never remove their SCBA regulator.
c. If it is not possible to remove a civilian from a contaminated atmosphere, members shall utilize the nearest available FAST Pak to provide an air supply to the trapped individual.
d. Facepiece sharing with other members and/or civilians is prohibited.
D
(AUC 220 2.2, 2.6, 2.7, 2.8)
The correct answer is: Facepiece sharing with other members and/or civilians is prohibited.
The Rehabilitation Manager will respond on the following signals: 2nd and greater alarms, 10-60 and when special called by the Incident Commander. This position will be staffed by a Battalion Chief or a Captain. Which one additional point below describing rehabilitation and care procedures is correct?
Select one:
a. Members entering rehabilitation should normally rest for approximately 10 minutes before being reassigned.
b. Units shall be sent in manageable groups, usually five units at a time, so as not to overcrowd the Rehabilitation group.
c. The Rehabilitation Group will consist of an EMS Officer, a BLS and ALS crew and a Rehabilitation and Care (RAC) Unit.
d. The RAC unit firefighters and EMS resources should aim to set up the Forward RAC Area within eyesight of the Command Post and within 50 feet of the fire building whenever possible.
C
(AUC 230 7.2, 7.4, Addendum 1 4.1)
The correct answer is: The Rehabilitation Group will consist of an EMS Officer, a BLS and ALS crew and a Rehabilitation and Care (RAC) Unit.
Which one of the following provisions pertaining to the safeguarding of property with the Battalion padlocks is correct?
Select one:
a. These locks are only to be used for commercial occupancies after a very minor fire or emergency incident has occurred.
b. These locks are only to be used if egress was gained through forced entry accomplished with minimal damage, and there is other minor damage to the perimeter of the premises.
c. On return to quarters, after the lock is placed, the Battalion Chief will notify the dispatcher of the securing of the premises for entry on his/her secured premises list.
d. The key for the lock shall be kept in a secure place in the company office selected by the officer on duty.
A
(AUC 231 2.2, 2.3, 2.6, 4.2)
The correct answer is: These locks are only to be used for commercial occupancies after a very minor fire or emergency incident has occurred.
It is imperative that Captains are familiar with FDNY’s Chauffeur Guidelines. Several of these guidelines are mentioned below. Which one is incorrect?
Select one:
a. Unless otherwise approved by the Chief of Operations, members must have three (3) years experience in the Fire Department to be considered for chauffeur training school.
b. Normally, Engine Company Chauffeurs (ECC) transferred to ladder companies, and Ladder Company chauffeurs (LCC) transferred to Engine Companies shall have their prior unit chauffeur designation revoked one year following the transfer.
c. When, in the opinion of the Company Commander, a firefighter is proficient in driving and operating the apparatus, an entry shall be made in the office record journal; such “company trained” members may be used as a chauffeur to fill a short term and temporary vacancy.
d. The Company Commander or a firefighter may request that the firefighter’s chauffeur status be rescinded due to a number of situations; rescinding a firefighter’s chauffeur status is a final step and should be taken only after all of the resources of the Department such as retraining, medical treatment, counseling etc.
B
(AUC 254 1.3, 2.7, 2.9, 3.3, 3.4)
The correct answer is: Normally, Engine Company Chauffeurs (ECC) transferred to ladder companies, and Ladder Company chauffeurs (LCC) transferred to Engine Companies shall have their prior unit chauffeur designation revoked one year following the transfer.
Engine 100 and Ladder 100 have just returned to their shared quarters from an all-hands fire. The chauffeur of Ladder 100 was granted medical leave following the operation. He was the only school trained chauffeur working the tour. There is a company trained chauffeur from Ladder 100 working a mutual in Engine 100. Captain Jones is on duty in Ladder 100 and should know that which one of the following points is correct?
Select one:
a. Ladder 100 must go out of service immediately.
b. Ladder 100 can remain in service with the company trained ladder chauffeur working in Engine 100 while waiting for a detailed school trained chauffeur.
c. If no school trained chauffeur is available citywide, Ladder 100 must go out of service for the remainder of the tour.
d. Both B & C
B
(AUC 254 5.1)
The correct answer is: Ladder 100 can remain in service with the company trained ladder chauffeur working in Engine 100 while waiting for a detailed school trained chauffeur.
Which one of the following situations requires immediate notification to BITS via telephone?
Select one:
a. Preference of charges against a member.
b. Misuse or misappropriation of the Department’s time.
c. Members have a serious confrontation with civilians.
d. An instance of incompetence so serious that the officer believes disciplinary charges are warranted.
C
(AUC 268 3.1, 4.1)
The correct answer is: Members have a serious confrontation with civilians.
Which one of the following choices is an FDNY core competency?
Select one:
a. CBRN/Haz-Mat Life Safety and Mass Decontamination
b. Area Evacuation
c. Water Search and Rescue
d. Arson Investigation (major case)
A
(AUC 276 2.1)
The correct answer is: CBRN/Haz-Mat Life Safety and Mass Decontamination