FT 8/10

Question 1

Units encountering frozen hydrants during operations or while on inspectional activities shall place a _________ Hydrant Disc and utilize the Hansen Hydrant application to report frozen hydrants for transmittal to the appropriate Thawing Apparatus.
Select one:
a. White
b. Blue
c. Yellow

Answer 1

C
(AUC 200 4.6.3)
The correct answer is: Yellow

Question 2

You are a Lieutenant in a Ladder Company that has just finished operating at a 10-18 for a food on the stove in a private dwelling. The Battalion was monitoring the box, and is not continuing in. Unfortunately, due to the smoke condition, the dog inside the house is found dead by members and there is no one around. Since there is no responsible party at the scene to secure the dog with, as the IC, you would be most correct to contact the ________ through the respective Borough Dispatcher?
Select one:
a. ASPCA
b. Animal Care Center
c. NYC Emergency Management
d. FDNY Watch Command

Answer 2

B
(AUC 361 — 2.1)
The correct answer is: Animal Care Center

Question 3

During a 9x6 tour the member on the housewatch answers the doorbell and finds members from BITS who would like to perform an inspection of the firehouse. Which action taken is this situation was incorrect?
Select one:
a. BITS personnel were given immediate and unrestricted access to all areas of the firehouse.
b. After presenting proper identification, members from BITS used their employee identification number in lieu of signing in for entry into the journal.
c. The housewatch firefighter immediately made an announcement requesting the officer to the housewatch area. No other notification or announcement was made.
d. BITS personnel were given unrestricted ability to interview members collectively or individually.

Answer 3

C
((Regs 20.3.10) No FDNY employee shall make any notification to any superior officers or other announcements regarding the entry of BITS, DOI, or Testing Unit personnel unless specifically ordered to by BITS, DOI or Testing Unit personnel.
The correct answer is: The housewatch firefighter immediately made an announcement requesting the officer to the housewatch area. No other notification or announcement was made.

Question 4

As a Task Force Leader during a major super storm, officers will have to maintain communications with the Incident Command Post. Which choice below is considered the primary communications tool for a Rapid Response Task Force?
Select one:
a. Department Administrative Radios (DARS)
b. 800 MHz radios
c. Department Radio
d. Cell phones

Answer 4

A
(AUC 159 Add. 8 4.1) 1st-DARS, 2nd-800 MHz, 3rd- Cell phones, 4th- Dept Radio
The correct answer is: Department Administrative Radios (DARS)

Question 5

Lt. Jordan and his ladder company are discussing ladder company operations during a severe snowstorm. In which statement made should the Lt. correct his members?
Select one:
a. When roof operations are contemplated, consideration shall be given to assigning two members to the roof.
b. Ladder company apparatus must be positioned in front of the fire building so tools and ladders will be easily accessible.
c. Members shall use water from pots, pails, faucets, etc., for incipient/growth stage fires or to check for extension while lines are being stretched.
d. If necessary, a shovel shall be included in the equipment taken to the roof.

Answer 5

B
(AUC 200 5.3.10 F) Where street accessibility is limited, the officer shall evaluate the necessity of ladder apparatus placement in regard to hydrant location and engine apparatus placement. If necessary, portable ladders and tools can be carried by hand to the fire building.
The correct answer is: Ladder company apparatus must be positioned in front of the fire building so tools and ladders will be easily accessible.

Question 6

Drills and training schedules concerning winter operations shall be initiated during which month each year?
Select one:
a. October
b. August
c. November
d. September

Answer 6

A
(AUC 200 3.3.4E)
The correct answer is: October

Question 7

The Draeger BG-4 Extended Duration SCBA (Rebreather Mask) can provide it’s wearer with up to _______ hours of breathable air, a significant increase over current SCBAs.
Select one:
a. 1
b. 4
c. 3
d. 2

Answer 7

B
(TB SCBA ADD 4 1.3)
The correct answer is: 4

Question 8

An officer, or acting officer, and not less than two firefighters, exclusive of the chauffeur, shall perform field inspection or reinspection activities with a properly operating radio equipped apparatus.
Select one:
a. Agree
b. Disagree

Answer 8

B
(Regs 12.2.2) An officer, or acting officer, and not less than THREE firefighters, exclusive of the chauffeur
The correct answer is: Disagree`

Question 9

A company officer who is instructed to “10-3” by the Borough Dispatcher would be correct to?
Select one:
a. Call their quarters
b. Call the dispatcher by telephone
c. Return to their quarters

Answer 9

B
(Communications Chap. 8)
The correct answer is: Call the dispatcher by telephone

Question 10

When repairs to the apparatus are needed, and the Department mechanic determines that the unit cannot respond, the officer must notify which of the following?
Select one:
a. The Battalion Chief
b. The Dispatcher
c. The Deputy Chief
d. All of the above

Answer 10

D
(Regs 13.3.7) Notify the Battalion and Division again if after 2 hours the unit is not back in service
The correct answer is: All of the above

Question 11

The CD-19 (Apparatus Accident Report) shall be forwarded by the apparatus operator/officer within how many hours of the accident/incident?
Select one:
a. 96
b. 24
c. 36
d. 72

Answer 11

A
(SB 56 10.1)
The correct answer is: 96

Question 12

Engine 242 responded to a sprinkler activation caused by a surge in pressure in the system. The officer of this unit should transmit a “10-34” with which one of the following codes?
Select one:
a. Code 4
b. Code 1
c. Code 2
d. Code 3

Answer 12

C
(Communications Chap. 8)
The correct answer is: Code 2

Question 13

All vacant buildings must be identified and marked by a square with an X inside of it. Which statement shows the correct dimensions of this marking?
Select one:
a. 24”x24” square with 2” lines
b. 24”x24” square with 1” lines
c. 18”x18” square with 2” lines
d. 18”x18” square with 1” lines

Answer 13

C
(Vacants 3.1)
The correct answer is: 18”x18” square with 2” lines

Question 14

An engine and ladder just extinguished a car fire on Woodhaven Blvd. The car was unoccupied at the time of the fire and the officers feel the fire was suspicious. Which code should be transmitted to notify the Bureau of Fire Investigation?
Select one:
a. 10-41 Code 2
b. 10-41 Code 3
c. 10-41 Code 1
d. 10-41 Code 4

Answer 14

B
(Communications Chap. 8) (Code 3 for unoccupied vehicles)
The correct answer is: 10-41 Code 3

Question 15

Ladder 321 arrives at the scene of a possible fire in a subway station. The BC orders the Officer to switch their radio to the primary handie-talkie subway repeater channel. The Officer would be correct to turn his radio to which channel?
Select one:
a. 11
b. 14
c. 12
d. 15

Answer 15

B
(AUC 207 Add. 16 4.4)
The correct answer is: 14

Question 16

Driving through standing water should be done cautiously, considering the depth of water is unknown and hazards may be hidden below the surface, which can damage the apparatus. The depth of water to be crossed should not exceed ______ inches for first line apparatus.
Select one:
a. 12
b. 18
c. 8
d. 6

Answer 16

B
(AUC 159 5.4.3) 18 inches for first line apparatus, 50 inches for High-Axle vehicles
The correct answer is: 18

Question 17

Visitors shall not be permitted to remain in quarters after _______ hours.
Select one:
a. 1900
b. 2200
c. 2000
d. 2100

Answer 17

B
((Regs 19.2.1)
The correct answer is: 2200

Question 18

On a straight portable ladder, the ladder length shall be marked where?
Select one:
a. Within 18 inches from the butt on each end of the rail.
b. Within 12 inches from the butt on each end of the rail.
c. Within 16 inches from the butt on each end of the rail.
d. Within 24 inches from the butt on each end of the rail.

Answer 18

B
(Ladders 1, 6.1) On Extension Ladders the marking should be at the butt end only of each rail of the bed ladder.
The correct answer is: Within 12 inches from the butt on each end of the rail.

Question 19

Manual shut off valves are generally located below ground in a valve housing under a hinged cover. Once the cover is opened, the valve can be shut by turning the 3 ½’ long wrench how many turns?
Select one:
a. 84 full turns
b. 24 full turns
c. 42 half turns
d. 84 half turns

Answer 19

D
(AUC 149 2.3.2) 42 full turns or 84 half turns. *Exception is the Long Island City shipper’s line, which are 24 full or 48 half turns. This has been asked on many exams
The correct answer is: 84 half turns

Question 20

An Engine Officer responds to 4 incidents on a day tour during which he transmitted the following radio code signals. In which radio code transmission was he correct?
Select one:
a. 10-35 Code 2 for an unnecessary alarm activation due to servicing of the alarm system
b. 10-29 Code 2 for an elevator emergency where a civilian was removed from the elevator car
c. 10-34 Code 2 for a sprinkler system emergency due to a surge in pressure
d. 10-25 Code 2 for smoke issuing under pressure from a transformer in the street

Answer 20

C
(Comm Chap 8 — Pages 8, 9, 10, 11)
The correct answer is: 10-34 Code 2 for a sprinkler system emergency due to a surge in pressure

Question 21

Choose an incorrect engine company procedure for winter operations.
Select one:
a. In the interest of getting fast water on a fire, a direct hook-up to a hydrant is permissible initially. When this is done, a two-way gate shall be connected to the hydrant.
b. The use of hydrants, standpipes in effected or nearby buildings, yard hydrant systems, drafting sites, and fireboats shall be considered as a source of water supply.
c. Avoid the use of in-line pumping where limited street accessibility is a factor.
d. Engine companies shall have pre-connected or pre-planned hydrant hook-ups to cope with situations where standard hook-ups are not possible.

Answer 21

C
(AUC 200 5.3.10 E) Consider the use of in-line pumping and subsequent development of relay operations where limited street accessibility is a factor.
The correct answer is: Avoid the use of in-line pumping where limited street accessibility is a factor.

Question 22

A Tunnel is a general term which describes a below-grade passageway. There are numerous underground tunnels between transit stations throughout the NYCT system. The Transit Authority also refers to its 14 sets of under river crossings as tunnels. Most under river tunnels actually consist of two separate structures referred to as tubes. Please choose an incorrect description of Under River Tube construction?
Select one:
a. Most tubes were bored into solid bedrock but a few tubes run through composites of clay, sand, and silt.
b. Most tubes are between 14 and 19 feet wide, which is large enough to contain 2 tracks.
c. Tubes are cylindrical in shape and are constructed of brick, concrete or tubular cast iron. Some cast iron tubes are lined with concrete. Tube walls are between 2 and 2-1/2 feet thick.

Answer 22

B
(Under River Rail Ops, section 2.2.1) Most tubes are between 14 and 19 feet wide, which is only large enough to contain 1 track.
The correct answer is: Most tubes are between 14 and 19 feet wide, which is large enough to contain 2 tracks.

Question 23

The Post Radio transmits at _____ watts.
Select one:
a. 25
b. 45
c. 5
d. 50

Answer 23

B
(Communications Chap.12 2.5 Note)
The correct answer is: 45

Question 24

A backdraft, smoke explosion or hot air explosion is the ignition and rapid combustion of a mixture of flammable gas or dust and air which flashes back through openings around the fire area. A room or fire area requires only _____ percent of its space to contain the explosive mixture for the entire area to possibly explode.
Select one:
a. 25
b. 40
c. 50
d. 15

Answer 24

A
(Taxpayers 4.4.1 F)
The correct answer is: 25

Question 25

If a pressure-reducing device (PRD) is found on a standpipe outlet, it should be removed. If the PRD cannot be removed, and there is no other outlet available without a PRD, it is permissible to use an outlet with a PRD.
Select one:
a. Agree
b. Disagree

Answer 25

A
(Engine Ops. Chap. 9 9.3.6)
The correct answer is: Agree

Question 26

When operating at Con-Edison Substations, if raising aerial ladders and tower ladder buckets, maintain a _____ foot safe clearance horizontally from the substation’s exterior fence line.
Select one:
a. 15
b. 18
c. 20
d. 12

Answer 26

B
(AUC 338 Add.2 Sec.6) and do not place portable ladders, aerial ladders or tower ladder booms or buckets against or over the wall or fence.
The correct answer is: 18

Question 27

Please choose an incorrect description about the Air Train Blue Light Station Power Removal Boxes from the list below?
Select one:
a. The activation of a Blue Light Station Power Removal Box for a life-threatening situation requires the Incident Commander to request power removal through the Fire Department Borough Communications Office via Department radio.
b. Inside each Blue Light Station Power Removal Box, there is a red power removal button. When this button is depressed, the power on certain sections of the guideway is removed.
c. In a life-threatening situation and the Blue Light Station Power Removal Box has been activated, one handie-talkie equipped member must remain at the Blue Light Station Power Removal Box to insure that the power remains off.
d. The Blue Light Station Power Removal Box has a schematic that should be used to determine the sections of the guideway that have been de-energized. Members may verify which sections of the guideway have been de-energized, if possible.
e. Blue Light Station Power Removal Boxes are located every 800 feet along the guideway.

Answer 27

D
(AUC 207, add 12, sec 6) The Blue Light Station Power Removal Box has a schematic that should be used to determine the sections of the guideway that have been de-energized. Members must always verify which sections of the guideway have been de-energized.
The correct answer is: The Blue Light Station Power Removal Box has a schematic that should be used to determine the sections of the guideway that have been de-energized. Members may verify which sections of the guideway have been de-energized, if possible.

Question 28

Please choose an incorrect operational consideration for under river rail incidents and emergency exits from the list below?
Select one:
a. Lighting is present but may need to be enhanced. Glow sticks will provide illumination, while only adding a small amount of extra heat.
b. It is critical that members are familiar with the location and configuration of subway emergency exits in their response area, especially exits in the vicinity of under river tubes.
c. Evacuating civilians and Fire Department members wearing PPE will have difficulty exiting through the stairways which are narrow and steep.

Answer 28

A
(Under River Rail Ops, section 2.5.3) Lighting is present but may need to be enhanced. Glow sticks will provide illumination without adding extra heat.
The correct answer is: Lighting is present but may need to be enhanced. Glow sticks will provide illumination, while only adding a small amount of extra heat.

Question 29

Within the AirTrain System, Blue Light Station Power Removal Boxes are located every _____ feet along the guideway.
Select one:
a. 1000
b. 600
c. 800
d. 200

Answer 29

C
(AUC 207 Add. #12 6)
The correct answer is: 800

Question 30

Choose an incorrect statement made about Chemical Protective Clothing (CPC) Units.
Select one:
a. They are trained and certified to operate in Level “A” and Level “B” CPC, and can perform required decontamination and mitigation.
b. They can be used at any incident where the IC feels their training and equipment might be beneficial.
c. They have been formed to augment the Haz-Mat Group in incidents where contaminated victims are encountered.
d. Their purpose is to assist in performing search, rescue and removal of victims, both civilian and emergency responders.

Answer 30

A
(Haz-Mat 5 1.1) They are neither trained nor equipped to perform mitigation.
The correct answer is: They are trained and certified to operate in Level “A” and Level “B” CPC, and can perform required decontamination and mitigation.

Question 31

If the roof has been cut or burned away, members should spray paint the letters “RO”?
Select one:
a. Inside the roof bulkhead
b. Directly underneath vacant building markings
c. Alongside the F.O. marking
d. Directly over the hazard markings

Answer 31

D
(Vacants 3.1)
The correct answer is: Directly over the hazard markings

Question 32

When determining the method of attack, interior or exterior, who is permitted to order an interior attack?
Select one:
a. The IC, which must be a Chief Officer
b. The IC, which may be the first arriving company officer

Answer 32

B
(Vacants 5.1) A risk assessment must be performed, bearing in mind that the highest priorities are members’ safety and the life hazard
The correct answer is: The IC, which may be the first arriving company officer

Question 33

Serious brush fire conditions occurs when there is low humidity, winds in excess of ______ MPH and little or no rainfall for the preceding ______ or more days.
Select one:
a. 15 / 3
b. 15 / 2
c. 20 / 3
d. 20 / 2

Answer 33

A
(AUC 151 3.2.1)
The correct answer is: 15 / 3

Question 34

If two buildings are involved at a rowframe fire, ________________.
Select one:
a. Transmit a 2nd alarm
b. Special call an extra engine and ladder
c. Transmit a 3rd alarm

Answer 34

A
(Rowframes 7.6 C)
The correct answer is: Transmit a 2nd alarm

Question 35

During power saw operations, observe as nearly as possible a ______ foot radius “Circle of Danger” from the point where the blade is operating.
Select one:
a. 15
b. 10
c. 20
d. 25

Answer 35

C
(TB Tools 9 4.7)
The correct answer is: 20

Question 36

What color reflective spray paint should be used to make Search Assessment Markings at collapse scenes?
Select one:
a. Green
b. Black
c. Lime-yellow
d. Red

Answer 36

C
(Collapse Addendum 2 2.2) - The same paint used to mark vacant buildings
The correct answer is: Lime-yellow

Question 37

Initially, the ___________ should be the only unit in front of a building collapse, unless there is a specific need for additional units.
Select one:
a. 1st arriving tower ladder
b. 1st arriving engine and tower ladder
c. 1st arriving ladder, aerial or tower
d. 1st arriving engine

Answer 37

A
(Collapse 5.4)
The correct answer is: 1st arriving tower ladder

Question 38

Lt. Cuomo is operating at a food on the stove when his CO meter begins a slow vibrate and slow flashing red light once every second. It also emits a slow modulating tone every second. Lt. Cuomo would be correct to know that this indicates which one of the following choices?
Select one:
a. The CO in the atmosphere has exceeded 100 PPM
b. The CO in the atmosphere has exceeded 35 PPM
c. The battery is low

Answer 38

B
(Haz-Mat 4 Add 1 2.4)
The correct answer is: The CO in the atmosphere has exceeded 35 PPM

Question 39

Please choose an incorrect construction characteristic for fireproof lofts from the list below?
Select one:
a. These buildings range from 10-15 stories in height. Rectangular dimensions are usually between 50 to 100 feet or more in width and from 75 to 200 feet deep.
b. Interior stairs are enclosed; one or more fire towers may be provided in buildings over 55 feet in height.
c. Windows are operable although central HVAC systems are more commonly found in these type lofts.
d. Fireproof lofts may have exterior screened stairways leading either to the front or rear of the building.

Answer 39

B
(Lofts, section 4) Interior stairs are enclosed; one or more fire towers may be provided in buildings over 75 feet in height.
The correct answer is: Interior stairs are enclosed; one or more fire towers may be provided in buildings over 55 feet in height.

Question 40

At a taxpayer fire, when two lines are operating on an advanced fire in a store, ________________.
Select one:
a. Transmit a third alarm
b. Transmit a second alarm
c. Special call an extra engine and ladder.

Answer 40

C
(Taxpayers 5.7.4)
The correct answer is: Special call an extra engine and ladder.

Question 41

Which engine is responsible to ensure the sprinkler system is supplied at store or cockloft fires in a taxpayer?
Select one:
a. 2nd engine
b. 4th engine
c. 1st engine
d. 3rd engine

Answer 41

D
(Taxpayers 7.3.5) Ensure sprinkler system is supplied. Stretch a line and operate as ordered by the Incident Commander.
The correct answer is: 3rd engine

Question 42

“A blue light phone cannot be used to call outside the system, but can receive calls from outside the system.” Indicate if you agree or disagree with this statement?
Select one:
a. Agree
b. Disagree

Answer 42

A
(Under River Rail Ops, section 2.9.7) To call a blue light telephone from outside of the system, dial 1 then the area code (usually 718) then the three digit exchange then the four digit extension number.
The correct answer is: Agree

Question 43

Please choose an incorrect construction characteristic for newer cast iron lofts (1880s to 1901) from the list below?
Select one:
a. Generally, there are two interior stairways located inside enclosed walls having a 2 hour fire resistive rating.
b. All exterior walls have a minimum 3 hour fire resistive rating.
c. They may be built higher (8-12 stories) and wider than older cast-iron lofts with common dimensions being 50 feet wide by 90 feet deep.
d. Interior structural elements consist of unprotected cast-iron columns and wrought- iron girders and beams supporting masonry or wooden floors.

Answer 43

D
(Lofts, section 4) Interior structural elements consist of protected cast-iron columns and wrought- iron girders and beams supporting masonry or wooden floors.
The correct answer is: Interior structural elements consist of unprotected cast-iron columns and wrought- iron girders and beams supporting masonry or wooden floors.

Question 44

At taxpayer fires, ______________ if fire extends to the cockloft, adjoining occupancy or for an advanced fire in the cellar.
Select one:
a. Special call an extra engine and ladder
b. Transmit a third alarm
c. Transmit a second alarm

Answer 44

C
(Taxpayers 5.7.4)
The correct answer is: Transmit a second alarm

Question 45

The 1st arriving ladder at a building collapse would be correct to take all but which one of the flowing actions?
Select one:
a. Protect members form secondary collapse by marking the hazard with tape, tie back or crib.
b. Do not cut, lift or remove load-bearing members except to save life.
c. If possible, question survivors regarding the number, identity and location of other occupants prior to and after the collapse.
d. Note the description and location of located survivors for use in victim tracking.

Answer 45

B
(Collapse 7.5) - DO NOT cut lift or remove load-bearing members.
The correct answer is: Do not cut, lift or remove load-bearing members except to save life.

Question 46

Of the following statements, which one is incorrect regarding the description of the Hydra Ram?
Select one:
a. It will extend to ¾ of an inch per stroke.
b. It requires no priming.
c. It has a maximum opening of 6 inches.
d. It has a maximum force of 10,000 pounds.

Answer 46

C
(TB Tools 26 1.1) Maximum opening of 4 inches
The correct answer is: It has a maximum opening of 6 inches.

Question 47

Engine 326 is special called as a FireIce Unit to a manhole fire by Battalion 53. On arrival they are ordered to direct a stream of FireIce solution into a manhole by the IC. In this situation, they would be correct to?
Select one:
a. Use a nozzle pressure of 80-100 psi, as this is optimal
b. Use a circular vacuuming motion with the pick-up tube in the FireIce container
c. Commence operations with the nozzle at a safe standoff distance of at least 25 feet
d. Direct the stream of FireIce solution to fall approximately 2-3 feet in front of the manhole opening

Answer 47

B
(AUC 180 — Add 2–8.1-8.5)
The correct answer is: Use a circular vacuuming motion with the pick-up tube in the FireIce container

Question 48

Hurricanes and other sever storms can seriously disrupt normal fire operations. Flooding, damaging winds, and storm surge may accompany the storms. All firehouses must be prepared for severe weather by requisitioning supplies and equipment in advance of hurricane season. In order to permit sufficient time for the delivery of theses items, requisitioning of these supplies shall commence on which date?
Select one:
a. January 1st
b. June 1st
c. March 1st
d. October 1st

Answer 48

C
(AUC 159 4.7.1) Items not received by May 1st shall be called to the attention of the Division Storm Coordinator
The correct answer is: March 1st

Question 49

Special leaves of absence (without pay) shall be applied for in writing at least ______ hours in advance of such leave, and include all pertinent information and reasons for request.
Select one:
a. 48
b. 36
c. 24
d. 12

Answer 49

C
(Regs 17.5.1)
The correct answer is: 24

Question 50

Engine 123 is the first FDNY unit to arrive at a subway derailment in a subway tunnel. Which one of the following actions should be the first consideration of the officer of this unit?
Select one:
a. Whether or not power removal is required
b. How many victims require medical care
c. What is the best access point for FDNY units
d. What additional FDNY units are required

Answer 50

A
(AUC 207 2.5)
The correct answer is: Whether or not power removal is required