FT 8/3

Question 1

An officer conducting LSR training with the Division Inflatable Soft Landing Mat would be incorrect to think that?
Select one:
a. The mat must be used only at a firehouse, with a portable ladder placed against the building
b. The maximum height when training with the mat is 3 stories
c. The exhaust port of the mat may face directly away from the building or to either side, but should never be placed directly against the building wall
d. The landing mat may be positioned at any suitable location around the perimeter of the firehouse, excluding the sidewalk apron

Answer 1

D
(Rope 1—DS 4—3.2, 3.3, 5.4) (Including the sidewalk apron)
The correct answer is: The landing mat may be positioned at any suitable location around the perimeter of the firehouse, excluding the sidewalk apron

Question 2

When utilizing the Division Inflatable Soft Landing Mat, an inaccurate thought is?
Select one:
a. A second safety firefighter shall be at the edge of the mat furthest from the building to maintain control of the rope during single slides
b. One Safety firefighter shall be positioned to direct pedestrians safely away
c. The zipper at the exhaust port should be in the full “CLOSED” position
d. The blower will inflate the mat in sixty seconds and must operate continuously during the entire training period

Answer 2

C
(Rope 1 DS 4—4.8.1, 4.9, 5.2, 5.3, 5.9) (Zipper is in the Full OPEN position)
The correct answer is: The zipper at the exhaust port should be in the full “CLOSED” position

Question 3

The Division Inflatable Soft Landing Mat shall be placed out of service in which situation(s)?
Select one or more:
a. The motor continually fails to operate
b. The firmness of the mat is not capable of holding the weight of a member standing on it
c. The mat develops a tear

Answer 3

A, B, C
(TB—Rope—DS 4—7.1, 7.3, 7.4)
The correct answers are: The mat develops a tear, The motor continually fails to operate, The firmness of the mat is not capable of holding the weight of a member standing on it

Question 4

An officer discussing the Life Belt was incorrect when he stated?
Select one:
a. Whenever a Life Belt is placed out of service, the officer on duty should notify the administrative division by telephone and fax
b. The Officer must complete an Out of Service Life Safety Equipment Report and forward it through the chain of command to the Chief of Safety when placing a Life Belt OOS
c. When subjected to an impact load of 2 feet or more, it should be placed out of service
d. It shall be inspected weekly when the Life Saving Rope is inspected

Answer 4

C
(TB Rope 2—2.1) (3 feet or more)
The correct answer is: When subjected to an impact load of 2 feet or more, it should be placed out of service

Question 5

Regarding the decontamination of a Personnel Harness, it would be correct to state that it should be placed out of service and sent to the Haz-Mat Decontamination Support Unit for decontamination when it has?
Select one:
a. Minor contamination from blood or other infectious material
b. Gross contamination from fireground contaminants
c. Gross contamination from other than fireground contaminants
d. Mild contamination from fireground contaminants

Answer 5

C
(TB Rope 3—5.3)
The correct answer is: Gross contamination from other than fireground contaminants

Question 6

A Company Officer working in Engine 99, a 4-firefighter unit, has her Personal Harness placed out of service and is awaiting delivery of a loaner personal harness. In this situation, the Officer should know that Engine 99 should?
Select one:
a. Be placed out of service
b. Respond to all calls, but may only operate with all of its members outside any IDLH
c. Make an Acting Lieutenant and respond to all calls, as the officer waiting for the loaner cannot respond
d. Respond with all members on duty, but the Officer may not enter an IDLH area

Answer 6

A
(TB Rope 3—5.3)
The correct answer is: Be placed out of service

Question 7

Regarding the PSS system, it would be inaccurate to state that?
Select one:
a. It is a one-time use system and is only to be used as a last resort
b. After any use, the PSS will be placed out of service
c. It shall be inspected at the start of each tour and semi-annually
d. If any component (like the bag…) of the PSS shows signs of heat exposure, place that component only out of service

Answer 7

D
(TB Rope 4—2.1, 2.2) (the entire system should be placed out of service)
The correct answer is: If any component (like the bag…) of the PSS shows signs of heat exposure, place that component only out of service

Question 8

A member inspecting the PSS finds discoloration of the rope as indicated by dark shading on the rope in certain spots. In this situation, he would be correct to think?
Select one:
a. The PSS must be placed out of service
b. The rope should be cleaned with a sponge using a detergent and warm water
c. This type of discoloration does not affect the load bearing capacity of the rope
d. The rope bag must be immediately replaced

Answer 8

C
(TB Rope 4—5.4.3)
The correct answer is: This type of discoloration does not affect the load bearing capacity of the rope

Question 9

Regarding the Search Rope design, it would be correct to state that?
Select one:
a. Spacing between distance knots is approximately 3 inches
b. Distance knots are 25 feet apart
c. Directional knots are located 12 inches before distance knots
d. All distance knots will have a directional knot

Answer 9

B
(Rope 6—3) (The 25’ distance knot has NO directional knot, Spacing between distance knots is 6 inches, Directional knots are located 18 inches)
The correct answer is: Distance knots are 25 feet apart

Question 10

A Company Officer conducting drill on the Search Rope was incorrect when he stated that?
Select one:
a. The search rope shall be tied off at intervals and when changing directions
b. If there is nothing to tie off to, take a few wraps around the bag
c. Directional knots will always be closer to the tie-off or exit
d. The search rope shall be maintained approximately 6” - 12” above the ground

Answer 10

D
(Rope 6—3.4, 5.6, 5.10) (1-2 feet)
The correct answer is: The search rope shall be maintained approximately 6” - 12” above the ground

Question 11

A Company Officer operating at a fire in a large commercial building using a search rope would be incorrect to think that?
Select one:
a. Under most conditions, the number of members assigned to the search rope should be limited to three
b. Members should never conduct searches off of the rope
c. Companies relieving another company operating on a search rope should enter the area to be searched with their right hand in contact with the rope, if possible
d. A second alarm ladder ordered to search an area with a search rope should maintain unit integrity, operating with a search team and the remaining members at the tie-off point

Answer 11

B
(Rope 6—6.3, 7.1, 7.2, 8.2) (The Officer must decide if members will conduct searches off the rope)
The correct answer is: Members should never conduct searches off of the rope

Question 12

At fires in High Rise Office Buildings and HRFPMDs, the 2nd Engine Officer provides the communications link between the lobby and the fire area using the Post Radio pending the establishment of the Fire Sector. Which choice is incorrect concerning this operation?
Select one:
a. The 1st arriving BC shall give the Post radio to the 2nd Engine Officer.
b. After contacting the IC on the Command Channel on the Post radio, the 2nd Engine Officer will contact the units in the area via HT on the Tactical Channel.
c. If the 2nd Engine Officer has already ascended to the upper floors prior to the arrival of the 1st BC, the 3rd Engine Officer is responsible to obtain and use the Post radio.
d. The 2nd Engine Officer will take the Post Radio and report to the vicinity of the standpipe outlet from which the first hoseline is being stretched.

Answer 12

C
(Ch. 12 Sec. 6.2, 6.3 Note) (BC gives Post radio to member operating the elevator. This member contacts the 2nd Eng Officer upon arrival 2 floors below the fire. The 2nd ENGINE OFF ensures the Post radio is obtained from the member operating the elevator)
The correct answer is: If the 2nd Engine Officer has already ascended to the upper floors prior to the arrival of the 1st BC, the 3rd Engine Officer is responsible to obtain and use the Post radio.

Question 13

All of the following are duplex HT channels with the exception of which one?
Select one:
a. 13
b. 12
c. 11
d. 14

Answer 13

A
(Ch. 13–1.1)
The correct answer is: 13

Question 14

Upon arrival at a reported fire in a High-Rise Office Building, the covering Officer is informed that the building has a Base Station Leaky Cable System. Which thought would be incorrect?
Select one:
a. Transmissions made from upper floors are carried to all areas of the building.
b. It is a Simplex radio.
c. It can either operate on FDNY HT channels 1 through 8 or it may utilize in-house radios.
d. Transmissions made from the base station will be carried to all areas of the building.

Answer 14

A
(Ch. 13 Sec. 2.2) (Transmissions captured by the cable are received at the base station radio but are NOT re-transmitted. Important messages that are needed to be heard by all members should be re-transmitted at the base station radio by the member monitoring transmissions.)
The correct answer is: Transmissions made from upper floors are carried to all areas of the building.

Question 15

Upon arrival at a response for a reported smoke condition in a High Rise Office Building, the Fire Safety Director informs the Officer of L-24 that the building has an FDNY programmed Duplex UHF Repeater compatible with HT Channel 11. Which action taken by the Officer should be corrected?
Select one:
a. He activated the Building ARCS with a 1620 key at the Fire Command Station.
b. He switched his HT to Channel 11.
c. After leaving a member at the Incident Command Post, he performed a test of the repeater system upon arriving at the smoke condition on the 2nd floor.
d. He had the Dispatcher notified that the Building duplex UHF radio repeater system using HT Channel 11 had been activated.

Answer 15

C
(Ch. 13 Sec. 3.1.1) (The Officer will ensure functional test is performed PRIOR TO LEAVING THE LOBBY)
The correct answer is: After leaving a member at the Incident Command Post, he performed a test of the repeater system upon arriving at the smoke condition on the 2nd floor.

Question 16

While performing Subway Emergency Exit inspections, Captain Mack discussed the Subway Repeater System. Which statement was incorrect?
Select one:
a. If a dead spot is encountered in the repeater coverage, all members shall immediately discontinue use of the repeater channel.
b. The NYC Transit duplex radio repeater system is always ON.
c. Duplex radio repeater systems do not support multiple transmissions given at the same time.
d. Channel 14 is the Primary Subway Repeater Channel.

Answer 16

A
(Ch. 13 Sec. 2.1, 3.2.1) (Prior to abandoning the use of the ARCS channel, the units shall return to a location where previous communications were successful. If communications at this location are now successful on the ARCS channel, report the dead spot to the IC and continue to operate on the ARCS channel.)
The correct answer is: If a dead spot is encountered in the repeater coverage, all members shall immediately discontinue use of the repeater channel.

Question 17

Engine 100 would be correct to initially attempt to contact the on-scene EMS unit upon arrival at a CFRD incident as indicated in which choice?
Select one:
a. Transmit “Engine 100 to EMS” on HT Channel 1.
b. Contact EMS through the FDNY Citywide Dispatcher.
c. Contact EMS through the Borough Dispatcher.
d. Transmit “Engine 100 to EMS” only on HT Channel 10.

Answer 17

A
(Ch. 14 Add. 1–2.2, 2.4, 2.5)
The correct answer is: Transmit “Engine 100 to EMS” on HT Channel 1.

Question 18

When Fire Units transmit on EMS borough or citywide frequencies, they shall include all of the following information with the exception of which choice?
Select one:
a. The address of the incident including cross streets.
b. The box number.
c. The unit calling e.g. “Engine 3 to EMS”.
d. Relevant critical information.

Answer 18

B
(Ch. 14 Add. 1 Sec. 2.7)
The correct answer is: The box number.

Question 19

The TAC “U” Channel, used to communicate directly with NYPD, is found on Zone A, Channel ______.
Select one:
a. 16
b. 13
c. 9
d. 14

Answer 19

B
(Ch. 14 Add. 2 Sec. 2.1)
The correct answer is: 13

Question 20

As Captain Cooker of E-227 arrives on scene of a fire in a Row Frame, he hears L-123 Irons FF transmit a 10-45 for a victim on the 1st floor. Due to Battalion being delayed, Capt. Cooker is currently the IC. Which choice is incorrect concerning contacting EMS?
Select one:
a. If unable to contact EMS on HT Channel 1, Captain Cooker should contact the FD Dispatcher to relay information to EMS.
b. Captain Cooker should attempt to contact EMS on HT Channel 1.
c. When transmitting on EMS-CW1, Capt. Cooker should state “We have one 10-45 at a 10-75. The victim is in front of Exposure 2”.
d. Critical information vital to patient care can be communicated to the EMS Citywide Dispatch on “EMS CW 1”.

Answer 20

C
(Ch 14 Add 1–3.6) (Info relayed on EMS-CW1 should be in plain speak language (no 10 codes, fire jargon,..)
The correct answer is: When transmitting on EMS-CW1, Capt. Cooker should state “We have one 10-45 at a 10-75. The victim is in front of Exposure 2”.

Question 21

Captain Smith, operating as the IC at a car fire on the Long Island Expressway just outside of the NYC border, decided to use a UTAC HT channel to coordinate operations with Nassau County units. Which operation was incorrect?
Select one:
a. After making contact with Nassau County personnel, she designated her ECC to monitor the UTAC channel.
b. Upon completion of operations, she used the UTAC channel to discuss an administrative issue with the Captain of a nearby FDNY unit.
c. She changed her HT to utilize UTAC channel 42D.
d. She used plain speak when using the UTAC channel.

Answer 21

B
(Ch. 14 Add. 4 Sec. 1.1, 2, 3) (UTAC channels shall NOT BE USED TO COMMUNICATE WITH EACH OTHER IN DAILY ROUTINE ACTIVITIES)
The correct answer is: Upon completion of operations, she used the UTAC channel to discuss an administrative issue with the Captain of a nearby FDNY unit.

Question 22

Choose an incorrect choice regarding FDNY Buckeye Pipeline operations.
Select one:
a. All engine companies responding to a 2nd alarm from a street box associated with a leak should place additional cans of foam on the apparatus.
b. Foot patrols are to be conducted by two handie-talkie equipped firefighters
c. Units performing isolation duties will announce 10-84 at valve locations and inform the dispatcher of valve closures and completion of patrol duties.
d. Upon confirmation of a confirmed leak, transmit a second alarm for the street box nearest the leak location.

Answer 22

A
(AUC 149 4.12, 6.2.2, 7.3.1) (Out of Quarters when alarm received - do not return to get foam)
The correct answer is: All engine companies responding to a 2nd alarm from a street box associated with a leak should place additional cans of foam on the apparatus.

Question 23

Buckeye Pipeline valves located on the shipper’s lines extending from the Long Island City terminal require _____ full turns clockwise to shut off.
Select one:
a. 24
b. 12
c. 48
d. 42

Answer 23

A
(AUC 149 2.3.2)
The correct answer is: 24

Question 24

At Buckeye Pipeline operations, it would be correct to state that Department apparatus should not be brought closer than _____ feet to a leak and “flag persons” when needed for railroad tracks should be placed at least _____ feet on each side of the incident?
Select one:
a. 1000, 1000
b. 600, 800
c. 600, 1000
d. 800, 600

Answer 24

C
(AUC 149—6.5.7, 6.6.2)
The correct answer is: 600, 1000

Question 25

Forestry hose is issued to all Brush Fire Units and Staten Island Engine Companies. Choose an incorrect fact about this hose.
Select one:
a. It is intended for outside wildland fires, but may be used for structural fires only if life is in danger.
b. It is highly maneuverable at brush fire operations.
c. It can be utilized as a handline or can be coupled to booster reels to extend the booster line.
d. The hose is 1” lightweight yellow hose in 100-foot lengths.

Answer 25

A
(AUC 151 4.7) (This hose is for wildland fires only)
The correct answer is: It is intended for outside wildland fires, but may be used for structural fires only if life is in danger.

Question 26

FDNY brush fire tactics are correctly stated in all but which one of the flowing choices?
Select one:
a. Breaking up heat waves by using a water curtain is generally effective.
b. Consider wetting down unburned areas ahead of the fire.
c. Initial attack operations should concentrate on mobility. Avoid hooking up to hydrants, except to protect exposures.
d. Streams should be directed at the burning brush, not at the flames burning above the brush.

Answer 26

A
(AUC 151 5.4.17) (Is generally ineffective, Instead, utilize streams to apply water directly onto exposures)
The correct answer is: Breaking up heat waves by using a water curtain is generally effective.

Question 27

Members assigned to Reconnaissance teams during hurricanes would be incorrect to think?
Select one:
a. Teams should be comprised of 2-4 members
b. Reconnaissance teams are primarily concerned with triage, and secondarily rescue
c. Members on Recon teams should be capable of moving by land and water
d. Members on Recon teams should be mobile, yet inconspicuous to the public

Answer 27

B
(AUC 159—5.4.1)
The correct answer is: Reconnaissance teams are primarily concerned with triage, and secondarily rescue

Question 28

All units assigned portable dewatering pumps shall ensure that such pumps are placed on the apparatus, in the space previously determined for this purpose, ______ hours prior to a predicted storm.
Select one:
a. 48
b. 12
c. 24
d. 36

Answer 28

A
(AUC 159 5.2.3)
The correct answer is: 48

Question 29

The depth of water to be crossed should not exceed _______ inches for first line apparatus, and _____ inches for FDNY Hi-Axle vehicles.
Select one:
a. 12, 36
b. 30, 40
c. 24, 48
d. 18, 50

Answer 29

D
(AUC 159 5.4.3)
The correct answer is: 18, 50

Question 30

A utility company will dispatch an emergency crew immediately upon receipt of which 10-25 codes?
Select one:
a. Code 1 and Code 2
b. Code 1 and Code 4
c. Code 4 only
d. Code 1 only

Answer 30

B
(AUC 180 1.1)
The correct answer is: Code 1 and Code 4

Question 31

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Answer 31

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Question 32

When using a FireIce handline, the member operating the nozzle should commence operations at a safe standoff distance of _______ feet.
Select one:
a. 40
b. 15
c. 25
d. 50

Answer 32

D
(AUC 180 Add. 2 8.4)
The correct answer is: 50

Question 33

Members should direct the stream of FireIce solution to fall approximately _______ in front of the manhole opening, and allow the product to flow into the manhole.
Select one:
a. 12 inches
b. 18 inches
c. 24 inches
d. 6 inches

Answer 33

A
(AUC 180 Add.2 8.5) (One foot IFO)
The correct answer is: 12 inches

Question 34

A Rapid Response Vehicle Task Force that has been activated during a major storm should know that which one of the following choices is considered the primary method of communications with the Incident Command Post?
Select one:
a. Cell Phones
b. 800 MHz radios
c. Department radio
d. DARS radios

Answer 34

D
(AUC 159 Add.8 4.1)
The correct answer is: DARS radios

Question 35

After assisting a civilian who was being harassed on the street, the officer of the unit shall forward a letterhead report, with endorsements to whom?
Select one:
a. Battalion Commander
b. Division Commander
c. Chief of Operations
d. Borough Commander

Answer 35

C
(AUC 3 1.5)
The correct answer is: Chief of Operations

Question 36

When a snow or ice emergency is imminent, _______ extra lengths of _______ hose rolled or folded shall be placed on each engine and ladder apparatus.
Select one:
a. 4 / 1 ¾”
b. 6 / 1 ¾”
c. 6 / 2 ½”
d. 4 / 2 ½”

Answer 36

C
(AUC 200 3.3.3 D)
The correct answer is: 6 / 2 ½”

Question 37

Drills and training schedules concerning winter operations shall be initiated during the month of _______________ each year.
Select one:
a. December
b. September
c. October
d. November

Answer 37

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

Question 38

Units shall maintain a minimum of how many shovels for snow clearance in front of quarters and for hydrant clearance during winter operations?
Select one:
a. 6
b. 2
c. 4
d. 8

Answer 38

A
(AUC 200 3.3.8 C)
The correct answer is: 6

Question 39

Every officer who observes a member exhibiting possible signs of alcohol or drug abuse shall consult with?
Select one:
a. Administrative Division Chief
b. Administrative Battalion Chief
c. Counseling Services Unit (CSU)
d. Bureau of Health Services (BHS)

Answer 39

C
(AUC 202 5.4)
The correct answer is: Counseling Services Unit (CSU)

Question 40

Every officer who reasonably suspects or knows that a member has engaged in conduct prohibited by AUC 202 shall immediately take all but which one action?
Select one:
a. Conduct a roll call of all on-duty and off-duty members present
b. Prohibit on and off duty members from leaving the premises
c. Relieve the on-duty members from emergency response duty and have the affected unit placed out of service.
d. Notify the administrative BC and BITS. Document the incident in the company journal.

Answer 40

A
(AUC 202 5.5) (This is the Investigating Officer’s Duty)
The correct answer is: Conduct a roll call of all on-duty and off-duty members present

Question 41

The first consideration on arrival at a subway or railroad operation involving electrified track will be?
Select one:
a. What type of communications will be used for the incident.
b. How many victims are involved.
c. Whether the power is to remain on or turned off.
d. What additional units, if any, will be required.

Answer 41

C
(AUC 207 3.2)
The correct answer is: Whether the power is to remain on or turned off.

Question 42

When performing a handie-talkie relay at subway operations, the Engine Officer should take a position approximately how many yards from the Roof FF?
Select one:
a. 100
b. 50
c. 150
d. 25

Answer 42

A
(AUC 207 4.1)
The correct answer is: 100

Question 43

When a fuel spill is close to a grating or main entrance of a subway station, members must try to top the flow into these entrances by diking, preferably with?
Select one:
a. Planking
b. Charged lengths of hose encircling the fuel spill
c. Sand or earth

Answer 43

C
(AUC 207 5.8 L)
The correct answer is: Sand or earth

Question 44

A member directed to halt train traffic shall use a light. The light is to be held chest high and moved in a?
Select one:
a. Vertical motion of at least 6 feet
b. Horizontal motion of at least 4 feet
c. Vertical motion of at least 4 feet
d. Horizontal motion of at least 6 feet

Answer 44

B
(AUC 207 7.4)
The correct answer is: Horizontal motion of at least 4 feet

Question 45

When utilizing a “Light Train”, the primary means of communications shall be via?
Select one:
a. Sound powered phones
b. Handie-Talkie Relay
c. The Train Operator’s radio
d. The train conductor’s hand held radio

Answer 45

C
(AUC 207 Add.7)
The correct answer is: The Train Operator’s radio

Question 46

Units operating in the vicinity of overhead catenary wires on Amtrak Railroad Lines should take advantage of the reach of the fog stream and observe to a minimum approach distance of ________ feet to the wires.
Select one:
a. 15
b. 10
c. 25
d. 4

Answer 46

B
(AUC 207 Add.9 3.2.4)
The correct answer is: 10

Question 47

Administrative units shall inspect the subway dry standpipe systems and test the sound-powered telephones how often?
Select one:
a. Annually
b. Semi-annually
c. Quarterly
d. Monthly

Answer 47

B
(AUC 207 Add.10 5.1) (Semi-Annual during Subway Emergency Exit Inspection)
The correct answer is: Semi-annually

Question 48

Blue Light Station Power Removal Boxes are located every ________ feet along the guideway of the JFK AirTrain System.
Select one:
a. 1000
b. 800
c. 400
d. 600

Answer 48

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

Question 49

Emergency Evacuation devices at underground and grade level stations are located at the first “Blue Light” location?
Select one:
a. North of the northbound platform, typically within 150 feet of the platform end
b. South of the southbound platform, typically within 50 feet of the platform end
c. South of the southbound platform, typically within 150 feet of the platform end
d. North of the northbound platform, typically within 50 feet of the platform end

Answer 49

B
(AUC 207—Add 11)
The correct answer is: South of the southbound platform, typically within 50 feet of the platform end

Question 50

An FDNY unit experiencing a problem with the MTA New York City Transit Repeater should notify who?
Select one:
a. Public Transportation Safety Unit by email
b. Borough Communications Office via Department radio
c. Administrative Battalion by telephone
d. Chief of Operations via letterhead report

Answer 50

B
(AUC 207 Add 16—6)
The correct answer is: Borough Communications Office via Department radio