FT Capts 4 Flashcards
Members should be familiar with the terminology used in ERP 3 to ensure efficient operations when required. Which term is incorrectly described?
Select one:
a. The Triage Transfer Point (TTP) is a designated location where medical triage takes place and patients are transferred to Orange, Yellow or Green Treatment Areas. Red-tag patients shall be immediately moved from the TTP to the Transportation Sector.
b. The Patient Removal Corridor is the location in which patients are removed from the scene via ambulances.
c. The Point of Impact (POI) is the immediate area around where the detonation occurred.
d. The Rescue Corridor is the geographical location in which patients are transferred from the Point of Impact (POI) to the Triage Transfer Point.
B
(Glossary) The Patient Removal Corridor is the geographical location in which patients are transferred from either the Triage Transfer Point (Red-tag only) or the Treatment Area to the Transportation Sector.
The correct answer is: The Patient Removal Corridor is the location in which patients are removed from the scene via ambulances.
While discussing the proper procedures to take when members find firearms, ammunition and/or possible incendiary devices, Captain Green made several statements. Which one was correct?
Select one:
a. Members may only handle or move a firearm if they are former Police Officers or Fire Marshals.
b. Evidence may be handled by members if law enforcement personnel are delayed, as long as proper chain of custody procedures are followed.
c. Prompt notification shall be given to the IC, and the NYPD and Bureau of Fire Investigation shall be notified.
d. The IC may assign members to move evidence to secure it pending the arrival of law enforcement personnel.
C
(Sec. 3.1) A – Members shall not attempt to handle or move ANY firearm, ammunition or incendiary device. C – When consistent with safety, the IC shall assign members to SAFEGUARD evidence from a safe distance until the arrival of the NYPD or BFI. D – Evidence should only be handled by the NYPD or BFI. – mention Arson Bulletin.
The correct answer is: Prompt notification shall be given to the IC, and the NYPD and Bureau of Fire Investigation shall be notified.
Capt. Jones was correct to order members of L-100 to take which action at a Suspicious Improvised Explosive Device (IED) when NYPD was not on scene?
Select one:
a. Enter nearby structures and buildings to search for additional explosive devices.
b. Establish a perimeter and evacuate people from exposed areas.
c. Establish the Incident Command Post, and if possible, a Staging Area, in line of sight of the device in order to maintain situational awareness.
d. Remind members that they shall not use HTs and cell phones within 300’ of the suspected device.
B
(Sec. 4.1.1) A – HT and Cell Phones should not be used within 150 feet of a suspected device. Apparatus, Post, and Marine radios should not be operated within 300 feet of a suspected device. C – Establish the ICP, and if possible, a Staging Area, OUT OF THE LINE OF SIGHT of the device and away from any secondary threats. D – Members SHALL NOT enter a structure or building to search for explosive devices.
The correct answer is: Establish a perimeter and evacuate people from exposed areas.
Prior to the arrival of the assigned BC, Capt. Brennan is the IC at a suspicious IED with NYPD on scene. Choose the incorrect action taken by Capt. Brennan.
Select one:
a. He ordered members to evacuate persons from danger areas and stretch precautionary lines.
b. He consulted with the NYPD IC and ascertained if the device was still deemed “suspicious” or had been “confirmed”.
c. He informed members that in compliance with CIMS protocols, this incident was a “Unified Command” incident and members would operate under the command of the NYPD IC.
d. He ordered members to use ladders and force entry to gain access to non-involved occupancies.
C
(Sec. 4.1.2, AUC 276 Sec. 5.1) A “Suspicious Package” is NYPD Single Command, however Fire Department Personnel are to be under the complete control and jurisdiction of the FDNY IC at all times.
The correct answer is: He informed members that in compliance with CIMS protocols, this incident was a “Unified Command” incident and members would operate under the command of the NYPD IC.
Using the information from Question #4, Capt. Brennan, acting as the IC, would be incorrect to take which action after the NYPD Bomb Squad confirmed the presence of an IED?
Select one:
a. Inform members that if an explosion occurs, stand up to avoid shrapnel that commonly is spread close to ground level.
b. Within the limits of safety, make contact with personnel from potentially affected buildings. Control valve locations for sprinklers, standpipes and utilities should be obtained.
c. Notify BFI.
d. Request resources to develop and support the Rescue Corridor and Patient Removal Corridor.
A
(Sec. 4.1.3) If an explosion occurs, stay down to minimize the effects of the NEGATIVE shock wave. Shock waves move around buildings.
The correct answer is: Inform members that if an explosion occurs, stand up to avoid shrapnel that commonly is spread close to ground level.
At incidents involving detonated explosive devices, first arriving units shall take several actions to ensure their safety. Which is not one of them?
Select one:
a. Ensure that responding apparatus are not positioned in the immediate area of the Point of Impact.
b. Do not don SCBA facepieces unless there are indications of respiratory danger based on victim reaction (SLUDGEM) or meter readings.
c. Respond to the Point of Impact and Triage Transfer Point with Meters, Skeds, Tourniquets, Triage tags, and CFR equipment.
d. Conduct a thorough search of the Staging Area for secondary devices.
D
(Sec. 5.1.3) Request the NYPD to conduct all SEARCHES. FDNY members assigned to a Staging Area must conduct a thorough SURVEY of the area to ensure that all threats and suspicious objects are identified and mitigated. NOTE: Members of the FDNY are not trained to conduct a SEARCH for explosive devices. Members are to SURVEY (visual observation) the Staging Area but shall not conduct a SEARCH for devices.
The correct answer is: Conduct a thorough search of the Staging Area for secondary devices.
When operating at the Point of Impact (POI) after a detonation, members shall conduct a rapid patient assessment in order to triage and remove as many critical victims as possible to the Triage Transfer Points. Which of the following choices is correct concerning this assessment?
Select one:
a. Open the victim’s airway by repositioning their head once to check for respirations.
b. Control all hemorrhaging of victims. Do not apply tourniquets due to the time constraints present.
c. If there are indications that the victim may be wearing a person-borne IED, immediately move onto the next victim after notifying all members on scene.
d. If the victim is in cardiac arrest, immediately begin CPR while simultaneously packaging the victim for removal.
A
(Sec. 5.2.3, 5.2.5, 5.3) B – Controlling MASSIVE hemorrhaging of a viable victim to save life. This may entail the use of a tourniquet. C – Immediately notify the IC, law enforcement and all first responders in the area, and EVACUATE FORTHWITH. This will ensure that a threat is not brought to a Triage Transfer Point. D – Made up- we would not get involved in advanced medical care because we want to limit operating time in the POI due to secondary device detonation while triaging and removing as many critical victims as possible to the Triage Transfer Point. The only assessment performed would be to Do A and Corrected Choice B.
The correct answer is: Open the victim’s airway by repositioning their head once to check for respirations.
After victims are assessed at the Point of Impact (POI), all of the following are correct actions to take with the exception of which one?
Select one:
a. Non-life threatened patients shall be Yellow-tagged at the Triage Transfer Point and removed to a separate Yellow Treatment Area.
b. Critical patients shall be Red-tagged at the Triage Transfer Point and removed to a separate Red Treatment Area.
c. Urgent patients shall be Orange-tagged at the Triage Transfer Point and removed to a separate Orange Treatment Area.
d. Minor-injured, ambulatory patients (Green-tagged) shall be directed from the Point of Impact to the Green Treatment Area, remote from the Triage Transfer Point.
B
(Sec. 5.3) Critical patients shall be Red-tagged and IMMEDIATELY MOVED TO THE TRANSPORTATION SECTOR to be brought to a hospital for definitive care. Note: Red Treatment Areas will only be established by the Medical Group if transportation is delayed. Note Choice D – Green Tag patients do not go to the Triage Transfer Point. Note: All injured patients shall be transported from the incident as soon as possible unless they refuse medical attention.
The correct answer is: Critical patients shall be Red-tagged at the Triage Transfer Point and removed to a separate Red Treatment Area.
Engine 100 arrived first to a large vehicle borne explosion. After determining that there was no Ladder Company on scene, Capt. James and Engine 100 took several actions. Which one was wrong?
Select one:
a. After completing their required duties, and determining that a Ladder Company was still not on scene, E-100 stood fast in a safe position while awaiting the arrival of a Ladder Company.
b. While members of E-100 stretched a precautionary line, Capt. James noticed there were no Ladder Companies on scene. Capt. James then entered the POI to obtain vital information that was relayed to the ECC to be transmitted over the Department radio.
c. Capt. James confirmed the location of the POI using plain language on the Department radio, specifying that an explosion had occurred.
d. After determining that there was no threat of fire, E-100 removed skeds and CFR equipment for use in the POI.
e. E-100 stretched a precautionary 2 ½” hoseline, which may be used to knock down fires threatening victims if needed.
A
(Sec. 5.3.1) After completing A, B, C, and D and a Ladder Company was still not on scene, the 1st Arriving Engine Company shall enter the POI to conduct a rapid assessment.
The correct answer is: After completing their required duties, and determining that a Ladder Company was still not on scene, E-100 stood fast in a safe position while awaiting the arrival of a Ladder Company.
Which victims should be tagged in the POI?
Select one:
a. None.
b. Red Tagged patients only
c. Black tag patients only.
d. Red, Orange, and Yellow Tagged patients only
C
(Sec. 5.3., 5.3.4) Only deceased victims (Black-Tag) should be tagged in the POI.
The correct answer is: Black tag patients only.
The 2nd arriving Engine Company at an explosion would be correct to take all but which one of the following actions?
Select one:
a. Remove meters, skeds and CFR equipment from the apparatus and report directly to the POI.
b. If no Ladder Companies are on scene, determine from the 1st Engine Company if assistance is needed with victim assessment and removal from the POI.
c. Establish water supply.
d. If Ladder Companies are on scene, assist in triage or utilize skeds to assist in removal to the various Treatment Areas of to the Transportation Sector.
A
(Sec. 5.3.2) Triage Transfer Point. They only report to the POI if no Ladder Companies are on scene and the 1st Engine needs assistance with victim assessment and removal from the POI.
The correct answer is: Remove meters, skeds and CFR equipment from the apparatus and report directly to the POI.
Capt. Mills, the 2nd arriving Engine Officer at a suspected IED explosion, is responsible for all but which choice while maintaining control at the Triage Transfer Point?
Select one:
a. He must remain at the Triage Transfer Point and assume control until relieved by a later arriving Engine Officer.
b. Supporting EMS operations.
c. Provide Patient Tracking Information.
d. Providing information and situational awareness to the IC until relieved.
A
(Sec. 5.3.2) A Battalion Chief
The correct answer is: He must remain at the Triage Transfer Point and assume control until relieved by a later arriving Engine Officer.
After making proper radio notifications at an IED explosion on a Manhattan Street, the Officer of the 1st arriving Ladder Company entered the POI to determine all of the following with the exception of which choice?
Select one:
a. Initial Location of the Triage Transfer Point.
b. Preferred routes for evacuation and removal of victims (Rescue Corridor).
c. Initial Location of the ICP.
d. Number of IEDs.
D
(Sec. 5.3.4) Number of VICTIMS
The correct answer is: Number of IEDs.
Quickly removing victims from the POI to the Triage Transfer Point is essential in order to save lives. Which choice is incorrect concerning this operation?
Select one:
a. If there are no EMS Units at the Triage Transfer Point, then a member of the 1st Arriving Ladder Company must remain with patients at this location until relieved by EMS personnel or a CFR unit.
b. If there are no EMS Units at the Triage Transfer Point, Engine companies shall proceed with triage of critical victims.
c. Patients may be left alone temporarily at the Triage Transfer Point if there are numerous patients at the POI and insufficient personnel on scene.
d. Skeds should be used to remove critical victims from the POI to the Triage Transfer Point.
C
(Sec. 5.3.1, 5.3.4) Patients MUST NOT be left alone at ANY location.
The correct answer is: Patients may be left alone temporarily at the Triage Transfer Point if there are numerous patients at the POI and insufficient personnel on scene.
In cases where the distance to the Triage Transfer Point is too long or numerous victims need removal to the Triage Transfer Point, several tactics can be used. Which is incorrectly described?
Select one:
a. If numerous victims need removal from the POI to the Triage Transfer Point, and the FDNY IC is not on scene, the 1st Ladder Officer can directly request assistance from the 2nd Ladder Officer or 1st Engine Company (if not engaged in fire suppression).
b. If a Patient Relay Point is established by the 1st Ladder Company, the 2nd Ladder Company shall assist the 1st Ladder Company in removing victims from the POI to the Triage Transfer Point.
c. If numerous victims need removal from the POI to the Triage Transfer Point, the 1st Ladder Officer must notify the IC for assistance.
d. If the distance from the POI to the Triage Transfer Point is too long, the 1st Ladder Company may establish a Patient Relay Point where they will transfer each victim to the 2nd Ladder Company.
B
(Sec. 5.3.4) If a PRP is established, The 1st Ladder Company will transfer each victim to the 2nd Ladder Company. The 1st Ladder Company will return to the POI with empty skeds from the 2nd Ladder Company for retrieval of more victims. If a PRP has been established by the 1st Ladder Company, then the 2nd Ladder Company will continue victim removal from the PRP to the TTP. This process will be more effective and help limit the number of members operating in the POI.
The correct answer is: If a Patient Relay Point is established by the 1st Ladder Company, the 2nd Ladder Company shall assist the 1st Ladder Company in removing victims from the POI to the Triage Transfer Point.
L-100 and L-200 are the first two Ladder Companies on scene following a detonated explosive device in the subway with numerous victims. An improper procedure to follow can be found in which choice?
Select one:
a. Ladder 100 must set up the CORE relay.
b. Ladder 200 must conduct reconnaissance of the POI.
c. Ladder 100 will not bring skeds and other equipment to the platform.
d. Ladder 200 must set up the CORE relay.
D
(Sec. 5.3.4, 5.3.5) Ladder 100 – the 1st Ladder will do this.
The correct answer is: Ladder 200 must set up the CORE relay.
Unless otherwise directed, where should the 2nd Ladder Company report to at a detonated IED incident on a city street? Select one: a. The Staging Area b. The various Treatment Areas. c. The Triage Transfer Point d. The POI
C
(Sec. 5.3.5)
The correct answer is: The Triage Transfer Point
The greatest harm of an IED is the explosive itself. Which choice is incorrect concerning the various types of IEDs and the actions to be taken?
Select one:
a. Because Improvised Incendiary Devices may cause fires that flashover much quicker than normal, members in full PPE may remove these devices from exposed positions with a shovel.
b. The profile of the contemporary suicide bomber is that there is no profile.
c. A possible indicator of a terrorist attack is a handler that appears out of place or looks nervous or fidgety.
d. When extinguishing activated incendiary devices, precautionary hoselines shall be stretched and members staged in a safe area out of line-of-sight of the device.
A
(Sec. 7.1.4) Because there is no reliable way to determine the difference between an IID and IED, members SHALL NOT handle any type of device thought to be explosive or incendiary. The NYPD Bomb Squad shall be requested if a device is discovered.
The correct answer is: Because Improvised Incendiary Devices may cause fires that flashover much quicker than normal, members in full PPE may remove these devices from exposed positions with a shovel.
Ladder 333, while operating at a water leak in Queens, suspects that the dwelling that they have entered is being used to manufacture drugs. Which choice is incorrect concerning this incident?
Select one:
a. L-333 consulted with Haz Mat and NYPD to verify that their clothing and equipment may be contaminated and/or evidence.
b. Members attempted to determine the type of lab prior to leaving.
c. The Officer notified the BC, DC, NYPD, BFI, and requested Haz Mat to respond.
d. Members shall immediately stop, and retrace their steps while backing out of the area, ensuring that they do not touch anything.
B
(Sec. 8.7.5) Members SHALL NOT attempt to determine the type of lab prior to leaving. Note: – In choice C it says NYPD (including the Bomb Squad when necessary).
The correct answer is: Members attempted to determine the type of lab prior to leaving.
All members should be familiar with a “Challenge Situation” which may occur when an NYPD Officer confronts FDNY members to verify their identity during an active shooter incident. Which choice in correct concerning this situation?
Select one:
a. Turn slowly to face the NYPD Officer in order to improve communications.
b. Do not stop performing operations while engaged in a “Challenge Situation”.
c. Remain motionless (no sudden movements).
d. ID yourself as a member of the FDNY by stating “E-100 ECC”.
C
(ERP 3A Sec. 2.2) Remain MOTIONLESS (no sudden movements), Verbally identify yourself as a member of the FDNY by rank and name, and await command of law enforcement to resume current operations.
The correct answer is: Remain motionless (no sudden movements).
While responding to a run for a possible fire in a Private Dwelling, E-100 is flagged down by a civilian who states that there is an armed individual in the Private Dwelling threatening people and attempting to start fires. NYPD is not on scene when E-100 arrives. Which action taken was wrong?
Select one:
a. The Officer immediately requested NYPD response.
b. The Officer selected a staging area behind a thick, concrete wall and notified the Dispatcher of the location.
c. The Officer instructed the ECC approach the reported address slowly, and drove past the building to perform reconnaissance.
d. The Officer notified the Dispatcher of the reported armed individual, and included that they received this information from a civilian while responding.
C
(ERP 3A Sec. 3.1)
The correct answer is: The Officer instructed the ECC approach the reported address slowly, and drove past the building to perform reconnaissance.
When the potential for secondary threats is suspected, sensitive information should be transmitted via all of the following with the exception of which choice?
Select one:
a. The MDT
b. HT Channels 11 or 12
c. Cell phone
d. Encrypted Dispatch Channels CITYWIDE FIRE 3 or CITYWIDE FIRE 4
B
(ERP 3A Sec. 3.1.3, Comm. Manual Ch. 11 Add. 3 Sec. 2, 3) Encrypted Dispatch Channels HT-9 TAC/Secure (Primary) and HT-10 CMD SEC (Command). These are secure frequencies.
The correct answer is: HT Channels 11 or 12
Captain James of L-100 took the following actions upon arriving as the 1st FDNY Unit at a scene with ongoing police activity due to aggressive deadly behavior. Which one was incorrect?
Select one:
a. After conferring with NYPD, he provided the information that was gathered from NYPD with on scene and incoming units via HT and the Dispatcher.
b. He made contact with NYPD, making sure to not enter a potential Warm or Hot Zone.
c. He alerted incoming units of the situation via the Dispatcher and HT.
d. He instructed the 1st arriving EMS Unit to take a position on the opposite side of the incident from L-100 to increase situational awareness.
D
(ERP 3A Sec. 5.1, 6.1) First fire and medical units on scene must co-locate to establish a FDNY Command Post.
The correct answer is: He instructed the 1st arriving EMS Unit to take a position on the opposite side of the incident from L-100 to increase situational awareness.
A unit that has been assigned to an active shooter incident as a part of a Division Task Force will be designated by which suffix? Select one: a. D b. A c. T d. K
D
(ERP 3A Sec. 7.2.1)
The correct answer is: K
At an active shooter incident, which choice is correct concerning FDNY operations in the Cold, Warm and Hot Zones?
Select one:
a. FDNY members shall not operate in any known Hot Zone.
b. Units shall use time, distance and shielding to increase safety.
c. FDNY members shall only operate inside a Hot Zone when requested by NYPD.
d. FDNY Units shall stage in the Cold or Warm Zones, behind concealment.
A
(ERP 3A Sec. 7.3, 7.4, 7.5)
The correct answer is: FDNY members shall not operate in any known Hot Zone.
A Captain who is part of a Rescue Task Force (RTF) should know which choice is incorrect?
Select one:
a. The FDNY Officer shall be in overall command of the RTF.
b. FDNY shall maintain unit integrity if possible.
c. The RTF may be limited to 7 FDNY members and NYPD protection.
d. The optimal team of a RTF consists of 1 Fire Officer, 1 EMS Officer, 2 EMTs, 3 FFs, and 4 NYPD SRG Officers.
A
(ERP 3A Sec. 11.2.2, 1.2.3, 11.2.3, 11.2.4)
The correct answer is: The FDNY Officer shall be in overall command of the RTF.
RTF members would not bring which choice into the Warm Zone?
Select one:
a. Oxygen and defibrillators
b. Tourniquets and Triage Tags
c. Hemostatic agents and Occlusive dressings.
d. Skeds, Ballistic vests and helmets.
A
(ERP 3A Sec. 11.4.1, 11.4.2)
The correct answer is: Oxygen and defibrillators
A Task Force would be operating correctly in which choice when operating in a Warm Zone?
Select one:
a. Medical treatment includes CPR and defibrillation of patients.
b. If a RTF member suffers any incapacitating injury in the Warm Zone, the RTF will continue operations and evacuate the injured member upon completing their tasks.
c. The RTF Leader, as the superior Officer, will always prioritize the medical actions of the RTF.
d. The task force shall enter and move in a Rolling “T” formation with the FDNY RTF Leader at the front of the formation.
e. The RTF Leader shall provide updates to the RTF Supervisor stationed at the Tactical Operations Command (TOC) that includes the number, location and status of patients, especially Red Tags.
E
(ERP 3A Sec. 11.6.1, 11.6.2, 11.7.2, 11.8.2)
The correct answer is: The RTF Leader shall provide updates to the RTF Supervisor stationed at the Tactical Operations Command (TOC) that includes the number, location and status of patients, especially Red Tags.
Members of a RTF would be expected to be operating on all but which HT channel when operating in a Warm Zone? Select one: a. 5 b. 3 c. 13 d. 2
D
(ERP 3A Sec. 11.5.2, Appendix A Sec. 3.1)
The correct answer is: 2
While operating at a 3rd alarm, the IC instructs Capt. Jackson to identify a possible collapse zone due to an unstable cornice using “DANGER DO NOT ENTER” tape. Which one of Capt. Jackson’s thoughts is correct?
Select one:
a. The tape is carried on all FDNY apparatus.
b. The danger zone should not be entered, except when authorized by the Chief of Safety.
c. The danger zone should not be entered except to save life or authorized by the IC or Sector Chief.
d. The tape is yellow with red lettering.
C
(AUC 360 Sec. 1.1, 2.3)
The correct answer is: The danger zone should not be entered except to save life or authorized by the IC or Sector Chief.
While performing salvage operations at an all hands fire, a member of Ladder 100 finds a cat in the fire apartment. The lone occupant of the apartment has been transported to the hospital, and L-100 is the only unit left at the scene. Which thought would be correct?
Select one:
a. The Officer shall notify the owner through NYCEM via the Borough Dispatcher.
b. Pet remains should not be covered prior to arrival of the Fire Marshals.
c. The Officer should contact the Animal Care Center (ACC) through the Borough Dispatcher if unable to reunite the cat with the owner.
d. The cat may not be secured with a neighbor or building rep. It must be reunited with the owner.
C
(AUC 361 Sec. 2.1, 2.2)
The correct answer is: The Officer should contact the Animal Care Center (ACC) through the Borough Dispatcher if unable to reunite the cat with the owner.
EIFS is a lightweight, synthetic cladding system found on building exteriors. Which choice concerning these systems is incorrect?
Select one:
a. The component of primary concern during firefighting operations is the innermost sheathing layer of Foam Plastic Insulation (FPI).
b. At structural fires, the presence of EIFS decreases the potential for flashover.
c. When a fire penetrates the finish coat layer and exposes the insulating material, it will result in a flowing, flammable liquid fire.
d. EIFS fires often extend via a poorly maintained or damaged finish-coat layer.
e. EIFS consists of three layers: the innermost, insulation layer composed of foam plastic insulation (FPI); the middle, reinforcing fiberglass mesh; and the outermost, finish-coat layer.
B
(AUC 362 Sec 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 1.7, 1.8) The energy-efficient, insulating properties of EIFS are designed to prevent heat from escaping the building. These properties can adversely affect firefighting operations by INCREASING the potential for flashover.
The correct answer is: At structural fires, the presence of EIFS decreases the potential for flashover.