HFD Policies (88 Questions)

Question 1

According to the Operational Guideline regarding Notebooks, which of the following acts or codes provides citizens with a right of access to records within the custody or control of all municipal public sector organizations, including Fire Departments:
A) Fire Protection and Prevention Act
B) Ontario Fire Code
C) Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act D) Municipal Conflict of Interest Act

Answer 1

C) Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act

(Answer C)

Question 2

According to the Operational Guideline regarding Notebooks, when an individual has filled a notebook, they shall contact their Senior Officer who will come and collect the full notebook and issue the replacement. Where is the completed notebook then sent to for it to be retained?
A) Training Division
B) Communications
C) City Hall
D) Fire Prevention Bureau

Answer 2

D) Fire Prevention Bureau

(Answer D)

Question 3

According to the Operational Guideline regarding Power Saws, when shall power saws be inspected by career suppression personnel?
A) Monthly
B) At the beginning of each shift and after each use
C) Bi-weekly
D) Every Sunday

Answer 3

B) At the beginning of each shift and after each use

(Answer B)

Question 4

According to the Operational Guideline regarding Power Saws, when shall power saws be started and run briefly by career suppression personnel?
A. Saturdays
B. Sundays
C. Monthly
D. Fridays

Answer 4

A. Saturdays

(Answer A)

Question 5

According to the Operational Guideline regarding Power Saws, in emergency situations, all personnel within 10 m of an operating power saw shall follow the requirements listed below, EXCEPT:
A) Be wearing eye protection including;
i. Fire helmet faceshield in the down position
ii. Protective goggles
B) Protect an area of at least a 10m radius from the work area
C) Ensure unprotected personnel and bystanders keep a safe distance
D) Distract the operator

Answer 5

D) Distract the operator

(Answer D)

Question 6

According to, P&P 0401.00, Apparatus Operations, when is it permissible to “short-jack” an Aerial Ladder?
A) When an outrigger won’t go out, becomes stuck at a call
B) In a rescue situation
C) When in a narrow laneway or road
D) Never, “short-jacking” is not to occur

Answer 6

D) Never, “short-jacking” is not to occur

(Answer D: P&P 0401.2.08)

Question 7

According to, P&P 0406.00, Apparatus Operations, when in “pump mode”, the engine brake will be in what position?
A) Off
B) High
C) Medium
D) Low

Answer 7

A) Off

(Answer A: P&P 0406.1.01)

Question 8

According to, P&P 0406.00, Apparatus Operations, wheel blocks shall be in place when?
A) Only when working at structure fires
B) Whenever vehicles are parked or left unattended in a station or otherwise
C) Only at the MATC
D) Only when parked on steep grades

Answer 8

B) Whenever vehicles are parked or left unattended in a station or otherwise

(Answer B: 0406.6.01)

Question 9

According to, P&P 0612.01, Notification of the Ontario Fire Marshal, who is responsible for requesting that the OFM respond?
A) Fire Chief
B) Incident Commander
C) Captain
D) Any Firefighter

Answer 9

B) Incident Commander

(Answer B; P&P 0612.01)

Question 10

According to, P&P 0612.01, Notification of the Ontario Fire Marshal, who is responsible for actually contacting the OFM, for them to respond?
A) Communication Officer
B) Captain
C) District Chief
D) Platoon Chief

Answer 10

A) Communication Officer

(Answer A; P&P 0612.01)

Question 11

According to Policy #0214.00, what are the high and low temperature limitations that govern general outdoor training conditions for Hamilton Fire Department?
A) Temperature and/or humidity are over 32 degrees Celsius or temperature and/or wind chill are below -8 degrees Celsius
B) Temperature and/or humidity are equal to or over 30 degrees Celsius or temperature and/or wind chill are equal to or below -12 degrees Celsius
C) Temperature and/or humidity are equal to or over 30 degrees Celsius or temperature and/or wind chill are equal to or below -6 degrees Celsius
D) Temperature and/or humidity are equal to or over 30 degrees Fahrenheit or temperature and/or wind chill are equal to or below -6 degrees Fahrenheit.

Answer 11

C) Temperature and/or humidity are equal to or over 30 degrees Celsius or temperature and/or wind chill are equal to or below -6 degrees Celsius

Answer: C

Question 12

According to Policy #0214.00, what is the low temperature limitation that govern outdoor training conditions for Ice Rescue in the Hamilton Fire Department?
A) Temperature and/or wind chill are below –12 degrees Celsius
B) Temperature and/or wind chill are equal to or below –6 degrees Celsius
C) Temperature and/or wind chill are equal to or below –12 degrees Fahrenheit
D) Temperature and/or wind chill are equal to or below –12 degrees Celsius

Answer 12

D) Temperature and/or wind chill are equal to or below –12 degrees Celsius

Question 13

According to, P&P 0648.00, Civil Unrest, Disturbances, Picket Lines and Public Demonstrations, which Rank and above may request Police for “IMMEDIATE” attendance to any incident for which police are required?
A) Platoon Chief
B) District Chief
C) Captain
D) Captain or other Personnel

Answer 13

D) Captain or other Personnel

(Answer D: P&P 0648.1.09)

Question 14

According to, P&P 0633.00, Violent Situations, what is the “10 Code” to be used for “IMMEDIATE” Police assistance where the safety of personnel may be jeopardized if verbal discretion is not used?
A) 10- 33
B) 10- 43
C) 10- 78
D) 10-88

Answer 14

C) 10- 78

(Answer C: P&P 0633.5.04)

Question 15

According the Operational Guideline regarding Safety Officer System on HFDnet, Guideline 2.01 states that the Incident Safety Officer (Car #73) shall automatically dispatched to each of the following
EXCEPT:
A) Medical calls
B) All First Alarms
C) All Multiple Alarms
D) All High Angle Rope Responses

Answer 15

A) Medical calls

(Answer A)

Question 16

According the Operational Guideline regarding Safety Officer System on HFDnet, the incident safety function, every time the Hamilton Fire Department responds to an incident, begins with the first arriving unit, typically the company officer/IC as part pf the initial size up and continues until the incident is terminated. Guideline 5.05 states that the initial incident commander/incident safety officer (ie. initial company officer) shall consider the following tasks EXCEPT:
A) Follow Hamilton Fire Department Policies that pertain to the incident
B) Make use of the Incident Management System
C) Choose not to take command
D) Determine a strategy (Offensive or Defensive)

Answer 16

C) Choose not to take command

(Answer C)

Question 17

According the Operational Guideline regarding Safety Officer System on HFDnet, Guideline 4.0 states that the following responsibilities fall under the Authority of the Incident Safety Officer EXCEPT:

A) At an emergency incident, the Incident Safety Officer shall be responsible for the overall
management of the incident and for the safety of all members involved at the scene
B) At an emergency incident where the activities are judged by the incident safety officer as posing an imminent threat to fire fighter safety, the incident safety officer shall have the authority to stop, alter, or suspend those activities
C) The incident safety officer shall immediately inform the incident commander of any actions taken to correct imminent hazards at an emergency scene
D) At an emergency incident where an incident safety officer identifies unsafe conditions, operations, or hazards that do not present an imminent threat to firefighters, the incident safety officer shall take appropriate action through the incident commander to mitigate or eliminate the unsafe condition, operation, or hazard

Answer 17

A) At an emergency incident, the Incident Safety Officer shall be responsible for the overall
management of the incident and for the safety of all members involved at the scene

(Answer A)

Question 18

According to Policy 0507.00, Rapid Intervention Teams (RIT) – Operations, Tasks and Responsibilities, Guideline 2.02 on HFDnet, the RIT Team shall announce benchmarks as they are achieved and call for assistance should they be unable to achieve the task. Which of the following is NOT one of those benchmarks:

A) Low on air
B) Deployed
C) Firefighter Located
D) Firefighter Outside

Answer 18

A) Low on air

(Answer A)

Question 19

According to Policy 0507.00, Rapid Intervention Teams (RIT) – Operations, Tasks and Responsibilities, Guideline 6.01 on HFDnet, RIT personnel should perform the following tasks, EXCEPT:

A) Assess the emergency scene perimeter 360 degrees of building noting apparatus placement, points of entry, alternate exit doors and windows
B) Provide additional means of egress (laddering building) for personnel conducting operations who are operating above the ground floor
C) Be involved with on scene fire attack responsibilities wherever possible
D) D) Illuminate entrances and exits using lights

Answer 19

C) Be involved with on scene fire attack responsibilities wherever possible

(Answer C)

Question 20

According to Policy 0507.00, Rapid Intervention Teams (RIT) – Operations, Tasks and Responsibilities,
Guideline 7.01 on HFDnet, it is the responsibility of the RIT Sector person to do the following, EXCEPT:

A) Ensure the RIT is fully equipped
B) Thoroughly brief the team prior to entry
C) Be the primary radio contact for the RIT
D) Position on scene apparatus for fire attack

Answer 20

D) Position on scene apparatus for fire attack

(Answer D)

Question 21

HFD P & P 0301.00 – Incident Reporting, provides guidelines for the completion of incident reports. Which of the following guidelines is not included in P & P 0301.00:
A) Upon return to the station, all Career and Volunteer Operations Officers, who responded on an apparatus or who were in charge of a crew on the fire ground shall complete the appropriate sections of the incident report within two (2) hours of their apparatus returning to the station.
B) all officers are to complete their applicable incident report sections as directed in the HFD Fire Incident Reporting Manual
C) Unless otherwise directed, all pending reports are to be completed by the Career Officers before they go off-duty. Should a call come in close to shift change, it is expected that the officer will complete the report and submit the associated overtime
D) All applicable areas/fields of reports (based on the type of incident) shall be completed unless the reporting officer is of the opinion that no significant damage or injury resulted from the incident or actions of the fire department.

Answer 21

D) All applicable areas/fields of reports (based on the type of incident) shall be completed unless the reporting officer is of the opinion that no significant damage or injury resulted from the incident or actions of the fire department.

Answer: D

Question 22

According to P & P 0618.00 – High-Rise Operations, describes rules for breaking of glass windows or doors on the exterior of high-rise buildings. Which of the following is correct:
A) Do not break glass in high rise unless you have looked out the window or door to ensure no one will be struck by falling glass within a 30meter safety zone.
B) Do not break glass in high rise until a charged hose line is in place to begin hydraulic ventilation.
C) Do not break glass in high rise until your company officer has given a size-up report to Incident Command detailing smoke conditions.
D) Do not break glass in high rise unless it is coordinated with and confirmed by Command that a
safety perimeter is established (At least 60 metres).

Answer 22

D) Do not break glass in high rise unless it is coordinated with and confirmed by Command that a
safety perimeter is established (At least 60 metres).

Answer D

Question 23

According to P & P 0618.00 - High-rise Operations and memo 2020-AP-697, the Second arriving Engine/Pump at a High-rise incident shall:
A) Will don full PPE, gather appropriate equipment, and proceed to the floor above the fire to assume duties formerly performed by the Rescue Unit
B) Will be committed to obtaining a water supply and connecting to the Standpipe System of the high-rise
C) Will locate and stand-by at the closest hydrant, await confirmation of the IC to begin water supply before assuming Lobby Sector
D) Will don full PPE, gather appropriate equipment, and proceed to the lobby, locate a responsible party for the building and gain control of the elevator

Answer 23

B) Will be committed to obtaining a water supply and connecting to the Standpipe System of the high-rise

Answer: B

Question 24

According to P & P 0618.00 - High-rise Operations identifies “Immediate Priorities” for first arriving units. Which of the following is not one of those priorities:
A) Recalling and assuming control of the elevators.
B) Assessing stairs, designating fire fighting/evacuation stairs.
C) Establishing a Command and a Lobby Sector. Assessing lobby conditions, verifying actual fire and fire location(s).
D) Proceed directly to the fire floor and begin aggressive fire attack combined with search and
rescue operations.

Answer 24

D) Proceed directly to the fire floor and begin aggressive fire attack combined with search and
rescue operations.

Answer: D

Question 25

According to P & P 0618.40 - High-rise Operations – Elevators, identifies elevator procedures for HFD high-rise operations. Which of the following statements is not correct:
a) Never take an elevator directly to the fire floor or above. If used, the elevator should only be taken to the floor below the fire
b) The responsible party/key holder for the building may operate elevator and provide access to locked apartments
c) Firefighters should never use an elevator if there is any chance it will travel to or above the fire floor.
d) If unsure of the elevators, consider using them to send equipment only instead of firefighters (if the elevators can be used without an operator).
(Answer b: Only HFD personnel in full PPE may operate elevators)

Answer 25

b) The responsible party/key holder for the building may operate elevator and provide access to locked apartments

Answer: B

Question 26

According to P & P 0214.00 (revised January 4, 2022), which of the following criteria is not a cause to cancel Inspections and or outdoor training:
A) Temperature is equal to or over 30° Celsius
B) Humidity is equal to or over 30° Celsius
C) Temperature is equal to or under 6° Celsius
D) Wind Chill is equal to or under -6° Celsius

Answer 26

C) Temperature is equal to or under 6° Celsius

Answer: C

Question 27

According to P & P 0608.01 - Cellulose Insulation, which of the following actions is not required during overhaul after a fire involving cellulose insulation:
A) In buildings where some of the fibre insulating material has been left intact, an active fire watch shall be maintained for a minimum of two hours, followed by evaluation by the Platoon Chief or a District Chief
B) Overhaul shall be continued until there is no evidence of charring or smoke staining on the material being removed or the surrounding building material
C) Removal of and or thorough soaking-in-place of all blown-in cellulose insulation from the entire attic
D) Establish fire origin and extent of spread. Complete initial extinguishment. Overhaul sequence

Answer 27

C) Removal of and or thorough soaking-in-place of all blown-in cellulose insulation from the entire attic

Answer: C

Question 28

According to Policy 0629.00 - Operations Near Water/Shore Based Rescue, at an alarm, if a firefighter accidentally enters the water (falling overboard or off a dock, etc.), the Incident Commander shall immediately upgrade the alarm ____ level(s) (1.05).

A) Four (4)
B) Two (2)
C) Three (3)
D) One (1)

Answer 28

D) One (1)

Answer: D

Question 29

According to Policy 0629.00 - Operations Near Water/Shore Based Rescue, the response for call indicating open water is in close proximity shall NOT include which apparatus:

A) Rescue Unit / Engine / Pump
B) Marine Unit
C) Nearest Apparatus
D) Ladder truck

Answer 29

D) Ladder truck

Answer: D

Question 30

According to Policy 0629.00 - Operations Near Water/Shore Based Rescue, If Hamilton Beach Rescue is requested by Incident Command for any Open Water rescue call, The Hamilton Beach Rescue Unit operational channel will be patched into our operational TAC for the alarm and the Incident Commander will have the ability to directly communicate with personnel from Hamilton Beach Rescue.
Which of the Primary contacts along with their radio aliases at Hamilton Beach Rescue are NOT used (1.04)?

A) Chief - Alpha 1
B) Deputy Chief - Alpha 2
C) Unit Administrator - Alpha 3
D) Hamilton Police Administrator – Alpha 4

Answer 30

D) Hamilton Police Administrator – Alpha 4

Answer: D

Question 31

According to Policy 0629.00 - Operations Near Water/Shore Based Rescue, which of the following requires the response of the nearest apparatus and a Marine Unit (1.09, 1.10, 1.11)?
A) A person in distress in a swimming pool
B) A medical call on any docked boat
C) Any fire on any docked boat
D) All of the above

Answer 31

D) All of the above

Answer: D

Question 32

According to P & P 0619.02 – Lockout/Tagout, which of the following is not defined as an “EnergyIsolating device”:
A) A push button, selector switch, and other control-circuit-type devices
B) A disconnect Switch
C) A line Valve
D) A manually operated electrical circuit breaker

Answer 32

A) A push button, selector switch, and other control-circuit-type devices

Answer: A

Question 33

According to P & P 0651.00 – Vehicle Accidents – Traffic Control and Scene Safety, personnel at the scene of highway incident operations fire personnel should do the following except:
A) Exit the vehicle on the untraveled side of the apparatus at all times.
B) NOT turn their back on moving vehicular traffic.
C) Always work towards the approaching traffic.
D) Only cross high-speed traffic lanes on foot if wearing reflective clothing and apparatus emergency lights are displayed

Answer 33

D) Only cross high-speed traffic lanes on foot if wearing reflective clothing and apparatus emergency lights are displayed

Answer: D

Question 34

According to P & P 0616.00 – Motor Vehicle Collisions – Report Information, the reporting officer shall endeavor to provide as much information as possible in the MVC section of the FDM report. Which of the following is considered to be of the highest priority:
A) License plate numbers for all the involved vehicles as well as make and model if possible.
B) Insurance information for the involved vehicles
C) Police occurrence/report number
D) Owner and driver information for the involved vehicles.

Answer 34

C) Police occurrence/report number

Answer C:

Question 35

According to P &P 0650.00 – Motor vehicle Collisions – Extrications, which of the following is the correct order of operations for the first arriving company/crew:
A) Provide scene stabilization, establish Hazard Control Zones, stabilize the vehicle with Rescue 42 struts to prevent further movement of the vehicle, remove all tempered glass, access and stabilize the patient(s).
B) De-energize the vehicle/disconnect battery, stabilize the vehicle to prevent further movement of the vehicle, access and stabilize the patient(s).
C) Provide scene stabilization, contain fluids/place absorbent material on spills and leaks, remove all tempered glass, access and stabilize the patient(s).
D) Provide scene stabilization, establish Hazard Control Zones, access and stabilize the vehicle
to prevent further movement of the vehicle, access and stabilize the patient(s).

Answer 35

D) Provide scene stabilization, establish Hazard Control Zones, access and stabilize the vehicle
to prevent further movement of the vehicle, access and stabilize the patient(s).

Answer: D

Question 36

According to 0602.01 - Minimum On-Scene Fire Attack Teams, which of the following are NOT acceptable operations to accomplish for a 3-person crew (without the arrival of additional crews on site) (1.04)?

A) Limited exterior firefighting including the raising of a ladder beyond the first floor of the structure
B) Forcible entry operations
C) Ventilation operations requiring access to the roof of the involved structure
D) At MVC’s – scene, vehicle and patient stabilization.

Answer 36

C) Ventilation operations requiring access to the roof of the involved structure

Answer: C

Question 37

According to 0602.01 – Minimum On-Scene Fire Attack Teams, which of the following are NOT tasks to be carried out by a first arriving crew with a minimum of 3 at a small building fire (without additional crews on-site) (1.02)?

A) The first arriving pump apparatus sets up at the scene to “best advantage” for fire attack ensuring that the front of the building is left clear for Ladder/Aerial apparatus.
B) The second due in pump apparatus may be advised to secure the nearest water supply and layin. Stage additional apparatus to ensure these vehicles are located near the scene for quick access to equipment.
C) If one of the responding units is a Ladder/Aerial, the IC must consider all factors before committing the Ladder/Aerial apparatus.
D) Conducting interior suppression or rescue operations, beyond the incipient stage of fire.

Answer 37

D) Conducting interior suppression or rescue operations, beyond the incipient stage of fire.

Answer: D

Question 38

According to 0602.01 – Minimum On-Scene Fire Attack Teams, which of the following situations are acceptable activities for a single apparatus response (with no additional crews on site) (1.02)?

A) A car fire on a busy roadway, the pump apparatus should be positioned to protect the firefighters and still allow the attack line(s) to be used from the safe side of the apparatus.
B) Conducting interior suppression or rescue operations, beyond the incipient stage of fire
C) Advanced auto extrication maneuvers such as removal and relocation of doors, roofs, steering columns, use of air lifting bags, etc.
D) Establishment of a water supply from a static source within reasonable time limits

Answer 38

A) A car fire on a busy roadway, the pump apparatus should be positioned to protect the firefighters and still allow the attack line(s) to be used from the safe side of the apparatus.

Answer: A

Question 39

According to Policy 0807, Hazardous Materials Incidents – Victim Management, section 9.01 states which of the following?

A) Deceased are to be left in hot zone unit all victims have been transported
B) Deceased are to be left in the ambulance unit all victims have been transported
C) Deceased are to be left in hot zone until decontaminated
D) Deceased are to be removed first

Answer 39

A) Deceased are to be left in hot zone unit all victims have been transported

(Answer A: section 9.01 of policy)

Question 40

According to Policy 0807, Hazardous Materials Incidents – Victim Management, section 3.01 states that Emergency Decon serves three functions. Which of the following is NOT one of these functions?

A) Marks victims for easy identification
B) Enables crews to ascertain health issues
C) Removes some product/particles from victims
D) Engages victims in activity that reduces anxiety

Answer 40

B) Enables crews to ascertain health issues

(Answer B: section 3.01 of policy)

Question 41

According to Policy 0807, Hazardous Materials Incidents – Victim Management, section 9.03, what agency is responsible for the tracking, transportation and storage of bodies and belongings?

A) EMS
B) Coroner’s Office and Police
C) Hamilton Fire Department
D) Red Cross

Answer 41

B) Coroner’s Office and Police

(Answer B: section 9.03 of policy)

Question 42

According to AP Memo 2021-AP-676 “Training Tablets and New Training Tablet Policy”, these activities are allowed to be accessed on the training tablets (5.2)
A) Facebook, Instagram and other social media
B) Firehouse and Firehall
C) IFSTA Resource One
D) Amazon, eBay and Skip the Dishes

Answer 42

C) IFSTA Resource One

Answer: C

Question 43

According to AP Memo 2021-AP-676 “Training Tablets and New Training Tablet Policy”, who retains ownership of all files and communications made on the training tablets? (3.1)
A) The owner of the email address being used
B) The City of Hamilton
C) The Office of the Fire Chief
D) None of the above

Answer 43

B) The City of Hamilton

Answer: B

Question 44

According to Policy 0610, Fire Watch, section 1.03 states that HFD personnel assigned fire watch responsibility shall do the following with the exception of:

A) Wear all personal protective equipment.
B) Complete a walking inspection of all areas of the premises at a minimum of thirty (30) minute intervals.
C) Be in possession of a portable radio capable of communicating with HFD Communications.
D) Give reports at regular intervals to inform that the fire is not active

Answer 44

D) Give reports at regular intervals to inform that the fire is not active

(Answer D: section 1.03 of policy)

Question 45

According to Policy 0610, Fire Watch, section 1.05 states that the “termination of a HFD fire watch shall be at the discretion of:

A) The Company Officer from the crew left to conduct the fire watch
B) The Safety Officer, from the respective incident following an inspection
C) The Senior Incident Commander from the respective incident
D) The Platoon Chief

Answer 45

C) The Senior Incident Commander from the respective incident

(Answer C: section 1.05 of policy)

Question 46

According to Policy 0610, Fire Watch, section 2.01 outlines the Apparatus that may be used for fire watch. Which of the following is not one of the recognized apparatus?

A) Pumps/Engines (minimum four-person crew)
B) Ladders (minimum four-person crew)
C) Tanker-Pumper (minimum four-person crew)
D) Supply Truck (minimum four-person crew)

Answer 46

D) Supply Truck (minimum four-person crew)

(Answer D: section 2.01 of policy)

Question 47

According to Policy 0614, Assistance to Victims of Fires, whose responsibility is it to notify
Communications in the event of fires or other emergencies which result in personal hardship (lack of accommodation, food, clothing, etc.)?

A) Safety Officer
B) Platoon Chief
C) Incident Commander
D) First arriving Officer

Answer 47

C) Incident Commander

(Answer C: section 1.01 of policy)

Question 48

According to Policy 0614, Assistance to Victims of Fires, after Communications notifies the Red Cross, whose responsibility is it to notify other social service agencies.

A) Incident Commander
B) Public Health
C) Communications
D) Red Cross

Answer 48

D) Red Cross

(Answer D: section 1.03 of policy)

Question 49

According to Policy 0702, Infection Control, section 3.0, which one of the following is NOT one of the directives for Personal Protective Equipment?

A) Disposable medical gloves shall be worn during any patient contact, when potential exists for contact with blood, body fluids, non-intact skin, or other infectious material
B) Where possible, gloves should be changed before treating each patient in multiple casualty situations
C) Hand Sanitizer will be used before donning and after doffing gloves
D) Face shields on structural firefighting helmets do not provide adequate protection against infectious disease

Answer 49

C) Hand Sanitizer will be used before donning and after doffing gloves

(Answer C: section 3.0 of policy)

Question 50

According to Policy 0702, Infection Control, section 6.0, what is the procedure if you feel you have come in contact with a Communicable Disease?

A) Immediately notify their Company Officer who shall in turn, notify the District Senior Officer
B) Contact Communications and ask for the Designated Medical Officer to respond
C) Contact the Safety Officer
D) Report to hospital as soon as the situation is mitigated

Answer 50

A) Immediately notify their Company Officer who shall in turn, notify the District Senior Officer

(Answer A: section 6.01 of policy)

Question 51

According to 0903.00 Smoke Alarm Enforcement Policy (SAEP) a follow up on SANN’s issued will be conducted as soon as practical after____ hrs. have expired since its issuance by Operations.

A) 36
B) 24
C) 48
D) 72

Answer 51

B) 24

Answer. (B) 24

Question 52

According to Operational Guideline 0632.00 Carbon Monoxide Incidents the Immediate Danger to Life and Health (IDLH) of CO is ______ ppm.

A) 100 ppm
B) 500 ppm
C) 800 ppm
D) 1200 ppm

Answer 52

D) 1200 ppm

Ans. (D) 1200 ppm (0632.00-1.07)

Question 53

According to Operational Guideline 0632.00 Carbon Monoxide Indents, crews at incidents involving suspected faulty appliances and equipment; HFD personnel shall advise the owner/occupant of the suspected source then:

a) Shut off the appliance,
b) Shut off the fuel source to the appliance and
c) Issue a form #_______ regarding the service termination.

A) 328
B) 329
C) 327
D) 437

Answer 53

C) 327

Ans. (C) 327 (0632.00-6.04(c))

Question 54

According to Operational Guideline 0632.00 Carbon Monoxide Incidents- 3.0 Mandatory Use of SCBA shall be employed with facepiece donned and air activated when CO readings are in excess of ______ ppm.

A) 25 ppm
B) 9 ppm
C) 100 ppm
D) 50 ppm

Answer 54

A) 25 ppm

Ans. (A) 25 ppm (0632.00-3.02)

Question 55

According to Operational Guideline 0632.00 Carbon Monoxide Incidents. Crews on scene at incidents where readings are 9 ppm or less shall inform the residents that elevated levels were not detected, discuss the findings and actions you have taken (if any) and leave the occupant with a completed Form _____and_____.

A) 328 and 329
B) 328 and 327
C) 327 and 329
D) 327 and 437

Answer 55

A) 328 and 329

Ans. (A) 328 and 329 (0632.00-8.01)

Question 56

According to Operational Police 0414.00 Collisions - Occurrence and Reporting, when Hamilton Police Service responds to the scene, the Company Officer shall obtain the investigating police officer’s name, badge number and _______________ for the report.

A) Police Vehicle Number
B) Time of Police Incident Response
C) Police Incident Number
D) None of the above

Answer 56

C) Police Incident Number

Ans.(C) Police Incident Number 0414.00 – 3.05

Question 57

According to Operational Policy 0414.00 Collisions - Occurrence and Reporting. The Company Officer shall endeavor to gather the following information: (Particulars of the other Drivers): Name, Date of birth, Address, Phone Number(s) Drivers Licence Number; for submission on an HFD Motor Vehicle Accident Report #_____

A) 327
B) 437
C) 309
D) 260

Answer 57

C) 309

Ans.(C) 0414.00 – 3.06

Question 58

According to Policy 0640.00, Atmosphere Monitoring at Fires, the atmospheric levels in order to operate without SCBA in an environment where smoke was present under section 4.0 Action Levels except for are?

A) 0 ppm for HCN (Hydrogen Cyanide)
B) 10 ppm for H2S (Hydrogen Sulfide)
C) 0 ppm for CO (Carbon Monoxide
D) Not less than 20.8% Oxygen

Answer 58

B) 10 ppm for H2S (Hydrogen Sulfide)

(Answer B: Policy 0640.00 - 3.02 pg.2)

Question 59

According to Policy 0640.00, Atmosphere Monitoring at Fires, all incidents involving any known, suspected or potential products of combustion shall require personnel to confirm the following except within each area as defined in 3.03?

A) Safe atmosphere levels of HCN
B) Safe atmosphere levels of O²
C) Safe atmosphere levels of H2S
D) Safe atmosphere levels of CO

Answer 59

C) Safe atmosphere levels of H2S

(Answer C: Policy 0640.00 -3.02 pg.2)

Question 60

According to Policy 0640.00, Atmosphere Monitoring at Fires, which ONE of the following indicators are NOT to be used to determine if a person has been exposed to products of combustion?

A) Exposed to products of combustion in an enclosed area
B) Soot found around the mouth and nose
C) Altered mental status
D) Headache, nausea, and vomiting

Answer 60

D) Headache, nausea, and vomiting

(Answer D: Policy 0640.00 - 6.01 pg.4)

Question 61

According to Policy 0645.00 Radioactive Storage Areas - McMaster University, all laboratories, which contain radioactive material, are posted with warning signs stating?

A) “Caution – Radioactive Material.”
B) “Danger - - Radioactive material”
C) “Caution - - Radiation”
D) “Danger – Radiation”

Answer 61

A) “Caution – Radioactive Material.”

(Answer A: Policy 0645.00 – 1.04 pg.1)

Question 62

According to Policy 0645.00 Radioactive Storage Areas - McMaster University, there are ________ on campus where entry must NOT be made until Radiation Safety personnel have monitored the areas?

A) 6 number of areas.
B) 3 number of areas
C) 7 number of areas
D) 4 number of areas

Answer 62

D) 4 number of areas

(Answer D: Policy 0645.00 – 1.03 pg.1)

Question 63

According to Policy 0801.00 HM-First Arriving Apparatus, which of the following does not require CANUTEC to be notified?

A) An incident involving lost, stolen or misplaced infectious substances.
B) A 1st alarm for a natural gas leak.
C) An incident where the shipping documents display the CANUTEC telephone number (613) 996-6666 as the emergency telephone number.
D) A dangerous goods incident in which a railway vehicle is involved.

Answer 63

B) A 1st alarm for a natural gas leak.

(Answer B: Policy 0801.00 – 3.04 pg.4)

Question 64

According to Policy 0801.00 HM-First Arriving Apparatus, which of the following is NOT a consideration when responding to hazardous materials incidents (from upwind, upgrade), HFD personnel should be attentive to safety precautions in accordance with the following?

A) When approaching, slow down or stop to assess any visible activity taking place, evaluate effects of wind, topography and location of the situation
B) The first unit must commit itself to a dangerous situation
C) Consider directing the remaining responding vehicles to stage themselves upwind, upgrade and well away from any potential hazards and await instructions
D) Route any other responding companies away from any hazards

Answer 64

B) The first unit must commit itself to a dangerous situation

(Answer B: Policy 0801.00 – 2.01 pg.1)

Question 65

According to Policy 0809.00 Responses Involving Railways, during an incident which involves rail cars and it is known or suspected that there are dangerous goods involved, the following apparatus shall respond except?

A) Platoon Chief
B) First Alarm assignment
C) Hazardous Materials Response Team
D) Training Division

Answer 65

D) Training Division

(Answer D: Policy 0809.00 – 5.01 pg.4)

Question 66

According to Policy 0809.00 Responses Involving Railways, the safety of the crew aboard a derailed train carrying Hazardous Materials shall be the primary responsibility of?

A) On scene firefighting personnel
B) Hamilton Police Services
C) 1st arriving HMRT
D) Hamilton EMS

Answer 66

A) On scene firefighting personnel

(Answer A: Policy 0809.00 – 3.01 pg.3)

Question 67

According to Policy 0809.00 Responses Involving Railways, what is the minimum number of personnel required to keep a watch during incidents that may require Firefighters working in the danger zone near railway tracks?

A) 4 personnel
B) 2 personnel
C) 1 person
D) 3 personnel

Answer 67

B) 2 personnel

(Answer B: Policy 0809.00 – 2.10 pg. 2,3)

Question 68

According to Policy 0812.00 Chemical Suicides, H2S is a colorless gas with notable odor of (rotten egg/sewer gas) detectable at low levels (measured in parts per million (ppm) Although pungent at first, it quickly deadens the sense of smell between the range of ________ ppm. Do NOT rely on presence or lack of chemical/unusual odors?

A) 300 - 500 ppm
B) 200 - 400 ppm
C) 150 - 250 ppm
D) 250 - 350 ppm

Answer 68

C) 150 - 250 ppm

(Answer C: Policy 0812.00 – 1.02 pg.2)

Question 69

According to Policy 0812.00 Chemical Suicides, what additional agencies must be notified in advance in order to avoid contamination of personnel or equipment?

A) Coroner / morgue
B) HPS (Hamilton Police Services)
C) HPW (Hamilton Public Works)
D) EMS and Hospital

Answer 69

D) EMS and Hospital

(Answer D: Policy 0812.00 – 3.04 pg.4)

Question 70

According to Policy 0812.00 Chemical Suicides, locations of such acts may occur in but not limited to the following areas except where vapors have the ability to disperse?

A) Vehicles.
B) Open areas
C) Small rooms inside the residence.
D) Apartments

Answer 70

B) Open areas

(Answer B: Policy 0812.00 – 1.12 pg.3)

Question 71

The Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) Claims – Reporting an Injury, information sheet for, HFD Career Staff, explains the process and checklist for submitting such claims. Part of the checklist states;

A) The employee’s immediate supervisor MUST complete the “WSIB On-Line Incident Report” (Parklane Systems) and submit within 48 hours of the occurrence. This report is to be done online via the link that has been developed and is now located on the home page of HESNet intranet site. Prior to logging out, a copy should be printed and provided to the employee for their records.
B) The employee’s immediate supervisor MUST complete the “WSIB On-Line Incident Report” (Parklane Systems) and submit within 24 hours of the occurrence. This report is to be done online via the link that has been developed and is now located on the home page of HESNet intranet site. Prior to logging out, a copy should be printed and provided to the employee for their records.
C) The employee’s immediate supervisor MUST complete the “WSIB On-Line Incident Report” and submit within 24 hours of the occurrence. This report is to be done online via the link that has been developed and is now located on the N Drive in Department Common under WSIB. Prior to logging out, a copy should be printed and provided to the employee for their records.
D) The employee’s immediate supervisor MUST complete the “WSIB On-Line Incident Report” (Parklane Systems) and submit within 24 hours of the occurrence. This report is to be done online via the link that has been developed and is now located on the home page of HESNet intranet site. Prior to logging out, a copy should be printed and provided L288 Health and Safety representative for their records.

Answer 71

B) The employee’s immediate supervisor MUST complete the “WSIB On-Line Incident Report” (Parklane Systems) and submit within 24 hours of the occurrence. This report is to be done online via the link that has been developed and is now located on the home page of HESNet intranet site. Prior to logging out, a copy should be printed and provided to the employee for their records.

Answer B, Reference: 2018-AP-157

Question 72

In the Hamilton Fire Department FDM Instructional Booklets, in the Public Events Kiosk (Page 4- 5), the following information will be entered under the “Complete Event” button;

A) Number of Participants, Date and Time, Officer in Charge.
B) Participants by age (under 15, under 59, 60+), Duration, Notes.
C) Number of Participants, Name of Group, Officer in Charge
D) Event Authorized By, Date and Time, Notes.

Answer 72

B) Participants by age (under 15, under 59, 60+), Duration, Notes.

Answer: B

Question 73

When you respond to a non-emergency lockout, who should you request to attend?

A) Senior Officer
B) Hamilton Police
C) A ladder truck
D) Hamilton Hydro

Answer 73

B) Hamilton Police

Answer: B

Question 74

You are the Company Officer at a scene where the Accountability system is operating at Level 3. Who would you have to give your crew’s brass name tags to?

A) Rehab Officer
B) Incident Safety Officer
C) Accountability Officer
D) Entry Control Officer

Answer 74

D) Entry Control Officer

Answer: D

Question 75

The number of Form #327 re-inspections must be made, prior to submitting the subject form to the Fire Prevention Bureau for noncompliance, is _____ ?

A) One
B) Two
C) Three
D) Four

Answer 75

B) Two

Answer: B

Question 76

What 10 Code transmission is to be used to request a police response when FIRE personnel are involved in an incident and exposed to an imminent threat of bodily harm?

A) 10-33
B) 10-45
C) 10-78
D) 10-99

Answer 76

C) 10-78

Answer: C

Question 77

Hamilton Fire Department Operational Policy 0118.00 Training Sessions, Courses & Conferences, it states, the “the District Senior Officers are responsible to see that each Career Fire-fighter on their shift and within their respective district is given a minimum of per calendar year.

A) 150 to 200 hours of drill
B) 160 hours of drill
C) 100 hours theory and 80 hours practical
D) 120 hours theory and 60 hours practical

Answer 77

D) 120 hours theory and 60 hours practical

Answer: D

Question 78

Policy and Procedures – 0301.00 Incident Reporting - The Officer’s Supplemental and the (Master) Incident Report should be supplemented by additional details provided from the Officer’s __________ from the scene?

A) Observations
B) Notes
C) Assigned Tasks
D) Actions

Answer 78

B) Notes

Answer: B

Question 79

Policy and Procedures, 0301.00 Incident Reporting - For each incident to which their apparatus responds, the Company Officer shall complete all information required on the Apparatus Response Report for the following?

A) When in command of a vehicle not first in on an emergency
B) At any time, actions are taken by the Officer and /or crew
C) To confirm their response, even if they were subsequently canceled
D) All of the above

Answer 79

D) All of the above

Answer: D

Question 80

Policy and Procedures 0301.00 Incident Reporting - At the conclusion of any noteworthy incident (i.e. rescue, public service, controversy, etc.), the Incident Commander should e-mail the __________ details of the incident. This should include the date, time, incident number and a brief description if such a description is not contained in the narrative of the Master Incident Record in Fire RMS.

A) Deputy Chief Operations
B) Public Information Officer
C) District Chief
D) Platoon Chief

Answer 80

D) Platoon Chief

Answer: D

Question 81

Policy and Procedures 0305.00 Submission of Lists/Damage Reports on FDM (437) - The Officer must list no more than __________ item(s) per 437 Report.

A) 3 items
B) 1 item
C) 6 items
D) 2 items

Answer 81

B) 1 item

Answer: B

Question 82

Policy and Procedures 0303.00 Form 327 – This is a __________ document that is intended to formally advise the responsible party of a change in the status of the item(s) indicated so they can take the necessary actions to remedy the situation or allow for the change (i.e. fire watches) The owner or the owner’s representative is responsible to restore the system to full service. By signing the form, the owner or the owner’s representative releases and indemnifies the City of Hamilton and the HFD of any claims, costs, etc.

A) Internal Document
B) Legal Document
A) Informal Document
B) Fire Prevention Document

Answer 82

B) Legal Document

Answer: B

Question 83

Policy and Procedures 0116.04 Power Failures - The Company Officer shall assign personnel to the apparatus bay doors to disengage the automatic door opener and raise the door using manual means. This shall be done immediately to verify doors can be easily opened. Complications shall be immediately reported to the District Senior Officer/Area Commander and Communications. a) During mild weather/summer months Officers will _______?

A) Apparatus should be moved on the ramp area and parked in preparation for apparatus movement
B) Apparatus bay doors should be closed
C) Chain(s) shall be secured in the lock-up bracket (where applicable)
D) All of the above

Answer 83

D) All of the above

Answer: D

Question 84

Policy & Procedure 111.2.05 Shopping – While in public locations shopping for food, HFD fire apparatus shall be parked in accordance with the following:

A) Out of the way so as not to impede the flow of traffic or pedestrians, or a fire route.
B) Engine shut down.
C) In compliance with any relevant legislation.
D) All of the above.

Answer 84

D) All of the above.

Answer: D

Question 85

Policy & Procedure 0415.00 Damage or Theft Involving HFD Property – Equipment that is not found should be replaced using a __________:

A) Lost/Damage Reports.
B) Memo
C) 327 Form
D) Supply request

Answer 85

A) Lost/Damage Reports.

Answer: A

Question 86

Policy & Procedure 0120.00 Court/Inquest Appearances – HFD personnel subpoenaed to serve as a witness, shall notify__________.

A) No One
B) Appropriate Captain
C) Platoon Chief/Division Chief
D) Appropriate Deputy Chief

Answer 86

C) Platoon Chief/Division Chief

Answer: C

Question 87

Policy & Procedure 0423.00 Equipment-General – It is whose responsibility to ensure that all equipment, on their apparatus, has been accounted for before returning from an alarm?

A) Driver
B) Company Officer
C) All members of the Crew
D) Incident Command

Answer 87

B) Company Officer

Answer: B