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Hi Rise FPMDs Flashcards

1
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IC at fire in HRFPMD incorrect:
A. Must notify borough dispatcher and members on scene of the evacuation stair letter designation
B. Smoke will travel via vertical shafts, most notably the stairwells and elevator shafts
C. If enclosed stairwells, doors to all Evac stairs must be closed on the fire floor
D. Attack stair door should be the only stair door that is left open on the fire floor

A

A—(MDs 6.1) Attack stair

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HRFPMD ops, the IC must control all vertical and horizontal ventilation.
A Agree
D. Disagree

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Disagree—(MDs 6.2.1) IC controls all venting except the fire apartment

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Incorrect for Smoke movement HRFPMD
A. Smoke and hot fire gases increase the air pressure inside the fire apartment
B. Higher air pressure will always travel toward areas of low pressure
C. Lower air pressure areas include public hallways, vertical shafts, stairways and elevators
D. Vertical vent will only be performed at the direction of the IC or Fire Sector Supervisor

A

D—(MDs 6.2.2) Direction of the IC only

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Generally, wind moving across a roof level will cause a _ pressure to be created, which can _ positive stack effect inside the stairwell, regardless of which side of the building the wind is impacting or the position of the bulkhead on the roof.

A

Lower;

Increase (MDs 6.2.2)

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An IC should confirm that all HVAC systems in a High-Rise FPMD are shut down prior to commencing any fire operations.
A. Agree
D. Disagree

A

Agree (MDs 6.2.2)

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At a HRFPMD apt fire, ventilation of the fire apt should take place
A. After the main body of fire is knocked down
B. After the main body of fire is controlled
C. As the hose line advance begins
D. As soon is water is on the fire

A

B—(MDs 6.3.1)

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Ventilation at HRFPMD fires incorrect
A. Attack stairway will be the primary means for vertical ventilation
B. All members will be notified of the stairs being used for ventilation and smoke removal
C. Evac stairs may be used for venting fire flr, if necessary
D. Positive pressure fans may be used to clear smoke from a stair before attack commences

A

C—(MDs 6.3.4) Stairways other than evacuation may be used for venting the fire floor

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Elevator ops HRFPMD correct
A. 1st Lad shall recall and search the elevators, whether or not they will be used
B. 2nd Lad shall insure all elevators recalled and searched
C. IC must ensure all elevators are recalled and searched before leaving the scene
D. 3rd Lad shall insure all elevators are recalled and searched

A

B—(MDs 6.4.2)
A—1st Ladder—recalled only,
C—IC ensures early in the operation

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Doors to elevator machinery rooms at the roof level should not be used for ventilation purposes _?
A. Until the fire is knocked down
B. Until Probably will Hold
C. Until the fire is under control
D. Under any circumstances
A

C—(MDs 6.4.3)

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Elevator ops HRFPMD correct (2)
A. IC must ensure, if available, at least 2 elevators in FF Service Phase II by FFs for the duration of the operation
B. Service/freight elevators in exclusive HRFPMDs shall not be used until evaluated and declared safe by IC
C. After all units are in position, and 2 elevators are available and serviceable, maintain 1 elevator in the lobby and 1 two floors below the fire

A

A C—(MDs 6.4.6B, 6.4.7, 6.4.8)

B—until declared safe by the Company Officer

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If Communications hampered between operating sectors/groups and ICP, then use:
A. Post radios on Command
B. Vehicle Cross Band Repeater on Tactical Channel
C. HT relay on intermediate flrs
D. Relay HT messages from personnel outside the building
E. Moving to a different position in the lobby
F. Building communications systems

A

A, C, D, E, F—(MDs 6.6.1)

B–Vehicle Cross Band Repeater on Command Channel

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2nd HL HRFPMD used to?
A. Back up the first line
B. Advance with the first line
C. Operate the Hi-Rise Nozzle
D. Operate into a breach
E. Operate on the floor above for fire exposure
A

A, B, C, D, E (MDs 6.94)

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Engine tasked with placing the Hi-Rise Nozzle into operation?
A. 4th Engine to arrive
B. 4th assigned Engine
C. 5th Engine to arrive
D. 5th assigned Engine
A

D (MDs 6.11)

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Smoke and/or heat condition exists in a public hallway on fire flr, and 1st Lad Off is unable to determine if the fire is wind impacted, enters public hallway to locate the fire apt with one member of the FE team?
A. Leaving the other FE team member at the attack stairwell door on the stairwell side
B. Leaving the other FE team member at the attack stairwell door on the hallway side

A

B (MDs 6.14.2D)

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LSR Rescue is being conducted at a HRFPMD fire, the IC should take which action(s)? (2)
A. Ensure the LSR is being brought to the apt above
B. Reinforce the floor above with the 3rd Lad, rescue, squad or an engine
C. Have units in the apt below to prepare the window for the member’s entrance

A

A, C (MDs 6.14.4)

B—second ladder

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2nd Lad at a fire in a HRFPMD shall:
A. Ensure all elevators are recalled and searched
B. Control ventilation in areas other than the fire apt as directed by the IC
C. Search the public hallway on the fire floor
D. Ensure all Evac doors are closed on the fire floor
E. Search Evac stairway 5 floors above the fire floor
F. Coordinate WCD deployment, if ordered by IC

A

A,B,C,D,F (MDs 6.15.1)

E—Search Attack stair for 5 floors above

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Priority order for PPV fans:
A. Ventilate public hallways for smoke and CO control, Pressurize the attack stairs to support the fire attack, Pressurize the Evac stair for smoke and CO control,
B. Pressurize Attack stairs to support the fire attack, Pressurize Evac stair for smoke and CO control, Ventilate the public hallways for smoke and CO control
C. Pressurize the evac stair for smoke and CO control, Pressurize the attack stairs to support the fire attack, Ventilate the public hallways for smoke and CO control

A

B (MDs 6.19.2C)

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18
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1st BC at a 10-77 with heavy smoke on upper flrs. Which Chauffeurs may assist in receiving and recording info of calls from occupants

a. 2nd, 3rd or 4th LCC’s and the 2nd, 3rd or 4th ECC’s
b. 3rd or 4th LCC’s and the 3rd or 4th ECC’s
c. 2nd, 3rd or 4th ECC’s
d. 3rd or 4th ECC’s

A

D

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Siamese is being supplied and there is not enough water pressure, the ECC supplying the Siamese shall communicate to the _ the _ reading?

a. IC, Pressure
b. Engine Officer, Flow Meter
c. Engine Officer, Pressure
d. IC, Flow Meter

A

D IC, Flow Meter

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2008 NYC Bldg Code: 1 way voice communications from fire command center to all stairways for all new R-2 bldgs greater than _’ high

A

Greater than 125’ in height. Should be entered on CIDS

21
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When shall IC notify Dispatcher of location of ICP

A

If a location is selected other than the lobby of the fire bldg.

22
Q

Who confirms Evacuation stairs are maintained in closed position on fire floor

A

Initiated by 1st and 2nd Lad;

3rd Lad confirms.

23
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Which BC shall be SAE on 10-77

A

3rd to arrive. Must 1st report to IC

24
Q

HRFPMD fire T/F A Post Radio must be located at each sector/group on the Command Channel

A

True

25
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When must a Command Channel be established?

A

If more than one Sector is established

26
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2008 Bldg Code requires _ voice comm from Fire Cmd Center to all stairways and dwellings for all new R-2 bldgs greater than _ feet in height?
A. One Way, 125 feet
B. One Way, 150 feet
C. Two Way, 125 feet
D. Two Way, 125 feet
A

A (MDs 6.12.2)

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10-77 2nd alarm fire on 9th flr of HRFPMD. Which Chiefs report in w/POST radio’s and their aides in full PPE?
A. ICP — Deputy Chief and Battalion Chief
B. Sector / Group Supervisors
C. Safety Officer and Safety Battalion
D. Resource Unit Leader
E. Rescue Operating Battalion

A

A,B,C,D,E (MDs 6.21.4)

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1st BC fire in a HRFPMD should advise dispatcher of all except?
A. Location of the ICP: whether in the Lobby or outside
B. Attack stair letter designation
C. Use of Cross Band Repeater
D. Signal 10-70: due to insufficient water at the standpipe outlet
E. If a fire is wind impacted

A

A (MDs 6.22 B, D Comm 12, Comm 8—10-70, Add 3 2.1) Location of the ICP if it’s outside “WACO 70”
Wind, Attack stair, Cross band repeater, Outside ICP/Other than lobby, 10-70”

29
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1st BC 10-77 w/heavy smoke on upper flrs. Which Chauffeurs may be used to assist in receiving and recording info of calls from occupants on the flrs above?

A

3rd or 4th ECCs

30
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“High Flow” reading registered on the Eng Flow Meter indicates: (2) 
A. Post Indicator Valve may be closed
B. Pipe may be fractured
C. Standpipe outlet valves may be open
D. Riser Control Valve may be closed
A

B C

31
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Leak in the standpipe piping system at any point below grade, it may be necessary to shut down which valve(s)?
A. The Riser Control Valve
B. The Post Indicator Valve

A

A B

32
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Anytime a Siamese is being supplied and there is not enough water pressure, the ECC supplying the Siamese shall communicate to the _ the _ reading?
A. Engine Officer, Pressure
B. Engine Officer, Flow Meter
C. IC, Pressure
D. IC, Flow Meter
A

D (MDs 6.27.1)

33
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Incorrect newer types of HRFPMD apts
A. Outside balconies that usually serve only 1 apt
B. Double 5/8” sheet-rock walls
C. Doors with no letter or number designations indicate 2nd exit
D. Inadequate sealing of floor and ceiling areas, especially in kitchens and bathrooms

A

A Serving 2 apts

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3rd BC at a HRFPMD fire is responsible for the SAE Group. Regarding the SAE Group Supervisor responsibilities, choose incorrect

a. To choose a Non-IDLH area to locate the SAE Group Post, if possible
b. Ensure POST radio is on Cmd Ch at the SAE Post
c. For searches on floors, stairs, halls above the fire flr
d. To locate the SAE Group Post at a location on a floor above the Fire Sector

A

C (Floor above fire floor is part of the Fire Sector)

35
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Generally, the only apt needing access to on fl above fire is apt directly above fire apt. No other door should be forced unless
A. Any type of CO readings at end of hallway
B. Specific reports of persons needing assistance
C. Dispersed smoke conditions due to stack effect on a particular floor

A

B
A high carbon monoxide readings at the end of a hall
C concentrated smoke conditions due to stack effect on a particular floor

36
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HT communications hampered between Sectors/ICP, consider using (4)
A. Post Radio on Command Ch deployed to each Sector/Group
B. Use of Vehicle Cross Band Repeater if available on Command Channel
C. Setting up an HT relay on intermediate flrs
D. Utilizing personnel outside of bldg to relay HT messages
E. Utilize only FDNY programmed bldg comm systems if present and reliable

A

A-D

E Utilize any building communication system if present and reliable.

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10-77 signal to manage a medium fire and smoke conditions for (2)
A. Wind impacted fire conditions
B. Advanced fire on arrival
C. Light to medium smoke condition on numerous flrs
D. Single report of person in difficulty due to smoke

A

A B
C Heavy smoke on numerous floors.
D Numerous reports of persons in difficulty due to smoke.”WAHN”

38
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1st assigned BC on 2nd alarm for fire in HRFPMD would be designated 
A. Attack Chief
B. Safety Chief
C. Search and Evac Supervisor 
D. Resource Unit Leader
A

D

39
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Generally, 3rd Lad at HRFPMD shall conduct searches of stairways and hallways when reports indicate _
A. Severe smoke on lower flrs
B. Severe smoke above fire sector
C. Severe smoke on flr above fire fl
D. All of the above
A

B

40
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Which unit upon arrival at a HRFPMD fire is responsible to ensure that the elevators are recalled and searched
A: First arriving Ladder
B: Second arriving Ladder
C: Third arriving Ladder
D: Second arriving Engine
A

B Multiple dwellings 6.4.2 1st Lad shall recall the elevators the 2nd Lad shall ensure that the elevators are recalled and searched. IC must ensure that the elevators are recalled, searched, and controlled early in the operation

41
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In HRFPMDs, elevator shafts are conduits for vertical transmission of smoke and heat. The doors to the elevator machinery rooms at the roof level should not be used for ventilation purposes until the status of the fire is
A: P/W/H
B: U/C
C: Darkened down
D: Knocked down
A

B MDs 6.4.3

42
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Incorrect at HRFPMD fire
A. Whenever enclosed stairwells are encountered, doors to any and all evacuation stairs must be maintained closed on fire fl
B. Prior to advancing to reported fire fl, members must gather info from flr below, or 2 flr below if scissor stairs
C. Multiple stairways can be used by members to access fire fl prior to designation of attack stairway. Once Attack Stairs designated, then members must access fir fl from this stairway
D. When using scissor stairs, attack stair door should be the only stair door left open on fire fl

A

C Prior to the designation of the attack stairway, all members must access the fire floor from the same stairway

43
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Correct for HRFPMDs
A. Smoke and hot fire gases increase air pressure inside fire area. Lower air pressure areas include public hallways, vertical shafts, stairwells and elevators. This lower air pressure will always travel to areas of higher air pressure
B. Wind pressures external to bldg create pressures w/in structure on both the windward side (high pr) and leeward side (low pr)
C. Generally, wind moving across a roof level will cause a higher air pressure to be created, which will increase negative stack effect
D. HVAC systems are not commonly found in HRFPMDs. If found, they should be evaluated for their impact on fire conditions before deciding whether they should be shut down

A

B
A Higher pressure travels to lower pressure
C causes LOWER pressure, increases positive stack effect
D IC should confirm that all HVAC systems are shut down prior to commencing any fire ops

44
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Choose correct for fire in HRFPMD
A. Windows in public hallways and stairways shall not be ventilated w/o prior approval of Lad Off operating in fire apt
B. Vertical vent shall only be performed at direction of IC or 1st arriving Lad Off
C. Doors to elevator machinery rooms at roof level may be used for vent purposes as soon as fire is knocked down
D. IC may authorize smoke cleared from a stairway before ops commence using Positive Pressure Fans

A

D
A Approval of IC
B Vertical Vent approval of IC
C Under CONTROL

45
Q 
In more exclusive type HRFPMD, elevators open directly into apts or into foyers w/each fl landing door locked for security reasons. Service/Freight elevator will usually service all flrs. Who declares safe
A. Company Off
B. Bldg personnel
C. IC, only if BC or higher
D. IC only if DC or higher
A

A

46
Q 
Which member ensures Standpipe Siamese supplied in a HRFPMD
A. 1st Eng Off
B. 1st Arriving ECC
C. 2nd Eng Off
D. IC
A

C

47
Q

Which action taken below is not generally assigned to the first arriving Battalion Chief? (INCORRECT)
A: Verify the attack and evacuation stairs
B: Ensure the fire floor evacuation stair door is being maintained in the closed position to reduce smoke contamination on the upper levels of that stairway.
C: Utilize the building’s existing communications system to direct and control evacuation of the fire floor and floors above.
D: Ensure all elevators are recalled, searched and controlled

A

MULTIPLE DWELLINGS PGS 68-70
A is Incorrect – 6.2.3C – That duty is assigned to the 2nd arriving Battalion Chief.
NOTE ABOUT CHOICE B – The 1st Arriving Chief ENSURES the evac door is closed, the 2nd BC CONFIRMS it.

48
Q

HRFPMDs which are greater than 125’ in height. Which of the following choices CORRECTLY describes these systems according to the code?
A: One way voice communication to all stairways, hallways, and dwellings in an MD constructed in 2008.
B: One way voice communication to all stairways and dwellings in an MD constructed in 2008.
C: Two way voice communication to all hallways and dwellings in an MD constructed in 2008.
D: Two way voice communication to all stairways and hallways in an MD constructed in 2008.

A

B is Correct – The 2008 building code requires one way voice communication from the fire command center to all stairways and dwellings for all R-2 buildings greater than 125 ft in height.

49
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When the Lad Off gains control of the fire apt door from the hallway, notifies IC and has Eng company advance the HL into the hallway to the fire apt door, and the other Lad FF at hallway side of the door joins the Lad Off, who enter the apt first?

A

The Lad Off will enter the fire apt first, after receiving a description of the fire apt, location of the main body of fire, and most direct route from the Roof FF operating above if NOT wind affected fire. If Wind driven fire or signs of it…then the Engine Off enters 1st. Door is not chocked open until a HL is charged and ready to extinguish fire

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