Intro Quiz 1 Flashcards
1
Q
According to Vol. 2, 3/7-35.13, Nightwear attire may be worn outside of quarters after _____ hours or on responses when donning of the prescribed uniform would be impractical.
A
2000
2
Q
According to Vol. 2, 3/3-25.22, Up to a maximum of _______ days sick leave in any calendar year shall be allowed for illness in the member’s immediate family
A
12
3
Q
DB 16-10, ELECTRONIC PATIENT CARE REPORT (ePCR) REQUIREMENTS, states that Station Commanders shall confirm all ePCRs for each of their assigned units are properly exported by ____ hours each morning.
A
0800
4
Q
According to Vol. 2, 3/5-50.02, Any suspected abuse of medical leave shall be reported to the ____________ immediately for review and follow up. All questions shall be directed to the ____________ at (213) 202-3440.
A
MLU, MLU
5
Q
According to Vol. 2, 3/3-50.01, exchange of time is an agreement between members to trade specific regularly scheduled work periods. Such exchange of time shall involve a minimum duration of __ hours.
A
6
6
Q
TB 116 - Metro Heavy Rail Lines, states that there are 2-½ inch outlets located approximately every ___ feet in the tunnel and cross passages.
A
250
7
Q
According to Vol. 2, 3/7-80.01, who is the Custodian of badges and Insignia?
A
Fire Administrator of the Administrative Services Bureau
8
Q
According to Memorandum of Understanding #23, Cash payment for overtime, when authorized, will be allowed for an initial period of ___ minutes or more.
A
6
9
Q
Vol. 2, 3/2-01.50, states that the purpose of an evaluation is to do all the following EXCEPT
a. Encourage the improvement of individual performance.
b. Provide for effective personnel counseling.
c. Provide recognition for good work.
d. Assist in locating talents and abilities.
e. Compare a member’s performance against others.
A
e. Compare a member’s performance against others.
10
Q
- According to the Department’s Substance Abuse Policy, a member who is suspected of being under the influence on duty will not be left alone and __________.
A
shall not respond to emergency incidents.
11
Q
According to TB 135-Fire Department Operations at Tactical Law Enforcement Incidents / Active Shooter Incidents, as a minimum, an RTF shall have ____ fire department medical personnel and ____ force protection officers.
A
2, 2
12
Q
- According to Book #20, Community Relations Guide, Ride-Along requests shall be made in writing, a minimum of __ days prior to the date of the desired visit. In the event circumstances do not permit the time frame to be met, a verbal request may be considered by the fire Chief through the Community Liaison Office.
A
14
13
Q
Book #57, The Los Angeles Fire Code, states that the distance between hydrants in industrial/commercial areas is _______ feet.
A
300
14
Q
According to Book #57, The Los Angeles Fire Code, what is the required clearance around a hydrant?
A
3
15
Q
Book #20, Community Relations Guide, states that Ride-Alongs for non-fire service professionals shall be for observation purposes only and not to exceed ______ hours.
A
8
16
Q
- According to Book #20, Community Relations Guide, contact the ____________ or the Community Service Unit telephonically for requests that require the Fire Chief’s attendance.
A
Community Liaison Officer
17
Q
TB #135-Fire Department Operations at Tactical Law Enforcement Incidents / Active Shooter Incidents, states that the first arriving fire department unit on scene of an active shooter incident should
A
Confirm the nature of the incident (i.e., shooting vs. active shooter).
18
Q
According to TB #135-Fire Department Operations at Tactical Law Enforcement Incidents / Active Shooter Incidents, The Hartford Consensus’ practical recommendations include the actions contained in the acronym THREAT. What does the ‘A’ stand for?
A
Assessment by medical providers
19
Q
According to Vol. 3, 7/1-60.59, During refueling of apparatus, extreme caution shall be exercised. Smoking shall not be permitted within ___ feet of gasoline pumps or the motor vehicle being refueled.
A
25
20
Q
According to Book #100, High Rise Manual, Fire Attack Team informs the Incident Commander and begins ascent and shall take the following equipment EXCEPT
a. High Rise Hose Packs
b. Sound Powered Phone
c. Portable Radio
d. Breathing Apparatus
e. Thermal Imaging Camera
A
b. Sound Powered Phone
21
Q
According to Vol. 3, 6/5-03.02, when loading 4” hose, a “_________” is a double fold, to ensure that the coupling is heading out of the hose bed.
A
Dutchman
22
Q
TB #151-Progressive Hose Lay and the Smokey Pack Lightweight Hose System, states when performing a progressive lay the trunk line will be a minimum size of ____.
A
1 1/2”
23
Q
Vol. 1, 2/1-07.06, states the first apparatus of the convoy shall stop at all red lights and stop signs. The remaining apparatus shall slow down and proceed through the intersection with caution and only when safe to proceed. The exception to this is
A
at intersections controlled by a Traffic Officer.
24
Q
According to Vol. 3, 6/11-01.80, Combustible gas indicators shall be checked ________ and the results of such check shall be recorded on the F-____, (Equipment Check Record).
A
monthly, 973
25
According to TB #145-Combustible Metals, __________ is the only approved product provided by the LAFD to extinguish combustible metal fires.
MET-L-X
26
Book #3, Rules and Regulations states unexcused absence of over ___ minutes duration will be considered absence without leave. Tardiness shall be reported immediately.
120
27
Book #3, Rules and Regulations states all Officers shall choose members for relief positions on the basis of ________________
work-related qualification and experience.
28
TB #145-Combustible Metals, states that fires involving combustible metals are designated as a class “_” fire
D
29
TB #140-Elevator Operations at High-rise Incident, states that no more than ____ personnel with equipment shall be permitted in any one elevator at a time.
6
30
According to Vol. 2, 3/5-30.11, Supervisors shall provide the employee, within __ hours with the State DWC Form 1
24
31
TB #134-Communication w/MAC on MCI , states that contact should be established for any incident with ____ or more patients that are going to be transported from an incident
5
32
According to TB #116 - Metro Heavy Rail Lines, which company(ies) are assigned the station opposite Incident?
3rd task force
33
According to Vol. 3, 6/7-08.01, the twenty-foot extension ladder is used to reach all the following EXCEPT
a. roof on one story structure
b. roof of two story structure
c. second floor windows
d. lowest fire escape balconies
b. roof of two story structure
34
TB #4 - Gasoline Tank Truck-Trailer Incidents, states that the use of plain water is acceptable if foam is not available or
its use would cause an unacceptable delay in rescue operations.
35
According to TB #76-Company Operations, The first Fire Department ____________ arriving on the scene shall automatically assume command
resource/member
36
According to Vol. 2, 4/4-01.99, If a Cal/OSHA inspector arrives at your workplace do not give them access until ___________________ is notified.
the department safety officer
37
According to Vol. 2, 3/3-01.20, which statement is correct about Administrative Overtime Duty (AOD)?
a. AOD can be converted to cash as long as it does not exceed 48 hours.
b. Members may use AOD during major holidays.
c. AOD shall be taken off at the convenience of the member and the Department.
d. AOD is taken in amounts of 12 hours or more for platoon duty personnel.
e. Members may choose to postpone their AOD time until the next calendar year.
c. AOD shall be taken off at the convenience of the member and the Department.
38
Vol. 6, 11/1-01.45, states that each station commander shall perform a drive-through inspection of their inspection district once every ___ month(s).
3
39
According to Vol. 1, 2/1-07.20, if traveled roadway is less than ___ feet, no parking is permitted on both sides of the street.
20
40
According to Vol. 1, 2/1-14.25, during a tactical alert, apparatus shall be parked at an emergency in such a manner to facilitate ___________ from the area.
rapid withdrawal
41
TB #116-Metro Heavy Rail Lines, on rare occasions, a train may stop for some unexplained reason. When this occurs, an empty train may be used to enter the tunnel and to push the disabled train and passengers to the next station. Which of the following statements is not correct:
a. MFC is notified by Metro of the location of the disabled train and the station
where the Fire Department can board the rescue train.
b. The rescue train should have all passengers removed prior to the Fire
Department’s arrival. If not, the Metro supervisor will cause it to happen.
c. The Metro supervisor will not hold the rescue train if the Fire Department has
not arrived prior to the rescue train being configured to enter the tunnel
d. The Fire Department should stand-by until notified by the Metro Supervisor that
the disabled train has been pushed to the next station
e. The LAFD shall deploy a rescue assignment to the incident
e. The LAFD shall deploy a rescue assignment to the incident
42
According to Vol. 3, 6/3-06.01, the SCBA does not offer complete protection in atmospheres containing gases such as
a. hydrocyanic acid
b. hydrogen cyanide
c. methyl bromide
d. All of the above
e. None of the above
d. All of the above
43
Vol. 3, 6/3-07.02, states that SCBA RIC kit repairs by members are limited to replacement of batteries and
the "O" ring nipple connection located on the first stage regulator to air cylinder connection.
44
DB 14-11, Public Assemblage Overcrowding Closures, states that all forms except the following shall be submitted.
a. F-150
b. F-290
c. F-225
d. F-340E
e. All of the above
a. F-150
45
DB 14-11, Public Assemblage Overcrowding Closures, states that the following resources are requested except
a. Battalion Chief
b. Engine/Task Force
c. Public Safety Inspectors
d. Building and Safety
e. LAPD
d. Building and Safety
46
According to Vol. 2, 4/2-17.90, Chief Officers or Station Commanders contemplating training activities requiring large GPM flows will notify the Construction Services - Hydrant/Access Unit at least ___ hours in advance. This will allow the Department of Water and Power to monitor the water main system.
48
47
DB 13-08, Jurisdictional Border Responses, states that LAFD unit(s ) arriving on scene to any incident with in a neighboring agency’s jurisdiction shall ______________, after which the LAFD unit(s) may disengage from the remainder of the response.
determine that the jurisdictional agency is on scene and receive verbal confirmation from their personnel that they have assumed full responsibility for the incident
48
According to the MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING, An employee shall be permitted to defer vacation, thereby accumulating unused vacation time to total not more than the equivalent of ______ years of vacation credit commensurate with their years of service.
3
49
According to Vol. 6, 11/1-01.47, Station commanders shall plan to complete a minimum of ___________ of their total inspection work load during each calendar month.
1/10
50
According to Book #30, Command Procedures, which of the following is not a tactical priority?
a. Rescue
b. Communication
c. Hazard Control
d. Loss Limiting
e. Safety
b. Communication
51
TB #140-Elevator Operations at High-rise Incident, states that If determined that an elevator is going to be used for ascent, precautionary stops shall be made every ______ floors in order to test and confirm that the elevator is properly operating in Phase II as designed.
5
52
According to TB #145-Combustible Metals, these metals (titanium, magnesium, zirconium, and aluminum) shall be indicated by an “__” in the fourth space if the quantities or form meet the LAFD criteria for placarding.
M
53
Vol. 2, 4/4-34.05, states that _______________ have the overall responsibility for station security.
Station Commanders
54
TB 156-Hillside Home Structure Fires, states that any occupancy having a floor at street or grade level would become the first floor or Division 1. The next level below grade would become _____________.
Sub-Division 1
55
According to Book #3, Rules and Regulations, Labor, management and employee resource groups have agreed that the Rules and Regulations serve as the LAFD’s ______________.
Code of Conduct
56
Book #3, Rules and Regulations, states that the _______________ is the head of the Fire Department.
Board of Fire Commissioners
57
According to Book #30, Command Procedures, in multi-story buildings, upon completion of rehabilitation, companies shall normally report back to _________ for reassignment.
staging
58
Book #37, Hazardous Materials Operations Manual, states that the ________________ reports to the Hazardous Materials Group Supervisor and implements the Incident Action Plan, determines the need for assistance on the assigned task, ensures that contaminants are controlled, and maintains records.
Site Control Leader
59
Book #37, Hazardous Materials Operations Manual, states prior to initiating rapid extraction, first responders shall take the following actions EXCEPT:
a. Establish that there are viable victims and a need for extraction operations.
b. Establish decontamination.
c. Establish rapid intervention.
d. Maintain continuous communications during extraction efforts.
e. Use Mini Radiac to eliminate the potential for any radioactive source
e. Use Mini Radiac to eliminate the potential for any radioactive source
60
Book #98, EARTHQUAKE EMERGENCY OPERATIONAL PLAN, if any Battalion Commander is unable to fulfill any of their duties, the _______________ will assume the responsibilities of completing the status-check.
Station Commander of the Battalion headquarters station
61
TB #116-Metro Heavy Rail Lines, states The ancillary level contains the different control rooms for the station functions, such as the Train Communication and Control Room (TC&C), mechanical room, Department of Water and Power (DWP) power station, and fan room. In most of the stations, this area is entered from the ____________________.
mezzanine level
62
TB #156-Hillside Home Structure Fires, states that prior to advancement of any hose lines, complete a 360 degree survey of the building to further assess the structure, and announce the additional information in a subsequent size-up to responding resources. All of the following are correct EXCEPT
a. Type of hillside home
b. Number of floors (above or below grade)
c. Floor and side of building where initial fire attack lines will be deployed
d. Best street access for incoming companies
e. All of the above are correct
d. Best street access for incoming companies
63
According to TB #164-Optional Transitional Attack With Handlines, the Transitional Attack Option should be considered whenever the following conditions exist: All of the following are correct, EXCEPT
a. Fire conditions at the point of access make it unsafe to enter
b. Entry is delayed by forcible entry challenges
c. Ventilation is delayed or non-existent
d. Water supply is delayed or insufficient
e. All of the above are correct
e. All of the above are correct
64
According to the Discrimination Prevention Policy Handbook, Officers, Managers and Supervisors may create liability for________________ for acts of discriminatory and harassing conduct between members in the workplace,
the Fire Department and themselves
65
According to the IRPG, one of the most common denominators of fatal or near fatal fires is
on relatively small fires or deceptively quiet areas of large fires
66
Vol. 1, 2/1-07.06, states that the priority of Department resources responding to the scene of an incident shall be ___________________
the safe arrival of the responding units.
67
According to Vol. 3, 7/1-48.32, The oil and filter on Emergency Light Apparatus shall be changed every ______ apparatus miles.
4,000
68
Vol. 6, 11/5-18.01, states that All trees, shrubs, bushes and other growing vegetation or portions thereof shall be removed from within ___ feet of the outlet of any chimney.
10
69
According to Vol. 6, 11/5-34.55, states panic hardware shall be installed not less than 30 inches nor more than 44 inches above the floor. Maximum effort to operate doors shall not exceed eight and one-half pounds for exterior doors and five pounds for interior doors, such pull or push effort being applied at right angles to hinged doors. When fire doors are required the maximum effort to operate the door may be increased not to exceed __-pounds.
15
70
TB #5-Automobile Fires and Associated Hazards, states Freon gas used in air conditioners is under pressure and may emit the toxic gases _____ and _____ if heated to the point of decomposition
phosgene and fluoride
71
TB #149-Residential Sprinkler Systems, states that residential head temperatures range from _____ to ______ degrees Fahrenheit.
135 to 175
72
Vol. 2, 3/2-30.00, states that Annual Performance Evaluation Reports (F-1122 and F-1132) shall be submitted on all members below the rank of Chief Officer. The rater shall forward the report to the immediate superior ___ days prior to member's anniversary date in present rank or grade.
45
73
Book #100, High Rise Manual, states that the _________ establishes Lobby Control and the Officer becomes the Incident Commander
Second in company
74
\According to TB #73-Tactical/Operational Considerations for Personnel, most ____________ are considered the safest room in the house.
living rooms
75
According to TB #73-Tactical/Operational Considerations for Personnel, what is the term to be used when there is a large hostile crowd and apparent danger to Department personnel or apparatus.
Fire Department needs ASSISTANCE
76
The LAFD's Repair Record for apparatus is the F-____.
705
77
The LAFD's Daily Pre-Trip Inspection Record is also referred to as the F-____
972
78
TB #11-Pressurized Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers, states that the dry chemical extinguisher is effective in all the following fires, EXCEPT
a. flammable liquids
b. flammable gases
c. liquified gases
d. magnesium fires
e. hydrocarbon fires
d. magnesium fires
79
TB #121-The Tranzport Hood, states that particular attention must be paid to the patient’s airway whenever the Tranzport Hood is applied. Patients who require physical restraint are often under the influence of illicit drugs and are at risk of sudden decompensation and cardiovascular collapse. As always, patients placed in restraints are to be transported in the ___________________ position, and never placed in the ________________ position.
left lateral decubitus; prone
80
According to Vol. 1, 2/1-21.26, Hazardous material spills on freeways are under the jurisdiction of the _____________________.
CHP
81
TB #139-Air Management Policy, states that supervisors and members share responsibility for and shall consider time needed for safe exit when objective is reached or SCBA air reserve is at ___% whichever occurs first. This shall be based on the member with the least amount of remaining air.
50
82
TB #178-Curaplex Fingertip SpO2 Monitor states that less than __% on the Curaplex Fingertip SpO2 Monitor requires advanced life support (ALS) assessment and intervention as indicated.
94
83
According to TB #76-Company Operations, NFPA _____ mandates a backup team prior to entry into an IDLH with very limited exceptions. This policy, generally referred to as “Two In/Two Out”, also mandates that firefighters never go into an IDLH (fire or rescue incident) alone.
1500
84
According to Book #101, Rapid Intervention Company, in STANDBY MODE the resources assigned as RIC shall monitor the following radio channels, EXCEPT:
a. Incident Command Channel
b. Incident Tactical Channel(s)
c. Rescue Tactical Channel (if assigned)
d. Emergency Channel 6
e. All of the above are correct
e. All of the above are correct
85
According to Vol. 2, 3/7-15.15, states that he time frame for wearing the Captain's Summer Dress Uniform shall coincide with daylight savings time, however, a dress coat shall be worn at all times when (All of the following are correct EXCEPT:)
a. attending funerals
b. attending graduations
c. attending administrative hearings
d. appearing before the City Council
e. appearing before the Fire Commission
b. attending graduations
86
According to Book #8, The NUMBER ONE RULE OF EMERGENCY DRIVING is to ___________________at all times.
leave yourself an out
87
Book #96, Physical Fitness Manual, states that ______________ accounts for approximately 20% of all medical expenses and disability pensions incurred by the Fire Service not to mention personal trauma.
lower back syndrome
88
DB 21-08, Brush Fire Operations, states that due to the uncertainties associated with fire behavior forecasting, firefighters must anticipate the unexpected and build agility into their tactical plan through __________ planning.
contingency
89
According to DB 21-08, Brush Fire Operations, _______________ is a tactic used when a Safety Zone and TRA is present and/or adequate time exists to safely prepare a structure for defense prior to the arrival of the fire front.
prep and defend
90
Vol.2, 3/1-35.05, states All members hired after ________________, shall remain non-smokers throughout their employment as a member of the Fire Department. This condition of employment prohibits smoking or the use of any tobacco product on or off duty
July 1, 1987
91
According to DB 21-08, The LAFD has been assigned the block of designation numbers 1000 through 1074. Task Forces and Strike Teams formed by MFC will be assigned a number starting in sequence from _____ to ____.
1001; 1030
92
TB #57-Evacuation Guidelines, states that the _____________________ has primary responsibility for coordinating the management of evacuation centers
Department of Recreation and Parks
93
TB #35-Overhaul Procedures, states the main objectives of overhaul are all the following EXCEPT:
a. To ensure the fire is out and all potential for rekindle is eliminated.
b. To identify and preserve all salvageable contents/possessions.
c. To leave the scene undisturbed, insofar as possible, for the purpose of aiding
investigators and insurance adjusters.
d. To provide for the safety of fire personnel conducting overhaul operations by
limiting or removing exposure to hazardous/toxic atmospheres/substances.
e. To determine how much the owner will be compensated for his/her losses
e. To determine how much the owner will be compensated for his/her losses
94
TB #174-Fire Department Hose Testing Procedures, states that single-jacketed synthetic nitrile rubber lined hose: 4” supply shall be tested at ____ PSI.
250
95
According to Book #3, The ____________________ establishes the Rules and Regulations for the Fire Department as set forth in Section 506 of the Los Angeles City Charter.
Board of Fire Commissioners
96
The statement, "The Los Angeles Fire Department will provide exceptional fire protection and emergency medical services by being metric driven, technologically sophisticated, and community focused while reflecting the people we serve" is the Department's _________________.
Vision Statement
97
According to the Memorandum of Understanding #23, whenever an employee reports to duty either from home or another work location for overtime duty that has been canceled, he/she shall receive a minimum payment of ____ hours of straight time compensation, unless previously notified of the cancellation.(Cancellation phone calls should normally be at least _____ hours in advance and not normally be made between 2230 and 0630 hours).
4; 4
98
Vol. 2, 3/3-50.01, states that approval of ________________ shall be required for exchange of time. Commanders shall consider operational effectiveness in approving trades. Upon approval of F-360, such time exchanges become regularly scheduled working periods. Members are obligated to work this time.
Both station commanders
