Notes Flashcards
What is pump idle pressure when in volume? When in pressure?
When does an engine need to be augmented(when intake pressure drops below)
55psi when in volume
110psi when in pressure
Intake below 15psi
SCBA
The PRA reduces pressure to what?
Failure of the primary system will direct to secondary system, pressure will be reduced to what? If secondary fails the relief valve activates and pressure in excess of what gets bled out?
PRA = 100psi
Secondary - 150
Relief valve - 185
How fast can a 45min cylinder bleed out if manual shut off is left open? What are the 2 causes for the vibra alert to activate?
Bleeds out in 4 min
Vibra= 25% remaining, failure of primary system
T or F
If the face piece gets damaged you can cover the hole with your hand?
True, unless damaged from heat (bubbling or melting) then do not touch
Scott CBRN canister has a shelf life of how long?
How often does a scba cylinder get hydrostatically tested?
CBRN = 7yrs
Cylinder tested every 5yrs
PAK Tracker
How long does an scba have to be in full alarm for it to pick up signal? How far is the line of sight? Is it intrinsically safe? How many identities can it store? How long should you pause for a reading? How do you lock/unlock on a signal?
Full alarm for 10 seconds, 900ft line of sight, NOT intrinsically safe, 36 identities, pause for 3-4 seconds, lock=press enter, unlock=press and hold scroll for 3 seconds
Company journal
What pages for chief visits, company drills, if a mask service depot. What gets attached to inside of front cover?
500-498 for chief
497-495 for drills
494 and back for mask depot
Company roster affixed to inside of front cover
*COLL for collisions, DSP for discipline/charges. (No more acc or AFID)
What does the officer on duty do if he catches members drinking?
PROBBE Prevent on and off duty members from leaving Relieve members from duty OOS (company effected) BC gets notified Bits gets notified Entry in company journal *officer on duty is not the investigating officer
Members caught drinking, what does the investigating officer do?
1-conduct a roll call
2- inform members whom may receive charges of right to representation
3-conduct investigation
4-if reason to believe order member to be tested, if no reason to believe document reasons why
Proby notebook
If the notebook is lost who must forward a report within ___days?
When does the proby review the notebook? How often do the officers review it? How often does the company commander review it, when do chiefs review it? Where is it kept?
Company commander forwards report to Div within 30 days
Proby reviews it weekly, officers review it each tour, company commander reviews it monthly, chiefs review it during visits and drills. Kept in company office
*proby on cross unit details do not take details unless absolutely necessary
Proby notebook
How many attempts do they get to pass the monthly training module? Where do they put the receipt of the training? What gets attached to the 1st page of notebook?
3 attempts and receipt stapled to current page of notebook
tool list gets attached to first page
Ladders shall have at least ___ lengths of 1 3/4” hose rolled or folded. Engines shall have at least ___lengths of 1 3/4” and ___ lengths of 2 1/2”
Ladders 3 of 1 3/4”.
Engines 3 of each plus a length of 1 3/4” with attached nozzle in an easily accessible place
How often shall a company commander inspect apparatus doors? No visitors allowed in quarters after \_\_\_\_pm. For class visits you need 1 adult for how many kids: below 3rd grade, 3rd and 4th grade, 5th grade and up, scout troops?
Company commander inspects apparatus doors monthly No visitors after 10pm Below 3rd grade- every 4 kids 3rd and 4th - every 15 kids 5th and up - every 30 kids Scouts - every 20 kids
Every engine ff should carry what?
Fog nozzles should be stored in the (fog/straight) steam position which is turned all the way to the (left/right).
What are the 3 stages of fire suppression?
Every engine ff carries a spanned, chock, hose strap
Fog nozzles in straight stream which is turned to the right
What do the following touch signals mean to the nozzle man?
1 or 2 slaps on back? Tug or pull to the left or right? Steady push on back? 4 slaps on back?
1 or 2 slaps on back = open nozzle
Tug/pull left or right = direction of stream
Steady push = advance line
4 slaps = immediate withdrawal
Hydrants
Dresser hydrant gives how much more water? Yellow hydrants found where and how many turns in what direction to open curb valve?
t/f 2 red hydrants side by side should be avoided. 1 red hydrant means what?
Dresser hydrant - 10-15% more water
Yellow hydrants found on highway, 18 turns clockwise with curb valve key
True- 2 red hydrants side by side should be avoided
1 red hydrant = Red air cock hydrant and is a great source of water
What is the max working pressure for 1 3/4”, 2 1/2” and 3 1/2”? High pressure hose has a max working pressure of?
Engines required to carry how many lengths of 1 3/4”, 2 1/2” and 3 1/2”?
Max working pressure is 250psi
High pressure hose max pressure is 600psi
Engines required to carry 20lengths of 1 3/4”, 30 lengths of 2 1/2”, and 10 lengths of 3 1/2”
You come across a length of rolled hose, what does both butts on the inside mean? Male butt onside only?
Both inside for storage
Male only on inside for when being sent out
Hose test
What 5 things do you look for that would prevent a length of hose from being tested? How many lengths max to the manifold? Up to how many lengths from each outlet? Use a marker on which end of each length, how much large of a gap to place OOS? At what psi and for how long is each tested?
Hose with abrasions, mildew, rot, burnt, or dried-cracked-broken gasket do not get tested
2 lengths of 2 1/2” max from rig to manifold
Up to 6 lengths from each outlet
Mark the male end with marker 1/8” separation take hose OOS
250psi for 5 min
A large caliber stream is over ___gpm?
If a structure is 1-2 stories and the stretch is ___lengths or less the 2nd engine can stretch its own line if 1st doesn’t need help.
Large caliber stream is over 300gpm
4 lengths or less and 2nd engine can stretch own line in 1-2 story buildings
How many handlines from pumper? T/F supply pumper in relay should not supply handlines or LCS. A high pressure engine can deliver up to ___psi, 3rd stage up to ___psi
No more then 2 handlines from pumper when possible.
True, supply pumper should not supply handlines, but in emergency it can but it needs to be augmented ASAP
High pressure engine up to 600psi, 3rd stage up to 700psi
*high pressure supply- 1 length from rig to Fd connection is ideal, no more then 2. Safety zone 50ft in all directions
High pressure pumping
T or F
Do not use presets, increase pressure slowly, do not connect 2 high pressure supply lines to same FD connection, over 600psi 3rd stage pumper is required, over 500psi 3rd stage is proffered.
True
Stand pipe with compressed air
T or F
Release air pressure prior to uncapping siamese, may take up to 3minutes to release air, and it is not necessary to deactivate air compressor. Manual air release valve can be supplied with water
True
How many turns and in what direction to shut off hydrants in the street? All downed wires in the street are to be considered live, what is the safe way to move them? Does the ring cutter cut stainless steel?
17 turns counter clockwise
No safe way to move, do not put heavy objects on them
Ring cutter does not cut stainless steel
HRN
How must psi at nozzle? How many engine companies to put into service? Should you remove window to operate? How long is it and what degree is the bend?
50psi at nozzle
2 companies to use
8ft long 68degree bend
Multi versal
When in truck mount the range is ___ degree below horizontal to ___degree above. The safety stop is at ___ degree. Bring the supply line straight back ___ft before turns. Max pressure is ____psi.
15 below horizontal to 90 above. Safety stop is at 35degrees. 15ft straight back before turns. Max pressure is 200psi
In line pressure gauge What color for PSI, what color for gpm? How long does battery last? What gpm for effective stream? When is the high flow alert? When is the high pressure alert? Low pressure?
Red for psi, blue for gpm
5hr batterly life, can change with water flowing
225-250gpm for effective stream
Over 250gpm for high flow alert
High pressure greater than 200psi
Low pressure less than 80psi
*pressure and flow alerts not a direct indication of an unsafe condition
In line pumping
No more then ___ lengths of 3 1/2” for initial supply line. Who is hydrant FF for 4 man engine? 5 man engine? Who is hose FF in 4 man engine/5 man engine? The stretch is controlled by who in 4 man /5 man?
No more than 6 lengths for initial supply line
Hydrant FF is control man for both 4 and 5 man
Hose ff 4man is backup , 5 man is door
Stretch controlled by: 4 man = LCC. 5 man = door
At a standpipe operation the control ff cannot remove the PRD, can he still hook up to this outlet? At the same operation the ECC is going to supply the standpipe at the riser, he too cannot remove the PRD, can he hook up to that outlet?
Control can hookup to a PRD, supply lines cannot.
Priority hydrant, what are the 3 causes?
1-only hydrant on block
2- 2 adjacent hydrants OOS
3- protects high profile places or critical infrastructure
When members enter rehabilitation they should normally rest for ___min. Active cooling is what, passive cooling is what? Members are considered patients if their SPCO is greater then ___% or SP02 is less than ___%.
20 min rest, active cooling is using external methods such as misting fan, passive cooling is using natural methods like sweating or moving to cool place. SPCO greater than 15%. SP02 less than 90%
T or F
While awaiting details a company with an officer and 2 FF’s (1 is a chauffeur) shall respond to alarms. A unit with only an officer and chauffeur are OOS but will respond to verbals received at quarters.
True
T or F Your firehouse is under renovation: As company commander you have a question/request you can contact the architect/ engineer directly (Lt’s cannot). Members do not direct contractor to stop working.
False. Do not contact architect or engineer directly, each project will have an FDNY project manager. And members do not direct contractors to stop working
EIFS (exterior insulation….)
How many layers and which is primary concern?
The cockloft nozzle with one end capped can reach up how many floors?
3 layers, inner most is primary concern
Cockloft nozzle with end capped can reach 2 floors up.
What info gets written on an OOS hydrant disc?
Company number and disc number on one side
If a member gets arrested for beating up non st. johns fans in madison square garden. is there a notification to BITS or the IG
bits
what are the closed lengths and weight of the following ladders:
35’ extension, 24’ extension, 14’ A frame, 10’ folding ladder
35- 20ft 135lbs
24- 14ft 80 lbs
14- 7ft 35 lbs
10-11’ 16 lbs (only one to get bigger)
what is the proper portable ladder climbing angle, where does it get placed at a window, alongside the fire escape, against the fire escape, and roof?
65-75 degree climbing angle window- level with sill along FE- 1-3' above railing against FE- slightly above roof - at least 2' above
portable ladder load capacity of 26’ or less? 27’ or greater? (straight or extension)
26’ or less 500lbs
27’ or more 600lbs
portable ladder
how many drops of oil per year on the pulley?
what ladder for bridging weekend or burnt out stairs?
1-2 drops
24’ extension
Portable ladder
how do you carry the ladder (fly in or out)?
who gives commands when transporting, who gives command to lift? Can the halyard be left untied? what if the ladder is going to be rolled or carried vertically?
carry with fly out
front ff gives commands during transport, rear ff gives lift command, halyard can be left untied if situation warrants, unless the ladder is going to be rolled or carried while vertical then it must be tied.
Aerial as water tower
what angle for the ladder? max extension from tip to ground? can you extend or retract with water flowing? what is the max psi at nozzle? how far should apparatus be from building?
70 degree angle, 80ft from ground to tip max, do NOT extend or retract with water flowing, 90psi max at nozzle, apparatus 25-35ft from building
Which of the following leaves can you work other OT during: Terminal Leave, SMX off, comp time.
NONE
T or F
if no one is available to A/R a company can start the tour 1 ff short.
TRUE
T or F
only members coming in or getting off are eligible for partial tour OT, 6hrs max.
True
proby evaluations
must be prepared in triplicate at the ends of what months?
can a proby appeal their evaluation. who signs and reviews the probe evaluations
ends of 9th, 13th, 17th. probies not entitles to appeal evaluation. company commander reviews and signs
RSOT
if member is declining a tour when do they notify the OOD? can a member reschedule a tour that was mx’d? do you have to work a RSOT when on vacation? Probies with less than ___months do not get RSOT. Who is responsible that members adhere to RSOT schedule.
Notify OOD by 0900 the day before, members can NOT reschedule tours that were mx’d, you can reschedule RSOT that are during your vacation or mx’d vacation, but if you mx’d the rsot so it is during your vacation you cannot reschedule. probies with less that 6 months don’t get rsot. company commanders responsible that members follow rsot schedule
RECALL
when recalled where are members to report? who is exempt from the recall? Before going to a mobilization point what should a member do?
members report to their assigned/detailed unit. members on ML, Military leave, bereavement leave, special, or emergency leave are exempt from recall. before going to mobilization point member should check in with unit and retrieve PPE.
Drills
how long and at what times are drills mon-fri? How long is MUD and can you use lights and/or sirens to get there? Does a 10-51 cancel MUD?
1 hr at 1400-1500 and 1900-2000
MUD is 1.5 hours and no light or sirens to get there
10-51 does cancel mud (an indoor drill will be done in its place)
Who is the safety team? one 4 ff engine on scene? one 5 ff engine on scene? one 4 ff ladder on scene? one 5 ff ladder on scene? 1 engine and 1 ladder on scene?
4ff engine = 1ff and officer enter IDLH for search without line, 2 ff's are safety team 5ff engine = control and door 4 ff ladder = LCC and outside member 5 ff ladder = LCC and OV 1 engine and 1 ladder = control and LCC
when is an engine considered understaffed?
when is a ladder considered understaffed?
engine and ladder are understaffed when less than 4 firefighters
T or F
members of safety team engage in primary duties while assuming safety team duties. When members enter IDLH 1 safety team member accounts for FF’s inside IDLH without performing duties.
TRUE
Where should the fast team stage?
within verbal contact of the ICP
T or F
the 2nd engine officer will announce their arrival over the HT, the Fast truck officer will announce their arrival over the HT
TRUE
T or F
at Large commercial or complex buildings the FAST truck officer should consider splitting up in order to cover more area.
False, at Large commercial or complex building the fast truck should stay together
What additional tools does the fast truck bring?
Pak Tracker, search rope, stokes with longboard, fast pak, 2:1 rope
Once an unconscious member is supplied with are turn the purge (how much)?
brain damage occurs in ___ min without air, clinical death in ____.
turn purge valve 1/2 way
brain damage in 4-6 min, death in 8-10min
can the DRD be used to drag upstairs?
what shoulder strap with it be wrapped around?
NO, wrapped around right shoulder
Can the fast unit be used to remove window bars?
yes, maintain unit integrity
Elevators
T/F can passengers assist in their own removal
T/F 2 speed system can turn power off then on, wait 10 seconds to restart, if it doesn’t turn power off.
T/F during side exit removal the rescue cars power is left on to prevent stalling.
T-passengers an assist in own removal
T- 2 speed system can be restarted
F- rescue car will have its power removed
Elevators
T or F
Jump pits power must be removed before entering, walking pit in extreme emergency you can enter before power removal.
True
Elevators
T or F
Precautionary stops are made every 3 floors and you inspect the you are here sign at each stop.
False
precautionary stop every 5 floors, inspect the you are here sign at first and last stop
Scaffold
When are FF’s allowed on unoccupied scaffolding?
allow hoist motors to cool for __min. Taking a window to retrieve works is a (primary rescue tactic/last resort). if a hoist is jammed allow workers to operate it in a back and forth motion to try and free the jam (T/F)
Never allow members on unoccupied scaffold.
cool for 15 min
taking windows is last resort
never allow workers to operate a jammed hoist
Power saw how big is the circle of danger? who is allowed in the circle of danger? can you use on a portable ladder? when can it be used in a vertical position? what does 1,2,3, slaps mean? what do sparks mean? what are signs on cutting too deep?
20ft circle of danger
guide, operator, officer allowed in
can use on portable ladder if no alternative
used in vertical position if direct order and under direct supervision of officer
1 slap - stop, 2 slaps- cut, 3 slaps - shut down saw
sparks-on a beam
too deep- smoke and slowing down
TIC what color for most heat, least heat? when scanning do you start at ceiling or floor? how big is the field of view? you have a \_\_\_ft focal point.
white hot, black least heat
start at ceiling
50degree field of view
3ft focal point
*15% is when it switches from low heat to high heat
**low heat = high sensitivity, high heat = low sensitivity.
Rebar cutter
1-T/F it is not intrinsically safe, the batter life will allow for approx 40 cuts, has a 180 degree swivel head, and you are not to hold the material being cut,
True
non intrinsically safe
40 cuts, 180degree swivel head
do not hold material being cut
when smoke is found in a stairwell will how do you go about locating the source?
descend a clear stairwell and examine the smoke filled stairwell at every floor
*under no circumstances will members operate above smoke in involved stairwell
define light clutter
little or no effect on access, unit cohesiveness not affected, searches not effected, little or no delays in line placement
define medium clutter
pathways partially blocked, increased concern for entanglement, utilities may be disconnected, searches possible but delayed, maneuvering of landlines more difficult, fuel load may exceed capabilities of landlines , unusual fire spread
define heavy clutter
complete blockages of pathways, entanglement/avalanche unusual fire spread, searches severely delayed, alternate strategies may be required, maneuvering landlines may be impossible, may exceed capability of handlines
T/F
members of all ranks can submit a near miss, its anonymous. can be submitted via intranet or form can go through the bag
TRUE
If you are on LD can you do side work?
yes with the permission of the commissioner or designee
*no side work on ML
fireman goes back to school
part tour mutuals are not less than __hr(s) and not more then ___hr(s). all part tour mutuals shall begin or end at time of tour changes. Not more than ___hrs can be accumulated by cooperator.
not less than 1hr or more than 6hrs
no more then 15hrs accumulated
T/F
when the officer is questioning a member who is subject to charges, the officer must advise member of his right to representation. Witnesses do not have the right to representation.
TRUE
T/F
command discipline is informal but must be agreed on by member. Refusal of command disciplines considered an election to proceed with formal charges and judicial proceedings
TRUE
*loss of pay is a last resort
How long does a command discipline stay on a members record?
1yr then expunged
what times on the day and night tour is considered late. when are you considered AWOL?
late is 0900-09300 or 1800-1830
AWOL is showing up after 0930 or 1830
No more then __ weeks between a members misconduct and the resolution. within __days of alleged misconduct interviews and investigation completed and member informed of proposed penalty. Within ___days of notification of proposes penalty member must accept or reject. within __ days of members election required reports are submitted.
No more then 2 weeks between a members misconduct and the resolution. within 7 days of alleged misconduct interviews and investigation completed and member informed of proposed penalty. Within 5 days of notification of proposes penalty member must accept or reject. within 2 days of members election required reports are submitted.
T/F
when a member is facing command discipline the commanding officer will interview the member when the member is ON DUTY. before questioning statement of rights MUST beamed to member
TRUE
a members informs the OOD they want to make an EEO complaint. Do they have to give the officer any details? If they do give details what must the officer do?
members don’t have to give details. if they do, the officer must fill out a confidential EEO incident report.
*no copies of EEO report are kept
A members informs the officer of an EEO issue, should the officer investigate before submitting the report to verify the complaint.
officers do not do any investigation unless directed by the EEO officer or BITS
SMLP
# of ML in __ months, warning letter at __ML’s. SMLP if for __months, extensions are for __months. If on SMLP you can go out for __hrs.
5 ML in 12 Months, warning at 4 ML’s. SMLP is for 6months and extensions are for 3months. time out is for 4 hours 8x12 or 1x5.
What size hose should always supply a standpipe?
3 1/2”
T/F
There should be a separate engine supplying the standpipe system for each line placed in service, Engines at same pressure
True
Below grade head pressure will increase __psi for every __ft below grade
5psi every 10ft pressure at standpipe may have to be reduced accordingly
T/F
when supplying a manual dry standpipe system in-line pumping is recommended to have the rig close to the operations.
False
in-line pumping should be avoided. use 35’ soft connection, supply at idle and increase pressure as needed
cut american locks ___ up from the keyway.
2/3 up from the keyway
which point below is wrong
1-multilock door, cut a triangle in lower quadrant closer to door nob side
2-member holding axe during forcible entry stands on same side of member holding halligan
2- axe member is on opposite side of member holding halligan
when does size up start
will receipt of alarm
a ventilation limited fire, once air is introduced conditions may become untenable in a as little ___minutes
1.5 minutes
T/F
search for life in areas adjacent or above fire start immediately upon entering area
True
when members are forced to evacuate an area before a line is in place, who will account for the members?
member at door will account for interior team and close door after all have exited
Where are most victims found during primary searches?
victims usually found within are of fire origin or in a path leading from fire origin to exit
in NFPMD most victims are found where?
in the apartment directly above and on the top floor
In FPMD most victims are found where?
in hallways and stairways
Buckeye pipeline
how many and what size pipes? what do they carry? valve turned which direction and how many turns? how about for shippers line?
2 12” pipes, gasoline and kerosine based aviation fuel. clockwise for 42 full turns, shippers line is 24 full turns
T or F
engines and ladders responding on a 2nd alarm on buckeye pipeline will place additional cans of foam on the rig. if not in quarters return to quarters to get the additional cans.
False, only engines responding on 2nd alarms to buckeye pipeline will do this if they are responding from quarters. if out of quarters do not return to quarters
what weather conditions have the greatest potential for explosion at the buckeye pipeline?
humid, hot, calm days
To create a path for rescue hold the nozzle ___above the ground and move (slowly/rapidly) side to side.
a few inches about the ground and move rapidly
Buckeye
flag persons are ___ft on each side of the incident. Apparatus should be no closer then __ft
flag persons 1000ft
apparatus 600ft
when do buckeye pipeline control valves get inspected?
during hydrant inspection
when can we shut valves on the buckeye pipeline?
borough drills
what is the primary consideration at the buckeye pipeline?
what are initial actions?
primary -evacuation of the area involved
initail - shut down valves
Iroquois pipeline
how many and what size pipe? what does it carry?
One 24” pipe carrying natural gas
what are initial actions at the Iroquois pipeline?
what is the primary considerations?
initial -set up perimeter and eliminate sources of ignition
primary- evacuation of area involved
T/F
at iroquois pipeline leak use of a fog nozzle will help dissipate the gas.
False, let leak dissipate into atmosphere, fog nozzle may hamper this.
Brush fires
when are they most likely to occur (seasons)? the most serious conditions are during what humidity, wind in excess of ___mph, and little or no rainfall for __days prior.
spring and fall, low humidity wind in excess of 15mph, and little or no rainfall for 3 days prior.
brush fires,
which type is most common, what is the best positive water source, where can portable pumps operate? how big is forestry hose, what color, and how long are the lengths?
surface fire is most common, hydrants are best positive water source. portable pumps can operate in pools, ponds, streams. forestry hose is 1” yellow and 100’ lengths
BFU
what are BFU equipped with? (7)
booster tank, pump, hose, fittings, medical equipment, chainsaw, de-watering pump
can BFU knock over trees, go thru hedge groves, or traverse steams/ponds?
NO to all
what should the initial attack concentrate on at brush fires, and where do you attack from?
concentrate on mobility, avoid hooking up to hydrants.
attack from the flanks
in engines who is the security guard for apparatus?
ECC
winter ops
what should be added to rigs?
6 extra lengths of 2 1/2” hose, 2 shovels, salt or sand, vehicle recovery strap, tire chains, specialized hydrant connection
T/F
winter ops
after arrival at a box you should EXTEND search because cold weather may deter persons from waiting and tightly closed buildings may hide fire
True
winter ops
T/F for the following statements
1-consideration should be given to backing pumpers into streets for greater traction and ease of stretch
2-poor street conditions, only the 1st engine and 1st ladder enter the block, except where proper placement is assured and extend of fire dictates.
Both True
you have to secure a premise with a padlock, where do you get it and where do you keep the key?
lock from batt, key in secure location on rig
Reserve apparatus
when fully manned are ready who does the officer notify (4)? who is responsible for the reserve apparatus?Where does the reserve apparatus get the CFR-D equipment from?
officer notifies - Dispatcher, battalion chief, deputy chief, tour command chief. Company commanders responsible for reserve apparatus stored in their quarters and provide for the maintenance. CFR-D equipment supplied by tech services
BITS or IG
who is responsible for corruption, criminal activity, conflicts of interest. Who is responsible for disciplinary allegations concerning violations of dept rules and regs or the incompetency of dept employees.
IG is the 3 C’s
Bits is for employees violating dept rules and regs and incompetency.
If your not sure who to contact BITS or IG, who should you contact and how do you contact them? (business hours vs after hours)
If not sure notify IG, contact directly during business hours, after hours contact IG through FDOC.
who do you notify for the following incidents:
1-arrest of member
2-off duty injury claimed as on duty
3-conflict between FDNY and civilians or PD
4-On duty possession of alcohol or drugs
5-physical altercations among members or civilians
6-misuse of dept vehicle
7- FD member accused of stealing at an incident
1- arrest = Bits 2- off duty injury claimed as on = IG 3-conflicts between civilians or PD = BITS 4- On duty drugs/alcohol = BITS 5-physical altercations = BITS 6- misuse of vehicle = BITS 7- Stealing at incident = IG
Cell sites
if a cell site is involved on the roof who gets extra called (engine/ladder)
what kind of extinguisher can you use?
T/F generator piping may be interior or exterior.
extra engine and truck
dry chem
True
what can a member of the dept tell the press?
3 things
1-type of incident
2-# of victims
3-what hospitals they were transported too.
KO CURTAIN
has survived ___min of fire exposure, Is __x__ft, there will be an immediate ___% decrease in ___ and significant flame (reduction/increase).
60 min of fire exposure
8’x6’
50% decrease in temp, significant flame reduction
Window Blanket
is __x__ft. is large enough to cover __windows, can be lowered from __floors above the fire.
8’x10’. cover 2 windows and can be lowered from 2 floors above.
FANS
when will a stairwell be pressurized? can you transport when in operation? when can you refuel inside the structure?
IC orders stair pressurization. never transport when in operation or refuel inside the structure
*at MUD started and run at full RPM for 5 min
members shall not owe or be owed more than ___mutuals. Does this number include/exclude SMX? any member who owes more then __mutuals on __consecutive mx compliance sheets will be prohibited from making any more mx’s
8 mutuals, if owes or owed more then 8 on 3 consecutive sheets then no more mx’s (double asterisk)
*single asterisk is a warning
T/F
military leave and vacation leave can carry over
false
vacation leave can carry over, military leave cannot.
how many smx can a member do during a calendar year? members can owe a max of __smx(s) and bank a max of smx(s).
4 smx in a calendar year, owe a max of 1 and bank a max of 2.
*can NOT repay a smx when group is in
when on jury duty, members will still work what tours?
sat 9x and 6x, sun 9x, and sunday 6x if monday is a holiday.
t/f
CFR differential for truck members, PCR must be filled out and recorded in citytime.
TRUE
Annual Education Day
who ensures members know their dates?
can you work the 6x before or after ?
if you attended education day within the past 6months do you still go with your company?
company commander makes sure
can NOT work either 6x
if attended in the past 6 months do not go
Fire window blanket
which units can deploy?
how many members needed to deploy?
do you drop or throw the blanket?
any unit can deploy
5 members needed, 3 on floor above 2 on floor below
throw the blanket
*members may secure by placing foot on strap
KO curtain who orders it to be deployed? who coordinates its deployment? should deployment windows be taken and cleared? do you drop or throw the curtain?
IC orders its use
2nd ladder coordinates its deployment
dont break deployment windows unless absolutely necessary
drop the curtain
House tax
who is supposed to collect housetax?
who determines the amount?
company officers will collect
company COMMANDER will determine the amount
how long are company journals kept for?
how long are office record journals kept for?
company journal 20yrs
office record journal 10yrs
*company fire record journal kept for 10yrs
Formal charges must be forwarded to BITS with endorsements within __days. Charges (must or must not) be served to respondent until they are approved by bits. Officer preparing charges (must or must not) obtain statement in writing and signed by witnesses.
within 10 days and are not served until approved by bits, and officer must obtain signed statements
Parking on BI
which of the following is allowed
double parking, parking in bus stop, park alongside building materials located beyond sidewalk, parking with part or rig extended into intersection
all are NOT allowed
who determines injury classification?
medical officer
what are 5 examples of minor injuries
1-1st degree burns 2-minor contusions 3-laceration not requiring stitches 4-minor strains or sprains (no swelling or discoloration) 5- small abrasions
what are 5 examples of NOT minor injuries
1-burns other then 1st degree
2-chest pains
3-sprains or strains with discoloration or swelling
4-shortness of breathe
5-any injury resulting in fainting, blackout,or loss of memory
T/F
flu or food poisoning doesnt get recorded in CIRS
True
Injury/exposure report must be initiated and submitted within ___ days of occurrence with or without members signature and/or narrative
7 days
building under construction
wood forms under concrete. a 4”x4” stud every 4’ is found where? extra wood is stored __floors below the most recently poured floor. 4”x4” stud every 8’ is found up to ___floors below most recently poured floor means what? unless a responsible person is found assume concrete is poured within __hrs.
4x4 every 4’ is below most recently poured floor. extra wood stored 2 floors below most recently poured floor. 4x4 every 8’ found up to 8 floors below and means concrete is in curing stage. if no responsible person found assume concrete poured within 24hrs
Window bars
at least __ window bars(s) should be removed from fire floor. at least __window bar(s) should be removed from the floor above.
1 window bar removed from fire floor and floor above. this location communicated to all units
In a challenge situation with PD, what 3 things should you do?
remain motionless, comply with commands, identify yourself by rank and name
If weapons are known or possibly present consider it a ___zone and do not operate.
hot zone
T/F
alert on scene and incoming units of active shooter. Use urgent message and consider EAB. when sending alert over dept radio request mixer off.
False, all was true except do NOT request mixer off
Salvage
what do you do with articles of value?
when does salvage begin?
Can you use an elevator shaft to relieve flooding?
turn over valuables to officer in command
begins at initial attack
never use elevator shaft to relieve flooding
Mailbox fire
what extinguisher and whats the procedure?
CO extinguisher and 3 short blasts and wait 2 min
Who do you notify if a member gets bitten by a dog?
EMS, PD, BOH, animal care center (if stray) and medical officer
Lexan windows can be cut with what type of blade for the sawzall and portable power saw?
Sawzall - wood blade
power saw - carbide tip blade
what is the order of preference for clearing a blockage at an incinerator fire?
1- 10' L shaped rod 2- push down with hook 3- tie heavy object with rope and drop 4- burn it off 5- hoseline from floor above (must shut off gas)
If you open a compactor chute and smoke comes out, where would you expect to find the blockage?
above
At a compactor/incinerator fire, can engine members help the ladder with locating the blockage?
Yes, engine officer and 2 ffs will stay in lobby
a civilian comes up to you stating they need help, what do you do?
notify dispatch and request NYPD
letterhead to chief of ops
Journal entry with civilians name, PD officers name
You suspect child abuse or that child will be abused if left with caretaker, what do you do?
FD can take child into custody
request PD, FDNY supervisor, and ambulance
*ambulance will do the report
a class is coming to the firehouse and a 10-51 is issued, do you cancel on the class?
no, only operation sidewalk will be cancelled to 10-51
if an active member dies or is terminated, where does the personnel folder get sent and who sends it?
commanding officer sends it to bureau of personnel
VL swaps
who can 5th or 6th grade members swap with?
can you swap with a member on LD?
can vacations get extended for death in family?
how long must you be full duty to get adjusted tour?
5th and 6th can only swap with eachother
no swapping with members on LD
death in family does not extend vacation
must work 6 months to get adjusted tour
if a member has a heart attack (on duty, off duty, or both) the officer must forward a report to BHS showing in detail the work activity performed for ___hrs prior to hear attack
heart attack on or off duty, report showing work performed in prior 72 hrs
what is: 10-1 10-2 10-3 10-9
10-1- call your quarters or other unit
10-2- return to quarters
10-3- call dispatch by phone
10-9- off air
what code for a fire related injury, yellow tag? orange tag?
Both yellow and orange tag are 10-45 code 3
10-60 no code? code 1?
10-60 is major response (collapse of PD, train derailment)
code 1 = additional technical rescue resources required
10-80 node code? code 1?
10-80 is a haz mat incident
no code = controlled by units on scene (SIPS -small amount, identified substance, PPE is good enough, Special equipment not needed)
code 1 = requiring additional resources or special equipment
10-85
10-86
10-87
10-85- fire marshal requests pd
10-86- foam
10-87 hi-ex foam
how long after going 10-84 should you give a preliminary report? if apparatus radio is down where do you get a citywide radio?
5min after 10-84 give a preliminary
div supplies citywide radio
if unable to contact your officer members should contact who in what order?
CIA- Chauffeur, IC, another HT equipped member
When do you give a mayday?
I O U My Life -Imminent collapse, Occurred structural collapse, Unconscious member or life threatening injury, Missing member, Lost/trapped member (L for Life)
when do you give an urgent
WIFE Back, Water loss or 10-70, Injury to member non life threatening, Fear of collapse, Extension of fire, Back out the line for exterior ops, Any change in conditions that will severely impact operations.
If a mayday is not acknowledged by the IC,who can answer and relay the info to the IC
any officer or safety team memeber
t/f
elevator cars, core areas, and stairs are bad places for HT transmissions
true
how do you get an updated list of all companies on scene from the MDT?
Incident summary, send, next, print
when 10-84 the officer keys the mic __time(s) to check in, during emergency roll call press the mic __time(s) .
officer presses 1 time to check in once 10-84
press 3 times during emergency roll call
EFAS
when a mayday is cleared what color will the member turn in the radio status section? mayday section?
red to white in radio status section,
red to yellow in mayday section
EFAS
during emergency roll call what color for unaccounted members? accounted for members?
unaccounted for is yellow
accounted for is green
new HT
press the EAB for __sec(s) to activate and for __sec(s) to deactivate the EAB. when talking with the remote mic pause for ___Sec(s) after depressing push to talk button before speaking.
EAB 1 second to activate 2 seconds to reset
pause for 1/2 second before speaking
*push the light button for 2 seconds to turn on or off
HT ID #’s
if the id number starts with a 5,7,24,23,1,8 who are they?
starts with 5 - engine 7- ladders 24-BC 23-DC 1-Rescue 8-Squad
you go to the chiefs rig and see 3 radios, one is red one is green and one is yellow? what do those colors mean?
red = dispatch green = auxiliary yellow = fast
Arson
what is a trailer
what is a plant
trailer- arranged to spread fire
plant- arranged to start fire
arson
when collecting evidence, what is the best container in order:
new 1 gallon metal can, clean glass jar, double bagged plastic bag, clean plastic container,
1-new 1 gallon metal can
2- clean glass jar
3- in an emergency double bagged plastic bag can be used
*avoid plastic containers
checkering of glass means what?
small crazing means what?
large crazing means what?
checkering is where water was applied
small crazing - intense rapid heat build up, close to origin
large crazing - slow heat build up, remote from origin
lividity starts when and is completed after __-__hrs?
lividity starts 1-2hrs after death and is complete 3-4hrs after death
t/f
wood structural member burn at a rate of 1” every 45 min.
true
motor vehicle fires when are flares used? when are cones used? when are high visibility safety vest worn? how many flares/cones to close a lane?
flares used at night or periods of low visability
cones used day or night
vest used at all times day or night
4-6 cones to close a lane
flare placement, if the speed limit is 50mph and you expect cars to be traveling at 70mph where does the first flare go? who long do flares burn for?
(70x7)+60=550ft away
30min burn time
*you start 2ft from edge of road and each flare is moved 2ft more into the road
at a car fire the truck is having a hard time opening the hood and there is fire under the hood, should you open the line and attempt knock down thru the grill?
NO, pry open part of the side and apply water this way
if a car is propane powered where can you find the label warning you of this? and can propane BLEVE?
tag on the rear left side of bumper
propane can BLEVE
how far from the front and rear of the vehicle should you keep onlookers?
100ft from front and rear
if a car is on fire and victims are trapped what type of spray should you use? fire is in the truck, without opening the trunk how might you extinguish this fire?
use fog spray
removal of taillight might give you access for the hoseline stream
Hybrid car fire
what colors are the high voltage cables? how far away should you keep the key fob?
mostly orange, sometimes blue
15ft away for the key fob
operating across the divider
t/f-when operating across the divider traffic needs to be stopped in both directions.
who selects where to cross? if a safe crossing corridor cannot be established what do you do?
true, stopped in both directions
IC selects where to cross, and its clearly marked
if safe crossing corridor cannot be established then members do not corss
how far back is the blocking apparatus at a car accident?
how far back must members stay of the rear of a garbage truck when lifting the rear?
50ft for both
airbags,
how much of a gap do you need to insert an airbag?
what do you set the low pressure gauge to?
if the high pressure gauge falls below ___psi change the cylinder? what type of cylinder? what colors are the 3 hoses and how long are they?
what is the max internal air pressure for the bags?
bags can be inflated __-__ of capacity to avoid pillowing.
1” gap for insertion
low pressure gauge is 135psi
below 200psi change the steel cylinder (green top)
2 red 1 yellow 16’ hose
max internal air pressure of 118psi
bags inflated 1/2 to 3/4 to avoid pillowing
air bags
which bag will be placed on top (big/small)?
generally you inflate which bag 1st (top/bottom)?
should you place wood between the bags?
at max height you get __% capacity.
how should bags be stored (vertically/horizontally)?
what is a bags life span?
the orange hose has a relief valve set at __psi and is good for what?
small on top inflate bottom first no wood inbetween bags 1/2 capacity at max height stored horizontally 10yrs life span orange hose 22psi relief valve good for stopping leaks
glow sticks do they generate heat? how long do they illuminate for? are they safe in explosive atmospheres? how many on the rig? packs of 5 from who?
no heat
last 12hrs
sage in explosive atmosphere
10 on rig, packs of 5 from tech services
T/F
the beluga auto glass knife cuts all windows
true
t/f- PC/ATS system is working normally when there is a solid red border around the clr/test button.
you have __seconds to respond to a ticket.
who gets the tickets (Chauffeur/officer)?
verbal button can be used if within __blocks.
__spare rolls of teleprinter paper are kept.
F-blinking red border around clr/test button 20 seconds to respond officer gets the ticket verbal if within 2 blocks 2 spare rolls
engine suffix:
C,D,F,H,K
C-CFR D-Decon task force F-Fast unit H-Hazmat tech unit K-Division task force
enigne suffix:
L,I,T,W,Y
L-Lobby control unit I-Fire/ice unit T-Transport back up unit W-water/ice rescue unit Y-systems control unit
engine suffix:
N,P,S
N-high rise nozzle
P-high pressure engine
S-communications unit
ladder suffix:
C,D,F,H,K
C-CPC unit D-decon task force F-Fast unit H-High rise roof team K-Division task force
ladder suffix:
R,T,W,V,S
R-Rescue collapse transport T-Transport back up unit W-Water/ice rescue unit V-vent support unit S-Soc support truck
within ___min of a preliminary report make a progress report.
10min, then additional reports every 10 min for the 1st hour. after that every 15 min
if a building is separated by more then __ft it is not considered an exposure
30ft
manhole fires
who can order a line operated into a manhole?
if ConEd’s eta is greater then __min you can leave a member, or tape off area and leave.
30min
manhole fires,
when can you pull an electric manhole cover?
who orders use of fire ice?
when can you enter a ConEd transformer vault?
do not pull electric manhole covers
chief orders use of fire/ice
enter the transformer vault after ConEd has made their examination
fire/ice
what nozzle pressure between __-__psi is good but __-__is optimal. operations should start at a distance of __ft, but nozzle team may advance to a min safe distance of __ft.
60-100psi is good 60-80 is optimal. 50ft to start then 25ft
fire/ice
direct the stream __ft in from on manhole so it can flow in. when operations are complete run water for __Seconds to flush the nozzle.
1ft in front of manhole, 30sec to flush nozzle
Chauffeur selection
__yrs minimum, __hrs of company training, not including emergency response. Who selects who goes to chauffeur school. who selects seated chauffeurs?
3yrs min, 5hrs company training.
company commander with aid from officers select who goes. company commander selects seated chauffeurs
the bridge manual is ___ and the risk management guide is ___. which do we use and which is for chiefs?
bridge manual is green, and risk management guide is red and for chiefs.
when can the red danger tape be entered?
to save a life or if authorized by IC or sector chief
you are cutting a roof and there is a white powder, what does it mean, who do you notify, and what do you do?
gypsum roof, notify IC, and evacuate the roof
what are the 3 exceptions to donning the highway safety vests?
where are they marked?
1- involved in firefighting
2-involved in technical rescue
3-hazmat ops
marked with black permanent marker on inside of vest centered on lower reflective stripe
Pass it on program
who can submit? and does units or individuals get identified?
The IC whenever they deem appropriate, IC is LT’s and above. in positive situations you can identify units or individuals. it would be inappropriate to identify in other situations like accidents, injuries, ect.
car accident
how are should you stay from side, driver, passenger air bags?
5-10-20 rule
5” from side
10” from driver
20’from passenger
where should the hurst power unit be placed in reference to the vehicle
front or rear
T/F
at a car accident when people are trapped, when a fire or hazardous condition exist upon arrival , stretching and charging a hose line is paramount. Consider a foam handline.
True
At a car accident, should the engine split up into 2 teams?
yes, officer and two CFR members bring cfr equipment for the victims. the remaining members stretch and charge a precautionary line
to stabilize a car where do you put the chocks?
can you right a car with a victim inside?
chocks go behind front tire and in front of rear tires, never right a car with a victim inside.
what 4 tools will remove a windshield
1- windsheild saw
2- sawzall
3-beluga auto glass knife
4- axe (last resort)
upside down or vehicle on its side, how do you enter?
when cutting the hinges which hinge do you cut first (top/bottom)?
enter thru front or rear window after properly stabilizing
cut top hinge first
when driving a tiller, the LCC does not accelerate unit you are # ladder lengths into the street.
3
a civilian comes the fire house and alleges you caused an accident. what do you do?
tell them to call the comptroller and take a mark in the journal
which of the following are incidents:
apparatus fire
damage to apparatus (tree falling on it)
damage discovered during routine inspection
damage to civilian vehicle caused by properly parked rig operating at alarms
properly parked rig struck by another rig
damage caused by vandalism
allegation rig caused damage to civilian vehicle or property
all are incidents not collisions
what is defined as a major collision
significant damage to rig or civilian vehicle or life threatening injuries or death to member or civilian
what is the primary obligation upon being in a collision?
preventing it from increasing in magnitude
T/F
one lane blocked or motorist temporarily inconvenienced will warrant moving vehicles
FALSE
accident markings:
how do you mark location of tires?
where do you mark a tractor trailer?
T shape for tires
tractor trailer mark the 6 corners (not the rear of the cab)
acccidents
CD-19 forwarded within __hrs of accident by who?
CD-19 within 96hrs by operating officer
*more than 1 CD-19 needed if more than 1 apparatus, more than 1 civilian vehicle involved, more then 2 civilian pedestrians or bicyclists involved.
When is a MV-104 needed?
if collision resulted in death, personal injury, damage over $1,000 to property of 1 person, or if dollar amount could not be estimated.
LSR
how long? it has a __lbs working load? it has a __lbs breaking strength. shrinks __-__ft. loses __% of strength when wet. It loses strength when heated to __degrees and melts at __degrees. __-__% of strength lost due to hockle
150ft long 600lbs working load 9,000lbs breaking strength shrinks 8-10ft loses 15% of strength when wet loses strength at 300 degrees melts at 482 degrees 40-50% loss due to hockle
LSR
how many turns around the gate?
when repacking make a __ft circle in the ___direction.
when packing in bag start at the ___corner and pack in a ___direction. Can it be used without an antichaffing device?
4 turns around the gate
4ft clockwise circle when preparing to repack
front left corner and counterclockwise when repacking
do not use without antichaffing device
Training rope
how long? what color bag and what color lettering?How many slides max? Max training of __stories high. Do you need a training mat?
100ft long yellow with black letters 200 slides (100 on each end) 3 stories high always need a landing mat
Personal harness, who is responsible for maintenance?
the member
PSS
how long is the rope? can you take certain parts OOS, or if one part is damaged the whole unit goes OOS?
50ft rope
if any component of PSS shows signs of heat exposure, the whole unit is OOS
If a generator is used to power portable lights, how long of a cord is used?
water proof connections are good up to __ft of water.
50ft or less
3ft of water for water proof connections
Chainsaw
can it be used for overhaul at structural fires?
how large is the circle of danger and who is allowed in?
Pull in occurs when?
do not cut above ___height.
when going up hill where does blade face? downhill?
not for overhaurl, except pier fires 10ft RADIUS circle of danger operator and guide pull in when bottom of chain stops do not cut above CHEST height Blade faces downhill
if the teleprinter fails how will you be dispatched? what if this fails?
how long to acknowledge the voice alarm
teleprinter-voice alarm-phone
20seconds to acknowledge
ARCS
does a duplex repeater system support multiple transmissions?
who turns the arcs system on?
do NOT support multiple transmissions
1st ladder turns ARCs system on
Hurricane storm procedures
should you consider drafting in flooded areas?
where do you walk when walking in flooded area?
driving thru water depth of not more than __”, __” for hi-axle vehicles
yes consider drafting in flooded areas
walk close to building line
18” for normal rigs, 50” for hi-axle vehicles
t/f
hurricane/storm procedures
recon teams should engage in extrication and rescue activity.
false
can you wear bunker gear in flooded areas
NO
what is considered swift water?
at a water rescue does the assisting engine enter the water?
swift water is faster than 1 knot
assisting engine does CFR-D, does not enter water
hurricane storm procedures
what is the primary means of communication?
contingency? alternative? emergency?
PACE primary - dars alternative - 800 mhz radio contingency - cell phones emergency - department radio
If notified by fleet services that a rig is ready to be picked up after __hrs. wait until 1800 to go and get it.
1500 hrs
Air support plan
who will direct members on/off the aircraft?
what tools do you bring?
what channel to talk to cops?
how many trips does the helicopter take and who is on each trip?
pilot, crew chief, esu
tools- SCBA w/1hr cylinders, bolt cutters, 2 sets of irons, 2 search ropes, 1 rabbit tool
channel 13 tac U
2 trips, 1st is HRRC, officer, and inside team, 2nd trip - LCC, OV, Roof
EDP
t/f if EDP is on scene call a batt to respond.
should you attempt to restrain EDP?
T- have batt respond
do not attempt to restrain, unless threat of physical harm to members
*if EDP is locked in apartment with smoke force the door, no smoke wait for PD and force door at their request
Satellite Watter
can a satellite apparatus pump water?
what makes up the satellite unit?
how big of a water main is recommended?
does not pump
1 pumper and 1 satellite apparatus = satellite unit
12” main or bigger, if on less then 12” main augment the supply or go to another hydrant
*primary purpose is to supply a dependable high volume or water
PPF
which stair well is the 1st consideration?
when is the evacuation stair pressurized?
when is stairwell pressurization most effective?
how far back are the fans placed and at what angle?
attack stair is 1st consideration
evacuation stair is pressurized in sequential ventilation
most effective with done simultaneous with fire attack
4-6ft back at 80degree angle
PPF
how many stairwell doors can be left open?
1 fan can pressurize __floors, 2 fans can pressurize __floors.
Vent group roof will open bulkhead until smoke clears, approx __seconds.
if CO levels are between __-__ppm the fans will not be effective
3 stair well doors can be left open 1 fan - 10 floors 2 fans - 40 floors 60sec fore smoke to clear 0-60ppm of CO fans will not be effective
positive pressure mechanical ventilation
exhaust opening should be (close/distant) to fire and as (high/low) as possible. the exhaust opening should be ___the size of the opening for fans. operate at an __degree angle, but may have to be further back than the 4-6ft
exhaust opening CLOSE to fire and as HIGH as possible
exhaust opening double the size as the opening for the fans. operate at 80 degree angle
the box fan for negative pressurization is set back ____ ft and at a ___degree angle
6-8ft back 30 degree angle
Bereavement leave
is granted when do dies?
how many tours and starting when?
granted for spouse, domestic partner, child, brother, sister, relative living in house
starts 0900 following time of death, 2-6x’s or 2-9x’s and 1 6x.
define:
hazing
bullying
hazing - initiation or “rite of passage”
bullying - exclude or reject member from group
who immediately reports hazing?
any member witnessing it
social media
can you reveal the department affiliation of others?
can you contact a patient via social media to see how they are doing?
can NOT reveal department affiliation
can NOT contact patients
search rope
how longs, how much does it shrink, how apart are directional knots, how far apart are distance knots?
where do you tie off, keep rope __-__ft off the ground? which units will maintain unit integrity and perform with all members? when entering or leaving on a search rope which hand stays on the rope?
200ft possible to shrink 25ft directional knots 18" apart distance knots 6" apart tie off to a substantial, non-movable object in a clear safe environment 1-2ft off the ground units other then 1st alarm will maintain integrity right hand on rope
PSS
T/F
if used only as a last resort, must also transmit a mayday.
true
How far over the edge does the antichaffing device go?
when using the LST with personal harness can you keep the bowline on a bit?
5” over edge
must untie bowline on a bit when using personal harness
LPG is it light or heavier than gas? is it nontoxic and poisonouns? what distance from front or rear, sides? 1 cubic foot of propane with expancd \_\_\_times
heavier than air (1.5-2 times)
nontoxic and nonpoisonous
1000ft from front and rear, 500ft from sides
will expand 270times
LPG
t/f increase in fire and or noise is a sign of tank failure and will also have blistering.
false, increase in fire and or noise is a sign of tank failure. may or may not have blistering
compressed natural gas cars will have a placard where with what number?
rear bumper #1971
*if fire dept permit is reqired then placard is on both front and rear
match the following
A-Truck 1-cargo manifest
B-Railroad car 2- air bill
c-airplane 3-waybill
D-Ship 4- bill of lading
Truck - bill or lading
railroad car - waybill
airplane - air bill
ship - cargo manifest
CO
auto ignition is at ___degrees
explosive range is beween __-__%.
when do you recommend evacuation, when is mandatory evacuation?
what is the difference between and incident and an emergency?
how do you mark a CO Meter?
1128degrees and explosive range is 12.5-74%
9-99ppm recommend evacuation
100ppm or greater is mandatory evacuation
incident is 9ppmm or less and no symptoms
emergency is more than 9ppm or symptoms
do no mark with marker us tape or sticker
CPC units
T/F- trained in level “A” and “B” suits but cannot perform mitigation. Need 5 trained members, 2 entry, 2 backup and 1 decon. if 1 member does down for unknown reason, other member leaves immediately. A single entry team will be able to remove 1-2 victims
TRUE
The safe area of refuge is in what zone?
warm zone
roving a victims clothing can remove __% of the contaminant.
90%
MASS Decon
2 1/2” line with fog nozzle, psi between __-__. 2 handlines will be __-__ft apart. if using 2 pumpers they will be __ft apart with panels facing the (outside/inside) Tower ladders will use what nozzle?
handlines 25-30ft apart, psi is between 50-80psi
2 pumpers 25ft apart with panels facing the outside
TL will use the turbomaster nozzle
Soc ladders need who to be trained to start a tour?
1 officer and 3 members
a trench of __ft deep or more needs a ladder, ramp, or stairway. No more then __ft of travel between ramps, ladders, or stairways.
4ft deep needs the ladder, ramp, or stairway
no more then 25ft between them
Chemical suicide
t/f- sense of smell will become desensitized so do not rely on it. Remove patient from hazardous environment. Ventilate as soon as you enter. stretch and chard a hoseline primarily for decon and use copious amounts of water after removing patients clothing.
all good expect, vent prior to entering
a decon engine needs how many trained members?
1 officer and 3 members
UPS biodetecting ops
what is the mission at a BDS incident?
BDS analysis take as long as __min, the letter will continue through facility
who is responsible for primary and secondary searches
mission is to perform triage, treatment, and decon
90min for analysis
USPS is responsible for primary and secondary search
USPS BDS
t/f usps will determine groups 1, 2, 3. group 1 does not need decon and groups 2 and 3 FDNY will decon
TRUE
Fentanyl
T/F treatment should never take place in area of suspected exposure
administer narcan for respirator rate of less than __per min
contaminated bunker gear should (be lightly wetted/left dry)before removal
TRUE
less than 10 respiration per min
lightly wet bunker gear
Lithium storage system
1-t/f can reignite hours to days later
2-stay out a __ft (radius/diameter) from containers or cabinets. ___ft from exhaust fans
3-when do you charge a supply line?
1-true
2-50ft radius from cabinets or containers, 100ft from exhaust fans
3- rising temp of bat or modules charge the line
*TIC may not pick up heat signature
T/F
for CIDS the following are mandatory:BWSTRG, CFRH, MJALT, PG, REHAB, MEGA
(what do they mean)
TRUE BWSTRG- bowstring truss CFRH- cfr hold MJALT- major alteration PG- Pre-incident guidelines REHAB- rehabilitated MEGA- mega high rise over 800'
T/F
any officer can submit or revise a CIDS entry
false, only the admin company
Post radio
keep __ft away from a transmitting post radio
2ft
PCB’s
when members are exposed to __ppm or higher, they shall be deconned.
50ppm
which goes on first when getting dressed for a fire, the hood or the HT?
who makes sure that members where proper PPE?
who makes sure that members gear is cleaned?
HT
chief and company officers
members make sure their gear gets cleaned
at a major aircraft emergency what is the FDNY primary function?
what color and shapes are “black boxes”
primary function is ensuring an adequate delivery of water
black boxes are yellow and spherical (sun) or
red/international orange and rectangular
photo voltaic electrical systems:
do they produce electricity at night?
can you use foam?
a fog nozzle at a __degree spray pattern is best
do not produce at night
do not use foam
fog nozzle at 30degrees
if a reunification of an animal is not possible with owner who do you contact?
Animal care center via dispatch
flashover will occur in temps in excess of ___degrees
1100
T/F
fire and/or smoke venting downward, horizontal, or pulsing indicated a wind impacted fire
true
Power saws what is the oil to gas ratio? how big is the circle of danger? when is cutting in a vertical position allowed? can you use a saw on a portable ladder?
2.6oz of oil to 1 gallon of can
20ft radius for circle of danger
vertical position when direct order and direct supervision of officer
on portable ladder when there is no other alternative
Power Saw
what does 1,2,3 slaps on the back mean?
can the diamond blade cut wood? cut it cut wet or dry? how much less sparks, it will outlast how many abrasive discs?
1 slap- stop, 2 slaps-cut, 3 slaps-shut down saw
diamond blade can cut wood (not recommended), can cut wet or dry, 90% less sparks, will outlast 150 abrasive discs
