Probation 121.10 Flashcards
Identify a local alarm.
An alarm to which a unit or units less in number then a Box Alarm respond to a reported emergency.
Identify a Box Alarm.
A fixed assignment consisting of 5 Engines, 2 Truck Companies, a Rescue Squad, and a BFC.
Identify a multiple alarm.
A request for additional companies.
Identify a special alarm.
An alarm that is requested by the incident commander of an emergency for a specific type of supporting unit or a definite number and type of unit.
Identify a Working Fire Dispatch.
An alarm consisting of an Engine Company, a Truck Company, a BFC, Safety Officer, Air Unit, Fire Investigation Unit, EMS Supervisor, and an Ambulance or Medic Unit.
Define a Needless or Accidental Alarm.
Alarms caused by smoke or steam scares, reflection, or where a mistake has been made (Good Intent)
Define a false alarm.
An alarm sent in willfully or knowingly false.
What must all Department Vehicles do at each and every stop sign or “red” traffic light when responding to alarms.
Stop until it is safe to proceed.
What are the guidelines regarding speed for responding units?
Engines: Max 50mph, 10mph over speed limit, 35 if unmarked.
Ambulance: Posted Speed Limit
Chains: 30 MPH
Explain the right-of-way at a street intersection for units responding to an alarm.
In order units are dispatched. Engines & Trucks BFC Rescue Squads EMS
Should headlights be used when responding to alarms?
Yes
When may members don their SCBA?
After arriving at the scene
Are members premitted to don SCBA while appartus is in motion without seat belts fastened?
No
What is the horn signals used between the driver and tiller person of Aerial Ladder Trucks?
1 - Stop
2- Go
3- Back Up
Probationer identification shall be worn where?
1/4 above the left brest pocket
When is PPE #1 and PPE #2 sent for cleaning?
#1 - January / June #2- July / December
Identify the phases of the “Emergency Mobilization Plan.”
Battalion Mob
Platoon Mob
Full Mob
Can members be relieved from duty when the Department is operating under the Emergency Mobilization Plan?
No unless approved
What will members of the off duty platoon be required to have with them when reporting for duty under the emergency mobilization plan?
Uniform, ID, EMS cards, PAT Tag, Drivers License, Go Bag, PPC
What the the hours of duty while operating under the emergency mobilization plan?
0700-0700 unless a 12 hour period is indicated
Name the Area Command used in our Department and what Battalions are assigned to each?
1 & 6
2&3
4&5
What information should the watch detail impart when an alarm is received?
Type of alarm Position Due Correct Address Assgined Tac Channel Any pertent information
On an alarm, when is the Personnel Accountability System implemented?
At time of dispatch
What is the purpose of the personnel accountability system?
Account for all firefighters operating within a hazard zone
The SOG Personnel Accountability Section states “THE FOLLOWING RULES WILL BE ADHERED TO AT ALL TIMES:” what are they?
The minimum crew operating in a hazard zone shall be two firefighters with at least one portable radio.
Crews always go in and come out together.
All personnel shall be in contact with their OIC by either Voice, Touch, or Sound
What are the 1st due engine’s responsibilities upon arriving at the scene of a reported fire?
Find and announce water supply, lay out to side A, Size up side A, strech a line to and extinguish fire.
What are the 2nd due engine’s responsibilities upon arriving at the scene of a reported fire?
Find and announce water supply, lay out to side C, Size up side C, strech a line to attack the fire. Check basement.
What are the 3rd due engine’s responsibilities on a box alarm?
Acknowldge and position at 2st due engine’s hydrant and ensure a continuse water supply. Report to side A to back up 1st due engine.
What are the 4th due engine’s responsibilities on a box alarm?
Acknowldge and position at 2nd engine’s water supply. Ensure a continouse water supply, report to side C to back up 2nd due engine.
How many levels of staging are there?
Three
I- 1st due Engine & Truck and 2nd due engine assume positions, all else stage in line of approch.
II- Respond to assgined staging location.
III- Respond to assgined staging location and report to Staging Officer.
What will the 1st and 2nd due engine companies and the first due truck company do in level I staging?
Lay out and / or report to assgined positions.
What is the primary purpose of the first due Engine on a know basement fire?
Prevent the fire from extending to the 1st floor by taking a position at the steps and, if able, closing the door or use water to cool the heated gases as they leave the basement.
Explain the difference between a MAYDAY, a PRIORITY, and a 10-33.
MAYDAY: Firefighter emergency
PRIORITY: Urgent message containing important information.
10-33: Request for immeadate police assistance.
Identify the four sides of a fire building and the quadrants within?
Clockwise starting with Address Side
SIDE A, B, C, D.
Quadrants starting from A - B Corrner.
Quadrant A, B, C, D, and E in the center.
Describe 5 characteristics of natural gas?
- Non Poisonous
- Can displace oxygen
- Lighter then Air
- Produces high radiant heat
- 1100-1200 degree ignition point
Describe a fire valve?
Raised operating stem inside a 2-1/2” pipe projecting about 12” above grade
Describe the operation of a fire valve?
Remove cap with hydrant wrench and turn head 1/4 turn clockwise.
Describe the operation of a curb stopcock valve?
Remove stopcock box cover and turn valve 1/4 turn with gas stopcock wrench.
Describe the operation of a curb gate valve?
Remove valve box top, turn handwheel or 2” square operating head clockwise until valve resists further turning.
What must a member do if they use a GO BAG on an actual incident?
Submit form 53.1 and a special report to the BFC SPC OPS
The expansion ration of propane gas is ______ to ______ and the vapor density is _______?
270: 1
1. 6
E85 fuel is a ________ flammable liquid.
Highly
Companies should always check what part of a vehicle during a fire?
Company officers should always check the trunk of the vehicle to ensure that it does not contain victems of a crime.
Electrical system capicitors hold stored energy which must be ___________ because there is a delay of _______ before the system is de-energized.
Dumped
5-10 min
Appartus should be positioned a minimum of ________ away from the involved vehicle, if appartus must be positioned towards the rear then it should be a distance of no less than ______.
50’
100’
The busses in the Metro Fleet contain ________ tanks that operate at __________ psi.
7 CNG
3600 psi
What is the minimum amount of time that a member can be charged AWOL?
1 hour and member may not work during any remaining portion of that hour.
Tardiness is defined as:
Any absence of up to 1 hour from duty which has not been approved.
A trial board will consist of how many officers and of what rank?
2 Captians
2 BFCs
To whom may a member appeal an adverse action to?
DC Office of Employee Appeals
Who may cancle streets drills?
Deputy Fire Chief of Operations
Who shall participate in house drills and inside enolutions of weekly drills?
All on-duty personel
Drills shal begin at __________ but shall not be held on ___________ and ___________?
1000hrs
Sundays and Holidays
What is the departments requirement regarding a members dress uniform?
A full dress uniform is to be kept at their assgined quarters at all times, cleaned and pressed.
What is the location and hours of operation of the Logistics Sections?
3170 V St NE
0700-1600 hrs
What must a member do in order to wear a non-issued helmet or boots?
Form 123 and inspected by Safety Officer
What must a member do when they believe an article of protective closthing is no longer service ready?
Contact the logistic section during normal busniess hours or contact safety office during non-busniess hours.
What is the Ready Alert Plan desgined to do?
Notify all on-duty FEMS personnel of any rapidly evolving event that may pose a threat to the city or in preperation of the Emergency Mobilization Plan
If a member is recalled under the mobilization plan what are his/hers responsibilities?
Report for duty at once
Enter Name, ID #, and Report/Relief times in the company journal.
If you are unable to reach your assigned duty station what shall you do?
Report the the closest fire station. Notify their assgined station or, if unable, notify their battilion headquarters.
