QUEENS 10

Question 1

n emergency roll call, how should the company officer respond to the Roll Call Officer when called?

A: State the number of FFs they responded with and accounting only for the members within sight or hearing without using the HT

B: State the number of FFs they responded with and accounting only for the members within sight or hearing using the HT

C: Account only for the members within sight

D: State the number of FFs they responded with and have the Roll Call Officer contact each FF individually

Answer 1

A Explanation:
The Roll Call Officer will contact the other members of the company who are under functional supervision
Comm Ch 9 add 2 sec 1.4

Question 2

Question 2:
An Engine Company Lieutenant conducting drill would be most correct to state that the Nolan Rail Cart will be assigned to respond when requested by the Incident Commander and at a railroad incident upon transmission of?

A: Signal 7-5 (All Hands) “Doubtful” or greater alarm

B: 2nd or greater alarm

C: Signal 10-75 or greater alarm

D: 3rd or greater alarm

Answer 2

A Explanation:
Signal 7-5 (All Hands) “Doubtful” or greater alarm for a Railroad Incident at NYC Transit, Amtrak, Long Island Railroad, Staten Island Rapid Transit, Metro North, and PATH transit systems.
AUC 207 Add 19 4.1

Question 3

Question 3:
During company drill, the senior FF made several points about the EAB on the H/T. You corrected the FF in which choice?

A: Within range, the company, position, and name of the member who pressed the EAB displays in the EFAS

B: H/T power is increased from 2 watts to 5 watts

C: The 5 digit internal radio code, preceded by the letters “EM” is displayed on the LCD screen of the FAST radio

D: To reset an EAB, depress and hold the EAB for approximately 2 seconds until a reset tone is heard

Answer 3

C Explanation:
7 digits
Comm Ch 9 add 4 pages 1-2

Question 4

Question 4:
An officer conducting drill on FDNY collapse operations was incorrect in which comment?

A: Safety at the scene of a collapse is the single most important consideration during the operation.

B: Do not enter any danger zones except to save life.

C: At all explosions and major collapses, SOC Units shall ensure the immediate area is monitored for the presence of biological and chemical agents.

D: Stretch hoselines to protect the entire collapse area. Ensure a 3½” hoseline is stretched for tower ladder use.

Answer 4

C Explanation:
At all explosions and major collapses, SOC Units shall ensure the immediate area is monitored for the presence of radiological/chemical agents. (Biological agents are unable to be monitored in real time).
Collapse 4.4

Question 5

Question 5:
Upon arrival to a possible chemical suicide incident, all of the following operational procedures are correct except?

A: Stretch a charged hoseline with a fog nozzle attached, primarily for extinguishing small fires

B: Ventilate the vehicle or occupancy prior to entering

C: Avoid disturbing the container, generally found in a bucket, as it may increase chemical mixing and poisonous gas emissions

D: Transmit 10-80-1 if first to arrive

Answer 5

A Explanation:
Primarily for decontamination; the line can also be used for vapor dispersal and fire suppression in case of ignition or explosion
Haz Mat Ch 11 page 2

Question 6

Question 6:
While supervising a team search in a large commercial area, your Can FF reports a “10-45” discovered off of a location on the kernmantle search rope with four knots spaced approximately 6 inches apart. You know this member is approximately how far into the fire area where the search rope was deployed in a straight path with minimal tie off points?

A: 75 feet

B: 100 feet

C: 125 feet

D: 150 feet

Answer 6

B

TB Rope 6 3.1-3.3

Question 7

Question 7:
All of the following statements about standpipe and sprinkler operations at HRFPMD fire are correct except?

A: If more than one handline is stretched, then a second 3 ½ line shall be stretch to augment the standpipe system

B: There are indications that the standpipe system is not receiving enough water volume or pressure such as, HT transmissions from the engine officer, IC, or readings on pump panel flow meter

C: Anytime the Siamese is being supplied and an engine officer or the IC communicates there is not enough water pressure, the engine officer shall communicate to the IC the flow meter reading

D: Sprinkler Siamese should be supplied when sprinklers are located in the fire area or an adjacent area

Answer 7

C

MDs page 72…… ECC supplying the Siamese shall communicate to the IC the flow meter reading

Question 8

Question 8:
When broken, lost or stolen, who will provide units with a loaner custodian hydrant wrench (spare) until a new one is secured from Technical Services?

A: the Battalion

B: the Division

C: the unit designated the SCBA depot

D: the local Foam Depot

Answer 8

B Explanation:
Each Division shall have three (3) wrenches on hand as spares and marked as such. When broken, lost or stolen, the Division will provide a loaner wrench (spare) to the unit until a new one is secured from Technical Services. Upon receipt of the new wrench, the unit will return the spare to the issuing Division.
Eng 6.9.4

Question 9

Question 9:
For a cellar fire in a Rowframe, the second handline should do all of the following except?

A: Back up the first hoseline

B: Stretch into the cellar via the outside cellar entrance to extinguish the fire if the first handline couldn’t advance down the interior cellar stairs due to the intensity of the fire

C: Extinguish fire on all floors above the fire while the first handline is still trying to control the cellar fire

D: Extinguish fire on all floors above the fire if the first handline has control of the cellar fire

Answer 9

C Explanation:
Cellar fire must be controlled by the first handline
Also, Intervening floors shall be checked for fire on the way to top floor. A member must be stationed on the landing to warn of any fire that may break out below them
Brownstone and Rowframes page 48

Question 10

Question 10:
In the event multiple incidents have transpired simultaneously in NYC’s under river rail system, FDNY’s “Rebreather” unit response may be greatly compromised. For extended operations into a tunnel with a distance of up to ______ from the point of entry, consider using SOC units with their supplied air cart and hose.

A: 100 feet

B: 200 feet

C: 300 feet

D: 400 feet

Answer 10

C

URR 8.3.2

Question 11

Question 11:
Upon arrival to a ship fire tied to the dock, the IC orders your company to board the vessel to locate and shut down the fuel oil valve to control the fuel leak. You, the company officer tell your members to look for what color valve wheel below deck?

A: Light Blue

B: Green

C: Yellow

D: Red

E: Orange

Answer 11

D Explanation:
Marine Manual sec 1.8.5
A-Fresh Water
B-Salt Water
C-Lube Oil
E -Air

Question 12

Question 12:
CFR-D Units should know that sharps containers shall be replaced when ______ full?

A: 1/4

B: 1/2

C:3/4

D: totally

Answer 12

C Explanation:
CFR-D Manual Chapter 3 sec 12.13.2
When 3/4 full, properly close, seal prior to removal and place in a double red bag or infectious waste container for removal

Question 13

Question 13:
The length of all of the following portable ladders in the closed position are correct except?

A: 35 foot ladder when closed is 20 feet

B: 24 foot ladder when closed is 14 feet

C:14 foot ‘A’ Frame when closed is 7 feet

D: 10 foot Folding/Scissor when closed is 9 feet

Answer 13

D Explanation:
11 feet
Ladders 1 sec 1.1

Question 14

Question 14:
You should correct a member offering which incorrect advice to a probationary firefighter disinfecting her SCBA regulator?

A: Spray a minimum of 6 full pumps of 70% Isopropyl Alcohol into the regulator opening.

B: Allow for 15 minutes of contact time to disinfect prior to rinsing.

C: The inside of the regulator must be thoroughly rinsed after applying the alcohol. Rinse regulator with drinking water using a spray bottle or softly running water.

D: Alcohol and water should only be applied to the regulator surface and exhalation port; not into the spray bar ports.

Answer 14

B Explanation:
Allow for 10 minutes of contact time to disinfect prior to rinsing.
TB SCBA Add 5 1.5, 1.6

Question 15

Question 15:
Safety is always a concern at all types of structural fires especially OLT fires. Select the incorrect safety concern at OLT fires

A: It is dangerous for more than one or two members to use tools at the same time in a small area, such as rooms in OLTs

B: When performing overhaul operations, all members must wear their Department issued PPE including bunker coat, bunker pants, bunker boots, helmets, protective hoods and gloves.

C: Holes in the floor are generally small and must be protected, generally by placing a door over them

D : Hanging ends of cable such as electric (BX), telephone and coaxial television shall be pushed up out of the way. Loops of cable hanging down shall be secured near the ceiling

Answer 15

D Explanation:
B. Recent update
D. Hanging ends of cable such as electric (BX), telephone and coaxial television shall be secured near the ceiling. Loops of cable hanging down shall pushed up out of the way
Ladders 3 sec 8

Question 16

Question 16:
An officer should know that any member who becomes involved in any criminal proceeding, or in civil proceedings involving any governmental agency, shall immediately forward a report recording all pertinent information to?

A: the Borough Commander

B: the Chief of Operarions

C: the Bureau of Personnel

D: BITS

Answer 16

C Explanation:
The member shall forward a separate report for each subsequent or continued appearance and said report shall include adjournment date or the certificate of disposition of the proceedings.
Regs 25.4.3

Question 17

Question 17:
Who designates the attack stair when two staircases are present in a LRFPMD?

A: First Ladder in consultation with the First engine

B: First arriving Engine

C: First Engine in consultation with the Second Engine

D: First Ladder only

Answer 17

D Explanation:
MDs 7.7

Question 18

Question 18:
Any Fire Department unit experiencing a problem with the NYC Transit repeater system shall notify?

A: the Borough Commander via the chain of command

B: the Public Transportation Safety Unit (PTSU) via telephone

C: the Public Transportation Safety Unit (PTSU) via letterhead report

D: the Borough Communications Office via Department radio

Answer 18

D Explanation:
Notify the Borough Communications Office via Department radio and advise the Dispatcher of the problem, including the exact location or station.
AUC 207 Add 16 6

Question 19

Question 19:
In Private Dwellings, areas unsupported by columns with spans greater than ______ feet are generally an indication that lightweight construction is present

A: 10

B: 20

C: 25

D: 30

Answer 19

C

PDs ch 6

Question 20

Question 20:
Members discussing the “single slide” lifesaving rope evolution were incorrect in which comment made during drill?

A: When using a vertical object, such as a chimney, allow the rope to remain at the middle of the object, as the object will be at optimum strength at this point.

B: The actual length of the lifesaving rope may be less than the nominal length of 150 feet due to natural shrinkage after several years in the field. Over a period of time some ropes have shrunk as much as 8 to 10 feet.

C: After making the required turns around the hook of the life belt, do not release the right hand from the rope for any reason.

D: The imaginary line from the substantial object to the planned point of descent should be as close to perpendicular as possible to the roof’s edge.

Answer 20

A Explanation:
When using a vertical object, such as a chimney, allow the rope to drop to the base, close to the roof. The object should be at optimum strength at this point.
Evol 29 Notes

Question 21

Question 21:
Choose the incorrect example when the IC (Chief or Company Officer) should consider ordering an exterior hoseline operated into a cellar window to allow for a quick knockdown when there will be a delay in applying water from the interior or whenever fire conditions dictate.

A: Unable to locate cellar entrance

B: Unable to quickly access or locate a secondary cellar entrance and unable to advance down the interior cellar stair

C: At a serious or advanced cellar fire

D: At a cellar fire involving balloon frame construction

Answer 21

D Explanation:
Lightweight construction
PDs Ch 3 sec 2.6

Question 22

Question 22:
Two Captains discussing apparatus collisions and discipline were correct when they agreed that a Supervisory Conference between the ”unit commander” and a chief officer from the unit commander’s assigned battalion will take place when an assigned lieutenant is involved in?

A: a second preventable collision in a 12 month period.

B: a third collision in an 18 month period.

C:a third preventable collision in an 18 month period.

D: a third collision in a 24 month period.

Answer 22

C Explanation:
A) A second preventable collision in a 12 month period will result in a Supervisory Conference with a chief officer from the officer’s assigned battalion (in this case, between the Lieutenant and the Chief).
B) Remember, it must be a “preventable” collision.
C) Also, a report shall be forwarded to the Chief of Operations with recommendations for reassignment of the officer for a 60 day period.
SB 56 Add 4 3.2, 3.3

Question 23

Question 23:
A check of the Tower Ladder intercom system shall be made when?

A: Daily and at the initial stages of placing the Tower Ladder into operation.

B:T ourly and at the initial stages of placing the Tower Ladder into operation.

C: Daily and at the final stages of placing the Tower Ladder into operation.

D: Tourly and at the final stages of placing the Tower Ladder into operation.

Answer 23

B xplanation:
TL Ch 1 sec 1.5
A test of the intercom system shall be made each tour and at the initial stages of placing the Tower Ladder into operation.

Question 24

Question 24:
Members performing Ventilation for Search at a fire operation would be correct in all of the following except?

A: The Ladder Company Officer shall be notified when a search team enters to conduct standard search procedures; this notification is not necessary when entering from the exterior to conduct a search for a known life hazard.

B: Prior to venting the window for access, the member must determine if the ventilation profile indicates that the area may be tenable for search and does not pose a high risk to the member.

C: Once a decision has been made and approval has been granted to enter, the member should clear out the window for access and be cognizant that a new flow path has been created.

D: After venting and entering, the priority action for the member is to isolate the area by closing a door before conducting the search (VEIS).

Answer 24

A Explanation:
The Ladder Company Officer shall be notified when a search team enters from the exterior to conduct a search for a known life hazard or when they are entering to conduct standard search procedures.
Vent 12.6

Question 25

Question 25:
The CD-19 collision report shall be forwarded by the apparatus operator/Officer within what time frame of the apparatus collision/incident?

A: 96 hours/4 days

B: 24 hours/1 day

C: 36 hours

D: 48 hours/2 days

E: 72 hours/3 days

Answer 25

A

SB 56 sec 10.1

Question 26

Question 26:
When assigned at an incident, the FAST Group Supervisor should be advised of all units under their command. If a Chief Officer is not available initially, who may temporarily be designated the FAST Group Supervisor?

A: any available Officer

B: the FAST Unit Officer

C: any available Captain

D: a SOC Unit Officer

Answer 26

D

MMID Ch 5 2.2.3

Question 27

Question 27:
The ultimate responsibility for seat belt use lies with who?

A: Officer on duty

B: Captain

C: Chief

D :Each person riding in a vehicle

Answer 27

D Explanation:
The ENFORCMENT of the seat belt policy is the responsibility of the Chief and Company Officers
Make sure you study this bulletin……. seat belts is a hot topic
SB 67 sec 3.1.2

Question 28

Question 28:
The Captain of a Staten Island Engine was incorrect in which statement made regarding Engine Company brush fire operations?

A: Streams should be directed at the burning brush, not at the flames burning above the brush.

B: Fires burning on hillsides will burn rapidly towards the top of the hill. Have units attack the fire from the top of the hill.

C: Bypass stumps, trees, and other smoldering items inside the burned-out area until the fire is controlled and sufficient staffing is available for final extinguishment.

D: Attempting to break-up heat waves by using a water curtain is generally ineffective. Instead, utilize streams to apply water directly onto exposures.

Answer 28

B Explanation:
Fires burning on hillsides will burn rapidly towards the top of the hill. Have units positioned on streets at the top of the hill to protect exposures but attack the fire from the bottom of the hill and work upward.
AUC 151 5.4.13-5.4.17

Question 29

Question 29:
When using the “Can Card” to purchase gasoline for tools, saws, etc., what number should be entered for the odometer reading?

A: Apparatus/Vehicle odometer number

B: Leave blank

C: 11111

D: 99999

Answer 29

D Explanation:
2005 LTs exam
Requisitions & Payroll Ch 1 sec 1.7.4
Don’t give up this bulletin

Question 30

Question 30:
To maintain stability when used in the portable base, the Akron New Yorker Multiversal is designed with a safety stop where?

A:35 degrees below horizontal

B: 35 degrees above horizontal

C: 15 degrees above horizontal

D: 90 degrees below horizontal

Answer 30

B Explanation:
The New Yorker Multiversal is designed with a safety stop at 35 degrees above horizontal to maintain stability when used in the portable base. Do not release the elevation stop and operate below that point unless the unit is secured in the truck mount fixture, or is securely restrained by ropes. No operation below the horizontal shall be attempted unless the unit is secured in the truck mount.
TB Tools 17 2.1 Note

Question 31

Question 31:
There are nine classifications that the Department of Transportation uses to classify chemicals according to their major hazardous characteristics. What classification number describes “Corrosives”

A: 2

B: 4

C: 6

D: 8

Answer 31

D

Haz Mat Ch 2 sec 2

Question 32

Question 32:
Segmental Arch Floors, found in Newer Cast-iron loft buildings as well as some Mill construction, should not be breached for fear of causing a general floor collapse spanning a wide area. In most cases, lightweight cinder concrete was used to level arches in segmental arch floors and later as a floor construction material. Lightweight cinder concrete used coal cinders as an aggregate. Cinders delivered in New York contained?

A: 50 to 75 percent unburned coal

B: 5 to 10 percent unburned coal

C: 10 to 35 percent unburned coal

D: 1 to 2 percent unburned coal

Answer 32

C

Lofts 5.2.1

Question 33

Question 33:
Which of the following is least correct in reference to patient care in the pre-hospital setting ?

A:A nursing home does not have to utilize the New York State out of hospital DNR form

B: A Living Will is valid in the pre-hospital setting and members should adhere to the specifications of such

C: A Health Care Proxy gives a third party the authority to make medical decisions on the patient’s behalf

D: A DNR Order is only an order not to perform cardio-pulmonary resuscitation. It is not a reason to withhold other treatments such as supplemental oxygen

Answer 33

B Explanation:
CFR-D Manual Chapter 2
A. 6.2.3
B. A Living Will is not valid in the pre-hospital setting for pre-hospital emergency care. 6.3.2
C. 6.4.1
A Health Care Proxy is not valid in the pre-hospital setting for pre-hospital emergency care 6.4.2
D. 6.2.1 A

Question 34

Question 34:
All of the following are indicative of a Class “E” High Rise office building built before 1945 except?

A: Structural steel components are encased in concrete.

B: Exterior walls are substantially tied to all floors.

C: Normally steam heated.

D: Exterior windows are usually not openable.

Answer 34

D xplanation:
Exterior windows are openable.
HROB 2.2.3, 2.2.5, 2.2.7, 2.2.9

Question 35

Question 35:
Indications of a cellar fire in Private Dwellings can be found in all of the following except?

A: Smoke pushing from a chimney (especially during warmer weather)

B: High heat and heavy smoke with no visible fire on the first floor

C: Very hot floorboards on the first floor or smoke showing from baseboard areas on the first floor

D: Smoke from attic windows or louvered vents (especially in older homes with platform frame construction}

Answer 35

D Explanation:
Balloon Frame Construction
PDs ch 3 sec 2.2

Question 36

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Question 36:
During a recent drill on Brownstone buildings, a covering Queens Lieutenant corrected one of her members who made which incorrect comment?

A: In many buildings converted to Multiple Dwellings, fire escapes were added or sprinklers installed in the interior halls in lieu of secondary means of egress. In this case, most brownstones will have fire escapes.

B: The need for 10-foot hooks, to pull ceilings on the second floor (parlor floor), may exist in some Brownstone buildings.

C: Ceilings on the second floor (parlor floor) have much ornamental plasterwork; often in the center and around the perimeter of the room.

D: There is normally a rear entrance from the yard to the first floor (basement).

Answer 36

A Explanation:
In many buildings, when they were converted to Multiple Dwellings, fire escapes were added or sprinklers were installed in the interior halls in lieu of secondary means of egress. Sprinkler lines were further extended into individual rooms when buildings were converted to Rooming Houses. The presence of these sprinklers may indicate the absence of a fire escape. Most brownstones, however, do not have fire escapes.
Bwst 2.2.3-2.2.7

Question 37

Question 37:
Choose the incorrect statement when using the Aerial Ladder for ventilation

A: When venting for extinguishment, aim at upper window panels, just above the sash, and exert lateral pressure to ensure all glass has been removed

B: Only a slight extension through the window is required

C: Avoid striking the ceiling with ladder, which could bind or damage the ladder

D: When operating at an extreme angle, just lower the ladder so that the inside beam breaks the window

Answer 37

A Explanation:
Under no circumstances shall ventilation of windows be effected by exerting lateral pressure with the ladder. Ventilation shall only be performed by extending the ladder through the window or by lowering the ladder into the window
Ladders 2 sec 4.6

Question 38

Question 38:
NYC-owned transformers classified as “NON-PCB” (0-49 PPM PCB), can be identifed as having letters & striping on?

A: an orange background

B: a yellow background

C: a blue background

D:a white background

Answer 38

C AUC 266 Add 3 1.5.5 C

Question 39

Question 39:
During an emergency roll call, company officers must maintain radio discipline to ensure unnecessary radio traffic. The only exceptions to maintaining radio discipline during this critical time can be found in all of the following except?

A: Called by the Roll Call Officer

B: You have to transmit a Mayday/Urgent of your own

C: You have critical information affecting the Mayday/Urgent

D: You have some information regarding the on-going operation

Answer 39

D Explanation:
CRITICAL INFORMATION
Know all four points
Comm Ch 9 add 2 sec 5

Question 40

Question 40:
According to FDNY’s taxpayer procedures, the inverted roof may be pitched in each of the following ways except?

A: from the front to the rear

B: from the front and rear to the center

C: from the rear and sides to the front

D: from the front, rear, and sides to the center

Answer 40

C Explanation:
How the roof is pitched is usually determined by the configuration of the building and the position of the drainage facilities. In most cases the HIGH portion of the cockloft is at the FRONT of the building.
Txpyr 5.3.3 A