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1
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When battling a fire on the exterior of an EFIS-clad building, a knowledgeable officer should know which appliance has the greatest vertical reach (from the top of tip of the nozzle)

A

Tower Ladder Monitor

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As and Officer, you become aware of a member of your unit misusing and/ misappropriating the Department’s time. You would be correct to take which action?

A

Written notification to BITS

Acronym : IM MAC

Incompetence
Misconduct
Misuse 
Arrest 
Charges
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Company officers shall notify the next level of command when a detail from within the Borough does not arrive within ________ or a detail from another borough does not arrive in _________.

A
  1. 1 hr - same borough
  2. 2hr- another borough
    * or a member returns from a detail under the same conditions.
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FFP MD
3.2
Excite use caution when using ______ suction so as not to block out arriving ladder apparatus.

Which inlet should be used?

A
  1. Front suction (exercise caution)

2. Place the apparatus as close to park cars as possible and use the SIDE suction inlet.

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FFP MD
3.2

In most case, the first line is stretched via the interior stairs to the location of the fire. The purpose of this line is to protect the primary means of egress for occupants evacuating the building and to confine and extinguish the fire.

What would be the exception ?

A

When flames are issuing from window opening onto the fire escape and endangering people trying to come come down.

1st line- may be operated from the street to protect people on the fire escape.

2nd line- should be promptly stretched to the interior of the building.

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FFP MD
3.3

The ladder company officer or Forcible Entry Firefighter should carry the ________ in order to expedite entry into the many apartments which will be found in these buildings.

A

K-Tool

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FFP MD
3.3

Discretion should be used in the breaking of windows in apartments not involved in fire. Efforts should be made to open these windows _____’ from the top and _____ from the bottom to allow heat and smoke to vent and cool air to enter the room.

A

2/3 from the top 1/3 from the bottom.

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FFP MD
3.3

No material shall be thrown onto roofs of ________ or into _________.

A
  1. Roofs of building setbacks

Or

  1. Into Narrow Shafts.
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FFP MD
3.2

When can a roof line be used?

A
  1. Prevent fire from extending past the trench.
  2. To protect exposures.
  3. Extinguish fire that cannot be reached from below, such as fire in a CORNICE.
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FFP MD
3.3

When decision has been made to cut the roof, if possible the _____ side of the opening should be at _______ to the roof beams in order to provide venting if as many bays as possible.

A
  1. Long side of the opening

2. Right Angles to the roof beams

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FFP MD
3.3

When fire is on the top floor or in the cockloft, suffice t firefighters with hood must be sent to the top floor to pull ceilings, especially for the larger non-fireproof multiple dwellings.

It’s may be necessary to use :

A

Engine companies for this purpose or to special call additional ladder companies

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FFP MD- OLT
4.1.6

The absence of a fire escape on the front of an OLT will usually indicate that the apartments are :

A

Railroad flats

  • they have two entrance doors in the interior hall.
  • corner buildings may be exceptions to this general rule.
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FFP MD- OLT
4.1.2

At least _______ length of hose should be bought up to the fire floor and the ______ attached.

A
  1. First length of hose

2. Hose strap attached to prevent hose from slipping back down the well hole of the stairway.

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FFP MD- OLT: Cellar Fire

Where does the first line got at a cellar fire in an old law tenement ?

A

The first line is should be stretched To the cellar entrance door which is inside the building, under the interior stairway on the FIRST FLOOR.

This line should not be advanced down the cellar stairs if there is an OUTSIDE entrance to the cellar at the front or rear of the building, unless the fire is minor.

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FFP MD- OLT Cellar Fire
4.2.1

At a minor fire, can the first line be stretched down the basement stairs ?

A

Yes

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FFP MD- OLT Cellar Fire

The first line should not be advanced down the cellar stairs if there is an:

A

Outside entrance to the cellar at the FRONT OR REAR of the building, unless the fire is minor.

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FFP MD- OLT: Cellar Fires

Where is the second hose line stretched at an OLT with fire in the cellar?

A

The second line stretched should be advanced into the cellar by way of the front or rear entrance to the cellar

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Communications Ch 13 ARCS

True or False

Failure of the related system, for any reason, will also negate all communications on the repeater channel.

A

True

Note: Repeater systems also fail without warning. There will be NO AUDIBLE warning on the HT or VISUAL INDICATION in the lobby that the related system has failed or is on the verge of failing

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Communications Ch 13 ARCS

It’s is critical that members taking a proprietary radio _______________________________.

A

Perform a functional test with the Lobby Command Post Prior to departing.

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Communications Ch 13 ARCS

Will transmissions from proprietary handi-talkies appear on EFAS?

A

No.

EFAS does not have a scan function. It is programmed to FDNY specific frequencies only.

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Communications Ch 13 ARCS

To activate building ARCS, insert a ________ key into the DRC and rotate the one position CLOCKWISE.

A

1620 Key

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Communications Ch 13 ARCS

What is the Primary H/T building repeater channel?

A

Channel 11

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Communications Ch 13 ARCS

What is the Secondary H/T building repeater channel?

A

Channel 12

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Communications Ch 13 ARCS

Upon arrival of the 2nd Battalion Chief to operations Post, all members of the 1st ladder shall:

A

Return H/T’s to HT-1

Remember: prior to their arrival the 1st Ladder Officer will active the ARCs. Ensure a functional test prior to leaving the lobby and designate a FF or switch his/her HT to the building Primary duplex UHF repeater channel (channel 11)

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Communications Ch 13 ARCS

System fail:

As an officer what should you do if you experience an unusual period of silence and believe the ARCS system has failed

A

Prior to abandoning the use of an ARCS channel, Chief and Company Officers shall instruct units to RETURN TO A LOCATION WHERE PREVIOUS COMMUNICATION WAS SUCCESSFUL.

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Communications Ch 14

Who initiates contact first when a CFR unit arrives and an EMS unit is already on scene?

A

The CFR

Note: The unit arriving second will initiate contact

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Communications Ch 14

When are Fire personnel able to contact the EMS dispatcher via Fire apparatus?

A

Only to communicate CRITICAL INFORMATION

NOTE: use plain speak / no 10-codes

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AUC 5

Combination standpipe valve handles must be painted :

A

Yellow

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AUC 5

Dedicated sprinkler valve handles must be painted:

A

Green

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AUC 5

Who do you notify if a standpipe system is discovered to be Out of service during an operation/ inspection and no responsible party is present ?

A

Fire Marshals

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AUC 5

Street Festivals and outdoor gatherings :

Fire hydrants and fire alarm boxes shall be maintained free of signs or other articles or obstructions. The promoter of the event shall conspicuously mark a ________________

A

Solid Yellow circle 12 inches in diameter

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AUC 180

Only ______ can order the application of FireIce.

A

A Chief Officer

Note: This is normally after consulting with on-scene Con Edison supervisor.

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AUC 180

FireIce units will be designated by the letter suffix “__”

A

“ I “ Eg E290I

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AUC 180

FireIce is not effective on class ____ fires.

A

Class B

Never use on any type of transformer fire

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AUC 180

What is the optimal nozzle pressure for FireIce ?

A

60-80 psi

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AUC 180

Operating FireIce nozzle should start at a safe stand-off distance of _____ feet.

A

50 feet

37
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AUC 180

When using FireIce, direct the stream of solution to fall approximately ______ in front of the manhole opening and allow the product to flow into manhole.

A

1 foot

38
Q

AUC 180

The FireIce system is supplied by a ____ handline

A

1 3/4” handline

39
Q

AUC 180: FireIce

The product contains shall be placed at the point of the nozzle operation, ensuring that the _____ foot length of 3/4” hose is fully extended without any kinks.

A

25 foot length 3/4” hose

40
Q

AUC 180: FireIce

After operations flush the nozzle with fresh water for a minimum of ____ seconds

A

30

41
Q

AUC 200 : Winter Ops

Units encountering fro in Hydrants during operations or while inspectional activities shall place a _____ hydrant Disc and utilize the Hansen Hydrant application to report frozen hydrants for transmittal to the appropriate TA.

A

Yellow Hydrant Disc

42
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AUC 200 : Winter Ops

Units placing a yellow Disc on a hydrant not in their administrative area shall promptly notify who?

A

The Officer on Duty who is administratively responsible for the hydrant.

The notified officer shall enter the frozen hydrant information in the Hansen Hydrant Application

43
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AUC 200 : Winter Ops

Where buildings involved is HIGHER than 3 stories, presence shall be given to:

A

The Ladder Company Apparatus
Entering the block FIRST.

With the Engine personnel hand stretching from the nearest hydrant, if necessary

44
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AUC 200 : Winter Ops

Where building invokes is 3 stories or less, preference shall be given to

A

The Engine Company apparatus entering block first.

The Ladder Company personnel carrying PORTABLE LADDERS

45
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AUC 202: Substance Abuse

You are the officer on duty and suspect that members have been drinking alcohol. What should you immediately do?
6 things. PROBBE

A
  1. PROHIBIT on and off-duty members present at the time of discovery from leaving without permission of the investigating officer
  2. RELIVE the on-duty member(s) from duty, immediately.
  3. Have unit placed OUT OF SERVICE, immediately.
  4. Notify the administrative BATTALION CHIEF (or higher if he/she was also suspected of drinking)
  5. Notify BITS
  6. ENTRY in company Journal
46
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AUC 268: IG & BITS

When is a notification to the IG made?
CCC MM

A

Corruption
Criminal Activity
Conflicts of Interests

Misconduct
Mismanagement

Normal business hours notify the IG directly.

Case of Emergency the IG’s on- call supervisor should be contacted through FDOC.

NEVER A WRITTEN NOTIFICATION TO THE IG

47
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AUC 268: IG & BITS

When is an immediate notification to BITS made?

ABCD

A

Alcohol or Drugs
Arrest

BOXING : Physical altercation among members

Serious CONFRONTATION with Civilians

Dangerous misuse of Department Vehicle

On-duty Confrontation between department members and members of the PD, or other government agencies which may lead to possible disciplinary actions

48
Q

AUC 287: Staffing Guidelines

Units scheduled for training activities must leave from their quarters, with the day tour members no later than ________ or night tour members no later than ________

A

0915 day tour

1815 night tour

49
Q

AUC 287: Staffing Guidelines

You are the Officer on duty for the 9x6 tour in Engine 290. At 0900 you receive a ticket to go to the Rock for scheduled training. You have 1 member awaiting relief for a detail out of the Division. You are in a double house. What should you do?

A

Have the adjoining unit in quarters supply the detail and leave for training at the appropriate time.

The adjoining unit will await the detail.

50
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AUC 287: Staffing Guidelines

When is walking considered an acceptable method of traveling to detailed quarters?

A

If members are DETAILED to a quarters within ONE MILE or 20 Blocks of their assigned quarters.

51
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AUC 287: Staffing Guidelines

A reduced staffed unit is a Ladder, Rescue, or Squad company staffed with _______ firefighters.

A

Four Firefighters

Notify the dispatcher:
“We are responding with four firefighters”

If the officer is having difficulty getting this message to the dispatcher due tj heavy radio traffic transmit an “URGENT”

52
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AUC 287: Staffing Guidelines

Reduced Staff-

An additional Ladder company (above the fast truck) shall be assigned to a 10-76 when :

A

Both of the two initial assigned Ladder companies report “Responding with Four Firefighters”

  • The ADDITIONAL LADDER shall be the 3rd Ladder company
  • The 4th Ladder shall be designated as the Fast Truck
53
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AUC 287: Staffing Guidelines

What is an Understaffed Unit?

A

Any Unit staffed with LESS THAN FOUR firefighters

54
Q

Communications Ch 4

A Fire-Protected structure constructed using metal “C” joist or steel bar joist would be classified as a :

A

CL2LW

Class 2 (Fire-Protected) - Light Weight

55
Q

Communications Ch 4

A Non- Fire Proof structure renovated or repaired using any type of structural light-weight material would be classified as :

A

CL3LW

Class 3 (non-fire proof) - Light Weight

56
Q

Communications Ch 4

A Wood Frame Structure constructed using ANY TYPE of structural Light- Weight materials would be classified as :

A

CL4LW

57
Q

Communications Ch 4

1938 Building Code Construction Classification

Class 1:

A

Fireproof

One word= Class 1

58
Q

Communications Ch 4

1938 Building Code Construction Classification

Class 2:

A

Fire- Protected

Two words = Class 2

59
Q

Communications Ch 4

1938 Building Code Construction Classification

Class 3:

A

Non- Fire Proof

Three Letters= Class 3

60
Q

Communications Ch 4

1938 Building Code Construction Classification

Class 4:

A

Wood

Four Letters in wood= Class 4

61
Q

Communications Ch 4

1938 Building Code Construction Classification

Class 5:

A

Metal

Five Letters in Metal = class 5

62
Q

Communications Ch 4

1938 Building Code Construction Classification

Class 5:

A

Heavy Timber

Six letters in Timber = Class 6

63
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Communications Ch 4
CIDS

When a single building has an address range posted on the building, the unit officer must enter a CIDS message for the :

A

First and Last posted address numbers of such range.

Ie: 100-112 Williams Ave

64
Q

Communications Ch 4
CIDS: Immediate Entry

How do you enter a proposed immediate CIDS?

A

Use the eCIDS application to enter the Proposed immediate CIDS.

NOTE: Faxed paper copies of CD-201 are NO LONGER ACCEPTED.

65
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Communications Ch 4
CIDS: Immediate Entry

After submitting the CIDS entry, notify :

A

The administrative Battalion Chief by Phone

66
Q

Snow Chains:

When snow chains are applied, apparatus Must not exceed :

A

30 MPH

67
Q

Vehicle Recovery Straps:

What is the Preferred method of Vehicle recovery ?

A

Recovery from the front

68
Q

Vehicle Recovery Straps:

An overloaded or improperly fastened strap could fail and whip around. members shall maintain a _____ ft safety zone due to the working length of the vehicle recovery strap.

A

35ft

69
Q

Vehicle Recovery Straps:

The maximum weight of the stuck vehicle shall not exceed :

A

20,000 lbs

Ie: EMS Ambulance or Battalions Vehicle

Engine and ladder apparatus exceed the weight

70
Q

Apparatus / Vehicle Security Decals:

Where is the decal located ?

A

The decals shall be affixed adjacent to the drivers side door in and area where it will be noticed when approaching the driver.

71
Q

Apparatus / Vehicle Security Decals:

You are the officer on-duty in E290 when you approach an marked FDNY ambulance missing a decal. What should you do?

A

Contact the appropriate Borough Dispatcher. Request a MIXER-OFF and report the number, type and location of the vehicle.

72
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AUC 287: Staffing Guidelines

While awaiting details, units staffed with an Officer and a minimum of ______ firefighters, shall respond to all alarms.

A

Officer and a minimum of 2 FF

*At leafs one of which is a chauffeur)

73
Q

AUC 287: Staffing Guidelines

Can a unit staff with only an Officer and a chauffeur respond to alarms ?

A

The unit shall be placed out of service BUT can take in any VERBAL alarms received while in Quarters.

74
Q

AUC 287: Staffing Guidelines

You are the Officer of an understaffed unit and the only unit on the scene. What type of positions should you take?

A

Defensive Position

75
Q

AUC 325: Major Aircraft Emergencies

What is the primary function of the FIre Department at airport emergencies?

A

Ensuring an Adequate delivery of water

76
Q

AUC 325: Major Aircraft Emergencies

Can FDNY units enter the aeronautical operations area (Tarmac) without a Port Authority Escort?

A

No

77
Q

AUC 325: Major Aircraft Emergencies

Can voice and flight data recorders be removed on a plane?

A

Only if you are preserving them from further Fire damage. Otherwise they should not be removed

78
Q

AUC 325: Major Aircraft Emergencies

Spherical recorders are painted :

A

Bright Yellow

79
Q

AUC 325: Major Aircraft Emergencies

Rectangle recorders are painted :

A

Red or International Orange

80
Q

AUC 325: Major Aircraft Emergencies

When the landing gear or tires of the aircraft are on fire, ALWAYS approach from the _________ or ________ of the wheel assembly, while exercising extreme caution.

A

Front or Rear

81
Q

AUC 317 : Crime Scene Ops

All DOA’s whether fire related or EMS generated should be great as potential:

A

Crime Victims

82
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AUC 317 : Crime Scene Ops

True or False

When a Victim who is hanging, is obviously dead cut them down.

A

False

No obviously dead victim of a hanging should be cut down and no bound body should be untied.

83
Q

AUC 317 : Ad2: Crime observed or reported to members

If a crime in process involving an armed perpetrator is reported or observed , members must :

A

Except use utmost restraint and should not intervene.

The police department must be notified immediately.

84
Q

AUC 317 : Ad2: Crime observed or reported to members

You are the officer on duty when you notice a thief knock a women down to the ground and steal her purse, then flee on foot. What is your next course of action?

A

Provided First Aid/ assistance to the victim and notify PD.

85
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AUC 317 : Ad2: Crime observed or reported to members

You are the officer on duty when you notice a civilian next to the apparatus being threaten with bodily harm from her boyfriend. What is you next course of action?

A

Intervene consistent with your personal safety, to assist the victim and notify the Police Department immediately.

86
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AUC 331: Cell Sites

If the cell site installation is involved with fire, who should you special call?

A

Extra Engine and Ladder

  • They could be used for power removal
87
Q

AUC 331: Cell Sites

Roof mounted gas generator piping may extend via:

A

The Exterior or Interior vertical arteries.

The INTERIOR ARTERIES may create possible channels for smoke and / or Fire travel.

88
Q

AUC 346: EBF-4

The EBF-4 should be completed immediately after the start of the tour, and only if the company is :

A

In quarters

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