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On a search rope, the distance between directional knot and distance knots.
Distance between other distance knots
18”
6”
The distance a search rope should be off the ground
One to two feet
How many members should operate on a search rope?
3.
Other members can stay back as backup team and monitor conditions, and be ready to assist
When should the search rope be repacked?
Monthly
Propane is heavier than air? T or F
True. 1.5-2 times heavier
What distances should be maintained for members not actually engaged in operations at a leak of a LP tanker
1000 ft from the front and rear, and 500ft from the sides
What are some properties of methanol?
It is a flammable liquid.
Has a flash point of 54 degrees.
It is soluble in water.
The vapors are slightly heavier than air
Can foam be used on a methanol fire?
Yes, but methanol is destructive to ordinary foam. Alcohol type must be used.
Dry chem can also be used.
Water can also be used to dilute the methanol
What is the osha established maximum safe working level for CO over an 8 hr period?
35 ppm
A CO incident would be described as?
A situation where no occupants are symptomatic and meter readings are 9PPM or less
A CO emergency would be described as?
A situation where occupants are symptomatic or meter readings are greater than 9PPM
The CO Meter will activate with a visual and low audible warning with a slow vibration at what concentration?
A reading of GREATER THAN 35 PPM
The CO meter will activate with a high alarm and fast vibration at what level?
A reading of GREATER THAN 100 PPM
What button turns on the CO meter?
The circular green button on the left.
That is the only button to be used by field units
For a Co activation of over 35ppm but Below 100 the meter will signal a slow tone, flashing red light, and a slow vibration how often?
Every one second
For a Co activation of over 100 PPM the meter will signal a FAST tone, flashing red light, and a FAST vibration how often?
Every half second
A low battery alarm on the CO meter consists of?
One beep every 5 seconds
One flash every 5 seconds
One quick vibration every one minute
A low battery icon on screen
When a class order has been given to use antidotes, can a CPC unit use the mark 1 kits assigned to their unit?
Yes, additional kits can be obtained through ems command
At a haz-mat emergency, a class order is given by whom?
An OMA responding physician
For a confirmed BDS activation, first units should transmit what signal?
10-80
The CIDS abbreviation for pre incident guideline is?
(PG)
What does CFRD HOLD mean?
It’s a facility that has has medical professionals and oxygen and defibrillators, at all hours of operation.
Will units respond to CFRD runs that are at a CFRD hold building?
Units will receive segment one type calls, cardiac arrest, choking, and will respond.
What hours does one unit respond to an ERS no contact
Between 2300 and 0800
Other times there is no response
Officers reporting in to the command post shall report in alone and have their members stand at least?…
25 feet from the command post
The officer on duty within each firehouse will review the emergency action plan for the firehouse at the following times…?
Initially when the plan is developed.
Whenever changed.
When new members assigned.
Quarterly.
What is the height of a speed hump?
3-4” higher than street surface
What is the length of a speed hump?
Slightly longer than the average automobile
A concrete reducer will be striped with what design?
Receding lines design
An asphalt reducer will be striped with what design
Chevron design
What are the speed limits for 3” and a 4” reducers (speed humps)
15 mph - 4”
20mph- 3”
The hood is washed with?
Liquid detergent
It is never wringed out
A white line under the number on the barrel of a hydrant indicates what?
The hydrant is on a dead end main
What is the pak-trackers maximum range of receiving
900ft line of sight
How long must the company journal be kept?
20 yrs
In the company journal, what pages are for Chiefs visits?
500 running backwards to 498
In the company journal, what pages are for company drills?
497 backwards to 495
Width of the flagging column
3/8”
When an officer, on or off duty in a firehouse suspects a member of violating the drug/alcohol policy, he shall…?
- Investigate
- Relieve member from duty
- Place unit OOS
- Notify batt chief(or if appropriate next sup. off)
- Notify BITS
- Record in co. Journal
A single 90 degree kink in an 1 3/4 hose line can reduce the GPM in the line by how much?
20 GPM or more
3 kinks can lose up to 90 GPM
How many turns shuts off the hydrant street valve?
17 turns counter clockwise
The distance maintained from downed power lines while operating a fog nozzle
At least 25ft
An effective firefighting stream is one that delivers ____GPM.? (1 3/4”)
180
At a 10-77 who is responsible for bringing the high rise nozzle?
4th due engine
A defective hydrant that is a code 1 would be described as…?
Broken barrel
A defective hydrant that is a code 2 would be described as…?
Unserviceable. Visibly intact but not serviceable
A defective hydrant that is a code 3 would be described as…?
Defective but serviceable. Defect other than missing cap or chain.
A defective hydrant that is a code 4 would be described as…?
Cap or chain missing
When maneuvering portable ladders, what rungs do the front man and rear man place their arms through?
Front man- between 2nd and 3rd rungs
Rear man- through the last two rungs
What is the maximum nozzle pressure when using a ladder pipe?
90PSI
What is the recommended ladder angle for a ladder pipe operation?
70 degrees
What is the maximum height from the street the ladder pipe can be?
80’
Who is the safety team for… One 4 ff engine on scene?
The officer and one ff enter and two member remain outside, a defensive position is taken
Prior to the arrival of the fast unit, who normally makes up the safety team?
The backup and control of the second due engine
Who is the safety team for… One 5 ff engine on scene?
The door and control
Who is the safety team for… One ladder company on scene?
OV and LCC
Who is the safety team for… 4 FF ladder on scene?
LCC and outside FF designated by officer
Who is the safety team for… One engine and one ladder on scene?
The LCC and control
When an engine or ladder company that is understaffed is the only unit on scene, the company shall?
Take a defensive position
The tools the fast truck shall report to the command post with (besides their regular tools)
Fast pak Search rope Stokes basket with long backboard 2:1 rope Pak tracker
The priorities of things to assess after giving the appropriate radio transmission when finding a downed member
(Fair) Fire Air Immediate medical care, if required and possible Removal
When finding a downed FF, positioning them on their right side will provide access to what identification points?
Name on coat
PRA identification which will provide unit and position
Helmet front piece
ID number on HT
Breaking strength of nylon tubular webbing?
4000 lbs
Knotted breaking strength of tubular webbing
3000 lbs
In a building where plywood and 4x4’s are used to form a concrete floor, what floor would the storage of materials be on?
Two floors below the most recently poured floor
In a building where plywood and 4x4’s are used to form a concrete floor, what is the spacing of 4x4’s for construction?
4’ on center
In a building where plywood and 4x4’s are used to form a concrete floor, the curing stage would have the 4x4’s spaced every?
8’
When natural gas passes through soil, the mercaptan can be scrubbed out, this is known as…?
Odor fade
Shutting off a gas line in a building would require turning the wing cock nut how far in what direction?
1/4 turn counter-clockwise so the key operating nut is perpendicular to the piping
How many turns and what direction shuts most natural gas curb valves?
1/4 turn clockwise
When turning a gas curb valve and 1/4 turn does not shut the gas off, you should…?
Continue to turn clockwise until resistance is met. This may occur between 7 1/2 to 15 full turns. Don’t turn more than 15 turns.
These older curb valves are gated
How many turns to shut off a natural gas street valve?
We don’t shut down street valves
While using the Altair meter, it will emit a vibrating pulse and flashing green light every….?
30 seconds to alert user it is operating
the Altair meter will alarm at:
LEL:
O2 enriched:
O2 deficient:
LEL- 10%
O2 enriched- 23%
O2 deficient- 19.5%
Altair. A series of crosses under the comb/ex icon indicates that…
It’s at least 100% of the LEL.
Operate for life saving purposes only
A series of crosses under the oxygen icon on the Altair meter means the oxygen level is?
Above 25% oxygen
What’s the direction and number of turns to shut down a manual shutoff valve on the buckeye pipeline?
Clockwise 42 turns
84 half turns
How many turns to shut a manual valve on the LIC shippers line of the buckeye pipeline?
24 full turns, 48 half turns
How far should Department apparatus be from a leak on the buckeye pipeline?
At least 600’ away
A leak of the buckeye pipeline along the train tracks would require members as flag persons along the tracks how far away in both directions?
1000 ft
When are the manual shutoff valves of the buckeye pipeline inspected by units that have them in their administrative district?
During semi annual hydrant inspection and during familiarization drills
What drill do you actually shut down the valves of the buckeye pipeline..?
Borough drills
What PSIG does the buckeye pipeline operate at?
1200psig
What PSIG does the LIC shippers lines of the buckeye pipeline operate at?
200psig
What does the buckeye pipeline carry and how big are the pipes?
2- 12” steel pipes carrying gasoline and kerosine based aviation fuel
How do you report a repair needed on the buckeye pipeline valve?
Critical repair?
Flooding in valve pit?
Regular repair- letterhead report to buckeye coordinator
Critical repair and flooding require an immediate telephone notification to the buckeye pipeline coordinator
Brush fire operations: all engine companies assigned to Staten Island shall carry:
2 Indian pumps
4 fire brooms
1” forestry hose
Brush fire operations: all engine companies assigned to relocate or respond to Staten Island shall carry:
2 Indian pumps
4 fire brooms
Brush fire operations: all ladder companies assigned to Staten Island shall carry:
4 Indian pumps
4 fire brooms
6 lengths of 1 3/4” hose
What is the capacity of the Bambi bucket?
150 gallons.
Dropped by helicopter
During phase A or B of winter operations what 6 things are required to be added the engine and ladder company apparatus ?
6 extra lengths of 2 1/2" hose 2 shovels Containers of salt or sand Vehicle recovery strap with shackle Tire chains and link tool Special hydrant connections as determined by company officers (Also to be put on reserve apparatus)
When securing the premises of a building with a fire dept padlock, where should the two keys be kept?
One in battalion office and one on the rig of the company using the lock
How will a reserve apparatus identify itself when it is activated
Acting engine
For a reserve apparatus that has been staffed and put in service, how many copies of the riding lists are made, and where are they kept?
3
Rig
Officer
Copy posted at house watch desk
Where should a reserve apparatus getting activated get its CFRD equipment from?
Units will be provided equipment by tech services
T or F
Ensure a tower ladder is responding on the initial alarm for a fire in a building with a cell site?
True
If a cell site is involved in fire who is special called in addition to the 10-75?
Extra engine and truck
Additional batt chief to supervise roof ops
If a press inquiry does not interfere with dept operations and a supervisor is present on scene, what three things can be mentioned?
1 type of incident
2 number of patients
3 the hospital to which they are being transported
How many days in advance must a mutual be submitted?
At least 3 days
When must a mutual exchange be completed by?
30 days
What is the max amount of mutual a member can owe or be owed?
8
How many self mx tours can a member have owed to them?
2 max
How many self mx’s can a member request in any calendar year?
4
How many attempts should be made to contact the dispatcher?
And if they can’t be reached ?
Don’t make more than three attempts.at least 30 second intervals
If they still can’t be reached, use another mobile radio.
Still can’t be reached, contact citywide dispatcher
How far should cell phones and handie talkies be from vehicles transporting explosives?
How far should post radios, marine radios and rig radios be ?
150 ft
300 ft
On the apparatus radio, a stuck button will be interrupted after how long?
60 secs
Signal transmitted for the derailment of a subway car?
10-60
Signal transmitted for collapse of a 6 story multiple dwelling?
10-60 code 2
What is the difference between 10-60 and 10-60 code 1?
They both are a major emergency incident with the potential for multiple casualties, but a code 1 requires enhanced technical rescue resources
What’s the difference between a 10-60 code 1 and a 10-60 code 2/ 2nd alarm?
They both are a major emergency incident with the potential for multiple casualties, that requires enhanced technical rescue resources, but a code 2 is large scale requiring a enhanced 2nd alarm assignment. E.g. Explosion with severe collateral damage, airplane crash ( except airport crash boxes) collapse of a 6 story me
What are the guidelines for transmitting a 10-80 no code?
Release is of a small quantity
The material and its hazards have been identified
PPE provides adequate protection
Specialized training and equipment are not needed
(S.I.P.S.)
Who should a FF contact in what priority, when their company officer can’t be reached on the HT.?
Company chauffeur
IC
Any HT equipped member
What are the five situations where a MAYDAY message is transmitted?
I- collapse imminent O- Structural collapse has occurred U- unconscious member, life threatening injury M- missing member L- lost or trapped member
What six situations may an URGENT message be transmitted?
W- water loss I- injury, non life threatening F- collapse feared E- fire entering exposure D- interior attack discontinued Transmission of 10-70
When using feedback assisted rescue, how far are the HTs held from one another?
1-2” apart
How long is the “time out timer” on the handie talkies?
30 seconds
When a member hits the emergency alert button, how is their company position and name listed on the EFAS.?
It will be listed in red on both radio status and maydays
How long it the emergency alert button held to reset itself ?
Aprox 2 seconds till a reset tone is heard
T or F… When a member changes channels on the HT after depressing the emergency alert button, the beacon will stop and the emergency alert will be reset?
False, the beacon continues on the new channel, and the members EM signal will be transmitted on the new channel
How long is the emergency alert button pressed to activate ?
1/2 second
On the handie talkie, What does a steady red light while transmitting mean?
Radio is transmitting
On the handie talkie, What does a flashing red light while transmitting mean?
Low battery
Or when the radio voltage drops below preset alert level
On the handie talkie, What does a flashing green light while transmitting mean?
Battery too low to transmit but reception is possible
When does the time out timer on the handie talkie emits a short audible warning tone
A short tone at 26 seconds
A continuous tone at 30 seconds
What do you do after the handie talkie becomes wet or is submerged?
Remove battery, dry, clean contacts before re attaching
On the HT what is channel 1
Tactical 1
On the HT what is channel 2
Command 1
On the HT what is channel 3
Tactical 2
On the HT what is channel 9?
Digital channel
On the HT what is channel 10?
EMS/ fire
On the HT what are channels 11 & 12 used for?
Building repeater
On the HT what is channel 13
TAC U channel
On the HT what are channels 14 & 15 used for?
Subway repeater
On the HT what is channel 16?
Emergency channel
What does a flashing green light on the HT charger mean?
Battery is greater than 90% charged
What does a flashing red light on the HT charger mean?
Battery is unchargeable or not making proper contact.
What does a steady green light on the HT charger mean?
Charging is complete
What does a flashing yellow light on the HT charger mean?
Battery is too cold or too hot to be rapid charged
What does a steady red light on the HT charger indicate?
Battery is being rapid charged
What does a solid yellow light on the apparatus battery charger indicate?
Battery is charging
When can the extra HT (door position) assigned to a 4 ff engine be as a spare?
Awaiting delivery of a spare HT from a depot.
When supply at a depot is depleted.
All other time prohibited
Who can make a decision to operate water streams on electrical components at Con Ed facilities?
Only by a chief officer ABOVE the rank of deputy chief, in consultation with the Con Ed white hat on scene
Can handlines be operated on energized electrical equipment at a Con Ed facility?
Never.
Auc 338
What is the primary means of applying water to energized electrical components at a Con Ed electrical facility?
Tower ladder stream
What is the minimum safe operating distance for applying water on live 138kV electrical components with a 30 degree or greater fog stream?
15 feet
What is the minimum safe operating distance for applying water on live 138kV electrical components with less than a 30 degree fog pattern or a straight stream?
75 feet
What is the minimum safe operating distance for applying water on live 345kV electrical components with a 30 degree or greater fog stream?
25 feet
What is the minimum safe operating distance for applying water on live 345kV electrical components with less than a 30 degree fog stream or straight or solid stream?
125 feet
Which fog nozzle should not be used on electrified Con Ed equipment?
Aquastream nozzle
Auc 338
Can foam be used at con Ed facilities?
No
How long does the housewatch man have to acknowledge a run?
20 secs
When should the verbal button be used on the housewatch computer?
When the alarm is within two blocks of quarters.
It should be followed by a radio report on leaving qtrs indicating what they are responding to and the location, also if additional units are required
How many spare rolls of teleprinter paper should a unit have and where are they kept?
2 rolls kept in company office
What keys on the rig MDT are single action?
10-84
10-4
10-14
10-20
Buildings separated by more than ____ ft from the fire building, should not be identified by exposures.
More than thirty feet.
Unless the volume of fire or complexity of the incident causes an exposure problem
What is the distance that should be maintained from side airbags?
5”
What is the distance that should be maintained from driver airbags?
10”
What is the distance that should be maintained from passenger airbags?
20”
Can a 10-75 be given for a car accident with several vehicles and numerous patients ?
Yes
Where should the hurst tool power unit be positioned at an auto extrication?
In the front or rear of the vehicle. This allows flexibility to operate on both sides of the vehicle without having to reposition
If steam supply must be cut to a building at a high pressure steam emergency, where can we shut it down?
At the inside service valve
Must notify con Ed if valve is shut
Can FD units shut the high pressure steam valve located on the outside of the building?
No, this valve is only to be operated by con Ed personnel
How many people can the inflatable water rescue hose keep afloat?
Approx 10 people
What should the inflatable water rescue hose be attached to when it is deployed?
Life saving rope
In a water rescue, one hand on top of the rescuers head indicates?
Rescuer is ready to be pulled to shore
In a water rescue, one arm waving in the air indicates?
Stop pulling
If a member has no hood and none are available, he should……?
He should have collar up, ear flaps down, and neck strap prior to entering fire area
How shall the protective hood be washed?
Lukewarm water, liquid detergent
Can the hood be used if it is saturated with moisture?
Yes
Should window bars be put on CIDS info?
Yes
Where and when must high visibility safety vests be worn..?
When operating on highways both day and night
How should a hose line stream be operated into a manhole?
Let water flow or pour into manhole, do not direct stream directly in.
Use fog to prevent any shock hazard
How long after making a turn onto a street should the driver of the tractor end of a tiller start to accelerate?
Not until you are three ladder truck lengths into the street
A vehicle related occurrence that results in damage to a department vehicle when it is properly parked is defined as…?
An incident
Accident/incident
TL outrigger crushing a car at a fire?
Incident
Accident/ incident
Civilian car damaged by double parked rig at MUD
Incident
SB 56
Accident/ incident
Damage to car from Double parked rig ON BISP
Accident
An injury to a member operating at a parked apparatus shall be defined as a ?
Incident
Allegations that the rig damaged a civilian vehicle should be treated as an…?
Incident
If the apparatus becomes involved in an accident, and the rig or other vehicles must be moved, what should be done?
Mark the location of the tires with a “T”. And the corners of the vehicle
What channel does the high rise roof team operate on with the HRRC?
TAC-U channel
Can the post radio be operated from within the nypd helicopter ?
No
When receiving a run for something where it says “possible EDP” the officer should…
Notify the dispatcher to request a 10-47
What shall the first officer to arrive do when responding to a fire in a ABR school?
He shall immediately contact the principal or person in charge and find out the status and location of all non- ambulatory students.
He shall relay this info to IC
What safety precautions must be observed if a chainsaw is to be used from a TL?
Saw started in basket and kept outside of basket until shut off.
Wear safety belt.
Member to keep both feet within basket
Can the chainsaw be operated from a ladder?
No
Besides for the PPV fans, exhaust hoses, and Dave Clark headsets, what tools should the ventilation support group report the the incident command post with ?
CO monitors
Elevator keys
Halligan and heavy axe(for elevator ops)
Door chocks
Which stairwell is the first consideration for pressurization at a PPV operation
Attack stair
Where should the PPV fans be placed near a doorway to a stairwell ?
4-6’ from the outside of the door blowing into the stairwell, on the ground floor.
At an 80 degree angle
If the fire floor is above the 10th floor, and additional pressures are required, where should the second PPV fan be positioned?
Three floors below the fire floor
Where is the PPV fan placed for sequential ventilation?
At the base of evacuation stair. Smoke is pushed out the attack stair
If CO levels are in the 0- ___ PPM range, gasoline powered fans will not significantly reduce those levels due to CO produced by the fans.
60
When creating an area of negative pressurization with an electric box fan, where should the fan be placed?
Inside the building,
6-8 ft back
Tilted up at a 30 degree angle
Can PPV fans be refueled inside a structure?
No
What knot is tied on a substantial object when doing a single slide off a roof?
Clove hitch and binder
The priority order of data to be transmitted on CIDS info
FD designation Occupancy Description Hazardous condition Minimum response
What does the administrative officer do to enter a imminently hazardous condition into CIDS (immediate entry)?
Change “CIDS type” from original to immediate on eCIDS application.(intranet)
Notify administrative BC by phone
What amount of PCBs need to be present in a transformer for The FDNY to consider it a PCB transformer?
Any amount
Describe a metro north M2 car
Have PCB transformers
Have orange stripes
Are in pairs with the pantograph on the A car
Where are temporary front pieces stored?
How many is assigned to each unit?
In a secure area designated by commanding officer
1 officer
3 FF
When responding to an alarm, a unit receives a verbal for another alarm where (at the verbal) it is obvious that human life is not in jeopardy, the unit should…?
Proceed to the original alarm after transmitting radio notification of the verbal alarm to the dispatcher.
Comm 6.5.2
When is a communications unit assigned to an incident?
All 3rd alarms 10-60 10-77, 10-76 2nd alarms 10-75 for below grade incidents in facilities other than buildings. When needed by IC
A fast unit is assigned on the transmission of what signals?
10-75 10-77 10-76 10-60 10-66
What alarms does a vent support unit respond on?
10-77s
Or they can be special called
Can you use a roof top disconnect to effectively shut power to photovoltaic panels and its components?
No, they should not be relied upon
Shut power to the inverter
Photovoltaic system present a serious shock hazard to firefighters performing vertical ventilation, what should be the prime focus for ladder company operations ?
Removal of scuttles and skylights and horizontal ventilation
At a top floor fire in a building with photovoltaic panels, overhaul should be delayed until…?
Power to the PV system has been shut down
How can incipient fires be extinguished in a photovoltaic system?
Advanced fire?
Dry chem extinguisher
Limited use by a fog line from a distance at a 30 degree fog pattern
When are hydrostatic tests done on a Scba cylinders?
What must be done if expired?
Every 5 years
If cylinder shows a date greater than 5 yrs, the cylinder must be removed from service, bled down, tagged and returned to MSU
What is the service life of a SCBA cylinder?
15 yrs
When are spare cylinders (depots, high rise unit, company and reserve apparatus) inspected?
Weekly on Mondays
Ones found below full should be tagged and returned to MSU for inspection.
What is a SCBA cylinder with a blue top and/ or a polymer protective sleeve?
Training cylinder
Who has the emergency removal training kit?
The battalion
When do you exchange a SCBA cylinder for one that is full?
Prior to operating when the gauge reads less than full. (Green area)
While operating when the remote gauge and HUD reads less than 1/4
What tools are used to replace the nylon o-ring on the SCBA?
1/8” Allen wrench
7/16” open end wrench
The PRA on the SCBA normally reduces the operating pressure to___ PSI before entering the regulator’s low pressure hose.
100 psi
How many lights are on the SCBAs heads up display?
Five lights
Four square, one round
When the cylinder valve is turned on, heads up display will illuminate all lights for _____ seconds.
20
On the SCBAs heads up display, a rapidly flashing red light would be an indication of…?
1/4 of a cylinder.
(Flashing ten times a second)
Must leave area
On the SCBAs heads up display, a slow flashing yellow light would be an indication of…?
One half of a cylinder
Flashes once a second
On the SCBAs heads up display, two green lights would be an indication of…?
Full cylinder
On the SCBAs heads up display, a single green light glowing would be an indication of…?
3/4 of a cylinder
When does the SCBA go into pre-alarm?
When does the SCBA go into full alarm?
20 seconds no motion
12 seconds further still no motion
SCBA low battery condition.
Heads up display- flashing_____ light every ____seconds.
Sensor module will chirp every____ seconds. Light on control module will_____.
Round-red, one.
2 seconds, go out.
How many and what kind of batteries are used with the SCBA ?
What tool is used to access them?
6 AA
Phillips screwdriver
Don’t mix brands, replace all batteries at same time
If, during inspection of an SCBA, the nose up or voicemitter is found damaged or missing, the officer shall…?
Prepare a letterhead report to the chief of operations via chain of command stating full particulars. Member discovering and last member to inspect it are to be mentioned in report.
Facepiece placed out of service.
Interview member to figure out how it was damaged
When performing the swim move, which parts of the body are initially placed through the studs?
Right knee, right shoulder, and head
When should a member notify the IC of a pass alarm activating in the full cycle ?
After 10 seconds
How long is the Facepiece immersed in the hypochlorite solution (1:100 bleach)
Five minutes
In the company journal of units housing the battalion cylinder depot, what pages are indexed for entries by MSU members and chief officers?
494 running backwards as necessary
An officer in an IDLH that needs to service his SCBA shall..?
Inform IC
Be accompanied by another member
Provide temporary supervision for members
(If no temporary supervision avail, all members must exit)
What is attached to the front page of the proby training notebook?
Tool list from their current unit
When are proby training notebooks reviewed by the officer on duty?
Each tour the member works
What is listed beside the riding position on the E-BF4?
Spare radio number if that position has a spare
What mode should the apparatus’s siren be in normally?
What about when approaching an intersection or encountering heavy traffic?
Wail mode.
Switch from wail to yelp mode. When through intersection, back to wail mode
How many exposures must be checked on either side of the affected building at a major indoor gas leak?
At least 3
On the national grid peck vent coding, what would “EFV” or “NC” indicate..?
There is no curb valve.
EFV-Excess flow valve
NC- no curb valve
Where is the TIF 8800x returned to for repairs?
MSU
How long is the high rise nozzle?
What is the degree of its bend?
What is the size of the tip?
GPM?
8’
68 degree two foot bend
1 1/8” mst
200-225 GPM
T or F? In most cases it is necessary to remove the window to operate the high rise nozzle.
False.
Just window bars and child gates have to be removed
Putting the high rise nozzle into operation requires the service of ___ engine company(s)
2
When performing inline pumping, the hydrant should be on a ___ inch or larger main
6”
When inline pumping, what is the maximum number of lengths to be used as the initial supply line?
6
When inline pumping and the engine proceeds to its operating position prior to connecting to a hydrant, how many lengths can be hand stretched for the initial supply line?
3 lengths of 3 1/2
When water relay is necessary, stretch and connect 3 1/2” hose from a 3” outlet of the supply pumper and connect it to?..
A gated inlet on the pump panel side of the operating pumper
What shall the officer on duty do when issued a NYCHA key FOB?
Where is it stored?
Record the serial number in the office record journal
Secure place in apparatus cab
Can the door be operated remotely by NYCHA, if the key FOB fails to work?
What if the power goes out, how are the doors opened?
Yes.
The doors can be open by the crash bar on the interior, or From the exterior by keys obtained from building management office
T or F
Under no conditions should the cornice be opened for smoke.
True
L3ten.5.4.3
When an understaffed engine or ladder is the only unit on scene, they shall________.
Take a defensive position
Can an elevator car be jacked upward in an emergency?
No. Because it can free the car safeties causing it to move upward or downward
What is the preferred method for forcible entry of a slide type elevator door.?
air bags
Every assigned and alternate unit which responds to the buckeye pipeline has been issued unit alarm assignment and instruction cards. Where are they kept?
One set on rig
Other set at a clearly marked and protected place near the housewatch desk.
Also kept there is a pipeline map, extra wrenches, and extra foam for relocating units
Engine companies responding from quarters on the second alarm for a leak in the buckeye pipeline should put _____on the rig.
Additional cans of foam.
Units are not to return to qtrs. to pick this up before responding.
In regards to a leak on the buckeye pipeline… The potential for explosion is ______on hot, humid, and calm days.
Great
Upon a confirmation of a confirmed leak of the buckeye pipeline, the incident commander shall…?
Transmit a 2nd alarm for the street box nearest the leak location.
Can a valve be fully closed at a drill on the Iroquois pipeline?
No.
Only partially closed after consultation with pipeline personnel
Can the winches on BFUs be used to pull out a stuck apparatus?
No,
Only similar weight vehicles and self extrication
During winter operations, preference shall be for the ______ to enter the block first if the building involved is higher than 3 stories.
Ladder company
Engine enters first if it is 3 stories or less
Can a company trained chauffeur be used to staff a reserve engine or ladder?
Yes
T or F. When deploying the window blanket, members maintain control of the straps until it is properly positioned then they are tied off.
False, tied off before the blanket is thrown
T or F. When deploying the KO curtain, the members deploying it shall be assured the target window is completely covered before tying off ropes.
False. The members don’t tie off the ropes
When must the medical officer be informed of a biological exposure to a member?
Always, with or without symptoms
When must the medical officer be informed of a non-biological exposure?
Only required when showing symptoms
When a member exhibits symptoms from a biological or non-biological exposure, what report(s) must be completed?
Injury report
Exposure report
What color is a spherical flight data recorder?
Rectangular recorder?
Bright yellow
Red or international orange
Who carries the first responders bridge manual field guide?
What color is it?
What color is the ERG?
Every unit
Green
Orange
What units shall start the tour with two school trained chauffeurs?
Satellite units
Planning vehicle
Collapse rescue units
Decon units (other than tractor trailer apparatus)
What is the depth high axle vehicles can enter?
50”
RRV task force priority order of communications.
DARS 400 MHz radio
800 MHz radio
Cell phones
Dept. radio (for emergency, or other systems not operable)
When does the company commander review the proby notebook?
Once a month,
Initials and dates in red ink
How are units to proceed into Laguardia, or JFK airports?
Not to proceed into facility without PA escort.
Line up in double line, ladders and rescues and special units on left, engines on right.
Who is the IC at aircraft emergencies on PA property?
PAPD tour commander
Who is notified when a unit has a defective or non-operating apparatus radio?
Battalion, division, and dispatcher-requesting radio mechanic response
What are the fdnys core competencies?
- Fire suppression
- Pre-hospital emergency medical care
- Search and rescue
- Structural evacuation
- CBRN/haz-mat life safety ops and mass decon
- Arson investigation
If the firefighter activating his emergency alert button hasn’t reset it, or keyed their mic, a second tone will be sent____ seconds after the original activation.
Ten
At what radio percentage will radio batteries chirp?
5-10%
How long must exchanged batteries from the depot be left on the charger before before using?
A minimum of 14hrs
When is the reconditioning date checked on the handie talkie batteries?
Every time they are placed on the ht.
First day of each month 9x6 tour.
He makes mark in co. Journal of inspection
Solid yellow light on HT battery vehicle charger?
Battery charging
Solid green light on HT battery vehicle charger?
Charge complete
Solid red light on HT battery vehicle charger?
Charge aborted. Battery defective.
Flashing yellow light on HT battery vehicle charger?
Battery port failure or battery may be fully discharged
Who must the company officer notify if a handie talkie is placed out of service?
What must he do when the spare is received?
Record defect in company and office journals
Notify division radio depot for spare.
Notify admin. Batt
Record ID number in company and office journal
Update BF-4 with the spare radio’s ID number
What does the fifth digit on a ht ID for an engine mean? Ex. Engine7- 5007101. The 1?
It means it is one of two HTs for a communication unit
What does the fifth digit on a ht ID for a ladder company mean? Ex. Ladder 136- 7136101. The 1?
It identifies the HT as a HT assigned to the rapid response vehicle
What is the following ht number?
5161051
Brush fire unit 5 (engine 161) officer
How many rolls of MDT paper are units required to maintain?
A min of 3 rolls
How many can cards are units that use gasoline for saws and tools issued?
Where are they kept?
2
One in office, one on rig
Will fuel cards authorize the use of super or premium gasoline?
What is put as the odometer reading for can cards?
No
9999
How many gallons will a can card permit to be obtained?
Where and when are gas receipts sent
5 gallons per week
Bureau of support services, twice a month on pay days
When does an officer fill out a fuel order form on the intranet?
When is an email sent to the resource center about a critical fuel level?
At 50% capacity
At 30% capacity
Where is a gas card kept that is issued to a vehicle that uses gasoline?
In that vehicles glove compartment
Who is notified of a lost fuel card?
Support services
How does an officer notify the resource center of a non-emergency repair needed in quarters?
Via email, form RC-5
How does the officer inform the resource center of emergency repairs to quarters?
Via telephone, don’t email.
Ex. Stuck app door Major structural failure Nederman oos Total comm failure, (voice and teleprinter) No heat No central ac Maj. fuel spill, water leak, gas leak, sewer back up No power.
When using the spreaders or cutters of the hurst tool, which car door hinge should be removed first?
The top hinge first
If a member gets hydraulic fluid from the hurst tool in their eyes, what should be done?
Flush eyes with clean water for at least 20 mins and seek medical attention
Is there asbestos in con Edison steam manholes?
It it on the underground piping?
No, it has been removed
Yes
Can you enter a con Edison steam generating plant in a life saving emergency if con Ed personnel are not on scene?
No, they must be escorted by con Ed personnel
The fast pak can be used to fill inflatable water rescue hose. How long can One 45 min cylinder fill five lengths of 2 1/2” hose?
2 mins 30 secs
How long can the apparatus air outlet fill two lengths of 2 1/2” inflatable water rescue hose?
20 secs
When should straight line deployment of inflatable water rescue hose be used ?
When the incident involves only a few individuals who are close to shore
Who is the rescue coordinator at a ice and cold water rescue incident?
The company officer
Who is the spotter at a ice and cold water rescue?
A firefighter is assigned unless there is only one 4ff engine on scene, then the officer is the rescue coordinator and the spotter until an additional unit arrives
What do the primary rescuer, Primary tether Secondary rescuer (team 2) Secondary tether Wear at a cold water rescue?
Primary rescuer - CWS
Tether- PFD
Secondary rescuer- CWS
Secondary tether- PFD
What are the three methods used for ice/ cold water rescue?
Reach
Throw
Go
What do the primary and secondary rescuer wear for a surf rescue
Are both men attached to a tether line?
PFDs and fins
Secondary rescuer only
