Recent Updates Exam 3 Flashcards
Each of the following responses are classified correctly except?
A: Response to BARS alarms will be a single unit response – 1st due Engine only (emergency mode).
B: Response to Class “E” alarms will be a single unit response – 1st due Engine or Ladder (emergency mode).
C: Response to Class “J” alarms between 0700 and 1900 hours will be a single unit response (emergency mode).
D: Response to Class “J” alarms between 1900 and 0700 hours will be a single unit response (10-20 mode).
Each of the following responses are classified correctly except?
A: Response to BARS alarms will be a single unit response – 1st due Engine only (emergency mode).
B: Response to Class “E” alarms will be a single unit response – 1st due Engine or Ladder (emergency mode).
C: Response to Class “J” alarms between 0700 and 1900 hours will be a single unit response (emergency mode).
D:✔Response to Class “J” alarms between 1900 and 0700 hours will be a single unit response (10-20 mode).
Explanation:
D) Response to Class “J” alarms between 1900 and 0700 hours will have 1ST DUE UNITS in EMERGENCY mode.
Comm 6 Add 1 2.2
Tower Ladder 99 arrives on scene of worker who fell in a shaft at a construction site. The IC orders them to set the rig up as a high point anchor. The Lieutenant would be correct to consider which one point below?
A: The preferred location of the high point anchor is the top of the bucket.
B: The landing pads of the bucket should only be used as a high point anchor as a last resort.
C: The metal stokes basket should be utilized at all high point anchor operations.
D: The tower ladder can be used as a crane to “lift” a patient for life-saving purposes only.
Tower Ladder 99 arrives on scene of worker who fell in a shaft at a construction site. The IC orders them to set the rig up as a high point anchor. The Lieutenant would be correct to consider which one point below?
A: The preferred location of the high point anchor is the top of the bucket.
B: The landing pads of the bucket should only be used as a high point anchor as a last resort.
C:✔The metal stokes basket should be utilized at all high point anchor operations.
D: The tower ladder can be used as a crane to “lift” a patient for life-saving purposes only.
Explanation:
A. The preferred location of the high point anchor is UNDER the bucket.
B. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL the landing pads of the bucket be used as a high point anchor.
D. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD A tower ladder be used as a crane to “lift” a patient.
NEW INFO WHEN BULLETIN WAS RELAEASED IN OCTOBER 2019
Tower Ladder Ch 5 5.4
During aircraft fires a transitional attack could be utilized. Transitional attack is correctly described below in all choices except?
A: Initially, application of extinguishing agents are used offensively, then, as additional resources arrive,lines are transitioned to a defensive attack.
B: A 10-86 should be considered for aircraft fires and/or spills in addition to the crash box assignment on airport property. The use of Foam Tankers, and Satellites will be needed at a large aircraft fire and/or spill.
C: For aircraft incidents off airport property, a 10-60 and 10-86 should be considered.
D: First alarm Engine Companies might need to consider the use of large caliber foam or water streams depending on fire conditions, life hazards and exposures.
During aircraft fires a transitional attack could be utilized. Transitional attack is correctly described below in all choices except?
A:✔Initially, application of extinguishing agents are used offensively, then, as additional resources arrive,lines are transitioned to a defensive attack.
B: A 10-86 should be considered for aircraft fires and/or spills in addition to the crash box assignment on airport property. The use of Foam Tankers, and Satellites will be needed at a large aircraft fire and/or spill.
C: For aircraft incidents off airport property, a 10-60 and 10-86 should be considered.
D: First alarm Engine Companies might need to consider the use of large caliber foam or water streams depending on fire conditions, life hazards and exposures.
Explanation:
A) Initially, mass application of extinguishing agents are used DEFENSIVELY, then, as additional resources arrive, hose-lines are advanced for an OFFENSIVE attack.
B Note: In addition to Foam and Haz-Mat resources assigned on the 10-86, Incident Commanders should consider utilizing the two assigned Purple K Units on the 10-86 for fires involving metal components and/or fires involving hazardous materials stored on the aircraft.
C Note: The first arriving Engines should follow the procedures found in Training Bulletins Foam:
1) First arriving units should place a foam handline into operation.
2) First alarm units should obtain a positive water source and set up for a Foam Tanker.
AUC 325 6.6.1-6.6.3
Members of a Brooklyn ladder company are back at quarters discussing a fire in a Brownstone from earlier in the tour where a cornice was involved in fire. They made the following comments. Which one is incorrect?
A: When a cornice is exposed to heat or involved in fire, unless the exposure is minor, a cornice may become weakened and can suddenly, without warning, collapse at one end, swinging down across the front of the building injuring or killing firefighters at the other end.
B: A cornice is also a structure that can burn and spread fire.
C: If fire from any floor is auto-exposing and heating a cornice or has extended to the cornice, the rapid application of an exterior stream from a safe area may be utilized to limit the further weakening of the cornice and its connections.
D: Engine and ladder company operations may need to be conducted by flanking the front wall of the building or by operating only from “corner-safe” areas.
Members of a Brooklyn ladder company are back at quarters discussing a fire in a Brownstone from earlier in the tour where a cornice was involved in fire. They made the following comments. Which one is incorrect?
A:✔When a cornice is exposed to heat or involved in fire, unless the exposure is minor, a cornice may become weakened and can suddenly, without warning, collapse at one end, swinging down across the front of the building injuring or killing firefighters at the other end.
B: A cornice is also a structure that can burn and spread fire.
C: If fire from any floor is auto-exposing and heating a cornice or has extended to the cornice, the rapid application of an exterior stream from a safe area may be utilized to limit the further weakening of the cornice and its connections.
D: Engine and ladder company operations may need to be conducted by flanking the front wall of the building or by operating only from “corner-safe” areas.
Explanation:
A. When a cornice is exposed to heat or involved in fire, EVEN IF THE EXPOSURE IS MINOR, a cornice may become weakened and can suddenly, without warning, collapse at one end, swinging down across the front of the building injuring or killing firefighters at the other end.
NEW SAFETY BULLETIN AS OF APRIL 2022
Safety Bulletin 7 Ch 6 4, 5, 9.2, 9.5
For a fire on the first floor in a Place of Worship, the correct tactic/procedure can be found in which choice?
A: It’s not a must to ventilate the Rose window or side windows in conjunction with hoseline placement, its best to vent the window closet to the fire in conjunction with hoseline advancement and fire extinguishment
B: The first Ladder will ensure the cellar is examined for fire
C: When an Aerial Ladder is first to arrive, it should be set up in a corner safe area when possible
D: A properly positioned Tower Ladder can cover a building with a frontage of 125 feet
For a fire on the first floor in a Place of Worship, the correct tactic/procedure can be found in which choice?
A:✔It’s not a must to ventilate the Rose window or side windows in conjunction with hoseline placement, its best to vent the window closet to the fire in conjunction with hoseline advancement and fire extinguishment
B: The first Ladder will ensure the cellar is examined for fire
C: When an Aerial Ladder is first to arrive, it should be set up in a corner safe area when possible
D: A properly positioned Tower Ladder can cover a building with a frontage of 125 feet
Explanation:
Places of Worship (2019)
A- sec 7.2.1
B- The SECOND Ladder will ensure the cellar is examined for fire…sec 7.3.2
C- Aerial Ladders are to placed away from the immediate fire building in order to leave the area accessible for a TL….sec 7.4.2
D- A properly positioned Tower Ladder can cover a building with a frontage of 100 feet…sec 8.9
Natural vertical ventilation (ventilation without the use of fans), is an option at high rise office building fires and is accomplished by opening the doors at the top and bottom of the stairway once the fire is extinguished. This will increase the stack effect and assist in the removal of smoke via the stairway. Which of the following choices contains incorrect information?
A: Positive stack effect is the upward movement of air in a vertical shaft while negative stack effect is the downward movement of air in a vertical shaft.
B: Negative stack effect increases as the outside air temperature decreases in relation to the temperature inside the building. Positive stack effect may occur when the outside temperature is greater than the temperature inside the building.
C: Wind may overpower the stack effect. To obtain the greatest benefit from the stack effect, the doors at the top and bottom of the stairway must be opened when a stairway is used for smoke removal. The street floor near this stairway must also be vented to the outer air.
D: Fire towers are not recommended for use as fire attack stairs because they may draw the heat and smoke of the higher pressure area near the fire, towards the possible lower pressure area of the stairway.
Natural vertical ventilation (ventilation without the use of fans), is an option at high rise office building fires and is accomplished by opening the doors at the top and bottom of the stairway once the fire is extinguished. This will increase the stack effect and assist in the removal of smoke via the stairway. Which of the following choices contains incorrect information?
A: Positive stack effect is the upward movement of air in a vertical shaft while negative stack effect is the downward movement of air in a vertical shaft.
B:✔Negative stack effect increases as the outside air temperature decreases in relation to the temperature inside the building. Positive stack effect may occur when the outside temperature is greater than the temperature inside the building.
C: Wind may overpower the stack effect. To obtain the greatest benefit from the stack effect, the doors at the top and bottom of the stairway must be opened when a stairway is used for smoke removal. The street floor near this stairway must also be vented to the outer air.
D: Fire towers are not recommended for use as fire attack stairs because they may draw the heat and smoke of the higher pressure area near the fire, towards the possible lower pressure area of the stairway.
Explanation:
B) POSITIVE stack effect increases as the outside air temperature decreases in relation to the temperature inside the building. NEGATIVE stack effect may occur when the outside temperature is greater than the temperature inside the building.
The stack effect of vertical shafts could cause the movement of air into the building and not allow the smoke to escape to the exterior.
Horizontal ventilation by the removal or opening of windows - safety precautions shall be taken in the area that will be affected by falling glass shards.
Horizontal ventilation should be the last consideration as its effects are least likely to be beneficial.
HROB 6.3.8 D, E
Various size hoselines are acceptable at fireproof loft building fires based on the type of occupancy and conditions encountered. Which one provision mentioned is incorrect?
A: When the standpipe system is used in any fireproof residential loft building, the initial hoselines should have a lead length of 2-inch lightweight hose (with a 1 -inch tip).
B: In a residential fireproof loft, if hoselines are stretched from the apparatus in a building equipped with a standpipe, the use of 2 1/2 hose is not mandated.
C: When using a standpipe system for large fires in large, uncompartmented areas in a loft building, a lead length of 2 1/2 inch lightweight hose should be used.
D: For fire operations in non-residential fireproof loft buildings, initial hoselines shall be 2 1/2 inch.
Various size hoselines are acceptable at fireproof loft building fires based on the type of occupancy and conditions encountered. Which one provision mentioned is incorrect?
A:✔When the standpipe system is used in any fireproof residential loft building, the initial hoselines should have a lead length of 2-inch lightweight hose (with a 1 -inch tip).
B: In a residential fireproof loft, if hoselines are stretched from the apparatus in a building equipped with a standpipe, the use of 2 1/2 hose is not mandated.
C: When using a standpipe system for large fires in large, uncompartmented areas in a loft building, a lead length of 2 1/2 inch lightweight hose should be used.
D: For fire operations in non-residential fireproof loft buildings, initial hoselines shall be 2 1/2 inch.
Explanation:
A. When the standpipe system is used in a fireproof residential loft building, the initial hoselines MAY have a lead length of 2-inch lightweight hose (with a 1 -inch tip). HOWEVER, WHEN USING THE STANDPIPE SYSTEM FOR LARGE FIRES IN LARGE, UNCOMPARTMENTED AREAS IN ANY LOFT BUILDING, A LEAD LENGTH OF 2 1/2 INCH LIGHTWEIGHT HOSE SHOULD BE USED.
THIS WAS UPDATED IN MAY 2022
LOFTS 6.3.1, 6.3.2
Which duty of the 1st arriving Ladder Company is not in compliance with Department policy for a fire in a high rise office building?
A: Realize that due to the HVAC and stack effect, smoke can permeate the entire zone (up to 25 floors) and cause confusion as to the specific fire floor. Numerous reports of fire or smoke may be received and even the original alarm may be from the incorrect floor.
B: Proceed to a floor at least two floors below the fire floor using a “Fire Service” elevator. A firefighter equipped with a HT shall be assigned to remain with the elevator and to operate the elevator until relieved.
C: Upon arrival at the floor below the fire, determine if the reported fire floor is the correct location and return the elevator to the lobby to transport engine companies.
D: Determine the location of the fire on the fire floor and select the best attack stairway. Once selected, the Ladder Company Officer shall notify the IC of the identity of the attack stairway.
Which duty of the 1st arriving Ladder Company is not in compliance with Department policy for a fire in a high rise office building?
A: Realize that due to the HVAC and stack effect, smoke can permeate the entire zone (up to 25 floors) and cause confusion as to the specific fire floor. Numerous reports of fire or smoke may be received and even the original alarm may be from the incorrect floor.
B: Proceed to a floor at least two floors below the fire floor using a “Fire Service” elevator. A firefighter equipped with a HT shall be assigned to remain with the elevator and to operate the elevator until relieved.
C: Upon arrival at the floor below the fire, determine if the reported fire floor is the correct location and return the elevator to the lobby to transport engine companies.
D:✔Determine the location of the fire on the fire floor and select the best attack stairway. Once selected, the Ladder Company Officer shall notify the IC of the identity of the attack stairway.
Explanation:
D) Determine the location of the fire on the fire floor and COMMUNICATE with the ENGINE OFFICER to assist in determining the best attack stairway. Once selected, the ENGINE OFFICER shall notify the IC of the identity of the attack stairway.
HROB 8.3.1
The Drager 6500 CO meter is has been issued to units for monitoring Carbon Monoxide (CO) gas in ambient air. Which one feature of this meter is described incorrectly?
A: The Drager meter is always to remain on.
B: The alarm threshold 2 (A2) is activated at 100 PPM and cannot be acknowledged or be silenced.
C: The alarm threshold 1 (A1) is activated at 35 PPM and can be acknowledged and silenced by pressing the OK button.
D: The Drager CO meter will display reading up to 2000 PPM.
The Drager 6500 CO meter is has been issued to units for monitoring Carbon Monoxide (CO) gas in ambient air. Which one feature of this meter is described incorrectly?
A: The Drager meter is always to remain on.
B:✔The alarm threshold 2 (A2) is activated at 100 PPM and cannot be acknowledged or be silenced.
C: The alarm threshold 1 (A1) is activated at 35 PPM and can be acknowledged and silenced by pressing the OK button.
D: The Drager CO meter will display reading up to 2000 PPM.
Explanation:
B. The alarm threshold 2 (A2) is activated at 100 PPM and CAN BE acknowledged AND silenced BY PRESSING THE OK BUTTON.
THIS SPECIFIC FEATURE WAS UPDATED MARCH 2021
Haz Mat Ch 4 Addendum 2 2.1, 2.3, 2.5, 2.7
What is the primary in-building repeater channel for an FDNY programmed auxiliary radio communications system (ARCS)?
A: Channel 9
B: Channel 10
C: Channel 11
D: Channel 12
What is the primary in-building repeater channel for an FDNY programmed auxiliary radio communications system (ARCS)?
A: Channel 9
B: Channel 10
C:✔Channel 11
D: Channel 12
Explanation:
A. Tactical Secured
B. Command Secured
D. Secondary in-building repeater channel (ARCS)
CHAPTER UPDATED JULY 2020
Communication Ch 13 3.1
There are five major defects or faults in the construction of Places of Worship. The incorrect defect/fault can be found in which choice?
A: Collapse potential found in the later stages of the fire
B: Numerous concealed voids
C: The vast quantity of combustible material used in the truss roof construction
D: Lack of fire suppression and detection systems
E: Large open areas with limited or no fire stopping
There are five major defects or faults in the construction of Places of Worship. The incorrect defect/fault can be found in which choice?
A:✔Collapse potential found in the later stages of the fire
B: Numerous concealed voids
C: The vast quantity of combustible material used in the truss roof construction
D: Lack of fire suppression and detection systems
E: Large open areas with limited or no fire stopping
Explanation:
Places of Worship (2019) sec 1.3.11
A- Early collapse potential
There are certain tasks that a Fire Safety/Emergency Action Plan Director (FS/EAPD) can be expected to fulfill in the event of an emergency. Which of the following is incorrect?
A: The FS/EAPD is responsible for communicating with building occupants during emergencies utilizing the building’s Fire Alarm Communications System. Announcements should be made on a regular basis to keep occupants up-to-date on the progress of the incident.
B: First arriving units should request a briefing on any and all actions taken prior to their arrival.
C: Units should be aware that the FS/EAPD is authorized to implement the Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and take actions to ensure occupant safety.
D: FS/EAPS actions may include public announcements and evacuations. The use of elevators by building is not permissible.
There are certain tasks that a Fire Safety/Emergency Action Plan Director (FS/EAPD) can be expected to fulfill in the event of an emergency. Which of the following is incorrect?
A: The FS/EAPD is responsible for communicating with building occupants during emergencies utilizing the building’s Fire Alarm Communications System. Announcements should be made on a regular basis to keep occupants up-to-date on the progress of the incident.
B: First arriving units should request a briefing on any and all actions taken prior to their arrival.
C: Units should be aware that the FS/EAPD is authorized to implement the Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and take actions to ensure occupant safety.
D:✔FS/EAPS actions may include public announcements and evacuations. The use of elevators by building is not permissible.
Explanation:
D) FS/EAPS actions may include ELEVATOR RECALL, public announcements and evacuations. The use of elevators by building personnel to facilitate the movement of occupants IS permissible and should be anticipated under the EAP.
A Note: The Incident Commander can also direct the FS/EAPD to make announcements as necessary.
HROB Add 1 4
Following a major collision, if it becomes imperative to an involved tractor trailer, how many corners of the tractor trailer must be marked?
A: 2
B: 4
C: 6
D: 8
Following a major collision, if it becomes imperative to an involved tractor trailer, how many corners of the tractor trailer must be marked?
A: 2
B: 4
C:✔6
D: 8
Explanation:
THIS CHANGED FROM PREVIOUS VERSION OF THE SAFETY BULLETIN
OTHER THAN TRACTOR TRAILER, THE FOUR CORNERS OF INVOLVED VEHICLES GET MARKED
Safety Bulletin 3 10.2
Which consideration is not in accordance with Department policy when it comes to aircraft fire operations?
A: Overhaul should be conducted if needed; however, during this phase any potential evidence of a crime should be safeguarded as per FDNY procedures.
B: Engine Companies will need to ensure escape/egress paths are protected by large caliber streams and/or handlines. Handlines might also be needed to suppress fire inside the aircraft.
C: It is extremely crucial that Fire apparatus and/or handlines are positioned to ensure that escape/egress paths are protected.
D: Operations shall be conducted from an upwind position; in no case shall an attack be conducted from a downwind position.
Which consideration is not in accordance with Department policy when it comes to aircraft fire operations?
A: Overhaul should be conducted if needed; however, during this phase any potential evidence of a crime should be safeguarded as per FDNY procedures.
B: Engine Companies will need to ensure escape/egress paths are protected by large caliber streams and/or handlines. Handlines might also be needed to suppress fire inside the aircraft.
C: It is extremely crucial that Fire apparatus and/or handlines are positioned to ensure that escape/egress paths are protected.
D:✔Operations shall be conducted from an upwind position; in no case shall an attack be conducted from a downwind position.
Explanation:
D) Operations are typically from an upwind position; however, an attack from a downwind position is ACCEPTABLE when operations preclude an upwind attack and escape/egress paths need to be protected for the crew and passengers.
AUC 325 6.7.5, 6.7.6
How long shall the company journal be retained?
A: Indefinitely
B: 10 years
C: 15 years
D: 20 years
How long shall the company journal be retained?
A:✔Indefinitely
B: 10 years
C: 15 years
D: 20 years
Explanation:
UPDATED WITH RELEASE OF NEW BULLETIN APRIL 2022
Regulations Ch 15 15.2.2
The fourth arriving Ladder Company’s duties at a high rise office building fire are correctly indicated in all choices below except?
A: Upon arrival at the roof area, do not undertake roof ventilation unless ordered by the Incident Commander. Determine the identification of all stairways and elevator shafts so that when ordered, the correct ventilation can be carried out.
B: Conduct a primary search of the top five floors. Remove any occupants to a safe area or assure the occupants that they are safe to remain where they are. Remain in the roof area to monitor and report any changing condition until otherwise ordered by the IC.
C: A logical assignment after roof operations would be the lower floors of the elevator bank serving the top floor.
D: Operate under the control of the IC until the SAE Group is established, at which time they shall operate under the command of the SAE Group Supervisor.
The fourth arriving Ladder Company’s duties at a high rise office building fire are correctly indicated in all choices below except?
A: Upon arrival at the roof area, do not undertake roof ventilation unless ordered by the Incident Commander. Determine the identification of all stairways and elevator shafts so that when ordered, the correct ventilation can be carried out.
B: Conduct a primary search of the top five floors. Remove any occupants to a safe area or assure the occupants that they are safe to remain where they are. Remain in the roof area to monitor and report any changing condition until otherwise ordered by the IC.
C:✔A logical assignment after roof operations would be the lower floors of the elevator bank serving the top floor.
D: Operate under the control of the IC until the SAE Group is established, at which time they shall operate under the command of the SAE Group Supervisor.
Explanation:
C) A logical assignment after roof operations would be the UPPER FLOORS of the elevator bank serving the FIRE floor.
HROB 8.6
