REGULATIONS Flashcards
Capt Schatz and Lieutenant Doyle are in the kitchen helping out a study group on the 6x9 tour by going over some of the regulations for the uniformed force. Out of the points that they listed, all were correct except which one?
A) When responding to an alarm, use one way streets against traffic for only one block when absolutely necessary.
B) Visitors shall not be permitted to remain in quarters after 2200 hrs.
C) Bulletin boards in facilities shall be used only for official department business or important information relating to approved departmental organizations.
D) Members on house watch duty shall maintain outer doors locked while company is in quarters.
ANSWER: A) When responding to an alarm, use one way streets against traffic for only one block when absolutely necessary. (INCORRECT STATEMENT)
- Use one way streets against traffic for MORE THAN ONE BLOCK when absolutely necessary.
Regulations 11 (11.1.17)
In which one of the following situations should the house watchman state over the intercom “Lieutenant, your presence is required at the house watch desk”?
A) Visit by BITS
B) Visit by EEO
C) Visit by DOI
D) Visit by Testing Unit
ANSWER: B) Visit by EEO
- BITS / DOI / Testing Unit = No announcement unless instructed
Regulations 20 (20.3.10)
When a firehouse is visited by EEO personnel for an EEO compliance inspection, it would be incorrect to state that?
A) EEO investigators, Officers and staff will present their ID and sign the company journal, but they may sign in using their employee ID number.
B) Members may be directed to gather in a common area like the kitchen while the investigation is conducted .
C) The units remain in service, and if an alarm is received requiring a single house unit or both units in a double house to respond, the EEO staff will terminate the inspection and leave the premises.
D) Once an inspection is terminated due to a response, it must be started from the beginning at another time.
ANSWER: D) Once an inspection is terminated due to a response, it must be started from the beginning at another time. (INCORRECT STATEMENT)
- Inspection can RESUME AGAIN or BEGIN AT ANOTHER TIME.
Regulations 20.3.10
Members whose drivers licenses have been suspended, revoked, expired or in any way considered invalid, shall not drive any department vehicles and shall forward a report to which choice listed below?
A) Chief of Department within 1 week of such occurrence
B) Chief of Personnel within 1 week of such occurrence
C) Chief of Department within 10 days of such occurrence
D) Chief of Personnel within 10 days of such occurrence
ANSWER: B) Chief of Personnel w/in 1 week of such occurrence
- MASSUCI
Regulations 13.4.20
According to the department Regulations, which choice below is incorrect?
A) When the department mechanic determines that repairs to the apparatus are needed, the Officer on duty shall promptly notify the dispatcher, BC and DC.
B) When the apparatus is out of quarters for any reason, and cross links of snow chains break or become loose, the Officer will have the apparatus stopped immediately and have the condition corrected by removing broken or loose links with the bolt cutter. Chains will be repaired upon return to quarters.
C) Hose on the apparatus should be removed, cleaned and repacked in the Spring and Fall of each year.
D) When hose is to be hung from a hose tower, it shall be suspended by the male coupling.
ANSWER: B) When the apparatus is out of quarters for any reason, and cross links of snow chains break or become loose, the Officer will have the apparatus stopped immediately and have the condition corrected by removing broken or loose links with the bolt cutter. Chains will be repaired upon return to quarters. (INCORRECT STATEMENT)
- EXCEPT WHILE RESPONDING TO FIRES OR EMERGENCIES.
Regulations 13.3.13
Officers on duty with Ladder companies responding to 2nd or greater alarms shall, when ordered into the fire building or into adjoining or adjacent buildings, require the inclusion of which tools from the list below?
A) LSR
B) Utility Rope
C) Hose Roller
D) Life Belt
E) Choices A, B and C only
F) All of the above
ANSWER: F) All of the above
“HULL”
H - Hose Roller
U - Utility Rope
L - LSR
L - Life Belt
Regulations 11 (11.3.23)
You have just reported to work for your day tour when you receive a ticket for a fire in a food processing plant a few blocks from the firehouse. After pulling up, you transmit a 2nd alarm for an advanced fire on arrival in a large commercial building. Your ECC informs you that the building engineer just told him that there is a danger of excessive pressure developing in the refrigeration system due to the proximity of the fire. The building engineer is also recommending the use of the emergency ammonia mixer. You would know that which one of your orders below was correct about the use of the ammonia mixer?
A) The volume of water to be supplied depends upon the capacity of the system and is indicated by the size of the pipe from the Siamese or inlet to the mixer. (Pipe 1 1/4” to 2 1/2” requires a volume of 50-100 gallons of water per minute)
B) The Officer on duty with the unit supplying water shall determine the necessary pressure to provide the required volume of water.
C) Control valve boxes shall be opened by a Fire Department alarm box key. Before water is started, the ammonia valve shall be opened fully.
D) Water shall be supplied to the mixer while danger of excessive pressure exist. Water supply shall not be shut down until the ammonia valve is open.
ANSWER: B) The Officer on duty with the unit supplying water shall determine the necessary pressure to provide the required volume of water.
Regulations 11 (11.5.17)
A - 100 to 700 GALLONS OF WATER PER MINUTE
B - Correct
C - AFTER water is started, open ammonia valve fully
D - Do not shut down water supply until ammonia valve is CLOSED
- Always disperse ammonia (start with water / end with water)
As a Lieutenant working in E254 you receive a memo from the Battalion Commander. You should have known that all of the items in the memo were correct except which one?
A) When responding to an alarm, drivers may proceed past a steady red signal, a flashing red signal or stop sign but only after slowing down as may be necessary for safe operation.
B) When turning corners, no apparatus should be driven in excess of 15 mph.
C) When responding to alarms, use one way streets against traffic for more than one block only when absolutely necessary.
D) Never attempt to pass another apparatus going in the same direction unless signaled to do sobs the Officer in command of the apparatus ahead.
E) Parkways or express highways shall never be used by apparatus responding to alarms.
ANSWER: E) Parkways or express highways shall never be used by apparatus responding to alarms. (INCORRECT STATEMENT)
Regulations 11 (11.11.17)
- Do not use parkways / expressways EXCEPT IN EMERGENCIES WHERE THEIR USE WOULD FACILITATE RESPONSE.
As the Officer on duty, you should know the guidelines for having visitors in quarters, including visits of school children to the firehouse. Out of the choices below, which is the only one that is in accordance with department regulations?
A) Visitors shall not be permitted to remain in quarters after 2100 hrs.
B) For 3rd and 4th graders, there must be at least 1 adult for every 20 children.
C) For 5th graders, there must be at least 1 adult for every 30 children.
D) For grades below 3rd, there must be at least 1 adult for every 5 children.
ANSWER: C) For 5th graders, there must be at least 1 adult for every 30 children.
Regulations 19 (19.2.14)
“415-3020”
Below 3rd grade = 1 adult for every 4 kids
3rd / 4th grade = 1 adult for every 15 kids
5th grade and above = 1 adult for every 30 kids
Scout troops = 1 adult for every 20 kids
- Visitors no more than 1 hour (Between 0900-1700 hrs)
- Visitors in quarters no later than 2200 hrs
According to FDNY Regulations, auxiliary fire protection equipment in tunnels, bridges, towers, shafts and approaches shall be inspected when?
A) Annually during August
B) Semi-annually during March and September
C) Semi-annually during April and October
D) Semi-annually during February and August
ANSWER: C) Semi-annually during April and October
Regulations 28 (5.1)
“BOAT” Bridges / October
April / Tunnels
Subway Emergency Exits = semi annually March / September
As an Officer discussing house watch duty with new members, you were correct in all statements except which?
A) Company commanders shall arrange and maintain schedules of assignments to house watch duty and a copy of such schedules should be posted at the house watch desk.
B) In company quarters housing more than one unit, house watch duty shall be performed by members of all such units alternating monthly.
C) Firefighters 6th grade with less than 180 days of service may perform house watch only between 0900 and 1800 provided that they are monitored by an Officer or an experienced member.
D) Company commanders shall designate a suitable area in the vicinity of the house watch in which the member doing house watch shall place their PPE an equipment.
ANSWER: C) Firefighters 6th grade with less than 180 days of service may perform house watch only between 0900 and 1800 provided that they are monitored by an Officer or an experienced member. (INCORRECT STATEMENT)
Regulations 20.1
- 6th grade FF with less than NINETY (90) days of service may perform house watch duty between (0900 and 2400 hrs)
In which of the following situations should the company officer place an apparatus out of service.
A) Electronic siren OOS / Air horn works / warning lights work
B) Electronic siren works / Air horn works / warning lights not working
C) Apparatus has flat tire
D) Apparatus department radio is OOS
E) Choice B & C only
F) All of the above situations result in placing apparatus OOS
ANSWER: E) Choice B and C only
Regulations 13.3.8
B) Electronic siren works / Air horn works /
warning lights not working (OOS)
C) Apparatus has flat tire (OOS)
- Apparatus must have BOTH audible device AND lights to be I/S.
- Apparatus CANNOT be operated with a flat tire.
- If department radio is OOS, Division will send a citywide radio.
As a covering Lt. expecting a visit from a group of school children on the 9x6 tour, you would know which statement to be most correct?
A) Visits shall be no more than 1 1/2 hours
B) Visits shall only be between 1000 and 1400 hours
C) All school visits must be arranged through the Division
D) All personnel on duty shall remain in apparatus quarters and assist in the observance of every precaution of safety, in addition to explaining fire department routine.
ANSWER: D) All personnel on duty shall remain in apparatus quarters and assist in the observance of every precaution of safety, in addition to explaining fire department routine.
A - Visits shall be no more than ONE (1) HOUR.
B - Visits shall be between 0900-1700 hrs
C - OFFICERS ON DUTY are authorized to arrange visits
Regulations 19.2.14)
Which choice below contains correct information regarding the company journal?
A) An accurate and current company roster shall be affixed to the inside front cover.
B) Pages 500 running back to 498 is used to record training sessions.
C) Pages 497 to 495 is used to record Chief visits.
D) Company journals shall be retained for 10 years.
ANSWER: A) An accurate and current company roster shall be affixed to the inside front cover.
500 - 498 (Chief visits)
497 - 495 (Training sessions)
Company journal retained for TWENTY (20) years
Regulations (15.2.1)
Engine companies are required to carry a minimum of how many lengths of hose rolled or folded?
A) 3 lengths of 2 1/2”, 3 lengths of 1 3/4” - one of which has nozzle connected.
B) 3 lengths of 1 3/4”, 4 lengths of 2 1/2” - one of which has nozzle connected.
C) 4 lengths of 2 1/2”, 3 lengths of 1 3/4” - one of which has nozzle connected.
D) 3 lengths of 2 1/2”, 4 lengths of 1 3/4 - one of which has nozzle connected.
ANSWER: D) 3 lengths of 2 1/2”, 4 lengths of 1 3/4 - one of which has nozzle connected.
Regulations 13.2.8
- This is what is normally carried (No less than 3 of each diameter hose with an additional length of 1 3/4” with nozzle attached)
- For winter operations add SIX (6) lengths of 2 1-2”
NORMALLY
ENGINE - 4L of 1 3/4” 3L of 2 1/2”
TRUCK - 3L of 1 3/4”
WINTER OPS
ENGINE - 4L of 1 3/4” 9L of 2 1/2” (additional 6 lengths)
TRUCK - 3L of 1 3/4” 6L of 2 1/2” (add 6 lengths to rig)
According to department regulations, when shall all motors and pumps of specital unit apparatus, stored in quarters, be operated?
A) Monday 9x for 15 minutes
B) Monday 9x or 6x for 15 minutes
C) MUD for 15 minutes
D) Tuesday 9x for 10 minutes.
ANSWER: A) Monday 9x for 15 minutes
Regulations 13.2.13
- Note this does not apply to apparatus OOS awaiting repairs.
A Company Officer conducting a surveillance inspection of a 2 story mixed occupancy with a pizzeria on the 1st floor and an apartment on the 2nd floor for the possible storage of fireworks would be correct to think that?
A) All areas of the building shall be inspected.
B) If fireworks are found, an NOV should be issued.
C) If fireworks are found, the Bureau of Fire Investigation shall be notified and NYPD called to the scene for confiscation and disposal.
D) If fireworks are found, a report shall be forwarded to the Chief of Operations.
ANSWER: C) If fireworks are found, the Bureau of Fire Investigation shall be notified and NYPD called to the scene for confiscation and disposal.
Regulations 12.1.9)
A - Only inspect NON LIVING AREAS
B - Issue a SUMMONS
D - Forward report to FIRE PREVENTION
A junior firefighter who is studying for Lt. asks you to articulate some correct responsibilities for Lieutenants and Captains. You state the following, however you should have corrected yourself in which point below?
A) Company Officers on duty shall immediately notify BC’s of all injuries and illnesses occurring in quarters, for necessary investigation by the BC.
B) When two or more Lieutenants are on duty in quarters housing more than one unit, they share responsibility for the discipline of all members while in quarters. The Officer senior in rank shall be primarily responsible.
C) Captains shall, when on duty in quarters housing more than one unit, be responsible for proper discipline of all members while in quarters.
D) Fire Officer’s shall report 15 minutes prior to the start of their tour in order to exchange information between the on duty Officer and the relieving Officer.
ANSWER: A) Company Officers on duty shall immediately notify BC’s of all injuries and illnesses occurring in quarters, for necessary investigation by the BC. (INCORRECT)
Regulations 10 (10.1.6, 10.2.5, 10.3.3, 10.3.4)
- Notify BC of all injuries in quarters (NOT ILLNESSES)
A junior firefighter asks you about the Ladder Pipe evolution. You make the following correct points about the Aerial Ladder pipe evolution except which one?
A) Ladder pipes shall be controlled from the base of the Ladder.
B) In the event that the ladder pipe becomes temporarily inoperable from the base, the ladder may be climbed in order to correct the position of the ladder pipe, provided that the Aerial Ladder is adjusted to the proper angle.
C) With water flowing and a man climbing the Aerial, the correct angle of the ladder will be when the horizontal distance between the tip of the Aerial and the center of the turntable is between 15’ to 25’ (70 to 80 degree angle)
D) No one shall be permitted to climb an Aerial with the tip of the ladder in an unsupported position, no exceptions.
ANSWER: D) No one shall be permitted to climb an Aerial with the tip of the ladder in an unsupported position, no exceptions. (INCORRECT STATEMENT)
Regulations 11 (11.4.12)
- EXCEPT IN EXTREME EMERGENCIES
According to Department Regulations, which of the following is the only correct choice?
A) Fire Officers shall report for duty 15 minutes prior to the start of their tour to exchange information between the on duty officer and the relieving officer. Should an alarm occur within that 15 minute period, the officer on duty shall respond to that alarm.
B) When responding to an alarm, drivers must make a full stop before proceeding past a steady red signal, a flashing red signal or stop sign.
C) When turning corners, no apparatus may be driven in excess of 15 mph.
D) Never attempt to pass another apparatus going in the same direction unless signaled to do so by the chauffeur in command of the apparatus ahead.
ANSWER: C) When turning corners, no apparatus may be driven in excess of 15 mph.
Regulations 10
A - RELIEVING OFFICER shall take in alarm
B - SLOW DOWN as necessary (don’t have to make full stop)
C - Turning corners (no more than 15 mph) Snow chains (apparatus no faster than 30 mph)
D - OFFICER IN COMMAND of apparatus ahead signals to pass
All of the following accurately indicates proper inspection of apparatus and equipment except?
A) On Monday 9x6 tours, special unit apparatus stored in quarters must operate their motors and pumps for at least 15 minutes.
B) A thorough inspection of the apparatus must be conducted by the officer with the chauffeur, after the roll call.
C) Hose must be removed, cleaned and repacked in the Spring and Fall but tested annually.
D) Masks must be inspected prior to the 0900 and 1800 roll calls, upon return to quarters after use, and operating test and inspection conducted immediately prior to the start of MUD.
ANSWER: D) Masks must be inspected prior to the 0900 and 1800 roll calls, upon return to quarters after use, and operating test and inspection conducted immediately prior to the start of MUD. INCORRECT STATEMENT)
Regulations 13 ( 13.3.29)
- Masks each day, immediately AFTER 0900 and 1800 roll calls.
- PRIOR to the start of MUD.
You are about to wrap up your day at E313, however you are awaiting relief for a covering officer when you receive a response for a structural fire. After transmitting a 10-18 for a 10-26, you return to quarters at 1805 hours. Which flagging column entry should you use when recording this type of response in the company journal?
A) OT
B) CV
C) SP
D) OM
ANSWER: C) SP
Regulations 10 (10.3.4)
Company Journal page 11
It’s almost lunch time when you receive a ticket for a car fire. After extinguishing the fire, you transmit a 10-18 for a 10-24 and you also transmit a 10-41-3. You would know that which action from the list below is correct?
A) The IC shall attempt to notify the owner.
B) If notification of the owner is not possible, the dispatcher shall be requested to inform the police communications bureau of the make, model, license number and location of the vehicle.
C) Do not perform the actions listed in choices A and B
D) Taking actions A and B would be correct in this situation.
ANSWER: C) Do not perform the actions listed in choices A and B
Regulations 11 (11.3.15)
*Fire OTHER THAN an abandoned derelict vehicle or when 10-41-3 is given, you would perform choices A and B
“MMLL” Make / Model / License # / Location (give for reg. car fire)
As a brand new Lt. you should know that all of the following points below regarding Regulations chapter 13 are correct except which one?
A) Engine companies shall carry no less than 3 lengths of 2 1/2” hose and no less than 3” of 1 3/4” hose rolled or folded. Additionally each Engine shall ensure that an extra length of 1 3/4” hose with nozzle attached is stored in the apparatus.
B) Ladder companies shall carry no less than 3 lengths of 1 3/4” hose rolled or folded.
C) Each Monday on the 9x6 tour, the company commander shall order the operation of all motors and pumps of special unit apparatus stored in quarters for 10 minutes.
D) When procuring the meal, companies will be limited to their first due area and must complete this task within 45 minutes.
ANSWER: C) Each Monday on the 9x6 tour, the company commander shall order the operation of all motors and pumps of special unit apparatus stored in quarters for 10 minutes. (INCORRECT STATEMENT)
Regulations 13 (13.2.13)
- FIFTEEN (15) MINUTES
You are a company officer who is sitting on the rig at 1900 hours while the members are shopping for the meal when a person approaches you and states that the theater across the street would not let her in because they are already overcrowded with too many people. In this situation you would be most correct to?
A) If it is in your district, promptly inspect the complaint.
B) Promptly inspect the complaint regardless of whose district it is.
C) Inspect the theater on your next BISP period.
D) Immediately phone the administrative BC.
ANSWER: D) Immediately phone the administrative BC.
Regulations 12 (12.1.6)
In order to safeguard property while operating at fires, the following procedures shall be complied with. Which of these procedures is incorrect?
A) When members find articles of value, such articles will be turned over to their immediate supervisory officer, who in turn shall deliver them to the officer in command.
B) When operations are completed, the officer in command must have the premises safeguarded by members until custodianship is turned over to the owner, occupant, PD or responsible person.
C) When applicable the battalion lock can be used to secure commercial premises. The battalion lock can be used for minor incidents as well as 10-75s and other emergencies.
D) If a fire occurs in a vehicle other than an ADV or one for which a 10-41-3 has been transmitted, the IC shall attempt to notify the owner. If this is not possible, the dispatcher shall be requested to inform the police communications bureau of the make, model, license number and location of the vehicle.
ANSWER: C) When applicable the battalion lock can be used to secure commercial premises. The battalion lock can be used for minor incidents as well as 10-75s and other emergencies. (INCORRECT STATEMENT)
Regulations 11
BATTALION LOCK CAN BE USED:
- Minor incident (NOT A 10-75)
- No other damage to building
- Nothing unusual (not a break in)
- Key stays on rig
- Verify ID or call police
Officers of units reporting to the Command Post shall report in alone after instructing their members to stand at least how many feet away?
A) 15
B) 20
C) 25
D) 30
ANSWER: C) 25
Regulations 11
How many minutes prior to the start of the tour must fire officers report in order to exchange information between the on duty and relieving officer?
A) 10 minutes
B) 15 minutes
C) 20 minutes
D) Officers shall report at the start of their tour.
ANSWER: B) 15 minutes
Regulations 10
With water flowing and a man climbing the Aerial, the correct angle of the ladder will be that when the horizontal distance between the tip of the ladder and center of the turntable is between __________________?
A) 10 - 15 feet (65 to 75 degree angle)
B) 15 - 20 feet ( 70 to 80 degree angle)
C) 15 -25 feet (70 to 80 degree angle)
D) 20 - 30 feet (65 to 75 degree angle)
ANSWER: C) 15 -25 feet (70 to 80 degree angle)
Regulations 11
Large capacity ammonia refrigeration systems are provided with an emergency ammonia mixer for the purpose of mixing ammonia with water and discharging it into the sewer lines. The volume of water to be supplied depends upon the capacity of the system and is indicated by the size of the pipe from the Siamese or inlet to the mixer. Pipe 1 1/4” to 2 1/2” requires a volume of ______ to ______ gallons of water per minute.
A) 100 to 500
B) 100 to 700
C) 200 to 500
D) 200 to 700
ANSWER: B) 100 to 700
Regulations 11
Mutual exchanges of tours shall be governed by the following: Approved Mxs of tours should not be considered valid if either member will be on any type of leave or detail for which member has been notified more than _____ days prior to the first date of the MX.
A) 3
B) 5
C) 7
D) 10
ANSWER: C) 7
Regulations 17
Visits of school children in groups to firehouses, while the company is present, shall follow a policy of cooperation with the Board of Education and other recognized educational institutions. Officers on duty are authorized to make arrangements for such visits and see that the following regulations are complied with. Which is the only correct choice from the list of regulations below?
A) 2nd grade and lower = 1 adult for every 5 children
B) 3rd and 4th grade = 1 adult for every 10 children
C) Scout troops = 1 adult for every 15 children
D) 5th grade and over = 1 adult for every 30 children
E) Visits shall be no more than one hour in duration and between 0900 and 1800 hrs.
F) A minimum of 2 firefighters and the officer on duty must remain in apparatus quarters to assist in the observance of every precaution for the safety of visitors.
ANSWER: D) 5th grade and over = 1 adult for every 30 children
Regulations 19
A - 2nd grade and lower = 1 for every 4
B - 3rd and 4th = 1 for every 15
C - Scout troops = 1 for every 20
D - 5th and over = 1 for every 30
E - Visits no more than 1 hour / BETWEEN 0900 and 1700 hrs
F - ALL members must remain in apparatus quarters to assist.
You have just returned to quarters with your Engine Company after operating at a 10-75. A civilian approaches you on the apron and states that she lives at the house the FDNY just operated at for the 10-75 and is claiming that her private property is missing. It should be noted that she believes the FDNY stole her private property. You would know to take which action below?
A) Notify the Inspector a Generals Office
B) Notify the BC on duty responsible for the fire report.
C) Advise the complainant to notify the PD
D) Notify the administrative BC on duty, who missed the job because of another response.
ANSWER: B) Notify the BC on duty responsible for fire report.
Regulations 11 (11.3.16)
- When information involving lost private property is received AFTER the FDNY leaves the scene of an operation, the BC on duty in battalion responsible for the fire report shall be notified.
You have just returned to quarters with your Engine Company after operating at a 10-75. A civilian approaches you on the apron and states that she was a secretary at the building the FDNY just operated at for the 10-75 and is claiming that her purse is missing. She is concerned because her office was the one area of the building not involved in fire. Furthermore, she is claiming that she witnessed a FF going through her desk drawer through the office window. You would know to take which action below?
A) Notify administrative BC
B) Notify administrative DC
C) Notify BC responsible for the fire report.
D) Notify the DC assigned to the box.
ANSWER: C) Notify BC responsible for the fire report
(Regulations 11.3.16)
- When information involving lost private property is received AFTER the FDNY leaves the scene of an operation, the BC on duty in battalion responsible for the fire report shall be notified.
You are a Lt. working a 6x9 tour in Engine 5 when at 2300 hours a civilian stops by quarters to report an overcrowding problem at a theater a few blocks from the firehouse. In this situation, you would be most correct to immediately?
A) Investigate the complaint with the apparatus and special call the Battalion if there is in fact an overcrowding situation.
B) Telephone the administrative Battalion
C) Telephone the administrative Division
D) Request the Department of Buildings to meet you at the scene
ANSWER: B) Telephone the administrative Battalion
*Promptly inspect UNLESS IT IS A PLACE OF AMUSEMENT then call BC.
(Regs 12 - 12.1.6)
As the officer on duty you should know the guidelines for having visitors in quarters, including visits of school children to the firehouse. Out of the choices below, which is the only one that is in accordance with department regulations?
A) Visitors shall not be permitted to remain in quarters after 2100 hours.
B) For 3rd and 4th graders there must be at least 1 adult for every 20 children.
C) For 5th grade and above, there must be at least 1 adult for every 30 children.
D) For grades below 3rd, there must be at least 1 adult for every 5 children.
ANSWER: C) For 5th grade and above, there must be at least 1 adult for every 30 children.
“415-3030”
Below 3rd grade = 1 adult for every 4 kids
3rd/4th grade = 1 adult for every 15 kids
5th grade and above = 1 adult for every 30 kids
Scout troops = 1 adult for every 20 kids
- Visits by school children should be no more than 1 hour and between 0900 and 1700 hrs.
- Visitors shall not be permitted to remain in quarters after 2200 hours.
(Regs ch 19 19.2.14)
As a covering Lt. expecting a visit from a group of school children on the 9x6 tour, you know which statement to be most correct?
A) Visits shall be no more than 1 1/2 hours.
B) Visits shall only be between 1000 and 1400 hours.
C) All school visits must be arranged through the division.
D) All personnel on duty shall remain in apparatus quarters and assist in the observance of every precaution for safety, in addition to explaining fire department routine.
ANSWER: D) All personnel on duty shall remain in apparatus quarters and assist in the observance of every precaution for safety, in addition to explaining fire department routine.
A - No more than ONE HOUR
B - Between 0900 and 1700
C - OFFICERS ON DUTY are authorized to arrange visits.
(Regs 19.2.14)
Which choice below contains correct information regarding the company journal?
A) An accurate and current company roster shall affixed inside the front cover.
B) Pages 500 running back to 498 is used to record training sessions.
C) Pages 497 to 495 is used to record Chief visits.
D) Company journals shall be retained for 10 years.
ANSWER: A) An accurate and current company roster shall affixed inside the front cover.
B - 500 to 498 = Chief visits
C - 497 to 495 = Training sessions
D - Company journals kept for 20 years.
(Regs 15.2.1 R)
As a brand new lieutenant, you should know that all of the following points below regarding Regulations chapter 13 are correct except which?
A) Engine companies shall carry no less than 3 lengths of 2 1/2” hose and no less than 3 lengths of 1 3/4” hose rolled or folded. Additionally each Engine shall ensure that an extra length of 1 3/4” hose with nozzle attached is stored in the apparatus.
B) Ladder companies shall carry no less than 3 lengths of 1 3/4” hose rolled or folded.
C) Each Monday on the 9x6 tour, the company commander shall order the operation of all motors and pumps of special unit apparatus stored in quarters for 10 minutes.
D) When procuring the meal, companies will be limited to their first due area and must complete this task within 45 minutes.
ANSWER: C) Each Monday on the 9x6 tour, the company commander shall order the operation of all motors and pumps of special unit apparatus stored in quarters for 10 minutes. (INCORRECT)
- Special unit apparatus should be run for FIFTEEN (15) MINUTES each Monday 9x6 tour.
(Regs chapter 13 13.2.13 and 13.4.13)
According to Regulations chapter 13, which choice below is incorrect?
A) When the department mechanic determines that repairs to the apparatus are needed, the officer on duty shall promptly notify the dispatcher, the battalion chief, and the deputy chief.
B) When the apparatus is out of quarters for any reason, and cross links of snow chains break or become loose, the officer will have the apparatus stopped immediately and have the condition corrected by removing broken or loose links with the bolt cutter. Chains will be repaired upon return to quarters.
C) Hose on the apparatus should be removed, cleaned, and repacked in the Spring and Fall of each year.
D) When hose is to be hung from a hose tower, it shall be suspended by it’s male coupling.
ANSWER: B) When the apparatus is out of quarters for any reason, and cross links of snow chains break or become loose, the officer will have the apparatus stopped immediately and have the condition corrected by removing broken or loose links with the bolt cutter. Chains will be repaired upon return to quarters. (INCORRECT)
*When the apparatus is out of quarters for any reason, EXCEPT while responding to fires or emergencies.
(Regs ch 13 13.3.13)
According to department regulations, when shall all motors and pumps of special unit apparatus, stored in quarters, be operated?
A) Monday 9x for 15 minutes.
B) Monday 9x or 6x for 15 minutes.
C) MUD for 15 minutes.
D) Tuesday 9x for 10 minutes.
ANSWER: A) Monday 9x for 15 minutes.
- Note: This does not apply to apparatus out of service awaiting repairs.
(Regulations 13.2.13)
Members whose driver’s licenses have been suspended, revoked, expired or in any way considered invalid, shall not drive any department vehicles and shall forward a report to ______________________?
A) The Chief of Department within 1 week of such occurrence.
B) The Chief of Personnel within 1 week of such occurrence.
C) The Chief of Department within 10 days of such occurrence.
D) To the Chief of Personnel within 10 days of such occurrence.
ANSWER: B) The Chief of Personnel within 1 week of such occurrence
- Chief of Personnel - Massucci
(Regs 13.4.20)
Company officers play a vital role in the proper administration of the units under their command. Which of the following regulations is not in accordance with Department procedures?
A) Captains, when detailed to companies, assume the duties and responsibilities of the company commander.
B) Changes involving company policy or administrative routine shall not be made by the detailed captain unless approved by the assigned company commander or ordered by the battalion commander.
C) During an extended leave of absence of the assigned company commander, the senior lieutenant in rank, assigned to the unit, shall assume the duties and responsibilities of the company commander; provided that, no other captain is detailed to the unit.
D) Company officers shall immediately notify battalion chiefs of all injuries occurring in quarters.
ANSWER: B) Changes involving company policy or administrative routine shall not be made by the detailed captain unless approved by the assigned company commander or ordered by the battalion commander. (INCORRECT)
- Unless approved by the assigned company commander or ordered by the DIVISION commander
(Regulations Ch 10: 10.1.7, 10.2.2, 10.3.3)
Your engine company is taking up from the scene of a CFR response where you treated an elderly male for shortness of breath. As you’re about to leave the scene, the patients daughter approaches you and states that $500 is missing from her dresser drawer. You then take the following actions. Which one is incorrect?
A) You immediately direct your members to search the premises from which the $500 is reported missing.
B) While your members are searching, you obtain from the complainant the information required on the form BF-26.
C) If it is alleged that the property was taken by a fire department employee, the Inspector General must be notified.
D) If the $500 is not found, but it is not alleged that it was take by a fire department employee, you direct the complainant to notify the Police Department.
ANSWER: B) While your members are searching, you obtain from the complainant the information required on the form BF-26. (INCORRECT)
- IF THE PROPERTY IS NOT FOUND, AND THE COMPLAINANT ALLEGES THAT THE PROPERTY WAS AT THE SCENE PRIOR TO THE ARRIVAL OF THE FIRE DEPARTMENT, the IC must obtain from the complainant, information required on form BF-26.
(Regulations Ch 11: 11.3.16)
Responses to alarms shall be made with all proper speed consistent with safety. Officers shall not converse with the chauffeurs, except when necessary to:
- Regulate the speed of apparatus
- Determine the route to be taken
- Relay information received by radio
- Discuss the related CIDS information on the ticket. Which choices listed above are correct?
A) 1,2,3,4
B) 1,2
C) 1,3,4
D) 1,2,3
ANSWER: D) 1,2,3
ACRONYMN: “SIR”
S - Speed
I - Info
R - Route
(Regulations 11: 11.1.13)
According to FDNY regulations, auxiliary fire protection equipment in tunnels and on bridges, also towers, shafts, and approaches, shall be inspected when?
A) Annually during August.
B) Semi-annually during March and September.
C) Semi-annually during April and October.
D) Semi-annually during February and August.
ANSWER: C) Semi-annually during April and October.
- Code = BOAT Bridges/October April/Tunnels
(Regs 28 5.1)
B - Subway emergency exits = semi-annually March/September.
You have just returned to quarters with your engine company after operating at a 10-75. A civilian approaches you on the apron and states that she lives at the house the FDNY just operated at for the 10-75 and is claiming that her private property is missing. It should be noted that she believes the FDNY stole her private property. You would know to take which action below?
A) Notify the Inspector General’s office
B) Notify the BC on duty responsible for the fire report
C) Advise the complainant to notify the police department
D) Notify the administrative BC on duty, who missed the job because of another response.
ANSWER: B) Notify the BC on duty responsible for the fire report
(Regulations 11, 11.3.16)
Visits of school children in groups to firehouses, while company is present, shall follow a policy of cooperation with the Board of Education and other recognized educational institutions. Officers on duty are authorized to make arrangements for such visits and see that the following regulations are complied with. Which is the only correct choice from the list of regulations below?
A) 2nd grade and lower = 1 adult for every 5 children
B) 3rd and 4th grade = 1 adult for every 10 children
C) Scout troops = 1 adult for every 15 children
D) 5th grade and over = 1 adult for every 30 children
E) Visits shall be no more than one hour duration between 0900 and 1800 hours.
F) A minimum of two firefighters and the officer on duty must remain in apparatus quarters to assist in the observance of every precaution for the safety of visitors.
ANSWER: D) 5th grade and over = 1 adult for every 30 children
(Regulations 19)
“415-2030”
A - 2nd grade and lower = 1 adult for every 4 children
B - 3rd and 4th grade = 1 adult for every 15 children
C - Scout Troops = 1 adult for every 20 children
D - 5th grade and over = 1 adult for every 30 children
E - Visits 1 hour duration / Between 0900 and 1700
F - ALL members must remain in apparatus quarters to assist.
Large capacity ammonia refrigeration systems are provided with an emergency ammonia mixer for the purpose of mixing ammonia with water and discharging it into the sewer lines. The volume of water to be supplied depends upon the capacity of the system and is indicated by the size of the pipe from the Siamese or inlet to the mixer. Pipe 1 1/4” to 2 1/2” requires a volume of _____ to ______ gallons of water per minute?
A) 100 to 500
B) 100 to 700
C) 200 to 500
D) 200 to 700
ANSWER: B) 100 to 700
Regulations 11
With water flowing and a man climbing the aerial ladder, the correct angle of the ladder will be that when the horizontal distance between the tip of the ladder and center of turntable is between _____________?
A) 10 - 15 feet (65 to 75 degree angle)
B) 15 - 20 feet (70 to 80 degree angle)
C) 15 - 25 feet (70 to 80 degree angle)
D) 20 - 30 feet (65 to 75 degree angle
ANSWER: C) 15 - 25 feet (70 to 80 degree angle)
Regulations 11 / 11.4.12
True or false? Company officers shall immediately notify Battalion Chiefs of all injuries occurring in quarters.
A) True
B) False
ANSWER: A) True
Regulations 10
Officers of units reporting to the Command Post shall report in alone, after instructing their members to stand at least how many feet away?
A) 15
B) 20
C) 25
D) 30
ANSWER: C) 25
Regulations 11 / 11.3.25
According to department regulations which is the only correct choice from the list below?
A) Fire officers shall report for duty 15 minutes prior to the start of their tour to exchange information between the on duty officer and the relieving officer. Should an alarm occur during that 15 minute period, the officer on duty shall respond to that alarm.
B) When responding to an alarm, drivers must make a full stop before proceeding past a steady red signal, a flashing red signal or stop sign.
C) When turning corners no apparatus may be driven in excess of 15 mph.
D) Never attempt to pass another apparatus going in the same direction unless signaled to do so by the chauffeur in command of the apparatus ahead.
ANSWER: C) When turning corners no apparatus may be driven in excess of 15 mph.
- Corners = no more than 15 mph
- Snow chains = apparatus no faster than 30
(Regs 10 and 11)
A - RELIEVING officer shall respond to alarms received in 15 minute period where information if being exchanged between officers.
B - Apparatus DOES NOT have to make full stop at red lights, flashing red lights or stop signs. Slow down as necessary for safe operation.
D - Don’t attempt apparatus going in same direction unless signaled to do so by the OFFICER in command of the apparatus ahead.
When a firehouse is visited by EEO personnel for an EEO compliance inspection, it would be incorrect to state that?
A) EEO investigators, officers, staff will present their FDNY ID and sign the company journal, but they may sign in using their employee ID number.
B) Members may be directed to gather in a common area like the kitchen while the investigation is conducted.
C) The units remain in service, and if an alarm is received requiring a single house unit or both units in a double house to respond, the EEP staff will terminate the inspection and leave the premises.
ANSWER: D) Once an inspection is terminated due to a response, it must be started from the beginning at another time. (INCORRECT)
(Regs 20.3.10)
- Inspection can RESUME AGAIN or BEGIN AT ANOTHER TIME.
In which one of the following situations should the housewatch person state over the intercom “Lieutenant, your presence is required at the housewatch desk”?
A) Visit by BITS
B) Visit by EEO
C) Visit by DOI
D) Visit by Testing Unit
ANSWER: B) Visit by EEO
(Regs 20.3.10)
- CHOICES A/C/D (DONT SAY ANYTHING UNLESS TOLD TO DO SO)
All of the following accurately indicate proper inspection of apparatus and equipment except which?
A) On Monday 9x6 tours, special unit apparatus stored in quarters must operate their motors and pumps for at least 10 minutes.
B) A thorough inspection of the apparatus must be conducted by the officer with the chauffeur after the roll call.
C) Hose must be removed, cleaned and repacked in the spring and fall, but tested annually
D) Masks must be inspected after the 0900 and 1800 roll calls, upon return to quarters after use and an operating test and inspection conducted immediately prior to the start of MUD.
ANSWER: A) On Monday 9x6 tours, special unit apparatus stored in quarters must operate their motors and pumps for at least 10 minutes.(INCORRECT)
(Regulations 13.2.13)
- Operate motors and pumps for AT LEAST 15 MINUTES
- Masks checked AFTER 0900 and 1800 and PRIOR to MUD
Engine companies are required to carry a minimum of how many lengths of hose rolled or folded?
A) 3 lengths of 2 1/2”, 3 lengths of 1 3/4” one of which has nozzle
B) 4 lengths of 2 1/2”, 3 lengths of 1 3/4” one of which has nozzle
C) 3 lengths of 1 3/4”, 4 lengths of 2 1/2” one of which has nozzle
D) 3 lengths of 2 1/2”, 4 lengths of 1 3/4” one of which has nozzle
ANSWER: D) 3 lengths of 2 1/2”, 4 lengths of 1 3/4” one of which has nozzle
(Regulations 13.2.8)
- For winter operations add 6 lengths of 2 1/2” hose
A company officer conducting a surveillance inspection of a 2 story mixed occupancy with a pizzeria on the 1st floor and an apartment on the 2nd floor for the possible storage of fireworks would be correct to think that?
A) All areas of the building shall be inspected
B) If fireworks are found, an NOV should be issued
C) If fireworks are found, the Bureau of Fire Investigation shall be notified and NYPD called to the scene for confiscation and disposal.
D) If fireworks are found, a report shall be forwarded to the Chief of Operations.
ANSWER: C) If fireworks are found, the Bureau of Fire Investigation shall be notified and NYPD called to the scene for confiscation and disposal.
(Regulations 12.1.9)
A - ONLY INSPECT NON LIVING AREAS
B - Issue a SUMMONS
C - Correct
D - Forward report to FIRE PREVENTION
You are a company officer who is sitting on the rig at 1900 hrs while the members are shopping for the meal when a person approaches you and states that the theatre across the street would not let her in because they are already overcrowded with too many people. In this situation, you would be most correct to?
A) If it is in your district, promptly inspect the complaint
B) Promptly inspect the complaint regardless of who’s district it is
C) Inspect the theatre on your next BISP period
D) Immediately phone the Administrative Battalion
ANSWER: D) Immediately phone the Administrative Battalion.
- Places of amusement
(Regulations 12.1.6)
You have just returned from a 10-75 when a civilian approaches you on the apron and states that she was a secretary at the building in which the fire occurred and her pocket book is missing. She is concerned because her office was the one area of the building with no fire damage, however she claims she saw through her office window a firefighter searching through her desk drawer. As a sharp student you would know to notify which of the following below?
A) The Administrative Battalion Chief
B) The Administrative Deputy Chief
C) The Battalion Chief on duty in the Battalion responsible for the report of the operation.
D) The Deputy Chief assigned to the box.
ANSWER: C) The Battalion Chief on duty in the Battalion responsible for the report of the operation.
(Regulations 11.3.16)
- Notify 1st due BC
As a lieutenant working in E-254, you receive a memo from the Battalion Commander. You should have known that all of the items in the memo were correct except one. Which choice is incorrect?
A) When responding to an alarm, drivers may proceed past a steady red signal, a flashing red signal or stop sign, but only after slowing down as may be necessary for safe operation.
B) When turning corners no apparatus should be driven in excess of 15 mph.
C) When responding to alarms, use one way streets against traffic for more than one block only when absolutely necessary.
D) Never attempt to pass another apparatus going in the same direction unless signaled to do so by the officer in command of the apparatus ahead.
E) Parkways or express highways shall not be used by apparatus responding to alarms, no exceptions.
ANSWER: E) Parkways or express highways shall not be used by apparatus responding to alarms, no exceptions.(INCORRECT)
(Regulations 11.11.17)
- Do not use parkways/expressways EXCEPT IN EMERGENCY WHERE THEIR USE WOULD FACILITATE RESPONSE.
Officers on duty with ladder companies responding to second or greater alarms shall, when ordered into the fire building or into adjoining or adjacent buildings, require the inclusion of which tools from the list below?
A) LSR
B) Utility rope
C) Hose roller
D) Life belt
E) All of the above
ANSWER: E) All of the above
(Regulations 11, 11.3.23)
“HULL” When going to Roof of fire building
H - Hose roller
U - Utility rope
L - LSR
L - Life belt
A junior firefighter asks you, the lieutenant, about the ladder pipe evolution. You make the following correct points about the Aerial Ladder pipe evolution except which one?
A) Ladder pipes shall be controlled from the base of the ladder.
B) In the event that the ladder pipe becomes temporarily inoperable from the base, the ladder may be climbed in order to correct the position of the ladder pipe, provided that the aerial ladder is adjusted to the proper angle.
C) With water flowing and a man climbing the ladder, the correct angle of the ladder will be that when the horizontal distance between the tip of the ladder and the center of turntable is between 15’ to 25’ (70 to 80 degree angle)
D) No one shall be permitted to climb an aerial ladder with the tip of the ladder in an unsupported position, no exceptions.
ANSWER: D) No one shall be permitted to climb an aerial ladder with the tip of the ladder in an unsupported position, no exceptions. (INCORRECT)
(Regulations 11, 11.4.12)
- EXCEPT IN EXTREME EMERGENCIES no one should climb aerial
A junior firefighter who is studying for promotion, asks you to articulate some correct responsibilities for Lieutenants and Captains. You state the following, however you should have corrected yourself in which point below?
A) Company Officers on duty shall immediately notify BCs of all injuries and illnesses occurring in quarters, for necessary investigation by the BC.
B) When two or more lieutenants are on duty in quarters housing more than one unit, they shall share responsibility for the discipline of all members while in quarters. The officer senior in rank shall be primarily responsible.
C) Captains shall, when on duty in quarters housing more than one unit, be responsible for the proper discipline of all members while in quarters.
D) Fire officers (line) shall report for duty 15 min prior to the start of their tour in order to exchange information between the on duty officer and the relieving officer.
ANSWER: A) Company Officers on duty shall immediately notify BCs of all injuries and illnesses occurring in quarters, for necessary investigation by the BC. (INCORRECT)
(Regulations 10, section 10.1.6, 10.2.5, 10.3.3, 10.3.4)
- Notify BC of ALL INJURIES in quarters (not illnesses)
You have just reported into work for your day tour when you receive a ticket for a fire in a food processing plant a few blocks from the firehouse. After your arrival you transmit a 2nd alarm for an advanced fire on arrival in a large commercial building. Your ECC informs you that the building engineer just told him that there is a danger of excessive pressure developing in the refrigeration system due to the proximity of the fire, the engineer is recommending the use of the emergency ammonia mixer. You would know that which one of your orders from the list below was correct about the use of the ammonia mixer?
A) The volume of water to be supplied depends upon the capacity of the system and is indicated by the size of the pipe from the Siamese or inlet to the mixer. (Pipe 1 1/4” to 2 1/2” requires a volume of 50 to 100 gallons of water per min)
B) The officer on duty with the unit supplying water shall determine the necessary pressure to provide the required volume of water.
C) Control valve boxes shall be opened by a Fire Department alarm box key. Before water is started, the ammonia valve shall be opened fully.
D) Water shall be supplied to the mixer while danger of excessive pressure exists. Water supply shall not be shut down until the ammonia valve is open.
ANSWER: B) The officer on duty with the unit supplying water shall determine the necessary pressure to provide the required volume of water.
(Regulations 11 section 11.5.17)
A - 100 TO 700 GALLONS OF WATER PER MINUTE
C - AFTER water is started, open ammonia valve fully
D - Do not shut down water supply until ammonia valve is CLOSED
- Always disperse ammonia
- Start with water and end with water
In which of the following situation(s) should the company officer place an apparatus out of service. (More than 1 correct)
A) Electronic siren OOS, air horn works, warning lights work.
B) Electronic siren works, air horn works, warning lights not working
C) Unit apparatus has a flat tire
D) Apparatus department radio is out of service
ANSWER: B and C require you to go OOS
B) Electronic siren works, air horn works, warning lights not working
C) Unit apparatus has a flat tire
- Apparatus must have both audible device AND lights to be in service. Apparatus cannot operated with flat tire. If department radio is OOS, Division will send a citywide radio.
(Regs 13.3.8)
