Revision Questions

Question 1

What is the definition of a tactical withdrawal at an incident?

Answer 1

Crews removed from a specific danger in a safe, planned manner that does not require an emergency evacuation.

Question 2

When the decision is made to change to hand-held radio Channel 2 as the command channel, what action must be carried out?

Answer 2

The command unit staff must turn on “talk through” Channel 2 before using.

Question 3

On what occasions can channel 3 be utilised on hand-held radios?

Answer 3

Used under direction of the lClSector Commander for firefighter communications during specific tasks.

Question 4

Under what circumstances would a Firefighter Emergency message be sent?

Answer 4

Whenever it is established, or there is strong evidence to suggest, that one or more firefighters or personnel under the control of the LFB are unaccounted for and /or in need of rescue

Question 5

When can EDBA wearers be re-committed at a fire?

Answer 5

Only in very exceptional circumstances.

Question 6

Who has authorised access to the Scientific Support Unit other than the Driver/Operator?

Answer 6

The Scientific Advisor and HMEPO.

Question 7

The implementation of BA Main Control should be considered when which of the following conditions apply?

• More than one Stage One entry control point.
• More than 10 BA wearers are committed.
• Where the lC considers that the number of wearers likely to be committed warrants this level of control.
• When Stage Two entry control has been implemented.

Answer 7

Where the lC considers that the number of wearers likely to be committed warrants this level of control.

Question 8

What is the purpose of an Operations Commander?

Answer 8

Allow the lC to maintain a workable span of control when the incident develops.

Question 9

When is the use of mobile phones on the fire ground permissable?

Answer 9

Mobile phones may be used as appropriate by officers with specialist roles.

Question 10

You are mobilised as Monitoring Officer to a confirmed radiation incident. On arrival you question the lncident Commander in regard to their understanding of the radiation dose constraints for LFB personnel. What are the acceptable dose rates for LFB personel?

Answer 10

AII employees, regardless of sex, are limited to 1OmSv per year, with a single emergency exposure of ‘100mSv.

Question 11

At a fire where it is confirmed that acetylene cylinders are involved, in when is it permissible to reduce the 200m initial hazard zone?

Answer 11

Once the Cylinder Assessment Process (CAP) has been passed

Question 12

You are on duty, walking along a public thoroughfare on your own, when your EPD actuates. What should you do?

Answer 12

Withdraw from the area, contact Brigade Control, and send a “Radiation suspected” message

Question 13

You are mobilised as Monitoring Officer to a 6 pump fire involving a
parked Heavy Goods Vehicle containing a large quantities of fireworks , Which of the following statements is TRUE?

• lnitial crews attacking the fire close to the HCV must be rigged in BA and flash hoods
• Firefighting should be commenced from the front of the vehicle away from the freight compartment of the lorry
• As bulk fireworks do not pose a mass explosion hazard, firefighting can be commenced in relative safety
• Firefighters should not be committed to a vehicle fire involving explosives,unless their presence is essential.

Answer 13

Firefighters should not be committed to a vehicle fire involving explosives, unless their presence is essential

Question 14

At a confirmed asbestos incident where asbestos fibres are being freely released but no fire is present what PPE should be worn by crews working in the hazard zone?

Answer 14

GTS

Question 15

You are lncident Commander at a “high profile” confirmed acetylene cylinder incident. There are some members of the public who refuse to leave the hazard zone after every effort has been made to inform them of the risks. What would your actions be in regard to these people?

Answer 15

Detaiis of ihose people who refuse to leave should be passed to the senior Police Officer.

Question 16

When may a Group Manager carrying out the role of Monitoring
Officer leave an incident?

A. Once a “Fire Surrounded” message has been transmitted
B. Once reliefs have been implemented
C. Once a “Stop” message has been transmitted
D. Once they ensure that the incident management plan is achievable and covers
all foreseeable risks

Answer 16

D. Once they ensure that the incident management plan is achievable and covers
all foreseeable risks

Question 17

At protracted incidents USAR teams may be expected to work in shifts
of up to 12 hours. With regard to this statement, which of the following is
TRUE?

• Limits of 12hr shifts provide for the working parameters as stated in the Building (Dangerous Structures) Act 1984
• USAR teams are trained for this eventuality and it greatly enhances the continuity rn operations.
• lncidents categorised as USAR are not governed by legislation concerning working hours
• A 12 hr working shift is required due to limits on national USAR trained personnel.

Answer 17

USAR teams are trained for this eventuality and it greatly enhances the continuity rn operations.

Question 18

Who is responsible for carryingout a Performance Review of Operations (PRO) ?

Answer 18

The incident commander or the base Station Manager at a make up.

Question 19

Under what circumstances may a BA wearer work alone, remote from other firefighters?

Answer 19

When working at the head of an aerial appliance e.g. using a TL as a Water Tower

Question 20

ln regard to cylinder incidents, which of the following statements is
TRUE?
A. Heated acetylene cylinders must be cooled in situ for a minimum of t hour.
B. Heated acetylene cylinders must undergo the Cylinder Assessment Process within the first hour of cooling.
C. All cylinders have the potential to explode during the cooling process.
D. All cylinders can be considered safe after initial cooling in the first hour.

Answer 20

A. Heated acetylene cylinders must be cooled in situ for a minimum of t hour.

Question 21

You are the lncident Commander at a protracted 8 pump fire. Approximately how often should update messages be sent to Brigade Control?

Answer 21

Every 60 minutes

Question 22

Once the process has started, who has authority to downgrade a ‘Distress to Wearer’?

Answer 22

Duty SAI

Question 23

You are the Monitoring Officer at a water related incident. ln regard to the wearing of helmets inside the restricted zone, which of the following statements is TRUE?

A. Helmets must be worn by all staff at all times
B. Helmets may only be removed for cooling down purposes in a safe area
C. Helmets should be removed unless there is a risk of suffering head injury
D. Helmets must always be removed to prevent a neck injury in the event of accidental immersion

Answer 23

C. Helmets should be removed unless there is a risk of suffering head injury

Question 24

You are called as Monitoring Officer to a flat fire on the 1Oth floor of a residential building. Where would you expect the incident Commander to have established the Bridgehead?

Answer 24

ln an area of safety two floors below the fire floor, unless pre-planning demands otherwise.

Question 25

!n relation to the role of lncident Commander at high rise fires, which
of the following statements is correct?
A. The lC must be located at the bridgehead.
B. The lC is to take command of the bridgehead as soon as another officer arrives at the incident.
C. The lC is to remain at ground floor level unless pre-planning has identified a more appropriate location.
D. The lC must brief all BA crews before committing them into the incident.

Answer 25

C. The lC is to remain at ground floor level unless pre-planning has identified a more appropriate location.

Question 26

You are carrying out the role of Monitoring Officer at a fire involving “live” high voltage overhead power lines where dense smoke is rising to the conductors. Where should personnel avoid positioning themselves or their equipment?

Answer 26

Within a “corridor”‘10 metres either side of the power lines.

Question 27

At water related incidents the lncident Commander must, establish what size restriced zonewhere
practical ?

Answer 27

Establish a 3 metre restricted zone and ensure all personnel within the zone wear PPE and PFDs.

Question 28

You are lncident Commander at a USAR type incident and require the implementation of a USAR Safety Officer. What of the following would be deemed appropriate for this role?
A. Any Crew Manager or above, after receiving a full briefing from the UA and approval by the lC.
B. A USAR Advisor only
C. Any Station Manager or above
D. A USAR Responder, after receiving a full briefing from the UA and approval by the lC.

Answer 28

D. A USAR Responder, after receiving a full briefing from the UA and approval by the lC.

Question 29

You are the lncident Commander at a USAR type incident. Due to the incident circumstances representatives from the Health and Safety Executive are also in attendance. Is the following statement TRUE or False in regard to this agency?

lCs must ensure that they operate within the brigade’s incident plan and fully adhere to the National lncident Command system and safe systems of work.

Answer 29

It’s True

Question 30

ln relation to collapsed structures, is the following statement TRUE?

‘Framed’ buildings have a greater resistance to collapse and in general, failures that occur are more localised.

Answer 30

It’s true !

Question 31

In regard to use of Fire Lifts at high rise fires, which of the following statements is TRUE?
A. Once firefighting commences the Fire Lift should return to the ground floor to support the transport of further resources
B. Passenger lifts that are not designated as Fire Lifts use the same power supply as designated Fire lifts therefore robust pre-planning of Fire lift use is required
C. Fire Lifts are designed with a15o/o potential overload capacity for emergency service use
D. Once firefighting commences the Fire Lift should be taken to Bridgehead level so that it is available to transport any rescues quickly to ground floor Ievel.

Answer 31

D. Once firefighting commences the Fire Lift should be taken to Bridgehead level so that it is available to transport any rescues quickly to ground floor Ievel.

Question 32

ln regard to automatic sprinkler systems, which of the following statements is TRUE?
A. The water supply to an automatic sprinkler system must always be immediately augmented by the initial pumping appliances
B. lf extra water is needed at an incident, it should not be taken from the main supplylng the sprinklers unless it is of a large size.
C. Actuated sprinklers should normally be turned off in order that the fire may be fought with jets or spray branches.
D. Automatic sprinkler systems are fitted in all buildings over 60 metres in height (as of 2005 buildings over 50 metres in height)

Answer 32

B. lf extra water is needed at an incident, it should not be taken from the main supplylng the sprinklers unless it is of alarge size.

Question 33

Who is responsible for the overall control and co-ordination of any incident identified as having terrorist origins?

Answer 33

Police lncident Commander.

Question 34

For safety reasons, CBRN Rapid Response Team (RRT) DIM equipment may only be operated by whom?

Answer 34

Personnel who have undertaken the correct training

Question 35

ln cases where it is essential that the lncident Commander requires a Sector Commander to temporarily leave their post for a briefing, who must they be replaced by?

Answer 35

Someone with appropriate competence and authority to maintain continuity of supervision.

Question 36

What message should be sent when personnel need to be committed into water, mud, or ice?

Answer 36

Priority message “From……; at … … Firefighters entering water - lmplement water rescue procedure level 2, tactical mode Oscar”.

Question 37

When crews use a fire lift at a fire in a high rise building, where the location of the fire has not been established, What floor should crews exit the lift?

Answer 37

At least 2 floors below the suspected fire floor !

Question 38

There is an opportunity to carry out a Performance Review of Operations (PRO) following all incidents and simulations. however, a review must be undertaken after which of the following?
A An incident that required the attendance of other agencies or responders
B An accident at an incident that had required either a Long Report or a Senior Accident investigatior:.
C An incident involving an acetylene cylinder
D An incident that required a full Stop message

Answer 38

B An accident at an incident that had required either a Long Report or a Senior Accident Investigator:

Question 39

What is the minimum role that can undertake the function of Main Contro! Officer

Answer 39

Station manager

Question 40

Under what circumstances may an lncident Commander return a Command Unit (CU)?

Answer 40

Only if the CU is the 2nd CU at a 6 pump fire or above where additional command support is not requireci.

Question 41

At large incidents the lC may nominate a person to undertake responsiblility for the CU Team and functional support officers at the incident. What is this role known as?

Answer 41

Sector Commander Command Support

Question 42

Under what circumstances would incident ground radio Channel 2 be implemented at operational incidents?

Answer 42

Channel 2 should be initiated where Channel 1 is likely to be overused

Question 43

What is the minimum size of the cordon at an incident involving an lED in a car?

Answer 43

200 metres.