SI Test 2 Flashcards
Which of the following tactics is not in accordance with FDNY policy in reference to Engine Company Operations?
A: When operating the first hoseline at an operation through a fire escape into the fire apartment, all members inside the apartment must exit the apartment to a safe area of refuge before the attack is initiated
B: When operating hoselines through partition walls of an adjoining apartment, make the holes at waist level
C: Unless the presence of a potential life hazard requires the immediate stretching of a second line, the second engine shall augment and assist the first engine
D: In one and two story structures where the amount of hose required is four lengths or less, the need to assist on the first hoseline is not as great and engine companies are generally capable of stretching and operating individually
C Explanation: A. 8.2.4 A B. 8.2.4 A C. Confirmed life hazard 8.4 D. 8.7 Engine Company Operations chapter 8
At a fire in a place of worship, taking into account the many variables that may be encountered, tower ladders are positioned correctly in all choices below except?
A: Generally, the primary position of the 1st arriving tower ladder is in front of the fire building, able to reach the Rose window in a corner safe position when possible.
B: When the building faces on two streets and the front of the building is covered by a tower ladder, then place an additional tower ladder to cover the other street front.
C: Additional tower ladders should be positioned so that the fire can be cut off and driven back to the point of origin.
D: When an apparatus is a rear mount aerial ladder, place it immediately in front of the fire building in order to supplement operations.
D
When an apparatus is a rear mount aerial ladder, place it AWAY FROM the immediate fire building in order to leave the area accessible for a tower ladder.
PW 7.4.2
The correct climbing angle for a ground ladder can be found in which choice? A: approximately 25-35 degrees B: approximately 45-55 degrees C: approximately 65-75 degrees D: approximately 85-95 degrees
C
Explanation:
A simple formula used to obtain a 75 degree angle is to place the base of the ladder at a distance from the vertical plane equal to 1/4 the total working length of the ladder. The working length is the distance from the base of the ladder to the top of its support
Ladders 1 sec 7.3
Safety at the scene of a collapse is the single most important consideration during the operation. Which safety consideration listed below is incorrect?
A: Do not enter any danger zones except to save life.
B: At all explosions and major collapses, the first arriving ladder company shall ensure the immediate area is monitored for the presence of radiological/chemical agents.
C: First alarm units shall stretch hoselines to protect entire collapse area.
D: D. First alarm units duties include controlling utilities by shutting down the main building service entrance controls, and ensure the dispatcher has requested the response of the utility company’s emergency crew.
Explanation:
B. At all explosions and major collapses, SOC UNITS shall ensure the immediate area is monitored for the presence of radiological/chemical agents.
Collapse 4.4
An engine company chauffeur may be assigned to operate the fire pumps at a 10-76. Which point below is accurate regarding FDNY use of these devices?
A: If found in the open position, bypass valves shall be left alone.
B: By-pass valves are closed by turning counter-clockwise.
C: A loss of 25% can be expected if a 6” riser is left open.
D: Fire pumps should be located in the cellar or sub-cellar. Lines connected to them should be painted red.
D
Explanation:
Fire Fighting Procedures High Rise Office Bldgs. A-Sec. 4.1.2 D, they should be closed if found in open position. B-Sec. 4.1.2 D, Closed by turning clockwise. C-Sec. 4.1.2 E, 45% remember (456) 45% on a 6” riser. D-Sec. 4.1.8 B, note books say SHOULD be painted red.
Engine members responding to an EMS run for a burn injury suspected that the burn victim was operating an illegal, clandestine lab. Upon the discovery of any type of lab all of the following notifications shall be made except?
A: Battalion and Deputy Chief
B: Request Haz Mat to respond
C: NYPD
D: Fire Prevention
D
Explanation:
Bureau of Fire Investigation (BFI)
ERP Add 3, Explosive and Incendiary Incidents sec 8.7.5
Which of the following Engine Company tactics to be employed in Cast-Iron and Mill Loft Buildings is not entirely correct?
A: Initial hoselines shall be 2 ½ inch.
B: After two lines have been stretched up a stairway, additional lines should be stretched via alternate stairways (if available), exterior rope stretches, or fire escapes. Interconnected buildings may also provide access.
C: Segmental arch floors exposed to fire should be extinguished by using the reach of the stream to operate directly overhead.
D: High ceilings and large un-compartmented areas can mask high heat conditions. Be aware of the possibility of heat and smoke passing overhead and fire breaking out behind the operating hoseline.
C
Explanation:
Segmental arch floors exposed to fire can spall violently and possibly fail when struck by water from a hoseline below. Use the reach of the stream and DO NOT operate the stream directly overhead.
D Note: The last member on the hoseline must maintain surveillance of the area to the rear. Similarly, a member positioned at the interior entrance to the fire area should monitor conditions.
Loft 6.1.1-6.1.3, 6.1.8
What shape is the key that is used to open Subway Emergency Exits? A: Triangle B: Square C: Circle D: Rectangle
A
Explanation:
There are two different types of Subway Emergency Exits. 1) Standard emergency exit (flush with the sidewalk), 2) Upright subway emergency exit (located in the side of a structure)….
***Both exits opened with a subway emergency tool, the Triangle key
Under River Rail Operations sec 2.5.1
Units arrive at the scene of a fire in a taxpayer with a bowstring truss roof. The company officer of the first ladder company has the following thoughts. Which one is incorrect?
A: These structures have a characteristic hump-like roof profile where the roof appears to rise up from below the parapet wall to tower above it. The longer the span the higher the bow.
B: When the bowstring truss was originally designed, engineers used certain assumptions pertaining to the compressive strength of wood.
C: Updated calculations have revealed that bowstring truss roofs may only support 40% of the load they were originally designed to hold.
D: When a snow load drifts behind a raised parapet wall it creates a eccentric, unbalanced, concentrated load and can create an overload on the trusses.
Explanation:
B. When the bowstring truss was originally designed, engineers used certain assumptions pertaining to the TENSILE strength of wood.
Taxpayers 3.3.3 A; B; C
The Department-issued Prehospital Care Report (PCR) is a three-part form and contains protected health information, which by law is confidential. Which of the following is an inaccurate statement in regard to documentation and recordkeeping of a Prehospital Care Report?
A: Receiving a patient history from the patient is considered contact and a PCR is required
B: Part One, the original, is to be forwarded to the Office of Medical Affairs through the bag by the end of each tour
C: Part two is the Research Copy and is to be retained at Quarters and must be secured by the Company Officer in the Company files at all times
D: Part Three is the Hospital Patient Record Copy and if completed, is be given to the EMS Unit operating at the scene. If Part Three is not given to the EMS Unit, it shall be secured at Quarters with part Two in the Company files
D Explanation: CFR-D Manual Chapter 5 Documentation 1.2.2 A 1.1.1 1.1.2 If Part Three is not given to the EMS Unit, it shall be forwarded with the original to OMA. 1.1.3
