SI Test 3 Flashcards
Of the following choices, which contains incorrect information regarding the Department’s policy of hooking up to hydrants during in-line pumping (ILP) procedures?
A: The hydrant selected for ILP must be on a 6” or larger main.
B: During Water Alert, ILP shall not be used unless absolutely necessary.
C: Necessary fittings to connect to a hydrant shall be preconnected to the 3½” supply hose on the pumper.
D: In order to implement ILP procedures in a more rapid fashion, the supply line used for ILP may be preconnected to an inlet of the pumper.
D
Explanation:
In order to prevent injuries or damage to hose or equipment, the supply line SHALL NOT be preconnected to an inlet of the pumper.
Evol 1A Notes 2,6,7
When requesting an ambulance, Companies MUST provide all of the following information to the dispatcher for relay to EMD with the exception of \_\_\_\_\_\_. A: CUPS status B: Sex C: Chief complaint D: Pulse AND respiratory rate
B Explanation: CFR-D Manual Chapter 2 sec 3.11.2 Age Also if CPR was initiated
When collecting evidence to be used in determining cause and origin of a fire, there are specific methods that should be used to avoid contamination of any samples. Which of the following items should be avoided during evidence collection to prevent contamination? A: Plastic Bags B: Plastic Containers C: Clean glass jars D: New Paint Cans
B
Explanation:
TRAINING BULLETINS – ARSON DETECTION
B IS CORRECT - Try to avoid the use of plastic containers. Vapors may escape through plastic and evidence may be contaminated by the deterioration of the plastic container. 5.3.3
A – Plastic Bags can be used in an emergency. 5.3.4
C - If a new paint can is not available, use a clean glass jar. 5.3.2
D - 5.3.1
When operating in a confined space all members must be breathing air from the SCBA unless the atmosphere is proven non-hazardous via continuous meter readings. Which of the following conditions would be considered a safe atmospheric condition? A: 19% Oxygen concentration B: 10% LEL flammable range C: 36 PPM CO D: 20 PPM Hydrogen Sulfide
B
Explanation:
Safe atmospheric conditions:
O2 between 19.5% and 23.5%
Flammable Range: Not over 10% LEL
Toxicity: Not over 35 PPM of CO
Toxicity: Not over 10 PPM of Hydrogen Sulfide
Confined Space 4.1
Which Tower Ladder (TL) operation is incorrect?
A: When operating with a 75’ or 95’ TL, a 6’ hook may be utilized as a gauge to determine if the outriggers will clear all obstructions
B: If the apparatus is not level, lower the jacks and outrigger on the low side first, followed by the jacks and outrigger on the high side until the green lights indicate that all stabilizers are properly deployed
C: To assess clearance between parked cars, LCCs can use the “knuckle” at the bottom of the outrigger an initial marker
D: The preferred placement of manual pins for outriggers shall be at the lowest hole available once extended. The preferred placement of manual pins for jacks shall be at the highest slot available once extended
A
Explanation:
When operating with a 75’ TL, a 6’ hook may be utilized as a gauge to determine if the outriggers will clear all obstructions. This method MAY NOT BE USED WITH A 95’ TL as the clearence needed for the outrigger to an obstruction is 6’ 8”
Ladders 6 ch 1
Of the following choices, which contains incorrect information regarding in-line pumping (ILP) operations?
A: Pumpers shall use 3½” inch hose as the initial supply line from the hydrant to the pumper.
B: Not more than 6 lengths of hose shall be used in the initial supply line.
C: Time permitting, a 2½” gate should be attached to the hydrants 2½” outlet for possible augmentation if necessary. This is particularly effective when the hydrant being used for ILP is nearby (3 lengths or less).
D: When intake pressure drops below 10 psi, the pump operator shall have his intake supply augmented.
D
Explanation:
When intake pressure drops below 15 psi, the pump operator shall have his intake supply augmented.
Evol 1A Notes 3,4,5,11
A new lieutenant should be familiar with the proper parking of apparatus during Building inspection. Which choice below is not in accord with Safety Bulletin 3, regarding rig placement while on inspection duties?
A: Always park the apparatus as close to the curb as possible.
B: When inspections are being made on a dead end street, position the apparatus in the direction of response.
C: Only double park the apparatus as a last resort.
D: The wheels shall be chocked when parked on any inclined road.
C
Explanation:
Safety Bulletins 3 A-second paragraph B-top of page 2 C-Never double park. 2nd paragraph, page 1. D-Bottom page 2.
In which of the situations below is a written notification necessary to the Bureau of Investigation and Trials (BITS)? (CORRECT)
A: Capt. A receives notification that a member of his company has been arrested.
B: Lt. B receives notification that a member on light duty has been signing out early and not attending Physical Therapy.
C: Capt. C is alerted to a fight between two members of her company in the kitchen.
D: Lt. D discovers members drinking in the backyard of the firehouse.
B
Explanation:
AUC 268A – NOTIFICATION TO THE IG AND BITS
B IS CORRECT – 4.1.5 – Misuse or misappropriation of department time is a written notification to BITS.
A – 3.1.3 – Arrest of employees is immediate notification to BITS
C – 3.1.2 – Physical altercations among members are immediate notification to BITS
D – 3.1.1 – On-duty incidents involving possession or use of drugs or alcohol.
When operating in the vicinity of airbags our members should always treat the area around the airbag as if they have not deployed. Members should remain at least \_\_\_ from the driver airbags. A: 5" B: 10" C: 15" D: 20"
B Explanation: Side 5”: Shortest word shortest length Driver 10”: Middle word middle length Passenger 20”: Longest word longest length
Disentanglement 2.6
Choose the incorrect placement of a portable ladder
A: When placed at a window the tip shall be level with window sill
B: When placed at a roof the tip shall be at least 5 feet above the roof or parapet
C: When placed alongside a fire escape on a building wall the tip shall be 1 to 3 feet above the fire escape railing
D: When placed against a fire escape the tip shall be slightly above the fire escape railing
B
Explanation:
At least 2 feet above the roof or parapet
Ladders 1 sec 7.4
