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SPRING 2019 BC Quiz #1 Flashcards

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  1. The primary tactical consideration for fires in buildings with bowstring truss should be
    exterior operations in which of the following situation(s)? (More than one correct)
    A. Vacant buildings
    B. Large fire
    C. Advanced fire
    D. Timber trusses are on fire
    E. Underside of the roof is on fire
    F. Contents fire on the first floor in a building where trusses are hidden by a ceiling
A
  1. A,B,C,D,E (TP 5.5.25 B, C, D) (F—only if fire is in the truss space)
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  1. Regarding operations in buildings with lightweight open web steel joists, it is incorrect to
    state?
    A. These joists are normally spaced from 3’-5’ apart
    B. These joists have little inherent fire resistance
    C. Do not cut the roof of buildings with these joists
    D. Limit vertical vent to removal of skylights and scuttles
A
  1. A (TP 5.5.26 H) (A—4’-6’)
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3. Gypsum concrete weighs approximately \_\_\_\_\_\_ pounds per square foot?
A. 17.5
B. 25
C. 100
D. 135
A
  1. A (TP 5.5.26 H)
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  1. Regarding gypsum roof decks, it is incorrect to state that?
    A. They are vulnerable to moisture
    B. Members shall not be committed to interior or exterior operations with these roofs
    C. Their presence is indicated by a white powdery residue during saw operations
    D. If a white powdery residue is observed during saw operations, immediately notify the Roof
    Sector Supervisor and IC and evacuate the roof
A
  1. B (TP 5.5.26 H) (B—Interior ops can be conducted from area of safety)
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  1. Regarding trench cuts at taxpayers, it is incorrect to state?
    A. A trench is an opening made between two exterior walls or other firestops like shafts,
    chimneys, bulkheads, or scuttles
    B. The width of a trench should be at least 3’ wide
    C. Trenches may be cut in any direction
    D. The main purpose of a trench is provide an additional ventilation point
A
  1. D (TP 5.6.1—5.6.2, 5.6.6) (D–to prevent fire from passing the trench)
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  1. Where fire has seriously involved a major portion of a cockloft, emphasis should be placed
    on cutting?
    A. A trench
    B. Ventilation holes
A
  1. B (TP 5.6.3)
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  1. A Roof Sector Supervisor can start a trench where he / she sees the necessity for it. In this
    situation, it is mandatory to immediately notify the IC?
    A. Agree
    B. Disagree
A
  1. Agree (TP 5.6.4)
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  1. A trench as a defensive measure may be advisable when successful operations are doubtful
    at a cellar fire or serious first floor fire and it is feared fire may eventually extend to the cockloft.
    A. Agree
    B. Disagree
A

D
8. Agree (TP 5.6.5)
5.6.5 Trench cuts may be useful depending on fire conditions. In the event of a cellar
fire or a serious first floor fire where successful operations are doubtful and it is
feared that fire may eventually extend into the cockloft, a trench as a defensive
measure may be advisable.

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  1. An IC should transmit a second alarm at a taxpayer fire in which situation(s)?
    A. Store fire extends to the cockloft
    B. Store fire extends to another store
    C. Advanced cellar fire
    D. Advanced store fire requiring two handlines
A
  1. A,B,C (TP 5.7.4) (D—Extra engine and ladder)
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10. A properly positioned tower ladder can cover a taxpayer frontage of \_\_\_ feet?
A. 60
B. 80
C. 100
D. 120
A
  1. C (TP 5.7.6)
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  1. Portable ladders should be placed on 1-story taxpayers? (More than one correct)
    A. On all sides, with at least two on the front of the building
    B. To provide egress from the roof
    C. To indicate boundaries of the fire building
    D. To indicate the location of division walls
A
  1. A,B,C,D (TP 5.7.7, 5.7.8)
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  1. In which situation should additional chiefs be used to coordinate sectors?
    A. The taxpayer fronts on multiple streets
    B. Extensive and critical roof operations with a heavy commitment of units
    C. Units operating on multiple levels—cellar, 1st floor, 2nd floor
A
  1. A,B,C,D (TP 5.7.7, 5.7.8)
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  1. A Battalion Chief arrives first at a fire in an 8-story commercial building (Like Macy’s
    Department Store) and finds the building has a Fire Command Station. Because fire is on the top
    floor, the first BC should establish the ICP ?
    A. At the Fire Command Station
    B. Outside the building to get a better view of fire conditions
A
  1. A (TP 5.8.2, 5.8.3)
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  1. 2 ½” hose lines are required at all taxpayer store fires whether there are light, medium, or
    heavy fire conditions.
    A. Agree
    B. Disagree
A
  1. Disagree (TP 7.1.2) (Medium or heavy only)
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  1. At taxpayer fires, which engine tactic would be incorrect?
    A. Supplying a sprinkler is a high priority after establishment of the initial line and a backup
    line
    B. 1 ¾” hose lines may be used in exposures if compatible with fire conditions
    C. Consider using a cellar pipe or distributors from the roof if difficulty is encountered in
    gaining entry
    D. Consider making a small hole in the security door and removing the window for stream
    operations if difficulty is encountered in gaining entry
A
  1. A (TP 7.1.4) (After establishment of the initial line only)
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  1. If pulling of ceilings is impossible due to fire conditions or ceiling construction, withdraw
    all members and operate a hose line into a trench cut to confine the fire.
    A. Agree
    B. Disagree?
A
  1. Agree (TP 7.1.8)
17
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  1. At a taxpayer cellar fire, which engine tactic is incorrect?
    A. If there is an interior stair, and conditions permit, the first line must be stretched to this
    point
    B. The first line should advance down the interior stairs only if the fire is minor
    C. The cellar sprinkler siamese should be supplied, if it exists.
    D. The last member on the hose line in the cellar should maintain surveillance of the area to
    the rear
A
  1. B (TP 7.2.2. A, D, F, I)
18
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  1. The last resort at a cellar fire is to?
    A. Stretch lines into adjoining cellars and operate through holes in partitions
    B. Use cellar pipes and distributors through first floor holes
    C. Flood the first floor with a Stang or tower ladder pipe
    D. Use High Ex Foam
A
  1. C (TP M, O, P, Q)
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19. Which Engine must ensure a hose line is stretched to feed the sprinkler system siamese at a
taxpayer cellar fire?
A. First Engine
B. Second Engine
C. Third Engine
D. Fourth Engine
A
  1. C (TP 7.2.3 C)
20
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20. Which Engine must ensure a hose line is stretched to feed the sprinkler system siamese at a
taxpayer store fire?
A. First Engine
B. Second Engine
C. Third Engine
D. Fourth Engine
A
  1. C (TP 7.3.5 A)

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