SPRING 2019 WEEK 10 Flashcards
1
Q
- A ladder company drilling on the deployment of the Fire Window Blanket would be correct
to state which one of the following choices? (Evolution 33 3.3.3, 4.1, 4.3, 4.4)
A. Firefighters deploying the blanket from a window above the fire apartment must not
remove the window to deploy the blanket unless absolutely necessary.
B. Only ladder companies or SOC units may be used to deploy the blanket.
C. Due to the length of the supporting straps, the blanket may only be lowered from one floor
above the fire. The blanket is only large enough to cover one window.
D. Just after the blanket is put in place, the IC must make a HT announcement to all units. All
units must be instructed to report any adverse conditions caused by the blanket being put in
place.
A
A
2
Q
- A firefighter arriving on the floor above a fire in which the KO Curtain may be deployed
took the following steps in order to obtain an accurate description of the effect the wind may
have in the fire apartment. Which step was taken incorrectly? (Evolution 34 3.2.1)
A. He forced entry into the apartment above the fire and immediately closed the door after
entering the apartment.
B. He communicated the layout of the apartment to the officers in the fire apartment.
C. He evaluated the wind condition and relayed his findings to the IC and officers on the fire
floor.
D. He removed the window bars and child guards from the window to be used for KO Curtain
deployment.
A
A
3
Q
- The firefighter in the previous question is now preparing to deploy the curtain. Of the
following steps taken, which one was taken properly? (Evolution 34 5.2, 5.3, 5.4, 5.7)
A. Prior to deployment the firefighter had his SCBA in Standby Mode, ready to use if the fire
or smoke auto exposed into the apartment above.
B. Since window bars blocked the window directly above the target window, he chose an
adjacent window to deploy the curtain from.
C. The KO Curtain was deployed in the horizontal position.
D. Once he and the receiving firefighter were in position and ready to deploy the curtain, the
2
nd ladder officer was notified.
A
D
4
Q
- Con Edison supplies high-pressure steam to nearly 2,000 buildings from 96th Street to the
Battery in Manhattan through more than 100 miles of buried high-pressure steam pipe. Choose
an incorrect choice regarding these high-pressure systems. (1.1, 1.2, 4.2)
A. The steam is generated in plants located in Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens and is piped
underground to the users in Manhattan.
B. Concrete slabs typically cover steam vaults with access manholes placed in threes.
C. Con Edison is not the only entity generating high-pressure steam in NYC. High-pressure
steam, generated for use in hospitals, housing complexes and various commercial locations may
be found in any borough.
D. Under ground steam pipes are most commonly wrapped in asbestos insulation which will
likely result in an asbestos release over a large area if the piping is damaged.
A
B
5
Q
- A Lieutenant drilling with his members on high-pressure steam emergencies states the
following points. In which statement was he incorrect? (2.1, 3.1)
A. Leaking steam presents as a white mist.
B. Steam pressures in generating plants can be as high as 2,000 psi with temperatures reaching
900 degrees F.
C. Steam pressures in the buried supply piping and in supplied buildings can be as high as 170
psi and temperatures as high as 350 degrees F.
D. Water slugs, which can cause damage to the piping, can be pushed through the piping by
the steam at speeds as high as 200 mph.
A
A
6
Q
- Ladder 3 arrives at the scene of a reported steam leak in the street. The officer notices a
Con Edison vent stack with a blue stripe placed over a manhole. The officer would be correct to
know that the blue stripe indicates which choice? (4.3)
A. Con Edison employees are working inside the manhole.
B. The steam issuing from the manhole is the result of a leaking steam main.
C. The steam is the result of a water leak.
D. An adjacent building has suffered a High Energy Line Break.
A
C
7
Q
- Manhattan units respond to report of smoke in a high-rise building. Upon arrival units
determine the building has a High Energy Line Break (HELB), which is filling the building with
superheated steam. The Chief orders your unit to shut the steam to the building. You would be
correct to take which action? (4.4)
A. Shut the Inside Service Valve, found in the steam control room.
B. Shut the curb valve, located in the vicinity of the main entrance.
C. Shut the building steam shutoff located outside the building near the location of the utility
room.
D. Shut the street valve, if it is able to be located.
A
A
8
Q
- FDNY units are operating at the scene of a High-Energy Line Break in the street on
Lexington Avenue. The break caused an explosion, damaging surrounding buildings and filling
the area with debris. At this operation, units would be correct to take all but which one of the
following actions? (4.2)
A. Establish a Staging Area where units will not become contaminated by asbestos and where
communications are effective.
B. Approach the HELB from upwind and stay clear of the vapor plume.
C. Consider evacuating buildings from the rear or side entrances to avoid the Exclusion Zone.
D. Consider activating the HVAC systems of nearby buildings to provide fresh air to the
occupants.
A
D
9
Q
- According to CIMS, a major steam emergency will have what type of Command?
(AUC 276 Addendum 1 1.1)
A. Single Command, with FDNY as the primary agency.
B. Single Command, with NYPD as the primary agency.
C. Unified Command, with FDNY and NYPD as the primary agency.
D. Single Command, with Con Edison as the primary agency.
A
C
10
Q
PART III - REGULATIONS CHAP. #17, 19 & 20
1. Of the following leaves of absence how many shall be deducted from a member’s annual
leave balance? (17.1.8)
1) Emergency leave extensions (not repaid within 90 days)
2) Special leaves with pay
3) Leaves for legal appearances not involving City business
4) Bereavement leaves
5) Military leaves not exceeding 30 days annually
6) Leaves for legal appearances that involve City business
A. 6 B. 5 C. 4 D. 3
A
D
123
11
Q
- Special Leaves of absence (without pay) shall be applied for in writing at least
hours in advance of such leave, and include all pertinent information and reasons for request.
(17.5.1)
A. 24 B. 48 C. 72 D. 96
A
A
12
Q
- Members shall be granted an Emergency Leave for a serious illness of all but which family
member listed below? (17.4.1)
A. The child of a member
B. The father-in-law of a member
C. The sister of a member
D. The mother of a member
A
B
13
Q
- Captain Johnson has four Military Veterans on his company roster. Which member(s)
would not be eligible to earn compensatory time on the upcoming Memorial Day? (May be more
than one correct) (17.5.5)
A. FF Jones, whose group is scheduled to work the 9x6 tour, but is off on a mutual.
B. FF James, whose group is not scheduled in for the 9x6, but is working a mutual.
C. FF Smith, whose group is not scheduled to work the 9x6 tour, but has been hired for
MSOT.
D. FF Thomas, whose group is scheduled to work the 9x6 tour, but is on Military Leave.
A
B
14
Q
- Commanding Officers shall forward Veteran’s Reports (BP-93) withindays after
the date the veteran’s holiday duty was performed. The form shall be prepared in.
(17.5.6)
A. 7 / duplicate
B. 7/triplicate
C. 4 / duplicate
D. 4 / triplicate
A
D
15
Q
- During a Roll Call a Lieutenant and her members are discussing the rules of Vacation
leaves. Which statement made was incorrect? (17.7.1, 17.7.5, 17.7.7, 17.7.9)
A. All Vacation leaves shall begin and end at 0900 hours on dates indicated in vacation
schedules.
B. A firefighter assigned to a new unit shall have their Vacation Letter assigned by the
Company Commander of the new unit, in order to balance the company roster.
C. Vacation leaves shall not be granted to probationary firefighters until after completion of
six months as a firefighter 6th
grade.
D. When members are on medical leave, or are granted a medical leave within five days
immediately prior to the scheduled vacation period, Commanding officers shall promptly notify
BHS.
A
B
16
Q
- A Captain overhears two junior firefighters discussing mutual exchanges of vacation leave.
The Captain should have corrected which statement made regarding these exchanges? (17.7.11)
A. Members shall be permitted to apply for mutual exchanges of partial or full vacation
periods, but not more than one application involving either member shall be made in one
calendar year.
B. Applications for exchanges of partial leaves shall be for similar periods; i.e.: 1
st
for 1
st
; or
2
nd for 2nd
C. A fourth or fifth grade firefighter may exchange vacation only with another firefighter of
either fourth or fifth grade.
D. Mutual exchanges must be between full duty members currently working the two-platoon
system in field units.
A
C
17
Q
- When a member, on or off duty, suffers a heart attack or suspected heart attack, the officer
on duty in his/her unit must forward a report toshowing in detail the work and
activity records of the member for thehours prior to the attack. (17.12.15)
A.
B.
C.
D.
BHS / 72
BHS / 48
Bureau of Operations / 72
Bureau of Operations / 48
A
A
18
Q
- Company commanders shall have charge of company quarters, be responsible for its
cleanliness, heating and hot water installations and fuel supply systems. In the absence of the
company commander, officers on duty shall be equally responsible for the enforcement of this
regulation. Chose the incorrect choice regarding the maintenance of company quarters.
(19.1.2, 19.1.6, 19.1.7, 19.1.11)
A. No unauthorized changes, additions or alterations in quarters, or to any equipment thereof
shall be permitted without the written approval of the Chief of Department.
B. Company Commanders shall, once each month, thoroughly examine the apparatus entrance
doors to determine their condition and, when necessary, lubricate with a light oil.
C. Officers on duty shall, immediately after 0900 hours roll call, determine the quantity of
diesel fuel and heating fuel in the storage tanks and record the findings in the company journal.
D. When private contractors commence repairs in or about quarters, the company officer shall
telephone all related information to the FD Buildings Unit. The private contractor shall make a
journal entry when entering and leaving quarters.
A
D
19
Q
- Supervisors are responsible for maintaining a professional work environment for
subordinates. This includes conducting periodic inspections of all Department facilities to ensure
that materials prohibited by the Dept.’s EEO or Anti-Hazing / Bullying policies are not displayed
or viewed in any FDNY facility. When a supervisor is unsure as to weather any material violates
the Department’s policies or regulations, they should promptly consult with whom? (19.2.2)
A. The Administrative Battalion Chief
B. The Administrative Deputy Chief
C. The EEO Office
D. The Bureau of Training
A
C
20
Q
- All Chief and company officers must be familiar with the rules and regulations regarding
FDNY company quarters. Of the following statements, which one is correct regarding these
rules? (19.1.15,19.2.1,19.2.7)
A. Designated female facilities (locker rooms and bathrooms) within quarters are for the
exclusive use of FDNY members and female visitors. Male members and male visitors shall
never enter any female-only facility.
B. Visitors shall not be permitted to remain in quarters after 2000 hours.
C. Privately owned vehicles shall not be stored in quarters without the approval of the
Borough Commander.
D. Photographs shall not be taken in department buildings without the permission of the Fire
Commissioner.
A
D
21
Q
- During “Fire Safety Week” your firehouse has scheduled numerous class trips to visit the
firehouse. On Monday a 5
th grade class is scheduled to visit. You should know that all of the
following actions should be taken with the exception of which one? (19.24)
A. The visit should be of no longer than one-hour duration between the hours of 0800 and
1600 hours.
B. The class shall have one adult supervisor for every 30 children.
C. No visitors shall be permitted above or below the apparatus floor.
D. Upon receipt of an alarm to which the unit responds, all visitors shall leave quarters before
moving the apparatus.
A
A
22
Q
- Captain Rufus has just been approached by the member’s of his company about the
possibility of adopting a dog for the firehouse. The Captain would be correct to state that how
many of the following rules apply to dogs housed in quarters? (19.3.3)
1) The dog must be licensed and immunized in accordance with Department of Health
guidelines.
2) The dog may not leave quarters unless escorted and restrained by a leash or chain not
longer than 8 feet long.
3) Dogs shall not ride on apparatus.
4) Dogs left in unoccupied quarters when the company responds must be restrained and
security of quarters must be maintained.
5) If the dog bites someone, the Battalion, Division and NYC Health Department must be
notified. The officer on duty shall forward a report with full particulars.
A. 2 B. 3 C. 4 D. 5
A
B 135
23
Q
- The member performing housewatch duty is responsible for ascertaining the name and
nature of business of all civilian visitors that enter quarters. From the choices below, choose an
incorrect choice regarding civilian visitors in quarters. (20.3.10, 20.3.11)
A. Children under the age of 15 shall not be permitted to enter quarters without a parent or
guardian unless granted written permission by the Fire Commissioner.
B. Visitors shall not be permitted beyond the housewatch desk without permission of the
officer-on-duty.
C. When the civilians of DOI, BITS, the Testing Unit or EEO enter quarters, the member on
housewatch shall not make any notification to any supervisor or any other announcement
regarding the entry unless specifically told to do so by the DOI, BITS, Testing Unit or EEO
personnel.
D. BITS and/ or EEO personnel may use their employee identification number in lieu of
signing-in to the company journal.
A
C
24
Q
- Choose a correct statement about the duties and responsibilities of the housewatch
firefighter. (20.1.5, 20.3.2, 20.3.5)
A. The member on housewatch shall designate an area in the vicinity of the housewatch desk
in which they will place his/ her Personal Protective Clothing and equipment.
B. Firefighters 6
th Grade with less than 90 days service may only perform housewatch duties
between the hours of 0900-2400 provided the officer or an experienced member monitors them.
C. Members assigned to housewatch duty shall remain at the housewatch desk at all times.
D. Members on housewatch shall maintain outer doors unlocked while the unit is in quarters.
Upon receipt of an alarm, all doors and windows shall be closed and locked.
A
B
25
Q
A
26
Q
I. The Buckeye Pipeline consists of two 12 inch steel pipes that transport what type of fuel to
JFK and LaGuardia airports? (1.1)
A. Gasoline and kerosene based aviation fuel
B. Diesel and kerosene based aviation fuel
C. Gasoline and diesel
D. Kerosene based aviation fuel only
A
A
27
Q
- An engine and ladder drilling on Buckeye Pipeline operations are discussing the different
wrenches that may be used on the pipeline. Which point made was not correct? (2.3)
A. A short tee wrench is used for opening the hinged cover of the valve.
B. A three and one-half foot long wrench painted white with a female fitting is used for
insertion into the valve box to mate with a square fitting on the valve.
C. The combination wrench combines the short tee wrench and the long tee wrench into one
tool. The tool is approximately three and one-half long, painted yellow.
D. On the combination wrench, the fitting for opening the latched cover is on one end of the
cross handle, while the longer portion of the wrench is capable of performing the function of the
long wrench.
A
B
28
Q
- Queens units responding to a leak from the Buckeye Pipeline located at the shipper’s lines
that extend from the Long Island City terminal should turn the valve how many times and in
what direction in order to shut the valve? (2.3.2)
A. 42 full times clockwise
B. 42 full times counter clockwise
C. 24 full times clockwise
D. 24 full times counter clockwise
A
C
29
Q
- Two types of cards have been issued for each pipeline section. One card is a Unit Alarm
Assignment Card (UAAC), the other type is an Instruction Card for that section. Which choice
shows an incorrect point regarding these cards? (4.2, 4.3, 4.4)
A. Each Assigned and Alternate Unit has been issued two sets of Unit Alarm Assignment and
Instruction Cards.
B. One set shall be carried on the apparatus; the other set shall be secured in the company
office.
C. An extra pipeline map shall be stored with the UAAC and Instruction Cards.
D. Each UAAC card has five lines. Units on the first line are designated Assigned Units,
except for those under the caption Special Units. Units on the third, fourth and fifth lines are
designated alternate units.
A
B
30
Q
- Brooklyn units respond to a report of an unknown odor on Linden Blvd. Upon arrival they
discover the odor is due to a leak from a section of the Buckeye Pipeline. The units would be
correct to take all but which one action listed? (4.8.1,4.12, 5.4, 6.1)
A. Transmit a 2nd alarm.
B. If a special called unit does not have the required equipment (Cards, wrenches, maps) they
shall ascertain from the dispatcher the location of the nearest equipped unit.
C. All engine companies shall respond with additional cans of foam. Units out of quarters
shall not return to quarters prior to responding to secure additional cans of foam.
D. Upon arrival, valves shall always be closed by assigned units as per the duties required by
the Instruction Cards.
A
D
31
Q
- Units drilling on FDNY operations at Buckeye Pipeline emergencies would be correct to
state all of the following statements with the exception of which choice? (6.2.2,
6.2.5, 6.2.6, 6.5.7)
A. Department apparatus should not be brought closer than 600 feet to a leak.
B. Patrols of the pipeline will be on foot or by apparatus as designated on alarm assignment
cards.
C. Units other than those assigned to isolation duties will respond to a secondary staging area.
D. Units performing isolation duties will announce 10-84 at valve locations and inform the
dispatcher of valve closures as well as completion of patrol duties.
A
C
32
Q
- Company Commanders of units having pipeline control valves in their administrative
district shall have them inspected how often? (9.1)
A. Annually
B. Semi-annually
C. Quarterly
D. Monthly
A
B
33
Q
- Companies arriving at the scene of a confirmed leak in the pipeline adjacent to the Bay
Ridge line of the LIRR would be correct to take which action below? (2.3.2, 6.6.2)
A. Request the Brooklyn Dispatcher contact the Con Rail dispatcher to have power shut and
train traffic stopped.
B. Position “flag-persons” at least 500 feet on each side of the incident.
C. Shut the manual valves by turning the valve 48 full turns clockwise.
D. Have unignited pools of spilled fuel covered with foam.
A
D
34
Q
- Battalion Chiefs discussing pipeline operations at a Division Conference should politely
correct the Deputy Chief in which statement made? (6.2.3, 6.2.4, 6.3, 6.4)
A. Once shut, manually closed valves should only be re-opened by Buckeye Pipeline
personnel when the fire or emergency is over.
B. Chief officers responding on the initial alarm, unless otherwise instructed, shall initially
respond to the rendezvous location designated on the assignment card.
C. When the leak is located, a Command Post will be established at a location consistent with
operational procedures.
D. If ignition occurs before the arrival of the first FDNY unit, the duties required by the
UAAC and Instruction Card must still be performed, and additional alarms transmitted
immediately.
A
A
35
Q
- The conversation continued and again one mistake was made. Which point of information
is in need of correction? (6.5.2, 6.5.3, 6.5.4, 7.3.6)
A. The primary consideration at pipeline fires and emergencies is the immediate isolation of
the affected valves.
B. If a strong wind is blowing, all ignition sources in the path of drifting vapors must be
extinguished.
C. The potential for the explosion of vapors is greatest on hot, humid, and calm days.
D. When the leak location is identified, the location, estimate of the amount of product in the
street, the topography and exposures should be included in the preliminary report to the
dispatcher.
A
A
36
Q
- During which type of Buckeye Pipeline drill shall FDNY members actually shut valves?
(10.5.10)
A. Multi-unit drills
B. Familiarization drills
C. Division drills
D. Borough drills
A
D
37
Q
- Natural gas is a hazardous material classified as a “Flammable Gas” and exhibits which
one of the following properties? (3)
A. Depending on the mixture, the explosive range is 12.5%- 74%.
B. It is significantly heavier than air.
C. It is colorless, odorless and non-toxic.
D. It contains high stored energy, is extremely flammable and when unconfined it will bum
rapidly with the possibility of triggering explosive pressure.
A
C
38
Q
- Gas service is the piping supplying individual buildings. Gas service pipe generally runs at
right angles off the Distribution Main, into the building. There is usually a curb valve/service
valve (below grade) or an exterior gas service (above grade) between the Distribution Main and
the building. Choose an incorrect statement regarding curb valves and service valves. (4.4)
A. Curb valves/service valves are usually found on the sidewalk side of the curb and these
valves shut the gas to the entire building.
B. Curb valves/service valves are usually recessed in from the curb and are covered with a
4”x4” square or round, brittle concrete or steel cover which may be sitting on top of a plastic or
wooden plate.
C. On the National grid “Long Service” system, the curb valve/service valve is sometimes
located across the street from the building it supplies, and it may be found in the street. An arrow
cast into the cover will point to the building it supplies.
D. Some gas service piping supplies gas to the building without having a curb valve or service
valve. A “DS” (Direct Service) stamped on a tag near the service meter indicates there is no curb
valve or service valve.
A
D
39
Q
- While conducting BISP in an old law tenement, the members of Ladder 7 notice the
building has gas piping that is running through a public hallway, which leads to an exit. The
Officer would be correct to take which administrative action? (BISP Chapter 5 Ref. 2.1 A 8.1)
A. High Priority DOB Referral
B. Normal Priority DOB Referral
C. Issue an FDNY Summons
D. Forward an A-8 to Fire Prevention
A
A
40
Q
- Service regulators are usually located before the gas meter to reduce gas to low pressure.
Peck Vents are installed on gas systems to vent excess gas to the exterior if the service regulator
fails. Choose the correct point about these devices. (4.4.2)
A. Service regulators reduce gas to approximately 1-3 psi.
B. Service regulators and Peck Vents are usually installed on low and medium pressure gas
systems.
C. Peck Vents may have a yellow cap.
D. There should normally be no odor of natural gas at a peck vent.
A
D
41
Q
- The members of Engine 332 and Ladder 175 are operating at the scene of an odor of gas in
an apartment within a multiple dwelling. The leak has been pinpointed to the gas stove in the
kitchen; however the gas shutoff on the stove is defective and unable to be shut. The members
would be correct to next attempt to shut which valve? (6.7.3)
A. The Individual Meter Valve for the apartment.
B. The Interior Gas Riser Valve found in the cellar near the ceiling.
C. The Master Meter Valve, which will shut the gas service to the entire building.
D. The Head of Service Valve fund just inside the building where the natural gas service
A
B
42
Q
- Most natural gas emergencies are resolved through investigation and simple mitigation. On
occasion, a response can elevate to a Major Gas Emergency at which point the FDNY strategy
should focus on securing life safety (evacuation). Of the following conditions, how many are
indicative of a Major Gas Emergency and may require changing from a simple mitigation
strategy to one that emphasizes all efforts on securing life safety? (5)
1) Any damage to major components of the gas infrastructure (i.e., Master Meter, gas service
piping, Main Valves, etc.)
2) 10% LEL or greater detected outside or inside.
3) Elevated natural gas reading (10% LEL or greater) in an unvented, subservice structure
(manhole, sewer, etc.)
4) Gas present in two or more subsurface structures (manholes, sewers, etc.)
5) Indications of gas migrating into a building from an outside source.
6) Gas leaking or present inside of a wall or void in a structure.
7) Gas leaking inside of a structure and the controlling valve cannot be located or is
inoperable.
A. 7 B. 6 C. 5 D. 4
A
C 2 4 5 6 7
43
Q
- Engine 301 and Ladder 150 enter a multiple dwelling for a report of an odor of gas in Apt.
3F. Upon entering the building’s lobby, the members smell natural gas and natural gas levels
begin to display on the unit’s Natural Gas Meter. Which member(s) should proceed directly to
the basement/cellar of the building to evaluate conditions? (6.5)
A. The Engine Officer
B. The Ladder Inside Team
C. Only two members from the Ladder Outside Team
D. The 2nd arriving Ladder Inside Team
A
B
44
Q
- A series of three large “+” symbols along the screen under the 02 icon on the MSA Altair
Digital Gas Meter indicates what situation? (Add.2 5.3)
A. The Oxygen level is below 19%
B. The Oxygen level is above 30%
C. The meter is malfunctioning and should be replaced
D. The Oxygen level is within normal range
A
B
45
Q
- The main mission at gas emergencies is to ensure there is not a major leak. Secondary is
mitigating minor leaks, which have the potential for harm or, if not stopped, can build to become
major leaks. When a leak is detected, which action would be incorrect to take? (6.7)
A. Vent the immediate area and continue to monitor using the gas meter and detector.
B. Remove ignition sources near the leak utilizing a remote shut off.
C. Once a leak is found control the leak by shutting the closest valve that controls supply to
the leak.
D. A leak or break in low pressure gas piping (made of steel, cast iron or plastic) may be
stopped by or greatly diminished by taping, or stuffing putty, rags, paper, etc., into the break.
A
D
46
Q
- Of the following listed valves, which one is the FDNY not permitted to shut during a gas
emergency? (6.7.3)
A. Head of Service Valve
B. Master Meter Valve
C. Curb Valve/Service Valve
D. Main Valve
A
D
47
Q
- Battalion 23 has determined the gas emergency they are operating at will be considered a
“Major Gas Emergency”. All of the following actions should now take place with the exception
of which choice? (7.3)
A. A 10-75 and 10-80 Code 1 should be transmitted, specifying a “Major Gas Emergency”
B. The officers of all incoming units should report into the Incident Command Post until
deployed by the IC.
C. The IC may modify the response assignment after careful consideration and consultation
with the Haz-Mat Battalion via cell hone or 800 MHz radio (preferred).
D. As soon as possible, the IC should transmit to the dispatcher a concise description of the
conditions, % LEL of meter readings, and tactics implemented.
A
B
48
Q
- Units operating at the scene of a “Major Gas Emergency” where a contractor damaged a
gas service pipe in the street causing a leak would be correct to take all but which one action
listed below? (8)
A. A Command Post was established at a safe location and it’s location was announced over
the HT and Dept, radio.
B. The affected area was evacuated and searched for victims. Vehicular and pedestrian traffic
was controlled to prevent entry into the operational area.
C. Precautionary hose lines and large caliber streams were set up from a safe distance to
operate into the excavation if the natural gas was to ignite.
D. Subsurface structures and surrounding basements/cellars were checked for natural gas
infiltration from the original leak, or secondary leaks.
A
C
49
Q
- A Battalion Chief operating at a “Major Gas Emergency” should use the to
assist in defining the potential blast zone and keep all members who are not directly involved in
direct life-saving operations out. (10-1)
A. The Safety Battalion Chief
B. The Haz-Mat Battalion Chief
C. The 1st
arriving SOC officer
D. The 2nd arriving Battalion Chief
A
A
50
Q
- Battalion 2 units are on scene of a strong odor of gas in the cellar of a multiple dwelling.
The source of the leak cannot be found within the structure and it is believed the gas is leaking
into the building from an outside manhole. After venting the area, if the LEL cannot be limited to
less than%, the area should be treated as a “Potential Blast Zone”
. (8, page 32)
A. 10
B. 20
C. 50
D. 80
A
A
51
Q
- Of the following units, which one is not listed as being equipped with detectors designed
for detecting natural gas in voids? (8 page 32)
A. Haz-Mat 1
B. Rescue Companies
C. Haz-Mat Tech Units (Tech engines and Squads)
D. Soc Support Ladders
A
B
52
Q
- At the scene of a “Major Gas Emergency” where a “Potential Blast Zone” has been
established, how many of the following actions may take place inside the “Potential Blast
Zone”? (9.1)
1) Rapid evacuation of the area
2) Rapid ventilation of the area
3) Power removal of the affected building(s)
4) Rapid metering of the affected area
A. 1 B. 2 C. 3 D. 4
A
A 1
53
Q
- The size of a potential blast zone shall include the area likely to be affected by a structural
collapse. The zone will be determined by the Incident Commander and identified by red,
“DANGER DO NOT ENTER” tape. No one shall be permitted to enter this area except to save
life or unless authorized by which members? (AUC 360 2.3)
A. The IC or the Safety Chief
B. The IC or Operations Chief
C. The IC or the Haz-Mat Battalion Chief
D. The IC or the Sector Chief
A
D
54
Q
- Rapid evacuation of a potential blast zone will allow members to locate and rescue
civilians from an explosive environment, while limiting their exposure to potential extreme
hazards. This is significantly different from primary searches conducted at fires and is
accomplished with as few members in the potential blast zone as possible. Choose the incorrect
tactic to be used during rapid evacuation. (9.1.3)
A. Conduct rapid evacuation by knocking on doors and moving from door to door to alert
occupants. The intent is to alert occupants to self-evacuate.
B. If no one answers the door to an area or apartment, members should move on to the next
door. Forcible entry should only be accomplished for a known life hazard.
C. If forcible entry is required, use the adz end of the halligan to gap and force the door and/or
with the use f the Hydra-Ram.
D. In structures with elevators, civilians should be instructed use stairs and not elevators
unless the situation makes it impractical. Elevator use within the potential blast zone must be
approved by the IC.
A
D
55
Q
- Operations outside of the potential blast zone include water supply, power removal,
locating valves and ventilation. Which statement below is correct regarding these operations?
(9-2)
A. Fog streams can be used to dissipate natural gas venting outside of a structure or to protect
Utility Company workers attempting to “plug” or “squeeze” a pipe with a leak.
B. If unable to locate the source of the leak, only shut power if the gas readings are below
80% LEL.
C. During rapid evacuation, venting windows and doors are they are passed may be
permissible.
D. Round, rectangular and square electric manholes may be pulled by FDNY members only
when requested by on-scene Utility Company member, approved by an on-scene Chief Officer
and the cover has been determined to be free of stray voltage by the on-scene Utility Company
worker.
A
C
56
Q
- Members should be aware that a Con Edison gas main valve would have an ID number?
(4.3)
A. On a tag on the topside of the Main Valve cover.
B. Ona tag on the inside of the Main Valve cover.
C. Stamped on the inside of the Main Valve cover.
D. Stamped on the top side of the Main Valve cover.
A
B
57
Q
- Which of the following item(s) are considered intrinsically safe to use in a potentially
explosive atmosphere? (9.1.2)
A. Handie Talkies
B. Natural Gas Detectors and Meters
C. FDNY issued flashlights
D. Cell phones and megaphones
E. Thermal Imaging Cameras
F. Ventilation fans
A
ABC
