SPRING 2019 WEEK 11

Question 1

1. While the City of New York has thousands of Hi-Rise buildings, these structures are not
   the only ones equipped with standpipes. Concerning standpipes, it would be incorrect to state:
   (9.1,9.1.1)
   a. Buildings that require a stretch of more than two lengths should be included in CIDS
   b. The primary factors for the installation of a standpipe are the height and area of the
   structure
   c. Standpipes may be installed in areas where there is no access for fire department vehicles
   or where excessive distance precludes the stretching of hoselines directly off an apparatus
   d. Structures where standpipes may be found include Hi Rise office buildings and residential
   buildings, shopping malls, bridges and tunnels, stadiums, piers and wharves.

Answer 1

A

Question 2

2. A standpipe system that contains no water and whose only source of supply is from a fire
   department pumper is known as what type of standpipe system? (9.2.1)
   a. Manual system
   b. Combination system
   c. Manual dry system
   d. Wet system

Answer 2

C

Question 3

3. The utilization of “Occupant Use” hose found on some standpipes is prohibited by FDNY
   members except in very rare circumstances. A unit would be operating correctly if they were to
   utilize this hose in which situation? (9.2.2)
   a. An Engine Company operating alone bursts a length of hose in an immediate lifesaving
   situation.
   b. A Rescue company at a fifth floor fire in an occupied multiple dwelling stretched the
   occupant use line due to the high heat and large volume of fire encountered. They used this line
   to back up the first hoseline after hearing the second and third engine companies would be
   seriously delayed
   c. A ladder company officer on the floor above the fire ordered the occupant use line off the
   standpipe into the apartment above the fire to prevent fire from auto exposing to the floor above
   d. A ladder company operating remotely from an engine company utilized this hose while
   performing a primary search during an attempt to save lives

Answer 3

D

Question 4

4. Siamese connections are color coded for ease of identification. Indicate which of the
   following Siamese connections is painted with the correct color. (9.3.2)
   a. Green - Standpipe
   b. Aluminum - Perforated pipe or Non automatic sprinkler
   c. Red - Combination sprinkler/standpipe
   d. Yellow - Automatic sprinkler system

Answer 4

B

Question 5

5. An Engine Company lieutenant instructing members concerning properly supplying a
   standpipe system made the following statements. The lieutenant was not entirely correct in which
   one? (9.3.1 -9.3.5)
   a. Always supply a standpipe system with 2 14” of larger hose
   b. Whenever possible, standpipe systems should be supplied by at least two different pumpers
   c. It is permitted to supply a standpipe through either a Siamese or a floor outlet
   d. If possible, standpipe systems should be supplied by at least two independent Siamese
   connection

Answer 5

A

Question 6

6. Engine Company 169 has arrived first for a fire on the 12th
   floor of a 42 story fireproof
   multiple dwelling. The building is equipped with both a standpipe and an automatic sprinkler.
   The following actions were performed at this fire, one of which is incorrect. Which one was it?
   (9.3.7-9.3.9)
   a. The first supply line was stretched to the standpipe Siamese.
   b. There was a separate pumper supplying the standpipe for each handline placed in service
   c. If the first engine company is supplying both the standpipe and sprinkler system,
   augmentation is required for the standpipe system only
   d. All engine companies supplying the standpipe with approximately the same pressure to
   insure maximum efficiency

Answer 6

C

Question 7

7. Caps stuck in place, defective threads, and frozen female swivels are all problems which
   can cause delays in delivering water to a standpipe system. These problems can be solved by
   utilizing any of the methods given below, with which exception? (Fig. 9-2A - 9-2D)
   a. Tap the swivels with a tool to loosen paint, polish, dirt etc.
   b. Insert a 3”x3”x3” Siamese into the standpipe Siamese
   c. Insert double 3” male, attach 3” double female swivel, and insert
   d. Twist hose 4-5 right turns, insert, and turn to the left

Answer 7

D

Question 8

8. Engine Company 48 has stretched a hoseline off of a standpipe on the 40th
   floor for a fire
   on the 41st
   floor of a 51 story fireproof multiple dwelling. Because this unit has exceptionally
   well trained Engine Company Chauffeurs, they knew that the recommended pump discharge
   pressure for this fire was: (9.3.12)
   a. 400 psi b. 350 psi c. 300 psi d. 325 psi

Answer 8

B

Question 9

9. Buildings constructed under the 2008 building code are required to have “High Zone” and
   “Low Zone” Siamese connections. Concerning these types of standpipes, it would be correct to
   state which one of the following? (9.3.13, 9.3.14)
   a. The Building Code requires buildings with standpipe risers over 500 feet in height to have
   separate High Zone and Low Zone Siamese connections
   b. The standpipe risers are interconnected
   c. The High Zone riser is also known as “Express Piping” since it bypasses lower floors
   d. The High Zone riser is required to have outlets on every fourth floor beneath its High Zone,
   where it shall then have outlets on each floor

Answer 9

C

Question 10

10. Each engine company is required to carry a “standpipe kit”. Indicate which of the following
    tools are required to be carried in this kit? (More than one correct) (Sec. 9.4.1)
    a. Door chocks, special adapters as required
    b. Pipe wrench (minimum 18” in length), Spanner wrenches
    c. 2 x 2 in line pressure gauge
    d. Hand control wheel (Optional, not supplied by FDNY), 2 V2” controlling nozzle

Answer 10

ALL

Question 11

11. A firefighter from a busy engine company made the following statements concerning the
    stretching and operation of hoselines from a standpipe outlet. This member should get into the
    book, because his only correct statement was found in which choice? (9.4.1, 9.4.2, 9.4.4)
    a. The initial hoseline from a standpipe outlet shall always be stretched from a floor below the
    fire unless approved by the Battalion Commander and entered into CIDS
    b. The use of 2 !/
    2
    ” hose with a controlling nozzle and 1 1/8” MST is required due to the large
    volume of water it can deliver with minimal frictional loss
    c. The controlling nozzle need not be pre-connected to one of the lengths brought into the
    building
    d. Pressure reducing devices found on standpipes will not reduce the water flow and should
    not be removed

Answer 11

B

Question 12

12. The duties of the first arriving control firefighter can make the difference between a
    successful operation and one that does not go entirely well. These duties include all the following
    with which exception? (9.4.6 - 9.4.8)
    a. Ensure a proper hookup to the standpipe as well as the removal of the pressure reducing
    device (PRD)
    b. Continuously monitor the inline pressure gauge. This gauge should always be used to
    ensure correct nozzle pressure and a good fire stream
    c. Realize that the pressure on the inline pressure gauge will increase when the nozzle is
    partially or fully shut down
    d. Remain in the vicinity of the standpipe until relieved by the second to arrive control
    firefighter

Answer 12

D

Question 13

13. An engine company officer is preparing to advance with her unit at a fire on the 22nd floor
    of a 35 story Class E Hi Rise building. The unit has stretched 4 lengths of 2 *A” hose from the
    standpipe outlet on the 20th
    floor to the closed door of the fire apartment. The lieutenant was
    correct when she ordered the control firefighter to insure the outlet pressure on the inline
    pressure gauge is how many psi? (9.4.9)
    a. 80 psi
    b. 70 psi
    c. 200 psi
    d. 250 psi

Answer 13

A

Question 14

14. The FDNY classifies its Engine Companies by their pumping capabilities (Conventional,
    High Pressure, 3
    rd Stage). In regard to high pressure pumping operations, a firefighter would be
    incorrect to make which statement? (Add. 1, 1.3, 1.4)
    a. High pressure pumping is defined as operating at a discharge pressure of over 250 psi
    b. All FDNY pumpers are capable of delivering water at higher pressure
    c. When high pressure pumping is necessary, the Incident Commander must be notified
    d. Conventional engines shall not operate in pressures exceeding 200 psi unless an emergency
    conditions exist and they are ordered to do so by the Incident Commander

Answer 14

D

Question 15

15. A lieutenant has ordered a probationary firefighter to get back to the apparatus forthwith to
    retrieve one of the high pressure fittings on their apparatus. The lieutenant should remind this
    firefighter that these fitting are noticeably heavier than regular fittings and are painted which
    color? (Add 1,3.1)
    a. Red
    b. White
    c. Black
    d. Yellow

Answer 15

B

Question 16

16. You are a covering lieutenant working a 9x6 tour in E-207, a high pressure pumper. While
    operating at a Hi Rise fire at 1500 hours, you are ordered by the Incident Commander of the fire
    to begin high pressure pumping operations. Correct thoughts you had regarding this type of
    operation included all of the following with which exception? (Add 1,3.1)
    a. A safety zone was established at least 50 ft. around the high pressure engine and the supply
    line from the engine to the Siamese connection.
    b. You insured that all unused gates were closed and unused outlets on the apparatus were
    tightly capped
    c. The supply line to the Siamese connection was secured with a tether strap at the Siamese
    connection only
    d. A second ECC from a non pumping engine was ordered to assist in the operation. This
    ECC assisted in monitoring radio communications.

Answer 16

C

Question 17

17. You are the officer of the second engine company to arrive at a fire in a fireproof multiple
    dwelling on the 48th
    floor. Your engine is a hi-pressure pumper. The first engine, also a high
    pressure pumper has already started and is supplying the standpipe Siamese at the required 350
    psi. All high pressure pumping precautions are presently being observed at this fire. A correct
    action for you to perform with your unit can be found in which answer? (Add 1, 3.1-3.3)
    a. Stretch a second supply line to the Siamese and supply at 350 psi
    b. Order the second supply line stretched to the first floor standpipe outlet
    c. Do not augment the supply to the standpipe, as it is unsafe for more than one engine to
    supply a standpipe system at higher pressures
    d. Report to the staging area on the floor below the fire, in the stairwell served by the
    standpipe being utilized by the operating handline

Answer 17

B

Question 18

18. An engine company Captain has arrived with his unit at a fire reported to be on the 101s1
    floor of a mega hi rise building on 57th
    street in the borough of Manhattan. Due to the height of
    the fire floor, the Captain feels that 3
    rd
    stage pumping will be needed to establish a good stream
    on the units 2 ’A” line. In regard to third stage pumping operations, it would be incorrect to state:
    (Add 1,4.1,4.2)
    a. Pressures exceeding 600 psi will require the use of a third stage pumper
    b. The officer of the first line can order the use of the 3 rd
    stage
    c. When third stage pumping is implemented, an additional third stage engine shall be
    assigned
    d. Third stage engines are the preferred choice at operations requiring discharge operations
    over 500 psi

Answer 18

B

Question 19

19. A ladder company lieutenant was conducting a company drill at a construction site. The
    site has an air pressurized standpipe system. The lieutenant made the following statements
    concerning these types of standpipes, one of which was incorrect. Which one was it?
    (Add. 2, sec. 1.1 - 2.2)
    a. They are required in buildings under construction upon reaching a height of greater than 75
    feet in height and all buildings under demolition, regardless of height.
    b. An alarm will sound when air pressure in the system drops below a predetermined
    (supervisory) pressure, or when the pressure in the system exceeds 25 psi.
    c. Air pressure in the system must be removed prior to uncapping the Siamese and supplying
    it with water
    d. When an alarm sounds, all work in the site must cease, except concrete pouring operation
    in place

Answer 19

A

Question 20

20. Other correct actions regarding air pressurized standpipe systems can be found in all but
    which of the following choices? (Add. 2, 2.4 -2.10)
    a. The location of the Siamese connection is required to be marked by a sign and a red light at
    night
    b. Screw in Siamese caps are required. Breakaway or other non screw in types of caps are an
    indication of a non pressurized standpipe system
    c. It is necessary to deactivate the air compressor prior to supplying the standpipe with water
    d. The control firefighter, after reaching the floor outlet where he/she intends to hook up,
    should remove the cap, open the outlet control valve and wait for water to reach the outlet. This
    will expedite air removal from the system.

Answer 20

C

Question 21

1. Brush fires occur in most parts of the city and can range in size from small nuisance fires to
   major multiple alarms. Weather is a controlling factor affecting the severity and incidence of
   brush fires. An incorrect factor as to when serious brush fires may occur can be found in which
   answer below? (AUC 151 3.2.1)
   a. Winds in excess of 15 mph
   b. High humidity
   c. Little or no rainfall for the preceding three days
   d. The higher the period without rain the greater the hazard

Answer 21

B

Question 22

2. A lieutenant is responding to a multiple alarm brush fire in the borough of Richmond.
   While responding, she had the following thoughts, one of which was not entirely correct. Which
   onewasit? (AUC 151 3.3)
   a. The leading edge of the fire is known as the head
   b. The rear of the fire is the side opposite the head
   c. Looking at the fire from the head, the left side is called the left flank while the right side is
   known as the right flank
   d. Fingers are long, thin sections of fire extending outward from the main blackened fire area

Answer 22

C

Question 23

3. You are a lieutenant working a 9x6 tour in a midtown Manhattan engine company. Your
   unit has been assigned to relocate to Staten Island, as Box 100D has been transmitted. Prior to
   relocating, you should insure that which tools and equipment have been placed on the apparatus?
   (Choose all correct answers) (AUC 151 4.1.2)
   a. Two Indian pumps
   b. Six lengths of 1” forestry hose
   c. Extra water extinguisher
   d. Four fire brooms

Answer 23

A

Question 24

4. While responding to a large scale brush fire in the Borough of Brooklyn, an engine
   company officer observes a large area of brush burning a long distance and separate from the
   main body of fire. The officer ordered the chauffeur to stop the apparatus and began
   extinguishment operations. A correct choice for this situation can be found in which choice?
   (AUC 151 5.1.2)
   a. Under no circumstances shall units self commit to fire operations prior to reporting in to the
   command post
   b. Units may self commit to fire operations if the officer feels that immediate extinguishment
   of the additional area shall greatly impact overall operations
   c. Units may take a tactical position prior to reporting to the Incident Commander provided
   they are not operating alone
   d. Units shall not self commit to operations unless structures’ are exposed

Answer 24

D

Question 25

5. A lieutenant is operating with his unit at an all hands brush fire in Queens. The lieutenant
   would be operating correctly if he were to utilize which tactic at this type of fire?
   (AUC 151 5.4)
   a. Streams should be directed at the burning brush, not at the flames burning above the brush
   b. In general, attack the fire by operating from its front
   c. Do not bypass stumps, trees, or other smoldering objects as they may rekindle and cause
   flare ups
   d. Units are not to advance through the burned out, blackened area, as it is still hot and unsafe

Answer 25

A

Question 26

6. A Battalion Chief is supervising operations at a large scale brush fire. Due to the size of the
   fire (third alarm doubtful) and its remote location, the chief feels that the NYPD Aviation
   operations might be of use. Concerning the NYPD helicopter, the chief would be incorrect if
   he/she were to believe the following to be true? (AUC 151 9.1 - 9.8)
   a. The primary use of the NYPD Aviation unit at brush fires is air reconnaissance
   b. The Air Support Plan is activated upon the transmission of all third alarms
   c. Water drops utilizing the Bambi bucket should be confined to areas remote from FDNY
   operating units and used with great discretion and control
   d. The Bambi bucket is limited to 150 gallons capacity

Answer 26

B

Question 27

7. Hurricanes and other storms can seriously disrupt normal fire operations. These storms are
   typically characterized by high winds, flooding, and a storm surge. Concerning the FDNY’s
   procedures for hurricanes and other storm emergencies it would be incorrect to state:
   (AUC 159 sec. 2.2, 5.1, 5.1.4, 5.2.7)
   a. Units may encounter inaccessible fires burning out of control, submerged hydrants and
   power lines
   b. Phase A is designated the Activation Phase. Phase B is the Implementation Phase
   c. It is always necessary to institute Phase A prior to instituting Phase B
   d. All units shall begin to secure quarters during Phase A, including the movement of items in
   the basement and first floor to upper floors

Answer 27

C

Question 28

8. You are a ladder company lieutenant responding to a 10-75 during a major hurricane in
   Rockaway Beach. While responding, you notice that the roadway ahead is flooded. You were
   correct when you advised the LCC that the maximum depth that a ladder company apparatus
   may be driven through shall not exceed: (AUC 159 5.4.3)
   b.
   a.
   c.
   d.
   36”
   30”
   24”
   18”

Answer 28

D

Question 29

9. A lieutenant to Engine 201 should realize that the unit’s portable watering pump should be
   placed on the apparatus during which point of Phase A activities? (AUC 159 5.2.3)
   a. 24 hours prior to the predicted storms impact
   b. 36 hours prior to the predicted storms impact
   c. 48 hours prior to the predicted storms impact
   d. 72 hours prior to the predicted storms impact

Answer 29

C

Question 30

10. During periods of severe storm emergencies the department may activate a Swift Water
    Task Force and/or Swift Water Search Teams to deal with the potential of numerous stranded
    civilians who become trapped due to rising, rapidly rising flood waters. An incorrect statement
    concerning these Swift Water Teams can be found in which choice? (AUC 159
    ADD 6, sec. 1, 2.1, 3.1, 5.4)
    a. Swift Water Search Teams can be staffed and deployed with an operational period of 12
    hours
    b. Swift water is defined as any water moving at a pace greater than 3 km/hr., or 5 knots,
    equivalent to a fast running pace
    c. Once assigned as a Swift Water Task Force, such units shall not undertake actions
    unrelated to the Swift Water Task Force, nor detach from such task force without the permission
    of the Incident Commander or Branch Director
    d. Engine Companies can be utilized to transport flat bottom boats to the incident, patient
    assessment, and movement of victims to shelter.

Answer 30

B

Question 31

11. During periods of severe storm emergencies and their aftermath, members of the FDNY
    have been called upon to rescue persons from rising, but non flowing waters, known as still
    water. Your unit has been issued a flat bottom boat for use during these still water operations.
    True statements concerning these boats may be found in all but which answer? (AUC 159
    sec. 2, 4.4)
    a. The boat can be stored either indoors or outdoors, in an upright position
    b. The boats motor and oars shall be kept in quarters, a secure dry space
    c. Each boat is 14 feet long and weighs 140 lbs.
    d. No member of a water rescue unit shall enter the water unless equipped with a cold water
    suit, or waders and a PFD (Personal Floatation Device)

Answer 31

B

Question 32

12. Prior to utilizing their flat bottomed boat to remove occupants of a school bus stranded in
    rising waters, the officer of Ladder Company 54 reminded the members about to walk out to the
    bus that the maximum capacity of the boat is limited to: (Add 7, 4.5)
    a. 4 persons or 550 lbs
    b. 5 persons or 660 lbs
    c. 3 persons or 380 lbs
    d. A maximum of 2 people in the boat

Answer 32

C

Question 33

13. A lieutenant has been designated as a Task Force Leader of a Rapid Response Vehicle
    (RRV) Task Force in the borough of Queens. Officers should know that their primary means of
    communication with the Incident Command Post is via: (AUC 159 Add. 8 sec. 4.1)
    a. 800 MHz
    b. Handie Talkie on primary tactical
    c. Department radio
    d. DARS

Answer 33

D

Question 34

14. Rapid Response Vehicle Task Forces may be activated during major storms, power
    blackouts and other complex incidents. As an officer assigned to an RRV task force, you should
    know that the task force will be equipped with all of the following with which exception?
    (AUC 159 Add. 8, 3.2, 3.6)
    a. Two apparatus (Two RRV’s OR One RRV and one TAC Unit OR One RRV and one BFU)
    b. An officer assigned to each apparatus
    c. Four firefighters
    d. Two chain saws, spare chains, chain saw fuel

Answer 34

B

Question 35

15. The FDNY may be called upon to provide dewatering operations during severe storms or
    other emergencies. A chief officer should realize that during a severe storm, it would be proper
    to commit units to dewatering operations in all but which situation? (AUC 159 Add. 9, 2.3)
    a. Where failure to dewater creates a serious fire hazard
    b. Where lives are endangered
    c. Where major safety and dangerous traffic problems can be alleviated by immediately
    beginning dewatering of major streets and highways
    d. Where any property damage can be averted by a large commitment of resources

Answer 35

D

Question 36

16. Prior to committing units to a dewatering operation in the borough of Manhattan, a
    Battalion Chief realize that she would be correct if she were to consider all of the following
    except:? (AUC 159 Add 9, 2.4)
    a. Assignment of units above the first alarm assignment for dewatering operations requires
    the approval of the Borough Commander or Command Chief on duty
    b. The optimum number of pumps are to be supervised by a minimum number of units
    c. The total number of units committed to dewatering operations should not reduce the overall
    availability of engines and ladders below 75%.
    d. Specialized dewatering units should be special called and fully employed when necessary

Answer 36

A

Question 37

1. The Captain of a Bronx ladder company was informing a newly assigned lieutenant of what
   he expects from all officers under his command. Regarding company drill periods, he made the
   following statements. The lieutenant should politely inform the company commander that he was
   not entirely correct in which one? (Chap. 22, 22.4.3)
   a. Standard drill times are from 1400-1500 during the 9x6 tour and 1900-2000 on the 6x9 tour
   b. The subject and drill times are flexible
   c. When a unit performs Multi Unit Drill (MUD), no other drill need be conducted
   d. When a unit performs PM BISP, the 1400 hr. drill period shall be performed in the morning

Answer 37

D

Question 38

2. In regard to Multi Unit Drills, (MUD) four students desiring to pass the next lieutenants
   test made the following statements during a Multi Unit drill last Sunday, one of which was
   incorrect. Which one was it? (Chap. 22, 22.5.2, 22.5.3)
   a. All engine and ladder companies shall take part in at least one multi unit drill each week,
   conducted between the hours of 0630 -2000 hours and of a duration of at least 1 V2 hours
   b. Officers supervising multi unit drills shall be responsible for the supervision of an
   operating test and inspection of each mask carried. Such test shall be conducted immediately
   prior to the start of the drill
   c. When multi unit drill is cancelled or interrupted by the transmission of Signal 10-51, no
   further drill need be performed
   d. In the event MUD is postponed or interrupted, tests and inspections shall be conducted as
   soon as practicable on the same day

Answer 38

C

Question 39

3. Hydrants in proper working order connected to adequate water mains are essential for
   efficient fire operations. A lieutenant preparing to perform hydrant inspection duties with their
   company should be aware that the following are correct concerning hydrant maintenance with
   which exception? (Chap. 28, 28.1.4, 28.1.8, 28.2.2)
   a. Each hydrant in a unit’s administrative district shall be inspected at least twice a year
   b. Once hydrant inspection duty is activated, it shall continue until each hydrant in the
   company’s administrative district has been inspected
   c. Units shall, at all times close down illegally opened hydrants whenever the officer in
   command determines that such an action shall not precipitate an incident
   d. When an acting officer is assigned for the tour, units shall postpone hydrant inspection
   duties to another date

Answer 39

D

Question 40

4. A probationary firefighter asked the chauffeur of Engine Company 429 to explain the
   various hydrant discs found on the company apparatus. The ECC was correct in which
   statement? (Chap 28, 28.3.2)
   a. White Disc - available in two sizes for placement on out of service hydrants and auxiliary
   fire protection systems
   b. Yellow disc - available in two sizes for placement on frozen hydrants and auxiliary fire
   protection systems
   c. Blue disc - for placement on partially functional auxiliary fire protection systems and
   hydrants
   d. Silver disc- for placement on semi operational combination systems only

Answer 40

A

Question 41

5. A lieutenant assigned to a Queens engine company has two MT A bridges and an Amtrack
   tunnel within the unit’s administrative district. The lieutenant would be correct if he/she were to
   believe which statement concerning the auxiliary fire protection equipment within these bridges
   and tunnels? (Chap 28, 28.5)
   a. They shall be inspected by the lieutenant’s unit annually in September
   b. Familiarization drills shall be held during the months of April and October
   c. Company officers conducting bridge and tunnel familiarization drills shall forward a report
   to the Fire Commissioner with all pertinent information upon completion
   d. The FDNY does not conduct inspections of auxiliary fire protection equipment on bridges
   and tunnels

Answer 41

B

Question 42

6. As an officer in the FDNY, the writing and forwarding of reports up the chain of command
   is an essential duty. Correct statements concerning reports may be found in all but which of the
   following, unless otherwise indicated? (Chap. 30, 30.1.2, 30.1.3, 30.1.4)
   a. Reports shall be forwarded in single copy, and through official channels
   b. Reports shall be addressed to the Chief of Department
   c. Reports shall not be delayed, withheld or intercepted. They shall be examined, investigated
   when necessary, endorsed by intermediate officers, approved or disapproved
   d. Negative reports need not be forwarded unless directed

Answer 42

B

Question 43

7. Under no circumstances shall any officer sign or endorse a report for another officer on any
   signature line in such report. (Chap. 30, 30.1.5)
   a. Agree or d. Disagree

Answer 43

D

Question 44

8. Which one of the following reports would not require an immediate phone call to the
   Battalion and Deputy Chief on duty? (Chap. 30, 30.1.6)
   a. Member on duty sprained an ankle requiring medical leave
   b. Apparatus collision not requiring placing the apparatus out of service
   c. Unusual occurrence with a civilian during inspectional duties
   d. Structural hazard not immediately dangerous to life or property

Answer 44

D

Question 45

9. Monthly reports shall be dated on the of the month and shall be in department
   headquarters no later than the, unless otherwise indicated. (Ch. 30, 30.2.4)
   a. 1st, 3rd
   b. 28th 3rd

Answer 45

A

Question 46

10. During your tour as a company officer, you had the four following incidents. Which one of
    them does not require you, as a company officer to forward a report? (Chap. 30, 30.5, 30.8)
    a. Chimney fire in a brownstone
    b. Unusual occurrence involving a member under your command and an NYPD officer
    c. Emergency leave granted to a member of your unit
    d. Death of a retired member of your unit

Answer 46

C

Question 47

PART IV - ICS MANUAL CHAPTER 2 AND ADDENDUMS 3, 4 & 6
1. The Incident Command System revolves around five major functions of which only a few
or all organizational elements may be required. Which organizational element listed is not listed
as one of these five parts? (2.1)
a. Finance/Planning
b. Liaison
c. Operations
d. Planning

Answer 47

B

Question 48

2. Under ICS, each incident is required to have an Incident Command Post (ICP). In regard to
   the ICP, an incorrect answer can be found in which choice? (2.2)
   a. The ICP may be located in a building or vehicle
   b. There can be only one ICP for each incident
   c. If the incident is multi agency or multi-jurisdictional, a separate command post will be
   required for each agency or jurisdiction
   d. The Incident Commander will be found at the Incident Command Post

Answer 48

C

Question 49

3. At a fifth alarm fire, the Deputy Chief has inquired about the staff functions that are the
   responsibility of the Incident Commander at this large scale incident. You were correct when
   you informed him that which officer is not a member of the Incident Commanders direct staff?
   (1.2, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3)
   a. Cost Unit Leader
   b. Liaison Officer
   c. Public Information Officer
   d. Safety Officer

Answer 49

A

Question 50

4. The member who, under the ICS system has the authority to alter, suspend or stop unsafe
   acts when immediate action is required is known as the: (3.2.2)
   a. Operations Section Chief
   b. Liaison Officer
   c. Resource Unit Leader
   d. Safety Officer

Answer 50

D

Question 51

5. The Operations Section Chief is responsible for the management of all operations directly
   applicable to the primary mission. Concerning the Operations Section, it would be incorrect to
   state: (4.1)
   a. In general, at incidents managed by a single primary agency, the IC will designate a single
   operations chief
   b. Under a Unified Operations Section, each primary agency with a core competency may
   designate an Operations Chief to direct tactical operations within their core competency
   c. In a Unified Operations Post Section, each Operations Section Chief will co-locate to a
   single Operations Post to jointly manage the section
   d. A single Operations Chief will always be designated to manage the Operations Section,
   regardless of the number of agencies involved

Answer 51

D

Question 52

6. You are a lieutenant who has just been notified by Division 1 that you will be working a
   6x9 tour on overtime tonight in Engine Company 7, a Communications Unit. You have not
   received any training in regard to Communications Engine companies. From your knowledge of
   this type of unit, you were correct when you had which thought? (Add 3, 2.2)
   a. A Communications Engine must be staffed by four trained members to operate as a
   Communications Unit
   b. The officer working the tour must be trained in order for an engine company to be in
   service as a Communications Unit
   c. Trained officers count towards the minimum total of members required for a unit to be in
   service as a Communications Unit
   d. Officers shall not accept overtime in a Communications Unit unless they are specifically
   trained

Answer 52

C

Question 53

7. The Communications Unit can be a tremendous help to a Battalion Chief at a large scale
   operation. At which incident would a Communications Unit not be initially assigned?
   (Add 3, 3.1, 3.3)
   a. 10-76
   b. 10-77 Mega Hi Rise
   c. All third alarms
   d. Auxiliary Radio System Communications System (ARCS) are being utilized

Answer 53

D

Question 54

8. The officer of a Communications Unit is responding to a 10-60 for a building collapse. As
   the officer of this unit, you know that you should report to which officer at the scene, if he/she is
   10-84? (Add 3, 3.2)
   a. Resource Unit Leader (RESL)
   b. Communications Unit Leader (COML)
   c. Communications Coordinator (COMCORD)
   d. Incident Commander (IC)

Answer 54

B

Question 55

9. The Communications Unit Leader (COML) is a Special Assignment (S.A.) Battalion Chief
   assigned to the Field Communications Unit (FCU). As a chief officer working a 6x9 tour in this
   unit, you should realize that which one of the following is correct? (Add 3, sec. 5)
   a. At the start of the tour, notify the Borough Dispatcher in each borough that the Field
   Comm. Unit is in service with a Communications Unit Leader
   b. An acting battalion chief can be assigned as the Communications Unit Leader
   c. Upon arrival at an incident don the vest with the insert “RESOURCE UNIT LEADER”
   d. The Communications Unit Leader may be used for firefighting purposes when the incident
   is Probably Will Hold

Answer 55

B

Question 56

10. The officer of the Lobby Control Unit has just arrived at a 10-76 for a fire on the 36th
    floor
    of a Class E building. This officer would be incorrect to believe that which item below to be one
    of his unit’s responsibilities or duties? (Add 4, 1.1,2, 4.2)
    a. Ensure that all elevators are recalled and searched.
    b. Report to the Incident Commander, unless a Logistics Section Chief (LCU) has been
    assigned
    c. Relieve the OV from the first alarm units operating the elevators
    d. Establish and maintain a position at the Incident Command Post, unless it is out of sight of
    the elevator lobby

Answer 56

D

Question 57

11. A lieutenant designated as the Systems Control Unit Leader at a 10-77 in a mega hi-rise
    should realize that which of the following is an incorrect statement? (Add. 6, 2.1, 3, 4.2)
    a. Assigned duties include monitoring the HVAC, Fire Suppression Systems and any other
    building systems as directed by the IC
    b. The Lobby Control Unit can take on the duties of the System Control Unit when directed
    by the IC
    c. Operation of building systems must be done with the assistance of building personnel
    d. The operation, shutdown or change in any building system shall not be done without the
    permission of building personnel

Answer 57

D

Question 58

SIAMESE CONNECTIONS
Red - Standpipe
Green - Automatic Sprinkler System
Yellow - Combination Sprinkler/Standpipe
Aluminum - Non-Automatic Sprinkler or Perforated Pipe
• ALWAYS supply with 3 !4” hose
• IF POSSIBLE supply with two different pumpers
• IF POSSIBLE supply through two Siamese connections
• If building has both standpipe and sprinkler Siamese supply the STANDPIPE
FIRST

Answer 58

SLIDE #2
PRESSURE
FIRE FLOOR
1 - 10
11-20
21 -30
31 -40
41 -50
PUMP DISCHARGE PRESSURE
150 psi
200 psi
250 psi
300 psi High Pressure
350 psi
91 - 100
101 -110
600 psi
650 psi THIRD STAGE

Question 59

HURRICANE AND SEVERE STORM EMERGENCIES
• Phase A - Activation
• Phase B - Implementation
• Once Phase A is initiated it will stay in effect until termination order OR Phase
B activation
• Phase B instituted when actual emergency conditions have been reached OR
special activities are deemed necessary

Answer 59

RRV TASK FORCE COMMUNICATIONS
1.
2.
3.
4.
Primary Communications to ICP - DARS Radio
Secondary - 800 MHz
Tertiary - Cell phones
Emergency - Department Radio

Question 60

IMMEDIATE CALL TO DEPUTY AND BATTALION CHIEF
“SALUD”
Structural or occupancy hazards imminently dangerous
Accidents to apparatus, or apparatus or unit OOS
Loss of life, or serious injury to members or civilians, at fire or elsewhere
Unusual occurrence at fire or elsewhere
Depletion of unit manual strength

Answer 60

SLIDE #3
HIGH PRESSURE PUMPING (Excess of 250 psi)
• High Pressure Hose &
• High Pressure Fittings shall be used. {Painted white, noticeably heavier}
• If possible high pressure engine within 1 length (50 ft.) of Siamese
• Two length maximum supply line to Siamese
• Safety Zone of 50 ft around High Pressure Pumper established, including
supply line (tape, stanchions)
• Connect supply line to high pressure outlet only. All other outlets shall be
capped and gates closed
• Supply line shall be secured using Tether Strap to both the engine and the
building
• BC to control the operation . ,
• Stairwells not to be used as rest areas
• Supply system with two high pressure engines. DO NOT CONNECT TWO
HIGH PRESSURE HOSES TO A SINGLE SIAMESE. Supply first floor
outlet if only one Siamese available

Question 61

LIVIDITY
• Pink or Red skin
• Blood settles to lowest part of body
• Starts 1-2 hours after death. Finishes 3-4
Start/Finish
1,2/3,4
• Lividity may indicate victim was moved after death and placed at scene
CARBON MONOXIDE (CO)
• Pink or CHERRY RED skin, lips, eyelids
• Soot around nose and mouth (indicates victim was alive at time of fire)
• Most victims die of asphyxiation in conjunction with CO poisoning, or spasm
of the epiglottis which will prevent CO from entering the lungs.

Answer 61

SLIDE #8
COMMUNICATIONS UNIT
Responds on: ALL 3 rd
alarms
“ “ “ 10-60
“ “ “ 10-66
10-75 BELOW GRADE OTHER THAN BLDNG
10-77 MEGA HI RISE
“ “ “ 10-77 2
ND ALARM
f
n 0
. 10 *-‘7c Minimum of 3 trained members (The Officer counts)
• Report to: (in this order)
1. Communications Unit Leader COML
2. Resource Unit Leader RESL
3. Incident Commander IC
• “The Officer of the Communications Unit will NOT be designated as the
COML ”

Question 62

SLIDE #9
LOBBY CONTROL UNIT
• Company Officer is designated “Lobby Control Unit Leader” LCUL
• Report to Logistics Section Chief, or if not staffed to Incident Commander
• Must Verify location of 4 things:
1. Fire Floor,
2. Forward Staging Area,
3. Forward Triage Area,
4. SAEPost
• Stationed in Elevator Lobby
• Relieve OV’s of first alarm units
• Ensure ALL elevators are searched

Answer 62

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