TQ Flashcards
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, when using the dicing technique, after
the chainsaw operator makes the _______, the puller can start pulling boards. Fill in the
blank.*
Third cut
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, in order to make this cut, you must
first know rafter type and rafter direction. Next, you must determine the location of the
rafters. What is the name of this cut and how many rafters must you locate?*
Center Rafter Louver, 3.
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, which type of ventilation cut will you
start with a “skim cut?”
Louver of a purlin
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, when performing the Drop Method
operation, the Truck Operations Manual says to cut how many inches inside the purlins
to avoid hitting metal hangers?*
4-6 Inches
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, when making a parallel cut for a
Center Rafter Louver how many inches should you be “inside” the rafter?*
2-3 inches
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, in a panelized roof what is the usual
span between lam beams?*
12-40’
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, when making a 45-degree
“inspection” cut, after the saw makes contact with a rafter, roll over the rafter and
continue the cut for approximately how many inches?*
6-10 inches
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, what type of cut is an alternative to
using a smoke indicator hole?*
Kerf cut
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, when standing on a Lam-Beam and
making a Louver Off a Lam-Beam cut, approximately how far should you reach out to
make your first cut?*
3 1/2 feet
According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, improper use or excessive braking will
cause the brakes to heat up. What is one of the worst consequences of heat due to
excessive braking?
brake fade
According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, in an air brake system, compressed air furnishes the force that applies the brakes. Depending on the type of vehicle, it will take approximately how long for the air to reach the brakes after you press the foot pedal?
1/4 to 1 second
According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, traveling faster than usual saves only a
few seconds while increasing the chance of an accident. Rather than driving to an
incident at-an excessive speed, what is a better way to save time to an incident?*
know your first in district and shortest safest routes
According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, what will reduce performance and greatly
increase the chance of an accident?*
improper tire inflation
According to TB 060 Methanol Vehicles, all of the following are methods of
extinguishing methanol fires. What is the most effective method?
Dry chemical extinguisher
According to TB 060 Methanol Vehicles,the Southern California Rapid Transit District
has a fleet of methanol powered buses. What kind of fire/explosion suppression system
do the buses have onboard?*
Two 20 pound Halon 1301 cylinders with 2 discharge nozzles
According to TB 074 Search and Rescue Procedures Utilizing A One-Inch Hose Line, if
a task force is assigned to rescue a firefighter, how many teams are recommended to be set up and with how many members?*
2 Teams; 3 members each
According to TB 108 35' Extension Ladder Knot, to begin tying the knot you take a bight from the slack halyard and pass it under which rung to begin?
The rung at head high or the next higher rung
According to TB 165 Illegal Marijuana Cultivation, ballasts used to run high intensity grow lights can maintain a charge for up to how many minutes after being
disconnected?
15 minutes
According to TB 108 35’ Extension Ladder Knot, when tying a half hitch with the
remaining halyard tail and capturing the front and rear halyard, what rung should you tie
the half hitch around?*
fourth or most convenient rung
According to TB 165 Illegal Marijuana Cultivation, all of the following are warning signs of an illegal marijuana operation:
-Security
-Odor
-Condensation
-Covered Windows
-Open Windows
-Excessive AC
-Video Surveillance
According to DB 15-11 Risk Management Policy and Firefighter Emergency/Mayday
Procedures, when to use “EMERGENCY TRAFFIC.”
-In the event of an extraordinary hazard, or a sudden change in conditions that creates an eminent danger to personnel, members can communicate this information by using “EMERGENCY TRAFFIC”on the radio to identify the situation
- IC/OSC are responsible for making orderly and thorough contact with all on-scene personnel
According to DB 15-11 Risk Management Policy and Firefighter Emergency/Mayday
Procedures, if after how many attempts, the member does not receive
acknowledgement on the incident tactical channel he/she shall activate the Emergency
Alert Button (EAB) and declare the “Mayday” again verbally?*
2 attempts `
According to DB 15-11 Risk Management Policy and Firefighter Emergency/Mayday
Procedures, the following situation requires the immediate initiation of a “Mayday” call if
any life threatening condition occurs and it cannot be resolved within how many
seconds?*
30 seconds
According to DB 15-11 Risk Management Policy and Firefighter Emergency/Mayday
Procedures, in a “mayday” situation and using “G-R-A-B-L-I-V-E-S” whenever possible
what angle shall a member shine their flashlight at so that a rescuer may see it?*
45 degrees
According to DB 15-11 Risk Management Policy and Firefighter Emergency/Mayday
Procedures, what does the “L” stand for in “G-R-A-B-L-I-V-E-S”?
Low
According to DB 15-11 Risk Management Policy and Firefighter Emergency/Mayday Procedures, the Incident Commander’s standard operation at an emergency incident
shall include the concept of risk management:
-Activities that present a significant risk to the safety of members shall be limited to situations where there is a potential to save endangered lives
-Activities that are routinely employed to protect property shall be recognized as inherent risks to the safety of members and actions shall be taken to reduce or avoid these risks
-No risk to the safety of members shall be acceptable when there is no possibility to save lives or property
According to Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, rapid intervention at a high-rise
incident should involve all of the following companies at a minimum:
Engine company, Squad, or Light-force and Paramedic Ambulance as designated RIC
-When more than one company is assigned to rapid intervention functions, assign an officer- preferably a Task Force Commander or battalion commander, as the rescue group supervisor
According to DB 15-17 Responsibilities of Officers to Train and Counsel, when
conducting outside drills, Officers are responsible for maintaining coverage within their
respective first-in districts, as well as the company’s readiness to respond within how
many seconds for EMS, and how many seconds for fire suppression or other related
incidents.*
60 seconds for EMS, 80 seconds for fire suppression
According to DB 15-17 Responsibilities of Officers to Train and Counsel, in large or
complex first-in districts where extended travel times may exceed _____________when
training in the most distant parts of the district, responsible Officers shall put in place
contingency plans to avoid any unduly delayed responses in their district.
ten or more minutes
According to DB 15-17 Responsibilities of Officers to Train and Counsel, to ensure all
companies are maintain timely emergency responses during training evolutions, what
may be left at training sites provided they do not compromise emergency capabilities ?*
Supply Lines
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, when making Dicing cuts, what is not
required for the cutter to know?*
Exact location of the rafters
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, When making dicing cuts what would
be the first cut performed in this operation, if needed?*
Score cut or head cut
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, the length of the dice cut is determined by what?
the reach of the tool being used to pull
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, When making a center rafter louver
cut against construction, the head cut is first made which direction?*
away from the ladder
According to DB 15-17 Responsibilities of Officers to Train and Counsel, what is the
best method for Officers to ensure that top performance is being delivered?*
Develop a set of clearly defined expectations
According to DB 15-19 Training Request for Downtown High-Rise Buildings, All
requests for entry shall be made in advance by the Station Commander. How many hours in advance shall the request be made?
24 hours
According to DB 15-19 Training Request for Downtown High-Rise Buildings, Upon
arrival to the facility, the Commanding Officer should enter through the main entrance
with no more than how many members?*
2 members
According to DB 15-19 Training Request for Downtown High-Rise Buildings, the
Company Officer shall provide the security personnel with a written roster of LAFD
personnel participating and what other information?
-Statement of Intent (email or memo is sufficient)
-All personnel shall have CDL and LAFD ID badge
According to Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, at a Metro-Rail incident
resources designated as RIC should be assigned to who?*
staging
According to Book# 101 Rapid Intervention Company, if the RIC is deployed at a metro-
rail incident, where should they deploy to and who to check in with?*
Platform level; check in with “Station Division”
According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, why is it important to keep diesel
powered apparatus fuel tanks full whenever possible?
Condensation of moisture can build up in a partially filled tank
According to TB 165 Illegal Marijuana Cultivation, what shall the incident be transitioned
to once a knock-down has been achieved and life hazard has been addressed and
abated?*
HazMat/Crime scene
According to TB 165 Illegal Marijuana Cultivation, what shall be communicated to MFC
and all resources on scene without using the incident address, if possible?*
Illegal Marijuana Operation
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, nailing blocks are usually made from a 2”x 4” laid flat between rafters to provide a nailing surface for the edge of the plywood sheathing. A nailing block is usually found every how many feet?
4 feet
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual , a plug cut is a small triangular piece of roof covering that is removed from the roof to expose and determine what?
Sheathing type and Roof Composition Thickness
According to the MOPS Volume I 1/3-80.30, the following are the primary duties of an
Apparatus Operator:
Primary duties include:
A. Driving and maintaining assigned apparatus; operating aerial ladders and small capacity pumps; if apparatus is not used, assisting in other fire fighting duties.
B. Preventive maintenance on apparatus and equipment; instructing other members in the theory and operation of apparatus; fire prevention activities; assisting in maintenance of quarters and equipment.
According to Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, LCES, the Department
recognized that there are three additional direct causes of firefighter injury or death in
the wildland and added these to LCES. The three additional considerations are:*
Location, Conditions, Safety Equipment
According to the MOPS Volume 1, what sets forth the policies and procedures of the Department as directed by the Fire Chief?
Manual of Operation
According to Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, the “EVACUATION SIGNAL” will consist of repeated short blasts of the air horn for a period no longer than 10 seconds, followed by 10 seconds of silence. This sequence of air horn blasts for 10 seconds followed by a 10-second period of silence will be done ________; total air horn evacuation signal including periods of silence will last______ seconds.
three times; 50
According to the MOPS Volume I 0/3-10.40, For The maintenance of the Library, the
following members in these sections/ bureau will maintain information posted to the
Intranet and placed in the Library, except?*
Management Information Section
According to the MOPS Volume 1,0/3-17.01, who sets forth the rules and regulations
governing members of the LAFD ?*
Board of Fire Commissioners
According to the MOPS Volume 1, 0/3-51.03, Special Notices are retained on the
Intranet ______ and provide a historical journal of changes to the Library.
FOREVER
According to the MOPS Volume 1, 0/3-55.03, Official Notices shall be retained ________________, at which point they may be removed from view on the Intranet.
until usefulness has passed
According to the MOPS Volume 1, 0/3-68.50, a Training Bulletin to all members is issued by which section and posted on the Intranet under the Training Bulletin tab?*
in service training section
According to the MOPS Volume 1, 1/0-07.00, what is goal NO. 2 of the Department?*
Develop a system for minimizing the impact of disasters and “other” emergencies on life and
property.
According to the MOPS Volume 1, 1/0-25.01, a civilian Board of Commissioners,
consisting of ____ members, each appointed for five-year terms, is the____________*
5; head of the department
According to Bk #101 Rapid Intervention Company, when you are assigned RIC at an
incident and in the “DEPLOYMENT MODE” (immediate rescue) the following radio
channels should be monitored:
When assigned rapid intervention at an incident and in the “DEPLOYMENT MODE” (immediate rescue) the following radio channels should be monitored:
-Rescue Tactical Channel (assigned by IC)
-Emergency Channel 6
Note: If the member initiating the emergency traffic is only able to communicate on the Fireground Tactical Channel, a member of the RIC must monitor the Fireground Tactical Channel.
According to the MOPS Volume 1, 0/1- 01.01, what sets forth the policies and
procedures of the Department as directed by the Fire Chief?
manual of operation
According to TB 012 Automatic Sprinkler System, a junior system sprinkler ranges in size from ____ to ____ .
one-fourth of an inch or three-eighths of an inch (1/4 or 3/8)
According to TB 012 Automatic Sprinkler System, junior system sprinklers are
distinguished by a ______ extending beyond the center of the deflector. (For
identification purposes only.)*
Pintle
According to the MOPS Volume 1, 0/3-50.05, the information contained in the body of
any _______ shall not be used as the basis for writing test questions for promotional
exams.*
Notice
According to the MOPS Volume 1 0/3-50.05, the information contained in attachments
to Special Notices MAY form the basis for promotional exam test questions if….*
the information has been included in the library
According to the MOPS Volume 1 0/3-85.01, all reports and records are standardized.
Each time a report or record is required, members should assume that a special
procedure is involved and refer to ?*
“Reports and Records’ Category, 9/0-00.00
According to the MOPS Volume 1 0/3-60.05, where shall members wishing to post an
Unofficial Notice send the text of the notice to have the notice posted to the Intranet.*
Community Liaison Office
Their respective Operations Office
Planning Section
According to TB 012 Automatic Sprinkler System, a "Junior System" is an inexpensive
protection for light hazard occupancies where not over ___or ___ sprinklers are likely to
operate.*
3 or 4
According to TB 003 Type IV Buildings-Aluminum, aluminum has a melting point of
approximately _____ degrees, a temperature which can be expected in about _____
minutes.*
1300; 10
According to TB 003 Type IV Buildings - Aluminum; Roof and Sides with corrugated
sheet aluminum and laid over framework of steel pipe. What size is the aluminum
sheets? *
26” wide by 10 feet long
According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, extremely high voltage is in excess of
______ volts.*
60,000
According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, what is the main fire hazard in an
electrical vault?*
Cooling oil used in transformers
According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, how far and how high have manhole
covers been blown away?*
75 feet high; 125 feet away
According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, how often does LADWP test the
rubber gauntlet gloves and at how many volts?*
10,000 volts and every 60 days
According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, high voltage is from _____ to _____
volts.*
600 to 59,999
According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, the overhead communication cables
normally found on the lowest level of a power pole can be energized with up to how
many volts?*
50 Volts
According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, the primary distribution lines are
usually ________ in the LADWP system.*
4.8kv
According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, LADWP has how many receiving
stations?*
21
According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, high-voltage capacitors have been
known to retain a deadly electrical charge for _________ after power has been removed
from the circuit?*
weeks
According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, the severity of injury from electrical
shock depends on the amount of electrical current and the length of time the current
passes through the body. An amperage of ______ going through the body is enough to
cause death?*
1/10 amp
According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, LAFD policy states: Aerial ladders
shall not be placed in close proximity to power lines and electrical devices. Aerial
ladders must be kept at least_____ feet away from all power lines and devices*
10
According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, when can department members work
in violation of the Aerial proximity to power lines policy and what shall the Apparatus
Operator do to provide for personnel safety?*
Participating in an actual rescue attempt; AO shall remain at the pedestal
According to TB 021 Ladder pipe Operation, the ladder pipe hose should be loaded
when the ladder pipe reaches ____degrees of elevation?*
50 degrees
According to BK #29 Truck Operations Manual, “Size-up (estimate of the situation) is a
mental evaluation that assists in determining a course of action and the methods
necessary to accomplish a desired goal” A size-up consists of three operations as
follows:
-Analyze the situation
-Decide on a plan (strategy)
-Put the plan into operation (tactics)
According to BK #29 Truck Operations Manual, open web bar joists are spaced _____
feet apart to accept corrugated metal decking covered by alternating layers of tar and
tar paper. How many feet apart are they placed?*
8
According to Bk #29 Truck Operations Manual, a single lightweight truss structural
member can span ___________and may be comprised of 2 x 4s in compression and
tension to form an integral unit.*
70 feet
According to BK #29 Truck Operations Manual, what year was additional retroactive
corrections made to existing buildings of unreinforced masonry construction to prevent
exterior walls from collapsing outward?
1971
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, what size rafters does a sawtooth roof typically have?
2x8’s or larger
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, when personnel are confronted with a structure fire that utilizes lightweight construction. To ensure effective and safe fireground operations, personnel must address four areas, what are they?
“COTI”
-Communication
-Operations
-Time
-Identification
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, in open web construction, the steel tube web members are prefabricated from _____ inch cold rolled steel tubing with the ends pressed flat into a semicircular shape with a hole punched through the end.
one to two
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, in open web roof construction, a single 2 x 4 up to ______ feet is made possible by joining different lengths in glued, mitered “finger joints.
70
According to Bk #29 Truck Operations Manual, these buildings were constructed during
the 1920s, 1930s and 1940s, and are primarily utilized in single family dwellings and
multi-story habitational occupancies up to ___ stories.*
Bungalow and Balloon; 4
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, metal gusset plate connectors may
vary in size, thickness, and depth of penetration. The most common are ____ gauge
steel plates with prongs that produce ____ inch penetration*
18 gauge; 3/8
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, in open web roof construction, top
and bottom chords are usually made from ____inch steel and web supports are solid
____ inch steel bar.*
1/8 inch; 5/8 inch
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, after the Tehachapi Earthquake of
1959, building codes were modified to require the following retroactive correction on
existing buildings masonry construction:*
Parapet walls should not be higher than 16 inches including the bond-beam cap
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, with regards to a panelized roof,
what is the common size for a purlin?*
4 x 12
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, what is the common size for
laminated beams on a panelized roof?*
6 x 36
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, Lightweight Concrete Roof is a steel
or wood sub-structure that is covered by corrugated metal, which is also known as?*
“Robertsons Decking”
According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/General, apparatus should
normally respond along prearranged routes which provide the most expeditious and
safe response and which enables other companies to_______*
anticipate where routes might conflict
According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/General, all move-ups shall
be __________ by MFC.*
non emergency unless requested otherwise
According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/General, when approaching
an intersection with a green light, drivers shall _________________. Choose the most
complete answer.*
Be prepared to stop by removing foot from throttle and placing it over the brake pedal
According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/General, regardless of time
of day or night, ________ shall be kept burning at all emergency responses.*
apparatus headlights
According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/General, the following
resources are dispatched to “Fire Department Needs Help” calls:
1 BC
1 EMS
1 Lightforce or Engine
1 ALS RA
According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/General, a Task Force with 8
members shall run as…*
2 ENGINES
According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/General, the first officer or member to arrive at an emergency shall do all of the following:
-Assume command
-Give MFC a brief “On Scene” report, and a more thorough “Size-up” report as time becomes available
-Request additional companies or equipment if needed
-Retain command until properly relieved
According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/General, hazardous material
spills on the freeways are under the jurisdiction of*
CHP
According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/General, officers shall submit
a F-225 report of harassment to the Commander of Arson/Counter Terrorism Section, when any of the following occur:
A. Bombardment of Department apparatus or personnel by missiles which are capable of inflicting bodily injury or damage to equipment. B. Discharge of firearms at Department apparatus or personnel.
C. Injury to personnel or damage to apparatus as a result of any belligerent action by civilians. D. Flagrant physical contact with, or obstruction of, members attempting to carry out their duties.
According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/General, “;Fire Department
Needs Help” is used when*
There is imminent grave danger to LAFD personnel
According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/Large Scale, an incident which includes more companies than as defined in the First Alarm assignment and less companies than defined in a Major Emergency, is the definition of a:
Greater Alarm Incident.
According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/General, when practicable, emergency resources responding to a rescue call should avoid __________.
sounding the siren in the immediate vicinity
According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations, Fire Department personnel shall not contact any person who has been so treated and/or transported without first receiving specific permission, through channels, from who?
Administrative Operations Chief Deputy
According to the MOPS Volume 1 Emergency Operations/General, a Tactical Task
Force is temporarily assembled for a special mission and disbanded upon completion of
the mission. It will normally be comprised of:*
3 Engines and a leader (normally a Captain II or BC)
1 Light Force, 2 Engines, and a leader (normally a Captain II or BC)
According to the MOPS Volume 1 Emergency Operations/Large Scale, the LAFD
incident clock is at an interval of ____ minutes.*
10
According to the MOPS Volume 1 Emergency Operations/Large Scale, in ICS terminology "Groups" are used when assigning a company or officer:
a specific function
According to the MOPs Volume 1, Emergency Operations / General, if traveled roadway
width is 20-28’, parking is permitted:*
No parking one side on same side of roadway as fire hydrant
According to the 2000 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the ground jack spread when
fully deployed is:*
16’
According to the 2000 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the maximum height (top of tiller cab) is:
11’ 4”
According to the 2000 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the extended length of the
aerial ladder is:*
94’
According to the 2000 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the engine oil pressure normal
operating range is:
12 psi (min) @ idle
50 psi (min) @ rated
According to the 2000 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the ________ is used to supply power to the aerial systems.
aerial power switch
According to the 2000 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the Parking Brake Control:*
Sets and releases rear axle spring brakes
According to the 2000 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, how many forward gears in
the Allison World Transmission?*
5
According to Book #8 - Driver Training Manual, Module #1, the driver of a responding apparatus, when notified through MFC if first company on-scene reporting “nothing showing” shall:
continue through non emergency unless requested otherwise
According to Book #8 - Driver Training Manual, Module #2, a _____________ is a flexible coupling between two shafts that permits one shaft to drive another at an angle to it. This unit is necessary to provide flexibility in the power train.
universal joint
According to Book #8 - Driver Training Manual, Module #2, a live axle is:*
one that supports part of the weight of the vehicle and also drives the wheels connected to it.
According to Book #77 Compressed Natural Gas: CNG Field Service Guide, a minimum
safe zone of _____ should be established around a CNG vehicle incident.*
50’
According to Book #77 Compressed Natural Gas: CNG Field Service Guide, ways to
detect if there is a CNG leak are all of the following
odor detection
sharp hissing sound
using a hand-held gas detection device
According to Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, all of the following are “watch-
outs”:
Interior firefighting “watch outs” (12):
-You have a working fire and your entry will be delayed.
-Multiple companies have been assigned to enter through one entry.
-Roof Division is being driven off as you prepare to go inside
-Air is being drawn in rapidly in zero visibility and the heat is banking down
-You can hear the fire burning above you but can’t see it
-You realize you are working underneath a mezzanine
-You feel uncomfortable
-Your SCBA alarm bell sounds and you still haven’t found the fire
-You flow water for several minutes and make no progress
-You hear the sound of roof ventilation being conducted behind you
-You are unable to communicate with the Incident Commander, or your Division or Group
Supervisor
-You are working with unfamiliar members
According to Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, NFPA 1500 mandates that Rapid
Intervention be in place from the onset of all emergency operations within the
Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health (IDLH) atmosphere. This is initially
accomplished by:*
The “two in/two out rule”
According to Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, while in Standby Mode the resources assigned RIC shall monitor the following radio channels:
-Incident Command Channel
-Incident Tactical Channel(s)
-Rescue Tactical Channel (if assigned)
-Emergency Channel 6
According to Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, Deployment Mode may happen immediately after being assigned RIC. For this reason, all of the following are true
except:*
Companies assigned RIC need to be given time for Standby Mode and preparation
According to Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, the “two in/two out” rule states
that communication between the 2 member team shall be:
In communication with each other through VISUAL, AUDIBLE, and PHYSCIAL or SAFETY GUIDE ROPE in order to coordinate their activities
According to TB 020 Fuel conservation/Driving Procedures, at emergency incidents vehicles should:
Shut down engines of apparatus engaged in manifolding operations where the pump is not
needed.
According to TB 031 Polycarbonate Windows, in normal use, Lexan window material has a thickness from __________.
1/8 inch to 1/4 inch
According to TB 031 Polycarbonate Windows, when using the rotary saw to cut lexan,
__________ cut/s should be made first.*
Horizontal
According to TB 065 Vehicle Battery Systems, how many of the 6 batteries are used for
starting the apparatus?*
5
According to TB 065 Vehicle Battery Systems, when an apparatus is out of service for over 10 hours or the on-board battery charger cannot be plugged in, the _________ must be turned off to avoid running down the batteries.
Radio cut off switch
According to TB 067 Holmatro Rescue Tool, the trigger handle is of the "dead man"
design which when rotated _________, causes the spreader to open.*
clockwise
According to TB 067 Holmatro Rescue Tool, the 4050 NCT cutters have an opening of:*
7 1/8”
According to TB 067 Holmatro Rescue Tool, the telescopic rams extend from:*
the end nearest to the handle
According to TB 067 Holmatro Rescue Tool, the spreader should be stored:
Closed until tips touch then open 1/4”
According to TB 067 Holmatro Rescue Tool, current LAFD policy is to replace fuel in
small motors every ___ days with fresh fuel.*
30
According to TB 169 Hot Stick USA AC, the ______setting can be utilized when working around other high voltage sources such as high voltage overhead power lines.
Low
According to TB 170 Residential Garage Fires, after a risk analysis is performed,
vertical ventilation should be:*
the exception, not the rule
According to DB 11-12 Apparatus Availability, when a Ready Reserve apparatus is placed out-of-service for more than ________, Station Commanders shall “Change-over” the Ready Reserve apparatus into a Reserve apparatus
8 hours
According to DB 13-04 Dangers of Vacant/Abandoned Buildings, the following symbol
“F/E” is used to designate the hazard.*
avoid fire escapes
According to DB 14-04 NFPA 704 Warning Placards, if water/moisture can affect the
value of the building or contents, an “LW” may be put on the placard approved by the
Fire Chief. “LW” stands for:*
Limited Water
According to DB 14-04 NFPA 704 Warning Placards, the system identifies the hazards
of a material in terms of three principal categories; namely,*
-Health
-Flammability
-Reactivity
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, the first company on scene of a high rise
incident shall:*
Assume Fire attack
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Base is the point where the primary
logistical functions are coordinated and administered. Base shall be established:*
a minimum of 200 feet away from the incident structure
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, the fire attack team shall be a minimum of
how many members?*
4
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, ___________ controls the air handling
system, the initial pressurization of stairwells, and coordinates logistical support.*
Lobby control
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, what is the single greatest difference between controlling an incident in a high rise structure as opposed to an incident at ground level?
Lead-time necessary to get personnel and equipment in position
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, the Staging Area Manager is subordinate to whom?
Operations Section Chief
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, during Rapid Intervention Company
operations at High Rise, the RIC team may locate in _______________ and report
to________: choose the most complete answer*
Staging or the floor below, Rapid Intervention Group Supervisor (if created)
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, the RIC SCBA Kit includes a first stage
reducer with ____ feet of intermediate pressure hose.*
10
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, who determines the stairwells to be used by
the occupants for evacuation?*
Evacuation group
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, normally helicopters should remain at least
________ from the involved building while in flight.*
500 feet
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, all of the following are responsibilities of
Lobby Control except for:*
Moving priority equipment to Staging
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, if an auxiliary water supply is required, the
Officer in charge of the Ground Support Unit will coordinate and supervise this effort.
Who is requested to provide a supply line to the entrance of the stairwell?
Base
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, with regards to Ground Support Unit and
moving equipment, normally one member is assigned ____ floors to move equipment.*
2
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, High Rise building in the City of Los
Angeles constructed since 1974 that are over 75’ in height will have all of the following
features:
Combined Standpipe System
Standby and Emergency Power Systems
Building Communication System
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, all of the following are a part of pre-planning:
-Physical conditioning
-Study of past fires
-Thorough knowledge of equipment and ability to use it effectively
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, if the fire is reported to be
________________, the stairwell shall be used and firefighters will walk to reach the fire
floor.*
On or below the sixth (6th) floor
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, some high-rise buildings in Los Angeles,
such as the Arco Towers and the First Interstate Tower, have floors interconnected by a
separate open stairwell. Because these are vertical openings, they must have
__________.*
two-hour protection
According to the 2001 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the Onan generator engine oil
pressure at normal operating temperature is______.*
28-64 psi
According to the 2001 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the ground jack deployed light
activation pressure is ______.*
800 psi
According to the 2001 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the aerial ladder when retracted is ______ feet long
31.8’
According to the 2001 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the Assignment Record for the apparatus is form:
F-702
According to the 2001 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the only 2001 American LaFrance LTI to use a Jacobs Engine Brake is shop #________.
60590
According to the 2001 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the cab instrumentation
indicator light for the brake system illuminates when air pressure falls below________.*
65-75 psi
According to the 2001 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, under full acceleration (100%
pedal travel) the transmission shift points occur at approximately:*
2100 rpm
According to the 2001 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, "high-idle" switch should be engaged when the apparatus will be idling longer than:
5 minutes
According to the 2001 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the spring brake valve will automatically apply if pressure in both the primary and secondary brake system is reduced below:
40 psi
According to the 2001 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, how many positions does the
hand control on the center dash for the Telma Retarder have?*
5
According to the 2001 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, with regards to the Telma
Retarder, what pressure applied to the brake pedal gives 100% effect?*
10 psi
According to TB 035 Overhaul Procedures, the objectives of overhaul are all of the following:
-To leave the scene undisturbed – insofar as possible
-To ensure the fire is out and all potential for rekindle is eliminated
-To identify and preserve all salvageable contents/possessions and minimize further damage to the building and/or materials involved.
According to TB 035 Overhaul Procedures, once a knockdown is declared, a fire watch
shall be established with a minimum of ______ people.*
There is no set number
According to TB 035 Overhaul Procedures, areas that are deemed to be unsafe for
personnel to access shall be completely restricted by:*
Both fire-line tape, and red and white striped barricade tape
According to TB 035 Overhaul Procedures, all of the following describes the types and
parameters of overhaul options available to the IC:
Complete Overhaul
Wet Overhaul
Fire Watch
Thermal Imaging Camera (TIC)
According to TB 035 Overhaul Procedures, when a complete overhaul is performed,
overhaul piles shall be established in a location that will minimize any inconvenience to
the public, and at a minimum of _______ from any part of a structure.*
10 feet
According to TB 035 Overhaul Procedures, combustible materials and other removed
contents should be located in separate piles and wet down with a hose-line using
______ to ensure extinguishment.*
Foam
According to TB 104 Urban Search and Rescue, NFPA 1670 identifies all of the
following as types of technical rescues:
-Water rescue
-Rope rescue
-Confined space rescue
According to TB 104 Urban Search and Rescue, the type of technical rescue that
requires an Entry Permit is:*
Confined space
According to TB 104 Urban Search and Rescue, the ________________will establish
necessary hazard control measures in the operational area as provided for by the
Incident Commander in the operational plan. Examples of such hazard control
measures are providing edge protection at a trench rescue incident or providing
lockout/tagout at a confined space rescue incident.*
Rescue Team Leader
According to TB 104 Urban Search and Rescue, the ___________ is responsible for
direct control of the entry portal. This member will maintain communications with the
rescue team(s) and operates at the entry to the rescue site.*
Attendant
According to TB 104 Urban Search and Rescue, the Rigging Crew will initially set up
anchors and haul systems and then staff haul lines for use in retrieving rescuers or
patients. It will be staffed by:
-Rigging Crew may be two or more individuals or may be an entire company depending on the needs of the incident
-Initially set up anchors and haul systems and then staff haul lines for use in retrieving rescuers or patients
-Non-US&R resources may staff the Rigging Crew under the direction of the Technical Support Team Leader and/or the Technical Safety Officer (TSO).
According to TB 104 Urban Search and Rescue, the first on-scene company to a US&R incident (specifically a Trench rescue) should spot the apparatus to _________________ and _______________.
-Not cause a vibration hazard & leave room to spot additional specialized companies
According to TB 136 Aircraft Emergencies Standard Operating Procedures, key
personnel/agencies needed at a Unified Command Post for an aircraft incident will
include all of the following except:*
LAPD
According to TB 136 Aircraft Emergencies Standard Operating Procedures, in an ARFF
and Structural Resource Deployment on Alert 2 and 3 Dispatches, the firefighting
resource that is staffed only by firefighters is:*
Air Stair 80
According to TB 136 Aircraft Emergencies Standard Operating Procedures,
________________ have the right-of-way regardless of emergency response.*
Aircraft and buses
According to DB 05-08 Management of Aggressive Behavior, restrained patients should be transported in what position whenever possible?
Left lateral
According to DB 05-08 Management of Aggressive Behavior, all restrained patients
shall be transported by what resource?*
ALS rescue
According to DB 20-09 Use of Recording Devices by Department Members, “recording” includes:*
Photograph, video and/or audio
According to DB 20-09 Use of Recording Devices by Department Members, recording
during working periods for non-Department purposes is acceptable as long as it is not
for monetary gain.*
False
According to DB 20-09 Use of Recording Devices by Department Members, recordings
made while on-duty for Department purposes are:
-considered department records
-unless properly authorized, such recordings SHALL NOT be shared with other Department employees or released outside the department
-The sharing or release of department records without proper authorization is a violation of department policy
According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, the 3 bag Maxiforce Air
Bag System is rated at _____ tons.*
56 tons
According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, when striking wood with
the Pickhead Axe, the angle between the side of the axe head and the surface of the
wood being cut should be what angle?*
60 degrees
According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, when using the Pickhead
Axe to break glass, strike the panel _________ and keep the axe handle
___________.*
near the top, above horizontal
According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, when breaching a brick
wall with the Battering Ram, the hole should be what shape so as not to excessively
weaken the wall?*
diamond
According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, when cutting brush with
the Brush Hook, the main stem should be cut at what angle?*
45 degrees
According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, another name for the Claw Tool is ________.
Hayward
According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, the Floor Runner is made
from __________.*
waterproof cotton duck
According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, a Mattress Carrier is what
size?*
6 1/2’ x 9 1/2’
According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, on the Ram bar, what
should be maintained tight at all times?*
set screws
According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, how long does it take a Task Force to deploy the Rescue Air Cushion?
2 mins
According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, how often do the Rubber
Gauntlet Gloves get tested by DWP?*
every 60 days
According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, the salvage hook is heavy
gauge wire preformed in the basic shape of….*
the number “2”
According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, what type of squeegee is
used to only push water?*
curved
According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/3 Self Contained Breathing Apparatus, the 45
minute air cylinder contains _____ cubic feet of air.*
65.6
According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/3 Self Contained Breathing Apparatus, the first
stage regulator lowers cylinder air pressure to a nominal ______.*
115 psi
According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/3 Self Contained Breathing Apparatus, with
regards to the PASS device, lack of movement for _____ seconds will activate the
staged alarm with LED lights alternating green and red.*
20
According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/3 Self Contained Breathing Apparatus, the Voice
Amplification System (VAS) attached to the right side of the face piece requires
___________ to function.*
3 AAA batteries
According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/3 Self Contained Breathing Apparatus, ensure the
SCBA is ready for use ___________.
-Daily at relief
-After each use
According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/3 Self Contained Breathing Apparatus, the RIC SCBA Kit contains a first stage pressure reducer with how many feet of intermediate pressure hose?
10 feet
According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/4 Ropes and Knots, the Body Harness used with
the Two Line Rope Systems is _______.*
Class III
According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/4 Ropes and Knots, the welded eye of the brake
bar rack is used for attachment and rated at ________ pounds.*
10,000
According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/4 Ropes and Knots, using the general guidelines
developed by the U. S. Army for loading a picket anchor systems in “average” loamy
soil, 3 (1-1-1) pickets in-line provides how many pounds of strength total?*
1800
According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/4 Ropes and Knots, when building a Load
Releasing Hitch the number of wraps between the 2 carabiners should be ________.*
3-6 times
According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/4 Ropes and Knots, ropes stored in bags shall be
secure to the bottom of the bag by tying a _________.*
Figure Eight Stopper
According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/4 Ropes and Knots, the KM-III static kernmantle rope has a melting point of _______ degrees.
450
According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/4 Ropes and Knots, log the rope as soon as you
receive it, log all training, emergency incidents and monthly checks on form ______.*
975
According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/4 Ropes and Knots, when sending a portable
extinguisher above ground by drop bag, start with a _______ around base, half hitch
around the middle, and a half hitch ________.*
Clove hitch-up, near the top of tank
According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/7 Ladders and Evolutions, there are how many
classifications of ladders on the LAFD?
4:
Extension: 12, 14, 20 and 35
Straight: 16, 20, and 24
Roof: 10, 12, 14, 16, and 20
Collapsible: 10
According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/7 Ladders and Evolutions, the proper climbing angle of a ladder is approximately 70 degrees. To obtain this angle, the base of the ladder should be placed at a distance from the building or objective equal to approximately ___ the desired height.
1/4
According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/7 Ladders and Evolutions, Twenty-four foot straight
ladders are used for reaching all of the following:
-One-story buildings
-Windows on second floors
-Fire escape balconies
-Normally raised by 2 members, but emergency situation may be raised by one member using 20 foot straight ladder evolutions
According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/7 Ladders and Evolutions, extension ladders
should normally be extended one foot above windowsills or fire escape balcony railing,
and a MINIMUM of _______ or more above parapet walls, roofs, etc.*
3 feet
According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/7 Ladders and Evolutions, the Fourteen-foot
extension ladder is made of 2 sections ________ feet in length.*
9
According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/8 Salvage, the method for throwing a salvage
cover where conditions require the careful placing of a cover to avoid displacing or
damaging goods is known as _________ . Counters or tables displaying fragile
merchandise are best covered by this method.*
Counter pay off
According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/8 Salvage, when using salvage covers for
sealing/bagging large areas, the fold of the end edge or side of cover to create a lap
should be approximately _____.*
one foot
According to the 2002 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, “caging” the spring brakes
means:*
Manually releasing the brakes
According to the 2002 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, the operating temperature of
the fluid for the World Transmission during a manual check is:*
160-200 degrees
According to the 2002 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, when jump starting the apparatus, connect one end of the second jumper cable to the negative terminal of the booster battery and the other end to the frame of the disabled vehicle at least ______ away from the battery.
18 inches
According to the 2002 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, the tiller tires should be maintained at what psi?
110 psi
According to the 2002 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, after cleaning, inspecting, and
lubing the aerial, hoist ladder to ______ degrees and retract. This will prevent the newly
applied grease from being scraped off when the ladder is retracted.*
60
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 4, a normal elevator hoistway door
can be expected to utilize _____ gib blocks.*
2
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 4, on hydraulic elevators and some
cable elevators, the hoistway doors will open if the elevator is either ____ inches above
or below the floor level.*
6
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 4, to move a hydraulic elevator,
locate the bleeder (lowering) valve. Most bleeder valves have a manual lowering screw
built into the valve and are marked near the lowering screw. They are marked with all of
the following:
ML, MAN, & MANUAL
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 4, when using air bags to force
open center opening doors for elevator rescue. Position the air bag where in relation to
the door?*
the top
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 6 Ventilation, stairshafts in high-rise
buildings constructed after 1974 are required to employ a shairshaft ventilation system.
The fans used must provide not less than __ cubic feet per minute while maintaining a
positive pressure of not over __ lbs on interior doors.*
50, 25
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 6 Ventilation, tempered glass windows in
a high rise are identified by 3-inch luminous or reflective decals in what part of the
window?*
A lower corner
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 6 Ventilation, blowers used for positive
pressurization of high rise stairshafts should be placed ___ feet to ___ feet back from
the doorway and angled back at least __ degrees.*
4 feet to 6 feet; 5 degrees
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 7 Elevators, elevator ascent during investigations or firefighting operations shall only be used when the reported location is _________.*
Above the sixth floor
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 7 Elevators, if the building is equipped
with split bank elevators, do not use an elevator that services the fire floor if a lower
bank of elevators reaches within _____ floors of the fire floor.*
5
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 7 Elevators, a Fire Attack Team shall
consist of a minimum of ___ members.*
4
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 7 Elevators, the designated elevator
operator reports to:*
Lobby control
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 8 Water Systems, Combination Standpipe Systems are directly connected to a water supply and equipped with both 1-1/2” outlets (2-1/2” outlet with a 1-1/2” reducer), with hose and nozzle attached, for use
by the building occupants; and 2-1/2” outlets for use by the Fire Department. The 2-1/2” system may have 100’ of single-jacketed, unlined 2-1/2” hose with a 1” tip attached to 2-1/2” outlets on each floor above the _____ floor
5th
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 8 Water Systems, with regard to
Combined Sprinkler Standpipes the sprinklers are required to be supplied by two
separate points of connection except between what years of construction?*
1983-1988
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 8 Water Systems, Pressure Regulating
Devices when found in a system should be:*
Fully opened
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 9 Salvage Operations, ______________ is damage caused by the fire suppression operations used to control and extinguish a fire.
Indirect Loss
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 9 Salvage Operations, the main focus in
salvage operations is the control of ______ and keeping it out of elevator shafts,
machinery rooms, and electrical rooms.*
water
According to TB 111 Elevator Rescue Kit, there are how many side picks?*
3
According to TB 111 Elevator Rescue Kit, when using the Elevator Rescue Paddle, all
of the following conditions must be met except:*
The elevator must not have been disabled due to being over weighted.
According to TB 111 Elevator Rescue Kit, the poling up method requires the rescuer to
utilize:
Fall protection
According to TB 140 Elevator Operations at Highrise Incidents, all members utilizing an
elevator as a means of ascent shall be equipped with all of the following:
-PPE
-SCBA
-Portable radio
-Sound power phone
-Forcible entry tool
-Appropriate equipment for fire suppression operations or the assigned task
According to TB 140 Elevator Operations at Highrise Incidents, If the circular “fire
service,” “fire helmet,” or “Maltese cross jewel” indicator light on the elevator car control
panel is blinking, the elevator cars in that bank should not be used. This blinking light
indicates:*
Impending elevator shutdown
According to TB 140 Elevator Operations at Highrise Incidents, during ascent, a
minimum of ___ floors need to be stopped at and checked between the lobby and
desired terminal floor.*
2
According to TB 164 Optional Transitional Attach with Handlines, all of the following critical tactical considerations must be identified and assessed prior to executing a Transitional Attack.
-ONLY apply water into windows or doors that have “fire showing” or volatile smoke indicative of imminent flashover
-Transitional Attack streams SHALL only flow water until a change in conditions are seen (I.e. bulk of fire is knocked down)
-Officers should attempt to gain as much situational awareness as possible prior to initiating this tactic (I.e., “360 degree size-up”)
According to the MOPS Volume 3 6/11 Equipment General, what shall not be used
when cleaning chain and rotary saws and smoke ejectors?
water
According to the MOPS Volume 3 6/11 Equipment General, members carrying radios
during non-emergency activities where the turnout coat is not worn or a radio pouch is
not available on the uniform, shall carry the radio in _______
In the belt clip provided by the Department
According to the MOPS Volume 3 6/11 Equipment General, salvage covers shall be
removed from apparatus and replaced with clean, dry covers at least once each two
calendar months or within 24 hours when damp or dirty. Make proper entries in the F-2
and on what form?*
F-128
According to the MOPS Volume 3 6/11 Equipment General, if hose is determined to be
in need of repair, mark damaged area by wrapping the hose with black tape at the
location(s) where repairs are needed. Hose shall be rolled with the female coupling
forming the core, unless…*
The damaged area is the female coupling
According to the MOPS Volume 3 7/1 Apparatus General, seat belts shall be used by
drivers and passengers during ALL driving operations except for:*
There are no exceptions
According to the MOPS Volume 3 7/1 Apparatus General, an Accident Procedure
Packet, form _____ shall be carried on Department apparatus. If this packet is used,
the driver is responsible for form _____.*
F-620, Form Gen. 88
According to the MOPS Volume 3 7/1 Apparatus General, when a member is learning to
tiller, a minimum of ___ training session(s) shall be held with the trainee placed in an
observer position behind a firefighter certified to tiller.*
3
According to the MOPS Volume 3 7/1 Apparatus General, members shall not paint the undercarriage of apparatus or any portion thereof, except as noted:
Bare metal to protect from corrosion
According to the MOPS Volume 3 7/1 Apparatus General, when lubricating apparatus,
use power lube equipment with a maximum air pressure of ____ psi.*
60
According to the MOPS Volume 3 7/1 Apparatus General, Reserve Trucks would be
identified with what series of numbering?*
“500”series
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 3 Smoke Removal, there are two
basic methods that are utilized to pressurize a contaminated area to enhance or direct
the travel of contaminants to the exterior. These two methods are:*
Mechanical positive pressure
and
Natural ventilation
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 3 Smoke Removal, natural
ventilation is dependent on all these factors:
-Direction of wind
-Temperature differential between the interior and exterior of the building
-Humidity
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 3 Smoke Removal, this method is
the most efficient way to remove contaminants from the top, bottom, and corners of a
room.*
Exterior positive pressure ventilation
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 3 Smoke Removal, positive
pressure is most efficient when the exhaust opening (heat hole, window, door, etc.) is
between __________________ the size of the entrance opening.*
3/4 to 1 3/4
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 3 Smoke Removal, this can have an adverse affect on positive pressure ventilation:
wind
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 3 Smoke Removal, when using
two blowers in series, the second blower placed behind the blower closest to the
opening boosts the efficiency of the first blower by approximately ___ percent.*
10
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 3 Smoke Removal, removing
screens on windows prior to using these openings for ventilation purposes will increase
the efficiency of these openings by at least ___ percent.*
50
According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, a Category B assignment is comprised
of:*
Not less than six fire companies, including not less than two trucks
According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, the standard used to estimate the number of companies needed to extinguish a fully involved structure is ___ GPM per line and ___ lines per company.
250, 2
According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, a Major Emergency exists when more than ___ companies are dispatched.
15
According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, Incident Commanders shall do all of the
following except:*
Establish a medical group
According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, each station commander shall perform a drive-through inspection of their inspection district once each/every _________.
3 months
According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, it is the Fire Station Responsibility to
inspect Group B buildings that are:
Less than four stories in height and less than 40,000 square feet
According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, the form used to put an occupancy on
Fire Watch is:*
F-340FW
According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, any required exit door must be openable
from the inside without _________________________________.
without the use of a key, tool, or special knowledge or effort
According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, the awning under a fire escape drop
ladder shall have a _______ opening in the awning under the drop ladder. This opening
may be closed by a snap-on canvas cover.*
24" x 24"
According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, required extinguishers, depending upon
their weight, shall be installed so that the top of the extinguisher is not more than ____
feet above the floor (less than 40 lbs) or ___ feet above the floor (greater than 40 lbs).*
5, 3.5
According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, lumber stored in a yard shall be securely
and compactly piled and in no case higher than ___ feet.*
20
According to the 2003 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, tires shall be replaced when
tread depth is at or less than _____ measured at any point on a major tread groove.*
4/32”
According to the 2003 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, with regards to fifth wheel and aerial ladder lubrication, how many zerks total need lubrication for the extension/retraction cylinder sheave wheels?
4
According to the 2003 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, with regards to special lube
instructions, each brake caliper assembly has how many zerks?*
The apparatus has plugs instead of zerks, do not remove.
According to the 2003 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, with regards to the Bi-Monthly
inspection list, inspect the brake push rod travel for a maximum ___ stroke on all 6
wheels.*
2”
According to the 2003 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, with regards to the Bi-Monthly inspection list, inspect drive belts for wear, cuts and tension. Report defect if belt tension is loose enough to allow more than ____ deflection measured at a point midway
between pulleys.
1/2”
According to TB 005 Automobile Fires and Associated Hazards, with regards to energy
absorbing bumpers, a mechanical bumper employs a heavy spring to absorb impact.
These units travel up to ____.*
4”
According to TB 005 Automobile Fires and Associated Hazards, when disconnecting an
auto battery, one should disconnect _______ first.*
Ground cable
According to TB 005 Automobile Fires and Associated Hazards, working within ___ feet
of any vehicle fire constitutes an IDLH and any member within that IDLH shall be fully
encapsulated until determined safe by the IC.*
30
According to TB 005 Automobile Fires and Associated Hazards, the Safety Officer for a
vehicle extrication incident is normally:*
the engine company captain
According to TB 038 Reciprocating Saw, the Porter-Cable TigerSaw is designed for
cutting wood up to ___ thick and metal up to ____ thick along with various other
materials.
12”, 3/4”
According to TB 038 Reciprocating Saw, when cutting metal, try to keep at least ____
teeth in contact with the work at all times.*
3
According to DB 08-04 Implementation and Procedures for Tattoo, Scarification and
Branding Policy, primary responsibility for compliance with the Department personal
appearance standards rest with_______.*
Each Department employee
According to the 2003 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, with regard to capacities and
limitations: reading the load chart, all published capacities are permissible on grades up
to ____ percent and operating on grades in excess of ____ percent is prohibited.*
6% & 14%
According to the 2003 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, with regard to capacities and
limitations: reading the load chart, an alarm on the pedestal will sound when:*
When the maximum load is exceeded by 50 - 100 lbs
According to the 2003 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, with regard to controls and
indicators: outriggers, the Interlock Override Switch allows:*
Allows an outrigger to be “short jacked”
According to the 2003 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, in the event of an electrical failure the manual circuit selector requires _________ for engagement.
Quarter turn left or right
According to the 2003 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, the fast idle switch increases
the engine to the preset RPM range of _____ to _____
1500 to 1600
According to the 2003 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, with regard to controls and indicators: aerial control pedestal, the Interlock Override Switch allows:
The aerial to be operated without the outriggers being fully deployed
According to the 2003 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, with regard to controls and indicators: aerial control pedestal, while monitoring the hydraulic system pressuregauge the pressure to extend/retract the aerial should not exceed ______ psi
2000
According to the 2003 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, with regard to controls and
indicators: aerial ladder features, the inclinometer is a floating ball-type indicator
calibrated from ____ degrees to ____ degrees.*
-20 to 80
According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/1-20.01, A _________ vacancy is a result of a promotion, death, retirement separation from service or transfer.*
primary
According to MOPs Volume 2 3/1-25.30 when a member gives notice of intention to voluntary resign from the Department. The member should submit a F-225 to whom?
through channels to the Fire Chief
According to MOPs Volume 2 3/1-35.05 All members hired after _________, shall
remain non smokers throughout their employment with the Fire Department.
July 1, 1987
According to MOPs Volume 2 3/1-68/00 House Dues, members participating in
organized mess are responsible for making timely payments, unless a prior agreement
has been reached the Station Commander should be notified of any member that has
failed to make a payment for ____ or more shifts.
5
According to MOPs Volume 2 3/3-01.08 with the exception of extended leaves no request for time off which would permit a member to be absent from duty for a period exceeding _____ days, including vacation, will be granted
65
According to MOPs Volume 2 3/3-50.01 Exchange of Time is an agreement between
members to trade specific regularly scheduled work periods. Exchanges of time shall
involve a minimum duration of _____ hours.
6
According to the AOTM Lesson 1, _________ is the movement of a body against an opposing force and is measured in foot pounds.
work
According to the AOTM Lesson 1, The principles of operation in a gasoline and diesel
engine are similar. Which of the following is not a characteristic of a diesel engine?
The quantity of air is regulated
According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/1-50.60, When a member receives a subpoena for
court stamped "On Call" you must be able to appear within _____ after receiving the
notification to report to the concerned Court.
1 hour
According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/3-25.00, Sick Leave is a leave of absence with pay
granted to members incapacitated from duty because of illness or injury not incurred as
a result of line of duty operations or exposures. Sick time is accumulated for 100% SK
time @ ____ days per calendar year.
12 days
According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/2 Performance Evaluation, the form used to
evaluate uniformed members below the rank of Captain is ________.*
F-1122
According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/5 Medical, Extended Leave is defined as
_________*
Military Leave more than 30 days
According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/5 Medical, all of the following forms shall be
completed for a “contaminated needle stick”:
F-225
F-420
5020
According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/5 Medical, members on Platoon duty must donate
blood during off-duty time. Members assigned to Special Duty may be granted one
hour of on-duty time from work to donate blood. This may be done a maximum of ___
times per year.*
4
According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/5 Medical, all of the following are true regarding
recovery of members except for _______.*
All members off duty more than 25 consecutive working days shall forward a report prepared by
the physician to MLU.
According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/5 Medical, members who become disabled NIOD
shall notify the commanding officer at their place of assignment as soon as possible and
between the hours of ______.*
0630 and 2300
According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/7 Uniforms, with regards to hair standards, hair may
cover part of the ear but the lower _____ of the ear when measured from the bottom of
the ear must remain exposed.
1”
According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/7 Uniforms, with regards to hair standards, females
assigned to field assignments may wear a single pony-tail or braid including french
braids provided the bottom end of the braid does not extend any longer than _____
inches from the top of the collar.*
6
According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/7 Uniforms, moustaches shall not cover the upper
lip, shall be well groomed, shall not protrude beyond the natural facial "smile" crease,
nor extend beyond ______ below the corner of the mouth.*
1/2”
According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/7 Uniforms, with the exception of the proper
moustache, all members shall be clean shaven by _____ and any other time reporting
for duty or when representing the Department.*
0800
According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/7 Uniforms, all are examples of permissible colors
for sunglasses:
Black
Brown
Gold
NON PERMISSIBLE: WHITE
According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/7 Uniforms, fingernails shall be no longer than
_____ beyond the tip of the finger.*
1/8”
According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/7 Uniforms, according to the Tattoos, Scarification
and Branding Policy, the only approved methods for covering tattoos are…*
Department approved uniform or a skin patch
According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/7 Uniforms, socks worn with safety boots may be all
the following solid colors except:*
Brown
According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/7 Uniforms, approved nightwear attire may be worn
outside of quarters after ______ hours or when donning of the prescribed uniform would
be impractical, i.e., showering, physical fitness, etc.*
2000
According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/7 Uniforms, Turnout Pants shall be worn when
responding to:
Turnout Pants shall be worn when responding to:
1. All reported fires except: brush or grass fires not involving structures.
2. Hazardous materials incidents.
3. All automatic alarms.
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 10 Built-In Systems, there should be
____ unlaminated copies of the Building Inventory sheet in the lock box in the Fire
Control Room.*
6
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 10 Built-In Systems, when gathering information from the annunciator panel for the smoke/heat detection system it is good practice to time stamp activated detectors. This helps provide information on:
The location of the fire and its direction of travel
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 10 Built-In Systems, the building
communication system provides public address to multiple areas of the building
including rooms with an occupancy load of _____.*
50 or more
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 12 Air Operations, the minimum helicopter response time from the Van Nuys Airport to the Downtown Area is ______ minutes.
10-12
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 12 Air Operations, normally helicopters
should remain approximately _____ feet from the involved building while in flight.*
500
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 13 Building Design and Fire Protection Systems, the year that divides high rise buildings into “existing high-rise” and “new high-rise” buildings is ______.
1974
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 13 Building Design and Fire Protection
Systems, pre-1960 high rise were limited in height (150’) and most were 13 stories. In the City
of Los Angeles, which buildings exceptions to this rule?
-Los Angeles City Hall (27 stories)
-USC-LA County General Hospital (19 stories)
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 13 Building Design and Fire Protection
Systems, after 1960 high-rise building requirements changed. High-rise over 150’ in height built after 1960 were required to have what class water system?*
Class III
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 13 Building Design and Fire Protection Systems, a Type I building is designed to withstand the most severe fire to be expected within the building for ____ or more hours without structural failure.
2
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 13 Building Design and Fire Protection
Systems, each new high-rise is required to maintain a _____ rated Fire Control Room.
1 hour
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 13 Building Design and Fire Protection
Systems, elevators are recalled to the Lobby or designated flood when:*
Smoke detector in the elevator vestibule is activated
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 13 Building Design and Fire Protection
Systems, all new high-rise are required to have emergency smoke control systems.
The HVAC system may be used provided it exhausts a minimum of ___ air changes
per hour.*
6
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 13 Building Design and Fire Protection
Systems, in all new high-rise buildings sound powered phones and jacks are required at
various locations. In the Fire Control Room, at least ___ telephone handsets are
required.*
6
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 13 Building Design and Fire Protection
Systems, every new high-rise is required to have emergency and standby power
systems accomplished by a generator. This generator is required to be able to supply
power for a minimum of ___ hours at full demand.*
8
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 13 Building Design and Fire Protection
Systems, the now called Fire Control Room was formerly called the:*
Building Control Station
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 13 Building Design and Fire Protection
Systems, approximately how many of the older existing high-rise buildings chose not to
comply with the High-Rise Retrofit Program?*
30
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 13 Building Design and Fire Protection Systems, all high-rise buildings have a minimum of ____ means of egress from each floor.
2
According to TB 044 Rotary Saw, Combi-blades and Diamond blades can be cleaned
by running the saw in all material:
Brick, Cinder Block and Asphalt
EXCEPT Concrete
According to TB 044 Rotary Saw, a carbide tip blade should be sent in for replacement
when:*
A missing tip or a visible radius appears
According to TB 044 Rotary Saw, when starting the K-970 press the air purge
diaphragm _____.*
6 times
According to TB 044 Rotary Saw, checking the air filter for maintenance is performed:*
monthly
According to TB 044 Rotary Saw, when mixing fuel to a 50:1 ratio, 2.5 gallons of
gasoline requires ____ oz of 2 cycle oil.*
6.5
According to TB 061 Scrubber Systems, scrubber systems are used to clean and dry
contaminated air. These are of concern to firefighters because the chemicals that are
cleaned are _________.*
Health Hazard
According to TB 156 Hillside Home Structure Fires, one of the biggest challenges with hillside homes is access to lower floors from grade level. The biggest challenge is usually provided by this type of hillside home:
Multi level cantilever home
According to TB 156 Hillside Home Structure Fires, with regards to a descending hillside home fire, if the fire is below grade and the only entry to establish fire attack is from the first floor, then a contingency plan of providing horizontal ventilation needs to be considered. A ventilation hole over the interior stairwell should be initiated:*
After Fire Attack has descended the stairwell and communicated their progress
According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/1 General, in making details of members, officers
will consider all of these factors:
-Development of personnel by giving varied experience for betterment of the Department
-Volunteers who wish the detail
-Qualifications of a member to perform the work
According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/1 General, on what day is the Flag flown at half-
staff until 1200 hours and raised to the peak for the remainder of the day?*
Memorial Day
According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/2 Hydrants, in the hill-side areas of the City, blue
reflectors are located on the street to indicate:
All hydrant locations
According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/2 Hydrants, when testing hydrants if the valve
chatters or if water does not flow before the hydrant stem is operated ___ full turns,
close and report the hydrant.*
3
According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/2 Hydrants, 80% of the hydrants in the City have
the street shut off valve within how many feet of the hydrant?
15 ft
According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/4 Quarters, with regards to energy conservation,
adjust heating and air conditioning thermostats to start heating when the temperature
drops below ___ degrees F and cooling when temperature is above ___ degrees F.*
68, 78
According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/4 Quarters, privately owned automobiles will not be
permitted in station yards without permission of:
Station Commander
According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/6 Public Affairs, while on duty, members shall react and conduct themselves as professional firefighters. This includes all of the following:
-Leave personal feelings at home
-Be courteous and helpful to members of the community
-Respond pleasantly to recognition or greetings from children and others in the community
According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/7 Communications, what is “strictly prohibited” with regards to radio conversation?
Pleasantries
According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/9 Planning Activities, Department dress standards for off- duty training include all of the following:
Dress standard examples of appropriate attire are:
A. Long pants (male/female)
B. Skirt (should not be higher than 1” above the knee - females).
C. Shirt with collar and sleeves.
D. Blouses with sleeves (females).
E. Shoes with socks (males).
F. Shoes with socks or nylons (females) Exception Training that would require the use of work uniforms and appropriate safety equipment
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 9 Portable Monitor, the Crossfire
Portable Monitor by TFT needs to be protected against sliding. One of the ways to do this is securely tie the monitor to an object capable of withstanding _____ lbs of force.*
900
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 9 Portable Monitor, the Crossfire
Portable Monitor by TFT is intended for maximum flows of _____ gpm. TFT has allowed the LAFD to flow up to _____ gpm as long as it is attached to a loop of loaded 4” supply hose.*
800, 1000
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 9 Portable Monitor, the angle of
the water stream relative to the ground at the elevation safety stop is ___ degrees.*
35
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 9 Portable Monitor, when
connecting 4” supply hose to the portable monitor, make the connection to the portable base and extend the hose straight back from the base at least ___ feet.*
10
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 9 Portable Monitor, the nozzle(s) to be used with the portable monitor is/are:*
Master Stream 1000 spray tip
According to Book #6 AOTM Lesson #20, in the downtown area where a spot can be made next to the curb, the aerial ladder operator knows that he/she can operate between the ____ and ____ floors and keep the climbing angle 70 degrees and above.
5th and 8th
According to Book #6 AOTM Lesson #20, in the downtown area where a spot is made outside the line of parked cars, any operation below the ____ floor will be conducted at a climbing angle of less than 70 degrees.
7th
According to Book #6 AOTM Lesson #20, to compensate for excessive street grades, spot the apparatus __________ from the area of operation
Downslope
According to Book #98 Earthquake Emergency Operational Plan, the criteria for an activation of an Area Command includes:
-Several major or complex incidents that are in close proximity
-Critical human or property values at risk when multiple incidents are competing for limited resources
-Difficulties with inter-incident resource allocation and coordination are encountered
According to Book #98 Earthquake Emergency Operational Plan, the Los Angeles Fire Department has how many operational modes for earthquakes?*
3
According to Book #98 Earthquake Emergency Operational Plan, a drive through of the district following an earthquake shall be completed:*
Non-emergency unless otherwise directed
According to Book #98 Earthquake Emergency Operational Plan, during normal
earthquake operational mode, the perimeter of the impacted area is decided by:*
OVB and OCB Assistant Bureau Commanders determine
According to Book #98 Earthquake Emergency Operational Plan, when companies vacate stations in Earthquake Emergency Mode, check in will be completed to Battalion Commanders. This is preferably completed using the MDC. When unable this will be completed in the Bureau Tactical Channel. For OWB, this is tactical channel _____*
Channel 13 OWB
According to Book #98 Earthquake Emergency Operational Plan, if a Battalion
Commander cannot perform their duties for status check during an earthquake, this will
be completed by:*
The highest ranking officer at the station the BC is assigned to
According to Book #98 Earthquake Emergency Operational Plan, START stands for:*
Simple Triage and Rapid Treatment
According to TB 075 Bomb Scene Incidents, the FBI states that ____ percent of all
terrorist attacks use explosives and incendiary agents.*
70
According to TB 075 Bomb Scene Incidents, a perimeter of at least ____ feet should be established around any suspicious package.
300
According to TB 075 Bomb Scene Incidents, during a bomb threat, without a known
device, the decision to evacuate a building is left with:
The business owner
According to TB 075 Bomb Scene Incidents, when ordering an evacuation, the ultimate authority resides with which agency?
LAFD and LAPD have concurrent jurisdiction
According to TB 075 Bomb Scene Incidents, categorizing an explosion during a size up consists of these descriptions:
-Minor Explosion
-Moderate Explosion
-Major Explosion
According to TB 075 Bomb Scene Incidents, at an incident where there was an
explosion, all of these are initial actions:
Determine cause of the explosion
Provide for a rapid assessment of the situation
Extract injured to a safe area
According to TB 075 Bomb Scene Incidents, at an incident where an explosion occurred, an Exclusion Zone (which is the IDLH) shall be set up. A general rule for a bomb scene perimeter is to identify the distance of the furthest blast debris from the center of the explosion and create a perimeter ________.
Doubles this distance
According to TB 075 Bomb Scene Incidents, the LAPD Bomb Squad will be responsible
for clearing all areas of bomb threats. This may take a substantial amount of time.
Because of this, it is desired that the bomb squad start with clearing this designated
area:*
Incident Command Post
According to TB 075 Bomb Scene Incidents, there are three main types of explosions.
All of these are considered a category:
“MCN”-
Mechanical
Chemical
Nuclear
According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/9 Planning Activities, page 7 of the Personal Record Book under Training Courses shall include all of the following:
-Sexual Harassment Guidelines
-Fire Shelters
-Seat/Safety Belt Policy
According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/7 Communications, the dispatch telephone (fire phone) shall be used for all of the following:
A. To check in or out of quarters when operating in “Manual Mode”, and for checking into quarters when operating in “Automatic Mode” to verify your status with the Metro dispatcher.
B. To report apparatus or companies on or off duty.
C. To question alarm information not clearly received.
D. Battalion and Division Commanders normally check in and out of quarters on the business phone when in “Manual Mode”. However, when returning from an alarm in either “Manual” or “Automatic Mode”, they shall check in on the dispatch phone (fire phone).
E. When there is an extended delay (2 or more minutes) in Metro answering the fire phone, responsible members can use the business phone to check into quarters by dialing (213) 847- 5360.
According to the MOPs Volume 2 4/7 Communications, when reporting a still alarm, the necessary information to obtain and communicate to Metro is all of the following:
Exact address of the incident
Call back telephone number
Nearest cross street
According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/7 Communications, companies that are CAV are required to respond to an incident:
-Within 3 minutes for Fire Resources
-60 seconds for Paramedic and EMT Rescues
According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/4 Quarters, Battalion Inspection for the A Platoon shall occur in the months of:*
February and August
According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/4 Quarters, station security is the overall
responsibility of the Station Commander with all members sharing the responsibility. However, according to the MOPs, a station watch is supposed to be assigned at all
times. This consists of:
The station watch shall have station security and public contact as their primary responsibility. Other duties include:
A. Keeping alarm appliances ready for use (this includes daily door bell test)
B. Receiving teletype messages
C. Actuating answer-back on receipt of taps or special signals
D. Calling a Company Commander when conditions arise that they cannot handle, when supplies are delivered, and when workers arrive on City business.
According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/4 Quarters, the station watch (described above) primary responsibilities are:*
Station security and public contact
According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/4 Quarters, no visitors are allowed after ______
hours but may be extended to _______ hours for special events.*
2100, 2300
According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/4 Quarters, sleeping in top of bedspreads is strictly
prohibited.*
During sleeping hours when a bed is to be occupied, it shall be dressed with only the member’s linen. All linen and bed clothing shall be kept in a neat and sanitary condition. When a bed is dressed for sleeping, the bedspread shall be removed and stored in a clean place. Sleeping on top of bedspreads is PROHIBITED!
According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/4 Quarters, the size of the number used to mark the mattresses of the fire station is ____ inch/inches.
3
According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/4 Quarters, members should retire sometime
between the hours of _____ and _____.*
2000 and 2300
According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/2 Hydrants, if a hydrant has been reported
inoperable and a time of ___ hours have passed, Hydrant Access Unit and Battalion
Commander shall be notified by telephone.*
72
According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/2 Hydrants, when shutting of a sheared hydrant, fire hydrant gate valves may require ________ full turns to complete a shut down.*
18-26
According to the MOPs, Volume 2 4/1 General, on Memorial Day the Flag shall be:*
Flown at half-staff until 1200 hours then raised for the remainder of the day
According to the MOPs, Volume 2 4/1 General, a suggestion that save the Department monetarily of over ____ dollars in the first year is up for a monetary award to the member. This is a maximum of ______ dollars.*
100, 50,000
According to the MOPs, Volume 2 4/1 General, line-up shall occur at a place designated
in quarters by________.*
station commander
According to the MOPs Volume 5, 9/1 Reports and Records General, and F-223 (red
letterhead without boxes) is used for:*
Intra-departmental correspondence, when routing “through channels” is not desired or required
According to the MOPs Volume 5, 9/1 Reports and Records General, for uniformity member’s names shall be entered by - Last Name, First Name, and Initial (if any). In a long list of names, arrange names:*
Alphabetically by last name
According to the MOPs Volume 5, 9/1 Reports and Records General, when corrections are necessary to final reports, records and journals:*
-A line shall be drawn through the entry
-Correction made in ink above or in the margin
-Person shall initial it in ink
According to the MOPs Volume 5, 9/1 Reports and Records General, the following are all true with regards to signatures:
-Members below the rank of BC shall use full civil service name
-Multiple-copy reports may be signed through carbon, provided all copies are legible
-Signature indicates approval unless otherwise noted:
In the case of recommended disapproval of an F-225 by an intermediate officer, the signature shall be preceded by the word “disapproved” and an F-225 cover letter explaining the reason for such recommendation shall be attached to the original copy of such report
In the case of “non-concurrence” with the content of an F-225, intermediate officers shall type “See attached F-225” in their signature block and attach an F-225 cover letter with additional information as appropriate
-Use of rubber stamp signatures by officers for official communications requires approval of Fire Chief
According to the MOPs Volume 5, 9/1 Reports and Records General, a permanent
Department form will have an “F” prefix preceding a number. Occasionally when it is necessary to field test a form before making it permanent, it will have ______ after the form number and the test period will be _________.
“Temp”, 6 months or less
According to the MOPs Volume 5, 9/1 Reports and Records General, at the time of
retirement, each member’s Personal Record Book will be:*
presented to the member
According to the MOPs Volume 5, 9/3 Reports and Records Files, Fire Prevention
Occupancy Record Cards (F-173 and F-173A) shall be maintained for a period of
________ from the date of making such record.*
not less than 3 years
According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the Hose and Salvage Cover Record (F-
128) is kept in/at:*
book 55
According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, an F-215 Equipment Loan Receipt is to be
retained:*
until equipment is returned
According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, an F-215 Equipment Loan Receipt has how
many copies?*
2
According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-377 Bi-monthly Preventative
Maintenance Record is retained:*
last 6 copies in the log book at all times
According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-377 Bi-monthly Preventative
Maintenance Record, forward one copy to Battalion Commander within______.
within first two weeks of the month.
According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-377 Bi-monthly Preventative
Maintenance Record, reserve apparatus shall receive an F-377 completed every:*
every 4 months
According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-377 Bi-monthly Preventative Maintenance Record, all preventative maintenance should be inspected for each apparatus as applicable. Items in good condition are to be marked with _____ in designated column.
O.K.
According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-377 Bi-monthly Preventative
Maintenance Record is completed on:
On network staffing system
According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-380 is ________ and retained for a
period of _______.*
Apparatus yearly mileage, 1 year
According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-620 Accident Procedure Packet is
retained:*
Permanently
According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, when filling out the F-620 Accident
Procedure Packet, a Form Gen 88 is initiated by _____ and the packet requires how
many copies?*
The driver of the apparatus, 5.
