TRAINING BULLETINS Flashcards
An Officer drilling on the use of Sound Powered Telephones at Under River tunnels was incorrect when he made which statement?
A) If using an amplifier to increase volume, place the talk level knob at the highest setting.
B) When dedicating members to a SPT, each member shall be paired with another member who will monitor HT communications.
C) An Under River tunnel system will include coverage in both tubes in both directions and one location on both sides of the tunnel, typically the newest emergency exit.
D) There is usually a connection from one SPT system to an adjacent system. (Example - Under River tunnel to a nearby subway station)
E) In Under River tunnels, the SPT connectors are found at standpipe outlets, about 200 feet apart. Notify the IC of the standpipe outlet number in order to identify the incident location.
ANSWER: D) There is usually a connection from one SPT system to an adjacent system. (Example - Under River tunnel to a nearby subway station. (INCORRECT STATEMENT)
- There is USUALLY NO CONNECTION from one SPT system to another.
(TB Tools 31)
Members are drilling on the 6x9 tour on FAST Unit operations. When discussing the PAK Tracker, which statement made by the junior member was the only correct statement made?
A) The maximum range from an SCBA’s transmitter to a PAK Tracker handheld receiver is approximately 450 feet line of sight.
B) While the PAK Tracker can receive and store up to 48 SCBA identities, the LCD display screen is only large enough to display one line of information.
C) It is important to understand that a PAK Tracker receiver can only lock on to two SCBA’s at a time.
D) Use the PAK Tracker in a sweeping motion, very rapidly in a horizontal direction first.
E) Always pause 3 to 4 seconds for a reading when using the PAK Tracker.
ANSWER: E) Always pause 3 to 4 seconds for a reading when using the PAK Tracker.
A - Max range is 900 (NINE HUNDRED) feet line of sight
B - Can store up to 36 (THIRTY SIX) Identities / LCD screen can display 2 (TWO) lines of information
C - Can lock on to 1 (ONE) SCBA at a time
D - Use in a sweeping motion VERY SLOWLY horizontally first. Use vertically if signal may be coming from higher or lower floor
(TB SCBA Addendum 8 - 2.1, 5.3, 5.4, 7.8, 7.9)
The new FRC Digital In-Line Pressure/Flow metering device has been designed specifically for standpipe operations. This device has many features that will help the control firefighter monitor the pressure and flow being delivered from the standpipe outlet to the nozzle team. Which feature below is listed incorrectly regarding this tool?
A) The gauge will allow the control FF to regulate the water flow into the hose line from the standpipe outlet.
B) A red LED readout of pressure in pounds per square inch (psi)
C) A blue LED readout of water flow in gallons per minute (gpm)
D) A built in 45 degree elbow to ease use in wall cabinets.
ANSWER: A) The gauge will allow the control FF to regulate the water flow into the hose line from the standpipe outlet. (INCORRECT STATEMENT)
(TB Tools 36 - 1.1 2.1)
- Allows member to MONITOR PRESSURE AND FLOW BEING DELIVERED FROM STANDPIPE OUTLET TO NOZZLE TEAM.
The FRC Digital In-Line Gauge is powered by a rechargeable lithium ion 9 volt battery to provide optimal power and longevity for ________ hours of operation.
A) 2
B) 3
C) 4
D) 5
ANSWER: D) 5
TB Tools 36 2.1
Captain Drake and his company are discussing the use of the FRC Digital In-Line pressure gauge. In how many of the following choices were they correct regarding the operation of this tool?
- The gauge should be pre connected to the Control FF’s folded length of hose.
- After connecting to the standpipe outlet, firmly press and hold the green on/off button for 4 to 5 seconds.
- The goal is to obtain a residual pressure (nozzle open, water flowing) of approximately 70 psi for a 3 length stretch or 80 psi for a 4 length stretch with a flow of 225/250 gpm.
- Suspect kinks if the pressure reading is normal or higher and the flow is reduced below normal.
- Suspect a burst length if the pressure reading is normal or lower and the flow is increased above normal.
- If the gauge fails to display upon initial start up, make another attempt to turn it on. If this attempt fails, immediately notify the officer and advise that water flow will be delayed. The gauge must be disconnected from the outlet and the hose reconnected directly to the outlet.
A) 6 B) 5 C) 4 D) 3
ANSWER: C) 4 (Choices 1 and 6 are incorrect)
TB Tools 36 (3.1)
1 = DO NOT HAVE PRE-CONNECTED
6 = If 2nd attempt fails, VERIFY with officer that nozzle team is
receiving proper pressure and flow / gauge DOES NOT regulate
water flow / hose line operations CAN CONTINUE without the
display functioning properly.
After a run in a high rise multiple dwelling, Lt. Kelly decides to have a drill with her members on elevator operations during fires. Lt. Kelly would be correct to tell her junior members which one of the following choices?
A) When a fire is confirmed on the 8th floor or below, units should avoid the use of elevators.
B) Do not use an elevator in a bank which services the fire floor if a lower bank of elevators reaches within seven floors of the fire floor.
C) Not more than 6 members are permitted in any elevator car.
D) The elevator should be stopped every 10 floors (precautionary stops) to confirm that the elevator will respond to the selected floor.
ANSWER: C) Not more than 6 members are permitted in any elevator car.
TB Elevator Ops 6 (6.1.2 - 6.1.10)
A - SEVEN (7) or below avoid elevators (8 is great)
B - Do not use elevator in a bank which services fire floor is a lower
bank reaches within FIVE (5) floors of the fire floor.
C - Correct
D - Precautionary stops made EVERY FIVE (5) floors.
You are drilling with your members on elevator operations. You made the following statements. In which statement were you incorrect?
A) Before leaving the lobby and at each precautionary stop, direct a flashlight up between the elevator car and the hoist way to determine if there is any smoke in the elevator shaft.
B) The “YOU ARE HERE” sign, which is required to be posted at each floor near the call button will show the relationship of the elevator to the stairway. This should be inspected at every precautionary stop as floor configuration may change.
C) If you are in a smoke filled hallway, remember, elevator doors will swing toward you and apartment doors will swing away from you.
D) In any situation where the elevator operates erratically, exit the car at the nearest safe floor.
ANSWER: B) The “YOU ARE HERE” sign, which is required to be posted at each floor near the call button will show the relationship of the elevator to the stairway. This should be inspected at every precautionary stop as floor configuration may change. (INCORRECT STATEMENT)
TB Elevator Ops 6 (6.1.11 - 6.1.15)
- Inspect sign at FIRST AND LAST precautionary stop.
The guide to company apparatus care and maintenance shall be posted at the house watch area and used as a guide. Which inspection would not be required to be completed immediately after the 0900 and 1800 roll calls?
A) Fill fuel tank
B) Check seat belts for fraying
C) Check sirens, air horns, and warning lights for operability.
D) Inspect the wheel checks. Proper position is when they are not in sequence.
E) Check non response lights, and notify Fleet Services for replacement of all bulbs other than headlights.
ANSWER: D) Inspect the wheel checks. Proper position is when they are not in sequence. (INCORRECT)
- Inspect wheel checks DAILY. Proper position is when they are IN SEQUENCE.
EVERY TOUR: Fill fuel tank / check seat belts / check sirens & warning lights / check non response lights / purge air tanks
(TB Apparatus C-2 section 3.1.1)
There are many numbers to remember when performing daily maintenance of the apparatus. Which one is incorrect?
A) Air loss of 1 lb. per 10 minutes, or a maximum of 10 lbs. per application does not require notification to fleet services.
B) Check the Engine oil when hot, or when the engine has been running for at least 30 minutes.
C) When the tread wear of the tire reaches 3/16” request replacement.
D) The antifreeze level should be about one inch below the radiator cap or to the full mark on the surge tank.
E) If during a short period of time (approximately 24 hours), a TL basket platform drifts downward excessively, notify Fleet Services.
ANSWER: B) Check the Engine oil when hot, or when the engine has been running for at least 30 minutes. (INCORRECT)
- Check oil when COLD or when the engine has been SHUT DOWN FOR AT LEAST FIFTEEN (15) minutes.
(TB Apparatus C-2 section 3.2.7)
With various types of snowfall and icing conditions, snow chains should be applied at the discretion of the Officer. Choose the incorrect point about these snow chains.
A) Only full chains should be used (no strap style chains)
B) When chains are applied, apparatus must not exceed 15 mph.
C) When weather and road conditions improve, chains must be removed. The use of chains on dry pavement can cause severe damage to the apparatus.
D) When the apparatus is out of quarters for any reason, except while responding to fires or emergencies, and cross links of chains break or become loose, the Officer in command of the apparatus shall cause the apparatus to stop immediately.
ANSWER: B) When chains are applied, apparatus must not exceed 15 mph. (INCORRECT)
- Snow chains = no more than THIRTY (30) MPH.
- Regulations Ch. 11 (No turns in excess of 15 mph)
(TB Apparatus C-2 section 2)
All marked FDNY apparatus/vehicles have been issued security decals. Which choice is wrong concerning these decals?
A) The decals are affixed adjacent to the driver’s side door or may be found on the driver’s side of the windshield. The Company Commander shall ensure the presence of the decals, and that the FD emblem is in an upright position.
B) If member’s observe a marked FDNY apparatus/vehicle that does not have a vehicle security decal, they shall approach the vehicle and challenge the driver.
C) If members observe a marked FDNY apparatus/vehicle that does not have a security decal, they shall contact the borough dispatcher after requesting a mixer off message.
D) If a decal on a fire apparatus becomes damaged, the Officer shall immediately notify Fleet Services, make a journal entry, and send a letterhead report to the Assistant Commissioner of Fleet/Tech Services. A copy of the report and remnants of the decal are forwarded to BFI.
ANSWER: B) If member’s observe a marked FDNY apparatus/vehicle that does not have a vehicle security decal, they shall approach the vehicle and challenge the driver. (INCORRECT)
- DO NOT APPROACH the vehicle (contact dispatch via mixer off)
(TB Apparatus C-2 Addendum 2 section 4.2)
Vehicle recovery straps for FDNY vehicles are often used in snow conditions to aid in the recovery of Department vehicles. Choose the incorrect point concerning these straps.
A) The straps can be used to recover EMS ambulances and Battalion vehicles. They cannot be used to recover Engine & Ladder Apparatus.
B) The strap shall not be used for towing and lifting.
C) The straps shall never be attached to the front or rear bumper.
D) If the stuck vehicle is an ambulance with a patient, the patient may remain in the ambulance while the strap is used if the driver remains in the ambulance.
E) Members shall maintain a 35’ Safety zone around the strap when in use.
ANSWER: D) If the stuck vehicle is an ambulance with a patient, the patient may remain in the ambulance while the strap is used if the driver remains in the ambulance. (INCORRECT)
- The patient MUST BE REMOVED from the ambulance.
(TB Apparatus C-2 Addendum 3 section 3.15.2)
FDNY 100’ Aerial ladders operate by utilizing two double acting hydraulic lift cylinders which provide smooth, precise elevation from ___________ degrees above horizontal.
A) 0 - 45
B) 0 - 60
C) 0 - 80
D) 0 - 100
ANSWER: C) 0 - 80
TB Apparatus L-7 1.2
Two individually controlled stabilizers can be hydraulically extended out and down to provide a firm base for Aerial ladder operations. The load capacity varies from ____________ at the tip depending on the degree of elevation.
A) 200 - 1000
B) 250 - 750
C) 300 - 800
D) 350 - 1000
ANSWER: B) 250 - 750
- Aerial Ladder load capacity = 250 to 750 lbs at the tip
- Confined space high point anchor - Aerial (250) / TL (800)
(TB Apparatus L-7 1.4)
During drill, an LCC is showing the members of the company the proper way to place the Aerial Ladder into Power Take Off (PTO). Of the following steps, which one was taken incorrectly?
A) He placed the automatic transmission is the PARK (P) position.
B) The MAXI-BRAKE was engaged.
C) He moved the FRONT BRAKE LOCK SWITCH to the ON position. The FRONT BRAKE LIGHT illuminated.
D) He opened the red cover of the PTO CONTROL SWITCH and flipped the switch to the UP position. The PTO light illuminated.
ANSWER: A) He placed the automatic transmission is the PARK (P) position. (INCORRECT)
- Place transmission into NEUTRAL (N) position.
(TB Apparatus L-7 2.2)
Hydraulically operated “H” frame stabilizers are located behind the rear wheels of the Aerial Ladder. The controls for these stabilizers are located at the back of the apparatus, one handle for each stabilizer. The stabilizers each require __________ for full horizontal extension.
A) 3’ 6”
B) 4’ 0”
C) 5’ 2”
D) 6’ 3”
ANSWER: C) 5’ 2”
TB Apparatus L-7 3.1
Aerial ladders are provided with an “Interlock Diverter Valve” (IDV) to help safeguard the stability of the apparatus. The IDV diverts the hydraulic fluid to power either the stabilizers or the Aerial Ladder. Should a function of the IDV system fail, the stabilizers or Aerial Ladder can be moved by accessing the override controls located where?
A) In the cab, on the officer’s side
B) In the cab, on the LCC’s side, near the PTO switch.
C) On the Aerial Ladder pedestal
D) At the rear of the apparatus
ANSWER: D) At the rear of the apparatus
- Only use IDV in an EMERGENCY SITUATION
- Notify IC if you use IDV
(TB Apparatus L-7 3.2.4)
A Lt. Instructing member’s of her company on the proper way to extend and lower the stabilizers on Aerial Ladders was correct in all but which statement made below?
A) Always begin by extending and lowering the inboard stabilizer (working side) first.
B) Activate the HIGH IDLE switch to assist in faster operation.
C) Move the STABILIZER CONTROL HANDLE toward the OUT/DOWN position until the stabilizer is fully extended horizontally and begins to lower to the ground.
D) Pause the operation prior to contact with the ground in order to place the ground stabilizer pad. These pads must be used at all times. Once in place resume lowering the stabilizer until it reaches the end of its stroke.
ANSWER: A) Always begin by extending and lowering the inboard stabilizer (working side) first. (INCORRECT)
- Not always (For uneven surfaces such as a sloped street start by lowering the lower side first)
(TB Apparatus L-7 3.3)
Which one of the following is an example of a plant used by am arsonist?
A) Cotton waste and rags found near the point of origin and spread throughout an apartment
B) Candles and matches found near the point of origin.
C) A gas line that was cut or disconnected near the point of origin.
D) Gasoline found in a can in a room next to where the fire started.
ANSWER: B) Candles and matches found near the point of origin.
A - Trailer
C and D - Accelerants
(TB Arson - 1.2.5)
Possible indicators of the use of flammable accelerants at a fire are indicated by all of the following except which choice below?
A) Charring of the floor
B) Char in a broken pattern or puddle like cicle burns.
C) Low burn marks on a wall, under a door, or on the lower part of the door.
D) Heavy body of fire with a large amount of contents.
E) Burn marks on a civilian’s forehead, cheeks and under the chin and nose.
ANSWER: D) Heavy body of fire with a large amount of contents. (INCORRECT)
- Heavy body of fire with LITTLE AMOUNT of contents.
(TB Arson - 3.7)
You are a company officer operating at a fully involved car fire where after the fire is knocked down, the owner of the car informs you she thnks the fire was intentionally set and wants to talk to you. In this situation, you would be correct to?
A) Let her talk freely, and interrogate if only necessary.
B) Listen to what she is stating about the fire, but do not record any information in writing.
C) Let her talk freely, record what she is saying, then request her name and address.
D) Because you are not an experienced investigator, be aware that she should only talk freely to the Fire Marshal.
ANSWER: C) Let her talk freely, record what she is saying, then request her name and address.
- DO NOT INTERROGATE (simply ask for name and address)
(TB Arson)
You are a company officer in an Engine company maintaining a fire line that has been established at a multiple dwelling where there is an ongoing investigation extending over a long period of time. Several relatives and neighbors arrive at 1100 hours and they want to place flowers inside the area where the fire line was established. In this situation you would need the authorization of the _______________ to allow the people to cross the fire line?
A) Chief Fire Marshal and/or Division Commander
B) Chief Fire Marshal and/or Chief of Operations
C) Assigned Fire Marshal and/or Chief of Operations
D) Assigned Fire Marshal and/or Chief of Department
ANSWER: C) Assigned Fire Marshal and/or Chief of Operations.
- Chief of Operations Richardson
(TB Arson - 4.1)
After fire is knocked down in an apartment, a ladder officer finds a 10-45 Code 1 victim on the mattress in a rear bedroom. Which indicator found on the victim should the officer find suspicious and thus notifying the IC of possible arson?
A) The victim is found in a pugilistic position
B) The victim has cherry red lips, eyelids and skin.
C) The victim has pink or red skin showing on the lowest horizontal area of their body.
D) The victim has soot in or around the nose or mouth.
E) The victim’s skull appears to have exploded.
ANSWER: C) The victim has pink or red skin showing on the lowest horizontal area of their body.
- Pink/red skin on lowest horizontal point on body represents LIVIDITY. (Don’t conufse with cherry red)
A - Pugilistic position DOES NOT indicate violence or a struggle. This is due to the contraction of the muscles that occurs during the fire.
B - Cherry lips, eyelids and skin represent CO in blood (victim was breathing/alive at the time of the fire)
D - Soot in nose or mouth indicates victim was breathing/alive at time of the fire.
E - Heat penetrating into the cranial cavity produces steam from the fluids of the body, which in turn produces pressure sufficient to cause an internal explosion.
(TB - Arson - 4.6)
An officer conducting drill on evidence collection and preservation by members at the scene of a suspicious fire was correct to state that?
A) A clean, one gallon, metal can (like a clean paint can) is the preferred evidence packaging method.
B) If a one gallon metal can is not available, a clean glass jar with a tight fitting lid is the next best choice.
C) Plastic containers may never be used because vapors may escape through the plastic.
D) In an emergency, use of only a single, brand new, heavy gauge plastic bag can be justified if it is closed tighlty, until a can or jar can be found.
ANSWER: B) If a one gallon metal can is not available, a clean glass jar with a tight fitting lid is the next best choice.
A - This container should be a one (1) gallon metal can such as a NEW paint can. (Never use a can that was previously used.)
C - AVOID using plastic containers
D - In an emergency you can use TWO (2) heavy gauge plastic bags
(TB - Arson - 5.3.1)