Under River Tubes

Question 1

Where shall passengers be evacuated in Under River Tubes (URT)?

Answer 1

Along Space outside of running rails, opposite 3rd rails. Be aware that 3rd rails may change from side to side
Ch 2

Question 2

In URT is it safe to walk between running rails?

Answer 2

Unsafe to walk between running rails due to drainage trough. Ch 2

Question 3

URT is there access to the adjacent tube?

Answer 3

Most tubes have NO Access to the adj tube throughout underwater areas. You cannot ride a train halfway across the river, get out of the train and cross over to the adjoining tube. Ch 2

Question 4

Where is the airflow in URT?

Answer 4

Only openings for air flow are at the ends of the tube. A disabled train in a tube will impede air flow Ch 2

Question 5

In most cases where is the location of the last emergency exit in URT?

Answer 5

Tunnel to tube transition area is the location of the last emergency exit and the last crossover to the adjacent tube until the other side of the river Ch 2

Question 6

T/F All URT standpipes in NYCT system are wet?

Answer 6

True. All standpipes are city main fed. There are no pumps to augment pressure. Ch 2

Question 7

Siamese are usually located _ in URT?

Answer 7

Usually located at the emergency exits closest to the river Ch 2

Question 8

2 1/2” outlets are located _ throughout URT vs Section valves found approximately every _’

Answer 8

2 1/2” Every 200’;

Section valve approx every 600’ (often found at base of emergency exits) Ch 2

Question 9

Sound powered phone jacks are located _ in URT

Answer 9

At Standpipe outlets (exception Joralemon Tube). Standpipe outlet numbers may be used to pinpoint location of incident. Ch 2

Question 10

20 lb dry chem extinguishers are located at power removal boxes approx every _’

Answer 10

600’ Ch 2

Question 11

Emergency Evacuation Devices (EED) located _ in URT

Answer 11

Both ends of each URT at the base of emergency exit. Also located near stations at 1st Blue Light SOUTH of station on SB track. Ch 2

Question 12

Are Repeater Antennas found in most emergency exits in URT?

Answer 12

At present there is no repeater coverage inside most emergency exit stairways. HT relay on Tactical Ch should be used Ch 2

Question 13

4 ways to pinpoint location at URT “BOCS”

Answer 13

Blue light
Outlets (standpipes)
Columns #
Signals for trains

Question 14

Can Post Radios be used at URT?

Answer 14

Post Radios may be useful to communicate above ground from 1 side of River to the other. However, do NOT use Post Radio in immediate vicinity of signals, communications equipment or train operator cabs due to possibility of electrical interference. Ch 2

Question 15

Where are ventilation fans found in URT?

Answer 15

All NYCT URT have reversible fans at both ends, usually in the vicinity of the emergency exit nearest to the water. There are no vent fans or duct-work in the tubes themselves Ch 2

Question 16

The lengths of the UR sections of the tubes are shown, along with the distances from the closest stations to the emergency exits at the start of the tubes on which side of Operational Guide?

Answer 16

Side B Ch 2

Question 17

What shall be done in URT if ambulatory persons leaving Emergency Exits?

Answer 17

Inform Dispatcher which Emergency Exit opened and if passengers are self-evacuating then request power off on affected tracks. Ch 3

Question 18

Location of Initial Command Post in URT

Answer 18

In most cases, initial Cmd Post located at station closest to tunnel in borough of 1st assigned DEPUTY Chief Ch 4

Question 19

T/F Ventilation will be one of the highest priorities of TA Liaison BC upon arrival at TA Command Center

Answer 19

True. It is critical to contact trainmaster to determine fan status Ch 4

Question 20

Evacuation should take place _ from fans operated in exhaust mode

Answer 20

Away, however, may not be possible in tunnel Ch 4

Question 21

FDNY Core Competencies “FEM SLAM”

Answer 21

Fire suppression,
Evacuation of structures 
Mass decon
Search and rescue
Life safety
Arson (cause/origin)
Medical care pre-hospital

Question 22

CBRNE/Haz Mat Emergencies (Terrorist/Criminal) who is the Primary Agency?

Answer 22

NYPD- they may choose Unified or Single Command. In either case Unified Operations where FD directs lifesaving ops. Ch 5

Question 23

Victim Removal Order URT

Answer 23

Ambulatory Victims
Non-Ambulatory Red (Immediate transport)
Non-Ambulatory Yellow (Delayed)
Victims requiring Disentanglement/Extrication Red
Victims requiring Disentanglement/Extrication Yellow
Black tag (Deceased) Ch 7

Question 24

Primary method for moving patients and equipment in URT

Answer 24

Rail Carts which ride on tracks (Ch 7)

Question 25

The 1,000 Volt lines running throughout the tube at ceiling level- are they deactivated with request for power removal?

Answer 25

No Ch 9

Question 26

Incorrect for URT
A. Most tubes are between 14-19’ wide, which is only large enough to contain 1 track
B. When evacuating passengers, walk them between running rails. Do not walk passengers outside rails due to 3rd rail alternating sides as it goes via tube
C. Most tubes have no access to adj tube throughout underwater areas
D. Very little space between train and tube. If collision/explosion, it may be impossible to obtain access to side of train from exterior

Answer 26

B Evacuate passengers along space outside of
running rails, opposite 3rd rail. Be aware that location of 3rd rail may change from side to side. It is unsafe to walk between the running rails due to the drainage trough

Question 27

URT Emergency Exit Incorrect
A. Tunnel to tube transition area is the point where the underground tunnel connects to URT. In most cases, it’s the location of last emergency exit and last crossover to adj tube until other side of river
B. Emergency exit may be standard (flush w/sidewalk) or upright (side of structure). Both are opened w/subway emergency tool, triangle key
C. Exit stairways are constructed of either concrete or metal. Metal stairs are often steeper w/open threads
D. Crossovers are connections between adj tunnels. They are located only in underground areas and at ends w/URT. Crossovers associated w/emergency exits are usually one or more levels above tracks

Answer 27

D Crossover at track level is the most common configuration. With this type of crossover, the emergency exit stairway comes down to a platform between two tracks. The platform is at the same level as a station platform, making it easy to board or leave a train

Question 28

Incorrect Standpipes in URT
A. All URT standpipes are wet, city-main fed, and there are no pumps to augment pressure, but Siameses are usually located at emergency exits closest to the river
B. 2 1/2” outlets are located every 200’ and Section valves are approximately 600’
C. SPT jacks are located at all URT standpipe outlets in all tubes
D. 20 lb dry chem ext are located at power removal boxes, approx every 600’
E. EED are located at both ends of each URT at the base of the emergency exits

Answer 28

C exception: Joralemon Tube

Question 29

Incorrect communications URT
A. If enough personnel are on scene and conditions warrant, HT relay should be est. HT relay is basic means of communicating subway system
B. For max repeater coverage, IC should ensure a member operating on repeater ch at street level in a position at closest station on both sides of river
C. Repeater coverage is available in all emergency exit stairways. If repeater use is unsatisfactory in emergency exit stairwell, HT relay on Ch 14 used
D. Notify NYC Transit when Post Radios are in use w/in subway. Post Radios may be useful to communicate above ground from 1 side of river to other

Answer 29

C At present, there are no repeater antennas at most emergency exits, and no repeater coverage inside most emergency exit stairways. HT relay on the tactical
channel shall be used

Question 30

1st BC URT Correct
A. Special call BC, at least 1 Eng, and 1 SSL to stage at the stations and emergency exits nearest URT
B. SOC resources should be used for monitoring, structural assessment, and tech rescue. If Rebreather Systems is being considered request ASAP
C. ICP est at emergency exit or station closest to tunnel, in borough of 1st assigned DC
D. If passengers and FF’s are in adj tubes, request power removal. Power must remain off in adj tube until all FD ops completed

Answer 30

B
A Special call a BC , at least 1 Eng and 1 Lad, and a unit with monitoring capability to stage at the stations and the emergency exits nearest URT
C In most cases, ICP will be located at the station closest to the tunnel, in the borough of 1st assigned DC
D If passengers and/or FFs are in the adj tube, request power removal. After the adj tube is searched and secured, the IC may request a “Rescue Train” be routed through this tube, in which case the power would have to be restored.

Question 31

IC may authorize limited entry into tube for recon to which units
A. SSL due to their metering capability
B. Squad 
C. Rescue
D. Haz Mat 1

Answer 31

B and C: Rescue or Squad Company would be a logical choice as a recon unit due to: Metering capability, 1 hour SCBA cylinders, Knowledge of structural issues

Question 32

Massive search and rescue incorrect
A. If supplies and equipment are needed at track level, consider loading them onto a rescue train at nearest station for efficient transport to point of ops
B. 45 min and 1 hr SCBA cylinders should be provided to both sides of incident. MSU and/or High Rise Unit can be special called if necessary
C. RAC supplies needed at track level. Supplies to URT will have to be transported by RAC personnel only, due to operational unit being occupied
D. Lighting methods should cause as little noise and heat up as possible. Hand lights, glow sticks, and portable lights can be used to provide lighting

Answer 32

C These supplies will have to be transported to track level by full duty personnel

Question 33

Which cannot be used to ID location of incident URT
A. Numbers associated w/ventilation fans located in URT
B. Standpipe outlet numbers
C. Column numbers on columns or walls
D. Signal numbers attached to signal lights

Answer 33

A Blue lights “BOCS”

Question 34

Choose incorrect URT Guides
A. 2 sided Operational Guides have been developed to provide info regarding each individual URT
B. Side A contains maps, pictures, and info to locate a particular set of tubes, the associated emergency exits and stations
C. Side B contains a diagram of the tube and info about emergency exits, distances and crossovers
D. You will not find info about land side of tube. Only info that pertains to URT areas is included

Answer 34

D

Question 35

Crossovers AKA passageways, are connections between adj tunnels located only in underground areas at ends of RUT w/exception of 63rd st, 161 st tunnel, and Lex Ave tube which have openings between tracks under the river. Most common crossover configuration _
A. Crossover passageway above track level
B. Crossover located at track level
C. Crossover located under track level
D. None of above

Answer 35

B

Question 36

Correct for fire protection systems in URT
A. All under river standpipes in NYCT system are dry. There are pumps to augment pressure in standpipes
B. 2 1/2” outlets are located every 600’ throughout URT. Section valves are located approx 200’ apart
C. Siameses are usually located at emergency exits closest to river. In all cases, check sign attached to siamese to ensure that correct system is supplied
D. Sound powered phone jacks are located at section valves w/exception of Joralemon Tube
E. 20 lb dry chem extinguisher located at power removal boxes, approx every 800’

Answer 36

C
A All under river standpipes in the NYCT system are wet. Standpipes are city-main fed. There are no pumps to augment pressure
B Standpipe outlets 200’; Section valve 600’
D SPT located at standpipe outlets every 200’
E Every 600’

Question 37

URT Communications incorrect
A. Break between repeater ones occur inside URT. At present, members inside tube on opposite sides of break will not be able to communicate w/each other
B. At present, there are no repeater antennas at most emergency exits and no repeater coverage inside most emergency exit stairways. HT relay on tactical ch shall be used
C. SPT have been installed in every URT except Joralemon Tubes between Brooklyn and Manhattan
D. TA portable radios are carried by conductors, train operators, and TA supervisors. These radios will work above ground and in all locations underground

Answer 37

D These radios may not work above ground. A communications link may be established from a TA portable radio to the trainmaster, who could then relay information to the borough dispatcher

Question 38

Operational guides to provide info in URT correct
Side _ contains maps, pictures, and info to locate a particular set of tubes, associated emergency exits, and stations
Side _ contains diagrams of tube and info about emergency exits, distances and crossovers

Answer 38

Side A “I-MAPS” Info, Maps, A, Stations

Side B “Buy Grams” B diaGRAMS

Question 39

1st BC at URT incorrect
A. Special call 1 BC, 1 Eng, 1 Lad, and HMTU Eng to stage at station and emergency exits nearest URT
B. SOC resources thin, BC only used SOC unit to assist w/self evacuating passengers, to perform structural assessment, and to meter and monitor for radiation and chemicals
C. BC consulted w/Transit Liaison and noted that TA will be attempting to move any operable trains out of affected tube in early stages of ops
D. Indications civilians on tracks, power removal was immediately requested in affected tube. Members were notified to operate as if power still on

Answer 39

B SOC resources may be stretched thin and should be used only as necessary for monitoring, structural assessment, and technical rescue. If use of the SOC Rebreather System is being considered, request it ASAP, due to the time it takes to put into operation

Question 40

URT Vent incorrect
A. Critical to contact Trainmaster to determine fan status and to obtain available info about smoke conditions in tube, especially in vicinity of stalled train
B. Be cautious when changing vent actions initiated by Trainmaster. These actions may have been based on specific info that we are not aware of. Also, there may be unintended consequences of such a change
C. If possible, exhaust smoke and contaminants toward evacuating passengers by using fans on 1 side in supply mode while using fans on opposite end in exhaust mode. This ensures fresh air supply toward evacuating passengers
D. Evac should take place away from any fan operated in exhaust mode. This may not be possible at an incident in URT. If fire or explosion occurs in middle of train, passengers may self-evacuate in both directions

Answer 40

C Away from evacuating passengers

Question 41

Terrorist detonated an IED in an attempted chemical attack, but chemical did not release. Numerous injured passengers and minor structural damage. Who is IC and since IED detonated, no cell phone/HT use w/in how many feet?
A FD IC/300'
B PD IC/150'
C FD IC/600'
D PD IC/1000'

Answer 41

B

Question 42

Method more efficient of moving large number of patients over significant distances vs useful for moving patients long distances over difficult terrain
A. Rescue Train/SKED 
B. SKED/Rail Cart
C. Rail Car/Rescue Train
D. Victim Removal Relay/SKED

Answer 42

D

Question 43

Column numbers on columns or walls in tunnels and stations are usually in _ letters on a _ background
A. Black/Yellow
B. Red/White
C. White/Red
D. Yellow/Black

Answer 43

A

Question 44

Signal numbers are attached to signal lights in stations and tunnels and are usually in _ letters on _ background 
A. Black/Yellow
B. Red/White
C. Black/White
D. White/Red

Answer 44

C

Question 45

Members operating in URT near a column can use column number to help pinpoint location. If a number on a column states 112+35 members should report number as _
A. 112
B. 147
C. 11235
D. 112+35

Answer 45

C

Question 46

URT Incorrect
A: In most cases, the initial Command Post will be located at the station closest to the tunnel, in the borough of the 1st assigned BC
B: Protection from smoke, hazardous materials and excessive noise (upwind and a safe distance from the ventilation system exhaust fans).
C: Sufficient room for representatives from numerous agencies.
D: Communication capability between the Command Post and the under river tube.

Answer 46

In most cases, the initial Cmd Post will be located at the station closest to the tunnel, in the borough of 1st assigned Deputy Chief.
Under River Rail sec 4.4

Question 47

“LIVES” in URRT:
A: Location, Incident information, Ventilation, Evacuation, Safety
B: Life, Imminent threat, Ventilation, Egress, Structure stability
C: Life, Incident information, Victims, Evacuation, Structure Stability
D: Location, Incident information, Ventilation, Evacuation, Sound-powered phones

Answer 47

A Under river rails 3.2

Question 48

Post radios at a train derailment in an URT between Brooklyn and Manhattan. Due to the possibility of electrical interference, you should ensure Post Radios are not used in the immediate vicinity of all of the following except?
A: signals
B: communications equipment
C: token booths
D: train operator cabs

Answer 48

C Notify NYCT when Post Radios are in use within the subway system.
URR 2.9.6

Question 49

Which is MOST CORRECT according to under river tunnel operations?
A: Activation of the power removal box will shut power to the tubes in both directions.
B: Delaying power removal may increase the rescue problem at the incident location while allowing the TA to remove operable trains from the tunnel.
C: Rescue train would take some time to put into operation and would be useful to remove victims who are non-ambulatory, or too weak to evacuate on foot.
D: Nolan rail carts which require 3rd rail power to operate are the primary means or removing non ambulatory patients

Answer 49

C – Correct 7.2.2C
UNDER RIVER RAIL OPERATIONS
A – Incorrect – 4.5 Figure 14 – There is a separate set of power removal boxes in each tube.
B – Incorrect – Moving trains out of the tube may save lives and lessen the rescue problem, even if it delays power removal. 4.5
D – Nolan rail carts do not require 3rd rail power to operate. 7.3.3