UPDATES PKG EXAM #3 Flashcards
Question 1:
Each of the following responses are classified correctly except?
A: Response to BARS alarms will be a single unit response – 1st due Engine only (emergency mode).
B: Response to Class “E” alarms will be a single unit response – 1st due Engine or Ladder (emergency mode).
C: Response to Class “J” alarms between 0700 and 1900 hours will be a single unit response (emergency mode).
D: Response to Class “J” alarms between 1900 and 0700 hours will be a single unit response (10-20 mode).
Answer: D
Explanation:
D) Response to Class “J” alarms between 1900 and 0700 hours will have 1ST DUE UNITS in EMERGENCY mode.
Comm 6 Add 1 2.2
Question 3:
During aircraft fires a transitional attack could be utilized. Transitional attack is correctly described below in all choices except?
A: Initially, application of extinguishing agents are used offensively, then, as additional resources arrive,lines are transitioned to a defensive attack.
B: A 10-86 should be considered for aircraft fires and/or spills in addition to the crash box assignment on airport property. The use of Foam Tankers, and Satellites will be needed at a large aircraft fire and/or spill.
C: For aircraft incidents off airport property, a 10-60 and 10-86 should be considered.
D: First alarm Engine Companies might need to consider the use of large caliber foam or water streams depending on fire conditions, life hazards and exposures.
Answer: A
Explanation:
A) Initially, mass application of extinguishing agents are used DEFENSIVELY, then, as additional resources arrive, hose-lines are advanced for an OFFENSIVE attack.
B Note: In addition to Foam and Haz-Mat resources assigned on the 10-86, Incident Commanders should consider utilizing the two assigned Purple K Units on the 10-86 for fires involving metal components and/or fires involving hazardous materials stored on the aircraft.
C Note: The first arriving Engines should follow the procedures found in Training Bulletins Foam:
1) First arriving units should place a foam handline into operation.
2) First alarm units should obtain a positive water source and set up for a Foam Tanker.
AUC 325 6.6.1-6.6.3
Question 4:
Members of a Brooklyn ladder company are back at quarters discussing a fire in a Brownstone from earlier in the tour where a cornice was involved in fire. They made the following comments. Which one is incorrect?
A: When a cornice is exposed to heat or involved in fire, unless the exposure is minor, a cornice may become weakened and can suddenly, without warning, collapse at one end, swinging down across the front of the building injuring or killing firefighters at the other end.
B: A cornice is also a structure that can burn and spread fire.
C: If fire from any floor is auto-exposing and heating a cornice or has extended to the cornice, the rapid application of an exterior stream from a safe area may be utilized to limit the further weakening of the cornice and its connections.
D: Engine and ladder company operations may need to be conducted by flanking the front wall of the building or by operating only from “corner-safe” areas.
Answer: A
Explanation:
A. When a cornice is exposed to heat or involved in fire, EVEN IF THE EXPOSURE IS MINOR, a cornice may become weakened and can suddenly, without warning, collapse at one end, swinging down across the front of the building injuring or killing firefighters at the other end.
NEW SAFETY BULLETIN AS OF APRIL 2022
Safety Bulletin 7 Ch 6 4, 5, 9.2, 9.5
Question 5:
For a fire on the first floor in a Place of Worship, the correct tactic/procedure can be found in which choice?
A: It’s not a must to ventilate the Rose window or side windows in conjunction with hoseline placement, its best to vent the window closet to the fire in conjunction with hoseline advancement and fire extinguishment
B: The first Ladder will ensure the cellar is examined for fire
C: When an Aerial Ladder is first to arrive, it should be set up in a corner safe area when possible
D: A properly positioned Tower Ladder can cover a building with a frontage of 125 feet
Answer: A
Explanation:
Places of Worship (2019)
A- sec 7.2.1
B- The SECOND Ladder will ensure the cellar is examined for fire…sec 7.3.2
C- Aerial Ladders are to placed away from the immediate fire building in order to leave the area accessible for a TL….sec 7.4.2
D- A properly positioned Tower Ladder can cover a building with a frontage of 100 feet…sec 8.9
Question 6:
Natural vertical ventilation (ventilation without the use of fans), is an option at high rise office building fires and is accomplished by opening the doors at the top and bottom of the stairway once the fire is extinguished. This will increase the stack effect and assist in the removal of smoke via the stairway. Which of the following choices contains incorrect information?
A: Positive stack effect is the upward movement of air in a vertical shaft while negative stack effect is the downward movement of air in a vertical shaft.
B: Negative stack effect increases as the outside air temperature decreases in relation to the temperature inside the building. Positive stack effect may occur when the outside temperature is greater than the temperature inside the building.
C: Wind may overpower the stack effect. To obtain the greatest benefit from the stack effect, the doors at the top and bottom of the stairway must be opened when a stairway is used for smoke removal. The street floor near this stairway must also be vented to the outer air.
D: Fire towers are not recommended for use as fire attack stairs because they may draw the heat and smoke of the higher pressure area near the fire, towards the possible lower pressure area of the stairway.
Answer: B
Explanation:
B) POSITIVE stack effect increases as the outside air temperature decreases in relation to the temperature inside the building. NEGATIVE stack effect may occur when the outside temperature is greater than the temperature inside the building.
The stack effect of vertical shafts could cause the movement of air into the building and not allow the smoke to escape to the exterior.
Horizontal ventilation by the removal or opening of windows - safety precautions shall be taken in the area that will be affected by falling glass shards.
Horizontal ventilation should be the last consideration as its effects are least likely to be beneficial.
HROB 6.3.8 D, E
Question 7:
Various size hoselines are acceptable at fireproof loft building fires based on the type of occupancy and conditions encountered. Which one provision mentioned is incorrect?
A: When the standpipe system is used in any fireproof residential loft building, the initial hoselines should have a lead length of 2-inch lightweight hose (with a 1 -inch tip).
B: In a residential fireproof loft, if hoselines are stretched from the apparatus in a building equipped with a standpipe, the use of 2 1/2 hose is not mandated.
C: When using a standpipe system for large fires in large, uncompartmented areas in a loft building, a lead length of 2 1/2 inch lightweight hose should be used.
D: For fire operations in non-residential fireproof loft buildings, initial hoselines shall be 2 1/2 inch.
Answer: A
Explanation:
A. When the standpipe system is used in a fireproof residential loft building, the initial hoselines MAY have a lead length of 2-inch lightweight hose (with a 1 -inch tip). HOWEVER, WHEN USING THE STANDPIPE SYSTEM FOR LARGE FIRES IN LARGE, UNCOMPARTMENTED AREAS IN ANY LOFT BUILDING, A LEAD LENGTH OF 2 1/2 INCH LIGHTWEIGHT HOSE SHOULD BE USED.
THIS WAS UPDATED IN MAY 2022
LOFTS 6.3.1, 6.3.2
Question 8:
Which duty of the 1st arriving Ladder Company is not in compliance with Department policy for a fire in a high rise office building?
A: Realize that due to the HVAC and stack effect, smoke can permeate the entire zone (up to 25 floors) and cause confusion as to the specific fire floor. Numerous reports of fire or smoke may be received and even the original alarm may be from the incorrect floor.
B: Proceed to a floor at least two floors below the fire floor using a “Fire Service” elevator. A firefighter equipped with a HT shall be assigned to remain with the elevator and to operate the elevator until relieved.
C: Upon arrival at the floor below the fire, determine if the reported fire floor is the correct location and return the elevator to the lobby to transport engine companies.
D: Determine the location of the fire on the fire floor and select the best attack stairway. Once selected, the Ladder Company Officer shall notify the IC of the identity of the attack stairway.
Answer: D
Explanation:
D) Determine the location of the fire on the fire floor and COMMUNICATE with the ENGINE OFFICER to assist in determining the best attack stairway. Once selected, the ENGINE OFFICER shall notify the IC of the identity of the attack stairway.
HROB 8.3.1
Question 12:
There are certain tasks that a Fire Safety/Emergency Action Plan Director (FS/EAPD) can be expected to fulfill in the event of an emergency. Which of the following is incorrect?
A: The FS/EAPD is responsible for communicating with building occupants during emergencies utilizing the building’s Fire Alarm Communications System. Announcements should be made on a regular basis to keep occupants up-to-date on the progress of the incident.
B: First arriving units should request a briefing on any and all actions taken prior to their arrival.
C: Units should be aware that the FS/EAPD is authorized to implement the Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and take actions to ensure occupant safety.
D: FS/EAPS actions may include public announcements and evacuations. The use of elevators by building is not permissible.
Answer: D
Explanation:
D) FS/EAPS actions may include ELEVATOR RECALL, public announcements and evacuations. The use of elevators by building personnel to facilitate the movement of occupants IS permissible and should be anticipated under the EAP.
A Note: The Incident Commander can also direct the FS/EAPD to make announcements as necessary.
HROB Add 1 4
Question 14:
Which consideration is not in accordance with Department policy when it comes to aircraft fire operations?
A: Overhaul should be conducted if needed; however, during this phase any potential evidence of a crime should be safeguarded as per FDNY procedures.
B: Engine Companies will need to ensure escape/egress paths are protected by large caliber streams and/or handlines. Handlines might also be needed to suppress fire inside the aircraft.
C: It is extremely crucial that Fire apparatus and/or handlines are positioned to ensure that escape/egress paths are protected.
D: Operations shall be conducted from an upwind position; in no case shall an attack be conducted from a downwind position.
Answer: D
Explanation:
D) Operations are typically from an upwind position; however, an attack from a downwind position is ACCEPTABLE when operations preclude an upwind attack and escape/egress paths need to be protected for the crew and passengers.
AUC 325 6.7.5, 6.7.6
Question 16:
The fourth arriving Ladder Company’s duties at a high rise office building fire are correctly indicated in all choices below except?
A: Upon arrival at the roof area, do not undertake roof ventilation unless ordered by the Incident Commander. Determine the identification of all stairways and elevator shafts so that when ordered, the correct ventilation can be carried out.
B: Conduct a primary search of the top five floors. Remove any occupants to a safe area or assure the occupants that they are safe to remain where they are. Remain in the roof area to monitor and report any changing condition until otherwise ordered by the IC.
C: A logical assignment after roof operations would be the lower floors of the elevator bank serving the top floor.
D: Operate under the control of the IC until the SAE Group is established, at which time they shall operate under the command of the SAE Group Supervisor.
Answer: C
Explanation:
C) A logical assignment after roof operations would be the UPPER FLOORS of the elevator bank serving the FIRE floor.
HROB 8.6
Question 18:
While drilling on aircraft incident response, members of the first due Ladder Company to JFK airport had to correct FF Maverick when he made which incorrect statement?
A: Members should be mindful of the dangers created by engine exhaust/ intakes; an unsuspecting rescuer within 100 feet of an operating engine could be drawn into the engine.
B: Auxiliary power units (APUs) are found on aircraft, typically in the tail; these units power the aircraft on the ground when the engines are off or idling.
C: Emergency escape slide systems can be found attached to each aircraft door and, depending on the type of aircraft, to exits found over wings. If the slide is opened from the interior by the crew it could seriously injure unsuspecting emergency personnel.
D: Never operate in the line of fire of any potential ordinance found on military aircraft. Avoid areas that appear to contain weapon systems.
Answer: A
Explanation:
A) Members should be mindful of the dangers created by engine exhaust/ intakes; an unsuspecting rescuer within 40 FEET of an operating engine could be drawn into the engine.
B Note: During any operation the IC should request that the engines and/or the APU are shut down by the pilot if possible.
C Note: Exercise extreme caution when gaining entry into the aircraft if the emergency slide systems have not been deployed.
AUC 325 6.5.4-6.5.6
Question 19:
The incorrect statement in regards to Stack Effect can be found in which choice?
A: The magnitude of the Stack Effect will be dictated by the size of the temperature differential between the interior of the building and the exterior environment and the height of the building
B: Stack Effect will be more prominent in extreme weather; when air conditioning or heating systems make the temperature inside the building remarkably different from the outside temperature
C: Shorter buildings will experience a more powerful Stack Effect because more air will be moving a shorter distance inside the building
D: The “Stack Effect Neutral Pressure Zone” will be found near the center of the building that experiences no horizontal air exchange at all (air will not be pulled into or pushed out of an opening or pulled into or pushed out of a floor due to stack effect)
Answer: C
Explanation:
Fire Dynamics sec 1.4, 1.4.3 and 1.5 (2019)
TALLER buildings will experience a more powerful Stack Effect because more air will be moving over a longer distance inside the building. Also, the presence of large vertical shafts (stairways, elevators, compactors, etc.) will contribute to the strength of the Stack Effect
**This condition can cause smoke and fire gases to bypass several floors near the center of the building (near the stack effect neutral pressure zone), only to be pulled into floors somewhere above or below the center of the building depending on the direction of the stack effect
Choice D is in BOLD
Question 21:
During hydrant inspection, each hydrant should be opened to ensure the hydrant is serviceable and can be used as a viable water source. Which of the following choices is incorrect?
A: The hydrant should be flushed thoroughly to allow any debris to be flushed out of the barrel.
B: FDNY field units will use the Hansen Hydrant application (accessed via the FDNY Intranet) to record semi-annual hydrant inspections.
C: Defective hydrants are reported to the DEP through the Hansen Hydrant System. Defective hydrants include unserviceable hydrants. Hydrants that fail to drain or require a cap are not considered defective and should not be reported through the Hansen Hydrant application.
D: The Hansen Hydrant System is also used to record frozen hydrants for transmittal to the responsible FDNY Thawing Apparatus.
Answer: C
Explanation:
C) Defective hydrants are reported to the DEP through the Hansen Hydrant System. Defective hydrants include unserviceable hydrants (e.g. broken spindle), hydrants that fail to drain, hydrants that require a cap, or hydrants with any other defect.
Eng 3 Add 2 2.3 -2.4.2
Question 24:
Which of the following choices indicates the most correct code to transmit for Fire units assisting a vessel in distress in the Hudson River?
A: 10-40 Code 3
B: 10-46 Code 1
C: 10-46 Code 2
D: 10-42
Answer: C
Explanation:
10-46 Code 1: Any fire in maritime environment (example: vessel, dock, pier)
10-46 Code 2: Emergency in maritime environment Examples: Vessel in distress, person(s) in the water removed by Marine personnel, hazard to navigation, hazardous materials incident in maritime environment.
Comm 8 8.5
Question 27:
Basic knowledge of the Buckeye Pipeline is essential to units operating properly at pipeline incidents. Of the following choices, which contains incorrect information?
A: There are some above-ground valves that may require shutting down by Fire Department personnel. These valves are located behind locked metal wire fences openable with a 1620 key.
B: There are four Buckeye Pipeline locations that are equipped with intruder alarms. If units need to enter these locations for any reason other than an emergency response (i.e. drills or training) the Buckeye Pipeline Control Center must be notified through the Borough Dispatcher after entry.
C: There are two locations along the pipeline that are equipped with Hazardous Vapor Detection Systems which will detect an accumulation of flammable vapors inside these spaces. For any response to these locations, the IC must transmit a 10-80.
D: The Hazardous Vapor Detection Alarm resembles a fire alarm strobe outside of these locations.
Answer: B
Explanation:
B) There are four Buckeye Pipeline locations that are equipped with intruder alarms. If units need to enter these locations for any reason other than an emergency response (i.e. drills or training) the Buckeye Pipeline Control Center must be notified through the Borough Dispatcher PRIOR to entry.
B Note: Due to increased security measures from the Department of Homeland Security, if an intruder alarm is received without prior notification, this will cause an emergency shut down of the pipeline.
C Note: Members must use extreme caution at these locations as they are potentially entering a flammable atmosphere. The IC must utilize Haz-Mat Co. 1, a Haz Mat Tech Engine or a Squad company with metering capabilities to confirm that there is not an accumulation of flammable vapors.
AUC 149 2.1.7, 3.1.1, 3.1.3, 3.2.1
