UPDATES PKG EXAM #4 Flashcards
Question 1:
There are several new definitions/terms in the Places of Worship bulletin. Choose the correct definition/term.
A: Clearstory- is a high section of wall that contains windows above eye level. These windows are located on the exposure 2 and 4 sides
B: Minaret- is the main body of the church. It provides the central approach to the altar
C: Nave- is a type of tower typically found built into or adjacent to mosques. Due to its height, the Nave must be considered a collapse hazard
D: Transept- is an ornamental tapered pointed architectural structure, usually ending in a spire with a Crucifix or other religious artifact at its tip
Answer: A
Explanation:
B- Minaret- is a type of tower typically found built into or adjacent to mosques. Due to its height, the Minaret must be considered a collapse hazard
C- Nave- is the main body of the church. It provides the central approach to the altar
D- Transept- A transverse section, of any building, which lies across the main body of the building. In churches, a Transept is an area set crosswise to the Nave in a cruciform (cross-shaped)
Places of Worship (August, 2019)
Question 2:
Lieutenant Johnson just finished conducting his first roll call as an officer when a firefighter approaches with a defective handie-talkie. Which one procedure is incorrect when placing this radio out of service and acquiring a spare radio?
A: An unusual occurrence report must be completed for any defect found with the radio.
B: Immediately notify the administrative division of the need for a spare radio.
C: Prepare an RT-2 with completed description of the defect of radio as well as unit and position of the radio being placed OOS.
D: Upon receipt of the spare, the following channels must be checked for proper ID: HT-1/Tac 1; HT-2/CMD; and HT-9/Tac SEC.
Answer: A
Explanation:
A. An unusual occurrence report must be completed for any EXCESSIVE DAMAGE TO A RADIO.
THE NEW RADIOS ARE YET TO BE TESTED ON A LT TEST. KNOW THIS CHAPTER WELL
Communication Ch 11 Add 4 2.1
Question 3:
Each Assigned and Alternate Unit to the Buckeye Pipeline has been issued two copies of the Buckeye Pipeline Response Manual. Which of the following choices is incorrect?
A: One book shall be carried on the apparatus; the other shall be placed in a prominent clearly marked and protected place near the housewatch area with the extra wrench and extra cans (at least 3) of Class B AR-AFFF firefighting foam for use by relocated units.
B: Pipeline profile cards in the Manual show the elevation of valves above sea level and the amount of product carried in barrels between each valve. Fuel is measured in barrels and there are 42 gallons per barrel.
C: Pipeline profile cards have also been placed in each valve box for the information and use of responding units. If the laminated profile card is used it should be mailed to the Buckeye Pipeline Coordinator for inspection following use. Missing cards should result in notification to the dispatcher via the Department radio.
D: On the Unit Alarm Assignment page of the Manual, some alternate units are designated as such for more than one company. If not specifically assigned as an alternate for a particular company, the officer shall ascertain from the dispatcher for which company his or her unit is the alternate.
Answer: C
Explanation:
C) Pipeline profile cards have also been placed in each valve box for the information and use of responding units. If the laminated profile card is used it should be returned to the valve box; missing cards must be reported VIA EMAIL to the Buckeye Pipeline Coordinator.
Question 4:
In the event a member transmits a Mayday for another member (e.g., unconscious member), the transmitting member shall take each of the following actions except?
A: Depress the EAB on their own HT. This will identify the member transmitting the Mayday on EFAS.
B: After the Emergency Alert activation, provide the IC with the information required for the Mayday transmission.
C: After providing the IC with information, if possible, depress the EAB of the member in distress which will identify them on EFAS. Notify the IC via HT prior to EAB activation of the distressed member.
D: Finally, the transmitting member shall reset (cancel) their HT Emergency Alert by depressing and holding the Emergency Alert button of their remote microphone for approximately 2 seconds. The distressed member’s Emergency Alert shall also be deactivated at this time.
Answer: D
Explanation:
D) Finally, the transmitting member shall reset (cancel) their HT Emergency Alert by depressing and holding the Emergency Alert button of their remote microphone for approximately 2 seconds. The distressed member’s Emergency Alert SHALL REMAIN ACTIVATED UNTIL determined it is no longer required.
Comm 9 Add 3 5.1.5
Question 5:
Engine 499 arrives first due at a fire on the 16th floor of a high-rise multiple dwelling. The officer orders his members to hook up to the standpipe outlet on the 15th floor. What is the proper pressure that the ECC of Engine 499 should supply to the standpipe system?
A: 175 psi
B: 180 psi
C: 170 psi
D: 185 psi
Answer: B
Explanation:
*THE PRESSURE IS BASED ON THE FLOOR WHERE THE LINE WILL BE OPERATING WHICH IS 16. IT IS 105 PSI + 5 PSI PER FLOOR OF ELEVATION = 105 + (5 X 15 FLOORS OF ELEVATION). THIS IS 105 + 75 = 180 PSI.
REMEMBER THE 16TH FLOOR IS 15 FLOORS OF ELEVATION SINCE THE GROUND FLOOR COUNTS AS 1.
THIS SECTION WAS UPDATED MAY 2022
Engine Ops Ch 8 3.9.9
Question 6:
Which choice below contains incorrect information regarding use of of the Electronic Fireground Accountability System (EFAS)?
A: During an operation you may notice an unassigned spare radio in the “RADIO STATUS” area of the EFAS. This means that a spare radio was issued, but the spare radio list was not updated. If possible, the member monitoring EFAS should listen to the HT transmissions and try to identify who has the unassigned spare radio.
B: It is imperative that members utilize their Emergency Alert Button (EAB) when transmitting a Mayday, which will automatically increase HT wattage to 5 watts and sound the Emergency Alert tone ‘Beacon’.
C: When a member activates their EAB, their identity line in EFAS will be automatically highlighted; their company, position, and name will be listed in yellow in both the “RADIO STATUS” and “EMERGENCY ALERTS/MAYDAYS” areas. In addition, a hard copy automatically prints showing the company, position, and time of the Mayday.
D: EMS officers, Haz-Tac Ambulances, and any other EMS unit with an assigned fireground HT that activates the Emergency Alert function will show up in EFAS with their EMS Unit, position, and name.
Answer: C
Explanation:
C) When a member activates their EAB, their identity line in EFAS will be automatically highlighted; their company, position, and name will be listed in RED in both the “RADIO STATUS” and “EMERGENCY ALERTS/MAYDAYS” areas. In addition, a hard copy automatically prints showing the company, position, and time of the Mayday.
A Note: The member who last transmitted is always shown at the TOP of the “RADIO STATUS” screen. The member monitoring EFAS shall note the Spare Radio ID number and the transmission made by the member. This may help to determine the identity of the member using the spare HT.
Comm 9 Add 3 4.4, 5.1.1, 5.1.2
Question 7:
Fire officers are required to wear and have the CO meter turned on whenever they are out of quarters (emergency and non-emergency operations). Which one additional statement is incorrect?
A: Two Co meters have been issued to each battalion, ladder and engine company.
B: It is recommended that ladder companies assign the second meter to the OV position.
C: The engines second meter shall be carried with the CFR equipment, attached to the o2 bag.
D: One CO meter shall be worn by the battalion chief/ company officer affixed to the HT radio strap below the remote mic.
Answer: D
Explanation:
D. One CO meter shall be worn by the battalion chief/company officer affixed to the HT radio strap ABOVE THE REMOTE MIC.
SECTION UDATED JANUARY 2021
Haz Mat Ch 4 2.6
Question 8:
To resolve a ‘Verbal’ Mayday on EFAS, take all of the following actions except in which incorrect choice?
A: Select the member’s name, and when the dialog box appears, select the “REMOVE MAYDAY” button.
B: When assigning a ‘Verbal’ Mayday to a member on EFAS, the member’s HT wattage is increased to 5 watts and the member’s HT will sound the Emergency Alert tone “Beacon.”
C: Once cleared, know that the member’s highlighted identity line will change from red (active) back to white in the “RADIO STATUS” area.
D: Once cleared, know that the member’s highlighted identity line will change from red (active) to yellow (cleared) and will remain in the “EMERGENCY ALERTS/MAYDAYS” area.
Answer: B
Explanation:
B) When assigning a member a ‘Verbal’ Mayday on EFAS, the member’s HT wattage is NOT increased to 5 watts and the member’s HT does NOT sound the Emergency Alert tone “Beacon.”
Comm 9 Add 3 5.2.3
Question 9:
Following collapse of a concrete structure under construction which one consideration discussed below is incorrect?
A: A thermal imaging camera may be a critical tool to assist in locating workers by detecting body heat or movement of the victim(s).
B: The accounting of all workers by construction supervisors does not relieve the FDNY of the responsibility to conduct primary and secondary searches.
C: A list or sign in sheet of all construction workers on site for the day is usually available but not accurate.
D: When a structure is under construction, many safety features are not yet installed or are incomplete.
Answer: C
Explanation:
C. A list or sign in sheet of all construction workers on site for the day is usually ACCURATE AND AVAILABLE. THE IC SHOULD ATTEMPT TO QUICKLY LOCATE SUPERVISORY PERSONNEL WHO HAVE ACCESS TO THIS LIST.
THIS IS A TOTALLY NEW SECTION ADDED TO THIS SAFETY BULLETIN WHEN IT WAS RE-WRITTEN IN APRIL 2022
Safety Bulletin 7 Ch 5 3.3, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5
Question 10:
You are the officer of a unit that has responded to a Class “E” alarm. Upon investigation, you find indications of smoke and heat on the floor of the alarm activation. Of the following actions, each would be correct with the exception of which choice?
A: Contact the firefighter in the lobby or chauffeur in the apparatus and request additional help (i.e. “transmit the Box”, “10-76”, etc.)
B: If working in an Engine Company, return to the lobby with firefighters and secure the necessary hose and equipment to prepare to operate. At this time, the alarm panel should be checked again and the elevators should be recalled.
C: Unless there will be an undue delay in the arrival of additional units, the Engine Company shall remain in the lobby and await the arrival of a Ladder Company.
D: If working in a Ladder Company, return to the lobby with firefighters and secure the necessary tools and equipment to prepare to operate. At this time, the alarm panel should be checked again and the elevators should be recalled.
Answer: D
Explanation:
D) If working in a Ladder Company, RETURN THE ELEVATOR CAR to the lobby with a firefighter in preparation of transporting incoming members to the upper floors. The chauffeur shall report to the lobby and gather any information available from the alarm panel, building personnel, etc., and convey that information to incoming units.
In a Ladder Company, personnel need NOT return to the lobby since they have their normal compliment of tools with them.
B Note: Additional information may become available and should be relayed to incoming units.
Comm 6 Add 2 3.7
Question 11:
Lieutenant Jones is contacted by a member of her unit who has a few questions about the FDNY’s Bereavement Leave policy. The Lieutenant relays the following information but was incorrect in which one?
A: Bereavement leave will always begin at 0900 following the time of death.
B: Bereavement leave may not be less than 4 calendar days.
C: Vacation leave shall not be interrupted, delayed or extended by notification of death for which bereavement leave would normally be granted.
D: Bereavement leave will be granted for any relative of a member residing in the members household at time of death.
Answer: A
Explanation:
A. Bereavement leave will NORMALLY BEGIN AT 0900 HRS FOLLOWING THE TIME OF DEATH. IN CIRCUMSTANCES WHERE THERE WILL BE A DELAY IN THE SERVICES OF THE DECEASED, MEMBERS MAY, WITH THE APPROVAL OF THE BATTALION AND DIVISION, BEGIN THEIR BEREAVEMENT LEAVE AT 0900 HOURS ON A LATER DATE.
THIS SECTION WAS CHANGED WITH THE RELEASE OF THE NEW BULLETIN IN APRIL 2022
PAID 1 Ch 3 1.1.1, 2.5, 2.7 2.8
Question 12:
EFAS has many features that contribute to the safety of members. Individuals monitoring EFAS should be familiar with this application and should know which choice to be incorrect?
A: The member monitoring EFAS has the option of setting a “FLAG” for a member. When the EFAS monitoring member sets the “FLAG” they must notify the Incident Commander in case further action is warranted.
B: A flagged member will remain flagged if a Mayday is activated for that member. If the Mayday is resolved for the flagged member, the flag will not be cleared and must be manually cleared by the member monitoring EFAS.
C: A snapshot of currently displayed transmissions can be manually printed by selecting the “PRINT TXs” button. The first transmission printed will be the first visible transmission in the “RADIO STATUS” area. Scroll to the desired transmissions before selecting “PRINT TXs.”
D: EFAS defaults to HT-1/TAC-1. It has the capability of monitoring any of the programmed radio channels, including FDNY-specific channels, UTAC, and repeater channels; however, it can only monitor one channel at a time.
Answer: B
Explanation:
B) A flagged member will remain flagged if a Mayday is activated for that member. If the Mayday is resolved for the flagged member, the flag WILL AUTOMATICALLY be cleared.
D Note: Therefore, a separate Battalion/Division/EFAS-equipped vehicle in conjunction with an EFAS-trained member is required for each channel in use (e.g., primary tactical, secondary tactical, primary command).
Comm 9 Add 3 5.3.2, 5.5, 5.5.1, 6.1
Question 13:
Which class of fire is incorrectly described below?
A: Class A- Common combustibles (wood, paper, cloth, etc)
B: Class B- Flammable liquids and gases
C: Class C- Energized electrical equipment
D: Class D- Cooking oils and fats
Answer: D
Explanation:
Class A- Common combustibles (wood, paper, cloth, etc)
Class B- Flammable liquids and gases
Class C- Energized electrical equipment
Class D- Combustible metals
Fire Dynamics (May, 2021) ch 1 sec 4 Class K- Cooking oils and fats
Question 14:
In 2020 the FDNY released a new search rope bulletin outlining the features and use of a new search. Which one feature below is correct?
A: The rope is 150 feet long with a double-action snap hook at the working end and a single-action snap hook at the opposite end that secures the rope to the bottom of the bag.
B: The distance/directional markers are cone shaped; the narrow end of the cone clearly identifies the direction into the IDLH.
C: When a unit deploys the search rope they must notify the IC or Sector/Group Supervisor.
D: Repack and inspect the rope monthly.
Answer: C
Explanation:
A. The rope is 200 FEET LONG with a double-action snap hook at the working end and a single-action snap hook at the opposite end that secures the rope to the bottom of the bag.
B. The distance/directional markers are cone shaped; the narrow end of the cone clearly identifies the direction OF EGRESS OUT OF THE IDLH.
D. Repack and inspect the rope QUARTERLY
MANY DIFFERENCES BETWEEN THE OLD ROPE AND NEW ROPE
Rope 6 2.1, 3.2, 5.1, 12.2
Question 15:
All members should know proper terminology when making transmissions at the scene of a fire. Which of the following choices is incorrect?
A: In a Brownstone building: “Engine 2 to Command, fire is located on the first floor.”
B: In a Brownstone-type Rowframe building: “Engine 2 to Command, fire is located in the basement.”
C: In a Brownstone with fire on the 3rd and 4th floor: “Engine 2 to Engine 2 Chauffeur, special call an extra engine and truck.”
D: In a Brownstone with heavy fire in the cellar and 1st floor: “Engine 2 to Engine 2 Chauffeur, transmit a second alarm.”
Answer: B
Explanation:
B) In a Brownstone-type Rowframe building: “Engine 2 to Command, fire is located on the FIRST FLOOR.”
Note: For Brownstones and Brownstone-type Rowframes, the word “basement” shall not be used in fireground communications. Members referring to the first story of the building during fireground communications shall only use the terminology “First Floor.”
Note: In the “Brownstone” section of this bulletin, 4.4 states “Special call an extra engine and ladder for two floors of fire. Transmit a second alarm for a heavy fire in the cellar and basement.” Remember, when transmitting about the “basement” only “first floor” terminology should be used.
BS/RF 2.1.1, 4.4, 5.1.2
Question 16:
There are several new definitions found in the newly released Fire Dynamics bulletin. Choose the incorrect definition
A: Pyrolysis is the chemical decomposition of a solid material that is caused by the absorption of heat. When pyrolysis of a material occurs, gas is released from the solid material. Pyrolysis often precedes combustion
B: The Fire Triangle illustrates the elements required for non-flaming combustion
C: The Fire Tetrahedron illustrates the elements required for flaming combustion
D: Flash Point is the highest temperature of a liquid at which that liquid gives off sufficient vapors to ignite, but will not continue to burn
Answer: D
Explanation:
Fire Dynamics (May, 2021) ch 1
A- sec 5.2
B- sec 2.4.1
C- sec 2.4.2
D- Flash Point is the LOWEST temperature of a liquid at which that liquid gives off sufficient vapors to ignite, but will not continue to burn…sec 6.2