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 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 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 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 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 18:
Of the following Buckeye Pipeline response duties, which is correct and in accordance with Department policy?
A: Valves should always be closed as per duties outlined in the response card manual, except when a unit is required to protect life or property. If a unit is diverted from isolation duties, the dispatcher must be immediately notified by the unit officer.
B: Patrolling the pipeline to locate the leak will be on foot or by apparatus as designated in the response manual. When units have the responsibility of both closing a manual valve and patrolling to adjacent valve(s), shutting the valve shall take place prior to patrolling.
C: Foot patrols are conducted by two handie-talkie equipped firefighters. When a unit officer determines that the duties of shutting down valves and patrolling the pipeline cannot be accomplished, the officer must request the response of another unit directly through the dispatcher.
D: Upon receipt of a 9000 series box, prior to leaving quarters, confirm your unit is equipped with the special valve wrench and Buckeye Pipeline Response Manual. Any unit special called which does not have the special valve wrenches or Buckeye Pipeline Response Manual shall notify the dispatcher and proceed to the box location.
Answer: C
Explanation:
A) Valves should always be closed as per duties outlined in the response card manual, except when a unit is required to protect life LIFE a serious, life-threatening situation. If a unit is diverted from isolation duties, the dispatcher must be immediately notified by the unit officer.
A Note: The dispatcher will special call a designated alternate unit to carry out the isolation duties.
B) Patrolling the pipeline to locate the leak will be on foot or by apparatus as designated in the response manual. When units have the responsibility of closing a manual valve and patrolling to adjacent valve(s), BOTH functions are to be carried out SIMULTANEOUSLY.
D) Upon receipt of a 9000 series box, prior to leaving quarters, confirm your unit is equipped with the special valve wrench and Buckeye Pipeline Response Manual. Any unit special called which does not have the special valve wrenches or Buckeye Pipeline Response Manual shall RESPOND TO THE QUARTERS of the nearest unit so equipped and secure this equipment.
D Note: Units shall contact the Dispatcher to ascertain the location of the nearest unit quarters with such equipment.
AUC 149 6.2, 6.2.1, 6.3.2, 7.1, 7.2
Question 20:
During company drill on Buckeye Pipeline response, one member made an incorrect statement. Which statement made was incorrect?
A: Units performing isolation duties will announce to the dispatcher which valve location they are responding to, when they are “10-84” at the valve location, when they have closed the valve and when they have completed their patrol duties.
B: During patrol duties away from the apparatus it is vital that Officers remain in contact with the Borough Dispatcher. The Company Officer shall have one member switch their Handie-Talkie to the appropriate borough frequency and remain with the Officer in order to deliver these communications to the dispatcher and maintain situational awareness.
C: Upon confirmation of a leak, transmit a second alarm and a 10-60 for the leak location.
D: When transmitting the appropriate signal for confirmation of a leak, the following information shall be included in the preliminary report to the dispatcher: Location of the leak, Amount of product, Topography and Exposures.
Answer: C
Explanation:
C) Upon confirmation of a leak, transmit a second alarm and a 10-86 for the leak location.
B Note: For safety, this member must be teamed with another member who is operating on HT channel 1 -Tactical 1.
D Note: L. A. T. E.
Location of the leak
Amount of product
Topography
Exposures
AUC 149 7.6-7.9
Question 21:
The low air whistle of the fast pak activates at ________ remaining in the cylinder. When use of the fast pak is anticipated, it is recommended the member assigned to monitor the air turn on the cylinder ________.
A: 1/4; prior to entering the IDLH
B: 1/4; when arriving at the location of the member in distress
C: 1/2; prior to entering the IDLH
D: 1/2; when arriving at the location of the member in distress
Answer: B
Explanation:
BOTH NEW POINTS IN THE NEW FAST PAK BULLETIN
SCBA Addendum 1 8.3.2; 13.4
Question 24:
In certain areas of the city the Buckeye Pipeline runs parallel and adjacent to railroad tracks. Specifically, in Brooklyn and Queens, the Long Island Railroad tracks are used by the New York & Atlantic Railway for the transportation of freight. Which of the following choices is incorrect?
A: These trains are diesel powered since the line is not electrified. These trains have both radio and cellular telephone contact with the New York & Atlantic Yardmaster.
B: Requests to stop train traffic must be accomplished through the Brooklyn or Queens Dispatcher by contacting the Yardmaster. The New York & Atlantic Yardmaster will order all trains to stop until all Fire Department members are clear of the tracks.
C: For an added measure of safety, the Incident Commander must position “flagpersons” at least 1,000 feet on each side of the incident. These “flag-persons” must be equipped with handie-talkies, flashlights, and have a clear understanding of their responsibilities and how to accomplish them.
D: New York & Atlantic train crews will respond to a flashlight being swung up and down vertically as a signal to stop.
Answer: D
Explanation:
D) New York & Atlantic train crews will respond to a flashlight being swung SIDE TO SIDE HORIZONTALLY as a signal to stop.
Note: In North Queens, certain parts of the railroad tracks will be electrified. Units could encounter both electrically powered and diesel powered trains. The Incident Commander must initiate the following procedures in order to protect members operating near these tracks:
Request the power be shut off, and that train traffic be stopped, through the Queens Fire Dispatcher.
Position “flag-persons” at least 1,000 feet on each side of the incident, as a precautionary measure, to stop train traffic.
AUC 149 6.4
Question 26:
In 2014 a new fire code was enacted that requires auxiliary radio communications systems (ARCS) in all newly constructed High-Rise buildings. Which one feature of this technology is described correctly?
A: When a lower strength signal is received, it will re-transmit the signal via installed ARC infrastructure allowing it to travel shorter distances, providing greater signal penetration throughout the building or facility.
B: Duplex radio repeater systems will support multiple simultaneous transmissions.
C: There will be no audible warning on the handie-talkie or visual indication in the lobby that the repeater system has failed or is on the verge of failing.
D: Failure of the repeater system, for any reason, will still allow communications on the repeater channel.
Answer: C
Explanation:
A. When a lower strength signal is received, it will re-transmit the signal via installed ARC infrastructure allowing it to travel LONGER DISTANCES, providing greater signal penetration throughout the building or facility.
B. Duplex radio repeater systems WILL NOT SUPPORT multiple simultaneous transmissions.
D. Failure of the repeater system, for any reason, WILL ALSO NEGATE ALL communications on the repeater channel.
THERE WERE SIGNIFICANT CHANGES TO THIS CHAPTER WHEN RELEASED IN JUNE 2020
Communications Ch 13 2.1
Question 28:
Units are operating at a fire in apartment 4A on the 4th floor of a multiple dwelling. Regarding the horizontal ventilation operations of the fire area, the ladder company officer inside the fire area shall consider the following points. Which one is incorrect?
A: Ensure door control at the fire area entrance and evaluate the ventilation profile at the entry point; pay particular attention to the air being pulled into the fire area.
B: Ventilation points that are behind your operating position may place you in a flow path; control and limit flow paths until there is a charged line is advancing into the fire building.
C: If the officer encounters a high heat and heavy smoke condition without a charged hoseline, he/she should consider directing members to immediately exit the fire area.
D: If the officer encounters a high heat and heavy smoke condition without a charged hoseline, he/she should consider limiting additional ventilation; horizontal ventilation prior to extinguishment will not sufficiently cool or improve conditions but will allow the fie to grow, potentially placing members in an untenable situation.
Answer: B
Explanation:
B. Ventilation points that are behind your operating position may place you in a flow path; control and limit flow paths until there is a charged line is advancing WITHIN THE FIRE AREA TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE.
Ventilation 8.1.1
Question 29:
Newly promoted officers may work in certain Divisions where their units respond to Class “E” and “J” alarms. Which of the following choices is not in accordance with Department policy?
A: If a Class “E” alarm is the only alarm received from a given address, one Engine or one Ladder Company shall be dispatched.
B: If a Class “J” alarm is the only alarm received from a given address between the hours of 0700 through 1900 hours, one Engine or one Ladder Company shall be dispatched.
C: If a Class “E” alarm is for a Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detector activation, one Engine or one Ladder Company shall be dispatched.
D: If after arrival at the building location of a Class “E” alarm, and making contact with building personnel, the officer of the sole responding unit determines that the alarm is for a CO detector activation, the officer shall notify the borough dispatcher that they are investigating a CO alarm activation.
Answer: C
Explanation:
C) If a Class “E” alarm is for a Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detector activation, one Engine AND one Ladder Company shall be dispatched.
D Note: Class “E” alarms from certain occupancies require a minimum response of 3 Engines, 2 Ladders and a Battalion Chief. This response will be indicated in the CIDS message when a Class “E” alarm is received for these occupancies.
Note: Engine Companies are assigned to respond to Class “E” alarms during the months of January, March, May, July, September and November. Ladder Companies are assigned during the months of February, April, June, August, October and December.
Comm 6 Add 2 2.1-2.3
