Week 1 Flashcards by Kristopher Stubbs

Training Bulletin: Fires 4
Handling Lexan windows Installation at
Fire Operations

Lexan has an impact resistance ______ times greater than safety glass.

250 times greater

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Lexan will not shatter, even on the impact of a __________.

Bullet

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Handling Lexan windows Installation at
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Lexan weight is HALF the weight of _________.

Glass

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Handling Lexan windows Installation at
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Lexan is self extinguishing and has _____ the thermal conductivity of glass. (Fraction)

1/3

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Training Bulletin: Fires 4
Handling Lexan windows Installation at
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Lexan is used to replace glass in high___________.

Vandalism Areas

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Training Bulletin: Fires 4
Handling Lexan windows Installation at
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Lexan is approved for installation in New York City schools for windows up to _______ feet in height.

75 Feet

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Training Bulletin: Fires 4
Handling Lexan windows Installation at
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For security purposes, Lexan is installed in the _______ floor windows of many buildings owned or operated by Nunez, Formerly the N.Y. Telephone company.

1st floor windows

At times it is installed on cellar windows and second floor windows

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Training Bulletin: Fires 4
Handling Lexan windows Installation at
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Can Lexan windows be broken by the use of conventional forcible entry tools?

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Lexan can be cut quickly and easily by using the Portable Power Saw equipment with which blade?

Carbide Tipped Blade

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Training Bulletin: Fires 4
Handling Lexan windows Installation at
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The _______, with the ______ blade , is also effective on Lexan but is slower than the Portable Power Saw.

Sawzall with Coarse tooth wood blade

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Training Bulletin: Fires 4
Handling Lexan windows Installation at
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Is the Superior Air Hammer (air Chisel) effective on Lexan ?

No it’s ineffective

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Training Bulletin: Fires 4
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The Oxyacetylene torch is ______________ when cutting Lexan.

Ineffective

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Training Bulletin: Fires 4
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The pike axe is _________ when cutting Lexan.

Ineffective

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Training Bulletin: Fires 4
Handling Lexan windows Installation at
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Why is a Chainsaw unsafe to use when cutting Lexan?

The chain saw is unsafe to use since it tends to shatter the LEXAN and throws chips like shrapnel.

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Training Bulletin: Fires 4
Handling Lexan windows Installation at
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The portable electric hand saw can be used but the ________ blade
tends to gum up quickly.

Wood Cutting Blade

A Carbide Tipped Blade would be more effective.

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Training Bulletin: Fires 4
Handling Lexan windows Installation at
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Where the installation of the LEXAN might be such that it would be difficult to use power saws or the sawzall, it might be easier to ____________________________________________________.

Work on the WINDOW FRAMINING or MULLIONS.

In this way, the entire LEXAN sheet can be removed without trying to force or break the glazing.

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Training Bulletin: Fires 4
Handling Lexan windows Installation at
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In Nynex buildings, the LEXAN is installed on the inner side of the window opening by the use of screws. The openings are also provided with wire screens and wire glass windows.
The wire glass windows are usually made immovable. Ventilation is difficult. The wire screens and the wire glass windows must be removed before the LEXAN can be attacked. The use of power saws will be impeded. If the window is at the ground level or
lower, it might be possible to use _____________________.

Portable Ladders to push the LEXAN INWARD.

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EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
DISENTANGLEMENT

Members should always treat the area around the airbag as if they have not deployed. The rule of 5-10-20 should
be observed. At least ____” from side airbags.

5” from SIDE airbags.

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EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
DISENTANGLEMENT

Members should always treat the area around the airbag as if they have not deployed. The rule of 5-10-20 should
be observed. At least ____” from driver airbags.

10” from DRIVER airbags

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EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
DISENTANGLEMENT

Members should always treat the area around the airbag as if they have not deployed. The rule of 5-10-20 should
be observed. At least ____” from passenger airbags.

20” from PASSENGER airbags.

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EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
DISENTANGLEMENT

TRUE OR FALSE

Disconnecting the battery of a car will start
the drain time, which varies, for an electronically and mechanically activated devices.

False

This is only true for ELECTRONICALLY activated devices.

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EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
DISENTANGLEMENT

Transmitting a 10-___ for an emergency should be considered when there are several vehicles with numerous patients.

10-75

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EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
DISENTANGLEMENT

The removal of wreckage from around the victim.

Disentanglement

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EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
DISENTANGLEMENT

The physical removal of the victim from the vehicle.

Extrication

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EMERGENCY PROCEDURES DISENTANGLEMENT When extricating a victim where should the power unit be placed?

The power unit should be placed in the FRONT or REAR of the vehicle. ** This will allow flexibility to operate on BOTH SIDES of vehicle without having to reposition.

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES DISENTANGLEMENT When operating the spreaders or cutters never position any part of your body between the ______ and _______.

Tool and the Vehicle.

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES DISENTANGLEMENT: Engine Company Operations The Engine Officer should divide the company into two teams. What are those two teams responsibilities ?

1. The Engine Officer and 2 CFR trained Firefighters (equipped with trauma bag and cervical collars) shall gain access to the victim so that critical trauma assessment can be made and treatment initiated/augmented 2. The remaining members shall STRETCH and CHARGE a precautionary handline.

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES DISENTANGLEMENT: Engine Company Operations When fire or hazardous condition exists upon arrival, stretching and charging a hose line is paramount. What should also be considered?

Consider a foam handline.

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES DISENTANGLEMENT: Ladder Company Operations Who ensures the disconnection of the car battery?

The Ladder Company Officer

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES DISENTANGLEMENT: Ladder Company Operations When disconnecting the battery, remove the ________ terminal first.

Negative terminal first.

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES DISENTANGLEMENT

TOWER LADDER OPERATIONS CHAPTER 1 Tower ladder have ______ corner jacks and ______ outriggers.

4 Corner jacks 2 Outriggers

TOWER LADDER OPERATIONS CHAPTER What is the preferred method for lowering Tower Ladder jacks and outriggers on level ground?

All Jacks *All Jacks lever operates all jacks and outriggers simultaneously.

TOWER LADDER OPERATIONS CHAPTER Tower Ladders are not designed to operate with outriggers and jacks down on one side only. If the apparatus is not level, which side do you lower first?

Lower the jacks and outriggers on the LOW SIDE first, followed by the high side until the green lights indicate that all stabilizers are properly deployed.

TOWER LADDER OPERATIONS CHAPTER A guide fire fighter, typically the ____, should assist the Chauffeur in positioning the apparatus so that the outriggers will clear parked cars and other obstructions.

OV- Outside Vent

TOWER LADDER OPERATIONS CHAPTER The Guide Firefighter is to remain in position until the outrigger is fully lowered on the operator’s ____ side.

Blind Side

TOWER LADDER OPERATIONS CHAPTER When operating with a 75’ Tower Ladders what tool can be utilized to determine if the outriggers will clear all obstructions.

6 Foot Hook

TOWER LADDER OPERATIONS CHAPTER True or False Firefighter Lopez who was working in a 95’ Tower Ladder, utilized a 6 foot hook to determine if the outriggers would clear all obstructions.

False A 95’ Tower Ladder’s outriggers are 6’8. The 6 foot Hook only works for 75’ Tower Ladders.

TOWER LADDER OPERATIONS CHAPTER The preferred placement of manual pins for outriggers shall be at the ______ hole.

Lowest Hole

TOWER LADDER OPERATIONS CHAPTER The preferred placement of manual pins for jacks shall be at the ______ hole.

Highest Hole (Jacked up)

TOWER LADDER OPERATIONS CHAPTER The turntable is located behind the crew cab and is capable of rotating _____ degrees.

360 Degrees * Attached to the turntable is a FOUR section telescoping steel/ aluminum boom.

TOWER LADDER OPERATIONS CHAPTER Who must personally verify all outriggers, jacks and manual pins are properly placed PRIOR to raising the boom from the bedded position.

The Tower Ladder Chauffeur

TOWER LADDER OPERATIONS CHAPTER In most cases who should perform DELICATE movements of the Tower Ladders Bucket?

The Pedestal Fire Fighter * The exception is when the pedestal Fire Fighters View is obstructed.

TOWER LADDER OPERATIONS CHAPTER Who can operate at the turntable of a Tower Ladders?

1. Members PRESENTLY assigned to a Tower Ladder Unit. 2. Qualified Chauffeur-Tiller (QCT, School Trained)

TOWER LADDER OPERATIONS CHAPTER During operations, the pedestal firefighter shall remain at the pedestal in __________ until properly ______________.

1. Full PPE 2. Until relieved by another trained member.

TOWER LADDER OPERATIONS CHAPTER How do you over-ride the bucket controls ?

By stepping on the SAFETY INTERLOCK FOOT PEDAL.

TOWER LADDER OPERATIONS CHAPTER What are the 3 Boom functions ?

1. Raise / Lower 2. Rotate Left/ Right 3. Extend Retract *All 3 can be performed simultaneously.

TOWER LADDER OPERATIONS CHAPTER Due to lack of space the number of firefighters operating in a bucket should be limited to how many?

2 * Each member should personally verify the placement of both door latches in the locked position prior to movement.

TOWER LADDER OPERATIONS CHAPTER Under normal conditions who should control movement in the bucket?

Member operating from and Elevated postion.

TOWER LADDER OPERATIONS CHAPTER How many water system hook-ups are on tower ladder and where are they located ?

1. Left side - 3” x 3” GATED inlet. 2. Right Side - 4 1/2” UNGATED inlet.

TOWER LADDER OPERATIONS CHAPTER What is the primary means of communication between the bucket and pedestal Fire Fighter?

Intercom System

TOWER LADDER OPERATIONS CHAPTER What is the reference point between the bucket and pedestal Firefighter ?

The pedestal

TRAINING BULLETIN TOOLS 32 POSITIVE PRESSURE FANS Stairwell pressurization shall not be initiated until authorized by:

The Incident Commander

TRAINING BULLETIN TOOLS 32 POSITIVE PRESSURE FANS The PPF should never be transported while ____________.

In operation If the fan needs to be moved, it shall be shut down before transportation.

TRAINING BULLETIN TOOLS 32 POSITIVE PRESSURE FANS When running fans at an incident, ________ must always be attached to the operating fan.

Exhaust Hose * This is in order to limit and control the introduction of CO inside the structure.

TRAINING BULLETIN TOOLS 32 POSITIVE PRESSURE FANS Whenever PPFs need to be lifted, how many members shall be used?

TRAINING BULLETIN TOOLS 32 POSITIVE PRESSURE FANS True or False Fans shall never be refueled inside a structure.

True * The possibility of the gasoline coming in contact with a hot exhaust manifold could result in a fire.

TRAINING BULLETIN TOOLS 32 POSITIVE PRESSURE FANS When are PPF’s inspected ?

Daily at the start of the 9x6 tour

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES NATURAL GAS ADD3 : INTRINSICALLY SAFE FANS Can intrinsically safe electric fans be used for positive pressure ventilation at fires?

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES NATURAL GAS ADD3 : INTRINSICALLY SAFE FANS True or Fasle Not all parts of the Intrinsically safe fan are intrinsically safe.

True. The motor is the only component that is intrinsically safe. The plus to the electric supply is not intrinsically safe and must be plugged in PRIOR to engaging the “On” switch.

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES NATURAL GAS ADD3 : INTRINSICALLY SAFE FANS All actions will be performed by ____ members wearing full PPE.

SOC members

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES NATURAL GAS ADD3 : INTRINSICALLY SAFE FANS The intrinsically safe fans can be used to provide fresh air to the _______ of a ________.

Bottom of a confined space. * Or if heavier than air gases are collecting at the bottom of a confined space, the fan can be reversed to remove these gases.