WEEK #3 WEEK OF 4/14/14 PART I – AUC'S #149, 159, 200, 205 & 225 PART II – TB - MANAGEMENT PART III – PAIDS #1-77, 6-78, 1-84, 1-11, 1-13 & 2-13 PART IV – FIRE PREVENTION INSTRUCTOR: CAPT KEN RUGGIERO

Question 1

PART I – AUC’S #149, 159, 200, 205 & 225:
AUC 149
1. The Buckeye pipeline is comprised of two 12” steel pipes. One carries gasoline and the other
carries kerosene base aviation fuel. Which point is incorrect regarding the pipeline description and
sectioning? (1.3, 2.1, 2.3.2, 3.1)
A. The main line operates at 1200 psig while terminal and delivery lines to shippers from the Long
Island City terminal is 200 psig. All piping is externally coated to prevent corrosion and is catholically
protected.
B. The pipeline has 3 types of pressure limiting controls. Control valves limit pressure build up to
1440 psig on the main line, pressure switches shut down the pumps if the control valves fail, and relief
valves relieve excessive pressure only if the control valves fail.
C. Within NYC the Buckeye Pipeline is divided into 13 sections, section 8 is further divided into 5
sections. The subdivision of the pipeline, while designed to assist in fire and leak suppression also
allows the fire department to devise operational plans for each section.
D. Manual shut off valves are generally located below ground in a valve housing under a hinged
cover. These valves require 42 clockwise turns (84 half turns) to shut the valve. Valves located on the
shippers lines extending from the Long Island City terminal require 24 clockwise turns (48 half turns)
to close.

Answer 1

1. B

2.1 Pressure Limiting Controls
2.1.1 Control valves automatically limit pressure buildup to 1200 psig maximum in the
main line.
2.1.2 Pressure switches shut down the pumps if the control valves fail.
2.1.3 Relief valves relieve excessive pressure if both pressure switches and the control
valves fail.

Question 2

2. Captains of assigned and alternate units who respond to the Buckeye Pipeline would expect to
   find which of the following items listed below at or near the housewatch desk? (More than one
   correct). (4.3, 4.4)
   A. One set of Unit Alarm Assignment Cards
   B. One set of Instruction Cards
   C. A pipeline map
   D. A set of wrenches
   E. Cans of foam concentrate

Answer 2

2. All

Question 3

3. Captain Mitchell is operating with his unit, E-99, at a leak from the Buckeye Pipe Line. Captain
   Mitchell should know the only correct point listed below can be found in which choice?
   (6.1, 6.2.2, 6.2.5, 6.2.6)
   A. Valves should always be closed as per the duties required by the instruction cards, except when a
   unit is required to protect life in a serious life threatening emergency or in the event of an immediate
   threat to property.
   B. When units have the responsibility of closing a manual valve and patrolling to the adjacent
   valve(s), the valves must be closed first and then the patrol function carried out.
   C. Units performing isolation duties will announce 10-84 at the valve locations, and inform the
   dispatcher of valve closures as well as completion of patrol duties.
   D. Units other than those assigned to isolation duties will respond to the staging area. Upon
   completion of assigned duties, the unit shall report to the Command post or other assignment as
   directed by the IC.

Answer 3

3. C

Question 4

4. If a strong wind is blowing which action listed below should be taken first? Solid hose streams
   held horizontally a few _____ above the ground and moved rapidly from side to side will wash burning
   gasoline or aviation fuel aside to provide a path for rescue. Department apparatus should not be
   brought closer than _____ feet to a leak. (6.5.3, 6.5.5B, 6.5.7)
   A. All ignition sources in the path of the drifting vapors must be extinguished / Inches / 600’.
   B. All ignition sources in the area must be extinguished / Feet / 1000’.
   C. All ignition sources in the path of the drifting vapors must be extinguished / Feet / 600’.
   D. All ignition sources in the area must be extinguished / Inches / 1000’.

Answer 4

4. A

Question 5

5. Company Commanders of units having pipeline control valves in their administrative district
   shall not follow which item listed below regarding pipeline valve inspection procedures? (9.1,
   9.2, 9.2.1)
   A. Pipeline control valves shall be inspected during the semiannual hydrant inspection and during
   familiarization drills.
   B. Needed repairs or recommendations should be the subject of a letterhead report to the Buckeye
   Pipeline Coordinator at Division 8.
   C. Only reports of critical repairs will require an immediate telephone notification to the Buckeye
   Pipeline Coordinator at Division 8.
   D. Valve pits subject to flooding must be inspected during sub-freezing weather. Hydrants cards
   may be modified for use as an inspection control for the valves.

Answer 5

5. C
6. INSPECTION PROCEDURES
   9.1 Company Commanders of units having pipeline control valves in their administrative
   district shall have them inspected during the semi-annual hydrants inspections. Valves
   should also be inspected during the familiarization drills. Needed repairs or
   recommendations should be the subject of a letterhead report to the Buckeye Pipeline
   Coordinator at Division 8. Reports of critical repairs should be the subject of an
   immediate telephone notification.
   9.2 Valve pits subject to flooding must be inspected during subfreezing weather. Flooded
   pits require an immediate telephone notification to the Buckeye Pipeline Coordinator at
   Division 8.
   9.2.1 Hydrant record cards may be modified for use as an inspection control for valves,
   valves covers, post marker, security fences, locks, etc. Cards should indicate if
   the valve pit is subject to flooding

Question 6

6. Which is the only Buckeye Pipeline Drill where members will actually shut down the valves?
   (10.5.10, 10.5.11)
   A. Multi-Unit Drill
   B. Division Drills
   C. Familiarization Drills
   D. Borough Drills

Answer 6

6. D

Question 7

159
7. Hurricanes and other severe storms can seriously disrupt normal fire operations with the
accompanying flooding, winds, and storm surge. Company Commanders have many responsibilities
to ensure their units are prepared for these storms. Which Company Commander responsibility is not
correctly listed? (4.3.1, 4.4.3, 4.8.1, 4.8.2)
A. Company Commanders shall designate a storm operations coordinator who shall institute
controls and maintain records as necessary for the accomplishment of the objectives of AUC 159.
B. Company storm operations coordinators shall initiate surveys to determine locations of
institutional occupancies such as hospitals and nursing homes that may require special operating
procedures during storm emergencies.
C. Company Commanders shall determine special needs for storm preparation and requisition or
obtain such supplies and equipment in advance of the start of the hurricane season. Requisitioning
shall begin on July 1st; any supplies not received by October 1st shall be called to the attention of the
Battalion Coordinator.
D. Evacuated companies will be relocated to host companies or dispersal sites. Company
Commanders of host companies are to ensure that necessary preparations are made to accommodate
relocated companies.

Answer 7

7. C

 Determine special needs for storm preparation and obtain such supplies and
equipment in advance of the start of hurricane season (June 1st).
Requisitioning shall commence March 1st to permit sufficient time for the
various bureaus to obtain and deliver materials. Items on requisition not
received by May 1st shall be called to the attention of the Division Storm
Operations Coordinator

Question 8

8. A group of Lieutenants studying for the upcoming Captain’s test were discussing AUC 159.
   These Lieutenants should reread this bulletin because the only correct point they discussed can be
   found in which choice below? (5.4.2)
   A. Communications with the dispatcher may be interrupted due to wind or flood damage. Units
   shall consider land and cell phones, 400 megahertz radios, the post radio, and 2 or 5 watt handie talkie
   channels.
   B. Gridlock can become a serious problem in fringe areas of the flood zone. Officers must weigh
   the risk vs reward benefit when committing a vehicle to a flooded area. The depth of the water to be
   crossed shall not exceed 24”.
   C. Manhole covers displaced by flood waters may be concealed. Members walking in flooded areas
   should stay away from the building line and use a tool to probe for hazards.
   D. Fleet maintenance shall be notified of any apparatus that operated in an area flooded with salt
   water for an extended period of time. Salt water has a detrimental effect on all apparatus electrical
   systems, brakes, and seals.

Answer 8

8. D

5.4.2 Communications
 Unit communications with dispatchers and commands may be disrupted due
to wind damage or flooding. Units may need to implement other than
“normal” methods to remain in contact. Units shall consider land and cell
phones, 800 MHZ radio, Post Radio use, DARS radio, and 5-watt handietalkie
channels.

The depth of the water to be crossed should not exceed 18” for first line
apparatus, and 50” for FDNY Hi-Axle vehicles.

 Manhole covers displaced by flood waters may be concealed. Members
walking in flooded areas should stay close to the building line and use a tool
to probe for hazards.

Question 9

200
9. AUC 200 has many different dates listed throughout the bulletin which are used to prompt certain
actions. Which date listed below is incorrect? (3, 3.3.4D, E)
A. Except where otherwise specifically noted, the activities outlined herein shall commence on
November 1st of each year.
B. Drill and training schedules concerning winter operations shall be initiated during the month of
October each year.
C. Company Commanders shall determine special needs for winter supplies and requisition them
beginning on July 1st.
D. Items requisitioned and not received by October 1st shall be called to the attention of Division
Coordinators.

Answer 9

9. A

Question 10

10. Captains shall ensure that the following equipment is assembled and placed on the apparatus:
    (3.3.3D)
    • 6 extra lengths of 2 ½” hose rolled or folded on each Engine and Truck.
    • 2 shovels.
    • Salt and/or sand.
    • Vehicle recovery strap with shackle.
    • Tire chains, spare links and the link tool.
    • Specialized hydrant connection set up.
    The above equipment should be placed on the apparatus during which choice(s) listed below? (More
    than one correct).
    A. When a snow or ice emergency is imminent.
    B. When Phase A is established.
    C. When Phase B is established.
    D. The above equipment shall also be placed on reserve apparatus.

Answer 10

10. All

Question 11

11. Which is the only correct choice listed below regarding Company Commanders responsibilities
    during winter operations? (3.3.4 A, 3.3.3 D, 3.3.8 C and Winter Checklist, 5.4.3 A)
    A. Names of members trained in the use of the thawing apparatus will be maintained by the unit
    commander of the unit housing the thawing apparatus.
    B. Captains shall carry specialized hydrant set up connections on their apparatus as determined by
    the Division Winter Operations Coordinator, a Deputy Chief.
    C. Company Commanders shall maintain a minimum of 6 shovels in quarters with an additional 2
    shovels for use on the apparatus for a total of 8 shovels.
    D. A Captain may approve a last minute variation to a mutual (for a firefighter) during Phase A or
    B. The Captain does not need approval from the Battalion Chief however, proper written application
    shall follow.

Answer 11

11. D

5.4.3 Mutual Exchange of Tours
A. Regulations regarding mutual exchange of tours are modified during that
period when Phase A or B are implemented or when special instructions
are broadcast by signal 65-2; the special procedure shall be as follows:
1. The level of command above that of the requesting member may
verbally approve mutual exchange of tours applications and
variations of previously approved mutual exchanges of tours, after
proper evaluation of the circumstances and conditions of the
request.
2. Proper written applications shall follow.

Question 12

205
Answer questions #13 and 14 based on the information listed below:
Hydrant 1 – This hydrant is located on Monitor Street between Nassau and Norman Avenues.
Hydrant 2 – This hydrant is located on Monitor Street between Nassau and Norman Avenues.
Hydrant 3 – This hydrant is located on Nassau Ave. between McGuiness Blvd and Leonard St. The
hydrant is near the entrance for the NYC Subway’s “G” line.
Hydrant 4 – This Hydrant is the only hydrant located on North Henry Street between Driggs and
Engert Avenues.
Hydrant 5 – This hydrant is located on Greenpoint Avenue between Kingsland Avenue and Monitor
Street near the Greenpoint Avenue Bridge.

13. Which hydrant(s) listed above should a Captain classify as a priority hydrant? (7.3)
    A. Hydrants 3, 4, & 5
    B. Hydrants 2, 4, & 5
    C. Hydrants 1, 2, & 3
    D. Hydrants 2, 3, & 5
    E. All of them.

Answer 12

13. A

7.3 A Priority Hydrant is:
A. a hydrant that is the only hydrant in a block; or
B. a hydrant(s) which is (are) vital to the protection of high profile locations or
critical infrastructure locations e.g., bridges, tunnels, mass transit systems, etc.
Marking “PRIORITY HYDRANT” in red on the top of the BF-47A shall identify priority
hydrants. (See also Section 9 - “Priority Repairs”).

Question 13

14. Which hydrant(s) listed above would be considered priority repairs if they were out of service?
    (9.1)
    A. All of them if either hydrants 1 and 2 were out of service.
    B. All of them if both hydrants 1 and 2 were out of service.
    C. None of them.
    D. Hydrants 1, 4, & 5
    E. Hydrants 2, 3, & 5

Answer 13

14. B
15. PRIORITY REPAIRS
    9.1 The Department deems the repair of certain out of service hydrants to be a priority. In
    such instances a priority repair designation must be communicated to DEP.

9.2 Companies shall adhere to the following criteria in designating hydrants that require
priority repair. Only hydrants satisfying one of these criteria shall be identified to DEP
as requiring priority repair:
9.2.1 “Priority Hydrants” which are Out-of-Service. (See Section 7.3).
9.2.2 Two adjacent hydrants in a block that are both Out-of-Service (report both
hydrants as requiring priority repair).
9.3 The priority repair designation for such hydrants shall be noted on the CD-63 by marking
“PR” in the column under the “HYDRANT TYPE CODE” heading.

Question 14

15. Hydrants located on parkways and expressways are shut down at the curb valve year round and
    are painted yellow. Which point below regarding these hydrants is correct? (Addendum 2)
    A. The valves require 17 turns to the right to open fully. This valve should be opened fully before
    opening the hydrant.
    B. These are the only hydrants found in NYC that are painted yellow.
    C. Captains of Engine Companies with these hydrants in their 1st alarm response area shall obtain a
    second key for use of relocated companies.
    D. Companies with these hydrants in their district shall inspect these separately from their usual
    hydrant inspection program.

Answer 14

15. C

2.4 Valve boxes are cleaned by Department of Environmental Protection before the closing of
valves. The valves require 18 turns to the right (clockwise) to open fully. This valve should
be fully opened before opening hydrant. Do not force valve as major damage may result.

2.5 Companies with such hydrants in their districts shall include them in the usual Hydrant
Inspection Program.

Question 15

225
16. Low water procedures consist of general procedures, phase 1 water alert procedures, and phase 2
water pressure emergency procedures. Which statement below is incorrect regarding these
procedures? (2.1)
A. During general procedures Engine and Ladder Companies shall obtain pressure readings on the
hydrants nearest their quarters during the first full week of May each year.
B. During phase 1 water alert procedures, each unit shall take and record the pressure on the hydrant
nearest to quarters, every hour until 2200 hours.
C. During phase 2 water alert procedures units shall patrol in their district as per schedules
established by Deputy Chiefs. Every attempt shall be made to shut down hydrants or place spray caps
unless a serious confrontation may result.
D. Officers on duty upon completing their assigned patrol duties during phase 2 shall fax the
following information to their battalion: the number of illegally opened hydrants, the number shut
down, the number of spray caps placed, and any areas experiencing dangerously low water pressure
that could adversely affect firefighting operations.

Answer 15

16. A

2.1 The first full week in May each year, deputy chiefs shall cause all engine and squad
companies to obtain pressure readings on the hydrants nearest their quarters. Readings
for each calendar day, Sunday to Saturday inclusive, will be taken at approximately 1000
hours, 1300 hours, 1600 hours, 1900 hours and 2200 hours, and shall be recorded on the
“Hydrant Pressure Chart” (form CD-65, see addendum 1).

Question 16

1. Captain McMeister is working a day tour in E-289 and has just returned from an all hands fire in
   a private dwelling. The home was unoccupied at the time of the fire. The fire was on the second floor
   in a front bedroom. After lunch the house watchman calls Capt. McMeister down to the housewatch
   because there is a civilian there to see him. The civilian is the home owner of the PD where the all
   hands fire just occurred. The civilian is irate because the windows to the bedroom on the 2nd floor
   were broken and the ceiling was pulled down in the bedroom on the 2nd floor. Which choice below is
   an incorrect action when dealing with a complaint from a civilian? (4.9)
   A. Capt. McMeister should give his name to the civilian making the complaint.
   B. Capt. McMeister should get the name of the civilian making the compliant.
   C. The person’s name should be used repeatedly when speaking with the person.
   D. If the complaint is especially serious and the person is very excited, avoid taking notes as this can
   further upset the person.

Answer 16

1. D

Question 17

2. When conflicts occur between supervisors and subordinates and the conflicts are work related,
   the supervisor should observe certain rules. Which rule is incorrectly listed? (4.7)
   A. Deal with people in private, one by one. A problem between the supervisor and the subordinate
   should not be aired in front of others.
   B. Stress uniform standards and rules for all members of the unit.
   C. A cooling off period is often unnecessary as it is easier to deal with the problem when it occurs
   and avoid putting it off.
   D. Deal with only one problem (or problem person) at a time. A supervisor can seldom win if
   fighting two battles at once.

Answer 17

2. C

Question 18

3. Which tasks listed below are considered only tasks that supervisors should do themselves?
   (1.2)
4. Check and sign reports
5. Getting data for reports
6. Making out assignments
7. Some training of subordinates
8. Check on work being done
9. Give a tour of the firehouse
10. Handle complaints
11. Make a schedule for inspections
    A. 1, 2, 4, 6
    B. 1, 3, 5, 7
    C. 2, 5, 7, 8
    D. 3, 5, 7, 8

Answer 18

3. B

Question 19

4. Captain Duffelli is working the 9x6 tour in E-99 when he is presented with the following:
   (2.3)
5. FF Smith, a member of E-99 called and said he needs to swap a RSOT tour.
6. The Proby tells the Captain that there are bricks falling from the front of the firehouse.
7. A firefighter tells the Captain that the steam boiler is cherry red and there is no heat in the
   firehouse.
8. The Deputy Chief called and wants to know why its takes E-99 40 seconds longer to get to their
   EMS runs than their structural fire runs.
9. A civilian called and is upset because E-99 hit her car a broke the mirror.
10. The supervisor from the sanitation garage called to see if E-99 needs salt for the upcoming snow
    storm.
    The Captain should address the above in which order listed below?
    A. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 1
    B. 2, 4, 3, 6, 1, 5
    C. 5, 2, 3, 4, 6, 1
    D. 3, 4, 2, 1, 5, 6

Answer 19

4. A

Question 20

5. To _______ means to deliberately take some action to put off resolving a problem. To ______
   means to take no action at all for now. (2.4)
   A. Delay / Defer
   B. Defer / Delay

Answer 20

5. B

Question 21

6. Abraham Maslow describes the common hierarchy of motives, which are a sequence of
   motivations which people go through, starting with the first motivation and going on to others. Listed
   below you will find these motives listed, please place them in the correct order according to Maslow.
   (3.4)
   1 Social Needs (good coworkers)
   2 Biological needs, survival needs (salary)
   3 Ego or self-esteem needs (status, responsibility)
   4 Security needs (pension)
   5 Self fulfillment needs (self-direction)
   A. 3, 1, 2, 4, 5
   B. 2, 4, 1, 3, 5
   C. 5, 2, 4, 3, 1
   D. 1, 2, 4, 5, 3

Answer 21

6. B

Question 22

7. Strong individual personality conflicts are often only solved by transfers. This is an
   inappropriate and ineffective way to deal with conflicts based on categories of people (e.g.
   women in the workplace), but may be appropriate for conflicts between particular individuals
   which are based on particular personality traits. Do you agree or disagree with the above
   statement. (4.8 Sec 9)
   A. Agree or D. Disagree

Answer 22

7. A

Question 23

8. Captain Smith has a firefighter who is becoming a problem in his company. This firefighter does
   not seem to care about the job and it shows in his performance on the fireground. This firefighter is
   very good at square rooting but that is it. Captain Smith has decided to build a disciplinary case
   against this firefighter. Which point below is incorrect regarding building a disciplinary case?
   (4.4)
   A. Records must be kept with the details of poor performance, warnings and interviews by the
   supervisors, efforts to provide training or whatever else might be necessary to improve performance.
   B. The supervisor must do more than document a case of poor performance. It is the supervisor’s
   job to correct poor performance, not simply to document it.
   C. Before taking serious discipline action against a subordinate, the supervisor must get permission
   and make sure the higher supervisor will support the disciplinary action. The supervisor must also
   consult with the union steward.
   D. Copies of written warnings stating that formal disciplinary action will be taken if performance
   does not improve must be kept by the supervisor who is building the disciplinary case.

Answer 23

8. C

Before taking serious disciplinary action against a subordinate, the supervisor should make sure
that the next higher superior will support the disciplinary action in this case. The supervisor
should not pass the buck to the next higher superior, but should inform the next higher superior
of the history of the problem and of the disciplinary actions which the supervisor is going to
take. If the next higher superior will not give support for these actions, the supervisor should
reconsider the actions. It is very risky for a supervisor to initiate a serious disciplinary action
without first being assured of support from higher superiors. If a higher superior is trying to duck
a really serious problem, turn it into the higher superior’s problem by forwarding written
documentation of the problem to the superior and asking in writing for the higher superior’s
recommendations.

Question 24

PART III – PAIDS #1-77, 6-78, 1-84, 1-11, 1-13 & 2-13:
1-77
1. Captain Smith is working a day tour in E-99 and has just finished lunch when a member of E-99
enters his office and states that he feels he was the victim of harassment because of his age and would
like to make a complaint. Captain Smith is SA for the day. Which point below would be incorrect for
Captain Smith to follow? (Section 6)
A. Captain Smith should inform the member of the available filing options and notify the Fire
Departments EEO office by phone or email.
B. The member is not required to give Capt. Smith any information about the complaint. If the
member elects to give Capt. Smith information about the complaint then Capt. Smith must complete a
confidential EEO incident report.
C. Capt. Smith shall initiate an investigation of the complaint and interrogate both the complainant
and the respondent before calling the EEO office and forwarding the EEO report to the EEO office.
D. Company journal entries shall not be entered with regard to EEO complaints, no copies shall be
retained by the officer, the chain of command is bypassed, and no intermediate endorsements shall be
made.

Answer 24

1. C

Question 25

2. Captain McDowell is working a day tour in E-99 and has just finished lunch when FF Baker
   comes into the office and tells Capt. McDowell that he wants to meet with an EEO officer because he
   feels he has been discriminated against. FF Baker does not give any other information to the Captain
   except the fact that he wants to meet with the EEO officer. E-99, a single Engine, is already down a
   firefighter who tapped out earlier from an all hands fire and is awaiting a detail from Ladder 100.
   Captain McDowell knows that he must allow FF Baker to meet with the EEO officer at the earliest
   practicable time consistent with the operational needs of E-99. Captain McDowell would be correct to
   address any concerns about this matter to who? (7.2)
   A. The Battalion Chief
   B. The Deputy Chief
   C. DSCO/OSA
   D. EEO Office

Answer 25

2. D

Question 26

3. If a member feels he/she has been the victim of sexual harassment he/she can file a complaint
   with which of the following agencies/units? (5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4)
4. FDNY EEO Officer
5. City of NY Human Rights Commission
6. NY State Division of Human Rights
7. EEO Commission
8. Department of Labor (Federal Compliance)
9. BITS

A. 1,2,4,6
B. ALL
C. None
D. 2,3,5,6
E. 1,3,4,5

Answer 26

3. B

Question 27

4. A Complaint must be filed with the Fire Departments EEO Officer within how long from the date
   of the alleged discrimination or harassment? If an incident occurs during non-office hours the Officer
   can contact EEO via? (5.5, 6.2.2)
   A. 1 year / FD Operations Center
   B. 18 months / FD Operations Center
   C. 18 months / Call EEO Directly
   D. 1 years / Call EEO Directly

Answer 27

4. A

6.2.2 For incidents that effect operations, the Officer/Supervisor shall contact the EEO
Officer during office hours at (718) 999-1447 between 0800 to 1800 hours,
Monday to Friday. During non-office hours, the EEO Officer can be reached
through the Fire Department Operations Center (FDOC) at (718) 999-7900.

Question 28

6-78
5. Company Commanders shall establish and monitor the evaluation program for 1st through 5th
grade firefighters in their units. The purpose of this program is to evaluate and record the
performance, skills, and capabilities of firefighters who have completed their probationary period.
Which point below in not correct regarding this evaluation program? (Section 2 and 4)
A. An evaluation report shall be forwarded for each fireman 1st through 5th grade, on May 1st of each
year. The report shall be forwarded to the administrative battalion; reports with unsatisfactory ratings
will be forwarded to the administrative division.
B. Where a member is on a long term detail, the evaluation report shall not be initiated at the
company level. The unit where the member is currently detailed is responsible for the evaluation.
This evaluation is then forwarded to the evaluation unit at the Bureau of Personnel.
C. If an evaluating officer is transferred to another unit, the Commanding Officer shall require an
evaluation by such officer of all members they were responsible to evaluate at the time of their
transfer, forwarding the reports to the Battalion at that time.
D. When a member is transferred or promoted, their Commanding Officer shall require an
Evaluation Report for the portion of the evaluation year in which they served in the unit. The report
will be forwarded to the Battalion in the usual manner.

Answer 28

5. B

A. Where a member carried on a payroll is on a long term detail, the following
procedure is to be followed:
1. Evaluation report initiated, no ratings required.
2. Forward to the Evaluation Unit, Personnel Division, for follow-up
indicating on the form the nature of the detail, date commenced, duty
status, etc.

Question 29

6. True or False? A member must sign his/her evaluation report. Lack of a signature will
   affect the validity of the rating and means the member objected to the rating. (Section 3)

Answer 29

6. F

Question 30

1-84
7. Captain Wright has noticed that one of his firefighters has been acting unusual and does not seem
to be himself. Captain Wright has decided to report this unusual behavior. In which choice below did
Captain Wright not follow the protocol for reporting unusual behavior? (Addendum 1)
A. The notification was in the form of a request to the Chief Medical Officer for a complete medical
examination and placed in a sealed envelope and marked confidential.
B. Captain Wright listed a telephone number by which a medical officer can reach him to discuss
the reason for the referral. This request shall include a brief description of the alleged unusual
behavior.
C. If in the opinion of the officer, the behavior of the member is such as to present a danger to the
member or anyone else, an immediate telephone call shall be made to BHS during office hours or
FDOC at other times requesting the presence of a medical officer.
D. Captain Wright must also make an immediate telephone notification to the next higher level of
command for relay as required.

Answer 30

7. B
8. The referring officer will list a telephone number by which a medical officer can reach him
   to discuss the reason (s) for the referral. The request shall not give any description of the
   alleged unusual behavior.

Question 31

1-11
8. Every supervisor who has received a workplace violence report (written or verbal) shall ensure
that it is forwarded via the chain of command to _______. The supervisor shall affirmatively seek the
guidance of ________ on matters that are very likely to lead to incidents of workplace violence.
(11.1.1, 11.1.2)
A. Workplace violence prevention coordinator / EEO
B. EEO / BITS
C. EEO / Workplace violence prevention coordinator
D. Workplace violence prevention coordinator for both

Answer 31

8. D

Question 32

9. FF Davis has been a victim of stalking and has taken out an order of protection against the
   stalker. The stalker has attempted to contact FF Davis at his firehouse at different times over the past
   week. FF Davis may request an accommodation from whom? (9.3)
   A. EEO
   B. BITS
   C. Workplace violence prevention coordinator
   D. Chief of Personnel

Answer 32

9. A

Question 33

1-13
10. Hazing is any conduct that involves an employee who causes another employee to suffer or be
exposed to any activity that is cruel, abusive, humiliating, intimidating, oppressive, demeaning, or
harmful. Which point below is correct regarding hazing? (2.3, 2.4)
A. Hazing may occur between peers or, under certain circumstances, may involve actions by junior
personnel toward those more senior in rank. Hazing is limited to superior-subordinate relationships.
B. Hazing does include authorized activities such as required operational or training exercises,
including probationary firefighting training or remedial training.
C. BITs will investigate hazing incidents as necessary. Any employee found to have been involved
in hazing, or to have witnessed or become aware of an act of hazing and fails to report, will be subject
to discipline.
D. Hazing usually involves physical contact between or among members. Hazing is not verbal in
nature.

Answer 33

10. C

Question 34

11. A Captain is working overtime in L-100 when he becomes aware that hazing has occurred
    between the members of L-100 and their new proby. The Captain should know that he must report this
    act of hazing in writing thru the chain of command to? (3.2)
    A. Chief of Department
    B. BITs
    C. EEO
    D. Fire Commissioner

Answer 34

11. D

Question 35

12. Any FDNY employee who has been hazed, or whom a supervisor or officer believes may have
    been subjected to hazing, will be considered a victim who is entitled to the assistance of which two
    units listed below? (3.5)
    A. BHS/EEO
    B. EEO/CSU
    C. BHS/CSU
    D. BHS/OSHA

Answer 35

12. C

Question 36

2-13
13. Captain Carter is working the 6x9 tour in L-100. After exchanging information with the officer
going off duty Capt. Carter goes into the kitchen to get a cup of coffee. When he enters the kitchen he
sees all the members on their smart phones and all thumbs are operating. Capt. Carter decides to
conduct a drill on the FDNY’s social media policy. Capt. Carter was correct in which statement he
made? (1.2)
A. Social media includes proprietary sites or applications such as facebook, Instagram, or youtube.
All employees are reminded that they are accountable only for their actions/conduct when they are on
duty.
B. Activities and statements made on social media sites are done in an online domain where users
have a reasonable expectation of privacy, especially if the member has created private or limited access
accounts.
C. Employees should be mindful about disclosing or alluding to their status as a member of the
FDNY. Employees are prohibited from revealing Department affiliations of other individuals (e.g.
coworkers) without the express consent of that individual.

Answer 36

13. C

Question 37

14. FF Ojeda has decided to change his profile picture on his facebook page. FF Ojeda has two
    pictures that he likes and is deciding on which one to use. Which picture would be in accord with the
    FDNY social media policy? (5.2.4)
    A. Picture 1: A picture of FF Ojeda in his uniform after a court appearance not involving city
    business.
    B. Picture 2: A picture of FF Ojeda in his uniform after medal day where he was awarded a Class B
    medal.
    C. Both are acceptable
    D. Neither is acceptable

Answer 37

14. B

5.2.4 FDNY personnel shall not post photographs of themselves in uniform, unless the
uniform was worn during an event for which a uniform is required. FDNY
personnel are prohibited from posting a photograph of themselves if, at the time,
the wearing of a uniform is prohibited.

Question 38

15. Which FDNY employee listed below is in compliance with the FDNY’s social media policy?
    (5.2.5, 5.2.6, 5.2.7, 5.2.8)
    A. FF Costanza, who is off duty, is sitting on his porch videotaping the all hands fire going on
    across the street from his house. After the fire he uploads the video to youtube.
    B. FF Benes, the ECC of the 1st due Engine at an all hands fire takes a few photos of the fire and
    posts them on his company’s website for other members to view and drill on.
    C. After a fire the OV from L-100 is approached by the female civilian he helped down the fire
    escape and she asks him to be friends with her on facebook. The OV firefighter later accepts her
    friendship request.
    D. FF Kramer is member of the FDNY’s incident management team and has a city email to conduct
    his IMT business. FF Kramer has just opened a twitter account and used his city email address since
    this is his only email account.

Answer 38

15. A

5.2.5 Employees are prohibited from posting on the Internet nonpublic items (e.g.,
information about, or photos or videos of, patients or fire scenes) that were
obtained as a result of their position with the Department. Members of the
Department are prohibited from taking photographs, videotaping or recording
audio while working unless authorized to do so by OPI.
5.2.6 Employees are prohibited from engaging in any type of social media contact with
patients, fire victims or any members of the public with whom they interact in
their capacity as FDNY employees, to the same extent contact is prohibited by
other means of communication. Such communications may be deemed
inappropriate, a breach of confidentiality or an invasion of privacy.
5.2.7 Employees are prohibited from engaging in any type of social media contact (e.g.,
“friending,” or “following”) with minors with whom they interact in the course of
their FDNY employment, unless specifically authorized by a Department
Assistant Commissioner (or higher rank) or Deputy Chief (or higher rank). Such
unauthorized communications may be deemed inappropriate and create an
appearance of impropriety.
5.2.8 Employees should never use their City e-mail addresses when participating in
social media. Inasmuch as the FDNY monitors employee Internet use, employees
have no right to privacy with respect to any information transmitted, received,
created, accessed, obtained, viewed, stored or otherwise found at any time on the
FDNY’s computer system.

Question 39

16. Employees are encouraged to seek guidance from the _____ or _____ if they have any questions
    regarding compliance with the FDNY’s social media policy. (6.1)
    A. EEO Office
    B. Office of Public Information
    C. Bureau of Legal Affairs
    D. Bureau of Technology and Development

Answer 39

16. B, C

Question 40

PART IV – FIRE PREVENTION:
In the following scenario you will be Captain Carter and you are working a day tour in E-99. It
is Monday November 24, 2014 and E-99 has afternoon BISP and will perform various
inspections and respond to runs where fire prevention matters may “pop up”. Please answer the
questions according to proper fire department procedures and use the reference material
provided as required.
1. It is 0800 and you have just reported for work. You relieved the covering Lieutenant who left a
few things on the desk. Since you are a sharp Captain, Deputy Chief McMeister sent over a memo on
the requirements for smoke detectors installed under the 2008 building code for you to review before
he sends it out to the units in his Division. In which point should you respectfully correct the Deputy
Chief?
A. Smoke detectors in groups R2 and R3 regardless of the occupant load shall be installed and
maintained on the ceiling or wall outside of each room used for sleeping purposes within 15’ from the
door to such room.
B. In R2 and R3 occupancies smoke detectors shall be installed and maintained in each room used
for sleeping purposes, in each story within a dwelling unit, including below grade stories and
penthouses of any area, including crawl spaces and uninhabitable attics.
C. Required smoke alarms shall receive their primary power from a dedicated branch circuit or the
unswitched portion of a branch circuit also used for power and lighting, and shall be equipped with a
battery backup.
D. Smoke detectors in R1 dwelling units are required in sleeping areas, in every room in the path of
the means of egress from the sleeping area to the door leading from the dwelling unit, and in each story
within the unit, including below grade stories.

Answer 40

1. B

Question 41

2. While you are reviewing the memo you get a run for a Class 3 in a private dwelling that was built
   2013 under the 2008 code. E-99 and L-100 (commanded by Lt. Hernandez) are the only units
   assigned. The PD is 2 stories with a basement. There are 4 bedrooms on the 2nd floor which are
   connected by a small hallway; all of the rooms are within 15’ from the center of the hallway. The
   basement is not occupied and only used for storage. You would know that this PD should have how
   many smoke detectors in the house?
   A. 3
   B. 5
   C. 7
   D. 9

Answer 41

2. C

Question 42

3. While you are in the process of taking up from the class 3 a neighbor on the block approaches
   you and says that the private dwelling across the street was built last year and that there are no smoke
   detectors in the home. Which action below would be correct for you to take as the IC at this box?
   A. Prepare and forward an A8B (Fire Department Referral Report smoke detector) in duplicate and
   forward to the Field Public Communications Unit.
   B. Enter the private dwelling in question to perform an inspection and take action based on the
   results of the inspection.
   C. Refer the complainant to the Department of Housing Preservation and Development by dialing
   311.
   D. Do not take any action since it is a private dwelling and the FDNY does not have jurisdiction in
   private dwellings.

Answer 42

3. C

Question 43

4. On the way back to quarters E-99 is stopped at a red light. Capt. Carter glances at a building on
   the corner. Capt. Carter had a run in this building the last time he worked in E-99. The building is 50
   stories, was built in 2006, is isolated, is steam heated, does not have natural gas service, and does not
   have enclosed parking. All the stoves, clothes dryers, and other appliances are all powered by
   electricity and none of the apartments have fireplaces. Are CO detectors required in this building?
   A. Yes or B. No

Answer 43

4. No

Question 44

5. After E-99 returns to quarters members were discussing a carbon monoxide run that they had at
   0200 hours. The run was in apartment 2C of a 5 story multiple dwelling built in 1986. You (Capt.
   Carter) should correct all but which statement made by the members of E-99?
   A. Since the required carbon monoxide detector was disabled a summons was issued.
   B. A summons was issued for the failure to provide the required posting for carbon monoxide
   detecting devices in the common area of the building.
   C. The carbon monoxide detector is required to be marked UL-2034 and the carbon monoxide
   detectors are required to be installed on the ceiling.
   D. Carbon monoxide detectors may not be combined with smoke detecting devices.

Answer 44

5. A

Question 45

6. Combination smoke and carbon monoxide detectors must be installed on or near the ceiling. If
   installed on the ceiling the closest edge of the detector shall be a minimum of _____” from any wall.
   If wall mounted the closest edge of the detector shall be a minimum of ______” and a maximum of
   ______” from the ceiling.
   A. 6 / 6 / 12
   B. 4 / 4 / 12
   C. 4 / 4 / 8
   D. 6 / 6 / 8

Answer 45

6. B

Question 46

7. It is now 1000 hours and Captain Carter sits down at his desk and logs into E-99’s email and sees
   a complaint from fire prevention in the inbox. The complaint is in regards to propane. Capt. Carter
   decides to review LPG codes and rules before continuing any further. Which point is incorrect
   regarding propane rules and codes?
   A. When utilizing a non-commercial barbeque not more than 2 containers may be stored and/or used
   on the premises of a group R3 occupancy. Each container shall have a maximum capacity of 20
   pounds except that on a balcony each container shall have a maximum capacity of 16.4 oz.
   B. Connecting and disconnecting LPG cylinders greater than 16.4 ounces and torch operations using
   LPG cylinders greater than 16.4 ounces shall be performed by a person holding a certificate of fitness.
   C. LPG containers at all times shall be moved under the general supervision of a certificate of
   fitness holder. LPG containers with a capacity of greater than 20 pounds may be moved in the
   building’s stairwells if such stairwells are unoccupied.
   D. LPG storage and use on forklifts, tractors, and similar industrial trucks shall be limited to one (1)
   LPG container with a capacity of not greater than 40 pounds. Storage and use of such powered
   industrial trucks below grade, including in a basement or cellar, is prohibited.

Answer 46

7. C

Question 47

8. After reviewing the LPG codes and rules Captain Carter glances up at the computer and sees 3
   complaints in his inbox now. He reads through each complaint to determine their merit. In which
   complaint or complaints will Capt. Carter have to take action due to a violation of the LPG
   codes/rules?
   Complaint 1: states that workers are on the roof of a 4 story brownstone type rowframe using a
   propane torch to make repairs to the roof.
   Complaint 2 states that there are workers at a movie theater making repairs using LPG. The workers
   in the basement are using a 20 pound LPG cylinder and the workers on the 1st floor are
   using two 20 pound LPG cylinders. The theater is unoccupied.
   Complaint 3 states that there is a street fair on their block where LPG is being used at the sausage
   and pepper stand. There are two 20 pound cylinders separated by 5’. Only 1 cylinder is
   in use by the cook at the grill. The other cylinder is 5’ away and not being used at this
   time.
   A. Complaints 1 and 2
   B. All of them
   C. None of them
   D. Complaints 2 and 3
   E. Complaints 1 and 3
   F. Complaint 1 only

Answer 47

8. A

Question 48

9. After handling these complaints E-99 stops at a building under construction. The standpipe,
   sprinkler, and interior alarms have been installed and are operable. A temporary certificate of
   occupancy has been issued for the Chase Bank located on the 1st floor which is open for business and
   occupied with customers. All the other floors are nearing completion except the top 2 floors which are
   still being finished. All the floors except the 1st floor are unoccupied. The building is 25 stories tall.
   Workers are using an LPG fired heater to help cure the last of the plaster on the top floor. Is it legal to
   use this LPG heater in this building?
   A. Yes or B. No

Answer 48

9. A

Question 49

10. While enroute back to the firehouse a civilian flags down E-99 and tells them that there are two
    20 pound LPG cylinders in the grocery store across the street. Upon inspection Capt. Carter finds the
    cylinders (two 20 pound cylinders) in the rear of the grocery store. One of the cylinders is damaged
    and the other cylinder is in good condition. The store manager says they are his cylinders and that he
    was using them to cook sausage and peppers since it is customer appreciation week at the grocery
    store. The manager also states that he has an FDNY certificate of fitness for LPG and that he will go
    borrow his brother’s personal car and remove the cylinders. In this situation Capt. Carter should take
    which action listed below?
    A. Capt. Carter should let the store manager remove the cylinders since they are his and he has a
    certificate of fitness and let him remove them with his brother’s personal car.
    B. Capt. Carter should order his members to remove the cylinders from the store and then let the
    store manager remove the cylinders using his brother’s personal car.
    C. Capt. Carter should order his members to remove the cylinders from the store and have FDNY
    fleet maintenance vehicle come and remove the cylinders.
    D. Capt. Carter must call the administrative Battalion Chief and wait for the Chief’s orders before
    taking action.

Answer 49

10. C

It’s no longer fleet maintenance it Haz_Mat

Question 50

11. Capt. Carter and his men just sat down for lunch when they get a class 3 in a 20 story high rise
    fireproof multiple dwelling. E-99 and L-100 arrive and enter the lobby where building super tells them
    that the alarm panel is showing a smoke detector in the HVAC system on the roof. Lt. Hernandez and
    his members proceed to the roof to investigate and find no condition and report everything appears to
    be normal. Lt. Hernandez also tells Capt. Carter that there are yellow and red pipes running across the
    roof. Capt. Carter should know that these color coded pipes represent?
    A. Yellow = Low voltage wiring / Red = Natural Gas
    B. Yellow = Natural gas / Red = High voltage wiring
    C. Yellow = Fuel oil / Red = Low voltage wiring
    D. Yellow = High voltage wiring / Red = Fuel oil

Answer 50

11. B

Question 51

12. Under the 1968 building code parapets shall be provided on all exterior walls of buildings of
    construction class IIA, IIB, or IIC that have roof construction of combustible materials except that a
    parapet need not be provided on the exterior wall of any building that is less than ______ feet high.
    Under the 2008 code the following miscellaneous roof structures may be constructed of combustible
    material if less than 12’ high above the roof; such as antenna supports, flagpoles, clothes drying
    frames, duckboarding, decking or platforms that do not cover more than ______ percent of the
    contiguous roof area at that level.
    A. 20 / 25
    B. 25 / 20
    C. 22/ 20
    D. 20 / 22

Answer 51

12. C

Question 52

13. The main purpose for the inspection of solar installations is to verify the presence of any solar
    panels at the given address and creation of a CIDS card to identify potential hazards. Which point
    about solar (photovoltaic, PV) installations is incorrect?
    A. Solar panels vary in size but are usually about 3’ x 5’ and are usually not visible from the street
    and can often only be identified from below by a label located near the main electrical panel or a sign
    near the electrical meter.
    B. If the main power circuit to the building is shut, some of the wiring in the building may still have
    a charge from the panels on the roof or batteries. The only time a solar panel is not energized is when
    its light source is removed or the panel is covered with a light blocking material.
    C. Members should be aware that these buildings can have 3 sources of power: Con Ed, solar, and
    batteries. The fire department will always consider any solar installation energized during daylight
    hours only.
    D. A CIDS card for should have the following items included in the transmitted data section: The
    existence of a solar array, limited roof operations, location of the DC disconnect, and if a battery
    storage system exists and its location.

Answer 52

13. C

Question 53

14. Capt. Carter is preparing for BISP and realizes that it is the time of year for the holiday
    inspection program to begin. Which is the only correct point regarding the holiday inspection
    program?
    A. Holiday inspections shall be conducted between the hours 1000 and 1600 beginning on the
    Monday after Thanksgiving to December 31st of each year.
    B. Deputy Chiefs may exempt stores in which customers are accompanied by sales personnel during
    the duration of the customers visit and such stores are of the type that the amount of stock and
    customers are not greatly increased during the holiday season.
    C. For a store to be considered for and exemption, the company officer must submit a written
    request. Request must be approved by a Deputy Chief who has personally conducted and inspection of
    the store.
    D. Department and retail stores shall include department stores such as Sears, retail stores with more
    than 25 employees, or designed to accommodate more than 250 people, or have more 4000 sq/ft on all
    floors, or any retail store where combustible stock is greatly increased during the holiday season.

Answer 53

14. B

1.2 Inspections shall be conducted between the hours of 1000 and 1600 beginning on the Monday
before Thanksgiving to December 31st of each year.

1.7 For this program, department and retail stores shall include:
A. Department stores such as Macys, Sears, and similar types.
B. Retail Stores:
1. With more than 25 employees,
or
2. Designed to accommodate more than 300 persons,
or
3. Which are more than 4,000 Sq. Ft. on any one floor,
or
4. Any retail store where combustible stock is greatly increased during the holiday season,
even if none of the requirements of 1, 2 or 3 above are met. (Examples: Toy, discount,
appliance, and similar stores.)
1.8 Deputy chiefs may exempt stores in which customers are accompanied by sales personnel during the
duration of the customer’s visit and such stores are of a type that the amount of stock and the number
of customers are not greatly increased during the holiday season. (e.g. furniture sales and
showrooms).

1.10 For a store to be considered for an exemption, the company commander must submit a written
request. Request must be approved by a Battalion Chief who has personally conducted an inspection
of the store.

Question 54

15. After leaving for BISP Capt. Carter decides to inspect the 2 emergency subway exits in E-99’s
    administrative area since they were never inspected in September. While these inspection are to be
    done on Saturday and/or Sunday Capt. Carter does them during BISP because they service large hubs
    and were never inspected. At the 1st emergency exit Capt. Carter finds that the emergency exit lights
    are burnt out. At the 2nd emergency exit Capt. Carter finds that the emergency exit stairs have some
    minor rust and need to be scraped and painted but are otherwise in good condition. Which choice
    below reflects the correct action for Capt. Carter to take?
    A. Send one A8 listing both emergency exit defects directly to the public transportation unit.
    B. Call PTSU regarding the 2nd emergency exit followed by an A8 to PTSU and send an A8 to the
    administrative division regarding the 1st emergency exit.
    C. Call PTSU regarding both emergency exits as A8 are not used to report emergency exit defects.
    D. Send an A8 to the administrative division regarding the 2nd emergency exit and call PTSU
    followed by an A8 to PTSU regarding the 1st emergency exit.

Answer 54

15. D

Question 55

16. As E-99 is getting ready to leave the 2nd emergency exit a civilian approaches Capt. Carter
    and tells him that he was just down in the subway at Bundy’s shoe store, where he noticed an
    excessive amount of rubbish in the rear of the store. Upon inspection Capt. Carter finds
    excessive rubbish in the rear of the store and in the boiler room. The owner of Bundy’s, Al, tells
    the Captain that he rents the space from the transit authority. Capt. Carter issues a forthwith
    violation order to the transit authority for the removal of the rubbish. Do you agree or disagree
    with Capt. Carter’s actions?
    A. Agree or D. Disagree

Answer 55

16. B

Question 56

17. During BISP members of E-99 are discussing emergency action plans for non-fire emergencies in
    office buildings. Of the four procedures that a FS/EAPD can implement to safeguard occupants in the
    event of an emergency which is not correctly listed?
    A. Shelter in place is a precaution where building occupants are directed to remain inside the
    building, at their work locations, in response to an emergency.
    B. In-building relocation is the controlled movement of building occupants from an endangered area
    of a building to an in building relocation area within the same building in response to an emergency.
    C. Full evacuation is the emptying of a building of all building occupants in response to an
    emergency.
    D. Partial relocation is the movement of some, but not all, building occupants in response to an
    emergency.

Answer 56

17. D

Question 57

18. Just as they finish their discussion of emergency action plans in office buildings E-99 gets a run
    for a threat made by an unknown caller, to release a chemical agent in a 40 story office building. E-99
    arrives on the scene first and Capt. Carter asks the person staffing the fire command station for the BIC
    card. Capt. Carter would know he should view side _______ to get detailed information regarding
    elevators, stairways, water supplies, utilities, fire extinguishing systems and contact information. Capt.
    Carter should also know that building elevators _______ be used by building personnel during non-fire
    emergencies.
    A. 2 / may not
    B. 1 / may not
    C. 2 / may
    D. 1 / may

Answer 57

18. D

Question 58

19. E-99 is enroute to inspect a group family day care. Regarding these inspections which point
    below is correct?
    A. A family day care home is a program providing child care on a regular basis in a family residence
    for 7 to 12 children for more than 3 hours a day.
    B. A group family day care home is a program providing child care on a regular basis in a family
    residence for 3 to 6 children for more than 3 hours in a family residence.
    C. Units should be aware that this is an annual familiarization visit and will become part of the
    company’s cyclical inspection. If the day care is no longer in operation or cannot be found the officer
    shall forward an A8 to FPCU.
    D. Do not enter any family day care home or group family day care home without first obtaining
    consent from the day care provider or other adult residing on the premises.

Answer 58

19. D

2.3 A family day care home is a program providing child care on a regular basis in a family residence
(other than the children’s own home) for 3 to 6 children for more than 3 hours a day. An additional
two children who are of school age may be cared for before or after school hours. The maximum
number of children that may be cared for will be specified on the license for the family day care home.

2.4 A group family day care home is a program providing child care on a regular basis in a family
residence (other than the children’s own home) for 7 to 12 children for more than 3 hours a day. An
additional two children who are of school age may be cared for before or after school hours. The
maximum number of children that may be cared for will be specified on the license for the group family
day care home.

A) If the company has previously visited the family day care facility for familiarization, no further
action is required.
Note: Units should be aware that this is a one-time familiarization visit. It will not become
part of the company’s cyclical inspections.

Question 59

20. E-99 is now conducting a familiarization visit in a group family day care home in a private
    residence. Capt. Carter observes occupancy and egress violations, these violations are in conflict with
    the New York State Social Service Law and the fire protection regulations adopted by the New York
    State Dept. of Social Services. Regarding these violations Capt. Carter should follow which point
    below?
    A. Issue a VO (forthwith if necessary) to the person in charge of the day care.
    B. Prepare an A8 referral form and forward it to FPCU, with a copy of any child day care provider
    notification form for the facility.
    C. Call the administrative Battalion Chief and notify the Dept. of Buildings and await their
    determination as to which cause of action to take.
    D. Issue only an NOV (VO’s) or issue a summons for a more serious violation and notify the
    Battalion Chief.

Answer 59

20. B

Question 60

21. If a day care is located in a 3 story single family dwelling, children _______ be located above the
    2nd floor. If a day care is located in a fireproof building that only has one stairway that leads to ground
    level, Office of Children and Family Services _______ permit day care programs to operate on any
    floor.
    A. May not / Will
    B. May not / Will not
    C. May / Will
    D. May / Will not

Answer 60

21. A

Question 61

22. The school inspection form shall be used to record results of each day care service inspection.
    The completed form shall be forwarded to the Bureau of Fire Prevention in all but which circumstance
    listed below?
    A. The inspection was directed by the Bureau of Fire Prevention.
    B. Any change has occurred since the last inspection.
    C. Violations are found.

Answer 61

22. B

♦ A major change has occurred since the last inspection.

Question 62

23. True or False: An order to discontinue work shall be in writing and shall be issued to the
    owner or other person authorizing, supervising, or engaging in the work. Upon the issuance of
    an order to discontinue work, the cited work shall immediately cease. The FDNY can’t order all
    worked stopped at a work site, but can order specific work not in compliance with the fire code
    or the rules stopped. Only the Department of Buildings can shut down all work at a construction
    site.

Answer 62

23. True

Question 63

24. Capt. Carter and his members are in the process of issuing a violation order. Which point listed
    below is incorrect regarding violation orders?
    A. Compliance dates should fall on a scheduled AFID period. Forthwith orders and orders with one
    other compliance date may be written on the same order, however violations should be grouped to
    have a common date and/or time for compliance.
    B. The recommendation is to use separate orders when compliance times are not consistent or
    multiple violations are cited and additional space is needed on the VO. Only 7 violations are permitted
    on the violation order.
    C. If the VO is not corrected within the compliance time the officer may allow and extension if 75%
    of the required work has been completed, a progress notation shall be made on the back of the
    reinpection copy.
    D. When a situation is encountered that creates a condition, which is contrary to life and fire safety
    and the fire code does not provide a provision to adequately address the condition an order shall be
    written to correct the problem, FC 102.8 shall be cited in these situations.

Answer 63

24. B

Question 64

25. An NOV should be issued in which one of the choices listed below?
    A. If the inspecting member deems the violation to be an immediate hazard.
    B. If members find workers smoking at a construction site.
    C. To enforce New York State laws such as NYS Labor Law and NYS Multiple Dwelling law.
    D. Issued to NYC agencies to report violations of laws.

Answer 64

25. D

Question 65

26. E-99 has arrived at a taxpayer that is up for inspection. The taxpayer is comprised of 5 individual
    stores. The building is owned by Sid Fernandez, who lives in Hawaii. After inspecting the middle
    store, Dunkin Donuts, Capt. Carter finds that there are no fire extinguishers in the store. Capt. Carter
    is preparing an NOV (VC1). The NOV should be issued to?
    A. Capt. Carter should check the tenant box where it asks for the respondent and write in Dunkin
    Donuts on the line above.
    B. Give the NOV to the owner of Dunkin Donuts who is in the store. Check the owner box where it
    asks for the respondent and write his name on the line above.
    C. Give the owner of the building, Sid Fernandez, the NOV. Check the owner box and write in
    Dunkin Donuts on the line above.
    D. Give the NOV to the managing agent who manages the building, check the managing agent box,
    and write in Dunkin Donuts on the line above.

Answer 65

26. A

Question 66

27. After inspecting the Dunkin Donuts E-99 is now inspecting the Barber shop next to the Dunkin
    Donuts. As Capt. Carter is looking through the building record folder he sees an NOV that was issued
    10/10/ 2013 for electrical hazards throughout the store. As E-99 is inspecting the store there are
    electrical hazards throughout the store and there are no fire extinguishers in the store. It is apparent that
    the electrical hazards were never corrected and still exist. The owner has rented this store for the last
    10 years and was here when the NOV was issued on 10/10/2013. Capt. Carter should follow which
    point below?
    A. Issue a new NOV for electrical hazards (VC25) and lack of fire extinguishers (VC 1) with both
    violations on the same NOV. Check the repeat violation box on the NOV.
    B. Issue a new NOV for the lack of fire extinguishers (VC 1) and check the repeat violation box on
    the NOV. Issue a summons for the electrical hazards since the condition still exists.
    C. Issue and NOV for the lack of fire extinguishers (VC 1) and issue a separate NOV (VC 25) for
    the electrical hazards and check the repeat violation box.

Answer 66

27. C

Question 67

28. After an NOV is written it must be properly affixed. When members are unable to identify any
    of the persons authorized to accept the NOV within the premises, members shall affix the green and
    gold copies of the NOV to the premises itself by taping it to a conspicuous place, preferably with the
    use of masking tape. Which point below is incorrect?
    A. In a commercial premise, the following locations are recommended for taping the NOV: the door
    to the office of the buildings manager or any wall in the building’s main lobby, if one exists, preferably
    near the building’s security desk.
    B. In a multiple dwellings, the following locations are recommended for taping the NOV: the door
    to the superintendent’s office or residence, the wall near the building’s mailbox or notice board, or any
    walls in the building’s main lobby.
    C. Department personnel are strongly discouraged from affixing the NOV to the outside of the
    building. This method will be a last resort. Masking tape is the preferred method of taping an NOV to
    a wall, counter top, or desk top.
    D. Affixing an NOV to a counter top or desk top is strongly discouraged, as it may raise questions
    regarding service.

Answer 67

28. C

Question 68

29. If a respondent is cited for the same violation, at the same premises, more than once in ______
    months, this is considered a repeat violation. Not more than ______ violation(s) are to be cited on the
    NOV. Respondents have _______ days to file a certificate of correction to the Bureau of Fire
    Prevention’s Enforcement Unit.
    A. 12 / 1 / 30
    B. 12 / 7 / 35
    C. 18 / 7 / 35
    D. 18 / 1 / 30

Answer 68

29. C