Week 9 Flashcards
The wearing of ties for company officers long sleeve work/duty shirt is optional between what times?
2300-0900. Regs 29
Long sleeve work duty shirt is to be worn during what dates?
October 1st to April 30th. Regs 29
Short sleeve work duty shirt may be worn during what dates?
May 1st to September 30th. Regs 29
What specific activities can you NOT wear shorts for?
AED, Hydrants, Complaints, Public Ed Activities. Regs 29
Completion of the workplace violence report generates two copies. One is forwarded as per PA/ID 1/2011, the other copy is forwarded to whom?
Chief of Operations. Regs 30
Balloon frame construction is specifically mentioned in which two private dwelling construction types?
Straight line colonial and Queen Anne. FFP PD
At private dwelling fires, what is considered critical to a successful operation?
Control and management of the interior stairs. FFP PD 1.4
At private dwelling fires, it is acceptable to utilize the pull down type stair to access the attic?
No, use a portable ladder. FFP PD 1.4
When two secondary entrances are found adjacent to each other on the same side of a PD, which one usually runs to the second floor?
The one with the stoop. The other normally has a few steps to kitchen and also half flight leading to cellar. FFP PD 1.4
Offset windows on the exposure 2 or 4 side of a PD are indicative of what?
Windows are at the top or bottom of staircase and should not be used for VEIS. FFP PD 1.4
When a private dwelling attic might be occupied, what is the adequate height?
Approximately 7 feet. FFP PD 2 2.4
T/F Balloon frame construction lacks fire stopping between floors on interior walls.
False. Exterior walls. FT Note Might be an interior wall if there were extensions added to the house. FFP PD 2.6
Windows with sills that are approximately chest high may require what size drop to floor level?
5-6 feet. FFP PD 2 2.7
When giving the 10-75 for a PD fire, what information must be transmitted if it can be determined?
If the roof is flat or peaked. FFP PD 2 2.8
T/F The awning over a PD front porch can be used for operations.
False, should not be used. FFP PD 2 Photo 2.7
When arriving at a PD fire, what should the engine company that is going to backstretch consider?
Dropping two handlines in front of building. FFP PD 3 1.3
What is the primary consideration in the placement of the first hoseline for access to a fire in a PD cellar?
Via the entrance door that provides the quickest access to the fire area. FFP PD 3 1.7
Since many PD fires originate in the cellar, what are three things specifically mentioned as a possible source of fire origin?
Gas/Oil fired boiler for heat or hot water. Electrical service panel boxes, and kitchen stoves in cellar apartments. FFP PD 2.1
What are the following an indication of?
- Smoke venting from cellar window.
- Smoke pushing from chimney
- High heat heavy smoke no visible fire 1st fl
- Very hot floorboards on 1st fl
- Smoke from attic windows or louvered vents
Cellar fire in a PD. FFP PD 2.2
What are the following an indication of?
- TIC showing heat waves emanating across first floor ceiling.
- Smoke showing significant force and speed under pressure.
Cellar fire, interior cellar entrance door is open. FFP PD 2.5
What are the following possible criteria for?
- Unable to quickly access or locate secondary entrance/unable to advance down interior cellar stair.
- Unable to locate any cellar entrance.
- Serious or advanced cellar fire.
- Cellar fire involving lightweight construction.
Examples where IC should order exterior hoseline operated into a cellar window to allow for quick knockdown. FFP PD 2.6
In detached and semi attached PD’s, which entrance usually provides the quickest access to the cellar?
Secondary entrance found on the side or rear of the dwelling. FFP PD 2.7.1
What is the least desirable entrance to choose for access to a cellar fire?
Bilco door. FFP PD 2.7.1
The following factors would indicate what?
- High heat condition at top of cellar stairs.
- Questionable stability of cellar stairway.
- Initial size up indicating a serious fire condition.
Would preclude the descent of the first hoseline down the interior cellar stairs. FFP PD 2.7.2
What is the paramount concern when making the decision to advance down the interior cellar stairs?
The safety of the members. FFP PD 2.7.2
As the ABC, if you want to order the first hoseline repositioned to a secondary entrance, what must you consider?
Is another hoseline available on scene.
Is re positioning the hoseline necessary to save or protect life.
Will any further delay in the application of water severely expose an adjoining property. FFP PD 2.7.4
When the decision has been made to reposition the first hoseline off the first floor, what must the IC do?
Give an urgent message utilizing the EAB and alert members operating on the interior. Ladder members on first floor withdrawn before hoseline moves. Upper floors withdrawn to safe area if no portables are in position and readily available. FFP PD 2.7.4
At an upper floor fire in a PD, what must members do before committing the first hoseline?
Ensure fire did not start on a lower floor or in the cellar. FFP PD 4.1
Upon arrival at a fully involved PD, what should you consider?
2 1/2 hoseline for faster knock down, greater reach of stream, increased volume of water and increased exposure protection. FFP PD 5.3
What additional scenarios should warrant consideration of a 2 1//2 line at a PD fire?
Wind impacted fire or heavily involved first floor fire at a larger style Queen Anne type. FFP PD 5.3
When operating a hoseline to extinguish fire on the exterior of a PD, units should do what?
Sweep the stream across the face of the building, starting at the top, so the water cascades down the exterior. FFP PD 6.3
When entering a room from a window (PD), the door to the room being searched shall be kept closed until when?
The main body of fire has been extinguished. FFP PD 2.2
If more than one occupant is found on an upper floor at a PD fire, what is the primary function of the engine company?
Protect the interior stairs. FFP PD 2.4
How can a quick determination be made as to whether a structure of balloon or braced frame construction?
Remove a baseboard on an exterior wall and check for the presence of a sole plate. If none found treat as balloon. FFP PD 3.1
Ribbon ledger board would be found in which construction type?
Balloon frame. FFP PD Figure 4.1
Which unit ensures roof ventilation at a flat roof PD fire?
Second ladder to arrive. FFP PD 4
Which unit is responsible for utilities at a PD fire?
Second ladder to arrive. FFP PD 4
At PD fires, the entrance door shall be controlled until when?
Fire area can be further isolated or a charged hoseline is advancing through the door to extinguish fire. FFP PD 5.1
PD Portable Ladders - First Roof/OV Team tool assignment and position.
Portable ladder, 6’ halligan hook and/or halligan each member. Position: as determined by probably life hazard on an upper floor. FFP PD 5.2A
PD Portable Ladders - FIrst LCC tool assignment and position.
Tools as needed and appropriate size ladder to reach upper floors. Position, front or side. (Porch or garage roof that provides access to upper floor window is first choice) FFP PD 5.2B
PD AL Operations - First Roof/OV Team tool assignment and position.
6’ halligan hook and/or halligan for each member. Operate from the aerial. Conduct perimeter survey first. FFP PD 5.3 A
PD AL Operations - First LCC tool assignment and position.
Tools as needed, at the turntable. FFP PD 5.3 B
At a PD fire, when can the first LCC leave the turntable?
Fire has been controlled and the members inside the building are not in immediate danger that would require the use of the AL. FFP PD 5.3 B
PD TL Operations - First Roof/OV Team tool assignment and position.
6’ halligan hook and or halligan each. Operate from the bucket. Conduct perimeter survey first, unless rescue indicated on arrival. FFP PD 5.4 A
PD TL Operations - First LCC tool assignment and position.
Tools as necessary and positioned at the turntable. FFP PD 5.4 B
PD Portable Operations - Second Ladder Roof/OV Team tool assignment and position.
Portable ladder, 6’ Halligan hook and or halligan. Conduct outside survey and VEIS area not covered by first arriving outside team. FFP PD 5.6
PD Portable Operations - Second Ladder LCC tool assignment and position.
Tools as necessary, Team up with first LCC and VEIS upper floor. FFP PP 5.6
PD AL Operations - Second Ladder Roof/OV Team tool assignment and position.
6’ halligan hook and halligan for each member, or portable ladder if necessary. If first arriving Roof/OV team using aerial, operate from portables. FFP PD 5.7
PD AL Operations - Second Ladder LCC tool assignment and position.
Tools as necessary, position at the turntable. If not using his rig contact first LCC to determine if assistance is required. FFP PD 5.7
PD TL Operations - Second Ladder Roof/OV Team tool assignment and position.
6’ halligan hook and halligan for each member, portable ladder if necessary. FFP PD 5.8
PD TL Operations - Second Ladder LCC tool assignment and position.
Tools as necessary, position at the turntable. If not using his rig contact first LCC to determine if assistance is required. FFP PD 5.8
Order of preference for Peaked Roof PD roof access.
TAP. Tower, Aerial, Portable. FFP PD 6.1
What is preferred position of TL for roof access to a peaked roof PD?
Parallel to front of building so basket can be placed over the corner of the building near the peak of the roof. Cover two sides. FFP PD 6.2
Second option for TL roof access to peaked roof PD?
Basket to valley area where a hook ladder can be used to reach the peak. FFP PD 6.2
Putting aerial ladder to peaked roof private dwelling.
Extend ladder at least 5’ above and to one side of peak. FFP PD 6.2
Second option for AL roof access to peaked roof PD?
Position in the valley area where a hook ladder can be used to reach the peak. FFP PD 6.2
Size of initial vent hole peaked roof PD?
Limited by members reach usually 2x3 FFP PD 6.3
What size hook should be brought to the roof to push down ceiling on the top floor after roof hole has been cut at a PD fire?
6’ hook. FFP PD 6.3
What size hook should be brought to the roof to push down ceiling of a Queen Anne after ceiling has been cut?
10’ hook. FFP PD 6.3
Tool assignment First Roof flat roof PD.
Halligan, 6’ halligan hook and LSR. (LSR when delay in laddering rear and/or height of building requires LSR) FFP PD 7
If conditions negate use of AL, TL or portable ladder, what is another option to gain roof access for flat roof PD?
Scissor ladder to similar uninvolved attached exposure to gain access via scuttle. FFP PD 7
When roof man notes trapped occupant at flat roof PD, who does he notify?
Ladder company officer via HT, acknowledgment must be received. FFP PD 7
What steps must roofman take to vent skylight at flat roof PD?
Request permission from Ladder officer OR hear transmission re door control and charged line advancing into fire area. Break small pane, then notify units via HT. FFP PD 7
Tool assignment First OV flat roof PD
Halligan and/or 6’ hook and portable ladder. FFP PD 7
Tool assignment Second Roof flat roof PD
6’ Halligan Hook and saw. FFP PD 7
Tool assignment Second OV flat roof PD
Portable ladder, halligan and/or 6’ hook. FFP PD 7