WEEK 9 Flashcards
PART I - MANAGING MEMBERS IN DISTRESS
1. BC Question - E99 and LI00 are responding to a phone alarm for a report of an alarm
ringing in a private dwelling. Upon arrival fire is blowing out one window on the 2
nd floor of the
2 story private dwelling. Capt. Kanden of LI 00 transmits a 10-75 and proceeds to the front door
of the dwelling with his inside team. Lt. Corrpez of E99 orders his members to start a 1 %” line
to the front of the house. The roof firefighter proceeds to the roof, the LCC is in the front setting
up the tower ladder, and the OV has made his way to the rear of the building. When the OV gets
to the rear he sees a victim at a window on the second floor. The victim then falls to the floor
inside the window as he is overcome by smoke. The OV immediately puts up a ladder, notifies
his captain, and enters the building alone to make the rescue of the victim. While the OV is
rescuing the victim the LCC starts to make his way to the rear but when he arrives the OV is
already bringing the victim down the ladder. The OV transmits a 10-45 to the IC, B99, who has
now arrived on the scene. After the rescue the fire is quickly extinguished, searches were
conducted, and operations are concluded. The Deputy Chief, D9, never arrived as they were
involved in an accident enroute to the scene. At this incident, who is responsible to complete a
report since the OV entered the building alone to address a known life hazard? This report must
be sent to whom? MMID Chapter 1 1.4
A. The Captain of L100 / Chief of the Department.
B. The BC in B99 / Chief of Operations.
C. The Captain of LI 00 / Chief of Operations.
D. The BC in B99 / Chief of Department.
B
- When an understaffed Engine or Ladder Company, a unit staffed with less than 4
firefighters, is the only unit on the scene, the company shall take a defensive position. However,
if a known life hazard is discovered and immediate action could prevent the loss of life,
appropriate action (rescue activity) may be taken by an individual member. This applies only for
a known life hazard, not for standard search and rescue activity. E99 is understaffed and has just
arrived at a fire on the 1
st
floor of a 3 story multiple dwelling. There is no indication of a life
hazard, however the 1
st
floor hallway and stairway is charged with smoke. E99, the only unit on
the scene, would be correct to take all but which of the actions listed below?
MMID Ch. 1 2.1
A. Check and hook up to a hydrant.
B. Conduct a size up of the scene.
C. Transmit the appropriate radio signals.
D. Position and raise a portable ladder.
E. Stretch a hoseline to the hallway on the 1st
floor near the entrance to the fire apartmen
E
- A Safety Team must be available at all times and shall normally be made up of the Backup
and Control firefighters of the second arriving engine. However, there will be times when entry
into an IDLH atmosphere is necessary prior to the arrival of the first two engine companies.
Listed below are four different situations where units operated alone at fires prior to the arrival of
the 1
st
two Engine companies and the FAST Unit. Which safety team was composed of the
wrong members? MMID Ch. 1 2.1.1
A. The Officer of LI00, staffed with 5 firefighters, designated the safety team as the LCC and
the Roof Firefighter.
B. The Officer of L99, staffed with 4 firefighters, designated the safety team as the LCC and
the Roof firefighter.
C. The Officer of E99, staffed with 5 firefighters, designated the safety team as the Control
and Door firefighters.
D. The Officers of E98 and L101, both staffed with 5 firefighters, designated the safety team
as the Control firefighter and the LCC.
A
- BC Question - BC Bongino is working a day tour in B99 and responded to two fires at
which he was the 1
st due Chief. At which fire(s) did BC Bongino not operate in accordance with
FDNY procedures? 2.2, 2.3
Fire I: The fire started in the kitchen on the 1st floor of a 2 story private dwelling, was quickly
extinguished, and there was no extension. The 1st due truck called for relief and the
FAST Unit Officer told BC Bongino that they were ready to go. BC Bongino special
called an additional truck and ordered the FAST Unit to continue to operate as the
FAST unit since the fire was not yet declared under control.
Fire 2: The fire started in a rear bedroom of apartment 2A on the 2nd floor of a 3 story MD.
The fire was quickly extinguished and there was no extension. When the FAST Unit
arrived, they informed BC Bongino that they were staffed with 4 firefighters. BC
Bongino immediately called for an additional FAST truck to replace the original FAST
unit since that unit was not fully staffed.
A. BC Bongino operated correctly at both fires.
B. BC Bongino operated incorrectly at both fires.
C. BC Bongino operated incorrectly at Fire 1 only.
D. BC Bongino operated incorrectly at Fire 2 only.
D
- The purpose of the Firefighter Assist and Search Team (FAST) is to be immediately
available to assist a member who becomes trapped, distressed, or involved in other serious life
threatening situations. Which point about the FAST unit is not correct? 2.1, 3
A. The dispatcher shall allocate a ladder company which shall be designated as the FAST
Unit, upon transmission of signals 10-60, 10-66, 10-75, 10-76, and 10-77. The dispatcher will
notify the assigned unit that it is designated as the FAST Unit and notify the IC of the identity of
the responding FAST Unit.
B. Upon arrival, the FAST unit officer shall verify that the IC is aware of the unit’s presence
and designation as the FAST unit. If assigned by the IC to other than FAST duties, the FAST
officer shall REMIND the IC of their FAST designation.
C. The FAST Unit shall report to and stage near the Incident Command Post (ICP), within
visual contact, at a position from which they can be readily deployed. An EFAS trained member
of the FAST Unit shall report to a Division vehicle on the scene to monitor the EFAS and the
FAST Radio.
D. The FAST officer should bring an up to date copy of the response ticket to the ICP which
would include any CIDS information that is available. The officer of the FAST Unit shall
announce their arrival on the scene over the handie-talkie and report to the ICP, unless otherwise
directed by the IC.
C
- LI 00 was operating as the FAST unit at a fire on the 2
nd floor of a 2 story private dwelling
when they were deployed to help remove the control firefighter from the 1
st due Engine, E99.
The control firefighter slipped and fell on the staircase leading to the second floor and may have
broken his ankle. Which transmission given by members of the FAST unit, LI 00, was incorrect?
4.3, 4.4
A.
“LI 00 FAST to Command, we are at the location of the downed firefighter”
.
B.
“L100 FAST Roof to L100 FAST, I have the FAST Pak ready if you need it”
.
C.
“LI00 FAST to E99, we have your control firefighter and are removing him now”
D.
“LI00 FAST OV to command, be advised there is still fire blowing out 1 window in the
REAR
B
- In addition to the normally assigned ladder company tools, the FAST Unit shall report to
the ICP, in all situations, with all of the following equipment except which one? 8
A. Life Saving Rope and the Life Belt.
B. FAST Pak.
C. Pak-Tracker.
D. Stokes Basket with long backboard.
E. Search Rope
A
- All members of the FAST Unit should be fully prepared to operate upon arrival and must
be ready for immediate deployment as directed by the IC. Which point about the operation of
the FAST unit is incorrect? 5.1, 5.2
A. A member must be assigned the FAST Pak and is responsible to manage the air supply of
the distressed member, if needed.
B. If a member is EFAS trained, upon arrival, he/she must report to the Battalion vehicle
being used to monitor EFAS. This FAST Unit member shall remain in the Battalion vehicle and
monitor both EFAS and the Battalion’s FAST Radio for the duration of the incident, even if the
FAST Unit is given an assignment.
C. If a member is not EFAS trained, upon arrival, he/she must report to the Battalion vehicle
on scene to monitor both EFAS and the FAST Radio Board. This FAST Unit member shall
remain in the Battalion vehicle and monitor both EFAS and the Battalion’s FAST Radio for the
duration of the incident, unless the FAST Unit is given an assignment.
D. A survey of the fire building should be done by the FAST unit to determine the following:
Access for portable ladders, presence of fire escapes and party wall balconies, the type and
location of stairs and elevators, and any obstructions that would hinder access to any side of the
structure.
C
- During a drill at the Rock regarding FAST unit operations, members of LI00 made the
following three points and were correct in all but which?
A. When the FAST Unit operation requires the use of a ladder, avoid repositioning ladders
already in place against a fire building unless it is a life threatening situation and a notification is
made to the members operating in that area. Ladders in place may be providing a means of
egress for operating firefighters.
B. When the FAST Unit arrives at the location of the distressed member, the transmitting
member of the FAST Unit shall depress the EAB on the downed member’s handie-talkie. This
will identify the member of the FAST Unit transmitting the emergency message on EFAS and
the FAST Radio and will also ensure the message is transmitted at the maximum wattage.
C. When the FAST unit arrives at the location of a downed member they should assess fire,
air, immediate medical care, and removal.
D. The FAST Unit shall remain intact and not split up when dealing with large commercial or
complex buildings.
B
- Which suffix designations listed below are correctly indicated? (More than one correct).
Comm. Man. Ch. 2, 2.12.3
A.
“K” indicates Rescue Task Force on a 10-66 signal.
B.
“G” indicates FAST Group Supervisor.
C.
“L” indicates Firefighter Locator Officer.
D.
“S” indicates Staging Area Manager assigned on a 10-66.
B
- When a member needs to be rescued, all other members on the scene must be well versed
in the proper use, care, and limitations of the equipment used to rescue the downed member.
Which point below is not entirely correct about this lifesaving equipment? MMID Ch. 3
Add 2 and 3
A. The DRD can be deployed to assist in the removal of a non-ambulatory injured or
unconscious member. The DRD is designed for horizontal drags and can be used to pull
members up a stairway.
B. Nylon tubular webbing comes in 20’ lengths, has a breaking strength 4000 lbs., has a
knotted breaking strength 3000 lbs., and must be made into a continuous loop before use by
using a water knot.
C. Nylon tubular webbing shall only be used for dragging victims; no vertical lifts should be
attempted. Each Officer and member will be issued a length of webbing which will become part
of the member’s personal equipment.
D. To requisition replacement lengths of webbing the Officer on Duty should forward an RT-2
to the tool room. The webbing can be cleaned with mild soap and water, allowed to dry naturally
avoiding direct sunlight, and should be inspected monthly and after each use.
A
- When a mayday is transmitted for a firefighter that is lost, missing, trapped, or in distress
time will not be on your side. This is why it is essential that units follow department procedures
regarding firefighter removal. Which point about firefighter removal is not correct?
MMID Ch.3, 2.1, 3.1, 4.1, 5.3
A. It is important to emphasize that the operating units continue to fight the fire when a
mayday/urgent is transmitted for a distressed firefighter. The abandonment of Engine or Ladder
company operations places the trapped member and the rescuing firefighters in severe danger.
B. The Company Officer of the FAST unit should never get physically involved in the
firefighter removal operation. It is the responsibility of the officer to supervise the operation and
keep the members focused with the job at hand.
C. When the member has been located, the appropriate radio transmissions must be made.
Whether or not the removal involves a conscious or unconscious member, the priorities will be
fire/environment, air, immediate medical care, and removal.
D. It is important to transmit a clear and concise message with the appropriate information.
An unclear message will only cause confusion and delays. When wearing the facepiece, the
microphone must be placed directly on the voicemitter.
B
- Lt. Beck is working a day tour in L100 and has just arrived with his unit at a fire on the 1
st
floor of a 2 story flat roof private dwelling. LI 00 is the FAST unit and after reporting into the
command post they hear a mayday from the Irons FF from L99. The member who gave the
mayday says he is having chest pains and can’t walk out of the building. The IC quickly deploys
LI00 to go remove the Irons FF from L99. Lt. Beck and his can FF quickly locate the Irons FF
from L99 and begin to assess his condition. Lt. Beck calls the other members of his FAST Team
and says they just need the Stokes Basket and removal will be quick. The Roof FF from LI 00
calls Lt. Beck and asks if he wants the FAST Pak in addition to the Stokes Basket. Lt. Beck says
they only need the Stokes Basket as the Irons FF from L99 has plenty of air left in his cylinder.
Do you agree or disagree with Lt. Beck’s actions at this fire?
A. Agree or D. Disagree
D
- When members arrive at the location of a downed firefighter it is of critical importance to
determine if the member has air or not. Listed below are four ways to determine if the
unconscious member has air or not. Which two are not described correctly? (More than one
correct). MMID Ch. 3, 7.6
A. Turn the purge valve. If there is air, the flow will be heard.
B. If the facepiece is on, remove the regulator from the facepiece and listen for air escaping.
C. Look at the remote gauge of the downed member.
D. Look at the cylinder gauge of the downed member.
B
- Members of LI00 were drilling on firefighter removal and made the following points.
Which was the only correct point made at this drill? MMID Ch. 3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.7, 7.9
A. Members in distress should not remove their facepiece unless their air supply is depleted.
B. It is a good practice to use the facepiece with the FAST Pak as the member’s facepiece may
be damaged.
C. Air may be supplied to the member through the use of the low pressure system by one of
the following methods: FAST Pak regulator with the member’s facepiece, Hansen fitting of the
low pressure hose, or the FAST Pak facepiece and regulator.
D. The UAC is for emergency use only when a member is low or out of air within an IDLH.
If the condition of the distressed member’s SCBA is in doubt use caution when providing air via
the high pressure system.
C
- Once a member is distress is located and the proper radio transmissions have been made,
the member needs to be properly identified to ensure it is the member originally reported in
distress. Which point about identifying a member is incorrect? MMID Ch. 3, 10
A. If the member is unconscious, positioning him/her on their left side as this will provide
access to the member’s name on back of their bunker coat and the PRA ID number on the mask.
B. If the member is unconscious, depress the EAB of the member in distress if possible. The
activation of the distressed member’s EAB will identify them in EFAS. Notify the 1C via handie�talkie prior to EAB activation of the distressed member.
C. If the member is unconscious, and you are unable to activate the distressed member’s EAB,
key the mic on the distressed member’s handie-talkie to obtain their identity in EFAS.
D. To accurately identify the distressed member by the use of the Pak-Tracker and EFAS, it is
imperative that all members ensure that both the SCBA and the handie-talkie coincide with their
assigned position.
A
- Members should be familiar with the proper packaging techniques and basic removal
methods so that in the event of a downed member, removal can be accomplished quickly and
efficiently. Which point about firefighter removal is not correct? MMID Ch. 3,
A. When an unconscious firefighter is found, it is more effective to attempt a quick removal of
the member rather than get involved in the slower work of packaging the firefighter.
B. If possible, position the member so that their back is facing toward the direction of removal
prior to starting the packaging process.
C. An operating member/unit that locates and starts the packaging process of the distressed
member will most likely will be fatigued and have a diminished air supply. Turning the operation
over to the dedicated FAST Unit upon their arrival will facilitate the timely removal of the
distressed member.
D. Packaging a conscious member is not always required for removal. In most situations,
packaging an unconscious member will be required for removal. The method used to package
the member will be determined by the type and the degree of difficulty involved in the removal.
A
- Members of LI00 were conducting a drill in quarters which involved removing a downed
firefighter. In the scenario, the downed firefighter was located at the bottom of the basement
stairs and needs to be brought up and out of the basement. In order to make the drill more
realistic, Lt. Smith had one of his firefighters lie at the bottom of the stairs and act as the downed
/ unconscious firefighter. Lt. Smith told his firefighter to don all of his PPE and get a mask off
the rig to use in the drill. The firefighter returned in his gear and a mask from LI00 and the
members did the drill. After the drill the firefighter who was acting as the downed / unconscious
firefighter showed the proby how to repack the DRD since the members used it to assist in
carrying him up the stairs. Did the members follow FDNY procedure in conducting this drill?
MMID Ch. 2, Addendum 2, Ch. 3, Addendum 2
A. Agree or D. Disagree
D
- BC Question - An Incident Commander (IC) must manage the emergency incident to
which they are assigned. The IC must develop strategies and tactics to stabilize and eventually
control the emergency. Which action(s) taken by the IC is/are not correct? (More than one
incorrect) MMID Ch. 4, 2.3, 3.2, 7.1, 7.2
A. The IC shall immediately notify the dispatcher when the FAST unit is being put to work
and request a replacement FAST unit. The IC shall also announce over the handie-talkie tactical
channel, that the FAST unit has been assigned to address the member in distress and all units
shall continue with their present assignment.
B. The IC shall announce the FAST unit’s arrival and identity over the handie-talkie at the
scene. On receipt of this announcement, the members performing the duties of the Safety Team
shall return to their original assignments.
C. When a mayday/urgent has been transmitted for a member in distress, the IC shall
immediately acknowledge the mayday/urgent transmission. Additionally, the identity of the
member transmitting the message should be verified by the member assigned to monitor EFAS.
D. The FAST unit shall not be returned to service prior to their arrival on the scene unless the
incident is placed “Under Control”
. The FAST unit shall not be used to provide relief for
operating units until the fire has been declared “Probably Will Hold”.
C
- BC Question - BC Knowitall is working a day tour and is operating as the IC at a fire on
the 3
rd
floor of a 5 story MD. The fire was in apartment 3B and contained to the kitchen and
living room. BC Knowitall transmitted a 10-75 and shortly thereafter the all hands. After the
fire was knocked down and the primary searches were completed, the Officer from the 1
st due
truck calls BC Knowitall and asks for relief. BC Knowitall orders the FAST Unit to go ahead
and relieve the 1
st due truck and then calls for an additional truck to replace the FAST Unit. DC
Jones has now arrived on the scene and is very upset with BC Knowitall since he ordered the
FAST Unit to work prior to the fire being placed under control. In this situation which action
below must now be taken? MMID Ch. 4, 8.1
A. BC Knowitall must forward a report to the Chief of Department and notify the respective
Borough Commander or Command Chief immediately after the incident is “Under Control”
.
B. DC Jones must forward a report to the Chief of Operations and notify the respective
Borough Commander or Command Chief immediately after the incident is “Under Control”
.
C. BC Knowitall must forward a report to the Chief of Operations and DC Jones must notify
the respective Borough Commander or Command Chief immediately after the incident is “Under
Control”
.
D. BC Knowitall must forward a report to the Chief of Department and DC Jones must notify
the respective Borough Commander or Command Chief immediately after the incident is “Under
Control”
C
- FF Harris, who is not the sharpest tool in the shed, was drilling with the two new probys
assigned to his company. FF Harris made the following three points:
Point 1: If the FAST Pak is not with you when you encounter a downed firefighter, await the
arrival of the FAST Pak before starting removal procedures.
Point 2: Once an unconscious member is supplied with air, turn the purge valve fully open to
allow a constant flow of air.
Point 3: Once clear of the IDLH environment, stop and assess the medical needs of the
distressed member. Address situations that are immediately life threatening.
Which points are not correct? MMID Ch. 3, 7.8, 7.9, 8.1
A. All are incorrect.
B. 1 and 2 are incorrect.
C. 2 and 3 are incorrect.
D. All are correct.
E. 1 and 3 are incorrect.
B
- When a decision has been made to convert a downed member’s SCBA into a harness, it is
beneficial to move the firefighter to a sitting position providing we do not suspect any type of
spinal injury. Once in a sitting position, rotate the member, if possible, so that their back is
facing toward the direction of removal. All of the following are benefits of moving the
firefighter to a sitting position except for which one? MMID Add. 1, 2.1
A. It will be easier for SOC units to locate the Schrader fitting.
B. It will allow full control over the distressed member. This will help prevent members not
assigned to the removal process from moving the distressed member prior to the completion of
the packaging.
C. It reduces the member’s size in half, which will be beneficial in tight locations.
D. Allows easier access to the SCBA low pressure hose, facepiece, and both shoulder and
waist straps.
A
- In order to implement HT channel 16 for a FAST Group, a communication plan must be
established. This plan will allow communications to continue on the fireground without
hampering fire operations and firefighter rescue operations. From the choices below please
indicate which members were not on the correct channels during a FAST Group operation.
MMID Ch. 5, Add. 1
A. FF Removal Officer (Rescue Battalion Chief) on Channel 16. - FF Removal Officer’s Aide
on Channel 1.
B. FF Locator Officer (Battalion Chief) on Channel 16. - FF Locator’s Officer’s Aide on
Channel I.
C. FAST Unit on Channel 16. - FF assigned the FAST Radio on Channel 1.
D. FAST Group Supervisor on Channel 2. - FAST Group Supervisor’s Aide on Channel 16.
D
- BC Question - All hands with an extra Engine and Truck are working at a fire in a 1 story
100’ x 50’ taxpayer. BC Knowitall is in command and the all hands Chief, BC Wiggum, is
commanding operations inside the taxpayer. The Deputy is still enroute and has not yet arrived
on the scene. Things seem to be progressing well when all of a sudden the Can Firefighter from
the 1
st due Truck transmits a mayday and says that the drop ceiling collapsed and that he is
trapped. BC Knowitall immediately deploys the FAST Unit to assist the trapped firefighter. The
trapped firefighter tells BC Knowitall that he has
3A of a tank of air and that he is about 15’ from
the front door. The 1
st due Engine also calls command and tells BC Knowitall that they have
water on the fire and should have the fire knocked down shortly. Rescue 7, the FAST Unit, and
BC Wiggum are at the location of the trapped firefighter and are in the process of removing him.
The trapped firefighter has a laceration on his forehead from where the helmet dug into it when
the ceiling fell, other than that he is not injured. BC Wiggum calls BC Knowitall and tells him
that they should have the firefighter removed in about 3 minutes. BC Wiggum then asks BC
Knowitall “Did you transmit a 10-66?” BC Knowitall would be correct to answer BC Wiggum
how? MMIDCh. 5,1.2
A.
“I did not transmit a 10-66 because I don’t think it’s necessary in this situation”.
B.
“Yes I transmitted a 10-66 since the firefighter is trapped and this signal must be
transmitted when a member is trapped”.
A
- During a recent day tour Lt. Levine, LI00, and his members were listening to the radio and
monitoring operations at a fire in a 2 !4 story private dwelling when they hear the IC transmit a
10-66 for a member who is lost. The dispatcher notifies the IC that the full 2
nd alarm has been
transmitted and the additional units on the 10-66 have also been dispatched. With that
transmission LI00 gets a ticket to respond and is assigned as the 2
nd due truck on the second
alarm. Which unit(s) listed below should report to and remain at the staging area until ordered to
the scene? (More than one correct). MMID Ch. 5, 3.3
A. LI 00, 2nd due truck on the 2nd alarm.
B. LI01, the additional FAST Unit.
C. E99, the CFR-D Engine.
D. E98, the 1st
due Engine on the 2nd alarm.
E. Rescue 7, the Rescue Co. that is part of the Rescue Task Force.
A
- When a member(s) who were the subject of a 10-66 are located and removed to a safe area
we must follow certain procedures regarding the mayday and the 10-66 signal. Which choice
below is correct? MMID Ch. 5, 4.3, 4.4
A. When the distressed member is removed the Mayday should be cancelled and the 10-66
signal resolved.
B. When the distressed member is in a safe area and adequate resources are on the scene to
treat and remove the member, the Mayday should be cancelled and the 10-66 signal resolved.
C. When the distressed member is removed the Mayday should be resolved and the 10-66
signal cancelled.
D. When the distressed member is in a safe area and adequate resources are on the scene to
treat and remove the member, the Mayday should be resolved and the 10-66 signal cancelled.
D
- The FAST Group should be under the direct supervision of a Chief Officer who has no
other duties and will be designated as the “FAST Group Supervisor”
. Any available chief on the
scene may be assigned to this position. The FAST Group Supervisor shall coordinate and
control all search, rescue, removal, and medical treatment of the affected member. If a Chief
Officer is not initially available to be the FAST Group Supervisor, which Officer(s) listed below
can fulfill this function until the arrival of a Chief Officer? (More than one correct.)
MMID Ch. 5, 2.2.3
A. The Officer of LI 00 who’s unit is standing fast awaiting an assignment.
B. The Officer of E99 who’s unit is standing fast awaiting an assignment.
C. The Officer of a Rescue Co. operating at the scene.
D. The Officer of a Squad Co. operating at the scene.
E. The Officer of L101 who’s unit is a SOC Support Ladder Co.
C