A/O Questions Flashcards by Brian Ginell

According to the MOPS Volume I 1/3-80.30, what are the primary duties of an Apparatus Operator?

A. Driving and maintaining assigned apparatus; operating aerial ladders and small capacity pumps; if apparatus is not used, assisting in other fire fighting duties.
B. Preventive maintenance on apparatus and equipment; instructing other members in the theory and operation of apparatus; fire prevention activities; assisting in maintenance of quarters and equipment

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According to Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, LCES, the Department recognized that there are 3 additional direct causes of firefighter injury or death in the wildland and added these to LCES. The
3 additional considerations are:

Location, Communications, and Safety Equipment

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According to the MOPS Volume 1, what sets forth the policies and procedures of the Department as directed by the Fire Chief?

Manual of Operation

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According to Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, the “EVACUATION SIGNAL” will consist of repeated short blasts of the air horn for a period
no longer than 10 seconds, followed by 10 seconds of silence. This sequence of air horn blasts for 10 seconds followed by a 10-second period of silence will be done __ times; total air horn evacuation signal including periods of silence will last __ seconds.

3; 50

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According to the MOPS Volume I 0/3-10.40, For The maintenance of the Library, members from which sections/bureaus will maintain information posted to the Intranet and placed in the Library?

Administrative Services Bureau
Management Information Section
Planning Section

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According to the MOPS Volume 1, 0/3-55.03, Official Notices shall be retained ______, at which point they may be removed from view on the Intranet.

until usefulness has passed

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According to the MOPS Volume 1,0/3-17.01, who sets forth the rules and regulations governing members of the LAFD?

Board of Fire Commissioners

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According to the MOPS Volume 1, 0/3-51.03, Special Notices are retained on the Intranet for ______ and provide a historical journal of changes to the Library.

forever

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According to the MOPS Volume 1, 0/3-68.50, a Training Bulletin to all members is issued by which section and posted on the Intranet under the Training Bulletin tab?

In-Service Training Section

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According to the MOPS Volume 1, 1/0-04.00, what are goals #1-7 of the Department?

Deliver exceptional public safety and emergency service
Promote a safe, healthy, and progressive work environment that effectively manages personal and organizational risk
Commit to an organizational culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Improve collaboration, participative leadership, and responsible performance management
Foster personal growth, professional development, and organizational succession
Explore, implement, and integrate technological innovations and advancements
Enhance community resilience, disaster recovery capabilities and environmental sustainability

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According to the MOPS Volume 1, 1/0-25.01, a civilian Board of Commissioners, consisting of __ members, each appointed for __-year terms, is the _________.

5;
5;
“Head of the Department”

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According to Bk #101 Rapid Intervention Company, when you are assigned RIC at an incident and in the “DEPLOYMENT MODE” (immediate rescue) the following radio channels should be monitored:

Rescue Channel (assigned by IC)
Emergency Channel 6 and/or Incident Tactical Channel

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According to TB 012 Automatic Sprinkler System, a junior system is a loop of copper tubing __ to __ with sprinklers ranging in size from ___ to ___

3/4” to 1”;
1/4” to 3/8”

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According to TB 012 Automatic Sprinkler System, junior system sprinklers are distinguished by a _____ extending beyond the center of
the deflector. (For identification purposes only.)

pintle

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According to the MOPS Volume 1, 0/3-50.05, the information contained in the body of any _______ shall not be used as the basis for writing test questions for promotional exams.

Notice

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According to the MOPS Volume 1 0/3-50.05, the information contained in attachments to Special Notices MAY form the basis for promotional
exam test questions if

the information has been included in the Library

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According to the MOPS Volume 1 0/3-85.01, all reports and records are standardized. Each time a report or record is required, members should assume that a special procedure is involved and refer to:

“Reports and Records” Category
9/0-00.00

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According to the MOPS Volume 1 0/3-60.05, where shall members wishing to post an Unofficial Notice send the text of the notice to have the notice posted to the Intranet?

Their respective Operations Office
Community Liaison Office
OR Planning Section

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According to TB 012 Automatic Sprinkler System, a “Junior System” is an inexpensive protection for light hazard occupancies where not over __ sprinklers are likely to operate.

3 or 4

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According to TB 003 Type IV Buildings-Aluminum, aluminum has a melting point of approximately ____ degrees, a temperature which can be expected in about __ minutes.

1300;
10

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According to TB 003 Type IV Buildings - Aluminum; Roof and Sides with corrugated sheet aluminum and laid over framework of steel pipe. What
size is the aluminum sheets?

26” wide x 10’ long

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According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, extremely high voltage is in excess of _____ volts.

60,000

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According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, what is the main fire hazard in an electrical vault?

Cooling oil used in transformers

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According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, how far and how high have manhole covers been blown away?

125’ away;
75’ high

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According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, how often does LADWP test the rubber gauntlet gloves and at how many volts?

Every 60 days; 10,000 V

According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, high voltage is from ___ to _____ volts.

600 to 59,999

According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, the overhead communication cables normally found on the lowest level of a power pole can be energized with up to how many volts?

50 V

According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, the primary distribution lines are usually ____ in the LADWP system.

4.8 kv

According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, LADWP has how many receiving stations?

According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, high-voltage capacitors have been known to retain a deadly electrical charge for ____ after power has been removed from the circuit?

weeks

According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, the severity of injury from electrical shock depends on the amount of electrical current and the length of time the current passes through the body. An amperage of ____ going through the body is enough to cause death?

1/10

According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, LAFD policy states: Aerial ladders shall not be placed in close proximity to power lines and electrical devices. Aerial ladders must be kept at least __ feet away from all power lines and devices

According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, when can department members work in violation of the Aerial proximity to power lines policy and what shall the Apparatus Operator do to provide for personnel safety?

Participating in an actual rescue attempt; A/O shall remain at the pedestal

According to TB 021 Ladder pipe Operation, the ladder pipe hose should be loaded when the ladder pipe reaches __ degrees of elevation?

According to BK #29 Truck Operations Manual, "Size-up (estimate of the situation) is a mental evaluation that assists in determining a course of action and the methods necessary to accomplish a desired goal." A size- up consists of three operations as follows:

Analyze the situation Decide on a plan (strategy) Put the plan into operation (tactics)

According to Bk #29 Truck Operations Manual, a single lightweight truss structural member can span ____ and may be comprised of 2 x 4's in compression and tension to form an integral unit.

70'

According to BK #29 Truck Operations Manual, what year was additional retroactive corrections made to existing buildings of unreinforced masonry construction to prevent exterior walls from collapsing outward?

1971

According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/General, apparatus should normally respond along prearranged routes which provide the most expeditious and safe response and which enables other companies to _____

anticipate where routes might conflict

According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/General, all move-ups shall be __________ by MFC.

non-emergency unless directed emergency

According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/General, when approaching an intersection with a green light, drivers shall _________________.

be prepared to stop by removing foot from the throttle and placing it over the brake pedal

According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/General, regardless of time of day or night, __________ shall be kept burning at all emergency responses.

apparatus headlights

According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/General, what resources are dispatched to "Fire Department Needs Help" calls?

1 BC 1 EMS 1 LF & Engine 1 ALS RA

According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/General, a Task Force with 8 members shall run as:

Light Force or 2 Engines

According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/General, the first officer or member to arrive at an emergency shall do what?

1. Assume command 2. Give MFC a brief "on scene" report and a more thorough "size-up" report as time becomes available 3. Request additional companies and equipment if needed 4. Retain command until properly relieved

According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/General, hazardous material spills on the freeways are under the jurisdiction of

CHP

According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/General, officers shall submit a F-225 report of harassment to the Commander of Arson/Counter Terrorism Section, when what occurs?

1. Bombardment of Department apparatus or personnel by missiles which are capable of inflicting bodily injury or damage to equipment. 2. Discharge of firearms at Department apparatus or personnel. 3. Injury to personnel or damage to apparatus as a result of any belligerent action by civilians. 4. Flagrant physical contact with, or obstruction of, members attempting to carry out their duties.

According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/General, "Fire Department Needs Help" is used when

There is imminent grave danger to LAFD personnel

According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/Large Scale, an incident which includes more companies than as defined in the First Alarm assignment and less companies than defined in a Major Emergency, is the definition of a:

Greater Alarm Incident

According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/General, when practicable, emergency resources responding to a rescue call should avoid __________ .

sounding the siren in the immediate vicinity

According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations, Fire Department personnel shall not contact any person who has been so treated and/or transported without first receiving specific permission, through channels, from the _____

AOps Chief Deputy

According to the MOPS Volume 1 Emergency Operations/General, a Tactical Task Force is temporarily assembled for a special mission and disbanded upon completion of the mission. It will normally be comprised of:

3 Engines OR 1 LF/2 Engines AND a leader (normally a CII or BC)

According to the MOPS Volume 1 Emergency Operations/Large Scale, the LAFD incident clock is at an interval of ___ minutes.

According to the MOPS Volume 1 Emergency Operations/Large Scale, in ICS terminology "Groups" are used when assigning a company or officer:

A specific function

According to the MOPs Volume 1, Emergency Operations / General, if traveled roadway width is 20-28’, parking is permitted:

No parking 1 side on same side of roadway as fire hydrant

According to the American LaFrance LTI Log Books, the ground jack spread for 2000 model years is ___, for 2001 model years is ___, and for 2002 through 2009 model years is ___.

2000: 16' 2001: 16' except 60590 (14') 2002 to 2009: 14'

According to the 2000 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the maximum height (top of tiller cab) is:

11'-4"

According to the 2000 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the extended length of the aerial ladder is:

94'

According to the 2000 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the engine oil pressure normal operating range is:

12 - 50 psi

According to the 2000 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the ________ is used to supply power to the aerial systems.

Aerial Power Switch

According to the 2000 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the Parking Brake Control:

sets and releases rear axle spring brakes

According to the 2000 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, how many forward gears in the Allison World Transmission?

According to Book #8 - Driver Training Manual, Module #1, the driver of a responding apparatus, when notified through MFC if first company on-scene reporting "nothing showing" shall:

continue through non-emergency unless requested otherwise

According to Book #8 - Driver Training Manual, Module #2, a _____________ is a flexible coupling between two shafts that permits one shaft to drive another at an angle to it. This unit is necessary to provide flexibility in the power train.

universal joint

According to Book #8 - Driver Training Manual, Module #2, a live axle is:

one that supports part of the weight of the vehicle and also drives the wheels connected to it

According to Book #77 Compressed Natural Gas: CNG Field Service Guide, a minimum safe zone of ___ should be established around a CNG vehicle incident.

50'

According to Book #77 Compressed Natural Gas: CNG Field Service Guide, ways to detect if there is a CNG leak are:

1. Odor detection 2. Sharp hissing sound 3. Icing on fuel components 4. Hand-held gas detection device

According to Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, what are the watch-outs?

1. You have a working fire and your entry will be delayed 2. Multiple companies have been assigned to enter through 1 entry 3. Roof Division is being driven off as you prepare to go inside 4. Air is being drawn in rapidly in 0 visibility and the heat is banking down 5. You can hear the fire burning above you but can't see it 6. You realize you are working underneath a mezzanine 7. You feel uncomfortable 8. Your SCBA alarm bell sounds and you still haven't found the fire 9. You flow water for several minutes and make no progress 10. You hear the sound of roof ventilation being conducted behind you 11. You are unable to communicate with the IC, or your Division or Group Supervisor 12. You are working with unfamiliar members

According to Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, NFPA 1500 mandates that Rapid Intervention be in place from the onset of all emergency operations within the Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health (IDLH) atmosphere. This is initially accomplished by:

2 in / 2 out rule

According to Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, while in Standby Mode the resources assigned RIC shall monitor what radio channels?

Rescue Tac Channel Incident Tac Channel(s) Command Channel Emergency Channel 6

According to Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, Deployment Mode may happen immediately after being assigned RIC. For this reason, all of the following are true except:

1. IC shall assign a Rescue Tac Channel or the RIC shall request a Rescue Tac Channel from IC. All RIC members shall then monitor and initiate communications utilizing the Rescue Tac Channel. A member of the RIC must monitor Emergency Channel 6 2. An immediate plan must be in place for your RIC to be effective 3. Companies assigned as RIC will not have the luxury of the time required gathering equipment or performing reconnaissance 4. The narrow window of survivability (Golden Time) will be in effect 5. Success may be dependent on the approximate location of the trapped member(s) being known 6. Companies must have a plan for the immediate tools needed to attempt a rescue

According to Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, the "two in/two out" rule states that communication between the 2 member team shall be:

visual physical safety guide rope

According to TB 020 Fuel conservation/Driving Procedures, at emergency incidents vehicles should:

shut down engines of apparatus engaged in manifolding operations where the pump is not needed

According to TB 031 Polycarbonate Windows, in normal use, Lexan window material has a thickness from __ to __.

1/8" to 1/4"

According to TB 031 Polycarbonate Windows, when using the rotary saw to cut lexan, ______ cut/s should be made first.

horizontal

According to TB 065 Vehicle Battery Systems, how many of the 6 batteries are used for starting the apparatus?

According to TB 065 Vehicle Battery Systems, when an apparatus is out of service for over 10 hours or the on-board battery charger cannot be plugged in, the _________ must be turned off to avoid running down the batteries.

radio cut off switch

According to TB 067 Holmatro Rescue Tool, the trigger handle is of the "dead man" design which when rotated _________, causes the spreader to open.

clockwise

According to TB 067 Holmatro Rescue Tool, the 4050 NCT cutters have an opening of:

7-1/8"

According to TB 067 Holmatro Rescue Tool, the telescopic rams extend from:

the end nearest the handle

According to TB 067 Holmatro Rescue Tool, the spreader should be stored:

closed until tips touch then open 1/4"

According to TB 067 Holmatro Rescue Tool, current LAFD policy is to replace fuel in small motors every __ days with fresh fuel

According to TB 169 Hot Stick USA AC, the ___ setting can be utilized when working around other high voltage sources such as high voltage overhead power lines.

low

According to TB 170 Residential Garage Fires, after a risk analysis is performed, vertical ventilation should be:

the exception, not the rule

According to DB 11-12 Apparatus Availability, when a Ready Reserve apparatus is placed out-of-service for more than ________, Station Commanders shall “Change-over” the Ready Reserve apparatus into a Reserve apparatus.

8 hours

According to DB 13-04 Dangers of Vacant/Abandoned Buildings, the following symbol "F/E" is used to designate what hazard?

Avoid fire escapes

According to DB 14-04 NFPA 704 Warning Placards, if water/moisture can affect the value of the building or contents, an "LW" may be put on the placard approved by the Fire Chief. "LW" stands for:

Limited Water

According to DB 14-04 NFPA 704 Warning Placards, the system identifies the hazards of a material in terms of what 3 principal categories?

Health Flammability Reactivity

According to Book 8, what characteristics characterize an "egotist" driver?

1. Demanding right-of-way 2. Parking vehicle illegally 3. Cutting in too fast after passing a car 4. Making turns from an improper lane

According to Book 8, what characteristics characterize a "show-off" driver?

1. Driving too fast for conditions 2. Driving more recklessly the larger their audience 3. Boasts of vehicle's speed, power and own skill 4. Boasting of the time it takes to get to a location 5. Passing red lights and stop signs with an air of bravado 6. Passing cars at risky places and talking about their luck

According to Book 8, what characteristics characterize an "over-emotional" driver?

1. Lack presence of mind in emergencies 2. Get overly nervous in unusual situations 3. Lose their temper & judgment 4. Show impatience in traffic james 5. Express anger by driving recklessly 6. Easily distracted from the main business of driving 7. Talks loud, or uses profanity

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual , a plug cut is a small triangular piece of roof covering that is removed from the roof to expose and determine what?

Roof comp thickness Sheathing type

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, this type of cut is a light cut made with the chainsaw that is cutting through the roof covering and plywood sheathing.

Skim cut

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, if the rafter type and rafter direction are unknown, this type of cut will tell you rafter type, rafter direction, the sheathing type, the thickness of roof composition and act as a what?

45-degree inspection cut; smoke indicator hole

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, when using the dicing technique, after the chainsaw operator makes the _______, the puller can start pulling boards.

3rd cut

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, in order to make this cut, you must first know rafter type and rafter direction. Next, you must determine the location of the rafters. What is the name of this cut and how many rafters must you locate?

Center Rafter Louver; 3

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, which type of ventilation cut will you start with a "skim cut"?

Louver off a Purlin

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, when performing the Drop Method operation, the Truck Operations Manual says to cut how many inches inside the purlins to avoid hitting metal hangers?

4-6"

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, when making a parallel cut for a Center Rafter Louver how many inches should you be "inside" the rafter?

2-3"

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, a strip ventilation hole, when used in conjunction with _______, can help stop the horizontal spread of fire.

offensive ventilation hole (heat hole)

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, when making a 45-degree "inspection" cut, after the saw makes contact with a rafter, roll over the rafter and continue the cut for approximately how many inches?

6-10"

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, what type of cut is an alternative to using a smoke indicator hole?

kerf cut

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, when standing on a Lam-Beam and making a Louver Off a Lam-Beam cut, approximately how far should you reach out to make your first cut?

3-1/2 feet

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, who is ultimately responsible for the condition of the apparatus under his command?

Station Commander

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, improper use or excessive braking will cause the brakes to heat up. What is one of the worst consequences of heat due to excessive, braking?

Brake Fade

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, in an air brake system, compressed air furnishes the force that applies the brakes. Depending on the type of vehicle, it will take approximately how long for the air to reach the brakes after you press the foot pedal?

1/4 to 1 second

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, traveling faster than usual saves only a few seconds while increasing the chance of an accident. Rather than driving to an incident at-an excessive speed, what is a better way to save time to an incident?

Know your 1st-in district and shortest/safest routes

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, what will reduce performance and greatly increase the chance of an accident?

Improper tire inflation

According to TB 060 Methanol Vehicles, all of the following are methods of extinguishing methanol fires. What is the most effective method?

Dry chemical extinguisher

According to TB 060 Methanol Vehicles, the Southern California Rapid Transit District has a fleet of methanol powered buses. What kind of fire/explosion suppression system do the buses have onboard?

(2) 20-lb Halon 1301 cylinders with 2 discharge nozzles

According to TB 074 Search and Rescue Procedures Utilizing A One-Inch Hose Line, if a task force is assigned to rescue a firefighter, how many teams are recommended to be set up and with how many members?

2 teams; 3 members each

According to TB 108 35' Extension Ladder Knot, to begin tying the knot you take a bight from the slack halyard and pass it under which rung to begin?

Head height or 1 above

According to TB 165 Illegal Marijuana Cultivation, ballasts used to run high intensity grow lights can maintain a charge for up to how many minutes after being disconnected?

15 minutes

According to TB 108 35' Extension Ladder Knot, when tying a half hitch with the remaining halyard tail and capturing the front and rear halyard, what rung should you tie the half hitch around?

4th or most convenient rung

According to TB 165 Illegal Marijuana Cultivation, what are the warning signs of an illegal marijuana operation?

1. Security 2. Odor 3. Condensation 4. Covered windows 5. Open windows 6. Excessive air conditioning 7. Video surveillance

According to TB 165 Illegal Marijuana Cultivation, all members within how many feet of a fire incident that involves a structure used for illegal marijuana cultivation shall wear full PPE and SCBA?

30 feet

According to DB 15-11 Risk Management Policy and Firefighter Emergency/Mayday Procedures, the following situations require the immediate initiation of a "Mayday" call:

1. Separated from Crew / "Lost" (Firefighter Missing) 2. Malfunction of SCBA or activation of Low Air Alarm in IDLH and unable to reach an exit safely 3. Injured and/or Disabled (Firefighter Down) 4. Trapped, Pinned, and/or Entangled in Debris (Firefighter Trapped) 5. Any life threatening condition that cannot be resolved in 30 seconds

According to DB 15-11 Risk Management Policy and Firefighter Emergency/Mayday Procedures, the following are examples of when to use "EMERGENCY TRAFFIC".

In the event of an extraordinary hazard, or a sudden change in conditions that creates an imminent danger to personnel. Any other critical incident information that requires an immediate notification to all personnel on-scene

According to DB 15-11 Risk Management Policy and Firefighter Emergency/Mayday Procedures, if after how many attempts, the member does not receive acknowledgement on the incident tactical channel he/she shall activate the Emergency Alert Button (EAB) and declare the “Mayday” again verbally?

2 attempts

According to DB 15-11 Risk Management Policy and Firefighter Emergency/Mayday Procedures, the following situation requires the immediate initiation of a “Mayday” call if any life threatening condition occurs and it cannot be resolved within how many seconds?

30 seconds

According to DB 15-11 Risk Management Policy and Firefighter Emergency/Mayday Procedures, what does "G-R-A-B-L-I-V-E-S" stand for?

Gage Radio Activate Pass Control Breathing Stay Low Illuminate Volume Exit Shield Airway

According to DB 15-11 Risk Management Policy and Firefighter Emergency/Mayday Procedures, in a "mayday" situation and using "G-R- A-B-L-I-V-E-S" whenever possible what angle shall a member shine their flashlight at so that a rescuer may see it?

According to DB 15-11 Risk Management Policy and Firefighter Emergency/Mayday Procedures, the Incident Commander’s standard operation at an emergency incident shall include the concept of what risk management concepts?

1. Activities that present a significant risk to the safety of members shall be limited to situations where there is a potential to save endangered lives 2. Activities that are routinely employed to protect property shall be recognized as inherent risks to the safety of members and actions shall be taken to reduce or avoid these risk 3. No risk to the safety of members shall be acceptable when there is no possibility to save lives or property

According to Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, rapid intervention at a high-rise incident should involve what types of companies, at minimum?

1. Light Force 2. Engine 3. Squad & ALS resource

According to DB 15-17 Responsibilities of Officers to Train and Counsel, when conducting outside drills, Officers are responsible for maintaining coverage within their respective first-in districts, as well as the company’s readiness to respond within how many seconds for EMS, and how many seconds for fire suppression or other related incidents.

60 seconds EMS 80 seconds fire

According to DB 15-17 Responsibilities of Officers to Train and Counsel, in large or complex first-in districts where extended travel times may exceed _____ when training in the most distant parts of the district, responsible Officers shall put in place contingency plans to avoid any unduly delayed responses in their district.

10 or more minutes

According to DB 15-17 Responsibilities of Officers to Train and Counsel, to ensure all companies maintain timely emergency responses during training evolutions, what may be left at training sites provided they do not compromise emergency capabilities?

supply lines

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, when making Dicing cuts, what is not required for the cutter to know? What is required to know?

Exact location of the rafters; Rafter type and direction

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, when making dicing cuts what would be the first cut performed in this operation, if needed?

Score Cut or Head Cut

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, the length of the dice cut is determined by what?

The reach of the tool being used to pull

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, When making a center rafter louver cut against construction, the head cut is first made which direction?

Away from the ladder

According to DB 15-17 Responsibilities of Officers to Train and Counsel, what is the best method for Officers to ensure that top performance is being delivered?

Develop a set of clearly defined expectations

According to DB 15-17 Responsibilities of Officers to Train and Counsel, to ensure all companies are maintain timely emergency responses during training evolutions, what may NOT be left at training sites?

Hand lines Fittings Ladders Other tools

According to DB 15-19 Training Request for Downtown High-Rise Buildings, All requests for entry shall be made in advance by the Station Commander. How many hours in advance shall the request be made?

According to DB 15-19 Training Request for Downtown High-Rise Buildings, Upon arrival to the facility, the Commanding Officer should enter through the main entrance with no more than how many members?

2 members

According to DB 15-19 Training Request for Downtown High-Rise Buildings, the Company Officer shall provide the security personnel with a written roster of LAFD personnel participating and what other information?

Statement of intent (email or memo is sufficient)

According to Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, at a Metro-Rail incident resources designated as RIC should be assigned to who?

Staging

According to Book# 101 Rapid Intervention Company, if the RIC is deployed at a metro-rail incident, where should they deploy to and who to check in with?

Platform level; check-in with "Station Division"

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, why is it important to keep diesel powered apparatus fuel tanks full whenever possible?

Condensation of moisture can build up in a partially filled tank

According to TB 165 Illegal Marijuana Cultivation, what shall the incident be transitioned to once a knock-down has been achieved and life hazard has been addressed and abated?

HazMat/Crime scene

According to TB 165 Illegal Marijuana Cultivation, what shall be communicated to MFC and all resources on scene without using the incident address, if possible?

Illegal Marijuana Operation

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, the first company on scene of a high rise incident shall:

Assume Fire Attack

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Base is the point where ______. Base shall be established _______

the primary logistical functions are coordinated and administered; a minimum of 200' away from the incident structure

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, the fire attack team shall be a minimum of how many members?

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, ___________ controls the air handling system, the initial pressurization of stairwells, and coordinates logistical support.

Lobby Control

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, what is the single greatest difference between controlling an incident in a high rise structure as opposed to an incident at ground level?

Lead-time necessary to get personnel and equipment in position

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, the Staging Area Manager is subordinate to?

IC/Operations Section Chief

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, during Rapid Intervention Company operations at High Rise, the RIC team may locate in ________ and report to ________.

Staging or the floor below; Rapid Intervention Group Supervisor (if created)

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, the RIC SCBA Kit includes a first stage reducer with ___ feet of intermediate pressure hose.

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, who determines the stairwells to be used by the occupants for evacuation?

Evacuation Group

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, normally helicopters should remain at least ___ from the involved building while in flight.

500'

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, what are the responsibilities of Lobby Control?

1. Notify the IC of number of floors in the building and that elevators have been recalled 2. Maintain personnel/company accountability for all building entry & exits 3. Accessing information from the fire control room 4. Controlling vertical access of personnel to known safe routes 5. Operating elevators (when determined to be safe) 6. Controlling the air handling system 7. Pressurizing the stairwells 8. Coordinating the movement of supplies between Base and Staging

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, if an auxiliary water supply is required, the Officer in charge of the Ground Support Unit will coordinate and supervise this effort. Who is requested to provide a supply line to the entrance of the stairwell?

Base

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, with regards to Ground Support Unit and moving equipment, normally one member is assigned __ floor(s) to move equipment.

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, High Rise buildings in the City of Los Angeles constructed since 1974 that are over 75' in height will have what features?

1. Completely sprinklered 2. Class III combination system 3. At least 2 approved means of egress from each floor 4. Local Fire Warning System 5. Building Communication System 6. Building Control Station 7. Fire Department Lock Box 8. Standby and Emergency Power Systems 9. Emergency helicopter landing pad on the roof 10. Stairwell numbering system

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, High Rise buildings in the City of Los Angeles constructed before 1974 will have what features?

1. At least 2 approved exits from each floor 2. Enclosed stairwells, except in a few very old high rise buildings 3. Some type of smoke control 4. Floor level numbering signs at each floor in each stairwell: floor level, stair number, floors served, and if roof access is provided 5. Some type of standpipe system 6. A Building Communication System (if building is 150' or more)

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, what are the parts of pre-planning?

1. Understanding High-Rise policy and company SOGs 2. Working knowledge of specific buildings on our respective districts 3. Physical conditioning 4. Thorough knowledge of our equipment and ability to use it effectively 5. Study of past fires

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, if the fire is reported to be ________________, the stairwell shall be used and firefighters will walk to reach the fire floor.

On or below the 6th floor

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, some high-rise buildings in Los Angeles, such as the Arco Towers and the First Interstate Tower, have floors interconnected by a separate open stairwell. Because these are vertical openings, they must have __________.

2-hour protection

According to all American LaFrance LTI Log Books, the Onan generator engine oil pressure at normal operating temperature is ____

28-64 psi

According to all American LaFrance LTI Log Books, the Onan generator engine coolant temperature range is ____

160 - 195 F

According to all American LaFrance LTI Log Books, the Onan generator power output is ____.

7.5 kW

According to all American LaFrance LTI Log Books, the Onan generator DC voltmeter range is ____.

12.5 to 15 V

According to all American LaFrance LTI Log Books, the Hydraulic System oil reservoir capacity is:

40 gallons

According to all American LaFrance LTI Log Books, the Hydraulic System pump capacity is ____ and maximum operating pressure is ____.

20 gpm; 2800 psi

According to all American LaFrance LTI Log Books, the Hydraulic System outrigger relief valve setting is:

2000 psi

According to all American LaFrance LTI Log Books, the Hydraulic System ground jack deployed light activation pressure is:

800 psi

According to all American LaFrance LTI Log Books, the Hydraulic System lowering into cradle max pressure is:

800 psi

According to all American LaFrance LTI Log Books, the Hydraulic System Hoist max pressure is ____, Rotate max pressure is ____, and Extend/Retract max pressure is ____.

2800 psi; 1500 psi; 2000 psi

According to all American LaFrance LTI Log Books, the Aerial Ladder elevation is:

-4 to 75 degrees

According to all American LaFrance LTI Log Books, the Aerial Ladder retracted length is ___ and extended length is ___

31.8' 94'

According to all American LaFrance LTI Log Books, the Aerial Ladder elevated height is:

100'

According to the American LaFrance LTI Log Books, the Assignment Record for the apparatus is form:

F-702

According to the 2001 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the only 2001 American LaFrance LTI to use a Jacobs Engine Brake is shop #_____

60590

According to the American LaFrance LTI Log Books, the cab instrumentation indicator light for the brake system illuminates when air pressure falls below ________.

65-75 psi

According to the 2000, 2001, 2002, and 2003 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, under full acceleration (100% pedal travel) the transmission shift points occur at approximately:

2100 rpm

According to the American LaFrance LTI Log Books, "high-idle" switch should be engaged when the apparatus will be idling longer than:

5 minutes

According to the 2001 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the spring brake valve will automatically apply if pressure in both the primary and secondary brake system is reduced below:

40 psi

According to the 2001 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, how many positions does the hand control on the center dash for the Telma Retarder have?

According to the 2000 and 2001 American LaFrance LTI Log Books, with regards to the Telma Retarder, what pressure applied to the brake pedal gives 25%, 50%, 75%, and 100% effect?

25% - 3 psi 50% - 5 psi 75% - 7 psi 100% - 10 psi

According to TB 035 Overhaul Procedures, the objectives of overhaul are:

1. To provide for the safety of fire personnel conducting overhaul operations by limiting or removing exposure to hazardous/toxic atmospheres/substances and identifying/flagging structural and environmental hazards that could potentially cause injuries or death 2. To ensure the fire is out and all potential for rekindle is eliminated 3. To leave the scene undisturbed - insofar as possible - for the purpose of aiding investigators and insurance adjusters in determining the most probable cause and property loss associated with the fire 4. To identify and preserve all salvageable contents/possessions and minimize further damage to the building and/or materials involved 5. To ensure the premises are turned over to a responsible party, deemed wither safe or unsafe to reoccupy as determined by authorities, secured as needed to prevent unlawful entry and unauthorized acts, and checked a final time for rekindle prior to leaving the scene

According to TB 035 Overhaul Procedures, once a knockdown is declared, a fire watch shall be established with a minimum of ___ people.

There is no set number

According to TB 035 Overhaul Procedures, areas that are deemed to be unsafe for personnel to access shall be completely restricted by:

Both fire-line tape AND red and white striped barricade tape

According to TB 035 Overhaul Procedures, what are the types and parameters of overhaul options available to the IC?

1. Complete Overhaul 2. Wet Overhaul 3. Fire Watch 4. Thermal Imaging Camera

According to TB 035 Overhaul Procedures, when a complete overhaul is performed, overhaul piles shall be established in a location that will minimize any inconvenience to the public, and at a minimum of ___ from any part of a structure.

10 feet

According to TB 035 Overhaul Procedures, combustible materials and other removed contents should be located in separate piles and wet down with a hose-line using ______ to ensure extinguishment.

foam

According to TB 104 Urban Search and Rescue, NFPA 1670 identifies how many types of technical rescues and what are they?

7 1. Structural collapse 2. Rope rescue 3. Confined space operations 4. Vehicle and machinery extrication 5. Water rescue 6. Wilderness search and rescue 7. Trench and excavation rescue

According to TB 104 Urban Search and Rescue, the type of technical rescue that requires an Entry Permit is:

Confined space

According to TB 104 Urban Search and Rescue, the __________ will establish necessary hazard control measures in the operational area as provided for by the Incident Commander in the operational plan. Examples of such hazard control measures are providing edge protection at a trench rescue incident or providing lockout/tagout at a confined space rescue incident.

Rescue Team Leader

According to TB 104 Urban Search and Rescue, the ___________ is responsible for direct control of the entry portal. This member will maintain communications with the rescue team(s) and operates at the entry to the rescue site.

Attendant

According to TB 104 Urban Search and Rescue, the Rigging Crew will initially set up anchors and haul systems and then staff haul lines for use in retrieving rescuers or patients. It will be staffed by:

2 or more individuals and may be non-US&R certified if under the direction of the Technical Support Leader or Technical Safety Officer (TSO)

According to TB 104 Urban Search and Rescue, the first on-scene company to a US&R incident (specifically a Trench rescue) should spot the apparatus to _________________ and _______________.

Not cause a vibration hazard; leave room to spot additional specialized companies

According to TB 136 Aircraft Emergencies Standard Operating Procedures, key personnel/agencies needed at a Unified Command Post for an aircraft incident will include:

1. Airfield Operations (Ops 44) 2. Airport Police 3. Airline Representative

According to TB 136 Aircraft Emergencies Standard Operating Procedures, in an ARFF and Structural Resource Deployment on Alert 2 and 3 Dispatches, the firefighting resource that is staffed only by firefighters is:

Air Stair 80

According to TB 136 Aircraft Emergencies Standard Operating Procedures, ________________ have the right-of-way regardless of emergency response.

Aircraft and buses

According to DB 05-08 Management of Aggressive Behavior, restrained patients should be transported in what position whenever possible?

Left-lateral

According to DB 05-08 Management of Aggressive Behavior, all restrained patients shall be transported by what resource?

ALS RA

According to DB 20-09 Use of Recording Devices by Department Members, "recording" includes:

Photograph, video, and/or audio

According to DB 20-09 Use of Recording Devices by Department Members, recording during working periods for non-Department purposes is acceptable as long as it is not for monetary gain.

False

According to DB 20-09 Use of Recording Devices by Department Members, recordings made while on-duty for Department purposes are:

1. Considered Department records 2. May not be released outside the Department without permission 3. May only be shared with other Department members when properly authorized

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, the 3 bag Maxiforce Air Bag System is rated at ___ tons with what bags, and the 7-bag system is rated at ____ with what bags?

56; (2) 22 and (1) 12; 236; 12, 17, 22, 32, 35, 44, 74

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, when striking wood with the Pickhead Axe, the angle between the side of the axe head and the surface of the wood being cut should be what angle?

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, when breaching a brick wall with the Battering Ram, the hole should be what shape so as not to excessively weaken the wall? The hole should start at the first brick removed and move _______ and you should use a slight _________ just before the ram strikes the bricks

diamond; downward; lifting motion

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, when using the Pickhead Axe to break glass, strike the panel _________ and keep the axe handle ___________.

near the top; above horizontal

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, when cutting brush with the Brush Hook, the main stem should be cut at what angle?

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, another name for the Claw Tool is ________

Hayward

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, the Floor Runner is made from __________.

waterproof cotton duck

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, a Mattress Carrier is what size & made of what material?

6-1/2' x 9-1/2' canvas material

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, on the Ram bar, what should be maintained tight at all times?

set screws

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, how often do the Rubber Gauntlet Gloves get tested by DWP?

Every 60 days

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, how long does it take a Task Force to deploy the Rescue Air Cushion?

2 minutes

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, the salvage hook is heavy gauge wire preformed in the basic shape of

the number "2"

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, what type of squeegee is used to only push water?

curved

\According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/3 Self Contained Breathing Apparatus, the 45 minute air cylinder contains _____ cubic feet of air.

65.6

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/3 Self Contained Breathing Apparatus, the first stage regulator lowers cylinder air pressure to a nominal ______.

115 psi

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/3 Self Contained Breathing Apparatus, with regards to the PASS device, lack of movement for _____ seconds will activate the staged alarm with LED lights alternating green and red.

20 seconds

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/3 Self Contained Breathing Apparatus, the Voice Amplification System (VAS) attached to the right side of the face piece requires ___________ to function.

3 AAA batteries

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/3 Self Contained Breathing Apparatus, ensure the SCBA is ready for use ___________.

Daily at relief After each use When returning from repairs

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/3 Self Contained Breathing Apparatus, the RIC SCBA Kit contains a first stage pressure reducer with how many feet of intermediate pressure hose?

10'

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/4 Ropes and Knots, the Body Harness used with the Two Line Rope Systems is _______ & should be tightened in what order?

Class III; waist, legs, chest

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/4 Ropes and Knots, the welded eye of the brake bar rack is used for attachment and rated at ________ pounds.

10,000

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/4 Ropes and Knots, using the general guidelines developed by the U. S. Army for loading a picket anchor systems in "average" loamy soil, 3 pickets in-line provides how many pounds of strength total? A single picket? 2 pickets in line? 2-1? 3-2-1?

1800; single - 700; 2 pickets in line - 1400; 2-1 - 2000 3-2-1 - 4000

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/4 Ropes and Knots, when building a Load Releasing Hitch the number of wraps between the 2 carabiners should be ________.

3 to 6

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/4 Ropes and Knots, ropes stored in bags shall be secure to the bottom of the bag by tying a _________.

figure 8 stopper

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/4 Ropes and Knots, the KM-III static kernmantle rope has a melting point of ___ degrees.

450

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/4 Ropes and Knots, when sending a portable extinguisher above ground by drop bag, start with a _______ around base, ______ around the middle, and a half hitch ________.

clove hitch up; half hitch; near the top of the tank

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/4 Ropes and Knots, when should you log the rope and what form should it be logged on?

1. As soon as you receive it 2. All training 3. Emergency incidents 4. Monthly checks F-975

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/7 Ladders and Evolutions, there are how many classifications of ladders on the LAFD & what are they?

4; Straight, Extension, Roof, Collapsible

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/7 Ladders and Evolutions, the proper climbing angle of a ladder is approximately __ degrees. To obtain this angle, the base of the ladder should be placed at a distance from the building or objective equal to approximately ___ the desired height.

70; 1/4

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/7 Ladders and Evolutions, 24' straight ladders are used for reaching what?

1-story roofs 2nd story windows Fire escape balconies

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/7 Ladders and Evolutions, 20' straight ladders are used for reaching what?

1-story roofs 2nd story windows sometimes lowest fire escape balcony

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/7 Ladders and Evolutions, 16' straight ladders are used for reaching what?

1-story roofs 2nd story windows

Extension ladders should normally be extended _____ above _________ or and a MINIMUM of ______ or more above __________ etc.

1 foot; windowsills or fire escape balcony railing; 3 feet; parapet walls, roofs

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/7 Ladders and Evolutions, 12' extension ladders are used for what?

Inside work and as a step-ladder

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/7 Ladders and Evolutions, 14' extension ladders are used for what?

Inside work; Used to access attics from scuttle holes, can be made into stepladders, etc

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/7 Ladders and Evolutions, 20' extension ladders are used for reaching what?

1-story roofs 2nd story windows occasionally lowest fire escape balconies

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/7 Ladders and Evolutions, 35' extension ladders are used for reaching what?

Fire escape balconies 2nd and some 3rd story roofs 2nd and 3rd floor windows

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/8 Salvage, the method for throwing a salvage cover where conditions require the careful placing of a cover to avoid displacing or damaging goods is known as _________. Counters or tables displaying fragile merchandise are best covered by this method.

Counter Pay-Off

According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/8 Salvage, when using salvage covers for sealing/bagging large areas, the fold of the end edge or side of cover to create a lap should be approximately _____.

1 foot

According to the American LaFrance LTI Logbooks, "caging" the spring brakes means:

Manually releasing the brakes

According to the American LaFrance LTI Logbooks, the operating temperature of the fluid for the World Transmission during a manual HOT check is:

160 - 200 degrees

According to the American LaFrance LTI Logbooks, the operating temperature of the fluid for the World Transmission during a manual COLD check is:

60 - 120 F

According to the American LaFrance LTI Logbooks, when jump starting the apparatus, connect one end of the second jumper cable to the _______ terminal of the booster battery and the other end to the frame of the disabled vehicle at least ______ away from the battery.

negative; 18"

According to the 2000, 2001, 2002, and 2003 American LaFrance LTI Logbooks, the front, rear, and tiller tires should be maintained at what psi?

front - 100 rear - 95 tiller - 110

According to the 2006 & 2009 American LaFrance LTI Logbooks, the front, rear, and tiller tires should be maintained at what psi?

front - 100 rear - 95 tiller - 115

According to the American LaFrance LTI Logbooks, after cleaning, inspecting, and lubing the aerial, hoist ladder to ___ degrees and retract. This will prevent the newly applied grease from being scraped off when the ladder is retracted.

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 4, a normal elevator hoistway door can be expected to utilize ___ gib blocks.

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 4, on hydraulic elevators and some cable elevators, the hoistway doors will open if the elevator is either ___ inches above or below the floor level.

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 4, to move a hydraulic elevator, locate the bleeder (lowering) valve. Most bleeder valves have a manual lowering screw built into the valve and are marked near the lowering screw. They are marked with what options?

MAN ML MANUAL

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 4, when using air bags to force open center opening doors for elevator rescue. Position the air bag where in relation to the door?

The top

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 6 Ventilation, stairshafts in high-rise buildings constructed after 1974 are required to employ a shairshaft ventilation system. The fans used must provide not less than __ cubic feet per minute while maintaining a positive pressure of not over __ lbs on interior doors.

50 cfm; 25 lbs

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 6 Ventilation, tempered glass windows in a high rise are identified by __" luminous or reflective decals in what part of the window?

3"; A lower corner

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 6 Ventilation, blowers used for positive pressurization of high rise stairshafts should be placed ___ feet to ___ feet back from the doorway and angled back at least __ degrees.

4 to 6 feet; 5 degrees

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 7 Elevators, elevator ascent during investigations or firefighting operations shall only be used when the reported location is _________.

above the 6th floor

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 7 Elevators, if the building is equipped with split bank elevators, do not use an elevator that services the fire floor if a lower bank of elevators reaches within ___ floors of the fire floor.

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 7 Elevators, a Fire Attack Team shall consist of a minimum of ___ members.

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 7 Elevators, the designated elevator operator reports to:

Lobby Control

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 8 Water Systems, Combination Standpipe Systems are directly connected to a water supply and equipped with both 1-1/2" outlets (2-1/2” outlet with a 1-1/2”reducer), with hose and nozzle attached, for use by the building occupants; and 2-1/2" outlets for use by the Fire Department. The 2-1/2" system may have 100' of single-jacketed, unlined 2-1/2" hose with a 1" tip attached to 2-1/2" outlets on each floor above the ___ floor.

5th

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 8 Water Systems, with regard to Combined Sprinkler Standpipes the sprinklers are required to be supplied by two separate points of connection except between what years of construction?

1983 to 1988

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 8 Water Systems, Pressure Regulating Devices when found in a system should be:

Fully opened

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 9 Salvage Operations, ________ is damage caused by the fire suppression operations used to control and extinguish a fire.

indirect loss

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 9 Salvage Operations, the main focus in salvage operations is the control of ______ and keeping it out of __________.

water; elevator shafts, machinery rooms, and electrical rooms

According to TB 111 Elevator Rescue Kit, there are how many side picks and what are they called?

3; small, medium, and large

According to TB 111 Elevator Rescue Kit, when using the Elevator Rescue Paddle, what conditions must be met?

1. Elevator doors must be the center opening type (single speed or 2-speed) 2. Elevator car must be in the floor zone, allowing the car door clutch to be engaged by the hoistway door pickup rollers 3. Power to the elevator must be shut down, which will remove the magnetic field induced by electricity in the door operator motor, allowing the car door to be opened manually

According to TB 111 Elevator Rescue Kit, the poling up method requires the rescuer to utilize:

Fall protection

According to TB 140 Elevator Operations at Highrise Incidents, all members utilizing an elevator as a means of ascent shall be equipped with:

Full PPE Breathing apparatus Portable radio Sound power phone Forcible entry tool Appropriate equipment for fire suppression operations or the assigned task

According to TB 140 Elevator Operations at Highrise Incidents, If the circular “________,” “________,” or “__________” indicator light on the elevator car control panel is blinking, the elevator cars in that bank should not be used. This blinking light indicates:

"fire service", "fire helmet", "Maltese cross jewel"; Impending elevator shutdown

According to TB 140 Elevator Operations at Highrise Incidents, during ascent, a minimum of ___ floors need to be stopped at and checked between the lobby and desired terminal floor.

According to TB 164 Optional Transitional Attach with Handlines, what critical tactical considerations must be identified and assessed prior to executing a Transitional Attack?

1. Officers should attempt to gain as much situational awareness as possible prior to initiating 2. Always communicate and coordinate your tactical intent on the tac channel prior to employing 3. LAFD personnel shall not be inside the structure at time of application 4. Only apply water into windows or doors that have "fire showing" or volatile smoke indicative of imminent flashover 5. Do not employ if window pane is still intact 6. Only flow water until a change in conditions are seen 7. Not to be employe haphazardly, critical on-scene observations must be thoroughly assessed and considered

According to TB 48 Engine Brake "Jake Brake", what are the advantages of the Jake Brake?

1. Increased performance 2. Safety 3. Versatility 4. Cost-effectiveness

According to TB 48 Engine Brake "Jake Brake", diesel engines have substantially less retarding effect upon vehicles than a gasoline engine due to:

lack of restriction in the diesel intake manifold

According to TB 48, Jacobs Engine Brake is a hydraulic attachment that, when energized, alters the engine exhaust valve operation which converts the diesel engine into an ___________ by prematurely opening the exhaust valves near the top of the ________ stroke releasing the compression pressure to exhaust

air compressor; compression

According to TB 48, Jake Brake may be used for:

1. Descending grades 2. In city traffic 3. When approaching stop lights 4. In general whenever vehicle retarding is required

According to TB 48, Jake Brake activates or deactivates in _______.

1/4 second

According to TB 48, Department uses __ different Diesel Engine/Transmission combinations: 1. Cummins Diesel with Manual Transmission: __ position switch 2. Cummins Diesel with Automatic Transmission: __ position switch 3. Detroit Diesel (V-8 or V-6) with automatic transmission: ___ position switch

3; 3; 3; 2 (off-low-high)

According to TB 48, a light traffic condition requires _______ Jake Brake setting, a medium traffic condition requires _________ Jake Brake setting, and what requires the maximum setting of the Jake Brake?

minimum; minimum to moderate; Heavy traffic condition and emergency response

According to TB 48, engaging the Jake Brake on wet streets can cause:

the duals to lock up

According to TB 48, engaging the Jake Brake during pumping or aerial operations can cause:

1. Undesirable retardation 2. Possible engine/component damage 3. Engine stalling

According to TB 48, engaging the Jake Brake when upshifting gears can cause

abnormal stresses and shock loads on the engine

According to TB 48, do not ride the clutch pedal to disengage the Jake Brake or it will cause

premature wear to the throw-out bearing, clutch, and thrust bearing on the crankshaft

According to TB 48, engaging the Jake Brake at idle or low engine speed will cause

the engine to stall

According to the MOPS Volume 3 6/11 Equipment General, what shall not be used when cleaning chain and rotary saws and smoke ejectors? What can be used?

Water; Diesel, kerosene, #325 solvent

According to the MOPS Volume 3 6/11 Equipment General, members carrying radios during non-emergency activities where the turnout coat is not worn or a radio pouch is not available on the uniform, shall carry the radio in _______ .

the belt clip provided by the Department

According to the MOPS Volume 3 6/11 Equipment General, salvage covers shall be removed from apparatus and replaced with clean, dry covers at least once every __________ or within ________ when damp or dirty. Make proper entries in the F-2 and on what form?

2 calendar months; 24 hours; F-128

According to the MOPS Volume 3 6/11 Equipment General, if hose is determined to be in need of repair, mark damaged area by wrapping the hose with black tape at the location(s) where repairs are needed. Hose shall be rolled with the female coupling forming the core, unless _______.

the damaged area is the female coupling

According to the MOPS Volume 3 7/1 Apparatus General, seatbelts shall be used by drivers and passengers during ALL driving operations except for _______

There are no exceptions

According to the MOPS Volume 3 7/1 Apparatus General, an Accident Procedure Packet, form _____ shall be carried on Department apparatus. If this packet is used, the driver is responsible for form _____.

F-620; FG-88

According to the MOPS Volume 3 7/1 Apparatus General, when a member is learning to tiller, a minimum of ___ training session(s) shall be held with the trainee placed in an observer position behind a firefighter certified to tiller.

According to the MOPS Volume 3 7/1 Apparatus General, members shall not paint the undercarriage of apparatus or any portion thereof, except as noted:

Bare metal to protect from corrosion

According to the MOPS Volume 3 7/1 Apparatus General, when lubricating apparatus, use power lube equipment with a maximum air pressure of __ psi.

According to the MOPS Volume 3 7/1 Apparatus General, Reserve Trucks would be identified with what series of numbering? Reserve Engines? Reserve RAs? What reserve apparatus use 700 series numbering?

Trucks - 500 Engines - 400 RAs - 600 700s = Reserve Aircraft Firefighting Apparatus & Special Reserves

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 3 Smoke Removal, there are 2 basic methods that are utilized to pressurize a contaminated area to enhance or direct the travel of contaminants to the exterior. These two methods are:

natural ventilation mechanical positive pressure ventilation

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 3 Smoke Removal, natural ventilation is dependent on what factors?

1. Proximity of ventilation opening to contaminants to remove 2. Ability of contaminants to travel unobstructed to a ventilation opening 3. Number and size of ventilation openings 4. Wind direction 5. Humidity 6. Temperature difference between interior and exterior of a building

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 3 Smoke Removal, this method is the most efficient way to remove contaminants from the top, bottom, and corners of a room.

exterior positive pressure ventilation

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 3 Smoke Removal, positive pressure is most efficient when the exhaust opening (heat hole, window, door, etc.) is between ______ the size of the entrance opening.

3/4 and 1-3/4

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 3 Smoke Removal, this can have an adverse affect on positive pressure ventilation:

Wind, dependent on direction & velocity

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 3 Smoke Removal, when using 2 blowers in series, the 2nd blower placed behind the blower closest to the opening boosts the efficiency of the first blower by approximately __%.

10%

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 3 Smoke Removal, removing screens on windows prior to using these openings for ventilation purposes will increase the efficiency of these openings by at least __%.

50%

According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, a Category B assignment is comprised of:

Not less than 6 fire companies, including not less than 2 trucks

According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, the standard used to estimate the number of companies needed to extinguish a fully involved structure is ___ GPM per line and ___ lines per company.

250 GPM; 2 lines

According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, a Major Emergency exists when more than ___ companies are dispatched.

According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, Incident Commanders shall:

1. Establish a command post 2. Name the incident by geographic area using a street name or landmark with 1 or 2 syllable names 3. Identify a staging location for responding resources, or a base at a high rise incident 4. Direct resources to an established staging or base 5. Designate at least 1 company from the additional dispatched resources as RIC 6. Initiate a tactical worksheet F-666 to maintain accountability of all assigned resources

According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, each station commander shall perform a drive-through inspection of their inspection district once each/every _________. The purpose of the inspection is to _________ and also identify new multi-unit (__ units or more) occupancies that are still in the framing stages of construction. A report of the hazardous conditions noted and corrective action taken shall be forwarded to the BC within __ days of the date of each inspection.

calendar quarter (3 months); locate, identify, and evaluate hazardous conditions and initiate corrective actions; 16 units; 10 days

According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, it is the Fire Station Responsibility to inspect Group B buildings that are:

less than 4 stories in height and less than 40,000 square feet total of all floors

According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, it is the Fire Station Responsibility to inspect Group A buildings that have __________ except __________.

an occupant load of less than 100 persons; any church with an occupant load less than 750 and not on the same property as a school or day care occupancy

According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, it is the Fire Station Responsibility to inspect Group H ________ occupancies (___________).

Division 4; repair garages

According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, it is the Fire Station Responsibility to inspect Group R buildings that are:

1. R-1 less than 6 stories in height 2. R-3 occupancies 3. R occupancies housing 6 or fewer ambulatory or non-ambulatory persons, not including employees or relatives

According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, the form used to put an occupancy on Fire Watch is:

F-340FW

According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, any required exit door must be openable from the inside:

without the use of a key, tool, or special knowledge or effort

According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, the awning under a fire escape drop ladder shall have a _______ opening in the awning under the drop ladder. This opening may be closed by a snap-on canvas cover.

24" x 24"

According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, required extinguishers, depending upon their weight, shall be installed so that the top of the extinguisher is not more than ___ feet above the floor (less than 40 lbs) or ___ feet above the floor (greater than 40 lbs).

5' 3.5'

According to Book #84 Field Operations Book, lumber stored in a yard shall be securely and compactly piled and in no case higher than ___ feet.

According to ALL American LaFrance LTI Logbooks, tires shall be replaced when tread depth is at or less than ____" measured at any point on a major tread groove.

4/32"

According to ALL American LaFrance LTI Logbooks, with regards to fifth wheel and aerial ladder lubrication, how many zerks total need lubrication for the extension/retraction cylinder sheave wheels?

According to the 2000 - 2006 American LaFrance LTI Logbooks, with regards to special lube instructions, each brake caliper assembly has how many zerks?

The apparatus has plugs instead of zerks, do not remove

According to the 2000 - 2006 American LaFrance LTI Logbook,s with regards to the Bi-Monthly inspection list, inspect the brake push rod travel for a maximum ___ stroke on all 6 wheels.

According to the American LaFrance LTI Logbooks, with regards to the Bi-Monthly inspection list, inspect drive belts for wear, cuts and tension. Report defect if belt tension is loose enough to allow more than ___ deflection measured at a point midway between pulleys.

1/2"

According to TB 005 Automobile Fires and Associated Hazards, with regards to energy absorbing bumpers, a mechanical bumper employs a heavy spring to absorb impact. These units travel up to ___". A hydraulic bumper travels up to ___"

mechanical - 4"; hydraulic - 3"

According to TB 005 Automobile Fires and Associated Hazards, when disconnecting an auto battery, one should disconnect _______ first.

ground cable

According to TB 005 Automobile Fires and Associated Hazards, working within ___ feet of any vehicle fire constitutes an IDLH and any member within that IDLH shall be fully encapsulated until determined safe by the IC.

According to TB 005 Automobile Fires and Associated Hazards, the Safety Officer for a vehicle extrication incident is normally:

Engine Captain

According to TB 038 Reciprocating Saw, the Porter-Cable TigerSaw is designed for cutting wood up to ___" thick and metal up to ___" thick along with various other materials.

12" wood 3/4" metal

According to TB 038 Reciprocating Saw, when cutting metal, try to keep at least __ teeth in contact with the work at all times.

According to DB 08-04 Implementation and Procedures for Tattoo, Scarification and Branding Policy, primary responsibility for compliance with the Department personal appearance standards rest with _______.

each Department employee

According to the 2003 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, with regard to capacities and limitations: reading the load chart, all published capacities are permissible on grades up to ___% and operating on grades in excess of ____ percent is prohibited.

6% (3.5 degrees) 14% (8 degrees)

According to the 2003 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, with regard to capacities and limitations: reading the load chart, an alarm on the pedestal will sound when:

When the maximum load is exceeded by 50-100 lbs

According to the 2003 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, with regard to controls and indicators: outriggers, the Interlock Override Switch allows:

an outrigger to be "short jacked"

According to the 2003 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, in the event of an electrical failure the manual circuit selector requires ________ for engagement.

1/4 turn left or right

According to the 2003 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, the fast idle switch increases the engine to the preset RPM range of _____ to _____ .

1500 to 1600 RPM

According to the 2003 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, with regard to controls and indicators: aerial control pedestal, the Interlock Override Switch allows:

The aerial to be operated without the outriggers being fully deployed

According to the 2003 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, with regard to controls and indicators: aerial ladder features, the inclinometer is a floating ball-type indicator calibrated from ____ degrees to ____ degrees.

-20 to 80

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/1-20.01, A _________ vacancy is a result of a promotion, death, retirement separation from service or transfer.

primary

According to MOPs Volume 2 3/1-25.30 when a member gives notice of intention to voluntary resign from the Department. The member should submit a F-225 to whom?

through channels to the Fire Chief

According to MOPs Volume 2 3/1-35.05 All members hired after _________, shall remain non smokers throughout their employment with the Fire Department.

7/1/1987

According to MOPs Volume 2 3/1-68/00 House Dues, members participating in organized mess are responsible for making timely payments, unless a prior agreement has been reached the Station Commander should be notified of any member that has failed to make a payment for ___ or more shifts.

According to MOPs Volume 2 3/3-01.08 with the exception of extended leaves no request for time off which would permit a member to be absent from duty for a period exceeding ___ days, including vacation, will be granted

According to MOPs Volume 2 3/3-50.01 Exchange of Time is an agreement between members to trade specific regularly scheduled work periods. Exchanges of time shall involve a minimum duration of ___ hours.

According to the AOTM Lesson 1, _____ is the movement of a body against an opposing force and is measured in foot pounds.

work

According to the AOTM Lesson 1, The principles of operation in a gasoline and diesel engine are similar. What are characteristics of diesel engines?

1. Air alone enters the cylinder 2. Speed & power output is controlled by quantity of fuel injected 3. Continuous combustion takes place through the power stroke

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/1-50.60, When a member receives a subpoena for court stamped "On Call" you must be able to appear within _____ after receiving the notification to report to the concerned Court.

1 hour

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/3-25.00, Sick Leave is a leave of absence with pay granted to members incapacitated from duty because of illness or injury not incurred as a result of line of duty operations or exposures. Sick time is accumulated for 100% SK time @ ___ days per calendar year.

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/5 Medical, Extended Leave is defined as _________

military leave more than 30 days

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/2 Performance Evaluation, the form used to evaluate uniformed members below the rank of Captain is ________.

F-1122

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/5 Medical, what forms shall be completed for a "contaminated needle stick"?

F-225 F-420 5020

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/7 Uniforms, what colors for sunglasses are permissible?

Black, brown, silver, gold

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/5 Medical, what is true regarding recovery of members?

1. Members shall not leave their general area of residence without written permissions from treating physician and approval through MLU 2. All members on platoon duty shall contact their supervisor once each segment to provide duty status and special duty once per week 3. All members off IOD shall contact MLU after each doctor's visit to advise of duty status 4. Concern themselves with recovery, not engage in any activity which might hinder or delay their recovery, and make every effort to facilitate their return to duty. 5. All members shall notify the Medical Liaison Unit when going on or off duty due to an IOD injury or illness. 6. CIVILIANS who are off duty NIOD more than 25 consecutive working days shall forward a report of their medical condition, prepared by their physician, to Medical Liaison Unit.

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/5 Medical, members who become disabled NIOD shall notify the commanding officer at their place of assignment as soon as possible and between the hours of ______.

630 to 2300

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/5 Medical, members on Platoon duty must donate blood during off-duty time. Members assigned to Special Duty may be granted one hour of on-duty time from work to donate blood. This may be done a maximum of ___ times per year.

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/7 Uniforms, with the exception of the proper moustache, all members shall be clean shaven by _____ and any other time reporting for duty or when representing the Department.

0800

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/7 Uniforms, with regards to hair standards, hair may cover part of the ear but the lower _____ of the ear when measured from the bottom of the ear must remain exposed.

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/7 Uniforms, with regards to hair standards, females assigned to field assignments may wear a single pony-tail or braid including french braids provided the bottom end of the braid does not extend any longer than ___" from the top of the collar.

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/7 Uniforms, mustaches shall not cover the upper lip, shall be well groomed, shall not protrude beyond the natural facial "smile" crease, nor extend beyond ___ below the corner of the mouth.

1/2"

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/7 Uniforms, socks worn with safety boots may what solid colors?

Black, gray, white

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/7 Uniforms, according to the Tattoos, Scarification and Branding Policy, the only approved methods for covering tattoos are...

Department approved uniform or skin patch

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/7 Uniforms, fingernails shall be no longer than ___ beyond the tip of the finger.

1/8"

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 10 Built-In Systems, there should be ___ unlaminated copies of the Building Inventory sheet in the lock box in the Fire Control Room.

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/7 Uniforms, approved nightwear attire may be worn outside of quarters after ____ hours or when donning of the prescribed uniform would be impractical, i.e., showering, physical fitness, etc.

2000

According to the MOPs Volume 2 3/7 Uniforms, Turnout Pants shall be worn when responding to:

All reported fires except brush or grass not involving structures Automatic alarms Haz Mat incidents

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 10 Built-In Systems, when gathering information from the annunciator panel for the smoke/heat detection system it is good practice to time stamp activated detectors. This helps provide information on:

the location of the fire and its direction of travel

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 10 Built-In Systems, the building communication system provides public address to multiple areas of the building including rooms with an occupancy load of _____.

50 or more

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 12 Air Operations, the minimum helicopter response time from the Van Nuys Airport to the Downtown Area is ______ minutes. San Fernando Valley: West LA Area: Harbor Area

Downtown = 10-12 SFV = 5-7 West LA = 10 Harbor = 20

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 12 Air Operations, normally helicopters should remain approximately ___ feet from the involved building while in flight.

500

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 13 Building Design and Fire Protection Systems, the year that divides high rise buildings into "existing high-rise" and "new high-rise" buildings is ______.

1974

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 13 Building Design and Fire Protection Systems, pre-1960 high rise were limited in height and most were 13 stories. In the City of Los Angeles, the exceptions to this rule were:

LA City Hall USC-LA County General Hospital

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 13 Building Design and Fire Protection Systems, after 1960 high-rise building requirements changed. High-rise over 150' in height built after 1960 were required to have what class water system?

Class III Combination

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 13 Building Design and Fire Protection Systems, a Type I building is designed to withstand the most severe fire to be expected within the building for ____ or more hours without structural failure.

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 13 Building Design and Fire Protection Systems, each new high-rise is required to maintain a _____ rated Fire Control Room.

1 hour

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 13 Building Design and Fire Protection Systems, elevators are recalled to the Lobby or designated floor when

smoke detector in the elevator vestibule is activated

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 13 Building Design and Fire Protection Systems, all new high-rise are required to have emergency smoke control systems. The HVAC system may be used provided it exhausts a minimum of ___ air changes per hour.

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 13 Building Design and Fire Protection Systems, in all new high-rise buildings sound powered phones and jacks are required at various locations. In the Fire Control Room, at least ___ telephone handsets are required.

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 13 Building Design and Fire Protection Systems, every new high-rise is required to have emergency and standby power systems accomplished by a generator. This generator is required to be able to supply power for a minimum of ___ hours at full demand.

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 13 Building Design and Fire Protection Systems, the now called Fire Control Room was formerly called the:

Building Control Station

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 13 Building Design and Fire Protection Systems, approximately how many of the older existing high-rise buildings chose not to comply with the High-Rise Retrofit Program?

According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, Ch 13 Building Design and Fire Protection Systems, all high-rise buildings have a minimum of ___ means of egress from each floor.

According to TB 044 Rotary Saw, Combi-blades and Diamond blades can be cleaned by running the saw in what materials?

Asphalt Brick Cinder block

According to TB 044 Rotary Saw, a carbide tip blade should be sent in for replacement when:

A missing tip or a visible radius appears

According to TB 044 Rotary Saw, when starting the K-970 press the air purge diaphragm _____.

6 times

According to TB 044 Rotary Saw, checking the air filter for maintenance is performed:

Monthly

According to TB 044 Rotary Saw, when mixing fuel to a 50:1 ratio, 2.5 gallons of gasoline requires ____ oz of 2 cycle oil. 1 gallon requires ___ oil. 5 gallons requires ___ oil

6.5 oz; 2.6 oz; 13 oz

According to TB 061 Scrubber Systems, scrubber systems are used to clean and dry contaminated air. These are of concern to firefighters because the chemicals that are cleaned are _________.

a health hazard

According to TB 156 Hillside Home Structure Fires, one of the biggest challenges with hillside homes is access to lower floors from grade level. The biggest challenge is usually provided by this type of hillside home:

Multi-level cantilever home

According to TB 156 Hillside Home Structure Fires, with regards to a descending hillside home fire, if the fire is below grade and the only entry to establish fire attack is from the first floor, then a contingency plan of providing horizontal ventilation needs to be considered. A ventilation hole over the interior stairwell should be initiated:

After Fire Attack has descended the stairwell and communicated their progress

According to Book 100 Ch. 3, Specific Operations, the Operations Section Chief supervises:

1. Fire Attack 2. Staging 3. Search/Rescue 4. Rapid Intervention 5. Air Operations 6. Medical 7. Evacuation 8. Ventilation 9. Salvage 10. Overhaul

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/1 General, in making details of members, officers will consider what factors?

1. Qualifications of a member to perform the work 2. Development of personnel by giving varied experience for betterment of Department 3. Volunteers who wish the detail 4. Date of member's last detail using a rotational system when practicable. Officers aren't limited to any particular order of rotation, but will consider overall efficiency and need of the Department

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/1 General, on what day is the Flag flown at half-staff until 1200 hours and raised to the peak for the remainder of the day?

Memorial Day

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/2 Hydrants, in the hill-side areas of the City, blue reflectors are located on the street to indicate:

all hydrant locations

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/2 Hydrants, when testing hydrants if the valve chatters or if water does not flow before the hydrant stem is operated ___ full turns, close and report the hydrant.

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/2 Hydrants, 80% of the hydrants in the City have the street shut off valve within how many feet of the hydrant?

15'

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/4 Quarters, with regards to energy conservation, adjust heating and air conditioning thermostats to start heating when the temperature drops below ___ degrees F and cooling when temperature is above ___ degrees F.

68 F: 78 F

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/4 Quarters, privately owned automobiles will not be permitted in station yards without permission of:

Station Commander

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/6 Public Affairs, while on duty, members shall react and conduct themselves as professional firefighters. This includes:

1. Leave personal feelings at home 2. Be courteous and helpful to members of the community 3. Respond pleasantly to recognition or greetings from children and others in the community 4. Members shall provide name and rank upon request of members of the Community

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/7 Communications, what is "strictly prohibited" with regards to radio conversation?

Personal greetings or pleasantries

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/9 Planning Activities, Department dress standards for off-duty training include

1. Long pants (male/female) 2. Skirt (not higher than 1" above knee - females) 3. Shirt with collar and sleeves 4. Blouses with sleeves (females) 5. Shoes with socks (males) 6. Shoes with socks or nylons (females)

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 9 Portable Monitor, the Crossfire Portable Monitor by TFT is intended for maximum flows of _____ gpm. TFT has allowed the LAFD to flow up to _____ gpm as long as it is attached to a loop of loaded 4" supply hose.

800; 1000

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 9 Portable Monitor, the Crossfire Portable Monitor by TFT needs to be protected against sliding. One of the ways to do this is securely tie the monitor to an object capable of withstanding ___ lbs of force.

900

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 9 Portable Monitor, the angle of the water stream relative to the ground at the elevation safety stop is ___ degrees.

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 9 Portable Monitor, when connecting 4" supply hose to the portable monitor, make the connection to the portable base and extend the hose straight back from the base at least ___ feet.

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 9 Portable Monitor, the nozzle(s) to be used with the portable monitor is/are:

Master Stream 1000 spray tip

According to Book #6 AOTM Lesson #20, in the downtown area where a spot can be made next to the curb, the aerial ladder operator knows that he/she can operate between the ____ and ____ floors and keep the climbing angle 70 degrees and above.

5th and 8th

According to Book #6 AOTM Lesson #20, in the downtown area where a spot is made outside the line of parked cars, any operation below the ____ floor will be conducted at a climbing angle of less than 70 degrees.

7th

According to Book #6 AOTM Lesson #20, to compensate for excessive street grades, spot the apparatus __________ from the area of operation.

downslope

According to Book #98 Earthquake Emergency Operational Plan, criteria for an activation of an Area Command include: /

1. Several major or complex incidents in close proximity 2. Critical human or property values at risk when multiple incidents are competing for limited resources 3. Difficulties with inter-incident resource allocation and coordination are encountered

According to Book #98 Earthquake Emergency Operational Plan, the Los Angeles Fire Department has how many operational modes for earthquakes and what are they?

3 1. Normal Earthquake Operational Mode 2. Expanded Earthquake Operational Mode 3. Disaster Mode

According to Book #98 Earthquake Emergency Operational Plan, during normal earthquake operational mode, the perimeter of the impacted area is decided by:

The DDC determines based on information from Bureau Commanders

According to Book #98 Earthquake Emergency Operational Plan, a drive through of the district following an earthquake shall be completed:

non-emergency unless otherwise directed

According to Book #98 Earthquake Emergency Operational Plan, when companies vacate stations in Earthquake Emergency Mode, check in will be completed to Battalion Commanders. This is preferably completed using the MDC. When unable this will be completed in the Bureau Tactical Channel. What are the check-in channels for each bureau?

OCB T-1 OSB T-2 OVB T-3 OWB T-13

According to Book #98 Earthquake Emergency Operational Plan, when initial radio checks or MDC messages are complete at the Station/Battalion Level, BCs communicate to their respective 24-hour Assistant Bureau Commander on what channels for the BCs?

T-1 to OCB for Battalions 1, 2, 11 and 6, 13, 18 T-3 to OVB for Battalions 4, 5, 9 and 10, 12, 14, 15, 17

According to Book #98 Earthquake Emergency Operational Plan, if a Battalion Commander cannot perform their duties for status check during an earthquake, this will be completed by:

The highest ranking officer at the station the BC is assigned to

According to Book #98 Earthquake Emergency Operational Plan, START stands for:

Simple Triage and Rapid Treatment

According to TB 075 Bomb Scene Incidents, the FBI states that ____ percent of all terrorist attacks use explosives and incendiary agents.

70%

According to TB 075 Bomb Scene Incidents, a perimeter of at least ____ feet should be established around any suspicious package.

300

According to TB 075 Bomb Scene Incidents, during a bomb threat, without a known device, the decision to evacuate a building is left with:

The business owner

According to TB 075 Bomb Scene Incidents, when ordering an evacuation, the ultimate authority resides with which agency?

LAFD and LAPD have concurrent jurisdiction

According to TB 075 Bomb Scene Incidents, categorizing an explosion during a size up consists of:

Minor Explosion Moderate Explosion Major Explosion

According to TB 075 Bomb Scene Incidents, at an incident where there was an explosion, what are initial actions?

1. Determining the cause of the explosion 2. Performing a rapid assessment 3. Extracting the injured to a safe area 4. Providing for the safety of all members with assignments at or near explosion site 5. Controlling or extinguishing any fires 6. Standing by until bomb technicians clear the area

According to TB 075 Bomb Scene Incidents, at an incident where an explosion occurred, an Exclusion Zone (which is the IDLH) shall be set up. A general rule for a bomb scene perimeter is to identify the distance of the furthest blast debris from the center of the explosion and create a perimeter ________.

that doubles this distance

According to TB 075 Bomb Scene Incidents, the LAPD Bomb Squad will be responsible for clearing all areas of bomb threats. This may take a substantial amount of time. Because of this, it is desired that the bomb squad start with clearing this designated area:

Incident Command Post

According to TB 075 Bomb Scene Incidents, there are three main types of explosions:

Chemical Mechanical Nuclear

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/7 Communications, the dispatch telephone (fire phone) shall be used for:

1. Check in or out of quarters when in "Manual Mode" and checking into quarters when operating in "Automatic Mode" 2. Report apparatus or companies on or off duty 3. Question alarm information not clearly received 4. BC and Division Commanders normally check in/out of quarters on the business phone when in "Manual Mode", but when returning from an alarm in either "Manual" or "Automatic" Mode, they shall check in on the dispatch phone 5. When there is an extended delay (2 or more minutes) in Metro answering the fire phone, responsible members can use the business phone to check into quarters 213-847-5360

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/9 Planning Activities, page 7 of the Personal Record Book under Training Courses shall include:

1. Peace Officer Standards Training (POST) 2. Correct Lifting Procedures 3. Sexual Harassment Guidelines 4. SCBA 5. Seat/Safety Belt Policy 6. Protective Clothing Policy 7. Fire Shelters 8. 2 Line Rope System 9. MSDS and Hazardous Substance in the workplace 10. Fetal Vulnerability (females) 11. Firefighting Hood 12. Cultural Awareness

According to the MOPs Volume 2 4/7 Communications, when reporting a still alarm, the necessary information to obtain and communicate to Metro is all of the following:

1. obtain the exact address (including apartment number) of the incident 2. nearest cross street 3. type of emergency 4. call-back telephone number.

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/7 Communications, companies that are CAV are required to respond to an incident:

within 3 minutes for fire resources and 60 seconds for paramedic/EMT resources

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/4 Quarters, Battalion Inspection for the A Platoon shall occur in the months of ______, B Platoon in ________, and C Platoon in ________

February & August; April & October; June & December

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/4 Quarters, station security is the overall responsibility of the Station Commander with all members sharing the responsibility. However, according to the MOPs, a station watch is supposed to be assigned at all times. This consists of:

1 member responsible to answer the doorbell

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/4 Quarters, the station watch primary responsibilities are:

station security and public contact

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/4 Quarters, no visitors are allowed after ____ hours but may be extended to ____ hours for special events.

2100; 2300

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/4 Quarters, sleeping in top of bedspreads is

strictly prohibited

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/4 Quarters, the size of the number used to mark the mattresses of the fire station is ____ inch/inches

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/4 Quarters, members should retire sometime between the hours of _____ and _____.

2000 and 2300

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/2 Hydrants, if a hydrant has been reported inoperable and a time of ___ hours have passed, Hydrant Access Unit and Battalion Commander shall be notified by telephone.

According to the MOPs, Volume 2 4/1 General, a suggestion that save theDepartment monetarily of over ____ dollars in the first year is up for a monetary award to the member. This is a maximum of ______ dollars.

100; 50,000

According to the MOPS Volume 2, 4/2 Hydrants, when shutting of a sheared hydrant, fire hydrant gate valves may require ____ full turns to complete a shut down.

18 to 26

According to the MOPs, Volume 2 4/1 General, line-up shall occur at a place designated in quarters by ______.

Battalion Commander

According to the MOPs Volume 5, 9/1 Reports and Records General, and F-223 (red letterhead without boxes) is used for:

intra-departmental correspondence, when routing "through channels" is not desired or required

According to the MOPs Volume 5, 9/1 Reports and Records General, for uniformity member's names shall be entered by - Last Name, First Name, and Initial (if any). In a long list of names, arrange names:

Alphabetically by last name

According to the MOPs Volume 5, 9/1 Reports and Records General, when corrections are necessary to final reports, records and journals:

a line shall be drawn through the entry and the correction made in ink above or in the margin AND the person shall initial it in ink

According to the MOPs Volume 5, 9/1 Reports and Records General, the following are all true with regards to signatures:

1. Members below rank of BC shall use full civil service name 2. Signature indicates approval unless otherwise noted 3. In the case of "non-concurrence" with the content of an F-225, intermediate ocers shall type "See attached F-225" in their signature block and attach an F-225 cover letter with additional information as appropriate.

According to MOPS Volume 5, 9/1 Reports and Records General, use of rubber stamp signatures by officers for official communications requires approval of:

Fire Chief

According to the MOPs Volume 5, 9/1 Reports and Records General, a permanent Department form will have an "F" prefix preceding a number. Occasionally when it is necessary to field test a form before making it permanent, it will have ______ after the form number and the test period will be _________.

"Temp" 6 months or less

According to the MOPs Volume 5, 9/1 Reports and Records General, at the time of retirement, each member's Personal Record Book will be:

Presented to the member

According to the MOPs Volume 5, 9/3 Reports and Records Files, Fire Prevention Occupancy Record Cards (F-173 and F-173A) shall be maintained for a period of ________ from the date of making such record.

Not less than 3 years

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the Hose and Salvage Cover Record (F-128) is kept in/at:

Book 55

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, an F-215 Equipment Loan Receipt is to be retained:

Until equipment is returned

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, an F-215 Equipment Loan Receipt has how many copies?

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-377 Bi-monthly Preventative Maintenance Record is retained:

Last 6 copies in Log Book at all times

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-377 Bi-monthly Preventative Maintenance Record, forward one copy to Battalion Commander:

Within first 2 weeks of the month

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-377 Bi-monthly Preventative Maintenance Record, reserve apparatus shall receive an F- 377 completed every:

4 months

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-377 Bi-monthly Preventative Maintenance Record, all preventative maintenance should be inspected for each apparatus as applicable. Items in good condition are to be marked with _____ in designated column.

O.K.

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-377 Bi-monthly Preventative Maintenance Record is completed on

Network Staffing System

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-380 is ________ and retained for a period of _______.

Apparatus Yearly Mileage; 1 year

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-620 Accident Procedure Packet is retained:

Permanently

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, when filling out the F-620 Accident Procedure Packet, a Form Gen 88 is initiated by _____ and the packet requires how many copies?

Driver of the apparatus 5

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, when filling out the F-620 Accident Procedure Packet, a Form Gen 88 shall be forwarded within ____.

24 hours

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, a Form Gen 84B is:

Information regarding witnesses at an accident involving a city vehicle

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, when filling out the F-620 Accident Procedure Packet, the F-150 (Accident Report) is initiated by:

Investigating officer

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-701 is ___________, retained ______ in the ________ and initiated by _____.

Statistical Info; Permanently; Log Book; S&M

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-702 is _________, retained _________ in the __________ by the _________

Assignment Record Permanently Log Book Concerned Officer

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-704 is ____________, retained ___________ in the _________.

Apparatus Maintenance Record; Until filled, discard after 1 year; Log Book

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-705 is _________, retained _________ in the __________ by the _________

Apparatus Repair Record; Permanently; Log Book; Member

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-706 is _________, retained _________ in the __________ by the _________

Battery Record; Until filled, discard when filled; Log Book; Member

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-708 is _________, retained _________ in the __________.

Apparatus Inventory Record; Permanently; Log Book

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-710 is _________, retained _________ in the __________ by the _________

Tire Record; Permanently; Log Book; Member

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, in filling out the F-710 Tire Record, the odometer reading is when:

Each tire is added

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, according to the F-731 Driver License- Apparatus Operator Qualification, once a member is certified to tiller an apparatus:

That member is certified only on the specific apparatus listed

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, what are Steps 1 through 6 of the F-972 Daily Pre-Trip Inspection Record

1. General Overview 2. Engine Compartments 3. Cab Check 4. Brakes 5. Lights 6. Walk Around Inspection

What is included in Step 1 General Overview of the F-972?

Review Past Records Leaks and Obstructions Windows and Mirrors Wiper Blades and Arms Doors and Compartments Power Door Locks

What is included in Step 2 Engine Compartments of the F-972?

Engine Oil Level Coolant Level Power Steering Fluid Level Transmission Guide Level Batteries Belts Hoses Electrical

What is included in Step 3 Cab Check of the F-972?

Dash Lights / Warning Indicators Gauges, Fuel (check for normal) Heater / Defroster / AC Horn / Siren * Radio, Handheld Radio, & Battery Seat Belts Stick Shift & Clutch Operation

What is included in Step 4 Brakes of the F-972?

Brakes / Rotors / Hoses * Air Brake Test (COLA) * Parking Brake *

What is included in Step 5 Lights of the F-972?

Emergency Lights * Headlights (low / high beam) * Running lights / Reflectors Turn Signals / 4 Way Flashers Brake Lights *

What is included in Step 6 Walk Around Inspection of the F-972?

Tires (CID) * Wheels / Wheel Lugs * Suspension / Axles * Steering Components * Transfer Valve / Water Tank Compartment Inventory

What 11 items constitute an Emergency Repair on the F-972?

1. Horn / Siren * 2. Brakes / Rotors / Hoses * 3. Air Brake Test (COLA) * 4. Parking Brake * 5. Emergency Lights * 6. Headlights (low / high beam) * 7. Brake Lights * 8. Tires (CID) * 9. Wheels / Wheel Lugs * 10. Suspension / Axles * 11. Steering Components *

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, F-972 Daily Pre-Trip Inspection Record, when inspecting the tires, "CID" stands for:

Condition Inflation Depth

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, how many F-973 are there for the Aerial apparatus of the LAFD?

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-974 is used for:

Reserve Apparatus

According to the MOPs Volume 5, FORMS, the F-979 is completed for:

Self Contained Breathing Apparatus Inspection Checklist

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 6, a good attitude makes up ___% of safe driving practices.

60%

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 6, perception time is the time from sighting a situation to the time that you recognize the situation. As an average, it is considered that perception time is approximately ___ second.

3/4

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 6, reaction time is the time a situation arises to the time the driver identifies the hazard, predicts its influence, decides on an action, and begins executing that action. For the alert driver, reaction time is about ___ second.

3/4

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 6, there are how many rules to the Smith System & what are they?

5 1. Aim High In Steering 2. Get The Big Picture 3. Keep Your Eyes Moving 4. Leave Yourself An Out 5. Make Sure They See You

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 6, a safe following *1/1 distance can be determined using time. Due to the size and weight of today’s fire apparatus and rescue ambulances (i.e., truck ___ tons, engine - ___ tons and rescue ____ lbs.) additional stopping time and distance is required. A safe following distance is using the ___ second rule.

24 tons; 16 tons; 6,000 lbs 3-second rule

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 7, at 60 mph what will be your perception-reaction time, braking distance, and stopping distance?

66' 466' 532'

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 7, at 30 mph what will be your perception-reaction time, braking distance, and stopping distance?

33' 115' 148'

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 7, at 15 mph what will be your perception-reaction time, braking distance, and stopping distance?

17' 30' 47'

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 7, what is the NUMBER ONE RULE OF EMERGENCY DRIVING?

Leave yourself an "out" at all times

According to TB 032, Chain Saw, trouble shooting a flooded cylinder, the procedure involves:

1. Place on/off switch in "off" position 2. Push in choke - ensure that choke is not engaged 3. Pull starter cord 4-5 times 4. Turn switch "on". Use normal starting procedure

According to TB 032, Chain Saw, during extended cutting operations, check tension ___________.

every few minutes

According to TB 049 Polychlorinated Byphenyls, the D.O.T. placarding for PCBs is:

There is no DOT requirement

According to TB 104 Urban Search and Rescue, in a confined space incident, what positions must be trained to the Confined Space Rescue Operations Level for "permit required" confined space rescues (OSHA)?

Rescue Team Leader Attendant Rescue Team Atmospheric Monitor

According to TB 127 Inspection Cycles & Inspection Guides for Apparatus, PPE, and SCBA, Company Commanders and Battalion Commanders should provide ___ time for undercarriage cleaning when possible and may need to adjust inspection schedules to accommodate cleaning.

CAV

According to TB 127 Inspection Cycles & Inspection Guides for Apparatus, PPE, and SCBA, the areas to be lubed with hand pumped lube guns only are:

All steering connections with rubber "boots"

According to TB 127 Inspection Cycles & Inspection Guides for Apparatus, PPE, and SCBA, who schedules a 4-month Undercarriage Inspection? choose the most complete answe

S&M and subsequent by the BC

According to TB 127 Inspection Cycles & Inspection Guides for Apparatus, PPE, and SCBA, side slide pads on the aerial should be inspected when the ladder is:

Fully extended

According to the MOPs Book #3 Rules and Regulations, acting officers shall

1. Have the authority of the positions in which they are acting, be charged with knowing the responsibilities of their positions, and be held accountable for the proper execution of the duties of the rank in which they are acting 2. Be accorded all the privileges pertaining to the positions they temporarily occupy, and be obeyed and respected accordingly 3. Carry out standing orders of the regular officers whose positions they occupy, unless otherwise ordered by superior officers 4. At fire or other emergencies yield command to regularly appointed officers of the same rank in which they are acting

According to the MOPs Book #3 Rules and Regulations, apparatus operators shall

1. At all times, drive and operate apparatus in a safe manner, with due regard for the welfare of the public and the Department. 2. Under the supervision of their respective commanding officers, be responsible for the condition and operation of apparatus to which they are assigned and shall be held strictly accountable for the readiness of such apparatus for service. 3. Acquaint themselves with the topography, physical conditions, street named, numbers, locations, and other matters affecting response in their first-alarm districts. Have a general knowledge of their greater alarm districts. 4. When assigned as pump operators, be familiar with Department practices and procedures relative to water supply, hose streams, pump operation, and other essentials to enable them to efficiently perform their duties.

According to the MOPs Book #3 Rules and Regulations, apparatus operators shall have a ________ knowledge of their greater alarm districts.

general

According to the MOPs Book #3 Rules and Regulations, all members shall respond to all fires or emergencies to which they may be dispatched or detailed, and exert their greatest effort to perform to the best of their ability under all circumstances; ________, _________, or ________ of members in the performance of any of their duties is sufficient cause for disciplinary action.

Negligence Inefficiency Indifference

According to the MOPs Book #3 Rules and Regulations, when 2 or more members subordinate in rank to Captain find themselves in a position which requires initiative action, accept the command of ________ member, who shall assume such command until relieved by an officer or acting officer.

senior

According to the MOPs Book #3 Rules and Regulations, all members shall notify their commanding officers within twenty-four hours of any change in __________.

residential address and phone number

According to the MOPs Book #3 Rules and Regulations, all members shall keep their persons, uniforms, beds and lockers in a neat and clean condition; persistence in uncleanliness or offensive habits ___________.

being cause for disciplinary action

According to the MOPs Book #3 Rules and Regulations, all members shall carry their _____________ at all times except when it is not practical to do so, such as when participating in athletics, when wearing full turnout clothing, etc.

fire department identification cards

According to the MOPs Book #3 Rules and Regulations, all members shall, refrain from engaging in any occupation or activity for compensation which will conflict with the City’s interest or detract from such member’s efficiency to the City. Prior to engaging in outside employment or activity for compensation, members shall certify as to the nature of such involvement and receive written approval of the _________ or that person’s designated representative.

Fire Chief

According to the MOPs Book #3 Rules and Regulations, members shall be governed by the following rules with respect to political activities: The _________ shall not be used to attempt to influence the vote of any person for or against any candidate for public office or for or against any ballot measure. (all of the following except)

Apparatus

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 8 Apparatus Spotting and Placement, what are basic guidelines for an effective foundation for spotting.

Is my crew safe? Is the apparatus safe? Can I operate effectively? (hose lines, aerial, etc)

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 8 Apparatus Spotting and Placement, who is responsible for the apparatus placement at the scene of an emergency?

The Driver and Captain share responsibility

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 8 Apparatus Spotting and Placement, with concern for spotting a truck, the Apparatus Operator should consider this to see if the apparatus will be used in the incident.

What type of building? Is it multi-story? Is there a potential life hazard?

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 8 Apparatus Spotting and Placement, an Un-reinforced masonry building (pre-1933) can collapse and fall a horizontal distance of __________.

equal to or greater than the vertical height of the building

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 8 Apparatus Spotting and Placement, when spotting to a commercial building with nothing showing, spot ____________.

as if there is or will be an actual fire

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 8 Apparatus Spotting and Placement, during non-emergency spotting remember

Observe all vehicle code provisions including parking restrictions Be aware you are in the public eye at all times Stay off of parking structures

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 9 Tillering, the LAFD prefers tractor drawn aerial ladder trucks for what reasons?

1. Maneuverability on narrow streets. This allows for safer emergency and non-emergency driving 2. Greater STABILITY in turns at higher speeds 3. Greater stability during aerial operations can be gained by jackknifing the truck 4. The Tillerman can assist the A/O in "spotting" the truck and observing for overhead obstructions 5. The presence of a Tillerman provides an increased safety margin during backing operations

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 9 Tillering, what is oversteering? To avoid this, it is important to _____________ before the truck has completed the turn.

Allowing the trailer to move well past an "in-line" position after a turn; beging straightening the tiller wheels

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 9 Tillering, what is overtillering?

When the Tillerman turns the steering wheel unnecessarily

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 9 Tillering, the recommended method for the tiller member's hand position when backing is:

Both hands at bottom, palms up

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 9 Tillering, a tiller trainee should sit as an observer a minimum of how many times before then practicing in an empty lot?

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 9 Tillering, something not addressed by Module 9 is:

The emergency incident responsibilities of a Tiller member

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 10 Commercial Pre-Trip Inspection, prior to a pre-trip inspection test, the examiner must check:

Brake lights, emergency flashers, turn signals, horn, and splash guards (if required)

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 10 Commercial Pre-Trip Inspection, the amount of allowable play in the belts from the center deflection is?

3/4"

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 10 Commercial Pre-Trip Inspection, with regard to brake slack adjusters, the push rod should not move more than _____ when pulled by hand (with the brakes released).

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 10 Commercial Pre-Trip Inspection, minimum tread depth on all tires except steering axle tires is:

2/32

According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, Module 10 Commercial Pre-Trip Inspection, when checking steering play on an apparatus with power steering, play should not exceed ___ degrees or about __" on a 20 inch wheel.

10; 2"

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 5 Water Utilities, mains in the City of Los Angeles can vary in size from ___ to ___ inches.

2" to 72"

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 5 Water Utilities, service lines can vary in size from ___ to ___ inches.

1/2" to 18"

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 5 Water Utilities, with regards to shut off valves, there are indicating and non-indicating valves. Examples of indicating valves are:

Outside stem & yolk (OS&Y) Post-indicator valve (PIV)

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 5 Water Utilities, pressure reducing valves (normally used in domestic services) commonly reduce pressure between ___ and ___ psi in dwellings.

40 and 80

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 5 Water Utilities, with regards to stopping leaks in a commercial urinal or toilet, remove the cap over the relief valve and use a _____ to turn the relief valve screw ______.

slow-head screwdriver; outward

According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual Ch 5 Water Utilities, with regard to shutting of sheared hydrants, a cap covering the gate valve is __" in size and usually painted blue.

According to the 2006 and 2009 American LaFrance LTI Log Books, the min oil psi at idle is ___ and at rated RPM is ___

10; 30-45

According to the 2000 to 2009 American LaFrance LTI Log Books, the fuel tank capacity is:

65 gallons

According to the all American LaFrance LTI Log Books, when checking the electrical system at high idle, the system should maintain _____ volts minimum and ____ volts minimum with the engine and all electrical accessories off.

13.7; 12.9

According to the all American LaFrance LTI Log Books, with regards to jump starting the apparatus, in order to not damage electrical components voltage supplied to the system should not exceed:

16 volts

According to the 2006 & 2009 American LaFrance LTI Log Books, during a cold check of the transmission fluid using a manual method, the fluid temperature needs to be between ___ and ___ degrees.

60 and 120

According to TB 048 Engine Brake "Jake Brake", the Jake Brake will activate or deactivate in less than:

1/4 second

According to TB 048 Engine Brake "Jake Brake", on a Detroit Diesel Engine equipped with an automatic transmission and Jake Brake will have how many switches to control the system?

According to TB 048 Engine Brake "Jake Brake", do not engage the Jake Brake on wet streets. This can cause which set of wheels to lock up and cause skid?

Duals

According to TB 069 Maxi-Force Air Bag System, the high pressure regulator needs to be set between ____ and ____ psi.

125 and 135

According to TB 069 Maxi-Force Air Bag System, do not inflate a bag over ___ psi without a load.

According to TB 113 Introducing the Alameda Corridor, which part of the Alameda Corridor project consists of a 10 mile trench?

Mid-corridor

According to TB 113 Introducing the Alameda Corridor, the key that accesses the Alameda Corridor is:

ACTA

According to TB 113 Introducing the Alameda Corridor, along the trench section, ladders are located one every ____ feet.

1000

According to TB 113 Introducing the Alameda Corridor, dry standpipes are located every ___ feet.

500

According to TB 149 Residential Sprinkler Systems, head temperatures range from ___ to ___ degrees.

135 to 175

According to Book 29, working knowledge of building construction provides the foundation for effective, timely, and safe operations in what areas?

Structural Integrity Ladder Placement Forcible Entry/Search & Rescue Ventilation Feasibility

According to Book 29, as architects reduce mass and change chemical composition of building materials, we are losing one of our most valuable factors: _____

Time

According to Book 29, what is a size-up?

A mental evaluation that assists in determining a course of action and the methods necessary to accomplish a desired goal

According to Book 29, one of the first considerations of a size-up should be _______ & ________, which indicate what 5 things?

Type & construction; 1. Rate of burning 2. Possible avenues of fire spread 3. Problems that will have a direct impact on efforts to confine a fire 4. Structural integrity 5. Time necessary to conduct safe fireground operations

According to Book 29, size-up focuses on what 4 areas?

1. Construction Styles 2. Roof Styles 3. Construction Methods 4. Age of the building

According to Book 29, mill/timber construction members may be ____ for strength

8" x 8"

According to Book 29, a single lightweight truss structural member can span ___

70'

According to Book 29, the standard for lightweight construction is:

2x3s and 2x4s

According to Book 29, conventional construction utilizes a minimum of ____

2x4s

According to Book 29, the ability to accurately estimate the amount of time that a structure can be considered structurally strong is dependent on the following 3 factors:

1. Type of construction 2. How long fire has been burning 3. Fire intensity

According to Book 29, what are the size styles of roofs?

Flat Gable Hip Arch Bridge truss Sawtooth

According to Book 29, on gable roofs, __ gauge "roof truss clips" may be found nailed to the bottom chord every ____ trusses

18; 3-5

According to Book 29, what size and spacing are conventional gable roof rafters? Ridge size? Decking size? Strong areas? Lightweight rafter sizes?

Rafters: 2x6 or larger, 16-24", 36" for steep pitch Ridge: 1x6 or rafters butted together Decking: Newer roofs use 3/8" or 1/2" plywood instead of 1x4 or 1x6 space sheathing Strong: Ridge & load bearing walls Lightweight: 2x3 or 2x4 metal gusset plate trusses

According to Book 29, hip roofs have what size rafters & spacing? Ridge board size? What are the strong areas?

Rafters: 2x6 or larger Spacing: 16"-24" on center, rough cut 2x3 or 2x4 36" on-center for steep pitch Ridge: 2x6 or larger Strong: Ridge, valley/hip rafters, load bearing wall

According to Book 29, where is a valley rafter used?

Where 2 roof lines join together

According to Book 29, bridge truss roofs are used on commercial buildings during what year?

1930s and 40s

According to Book 29, bowstring arch roofs are built on small/large commercials in what year?

1930s, 40s, and 50s

According to Book 29, what size are the truss members on bridge trusses? Rafter size? Sheathing?

Truss: 2x12 Rafters: 2x6 or larger Sheathing: 1x6 straight or diagonal

According to Book 29, what are the sizes of truss members, rafters, and sheathing on bowstring arch roofs?

Truss: 2x12 or 2x14 Rafters: 2x6 or larger Sheathing: 1x6 straight or diagonal

According to Book 29, what size is the framing and decking on a lamella arch roof?

Framing: 2x12 Decking: 1x6

According to Book 29, the hazards of a lamella arch roof include total roof collapse if fire removes more than __% of the roof structure from the "________" effect

20%; domino

According to Book 29, what is the primary hazard of a tied truss roof?

Early failure of metal tie rods and turnbuckles

According to Book 29, on a tied truss roof, what size are the top chords, rafters, sheathing, and tie rods?

Top chords: Laminated 2x12s or larger Rafters: 2x10 or larger Sheathing: 1x6 straight or diagonal Tie rods: 5/8" diameter

According to Book 29, what is the difference between a tied truss roof and a bowstring/lamella roof?

It is an arched roof that uses metal tie rods to offer lateral support for the walls of the building

According to Book 29, a conventional flat roof has what size rafters and sheathing?

Rafters: 2x6 and larger Sheathing: 1x6 or 3/8"-5/8" plywood in newer applications

According to Book 29, what size are rafters and sheathing on a sawtooth roof? Sawtooth roofs are constructed the same today as it was during what year?

Rafters: 2x8 or larger Sheathing: 1x6 or 1/2" plywood in newer roofs 1930s and 40s

According to Book 29, on an open web roof, what size are the steel web, steel pins, spacing, and span?

Steel web: 1-2" cold rolled steel tubing Pins: 1" Spacing: 24" Spans: Up to 70' using a single 2x4 or (2) 2x3s as top and bottom chord members

According to Book 29, what size are the chords, stem, and spacing on Wooden I Beam roofs?

Chords: 2x4s but 2x3s are common Stem: 3/8" Spacing: 24"

According to Book 29, a panelized roof beam may be made of __________ in what size and spacing and may be bolted together in lengths well in excess of ___.

Laminated wood or metal 6x36 12' to 40' 100'

According to Book 29, a metal gusset plate roof has what size trusses, decking, and span?

Trusses: 2x4s Span: Up to 80' in flat roofs Decking: 1/2" plywood, dwellings use 3/8" or 1/2"

According to Book 29, on an open web bar joist, what size are the top/bottom chords, web supports, span, and spacing?

Top/bottom chords: 1/8" steel Web supports: 5/8" solid steel bar Span: 45' Spacing: 8'

According to Book 29, what is the size and spacing of purlins on a panelized roof?

4x12 8' centers

According to Book 29, metal beam buildings vary from __ stories to the tallest high rise

According to Book 29, Robertson Decking is an air entrained mixture of ________ pumped over ______ wire mesh to a thickness of ____.

sand, cement, and occasionally pea gravel 4x4 or 6x6 3-4"

According to Book 29, concrete tilt-up buildings can be up to __ stories in height

According to Book 29, metal beams can expand __" per 100' which can push out walls

According to Book 29, brick buildings before 1930s are _________ and after 1930s are ________

an accident waiting to happen very stable

According to Book 29, what are the characteristics of pre-1933 URM buildings?

1. Sand and lime mortar 2. Lack of rebar 3. 13" thick walls 4. Parapets can be 3' above roof line or 5' or more if used as a facade 5. Floor/roof joists are "let" into exterior walls 6. Floor/roof joists are "fire cut" 7. Straight roof sheathing

According to Book 29, what are the characteristics of post-1933 brick buildings as a result of what earthquake?

1. 9" thick walls 2. Walls reinforced with rebar 3. All joists/rafters required to be anchored to exterior walls 4. Cement in the mortar 5. Diagonal roof sheathing Long Beach Earthquake

According to Book 29, what are the characteristics of post-1959 brick buildings as a result of what earthquake?

1. 4-6" concrete bond beam cap on top of lowered parapet walls along public ways and exits 2. Parapet walls not higher than 16" including bond beam cap 3. Rafter tie plates every 4' Tehachapi Earthquake

According to Book 29, what are the characteristics of post-1971 brick buildings as a result of what earthquake?

1. Anchoring walls to floor and roof systems 2. Strengthening roof construction (plywood, metal straps) Sylmar Earthquake

According to Book 29, URM buildings will share all or a portion of what trademarks? Which are still visible even with a fancy/better quality brick on the front?

1. Rafter-tie plates 2. Bond-beam cap on parapet walls and over windows between the 2nd floors of multi-story buildings 3. Deeply recessed window frames allowing 8" of brick return 4. Windows with arched or straight lintels 5. Lime mortar is white, porous, sandy, and may be easily rubbed away 6. King row every 4-7 rows 1, 2, 3

According to Book 29, Earthquake Ordinance Modifications may include:

1. Add steel bracing form parapet walls to roof structural members 2. Metal straps across the width of the roof and attached to opposing walls. Usually ⅓ the length of the building back from the front and rear walls 3. Remove layers of comp and cover sheathing with ½” plywood, then recover with comp

According to Book 29, what are the hazards of URM buildings?

1. Wall, roof, and floor collapse 2. URM held together with lime, mortar, and sand creates a weak wall, especially after mortar has deteriorated with age and/or is subjected to heat from a fire 3. Buildings were originally designed so that floor/roof joists would pull out from walls in a fire 4. When rafters/joists are anchored to walls, collapse is enhanced during fire conditions 5. Additional collapse hazard can result from arch type roofs (bowstring, tied truss, and lamella) on URM construction 6. When arch roofs, particularly bowstring and tied truss, are modified per Earthquake Ordinance, additional roof stability provided by plywood/metal straps can increase the potential for collapse of FRONT/REAR walls 6. Collapsing truss connected to HIP rafters will push hip rafter outward and also push corresponding wall outward with considerable force 7. Exterior walls may collapse outward a distance equal to at least the height of the wall 8. Primary danger from collapse are front/rear walls, secondary danger are side walls 9. Safe areas are: corners of building and distance at least equal to the height of the walls away from the building

According to Book 29, URM exterior walls may collapse outward what distance?

Equal to at least the height of the wall

According to Book 29, during retrofit modifications consider what?

1. Vertical openings 2. Holes in floors/ceilings 3. Building materials in hallways 4. Stairs removed 5. Metal straps across the width of the building and 3-4’ from walls are hard on power saws 6. Decking comprised of sheathing, plywood, and comp. Extra “thickness” of decking will not enhance “feeling” the rafters with a power saw

According to Book 29, what are the 4 important areas of a facade?

1. Overhang 2. Facade height 3. Supported/unsupported 4. Height from roof

According to Book 29, Bungalow and Balloon construction occurred in what year and is primarily utilized in single family dwellings and multi-story habitational occupancies up to __ stories.

1920s, 30s, 40s 4

According to Book 29, what type of wiring is found in balloon construction buildings?

Knob and tube

According to Book 29, what size are bungalow studs/rafters and ridge?

Studs/rafters: 2x3 or 3x4 Ridge: 1x6 or 2x4s butted together

According to Book 29, curtain construction can be about ___% faster than conventional construction and steel exposed to fire or sufficient heat beings to lose structural integrity at _____ F

60% 1000

According to Book 29, what general time periods are there to classify buildings?

Pre-1933 1933 to late 1950s 1950s to present

According to Book 29, the impact of lightweight construction on fireground decisions must address 4 areas:

Identification Communication Time Operations

The content of the Manual of Operation shall supersede any conflicting information except for the ___________ or pending amendments resulting from directives issued in a __________. 0/1

Rules and Regulations; Weekly Bulletin or Special Notice

The MOPs numbering system is used for each ________, _________, __________, and ___________. 0/1

Category, chapter, section, sub-section

Certain future reference material issued as part of the Department library will use the numbering system, but will be preceded by the letter __. 0/1

Any member recognizing material in the MOPs which is believed to need revision, should report to the ___________ Section by forwarding an _____. 0/1

Planning; F-41

What sections/bureaus will maintain information posted to the Intranet and placed in the Library? 0/3

Administrative Services Bureau Management Information Section Planning Section

Rules and Regulations set forth the rules and regulations governing members of the LAFD as established by the ________. 0/3

Board of Fire Commissioners

Manual of Operation sets forth the policies and procedures of the Department as directed by the _________. 0/3

Fire Chief

Special Orders are a directive issued by the ______ for the administration of Department affairs. Generated & updated annually by ________. 0/3

Fire Chief; Planning Section

Special Notices are issued by the __________ to announce addition/modification/deletion of material in the Library and are retained _______. 0/3

Administrative Office; Forever

Official Notices are issued by an ________ for the guidance and instruction of members. Does not affect the library. If of such importance, should be delivered by requesting through EOps that MFC generate a __-bell message. Retain ____________, then may be removed from Intranet.

authoritative Department source; 4-bell; Until usefulness has passed

Unofficial Notices are notices of events, classes, or activities that are open to all members. Not officially sanctioned by the Department. Shall not be posted more than ___ days prior to the date of the event. Shall be posted in text format only. No cartoons/drawings/pictures. Members wishing to post may send text to the respective ____________. 0/3

90; Operations Office, Community Liaison Officer, or Planning Section

It is imperative that all supervisors access the “LAFD Intranet” ________. 0/3

continuously throughout the day

Publications, additions, or amendments to the library will be issued accompanied by a _________ announcing availability of new material. 0/3

Special Notice

Reference Material Requiring 1 hard copy per work location:

Book 31 LA County Paramedic Pharmacology Handbook Book 33 Pre-Hospital Care Policy Manual Book 34 EMT-Paramedic Skills Manual

Reference Material required to be carried on apparatus:

Book 35 EMS Field Manual Book 77 CNG Field Service Guide Book 79 Metro Rail Inventory System Manual Book 84 Field Operations Book

NFPA Journal should be retained ______ from publication date

3 years

Fire Service & EMS Magazines should be retained ____ from publication date

1 year

National Fire Code should be retained ________

until replaced with revised edition

Commanders of subdivisions receiving requests or renewal of subscriptions for professional publications shall forward to _____________

Administrative Services Bureau

Prior to department-wide inspections, ____________ shall check library for its condition and completeness

responsible officers

Only hard copy materials that are an official component of the library and are not published electronically on the Intranet need be _________. 0/3

inspected

Department manuals shall be identified on the inside of the front cover by the application of a ________ label with the Department subdivision’s title printed in ink. 0/3

gummed

Information in body of any Notice or attachments to _____________ shall not be used as the basis for writing test questions for promotional exams. 0/3

Official/Unofficial Notices

Attachments to _________ MAY form basis for promotional exam test questions, once it has been included in the library. 0/3

Special Notices

Bulletins normally contain items of ___________. Informative in nature and may be used to give background to manual changes and orders. All Bulletins are included in the Reference Material of the Library. 0/3

temporary usefulness

What are the 4 types of bulletins? 0/3

Administrative, Departmental, Safety, Training

Administrative Bulletins are issued by the Administrative Office and retained ________. 0/3

until cancelled

Departmental Bulletins may originate from any Bureau but routed/approved by ________ and retained _______. 0/3

EOps & AOps; until cancelled

Safety Bulletins setting forth recommended safe practices pertaining to various subjects are filed in Book ___ and retained ________.

75; until cancelled

Training Bulletins are issued by _____ and retained _________. 0/3

ISTS; until cancelled

Each time a report or record is required, members should assume that a _________ is involved and refer to “Reports and Records”. 0/3

special procedure

___________ shall be responsible for all journal entries and __________ shall make entries into additional journals. 0/3

Concerned officers; Responsible members

A/O Questions Flashcards

A/O Study Program Quiz #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9Book 29 - Ch. 1TB 48F-972Volume 1: 0/1, 0/3 (626 cards)