brooklyn 16 100 question review Flashcards
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Question 1:
Which choice below contains incorrect information regarding the established procedure for addressing a failure of part of an Alarm Box system?
A: The Dispatcher will notify the Engine Company, normally assigned “First Due”, to place an OUT-OF-SERVICE sign on the affected box(es).
B: Ladder companies may be directed to replace Engine Companies in the performance of placing OUT-OF-SERVICE signs on the affected box(es) or may be directed to assist Engine Companies.
C:A supply of OUT-OF-SERVICE signs and attachment materials will be stored at each Battalion headquarters. Company Officers shall contact their administrative Battalion to request the appropriate number of signs that need to be posted. In the event that the administrative Battalion cannot be contacted, the administrative Division will provide the signs.
D:Company Officers shall notify the Dispatcher when the posting of OUT-OF-SERVICE signs has been completed.
Explanation:
In the event that the administrative Battalion cannot be contacted, an ADJACENT BATTALION will provide the signs.
Comm Ch 1 1.7.1
Question 2:
The most correct action you took during a Buckeye Pipeline operation can be found in which choice?
A:You ordered one of your FFs to insert the two and one-half foot long wrench with a female fitting into the valve box onto a male square fitting and turn clockwise 84 full turns to shut off the valve
B: Being in a Ladder Company responding from quarters on the second alarm for a street box associated with a leak, ordered your FFs to place additional cans of foam on the apparatus
C: You hung up on the wall an extra set of wrenches in the company office so all relocate officers can easily identify
D:You went against the required duties as per the Instruction Card, and ordered your FFs not to shut the valve due to the need to protect life in a serious life threatening situation
Explanation:
AUC 149 Buckeye Pipeline
A- Three and one-half foot long wrench/ 42 full turns/84 half turns…….LIC Terminal 24 full turns/48 half turns…..2.3.2
B- Engine Companies….4.12
C- On the wall near the HW desk, or some other prominent location easily visible, and clearly marked…4.5
D- 6.1
uestion 3:
Two members of a Queens Engine Company were discussing Steam operations when one made an incorrect comment. Indicate the incorrect statement.
A: Steam pressures in generating plants can be as high as 2,000 psi with temperatures reaching 900ºF. Steam pressures in the buried supply piping and in supplied buildings can be as high as 170 psi and temperatures as high as 350ºF.
B: Escaping high pressure steam can hurl debris at 200 mph. Anyone in the vicinity of the break is in danger of being struck by flying, high velocity debris.
C: A ruptured steam main could be the result of a terrorist attack. Monitor for the presence of radiological contaminants. Responding units shall monitor radiation detection devices upon receipt of an alarm for a ruptured steam main.
D:In an emergency, members may shut the Outside Service Valve. It will be labeled and sealed. If possible, wait for Con Ed steam personnel to shut the necessary valves.
Explanation:
In an emergency, members may shut the Inside Service Valve. It will be labeled and sealed. If possible, wait for Con Ed steam personnel to shut the necessary valves.
There is a building steam shutoff located outside the building. FD members should SHOULD NOT attempt to shut this valve. This valve should ONLY be shut by Con Edison steam personnel.
EP Steam 2.2, 4.2a, 4.4, 5
Question 4:
You are working in E-100 during the 9x6 tour in the great Borough of Staten Island when you receive a ticket for a brush fire at the intersection of Tompkins ave and Hope lane. Upon arrival, you transmit a 10-75 for a large brush fire exposing several occupied private dwellings. The only tactic you carried out correctly at this incident can be found in which choice?
A: You concentrated on mobility, and avoided hooking up to a hydrant
B:Did not concentrate on mobility. Instead, you hooked up to a hydrant and protected exposures
C: In an attempt to protect exposures, you set up a water curtain using fog lines to break-up the heat waves generated by the fire
D: After protecting exposures (life not in danger), you attacked the fire from the head (front)
Explanation:
AUC 151 Brush Fire Operations
A- First protect exposures…5.4.1
B-5.4.2
C- Attempting to break-up heat waves by using a water curtain is generally ineffective. Instead, utilize streams to apply water directly onto exposures….5.4.17
D- Attack the fire from the flanks and attempt to narrow its spread, eventually heading it off…5.4.9
****If necessary to operate in front of the fire (only to protect life) sufficient charged lines must be in place and capable of protecting operating forces
Question 5:
EMS borough frequencies are available on Engine and Ladder Fire apparatus in their Borough Dispatch radio, allowing Fire units to communicate directly with EMS dispatchers. Of the following choices, which is not in accordance with Department policy?
A: When deemed necessary by the IC, these frequencies may be used to communicate critical information; they are not to be used for routine requests. Transmissions on these frequencies should be in plain speak language (do not use “10” codes, fire jargon, etc).
B: Typically, EMS units operate on one of the EMS borough frequencies. When assigned to a 10-75, EMS units will switch to and monitor EMS-CW1.
C: When transmitting on the EMS citywide frequency, include the unit calling, address of the incident including cross streets (do not use Box Number) and relevant critical information.
D:Direct communication with the EMS citywide dispatcher does not need to be repeated to the FD borough dispatcher; a single transmission on either frequency is appropriate.
Explanation:
Direct communication with the EMS citywide dispatcher DOES NOT relieve units of their responsibility to maintain communications with the FD borough dispatcher as per existing Fire Department procedures. This includes transmitting all appropriate signals, progress reports and unit status as necessary.
Comm Ch 14 Add 1 2.5, 3.2, 3.7, 3.8
Question 6:
Phase A has just been implemented for a severe snow storm that is about to strike the NYC metropolitan area. You call your chauffeur to the office and ask her to place additional equipment on the apparatus. Choose the incorrect additional piece of equipment she put on the apparatus.
A:10 extra lengths of 2 1/2 hose, rolled or folded
B:Extra MASK
C: 2 shovels
D: Containers of salt and/or sand
E: Vehicle recovery strap with shackle
Explanation:
To be placed on Ladders and Engines
1- At least 6 extra lengths of 2 1/2 hose, rolled or folded
2- 2 shovels
3- Containers of salt and/or sand
4- Vehicle recovery strap with shackle
5- Tire chains, spare links and link tool
6- Specialized hydrant connection set-up as determined by individual commanding officers
AUC 200 sec 3.3.3
Question 7:
Which one of following conditions is indicative of a Major Gas Emergency?
A: Any damage to major components of the gas infrastructure (i.e., a Master Meter servicing many appliances, gas service pipe, Main Valves, Distribution Mains, etc.)
B:Indications of gas migrating into a building from an outside source.
C: Gas present in one or more subsurface structures (manhole, sewer, etc.)
D:10% LEL or greater in an unvented, subsurface structure (manhole, sewer, etc.)
Explanation:
-SERIOUS damage to major components of the gas infrastructure (i.e., a Master Meter servicing many appliances, gas service pipe, Main Valves, Distribution Mains, etc.)
-10% LEL or greater detected outside or inside.
-20% LEL or greater in an unvented, subsurface structure (manhole, sewer, etc.)
-Gas present in two or more subsurface structures (manhole, sewer, etc.)
-Indications of gas migrating into a building from an outside source.
-Gas leaking inside of a structure and the controlling valve cannot be located or is inoperable.
Gas leaking or present inside of a wall or void in a structure.
EP Gas 5
Question 8:
You are working in L-200 during the 6x9 when you walk down stairs into the kitchen and see alcohol on the table. You look around and reasonably suspect that all the members of L-200 have been drinking. The correct course of action for you to take in this situation include all of the following except?
A:Notify the Inspector General (IG)
B: Notify the administrative Battalion
C: Document the incident in the company journal
D: Prohibit on and off-duty members from leaving premises, immediately relieve the on-duty members from emergency response duty, and place the affected Unit OOS
Explanation:
Bureau of Investigations (BITS)
AUC 202 sec 5.5
Know this section
Question 9:
Proper communications are critical to the success of any operation. Of the following choices, which is incorrect?
A: Handie-Talkies and cell phones shall not be used within 150 feet of vehicles transporting explosives, explosive magazines, or areas where blasting operations are in progress.
B: Apparatus, Post and Marine radios shall not be operated within 300 feet of vehicles transporting explosives, explosive magazines, or areas where blasting operations are in progress.
C: The Incident Commander of an operation must notify the dispatcher by radio that a fire is suspicious prior to leaving the scene. If, after leaving the scene, information becomes available which indicates that the fire is suspicious, the Incident Commander shall immediately notify the dispatcher and the Bureau of Fire Investigation, by telephone, that the fire has been declared suspicious.
D:Upon notification of a defective/non-operating apparatus radio, the Division shall supply the affected unit with a portable citywide radio. During response, the affected unit will use the citywide radio in lieu of the non-operating apparatus radio for all communications to the borough dispatcher. The citywide radio shall be carried/worn by the company officer at all times.
Explanation:
The citywide radio is NOT to be carried/worn by the company officer; it shall REMAIN IN THE FRONT CAB of the apparatus and serve as a communication link from the unit to the borough dispatcher.
A) Note: In addition, Handie-Talkies shall not be operated in a building in which police personnel are searching for an explosive device.
Comm Ch 8 8.4.5, p 8-12, 8.14.4, 8.14.5
Question 10:
The Department has issued an unlimited use FDNY Metrocard to each unit. These cards are to be used for access to the subway system only during fires and emergencies. Lt Metro working in E-500 made the only correct statement in regards to the Metrocard in which choice?
A: If the apparatus is taken OOS and a spare is issued, the chauffeur shall ensure that the Metrocard is removed from the assigned apparatus and secured on spare apparatus
B: Once each day, the officer on duty shall record an entry in the Company Journal stating that the assigned Metrocard is accounted for and on apparatus
C:When a Metrotech is reported lost, stolen or damaged, the officer on duty shall immediately notify administrative Battalion
D:When a Metrotech is reported lost, stolen or damaged, the officer on duty shall file a police report and complete a Lost Property Report
Explanation:
AUC 207 add 3
A- If the apparatus is taken OOS and a spare is issued, the OFFICER shall ensure that the Metrocard is removed from the assigned apparatus and secured on spare apparatus…3.3
B- After each roll call….3.6.1
C- FDNY Resource Center….3.6.3
D- 3.6.4
Question 11:
You are an S/A officer working in Engine 99 and you are assigned on a 1076 for a fire on the 45th floor of a mega high-rise building. Your company is tasked with supplying the standpipe Siamese at the correct pressure. The building has low, mid, and high-rise standpipe zones. The low supplies floors 1-44, the mid 45-70 & the high zone 71-100. Which of the following is the correct choice for supplying the system?
A:Supply the system at 300 psi using the low standpipe zone.
B: Supply the system at 400 psi using the mid standpipe zone.
C: Supply the system at 300 psi using the mid standpipe zone.
D:Supply the system at 350 psi using the low standpipe zone.
Explanation:
ENGINE COMPANY OPERATIONS CHAPTER 9
The fire floor is 45. Supply Siamese is determined by the floor the company is hooking up on which would be below 45. 9.3.12 Table & 9.3.14 It is imperative that once the fire floor is confirmed, the ECC supplies the correct riser that is feeding the floor outlet the attack hose line is connected to
Question 12:
The correct notification to the Bureau of Investigation and Trails (BITS) that must be made immediately can be found in which choice?
A:On-duty confrontation between FDNY members and members of the NYPD
B: Follow-up information regarding the arrest of a member
C: Preference of charges against a member
D: Misuse or misappropriation of the Departments time
Explanation:
B, C, D, are written notification to BITS
Immediate Notifications:
1- On-duty incidents involving possession or use of drugs or alcohol
2- Physical altercations among members, serious confrontations with civilians, dangerous misuse of Department vehicles
3- Arrest of Department employees
4- On-duty confrontations between Department members and members of the Police Department, or other government agencies which may lead to possible disciplinary
AUC 268A sec 3 and sec 4
ON EVERY EXAM
Question 13:
What is the primary Interoperability channel to be used with cooperating agencies in the NY region?
A: UTAC 41D
B:UTAC 42D
C:UTAC 43D
D: UTAC 40D
b 42 d Explanation:
Comm Ch 14 Add 4 2.1
Question 14:
Lt Topper is working in L-200 during the 6x9 tour when she decides to check the training schedule for the next day (9x6). She discovers that L-200 has rope training at Randalls Island 1000-1230 hrs. To ensure L-200 arrives for training at the appropriate time, the correct time L-200 must leave quarters by with the day tour members can be found in which choice?
A: 0900 hrs
B:0915 hrs
C: 0930 hrs
D: 0945 hrs
Explanation:
Units scheduled for such activities must leave from their quarters, with the day tour members no later than 0915 hours or night tour members no later than 1815 hours
AUC 287 sec 5.1.3
Question 15:
All choices below correctly describe a New Law Tenement except?
A: Generally six or seven stories high.
B: 35’ to 50’ wide and 85’ in depth.
C:The first floor (cellar ceiling) is of fireproof construction and unpierced. The entrance to the cellar is by way of interior stairs.
D:The second means of egress is either another stairway or an exterior fire escape. The fire escape is more generally found in these buildings.
Explanation:
The first floor (cellar ceiling) is of fireproof construction and unpierced. The entrance to the cellar is by way of EXTERIOR stairs.
MD 2.2
Question 16:
Ticket reads as follows: E100, E200, E300, TL500, L600, B1…..CIDS MD 4 STY 40X80 CL3-SPKLR IN BSMT-FRONT AND REAR FE-EFIS PRESENT ON ALL SIDES ……..The run is for a fire on the 3rd floor in Apt 3D. You are now 10-84, and transmit the 10-75 for a fire on the 3rd floor of a 4 sty occupied multiple dwelling.. The ticket is filled out and E400 and L700F are now on the box. In addition to the 10-75, what resources are needed for a fire in this type of building?
A:Extra Engine only
B:Extra Engine and Ladder
C: Extra Engine and Tower Ladder
D: Extra Tower Ladder only
Explanation:
Upon transmission of signal 10-75 for a fire in an EFIS buiding, an additional Engine and Ladder shall be special called. The special called Ladder shall be a Tower Ladder if one is not assigned on the first alarm assignment. EFIS in the CIDS and TL500 is 1st due on the ticket
AUC 362 sec 2.8
Question 17:
Which of the following patients would be considered “potentially unstable” according to the CUPS criteria in the CFR-D bulletin?
A:Inability to move any part of the body
B: Poor general impression
C: Responsive but unable to follow commands
D: Difficulty breathing
Explanation:
CFR-D Manual Chapter 2
A. 3.14 CUPS Criteria
B. Unstable
C. Unstable
D. Unstable
Question 18:
After extinguishment, a firefighter’s job is not yet complete. Which consideration below regarding overhaul is incorrect?
A:Wooden structural members that are deeply charred should never be removed from the building.
B: The removal of involved materials to enclosed shafts or roofs of setbacks is not to be permitted.
C: Before the Department leaves the premises, all broken glass must be trimmed from window frames. Additionally, replace or position all drop ladders.
D: Lintels in brick walls over exterior doorways and windows should not be removed, regardless of charring.
Explanation:
Wooden structural members that are deeply charred MAY be removed from the building. Those that have merely been scorched or on which the paint has been blistered shall be left in the apartment for possible reuse.
Lads 3 9.3, 9.8, 9.9, 9.15
Question 19:
Upon notification of an alleged incident of harassment, discrimination, and/or retaliation of an kind by a member, the Officer on duty is required to follow the procedures set forth by the FDNY. Choose the incorrect procedure.
A:Listen objectively to the complainant. If the alleged incident is EEO related, the Officer on duty shall forward an EEO complaint form via the chain of command to the EEO Officer
B: Explain that complaints will heard and issues dealt with within a timely, sensitive, confidential, but firm manner
C: Notify the EEO Officer. Strict confidentially is to be maintained. After a conference with the EEO Officer, the alleged incident will be dealt with on a need to know basis
D: Provide a copy of the Fire Department’s Equal Employment Opportunity Complaint procedure
Explanation:
Listen objectively to the complainant. If the alleged incident is EEO related, the EEO Officer shall be contacted immediately. Interrogations or investigations of alleged incident(s) shall not be initiated, except if requested by the EEO Officer or Bureau of Investigations and Trails (BITS)
NOTE: A complaint must be filed with the Fire Department EEO Officer within 1 year from the date the alleged harassment/discrimination occurred
Training Bulletins EEO-1 sec 7.2
Question 20:
FDNY operations in buildings equipped with Auxiliary Radio Communications Systems (ARCS) are correctly described in all choices below except?
A: The 1st arriving Ladder Officer will activate Building ARCS (1620 Key or ON/OFF switch) at the Fire Command Station, if so equipped, and instruct the member designated to staff the Incident Command Post to monitor the tactical and/or repeater channel/relay messages.
B:The 1st arriving Ladder Officer will remain on Channel 1 or switch his/her HT to the Building duplex UHF radio repeater channel (Channel 11 / Channel 12), or acquire an in-house radio for the investigation team, as appropriate.
C:The 1st arriving Ladder Officer will ensure a functional test is performed after leaving the lobby.
D: The 1st arriving Ladder Officer will notify the Dispatcher for re-transmittal to all incoming units if the Building duplex UHF radio repeater system and Channel (11 or 12) have been activated or in-house radios are being used.
Explanation:
The 1st arriving Ladder Officer will ensure a functional test is performed PRIOR TO leaving the lobby.
Comm Ch 13 3.1.1
Question 21:
You are taking up from a HRFPMD fire where your unit deployed the K.O. Curtain in an effort to prevent the wind from blowing fire back into the fire occupancy. In regards to the K.O. Curtain, the only correct procedure you followed after the fire can be found in which choice?
A:Upon completion of operations where the K.O. Curtain has been deployed, the Ladder Company Officer of the K.O. Curtain will secure the K.O. Curtain until the arrival of the Safety Battalion
B: Ladder Company Officer will conduct any required investigation and then turn the K.O. Curtain over to Research and Development (R&D)
C:Upon completion of operations where the K.O. Curtain has been deployed, the Ladder Company Officer of the K.O. Curtain will prepare a brief letterhead report to Chief of Operations via chain of command
D: Ladder Company Officer to secure a replacement K.O. Curtain from the administrative Battalion
Explanation:
Training Bulletins Tools 2 sec 6
A- IC will do this
B- Safety Battalion will do this
C- Correct, also send a copy to the Chief of the Fire Academy
D- Administrative Division
Question 22:
To provide easy access and reduce unnecessary damage to NYCHA building entry doors, key FOBs have been issued to all FDNY units. Of the following choices, which is incorrect?
A:These key FOBs will grant universal access to all NYCHA buildings.
B: Should the key FOB fail to unlock the door, it can be unlocked remotely by NYCHA Security by calling the 24 hour NYCHA Emergency number directly or through the dispatcher
C: Should the key FOB fail to unlock the door, units can seek assistance from the building management office at the premise location.
D:NYCHA Elevator Machinery Room Keys with individual serial numbers have been issued to all units. These serial numbers shall be entered into the Office Record Journal.
Explanation:
NYCHA Elevator Machinery Room Keys have been issued to all units. These keys are standard issue and do NOT have serial numbers.
MD Add 4 2.1
Question 23:
The most correct description of the High-Rise Nozzle (HRN) can be found in which choice?
A:Supplied by a 2 1/2” hoseline, the High-Rise Nozzle will produce flows of 200-225 gpm at 70 psi nozzle pressure with water flowing
B:Putting the High-Rise Nozzle into operation will require the services of two engine companies equipped with roll-ups, standpipe kits, forcible entry tools including a rabbit tool and the High-Rise Nozzle
C: If multiple rooms are involved, it will not be necessary to reposition the nozzle to ensure complete knockdown of the fire due to the extensive reach of the stream
D: The High-Rise Nozzle will only be placed into operation at the direction of the Fire Sector Superviso
Explanation:
Training Bulletins Tools 7 Data Sheet 17
A- 50 psi at nozzle, 70 psi at standpipe outlet with 3 lengths, and 80 psi with 4 lengths…4.3
B- Correct…5.6
C- WILL be necessary to reposition the nozzle to ensure complete knockdown of the fire. If this is the situation, start with the window that the wind is blowing into and extinguish the fire in this room first. Then move to the other windows downwind of the original fire room and complete knockdown of the fire….5.12
D- The High-Rise Nozzle will only be placed into operation at the direction of the IC…5.1
*** HRN is an 8 foot long aluminum pipe with a 68 degree 2 foot bend. HRN is attached to a standard 2 1/2” FDNY shut-off. The shut-off is permanently attached to the nozzle. It has a 1 1/8” MST (removable). The HRN is checked weekly during MUD and before use…sec 4
***May have to be stretched 3 floors below..5.7
*** The supply line must be attached to the HRN before the nozzle is slid out on the window sill for use…5.10
Question 24:
In which choice below is an “Urgent” more appropriate than a “Mayday?”
A: Collapse Imminent
B: Unconscious Member
C:Loss of Water
D: Lost Member
Comm Ch 9 9.4.1, 9.4.2