Bx Test 9 Flashcards
(40 cards)
The incorrect procedure when using the Positive Pressure Fans (PPF) can be found in which choice?
A: When using the PPFs, pressurize the evacuation stairwell before the attack stairwell
B: When placing PPF from the attack stairway door, the optimum position is 4 to 6 feet with an angle tilt of 80 degrees
C: One PPF can provide the proper pressure in the stairwell up to 10 stories depending on conditions, and two fans will pressurize a 40 story building when properly positioned
D: When using PPFs for negative pressurization, place PPF inside the contaminated area facing the exhaust opening 6-8 feet back and tilted up at an angle of approximately 30 degrees
A
Explanation:
AUC 349
In priority order:
1-Pressurize the attack stairwell
2- Evacuation stairwell
3- Public hallways…..6.5
B- 7.2
C- 7.3
D- 10.2
Your unit is assigned to a 3rd alarm fire in the borough of Brooklyn. You should report to the Staging Area Manager which is?
A: BC01S
B: BC02P
C: BC04R
D: BC06C
B
Explanation:
S - Safety Officer
P - Staging Area Manager
R - Resources Unit Leader
C - Communications Unit Leader
Comm 2 p37 - P
Which of the following operations was incorrect at a high rise office building fire?
A: The first arriving Engine Officer will consult with the first arriving Ladder Officer regarding the location of the fire and available stairways to properly select the attack stairway.
B: The second hoseline was stretched to protect the search and evacuation of the fire floor.
C: The attack stairway needs to be a stairway with a standpipe outlet and should not be a fire tower.
D: Due to the large, uncompartmented areas in these commercial buildings, all hoselines stretched and operated shall be 2 ½” hose.
C
Explanation:
***Recent update
C. The attack stairway does not need to be a stairway with a standpipe outlet. However, the attack stair should not be a fire tower.
High Rise Office 9.3.1
The members of Ladder 99 just returned to quarters from a building collapse where multiple victims with various injuries were pulled from the rubble. Members were discussing the length of time a victim could be trapped before a rescue medic must be given access to the patient. Which statement below is INCORRECT?
A: Victim A who was pinned for 45 minutes suffering minor injuries.
B: Victim B who was pinned for 75 minutes suffering minor injuries.
C: Victim C who was pinned for 15 minutes suffering serious injuries.
D: Victim D who was pinned for 30 minutes suffering serious injuries.
A
Explanation:
FFP COLLAPSE
A is Incorrect - If the victim has been pinned for more than one hour or appears to have suffered serious injuries, a Rescue Paramedic must be given access to the patient as soon as there is access… 11.6 pg 31…
When operating at a Con-Edison facility involving electrical components, all of the following are correct except?
A: Handlines can be used on energized equipment if equipped with a fog tip set at a pattern 30 degrees or greater
B: The decision to apply water streams to electrical components at Con-Edison facilities will not be undertaken by first arriving units
C: The primary means of applying water to energized electrical components is through the use of a Tower Ladder
D: Salt water shall never be used for applying water streams on live electrical components
A
Explanation:
AUC 338
A- HANDLINES SHALL NEVER BE USED ON ENERGIZED ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS AT CON-EDISON FACILITIES ..2.1
B- Above the rank of DC…4.2
C- 5.4
D- 7.3
Immediate entry of an imminently hazardous condition can be accomplished in eCIDS how?
A: Use the eCIDS application to enter the proposed immediate CIDS and change the “CIDS type” dropdown to “Immediate”. Then notify the administrative BC by phone to inform the Chief of the pending immediate CIDS.
B: Fax a paper copy of the CD-201 to the administrative BC and email the Chief, notifying the BC of the condition and need for the pending immediate CIDS.
C: Use the eCIDS application to enter the proposed immediate CIDS and change the “CIDS type” dropdown to “Immediate”. Then notify the administrative BC by email to inform the Chief of the pending immediate CIDS.
D: Fax a paper copy of the CD-201 to the administrative BC and call the Chief, notifying the BC of the condition and need for the pending immediate CIDS.
A
Explanation:
A phone call is required to alert the BC if the need to approve the immediate eCIDS.
Comm 4 4.3.3
An Officer and not less than _____ firefighters, shall perform BISP inspection activities.
A: 2
B: 3
C: 4
D: 5
B
Explanation:
Regulations Ch 12: 12.2.2
Emergency Evacuation Devices are found in various locations throughout the subway system. Which location listed below is an INCORRECT location to find the device?
A: At underground stations, the EED is located at the first blue light location south of the southbound platform.
B: At grade level and elevated stations, the EED is located at the full-time token booth.
C: The EED is located at the base of the Emergency Exit at both ends of each under river tunnel.
D: In Staten Island, EEDs are located near Tower B, at the Saint George Rail Terminal and near the crew quarters at the Tottenville Train Yard.
B
Explanation:
AUC 207 – SUBWAY OPERATIONS
A – Correct – At grade and underground stations 3.1
B – Incorrect – At Elevated stations 3.2
C – Correct – 3.3
D – Correct – 3.5
SOC Support Ladder (SSL) Companies have received basic training in Trench Rescue. At one of these incidents, it would be correct for SSL members to take each of the following actions except?
A: They shall immediately begin scene evaluation and hazard identification through the use of their air monitoring equipment.
B: They shall establish a safe zone around the perimeter of the site, with the prevention of a secondary cave-in as the prime consideration.
C: They will, if possible, begin removing the spoil pile from the danger zone if that has been identified as a problem. They shall take steps to remove unnecessary vehicles and vibrations.
D: They should ensure a stairway, ladder, ramp or other safe means of egress is located in trench excavations that are 3 feet or more in depth so as to require no more than 40 feet of lateral travel for employees.
D
Explanation:
A stairway, ladder, ramp or other safe means of egress shall be located in trench excavations that are 4 feet (1.22 m) or more in depth so as to require no more than 25 feet of lateral travel for employees.
Also…..They shall make the Incident Commander aware of the need for access for specialized rescue vehicles to the perimeter of the trench and assist in maintaining such access clear. They shall operate in full compliance with applicable OSHA regulations.
HM 10 7.4 B
While performing a search during a plane crash, you come across a spherical flight data recorder (Black box). From the choices listed below, what is the correct color of this flight data recorder?
A: International orange
B: Bright yellow
C: Red
D: Black
B
Explanation:
Spherical recorders Bright Yellow
Rectangular recorders are Red or International Orange
AUC 325 sec 6.2.3
You’re the company officer working in Ladder 100. The apparatus was placed out of service and members have just returned to quarters with the spare. They are in the process of placing the portable ladders on the spare apparatus. Which of the following comments is correct?
A: If the ladder cannot be held securely, provisions shall be made to secure the ladder as safely as possible pending repair or relocation of ladder holding devices by on-duty members.
B: If the officer feels the ladder cannot be temporarily secured to the spare apparatus in a safe manner, and there is danger of loss of the ladder during response, the unit shall be placed out of service.
C: When ladders are temporarily fastened to the apparatus, the fastenings must be checked after each response.
D: When a ladder cannot be held securely a requisition shall be forwarded and an entry made in the office record journal.
C
Explanation:
A. …repair or relocation of ladder holding devices by FIRE TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT UNIT.
B. …THE LADDER SHALL BE LEFT OFF THE APPARATUS.
D. …entry made in THE COMPANY JOURNAL.
Portable Ladders Section 5
Hydrant discs should be painted with the company number, Which disc is listed incorrectly?
A: Blue discs shall be placed on partially OOS standpipes and fully OOS sprinkler systems.
B: Yellow discs shall be placed on frozen hydrants (comes in 4 1⁄2” and 2 1⁄2” sizes).
C: Blue discs are not used on hydrants.
D: White discs shall be placed on unserviceable hydrants (comes in 4 1⁄2” and 2 1⁄2” sizes).
A
Explanation:
Eng Ops Ch 3 add 2 sec 2.6 and Ch 3 add 4 sec 2.4.7
Blue discs are reserved for use on partially OOS auxiliary fire protection systems (standpipe and sprinkler systems)
When operating at a three car accident on the Bronx River parkway where the estimated rate of speed is 70 mph, you instruct your FFs to place the furthest flare how many feet back?
A: 550 feet
B: 450 feet
C: 350 feet
D: 150 feet
A
Explanation:
Estimated rate of speed multiplied by the first digit plus 60
70 x 7+60= 550
Remember, its the estimated rate of speed. NOT the posted speed limit
Training Bulletins 8 p-6
Two members discussing flooring in taxpayers agreed on all statements below except which incorrect choice?
A: Flooring can vary in taxpayers. The most common type floors are tongue and groove boards or plywood, supported by wood floor joists.
B: Heavy terrazzo or concrete is sometimes placed over wood joist floor construction, an exceptionally hazardous condition.
C: Paneling under display windows at street fronts can always be removed to offer ventilation and stream operation points for cellar fires. The flooring under the raised display platform is always omitted behind these panels.
D: In newer type taxpayer slab construction, concrete floors are prevalent on ground level with no basements or cellars in the buildings.
C
Explanation:
Paneling under display windows at street fronts can SOMETIMES be removed to offer ventilation and stream operation points for cellar fires. The flooring under the raised display platform is SOMETIMES omitted behind these panels.
B Note: A fire in the cellar may weaken floor supports with little evidence of heat conditions on the first floor. These floors are difficult to ventilate to allow early advance of cellar lines or use of cellar pipes and distributors. Sudden failure due to weight on the floor is possible.
Txpyr 3.9.1-3.9.4
Generally, what is the preferential order for removal of people from a building: **1. Interior stairs **2. Horizontal exits **3. Fire Escapes **4. Ladders **5. Life Saving Rope.
A: 1,2,3,4,5
B: 1,3,2,4,5
C: 1,2,4,3,5
D: 1,3,4,2,5
A
Explanation:
ACRONYMN “I HAVE FIVE LITTLE RATS”
INTERIOR STAIRS
HORIZONTAL EXITS
FIRE ESCAPES
LADDERS
ROPE
Aerial Ladders 6.7
A white line under the number on the barrel indicates the hydrant is _________.
A: on a dead end main and is only supplied from one direction, which may limit water flow.
B: on a dead end main and is supplied from both directions, which may increase water flow.
C: on a larger than normal main and is only supplied from all directions, which will increase water flow.
D: on a larger than normal main and is only supplied from one direction, which will increase water flow.
A
Explanation:
Eng Ops Ch 3 add 4 sec 2.4.1
Choose the incorrect statement when operating at a Compactor/Incinerator incident.
A: For a Compactor chute fire, the first arriving engine company will proceed to the fire floor and stretch a line and operate into the chute to extinguish the fire
B: For a Compactor chute fire, the first arriving OV FF will operate with the engine company to provide access to the chute and check for extension
C: For an Incinerator fire, the first arriving engine company generally will stand fast in the lobby with SCBAs, roll ups, and standpipe kit. Officer can send members to assist the ladder company in search and vent, however, generally the officer and at least 2 men shall remain in the lobby.
D: In City Housing Projects, the chute door on the first floor may be color coded: RED for incinerator, GRAY for compactor
A
Explanation:
Training Bulletins Fires 7
A- One level above….8.2
B- 8.2
C- 4.1
D- 1.3
Suspended ceilings can present a hazard to members operating at a taxpayer fire. Of the following choices, which is incorrect?
A: As many as two or three dropped ceilings may be found in a particular store. These suspended ceilings offer their own collapse potential when loaded with water or weakened by fire and are sometimes blown down by a backdraft in the cockloft.
B: Suspended ceilings are suspended by light wood strips, steel wire or steel bars, all of which are quickly affected by fire.
C: Special care must be exercised when these ceilings are constructed of heavy wire lath and plaster or tin, as these ceilings often fail and fall in one piece over the entire area of a store.
D: These ceilings should not be “punched” with a hook as the multiple layers of tin, sheetrock or tiles may be brought down by such action.
D
Explanation:
These ceilings SHOULD be “punched” with a hook for water detection, to check construction and fire conditions. Multiple layers of tin, sheetrock or tiles may have been affixed together on supports which were not intended to carry such weight.
Also…When initially pulling suspended ceilings members should be in a safe area in case of total failure.
Txpyr 3.8.1, 3.8.2
In old law tenements, the Ladder Company Officer must control and coordinate all ventilation tactics by the inside and outside team. Uncontrolled and uncoordinated ventilation tactics can precipitate rapid fire extension and production of large volumes of smoke, which can endanger occupants and firefighters. Which of the following ventilation tactics is incorrect?
A: Ventilation for extinguishment entails venting window(s) of the immediate fire area as the engine company is extinguishing the fire.
B: When the member on the exterior hears the notification from the engine officer to the IC that they are applying water on the fire, he/she may now ventilate the windows in the immediate fire area.
C: When members wish to perform additional horizontal ventilation away from the immediate fire area, this must be communicated and coordinated by the ladder company officer in the area prior to performing such ventilation.
D: When performing ventilation for search for a known life hazard, this action must be communicated to the ladder company officer.
B
Explanation:
B. Before venting the window(s) the member must communicate with and receive approval from the Ladder Company Officer.
Ladders 3: 5.7.2; 5.7.3
Engine 99 lost their CFR status during the course of the day tour. Which of the following actions taken by the officer was MOST CORRECT?
A: The officer notified the dispatcher they were out of service and again at the change of tours when they were in service for CFR runs.
B: The officer notified the Battalion they were out of service for CFR runs.
C: The officer notified the Division they were out of service for CFR runs.
D: The officer entered the event in the company and office record journals.
B
Explanation:
CFR CHAPTER 2
A – Incorrect – At 0900 & 1800, unit status defaults to normal CFR status 1.8.1 Note.
B – Correct – Notify the Battalion 1.8
C – Incorrect – Companies only notify the Division when they are completely out of service. REGS CH 30
D – Incorrect – The event is only entered in the company journal. 1.8
The FDNY has issued Air-Purifying Respirators (APR) to all field units. The APR consists of the members facepiece, Scott 40 mm facepiece adaptor with a single filter port, and Scott CBRN CAP 1 canister. In regards to the Scott CBRN CAP 1 canister, select the most correct information listed below.
A: The label is olive green and has a seven year shelf life
B: The label is raspberry red and has a seven year shelf life
C: The label is blueberry blue and has a five year shelf life
D: The label is yellow and has a five year shelf life
A
Explanation:
Training Bulletins add 2 sec 8.6
Two members of a SOC Support Ladder Company were discussing OSHA regulations in regard to protecting employees from cave-ins in an excavation and were correct in which statement/s?
1. There shall be an adequate protective system (shoring) unless the excavation is made entirely in stable rock.
2. There shall be an adequate protective system (shoring) unless the excavation is less than 5 feet in depth and examination of the ground by a
competent person provides no indication of a potential cave-in.
A: Neither 1 or 2
B: Only 1
C: Only 2
D: Both 1 and 2
D
Explanation:
HM 10 7.4 A
No member shall enter, leave or operate in an IDLH atmosphere unless the member teams-up with a least one other member and remains in visual or voice contact with that member. The only exception to this Federal mandated standard for the teaming of members, is when a known life hazard is found and immediate action could prevent the loss of life. This does not apply to standard search and rescue procedures. In all incidents of such individual action, the Incident Commander shall forward a report to the ___.
A: Borough Commander
B: Chief of Operations
C: Chief of Department
D: Fire Commissioner
B
Explanation:
Ladders 3: Page 49
All units are 10-84 and in position for a fire in apartment 12C on the 12th floor of a 18 story 100X100 High-Rise Fireproof Multiple Dwelling (HRFPMD). Choose the unit/member in the incorrect position.
A: The FAST Unit and CFR Engine staged on the 11th floor
B: With the door to the fire apartment left open, the first arriving engine charged the hoseline before exiting the attack stairway
C: The 2nd arriving engine obtained the Post Radio from the 2nd arriving BC and brought it to the standpipe outlet where the first hoseline is being connected and established a communications link on the Command Channel 2 if necessary
D: The 1st and 3rd arriving Roof FFs brought the K.O. Curtain to the apartment directly above the fire
C
Explanation:
Multiple Dwellings
A- 6.6.3 staged on the floor below ready for rapid deployment when the fire is above the 6th floor
B- 6.7.3.B
C- Obtain Post Radio from 1st arriving BC …..6.8.2
D- 6.14.4, 6.16.4
