Everything Flashcards
According to the 2006 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, when the truck is short-set, the Rotation Limiting System will prevent the aerial from swinging past the centerline toward the short-set side up to how many degrees in order to allow for cradling?
4 degrees
According to the 2000 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, when the batteries are off, what still draws amps?
MDT
According to the 2000 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, after the battery voltage drops to a preselected setting, the engine throttle will be increased to compensate for the low voltage and electrical system loads. What is the preselected setting?
12.8 volts
According to the 2016 Pierce Heavy Duty Tiller Logbook, Table 6-1 Safe Operating Limits, what is the truck slope range of degrees to have half aerial capacity based on the side-to-side setup?
5° to 8°
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual CH. 3 Smoke Removal, while using positive pressure, if any fire does begin to accelerate or spread, it can easily be controlled by all of the following
-Extinguishing the fire
-Reducing the RPM of the blower
-Increasing the distance between the overhaul area and the blower
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual CH. 1 Ventilation Technique, a 45-degree “inspection” cut will ensure the saw will intersect a structural member. When the saw makes contact with a rafter, roll over the rafter and continue the cut for approximately how many inches?
6 to 10 inches
According to Book #83 Fire Investigation Manual, what type of heat transfer is most responsible for fire spread in structural fires?
Convection
According to TB 032 Chain Saw, what is a prime consideration when strip ventilating?
Trade “space for time”
According to TB 172 Electric/Hybrid Vehicles and Lithium-Ion Battery Safety, when responding to an electric/hybrid vehicle fire, if you detect leaking fluids or hear bubbling noises from the battery you should do all of the following
-Cut the “First Responder Loop”
-Open vehicle trunk
-Don full PPE with SCBA and “go on air”
According to DB 21-08 Brush Fire Operations-2021, Attachment G, how many Light Forces are dispatched to a brush fire on a Red Flag Day?
1
According to DB 19-13 Reducing Occupational Exposure to Fireground Contaminants and Carcinogens, the IAFF states that in 2017, what percentage of all firefighter line of duty deaths were attributable to cancer?
74%
According to TB 084 Metrolink Commuter Train, the Control Cab is identified by what identifier under the window?
f
According to Book #98 Earthquake Emergency Operational Plan, all are operational modes
-normal
-expanded
-disaster
According to Book #37 Hazardous Materials Operational Plan, what type of extraction is it when the risk is anywhere from low to high and the benefit is unknown?
Responder Rescue
According to DB 15-11, Risk Management Policy and Firefighter Emergency/Mayday Procedures, during a Mayday proximity companies must consider all of the following
-The location of the member requiring rescue
-Their location
-Time “on air”
According to TB 021 Ladder Pipe Operation, the angle of ladder inclination should preferably be ___ degrees from horizontal, and limited to not more than ___ degrees.
75, 80
According to Book #8 Driver’s Training Manual, all questions/answers should be considered when spotting an aerial ladder truck
According to Book #99 Brush Fire Operations Manual, ______________ are the updrafts that are found in and beneath growing cumulous clouds.
Thunderstorm Winds
According to the MOPS Volume 2 4/1 General, each member reporting for duty shall be responsible for all of the following
-Placing their PPEs in the proper location
-Placing their own “Passport Accountability System” magnetic strips on their assigned apparatus in an approved location
-Being prepared for immediate response
According to the Incident Response Pocket Guide (IRPG) 2022 Edition, all of the following are included in leader’s intent
-End State
-Task
-Purpose
According to the Discrimination Prevention Policy Handbook (DPPH), who is responsible for preventing sexual harassment?
All members
According to the MOPS Volume 2 3/1-65.04 DELIQUENT MESS PAYMENTS, Station Commanders should be notified of any member that has failed to make a payment for _____ or more shifts.
5
According to Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, when entering a structure or room, the following three factors usually determine the path of search
-Information gathered from IC and firefighting personnel.
-Searching an area that is unknown for a potential victim by turning either left or right
-Location of interior fire attack lines, for last known location.
According to Book #75 Accident Prevention and Safety Manual, in Safety Bulletin 4 Heat Exhaustion : LAFD-Heat-Injury-Illness-Prevention-Program, when a heat stroke occurs, the body temperature can rise to _____ or higher within 10 to 15 minutes.
106°F
According to the 2016 Pierce Heavy Duty Tiller Logbook, the transmission fluid must be hot to obtain an accurate check, because the fluid level rises as temperature increases. To perform a HOT CHECK, what is the normal operating temperature range that the engine must be at?
160° to 200° F
In the 2003 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, Tip Loading Capacity Chart, when the aerial is at full extension, at what elevation and above can you have 500 lbs at the tip and a water tower operation
46°
According to TB 010 Litter Basket, perform evolutions in each of the three types of rescue problems. Load rolls of hose in the basket to simulate a 180 lbs. patient. How many sections of 2 1/2” should you use?
3 rolls
According to TB 032 Chainsaw, proper chain tension adjustments are made in the following manner
-Loosen drive sprocket cover nuts.
-Grasp tip of guide bar and raise to remove slack between guide bar and mounting studs.
-Adjust tension screw, located inboard of the guide bar on the front of the chain saw. Turn clockwise to tighten
According to TB 067 Holmatro Rescue Tool, the Telescopic Ram model 3340 has 1st stage force of how many lbs? And a second stage force of how many lbs?
49,210 lbs and 18,210 lbs
According to TB 067, Holmatro Rescue Tool, accessories such as the HR22 Ram Support cutting tips, chain shackles and chains shall be inspected when?
Monthy
According to TB 044 Rotary Saw, Flooding procedures, the following are procedures to clear the combustion chamber of a flooded chamber
-Ensure the Choke is pushed in
-The half throttle is engaged
-Pull starting cord and cycle the saw quickly about 4-5 times
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 how many feet away from any part of a structure?
10 feet
According to the MOPS Volume 6 Fire Prevention, guy wires, rods, aerial or antenna masts may be attached to a roof structure having a slope of less than _____degrees provided there is full clearance of _____feet or more between the roof and said obstruction. Fill in the blanks
30; 7
According to TB 127 Inspection Cycles and Inspection Guides for Apparatus, PPE, and SCBA, side slide pads and load transfer pads on newer LTI and American La France ladders must be checked for excessive wear and evenness of wear. When should slide pads be inspected?
When ladder is fully extended
In Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, when in Deployment Mode or immediate rescue – Companies dispatched or assigned rapid intervention may find themselves involved in the immediate rescue of members upon arrival on scene of an incident. For this reason, the following RIC operations shall be followed and/or considered:
-An immediate plan must be in place for your RIC to be effective
-Success may be dependent on the approximate location of the trapped member(s) being known
-Companies must have a plan for the immediate tools needed to attempt a rescue
According to the MOPS Volume 5 Forms, what form number is the Bi-Monthly Apparatus Inspection checklist?
F-977
According to the 2009 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, the quick build up feature allows the vehicle to be driven even though the front brake section may not have sufficient air pressure to enable sustained or full force braking. Use extreme caution when operating the vehicle with either airbrake section charged to less than_____psi or property or personal injury could result. Fill in the blank
60 psi
According to TB 061 Scrubber Systems, who will probably be the first to discover a scrubber system and what should they do to minimize hazardous exposure to our personnel?
Ventilation Team; communicate their findings to the IC
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, who can shut down a transmission or distribution gas line?
Gas Company
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, Gas Equipment and Meters, what identifies a branch service?
A ring on the stopcock
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, Rope Systems, for a tensionless hitch or “no knot” any anchor point should have at least how many wraps? A small diameter anchor point will require more or less wraps?
3 wraps; more
According to Book #30 Standards of Command, the first six (6) Standards of Command must be addressed immediately, anytime there is an assumption of Incident Command. What are the six standards of command?
-INCIDENT OBJECTIVES, STRATEGY AND INCIDENT ACTION PLAN
-COMMUNICATIONS
-ASSUMPTION OF COMMAND
According to TB 090 Fire Burns, conditions for this event develop before Firefighters enter or while they fight fire in the early stages as superheated smoke particles build up and are forced into enclosed, hidden areas. It often occurs after unsuccessful ventilation and extinguishment operations have been underway for some time.
Smoke Explosion
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, all of the following are responsibilities of Lobby, except?
Control of reserve and rehab personnel
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, elevator ascent during investigations or firefighting operations shall only be used when the reported location is at what floor?
above the sixth (6th) floor
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, the requirement of Smoke Control Systems (Uniform Building Code) in high rise buildings has eliminated the requirement of the installation of tempered glass in what year?
Post-1996
According to TB 140 Elevator Operations at High Rise Incident, when the elevator is placed in Phase II “Override phase” and multiple floor buttons have been selected, the elevator is designed to stop at which floor selected? At that time, all other selections are what?
Closest floor selected; cancelled
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual CH. 2 Building Construction, what is the purpose of the Tie rods on a Tied Truss Arch Roof?
Tie rods with turnbuckles are used below each arch member to ensure the arches do not push the exterior walls outward.
According to Book #29 Truck Operations, Building Construction, after the 1971 Sylmar Earthquake A Committee was formed to evaluate these buildings and review current building codes. What were the retroactive correction (s) required for these unreinforced masonry buildings?
Anchor the walls to the floor and roof systems; strengthening roof construction (plywood, metal straps, etc.)
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, Portable Monitor, at what angle of degrees (the angle at the elevation safety stop) approximately 82% of the nozzle reaction force is acting sideways on the base of the portable monitor.
35 degrees
According to Book #70 Multi-Casualty Incident Operational Manual, the Simple Triage and Rapid Treatment (START) plan allows the first responders to triage patients in 60 seconds or less, depending on three simple observations.
-Ventilation
-Perfusion
-Mental status
According to DB 22-02 High Visibility Vest, if an HVV is damaged, defaced, faded, torn, and not visible at how many feet? When shall an HVV be sent in to Supply and Maintenance Division for replacement?
when not visible at 1,000 feet
According to the MOPS Volume 3, a two-member operation used where conditions require the careful placing of a salvage cover to avoid displacing or damaging goods. Counters or tables displaying fragile merchandise are best covered by this method.
Counter Pay-Off
According to the MOPS Volume 3, Tools and Equipment, what is the size of a floor runner?
6’x18’
According to the MOPS Volume 3 Ladders and Evolutions, when necessary ladders of wood construction may be maintained by what Department specifications?
Carefully scraped and lightly sanded. Minimum of two coats of clear finish
According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/4 Ropes and Knots, when tying a load releasing hitch, after you flip the munter over the second carabiner you shall take both lines that exit the munter hitch and wrap them around the line between the carabiners. How many times do you wrap it?
three to six times
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, depending on the type of fire, concentrations of carbon monoxide within the range of 500 parts-per-million (ppm) to 1200 ppm are easily obtainable during overhaul operations. Measurements during actual overhaul operations have indicated that positive pressure can easily reduce carbon monoxide concentrations of 1000 ppm to approximately how many part per million?
130 ppm to 220 ppm.
According to the MOPS Volume 3 Tools and Equipment, bolt cutters are used for cutting all of the following
Iron bolts
Steel cables
Bars
In Book #6 AOTM, when operating on an incline with the truck inline and parallel with the curb, the rungs will be tilted at any time that the ladder is raised to any position not inline with the truck. To compensate for excessive street grades how should the operator spot?
If headed uphill the operator should stop short, if headed downhill the operator should pull pass
According to TB 033 Pneumatic Power Chisel, the pneumatic power chisel will cut through a mild steel plate. what is the thickness it can cut through?
one-quarter inch thick
In Book #100 High Rise Manual, if needed who can relieve Lobby Control of the responsibilities associated with monitoring and maintaining the buildings built-in fire control, life safety, HVAC systems, communications and elevator systems?
Systems Control
According to Book #75 Accident Prevention and Safety Manual, Safety Bulletin 5, razor ribbon on parapets: All of the following tools may be used in a bridging operation to descend on to a roof, except?
-Two ground ladders in a stepladder configuration to bridge a parapet fence
-A roof ladder may be used from the end of the aerial ladder to descend to the roof
-Floor runners, salvage covers, or rubbish carriers
In TB 127 Inspection Cycles & Inspection Guides for Apparatus, PPE, and SCBA, in all cases when using power washers for undercarriage cleaning, lubrication should be done when?
same day cleaning takes place, and in no case later than the next day
According to the MOPS Volume 5, in the F-972 which of the following is an immediate repair?
Headlights (low/high beam)
According to TB 065 Vehicle Battery Systems, when the apparatus is out of service for an extended period of time and the on-board battery charger cannot be plugged in, the radio “cut off switch” must be turned off to avoid running down the batteries after how many hours?
10 hours
According to the 2016 Pierce Heavy Duty Tiller Logbook, when does the low fuel warning light illuminate?
When the level in the fuel tank has dropped to the 1/8th tank mark
According to TB 032 Chainsaw, all of the following are weekly checks,
-Perform Daily Checks
-Inspect starter chord for fraying and contamination
-Check chain tension and readjust if necessary
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, based on the type of occupancy and incident, what is the often the most advantageous and the best method for removal of large quantities of water?
Channel water into stairwell
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual: Vent pipes travel vertically through a structure (pipe alleys) and can become an avenue for fire to travel. If vent pipes appear to be growing, what does this indicate?
The roof has sagged or dropped
According to the 2003 American LaFrance LTI Logbook, what is the engine coolant temperature normal operating range?
160° to 210° Max 230°
According to Book #11 Communications, do all of the following
-Speak in a normal, firm voice and speak clearly
-Listen before talking
-Answer for other units at the scene, if someone is trying to reach them and they don’t answer. However, ensure the appropriate unit receives the message
According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, when water is necessary to use at an electrical fire, the following should be adhered to:
-Utilize a fog stream
-Utilize the 30/33/100 Rule
-Utilize dry chemical or carbon dioxide extinguishers when possilbe
According to Book #29 Elevator Rescue, cutting the gib blocks will not work when:
Elevator car is on the top floor
According to the MOPS Volume 1, 2/3-20.40 the LAFD incident clock is announced every ____ minutes
10
According to Book #29 Building Construction, for size-up considerations there are ____ categories of roofs.
6
According to the Log Book for the 2016 Pierce Heavy Duty Tiller, the elevation range for the aerial ladder is:
-5 degrees to 75 degrees
According to the Log Book for the 2016 Pierce Heavy Duty Tiller, the capacity for diesel fuel is _____ and diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) is _____.
63 gallons and 4.5 gallons
According to TB 127 Inspection Cycles and Inspection Guides for Apparatus, PPE, and SCBA, the scope of the 4 month undercarriage inspection is:
undercarriage, engine compartment, battery compartments, and station yard
According to TB 038 Reciprocating Saw, you can use the saw to plunge cut all
wood
plywood
wallboard
According to DB 13-04 Dangers of Vacant/Abandoned Buildings, when a vacant building is placarded with a red square with a single diagonal white line:
rescue operations should be conducted with caution
According to Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, when in Deployment Mode the following channels should be monitored:
Rescue Tactical Channel (assigned by IC), Emergency Channel 6 and Fireground Tactical Channel if the member is only able to communicate on it
According to TB 020, Fuel conservation/Driving Procedures, a fuel saving tip for non-emergency driving is to abide by the maximum speed limit of ___
55
According to the Log Book for the 2003 American LaFrance LTI, the aerial ladder elevation range is from ____ to_____.
-4 degrees to 75 degrees
According to the Log Book for the 2000 American LaFrance LTI, the first accessory to be “shed” by the Load Manager is:
Air Conditioning
According to the Log Book for the 2003 American LaFrance LTI, the pressure applied to power the aerial into the cradle for travel is:
800 psi
According to the Log Book for the 2003 American LaFrance LTI, the pressure to hoist the aerial ladder should not exceed:
2800 psi
According to the Log Book for the 2002 American LaFrance LTI, the normal operating voltage range is:
12.9 - 14.4 volts
According to the Log Book for the 2003 American LaFrance LTI, the Approaching Jack Knife Indicator Light will illuminate when the tractor and trailer are at what degrees of angle?
65 degree and 80 degree angle
According to the Log Book for the 2016 Pierce Heavy Duty Tiller, the Jack Knife collision warnings activate at what degrees?
65 and 85 degrees
According to DB 18-01 After Action Review Policy and Procedures, the member that should start the AAR with their own challenges, successes and failures is:
The leader of the AAR
According to TB 035 Overhaul Procedures, the types of Overhaul available to the IC are all of the following
Complete Overhaul
Wet Overhaul
Fire Watch
According to TB 069 Maxi-Force Air Bag System, the K-22 Air Bag has a maximum lifting capacity of:
21.8 tons at 118 psi
According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, the voltage is stepped down _____ times in the distribution system before it is delivered to most consumers.
3
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, post 1933 masonry construction exterior walls are to be at least _____ thick.
9 inches
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, steel loses it’s tensile strength at _______ degrees.
1000 degrees
According to Book #99 Brush Fire Operations Manual, when heading to work on a spot fire:
Do not go directly downhill
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, the strengths of a panelized roof are all
Beams
Purlin
Building Perimeter
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, with regards to dicing, after the saw operator makes the ______ cut, the puller can start pulling boards.
3rd
According to TB 005 Automobile Fires and Associated Hazards, when extricating a patient from an auto mobile, a minimum safe work area of _______ feet must be established.
30
According to the Log Book for the 2016 Pierce Heavy Duty Tiller, do not run the EPU for more than _____minutes without allowing an additional _____ minutes for cooling down.
30,30
According to DB 15-11 Risk Management Policy and Firefighter Emergency/Mayday Procedures, if after ______ “Mayday” 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.
two (2)
According to the MOPS Volume I 1/3-80.30, the following are the primary duties of an Apparatus Operator. Which one of the following is not a primary duty?
Planning and Coordinating Training with the CII
According to Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, LCES, the Department recognized that there are three additional direct causes of firefighter injury or death in the wildland and added these to LCES. The three additional considerations are:
Location, Conditions, Safety Equipment
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
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 ________; total air horn evacuation signal including periods of silence will last______ seconds.
three times; 50
According to the MOPS Volume I 0/3-10.40, For The maintenance of the Library, the following members in these sections/ bureau will maintain information posted to the Intranet and placed in the Library,
Administrative Services Bureau
Management Information Section
Planning Section
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
According to the MOPS Volume 1, 0/3-51.03, Special Notices are retained on the Intranet ______ and provide a historical journal of changes to the Library.
forever
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. Fill in the blank.
until usefulness has passed
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
According to the MOPS Volume 1, 1/0-07.00, what is goal NO. 2 of the Department?
Develop a system for minimizing the impact of disasters and “other” emergencies on life and property.
According to the MOPS Volume 1, 1/0-25.01, a civilian Board of Commissioners, consisting of ____ members, each appointed for five-year terms, is the____________
5; “Head of the Department”
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 Tactical Channel (assigned by IC),Emergency Channel 6 and/or Incident Tactical Channel
According to the MOPS Volume 1, 0/1- 01.01, what sets forth the policies and procedures of the Department as directed by the Fire Chief?
MANUAL OF OPERATION
According to TB 012 Automatic Sprinkler System, a junior system sprinkler ranges in size from ____ to ____ .
one-fourth of an inch or three-eighths of an inch
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
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
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.
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
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.
Community Liaison Office
Their respective Operations Office
Planning Section
According to TB 012 Automatic Sprinkler System, a “Junior System” is an inexpensive protection for light hazard occupancies where not over ___or ___ sprinklers are likely to operate.
3 or 4
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
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 inches wide by 10 feet long
According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, extremely high voltage is in excess of ______ volts.
60,000
According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, what is the main fire hazard in an electrical vault?
Cooling oil used in transformers
According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, how far and how high have manhole covers been blown away?
75 feet high; 125 feet away
According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, how often does LADWP test the rubber gauntlet gloves and at how many volts?
10,000 volts and every 60 days
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 volts
According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, the primary distribution lines are usually ________ in the LADWP system.
4.8kv
According to TB 008 Electrical Hazards at Fires, LADWP has how many receiving stations?
21
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 amp
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
10
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; AO 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?
50 degrees
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:
According to BK #29 Truck Operations Manual, open web bar joists are spaced _____ feet apart to accept corrugated metal decking covered by alternating layers of tar and tar paper. How many feet apart are they placed?
eight
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-feet
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 Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, what size rafters does a Sawtooth Roof typically have?
2x8 inches or larger
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, when personnel are confronted with a structure fire that utilizes lightweight construction. To ensure effective and safe fireground operations, personnel must address four areas: Identify the area that is not part of the four.
Spotting
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, in open web construction, the steel tube web members are prefabricated from _____ inch cold rolled steel tubing with the ends pressed flat into a semicircular shape with a hole punched through the end.
one to two
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, in open web roof construction, a single 2 x 4 up to ______ feet is made possible by joining different lengths in glued, mitered “finger joints.
70
According to Bk #29 Truck Operations Manual, these buildings were constructed during the 1920’s, 1930’s and 1940’s, and are primarily utilized in single family dwellings and multi-story habitational occupancies up to ___ stories.
Bungalow and Balloon; 4
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, metal gusset plate connectors may vary in size, thickness, and depth of penetration. The most common are ____ gauge steel plates with prongs that produce ____ inch penetration
18 gauge; 3/8
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, in open web roof construction, top and bottom chords are usually made from ____inch steel and web supports are solid ____ inch steel bar.
1/8 inch; 5/8 inch
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, after the Tehachapi Earthquake of 1959, building codes were modified to require the following retroactive correction on existing buildings masonry construction:
Parapet walls should not be higher than 16 inches including the bond-beam cap
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, with regards to a panelized roof, what is the common size for a purlin?
4x12 inches
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, what is the common size for laminated beams on a panelized roof?
6 x 36 inches
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, Lightweight Concrete Roof is a steel or wood sub-structure that is covered by corrugated metal, which is also known as?
“Robertson Decking”
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 _________________. Choose the most complete answer.
Be prepared to stop by removing foot from 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, the following resources are dispatched to “Fire Department Needs Help” calls
1 Light Force or Engine
1 BC
1 EMS
According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/General, a Task Force with 8 members shall run as…
Light Force
Two Engines
According to the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/General, the first officer or member to arrive at an emergency shall do all of the following
Request additional companies or equipment if needed
Establish situational awareness through a “360”
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 any of the following occur
Discharge of firearms at Department apparatus or personnel.
Bombardment of Department apparatus or personnel by missiles which are capable of inflicting bodily injury or damage to equipment.
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…
Administrative Operations 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 and a leader (normally a Captain II or BC)
1 Light Force, 2 Engines, and a leader (normally a Captain II or BC)
According to the MOPS Volume 1 Emergency Operations/Large Scale, the LAFD incident clock is at an interval of ____ minutes.
10
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 one side on same side of roadway as fire hydrant
According to the 2000 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the ground jack spread when fully deployed is:
16 ft
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 ft
According to the 2000 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the engine oil pressure normal operating range is:
12 psi - 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?
5
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 ft
According to Book #77 Compressed Natural Gas: CNG Field Service Guide, ways to detect if there is a CNG leak are all of the following except:
*
components are hot
According to Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, all of the following are “watch-outs”
You feel uncomfortable
You hear ventilation being conducted behind you
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:
The “two in/two out rule”
According to Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, while in Standby Mode the resources assigned RIC shall monitor the following radio channels
Incident Command Channel
Incident Tactical 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
-The IC shall assign a Rescue Tactical Channel or the RIC shall request a Rescue Tactical Channel from the IC.
-Companies must have a plan for immediate tools and equipment needed
-Success may be dependent on the location of the firefighter being known
According to Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, the “two in/two out” rule states that communication between the 2 member team shall be: all of the following are acceptable answers
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 __________.
1/8 to 1/4 inch
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?
5
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.
30
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 the 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 three principal categories; namely,
Health, Flammability, Reactivity
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, nailing blocks are usually made from a 2”x 4” laid flat between rafters to provide a nailing surface for the edge of the plywood sheathing. A nailing block is usually found every how many feet?
4 feet
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?
Sheathing type and Roof Composition Thickness
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. Fill in the blank.
Third 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; three
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 inches
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 to 3 inches
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, in a panelized roof what is the usual span between lam beams?
12’ to 40’
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, in a panelized roof what is the span between the purlins?
8’
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, a strip ventilation hole, when used in conjunction with _______, can help stop the horizontal spread of fire.
an 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 to 10 inches
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 first 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?
Two 20 pound 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?
The rung at head high or the next higher rung
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?
fourth or most convenient rung
According to TB 165 Illegal Marijuana Cultivation, all of the following are warning signs of an illegal marijuana operation, except?
Abandoned
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 are examples of when to use “EMERGENCY TRAFFIC”
Sudden change in conditions that creates an imminent danger to personnel
In the event of an extraordinary hazard
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 the “L” stand for in “G-R-A-B-L-I-V-E-S”?
Low
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?
45°
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 risk management. All of the following are concepts of risk management
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.
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 risks.
No risk to the safety of members shall be acceptable when there is no possibility to save lives or property.
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 for EMS, 80 seconds for fire suppression
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. Fill in the blank
ten or more minutes
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 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?
Exact Location of the rafters
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 15-19 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?
24 hours
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 Opertion
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 the primary logistical functions are coordinated and administered. Base shall be established:
a minimum of 200 feet away from the incident structure
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, the fire attack team shall be a minimum of how many members?
4
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?
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________: choose the most complete answer
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.
10
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 feet
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, all of the following are responsibilities of Lobby Control except for:
Moving priority equipment to 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 ____ floors to move equipment.
2
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, High Rise building in the City of Los Angeles constructed since 1974 that are over 75’ in height will have all of the following features
Standby and Emergency Power Systems
Building Communication System
Combined Standpipe System
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, all of the following are a part of pre-planning
Physical conditioning
Thorough knowledge of equipment and ability to use it effectively
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 sixth (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 __________.
two-hour protection
According to the 2001 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the Onan generator engine oil pressure at normal operating temperature is______.
28-64 psi
According to the 2001 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the ground jack deployed light activation pressure is ______.
800 psi
According to the 2001 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the aerial ladder when retracted is ______ feet long.
31.8
According to the 2001 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, 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 2001 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the cab instrumentation indicator light for the brake system illuminates when air pressure falls below________.
65-75 psi
According to the 2001 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, under full acceleration (100% pedal travel) the transmission shift points occur at approximately
2100 rpm
According to the 2001 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, “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?
5
According to the 2001 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, with regards to the Telma Retarder, what pressure applied to the brake pedal gives 100% effect?
10 psi
According to TB 035 Overhaul Procedures, the objectives of overhaul are all of the following
To leave the scene undisturbed – insofar as possible
To ensure the fire is out and all potential for rekindle is eliminated.
To identify and preserve all salvageable contents/possessions and minimize further damage to the building and/or materials involved
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, all of the following describes the types and parameters of overhaul options available to the IC
Fire Watch
Thermal Imaging Camera (TIC)
Wet Overhaul
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, 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:
Two or more individuals and may be non-US&R certified if under direction of the Technical Support Leader or 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 and 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 all of the following
Airfield Operations
Airport Police
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 all of the followin
Considered Department records
May not be released outside the Department without permission
May only be shared with other Department members when properly authorized
According to the MOPS Volume I 1/3-80.30, the following are the primary duties of an Apparatus Operator
Assisting in maintenance of quarters and equipment
Operating aerial ladders and small capacity pumps
Fire prevention activities
According to Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, LCES, the Department recognized that there are three additional direct causes of firefighter injury or death in the wildland and added these to LCES. The three additional considerations are:
Location, Conditions, Safety Equipment
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 ________; total air horn evacuation signal including periods of silence will last______ seconds.
three times; 50
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. Fill in the blank.
until usefulness has passed
According to the MOPS Volume 1, 1/0-07.00, what is goal NO. 2 of the Department?
Develop a system for minimizing the impact of disasters and “other” emergencies on life and property.
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 Tactical Channel (assigned by IC),Emergency Channel 6 and/or Incident Tactical Channel
According to the MOPS Volume 1, 0/1- 01.01, what sets forth the policies and procedures of the Department as directed by the Fire Chief
MANUAL OF OPERATION
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 volts
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
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.
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
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
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, 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
10
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 Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, nailing blocks are usually made from a 2”x 4” laid flat between rafters to provide a nailing surface for the edge of the plywood sheathing. A nailing block is usually found every how many feet?
4 feet
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, 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 inches
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, in a panelized roof what is the usual span between lam beams?
12’ to 40’
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, the fire attack team shall be a minimum of how many members?
4
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, during Rapid Intervention Company operations at High Rise, the RIC team may locate in _______________ and report to________: choose the most complete answer
Staging or the floor below, Rapid Intervention Group Supervisor (if created)
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, all of the following are responsibilities of Lobby Control
Recall elevators and provide operators
Stairwell access
Initial Pressurization of Stair Shafts
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, with regards to Ground Support Unit and moving equipment, normally one member is assigned ____ floors to move equipment.
2
According to Book #100 High Rise Manual, all of the following are a part of pre-planning
Time of Day
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 sixth (6th) floor
According to the 2001 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the ground jack deployed light activation pressure is ______.
800 psi
According to the 2001 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the Assignment Record for the apparatus is form:
F-702
According to the 2001 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the cab instrumentation indicator light for the brake system illuminates when air pressure falls below________.
65-75 psi
According to the 2001 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, “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 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, 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 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 first on-scene company to a US&R incident (specifically a Trench rescue) should spot the apparatus to _________________ and _______________.
Not cause a vibration hazard and leave room to spot additional specialized companies
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, all restrained patients shall be transported by what resource?
ALS RA
According to DB 20-09 Use of Recording Devices by Department Members, recordings made while on-duty for Department purposes are all of the following
May not be released outside the Department without permission
May only be shared with other Department members when properly authorized
Considered Department records
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 to 10 inches
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, 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, 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 first 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#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#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
fourth or most convenient rung
According to TB#165 Illegal Marijuana Cultivation, all of the following are warning signs of an illegal marijuana operation
Excessive or robust security
Excessive air conditioning
Covered windows
According to DB 15-11, Risk Management Policy and Firefighter Emergency/Mayday Procedures, the following are examples of when to use “EMERGENCY TRAFFIC”
Sudden change in conditions that creates an imminent danger to personnel
In the event of an extraordinary hazard
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, 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, 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?
45°
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 risk management. All of the following are concepts of risk management
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.
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 risks.
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 all of the following companies at a minimum
Light Force
Engine
Squad and an 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 for EMS, 80 seconds for fire suppression
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 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?
Exact Location of the rafters
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 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 15-19 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?
24 hours
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 the MOPS Volume 1, Emergency Operations/General, when approaching an intersection with a green light, drivers shall _________________. Choose the most complete answer.
Be prepared to stop by removing foot from 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, the first officer or member to arrive at an emergency shall do all of the following
Retain command until properly relieved
Assume command
Request additional companies or equipment if needed
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/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…
Administrative Operations Chief Deputy
According to the MOPS Volume 1 Emergency Operations/Large Scale, the LAFD incident clock is at an interval of ____ minutes.
10
According to the MOPs Volume 1, Emergency Operations / General, if traveled roadway width is 20-28’, parking is permitted:
No parking one side on same side of roadway as fire hydrant
According to the 2000 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the ground jack spread when fully deployed is:
16 ft
According to the 2000 American LaFrance LTI Log Book, the extended length of the aerial ladder is:
94 ft
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, how many forward gears in the Allison World Transmission?
5
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 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 ft
According to Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, all of the following are “watch-outs”
You are working with unfamiliar members
You feel uncomfortable
You hear ventilation being conducted behind you
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:
The “two in/two out rule”
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
Companies assigned RIC need to be given time for Standby Mode and preparation
According to Book #101 Rapid Intervention Company, the “two in/two out” rule states that communication between the 2 member team shall be: all of the following are acceptable answers
radio communication
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?
5
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 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.
30
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 13-04 Dangers of Vacant/Abandoned Buildings, the following symbol “F/E” is used to designate the hazard.
Avoid Fire escapes
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; AO shall remain at the pedestal
According to BK #29 Truck Operations Manual, open web bar joists are spaced _____ feet apart to accept corrugated metal decking covered by alternating layers of tar and tar paper. How many feet apart are they placed?
eight
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-feet
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, what size rafters does a Sawtooth Roof typically have?
2x8 inches or larger
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, in open web roof construction, a single 2 x 4 up to ______ feet is made possible by joining different lengths in glued, mitered “finger joints.
70
According to Bk #29 Truck Operations Manual, these buildings were constructed during the 1920’s, 1930’s and 1940’s, and are primarily utilized in single family dwellings and multi-story habitational occupancies up to ___ stories.
18 gauge; 3/8
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, with regards to a panelized roof, what is the common size for a purlin?
4x12 inches
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, what is the common size for laminated beams on a panelized roof?
6 x 36 inches
According to Book #29 Truck Operations Manual, Lightweight Concrete Roof is a steel or wood sub-structure that is covered by corrugated metal, which is also known as?
Robertson Decking”
According to the MOPS Volume 3, 6/2 Tools and Equipment, the 3 bag Maxiforce Air Bag System is rated at _____ tons.
56
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?
60 degrees
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 breaching a brick wall with the Battering Ram, the hole should be what shape so as not to excessively weaken the wall?
diamond
