EXAM 19 UPDATES Flashcards
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Question 1: Which one of the following choices is not in accord with FDNY policy for fires in class 2 high-rise multiple dwellings?
A: The 3rd ladder will search apartments above and below the fire as necessary.
B: The 3rd ladder will search all hallways and stairs above the fire on a continual basis.
C:The 4th ladder roof FF will proceed to the apartment directly above the fire with the KO curtain.
D: If the 3rd ladder is operating in the apartment above the fire, the 4th ladder will search all hallways and stairs above the fire on a continual basis.
C Explanation:
Firefighting Procedures, Multiple Dwelling Fires
A-8.8.11
B-8.8.11
C-8.8.11 references sec 6.16.4, 3rd ladder roof firefighter.
The Roof Firefighter shall proceed to the apartment directly above the fire with a KO Curtain, in addition to his/her normal complement of tools, to assist members operating on that floor.
D-8.8.12
Question 2:
If an engine officer discovers contraband (kerosene heater, LPG cylinder without permits) that needs to be confiscated, he shall take all of the following actions except which one?
A:He transported the items to the firehouse, because they were properly contained.
B: He should provide full particulars in the company journal.
C: If the Incident Commander is not a Battalion Chief, request one to respond.
D: Notification to vendors need not be made when an emergency condition exists.
A Explanation:
AUC 5, CH 4, ADD 5, A-3.2, under no circumstances is any unit other than hazmat logistics to transport this contraband B-6.1 C-Top pg 1 D-1.
Question 3: While conducting a drill at a class 2 high-rise residential building, the captain of Engine Company 99 would be right to correct her members on all except which point below?
A: If 4 lengths of hose are required, that particular information, need not be included in the building’s CIDS message. However, if more than 4 lengths of hose is required, that should be identified in CIDS.
B:The fifth assigned/arriving engine is responsible for placing the high rise nozzle into operation.
C: The 3rd engine may need to assist in getting the first line into operation. In this case, the 3rd engine officer must notify the IC and 2nd due engine officer.
D: If the 3rd engine is assisting with the first line, the 4th engine should relieve them, in order to allow the 3rd engine to stretch the second line.
B Explanation:
Firefighting Procedures, Multiple Dwelling Fires A-8.7 top pg 99, More than 3 lengths should be identified in CIDS, NOTE: More than 4 lengths may be required. B-6.11, NOTE: The bulletin indicates the 5th engine to arrive and the 5th assigned engine. The assumption is they are 1 in the same. C-8.7.3, Notify IC and 4th engine officer. D-8.7.4, In this case, 4th engine should stretch a second line.
Question 4:
Which of the following is an inaccurate description of residential fire emergency markings?
A: A star indicates that door is the main entrance.
B:A pentagon indicates that door is a secondary entrance.
C: An arrow pointing up or down indicates the door serves a multi-floor dwelling.
D: Sandwich apartments have no living space on the entrance floor.
B Explanation:
AUC 5, CH 3, ADD 7, A-Table bottom pg 1 B-A triangle, bottom pg 1 C-Bottom pg 1 D-Bottom pg 1
Question 5: At a fire in a class 2 high rise residential building, who must make a determination whether roof access for ventilation will be attempted?
A: The Incident Commander.
B: The 1st due Roof FF.
C: The Fire Sector Supervisor.
D:The First Ladder Officer.
D Explanation:
Firefighting Procedures, Multiple Dwelling Fires A,B,C,D-8.8.2, First Ladder Officer.
Question 6:
Complaints received by units must be inspected within 24 hours. What is an inaccurate point about proper FDNY procedure for handling complaints?
A:After conducting the required inspection the officer shall email the A-17 (interim or final) through the chain of command.
B: After conducting the required inspection, the officer shall fax an unendorsed copy of the A-17 to the BISP unit.
C: If a complaint is received by a unit for a location not in their administrative district, record the particulars in the company journal, and convey all the information to the proper unit by telephone.
D: If a complaint is received for a place of assembly, immediately telephone the administrative Battalion Chief.
A Explanation:
AUC 5, CH 3, ADD 6, A-2.3 Only final reports shall be emailed through the chain of command. B-2.3, Yes FAX (interim or final). C-1.2 D-1.3, The BC will investigate with the admin unit, if a place of assembly. NOTE: Complaint with no access, at least 1 attempt per day for 72 hours. Still no access call BISP unit.
Question 7:
Which of the following is an inaccurate description of fire resistive residential buildings (A.K.A. Class 2 high rise residential buildings)?
A: The majority are 8-18 stories, and some apartments may have more than 30 rooms.
B: They can be as tall as 32 floors with a single stair.
C: The structural elements are constructed of concrete and steel, with some interior wood framing and flooring.
D:Compactor chutes may be present, but dumbwaiter shafts will not be.
D Explanation:
Firefighting Procedures, Multiple Dwelling Fires A-8.3 & 8.3.3 B&C 8.3 D8.3.2 Both may be present.
Question 8: Which of the following actions taken at a class 2 high-rise residential-building fire was not in accord with FDNY protocols?
A: Because no exterior operations were feasible, the 1st ladder Chauffeur (LCC) proceeded to the fire floor to team up with his officer.
B:The 3rd due ladder officer informed his unit that they were responsible to ensure all elevators were recalled and searched.
C: The 2nd due truck officer ordered The 2nd OV firefighter to assist with KO curtain deployment.
D: The 2nd truck officer ordered the 2nd OV firefighter to assist with the search of the fire apartment.
B Explanation:
Firefighting Procedures, Multiple Dwelling Fires A-7.7.2 D B-8.8.6, 2nd ladder ensures all elevators are recalled and searched. C-8.8.8 D-8.8.8
Question 9:
When may an FDNY unit issue a criminal court summons to a city agency?**1-To the custodian or the principal of a school for a locked exit.**2-When directed by the Bureau of Fire Prevention.**3-To a NYCHA manager or super for a standpipe or sprinkler shut-down without prior FD notification.
A: 1 only.
B: 1 & 2 only.
C: 2 & 3 only.
D:1,2,& 3.
D Explanation:
AUC 5, CH 3, ADD 3 sec. 9.4.1
Question 10:
While conducting Building Inspection at a Pharmacy, Ladder 88 is denied access by the owner. From the choices below, what is the only correct action they can take?
A: Transmit a 10-47, stating, “for access denied”.
B: Request Fire Marshals to respond.
C: Issue an FDNY summons for “denied access”.
D:Issue a summons, if the area to be inspected is open to the general public at the time of inspection.
D Explanation:
AUC 5, CH 2, ADD 9 A-Wrong. B-sec. 3, Request a BC to respond. C-sec. 5 D-Correct
Question 11: Which of the following is not one of the five most common types of open stairs encountered in class 2 high rise residential buildings?
A: Service stair.
B: Primary open stair.
C:Secondary open stair.
D: Shared fire stair.
C Explanation:
Firefighting Procedures, Multiple Dwelling Fires A-8.5.3, pg. 95 B-8.5.3, pg. 95 C-Wrong answer. D-8.5.3, .95 1-Service stair, 2-Primary open stair, 3-Open fire stair, 4-Shared fire stair, 5-A stair separated from public hall/vestibule that has 1 or more apt doors in the stairwell.
Question 12:
At 3 AM, Ladder 99 receives a response for an automatic-alarm activation in a commercial premises. Upon arrival they soon realize the building is void of people, sealed up and no access is available. They would be incorrect to perform which action below?
A: For an alarm system activation, they conducted an exterior investigation. There were no indications of a fire condition and they had the dispatcher notify the alarm company.
B:For a water flow alarm caused by a defective sprinkler system that required to be shut down, they notified the fire marshals for potential notification to the responsible party.
C:For a water flow alarm activation they conducted an exterior investigation. Then they asked the dispatcher if the alarm system has reset. After the alarm was reset, they took no further action.
D: If the water flow alarm did not reset, they considered forcible entry.
B Explanation:
AUC 5, CH 2, ADD 4 A-4.6 B-4.6-Notify the fire marshals if the system is NOT MONITORED BY AN ALARM and it is defective and/or needs to be shut down. In this case it was monitored by an alarm. C-4.6 D-4.6 NOTE: If forcible entry was required, notify NYPD for security
Question 13:
Which of the following is not a common characteristic of any of the 3 types of fire stairs found in Class 2 high rise multiple dwellings?
A:Fire stairways are of standard width, rise and run.
B: They usually terminate in a bulkhead at the roof level.
C: If a penthouse is present, the stair will usually terminate at the roof terrace level of the penthouse apartments.
D: Entry to these stairs may be in the lobby or street, or they may bypass both and start in the cellar.
A xplanation:
Firefighting Procedures, Multiple Dwelling Fires A-8.5.3 Mid page, Steep & narrow stairwell. B-8.5.3 C-8.5.3 D-8.5.3
Question 14:
Under the administrative code, illegal storage of LPG (of a non-minor nature) is dealt with using which type of enforcement?
A:Immediate summons and confiscation.
B: Notice of Violation order (NOV) and confiscation.
C: FDNY summons ordering forthwith removal.
D:Violation order (VO) ordering forthwith removal .
A Explanation:
AUC 5, CH 2, ADD 3, top pg 9 A,B,C,D, NOTE: this is for illegal use or storage. Certain minor items can be enforced with FDNY summons or VO. Also the NOV no longer exists.A
Question 15:
A sharp Ladder officer would know which point regarding FDNY operations at a Class 2 high-rise residential building fire is correct?
A:Some stairs may by-pass the lobby and terminate in the cellar.
B: Some elevators open directly into apartments or serve isolated vestibules with no access to stairways. These elevators provide an excellent way for Firefighters to access the upper floors.
C: If no outside operations are indicated, and there is no fire service elevator, the 1st OV firefighter shall not operate the elevators and they shall report to their officer for assignment.
D: In any instance where the OV operates on the exterior of the building, the IC must be informed.
A Explanation:
Firefighting Procedures, Multiple Dwelling Fires A-8.8 top pg 100 B-8.8 top pg 100, These elevators should be avoided if possible. C-6.14.3 & 8.8.3, top pg 103, Elevators may need to be operated in the manual mode, if elevator ops are not required then report in to officer. D-8.8.3, First ladder officer must be informed.
Question 16:
If members respond to a reported fire in building under construction that is ________ in height, they should know the structure is required to have a hoist or elevator in readiness at all times for FDNY use.
A: 75 feet.
B:Greater than 75 feet.
C: 70 feet.
D: Greater than 70 feet.
B
Question 17:
While operating on a rooftop, a member encounters a pipe that is yellow with black stripes. He should know that it contains?
A: Low voltage electric wiring.
B: Natural gas.
C: High voltage electric wiring.
D:Fuel oil.
D Explanation:
AUC 5, CH 2, ADD 3, pg 5 A-Orange-low voltage electric wiring. B-Yellow-natural gas piping. C-Red-high voltage wiring. D-Yellow with black stripes-fuel oil piping. NOTE: Yellow, labeled at regular intervals with type of gas-other compressed gas piping (not natural gas).
Question 18: Members must use balanced judgment, and notify their officer prior to using a fire escape at a class 2 high-rise residential building. Which is not listed as a factor to consider prior to using the fire escape at one of the buildings?
A: Condition of the fire escape.
B:Presence of a suspected life hazard.
C: Weather conditions.
D: Height of the fire floor.
B Explanation:
Firefighting Procedures, Multiple Dwelling Fires A-8.5.4 B-8.5.4, A known life hazard. (not suspected) C-8.5.4 D-8.5.4 1-Condition of FE. 2-Height of fire floor. 3-Presence of known life hazard. 4-Weather conditions. 5-Ability to access the roof via alternative route. 6-Fire conditions.
Question 19:
Legally, a loft building may contain up to two individual units used for living purposes. Which of the following is an inaccurate statement regarding these occupancies?
A: The building may not have these living units if it has any occupancy listed as high hazard.
B: A sign displaying “A.I.R.” indicates an artist in residence.
C: An “R” under “3F” stands for rear.
D:A “3F” under the A.I.R. on the sign indicates the living unit is in apt 3F.
D Explanation:
AUC 5< CH 2, ADD 1 A- B- C-Indicates third floor, not apt. 3F. D-
Question 20: Horizontal bands or belt courses are an architectural design encountered on class 2 high-rise residential buildings. These are the single best architectural feature to identify these structures. Which of the following points is accurate regarding these features?
A: These features will always be found on class 2 buildings.
B:They may also be found on some class 1 buildings.
C: When found on the lower floors, they will usually only be present above the windows on the 1st and/or 2nd floor.
D: Typically this design feature will be found on all of the exposed walls of a structure.
B Explanation:
Firefighting Procedures, Multiple Dwelling Fires A-8.3 B-8.3 C-8.3.1, Above windows on the 1st,2nd &3rd floors. D-8.3.1 NOTE: Non-street facing wall will typically use only plain brick.
Question 21:
Ladder 100 responds to a water leak and discovers the problem is caused by 2 defective sprinkler heads. What point below is contrary to FDNY policy, when it comes to replacing defective sprinkler heads.
A:A company officer can order replacement of sprinkler heads.
B: FDNY members should not perform this action if the required heads and wrench are not in the occupancy’s metal cabinet.
C: FDNY members may not replace heads in a shaft, a compactor chute or other unsafe areas.
D:-If building staff is available, but they are not capable of replacing the heads, FDNY members may replace the heads.
A Explanation:
AUC 5, CH 2, ADD 4 A-5.1.5, We only replace if they have the heads, wrench, and there is no danger to our members. B-5.1.5, Unsafe areas are determined by the IC. C-5.1.5, Only BC or above can order replacement of sprinkler heads. D-5.1.5,
Question 22:
Which of the following is inaccurate regarding the duties of the 2nd ladder at a fire in a class2 high-rise residential building?
A: This unit is responsible to ensure all evacuation stair doors are closed on the fire floor.
B: Upon arrival they shall contact the 1st ladder to see if their assistance is needed on the fire floor.
C: If not needed on the fire floor, the Inside team will operate on the floor above.
D:For a top floor fire, the 2nd arriving ladder officer will ensure that h
D Explanation:
Firefighting Procedures, Multiple Dwelling Fires A-8.8.6 B-8.8.6 C-8.8.7 D-8.8.7, bottom pg. 104, Ensure KO curtain is brought to roof. 2nd due roof FF brings LSR to roof.
Question 23:
Members may encounter portable propane cylinders on routine responses or during inspections. Which one choice below is a correct statement regarding these objects?
A: A tenant may only store a maximum of two 16.4 ounce cylinders inside their one apartment in a tenement building.
B: The owner of a single family-detached home may store a maximum of two 20 lb. cylinders indoors.
C:LPG containers with a capacity of 20 lbs. or less may be moved to another floor inside of a building via elevator or stairwell.
D:LPG cylinders with a capacity of over 20 lbs. may only be moved from one floor to another inside of a building via the stairwell.
C Explanation:
AUC 5, CH2, ADD 3 A-Max of 4, pg 3. B-Cannot store 20 lb cylinders indoors, on roofs, or on balconies of R-3 occupancies (PDs), pg 3. C-Bottom pg 11. D-Bottom pg 11, only via elevator when approved.
Question 24:
The Multiple Dwelling Fires bulletin mentions 3 types of fire stairs that are found in Class 2 high-rise buildings. Which of the following is not listed as one of those 3?
A: Enclosed fire stair.
B: Open fire stair.
C:Single fire stair
D: Shared fire stair.
C Explanation:
Firefighting Procedures, Multiple Dwelling Fires A-8.5.3 Bottom pg 94 #2 B-8.5.3 Middle pg 95 #3, Is most common one found. C-Wrong answer. D-8.5.3 Mid page 95 #4