FFP - MULTIPLE DWELLINGS Flashcards by James Doyle

FDNY Firefighting Procedure Bulletins often begin by reinforcing the provisions of FDNY Procedures dealing with the Safety Team (two in, two out). Which one of the following choices is incorrect concerning these procedures?

A) When a fire progresses past the incipient stage, the fire area must be
considered an IDLH atmosphere.

B) Every member entering an IDLH must be equipped with PPE and an
SCBA.

C) No member shall enter an IDLH unless the member teams up with at
least one other member and remains within voice and visual contact
with that member.

D) If a known life hazard is found and immediate action could prevent
the loss of life, appropriate action (rescue activity) may be taken by
the individual member. If such action is taken, the IC must be
immediately notified and appropriate adjustments made.

C) No member shall enter an IDLH unless the member teams up with at least one other member and remains within voice and visual contact with that member. (INCORRECT)

(FFP-MDS 1.1.4)

Member must remain within voice OR visual contact (doesn’t have to
be both)

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Old Law Tenements are multiple dwellings built before 4/12/01. These buildings are 3-7 stories in height, 20’ to 25’ wide, 50’ to 85’ deep. Which one of the following is an incorrect description of these buildings?

A) Class 3 non fireproof construction (brick walls, wood floor beams and wood floors). Steel columns and beams will not be found in OLTs, including buildings that have been renovated.

B) Originally the stairs and stairway enclosures were wood with wood lath and plaster partitions. In 1934 most of these buildings were required to fire retard the stairway enclosure.

C) Two means of egress from each apartment almost always consisting of an interior stairway and a fire escape. To provide light and air to each room, shafts of different shapes and sizes are provided between adjoining buildings.

D) Stairway to the cellar is located inside the building, usually beneath the interior stairway.

A) Class 3 non fireproof construction (brick walls, wood floor beams and wood floors). Steel columns and beams will not be found in OLTs, including buildings that have been renovated. (INCORRECT)

You may find steel in RENOVATED OLTs. (Sec 2.1, FFP Tenements 7.2.6)

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New Law Tenements are multiple dwellings built after 4/12/1901. These buildings are larger than OLTs and usually contain several apartments on each floor. NLTs are generally 6 or 7 stories in height, 35’ to 50’ wide, 85’ deep, with 5 to 6 apartments per floor. Of the following choices, which one does not correctly describe NLTs?

A) The 1st floor (cellar ceiling) is of fireproof construction and unpierced

B) The entrance to the cellar is by way of an exterior stair.

C) The interior stairs are fireproof and enclosed in partitions of fireproof construction.

D) All interior walls and furred partitions are required to be fire stopped at each story.

E) Steel “I” beams were introduced to carry floor joists which couldn’t span enlarged floor areas. These steel beams generally were supported by steel columns.

E) Steel “I” beams were introduced to carry floor joists which couldn’t span enlarged floor areas. These steel beams generally were supported by steel columns. (INCORRECT)

Steel beams in NLTs were generally supported by MASONRY WALLS
(FFP MDS 2.2.1)

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Newer types of NLTs erected between 1916 and 1929 included several features that distinguished them from earlier NLTs. These buildings had a much larger floor area (150’ x 200’) than the earlier NLTs. Which one of the following features of these buildings is described correctly?

A) To avoid being required to be built of fireproof construction, the floor areas were broken up into units of 3000 square feet or less. This means that between some apartments there are brick or fireproof partitions which effectively limit the horizontal spread of fire.

B) These brick or fireproof dividing walls only go as high as the underside of the roof boards. This results in a very large undivided Cockloft area.

C) Protected steel beams are used to support some of the wood floor joists. These steel beams are supported by vertical steel columns which run the height of the building.

D) Wooden floor joists (beams) run horizontally from brick wall to a steel girder or from a steel girder to a steel girder.

E) Entrance to the basement is by a front door at that level via an exterior stair from the first floor, or through a passageway located in the rear of the building.

D) Wooden floor joists (beams) run horizontally from brick wall to a steel girder or from a steel girder to a steel girder.

(FFP MDS 2.2.2)

A - Up to 1929 floor areas broken up to units of 2500 SQ OR LESS

B - Dividing walls go as high as the CEILING OF TOP FLOOR

C - UNPROTECTED steel beams are used to support

E - Entrance to basement = SIDE OR REAR DOOR or through a passageway located in FRONT of the building.

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After 4/18/29 the Class “A” apartment type of multiple dwelling were no longer called “tenements” and became known as “apartment houses.” It must be emphasized that no matter what protection a law provides, it cannot be depended upon entirely in these NFP buildings due to renovations, settling of the building, shoddy workmanship originally or repair work. Which of the following is correct concerning protection found in Class “A” multiple dwellings built after 4/18/29?

A) A NFP building constructed in 1935 would have firewalls required to be carried to the top of the roof boards and the size of the area enclosed by fire walls is 3000 square feet.

B) A NFP building constructed in 1941 would have firewalls required to be carried to the underside of the roof boards and the size of the area enclosed by fire walls is 2500 sq feet.

C) A NFP building constructed in 1930 would have firewalls required to be carried to the underside of the roof boards and the size of the area enclosed by fire walls is 3000 sq feet.

D) A NFP building constructed in 1933 would have firewalls required to the top of the roof boards and the size of the area enclosed by fire walls is 2500 sq feet.

C) A NFP building constructed in 1930 would have firewalls required to be carried to the underside of the roof boards and the size of the area enclosed by fire walls is 3000 sq feet.

“CUT”

Prior to 4/18/29 - as high as top floor (C)eiling

Between 1930 and 1940 - firewalls carried to (U)nderside of roof boards

After 1940 - firewalls carried to the (T)op of roof boards

Prior to 4/18/29 floor areas broken up into 2500 sq feet or less.

After 4/18/29 floor areas broken up into 3000 sq ft or less.

A - 1935 underside of roof boards
B - 1941 top of roof boards / 3000 sq feet
C - Correct
D - 1933 underside / 3000 sq feet

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Engine operations are similar in OLTs, NLTs and NFP Class A MDS erected after 4/18/29. Which is the only correct choice concerning engine operations in these buildings?

A) The front suction inlet is not to be used in order to ensure that arriving ladder apparatus are not blocked out.

B) In most cases, the first line is stretched via the interior stairs to the location of the fire. An exception to stretching the first line up the interior stairs may be made when flame is issuing from windows opening onto the fire escape and endangering people trying to come down the fire escape. In this case, the first line may be operated from the street to protect people on the fire escape.

C) If the entrance door to the building is self closing and equipped with a locking device the first officer entering the building should use a chock, rug or other means of preventing the door from locking and thereby delaying other members trying to enter the building.

D) In order to provide a reliable and uninterrupted flow of water, all arriving engine and squad companies (when assigned as an engine or squad) shall locate and connect to a positive water source (hydrant, drafting, etc.)

A - CAN USE front suction inlet, exercise caution

B - Correct

C - FIRST MEMBER entering building will chock

D - When assigned as a squad, NOTE the location of hydrant but DO NOT hook up

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The proper stretching of hose lines on the initial alarm is critical to a successful operation. Which of the following is incorrect concerning hose line stretching and placement at fires in MDs?

A) The 1st line stretched for a fire in a MD should be stretched by way of the interior stair. The primary purpose of this line is to safeguard the stairway so that it can be used by escaping occupants. Rapid positioning and operation of this line requires the door to the fire apartment to be opened as soon as the hose line is charged and positioned at the door. The hose line can be operated immediately into the fire apartment to protect people coming down the stairway from the floors above.

B) The 2nd hose line is also usually stretched by way of the interior stairs to the same floor as the first line. It is meant to augment the 1st line if necessary. If not needed on the original floor it is advanced to the floor above.

C) The 3rd line in the building should usually be stretched via the fire escape. This is especially true in OLTs because the stairway is narrow and the stretching of a 3rd line via the interior stairs would result in congestion and inability to move and of the hose lines.

D) In some cases the 2nd or 3rd lines may be urgently needed in one of the exposures. The decision as to the location to which these lines shall be stretched rests with the IC and is based on his size up of the fire situation.

E) At a fire in an OLT it is often necessary to stretch the 2nd line or the 3rd line into exposure 2 or 4 because fire has extended or is about to extend across the narrow shaft or shafts between buildings.

The door to fire apartment can be opened ONCE STAIRWAY IS SAFE FOR CIVILIANS. (FFP MDs 3.2.12)

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Ladder Companies have many duties and responsibilities at Multiple Dwelling fires. Which one of the following choices is a correct action for Ladder companies to perform?

A) Discretion should be used in the breaking of windows in apartments not involved in fire. Efforts should be made to open these windows where possible and necessary. Windows should be opened 1/3 from the top and 2/3’s from the bottom to allow heat and smoke to vent and cool air in the room.

B) If there is a medium smoke condition and moderate heat in the apartment and the windows cannot be opened, they should be left intact after a search has been made.

C) Officers must not permit any material to be thrown out of windows unnecessarily. A member should always be posted in the years or street below, if available, to prevent injuries to anyone from falling material. If time permits, examination of yard shall be made before discarding any material into the yard to assure that no occupant has jumped into the yard prior to the arrival of FD units.

D) When fire is on the top floor or in the cockloft, sufficient firefighters with hooks must be sent to the top floor to pull ceilings, especially for larger non fireproof multiple dwellings. It may be necessary to use engine companies for this purpose or to special call additional ladder companies.

A - Open windows 2/3 FROM TOP & 1/3 FROM BOTTOM

B - If there is a TOLERABLE SMOKE CONDITION leave window intact

C - A member should ALWAYS be posted in the yard & ALWAYS
examine yard before throwing material into yard.

D - Correct

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Who is responsible to make known to the IC and other members the manner in which the floors and apartments are designated, i.e. whether numerically or alphabetically?

A) The first FF inside the fire building.

B) The Officer of the first unit that is 10-84

C) The first Officer inside the building

D) The Roof FF of the first arriving ladder company.

C) The first Officer inside the building

FFP MDs 3.5.5

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Gas meters are usually in the cellar but they may also be found in apartments and in public hallways. Which of the following is a proper procedure to follow if these gas meters are found?

A) If gas meters are burning they should be extinguished as soon as possible to prevent the gas concentration from reaching its lower explosive limit.

B) If fire at the meter is not extinguished immediately, gas will continue to discharge and an explosion or flash fire may occur when the gas comes in contact with a source of ignition.

C) If gas is leaking without being ignited, the gas supply should be shut off and the area ventilated as much as possible. Members should be moved away from the area of leaking gas. Fog lines may be used for venting.

D) A leak or break in the piping should be allowed to discharge freely and ventilated as much as possible while waiting for the gas to be shut off. Rags or paper should not be stuffed into the break, as this will cause a dangerous increase in pressure in the piping.

A - If gas meters are burning they should be ALLOWED TO BURN

B - If the fire at the meter IS EXTINGUISHED IMMEDIATELY gas will continue to discharge…flash fire may occur. WET DOWN COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS while waiting for gas supply to be shut off.

C - Correct

D - Rags or paper CAN BE STUFFED into pipe break.

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As a general rule, outside streams should not be directed into occupied buildings. Occupants should be removed first. However, in some cases, life safety or fire conditions may require that outside streams be used in occupied buildings. For example, to protect people on a fire escape or for heavy fire in a store. All of the following are incorrect statements about outside streams except which one?

A) Some of the situations which may call for the use of outside streams are: to protect life by putting a stream between the fire and the occupants, to protect exposures, to confine the fire, or to diminish heavy fire so that an interior attack can be made.

B) Only a chief officer may order the use of outside streams. For example, the first arriving BC may order the deck pipe used for a store fire.

C) The air movement resulting from the use of large caliber streams must be considered. The air movement caused by the stream will, at times, drive the fire, heat, combustible gases and smoke into uninvolved areas of the building. At large area building fires, a careful positioning of apparatus and operation of outside streams should be attempted so that fire and heat will be driven away from the point of origin in order to adequately ventilate the fire area.

D) The use of outside streams into a building can cause injuries to members operating inside the building. Members inside the building must be warned, and moved outside the building before outside streams are directed into the building. Is exterior location must be verified by personal contact or radio by the IC of the fire.

Answer: A) Some of the situations which may call for the use of outside streams are: to protect life by putting a stream between the fire and the occupants, to protect exposures, to confine the fire, or to diminish heavy fire so that an interior attack can be made.

(FFP MDs 3.5.10)

B - Only IC can order outside streams (can be first officer on scene)

C - The operation of outside streams should be attempted so that fire and heat will be directed AWAY FROM UNINVOLVED AREAS.

D - Members must be warned and MOVED TO A SAFE LOCATION (doesn’t have to be outside of the building)

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When should a 2 1/2” line be stretched in an OLT?

A) a serious cellar fire

B) a large volume of fire in a store

C) fire in the cockloft

D) Never. Due to the need for speed and maneuverability in OLTs, all interior hand lines shall be considered 1 3/4”

Answer: B) large volume of fire in a store

FFP MDs 4.2.2 A

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The severe life hazard in OLTs because of the crowded living conditions and the ease with which fire can spread requires prompt and efficient stretching of hose lines by engine companies. Choose the incorrect point about OLTs.

A) At least the 1st length of hose should be brought up to the floor below the fire and the hose strap attached to prevent hose from slipping back down the well hole of the stairway. When performing the well hole stretch, it is important that the hose line is removed from the well on the floor below the fire.

B) If people are out on the fire escape when the 1st engine company arrives, and it appears that those people are in danger because of fire coming out the windows, then two lines should be stretched. One line is to remain in the street to protect people on the fire escape and the other line to be taken into the building.

C) Engine companies with lines in exposures can extinguish a great deal of fire in the fire building by operating across a shaft. However, this should not be done without the permission of the IC as it may drive the fire at members advancing from the interior.

D) The absence of a fire escape on the front of an OLT will usually indicate that the apartments are railroad flats. Corner buildings may be an exception to this general rule.

Answer: A) At least the 1st length of hose should be brought up to the floor below the fire and the hose strap attached to prevent hose from slipping back down the well hole of the stairway. When performing the well hole stretch, it is important that the hose line is removed from the well on the floor below the fire. (INCORRECT)

(FFP MDs 4.1.2, 4.1.4, 4.1.5, 4.1.6)

At least the 1st length of hose should be brought up to the FIRE FLOOR.

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Engine 2 responds 1st due to a fire in the cellar of 100 Smith Street, which is a 5 story OLT. Radio reports from Ladder 1, the first arriving ladder, confirm that there is a major fire in the cellar, and there are no outside cellar entrances at the front or rear. Which of the following is an incorrect procedure for units to follow at this fire?

A) The 1st line should be stretched to the cellar entrance door which is located inside the building, under the stairway on the first floor.

B) The 1st line should not be advanced down the cellar stairs. This line should remain at this position to provide protection for people coming down the stairway, and to extinguish fire which may be extending upward from cellar via partitions, dumbwaiter shafts and other voids.

C) Ventilation must be provided at the roof over the stairway, at the top of the dumbwaiter shaft, and other shafts and vertical openings. Ventilation must also be provided via cellar windows, doors, trap doors, and by intermittently opening and closing the door at the top of the interior cellar stairs after all of the occupants have been evacuated.

D) Ladder companies check for extension on the upper parts of the building since OLTs do not have the advantage of a fireproof cellar ceiling such as is found in buildings erected at a later date. This spread of fire may be via combustible ceilings, partitions, shafts, pipe recesses and other voids.

Answer: B) The 1st line should not be advanced down the cellar stairs. This line should remain at this position to provide protection for people coming down the stairway, and to extinguish fire which may be extending upward from cellar via partitions, dumbwaiter shafts and other voids.

(FFP MDs 4.2.1)

Since there are no other entrances to the cellar you must advance the lime down the cellar stair.

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Engine 1 responds 1st due to a fire in the cellar of 100 Smith Street, which is a 5 story OLT. Ladder 1 reports there is a major fire in the cellar with a front, outside cellar entrance. Where should the 2nd hose line be stretched?

A) Into the front door on the first floor, to act as a backup line to the 1st hose line.

B) Advanced into the cellar by way of the front entrance to the cellar.

C) To an upper floor to stop the spread of fire via combustible ceilings, partitions, shafts, pipe recesses and other voids.

D) To exposure 2, to prevent the spread of fire via common cellar beams.

B) Advanced into the cellar by way of the front entrance to the cellar.

(FFP MDs 4.2.1 C)

Cellar entrance can also be found in rear. First hose line stretched to first floor to interior cellar stairs.

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Store fires in OLTs may involve a large amount of combustible material and present many challenges to members. Which of the following is an incorrect consideration at these store fires?

A) A charged line must be ready before the store is ventilated. It is especially important that no plate glass windows be broken without a charged line being ready.

B) Stores in OLTs may have a door which opens into the public hallway on the first floor. The first floor public hallway should be examined immediately to determine whether the means of egress for the occupants of the building is in danger from the store fire. If so, a line should be positioned to protect the interior stairs.

C) Store owners may use the rear of the store as their living quarters, so it is important to search the rear of the stores as soon as possible. Access to the rear will be extremely difficult because of iron bars on windows and the interior hall door possibly nailed shut.

D) Due to the potential for serious fires caused by the large amount of combustible material, a 2nd line should be stretched as soon as possible to backup the 1st line. The 2nd line will advance into the store with the first line is necessary, or will stand fast. If a line is needed on the floor above the fire, a 3rd line shall be stretched.

Answer:

(FFP MDs 4.3.1)

*When assured that 2nd line is not needed on 1st floor, it may be advanced to the floor above.

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The stairway in OLTs is the primary means of egress for occupants. If the fire has extended into the stairway from an apartment, it is possible that the fire escape exit may also be cut off by flame from the apartment windows. Which one of the following choices is an incorrect tactic to consider at these serious stairway fires?

A) The 1st line should be stretched up the stairway, operated to extinguish the fire, shut down and advanced further up the stairway. When possible, the line should be operated up the well hole to cool off the hall and stairs above.

B) The 1st line should remain on the floor below the top floor in case the fire extends to an apartment.

C) A 2nd line should follow up extinguishing operations and to serve as protection for members advancing the 1st line. Apartments must be checked for possible extension of fire in them.

D) Ventilation of the roof over the stairway is extremely important so that hoseline can advance up the stairway.

E) It is important that members do not overload the stairway in these old buildings. Those not immediately necessary to the operation should remain on floors below.

Answer: B) The 1st line should remain on the floor below the top floor in case the fire extends to an apartment. (INCORRECT)

(FFP MDs 4.2.4)

Go all the way to the TOP FLOOR.

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Air, light, and dumbwaiter shaft fires may result in fire extending into a building or into two buildings through window openings. Which of the following is a correct action to take at these shaft fires?

A) The first hose line should always be stretched to the base of the shaft. Sufficient hose must be stretched to reach upper floors or building.

B) A line should be stretched to the nearest point from which water can be directed onto fire in the shaft. Sufficient hose must be stretched to reach upper floors of the building.

C) The 2nd line should always be stretched to the top floor of the building to extinguish fire in the shaft and any fire that has extended to the cockloft.

D) For fires in rooms in the vicinity of a shaft, the line should be operated up the shaft to extinguish fire and cool the shaft only when the fire in the room has been completely extinguished.

Answer: B) A line should be stretched to the nearest point from which water can be directed onto fire in the shaft. Sufficient hose must be stretched to reach upper floors of the building.

(FFP MDs 4.2.6)

A - be careful of “should always” A line should be stretched to NEAREST POINT from which water can be directed at fire.

B - Correct

C - It MAY BE NECESSARY to stretch 2nd line to top floor…

D - do this AFTER FIRE HAS BEEN CONTROLLED (fire doesn’t have to be completely extinguished)

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Because of the short span of floor beams (25’) and the fact that the floors are not heavily loaded, the collapse of floors in OLTs is usually not a problem. However, there have been instances of collapse, including floors collapsing when there were previous fires and the floor beams were badly burned. Choose the incorrect point about collapses in OLTs.

A) Floor joists which are supported by masonry walls are generally provided with fire cuts.

B) At times, there have been collapses of older buildings not associated with fires, such as when adjoining buildings have been torn down or when excavations are being dug on adjacent land.

C) Any indication of collapsing floors during fire operations should be promptly reported to the IC so that units can be withdrawn to safe positions. These indications of possible collapse may include plaster ceilings falling, floors or ceilings sagging, and unusual creaking noises.

D) When the metal cornice at the roof has been involved in heavy fire for a short period of time, the cornice or parts of it may suddenly fall. It is important to be aware that this may happen and to keep members, and other people away from the front of the building.

Answer: D) When the metal cornice at the roof has been involved in heavy fire for a SHORT period of time, the cornice or parts of it may suddenly fall. It is important to be aware that this may happen and to keep members, and other people away from the front of the building.

(FFP MDs 4.3.1 - 4.3.2)

When cornice is involved in heavy fire for a CONSIDERABLE amount of time it may suddenly fall.

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Although it is no longer permitted to convert OLTs into Single Room Occupancies, thousands of such buildings have been converted and are still being used as SRO’s. All of the following are correct except for which point?

A) In these SROs the individual rooms in each apartment are rented to occupants and the bathroom and kitchen facilities are used by all of the occupants of the apartment.

B) These buildings require sprinklers in each room and in the stairway. The sprinkler system is usually supplied by a roof tank, or more infrequently by supplying the Siamese connection.

C) Each individual room is equipped with a lock; many padlocks on the outside. Just because a door is found padlocked, do not assume that the room is empty. Someone may be locked in the room. Entry must be made and all rooms searched.

D) The layout of the rooms must be arranged so that each occupant has access to both means of egress (stairs and fire escape) without having to go through another person’s room.

E) These SROs also require interior alarm system to earn occupants of fire. Exit lights and signs must be provided.

B) These buildings require sprinklers in each room and in the stairway. The sprinkler system is usually supplied by a roof tank, or more infrequently by supplying the Siamese connection. (INCORRECT)

(FFP MDs 4.3.4)

These buildings HAVE NO ROOF TANK and these systems CANNOT BE SUPPLIED by FDNY.

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The H-type design of residence buildings differs from the older tenements and the newer high rise multiple dwellings in that there are three structural elements to support the structure: masonry bearing walls, wood beams that supports floors and roof, and structural steel columns, beams and girders that connect and support sections of the H-type building. Steel in H types create three concerns to the fire service. Which of the following is not correctly listed as one of these concerns?

A) Steel when heated expands, and substantial elongation can occur at a fire. This elongation can cause a wall to budge, move, or even collapse if the steel is set within the wall.

B) Steel when heated the higher temperatures during a fire may fail. Floor beams supported by such failing steel will fall to the floor below.

C) Steel columns or girders, generally in an “I” beam shape, transmit firs and heat. The “I” beam or channel rail, as it is sometimes called, when in the form of a column located in the inner framework of a building may extend fire from the cellar up to the top floor ceiling and not beyond.

(FFP MDs 5.1.1 B & C)

May extend fire from 1ST FLOOR TO ROOF SPACE OR COCKLOFT

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Roof operations are very important at fires in H type buildings, especially when fire extends to the cockloft. Which one of the following choices is not correct concerning roof construction and operations in H type buildings?

A) The most common roof has the top floor ceiling several feet below the main roof beams. This provides for a sturdy roof.

B) In the inverted, raised or reversed roof the main roof beams are at the ceiling level and a framework is raised above these beams
With the roof boards attached. This roof is normally springy but it permits the roof to be pitched so that water will run off.

C) If there is a heavy body of fire in the cockloft, expect at least a partial collapse of the inverted roof. Since the inverted roof is constructed of 2’ x 4’s, they will burn away faster than the main roof beams and the roof section will come to rest on these beams.

D) Top floor fires always present the possibility of fire extending into the cockloft. It is imperative for the IC to assign a roof sector supervisor early into the operation. The Roof Sector Supervisor must always be a Chief Officer due to the critical importance of this position.

E) When it is necessary to cut holes in the roof, initially, approximately a 3’ x 6’ coffin cut is recommended. Two saws should be put into operation promptly to prevent lateral spread of fire in the cockloft.

(FFP MDs 5.1.1 D, 5.3.3 A, B)

Roof Sector Supervisor doesn’t necessarily have to be a Chief (It could be a company Officer until a Chief arrives)

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Interior shafts and voids are found throughout “H” type buildings. The potential for fire extension is great in these buildings as a result of these voids. Choose the incorrect point about these voids.

A) Steel columns, known as channel rails, are erected vertically from the foundation to the cockloft. Their locations vary according to the architect’s design, and are at times difficult to locate. They are often located in voids behind closets. Our main concern is they are not fire stopped.

B) Vertical voids, created by channel rails, are about one foot square. These voids may be larger when the void is built to include waste and water pipes.

C) When the fire is knocked down and opening up begins, areas where the lath has been burned must be examined for the presence of steel columns (channel rails). If detected, locations above the fire must be checked immediately.

D) Waste pipe recesses exist where’ve a kitchen or bathroom exist. Their presence may be picked up first by the Roof Firefighter who notes the location of exposed waste pipes atop roofs which line up with the fire below. If the pipe is hot to the touch with an ungloved hand initiate a ventilation hole with the saw.

E) Closets’ construction atop one another sometimes provides a vertical artery. Workmanship may be shoddy in closets creating openings for fire travel. They are usually back to back with other closets. This may lead to horizontal extension as well as vertical extension.

(FFP MDs 5.2.6)

If HOT TO THE TOUCH (don’t use ungloved hand) , a top floor examination is required and notification made to officer and the IC.

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Engine 1, Engine 2, Engine 3, Aerial Ladder 4 and Tower Ladder 5 arrive on the scene at a fire on the top floor of a 6 story “H” type NFP Multiple Dwelling. Heavy fire is showing out windows in the throat, courtyard, and front windows on the 6th floor. Exposures 2 and 4 are attached 4 story NLTs. All stairways in the fire building are transverse stairs. Engine 9 and Ladder 8 are assigned on the transmission of the 10-75 by the Officer of Engine 1. Which of the following actions taken by the engine companies on scene is incorrect?

A) Engine 1 stretched an 1 3/4” line to the lobby and stood fast while waiting for Ladder 4 to determine the exact location of the fire. While the unit waited, the Officer of Engine 1 checked the 2nd floor to determine if the wings are connected on the 2nd floor.

B) Engine 1 and Engine 2 teamed up to stretch the first line to the top floor. Simulateneously, Engine 3 stretched a 2nd line with the assistance of Engine 9 to back up the 1st hose line due to the heavy fire condition on the top floor.

C) The Officer of Engine 1 determined that the stairs wrapped around the elevator shaft. The Officer of Engine 1 deployed a rope out the stairway window and ordered the members to attach the rope to the hose line and pull the rope rather than stretch up the stairs.

D) The 1st line was pulled via the rope up to the 5th floor. Sufficient hose was pulled into the 5th floor before the line was charged.

(FFP MDs 5.2.1)

All available Engine companies should get the 1st line into operation BEFORE STRETCHING ADDITIONAL LINES.

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Engine 1, Engine 2, Engine 3, Aerial Ladder 4 and Tower Ladder 5 arrive on the scene at a fire on the top floor of a 6 story "H" type NFP Multiple Dwelling. Heavy fire is showing out windows in the throat, courtyard, and front windows on the 6th floor. Exposures 2 and 4 are attached 4 story NLTs. All stairways in the fire building are transverse stairs. Engine 9 and Ladder 8 are assigned on the transmission of the 10-75 by the Officer of Engine 1. Which of the following indicates a correct action taken by the Ladder companies at this fire? A) Ladder 4 was positioned blocking off the front entrance courtyard in order to rescue any potential victims that showed at the windows on the top floor. B) TL 5 was ordered by the IC to use its master stream to extinguish fire on the 6th floor. The stream was operated into the courtyard windows first, followed by the throat and finally into the front windows. C) Ladder 4 initially raised the Aerial ladder to the roof for rapid ascent to the roof and outside vent firefighter. D) The windows in the fire apartment are vented by the aerial as ordered by the IC, Battalion Chief Smith who has just arrived on the scene. After windows are vented, the aerial ladder remains at a top floor window in case it is needed for escape.k

C) Ladder 4 initially raised the Aerial ladder to the roof for rapid ascent to the roof and outside vent firefighter. (FFP MDs 5.2.2) A - DO NOT block off courtyard entrance, leave for TL. B - If the fire is showing out windows in the throat, courtyard and front windows, and a tower ladder stream is being used, it should be DIRECTED AT THE WINDOWS IN THE THROAT FIRST. The stream should then be advanced toward the front of the building and finally operated into the front windows. C - Correct D - After windows are vented, RETURN AERIAL TO ROOF.

Engine 313 and Ladder 164 are discussing store fires in "H" type Multiple Dwellings. After pointing out that many of these buildings contain one or more stores on the 1st floor, and that the floor above stores are constructed of wood joists, the officers conducting drill discussed tactical operations. Which operation was not correctly described by the officer? A) The 1st line is stretched to the store and extinguishes fire. B) The 2nd line should be used to backup the 1st line. The large size of these stores requires the 2nd line to remain on the 1st floor to operate on the store fire or to serve as a backup line. C) If 2 lines are needed in the store, the 3rd line shall be stretched to the floor above. D) The 2nd ladder shall proceed to the floor above for forcible entry and search for life and extension. Areas larger than the actual size of the store must be checked due to the possibility of horizontal travel of fire as well as smoke. E) These buildings have a peculiarity in that many times a fire will bypass intermediate areas both vertically and horizontally and then when an obstruction is met will set fire to the surrounding material. The top floor and cockloft must be checked and rechecked at a later time.

B) The 2nd line should be used to backup the 1st line. The large size of these stores requires the 2nd line to remain on the 1st floor to operate on the store fire or to serve as a backup line. (INCORRECT) (FFP MDs 5.3.1 A & B) * INITIALLY backup the 1st line. GO TO FLOOR ABOVE when it's obvious that the fire can be controlled by the 1st line.

Cellar fires in "H" type buildings require close coordination of tactics between Engine and Ladder companies. Choose the correct point about cellar fires in "H" type buildings. A) There is fireproof construction throughout the cellar. The cellar ceiling is concrete and rated at 2 hour fire resistance. B) The 1st line is stretched by way of the usually numerous exterior approaches, or interior stairs, to the seat of the fire and extinguished. C) The Roof FF proceeds to the roof for vent and examination. This FF does not check the cockloft for possible extension of fire through vertical voids as it is more efficient to check via the top floor ceilings. D) The limited ground level windows found in the rear limits ventilation and preclude alternate points of attack for the Engine company.

A) There is fireproof construction throughout the cellar. The cellar ceiling is concrete and rated at 2 hour fire resistance. (FFP MDs 5.8.2) B - NOT INTERIOR STAIRS C - Roof FF DOES CHECK COCKLOFT D - H types have NUMEROUS ground level windows

Top floor, roof and cockloft fires have resulted in devastating losses of entire "H" type buildings in many parts of NYC in recent years. Which tactic is incorrectly described below in combating these fires? A) When it is necessary to cut holes in the roof, initially, approximately a 3' x 6' coffin cut is recommended. Two saws should be put into operation promptly to prevent lateral spread of fire in the cockloft. B) Ventilation of the top floor must be also accomplished via the windows. This may be done from the interior or from the fire escape, ladders or roof. C) At these cockloft fires it is very important to have the ceilings pulled to expose the fire. At times it may be necessary to assign engine companies or individual engine firefighters to pull ceilings. A charged line must be in readiness to extinguish exposed fire. D) One of the most serious problems at these cockloft fires is to determine the extent of the fire. To accomplish this it will be necessary to get all apartments open on the top floor, and begin opening up above the original fire area and move further away to determine the extent of the fire area. E) Fire stopping in the cockloft cannot be depended on. Cockloft may be undivided, as in the case when fire partitions only come up to the underside of the roof beams, or there may be openings in the fire stopping because of poor workmanship.

D) One of the most serious problems at these cockloft fires is to determine the extent of the fire. To accomplish this it will be necessary to get all apartments open on the top floor, and begin opening up above the original fire area and move further away to determine the extent of the fire area. (INCORRECT) (FFP MDs 5.3.3) * GET AHEAD of fire and work your way BACK TO WHERE FIRE ORIGINATED.

Although infrequently performed, cutting a trench in the roof is a defensive operation used to limit the extension of fire in the cockloft. The following choices contain several key points concerning trenching at "H" type buildings. Which one is incorrect? A) A trench may be cut but should not be opened until there is an adequate vent opening directly over the fire. Ideally, the trench should be precut, but not pulled. Two or more inspection holes may be cut on the fire side of the trench. When, and if, the fire reaches inspection holes, the precut trench is pulled. B) The trench cut must be at least 3' wide, and cut from wall to wall or other suitable fire stop such as a stair or elevator bulkhead. The trench should be cut about 20 feet from the initial vent hole. It should be cut at the narrowest section of the roof taking advantage of bulkhead structures, outside walls, skylights etc. C) Keep all personnel off the roof on the fire side of the trench. It is good practice, on larger buildings, to have 2 ladders raised to the roof at different ends of the building to provide egress from the roof. D) A charged line should be in position on the roof to protect personnel and the trench opening. This line may be operated into the trench in a brief sweep in side to side motion to prevent fire from extending across the cockloft. As a last resort, the hose line may be operated into the trench to extinguish fire from above due to inaccessibility and ceilings height. E) Additional examination holes may have to be made past the trench. A large hole must be cut over the main area of fire. After this large hole is cut over the fire then the trench cuts can be made as defensive moves to separate the roof sections. This will not interfere with the thermal updraft that is venting the main fire.

D) A charged line should be in position on the roof to protect personnel and the trench opening. This line may be operated into the trench in a brief sweep in side to side motion to prevent fire from extending across the cockloft. As a last resort, the hose line may be operated into the trench to extinguish fire from above due to inaccessibility and ceilings height (INCORRECT) (FFP MDs 5.3.3 I) * DO NOT OPERATE INTO TRENCH

Ladder 1 and Engine 2 respond by themselves to a UCT run for a CO detector activation in apartment 2C of a 6 story renovated "H" type MD. Upon arrival at the door of apartment 2C, Ladder 1 notices the door is open and there is heavy fire in apartment 2C. A 10-75 is transmitted, and Engine 2 with the assistance of the 2nd and 3rd due engines extinguishes the fire before the arrival of Ladder 3, the 2nd due ladder who is delayed due to BISP. Which action taken by Ladder 1 is incorrect? A) The officer of Ladder 1 orders the Irons FF and the OV to the floor above, directly over the fire, to feel the walls for hot spots, including the walls of closets. These firefighters must also feel the floors above the fire and of the adjoining rooms. B) The Irons FF of Ladder 1 discovers a hot spot on an unusually thick partition wall in the kitchen of the apartment above the fire area. The Irons FF notifies his officer, and makes a small hole in the wall for examination with no hose line present in the apartment. C) Upon making a small hole in the wall on the floor above, the Irons FF notices fire in a void containing an electrical conduit. The Irons FF notifies the IC and immediately proceeds to the top floor to check the termination point of this void for any extension to the cockloft. D) Upon opening the top floor ceiling, no fire is discovered in the cockloft. The Irons FF notifies his officer, who calls for a line to be stretched to the top floor, and orders the Roof FF to cut a hole in the roof.

D) Upon opening the top floor ceiling, no fire is discovered in the cockloft. The Irons FF notifies his officer, who calls for a line to be stretched to the top floor, and orders the Roof FF to cut a hole in the roof. (INCORRECT) (FFP MDs 5.10.5 & 5.10.6) * Do this if there is FIRE IN THE COCKLOFT

What does a fire escape that spans the firewall in the throat of an "H" type indicate? A) 2 separate apartments in the throat B) One apartment in the throat which spans the firewall. C) A fire partition in the throat that extends completely to the rear wall

A) 2 separate apartments in the throat. | FFP MDs 5.4.5

You are operating at a fire in a high rise fireproof multiple dwelling (HRFPMD), you are a newly promoted lieutenant and have never worked in a High Rise area. Please choose an incorrect firefighting procedure for HRFPMDS from the list below? A) All extinguishment efforts shall be proceed initially from the one attack stairway. B) If 2nd stairwell is required for attack and extinguishment, it should not be the stairwell designated as the evacuation stair. C) The IC shall notify the borough dispatcher as well as all members operating on the scene, the letter designation of the stairwell being used for attack operations. D) Whenever enclosed stairwells are encountered, doors to any and all attack stairs must be maintained closed on the fire floor.

D) Whenever enclosed stairwells are encountered, doors to any and all attack stairs must be maintained closed on the fire floor. (INCORRECT) (FFP MDS section 6.1) * Doors to any and all EVACUATION stairs must be maintained closed on the fire floor

You are conducting drill as a newly promoted lieutenant in Ladder 5. The topic of discussion is about information that members must gather from the floor below, or two floors below if scissor stair are present, prior to advancing to the reported fire floor in a HRFPMD. Choose the incorrect piece of information from the list below. A) Determine the location, letter designation and number of stairways inside the fire building. B) Prior to the designation of the attack stairway, all members must access the fire floor from the same stairway. C) Identify the stairways that have a standpipe D) Determine the layout, shape and size of the public hallway including dead end hallways, before you enter the fire floor public hallway E) Note apartment designations and the location of fire/smoke doors.

A) Determine the location, letter designation and number of stairways inside the fire building. (INCORRECT) (FFP MDs, section 6.1) * Determine location, letter designation and number of stairways SERVING THE FIRE FLOOR.

Please choose an incorrect operational consideration when using scissor stairs at a fire in a HRFPMD? A) When scissor stairs are present, it should be communicated via HT to all units. B) At fire operations, early efforts should be made to ensure stairways are correctly labeled. Mislabeled scissor stairs will cause confusion during fire operations. C) The attack stair door should be the only stair door that is left open on the fire floor. D) If mislabeled scissor stairs are discovered, this information should be relayed to the Borough Dispatcher immediately.

D) If mislabeled scissor stairs are discovered, this information should be relayed to the Borough Dispatcher immediately. (INCORRECT) (FFP MDs section 6.1) * This information should be relayed to IC immediately.

Please choose an incorrect description about variables that effect smoke movement inside a HRFPMD. A) Pressure: smoke and hot fire gases increase the air pressure inside the fire area or fire apartment. This higher air pressure will always travel toward areas of lower air pressure creating a flow path for the fire to travel. B) Stack Effect: the stack effect is influenced by the height of the building, temperature differential between outside and inside temperatures, air leakage to other floors and the wind. C) Wind: a major factor for smoke movement within a structure. Wind pressures external to the building create pressures within the structure on the windward side (high pressure) only, because of leakage through windows, walls or other openings, however these openings need to be very large. D) HVAC: The systems and their components of duct work and shafts can contribute to smoke infiltration to other areas of the building. An IC should confirm that all HVAC systems are shut down prior to commencing any fire operations.

C) Wind: a major factor for smoke movement within a structure. Wind pressures external to the building create pressures within the structure on the windward side (high pressure) only, because of leakage through windows, walls or other openings, however these openings need to be very large. (INCORRECT) (FFP MDs section 6.1.1) * Wind pressures external to the building create pressures within the structure on BOTH THE WINDWARD (HIGH PRESSURE) & LEEWARD (LOW PRESSURE) SIDES.

You have just finished fighting a fire in a HRFPMD when the Battalion Chief in charge decides to have an informal critique. Please choose an incorrect ventilation procedure that the BC stated during the critique, in reference to fires in HRFPMDs. A) Like high rise officer building procedures, ventilation of the fire apartment in HRFPMDs should take place after the main body of fire has been controlled. B) The IC shall control all ventilation other than the fire apartment. C) Horizontal ventilation of the fire apartment is limited and controlled by the ladder officer operating inside the apartment. D) In some HRFPMDs, there may be windows in the public hallways and stairways. These types of windows located on the fire floor shall not be ventilated without proper approval of the ladder officer operating on the fire floor. E) Vertical ventilation should only be performed at the direction of the Incident Commander.

D) In some HRFPMDs, there may be windows in the public hallways and stairways. These types of windows located on the fire floor shall not be ventilated without proper approval of the ladder officer operating on the fire floor. (INCORRECT) (FFP MDs section 6.1.2) * You need approval from the INCIDENT COMMANDER to ventilate windows in the public stair and hall on the fire floor.

Please choose a correct ventilation procedure in a HRFPMD. A) Stairways other than the attack stairway may be used for venting the fire floor. B) Only officers operating will be advised by the IC of the letter designation of the stairwell being used for ventilation and smoke removal operations. C) Where only 2 stairways are present, the evacuation stair will be the primary means for vertical ventilation when the main body of fire has been controlled and authorized by the IC. D) The IC may authorize smoke cleared from a stairway before attack operations were to commence. This would be accomplished with positive pressure ventilation fans.

D) The IC may authorize smoke cleared from a stairway before attack operations were to commence. This would be accomplished with positive pressure ventilation fans. (FFP MDs section 6.1.2) A - Stairs other than EVACUATION may be used for venting fire floor B - ALL MEMBERS will be advised of letter designation of stairs being used for ventilation and smoke removal. C - Where only 2 stairs are present, the ATTACK stair will be primary means for vertical ventilation D - Correct

As a sharp firetech student you are on your game when you discuss elevator operations during your study group sessions. Recently, at one of your study group sessions you made the following statements below about elevator procedures when operating at a fire in a HRFPMD. Which statement from the list below should have been corrected by a group of your colleagues? A) Personnel shall exit at least 2 floors below the fire floor when the elevator used services the fire floor. B) The firefighter operating the elevator shall return to the lobby with the elevator, when the elevator is equipped with fireman service. C) When an elevator not equipped with fireman service is used, it shall be returned to the lobby unstaffed. D) Stairs shall be used when the fire is on the 8th floor or below.

D) Stairs shall be used when the fire is on the 8th floor or below. (INCORRECT) (FP MDs section 6.1.3) * Use stairs when fire is on the SEVENTH FLOOR OR BELOW. (EIGHT IS GREAT)

From the list below, which is an incorrect item about elevators or their shafts or their machinery rooms in HRFPMDs? A) Elevator shafts are conduits for vertical transmission of smoke and heat. B) The doors to elevator machinery rooms at the roof level should not be used for ventilation purposes until the fire is under control. C) After the fire is under control, the elevator machinery room, if located at roof level, can be vented by opening doors to the exterior, regardless of the wind conditions or direction. D) Some building types may have 2 elevators, one serving odd ad one serving even floors. Members may arrive at a location more than 2 floors below the fire due to this alternate floor system. E) In most buildings, the elevators serve all floors or there are elevator bank systems that serve lower floors and upper floors.

C) After the fire is under control, the elevator machinery room, if located at roof level, can be vented by opening doors to the exterior, regardless of the wind conditions or direction. (INCORRECT) (FFP MDs section 6.1.3 C & D) * After fire is under control, you can vent elevator machinery room AS LONG AS WIND WILL NOT FORCE SMOKE BACK INTO BUILDING.

The 1st to arrive OV at a fire in a HRFPMD shall first complete and outside survey of the fire building. If outside operations are indicates ex and the building has fireman service elevators, the OV firefighter will: Please choose the most correct answer. A) Report to lobby B) Place an elevator car in fireman service phase II. C) When the OV FF is involved in outside operations and the fire is above the 7th floor, the elevator cars will be operated by a member from the 2nd truck and/or other members designated by the IC. D) None of the above

C) When the OV FF is involved in outside operations and the fire is above the 7th floor, the elevator cars will be operated by a member from the 2nd truck and/or other members designated by the IC. (FFP MDs section 6.1.3 F) A - IF NO OUTSIDE OPS report to lobby B - IF NO OUTSIDE OPS place elevator in fireman service

Some building designs for the more exclusive types of HRFPMDs have elevators opening directly into apartments or foyers. This type of elevator has each floor landing door locked for security reasons. Other types open onto small landings or foyers with only two doors, each serving one apartment. No stairs or other means of egress are provided from this type of foyer. From the list below, which is a correct elevator to use when encountering the elevators that open into a small foyer with only two doors, each serving one apartment in more exclusive HRFPMDs? A) Passenger elevators opening into the foyer. B) Service elevators C) Either A or B D) Neither A or B

B) Service elevators | FFP MDs section 6.1.3 G

It is not usually necessary to force apartment doors on the fire floor other than the fire apartment door in a HRFPMD. When the main body of fire has been controlled, adjoining apartments on the fire floor can be forced for reasons such as ______________________? A) High carbon monoxide readings in the public hallway B) Severe smoke condition in the public hallway C) Both A & B

C) Both A & B | FFP MDs section 6.1.4 A

Generally, the only apartment requiring access on the floor above at a fire in a HRFPMD is the apartment directly above the fire apartment. No other doors should be forced without sufficient reasons. Which is the most correct reason from the list below? A) Any type of carbon monoxide readings at the end of the hall B) Specific reports of people needing assistance. C) Dispersed smoke conditions due to stack effect on a particular floor.

B) Specific reports of people needing assistance. (FFP MDs 6.1.4 B) A - HIGH CO READINGS B - Correct C - CONCENTRATED SMOKE CONDITIONS

When HT communications are hampered between operating sectors/groups and the Incident Command Post (ICP) at a fire in a HRFPMD, the IC should consider the following. Which statement is incorrect? A) Use of Post Radios on the Command Channel deployed to each sector/group B) Use of the High Rise Repeater if available, on the Command Channel C) Setting up a HT relay on intermediate floors D) Utilizing personnel outside the fire building to relay HT messages E) Utilize only FDNY programmed building communication systems if present and reliable.

E) Utilize only FDNY programmed building communication systems if present and reliable. (INCORRECT) (FFP MDs section 6.1.4 B) * DOESNT HAVE TO BE FDNY PROGRAMMED

The 10-77 signal should provide sufficient units to equally manage a medium fire and smoke condition in a HRFPMD. Some examples are listed below. Which are the correct examples (Choose all that are correct)? A) Wind impacted fire conditions. B) Advanced fire on arrival C) Light to medium smoke on numerous floors. D) A single report of a person in difficulty due to smoke.

A) Wind impacted fire conditions & B) Advanced fire on arrival (FFP MDs HRFPMD) "WAHN" A - WIND impacted B - ADVANCED fire on arrival C - HEAVY SMOKE on numerous floors D - NUMEROUS REPORTS of people in difficulty due to smoke

If you were the 1st assigned Battalion Chief on a second alarm for a fire in a HRFPMD, you would be assigned to which position from the list below? A) Attack Chief B) Safety Officer C) Search and Evacuation Supervisor D) Resource Unit Leader

D) Resource Unit Leader | FFP MDs section 6.1.6

The FAST unit and CFR Engine shall be assigned to the Fire Sector when the fire is above the 6th floor in a HRFPMD. They can be staged on the floor below the fire floor, ready for rapid deployment. At lower floor fires (6th floor and below) the position of the FAST unit and CFR Engine will be determined by the _________________ at a HRFPMD. A) FAST unit Officer B) CFR Engine Officer C) Incident Commander D) Fire Sector Supervisor E) Both A & B, who should confer with one another.

C) Incident Commander | FFP MDs section 6.1.7

You are operating as the 1st due Engine Officer on a 10-77. The fire is on the 15th floor of a 25 story HRFPMD. You would know as a sharp student that you should follow which procedure below? A) Take elevators to at least three floors below the reported fire using precautions normally taken with elevators. B) The ladder company officer will select attack stairway and notify you C) The attack stair must be a stairway with a standpipe outlet D) Once the attack stair is selected, all lines will be stretched and operated from this stairway. The other stairway shall be maintained for evacuation. E) Notify the 2nd Engine and 3rd Engine of the designation of the attack stairway.

D) Once the attack stair is selected, all lines will be stretched and operated from this stairway. The other stairway shall be maintained for evacuation. (FFP MDs section 6.2.1) A - Take elevator TWO FLOORS BELOW reported fire B - Ladder officer will COMMUNICATE WITH ENGINE OFFICER to choose which stair will be the attack stair. C - The attack stair NEED NOT BE a stair with a standpipe outlet D - Correct E - Notify 2nd Engine and INCIDENT COMMANDER of designation of the attack stairway.

If the apartment door has been left open at a fire in a HRFPMD, the public hallway is now considered an extension of the fire area, (fire apartment and public hallway). Which is an incorrect procedure for the 1st due Engine company from the list below? A) The hose line should be charged before exiting the attack stairway. B) In all cases, the hose line shall not enter the public hallway until the ladder company locates the fire apartment and provides direction for the advancing Engine company. C) Engine companies shall not enter the IDLH without a charged line. D) All of the above are correct

B) In all cases, the hose line shall not enter the public hallway until the ladder company locates the fire apartment and provides direction for the advancing Engine company. (INCORRECT) (FFP MDs section 6.2.1 C) * IN MOST CASES, line shall not enter public hallway until Ladder company locates fire apartment and provides direction for Engine.

There is the ever present danger that heat and fire conditions can change drastically at a fire in a HRFPMD. Factors that can affect changing fire and heat conditions are: - The adverse change in air flow through the fire apartment caused by window failure due to fire or premature venting. - The necessary opening of the fire apartment and attack stairway doors by members. - A tenant opening an apartment door on the fire floor on the opposite side of the public hallway of the fire apartment. - Increased stack effect caused by the opening of the attack stairway lobby and bulkhead doors. "If any one of (the above) conditions exist and the line cannot be advanced out of the attack stairwell, the unit operating the 1st hose line should maintain their position in the attack stairwell with the attack stairwell door closed" Do you agree or disagree with this statement? A) Agree B) Disagree

A) Agree | FFP MDs section 6.2.1 D

Which is an incorrect duty for the 2nd Engine Company to arrive at a fire in a HRFPMD? A) The 2nd Engine to arrive shall team up with the 1st Engine on the scene to stretch and place the 1st hose line into operation. B) Upon arrival, ensure the Siamese is supplied and provide assistance when necessary. C) Obtain Post Radio from Fire Sector Supervisor and bring it to the standpipe outlet where the 1st hose line is being connected and establish a communications link on the Command Channel between the fire sector and the Incident Commander if necessary. D) Take elevators to at least 2 floors below the reported fire floor using precautions normally taken with elevators. E) The 2nd Engine officer must advise the IC when their members are assisting the first engine advance in the IDLH. F) The officer must also inform the IC when and where additional assistance is required on the 1st hose line (e.g. In the stair, on the floor below, on the fire floor hallway)

C) Obtain Post Radio from Fire Sector Supervisor and bring it to the standpipe outlet where the 1st hose line is being connected and establish a communications link on the Command Channel between the fire sector and the Incident Commander if necessary. (INCORRECT) (FFP MDs section 6.2.2) * You will obtain Post Radio from FIRST ARRIVING BATTALION CHIEF

The 2nd hose line at a fire in a HRFPMD may be used to: 1. Back up the 1st line 2. Advance with the 1st line 3. Operate into a breach in the adjoining apartment wall while the 1st line is protecting the public hallway. 4. The 2nd hose line can never be used on the floor above 5. On the floor above due to; auto exposure via windows or air conditioner sleeves, or extension via utility voids or steam pipe risers. Which is the most correct answer? A) 1, 2, 3, 4 B) 1, 2, 4 C) 1, 2, 3, 5 D) 1 and 2 only

C) 1, 2, 3, 5 (FFP MDs section 6.2.3) CHOICE 4 IS INCORRECT * The 2nd line CAN BE USED ON FLOOR ABOVE (auto exposure)

From the list below, which is a correct procedure that the 4th assigned Engine company at a fire in a HRFPMD should follow? A) If the HRN is to be used, the 4th Engine will put it into operation. They will always stretch their own line. B) It will be the responsibility of the 4th assigned Engine company to bring the HRN to the ICP and then, when ordered, bring it to the floor below the fire for quick deployment. C) If the 4th assigned Engine company is not equipped with a HRN, the IC shall contact the dispatcher for the identity of the unit carrying the HRN that has already been assigned to the 10-77. D) If none of the first four Engine companies are equipped with a HRN, the IC shall special call the nearest HRN equipped Engine company.

B) It will be the responsibility of the 4th assigned Engine company to bring the HRN to the ICP and then, when ordered, bring it to the floor below the fire for quick deployment. (FFP MDs section 6.2.4) A - HRN Engine will EITHER USE LINE ALREADY IN PLACE OR STRETCH THEIR OWN LINE. B - Correct C - If 4th Engine does not have HRN, the 4th ENGINE OFFICER will contact dispatcher for identity of unit carrying HRN. D - If none of the first four Engines have HRN, the DISPATCHER will special call the nearest HRN equipped Engine. The IC will then determine who puts it into operation.

The 1st Ladder company to arrive for a fire in a HRFPMD will be responsible for all of the following items except which one below? A) Elevator recall to gain control of elevators and prevent occupant use. B) Control fire floor stairway doors. Control fire apartment door. C) Search and ventilation of the fire apartment D) The officer of the 1st ladder company will initiate and/or control (prevent) horizontal ventilation of the fire apartment. E) No other company officer or firefighter should attempt any ventilation of the fire building without the approval of the first ladder officer. F) Consult with the Engine officer before selecting an attack stairway. Once this designation has been made, all operations are to proceed from this stairway.

E) No other company officer or firefighter should attempt any ventilation of the fire building without the approval of the first ladder officer. (INCORRECT) (FFP MDs section 6.3.1) * No one should attempt ventilation of the FIRE APARTMENT without approval of 1st ladder officer

If a Wind Control Device (WCD) deployment is initiated in a HRFPMD, the 2nd ladder company officer must coordinate this evolution. Points to address are incorrectly found in which choice below? A) Is assistance needed on the floor above? B) Is an extinguisher/line needed in the apartment above in case of auto exposure? C) Are there members in the apartment above the fire apartment to secure the lower WCD ropes? D) Is a spotter in place on the exterior of the building for guidance? E) Notify the IC of any needed assistance, progress or lack of progress.

C) Are there members in the apartment above the fire apartment to secure the lower WCD ropes? (INCORRECT) (FFP MDs section 6.3.2) * Members should be in the apartment BELOW THE FIRE to secure the lower straps of the WCD.

Generally, a 3rd Ladder company to arrive at a fire in a HRFPMD should be used to conduct searches of stairways and hallways when reports indicate ____________________. Which is the correct answer? A) severe smoke on lower floors B) severe smoke above the fire sector C) severe smoke on the floor above the fire floor D) All of the above

B) severe smoke above the fire sector (FFP MDs section 6.3.3) Fire Sector = fire floor and floor above

The Ventilation Support Group will be the 6th ladder company assigned on a 10-77. The ventilation support group will inform the IC of the recommended placement of the Positive Pressure Ventilation (PPV) fans based on the points below. Which is the most correct item below? A) The number of PPV fans and personnel available. B) The location of the floor below C) The number of floors in the building D) The stage of firefighting operations E) All of the above

E) All of the above (FFP MDs 6.3.6) PRIORITY - Pressure attack stairwell - Pressure evacuation stairwell - Vent public hallway / smoke & CO control

You are the IC at a carbon monoxide emergency in a 9 story Fire Proof Hotel outside of JFK Airport property. Shortly after your arrival you determine that the cause of the high CO levels is due to an overheated supply fan in the HVAC system. The engineer shuts down the fan, however you have levels of CO ranging from 10 to 60 ppm throughout the building. At this point please choose the correct action to follow from the list below? A) Request the response of the Ventilation Support Unit for their Positive Pressure Ventilation (PPV) fans. B) Continue with natural ventilation and do not request a Vent Support Unit.

B) Continue with natural ventilation and do not request a Vent Support Unit. (AUC 349 section 8.2) * 0-60 PPM (PPV FANS WILL NOT REDUCE CO EMISSIONS)

The deployment of the HRN and a WCD may prove difficult or not be possible if the fire window faces onto a balcony or terrace in a HRFPMD. Which is an incorrect item from the list below during this type of operation? A) The balcony floor outside the fire apartment may block the HRN stream deployed from the window directly below. B) Directing the HRN stream from the adjoining window from the floor,below may prove effective. C) If the apartment below the fire has a balcony, the HRN could be operating from the balcony railing, deflecting the stream off the underside of the balcony directly above the fire apartment. This tactic will always prove to be the most successful tactic to utilize. D) The WCD will not be possible from a floor above if that apartment itself has a balcony and the fire window is below this balcony preventing the WCD from deploying against the buildings exterior wall.

C) If the apartment below the fire has a balcony, the HRN could be operating from the balcony railing, deflecting the stream off the underside of the balcony directly above the fire apartment. This tactic will always prove to be the most successful tactic to utilize. (INCORRECT) (FFP MDs 6.7.2) * This tactic PROVIDES LIMITED SUCCESS

Low-rise fireproof MDs (LRFPMD - less than 75') are generally older buildings and may be found in proximity to HRFPMDs. Since their construction is fireproof, apartment fires will present fire problems similar to those in taller fireproof buildings. LRFPMDs will have all of the following characteristics below except which one? A) They will vary in height, generally from 3 to 7 stories. B) They can be isolated buildings or attached buildings. C) They may be built as one building with two separate sections separated by fire doors on each floor. D) They may contain one single stairway or two remote stairways. These stairways may be opened or closed. E) They are usually equipped with standpipe systems.

E) They are usually equipped with standpipe systems. (INCORRECT) (FFP MDs section 7) * USUALLY NOT EQUIPPED with standpipe systems and often require a hand stretch.

The vertical ventilation tactics in LRFPMDs is different than the tactics used in HRFPMDs. Which is an incorrect LRFPMD ventilation tactic from the list below? A) In LRFPMDs the emphasis will generally be placed on venting the attack stair bulkhead after approval of the IC, early in the operation. B) When ordered, the venting of the attack stairway in LRFPMDs will be accomplished by the 1st and 2nd arriving Chauffeur positions. C) While roof ventilation is emphasized in LRFPMDs, permission must still be granted by the IC before vertical ventilation via the attack stair bulkhead. D) Roof firefighters must wait until permission has been granted by the IC before opening the attack stair bulkhead. Particularly on windy days, the opening of the attack stairway bulkhead should be delayed until a,proper sizeup can be made.

B) When ordered, the venting of the attack stairway in LRFPMDs will be accomplished by the 1st and 2nd arriving Chauffeur positions.(INCORRECT) (FFP MDs section 7) * In LRFPMDs the ROOF FF GOES TO ROOF to vent attack stair.

Which are incorrect method(s) of accessing the roof in the various types of LRFPMDs listed below? A) Attached buildings with one stairway - where these attached structures are found, roof access is generally via the interior stairway of the adjoining building. B) Individual buildings with two separate sections sections and fire doors - Roof access is generally via the interior stairway of the adjoining section, provided that the fire doors are in the open position. C) Isolated buildings with two stairways - The enclosed stairs are found remote from each other and roof access is generally via the enclosed attack stairway. D) Isolated buildings with one stairway - The roof firefighter may be ordered to take the interior stair to the roof provided that the fire apartment door is controlled and maintained closed by the ladder company officer.

B) Individual buildings with two separate sections sections and fire doors - roof access is generally via the interior stairway of the adjoining section, provided that the fire doors are in the open position (INCORRECT) C) Isolated buildings with two stairways - The enclosed stairs are found remote from each other and roof access is generally via the enclosed attack stairway (INCORRECT) (FFP MDs section 7.1 & 7.3.1 C) A - Correct B - Fire doors must be in CLOSED position C - Roof access generally via EVACUATION STAIRS.

Fires in LRFPMDs may be extinguished using 1 3/4" or 2 1/2" hose hand stretched from a pumper depending on the hallway length. Which is the correct item from the list below about these types of hand stretches? A) If the hallways in these structures are small, that is, every apartment door is within 50' of every stairway on that floor, then 1 3/4" hose can be stretched from the pumper, regardless of fire conditions. B) If a LRFPMD has long hallways, that is, any apartment door is more than 50' from any stairway on that floor, then the additional GPM available from 2 1/2" hose may be needed and 2 1/2" hose should be stretched from the standpipe outlet. C) Battalion Commanders shall ensure that non standpipe buildings where 1 3/4" hose may be used are entered into the CIDS. D) None of the above are correct

D) None of the above are correct (FFP MDs section 7.2) A - If every apartment door is within 50' of every stairway on that floor, then 1 3/4" can be stretched IF COMPATIBLE W/ FIRE CONDITIONS. B - If any apartment door is more than 50' away from any stairway on that floor then a 2 1/2" hose may be needed and HAND STRETCHED FROM THE PUMPER. C - DIVISION COMMANDERS ensures these buildings are in CIDS.

You have just finished operating as the 1st arriving ladder company officer at a fire in a LRFPMD, you would know that you should re-read the manual on these types of fires because you made one mistake while operating. From the following actions, which was your one mistake? A) You ordered your company to search and ventilate the fire apartment. B) You initiated and controlled ventilation of the fire apartment. C) You had the discretion to decide if it would be best to extinguish the fire without any exterior horizontal ventilation. D) There were two stairways present, so you realized that you must consult with the Engine officer prior to designating the attack stairway and then notify the IC.

D) There were two stairways present, so you realized that you must consult with the Engine officer prior to designating the attack stairway and then notify the IC. (INCORRECT) (FFP MDs section 7.3.1) * In a LRFPMD you notify the IC AND ENGINE OFFICER of the attack stairwell.

Which is an incorrect procedure for the OV FF and Chauffeur team of the 1st due ladder company at a fire in a LRFPMD? A) OV takes halligan, halligan hook. Chauffeur takes halligan and axe. B) Conduct an outside survey together, do not split apart, as stated under the HRFPMDS section. C) If no outside ops are possible, then the OV/LCC team shall proceed to the fire floor to team up with their officer and assist in the search of the fire floor hallway and fire apartment. D) At isolated buildings where there is only one interior stair and no adjoining building, the LCC will have to provide access to the roof for the Roof FF.

B) Conduct an outside survey together, do not split apart, as stated under the HRFPMDS section (INCORRECT) (FFP MDs section 7.3.1) * QUICKER TO SPLIT APART while conducting outside survey.

Roof access will be obtained using the following priority order at a fire in a LRFPMD, Which is the correct order from the list below? 1. Aerial Ladder or Tower Ladder 2. An enclosed evacuation stairwell 3. Stairway in an attached adjoining building. In an individual building with two separate sections protected by fire doors, the use of a protected adjoining section is the priority. A) 1,2,3 B) 2,3,1 C) 2,1,3 D) 3,2,1

D) 3,2,1 (FFP MDs section 7.3.1 C) ``` #1 - Stairway in attached adjoining #2 - Enclosed evacuation stairway in same building #3 - Aerial or TL ```

For all fires other than a top floor fire in a LRFPMD, who is responsible to take the KO curtain as part of their tool assignment? A) 1st arriving ladder company interior team B) 1st arriving ladder company OV/LCC team C) 1st arriving ladder company Roof FF D) 2nd arriving ladder company interior team E) 2nd arriving ladder company OV/LCC team F) 2nd arriving ladder company Roof FF

D) 2nd arriving ladder company interior team. | FFP MDs section 7.3.2 A

The 2nd arriving ladder company interior team (Officer and FE team) is responsible for all floors and stairs above the fire floor at a fire in a LRFPMD. They should proceed to the floor above to locate and force entry into the apartment directly above the fire. They should be prepared to assist the fire floor from this location if: A) Ventilation is needed for the fire apartment. This must be coordinated with the IC. B) Assistance is required from above in determining the fire apartment layout. C) A LSR rescue is required from this location. D) KO curtain deployment is needed. Which choice above is incorrect?

A) Ventilation is needed for the fire apartment. This must be coordinated with the IC. (INCORRECT) (FFP MDs section 7.3.2 A) * FIRST LADDER OFFICER CONTROLS APT. VENTILATION

CIDS should be utilized for LRFPMDs to indicate all of the following except which? A) Roof access B) The number and type of stairways or sections. Indicate if stairways are open or enclosed and if sections are protected by fire doors. C) Apparatus access D) Hydrant locations as needed E) Search rope required (when necessary) F) 2 1/2" hose, when approved for use in selected buildings

F) 2 1/2" hose, when approved for use in selected buildings. (INCORRECT) (FFP MDs section 7.5) * 1 3/4" HOSE WHEN APPROVED FOR USE IN SELECT BLDGS.

If the 1st Roof FF determines that a LSR operation is not practical from the roof level of a LRFPMD, then the following options are available. Which option listed below is incorrect? A) If the 2nd Roof FF has not already reached the roof, the 1st Roof FF should immediately direct that member to the apartment directly above the fire apartment. B) The 2nd Roof FF shall bring their assigned tools including the LSR to the apartment directly above the fire apartment. C) In buildings with two enclosed stairs, the 2nd Roof FF may descend the attack stairway to the apartment directly above the fire apartment. D) In buildings with an open interior stairway, the IC may direct members or another unit to bring an available LSR (Squad, Rescue, or Engine company) to the apartment directly above the fire.

C) In buildings with two enclosed stairs, the 2nd Roof FF may descend the attack stairway to the apartment directly above the fire apartment (INCORRECT) (FFP MDs section 7.6) * In buildings with 2 enclosed stairs, Roof FF may descend EVACUATION STAIRS to apartment directly above fire apartment.

When discussing wind impacted fires and the signs to recognize this dangerous situation, which point is correctly stated? A) Most of these fires occur on upper floors, where the effects of wind are much more dramatic. B) The direction and speed of wind at street level is a reliable indicator of wind conditions above the street level. C) Fire or smoke visible inside the fire apartment that is not venting out an open window is the classic ventilation profile of a wind impacted fire. D) There are only four conditions necessary to create a wind impacted fire: wind, fire in an apartment, a failed or open window in the fire room, and the fire apartment door to the public hallway being open.

C) Fire or smoke visible inside the fire apartment that is not venting out an open window is the classic ventilation profile of a wind impacted fire. (MDs ADD 3, 2.2) A - Can occur on ANY floor. It is not consistent and unpredictable. B - Wind at street level is NOT a reliable indicator of wind conditions above street level. C - Correct D - 5 conditions = Also an area of low pressure (open stairwell door or open fire apartment door on opposite side of hallway from the fire apartment. This air movement is called Flowpath.

Which company tactic is correctly described when combating wind impacted fires? A) In all instances, prior to advancing to the reported fire floor, gather information by surveying the floor below; i.e. location and designation of stairs, layout and shape of hallways, etc. B) After deploying a wind control device (WCD) from the floor above, the deployment window should be left open so the floor above team can monitor the effectiveness of the WCD. C) An exterior stream applied into the fire area must be directed for maximum depth penetration to ensure reaching the seat of the fire. D) The roof firefighter in the apartment above will be able to stimulate how wind will flow through the fire apartment by keeping the floor above apartment door open and opening a window.

D) The roof firefighter in the apartment above will be able to stimulate how wind will flow through the fire apartment by keeping the floor above apartment door open and opening a window. (MDs ADD 3, 3.3.1) A - Not in all instances (ex: Scissor Stairs do it 2 floors below) B - Deployment window should be CLOSED. C - Exterior stream should be DIRECTED OFF CEILING. D - Correct

You are an Engine company lieutenant at a fire in a FPMD. The IC orders you to stretch a line for a flanking attack on the fire apartment, in which the door to the public hallway has been left open, but the adjoining apartment can be safely accessed. Which tactic is considered correct for this situation? A) After gaining entry to the adjoining apartment, have the hose line stretched via the fire floor public hallway into this apartment. B) Make a small opening in the adjoining wall to the fire room as close as possible to the public hallway. C) This hole initially should only be large enough to fit the main stream tip of the nozzle through. D) The use of the high rise nozzle is also considered a flanking attack, and you would be correct to consider this option.

C) This hole initially should only be large enough to fit the main stream tip of the nozzle through. (FFP MDs, ADD 3, 4.2.2) A - Stretch line into adjoining apartment from the apartment below (ex: utility rope bottle stretch) Adjacent apt door must be kept closed at all times while flanking. B - Make opening CLOSE TO EXTERIOR WALL. C - Correct D - HRN is an EXTERIOR STREAM not a flanking attack.

You are a 1st due ladder company officer operating at a wind impacted fire. The occupant has fled and left the fire apartment door open. There is smoke and heat in the public hallway. Which would be a correct action for you to take? A) Have all members exit the public hallway immediately, and notify the engine officer and IC of conditions. B) After the engine charged the line in the attack stairwell, advance with them down the public hallway as the IC attempts to have other units deploy a WCD. C) Only enter the public hallway on approval from the IC, Operations Section Chief or the Sector Supervisor, and attempt to gain control of the fire apartment door with both of your forcible entry team members. D) When the decision has been made to enter the fire apartment by the IC and/or Sector Supervisor, the ladder company inside team should make entry prior to the hose line to facilitate rapid advance of the line and conduct an immediate search for life.

A) Have all members exit the public hallway immediately, and notify the engine officer and IC of conditions. (FFP MDs ADD 3, 5.1) A - Correct B - Fire apartment door open = Engine stretches and charges a line and remains in attack stairwell with door closed. Engine officer responsible for door control on stairwell side of door. Fire apartment door closed = Engine can stretch and charge line at the closed fire apartment door. C - When IC, Ops Section Chief or Sector Supervisor gives the OK, the ladder officer will enter public hallway with ONE MEMBER of his FE team and attempt to gain control of the fire apartment door. The other member will stay at the stairwell door on HALLWAY side to maintain the stairwell door closed and act as beacon for members entering the hallway. D - Engine ENTERS FIRE APARTMENT 1ST, to protect members due to extreme conditions.

Engine 69 is ordered to stretch a 2nd line for a large store fire on the first floor of an Old Law Tenement. Engine 69 would be correct to initially stretch this line where? A) Floor above the fire B) To the most severe exposure C) 1st floor entrance hallway D) Outside the store entrance as a backup for the first line.

C) 1st floor entrance hallway. (MD 4.2.2 A) * When assured that the 2nd line won't be needed on the first floor it may be advanced to the floor above.

Units respond to a 5th floor fire in a 6 story Low Rise Fireproof Multiple Dwelling. No outside operations are possible. Which truck member operated incorrectly? A) 1s due LCC takes a halligan and axe and proceeds to the fire floor after his outside survey. B) 1st due OV takes a halligan and halligan hook and proceeds to the fire floor after his outside survey. C) 1st due Roof takes a halligan, halligan hook, LSR and Life Belt and proceeds to the floor above. D) 2nd due Roof takes a halligan, halligan hook, LSR and Life Belt and proceeds to the roof.

C) 1st due Roof takes a halligan, halligan hook, LSR and Life Belt and proceeds to the floor above. (INCORRECT) (LRFPMDs) * PROCEEDS TO ROOF (2nd due inside team brings KO Curtain)

Units respond for a 4th floor fire in a 27 story housing project. You would be correct to know which company is responsible to ensure that all elevators are recalled? A) 1st due truck B) 2nd due truck C) 3rd due truck D) Lobby Control Unit

B) 2nd due truck (FFP HRFPMDs 6.1.3 B) * Lobby Control Unit ensures all elevators are recalled at HROBs. * 2nd due truck ensures all elevators are recalled at HRFPMDs.

E 289 arrives 4th due to a fire on the 6th floor of a 30 story apartment house. As the Engine officer, you would know your companies tool assignment would be: A) 1 length per member and the standpipe kit. B) 1 length per member, standpipe kit and the High Rise Nozzle C) 1 length per member, standpipe kit and HRN only if IC requests it D) HRN, standpipe kit and 2 lengths of hose (1 for BU, 1 for Control) and the Nozzle FF only carries the HRN.

B) 1 length per member, standpipe kit and the High Rise Nozzle (FFP MDs 6.2.4 A) * Tools are brought to the ICP. Upon the ICs orders, bring all tools to the floor below the fire.

Bronx truckies are discussing trench operations at a 6 story "H" type. They are correct in all points except which? A) Trench shall be at least 3' wide and about 20' from the main vent hole. B) Trenching is considered a defensive operation. C) These cockloft a can be as deep as 4 feet. D) Cut at the narrowest section using interior firewalls, bulkheads, skylights etc.

D) Cut at the narrowest section using interior firewalls, bulkheads, skylights etc. (INCORRECT) (MDs 5.9.9 E) * DO NOT DEPEND on firewalls constructed within the structure.

Out of the choices below, which is not an incorrect statement according to the glossary section of FFP - Multiple Dwellings? A) Fire wall: a wall that has all concealed draft openings closed up to form a barrier against the spread of fire with combustible materials. B) Fireproof construction: a building in which the walls, floors, structural members and stairway enclosures are made of incombustible materials with fire resistive ratings as required by code. C) Beam: a vertical structural member in building construction. D) Column: a horizontal supporting member in building construction.

B) Fireproof construction: a building in which the walls, floors, structural members and stairway enclosures are made of incombustible materials with fire resistive ratings as required by code. (FFP MDs Glossary) A - FIRE STOPPING (a wall that has had all concealed draft openings closed up to form a barrier against the spread of fire with incombustible materials). B - Correct C - Column (vertical member) D - Beam (horizontal member)

While operating at a fire on the 27th floor of a Fireproof MD, Lt. Mahon of L-21 determines that the smoke and heat conditions in the hallway are is due to a wind impacted fire with the fire department door left open. The following actions taken are correct except which one? A) The ladder officer ensured the members exited the public hallway immediately. B) The Ladder officer notified the IC and the Engine Officer of conditions. C) Hoseline was stretched and charged in attack stairwell. D) Door to stairwell remained closed until Engine and Ladder companies were ready to move down the hallway in unison.

D) Door to stairwell remained closed until Engine and Ladder companies were ready to move down the hallway in unison. (INCORRECT) (MDs Add 3, 5.1) * Door to stairwell must remain closed until ALTERNATE STRATEGY HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED.

Members of E-54 are discussing a recent 1st due fire that they had on the 32nd floor of a Class "A" High Rise Fireproof MD. These members are recalling how they handled this fire, and all but one of the actions listed below was correct? A) Members took elevator to the 29th floor using precautions normally taken with elevators. B) Each FF brought a length of 2 1/2" hose. C) The initial hoseline was connected to a standpipe outlet on the 31st floor in the evacuation stairway. D) E-54 Officer announced via Post Radio to initiate hoseline attack.

D) E-54 Officer announced via Post Radio to initiate hoseline attack (INCORRECT) (MDs 6.2.1 A & B) * E-54 officer announced VIA HANDIE TALKIE to initiate hoseline attack A - Correct: Take elevator AT LEAST 2 floors below. (It is not wrong to take it more than two floors below fire) B - Correct: each member brings a roll up. C - Correct: the attack stairway MAY NOT BE the stairway with the standpipe outlet for a HRFPMD.

Ladder 62 pulls up 1st due for a fire on the 5th floor of a 7 story Low Rise Fireproof Multiple Dwelling. The fire building is isolated with only one open interior stairway to the roof. No outside operations are possible due to the building being in the middle of a complex far off the street. Of the following actions, which would be an incorrect action taken by the members? A) Ladder 62 officer controlled the fire apartment door by keeping it closed, kept the stairwell from becoming an IDLH and ordered the roof FF up the stairs to the roof. B) The OV and LCC conducted an outside survey then proceeded to the floors above to assist in the search. C) While proceeding to the fire floor, the first due truck officer notified the IC that there was only one open interior stairwell. D) Ladder 62 inside team did not chock the door to the fire apartment open until a charged line was moving into the apartment.

B) The OV and LCC conducted an outside survey then proceeded to the floors above to assist in the search. (INCORRECT) (MDs 7.3.1 B) * OV and LCC proceed to FIRE FLOOR to team up with officer and assist in the search of the fire floor hallway and fire apartment after conducting outside survey.

During MUD, Captain Martinez decides to review construction features of Class "A" NFPMDs, particularly the larger buildings historically referred to as "H" Types. Some of the features the Captain mentioned are listed below. Which is incorrect? A) Generally, in the design of the "H" Type stairs and living units are located in the vertical lines of the letter "H" B) An inverted, raised or reversed roof is normally springy. C) Gooseneck ladders to the roof will not be found on fire escapes on the street side or on street side courtyards. D) Wing stairs are a tremendous asset in heavy fire operation on the top floor.

D) Wing stairs are a tremendous asset in heavy fire operation on the top floor. (INCORRECT) (MDs 5.1) * TRANSVERSE STAIRS are a tremendous asset in heavy fire operations on the top floor.

According to FFP - Multiple Dwelling Fires, a handline on the roof should only be used for all of the following except which? A) To prevent fire from extending past a trench. B) To protect exposures C) To extinguish fire that cannot be reached from below such as a fire in the cornice. D) To operate into ventilation holes.

D) To operate into ventilation holes. (INCORRECT) (MDs 3.2.10) * This decreases ventilation and nullifies the action of lines operating on the top floor. * A hoseline may be operated into a trench in a brief sweeping motion (side to side) to prevent fire from extending across a cockloft.

Which of the following is a false statement regarding the description of Old Law Tenements? A) Three to seven stories B) 35' to 50' wide C) 50' to 85' deep D) Interior stairs to cellar

B) 35' to 50' wide (INCORRECT) (FFP MDs 2.2.1) * OLT: 20' to 25' wide * NLT: 35' to 50' wide

You are the first unit to arrive at a reported fire in a New Law Tenement and find a shaft fire extending into 2 exposures. You would be most correct to? A) Transmit a 2nd alarm B) Transmit a 3rd alarm C) Special call an extra Engine and Truck D) Special call a TL as one was not assigned on the initial alarm.

B) Transmit a 3rd alarm | FFP MDs 3.4.4

New Law Tenements, built after 4/12/1901 and before 1916, include some of the following features listed below. Which one of these features is not correctly written? A) Generally 6 or 7 stories high. B) 5 to 6 apartments per floor. C) The 1st floor (cellar ceiling) is of fireproof construction and unpierced. D) The entrance to the cellar stair is by way of the interior stairs.

D) The entrance to the cellar stair is by way of the interior stairs. (FFP MDs 2.2.1) * Entrance to cellar is by way of the EXTERIOR stairs.

Which fact below regarding Fireproof Class "A" MDs (including housing projects) is incorrect? A) They are 4 to 40 stories or higher. B) There are rarely exposure problems in these buildings. C) Smaller 4 to 6 story fireproof buildings will always have an open fireproof stair that runs from the 1st floor to the roof. D) Newer buildings use gypsum board (Sheetrock) in the interior construction.

C) Smaller 4 to 6 story fireproof buildings will always have an open fireproof stair that runs from the 1st floor to the roof. (INCORRECT) (FFP MDs 2.3.1) * Smaller 4 to 6 story fireproof buildings USUALLY have ONE (1) fireproof stair that MAY BE open or enclosed and runs from the 1st floor to the roof.

Captain Manning and his crew from L-43 operated at a fire in the housing projects across the street from the firehouse. The fire was in an apartment on the 12th floor. Of all the actions taken by the members, only one was not correct. Indicate the incorrect action? A) Captain Manning had the Irons FF force a door on the same side of the building as the fire apartment for an area of refuge. B) Roof FF forced apartment door directly above the fire apartment to gain access. C) When the main body of fire was controlled, adjoining apartments were forced because of low CO readings in the public hallway. D) Roof FF forced another door on the floor above due to high CO readings at the end of the public hallway.

C) When the main body of fire was controlled, adjoining apartments were forced because of low CO readings in the public hallway. (INCORRECT) (MDs 6.1.4 A & B) * HIGH CO readings or severe smoke conditions in the public hallway are valid reasons to force adjacent apartments.

Section 2.1 of the MD fires bulletin describes tenements that were built before 4/12/1901 as being OLTs. Listed below are some points that describe OLTs. Which is the only correct point? A) 3 to 7 stories in height / 35' to 50' frontage / 50' to 85' deep B) Class 1 Non-Fireproof construction. C) Two means of egress from each apartment, almost always consisting of an interior stairway and a fire escape. D) Five to six apartments per floor.

C) Two means of egress from each apartment, almost always consisting of an interior stairway and a fire escape. (FFP MDs 2.1.1 - 2.1.6) A - 3 to 7 stories / 20' or 25' wide / 50' to 85' deep NLT = 35' to 50' frontage B - Class 3 Non Fireproof construction C - Correct D - 2 to 4 apartments per floor

Lt. Eastwood assembles his members for company drill. He tells them various statements about Multiple Dwellings. Which one is not a correct statement? A) Live fire testing and fireground deployments have shown that the deployment of Wind Controlling Devices (WCDs, KO curtain / Fire Blanket) will cause an immediate reduction in heat and intensity of the fire. B) At Non Fireproof MD fires, getting the first line in position and in operation is of vital importance. C) The 1st line stretched for a fire in the cellar of an OLT should be stretched to the cellar entrance door, located outside in the front of the building. D) It's of vital importance that before a line is committed in a "H" Type building, the exact location of the fire be determined.

C) The 1st line stretched for a fire in the cellar of an OLT should be stretched to the cellar entrance door, located outside in the front of the building. (INCORRECT) (MDs 5.2.1) * Cellar entrance door which is located INSIDE the building UNDER the interior stairs on the first floor.

While drilling on Wind Impacted fires in fireproof MDs, Lieutenant Hagan told the members of 5 conditions that are listed in the new bulletin that must be present for a wind impacted fire to occur. Lieutenant Hagan read these 5 conditions aloud and all were correct except for which one of the conditions? A) Wind and a fire in an apartment. B) Failed or opened window in the fire room. C) Fire apartment door leading to the public hallway left open or not fully closed. D) An area of high pressure such as an open apartment door on the opposite side of the public hallway from the fire apartment or an open stairwell door.

D) An area of high pressure such as an open apartment door on the opposite side of the public hallway from the fire apartment or an open stairwell door. (INCORRECT) (FFP MDs ADD 3, 2.2) * An area of LOW PRESSURE (open apt. door on opposite side of public hallway from the fire apartment or an open stairwell door)

You are the officer of E-39 and you have been tasked with applying water on a wind impacted fire in a fireproof MD utilizing a flanking strategy. The door to the fire apartment has been left open. E-39 operated correctly by taking which action? A) Using the flanking strategy, members applied water from outside the fire building to control the main body of fire via a non frontal attack. B) The hoseline was stretched via the fire floor public hallway and the door to the adjoining apartment was kept in the closed position. C) A small opening was made in the adjoining wall to the fire room and as close to the main body of fire as possible. D) Initially the hole in the wall was made only large enough for the MST of the nozzle to be placed into the opening, allowing stream to be directed at ceiling of fire room.

D) Initially the hole in the wall was made only large enough for the MST of the nozzle to be placed into the opening, allowing stream to be directed at ceiling of fire room. (FFP MDs ADD 3, 4.3 A) A - Applied water from INSIDE of the building. B - Hoseline is stretched to the adjoining apartment from the apartment below via exterior window or balcony using a utility rope. C - Make hole as close to the EXTERIOR WALL as possible so as not to create a new flow path.

Lt. Piazza was conducting a wind impacted fires in fireproof MD drill. He listed some conditions that must be present for a wind impacted fire to occur. Which point is not correct? A) Wind B) Fire in apartment C) Failed or open window in fire room. D) Fire apartment door closed leading to the hallway.

D) Fire apartment door closed leading to the hallway. (FFP MDs ADD 3, 2.2) * Fire apartment door leading to public hallway left OPEN or not fully closed.

Which one of the following choices would be the only correct statement with regards to operating at a non fireproof MD fire? A) No material shall be thrown onto roofs or open shafts. B) It's the responsibility of the 1st truck to arrive to determine the severity of the fire and whether it is extending and to where it is extending. C) When cutting a hole over fire using saws, if possible, the long side of the opening should be parallel to the roof beams. D) It may be necessary to use Engine companies to pull ceilings on the top floor for a fire in the cockloft of a larger non fireproof MD.

D) It may be necessary to use Engine companies to pull ceilings on the top floor for a fire in the cockloft of a larger non fireproof MD. (FFP MDs 3.3.4) A - No material shall be thrown onto roofs of BUILDING SETBACKS or into NARROW SHAFTS. B - 1st truck to determine the LOCATION of fire and whether it is extending and where it is extending to. C - If possible the long side of the opening should be made at RIGHT ANGLES to the roof beams in order to vent as many beams as possible.

On BISP, Captain Handyboy is standing in front of some NLTs and OLTs with his company. The Captain explains some of the differences between these buildings but only one of his points was correct. Which point below is the correct point? A) OLTs were built after 4/12/1921 B) NLTs were built after 4/18/1929 C) Newer NLTs were built after 1929 D) NLTs were built after 4/12/1901

D) NLTs were built after 4/12/1901 (MD fires 2.1) A - OLTs built before 4/12/1901 B - NLTs built after 4/12/1901 and before 1916 C - Newer NLTs erected between 1916 and 1929

L-43 responded 1st due for a report of a fire at 845 East 101 street, a Low Rise Fireproof MD. This is an isolated building where there is only one open interior stairway to the roof, and the roof can't be accessed via L-43's Aerial or 2nd due TL 13's bucket. In this situation, a decision must be made by the officer as to whether roof ventilation is required. All of the actions taken were correct except which one? A) If stairway is not an IDLH and safety permits, Roof FF may be ordered to take the interior stairs to roof, provided that the fire apartment door is controlled and maintained closed by the Ladder officer. B) If stairway is an IDLH then the Roof FF must be teamed up with another member before ascending to the roof. C) Fire apartment door must be maintained closed until the Roof FF has communicated to the IC that they are in a safe area, and that the bulkhead door is closed. D) If ordered by the IC, provide ventilation of the stairway bulkhead.

C) Fire apartment door must be maintained closed until the Roof FF has communicated to the IC that they are in a safe area, and that the bulkhead door is closed (INCORRECT) (FFP MDs 7.3.1 C) * Roof FF communicates to THEIR OFFICER that they are in a safe area and that the bulkhead door is closed.

E-53 arrived at a wind impacted fire in a fireproof MD. The following procedure for a flanking attack when the apartment door to the fire apartment has been left open were employed. All were correct except which decision? A) A small hole was made in the adjoining wall to the fire room as close to the exterior wall as possible, so as not to create a new flowpath. B) Initially the hole in the wall should be large enough for the MST of the nozzle to be placed in the opening. C) Enter the adjoining apartment to apply hose stream to the fire room or area via a breached wall on same side of building as the fire apartment. D) Once access is obtained to adjoining apartment, the hoseline will be stretched via the fire floor public hallway into the adjoining apartment to operate into the fire apartment.

D) Once access is obtained to adjoining apartment, the hoseline will be stretched via the fire floor public hallway into the adjoining apartment to operate into the fire apartment. (INCORRECT) (FFP MDs 4.3) * This is the correct operational procedure for a flanking attack when the door to the fire apartment is CLOSED. * When fire apartment door has been left open, the hoseline is stretched to the adjoining apartment from the apartment below via an exterior window or balcony using a utility rope.

The members of E-285 are discussing different types of outside streams deployed by the FDNY, and the various situations which may call for their use at a fire in a Multiple Dwelling. All points made by the members were correct except which? A) Outside streams should never be operated into occupied buildings. B) Only the IC may order the use of outside streams. C) The first arriving officer can order a deck pipe to be used for a store fire. D) Outside streams should be used in one position only as long as necessary to extinguish visible fire.

A) Outside streams should never be operated into occupied buildings. (INCORRECT) (FFP MDs 3.5.10 A) * As a general rule, outside streams should not be directed into occupied buildings. In some cases, life safety or fire conditions may require it.

Ladder 177 is operating first due at a fire reported on the 19th floor of a High Rise MD. From reports given to him by his LCC outside and Roof man on the floor above, the Lieutenant is unable to determine if this is a wind impacted fire. Of the following actions taken by the Lieutenant and his company, which would be the only correct one? A) They took a fireman service elevator to the 18th floor. B) The Lieutenant consulted with the 2nd due truck before selecting an attack stairway. C) The lieutenant and Can FF entered the public hallway to locate the fire apartment and control the fire apartment door. D) The fire apartment door was no chocked open unit a charged hoseline was advancing toward the fire apartment door.

C) The lieutenant and Can FF entered the public hallway to locate the fire apartment and control the fire apartment door. (MD fires 6.3.1) A - Take elevator to AT LEAST 2 floors below. B - Consult with ENGINE OFFICER before selecting an attack stairway. C - Correct D - Don't chock door open until a charged hoseline is MOVING INTO THE FIRE APT.

Store fires in OLTs may involve a large amount of combustible material. These fires may extend to upper floors by auto exposure or via openings in store ceilings. Of the choices below, which would be the only incorrect point regarding operations at store fires in OLTs? A) It is especially important that no plate glass windows be broken without a charged line being ready. B) The 1st line stretched must be a 2 1/2" for store fires and a 2nd line is stretched to the entrance hallway. C) It is very important to position a line to protect people on a fire escape. Fire issuing from stores may be directly under a fire escape and people attempting to use it may be in danger. D) These store ceilings were usually constructed of metal. The metal ceiling can communicated heat to the floor above.

B) The 1st line stretched must be a 2 1/2" for store fires and a 2nd line is stretched to the entrance hallway. (INCORRECT) (MD fires 4.2.2) * A 2 1/2" line SHOULD be stretched for LARGE VOLUME FIRES and 2nd line stretched to the entrance hallway.

Ladder 153 responds first due to a number of low rise fireproof MDs. They are drilling on the Roof position and all the different options they have. In which choice is their junior man incorrect? A) 1st Roof FF uses stairway in attached adjoining building as his first priority to access the roof. B) 1st due roof takes an enclosed evacuation stairway before using the Aerial / TL. C) 1st due Roof takes open interior stairs to roof because the other options aren't available. Fire apartment door is maintained closed by the ladder officer. D) Roof ventilation is not emphasized and must not occur until ordered by the IC.

D) Roof ventilation is not emphasized and must not occur until ordered by the IC. (INCORRECT) (MDs 7.3.1 C) * Roof ventilation IS emphasized in low rise fireproof MDs but must not occur until ordered by the IC.

While visiting during annual inspection, the Chief gave members four various points regarding Engine company operations at non fireproof multiple dwellings. Being that the Chief has been out of the books for awhile, only which one of the points he made was correct? A) Place engine apparatus as close to the parked cars as possible and use the front suction inlet. B) Exercise caution when using a front suction inlet so as not to block out arriving ladder apparatus. C) After 2 lines have been stretched up a stairway, additional lines should be stretched up well hole to avoid tangle. D) Hoselines should only be operated into vent holes from the roof in a long sweeping motion.

B) Exercise caution when using a front suction inlet so as not to block out arriving ladder apparatus. (MDs 3.2.1) A - Use the SIDE SUCTION INLET. C - Additional lines should be stretched via FIRE ESCAPE OR WINDOWS, make use of ropes. D - Hoselines SHOUL NOT be operated into ventilation holes from roof. Hoseline in TRENCH, use a side to side sweeping motion.

E-249 and L-113 are first to arrive units for a fire on the 12th floor of a 20 story High Rise FPMD. Upon entering the lobby they see that the only available elevator is mom fireman service. Which members would be correct to take the elevator first? A) Engine officer, Nozzle, Backup, Ladder officer, FE team B) Ladder officer, FE team, OV, Engine officer, Control C) Ladder officer, FE team, Engine officer, Nozzle, Control. D) Ladder officer, Can, Engine officer, Nozzle, Backup, Control.

C) Ladder officer, FE team, Engine officer, Nozzle, Control. (MDs 6.1.3 F) Choice B - Ladder officer, FE team, OV, Engine officer and Control (or Nozzle) take elevator first if it is a FIREMAN SERVICE elevator.

The members of Ladder 13 get in first due for a fire on the 6th floor of a Class "A" HRFPMD. The following actions taken by the officer and his company were all correct except? A) Ladder 13 recalled the elevators. B) The members took the stairs. C) Ladder 13 operated the elevator. D) The 2nd to arrive Ladder Company ensured that all elevators were recalled and searched.

C) Ladder 13 operated the elevator. (MDs 6.1.3 A) * Stairs shall be used when the fire is on the 7th floor or below.

There are several different types of low rise fireproof multiple dwellings found in NYC. Roof access varies for each type of building. Correct statements describing roof access in LRFPMDs are found in all but which point? A) Attached buildings with one stairway, roof access is generally via the interior stairway of an adjoining building. B) Individual buildings with 2 separate sections and fire doors, roof access is generally via the interior stairway of the adjoining section provided fire doors are in the open position. C) Isolated buildings with 2 stairways, roof access is generally via the enclosed evacuation stairway. D) Isolated buildings with one stairway. In this situation a decision must be made by the company officer as to whether roof ventilation is required. If stairway is not an IDLH and safety permits, Roof FF may be ordered to take the interior stairs to the roof provided the fire apartment door is controlled and maintained closed by the Ladder company officer. If the stairway is an IDLH then the Roof FF must be teamed up with another member before ascending to the roof.

B) Individual buildings with 2 separate sections and fire doors, roof access is generally via the interior stairway of the adjoining section provided fire doors are in the open position. (INCORRECT) (FFP MDs 7.1.2) * Fire doors should be in the CLOSED position. * Choice D = in either case, the fire apartment door must be maintained closed until Roof FF has communicated to their officer that they are on the roof in a safe area and that the bulkhead door is closed. If ordered by the IC, provide ventilation of the stairway.

NYC is comprised of tenement style buildings in every borough. An incorrect description of Old Law Tenements can be found in which choice? A) 20 or 25' wide, 50' to 85' deep B) Three to seven stories in height, Class 3 non fireproof construction C) Two to four apartments per floor with a secondary means of egress from each apartment. D) Light and air shafts not found on buildings built prior to 4/12/1901

D) Light and air shafts not found on buildings built prior to 4/12/1901 (INCORRECT) (MDs 2.1) * Light and air shafts WILL BE FOUND on buildings prior to 4/12/1901

Many old law tenements contain "railroad flat" apartments. In regard to these types of apartments, it would be correct to state? A) There will typically be four apartments per floor. B) Front and rear fire escapes are required C) The apartments extend from the front to the rear of the building. D) The absence of a front fire escape is of major concern for the safety of the operating forces.

C) The apartments extend from the front to the rear of the building. (MDs 2.1) A - Typically TWO (2) apartments per floor B - Front and rear fire escapes are NOT required. There will be either a front or a rear fire escape. C - Correct D - The absence of a REAR FIRE ESCAPE is a major concern for the safety of the operating forces.

Which tool assignment is incorrect for the Roof FF in a HRFPMD? A) 1st Roof takes KO curtain B) 2nd Roof takes LSR C) 3rd Roof takes KO to apartment above fire apartment D) Squad and Rescue floor above teams will also take KO curtain to apartment above the fire apartment

D) Squad and Rescue floor above teams will also take KO curtain to apartment above the fire apartment. (INCORRECT) (FFP MDs section 7) * Squad & Rescue take FIRE BLANKET to floor above

New Law Tenements are those buildings built after 4/12/01 but prior to 1916. These buildings were much larger and incorporated different building characteristics. Which is not an accurate description of a NLT? A) Steel "I" Beams were introduced to carry the floor joists. These beams are supported by masonry walls. B) The entrance to the cellar is by way of an exterior stair. C) The cellar ceiling is of fireproof construction and unpierced. D) The secondary means of egress is always an interior stairway.

D) The secondary means of egress is always an interior stairway (INCORRECT) (MDs 2.2) * Secondary egress is NOT ALWAYS an interior stair. It can also be a fire escape.

You are a lieutenant inspecting a NLT built in 1925. A firefighter has asked you what the maximum allowed floor areas within this building can be in order not to be built of fireproof construction? A) 2500 sq. feet B) 3000 sq. feet C) 10,000 sq. feet D) 7500 sq. feet

A) 2500 sq. feet (MDs 2.3) * 1916-1930 = no greater than 2500 sq. feet * After 1930 = no greater than 3000 sq. feet * 30/30 = After 30 / 3000 sq. feet

A lieutenant of the FAST truck was observing operations at a cockloft fire in a tenement building. He made the following statements to his members. Which point below requires correction? A) Between 1916 and 1929 the dividing walls of the building are only required to reach the ceiling of the top floor. B) Between 1930 and 1940 firewalls were required to be carried to the underside of the roof boards. C) After 1940 the firewalls were required to be carried to the top of the roof boards. D) Firewalls in the cockloft can be depended upon to effectively limit fire spread in the cockloft of these types of non-fireproof buildings.

D) Firewalls in the cockloft can be depended upon to effectively limit fire spread in the cockloft of these types of non-fireproof buildings. (INCORRECT) (MDs 2.4) * Firewalls SHOULD NOT BE DEPENDED UPON to effectively limit fire spread in the cockloft. These buildings are very old, the firewalls may be rotted or corroded, therefore do not rely on them. * "CUT" 1916 - 1929 = Ceiling of top floor 1930 - 1940 = Underside of roof boards After 1940 = Top of roof boards

The first line at a fire in a multiple dwelling will have the largest effect on the outcome of the operation. An incorrect choice regarding engine company operations at multiple dwelling fires can be found in which choice? A) The first line is always stretched via the interior stairs to the location of the fire. B) All arriving engines and squad companies acting as engines shall locate and test hydrants at these operations. C) The second engine shall assist in the stretching of the first hoseline. D) Tower and Aerial ladders should not be tied up by stretching lines from or up the ladder itself.

A) The first line is always stretched via the interior stairs to the location of the fire. (INCORRECT) (MDs 3.2.2) * The first line will NOT ALWAYS be stretched up the interior stairs. (Flame issuing from windows endangering occupants, shaft fires, bottle stretches etc.)

An engine company operating on the roof of a seven story multiple dwelling should be criticized for utilizing their handline on the roof in which choice below? A) Directed into a trench to prevent fire from extending past the trench B) Used to extinguish fire in the cornice that cannot be reached from the top floor. C) Operated to,protect an exposure. D) Directed into a ventilation hole to assist top floor operations.

D) Directed into a ventilation hole to assist top floor operations. (INCORRECT) (MDs 3.2.9) * DO NOT DIRECT STREAMS INTO VENTILATION HOLES.

A lieutenant from Engine 241 is supervising the advancement of the first handline into an OLT. He knows that the primary purpose of his units line is to? A) Confine and extinguish the fire B) Protect ladder company personnel operating above the fire C) Safeguard the stairway so it can be used by escaping occupants D) Guard against the extension of fire from the fire apartment

C) Safeguard the stairway so it can be used by escaping occupants. (MDs 3.2.11)

While supervising the overhauling of a fire on the third floor of a five story tenement, a lieutenant should order one of the firefighters under his command to insure that windows are opened in which manner to ventilate the fire area? A) 2/3 from the bottom and 1/3 from the top B) 1/2 from the top only C) 2/3 from the top and 1/3 from the bottom D) 3/4 from the top and 1/4 from the bottom

C) 2/3 from the top and 1/3 from the bottom | MDs 3.3.3

Captain Jackson has been ordered by the Deputy Chief to supervise overhauling of the fire apartment in a NLT. The fire apartment is a Colliers Mansion and filled with debris. A lot of material has to be removed by throwing it out of the windows. In this situation the captain would be considered correct to consider all of the following except which action? A) A member should always be posted in the yard or street to prevent injuries to anyone from falling material. B) No material shall be allowed to be unnecessarily thrown out of windows. C) Material may be discarded into narrow or unenclosed shafts. D) Examination must be made prior to discarding any material in the yard to assure no occupant has jumped.

C) Material may be discarded into narrow or unenclosed shafts (INCORRECT) (MDs 3.3.4) * NO material may be thrown into NARROW OR ENCLOSED shafts or ROOFS OF SETBACKS.

At a recent fire in a tenement building, firefighters from a Brooklyn study group made the following four statements regarding gas meters. Knowing they were studying for the lieutenant test, their officer corrected them in which one? A) Fire from a gas meter should immediately be extinguished with a hoseline to prevent fire extension. B) All combustible material near the gas meter should be wet down prior to the gas supply being shut off. C) Gas leaks from the piping can be diminished or even stopped by stuffing rags or paper into the break. D) Gas meters may be found in the apartments, in the public hallway, but are most commonly found in the cellar.

A) Fire from a gas meter should immediately be extinguished with a hoseline to prevent fire extension. (INCORRECT) (MDs 3.5.9) * LEAVE GAS FIRE BURNING until gas supply is shut off.

You are a lieutenant working a 9x6 tour in Engine 259. Your unit has arrived first for a fire in a 4 story OLT. There is heavy fire from the cellar, first floor and second floor, with people trapped on the fire escape on the third and fourth floors. From your knowledge of outside streams, which is the correct statement? A) Outside streams should never be directed into occupied buildings. B) The first to arrive lieutenant can order the use of outside streams. C) Outside streams should be used in one position until ordered to be moved by the IC. D) At large area building fires, outside streams should be positioned to drive fire and heat away from the area of origin, toward uninvolved areas.

B) The first to arrive lieutenant can order the use of outside streams. (MDs 3.5.10) A - Outside streams CAN BE DIRECTED into occupied buildings B - Correct (Officer in command can order the use of outside streams) C - Outside streams should be used in one position ONLY UNTIL ALL VISIBLE FIRE HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED. D - Outside streams should be positioned to drive fire and heat AWAY FROM UNINVOLVED AREAS, TOWARD THE AREA OR ORIGIN.

Engine 10 is assigned and arrives first due for a fire in the cellar of an OLT. There is a medium fire condition in the cellar and the owner of the building has stated to you, the officer on duty, that everyone is out of the building. You ordered the members of your unit to stretch the first handline where? A) Into the cellar via the sidewalk cellar entrance B) To the cellar entrance inside the building under the interior stairway entrance on the first floor. C) Into the cellar via the interior stairway entrance on the first floor D) To the rear of the building for advancement into the cellar through a rear entrance.

B) To the cellar entrance inside the building under the interior stairway entrance on the first floor. (MDs 4.2.1) * DO NOT go down cellar unless the fire is MINOR.

A Captain is holding a company drill concerning store fires found on the first floor of many OLTs. He made the following statements. Which one is not entirely correct? A) The first line stretched should be 2 1/2". This line should be used to extinguish the fire. B) A charged line should always be in position prior to ventilating the store, especially if the store has plate glass windows. C) The second line should be advanced into the store to backup the first line. If not needed in the store it should be advanced into the entrance hallway to protect the stairs. D) Immediate examination of the first floor public hallway is required to determine whether the means of egress for occupants of the building is in danger from the fire in the store.

C) The second line should be advanced into the store to backup the first line. If not needed in the store it should be advanced into the entrance hallway to protect the stairs. (INCORRECT) (MDs 4.3.1) * Second line SHOULD NOT BE advanced into the store, take it to the entrance hallway. If not needed, take it to the floor above.

Engine company 63 is advancing a line into a 5 story OLT. The interior stairway to the building has been doused with gasoline and is involved in fire. In regard to stairway fires in OLTs, which is an incorrect answer? A) The first line should be stretched up the stairwell, operated to extinguish the fire, and advanced further up the stairway. B) If the building has a well hole, the line should be operated up the well hole to cool off the hall and stairs above. This should be repeated u til the line gets to the top floor. C) Members not involved in the operation must remain on floors below the fire so as not to overload the stairwell. D) The second line shall remain in the street until all fire in the stairway has been extinguished.

D) The second line shall remain in the street until all fire in the stairway has been extinguished. (INCORRECT) (MDs 4.5) * Second line shall FOLLOW FIRST LINE UP STAIRS AND EXTINGUISH ANY REMAINING FIRE AND TO PROTECT THE FIRST LINE.

While conducting a drill on roof construction in "H" type MDs you mentioned several points. Which point is correct? A) The most common roof has the top floor ceiling attached directly to the roof beams. B) The terms "inverted", "raised" and "reversed" as they relate to roof construction are interchangeable. C) Any time a springy roof is encountered a weakened roof structure is indicated, D) Failure of an inverted roof during a fire will usually cause the main roof beams to collapse.

B) The terms "inverted", "raised" and "reversed" as they relate to roof construction are interchangeable. (MDs 5.2.4) A - Most common roof has the ROOF BOARDS attached directly to the roof beams. B - Correct C - Inverted roofs are inherently springy, and this is NOT an indication of a weakened roof structure. D - Failure of an inverted roof during a fire will usually cause a PARTIAL COLLAPSE OF THE ROOF DECK. (Inverted roof is a good roof to fall through, the framework will catch your body as it falls, rather then you falling straight through)

Checking for extension during overhaul is one of the most important jobs of an FDNY lieutenant. A knowledgable lieutenant knows that the most probable point of vertical fire extension in an "H" type building can be found in which point? A) Closets B) Vertical steel channel rails C) Waste pipes D) Pipe recesses

B) Vertical steel channel rails | MDs 5.10.1

Which one of the following points regarding OLTs is incorrectly stated? A) Because of the short span of the floor beams (25') and the fact that floors are not usually overloaded, the collapse in floors of OLTs is usually not a problem. B) It is no longer permitted to convert OLTs into single room occupancies, but they may have been previously converted and are still being used as SRO's. C) Exposure three is usually the most severe exposure D) Rear tenements are frequently not visible from the street. This may result in a delay in discovery of the fire, especially at night.

C) Exposure three is usually the most severe exposure (INCORRECT) (MDs 4.8.1) * Exposures TWO (2) & FOUR (4) are the most severe exposures.

After operating at a particularly punishing fire in an OLT, a newly appointed firefighter asks you, the lieutenant, about the party wall fire escape balconies which were on the building. You would be correct if you were to offer which piece of information to her? A) Party wall balcony fire escapes can be used to access the roof of the building. B) A member cannot travel floor to floor via this type of fire escape. C) The party wall balcony fire escape will only serve one building. D) The IC must special call an additional ladder company when he is notified of the presence of a party wall balcony.

B) A member cannot travel floor to floor via this type of fire escape (Multiple Dwellings 4.8.7) A - Party wall balcony fire escapes CANNOT be used to access roof B - Correct (Party wall balcony fire escapes do not have ladders) C - These balconies usually serve MORE THAN 1 BUILDING D - It is RECOMMENDED that the IC special call an additional truck for a building with a party wall balcony.

A lieutenant from Ladder 43 made the following statements concerning "H" type buildings, which are found throughout the city. His only incorrect statement can be found in which choice below? A) Generally, in the "H" type design, the stairs and living units will be found in the vertical lines of the "H" with elevators and the entrance in the throat. B) Construction features of an "H" type building generally feature two main structural components: Wood beams and joists, supported by masonry bearing walls. C) NLTs were constructed in the "H" type design beginning about 1916 D) The cockloft is a law void built between the top floor ceiling and the underside of the roof boards. It has no means of entry.

B) Construction features of an "H" type building generally feature two main structural components: Wood beams and joists, supported by masonry bearing walls. (INCORRECT) (Multiple Dwellings 5.1) * "H" types have THREE (3) main structural components: 1) Wood beams and joists 2) Masonry walls 3) Structural steel columns, beams and girders

Ladder 104 is operating in a heavily involved "H" type building. To properly move throughout this building, the members of this well trained unit realize that which one of the following pieces of information will be of no use to them? A) Wing stairs will allow a member to cross from wing to wing during a fire. B) Transverse stairs are a tremendous asset during fire operations on the top floor. C) Absence of a public hallway and limited operating space are characteristics of isolated stairs D) Stairway construction in "H" type building a is usually of the return type, and ,ay or may not have a well hole, making it difficult for stretches.

A) Wing stairs will allow a member to cross from wing to wing during a fire. (INCORRECT) (Multiple Dwellings 5.2.5) * Wing stairs WILL NOT ALLOW a member to cross from wing to wing.

Tower Ladder 1 arrives at a second alarm in a 6 story "H" type building with heavy fire showing from windows on the third, fourth and fifth floors, in the front, courtyard and the throat of the building. As the basket is being placed into position to extinguish all visible fire, the lieutenant ordered the basket personnel to direct the stream into the building in which manner? A) Throat, courtyard, front, starting with the 5t floor B) Front, courtyard, throat, starting with the 3rd floor C) Throat, front, courtyard, starting with the uppermost floor D) Throat, courtyard, front, starting with the 3rd floor

D) Throat, courtyard, front, starting with the 3rd floor (Multiple Dwelling 5.4.3) 1) Throat 2) Courtyard 3) Front * Start at the LOWEST floor involved in fire and work your way upward

A junior lieutenant from a Queens Ladder company overhears her salty roof firefighter make the following statements prior to his ascent to the roof of an "H" type building. Extension may be a problem at this fire, because the roof firefighter's only correct statement can be found in which choice? A) When standing in front of the building, beginning on the left, wings shall be designated as A, B, C, D etc. moving to the right. B) Wings may be further divided as such: Sector 1, Sector 2, Sector 3 etc. However, the entire wing shall continue to be designated as A, B, C, D etc. C) The throat between the A wing and the B wing shall be designated as Throat AB, and between the B and C wings will be designated as Throat BC, and so on until the end of the building. D) Facing the building, the wing to the left shall be designated as exposure 2 and the wing to the right shall be designated as exposure 4.

A) When standing in front of the building, beginning on the left, wings shall be designated as A, B, C, D etc. moving to the right. (Multiple Dwellings 5.6.3) B - Wings may be further divided into FRONT / CENTER / REAR wings C - Throat between the A and B wing shall be called "THE THROAT BETWEEN THE "A" AND "B" WING" D - Facing the building, the EXPOSURE to left shall be designated as exposure 2 and the EXPOSURE to the right shall be designated as exposure 4.

Incorrect engine company tactics for a store fire in a Class A non-fireproof multiple dwelling built after 1916 ("H" type) can be found in which choice? A) The first line is stretched into the store and extinguishes the fire B) The second line is advanced to the floor above the fire, or used to protect the public hall and stairway. C) If two lines are needed in the store, the third line should be advanced to the floor above the fire. D) Deckpipes may be used to drive fire back into the building in order to protect people on the fire escape.

B) The second line is advanced to the floor above the fire, or used to protect the public hall and stairway. (INCORRECT) (Multiple Dwellings 5.7.2) * Second line is used to BACKUP THE FIRST LINE. If not needed, proceed to the floor above the fire.

The officer of a Brooklyn TL would be incorrect if he were to perform which action at a store fire in an "H" type dwelling? A) Order the LCC to position the apparatus in front of the courtyard B) Make sure members were aware that fire can spread upward from the fire area via pipe recesses and vertical steel columns, possibly bypassing intermediate floors. C) If first to arrive, force entry into the store, check the rear of the store for possible extension into public areas, make quick openings of ceilings and voids. D) If second to arrive for a store with a large floor area, assist the first due ladder company on the fire floor.

D) If second to arrive for a store with a large floor area, assist the first due ladder company on the fire floor. (INCORRECT) (Multiple Dwellings 5.2.6) * Second due ladder at a store fire in an "H" multiple dwelling will go to the FLOOR ABOVE, regardless of the floor area size of the fire floor.

Deputy Chief Brennan hears the following transmission on the department radio: "Engine 67 to Manhattan - URGENT - 10-75 - Fire in the basement of a 6 story "H" type MD". When Chief Brennan arrives at the scene which one of the following should he expect to see? A) The first line should be stretched to the top of the interior cellar stairs. This line should not be advanced down the stairs unless of course the fire is minor. B) The first ladder company provides forcible entry and searches the cellar. They must consider the likelihood of cellar apartments for the superintendent or maintenance personnel. C) The second line is stretched via the usually numerous exterior approaches and extinguishes the fire. D) A large volume of fire is to be expected due to the large amount of personal goods usually stored in the cellar by tenants of the building.

B) The first ladder company provides forcible entry and searches the cellar. They must consider the likelihood of cellar apartments for the superintendent or maintenance personnel. (Multiple Dwellings 5.8.2) A - First line stretched to the top of the interior cellar stairs and not advanced unless to fire is minor is correct for a fire in the cellar of an OLD LAW TENEMENT. B - Correct C - The FIRST LINE is stretched via the usually numerous exterior approaches and extinguishes the fire in the cellar. D - Large volume of fire SHOULD NOT BE EXPECTED for a fire in the cellar of an "H" type. These cellars are more public space areas and not a lot of personal goods are stored here.

A lieutenant from L-20 is supervising the cutting of a trench in the roof of a seven story "H" type building due to the heavy volume of fire in the A wing cockloft. From the answers listed, which one is incorrect in regards to a trench cut? A) A trench may be pre-cut but not opened until there is adequate ventilation over the fire and when fire reaches the inspection holes. B) The trench must be at least 3 feet wide and cut from wall to wall or a suitable firestop such as a stair or an elevator bulkhead. Do not depend on firewalls within the structure. C) Members operating on the top floor must pull ceilings beginning at the trench and continually working away from the trench area. D) All personnel must be ordered off the roof on the fire side of the trench.

C) Members operating on the top floor must pull ceilings beginning at the trench and continually working away from the trench area. (INCORRECT) (Multiple Dwellings 5.9.9) * Pull ceilings BEGINNING AT THE FIRE AREA and work your way towards the TRENCH.

Who is responsible at a top floor fire to bring the KO Curtain to the roof of a Low Rise Fire Proof MD? A) 1st due Roof B) 2nd due Roof C) 2nd due Ladder Company interior team D) 1st due OVM

B) 2nd due Roof | Multiple Dwellings 7.8.1

Please choose an incorrect construction characteristic in regards to NLTs built between 1916 and 1929? A) To avoid being built of fireproof construction, floor areas were broken up into areas of 3000 square feet. B) Dividing walls only go as high as the ceiling of the top floor. This results in a very large undivided cockloft area. C) Unprotected steel beams are used to support some of the wood floor joists. These steel beams are supported by vertical steel columns, which run the height of the building. D) The entrance to the basement is by a side or rear door at that level, accessed via an exterior stair from the first floor, or through a passageway located in the front of the building.

A) To avoid being built of fireproof construction, floor areas were broken up into areas of 3000 square feet. (INCORRECT) (MD 2.3) * Prior to 1930 = TWENTY FIVE HUNDRED (2500) SQUARE FEET 1930 and later = 3000 square feet 30/30 (1930 / 3000)

While operating as the first due truck officer at a wind impacted fire in a High Rise Fireproof MD, you are faced with a known life hazard in e public hallway on the fire floor. Out of the actions taken below, which one would be an incorrect procedure? A) If a decision is made to attempt a rescue, it will be performed after alternate strategies have been implemented. B) The IC must be notified prior to any rescue attempt. In addition, the IC shall also be notified of the stairway from which operations will take place. C) If the open fire apartment door is found in close proximity to the known life hazard in a public hallway, attempt to close the door. D) Control of the fire apartment door is critical. Notify the IC if the fire department door has been controlled.

A) If a decision is made to attempt a rescue, it will be performed after alternate strategies have been implemented. (INCORRECT) (MD, Addendum 3, 5.4) * Rescue attempts and alternate strategy will be performed SIMULTANEOUSLY.

At a fire in a High Rise Fireproof Multiple Dwelling, which Ladder Company is responsible to confirm that that evacuation stairway door(s) have been closed on the fire floor and are maintained in a closed position? A) First Ladder Company B) Second Ladder Company C) Third Ladder Company D) Fourth Ladder Company

C) Third Ladder Company | Multiple Dwellings, 6.15.2

In Multiple Dwellings gas meters are usually found in the cellar but they may also be found in apartments and in public hallways. Piping containing flammable gas shall not be permitted to pierce or be run in? (More than 1 correct) A) Stair enclosures B) In a shaft containing a sprinkler riser C) In public hallways leading to exits D) All of the above

A) Stair enclosures C) In public hallways leading to exits (MD 3.5.9) B - In shafts containing a STANDPIPE RISER

Units at MUD were discussing how stairways can affect operations in FPMDs when one member made an incorrect statement. Which statement made was incorrect? A) Smoke will travel via vertical shafts, most notably the stairwells and elevator shafts. B) Stairs encountered can range from enclosed return type stairs, enclosed scissor type stairs, open stairs to, in rare cases, fire towers. C) When scissor stairs are present, it should be communicated via HT to all units. D) At fire operations, early efforts should be made to ensure stairways are correctly labeled. If mislabeled scissor stairs are discovered, this information should be relayed to the IC immediately after the fire fire is under control.

D) At fire operations, early efforts should be made to ensure stairways are correctly labeled. If mislabeled scissor stairs are discovered, this information should be relayed to the IC immediately after the fire fire is under control. (INCORRECT) (Multiple Dwelling 6.1) * Relay this information to the IC IMMEDIATELY.

Members of a bus Bronx ladder company were correct in all of their statements regarding ventilation at HRFPMDs except which choice? A) Horizontal ventilation of the fire apartment should be limited and controlled by the ladder company officer operating in the fire apartment. All other ventilation must be strictly limited and controlled by the IC. B) In some HRFPMDs, there may be windows in the public hallway and stairways. These windows shall not be ventilated without the prior approval of the ladder company officer in the hallway. C) The most prominent variables that affect smoke movement are Pressure, Wind, Stack Effect and HVAC systems. D) Stairways, other than the evacuation stairs, may be used for venting the fire floor.

B) In some HRFPMDs, there may be windows in the public hallway and stairways. These windows shall not be ventilated without the prior approval of the ladder company officer in the hallway. (INCORRECT) (Multiple Dwellings 6.2.1) * Windows in public hall and stairs should not be vented without the approval of the INCIDENT COMMANDER.

Stack effect is influenced by a.l of e following except? A) Height of the building B) Temperature differential outside the building between the top and bottom floors. C) Air leakage to other floors D) Wind

B) Temperature differential outside the building between the top and bottom floors. (INCORRECT) (Multiple Dwellings 6.2.2) * Temperature differential between THE OUTSIDE AND INSIDE OF THE BUILDING.

Wind is a major factor for smoke movement within a structure. All choices below contain correct information regarding wind and its effect on structures except? A) Wind pressures external to the building create pressures within the structure on both the windward side (low pressure) and leeward side (high pressure) because of leakage through windows, walls or other openings, however small. B) The degree of increased internal pressure depends upon the extent of the leakage. C) If wind blowing across the roof level is blowing into an open roof bulkhead door, it will cause heat and smoke to flow downward, causing the lower floors and/or lobbies to be contaminated with smoke during fire operations. D) Generally, wind moving across a roof level will cause a lower pressure to be created, which can increase positive stack effect inside the stairwell, regardless of which side of the building the wind is impacting or the position of the bulkhead.

A) Wind pressures external to the building create pressures within the structure on both the windward side (low pressure) and leeward side (high pressure) because of leakage through windows, walls or other openings, however small. (INCORRECT) (Multiple Dwellings 6.2.2) * Windward side (HIGH PRESSURE) * Leeward side (LOW PRESSURE)

Movement of members is a critical component of operations at HRFPMD fires. Which choice below contains inaccurate information regarding stairways and elevators in the buildings? A) Stairs shall be used when the fire is on the seventh floor of below. B) The first arriving ladder company shall recall the elevators, unless the fire is on the seventh floor or below. C) The second to arrive ladder company shall ensure that all elevators are recalled and searched. D) Regardless of the fire floor, the IC must ensure that all elevators are recalled, searched and controlled early in the operation.

B) The first arriving ladder company shall recall the elevators, unless the fire is on the seventh floor or below. (INCORRECT) (Multiple Dwellings 6.4.2) * First ladder recalls elevators / second ladder ensures that they are recalled, WHETHER THEY WILL BE USED OR NOT.

FDNY members reviewing a recent fire at a HRFPMD recognized only one a ton to be correct. Indicate the correct action. A) Doors to the elevator machinery room at the roof level were not used for ventilation purposes until the fire was under control. B) The elevator machinery room, at roof level, was vented by opening doors to the exterior, even though wind was forcing smoke back into the building at this point. C) Units entering an elevator car co side red each member and their equipment to be greater than 200 lbs. D) Both the first engine and ladder companies arrived together and only one fireman service elevator was available with no outside operations indicated. The ladder officer, forcible entry team, OV firefighter and the Engine Officer with two firefighters (nozzle and control) with all rolled up lengths and standpipe kit went up first.

A) Doors to the elevator machinery room at the roof level were not used for ventilation purposes until the fire was under control. (Multiple Dwellings 6.4.3) A - Should NOT USE elevator machinery rooms for ventilation until the fire is under control. B - AFTER fire is under control, you can vent the elevator machinery room AS LONG AS IT IS NOT FORCING SMOKE BACK INTO THE BUILDING. ``` C - Each member considered to be greater than TWO HUNDRED AND SEVENTY FIVE (275) LBS. ``` D - Non fireman service = (Ladder officer, FE Team, Engine officer, Nozzle & Control will go up first) Fireman service = (OV operates so one Engine member must stay because there can't be more that 6 members in elevator)

After all units are in position at a HRFPMD fire, and two elevators are available and serviceable, maintain? A) One elevator on standby at the forward staging area and one elevator two floors below the fire. B) One elevator on standby in the lobby and one elevator one floor below the fire. C) One elevator on standby in the lobby and one elevator two floors below the fire. D) One elevator on standby at the forward staging area and one elevator one floor below the fire.

C) One elevator on standby in the lobby and one elevator two floors below the fire. (MD 6.4.8)

Members discussing service/freight elevators in HRFPMDs were incorrect in which statement? A) A service/freight elevator shall not be used until it has been evaluated and declared safe for use by the chief in command. B) Once deemed safe for use, take the service/freight elevator to two floors below the fire and take the stairs to the correct floor. C) Standpipes are usually found in the service stairway. Service stairs in these buildings may be locked on the first floor with a wire mesh door that permits egress from upper floors but no entry into the stairs from the first floor. These mesh doors are easily forced. D) Location of the service/freight elevator and service stairs should be entered into the CIDS program.

A) A service/freight elevator shall not be used until it has been evaluated and declared safe for use by the chief in command. (INCORRECT) (Multiple Dwellings 6.4.7) * COMPANY OFFICER determines if it safe or not to use service/freight elevators at an operation. These elevators will not be used in the early stages of the operations.

On a cold January evening, members of a busy Brooklyn truck were discussing forcible entry procedures at HRFPMD fires. Which comment made contained incorrect information? A) Ladder companies shall report in to reported fires in these buildings with their carbon monoxide meters. B) On the fire floor, when the main body of fire has been controlled, adjoining apartments can be forced for reasons such as high carbon monoxide readings or severe smoke conditions in the public hallway. C) On the fire floor, if it is decided that an apartment door is going to be forced to provide an area of refuge, the door selected should be to an apartment that, if possible, is on the same side of the building as the fire apartment. D) Generally, the only apartment requiring access on the floor above the fire is the apartment directly above the fire apartment. No other doors should be forced without sufficient reasons, e.g. High carbon monoxide readings at the end of the hall, specific reports of people needing assistance, or concentrated smoke conditions due to stack effect.

C) On the fire floor, if it is decided that an apartment door is going to be forced to provide an area of refuge, the door selected should be to an apartment that, if possible, is on the same side of the building as the fire apartment. (INCORRECT) (Multiple Dwellings 6.5.1) * Area of refuge MUST BE an apartment on the same side of the building as the fire apartment.

Members of a study group discussing FDNY signals were incorrect in which statement below? A) Signal 10-77 serves as a notification of a fire in a HRFPMD 75' or more in height. B) The 10-77 signal shall be given at all HRFPMDs where fire or smoke is visible from the exterior upon arrival, or other factors indicate the need for the 10-77 assigned units, such as wind impacted conditions. C) The 10-75 signal may be the initial signal used at these fires when internal conditions cannot be accurately determined on arrival. D) When a second alarm is transmitted for a fire in a HRFPMD prior to the transmission of a 10-77, the IC will receive the balance of the 10-77 assignment, in addition to the second alarm assignment.

B) The 10-77 signal shall be given at all HRFPMDs where fire or smoke is visible from the exterior upon arrival, or other factors indicate the need for the 10-77 assigned units, such as wind impacted conditions. (INCORRECT) (Multiple Dwellings 6.6.2) * Different than HROB where you give a 10-76 2nd alarm when upon arrival you see fire or smoke emanating from the skin of the building. * The 10-77 signal will be given at all HRFPMD where FIRE is visible from the exterior on arrival, or other factors indicate the need for the 10-77 assigned units, such as wind impacted conditions.

The FAST unit and CFR Engine play an important role in HRFPMD operations. Which choice below contes correct information in regard to that role? A) The FAST unit and CFR Engine shall be assigned to the Forward Staging Area when the fire is above the 6th floor. B) At lower floor fires, 7th or below, the position of the FAST unit and the CFR Engine will be determine by the IC. C) The FAST unit should carry a set of elevator keys in these buildings. D) The CFR Engine shall be equipped with CFRD equipment and a set of elevator keys.

C) The FAST unit should carry a set of elevator keys in these buildings. (Multiple Dwellings 6.6.3) A - FAST unit and CFR Engine assigned to FIRE SECTOR when the fire is above the 6th floor. They can be staged on the floor below the fire for rapid deployment. B - Lower floor fires = SIXTH FLOOR (6th) and below C - Correct D - CFR Engine carries FORCIBLE ENTRY TOOLS and CFRD equipment.

Members discussing Engine operations at the scene of a third alarm in a HRFPMD in Brooklyn were incorrect in which statement below? A) The first and second arriving engine companies will always operate together in order to ensure prompt and efficient placement of the first hoseline. B) Initial hoselines stretched from a standpipe shall be from an outlet on a floor below the fire. C) Variations from stretching initial hoselines from standpipe outlets on a floor below the fire, due to building configurations, shall be approved by Division Commanders and entered into the CIDS program. D) FFs shall use every opportunity during outside activities to identify buildings where a three length stretch from a standpipe would be sufficient. The identiy of these buildings should be made known to all first alarm units and should be entered into the CIDS program.

D) FFs shall use every opportunity during outside activities to identify buildings where a three length stretch from a standpipe would be sufficient. The identiy of these buildings should be made known to all first alarm units and should be entered into the CIDS program. (INCORRECT) (Multiple Dwellings 6.7) * Identify buildings where a 3 length stretch from a standpipe WOULD NOT BE SUFFICIENT. Buildings that require 4 lengths or more from the standpipe shall be entered into CIDS.

When an alternate strategy is necessary at a fire in a HRFPMD, which unit will be responsible for placing the High Rise Nozzle into operation? A) 2nd assigned engine B) 3rd arriving engine C) 4th assigned engine D) 5th arriving engine

C) 4th assigned engine | Multiple Dwellings 6.10

The method of advancement and direction of attack can greatly affect the outcome of a difficult fire. Which choice below contains incorrect information regarding the attack stairway in a HRFPMD? A) The first arriving engine and ladder company officers will communicate to select the attack stairway at a fire in a HRFPMD. B) The attack stairway need not be the stairway with a standpipe outlet. C) Once the attack stairway is selected; all hoselines will be stretched and operated from this stairway. D) Notify the 2nd ladder and IC of the designation of the attack stairway.

D) Notify the 2nd ladder and IC of the designation of the attack stairway. (INCORRECT) (Multiple Dwellings 6.7.2) * Notify SECOND ENGINE OFFICER AND INCIDENT COMMANDER of the designation of the attack stairway.

Following a particularly severe fire in a HRFPMD, members of a 2nd alarm engine company discussed operations utilizing the High Rose Nozzle. Which comment made was correct? A) All battalions have at least one engine company that is equipped with a High Rose Nozzle. Every 10-77 will require at least one HRN equipped engine company be special called by the IC. B) On their arrival, it will be the responsibility of the 4th assigned engine company to bring the HRN directly to the floor below the fire for quick deployment. C) If the designated unit is not equipped with a HRN, the officer of this unit shall contact the IC for the identity of the unit carrying the HRN that has already been assigned to the 10-77 D) If none of the first four engine companies are equipped with a HRN, the dispatcher shall special call the nearest HRN equipped engine company and notify the IC of their identity.

D) If none of the first four engine companies are equipped with a HRN, the dispatcher shall special call the nearest HRN equipped engine company and notify the IC of their identity. (Multiple Dwellings 6.10.2) A - Every 10-77 will require at least one HRN equipped engine company to be ASSIGNED TO EVERY INCIDENT. B - 4th engine will bring the HRN DIRECTLY TO THE INCIDENT COMMAND POST. C - Officer shall contact he DISPATCHER for the identity of the unit carrying the HRN. D - Correct

The Ventilation Support Group will arrive with their second piece of apparatus and report to the IC with two positive pressure ventilation fans on a 10-77. Which unit will be designated as the Ventilation Support Group? A) 4th Ladder Company assigned on a 10-77 B) 5th Ladder Company assigned on a 10-77 C) 6th Ladder Company assigned on a 10-77 D) 7th Ladder Company assigned on a 10-77

C) 6th Ladder Company assigned on a 10-77 | Multiple Dwellings 6.18

Members discussing life rescue operations at fires in HRFPMDs were incorrect in which comment made? A) Some windows in these buildings have fixed panes for the first pane above the sill. B) Windows of casement or awning type may have fixed sections that limit accessibility and the ability to affect a LSR rescue. C) Window sills are usually narrow D) Persons may be trapped hanging out the window or standing on the sill. Sitting or straddling the wi Dow may not be possible if the upper window section is fixed.

D) Persons may be trapped hanging out the window or standing on the sill. Sitting or straddling the window may not be possible if the upper window section is fixed. (INCORRECT) (Multiple Dwellings 6.25) * May not be possible if the LOWER window section is fixed.

The officer in command of a unit designated as the Ventilation Support Group at a fire in a HRFPMD should know that the priority order for use of the PPV fans is correctly described in which choice? A) Pressurizing the attack stairwell, pressurizing the evacuation stairwell, ventilating the public hallways B) Pressurizing the evacuation stairwell, pressurizing the attack stairwell, ventilating the public hallways C) Ventilating the public hallways, pressurizing the evacuation stairwell, pressurizing the attack stairwell D) Ventilating the public hallways, pressurizing the attack stairwell, pressurizing the evacuation stairwell.

A) Pressurizing the attack stairwell, pressurizing the evacuation stairwell, ventilating the public hallways. (Multiple Dwellings 6.18.1) "AEV" 1. Attack stairwell 2. Evacuation stairwell 3. Ventilate the public hallway

The 3rd arriving ladder company plays an important role in FDNY operations at HRFPMDs. Which choice contains incorrect information regarding this unit? A) This unit shall report into the lobby with all personnel and be directed by the IC. The progress of the fire operation will determine their assignment. B) The officer shall confirm the evacuation stairway door(s) have been closed on the fire floor and maintained in a closed position. This may be accomplished by positioning members on the hallway side of the evacuation stairway door(s) until the Fire Sector Supervisor and/or the IC deems that the situation no longer presents a hazard in that particular stairwell. C) If roof operations are not being covered by the first and second to arrive ladder company LCCS because of outside operations, WCD or LSR evolutions, then the IC may assign this responsibility to the 3rd to arrive ladder company. D) Generally, this unit should be used to conduct searches of stairways and hallways when reports indicate severe smoke above the fire sector. They should be assigned specific stairs and floors and advised of the identity of the Search and Evacuation (SAE) Group Supervisor responsible for all searches on the upper floors. A CO meter and TIC shall be included in their tools.

B) The officer shall confirm the evacuation stairway door(s) have been closed on the fire floor and maintained in a closed position. This may be accomplished by positioning members on the hallway side of the evacuation stairway door(s) until the Fire Sector Supervisor and/or the IC deems that the situation no longer presents a hazard in that particular stairwell. (INCORRECT) (Multiple Dwellings 6.15.1) * Members should be on the STAIRWELL SIDE of the evacuation stairwell door.

FF Smith, recently assigned to Ladder 100, was incorrect in his description of the duties of the 3rd arriving Roof FF in a HRFPMD when he stated? A) The 3rd arriving Roof Firefighter shall proceed to the apartment directly above the fire. B) When reporting directly above the fire, this member shall carry the KO curtain in addition to his normal compliment of tools. C) If a WCD is being deployed, this member may be assigned to the apartment below the fire apartment to secure the WCD lower ropes. D) If a LSR rescue is in progress, this member may be assigned to the floor above the fire to coordinate deployment of the member being lowered on the rope.

D) If a LSR rescue is in progress, this member may be assigned to the floor above the fire to coordinate deployment of the member being lowered on the rope. (INCORRECT) (Multiple Dwelling 6.15.4) * LSR rescue = 3rd Roof may be assigned to the floor BELOW the fire to receive the victim and member being lowered.

``` MD 24 STY 100X200 CL1- SPKR IN CELLAR ONLY - COMPACTOR RM EXP 4 - NO FIRE SERVC ELEVS - COLLIERS MANSION - APT 14B ``` Which member of Ladder 100, the first arriving ladder, was incorrect in his actions? A) Upon arrival on the fire floor where a smoke and heat condition existed in the public hallway, Ladder 100s officer, prior to entering the public hallway, asked for a report on exterior conditions from members operating outside the building and the Roof firefighter operating on the floor above. B) Ladder 100s Roof FF proceeded to the apartment directly above the fire, via the attack stairway. This member was teamed up with another member prior to entering the stairwell, due to a heavy smoke condition in the stairway. C) As no outside operations were indicated, Ladder 100s LCC teamed up with Ladder 200s chauffeur and proceeded to the roof. D) Since outside operations were indicated, Ladder 100s OV firefighter took control of an elevator car and maintained this position until relief was provided by the IC.

D) Since outside operations were indicated, Ladder 100s OV firefighter took control of an elevator car and maintained this position until relief was provided by the IC (INCORRECT) (Multiple Dwellings 6.13.2) * CIDS indicates no fireman service elevators, therefore OV will team up with his officer and inside team on the fire floor.

``` MD 24 STY 100X200 CL1- SPKR IN CELLAR ONLY - COMPACTOR RM EXP 4 - NO FIRE SERVC ELEVS - COLLIERS MANSION - APT 14B ``` Which member of Ladder 200, the 2nd arriving ladder was incorrect in his actions? A) After searching the hallway on the fire floor, ladder 200s officer initiated the search of the attack stairway for five floors above the fire and communicated the results of searches to the established Fire Sector. B) Ladder 200s of firefighter proceeded to the floor above to team up with his officer and operate as ordered. C) Ladder 200s Roof firefighter proceeded to the apartment directly above the fire, via the attack stairway, when teamed up with Ladder 100s Roof firefighter since the stairway was an IDLH atmosphere. D) When hearing over the handie talkie that a WCD deployment was being initiated, Ladder 200s officer knew it was his responsibility to coordinate this evolution.

B) Ladder 200s of firefighter proceeded to the floor above to team up with his officer and operate as ordered. (INCORRECT) (Multiple Dwellings 6.14.2) * 2nd due OV will go to the FIRE FLOOR to team up with his officer and operate as ordered if there are no fireman service elevators.

``` MD 24 STY 100X200 CL1- SPKR IN CELLAR ONLY - COMPACTOR RM EXP 4 - NO FIRE SERVC ELEVS - COLLIERS MANSION - APT 14B ``` Which action taken by the first (E101) and 2nd (E102) arriving engines was incorrect? A) Upon arrival, E102s officer obtained the Post Radio from the 1st arriving BC and brought it to the standpipe outlet from where the first hoseline was being connected. B) Using the Post Radio, E102s officer established a communications link on the Command Channel between the fire sector and the IC. C) Since it was determined that the fire apartment door was left open, E101s hoseline was charged before exiting the attack stairs. D) Once the attack stairway was selected, E101s officer notified the 2nd ladder and IC of the designation of e attack stairway.

D) Once the attack stairway was selected, E101s officer notified the 2nd ladder and IC of the designation of e attack stairway. (INCORRECT) (Multiple Dwellings 6.7.2) * Notify SECOND ENGINE AND INCIDENT COMMANDER of the designation of the attack stairway. * Note: Control FF is now married to the standpipe. This is a NEW CHANGE in our books. Previously the control man was relived, however he now remains at the standpipe outlet for the entire operation.

First alarm units arrive at the scene of a fire in a 6 story fireproof multiple dwelling and find fire on the 4th floor with a female trapped in the rear of the building requiring a life saving rope rescue. In this situation, it would be correct to state that the LSR rescue should be performed preferably from? A) The roof, and only the 1st due Roof FF would normally bring an LSR. B) The roof, and both the 1st due Roof FF and 2nd due Roof FF would normally bring an LSR. C) The 5th floor, and only the 1st due Roof FF would normally bring an LSR. D) The 5th floor, and both the 1st due Roof FF and 2nd due Roof FF would normally bring an LSR

B) The roof, and both the 1st due Roof FF and 2nd due Roof FF would normally bring an LSR. (MDs pg 80-81) * LRFPMD both 1st and 2nd due FFs are going to the roof and both are taking the LSR. * Top floor fire = 2nd Roof bring KO Curtain

First alarm units arrive at the scene of a top floor fire in a 6 story fireproof multiple dwelling and find a female trapped in the rear of the building requiring a life saving rope rescue. In this situation, it would be correct to state that the LSR rescue should be performed preferably from? A) The roof, and only the 1st due Roof FF would normally bring an LSR. B) The roof, and both the 1st due Roof FF and 2nd due Roof FF would normally bring an LSR. C) The 5th floor, and only the 1st due Roof FF would normally bring an LSR. D) The 5th floor, and both the 1st due Roof FF and 2nd due Roof FF would normally bring an LSR

A) The roof, and only the 1st due Roof FF would normally bring an LSR (MDs pg 80-81) * 2nd due Roof FF at a top floor fire in a LRFPMD will bring the KO Curtain in lieu of the LSR.

Which choice below is not a characteristic of LRFPMDs? A) May contain one single stairway or two remote stairways. B) Can be isolated or attached buildings C) Vary in height from 3 to 7 stories D) Usually equipped with standpipe systems.

D) Usually equipped with standpipe systems. (INCORRECT) (Multiple Dwellings 7, 7.2) * Usually DO NOT have standpipes.

Roof ventilation is emphasized in LRFPMDs. Roof FFs must wait for whose permission before opening the attack stair bulkhead? A) Company officer inside the firs apartment B) Second Ladder company Officer C) Incident Commander D) Engine company Officer supervising the attack hoseline

C) Incident Commander | Multiple Dwellings 7.4

There are several types of LRFPMDs. How are individual LRFPMDs with two distinctions separated? A) Fire walls B) Fire doors C) Partition walls D) Elevator banks

B) Fire doors | Multiple Dwellings 7.5.2

An Engine company lieutenant conducting a drill on fire operations at LRFPMDs was mistaken in what statement below? A) Fires may be extinguished using 1 3/4" or 2 1/2" hose. B) If every apartment door is within 50' of every stairway on that floor then 1 3/4" can be stretched. C) 2 1/2" hose may be needed for LRFPMDs having long hallways D) CIDS shall be entered for buildings where 2 1/2" hose must be used.

D) CIDS shall be entered for buildings where 2 1/2" hose must be used. (INCORRECT) (MDs 7.6) * CIDS needed for building where 1 3/4" must be used.

At a fire in an isolated five story LRFPMD where there is only one interior stair and no adjoining building, the LCC of the first Ladder Company will have to perform which action listed? A) Provide access to the roof for the Roof FF B) Proceed to the roof to vent the lone stair C) Check the rear of the fire building D) Shutdown power to the fire apartment

A) Provide access to the roof for the Roof FF | Multiple Dwellings 7.7.2

A lieutenant conducting company drill of wind control devices (KO Curtains and Fire Blankets) deployment at FPMDs was incorrect in what statement below? A) Will cause an immediate reduction in heat and intensity of the fire. B) May possibly reduce visibility in the fire area C) Devices will eliminate auto-exposure to the floor(s) above D) May increase steam production as a hoseline advances on the fire

C) Devices will eliminate auto-exposure to the floor(s) above (INCORRECT) (Multiple Dwellings 4.2.1)

A ladder company lieutenant is at the closed door to the fire apartment inside a FPMD at a potential wind impacted fire. The officer is informed by the Roof FF on the floor above that window failure to the fire apartment has not occurred. In this scenario, who enters the fire apartment first and conducts a search? A) Ladder company officer and Inside Team B) Ladder company officer and one member of Inside Team C) Engine company officer and Ladder company officer D) Engine company officer and nozzle firefighter

B) Ladder company officer and one member of Inside Team (Multiple Dwellings 5.3) * One member stays at door to act as a beacon while the other two search the apartment.

NYC Housing Authority (NYCHA) is installing electromagnetic locking devices on main lobby entrance doors to their buildings. How are these locking mechanisms deactivated? A) By use of a frequency operated button (FOB) B) Elevator machinery room keys C) A special NYCHA key that is issued to FDNY D) All of the above

A) By use of a frequency operated button (FOB) | MDs, Add 4, 1.1

How should FDNY members gain access into NYCHA main lobbies from outside the building during the loss of electrical power where the electromagnetic locking devices are installed? A) Calling the 24 hour NYCHA Emergency number for it to be unlocked B) Pushing down on the door's crash bar lock C) Using a NYCHA special key issued to FDNY units D) Request a NYCHA special key from building management office

D) Request a NYCHA special key from building management office (Multiple Dwellings, Add 4, 1.3)