Fire Brigade Flashcards
Test (250 cards)
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Question 1 - According to STP - What are the 3 Golden rules to follow when applying foam?
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- Do not begin to apply foam unless you have enough to extinguish the fire of cover the fuel spill.
- Point branch away from fire until good finished foam is being produced.
- You cannot mix different types of foam concentrates.
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Question 2 - According to STP - List 3 hazards/considerations when using CAFS at a structure fire?
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- CAFS hose lines have a build up of pressure when the branch is closed, this causes a larger jet reaction than a standard hose.
- Slug flow - When the proportion of foam, air and water is wrong. It will cause the finished foam to “shudder” or “pulsate” as it is exiting the branch.
- Does not contain enough water for internal attack.
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Question 4- According to STP - List 5 actions to take when combatting a natural gas leak with no fire involved?
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- Structural PPE and SCBA
- Evacuate all persons from the immediate area
- Remove all sources of ignition
- Respond gas company
- only use intrinsically safe equipment
- Dampen ground around the site of the gas release to prevent static electricity
- Keep protection line in place using fog
- If possible, crimp line to stop release of gas.
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Question 5 - According to STP - Acetylene is a very volatile gas, exploding cylinders can penetrate double brick walls or metal freight containers & land 200m away. How many hours after the cylinder is removed from the fire or heat source, if it is not cooled, can this explosion occur?
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24 hours
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Question 5.
According to STP - When reading a fire, we need indicators to base our decisions on, what are the most important indicators?
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- B-SAHF
- Building, Smoke, Air Track, Heat & Flame
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Question 6.
According to STP - What techniques enable us to control the interior environment during a structure fire?
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- Gas Cool - long/short pulse
- Control the flow path
- Put water on the fire
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Question 7.
According to STP - List 2 common hose laying techniques that can be used by firefighters?
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- S LAY
- Cleveland Load
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Question 8.
Complete the following in relation to the Fire and Rescue NSW Act 1989 Part 3,
Division 1, Section 11 Brigades to proceed with speed to suspected fires or
hazardous material incident………?
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Question 9.
Complete the following in relation to the Fire and Rescue NSW Act 1989 Part 3,
Division 1, Section 12 of the FRNSW Act, Investigation of reported fires and
Hazardous material incident………?
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Question 10.
Section 13, of the FRNSW Act states the “General Powers of Officers at fires and
hazardous material incidents”. State this provision.
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Question 11.
Section 19 of the FRNSW Act lists the powers at fires and hazardous material incidents. State the provisions of this Section: “General power to remove persons or obstacles.”
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Question 12.
At an incident that has been declared a crime scene, a member of the public seeks details from you, the senior firefighter/officer on duty, about the incident. State your response according to the Fire Brigades Regulation (2014) Clause 22, Disclosure of
information.
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Question 13.
Section 17 of the Fire Brigades Regulation (2014) refers to unacceptable behaviour.
List five circumstances when a firefighter’s behaviour would be deemed
unacceptable.
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Question 14.
As stated in the Standing Orders, to avoid serious accidents at intersections when responding to an emergency, What actions should drivers of responding vehicles approaching a stop sign or red signal take?
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- With a view to avoiding serious accidents at intersections when responding to an emergency, drivers of responding vehicles approaching a stop sign or red signal must slow down and enter the intersection at a speed of no more than 8kph. Having assessed the traffic conditions, and determined that it is safe to proceed, the driver may then proceed across the intersection.
- Whenever passing through the stop sign or red light would involve the vehicle in an accident, the driver must come to a halt and not move off again until it is safe to proceed.
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Question 15.
According to Standing Orders, when are seatbelts required to be worn when
travelling in FRNSW vehicles (including tankers)?
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- All Fire and Rescue NSW employees are required to wear a seatbelt, properly adjusted, when travelling in Fire and Rescue NSW vehicles.
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Question 16.
According to Standing Orders, with no impact of the service delivery, List the
procedures to be followed if drivers of FRNSW vehicles are involved in an accident.
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Question 17.
Fire Brigades Regulation, Part 3, Section 14: Firefighters to acquire and maintain
knowledge of legislation, orders, and functions. List the provisions.
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Question 18.
According to STP -The National Construction Code classes buildings “Class 1”
through to “Class 10”. The class of building is a measure of the buildings likely: List
these four points.
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- Use
- Fire load
- Population
- Mobility of the occupants, such as whether they are sleeping or alert
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Question 19.
According to the Fire Investigation toolkit on the Intranet, when should you request
FIRU for assistance?
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- There has been a loss of life at a fire, or a person is not expected to live from their injuries.
- The fire is considered major (i.e. 4th alarm or above, significant community impact or unusual fire behavior).
- The origin and Cause of the fire is not apparent.
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Question 20.
As listed in STP - What form populated by firefighters gives the Fire Investigator a
summary of firefighter actions at an incident.
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SOFA Report
- Summary of Observations and Firefighters Actions
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Question 21.
STP - Details how a structure fire will burn within one of two burning regimes. List
and describe the regimes.
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- Fuel Controlled - is the initial phase of the fire development. The fire grows as a direct function of the fuel itself with little or no influence from the compartment environment i.e. the size, shape or number of openings.
If we continue to add fuel the fire will grow in size. if we remove fuel the fire will decrease in size.
Therefore fires with more than enough air are said to be fuel controlled. - Ventilation Controlled - Most structure fires will reach a stage where fire development and the Heat Release Rate (HRR) is now dictated by the availability of oxygen.
This occurs during a fully developed fire when the fire is pyrolyzing more fuel than can be burnt with the available oxygen in the compartment.
It will also occur prior to tis if the enclosure has insufficient openings.
Simply put, fire growth (and HRR) is limited by the available air (O2) supply.
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Question 22.
STP - Identifies the search priority in multi story buildings, list the priorities.
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- In a multi story building, search priority starts at the fire floor, then the floor above and then the top floor. Occupants in these areas are most at risk due to rising heat, smoke and fire gasses. Check roof for evacuees and for use as a possible evacuation point if stairs are impassable.
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Question 23.
STP - Outlines when a working at a task/tactical level and a firefighter becomes
trapped, injured missing or overdue. What message should be sent to draw attention
to the situation?
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- A mayday message draws attention to a life threatening situation at a task/tactical level. It is used when
A firefighter is trapped, injured, missing or overdue
A firefighter cannot be accounted for (i.e. there is a loss of PAR).
A previously unknown life or safety hazard is discovered; eg imminent wall collapse
A SCBA warning whistle, Distress Signaling Unit (DSU), or call for assistance is heard.
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Question 24
According to STP - When is an Incident Management System required to be used at
incidents FRNSW attends?
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- An IMS is a standardized method used to manage all types of incidents.
- This method is used at every incident FRNSW attends.
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Question 25.
According to STP -There are eight strategic functions of command the Incident Commander needs to address. List all eight.
- Deployment - ensuring a steady, adequate and timely stream of appropriate resources at the incident , and knowing the position and function of each resource at all times.
- Command - having a strong command presence from the outset of an incident.
- Situation evaluation - continuously collecting and evaluating information about the incident in order to determine critical factors.
- Incident action planning - having an incident action plan that addresses the critical factors.
- Incident communications - having efficient and effective incident communications to describe the flow of information within and out of the incident.
- Incident structure - having an incident structure that is flexible and able to be scaled to meet the incident size and needs, with the ability to delegate functions and responsibilities as span of control is reached.
- Review and revision - once in operation, reviewing and revising the strategy and plan to keep it current with the changing needs of the incident.
- Escalation and De-escalation - as additional officers or an Incident Management Team arrive, scaling up the strategic management level of the incident; and scaling down as operations conclude.
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Question 26.
According to STP - At every incident there must be a steady, adequate, and timely
stream of resources. Who is the only person to deploy resources at an incident?
- The Incident Commander (IC) must be the only person to deploy resources. This ensures that the IC knows where the resources are and what they are doing and can ensure that their tasks are in line with the Incident Action Plan (IAP).
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Question 27.
A driver in a road tunnel noticed smoke coming from the engine compartment of their
car and immediately pulled into the emergency break down bay and called 000.
The Tunnel Control Centre closed the tunnel allowing attending fire crews access to
extinguish the fire. Peak hour traffic is starting to build at the entrance to the tunnel
and thick smoke is throughout. List the Smoke Management Systems found in road
tunnels that could assist in clearing the smoke?
Road tunnel smoke management systems may use:
- longitudinal ventilation (jet fans)
- ducted ventilation
- natural ventilation
- a combination of the above
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Question 28.
According to SOGs -As an incident develops and crews become fatigued, they will
need to be rested. Name and describe the two ways crews can be rested.
- Recycle - Crew stops work for a short period just outside the Hot zone to rest, rehydrate, and replenish air cylinders if relevant. They remain accountable to the IC or Sector, Group or division Commander (SGD Commander), as per the incident structure.
- Full Rehabilitation - Crew is released and moves to the rehabilitation area. Once there, they are accountable to a Rehabilitation Officer
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Question 29.
According to SOGs - List and describe the three incident phases.
- Life at risk phase - where there are savable human lives. The incident is uncontrolled and requires rapid actions to control the risks to life.
- Expanding phase - Where the incident is uncontrolled and likely to expand. It requires rapid actions to control risks to life and property
- Contained phase - there are sufficient resources to contain the incident within the defined area. There is no life risk, or life or property have already been lost.
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Question 30.
According to Standing Orders who are the people authorised to ride on FRNSW
appliances?
- Firefighters in the course of their duty.
- employees of Fire and Rescue NSW whose duty requires their attendance at an emergency.
- Members of other emergency services at the discretion of the member in charge.
- other persons authorized by the commissioner.
- The member in charge of the appliance is responsible for enforcing this instruction.
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Question 31.
According to Standing Orders, Incident Crew Management System is a simple
system for managing information about the location and activities of personnel at
incidents. The Incident Crew Management System is made up of three components.
What are these components?
The Incident Management system is made up of three components:
- "passports" used to identify individuals
- appliance tags used to identify appliances,
- incident crew management board.
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Question 32.
According to STP - List and describe three ways foam controls and extinguishes fire.
- Cooling - cools the surface temperature to prevent re-ignition
- Excluding (Smothering) - removes the fires supply of oxygen
- Suppressing flammable vapors to stop them from igniting
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Question 33.
According to STP – What are the characteristics of liquid petroleum gas?
- Odorless
- Colorless
- Heavier than air
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Question 34.
According to STP - What is the term used when a liquid within a container reaches a
temperature well above its boiling temperature, boils, expands and the container fails
sending flammable gas outwards where it ignites.
- BLEVE - Boiling, Liquid, Expanding, Vapor, Explosion
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Question 35.
According to STP - What can be used to conduct a thermal check of an acetylene
cylinder.
- TIC - every 15 min for 1 hr. record results
- Infrared thermometer
- Wetting test - get a clear view, completely wet cylinder, look for steam or rapid drying. A cool cylinder shouldn't dry in 1-2 min.
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Question 36.
Expand the Acronym - SISIACMR
SISIACMR
- Safe approach
- Incident control
- Scene Security
- Identify hazmat's
- Assess potential harm and minimize environmental contamination
- Call in resources
- Manage information
- Render safe and decontaminate
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Question 37.
According to STP - What is the most suitable extinguishing agent for rubber fires?
Water
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Question 38.
According to STP -There are several stages of Lithium-Ion battery failure list and
describe the stages.
- Stage 1 Abuse factor - thermal, electrical or mechanical abuse.
- Stage 2 Off gas generation - occurs regardless of cell form factor.
- Stage 3 Smoke generation - Catastrophic failure is imminent.
- Stage 4 Fire generation - likelihood of propagation drastically increases
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Question 39.
According to the Workplace Safety toolkit on the intranet, what should you complete
when a work-related injury, near miss, exposure or illness occurs and in what
timeframe after the occurrence should it be submitted?
-A NIIENM form should be submitted for any incident that affect the health and safety of FRNSW workers.
- NIIENMs within 24hrs of occurrence.
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Question 40.
According to the toolkit on the intranet - If you are unable to submit or fill out a
NIIENM who else can submit one for you?
- If the injured person is unable to submit the report, their supervisor or co-worker can submit it on their behalf.
- Include as much information as necessary to understand the cause of the injury and any actions taken to minimize the severity of the injury.
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Question 41.
In New South Wales, Emergency Services carry out land-based rescues under what
Act?
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Question 42.
As stated in the SERM Act,1989 who is responsible for coordinating rescue
operations and for determining the priorities of action to be taken in rescue
operations?
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Question 43.
According to STP - FRNSW uses the YOU principle to establish priorities of safety at
a rescue incident. What are these priorities of safety?
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Question 44.
According to STP -What is the correct PPC and procedure for fire protection at an
MVA?
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Question 45.
According to STP - What environments should SCBA be worn in?
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Question 46.
Owners and occupiers of premises can deposit keys at their nearest fire station so
that firefighters can gain access without causing unnecessary damage. Located in
the Forms filing cabinet on the intranet, name the two forms that need to be
completed when receiving keys to private premises.
- Keys deposit form is used in conjunction with the Keys to private premises from.
- The keys deposit form is filled out by the station Commander, the Keys to private premises form is filled out by the applicant dropping off the keys.
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Question 47.
As stated in the Health, Fitness and Wellbeing Toolkit- What is it a mandatory
requirement to complete prior to undertaking the annual Fitness Drill?
Firefighters must complete a (PARQ) Physical Aptitude Readiness Questionnaire prior to undertaking the annual fitness drill.
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Question 48.
According to Operations Bulletin 2020-04 - Failure to report damage. When an
appliance is found to have unreported damage, the Fleet Operations Officer or
Regional Maintenance Officer will notify the Station, Duty, and Zone Commander in
writing. The responsible station must submit what form within 8 days?
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Question 49.
According to the Fire ePermit policy, a fire permit issued within the ‘Bush Fire
Danger’ period will be valid for a period of how many days from the date of issue?
7 Days if issued within the Bush Fir Danger period, otherwise 14 days.
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Question 50.
According to the Fire ePermit policy, what aspect of the planned fire does the permit
take into account.
A fire permit accounts only for the safety aspect of the planned fire.
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Question 51.
According to STP - Where should Warden Intercom Points be in a building?
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Question 52.
According to STP, name the components in an AS 2118.1 sprinkler alarm valve
room.
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Question 53.
According to STP, there are two control measures when dealing with live power at
an incident. List and describe them.
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Question 54.
According to STP - Firefighters can ‘turn off’ a solar power system to stop electricity
feeding into the structure’s circuits or back to the electricity network if configured to
do so. State the recommended procedure.
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Question 55.
According to STP -When a battery energy storage system is present at a residence,
there should be an indicator to alert you to this. What is an example of an indicator,
located outside the switchboard.
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Question 56.
Operations Bulletin 2023-01- Lists operational actions to follow when dealing with
Lithium-ion battery failure in small devices. List these actions.
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Question 57.
According to STP - If solar panels, or the attached isolators, are on fire, in addition to
the considerations with turning off an alternative power source what actions should
firefighters take?
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Question 58.
According to ADASHI First Responder Fact sheets - If you are the first arriving crew,
you must send an initial radio report as well as pressing Code 3 on your MDT.
FireCOM needs this information for what reasons?
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Question 59.
According to STP - Overhaul is a procedure we follow after we attend an incident
and extinguish the fire. For your safety during overhaul what is it essential for you to
do?
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Question 60.
According to STP - What is the minimum PPE that can be worn at a bush fire?
Level 2 Minimum
- Multi purpose Helmet
- Goggles
- Multi purpose jacket
- GP Gloves
-Firefighting gloves - Direct Attack
- Duty wear trousers
- Firefighting boots
- P2
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Question 61.
According to STP - Property protection is the act of protecting property from the
impact of a wildfire. At a major wildfire, FRNSW crews generally engage in property
protection roles. We generally have 3 strategies for carrying out property protection. Name and describe them.
Line Defence - Protect the perimeter of the property until resources are sufficient for an offensive attack. Stay mobile - be able to relocate quickly.
Ember defence - Firefighters focus on extinguishing embers and spot fires around structures. Remain mobile - Hit and Move.
Backstop defence - Firefighters retreat while fire front passes and move back in to save saveable structures after. Retreat to a safe refuge.
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Question 62.
Operations Bulletin 2023-01- Lists the hazards and risks at incidents involving
Lithium-ion batteries in small devices. List all as stated in the bulletin.
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Question 63.
As described in STP - When conducting ventilation using a fan, what is the most
effective inlet/outlet ratio?
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Question 64.
According to SOGs - When an LPG container is involved in fire, what area of the container is considered most crucial and a high priority area for cooling?
The container’s vapour space (area above the liquid) is most crucial and is to be considered a high priority area for cooling. Cool all containers by using sprays in preference to jets of water.
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Question 65.
As recommended in STP - When conducting ventilation with a fan, the fan should be
set back approximately how far from the door.
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Question 66.
According to Work Instruction- “Bagging contaminated gear” What equipment is
required for bagging contaminated gear (not PPC) at an incident to minimise the risk
presented by hazardous contaminants during storage or transport?
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Question 67.
You are responded to a bushfire with four Fire Rescue NSW pumpers two RFS
tankers and one inspector, according to SOGs what class is the fire?
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Question 68.
According to the guideline support document for electricity SOGs - Electrical
transformers in high density areas of cities maybe situated in underground vaults, if a
fire occurs in one of these vaults, CO2 can be injected via a wall mounted or footpath
CO2 connection box. What does the number on the connection box indicate?
The number on the connection box indicates the number of CO2 cylinders to be injected.
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Question 69.
According to the guideline support document for electricity SOGs - What factors affect voltage gradient at wires down?
The voltage gradient varies depending on:
* Composition of the ground – eg concrete, road surface, soil
* Moisture content
* Voltage of the electrical source
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Question 70.
According to the guideline support document for electricity SOGs - Conductors allow electricity to easily pass through them. List five conductors.
Conductors allow electricity to easily pass through them. Examples are:
* Metals (eg copper, aluminium, steel) – including ladders, fences, guttering,
roofing
* Human body
* Timber and trees
* Flame and dense smoke
* Vehicle tyres
* Some fire extinguishing mediums
* Wet or dirty rope
* Water – including hose line
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Question 71.
According to the guideline support document for electricity SOGs - Name four
measures to control the risks associated with electricity.
The SOGs emphasise safety and hazard awareness, to control the risks
associated with electricity. Essentially, they state:
* Stay away from the hazard. Always regard it as live until you know
otherwise.
* Assess the risks from at least 8 metres away from the hazard.
* If suspected to be electrically hazardous, establish an Exclusion Zone.
* Have the electricity company isolate power.
* When leaving the incident site, if possible, provide information to the owner
or other responsible person on the hazards still present at the site and the
control measures in place.
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Question 72.
As listed on the SIMS Worksheet: Electrical safety kit - State the inventory stored in
the green canvas bag of the electrical safety kit.
1 x pair of insulating gloves
1 x pair of leather over gloves
1 x electrical safety kit bag
2 x non contact AC voltage detectors, either Modiewark Rescue or GLM mini rescue
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Question 73.
According to Recommended practice - When using the gloves from the electrical
safety kit, what is the correct donning sequence?
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Question 74.
According to SOGs - FRNSW has an interagency notification policy, list the reasons
NSW Police are required to be notified.
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Question 75.
You are responded to fire in a Correctional facility, centre or complex operated by
government agencies or private contractors. As stated in FRNSW SOGs on arrival
what actions should be taken?
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Question 76.
According to the Preventing and Managing Unreasonable Behaviour and Bullying
Policy, what is the definition of workplace bullying?
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Question 77.
Under NSW legislation, Rescues involving fire or hazardous materials are carried out
under what Act.
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Question 78.
According to the ‘Firefighter’ role description found on the Intranet, list 5
Duties/Accountabilities required in this role.
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Question 79.
According to STP - What guidelines should be followed when tasking crews at a
residential structure fire?
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Question 80.
According to STP -What is recommended configuration for relay pumping operation?
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Question 81.
According to STP – ‘Fire Safety and Investigation’ there are four classifications of
cause. Name and describe them.
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Question 82.
Whilst participating in a community event at the local oval and armed offender attack
occurs. According to SOGs, what actions should you take?
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Question 83.
According to SOGs - There are many duties of the BA Control Operator, list five.
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Question 84.
According to Firefighters Training Manual - The numbers relayed back from
FireCOM for the Hazmat Action Guide (HAG) sheet are used to determine PPE,
form, hazards, effect with water, action, firefighting, and personnel decontamination.
TX at the end of the transmission means there is text. What does the text usually
refer to?
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Question 85.
According to SOGs - What can P2 particle masks be used to protect against?
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Question 86.
According to SOGs - At any incident, the Incident Commander will consider the
incident phase and the risk that may be accepted. Describe the life at risk phase.
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Question 87.
According to Firefighters Training Manual -You attend a house fire at 2am and on
arrival notice a small amount of smoke issuing from the ground level of a 2-storey
residence. Two cars are parked in the driveway. What three principles should you
keep in mind when forcing entry?
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Question 88.
According to SOGs -You respond to a building fire and the contaminated runoff/pollutant is impacting a canal that runs into a creek. Which agencies are you
required to notify?
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Question 89.
According to SOGs -You are relieving at a regional station, and you conduct an
Incident Management drill for Retained (On Call) Firefighters. You state incident
management involves strategic functions that must be addressed in order to safely
and effectively manage and resolve an incident. Name the strategic functions.
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Question 90.
According to SOGs - What are the three basic principles for communication at
incidents?
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Question 91.
According to SOGs - You inspect the hydrant and booster system at a large
industrial complex, and you notice the booster system has no main wheel valve and
no pillar supply hydrants. What does this tell you about the hydrant system?
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Question 92.
According to SOGs - Emergency Response Teams have varying levels of skills,
equipment, and training. Depending on the hazards involved, the IC must determine,
from Pre-Incident Planning and discussion with the Emergency Response Team
Leader, their role at an incident. Name three activities Emergency Response Team
can participate in.
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Question 93
SOGs describe how to de-escalate an incident. What is de-escalation?
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Question 94.
According to SOGs - The Emergency Control Organisation may consist of people
identified by coloured helmets, hats, caps, vests, or tabards. Name the members and
the identifying colour.
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Question 95.
What are the correct meanings for the numerical codes:
* Code 3
* Code 6
* Code 4
* Code 1
* Code 7
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Question 96.
You are completing a pre-incident plan for an occupancy located within your station
area. Your priorities are confirming correct keys and swipe cards, along with
updating information for the MDT. The SO directs you to inspect the Fire Control
Room. According to the SOGs, What features are included in a Fire Control Room?
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Question 97.
You are attending an incident at a large cold storage facility. Your SO has directed
you to cut into an Insulated Sandwich Panel (ISP). Prior to cutting the ISP, you
conduct a risk assessment. According to the SOGs, list the important issues to
consider?
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Question 98.
You are attending a 3rd Alarm structure fire and note the current incident
commander is being overwhelmed by radio messages. According to SOGs, following
span of control rules, what is the optimal amount an individual resources you should
communicate with?
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Question 99.
It is the responsibility of the Incident Commander (IC) to ensure that in general, each
tactical priority has been addressed, according to the SOGs, involving structure fires
the IC should consider how many sides of the fire?
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Question 100.
On arrival at an incident, you observe the EWIS is operating. Upon closer inspection
you note it has defects. According to the SOGs, what actions should you take?
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Question 101.
You attend a Hazmat incident involving Phosgene, you appreciate the importance of
correct spelling of a substance when transmitting messages to Comms. You are
requested to relay the message using the phonetic alphabet. What is the correct
phonetic alphabet transmission for Phosgene?
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Question 102.
An MVA has occurred between a truck and two cars requiring the attendance of a
rescue unit, the MVA has occurred on the M5 Motorway in the GSA. There are
multiple emergency services within NSW that are responsible for rescue incidents.
According to SOGs, who determines which emergency service will send a rescue
unit to this rescue incident?
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Question 103.
Fumigation is a process of applying a pesticide chemical to a sealed area for a
period, generally to treat insects or other vermin. The pesticide is applied in gas form
(or a state that produces a gas) to the area. According to SOGs if a firefighter is
exposed to chemicals at a fumigation what actions need to be taken on arrival back
at station?
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Question 104.
According to SOGs - FRNSW priorities guide the strategy and incident action plan
(IAP) for the incident. What are our priorities at an incident?
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Question 105.
According to FRNSW fatigue management procedure permanent firefighters, what is
the recommended consecutive hours break taken after completion of their second
24-hour shift, prior to recall, part change of shift or any other overtime in order to
minimise fatigue risk.
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Question 106.
According to the clean firefighter policy describe onsite decontamination.
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Question 107.
According to the Toolkit on the intranet during a bushfire with CFUs. List the roles
and responsibilities of CFU members.
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Question 108.
According to SOGs - A medical emergency access incident is an actual or probable
situation where either the Police Rescue Coordinator or the Ambulance Service of
NSW (ASNSW) Communication Centre Manager considers serious. What do they
consider a person at risk of if access is not gained quickly?
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Question 109.
According to FRNSW Alcohol and other drugs policy, workers must not be in the
workplace with a blood alcohol concentration of how many grams or above of alcohol
per 210 litres of breath.
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Question 110.
According to STP - What actions should you take upon noticing signs of structural
collapse?
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Question 111.
According to SOGs - Radio codes for automatic fire alarms (AFAs) are used by the
Incident Commander (IC) to send an incident completed (Stop) message to FireCOM
at the conclusion of an AFA-reported incident. When AFA call is to an actual fire –
i.e., one which FRNSW has been alerted to by the activation of an AFA or manual
call point. What is required to be reported to FireCOM?
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Question 112.
According to SOGs - Safety is paramount at all bushfires. A safety briefing must be
completed and communicated to firefighters. Firefighters should constantly review
LACES. Describe each letter of the acronym LACES.
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Question 113.
According to SOGs-Fire danger ratings (FDR) give an indication of the
consequences of a bushfire. The higher the fire danger, the more dangerous the
conditions. List the ratings.
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Question 114
According to SOGs when sending radio messages, to ensure they are easy to
understand and hear. How should they be formulated?
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Question 115.
According to SOGs - There are three strategies used during bushfires operations.
Name and describe them.
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Question 116.
According to SOGs - To minimise the risk of heat related illness, what is the
minimum level of PPE that should be worn at a bushfire.
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Question 117.
Heat stress is the most common condition which affects firefighters. It all too
frequently affects their welfare, but more importantly, it affects their judgement and
competence in the field. All firefighters must be able to recognise the symptoms,
name three symptoms as stated in SOGs.
118
Question 118.
According to SOGs - The status of a bushfire is the degree to which it is under
control. What terminology is to be used in radio messages and sitreps to FireCOM?
119
Question 119.
According to SOGs - What acronym is used to assist ICs in remembering the factors
which should be considered in an effective size-up?
120
Question 120.
According to SOGs - Describe offensive and defensive firefighting strategies.
121
Question 121.
As stated in SOGs - What does the Incident Action (IAP) usually describe?
122
Question 122.
As stated in SOGs - In the event of a major fire, the IC must establish an exclusion
zone to protect personnel from the risk of windows, panels and debris that become
dislodged by heat, wind pressure or water jets. Any external Control Point (e.g.,
Incident Control Vehicle) must be located outside this zone. How far will the
exclusion zone extend?
123
Question 123.
According to SOGs - At a high-rise structure fire, what are the actions of the first
arriving Station Commander?
124
Question 124.
According to SOGs - Twin bore tunnels, where traffic flows occur in separate
tunnels, the tunnels are usually separated by 4-hour fire-resisting construction.
Crossover passages between the tunnels are usually how many metres apart?
125
Question 125.
According to SOGs - List the roles of FRNSW at incidents involving bomb threats or
detonations?
126
Question 126.
According to SOGs - When referring to storage facilities describe-
* Bulk
* Flatbed storage
* Ventilated
* Sealed
127
Question 127.
According to SOGs - Standards Australia refers to Breathing Apparatus (BA) as
supplied air respirators. Fire and Rescue NSW uses positive pressure supplied air
respirators to provide the highest level of protection. Name and describe them.
128
Question 128.
According to SOGs - Decontamination is the process of removing contaminants from
people and equipment to prevent further injury and reduce the spread of the
contaminant. What are the three ways decontamination can be implemented.
129
Question 129.
According to SOGs When dealing with radiological incidents, the first priority is to
minimise the exposure to radiation while rendering the incident safe. What are the
main considerations for protecting people at radiological incidents?
130
Question 130.
According to SOGs - What are three types of radiation.
131
Question 131.
According to SOGs - Materials that contain asbestos are known as asbestos
containing materials (ACM). If asbestos is encountered at an incident, as far as
practical, employ dust suppression tactics and leave ACM in situ. Provide three
examples of dust suppression tactics.
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Question 132.
Materials that contain asbestos are known as asbestos containing materials (ACM).
There are generally two categories of ACM name and describe them.
133
Question 133.
According to Standing Orders – The minimum number of new PIPs to be completed
by each platoon yearly is?
134
Question 134.
According to Standing Orders - Why does FRNSW conduct hydrant inspections?
135
Question 135.
According to the After-Action Review (AAR) Policy - AARs are held for the purpose
of reviewing organisational performance, resulting in a series of observations, which
are analysed to produce thematic insights. What timeframe should a Type 1 review
be conducted?
136
Question 136.
As stated in in the FRNSW Code of Conduct and Ethics - FRNSW has shared values
with the NSW Government Sector. Name all the shared values.
137
Question 137.
According to FRNSW Policy Managing Gifts, Benefits and Hospitality Policy and
Procedure - Any offer of a gift or benefit in excess of $50 or not token in nature,
whether it is accepted or not, must be declared and registered with who?
138
Question 138.
According to the infection prevention and control manual - An infection occurs when
another organism enters your body and causes disease. There are six main
transmission routes, list four
139
Question 139.
According to SOGs - What is the unit of measurement for external radiation?
140
Question 141.
List and define the three zone systems as outlined in SOGs Scene Security.
141
Question 140.
According to SOGs - The risk of developing asbestos related disease depends on
many factors. List three factors
142
Question 142.
According to SOGs - Operators of aged care facilities have emergency plans, which
include a staged evacuation plan. List the stage numbers including the stage
FRNSW would likely be involved.
143
Question 143.
According to SOGs - During bushfire operations safeguarding strategy is not fire
suppression but can be used when defensive operations are not safe. Describe the
actions taken in this strategy.
144
Question 144.
According to SOGs - At a high-rise structure fire, what area provides a safe location
with building communications, control equipment and plans?
145
Question 145.
SOGs state - In some cases, mostly at larger structures and complexes it may not be
appropriate to turn off power to the entire structure. List three of these structures or
complexes
146
Question 146.
According to the FRNSW smoke alarm installation procedure - When installing a
smoke alarm in a residential dwelling, what is the most suitable fixing method to
attach to surfaces.
147
Question 147.
Suspicious substance incidents (including suspicious package incidents) are multiagency incidents. FRNSW, the NSW Police Force and the Ambulance Service of
NSW have developed multi-agency procedures to provide emergency services
personnel with the knowledge, skills, and ability to ensure a consistent and safe
approach for management and resolution of suspicious substance incidents. The
level of risk can be identified by a colour. What are these colours?
148
Question 148.
Sexual Harassment is against the law and never acceptable. FRNSW adopts the
legal definition of sexual harassment as per the Anti- Discrimination Act 1977. What
constitutes sexual harassment as described in the Act?
149
Question 149.
According to the procedure, list the requirements regarding qualifications for a full or
part change of shift.
150
Question 150.
According to the procedure, arrangement for a full or part change of shift- The
applicant must submit the form to their Station Commander or Supervisor at least
how many hours in advance?
151
Question 151.
According to the FRNSW Act 1989, what is the definition of a hazardous material
incident?
152
Question 152.
According to the NSW RFS and FRNSW Memorandum of Understanding, when
responding to AFAs within the jurisdictional, responsibility of the RFS, the first
arriving brigade can de activate the local alarm, who can carry out resetting of the
alarm?
153
Question 153.
According to the Toolkit - Workplace Safety- Annual Workplace Safety Inspections
aim to reduce the number of safety incidents by identifying and controlling a broad
range of potential hazards in FRNSW-owned or leased workplaces. When must each
FRNSW-owned or leased workplace be inspected by each year?
154
Question 154.
According to the SOGs - The minimum training requirements, for career firefighters
at permanent stations, what is the minimum hours of training per set of four shifts
(DDNN) or 2 shifts (on the 24hr roster)?
155
Question 155.
According to SOGs - When using a hydrant booster, the IC will instruct the pump
operator to run the hydrant booster system in one of three modes. List and describe
all three.
156
Question 156.
According to the workplace safety toolkit - Every workplace should have a
prominently displayed Health & Safety Notice Board, list all documents that should
be attached?
157
Question 157.
According to Standing Orders - Smoke screen security devices produce a barrier of
dense white fog when a monitored security alarm system is activated. FRNSW may
be responded to buildings where the smoke screen has been activated and mistaken
for a fire. What are two things’ firefighters should consider before entering the
building?
158
Question 158.
According to the Firefighters Training Manual, what is the definition of thermal
capacity?
159
Question 159.
According to the Firefighters Training Manual, flash fires and dust explosions are
similar in conditions. Three conditions occur in both flash fires and dust explosions.
Which conditions do NOT occur in both?
160
Question 160.
You respond to a building that has a dry riser system. In accordance with SOGs, if
you identify one of these systems what should you be aware of?
161
Question 161.
During a bushfire, a helicopter is carrying out hot refuelling operations to prepare for
ongoing water bombing operations.
According to SOGs, a designated Fire Protection Crew should follow what
procedures?
162
Question 162.
A 6-level building has a fire burning on the 3rd level. Heat smoke and fire gases are
gradually rising through vertical openings and spreading to floors above the fire. As
per the Firefighters Training Manual, what factors will mostly affect the levels
reached by these stratified layers?
163
Question 163.
At a 4th alarm industrial unit fire, the Incident Commander (IC) had assigned Sector
Commanders, a Safety Officer and a Staging Officer with four pumps initially in
Staging. The IC later requested an extra six firefighters and a Station Commander
from Staging, but there was only one pump in Staging. Why was this error not
identified?
164
Question 164.
You are responding to a fire call in a Scania 320 pumper through small roundabouts
in wet weather and the driver reports that the vehicle's brakes are operating
independently and intermittently. In accordance with the Operations Bulletin 2014-
02, what actions should be taken?
165
Question 165.
According to the definitions in the STP, provide a detailed description of Hazard and
Risk.
166
Question 166.
You attend a Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) between two (2) cars, you note one of
the vehicles is an LPG powered vehicle. According to the Firefighters Training
Manual, in general, LPG cylinders in vehicles have what fittings?
167
Question 167.
According to FRNSW Act 1989, What is the definition of hazardous material?
168
Question 168.
You attend a 3rd Alarm structure fire, and the Incident Commander (IC) appoints you
the Safety Officer. What is the Safety Officer responsible for? List five.
169
Question 169.
FRNSW use different methods to ventilate a structure. All ventilation methods
require safety precautions. According to the Firefighters Training Manual, what
safety precautions should you practice during vertical or trench ventilation?
170
Question 170.
You are performing a fire duty after a fire at a factory. The cause is yet to be
determined; the Fire Investigation and Research Unit (FIRU) and Police are at work.
An employee asks if he can go and retrieve some personal belongings. According to
Part 3 Section 32 of the Fire Brigades Regulation 2014, what is your correct course
of action?
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Question 171.
According to SOGs, as the Incident Commander, you may choose a fast attack
command position. What does fast attack enable the IC to do?
172
Question 172.
Hazardous chemical (Hazchem) emergency action codes provide information for the
fire brigade and police on how to deal with a fire or spillage. What does the 3-digit
code give basic information on?
173
Question 173.
To extinguish a fire, we must remove one or more factors that form the fire triangle or
fire tetrahedron. According to the Firefighters Training Manual, what methods are
used to remove one of these factors. List four.
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Question 174.
According to the Firefighters Training Manual, the use of water as an extinguishing
medium on ships has some disadvantages. List three of the disadvantages
175
Question 175.
Describe the purpose of the FRNSW Act 1989?
176
Question 176.
According to STP - Crews operating on levels above the fire should be constantly
alert for the potential of fire extension. List the actions should crews take
177
Question 177.
You are responded to an aircraft on a runway with smoke issuing from behind the
piston engine. All passengers and crew are out. It is a radial engine. According to the
Firefighters Training Manual, how does the fire risk of this engine compare to an inline engine and what extinguishing medium would you use?
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Question 178.
According to FRNSW Fatigue Management Procedure - Short-term fatigue
management is the management of acute fatigue that may occur as a result of tasks
undertaken by firefighters during work hours. As a guide, a break from these tasks
should be taken how often?
179
Question 179.
You have been instructed to commence ventilation. According to the Firefighters
Training Manual, when determining where ventilation needs to be carried out, what
considerations need to be taken into account?
180
Question 180.
According to SOGs, if co2 is used to extinguish a fire in an underground vault
substation what is the minimum time it needs to be kept sealed within the vault?
181
Question 181.
According to SOGs, what is the definition of decontamination?
182
Question 182.
During a bushfire, your sector contains an area where trees and grass are alight
under high voltage power lines. According to SOGs, what are the safe working
distances and what firefighting activities can you perform?
183
Question 183.
You need to attach a delivery to the hydrant outlet. According to the Firefighters
Training Manual, hydrants have what types of deliveries?
184
Question 184.
A BA team reports to a Breathing Apparatus Control Operator (BACO) two floors
below the fire floor at a high-rise structure fire. They provide their BA tallies to the
BACO and proceed to the fire floor but remain in the fire stairs for ten minutes before
donning BA and beginning firefighting tasks.
Ten minutes after that the BACO is trying to contact the Sector Commander urgently
stating that they are running low on air when they are not. According to SOGs, what
went wrong?
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Question 185.
According to SOGs, there are five members of a decontamination team. Name all
members.
186
Question 186.
At an incident, fire crews believe accelerants may have been used. According to
Standing Orders, what are possible signs of accelerant use?
187
Question 187.
You are in charge of firefighters providing fire protection during helicopter refuelling.
You instruct them to wear full PPE. According to SOGs, what full PPE will they
wear?
188
Question 188.
Under the FRNSW Act 1989, define flammable matter?
189
Question 189.
According to SOGs- Bushfire classes are determined by the level of resources
committed to the fire, and its potential impact on the community, economy, essential
infrastructure, and not its size. Describe a Class 3 bushfire?
190
Question 190.
In relation to toxic chemicals, what are the five main types of military warfare
agents?
191
Question 191.
You are first arriving Station Commander at a fire to find smoke issuing from a single
level house. You have not conducted a 360° size up but have given your crew initial
tasks.
What actions would most assist in formally assuming command?
192
Question 192.
You respond to a High-Rise building. According to SOGs, High Rise buildings are
generally described by what characteristics?
193
Question 193.
If there is a minor bushfire in a Fire District attended four FRNSW pumpers and two
RFS tankers managed by the FRNSW Duty Commander, what class of bushfire is it?
194
Question 194.
According to the Firefighters Training Manual, what conditions should be determined
before carrying out ventilation?
195
Question 195.
You are the Incident Commander at a hazardous materials incident and find
wastewater coming from an adjoining business is entering the Hot Zone and
spreading contaminants. You order this water supply to be shut off, but the business
owner next door complains that he will lose money by shutting down production.
What are your general powers in this situation as stipulated under the FRNSW Act?
196
Question 196.
FRNSW incident management is consistent with the Australasian Inter-service
Incident Management System (AIIMS).
What are the key principles of AIIMS?
197
Question 197.
According to SOGs, Describe the term “All Clear.”
198
Question 198.
According to the SOGs, on arrival at a high-rise structure fire, the Hazmat Officer will
become the BA Commander and perform what duties?
199
Question 199.
You are the Incident Commander at a large factory fire. There are 8 pumps code 3 at
the incident. According to SOGs, list two combinations could you allocate these
pumps to achieve three-deep deployment?
200
Question 200.
FRNSW is committed to achieving the principles and requirements of the Equity,
Diversity, and Inclusion Policy, to achieve this what are all employees responsible
for?
201
Question 201.
According to the Transfer and Mobility Policy, list the reasons permanent Officers
and Firefighters may seek transfer or be transferred to other locations.
202
Question 202.
According to the Firefighters Training Manual, what does the term latent heat of
vaporisation refer to?
203
Question 203.
According to the Firefighters Training Manual, water is drawn from various types of
water mains. Name the types of mains.
204
Question 204.
You are responded to a report of an unknown odour at an abandoned petrol station.
You inform your crew to prepare a 4-head gas detector for use on arrival.
According to SOGs, what four items of information can the detector tell you?
205
Question 205.
Insulated Sandwich Panels (ISPs), especially those with Expanded Polystyrene
(EPS) cores can create an extremely hazardous environment for firefighters and may
force adoption of a defensive strategy from an early stage.
According to SOGs, what are the reasons for this?
206
Question 206.
According to the Firefighters Training Manual, what are the main types of aircraft?
207
Question 207.
According to SOGs, when responding into a Rural Fire District, when are you
required to send a Code 6?
208
Question 208.
According to Operations Bulletin 2023-02. List the risk management measures that
should be taken when attending incidents involving hydrogen fuel cell electric
vehicles (FCEV).
209
Question 209.
The operation (or non-operation) of the pressure relief valve on an LPG storage or
transport container does not necessarily mean that a BLEVE is imminent. However,
if the valve is operating on an LPG storage container that has no odorant and is
labelled accordingly the internal pressure of the cylinder may be rising.
According to the Firefighters Training Manual, what are indicators of a possible
BLEVE?
210
Question 210.
In accordance with SOGs, when developing objectives, strategies and tactics what
should be considered?
211
Question 211.
You are the Officer in Charge at a hazardous materials incident, and the site
manager is failing to cooperate. You advise the site manager of your authority to
enter and operate under the FRNSW Act, what does it state?
212
Question 212.
According to the Toolkit - Conduct - Respectful Workplaces, Clear communication is
one of the best ways to build a respectful workplace and to avoid conflict. What is the
tool that will help employees to communicate clearly when addressing difficult
topics.
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Question 213.
According to the Toolkit - Mental fitness- What program offers an external service
that provides professional and confidential counselling/coaching to help you with
challenges, issues or concerns that may be affecting you at work or home.
214
Question 214.
According to SOGs - During the de-escalation of an incident, at what stage is
command terminated?
215
Question 215.
What are principles of situational evaluation in incident management?
216
Question 216.
According to Recommended Practice, state why the thermal imaging camera may or
may not be suitable for use in a flammable atmosphere.
217
Question 217.
According to SOGs - A major goal for the IC is to develop an Incident Action Plan for
the incident. What is an incident action plan?
218
Question 218.
According to SOGs - What are the terms used in an initial radio report, to indicate the
size of a structure at a fire incident.
219
Question 219.
As stated in SOGs - Example -Initial radio report - The initial radio report (IRR) is
sent by the first arriving officer to FireCOM. It time-stamps command, confirms and
identifies the IC, and records initial details about the incident. It should be in
Conditions, Actions, Needs (CAN) format and should include-
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Question 220.
According to Standing Orders - The Community Activities Reporting System (CARs)
is the platform for reporting community activities engaged in at a station level and by
our other specialist units. Who is authorised to enter completed activities in CARs.
221
Question 221.
According to FRNSW Cyber Security policy - Employees are responsible to protect
the information they use and manage as part of their daily job. Employees are
expected to complete Cyber Security Awareness Training how often?
222
Question 222.
According to the Bushfire Hazard reduction procedure - There are two types of broad
area prescribed burns. What are they?
223
Question 223.
According to the Bushfire Hazard reduction procedure - Pile burns may be carried
out by FRNSW to dispose of vegetation resulting from what activities?
224
Question 224.
According to the Bushfire hazard reduction policy - List occasions when prescribed
burning conducted by FRNSW is not permitted in a fire district.
225
Question 225.
According to CASE STUDY 2023-06 on the Intranet, four firefighters injured by
unauthorised equipment - During 2020-2021, four firefighters required treatment in
hospital after being injured by unauthorised equipment that had been brought into
FRNSW workplaces. What is FRNSWs definition of unauthorised equipment as
described in the case study?
226
Question 226.
When conveying sensitive information on an open channel what should be
considered as listed in SOGs?
227
Question 227.
According to Six Minute Intensive Training- Emergency Management- A priority
traffic message, which draws attention to something that may pose a risk to
firefighters. For example, a new critical factor, which prompts the IC to change the
incident action plan and the strategy from offensive to defensive can be sent by
who?
228
Question 228.
According STP - Who must give consent for PIP inspections to be conducted on a
premises?
229
Question 229.
According to Six Minute Intensive Training - Door entry -
What are the door entry techniques that can be used with the Halligan tool?
Inward Adze Roll Technique
Fork Drive
Outward Adze (drive and steer)
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Question 230.
According to Six Minute Intensive Training - Door entry -
What are the five steps to forcing a door?
1. Size up - Assess how urgent the situation is. If it is not time critical,
consider passive ways of making entry- Through a window, wait for keys etc. Conduct 360 of premises, trying all windows and doors.
2. Gap – Usually starting with the Adze blade, work the tool between the door and door stop or door frame to create a workable gap. A second fire fighter may be required with sledge axe to “strike” Halligan tool to get a start.
3. Set – With a gap established between the door and frame (a wedge may be required), manoeuvre tool to complete the forced entry. This could be the Adze or fork end of the tool, depending on situation.
4. Force- Final action to defeat the lock. Using the mechanical advantage leverage of the tool to complete the spread. Two fire fighters may be required for some doors.
5. Control – Open the door in such a way so as not to have an adverse effect on the situation. Use Adze on Halligan to hook the back of the door to pull closed.
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Question 231.
According to Six Minute Intensive Training - During Firefighting Operations, what does fire attack crew never ignore?
FIRE ATTACK crew never ignores a casualty, SEARCH & RESCUE crew never ignores a fire.
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Question 232.
According to Six Minute Intensive Training – Search and rescue during firefighting operations - The objective of a search is to confirm an ALL CLEAR, this is usually broken into what two components?
The PRIMARY SEARCH is rapid and systematic, usually carried out
simultaneously with fire attack, if fire conditions and crew response allow.
A SECONDARY SEARCH is more thorough and methodical, undertaken to confirm casualties have not been missed. The secondary search is often conducted once Fire control has been achieved and at times can be done simultaneously with ventilation.
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Question 233.
According to SOGs - Describe the terms withdraw and abandon as used by the IC to
indicate to crews the urgency required to move from offensive to a defensive
strategy.
234
Question 234.
As stated in Six Minute Intensive Training – Search and rescue during firefighting operations - What signs would indicate it’s time to withdraw?
- Worsening fire/smoke conditions
- Signs of structural collapse
- Previously unknown hazards e.g. Acetylene
- Emergency Radio Message signalling:
- Loss of PAR
- Change to a Defensive Strategy via an order from the I.C.
to Withdraw or Abandon
235
Question 235.
According to Safety Bulletin 2023-03 TIC lanyard entanglement risk - If the TIC
needs to be handed between members of firefighting or search and rescue teams
what is the safest method to pass to the front firefighter?
236
Question 236.
According to Six Minute Intensive Training, what is the purpose of placing an appliance in the fend off position?
It uses the appliances bulk and visibility to form a physical
barrier protecting FRNSW personnel, other emergency
services and patients from oncoming traffic
237
Question 237.
According to the SIMS worksheet - Warning gear is used to mark off incidents sites and warn the public that FRNSW operations are nearby. As listed on the worksheet list three forms of warning gear.
- Eflare or strobe kit
- the Hazard Ahead sign
- barrier and hazmat Hot Zone tape
- witch’s hats
- breakdown road triangles.
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Question 238.
According to the SIMS Worksheet - All extinguishers are inspected and serviced by who and at what timeframes?
All extinguishers are inspected and serviced by a competent person six monthly, annually and five yearly (AS1851). Ensure this service has been undertaken and report any deficiencies to the Station Commander.
239
Question 239.
According to STP - What removal technique provides a time efficient technique that removes an unconscious or decreased level of consciousness firefighter from their equipment providing access for assessment and further medical intervention?
240
Question 240.
According to SOGs when responded to a Community First Responder incident and
the patient refuses care. What should you do?
If care is refused, observe the patient until the ambulance arrives.
Assume an unconscious patient wants assistance.
If a patient previously refusing treatment loses consciousness, treat them.
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Question 241.
According to SOGs - To ensure the safety of crews working on roads, list the actions
that should be taken when positioning the vehicle and defining the workspace.
Positioning the vehicle and defining the work space
* place and orient the advanced warning sign on the footpath where it is clearly visible to road users at a distance twice the prescribed speed limit in metres from the start of the work area to a maximum of 140 m, or at the next intersection
* position the vehicle safely and turn on the emergency beacons and hazard warning lights to warn approaching traffic
* ensure that a line of traffic cones is placed from the warning sign to the vehicle, spaced evenly to provide a safe work area
* if necessary, appoint spotters to monitor traffic.
NOTE If traffic conditions become dangerous, move to safety immediately
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Question 242.
According to Recommended practice - To ensure visibility, firefighters must always
wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when working on roadways.
List the PPE that can be used.
- Structural firefighting coat
- Multi purpose coat
- High visibility raincoat
-High visibility vest
-Structural firefighting trousers
-Duty wear trousers
243
Question 243.
According to SOGs - Occasionally, FRNSW personnel may have to prepare a helicopter landing site.
List the points to be considered when doing this.
244
Question 244.
According to SOGs - Structure Fires in Rural Fire Districts- Where FRNSW is
requested to assist the NSW RFS at a structure fire in a rural Fire District who will be
the Incident Controller?
245
Question 245.
According to Recommended practice, list four safety precautions when using
extension ladders.
246
Question 246.
According to SOGs - When must Level 1 or Level 2 Rehabilitation be considered?
247
Question 247.
According to SOGs - What two items do FRNSW use that lays out safe working practices to manage the safety of firefighters at incidents?
248
According to SOGs - There are many aspects to ensuring safety at an incident, from
the IC implementing the correct strategy, down to the firefighters wearing the right
PPE for their assigned tasks. Incident safety can therefore be described in terms of
what three levels?
Individual – task level
Work safely to implement tactics:
* Behave in a manner that enables you to be accounted for and know who is
responsible for you (no freelancing).
* Know the current incident phase and strategy.
* Report injuries, illnesses or near misses as soon as practical through your
chain of command.
* Recognise and communicate hazards to others affected and to
commanders.
* Follow commands, control measures, and relevant safe working practices
(eg wear PPE correctly).
Commanders – tactical level
Organise and deploy resources safely to meet the IAP objectives:
* Understand and follow the IAP and other systems in place for safety (eg
supervise crew recycling).
* Identify hazards and control measures in your area of operations, and
regularly review their effectiveness through CAN reports, observations etc.
* Communicate information about hazards and control measures up, down,
and across the command structure.
* Be able to account for all resources allocated to you, and provide personnel
accountability reports (PARs) when requested.
* Appoint one or more Safety Officers if required.
Incident Commander – strategic level
Implement and maintain systems of work for safety and monitor the impact of
hazards outside of the incident:
* Choose an incident strategy based on the incident phase and critical
factors and ensure everyone remains aware of this strategy.
* Implement systems for safety, including the Incident Management System
and communications plan, and monitor their effectiveness.
* Ensure that hazards and control measures are being effectively
communicated to firefighters and others at the incident.
* Continually review safety at the incident through the command structure.
* Look beyond the task and tactical levels to impacts on safety from outside
the incident.
* Appoint one or more Safety Officers if required.
* When transferring command and terminating the incident, ensure that
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Question 249.
Describe the term Short Term Exposure Limit (STEL).
The short term exposure limit (STEL) is the maximum concentration of a substance to which a worker may be exposed for no more than 15 minutes, 4 times a day over an 8 hour day with 60 minutes between exposures.
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Question 250.
According to SOGs - What safety related worksheet is used as a method of documenting hazards or risks and control measures at an incident?
An Incident Safety Worksheet
