LAFD Quiz 29 Flashcards

1
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According the Book 83 “Fire Investigation” Chapter V which one of the following would not be considered a sign of a slow smoldering fire?
A) Uniform overhead damage.
B) A wide angle “V” pattern.
C) Heavy alligatoring and shiny, smooth blisters on exposed wood surfaces.
D) Large cracks and heavy smoke damage on glass.

A

C) Heavy alligatoring and shiny, smooth blisters on exposed wood surfaces.

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2
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According to Book 83 “Fire Investigation” Chapter V, Cigarettes require good
insulation in order to cause flaming combustion with an average incubation or
smoldering time of about ________ hours/minutes.
A) 1-1/2 Hours
B) 30-60 minutes
C) 2-3 Hours
D) 5 hours

A

A) 1-1/2 Hours

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According to Book 83 “Fire Investigation” Chapter VI, When called to the scene of a fire, the Incident Commander’s first responsibility after suppression is?
A) Secure the scene
B) Establish demobilization procedures.
C) Determine the cause and origin of the fire.
D) Preserve evidence and conduct witness interrogations.

A

C) Determine the cause and origin of the fire.

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According to Training Bulleting #11 “Pressurized Dry Chemical Extinguishers” which of the following statements is incorrect concerning Dry Chemical
Extinguishers.
A ) Dry Chemical is non-toxic
B ) Causes rapid breakdown and collapse of foam blankets when used in conjunction with Mechanical foams.
C) Dry Chemical can be used to nuetralize acid spills.
D) All of the above are correct statements

A

D) All of the above are correct statements

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5
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According to Book 29 “Truck Operations” Chapter 10 “Water Utilities”, Pressure
Reducing Valves are normally used in domestic service to reduce high pressure
to an acceptable level inside structures. Of the following choices which one most
accurately indicates the common water pressures found inside dwelling
structures.
A) 30—40 psi
B) 40—80 psi
C) 60—100 psi
D) 20—40 psi

A

B) 40—80 psi

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According to Book 29 “Truck Operations” Chapter 10 Water Utilities, when notifying OCD of a sheared hydrant, which of the following statements would not
need to be included in that notification.
A) Fire Hydrant location.
B) State if the Fire Hydrant has been shut off.
C) The number of valves operated.
D) The type of Hydrant (double or single).

A

D) The type of Hydrant (double or single).

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7
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According to Volume II Pesonnel Procedures/Uniforms 3/7-15.15 “Chief Officer’s and Captain’s summer dress uniform” the time frame for wearing the summer
dress uniform shall coincide with?
A) Fiscal year, July 1st
B) Daylight Savings time
C) Memorial Day
D) The end of the first pay period in the month of June.

A

B) Daylight Savings time

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According to Volume II Pesonnel Procedures/Uniforms, 3/7-35.13 “Nightwear”, Nightwear attire may be worn outside of quarters after \_\_\_\_\_\_ hours or on responses when donning of the prescribed uniform would be impractical.
A) 1800
B) 2000
C) 2100
D) 2200
A

B) 2000

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9
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Acording to Training Bulletin 11, the dry chemical extinguisher has an effective range of approximately \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ feet. To prevent splashing when using depth of flammable liquid, care should be taken to direct the initial discharge from a distance not closer than \_\_\_\_\_\_ feet.
A) 15-20, 6-8
B) 15-20, 8-10
C) 20-25, 6-8
D) 20-25, 8-10
A

A) 15-20, 6-8

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10
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According to Truck Operations Manual( Book 29), Gas Utilities: a metal washer on the stopcock valve indicates:
A) That the service line plastic.
B) That the service line is a plastic pipe inserted inside an older metal pipe
C) That the service line is a branch.
D) That the service branch is a metal pipe.

A

B) That the service line is a plastic pipe inserted inside an older metal pipe

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11
Q

According to the FIRE INVESTIGATION MANUAL(Book 83) , Which of the following forms is a public document and is available to the general public
approximately five working days after the incident:
A) F-260
B) F-290
C) F902
D) F-95

A

C) F902

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12
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According to the Los Angeles Fire Code (Book57) – Division 51.08 the storage of hazardous plastics shall conform to the following:
Maximum of 50 pounds may be stored in the open in approved containers complying with specifications of :
A) L.A.F.D. Standard No. 17
B) L.A.F.D. Standard No. 26
C) L.A.F.D. Standard No. 35
D) L.A.F.D. Standard No. 44

A

B) L.A.F.D. Standard No. 26

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13
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According to Book 29 – “Building Construction” building codes were modified to require the following retroactive correction on existing buildings masonry
construction:
• A four to six inch concrete bond-beam cap to be laid on top of lowered parapet walls along public ways and exits.
• Parapet walls should not be higher than 16 inches including the bondbeam cap, and most importantly;
• Exterior walls drilled at the roof rafter level and a steel anchor bar/rod installed every four feet and attached to the existing roof rafter.
These Requirements best describe:
A) Pre 1933
B) Post 1933
C) Post 1959
D) Post 1971

A

C) Post 1959

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14
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According to the Los Angeles Fire Code, SEC 57.57.06, STORAGE AREA PROHIBITIONS: Storage on roofs is prohibited, the exception is…..
A) Buildings which have been specifically planned and constructed in accordance with Chapter 9 of the L.A.M.C. (Building Code) to utilize roof areas for such purposes.
B) Division 5 has been approved
C) NO EXCEPTIONS
D) Roofs made of light weight concrete construction built after 1971

A

A) Buildings which have been specifically planned and constructed in accordance with Chapter 9 of the L.A.M.C. (Building Code) to utilize roof areas for such purposes.

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15
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According to Training Bulletin 20 – Fuel Conservation: For every 2 pounds of pressure under the recommended tire pressure you lose approximately what
percent in fuel economy:
A) 1 %
B) 2 %
C) 3 %
C) 4 %
A

A) 1 %

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16
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According to Training Bulletin 118 – LIFEPAK 12 Defibrillator: Capnography is the device that can determine:
A) Return of Spontaneous Circulation (ROSC).
B) If the endotracheal tube (ETT) has been placed successfully.
C) If adequate CPR compressions are being performed.
D) All of the above.

A

D) All of the above.

17
Q
According to Volume 2 – PERSONNEL PROCEDURES 3/1-01.80 Name the following form: REPORT OF INFORMAL GRIEVANCE DICUSSION
A) F-226
B) F-226A
C) F-226B
D) F-226C
A

B) F-226A

18
Q

According to Volume 2 – PERSONNEL PROCEDURES 3/1-01.50 Reasonable access to employee work locations during working hours shall
be granted to officers and representatives of officially approved organizations to discuss employee relations matters with concerned employees. Such employee organization officers and representatives shall
not enter an employee work location without the consent of the _________ .
A) Immediate supervisor
B) Battalion Commander
C) Bureau Commander
D) Fire Chief

A

A) Immediate supervisor

19
Q

According to Training Bulletin 118 – LIFEPAK 12 Defibrillator The six precordial chest lead electrodes are placed on specific locations.The proper placement is important for accurate diagnosis. Locating the V1 position (_____________________) is critically important because it is the reference point for locating the placement of the remaining V leads. Which of the following best describes its proper placement:
A) Corresponding intercostals space to the left of the sternum.
B) Fourth intercostal space
C) The fifth intercostal space, at the mid-clavicular line.
D) The horizontally level with V4, at the left anterior axillary line.

A

B) Fourth intercostal space

20
Q

According to Volume 2- PERSONNEL PROCEDURES: Ref-3/1-96.01D,C As the members Commanding Officer, you have placed a member on temporary
restriction from physical fitness. A letterhead report shall be forwarded to __________stating the reasons for the restriction.
A) BATTALION COMMANDER
B) DIVISION COMMANDER
C) BUREAU COMMANDER
D) OPERATIONS COMMANDER

A

D) OPERATIONS COMMANDER

21
Q
According to Volume 2-PERSONNEL PROCEDURES: Ref-3/1-98.16 C, the maximum reimbursment for watches destroyed in the performance of required duties is…
A) $75
B) $50
C) $100
D) Watches are not covered by the City
A

B) $50

22
Q

According to Volume 2 PERSONNEL PROCEDURES/MEDICAL 3/5-25.01
Platoon duty personnel shall arrange to donate blood at a time which will permit___ hours to elapse before returning to duty.
A) 12
B) 24
C) 36
D) 48

A

B) 24

23
Q
According to Volume 2 ROUTINE OPERATIONS/GENERAL 4/1-01.88, when contributions are collected an F-225 listing all of the pertinent information shall be prepared and forwarded to…….
A) The Battalion Office
B) The Community Liaison Office
C) The Public Information Officer
D) The Administrative Office
A

D) The Administrative Office