LQ QUEENS Flashcards
Question 7:
The priority order of shutting down a gas valve can be found in which choice?
A: Appliance valve, Interior Gas Riser valve, Individual Meter Valve, Master Meter valve, Head of Service valve, Curb Valve/Service Valve, Main valve
B: Appliance valve, Individual Meter Valve, Interior Gas Riser valve, Master Meter valve, Head of Service valve, Curb Valve/Service Valve, Main valve
C: Appliance valve, Interior Gas Riser valve, Individual Meter Valve, Head of Service valve, Master Meter valve, Curb Valve/Service Valve, Main valve
D: Individual Meter Valve, Appliance valve, Interior Gas Riser valve, Master Meter valve, Head of Service valve, Curb Valve/Service Valve, Main valve
EP Natural Gas pg 22-25 A
Question 4:
When a rowframe fire is of a multiple alarm proportion, the strategy is correctly indicated in all choices below except?
A: Set up a perimeter of lines consisting usually of heavy caliber streams in the front and the rear, with 1 ¾” lines flanking the sides of the fire and moving toward the center of the fire.
B: As hand lines reach the center of the fire, the outside lines shall be directed into the buildings in which the companies are operating.
C: Once charged handlines are in position, ceilings must be pulled to expose and extinguish the fire in the common cockloft. When possible, this should take place after the cockloft is vented from above.
D: To cut off fire that is traveling in the cockloft toward the exposures, it may be necessary to skip a building in order to get ahead of the fire.
Explanation:
B) As hand lines reach the center of the fire, the outside lines must not be directed into the buildings in which the companies are operating.
RowFrames 7.7-7.9
Question 13:
When a charged hoseline is advanced up a portable ladder, the nozzle firefighter should carry the hose in their _____ hand and the hose should be maintained on the _____ side of the ladder
A: right, left
B: right, right
C: left, right
D: left, left
D
Question 22:
Company officers are responsible for the maintenance of their units apparatus and equipment. Which of the following statements is not in accordance with FDNY regulations?
A: Company Commanders shall arrange, each Monday on the 9x6 tour, for the operation of all motors and pumps of special units stored in quarters.
B: Company Commanders shall cause a thorough monthly inspection of aerial, tower and portable ladders.
C: Engine companies shall carry not less than three lengths of 2 ½” and not less than three lengths of 1 ¾” hose (rolled or folded). Additionally, each engine company shall ensure that an extra length of 1 ¾” hose with nozzle, either rolled or folded is stored on the apparatus.
D: Ladder companies shall carry not less than three lengths of 2 ½” hose (rolled or folded) and the necessary fittings to place a line in operation including, but not limited to, appropriate hydrant wrenches, reducers, nozzles etc.
D Explanation:
B. Ladder companies shall carry not less than three lengths of 1 3/4” hose (rolled or folded) and the necessary fittings to place a line in operation including, but not limited to, appropriate hydrant wrenches, reducers, nozzles etc.
Regulations Ch 13: 13.2.8; 13.2.13; 13.2.14
Question 29:
Members of E-273 began discussing the transmission of rabies. The rabies virus is transmitted by introduction of the virus into cuts or wounds in the skin or via the mucous membranes. Any individual with an exposure (bite, scratch, or direct contact with blood or body fluids to a cut or mucous membrane) shall contact BHS when?
A: Before the end of the tour of duty
B: Within 48 hours
C: Within 24 hours
D: Within one week
Explanation:A
CFR-D Chapter 3 Addendum 2
B. 5.1
The post-exposure vaccination series should be administered as soon as possible after the exposure is confirmed. 5.2
**At risk exposures- All exposures to suspected rabid animals must be reported to the Bureau of Health Services immediately. Sec 3.2
Question 3:
Which point is least accurate regarding the handling of complaints about required smoke and carbon-monoxide detectors?
A: If a written complaint for a smoke detector is received, it shall be forwarded to Fire Prevention.
B: For a verbal complaint about a missing smoke detector, refer the person to the Department of Housing Preservation and Development by dialing “311”.
C: A complaint about a CO detector for a residential premises, shall be referred to “311”.
D: Complaints about missing CO detectors in an institutional occupancy shall be referred to “311”.
Explanation:D AUC 5, CH 2
A-ADD 5, sec. 8
B-ADD 5, sec. 8
C-ADD 6, sec. 8.1, Residential complaints refer to “311”.
D-ADD 6, sec. 8.2, Complaints for educational, or institutional occupancies refer to Field public Operations Support Unit (FPOSU).
Question 11:
Portable extension ladders require extensive maintenance in order to work properly when put into use. Select the incorrect maintenance procedure
A: Grease is normally used only for internally guided aluminum truss ladders. The grease shall be cleaned from the guiding grooves, and they shall be recoated quarterly during the year, or when the grease has dried out and is no longer an effective aid to sliding
B: On all ladders, plain candle wax or paraffin shall be applied every three months to all contacting surfaces of multiple section ladders to ensure smooth operation
C: Pulleys found on extension ladders that have a ball bearing center shall require 1 to 2 drops of oil once a year
D: Halyards on 24 and 35’ extension ladders shall be replaced when rope becomes frayed or twisted from usage
A Explanation:
Grease is normally used only for internally guided aluminum truss ladders. The grease shall be cleaned from the guiding grooves, and they shall be recoated EACH YEAR, or when the grease has dried out and is no longer an effective aid to sliding
Ladders 1 pages 25 and 26
Question 24:
A Captain lecturing his members on the application of water on energized electrical equipment at Con Ed facilities was incorrect in which statement?
A: No additives including any type of foam shall be used. Additives increase the electrical conductivity of the water.
B: Fresh or salt water may be used for applying water streams on live electrical components.
C: FDNY members shall never enter inside the Con Edison facility property line unless escorted by qualified Con Edison station personnel and with the approval by the Incident Commander.
D: Con Edison personnel shall confirm that all FDNY equipment inside the Con Edison property line is connected to the facility’s station ground grid.
B Explanation:
B) Only fresh water shall be used for applying water streams on live electrical components. Salt water shall never be used.
AUC 338 7.1-7.3, 7.6
Question 16:
Which of the following patients would be considered “potentially unstable” according to the CUPS criteria in the CFR-D bulletin?
A: Inability to move any part of the body
B: Poor general impression
C: Responsive but unable to follow commands
D: Difficulty breathing
Explanation:
CFR-D Manual Chapter 2
A. 3.1.4 CUPS Criteria
B. Unstable
C. Unstable
D. Unstable
Question 10:
In the event multiple incidents have transpired simultaneously in NYC’s under river rail system, FDNY’s “Rebreather” unit response may be greatly compromised. For extended operations into a tunnel with a distance of up to ______ from the point of entry, consider using SOC units with their supplied air cart and hose.
A: 100 feet
B: 200 feet
C: 300 feet
D: 400 feet
C
Question 15:
Safety is always a concern at all types of structural fires especially OLT fires. Select the incorrect safety concern at OLT fires
A: t is dangerous for more than one or two members to use tools at the same time in a small area, such as rooms in OLTs
B: When performing overhaul operations, all members must wear their Department issued PPE including bunker coat, bunker pants, bunker boots, helmets, protective hoods and gloves.
C: Holes in the floor are generally small and must be protected, generally by placing a door over them
D: Hanging ends of cable such as electric (BX), telephone and coaxial television shall be pushed up out of the way. Loops of cable hanging down shall be secured near the ceiling
D Explanation:
B. Recent update
D. Hanging ends of cable such as electric (BX), telephone and coaxial television shall be secured near the ceiling. Loops of cable hanging down shall pushed up out of the way
Ladders 3 sec 8
Question 22:
Two Captains discussing apparatus collisions and discipline were correct when they agreed that a Supervisory Conference between the ”unit commander” and a chief officer from the unit commander’s assigned battalion will take place when an assigned lieutenant is involved in?\
A: a second preventable collision in a 12 month period.
B: a third collision in an 18 month period.
C: a third preventable collision in an 18 month period.
D: a third collision in a 24 month period.
C Explanation:
A) A second preventable collision in a 12 month period will result in a Supervisory Conference with a chief officer from the officer’s assigned battalion (in this case, between the Lieutenant and the Chief).
B) Remember, it must be a “preventable” collision.
C) Also, a report shall be forwarded to the Chief of Operations with recommendations for reassignment of the officer for a 60 day period.
SB 3 Add 3 3.2, 3.3
Question 20:
The FDNY also has a number of engine apparatus that have a 3rd stage, designated as “3rd Stage Engines”, which have a total rated capacity of 2,000 GPM and have a maximum pressure rating of ___ psi.
A: 600
B: 700
C: 650
D: 750
Eng Ops Ch 2 sec 2.1.3
Question 2:
While discussing FDNY tactics at manhole fires during drill, Probationary Firefighter Blue made which incorrect comment?
A: During a manhole fire, avoid walking near electric manholes or service boxes.
B: When the location of manholes or service boxes are obscured, including by snow, avoid walking in the street.
C: More often than not, electric manhole covers and service boxes will be located near the center of the street.
D: Generally, when the locations of electric manholes and service boxes are unknown, it is safer to walk on the sidewalk.
C Explanation:
More often than not, electric manhole covers and service boxes will be located in or near the parking lane.
AUC 180 4.2
Question 37:
A 2 1/2” handline with a 15/16” tip and 50 psi nozzle pressure with a solid stream will have a vertical reach of ___ feet from the tip of the nozzle.
A: 75
B: 90
C: 100
D: 110
A Explanation:
A 2 1/2” handline with a 1 1/8” tip and 40 psi nozzle pressure with a solid stream will have a vertical reach of 40 feet from the tip of the nozzle.
