LT PKG EXAM #14 Flashcards
(40 cards)
Question 1:
A unit shall be placed OOS when the staffing is reduced to how many members?
A: Officer and Chauffeur
B: Officer, Chauffeur, and 1 FF on back step
C: Officer, Chauffeur, and 2 FFs on back step
D: Officer, Chauffeur, and 3 FFs on back step
Answer: A
Explanation:
Units with only an Officer and a Chauffeur shall be placed OOS. However; this unit, while still staffed with only an Officer and a chauffeur shall respond to any verbal alarms received in quarters. These members may be detailed to fill vacancies occurring during the remainder of the tour
AUC 287 sec 8.3.5
A unit staffed with an Officer and a minimum of 2 FFs (at least one of which is a chauffeur), shall respond to all alarms.
AUC 287 sec 8.3.4
Question 2:
Ladder company 300 just returned to quarters from a 2nd alarm fire in a project building. Members were faced with a punishing fire in a large storage room in the basement. The only entry to this area required the irons firefighter to force a door locked by a multi-lock. When discussing the operation afterwards, the Lieutenant made the following points regarding these locks but was incorrect in which one?
A: The lock is not necessarily centered in the door but is easily recognizable by the large plate covering the lock.
B: Four bars, one in each direction, enter the door jamb when the lock is engaged.
C: Prior to forcing entry, make sure the lock is engaged by sliding paper or cardboard under the door along the bottom.
D: To force the door, cut a triangle in the lower quadrant of the door opposite the doorknob side.
Answer: D
Explanation:
D. To force the door, cut a triangle in the lower quadrant of the door ON THE DOORKNOB SIDE.
NOTE “A”: THE DOUBLE BAR LOCK-FOX LOCK IS EASILY RECOGNIZABLE BY THE LOCATION OF THE CYLINDER IN THE CENTER OF THE DOOR.
TB Forcible Entry 1 9.1
Question 3:
All members should be familiar with the process for engaging the Engine apparatus pump in order to supply a hoseline. Of the following steps, which is listed incorrectly?
A: 1. Place the apparatus transmission in “neutral”.
B: 2. Engage the apparatus maxi-brake.
C: 3. Move the “pump shift control” to the pump position (located in the cab).
D: 4. Place the apparatus transmission in “park”.
Answer: D
Explanation:
D) 4. Place the apparatus transmission in “DRIVE”.
Eng Ch 2 Add 1 3.1.1
Question 4:
Which choice INCORRECTLY lists a building type that must be included in the CIDS program?
A: MJALT
B: REHAB
C: MEGA
D: FACTORY
Answer: D
Explanation: COMMUNICATIONS MANUAL CHAPTER 4 D IS INCORRECT – Factory is not included in the mandatory building types BOWSTRING TRUSS (BWSTRG), CFR HOLD (CFRH), MAJOR ALT (MJALT) PRE-INCIDENT GUIDELINE (PG), REHABILITATED (REHAB), MEGA HIGH RISE (MEGA) are required in the CIDS PROGRAM.
Question 5:
Members operating on the fire ground in other than their assigned unit must wear a temporary front piece to properly identify themselves in the unit they are working in that tour. The incorrect statement made in regards to the temporary front pieces can be found in which choice?
A: All Engines, Ladders, Rescues, and Squad companies will be issued 1 temporary front piece for the company officer
B: All Engines, Ladders, Rescues, and Squad companies will be issued 2 temporary front pieces for the firefighters
C: At the completion of the tour, temporary front pieces are to be returned to the HW
D: An 11”X17” sign, which reminds detailed members to return the front pieces shall be placed in an area, clearly visible to all members leaving quarters
Answer: B
Explanation:
All Engines, Ladders, Rescues, and Squad companies will be issued 3 temporary front pieces for the firefighters
Lost front pieces shall be the subject of a lost property report (FS-112) and forwarded through regular channels. Any member finding a temporary front piece shall place it in the department bag for delivery to proper unit
AUC 299
Question 6:
Which description of natural gas system infrastructure is correct?
A: Gate station facilities have remote monitoring by the Utility Companies Gas Control Centers but generally have no on-site personnel.
B: Natural gas is piped to customers along distribution mains which are high pressure only.
C: High pressure distribution mains are made of steel only.
D: Medium and low pressure distribution mains are made of steel, plastic or, if newer, cast iron.
Answer: A
Explanation:
B. Natural gas is piped to customers along distribution mains which are HIGH, MEDIUM OR LOW PRESSURE.
C. High pressure distribution mains are made of STEEL OR PLASTIC.
D. Medium and low pressure distribution mains are made of steel, plastic or, IF OLDER, CAST IRON.
CAST IRON IS CURRENTLY BEING REPLACED BECAUSE THEY ARE PRONE TO LEAK AT JOINTS AND BECAUSE CAST IRON IS BRITTLE WITH LOW TENSILE STRENGTH WHICH RESULTS IN FAILURES.
- SECTION 4.3 WAS UPDATED IN 8/2021*
- THIS WAS A VERY DIFFICULT SEPERATOR QUESTION, BUT ONE VERY SIMILAR WAS ASKED ON THE 2019 BC EXAM*
Natural Gas 4.1, 4.3
Question 7:
In cold weather, members should keep the hydraulic systems of aerial ladders operating intermittently to prevent sluggishness/freezing and return the ladder to the bed as soon as possible to prevent icing. If the aerial ladder becomes coated with ice, the ice should be removed in what order?
A: First free the trussing, then the main beams, and then the rungs and ladder rung locks.
B: First free the trussing, then the rungs and ladder rung locks, and then the main beams.
C: First free the main beams, then the rungs and ladder rung locks, and then the trussing.
D: First free the rungs and ladder rung locks, then trussing and then the main beams.
Answer: D
Explanation: Acronym: Roof FFs Like The Beams Rungs Locks Trussing Beams Lad 2 8.19
Question 8:
Operations mandates that training roll calls be conducted to keep members well versed in emergency roll call procedures. Which choice is CORRECT regarding when these roll calls are conducted?
**1 – Monthly
**2 – Quarterly (January, April, July, October)
**3 – Semi-Annually (January & July)
**4 – Whenever the incident commander feels it’s warranted.
A: 1 & 4 Only
B: 2 & 4 Only
C: 3 & 4 Only
D: 4 Only
Answer: B
Explanation:
COMMUNICATIONS MANUAL – CHAPTER 9 ADDENDUM 2 – ROLL CALL PROCEDURES
B IS CORRECT – Quarterly & Incident Commanders are encouraged to conduct training emergency roll calls whenever they feel it’s warranted 1.3
Question 9:
The most correct procedure for the “Security of Quarters,” can be found in which choice?
A: All Doors and windows shall be kept open at all times since this is considered a public building.
B: If a contractor is working in quarters and the unit gets a run, the contractor must leave immediately
C: When the company is leaving quarters, entrance and apparatus doors are to be closed and locked by any member on the back step
D: To gain access to another unit’s quarters upon relocation that has a combination lock, the officer shall look at the response ticket for the combination. In case of no response ticket, the officer shall contact the dispatcher by the use of a nearby ERS Box
Answer: D
Explanation:
A- Doors and windows that are easily accessible from the street, yard, court or adjoining roof should be kept locked when not in use
B- If there is a contractor in quarters, and the doors and windows can be locked or secured, the officer on duty shall notify the contractor that the contractor will be held accountable while his personnel are working in quarters during the absence of the unit
C- The assigned member
AUC 300 sec 2
Question 10:
Members operating at a steam high energy line break inside a building should be aware that which tactic below is incorrect regarding the shutting of steam valves?
A: In an emergency, members may shut the Inside Service Valve prior to the arrival of Con Ed personnel.
B: Once a steam valve is shut, do not reopen it.
C: Con Ed must be notified if any valve is shut.
D: There is a building steam shutoff located outside the building. FDNY members shall only shut this valve under the direct supervision of Con Ed personnel.
Answer: D
Explanation:
D. There is a building steam shutoff located outside the building. FDNY members SHOULD NOT ATTEMPT TO SHUT THIS VALVE. THIS VALVE SHOULD ONLY BE SHUT BY CON EDISON STEAM PERSONNEL.
NOTE “A”: IF POSSIBLE, WAIT FOR CON ED TO SHUT THE NECESSARY VALVES.
Steam 4.4
Question 11:
The Digital In-Line Gauge requires proper maintenance to function correctly. Of the following choices, which is incorrect?
A: A fully charged battery will supply approximately 5 hours of continuous operation.
B: After 3½ hours of usage, the digital display will slowly flash “LO batt”.
C: When 100 minutes of battery life remains, “LO batt” will flash rapidly. Immediately replace the battery if this occurs.
D: Units are issued 4 batteries; one is used in the gauge, one is carried in the clear battery pouch of the carrying case, and 2 are placed in the charging unit at quarters.
Answer: C
Explanation:
C) When 10 MINUTES of battery life remains, “LO batt” will flash rapidly. Immediately replace the battery if this occurs.
Note: To test the battery, press the “Battery” button. A battery in serviceable condition will display as “Batt Good”.
D Note: Batteries on the charger should be rotated WEEKLY and switched with the batteries in the gauge and the carrying case.
Eng Ch 3 6.1.7
Question 12:
The Transmit/Receive LED display on the HT can serve as a warning that a member’s battery is running low. Which of the of the following choices CORRECTLY indicates this condition?
A: Blinking Amber display
B: Blinking Red display (While not transmitting)
C: Blinking Red display (While transmitting)
D: Solid Red Display
Answer: C
Explanation:
COMMUNICATIONS MANUAL – SEPARATOR? – CHAPTER 11 – UTILIZATION OF HT
C IS CORRECT – 2.2.5E – Blinking Red Display while transmitting indicates HT is transmitting at low battery condition.
A – HT is receiving a secured transmission
B – HT is in Emergency Mode
D – HT is transmitting
Question 13:
Members must not remove a fallen tree from a vehicle unless to provide certain actions. Choose the incorrect action
A: Perform a rescue
B: Administer first aid
C: Establish an emergency lane
D: Overhead electrical wires are entangled in the fallen tree and a rescue is needed
Answer: D
Explanation:
No cutting or moving is to be attempted until the utility company certifies that power has been removed and wires have been disengaged from the trees
AUC 301 sec 3.4 and 5.6
Question 14:
Prior to the arrival of the FAST truck, when only one 5 FF ladder company and one engine company are on scene, who makes up the safety team?
A: LCC & Backup
B: LCC & Control
C: OV & Backup
D: OV & Control
Answer: B
Explanation:
THIS IS REGARDLESS OF WHETHER IT’S A 5 FF LADDER OR 4 FF LADDER
Managing Members in Distress Ch 1 2.1
Question 15:
During company drill on H-type fires, a number of comments were made. In which choice below was the comment incorrect?
A: A fire escape in the throat often spans the firewall and indicates one apartment in the throat.
B: One apartment in the throat may span firewall with no fire escape and have two interior exits, one to the stairway in one wing and the other to the adjacent wing. Usually, one door is nailed shut or obstructed by furniture so as not to be openable.
C: Some buildings have been found to have a fire partition in the throat which does not extend completely to the rear wall. When a fire partition is found, it must be checked to be sure it is carried to the front and rear fire walls.
D: Ceiling beams are not always laid in the conventional manner (across the width of the wings). Some may be laid lengthwise, depending on the iron framework.
Answer: A
Explanation:
A) A fire escape in the throat often spans the firewall and indicates TWO separate apartments in the throat.
B Note: A search of this apartment must be thorough.
MD Ch 1 4.10.3, 4.11.3-4.11.5
Question 16:
There are several times associated with the features of the HT. Which of the times in the choices below is CORRECT?
A: To activate the High Visibility LED light on the remote microphone, press and hold the light for 2 seconds
B: To reset the Emergency Alert button, press and hold for approximately 1 second.
C: To avoid the instance of a stuck button, transmissions must be completed within 26 seconds.
D: Activation of the EAB will cause impolite and polite alerts on the radio. Approximately 10 seconds after the impolite alert, a polite alert is sent.
Answer: A
Explanation:
COMMUNICATIONS MANUAL – CHAPTER 11 – UTILIZATION OF THE HT
A IS CORRECT – 2.5 F & FIGURE 9 PG 11-10
B – Emergency alert may be reset by depressing and holding EAB for 2 seconds or by turning HT off and then turning back on. 3.5.1.1
C – 30 seconds – radio will emit a warning tone at 26 seconds. 3.3
D – Approximately 8 seconds after the impolite transmission, the polite alert is set. 3.5.1.1
Question 17:
AUC 310 lists several examples of prohibited conduct when it comes to wearing Bunker Gear in and outside quarters. Choose the incorrect example.
A: Bunker gear shall be stored in designated areas only, including personal lockers
B: Bunker gear cannot be worn in the kitchen while filling out the proby notebook
C: Bunker gear cannot be worn while repacking the LSR in the bunk room
D: Bunker gear cannot be worn while conducting a drill in the gym located in the basement
E: Bunker gear cannot be worn in supermarkets, hospitals, and other public spaces
Answer: A
Explanation: Bunker gear shall not be stored in personal lockers In order to reduce the possibility of bringing fireground contaminants or bloodborne pathogens into living areas of the firehouse, the FDNY strictly prohibits members from wearing or bringing their bunker gear into such areas......"Living Areas" include: - Kitchens - Sitting Rooms - TV Rooms - HW areas - Bunk Rooms - Gym Areas AUC 310 add 3 sec 1.2 and 2
Question 18:
A Lieutenant is covering a day tour in Ladder 199 when a firefighter knocks on the office door and informs the officer that the red infectious waste bags were not picked up for disposal when they were scheduled to be. The officer would be most correct to call whom?
A: The Battalion
B: The Division
C: Tech Services
D: Resource Center
Answer: D
Explanation:
CFR Ch 3 12.16.3
Question 19:
The senior officer of Engine 100 was instructing the probationary firefighter on the types of hose required to be carried on the Engine apparatus. Of the following choices, which is incorrectly described?
A: 1 length of 2” lightweight hose (green with a red stripe) maintained as a roll-up and kept with the 2” nozzle and 1” MST attached.
B: 3 lengths of 2 ½” lightweight hose (white with a red stripe) maintained as roll-ups. One of these lengths must be kept with the 2 ½” nozzle and 1 1/8” MST attached. For companies staffed with 5 firefighters, 1 additional length of 2 ½” lightweight hose must be carried, maintained as a roll-up.
C: At least 4 lengths of 1 ¾” hose shall be carried, rolled or arranged in a roll-up, for use as an additional length in a hose stretch. One of these 1 ¾” hose lengths should be maintained with a nozzle attached.
D: One length of 1 ¾” hose to be used as a “booster line” for outside fires, such as rubbish fires or car fires. This hose should be maintained with a fog nozzle attached.
Answer: D
Explanation:
D) TWO lengths of 1 ¾” hose to be used as a “booster line” for outside fires, such as rubbish fires or car fires. This hose should be maintained with a fog nozzle attached to one length.
D Note: In an emergency, it can also be used to apply water from the exterior of the fire building. It should be maintained pre-connected to a discharge outlet. It MAY also be maintained pre-connected to a gated wye attached to a discharge outlet. This hose may be maintained either rolled or folded. Generally, it is stored on the front bumper of the apparatus.
Eng Ch 2 9.3, 12.1
Question 20:
Which terminology used during the following Mayday or Urgent transmissions is INCORRECT?
A: Officer from Ladder 171 discovers a member suffering a life-threatening injury and after contacting command transmits, “Mayday, Injured Member”.
B: Roof firefighter from Ladder 177 discovers conditions that indicate the danger of collapse and after contacting command transmits “Mayday, Collapsed Feared”.
C: Forcible Entry firefighter from Ladder 178 discovers a down missing member and after contacting command transmits, “Mayday, Missing Member Located”.
D: Chauffeur from Engine 256 discovers he has a dead hydrant and after contacting command transmits, “Urgent, 10-70”.
Answer: B
Explanation:
COMMUNICATIONS MANUAL – CHAPTER 9 – UNIT COMMUNICATIONS
B IS INCORRECT – “Collapse Feared” is an URGENT Transmission under Danger of Collapse. 9.4.2D
A – 9.4.1C
C – 9.4.1D
D – 9.4.2B
Question 21:
Fires involving lithium-ion batteries have been increasing at an alarming rate and have resulted in fatalities. Even when the initial cause of a fire was not the lithium-ion device, the involvement of lithium-ion batteries in a fire can increase the intensity of the fire. Choose the incorrect statement made in reference to lithium-ion batteries.
A: Lithium-ion batteries may rupture and vent toxic gases when subjected to hot or cold temperatures
B: Lithium-ion batteries may rupture and vent toxic gases while drying out after being wet
C: Dry Chemical is ineffective for any type of lithium-ion related extinguishment
D: Due to the lithium-ion battery heat signature before rupturing, the Thermal Imaging Camera is an excellent tool in detecting “thermal runaway” in order for FFs to remove batteries to a remote area before rupturing
Answer: D
Explanation:
Thermal Imaging Camera shall NOT be relied upon to determine if a Lithium-ion battery pack or cell is compromised
Haz-Mat 20 sec 4.1 and 4.3.3
Question 22:
On the EV 6000 thermal imaging camera, when colors yellow through red appear in more than _______ % of the display, it will shift into ______ sensitivity mode.
A: 15; high
B: 15; low
C: 32; low
D: 32; high
Answer: C
Explanation:
THIS NUMBER CHANGED WITH THE EV 6000 CAMERA. ALSO, BE AWARE WHEN IN “LOW” HEAT MODE THE CAMERA IS IN “HIGH” SENSITIVITY MODE. WHEN IN “HIGH” HEAT MODE THE CAMERA IS IN “LOW” SENSITIVITY MODE.
BE CAREFUL WITH THIS TERMINOLOGY
TB Tools 27 Data Sheet 1 3.4.7, 3.4.8
Question 23:
For the first arriving Tower Ladder at a fire in a Brownstone building, what is the appropriate order of preference for the Roof FF to access the roof?
A: 1. The 1st arriving aerial ladder; 2. The 2nd arriving aerial ladder; 3. The adjoining building.
B: 1. The 1st arriving aerial ladder; 2. The rear fire escape. 3. The 2nd arriving aerial ladder.
C: 1. The basket; 2. The 2nd arriving aerial ladder; 3. The adjoining building.
D: 1. The basket; 2. The 2nd arriving aerial ladder; 3. The rear fire escape.
Answer: C
Explanation:
Note: A visible life hazard will negate the initial use of the TL basket for roof access.
Note: Most brownstones…do not have fire escapes.
BS/RF 2.2.7, 2.8
Question 24:
There are times when members of a Tower Ladder may be working during extreme cold or icy conditions. Of the following choices, which is incorrect?
A: Use rock salt or speedy-dry on icy surfaces under and around jack and outrigger pads to prevent slipping.
B: During operations in freezing weather, frequent boom repositioning will prevent ice buildup. However, if operations are to remain stationary, the boom should be periodically extended and retracted to prevent ice buildup.
C: During extreme cold weather the Tower Ladder officer should facilitate periodic relief of members in the bucket to prevent overexposure to the elements.
D: During winter storms, a cable or chain attached to a Tower Ladder may assist in vehicle/apparatus/ambulance recovery.
Answer: D
Explanation:
D) During winter storms, the VEHICLE RECOVERY STRAP attached to a Tower Ladder may assist in vehicle/apparatus/ambulance recovery.
Notes: Units engaged in outside operations shall keep the apparatus engines running to prevent congealing of diesel oil.
During extended operations, consider placing all pressurized water extinguishers in the crew cab.
During periods of heavy snow accumulation, Tower Ladder units should be guided by the following:
When conditions warrant, Department-issued snow chains shall be mounted on all four outer drive-wheel tires.
Prior to setting jacks/outriggers on surfaces, clear snow to verify stabilizers are not being lowered onto manholes/vaults.
TL Ch 5 6
