Opetations Bulletins Flashcards
(133 cards)
1
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FF OPS BULL 1:
Apparatus shall be positioned at least ___ from the involved vehicle.
A
100 feet
2
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FF OPS BULL 1:
Members shall place their SCBA in-service prior to approaching an involved vehicle, a minimum of ____ away.
A
25 feet
3
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FF OPS BULL 1:
At least one wheel of _____ shall be chocked as soon as it is safe to do so.
A
the involved vehicle
4
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FF OPS BULL 1:
Involved vehicles should be approached from the end opposite the fuel tank, and from a____ angle whenever possible.
A
45-degree
5
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FF OPS BULL 1:
A minimum of ____ 1-1/2” hose line will be utilized on vehicle fires
A
one
6
Q
FF OPS BULL 1:
A second 1-1/2” hose line should be placed in service ______.
A
as a back-up line and/or
cool fuel storage areas when necessary.
7
Q
FF OPS BULL 1:
The first line should be used to extinguish fire ____.
A
in the passenger compartment.
8
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FF OPS BULL 1:
The truck company officer shall serve _____.
A
as the safety officer.
9
Q
FF OPS BULL 2:
E85 fuel, an alternative fuel composed of ____ percent ethanol and ____ percent gasoline.
A
85% ethanol
15% gasoline
10
Q
FF OPS BULL 2:
E85 is designed for use in ______.
A
flexible fuel vehicles, referred to as “FFVs.”
11
Q
FF OPS BULL 2:
E85 is highly flammable, and will be easily ignited by ____
A
by heat, sparks or flames.
12
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FF OPS BULL 2:
As an immediate precautionary measure, isolate spill or leak area for at least ___ meters (___ feet) in all directions.
A
50 meters (150 feet)
13
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FF OPS BULL 2:
For a large spill, consider downwind evacuation for at least ____ meters (____ feet).
A
300 meters (1,000 feet)
14
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FF OPS BULL 2:
If tank, rail car or tank truck is involved in a fire, ISOLATE for ___ meters (___ mile) in all directions; also consider the evacuation
A
800 meters (1/2 miles)
15
Q
FF OPS BULL 2:
In case of contact with substance, immediately flush skin or eyes with running water for at least ____ minutes; wash skin with soap and water
A
20 minutes
16
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FF OPS BULL 3:
The buses in the Metro fleet contain ___ CNG tanks
A
7
17
Q
FF OPS BULL 3:
CNG tanks that operate at ___ PSI. The range
of the pressure can vary depending the ambient temperature, from ___ PSI (cold) to
___ PSI (warm).
A
Operate at 3600psi
3400 psi cold
4000 psi warm
18
Q
FF OPS BULL 3:
Each CNG tank is __” long and __” in diameter and weighs ___lbs.
A
120” long
15.9” in diameter
269 lbs
19
Q
FF OPS BULL 3:
There are ___ PRD’s (pressure relief devices) located in the roof area.
A
8
20
Q
FF OPS BULL 3:
Pressure Relief Devices/Sensors will activate at ___ PSI or when the tank is heated to ___ degrees (f).
A
5400 psi
220°F
21
Q
FF OPS BULL 3:
There are 4 methane sensors located on the bus.where are they located?
A
2 are in the tank compartment and
2 are located in the engine compartment.
22
Q
FF OPS BULL 3:
The 4 methane sensors alert the driver to leaks in 2 modes: _____. If a “____” alert is activated the engine will shut down.
A
“trace” and “significant”
significant
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Q
FF OPS BULL 3:
Low-pressure leaks will first be noticed by their ___.
High pressure leaks will be noticed
the ___.
A
Low- pressure leak noticed by odor.
High- pressure leak noticed by sound.
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Q
FF OPS BULL 3:
CNG has a flash point of 560 degrees (f).
For minor leaks remove ignition sources
___ feet and ____ for major leaks.
A
Minor leaks 100 feet
Major leaks 300 feet
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FF OPS BULL 4:
High Ladder Removal Kit- A bag containing ___ feet of ½” static kernmantle rope
.
100’ feet
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FF OPS BULL 4:
The high ladder kit can be utilized on ___ ladder.
any
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FF OPS BULL 4:
High Ladder Removal Kit- A bag containing 100’ of ½” static kernmantle rope, a rope log, and a 2:1 mechanical advantage system. (2 swivel pulleys, 1 large ____ carabiner and
1 small ____carabiner, and a prusik)
1 large “rescue” carabiner
1 small “high point” carabiner
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FF OPS BULL 5: The greatest danger after a helicopter crash is ___.
fire
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FF OPS BULL 5: All onlookers should
be kept a minimum of ____ feet from the crash scene.
1500 feet
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FF OPS BULL 5: Most aircraft carry only enough fuel for their particular mission plus a slight reserve. Members should expect a potential ___ of fuel on board the aircraft at any crash scene.
100 gallons
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FF OPS BULL 5: As a rule of thumb, the safest area of a crash is _____.
inside the helicopter.
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FF OPS BULL 5: If the landing area will involve a street or thoroughfare it is important to stop all traffic in both directions ___feet from the landing site. The lead cars in each direction should _____.
150
turn off vehicle lights
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FF OPS BULL 5: If the landing zone is in a field or park, a minimum diameter of ___ is preferred
100 feet
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FF OPS BULL 5:
Always approach a helicopter from the direction in which the pilot ______.
Do not approach until eye contact is made and the pilot gives you a signal to approach. Consider rotor dip, uneven terrain and slope when approaching the aircraft. Never approach from the _____ of the aircraft or cross under the tail rotor. Always leave by the ________.
-can see you.
-rear
-same route that you approached, either front or side.
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FF OPS BULL 5:
The flammable material and fire accelerating material carried in these aircraft is a major concern to members on the scene. 6 Material that may cause a fire or explosion danger includes:
gasoline
jet fuel
oxygen
oils
hydraulic fluid
grease.
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FF OPS BULL 6: Rope Assisted Search Procedure (RASP) can be utilized by search teams when it is necessary to search ____.
—large open areas, or
—in situations where the lay-out or interior configuration of the building are such that ordinary search techniques are not sufficient to ensure an adequate search.
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FF OPS BULL 6:
Retractable Tether - Retractable __ of 6mm Kevlar over polyester rope, carried in a
flame-resistant pouch. The search kit will contain ___ personal ropes.
20’ feet.
four (4)
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FF OPS BULL 6: Primary Search Line - ___ of 9.5mm Kevlar over polyester rope carried in a square- shaped rope bag. Rings are positioned in the rope at ___ foot intervals
200’ feet
Twenty (20) foot
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FF OPS BULL 6: Rings are positioned in the rope at twenty (20) foot intervals. There are also knots to determine ____.
the length of rope deployed
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FF OPS BULL 6: The knot/ring set-up will also help establish the direction of travel.
When exiting the search area, ____.
When entering, ___.
When exiting: knot(s) come before the ring.
When entering: ring before knot(s).
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FF OPS BULL 6: The end of the Primary Search Line will be secured to a substantial object outside of the hazard area between ___height (___feet off ground)
knee and waist high (2-3 feet off ground)
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FF OPS BULL 6: The search team will consist of ___ members
5 (five)
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FF OPS BULL 6:
Once inside the search area members will scan with the TIC. This scan should be six-sided ____.
1-in front,
2-left side
3-right side
4-up
5-down
6-behind
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FF OPS BULL 6: The search team will consist of five members. Any_____, can fill the positions of a search team and utilize the RASP.
Truck Company or Rescue Squad
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FF OPS BULL 7: the TIC operates based on an
object’s temperature- the cooler the object’s
surface, the ____ the image on the TIC screen;
the warmer the surface area, the __ the image on the TIC screen.
darker
whiter
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FF OPS BULL 7: On the TIC, cooler temperatures are ___, warmer are ___ and, as temperatures increase,images are shown in ____.
Blue
White
Yellow and Red
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FF OPS BULL 7:
The TIC will automatically operate between what’s called LOW and HIGH sensitivity modes.
The ____ sensitivity mode operates up to approximately 300°F.
When temperatures rise above 300°F, the TIC will automatically switch to the ___ sensitivity mode, allowing a better image to be produced.
HIGH
LOW
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FF OPS BULL 7: Often the LOW sensitivity mode will have some sort of indicator alerting the operator of the mode of operation the unit is in, such as an “___” on the screen.
L
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FF OPS BULL 7: You may see RED utilized in the high sensitivity mode around 290°F, starting with lighter shades to darker shades. When the TIC changes to the Low sensitivity mode, you may not see Red until the Temperatures reach ____.
900°F
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FF OPS BULL 7:
The TIC’s image may freeze on screen at times. This function of the TIC is known as _____ and it is the TIC refreshing the focal plane in order to operate properly. This function is normal. Some TIC’s will do this more often than others, especially in the LOW sensitivity mode.
“shuttering”
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FF OPS BULL7:
A disadvantage of TIC is it
does ____ transmit through glass.
The user’s image will be ______.
Not transmit through glass
The users image will be Reflected off glass.
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FF OPS BULL 8: “Smart key” system where the key does not need to be in the ignition ,only within ____ of the vehicle to energize all systems.
10-15 feet
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FF OPS BULL 8:To ensure the safety of all emergency workers at the scene of the accident , the following procedures should be performed on all vehicles:
1- turn off ignition and remove key from vehicle
2- turn ON emergency flashers
3- Disconnect or cut 12 volt battery cables.
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FF OPS BULL 9: A fire watch is a short-term, emergency measure to provide an acceptable level of life safety in an unsafe or hazardous condition(s) existing in a building(s) or structure(s).
A fire watch is a compensatory measure only.
It is intended to allow continued occupancy of a building or facility that may not be safe to be occupied during the time period (___)required for implementing appropriate changes or repairs.
4 hours
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FF OPS BULL 9: If a fire watch cannot be implemented within _____ or the problem mitigated, it will be the responsibility of the Fire Marshal's Office representative to remain on the scene and institute a call back for Fire Prevention personnel to institute a fire watch.
one hour (60 minutes)
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FF OPS BULL 9: It is the ____ responsibility to request the "fire watch" be discontinued once the fire protection system has been fully restored or the hazardous situation has been abated
owner's
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FF OPS BULL 10:Emergencies involving electrical utility service shall be classified into ____ categories, according to the degree of hazard.
3 :
priority 1,2,3
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FF OPS BULL 10: Priority ____ incidents would include anything considered life threatening, including:
**One:**
• Any vehicle accident in which a rescue cannot be safely initiated because of downed
power line;
• Any electrical problem that has a potential to be life threatening;
• Any structure fire that has an electrical problem that prohibits a rescue or fire suppression
and cannot be controlled by shutting off the structure’s main electrical switch to interrupt
electric service.
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FF OPS BULL 10: Priority ___ Prohibits Resolution and Could Escalate If Not Controlled; incidents include:
**Two:**
• Any electrical problem in a structure that prohibits “fire overhaul” because the main electrical switch cannot be controlled to interrupt power to that location.
• Any vehicle accident that has a downed power line or power pole, but does not hinder rescue
or emergency care.
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FF OPS BULL 10: Priority ___: Investigations; incidents include:
**Three:**
Power outages because of blown fuses,
tripped transformer,
tree limbs on wires or
loose guy wire.
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FF OPS BULL 10: When a wire is arcing along its length or in the trees, there is a possibility that the wire may fall and ignite a building or other object. If such a condition exists, at least ____ shall remain at the scene until the arrival of a responsible repair crew.
one (1) engine company
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FF OPS BULL 10: General Information That Will Assist Pepco Operations Center :
• The 10 digit number assigned to the pole closest to the equipment involved or house meter number;
• Street address and development, including cross streets, intersections, roads of landmarks;
• Law enforcement assistance for response through traffic.
• Best route for vehicle to access the scene (any road blocks, traffic conditions);
• Established perimeter;
• Any necessary evacuations.
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FF OPS BULL 11:
Water Supply Engine (WSE) is an
engine with a supply of LDH hose staffed with a minimum of a Driver
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FF OPS BULL 11:
Water Supply Engine Company (WSEC) - a WSE
a WSE in tandem with shared house Engine Company
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FF OPS BULL 11:
Water Supply Task Force is
(3) Water Supply Engine Companies and a Battalion Fire Chief
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FF OPS BULL 11: The Water Supply Task Force will be dispatched on all 2nd Alarm incidents or when specifically requested by the Incident Command. And shall stage___ blocks away to allow access to the 3rd and 4th due Engine Company’s position, or the Engines on the outskirt of the incident. Doing so will allow greater flexibility to supply the incident while at the same time not becoming trapped within the incident.
2 blocks away
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FF OPS BULL 11:When positioning apparatus, utilize the right side Steamer intake with LDH connected to the steamer connection on the hydrant, and the front and rear intakes of the apparatus connected to the 2-1/2 ” hydrant connections, utilizing in-line gate valves and LDH. This is called a _____, will allow the full potential of the hydrant to be used by allowing a direct path for the water to enter the pump on right side steamer connection.
“Heavy Hook Up”
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FF OPS BULL 12: Phase I and Phase II of the 11th Street Bridge included a ___ dry standpipe system on all 6 bridge spans.
6”
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FF OPS BULL 12: Each Engine Company receiving a water supply will hook up
____ three-inch (3”) supply lines to the intake side and open each standpipe valve fully.
two
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FF OPS BULL 12: The Fire Boat will charge the necessary standpipe system at ____psi until the standpipe is full and pump gauges stabilize. Engine Companies can request additional pressure for a maximum of 150 psi.
60 psi
maximum of 150 psi
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FF OPS BULL 12: Due to weather conditions in the District of Columbia each standpipe system is designed as a ____ system.
dry
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FF OPS BULL 12: ____ will maintain the standpipe systems, pipe, valves and fittings shall be inspected, tested and
maintained.
DDOT
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FF OPS BULL 14: In the event that an incident requires resources beyond that of the NDW Fire Department, ____ is requested through the OUC.
mutual aid
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FF OPS BULL 15: ___ the sole elevated platform in the city. The Department has maintained at least one aerial tower for the purpose of rescue ability, elevated master stream capabilities, use during technical rescue incidents, and other functions.
Tower 3
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FF OPS BULL 15: Tower 3 is a 95- foot aerial boom (___feet @ ____degrees can make the ___floor)
(94 feet @ 75 degrees can make the 8th/9th floor)
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FF OPS BULL 15: Platform is rated at ____ pounds, at any angle or extension, even while flowing water at maximum capacity.
1000 pounds
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FF OPS BULL 15: Aerial boom can go from ____ below grade to 75 degrees.
nine (9) degrees
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FF OPS BULL 15: Capable of flowing ____ GPM with a full 1000-pound bucket load.
1000 GPM
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FF OPS BULL 15: The platform monitor normally has a __-inch tip in place. Tower Ladder 3 has
the capability of increasing up to a __-inch tip if necessary.
1 ½ inch tip
2 inch tip
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FF OPS BULL 15: When supplying Tower Ladder 3, water shall be supplied through one (1) 5-inch supply line when possible. Tower Ladder 3 carries __ feet of 5-inch supply line
150 feet
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FF OPS BULL 15: With adequate water supply, Tower Ladder 3 is capable of flowing in excess of ___ GPM.
1250 GPM
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FF OPS BULL 16: Place vehicle in Park, set parking brake, turn off the vehicle, and move vehicle keys (key fob) at least __ feet away from vehicle.
16 feet
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FF OPS BULL 16: For EV fires inside stuctures, the Hazardous Material Unit carries __ Bridgehill Car Fire Blankets.
Two
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FF OPS BULL 16: The Car Fire Blanket is 6 x 8-meter quartz fabric combined with a heat coating can that can withstand temperatures of
1500 ℃ for 48 hours. The Bridgehill blanket can be deployed with two firefighters and reused up to ___ times.
30
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FF OPS BULL 16: For convential car fires, keep the fire blanket on for at least ___ minutes
20 minutes
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FF OPS BULL 16: For EV, if strong ___ can be heared about every ___ seconds, thermal runaway is taking place. Leave the fire blanket on until the sound stops.
“fuzz sounds”
2-15 seconds
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FF OPS BULL 16: An EV that has had a lithium-ion battery involved fire shall not be towed until
ensuring that no fire, smoke, audible popping/hissing, or heating is present in the high voltage battery for at least __ minutes and should be kept at least __ feet from any combustible materials when stored post-fire.
45 minutes.
50 feet
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FF OPS BULL 17: During the months of ____ each year, all public and private fire hydrants in the District of Columbia will be inspected by D.C. Fire and EMS.
March 1 through December 31
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FF OPS BULL 17: ___ that are trained in fire hydrant inspection and reporting procedures will be used as the OIC of Engine Companies assigned to fire hydrant inspections for that day; they will ___ assignments with a trained for the duration of the inspection period for that day (generally ___)
Sergeants
“swap”
4-6 hours
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FF OPS BULL 18: Members shall immediately place SCBA and full structural firefighting PPE in-service upon arrival of a suspected battery fire. Lithium metal, lead acid, and lithium-ion
batteries release extremely toxic and flammable gases during fire/explosion and can do so ____.
without warning
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FF OPS BULL 18: A __gas meter (carried by **Rescue Squads & Hazmat Unit**) is preferable to monitor for volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
A 6-gas meter
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FF OPS BULL 18: Atmospheric monitoring shall be established utilizing a ____ meter (carried by all **truck companies and BFCs**) as a minimum on all suspected ESS and BESS fires, including battery fires occurring outside.
4-gas Qrae3 meter
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Utilizing the primary search line; When exiting the search area, what comes first. , the ring or the knot?
Knot
94
What is the designated channel for WSTF?
A13
95
where is the vehicle master disconnect located on a DC Circulator all electric bus?
Curbside rear access panel.
96
Tower ladder 3 is capable of flowing how many GPM’s with a full bucket load?
1000 GPM / 1000 lbs
97
The single anchor/ lifting point at the section of the aerial boom is rated at what?
5000 pounds with the boom fully retracted.
98
Rescue Operations Bulletin No. 1:
There are two doors on an elevator they are ____.
the outer or shaft door, and
the inner or car door
99
Rescue Operations Bulletin No. 1:
A key-way (keyhole) located
in the upper corner of a shaft door provides a means of releasing a latch and opening the door manually.
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Rescue Ops. Bulletin No. 1:
Hydraulic elevators are operated by
a piston and cylinder.
The elevator car rides on the piston and
the cylinder is recessed in the ground.
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Rescue Ops. Bulletin No. 1:
A key operated “_____’’ mounted adjacent to the elevator’s hoist-way door, shall be provided at the entry floor of the elevator.
Fire Department Switch
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Rescue Ops. Bulletin No. 1: Elevators used in the Metro Rail System are of two (2) types:
Electric Traction and Hydraulic.
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Rescue Ops. Bulletin No. 1: Hydraulic elevators are utilized throughout the Metro Rail System and are primarily used for ____.
service between mezzanine and platform levels.
104
Rescue Ops. Bulletin No. 1 :
the “Fireman’s Emergency Elevator” key. “____” will be stamped on the key.
FEE
105
Rescue Ops. Bulletin No. 1 :
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL THE BRAKES ON THE ELEVATOR BE RELEASED _____.
TO ALLOW THE ELEVATOR TO MOVE TO A LANDING
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Rescue Ops. Bulletin No. 1:
Elevator Machine Room within metro area opened with the metro “____”key
‘‘Master Key.”
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Rescue Ops. Bulletin No. 1:
Upon obtaining entrance to the ‘‘Elevator Machine Room” in metro locate the main power switch for the elevator in question. The switch will also be numbered and it is usually located to the right of the entrance door. Shut off the main power source to the elevator for approximately ____seconds, then restore power.
30 seconds
108
Rescue Operations Bulletin No. 3: The main purpose of an air bag system is ____.
to protect the passengers within a vehicle.
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Rescue Operations Bulletin No. 3:
Airbags rapidly deploy, they ____.
do not explode.
110
Rescue Ops. Bulletin No. 3 : There are three main components of the air bag that helps to accomplish the goal of the airbag protection system:
1. The bag itself
2. The sensor
3. The air bag inflation system
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Rescue Ops. Bulletin No. 3 :The bag inflates in less
than _____.
one-twentieth of a second,
112
Rescue Ops. Bulletin No. 3: The bag then literally bursts from its storage site at up a speed of up to ____mph.
200 miles per hour.
113
Rescue Ops. Bulletin No. 3 : personal contact with the steering wheel hub should be avoided for at least ___minutes after deployment.
15 minutes
114
Rescue Ops. Bulletin No. 3 : There are three kinds of "smoke." They are:
First, many people mistake the **corn starch**/**talcum powder** used to lubricate the bag as smoke.
Second, a **sealant** which is used to prolong the life of the air bag system can smoke when the airbag is deployed.
Lastly, during deployment, **small particles** from inside some bag systems are vented into the passenger compartment. These airborne particles look like smoke and some particles are deposited as a powdery residue on and around the bag. The residue is primarily corn starch or talcum powder, which is used to lubricate the bag as it deploys, and by-products of the chemical reaction that produces the nitrogen gas to inflate the air bag.
115
Rescue Ops. Bulletin No. 3 : If possible, a minimum of ____inch of space should be between the rescuer and the path of an un-deployed airbag
10”-14’’ inches
116
Rescue Ops. Bulletin No. 3 : YOU MUST LOOK FOR THE AIRBAG CANNISTER PRIOR TO MAKING
ANY CUTS ON THE A, B, OR C POST. REMEMBER TO ‘____’. PRY THE PLASTIC AWAY FROM THE POST AND PEEK BEHIND IT BEFORE YOU MAKE A CUT.
’PRY AND PEEK’
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rescue ops bull #4:
_____ incidents are responsible for more multiple firefighter deaths than any other type of emergency .
structural collapse
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rescue ops bull #4:
____ collapse is formed when one end of the floors or roof are hanging free because one or more of the walls have failed and the other end is still attached to the remaining walls.
Cantilever collapse
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rescue ops bull #4:
___ collapse is sounded when one of the supporting walls fail or the floor or roof Joe breaks out separate at one end causing one end of the floor or roof to **rest** on a lower floor.
Lean collapse
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rescue ops bull #4:
___collapse is formed when bearing walls or **columns completely fail** and an **upper floor drops on lower floors cause them to collapse** is the same manner.
Pancake collapse
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rescue ops bull #4:
___collapse is formed when heavy loads cause a floor or roof to collapse near the center resulting in two **void** spaces along the outer walls.
V - type collapse
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rescue ops bull #4: units with the exception of the first due engine shall initially stage at one location a minimum of ___feet from the incident .
1500 feet
123
rescue ops bull #4: The 1st due engine shall cautiously approach the area and shall stop a minimum of___ from the incident scene or where debris/damage is first encountered and a size up report shall be given from this location on the tactical channel per current radio procedures. If the incident can not be viewed from the location personnel will proceed cautiously __.
500 feet; proceed cautiously on foot
124
rescue ops bull #4: On a structural collapse, truck company shall be responsible for____ and establish level ___accountability .
Responsible for safety;
Level 3 accountability
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rescue ops bull #4: A “collapse zone “ is at least _____ the total height of the structure
1 and 1/2 times
126
rescue ops bull #4: on a structural collapse eliminate sources of vibration at least ____ in all directions initially. Restrict traffic, commercial rail lines , metro , construction work etc as needed .
500 feet
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rescue ops bull #4: for reported structural collapse , a cave in task force will automatically be dispatched. Dispatch consist of :
2 engines —-E15 and the next closest
Closest truck
2 RS —RS3 and next closest
Spe Ops BFC
Collapse unit
Collapse support unit
Safety officer
HazMat unit
1bls
1 Also
Ems supervisor - ems1-6 if available
Air unit
128
Rescue Operations Bulletin No. 5: when responding to all **confined space** incidents; Position apparatus no closer than ___& ___..
100 feet & Shut down vehicle engines
129
If CHEMPACK deployment is needed, the incident commander will notify the Office of Unified Communications (OUC) of this need. Who will assist in ensuring that the procedures required for notification and deployment are followed?
The fire liaison officer.
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To ensure that the members stay current on their skills and knowledge, the Rehab companies are required to drill monthly. These drills will be conducted by each platoon with documentation on DCFEMS Form 53 and submitted to the _____ with a copy submitted to _____.
Operations deputy fire chief;
their respective battalion chief
131
Which of the following shall apply regarding the use of mobile and portable radios, cellular phones and mobile data terminals (MDTs) at the scene of a pre- detonation incident?
Such communication methods may not be used within **500** feet of the incident site but may be used in the staging area.
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According to the Operations Bulletin Book, the first-arriving truck company at the scene of a structural collapse is responsible for ____.
Establishing Level III accountability.
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EMS OPS BULL13
Once providers rule out a patient’s need for advanced life support (ALS) treatment and transport, they shall determine whether the patient is eligible for referral to the nurse triage line (NTL). What is an inclusion criteria for the NTL?
The patient requires at most a BLS level of care.
