Effective command and control is essential for successful fireground operations.
This Command and Control Procedures bulletin will guide Chief Officers with the implementation of command and control at fires in multiple dwellings, brownstones, rowframes, private dwellings and taxpayers (buildings other than CL-1 High-Rise commercial and residential).
Which choice below is incorrect concerning these procedures?
FFP CC Ch#1 Sec 1.4, 1.5, 1.6
Question 13Answer
A.
An important concept in this strategy is having two Chief Officers positioned at the Incident Command Post (ICP) whenever possible.
B.
As provided for in the Incident Command System (ICS), a Deputy Chief shall be delegated the authority to perform the critical task of ensuring a timely response to mayday/urgent situations.
C.
This Command and Control Procedure bulletin ensures that the duties of a Deputy Chief remain separate and distinct from that of a Battalion Chief.
D.
A DC should remain focused on incident strategy.
E.
BCs should ensure that the units under their supervision carry out the tactics to fulfill that strategy.
Your answer is incorrect.
The correct answer is: As provided for in the Incident Command System (ICS), a Deputy Chief shall be delegated the authority to perform the critical task of ensuring a timely response to mayday/urgent situations.
You are a Battalion Chief that responds to a fire reported in a taxpayer at 2130 hours. On arrival you are informed by the 1st OV FF operating in the rear of the building that there is an advanced fire on the first floor of the hair salon, with extension to the first floor of an adjoining deli. In this situation, you would be most correct to?
(FFP—Taxpayers—5.7.4, 7.1.3
Question 4Answer
A.
Transmit a 10-75, and special call an extra engine and ladder. Ensure a 2 ½” line is stretched to the hair salon, and a 1¾ line may be stretched to the deli only if it is compatible with fire conditions.
B.
Transmit a 10-75, and special call an extra engine and ladder. Ensure a 2 ½” line is stretched to the hair salon, and a 2 ½” line is stretched to the deli regardless of fire conditions in the deli.
C.
Transmit a second alarm and ensure a 2 ½” line is stretched to the hair salon, and a 1¾ line is stretched to the deli only if it is compatible with fire conditions.
D.
Transmit a second alarm and ensure a 2 ½” line is stretched to the hair salon, and a 2 ½” line is stretched to the deli regardless of fire conditions in the deli.
our answer is incorrect.
A fire in a taxpayer will require the use of 2 ½” hoselines. This is due to the large, uncompartmented area that is typical in taxpayers. These large, uncompartmented areas will require the increased flow and reach of stream of the 2 ½” hoseline.
When two handlines are operating on an advanced fire in a store, special call an extra engine and ladder. Transmit a second alarm for extension to the cockloft, adjoining occupancy or for an advanced fire in the cellar. The need for additional ladder companies at these operations is great, anticipate such and special call as needed.
The correct answer is: Transmit a second alarm and ensure a 2 ½” line is stretched to the hair salon, and a 2 ½” line is stretched to the deli regardless of fire conditions in the deli.
A Chief Officer operating as the IC at an Old Law Tenement fire would be correct in how many of the following thoughts?
FFP-MDs-Ch 1-2.2.11, 2.4.6, 3.2.1, 3.3.1)
- If fire exists on 2 floors on arrival, a second alarm should be transmitted if progress is not made on both floors in a short period of time.
- If fire is in a shaft extending into an exposure, a second alarm should be transmitted. If fire is extending into two exposures, a 3rd alarm should be considered.
- If fire in the original fire building has extended across a narrow shaft into an exposure, stretching the second handline into that exposure should be considered.
- At OLT cellar fires, the first hoseline must be stretched through the front door.
- At OLT store fires, the first line should be stretched to the store and must be a 2 ½” line if medium or large fire conditions are encountered.
Question 5Answer
A.
1
B.
2
C.
3
D.
4
E.
5
our answer is incorrect.
2.2.11 Stretching of hoselines on the first alarm:
A. The first line stretched for a fire in a multiple dwelling should be stretched by way of the interior stairs. This positioning allows the first line to safeguard the stairway so that it can be used by the escaping occupants. The door to the fire apartment must not be opened while people are coming down the stairway from the floors above. When the safety of the stairway is assured, this first line may be advanced to extinguish the fire.
B. The second hoseline is also usually stretched by way of the interior stairs to the same floor as the first line. It is meant to augment the first line, if necessary. If not needed on the original fire floor, it is then advanced to the floor above.
C. The third line in the building should usually be stretched via the fire escape or rope stretch via a window. This is especially true in Old Law Tenements because the stairway is narrow and the stretching of a third line via the interior stairs would result in congestion and inability to move any of the hoselines.
D. In some cases, the second or third lines may be urgently needed in one of the exposures. The decision as to the location to which these lines shall be stretched rests with the Incident Commander, and is based on his/her size-up of the fire situation. For example, at a fire in an Old Law Tenement it is often necessary to stretch the second or third line into Exposure 2 or 4 because fire has extended, or is about to extend, across the narrow shaft or shafts between buildings.
2.4.6 The Incident Commander must keep in mind that fire in non-fireproof multiple dwellings can extend very quickly to the floors above and to the exposures. The IC must transmit special calls and/or greater alarms promptly when conditions warrant such actions. For a fire in an Old Law or New Law Tenement, special call an extra engine and ladder for fire on two floors. If progress is not made on at least one floor in a short period of time, transmit a 2 nd alarm. If fire is in a shaft extending into an exposure, transmit a 2 nd alarm. If fire is extending into two exposures, transmit a 3 rd alarm.
3.2.1 - The first hoseline should be stretched through the front door, then to the cellar via the interior stairs to extinguish the fire. If the first hoseline is stretched to the interior and cannot be advanced down to the cellar due to the intensity of the fire, it shall be used to protect the public hall, interior stairs, and the first floor, allowing the occupants to leave the building.
3.3.1 Store fires in OLTs may involve a large amount of combustible material. The first hose line should be stretched to the store and a second hose line stretched to the entrance hallway. Depending on the size of the fire area and the fire conditions encountered, the use of a 2 ½” hoseline may be considered. However, a 1 ¾” hoseline may be more appropriate for fires in smaller commercial occupancies common in OLT’s. When assured that the second line is not needed on the first floor, it may be advanced to the floor above the fire.
The correct answers are: 2, 3
Battalion Chief conducting drill on operations in H-type buildings was most correct to make which statements?
(Indicate ALL correct points)
(FFP-MDs-Ch 1-4.2.5, 4.2.8, 4.3.2, 4.5.4)
Question 6Answer
A.
Steel columns, also known as channel rails, are designed in an “H” shape.
B.
Channel rails are about one foot square in area, but may be larger if the void includes water or waste pipes. The main concern with channel rails is that they are not fire-stopped.
C.
Every effort must be made to get the first line in operation before additional lines are stretched. All available engines should be used to stretch the first line unless the fire has already extended to the floor available.
D.
Because of the severe life hazard, height, area and combustible construction, a second alarm will generally be necessary at medium fires when it is anticipated that two lines will be required.
E.
When transmitting 2nd or greater alarms for fires which have entered the cockloft of large “H” type buildings, the IC should consider special calling additional battalion chiefs to cover critical sectors and/or exposures. These additional battalion chiefs could be assigned as top floor sector supervisor, roof sector supervisor, or as needed.
Your answer is partially correct.
You have correctly selected 1.
4.2.5 Structural steel concerns in “H” type structures:
A. Steel, when heated, expands and substantial elongation can occur at a fire.
This elongation can cause a wall to bulge, move, or even collapse, if the steel is set within the wall.
B. Steel, when heated to higher temperatures during a fire, may fail. Floor beams supported by such failing steel will fall to the floor below.
C. Steel columns are vertical structural members designed in an “H” shape; they are also known as channel rails. When located in the inner framework of a building, may extend from the first floor up into the roof space or cockloft area (Figure 8). The space between the enclosing wood framework and column leads up into the cockloft and many times spreads fire, heat or smoke to this roof space (Figure 9).
D. Steel girders are horizontal structural members designed in an “I” shape; they are also known as “I” beams. I” beams will transmit fire, heat or smoke horizontally into adjoining areas.
4.2.8 Interior Shafts and Voids
A. Channel Rails-to provide stability to these large “H” shaped buildings, a steel framework is employed. Steel columns are erected vertically from the foundation to the cockloft. Their locations vary according to the architects design, and are at times difficult to find. They are often located in voids behind closets. Our main concern is that they are not fire stopped. This provides a chimney effect for fire travel from the first floor to all apartments above and to the cockloft.
B. These vertical voids, about one foot square, may be larger when the void is built to include waste and water pipes. When the fire is knocked down and opening up begins, areas where the lath has been burned must be examined for the presence of these columns. If detected, locations above and below the fire must be checked immediately. (Figures 8 and 9)
C. Pipe Recesses-the danger of allowing vertical fire travel are well known and require little emphasis. A note of caution: repairs by local handymen may have been made around pipe recesses or light fixtures. These poorly repaired openings may facilitate fire entering walls or ceilings. Waste pipe recesses exist wherever a kitchen or bathroom exists. Their presence may be picked up first by the roof firefighter who notes the locations of exposed waste pipes atop roofs which line up with the fire below. If the pipe is hot to the touch, a top floor examination is required and notification made to officer and the IC.
D. Closets-Their construction atop one another sometimes provides a vertical artery. Workmanship may be shoddy in closets, creating openings for fire travel. Remember also that they are usually back to back with other closets. This may lead to horizontal, as well as, vertical extension.
E. Dumbwaiter Shafts-These are sometimes used as voids for new electrical wiring or water pipes. The openings where these wires or pipes enter the apartment may not have been fire stopped and will allow a shaft fire to readily enter the apartment.
4.3.2 Many times just stretching a line to a fire apartment will prove difficult. It may require many lengths (five or more) just to reach the building entrance. There may be large courtyards, often with obstacles such as trees, benches, fences, shrubbery, etc. Every effort must be made to get the first line in operation before additional lines are stretched. All available engine companies should be used to stretch the first line.
4.5.4 Additional units: Because of the severe life hazard, height, area and combustible construction of these buildings, an additional engine company and ladder company (beyond a full 1 st alarm assignment) should be called for a medium fire condition. That is, when it is anticipated that two lines will be required. When additional units have been special called, they should be given instructions, by radio, regarding positions, masks, extra hooks, etc. If two floors are involved, or at extensive cockloft fires, it will generally be necessary to transmit a 2 nd alarm. The time that it takes 2 nd alarm units to arrive must be considered under these conditions.
4.9.1 Top floor fires always present the possibility of fire extending into the cockloft. This can result in a complete loss of the top floor and roof. Fire can also drop down to the lower floors. It is imperative for the IC to assign a roof sector supervisor early into the operation. The IC shall designate a company officer as the roof supervisor until a chief officer can be assigned. Once a sector supervisor is assigned, all communications between the roof and the IC shall go though the roof sector supervisor. When fire has extended into the cockloft, the Incident Commander shall be notified immediately. The Incident Commander shall evaluate conditions and consider the use of the cockloft nozzle from either the top floor or the roof. An additional hoseline may also be needed to protect the cockloft nozzle operation.
The correct answers are: Steel columns, also known as channel rails, are designed in an “H” shape., Channel rails are about one foot square in area, but may be larger if the void includes water or waste pipes. The main concern with channel rails is that they are not fire-stopped., When transmitting 2nd or greater alarms for fires which have entered the cockloft of large “H” type buildings, the IC should consider special calling additional battalion chiefs to cover critical sectors and/or exposures. These additional battalion chiefs could be assigned as top floor sector supervisor, roof sector supervisor, or as needed.
You are a Battalion Chief that has just arrived at a fire in an occupied 4-story Brownstone building where you find the structure is fully involved. You also determine that Exposure 2 and Exposure 4 are similar occupied Brownstones and that fire has already extended to Exposure 4. In this situation, you would be most correct to think that the first hose line stretched should be advanced into?
(FFP—Brownstones-3.4)
Question 9Answer
A.
The fire building; the second line should be stretched to Exposure 4; and the third line stretched to back up the first line in the fire building.
B.
The fire building; the second line should be stretched into the fire building as a back-up line; and the third line stretched to Exposure 4.
C.
The fire building; the second line should be stretched into the fire building as a back-up line, and the third line stretched to the rear yard of the fire building.
D.
Exposure 4; the second line should be stretched into the fire building; and the third line stretched to back up the line in the fire building.
Your answer is incorrect.
Building Fully Involved
When a building is fully involved, the first arriving engine company should drop two hoselines in front of the fire building and position the apparatus for the possible use of the multiversal nozzle or to supply a TL.
First Line Advanced into the fire building.
Second Line Advanced into the fire building as a back-up hoseline.
Third Line Will be stretched as ordered by the Incident Commander and may be:
Advanced into the fire building.
If fire is reported in an exposure, stretched to that exposure.
If there is no fire in the exposures, stretch through an exposure to the rear yard of the fire building.
Note: This was used on the last DC exam.
The correct answer is: The fire building; the second line should be stretched into the fire building as a back-up line; and the third line stretched to Exposure 4.
Effective command and control is essential for successful fireground operations.
This Command and Control Procedures bulletin will guide Chief Officers with the implementation of command and control at fires in multiple dwellings, brownstones, rowframes, private dwellings and taxpayers (buildings other than CL-1 High-Rise commercial and residential).
Which choice below is incorrect concerning these procedures?
FFP CC Ch#1 Sec 1.4, 1.5, 1.6
Question 13Answer
A.
An important concept in this strategy is having two Chief Officers positioned at the Incident Command Post (ICP) whenever possible.
B.
As provided for in the Incident Command System (ICS), a Deputy Chief shall be delegated the authority to perform the critical task of ensuring a timely response to mayday/urgent situations.
C.
This Command and Control Procedure bulletin ensures that the duties of a Deputy Chief remain separate and distinct from that of a Battalion Chief.
D.
A DC should remain focused on incident strategy.
E.
BCs should ensure that the units under their supervision carry out the tactics to fulfill that strategy
Your answer is incorrect.
The correct answer is: As provided for in the Incident Command System (ICS), a Deputy Chief shall be delegated the authority to perform the critical task of ensuring a timely response to mayday/urgent situations
Which one responsibility of Battalion Chief duties is stated correctly? (Regs 7.2.7, 7.2.10, 1.4.1, 7.4.9, 7.5.4)
Question 15Answer
A.
Battalion Chiefs must advise the dispatcher of any fire involving a food establishment for appropriate notification to New York City Emergency Management.
B.
Battalion Chiefs in command of fires occurring at a location operated or maintained for the salvage or wrecking of motor vehicles, or parts thereof, shall forward a report with particulars of the incident (occupancy, name, address, etc…) to the Chief of Operations.
C.
Battalion Chiefs, responsible for the fire report, shall determine the cause of the fire to the best of their knowledge. A 10-41 radio code shall be transmitted where an investigation by a Fire Marshal is required.
D.
At least once each week, every Department building over which the Battalion has supervision shall be inspected by at least one assigned Battalion Chief. Covering Battalion Chiefs shall cooperate in these required inspectional visits.
E.
On duty Battalion Chiefs are required to supervise at least one drill every tour they work.
Your answer is incorrect.
7.2.7 Battalion Chiefs shall, when watch lines are to be discontinued, promptly notify the assigned Deputy Chief. A watch line shall mean one or more units ordered to standby for an extended period of time after a fire is placed under control.
7.2.10 Battalion Chiefs in command of fires occurring at a location operated or maintained for the salvage or wrecking of motor vehicles, or parts thereof, shall forward a report to the Bureau of Fire Prevention, listing occupancy name, address, type of fire, date, time and number of alarm box which was transmitted.
7.4.1 Each assigned Battalion Chief must visit, at least once each week, every Department building over which the Battalion has supervision, and inspect members, uniforms, apparatus, equipment, records, and all areas of quarters.
A. Entries in Company Journals shall be examined, and an entry made by the Battalion Chief on the result of this inspection.
B. Covering Battalion Chiefs shall cooperate in the carrying out of required inspectional visits.
7.4.9 Battalion Chiefs, responsible for the fire report, shall determine the cause of the fire to the best of their knowledge. The dispatcher shall be notified of all fires where an investigation by a Fire Marshal is required by use of the 10-41 radio code.
7.5.4 On duty Battalion Chiefs are required to supervise at least one drill each tour whenever company or Multi-Unit Drills are being conducted.
The primary goals of supervisory drill visits include:
A. The opportunity for the Chief to participate in the drill process and relay their personal experience and knowledge.
B. To assist in the development of Company Officers, especially those newly promoted.
C. To encourage the use of company critiques as a positive learning tool.
D. To discuss the events of recent operations of which units may not be aware.
E. To ensure that appropriate drills are conducted that are interesting, timely, informative, and accurate.
F. To review training notebooks.
The correct answer is: Battalion Chiefs, responsible for the fire report, shall determine the cause of the fire to the best of their knowledge. A 10-41 radio code shall be transmitted where an investigation by a Fire Marshal is required
You are a Battalion Chief that just operated at an accidental, electrical, small fire in a jewelry store where you used two engines and two ladders to extinguish and overhaul the fire. As you are taking up, the owner alleges that he saw a firefighter steal a necklace during overhaul operations. He claims that the necklace was in the store before the FDNY arrived on scene. After directing a thorough search of the premises, you determine that the necklace cannot be located. In this situation, you would then be most correct to?
(Regs 11.3.10, AUC 268—2.1.10)
Question 16Answer
A.
Interview any witnesses from the store to corroborate the allegation, prepare Form BF-26, and notify the Inspector General’s Office from the scene via cell phone by calling the IGs Office directly.
B.
Interview officers who operated in the store regarding what they saw, and notify the Inspector General’s Office and the Fire Marshals from the scene via cell phone by calling the IG’s Office directly.
C.
Ascertain the information required for Form BF-26 and notify the Inspector General’s Office from the scene via cell phone by calling FDOC as soon as operations permit.
Your answer is incorrect.
11.3.10 Private Property Missing from Scene of Department Operations.
When allegations of lost, missing, or possibly stolen private property are received the Incident Commander must immediately direct a thorough search of the premises from which the property is missing. If the property is not found, and the complainant alleges that the property was at the scene prior to the arrival of the Fire Department, the Incident Commander must obtain from the complainant, information required by Form BF-26. If the Incident Commander is not a Chief Officer, the dispatcher must be immediately notified to have a Battalion Chief respond. Neither Officer should make any further independent investigation beyond ascertaining the information required to complete Form BF-26. The Incident Commander should not interview witnesses but must immediately make the following notifications when it is alleged that private property has been stolen or is missing from the scene of a Department operation.
A. If it is alleged that the property was taken by a Fire Department employee, notify the Inspector General’s office.
B. If the fire has been designated as a 10-41 (all codes), notify the Fire Marshall and the Inspector General’s office.
C. If the allegation does not fall within items A or B above, advise the complainant to notify the Police Department.
When information involving lost private property is received after the Department leaves the scene of an operation, the Battalion Chief on duty in the Battalion responsible for the report of the operations shall be notified. This Chief shall immediately comply with the notification procedures outlined above and complete and forward form BF-26.
2.1.10 Any allegation concerning thefts by employees during fire and emergency operations, inspectional activities or from quarters, requires immediate (as soon as fire or emergency operations permit) notification to the Inspector General. This notification will be made by the Incident Commander at the scene via cellular phone to the FDOC at (718) 999-7900. The FDOC will relay the information to the Inspector General’s Office
The correct answer is: Ascertain the information required for Form BF-26 and notify the Inspector General’s Office from the scene via cell phone by calling FDOC as soon as operations permit.
egarding the preparation and forwarding of paperwork for Meritorious Acts, it would be most correct to state that?
(Regs 23.2.1, 23.2.8, 23.8.2)
Question 17Answer
A.
Meritorious acts that are performed by Firefighters, Lieutenants or Captains shall be prepared by the Battalion Chief responsible for the Fire Report and forwarded to arrive at the Board of Merit no more than 30 days from the date of the act.
B.
Photos, videos or other forms of supporting documentation, when deemed appropriate, may be used to assist in the evaluation of a meritorious act. Such supporting documentation should be forwarded through the chain of command to the Board of Merit.
C.
Appeals from findings of the Board of Merit shall not be considered unless submitted within thirty days after official promulgation of awards on a Department Order.
D.
Appeals from the findings of the Board of Merit must be endorsed by the officer who wrote the original request, the company Commander, and the Battalion and Division Commander and submitted within 15 days after official promulgation of awards on the Department Order.
Your answer is incorrect.
The correct answer is: Appeals from findings of the Board of Merit shall not be considered unless submitted within thirty days after official promulgation of awards on a Department Order.
All appeals from decisions of the Board of Merit shall be forwarded through the chain of command to the? (Regs 23.8.3)
Question 18Answer
A.
Boro Command
B.
Chief of Operations
C.
Chief of Department
D.
Fire Commissioner
Your answer is incorrect.
23.8.3 All appeals from decisions of the Board of Merit shall be forwarded through the chain of command to the Borough Command. Borough Commands shall email the completed packages to medaldesk@fdny.nyc.gov. The Medal Desk will acknowledge receipt to the Borough Command and Division submitting the report. All appeals will be reviewed by a 7 (seven) member Board consisting of 3 (three) Chief Officers appointed by the Chief of Department and 3 (three) former medalists selected by the Fire Commissioner and Chief of Department. The Fire Commissioner will serve as, or designate, the chairperson of this special appeal Board.
23.8.4 Appeals shall be submitted by using form BP-169 (Appeal of Meritorious Act or Unit Citation) available under the Fire Admin Forms section on the Intranet.
23.8.5 Endorsements should include the Officer who wrote the original request, the Company Commander, and the BC and DC who endorsed the ORIGINAL REQUEST. Intermediate endorsements must include a definitive statement as to whether the appeal should be granted based on any new information.
The correct answer is: Boro Command
At 2300 hours, a Battalion Chief arrives at the scene of a possible vacate in a 6 story OLT. There is a fire escape serving 5 separate apartments on the Exposure 2 side of the building that is in complete disrepair and appears it may collapse. The BC requests the Division to respond and he concurs with the BC and notifies the Command Chief. Approval is then received from the Command Chief to vacate the five apartments the fire escape serves.
In this situation the Battalion Chief would be most correct to?
(AUC 5-Ch 4-Add 4)
Question 19Answer
A.
Ensure the administrative company uses the vacate and seal Vacate Order form.
B.
Ensure members write a total of five vacate orders.
C.
Be aware that up to 4 hours may be granted to allow occupants time to prepare for relocation.
D.
Advise the administrative unit they will remain out of service to assist the HPD or Red Cross to assist occupants while they prepare for relocation if time is granted for such activity, unless otherwise directed by the Staff Chief.
Your answer is correct.
4.5 The time a Vacate Order is served (TIME OF SERVICE) and the time that occupants have been told they must leave the premises or face enforcement action (ENFORCEMENT TIME), as determined by the Deputy Chief, must be noted on the Vacate Order. In general, the ISSUANCE TIME and ENFORCEMENT TIME will be the same for commercial vacates.
For residential vacates, if the Deputy Chief determines that structural or life safety conditions permit, six (6) hours should be granted to allow residential occupants to prepare for relocation prior to the ENFORCEMENT TIME. However, no time should be granted for sleeping purposes. During the time provided for residential relocation, the New York City Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) Division of Relocation or the Red Cross will respond to provide relocation services. The Administrative Unit shall remain out of service at the scene to assist the HPD Division of Relocation or Red Cross, unless otherwise directed by the Staff Chief.
The correct answer is: Advise the administrative unit they will remain out of service to assist the HPD or Red Cross to assist occupants while they prepare for relocation if time is granted for such activity, unless otherwise directed by the Staff Chief.
You are a Battalion Chief that has just arrived at a fire on the 1st floor of a 4-story Vacant Row Frame building. In this situation, you would be most correct to think that?
(Vacants-Pg 8, 9, 10, 12)
Question 20Answer
A.
No risk to the safety of members is acceptable in order to just save property.
B.
At large or advanced fires, the only permissible attack strategy is a defensive exterior attack focused on the protection of exposures.
C.
If a vacant is heavily involved on arrival, and there is no life endangered in exposures, the first stream should be positioned to protect the most severe exposure.
D.
After an exterior attack has been discontinued, before re-committing members to the interior, the building interior shall be surveyed by an experienced Rescue, Squad, or Ladder Officer to assess its structural stability.
E.
The IC may use the Safety Battalion or a Safety Officer for the interior structural stability survey of the building after the exterior streams are shut down.
our answer is incorrect.
The correct answer is: The IC may use the Safety Battalion or a Safety Officer for the interior structural stability survey of the building after the exterior streams are shut down.
You are a BC who has arrived first at a fire in a large commercial vessel that will be berthed at a pier to fight the fire. In this situation, it would be most correct to think that?
(FFP-Marine-Ch 3-2.2.2)
Question 22Answer
A.
The regular berth of the vessel should not be used.
B.
A shedded pier is preferred.
C.
If a shedded pier is utilized, the sprinkler and standpipe in the shedded portion must both be serviceable.
D.
If the pier selected has a combustible deck, then no combustible cargo may be located anywhere on the deck
Your answer is incorrect.
2.2.2 If the vessel is to be berthed at a pier, the following should be considered:
A. The regular berth of the vessel is to receive first consideration because of the availability of longshoremen and other services and the adequacy of water depth at the pier.
B. The pier selected should have a non-combustible deck and provide a clear area separating the vessel from combustible cargo.
C. An un-shedded pier is preferred. If the pier is shedded, there must be a clear open area separating the vessel from the shedded portion. The sprinkler and standpipe in the shedded portion must be serviceable.
D. If an alternate pier to the regular is to be considered, it will be selected in consultation with the U.S. Coast Guard Captain of the Port (i.e. Staten Island Home Port Pier).
2.2.3 When it is likely that the large caliber streams of the fireboats will be required, the Marine Battalion should consider special calling additional marine resources early in the operation as needed. FDNY vessels will be required to conduct scene size up, hazard assessments, life safety actions, along with fire suppression.
2.2.4 Supervising personnel and additional firefighting units can be transported to the scene via an additional fireboat or other vessels as available.
2.2.5 Coordination and cooperation with the Coast Guard is essential.
2.2.6 The need for helicopters for command purposes, surveillance or other use shall be considered. When required, the Police Department and/or Coast Guard shall be contacted.
The correct answer is: If a shedded pier is utilized, the sprinkler and standpipe in the shedded portion must both be serviceable.
First alarm units arrive at the scene of a fire in a hold of a large commercial vessel where CO-2 flooding was initiated prior to FDNY arrival. In this situation, it would be most correct to believe that?
(FFP-Marine-Ch 3—3.2)
Question 23Answer
A.
If a decision is made to open the hold, the IC shall consult with the Safety Battalion prior to committing FDNY resources.
B.
The hold shall remain sealed until temperatures are reduced and stabilized and only opened upon order of the IC after confirming conditions with thermal imaging cameras.
C.
The IC should consult with the Haz-Mat Battalion to determine if SCBA, haz-mat metering or search ropes are necessary in below deck surveys.
D.
The FDNY IC must direct NYCEM to provide a Marine Chemist to identify possible hazards in the hold.
Your answer is incorrect.
3.2 CO2 FLOODING-PRIOR TO DEPARTMENT ARRIVAL
Under some circumstances, FDNY members will arrive on the scene to find that the ship’s Captain has secured the hold and activated the CO2 flooding system prior to our arrival. Alternate fire suppression systems may also be present. In that event, first arriving units are not to enter the hold areas until the Incident Commander evaluates conditions. Generally, it is the best procedure for such holds to remain sealed and flooded with CO2. The IC, when necessary, shall ensure a log is maintained recording relative information such as time CO2 was activated, location of CO2 activation, who activated system, amount discharged, amount remaining, and the temperature of bulkheads when possible. If in the opinion of the FDNY Incident Commander and in consult with the Marine Battalion, the most practical approach is for the holds to remain sealed and flooded with CO2 the following is recommended:
The hold shall remain sealed until temperatures are reduced and stabilized and only opened upon order of the Incident Commander after confirming conditions with thermal imaging cameras. Ordinarily this might take several days. Patience is important as premature opening can defeat the flooding effort.
Request the ship’s Captain, or owner/agent to replenish the supply of CO2.
Necessary precautionary lines shall be stretched. The fireboat is to be utilized wherever possible, especially on the exterior of the hull to cool hot spots.
Assure that hold ventilation system both automated and mechanical vents and dampers have been secured. Use tarpaulins or plastic sheeting to prevent leakage.
Request a copy of the cargo manifest. Obtain technical data on items where necessary.
The Ship’s personnel shall be ordered, when necessary, to introduce additional CO2 into the hold in accordance with the instructions contained with the system in the CO2 room, and to keep a record of the time and amounts.
Efforts shall be made to ensure that the fire is localized in the one hold. When entering adjoining holds, keep in mind that the possibility exists that CO2 might leak from the original hold. The use of SCBA, hazmat metering and search rope are mandatory in all below deck surveys.
When the “hot spots” on adjoining bulkheads have been determined, thermometers may be affixed to these spots so temperature trends can be monitored. FDNY fireboat’s FLIR camera, as well as thermal imaging cameras, can be used to facilitate temperature monitoring.
It is important that the U.S. Coast Guard and ship’s captain or owner/agent be kept informed as to the Department’s plans for opening the hold.
When the decision has been made to open the hold to ensure final extinguishment the incident commander shall consider the following:
A. The IC shall consult with the Hazmat Battalion prior to committing FDNY resources. The United States Coast Guard may direct the ship’s captain or owner/agent to provide a marine chemist to identify possible hazards in the space.
B. Have sufficient FDNY personnel on hand with precautionary lines stretched.
C. Determine the need for longshoreman to offload sufficient charred cargo to allow for firefighter overhaul.
The correct answer is: The hold shall remain sealed until temperatures are reduced and stabilized and only opened upon order of the IC after confirming conditions with thermal imaging cameras.
egarding operational communications at Marine fires and emergencies, it would be most correct to state that?
(FFP-Marine-Ch 3-4.1, 4.4, 4,5)
Question 24Answer
A.
FDNY firefighting vessels do not have Post radios. Only the Marine Battalion has a Post radio.
B.
The USCG can be contacted on Marine VHF Channel 17
C.
NYPD harbor units can be contacted on Marine VHF Channel 16.
D.
FDNY large platform vessels have a communication command center on board for large scale incidents.
Your answer is correct.
4.1 All FDNY fireboats are equipped with FDNY Department radio, FIRE OPS, VHF radios, cell phones, and are capable of transmitting live video to FDOC.
Note: The Large and Midsize Platform Vessels, have a Post radio, in addition to the Marine Battalion.
4.2 A fire or emergency on a commercial vessel will likely create communication challenges. Because most commercial vessels are constructed of steel and/or metal, FDNY handietalkies may not work well deep within the vessel. In order to help overcome these communication challenges members should consider augmenting communications via use of 5-watt HT channels, HT relays, and Post radios. Additionally, numerous types of communication systems and equipment may be found onboard commercial vessels such as handheld portable radios (Simplex systems), fixed telephones, sound powered phones as well as public address systems.
4.3 FDNY handie-talkies can be used to assist in communicating with out of State Agencies i.e. UTAC Interoperability frequency.
4.4 FDNY large platform vessels (Fireboat 343 and Firefighter communication command center on board for large scale incidents.
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have
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4.5 The U.S. Coast Guard can be contacted on Marine VHF Channels 16.
NYPD harbor
units can be contacted on VHF 17.
The correct answer is: FDNY large platform vessels have a communication command center on board for large scale incidents.
Maintaining stability of a vessel which is on fire requires that primary information on the vessel status be gathered at the start of an operation to establish baseline readings. Regarding this process, it would be most correct to state that?
(FFP-Marine-Ch 3-5.3.1)
Question 25Answer
A.
The search for expertise concerning vessel stability starts with the USCG Captain of the Port.
B.
Draft marks on vessels are always scaled in inches or centimeters.
C.
On American ships, the draft mark numbers are 12 inches high.
D.
First arriving FDNY units should photograph the vessels draft marks immediately upon arrival.
Your answer is correct.
5.3 Maintaining stability requires that primary information on the vessel’s status be gathered at the start of the operation to establish baseline readings. The first arriving units should take note of the following and update the information frequently:
5.3.1 The vessel’s draft: Draft marks are vertical scales on both sides of the hull at the bow, the stern, and often the mid-ship on large vessels. They are usually scaled in either feet or meters. Normally the distance between the bottom of the mark and the bottom of the mark above it indicates one full increment (e.g. one foot or 20 centimeters). On American ships the numbers are six inches high with six-inch spaces between them. If the water covered half the number, the ship’s draft would be equal to that number plus three inches. First arriving FDNY unit should photograph the vessels draft marks immediately upon arrival. If the vessel is underway the first arriving FDNY Fireboat should when possible conduct a slow perimeter search around the vessel photographing all draft marks and scanning for hotspots.
The correct answer is: First arriving FDNY units should photograph the vessels draft marks immediately upon arrival.
garding the salvage concerns if an oil tanker has been involved in fire, it would be correct to state that?
( FFP - Marine - C h 3—6.2)
Question 26Answer
A.
When the fire is “Probably Will Hold”, the vessel shall be anchored at an agreed upon location.
B.
Cargo shall not be removed until approval is granted by the USCG Captain of the Port or their designee.
C.
The owner shall be requested, as needed, to submit weekly progress reports by telephone, to be followed by written reports to the Chief of Department or their designee.
D.
The owner shall be requested to report the amount of water and oil in each tank, the damage size-up for each tank, and method of off-loading for each tank.
Your answer is correct.
When the fire is under control, the vessel shall be anchored at an agreed upon location.
If cargo remains aboard, the cargo shall not be removed until approval is granted by the Fire Commissioner or his designated representative.
Conditions for such removal shall be established as a result of a meeting with the Fire Department, U.S. Coast Guard and vessel owners or agents.
The Fire Department will evaluate the proposed off-loading plan submitted by the owners from the standpoint of fire risk associated with the cargo and the proposed off-loading method.
The owner shall be requested to report the amount of oil in each tank, amount of water in each tank, damage size up for each tank, and method of off-loading each tank.
Special precautions shall be taken when off-loading damaged tanks.
The owner shall be requested, as needed, to submit daily progress reports by telephone, to be followed by written reports to the Fire Commissioner or his designated representative.
When all conditions have been agreed upon, along with the concurrence of the U.S. Coast Guard, the vessel shall be turned over to the owners.
The correct answer is: The owner shall be requested to report the amount of water and oil in each tank, the damage size-up for each tank, and method of off-loading for each tank.
egarding the safety of members in the vicinity of a Fire Boat monitor stream, it would be most correct to state?
( FFP - Marine - C h 3—7.2)
Question 27Answer
A.
Monitors operate in the straight stream position only.
B.
The Officer of the Fireboat shall contact the Marine Battalion Sector Supervisor to ensure that all personnel have been moved to an area of Safety before operating fireboat monitors.
C.
Monitors will not be used except on the specific order of the Incident Commander.
D.
When monitors are shut down, small droplets of water will drop along the line of the stream as pressure
Your answer is correct.
7.1 Units operating with Marine companies shall constantly be aware of the power, reach and destructive capability of their large caliber streams.
7.2 OPERATIONS
7.2.1 Officers are reminded of their responsibility to remove their members from the area of danger. The large volume of water delivered through Fireboat monitors necessitate the removal of personnel from the area anywhere within reach of the stream and beyond as additional amount for safety. Even if the stream does not hit an individual directly there is always the danger of injury from flying debris. If this is not possible, they should inform the Incident Commander of the particulars of the situation.
7.2.2 Monitors are capable of straight streams or fog streams.
7.2.3 Do not order water started until absolutely certain that all personnel are safe. The Officer of the Fireboat shall contact the Incident Commander to ensure that all personnel have been moved to an area of safety before operating fireboat monitors.
7.2.4 Due to the tremendous volume of water and the distance that it can be delivered by Fireboats, monitors will not be used except on the specific order of the Incident Commander of the operation.
7.2.5 When monitors are shut down, large “slugs of water” drop along the line of the stream as pressure diminishes. These are considerable size and weight and members should be cautioned against walking under a path of a stream.
The correct answer is: Monitors will not be used except on the specific order of the Incident Commander.
study group of Captains preparing for the upcoming BC exam this summer are reviewing BISP procedures. One of the members begins to discuss Vacate and Seal Orders. He make one incorrect statement form the choices listed he should be corrected in which one?
AUC 5 Ch 4 Add 4
Question 28Answer
A.
Department of Buildings can be requested to the scene through the Borough Dispatcher for matters that fall under their jurisdiction.
B.
Only a Deputy Chief may approve the issuance of a Vacate Order.
Only a Staff Chief may approve the issuance of a Vacate Order.
C.
Units performing the vacate shall take pictures at the scene, using an available tablet / IPhone / I-Pad, showing the conditions that led to the issuance of the Vacate Order.
D.
Depending on the demographic make-up of a unit’s administrative area, vacate posters shall be ordered from the stationary stockroom in appropriate languages using form SR-99, Requisition for Supplies from Stationary Stockroom.
Your answer is correct.
2.1 Whenever an inspection of a building or occupancy reveals dangerous fire-breeding conditions, grave hazards affecting structural stability, inadequate or illegal means of egress, deficient fire suppression protection, or multiple fire or life hazards, that in the opinion of a Staff Chief, would constitute imminent peril to the occupants, or firefighters, in case of fire therein, and such conditions cannot be abated immediately, the building and/or occupancy may be vacated by the issuance of a Vacate Order to the OWNER(S) AND OCCUPANTS thereof. The Vacate Order shall be limited to those portions of the building where imminently perilous conditions exist.
Note: Department of Buildings can be requested to the scene through the Borough Dispatcher for matters that fall under their jurisdiction
3.1 When existing conditions at a premises are determined to be imminently perilous to life or property in case of fire, the Officer of the Administrative Unit shall notify the Battalion Chief, who shall respond to the scene. If the on-scene Battalion Chief believes that conditions observed warrant a vacate, a request shall be made for the Deputy Chief to respond.
Note: Only a Staff Chief may approve the issuance of a Vacate Order.
4.3 Unit performing the vacate shall take pictures at the scene, using an available tablet / IPhone / I-Pad, showing the conditions that led to the issuance of the Vacate Order.
4.3 Unit performing the vacate shall take pictures at the scene, using an available tablet / IPhone / I-Pad, showing the conditions that led to the issuance of the Vacate Order.
7.1 Vacate warning posters, (Form FP-5V) in English, and when appropriate, Spanish, Chinese, Korean, Italian, Russian, Haitian and/or Arabic shall be securely attached to each entrance of the building and/or occupancy. The Unit issuing the vacate shall write the date the Vacate Order was issued, the premises address and the part(s) of the premises that were vacated on each poster. Posters shall be replaced as necessary by the Administrative Unit during surveillance. Depending on the demographic make-up of a unit’s administrative area, vacate posters shall be ordered from the stationary stockroom in appropriate languages using form SR-99, Requisition for Supplies from Stationary Stockroom.
The correct answer is: Only a Deputy Chief may approve the issuance of a Vacate Order.
