Units are designated a suffix when assigned a specific task at an incident. The correct suffix for Systems Control Unit can be found in which choice?
A: E100S
B: E100Y
C: E100C
D: E100T
A: E100S
B:✔E100Y
C: E100C
D: E100T
Explanation:
A- Communication Unit
C- CFR-D
D- Transport Backup Unit
Comm ch 2 p-18
A Captain is discussing the probationary firefighter development program with one of his Lieutenants at the change of tours. He made the following remarks about the procedures but was incorrect in which one?
A: Probationary firefighters are provided with weekly training modules consisting of reading assignments and training videos that emphasize the fundamentals of firefighting.
B: At the end of each training module is a twenty question quiz that must be completed.
C: Probationary firefighters get three attempts to pass each quiz.
D: If a passing mark is not attained after the allowable attempts, the program will be temporarily locked and will require the company officer to contact the Probationary Firefighters Development Program via email.
A:✔Probationary firefighters are provided with weekly training modules consisting of reading assignments and training videos that emphasize the fundamentals of firefighting.
B: At the end of each training module is a twenty question quiz that must be completed.
C: Probationary firefighters get three attempts to pass each quiz.
D: If a passing mark is not attained after the allowable attempts, the program will be temporarily locked and will require the company officer to contact the Probationary Firefighters Development Program via email.
Explanation:
Probationary firefighters are provided with MONTHLY training modules consisting of reading assignments and training videos that emphasize the fundamentals of firefighting.
AUC 323 WILL BE ON YOUR TEST
AUC 323 2.1
Engine 100 and Ladder 100 were on the firehouse roof drilling on coffin cuts. Which of the following points below about cutting is correct?
A: Prior to venting skylights, the roof man should start cutting the roof with the saw.
B: Approximately 4x4 coffin cut is recommended.
C: The 3rd cut is considered the “knock out” cut.
D: The saw is designed that whenever possible, roof boards and coverings shall be cut in one operation.
A: Prior to venting skylights, the roof man should start cutting the roof with the saw.
B: Approximately 4x4 coffin cut is recommended.
C: The 3rd cut is considered the “knock out” cut.
D:✔The saw is designed that whenever possible, roof boards and coverings shall be cut in one operation.
Explanation:
Ladders 3 sec. 5.9
D is Correct.
A- After initial roof ventilation such as skylights, scuttles, bulkheads before getting into slower work like cutting.
B- Coffin Cut is 3’x6’.
C- 2nd cut is the “Knock out” cut.
Ladder 1 arrives at the blue light for a man under on Chambers St. They need to cross the third rail to reach a power removal box. Which action is correct?
A: Step directly on the third rail cover
B: Wait for transit personnel to escort you across
C: Never cross a third rail
D: Walk over the third rail
A: Step directly on the third rail cover
B: Wait for transit personnel to escort you across
C: Never cross a third rail
D:✔Walk over the third rail
Explanation:
AUC 207 sec 8.2.2
Walk over the third rail without stepping on the cover. The cover may fail under a persons weight if stepped on
One of the relatively new concepts discussed in fire dynamics is the idea that the location of the thermal interface (its height in the room) and the neutral plane are important when assessing the potential for rapid fire development. Which one statement below describing this idea is incorrect?
A: A low interface could indicate the fire is in the early stages of development or that you are close to the fire area.
B: A sudden rise in the interface could indicate that ventilation has occurred.
C: A sudden lowering of the interface could indicate a rapid intensification of the fire.
D: A neutral plane that is at or near the floor level may indicate that the fire is on the floor below.
A:✔A low interface could indicate the fire is in the early stages of development or that you are close to the fire area.
B: A sudden rise in the interface could indicate that ventilation has occurred.
C: A sudden lowering of the interface could indicate a rapid intensification of the fire.
D: A neutral plane that is at or near the floor level may indicate that the fire is on the floor below.
Explanation:
A. A HIGH interface could indicate the fire is in the early stages of development or that you are REMOTE FROM THE FIRE AREA.
Fire Dynamics Ch 2 3.5.5
Engine 98, Engine 99, and Engine 100 operated 1st 2nd and 3rd due for a fire in the stock room of a 100’x100’ Stop and Shop grocery store. After the fire was extinguished and the line was being taking up, the Incident Commander called all three of the companies to the front of the fire building for a discussion. The companies operated incorrectly at this taxpayer in all but which of the following?
A: Engine 98 stretched a 1 ¾” hoseline into the store to extinguish the fire.
B: Engine 99 stretched a 1 ¾” hoseline to the front of building without contacting Engine 98.
C: Engine 99 did not connect to the Fire Department Connection (FDC) sprinkler system because the Engine 99’s Officer said it is Engine 100’s responsibility to ensure it is done.
D: Engine 100 stretched a 2 ½” hoseline around the rear of the store without approval from the IC.
A: Engine 98 stretched a 1 ¾” hoseline into the store to extinguish the fire.
B: Engine 99 stretched a 1 ¾” hoseline to the front of building without contacting Engine 98.
C:✔Engine 99 did not connect to the Fire Department Connection (FDC) sprinkler system because the Engine 99’s Officer said it is Engine 100’s responsibility to ensure it is done.
D: Engine 100 stretched a 2 ½” hoseline around the rear of the store without approval from the IC.
Explanation:
Taxpayers sec 7.1.7A
C is Correct
It is the responsibility of the 3rd arriving engine company to ensure a supply line is stretched and connected to the FDC when the fire area or potential fire area is protected by a sprinkler system.
A- 2 ½” hoseline for taxpayers. Large, uncompartmented areas. (sec. 7.1.3)
B – 2nd arriving Engine MUST communicate with the 1st arriving Engine.(sec. 7.1.6)
D – 3rd hoseline shall be directed by the IC. (sec. 7.2.1 C)
The most correct procedure for an Immediate eCIDS entry can be found in which choice?
A: Company officer to fax a CD-201 to their administrative battalion then follow up with a phone call to inform the Chief of the pending immediate CIDS
B: Company officer to use eCIDS application to enter the proposed immediate CIDS followed by a phone call to their administrative battalion
C: Phone call to the BISP Hotline
D: Immediate eCIDS is no longer in use. Immediate eCIDS to be entered as a normal CIDS entry
A: Company officer to fax a CD-201 to their administrative battalion then follow up with a phone call to inform the Chief of the pending immediate CIDS
B:✔Company officer to use eCIDS application to enter the proposed immediate CIDS followed by a phone call to their administrative battalion
C: Phone call to the BISP Hotline
D: Immediate eCIDS is no longer in use. Immediate eCIDS to be entered as a normal CIDS entry
Explanation:
Immediate eCIDS procedure:
- Enter eCIDS application
- Change the “CIDS type” dropdown from “Original” or “Revised” to “Immediate”
- After submitting the CIDS entry, notify the admin BC by phone to inform the chief of the pending immediate CIDS
- BC to approve immediate CIDS, notify the admin DC by phone to inform the chief of the pending immediate CIDS
Paper copies of the CD-201 are no longer accepted
Comm ch 4 sec 4.3.3
The Blitzfire Oscillating Monitor is a valuable tool that can be used in a variety of situations. Which one point below describing this tool is incorrect?
A: The maximum pressure supplied to the Blitzfire is 200psi.
B: There is one 2 ½” supply inlet which should be supplied with only one 2 ½” hoseline.
C: The vertical range is approximately from 10 degrees to 45 degrees.
D: The minimum flow of 175 GPM is required for proper oscillation.
A:✔The maximum pressure supplied to the Blitzfire is 200psi.
B: There is one 2 ½” supply inlet which should be supplied with only one 2 ½” hoseline.
C: The vertical range is approximately from 10 degrees to 45 degrees.
D: The minimum flow of 175 GPM is required for proper oscillation.
Explanation:
A. The maximum pressure supplied to the Blitzfire is 175psi.
Cross Ref Ch 9 4.5.4 The maximum allowable pressure supplied to the New Yorker Multiversal is 200psi.
Engine Operations Ch 9 8.2, 8.3, 8.7.1, 8.7.4
You are reviewing CFR Unit staffing procedures during a prior to the 9x6 roll call. According to CFR guidelines, what is the minimum staffing requirement for a company to be in service as a CFR Unit prior to the start of the tour?
A: One CFR-certified officer and one firefighter
B: Minimum of 2 firefighters with current CFR certification
C: Minimum of 3 firefighters with current CFR certification
D: Minimum of 1 CFR-certified officer
A: One CFR-certified officer and one firefighter
B:✔Minimum of 2 firefighters with current CFR certification
C: Minimum of 3 firefighters with current CFR certification
D: Minimum of 1 CFR-certified officer
Explanation:
CFRD Chap 2 sec 1.7
B is Correct.
2 CFR firefighters at the start of the tour. Be aware that AFTER the start of the tour, it is a minimum of 2 members (FFs or Officer ) in order to be in service to CFR responses. (sec 1.8 NOTE)
The most correct ten code for an unnecessary alarm that was caused by construction activity can be found in which choice?
A: 10-35-1
B: 10-35-2
C: 10-35-3
D: 10-35-4
A: 10-35-1
B:✔10-35-2
C: 10-35-3
D: 10-35-4
Explanation:
10-35-1 Alarm system testing or servicing
10-35-2 Construction Activity
10-35-3 Ordinary household activity
10-35-4 Other known cause e.g., cigarette smoking
Comm ch 8 p-11
Listed below are several features of Brownstone buildings. Which one is incorrect?
A: Most brownstones do not have fire escapes.
B: The first floor is the only floor with two means of egress to the outside.
C: On upper floors do not overlook the possibility of small bedrooms having their only entrance from the hall. These rooms can be found in the front and rear.
D: An enclosed interior stair connects the second floor (parlor) and upper floors.
A: Most brownstones do not have fire escapes.
B: The first floor is the only floor with two means of egress to the outside.
C: On upper floors do not overlook the possibility of small bedrooms having their only entrance from the hall. These rooms can be found in the front and rear.
D:✔An enclosed interior stair connects the second floor (parlor) and upper floors.
Explanation:
D. An OPEN interior stair connects the second floor (parlor) and upper floors.
NOTE “B”: In brownstones the first floor is the basement. However, the word basement shall not be used for fireground communications.
Brownstones 2.1.2 A & C, 2.1.3, 2.2.7
During company drill, the members were practicing the leg lock maneuver on a portable ladder. Which of the following statements is correct about the leg lock?
A: The locking leg is on the same side as the working side.
B: The locking leg goes over and under the rung directly beneath the member’s feet.
C: The instep of the locking leg is placed on the beam opposite the working side.
D: The heel of the foot on the rung is placed against the other beam.
A: The locking leg is on the same side as the working side.
B: The locking leg goes over and under the rung directly beneath the member’s feet.
C:✔The instep of the locking leg is placed on the beam opposite the working side.
D: The heel of the foot on the rung is placed against the other beam.
Explanation:
Portable Ladders sec 8.2.1
C is Correct.
A – Locking leg is opposite of working side.
B - the locking leg is placed over and under the rung that is TWO rungs ABOVE the one on which the member is standing.
D – The arch of the foot.
The correct size hole to be cut on the roof of a Taxpayer can be found in which choice?
A: 3’X6’
B: 4’X4’
C: 6’X6’
D: 8’X8’
A: 3’X6’
B: 4’X4’
C: 6’X6’
D:✔8’X8’
Explanation:
Cutting a hole 8’X8’ is recommended in providing ventilation on Taxpayer roofs
Taxpayers sec 5.5.16
Units in Battalion 99 are conducting MUD at a row of Old Law Tenements with party wall balconies. During the drill the following statements are made. Which one is incorrect?
A: In the event of a fire, the occupant would use the fire escape balcony to escape to an adjoining building.
B: The roof firefighter must inform his/her officer and the IC of the presence of party wall balconies in the rear of the building.
C: The fire escape cannot be used by firefighters to go from one floor to another for VEIS, gain access to the roof or for the stretching of hoselines.
D: The IC should consider calling an additional engine company when there are party wall balconies.
A: In the event of a fire, the occupant would use the fire escape balcony to escape to an adjoining building.
B: The roof firefighter must inform his/her officer and the IC of the presence of party wall balconies in the rear of the building.
C: The fire escape cannot be used by firefighters to go from one floor to another for VEIS, gain access to the roof or for the stretching of hoselines.
D:✔The IC should consider calling an additional engine company when there are party wall balconies.
Explanation:
D. The IC should consider calling an additional LADDER COMPANY when there are party wall balconies.
MAYBE MORE OF A BC POINT BUT I WOULDN’T GIVE THIS UP FOR COMPANY OFFICER
Multiple Dwelling 3.8.6
After returning to service, Tower Ladder 200’s members assembled around the apparatus to review proper positioning techniques. This was the LCC’s first tour driving out of chauffeur school. In which of the following statements about Tower Ladder positioning is incorrect?
A: The ideal horizontal distance from the center line of the turntable to an objective is 35 feet.
B: Generally, the apparatus should be parallel to the building.
C: When the center line of the turntable is 25 feet from a building there will be sufficient room for the bucket to be dropped below the horizontal with the boom perpendicular to the side of the apparatus.
D: Positioning the Tower Ladder at a corner building affords coverage on two fronts, enabling operations over a much wider area.
A:✔The ideal horizontal distance from the center line of the turntable to an objective is 35 feet.
B: Generally, the apparatus should be parallel to the building.
C: When the center line of the turntable is 25 feet from a building there will be sufficient room for the bucket to be dropped below the horizontal with the boom perpendicular to the side of the apparatus.
D: Positioning the Tower Ladder at a corner building affords coverage on two fronts, enabling operations over a much wider area.
Explanation:
Tower Ladders Chap 2 sec. 2 7th bullet.
A is incorrect.
Objective is 32 feet.
Very tight but numbers are easy test questions.
The correct width of a Trench cut can be found in which choice?
A: At least 2’ wide
B: At least 3’ wide
C: At lest 4’ wide
D: At least 5’ wide
A: At least 2’ wide
B:✔At least 3’ wide
C: At lest 4’ wide
D: At least 5’ wide
Explanation:
A trench cut is an opening made the full distance between two exterior walls or other fire stops. The width of the trench should be at least 3 feet wide. A trench cut may be made in any direction
It is NOT practical to trench a large roof area of a Taxpayer where fire has SERIOUSLY involved a major portion of the cockloft
Taxpayers sec 5.6
Engine company 385 is operating at a fire in a storage building at the airport. The officer is directed by the IC to supply water to the intake of the ARFF Crash Truck. The officer would be correct to tell his ECC not to exceed what pressure?
A: 150psi
B: 120psi
C: 100psi
D: 80psi
A: 150psi
B: 120psi
C: 100psi
D:✔80psi
Explanation:
NOTE: This bulletin has been revamped a few times over the last few years and may prompt examiners to ask a question from it.
AUC 325 4.1.3
A probie is assigned to the housewatch for the first time during the 9x6 tour. You are explaining the responsibilities involved, including when to notify the officer on duty immediately if visitors or employees enter the firehouse. You tell the probie that there are certain exceptions where you are not allowed to make any notifications unless directed by the employee visiting. The housewatch can notify the officer right away in which of the following below?
A: EEO staff enters the firehouse.
B: The Testing Unit enters the firehouse.
C: BITS enters the firehouse.
D: Department of Investigations enters the firehouse.
A:✔EEO staff enters the firehouse.
B: The Testing Unit enters the firehouse.
C: BITS enters the firehouse.
D: Department of Investigations enters the firehouse.
Explanation:
Regs Chap 20 sec 20.3.9
A is correct
This member will notify the Officer-on-duty that his/her presence is required at the housewatch area. No other notification or any other announcement shall be made regarding the presence of EEO.
No Fire Department employee shall make any notification to any superior Officers or any other announcement regarding the entry or presence of DOI, BITs or Testing Unit personnel on official business unless specifically directed to do so by DOI, BITs or Testing Unit personnel.
When only one ladder company is on scene for a working fire a safety team must be established ( 2 in/2 out). The correct safety team for this scenario can be found in which choice?
A: LCC/OV FF
B: LCC/Roof FF
C: OV/Roof FFs
D: OV FF/FF to be designated by the company officer
A:✔LCC/OV FF
B: LCC/Roof FF
C: OV/Roof FFs
D: OV FF/FF to be designated by the company officer
Explanation:
Only one ladder company on scene:
Safety Team
5 FFs…..LCC/OV FF
4 FFs…..LCC/Outside FF designated by the officer
MMID ch 1 p- 4
Aerial Ladder 100 arrived first due for a fire on the 3rd floor of a 4-story Brownstone type Rowframe that has a 1-story setback. There was no visible life hazard on arrival. They took the following actions. Which one was incorrect?
A: The roof firefighter proceeded the roof of the fire building via Ladder 100’s aerial ladder with tools including the halligan, 6’ halligan hook and the LSR.
B: The OV immediately made his way to the rear with tools including a 10’ hook or 10’ scissor ladder to perform outside vent of the floors within reach.
C: The LCC raised the aerial to the roof, waited for the completion of roof size up, and after no indication from the roof firefighter of the need for rescue, repositioned the aerial ladder to the 3rd floor for VEIS.
D: The officer proceeded to the seat of the fire in the rear bedroom on the 3rd floor and tried to contain it by shutting the door. A thorough primary search was started at that point.
A: The roof firefighter proceeded the roof of the fire building via Ladder 100’s aerial ladder with tools including the halligan, 6’ halligan hook and the LSR.
B: The OV immediately made his way to the rear with tools including a 10’ hook or 10’ scissor ladder to perform outside vent of the floors within reach.
C:✔The LCC raised the aerial to the roof, waited for the completion of roof size up, and after no indication from the roof firefighter of the need for rescue, repositioned the aerial ladder to the 3rd floor for VEIS.
D: The officer proceeded to the seat of the fire in the rear bedroom on the 3rd floor and tried to contain it by shutting the door. A thorough primary search was started at that point.
Explanation:
C. The LCC raised the aerial to the roof, waited for the completion of roof size up, and after no indication from the roof firefighter of the need for rescue, repositioned the aerial ladder to the TOP FLOOR for VEIS.
NOTE Cross Ref Pg 36: In an OLT type Rowframe for a fire on the 3rd floor or above the LCC repositions the AL to the FIRE FLOOR for VEIS. For a fire on the 1st or 2nd floor LCC would use a portable.
Also, in this OLT Type scenario the LCC does not need to wait for the completion of roof size up before repositioning as he/she must with Brownstone type.
KNOW THESE DIFFERENCES DEPENDING ON THE TYPE OF ROWFRAME
Rowframes 5.7 A #7, D #2 & 3, E #2, F
The senior LCC of an aerial ladder company was showing the younger members how to attain accuracy when lining up the ladder with a window. Which of the following points is correct?
A: The ladder tip should be more than 6” over a window sill.
B: Recommeded distance of the tip from objective is 1”-3”.
C: For the experienced member, accuracy will be obtained by sighting along the ladder rail of the bottom section.
D: For the less experienced member, this accuracy will be attained by sighting along the underside of the ladder beam on the top sliding section.
A: The ladder tip should be more than 6” over a window sill.
B: Recommeded distance of the tip from objective is 1”-3”.
C: For the experienced member, accuracy will be obtained by sighting along the ladder rail of the bottom section.
D:✔For the less experienced member, this accuracy will be attained by sighting along the underside of the ladder beam on the top sliding section.
Explanation:
Aerial Ladders sec. 3.1.4
D is Correct.
A- less than 6”(3.1.6)
B- 2”-6” (3.1.5)
C- Along the ladder rail of the TOP section.
Ventilation profile indicators are when smoke changes in volume, pressure or velocity and/or fire from an opening. The correct notification when these indicators occur shall be made to whom?
A: IC and Ladder Officer operating inside the fire area
B: Ladder Officer operating inside the fire area only
C: Ladder Officer operating inside the fire area and the Ladder Officer on the floor above only
D: Ladder Officer and Engine Officer operating inside the fire area
A:✔IC and Ladder Officer operating inside the fire area
B: Ladder Officer operating inside the fire area only
C: Ladder Officer operating inside the fire area and the Ladder Officer on the floor above only
D: Ladder Officer and Engine Officer operating inside the fire area
Explanation:
Changes of ventilation profile indicators must be communicated via handie-talkie to the Ladder Officer operating inside the fire area and IC
Ventilation p- viii
Units are operating at a motor vehicle accident on the highway with a posted speed limit of 60 MPH. It is expected cars are travelling approximately 70 MPH. The officer asks two of his members to place flares for safety. What is the minimum distance to the furthest flare?
A: 220ft
B: 310ft
C: 420ft
D: 550ft
A: 220ft
B: 310ft
C: 420ft
D:✔550ft
Explanation:
The fastest expected speed is what matters! Formula is fastest expected speed x first digit of fastest expected speed + 60.
70 x 7 + 60 = 550
They ask this on almost every test!
Training Bulletin Fires 8 8.1 #3
In a shaft fire in an Old Law Tenement exposing multiple floors, what is the first priority for the 2nd ladder company’s OV and Roof Firefighters if not needed in the original fire building?
A: Operate in the exposed building to check for fire extension and life hazard.
B: Operate on the roof on the fire building.
C: Team up and go 2 floors above the fire to check for extension.
D: Begin overhaul and start secondary searches in the fire apartment.
A:✔Operate in the exposed building to check for fire extension and life hazard.
B: Operate on the roof on the fire building.
C: Team up and go 2 floors above the fire to check for extension.
D: Begin overhaul and start secondary searches in the fire apartment.
Explanation:
Ladders 3 sec. 4.2.3
A is correct.
If the OV and Roof are not needed in the fire building, they are available for work in the exposed building .