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  • Where should spare masks or Fast Paks be obtained when they go out of service?
  • Which chemical agent is noted for having no odor?
  • What is the cautionary step when pressing the PTT button on the Remote Speaker Mic?
  • What is the load capacity for straight and extension ladders that are 26 feet or less?
  • Which type of ladder is typically preferred for accessing a peaked roof?
  • What is the color for the pressure reducer assembly of Squad vehicles?
  • What does the presence of smoke pushing at the floor line typically indicate?
  • Where are the snow chains located on a single rear axle apparatus?
  • At an under river rail operation, which assignment does not require SOC units and/or SOC Support Ladder Companies?
  • What is indicated by light smoke stains close to the point of origin?
  • Who is authorized to order the application of FireIce units?
  • What is the assistant's role during an open firehouse event?
  • What is the primary feature of the HT APX8000XE radio?
  • What is the preferred sequence of ladder types used for roofing access?
  • What type of incidents does the acronym "PTUHEARD" cover in multi-agency response scenarios?
  • What is the purpose of using SCBA in a confined space?
  • What is the discharge range of an AFFF extinguisher?
  • What should be checked for when placing an Aerial Ladder into operation?
  • What is the importance of using a Gas Detector?
  • What action can the Roof Sector Supervisor take at a taxpayer fire?
  • What is the typical height of a cockloft in a Brownstone?
  • What does the TAC "U" channel allow the Incident Commander (IC) and designated members to do?
  • Which of the following includes shoring as a relevant task during operations?
  • How far above the roof should the tip of a ladder extend when placed at a roof?
  • What is the required retention period for the Company Journal?
  • Which of the following statements is true regarding the Post Radio's battery life when employing the 10/10/80 formula?
  • How many microphones are present on a Remote Speaker Mic?
  • What is the maximum adult-to-child ratio for children in grades 5 and over during a firehouse visit?
  • What does one long blast of the air horn signal indicate?
  • What must be checked by the Company Commander at the beginning of each tour regarding lights?
  • What should no lines be left blank between when making journal entries?
  • What must the officer do upon being notified of a burst main?
  • What is the appropriate adult-to-child supervision ratio for a firehouse visit for children up to 2nd grade?
  • What is the safety zone distance members must maintain when vehicle straps are in use?
  • Where is the unit designation marked on straight portable ladders?
  • When hoisting a portable ladder to the roof, how far from the end of the rope should the bowline knot be tied?
  • What should not be attempted by FDNY members regarding outside steam valves?
  • In a building collapse operation, where should the first Tower Ladder be positioned?
  • Who can officially request the response of a Collapse Portable On Demand Storage (PODS) unit?
  • What does steady green indicate for battery charging?
  • How long does the PASS device wait before emitting an alert after receiving a signal?
  • Which scenario classifies a gas emergency related to readings inside a manhole?
  • When is the pedestal for a Tower Ladder required to be staffed?
  • What does a solid red LED indicator on the HT signify?
  • What is the minimum safe operating distance for applying water on a live 138 kV electrical component from a Con Ed facility?
  • As the Lieutenant of Engine 350 arriving first due to a fire, what action is most appropriate?
  • In a firefighting context, what does a rapidly flashing "LO batt" message indicate?
  • What is the recommended ladder position for subsequent Tower Ladders during a collapse operation?
  • After every roll call, what must the on-duty officer conduct with all members?
  • If a probationary firefighter fails their 20-question quiz three times, who must the officer contact?
  • When must the turntable and pedestal for an Aerial Ladder be staffed?
  • What action should be taken if an ambulance is stuck with a patient inside?
  • Who receives the Collision Report (CD-19) after an apparatus collision?
  • When responding to a leak from the Buckeye pipeline, what is the correct number of turns for the manual shutoff valve?
  • What color are Marine 12' and 20' portable hook ladders with wood beams?
  • What color label is affixed to the MET-L-X handheld extinguisher for Class D fires?
  • In a fire on the 10th floor of a 20-story building, which member is responsible for coordinating the deployment of a Wind Control Device (WCD)?
  • What is the maximum weight capacity for a Tower Ladder used as a High Point Anchor?
  • During situations where the aerial ladder is in use, what should the LCC do?
  • Which two categories encompass potential hazards in a confined space?
  • What is the procedure for forcible entry during a gas emergency?
  • How is Fire and Ice designated on the response ticket?
  • Which FDNY companies are trained to handle complex confined space entries?
  • Your unit responds to an overt biological release. What is the correct initial exclusion zone size you should establish?
  • What duration is allowed for completing the investigation of a complaint?
  • What color is the "Danger Do Not Enter" tape used by FDNY?
  • What is the optimal operating pressure at the nozzle for FireIce?
  • Which of the following is NOT a core competency of the functional areas of expertise for FDNY?
  • Which unit is NOT supervised by the Logistics Section Chief in a high-rise fire?
  • What method is used to announce the presence of danger at a gas leak?
  • During a taxpayer fire, where should a Tower Ladder be positioned?
  • How many firefighters are in Group 1 under Staffing Level A?
  • Which valve should be closed first in the priority order of gas valve closure?
  • When a member has credible information about a life hazard, what should the IC do?
  • How many members should be in the Blast Zone for rapid evacuation?
  • What is the weight capacity of an Aerial Ladder used as a High Point Anchor for Confined Space?
  • What is lined up with the objective for an Aerial Ladder?
  • What color ink must civilian employees use to make entries in the company journal?
  • What should officers do when they find errors in Company Journal entries?
  • What should officers do in the last hour of their tour?
  • When should the CD-72 be submitted in case of an injury?
  • If the battery display shows "LO batt" rapidly, what action should be taken?
  • Which practice is recommended for LEL reading during a suspected gas leak?
  • Which statement is true regarding the Fast Pak?
  • Which units are supervised by the Logistics Section Chief in a fire at a high-rise office building?
  • Which class of building construction is identified as a fireproof structure?
  • What should be done if gas readings are 80% LEL or greater?
  • What is the minimum distance required from live 138kv electrical components when the angle of a fog stream is less than 30 degrees?
  • In the sequence FAIR for firefighter crises, what does the 'I' stand for?
  • To facilitate communications during CFR and non-fire emergencies, which channel can members switch to when channel 1 is impractical?
  • In a situation where a pedestrian is struck, who is in charge of all patient care decisions when multiple agencies are involved?
  • What is established for multi-agency incidents with overall incident management responsibility?
  • In the event of a fire in a Brownstone, what is the alarm assignment for two floors of fire?
  • How should private contractors entering or leaving quarters record their presence in the journal?
  • How long must you hold the High Visibility LED to activate it?
  • How do you return to Zone A on the HT channel?
  • During large caliber stream operations, what should be done when taking up?
  • What are the primary characteristics of natural gas?
  • What situations require an MV-104 report to be filed?
  • When should the Handie Talkie be inspected?
  • How often must all levels of command access the computer injury reporting system (CIRS) for reviews?
  • When placing a ladder against a fire escape, where should the tip be?
  • What color tape should be used to mark the outside potential blast zone at subsurface leaks?
  • How should apparatus and appliances be positioned during a gas emergency?
  • What action should an officer take when no patient is found after a complete search?
  • What is the initial operating distance for a firefighter at a FireIce operation?
  • What should members do in a steam control room filled with pipes during an emergency?
  • How soon must the Collision Report be submitted following an incident?
  • What is the maximum acceptable transport index (TI) of a package in mR/hr?
  • What is the retention period for Fire Record Journals and Company Office Record Journal?
  • Which vehicle assembly has an orange color coding in the SCBA gear?
  • What type of assignment is necessary when a floor is fully involved in fire at a rowframe?
  • What color are the voice and flight data recorders typically?
  • What is the point of origin (POO) in a fire investigation?
  • What should members do if their driver's license has been suspended or revoked?
  • What does the 2nd due roof take with them to a top floor fire?
  • What is the priority when reaching a downed firefighter according to the proper procedures?
  • In the event of a downed firefighter incident, which equipment must be activated before assessing the situation?
  • What does heavy smoke stains remote from the point of origin indicate?
  • When arriving at a top floor fire as the 1st due chauffeur of Ladder 32, what should you do?
  • Which colors should never be cut when operating at a hybrid vehicle emergency due to high voltage cables?
  • What is the maximum pressure that steam at generating plants can reach?
  • What type of doors is the Rabbit Tool specifically designed to open?
  • What does an absence of a V pattern in fire debris indicate?
  • What acronym refers to the responsibilities within the confines of a single command structure?
  • What should be avoided when operating during a gas fire?
  • What are three distinct types of atmospheric hazards?
  • Which of the following is incorrect when filling out a PCR?
  • What type of manhole covers can FDNY remove with proper approval?
  • In case of a high energy line break, which incident classification is applicable?
  • How much time in advance must members request guidance from the Fire Safety Education Unit for presentations?
  • What is the correct priority order for shutting down gas valves?
  • What is the numerical length designation for straight portable ladders?
  • Upon receipt of a complaint, how long should Company Commanders have these complaints investigated?
  • What are the staffing levels categorized as in FDNY?
  • What equipment is considered intrinsically safe as per FDNY guidelines?
  • Can the Rabbit Tool be utilized in both horizontal and vertical orientations?
  • According to Incident Command System guidelines, what is the ideal span of control range for an individual with management responsibility?
  • What does a flashing red battery indicator mean?
  • What does the term 'EFV' signify in relation to gas service pipes?
  • What is one responsibility of a Company Commander after roll call at the beginning of each tour?
  • What will Decon Engine 20 and SOC Support Ladder 41 be designated as when responding to a Technical Decon Task Force?
  • How are the identification tags on Con Ed main valves structured?
  • In a single command structure, which incident is the Incident Commander NOT solely responsible for?
  • Which unit carries two Indian pumps and fire brooms among other equipment?
  • Where should the Company roster be placed in the Company Journal?
  • How long should a nozzle be flushed with fresh water after completing a FireIce operation?
  • Which color indicates the automatic download of the Spare Radio Database in EFAS?
  • For which type of gas mains does FDNY have no authority to shut down?
  • What is displayed in red on the EFAS screen during a member's EAB activation?
  • How should a ladder be placed alongside a fire escape on a building wall?
  • What does NC signify on a tag near the gas meter?
  • Where in the Company Journal are training sessions recorded?
  • What is the minimum safe distance for fog streams greater than 30 degrees on live 345kv components?
  • What should be avoided when handling a leaking hose under pressure?
  • When should company commanders test the operation of all motors and pumps in special unit apparatus?
  • What information appears on the EFAS screen when a member activates their EAB?
  • How long can units be out of service (OOS) for fire safety education functions?
  • What should be done if a link of the snow chain breaks while not responding to an emergency?
  • What is the required distance from the objective for a Tower Ladder?
  • What is the weight limit for recovery straps used by the FDNY?
  • What are the height limitations of an Aerial Ladder?
  • Which of the following is NOT part of the ABC FEEDS responsibilities?
  • What situation defines a major gas emergency?
  • What does the symbol of a V circled with a horizontal line in a collapse indicate?
  • What is the minimum distance a Tower Ladder should maintain from live 138kv electrical components when using a straight stream?
  • What is the correct ladder tip height when placed at a window?
  • In the event of a fire at a private dwelling, what action can the Incident Commander instruct the FAST team to take?
  • What tools do the 1st due Ladder OV take to a top floor fire?
  • What is defined as an FDNY apparatus collision?
  • What is the approximate climbing angle for a ground ladder?
  • Who supervises the Resources Unit Leader in a high-rise office building fire?
  • What is the maximum speed an apparatus can travel with snow chains applied?
  • What is the preferred method for vehicle recovery according to FDNY guidelines?
  • Which unit carries extension hoses and other equipment to supplement the operation of the Con Ed vacuum truck?
  • For extension ladders measuring 27 to 35 feet, what is their load capacity?
  • What is the proper order of concern when addressing a downed firefighter?
  • What is the primary mission during a major gas emergency response?
  • Which is NOT a known characteristic of the Department-issued thermal imaging camera?
  • Which two incidents are exceptions to the 10-51 signal for fire safety education programs?
  • What is the load capacity for collapsible ladders?
  • What indicates that the battery is running low in the digital in-line pressure gauge?
  • What is another name for a composite truss?
  • What distinctive smell is associated with Cyanogen Chloride?
  • What size should the main size of water supply be for operations to avoid needing a second hydrant?
  • What does the officer need to confirm when smoke is observed at the floor level on a building exterior?
  • What action must an officer take when a civilian claims the Department is responsible for an accident?
  • What is the appropriate hose line for defensive positions at a gas emergency?
  • What should the officer verify if no patient is found after checking the dispatch information?
  • Which agency should be contacted when a unit interacts with a child suspected of abuse or maltreatment?
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