FDNY FDNY Technical Rescue Operations

Question 1

In FDNY rope rescue operations, what is the minimum tensile strength required for a life-safety rope used for rescue according to NFPA 1983?

Accepted Answer

4,500 lbs (20 kN)

Answer

2,000 lbs (8.9 kN)

Answer

9,000 lbs (40 kN)

Answer

20,000 lbs (89 kN)

Question 2

During a structural collapse rescue, the FDNY uses a systematic victim search approach. What does the acronym 'LAST' stand for in collapse rescue?

Accepted Answer

Locate, Access, Stabilize, Transport

Answer

Listen, Assess, Search, Treat

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Locate, Assess, Secure, Triage

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Listen, Alert, Stabilize, Tag

Question 3

Which FDNY unit is specially trained and equipped to perform high-angle rope rescue, confined space rescue, and water rescue operations?

Accepted Answer

Rescue Company

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Engine Company

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Ladder Company

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Battalion Chief Unit

Question 4

In confined space rescue operations, which atmospheric condition is most likely to cause sudden incapacitation of a rescuer who does not wear SCBA?

Accepted Answer

Oxygen-deficient atmosphere below 19.5%

Answer

Carbon dioxide concentration of 0.5%

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Oxygen concentration of 20.8%

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Nitrogen concentration of 78%

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of a 'shore' in FDNY trench rescue operations?

Accepted Answer

To support the walls and prevent further collapse while rescuers work

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To pump water out of the trench

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To mark the boundary of the collapse zone

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To provide a platform for the rescue team to stand on

Question 6

In water rescue, what does the FDNY motto 'Reach, Throw, Row, Go' represent?

Accepted Answer

A progressive sequence of rescue techniques from least to most risk to the rescuer

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The order of commands given to a drowning victim

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The four types of water rescue equipment carried on apparatus

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The radio channels used during water rescue operations