Organizational Structure and Administration Flashcards

What is the significance of the FDNY's 'covering' system?

Answer: It redistributes companies to maintain coverage when units are out of quarters

The covering system moves available units into temporarily vacant firehouses to maintain geographic fire protection coverage across the city.

Which FDNY unit type is equipped with a large-diameter supply hose and is primarily responsible for delivering water to the fire?

Answer: Engine company

Engine companies carry hose, nozzles, and a pump, and are responsible for stretching hose lines and applying water to fires.

What administrative rank directly supervises a group of firefighters on a single tour within a firehouse?

Answer: Lieutenant

A Lieutenant is the immediate supervisor of a group of firefighters on a given tour and is the first line of company-level supervision.

The FDNY's organizational structure places several companies under the command of one administrative unit. What is that grouping called?

Answer: Battalion

A Battalion groups several engine and ladder companies within a geographic area, all commanded by a Battalion Chief.

Under the FDNY's unified command structure, who has ultimate authority at a multi-agency emergency scene?

Answer: The FDNY Incident Commander

At fire and rescue emergencies, the FDNY Incident Commander holds unified command authority over operations at the scene.

Which FDNY document assigns specific companies to respond to specific geographic areas and alarm types?

Answer: Run Card

Run Cards define which companies respond to specific locations and alarm levels, ensuring the correct resources are dispatched.

What is the primary purpose of the FDNY's Bureau of Training (BOT)?

Answer: Developing and delivering training programs for all FDNY members

The Bureau of Training oversees recruit training, in-service drills, and officer development programs for all FDNY members.