FDNY Fire Marshal Review
______ evidence that a firefighter usually discovers, in a broad sense, can be defined
as something material, visible and tangible. - ANS-Physical
What would be the most appropriate item used to collect and store evidence in an
emergency? - ANS-A new, heavy gauge plastic bag (used in pairs)
A 10-45 code 2 may be identified by which color tag? - ANS-Red
When a member is behaving in an unusual or other than normal manner, proper
notification shall be made and the appropriate guidelines followed. Notification will be in
the form of a request to? - ANS-Chief Medical Officer
Fire may spread vertically in Taxpayers via all of the following EXCEPT? -
ANS-conduction -mushrooming at upper levels
At a commercial fire, the Fire Marshal will perform all of the following upon his/her
arrival except? - ANS-Call for the Photo Unit in all cases
Fires in vapors of _____ fuel oil develop slowly at the start, but progress rapidly as
vapor production intensifies. - ANS-Diesel
One of a Fire Marshal's responsibilities is to make an examination of the interior of a
structure. Which choice below contains inaccurate information? - ANS-"V" Pattern burns
always point toward the point of origin
When a fatality occurs at an arson fire, who determines the cause and manner of
death? - ANS-The Fire Marshal and the Medical Examiner
Lividity usually starts _____ hours after death. - ANS-1 to 2
To assess fire conditions upon the arrival of first due units at a taxpayer fire, you
interview members who describe the color of smoke they initially observed before entry.
You know all of the following describe smoke that may be indicative of a backdraft
except in which choice? - ANS-Yellow green
Members shall be required to demonstrate a minimum level of proficiency with firearms
__________. - ANS-As often as directed
, In order to safeguard private property while operating, when FDNY members find
articles of value, such articles shall be turned over to their immediate supervisory
Officer, who in turn shall deliver them to the Officer in Command. An experienced Fire
Marshal would know that these articles may be turned over to all of the following
except? - ANS-The chief fire marshal if no owner, police officer or authorized
representative is on scene.
Which of the following restraints may be used by Fire Marshals? - ANS-Handcuffs
approved by the Bureau of Fire Investigation Firearms and Tactics Unit
A deceased victim found with soot in or around the nose and mouth indicates? -
ANS-breathing continued during the fire
What is the definition of material arranged to start and feed the initial fire (candles,
matches, electrical, mechanical, chemicals and others)? - ANS-Plants
The supervising fire marshal orders you to investigate a Brooklyn fire where a 10-23
was transmitted. You would be correct to know this is what kind of incident? -
ANS-Abandoned Derelict Vehicle
The Conflicts of Interest Board is the City agency responsible for interpreting,
administering and enforcing the Conflicts of Interest Law. If you have a question about
any provision of the Conflicts of Interest Law or about whether an activity that you are
engaging in or wish to engage in is subject to the law's restrictions, you may contact the
Conflicts of Interest Board by telephone. You may also contact the ________. -
ANS-Bureau of Legal Affairs
Most fires originate ____________ in taxpayers, where utilities, storage, and services
are located. This is the area from which the fire usually extends to the cockloft. - ANS-in
the rear of the first floor
Which of the following is not considered a minor injury according to Safety Bulletin 7? -
ANS-Sprains or strains, with minor discoloration
According to Regulations chapter 25, members shall not carry, possess, store or use
any firearm while on Department duty or on Department property. All of the following are
exempt from this policy except in which choice? - ANS-A Department member trained
as a Peace Officer
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