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When should snow chains be used?
When should snow chains be used?
As conditions warrant
What effect do snow chains have on a vehicle's starting and stopping traction on snow and ice?
What effect do snow chains have on a vehicle's starting and stopping traction on snow and ice?
Approximately double
Under what conditions may chains be required according to the text?
Under what conditions may chains be required according to the text?
Accumulations affecting apparatus traction (deep snow, hard packed ice and/or snow conditions)
What factors should be taken into account when deciding to apply chains?
What factors should be taken into account when deciding to apply chains?
What is the maximum speed limit when snow chains are applied to the apparatus?
What is the maximum speed limit when snow chains are applied to the apparatus?
What should the officer in command of the apparatus do if cross links of chains break or become loose?
What should the officer in command of the apparatus do if cross links of chains break or become loose?
What kind of chains should be used on the apparatus?
What kind of chains should be used on the apparatus?
What should chauffeurs be proficient in when it comes to snow chains?
What should chauffeurs be proficient in when it comes to snow chains?
What should be done when weather and road conditions improve?
What should be done when weather and road conditions improve?
What should never be attempted inside of the firehouse when using snow chains?
What should never be attempted inside of the firehouse when using snow chains?
What precautions should be taken before the start of the winter driving season?
What precautions should be taken before the start of the winter driving season?
What skill should chauffeurs possess in relation to snow chains?
What skill should chauffeurs possess in relation to snow chains?
What action should be taken if cross links of chains break or become loose?
What action should be taken if cross links of chains break or become loose?
When is it appropriate to use snow chains?
When is it appropriate to use snow chains?
What type of chains should not be used on the apparatus?
What type of chains should not be used on the apparatus?
What should be done if cross links of chains break or become loose?
What should be done if cross links of chains break or become loose?
What precautions should be taken before the start of the winter driving season?
What precautions should be taken before the start of the winter driving season?
What is the maximum speed limit when snow chains are applied to the apparatus?
What is the maximum speed limit when snow chains are applied to the apparatus?
What action should be taken if cross links of chains break or become loose?
What action should be taken if cross links of chains break or become loose?
Under what conditions may chains be required according to the text?
Under what conditions may chains be required according to the text?
What factors should be taken into account when deciding to apply chains?
What factors should be taken into account when deciding to apply chains?
What is one important precaution to take when driving with snow chains installed?
What is one important precaution to take when driving with snow chains installed?
What should drivers remember even when snow chains are installed on the apparatus?
What should drivers remember even when snow chains are installed on the apparatus?
What specific driving skill should drivers exercise in relation to the use of snow chains?
What specific driving skill should drivers exercise in relation to the use of snow chains?
What is one key piece of advice for drivers in terms of their behavior when snow chains are in use?
What is one key piece of advice for drivers in terms of their behavior when snow chains are in use?
What is the purpose of periodically checking the condition of snow chains?
What is the purpose of periodically checking the condition of snow chains?
What specific driving skill should drivers exercise in relation to the use of snow chains?
What specific driving skill should drivers exercise in relation to the use of snow chains?
What action should be taken if cross links of chains break or become loose?
What action should be taken if cross links of chains break or become loose?
Under what conditions may chains be required according to the text?
Under what conditions may chains be required according to the text?
What damage can the use of chains on dry pavement cause to the apparatus?
What damage can the use of chains on dry pavement cause to the apparatus?
What is the mandatory action to be taken when weather and road conditions improve?
What is the mandatory action to be taken when weather and road conditions improve?
What is the consequence of not removing chains when weather and road conditions improve?
What is the consequence of not removing chains when weather and road conditions improve?
What is the potential impact of using snow chains on dry pavement on the apparatus's maneuverability?
What is the potential impact of using snow chains on dry pavement on the apparatus's maneuverability?
What specific action should the officer in command take if cross links of chains break or become loose while the apparatus is out of quarters?
What specific action should the officer in command take if cross links of chains break or become loose while the apparatus is out of quarters?
In what circumstances is it appropriate to use snow chains on the apparatus?
In what circumstances is it appropriate to use snow chains on the apparatus?
What is the mandatory action to be taken when weather and road conditions improve while the apparatus is equipped with snow chains?
What is the mandatory action to be taken when weather and road conditions improve while the apparatus is equipped with snow chains?
What driving skill should drivers exercise in relation to the use of snow chains?
What driving skill should drivers exercise in relation to the use of snow chains?
What is the one thing that should never be attempted inside of the firehouse when using snow chains?
What is the one thing that should never be attempted inside of the firehouse when using snow chains?
What specific driving skill should drivers exercise in relation to the use of snow chains?
What specific driving skill should drivers exercise in relation to the use of snow chains?
What action should be taken if cross links of chains break or become loose?
What action should be taken if cross links of chains break or become loose?
Under what conditions may chains be required according to the text?
Under what conditions may chains be required according to the text?
What specific driving skill should drivers exercise in relation to the use of snow chains?
What specific driving skill should drivers exercise in relation to the use of snow chains?
What is the maximum speed limit when snow chains are applied to the apparatus?
What is the maximum speed limit when snow chains are applied to the apparatus?
What type of chains should not be used on the apparatus?
What type of chains should not be used on the apparatus?
What is the consequence of not removing chains when weather and road conditions improve?
What is the consequence of not removing chains when weather and road conditions improve?
On which wheels should chains be mounted for any single axle apparatus?
On which wheels should chains be mounted for any single axle apparatus?
Where should chains be mounted for all dual rear axle apparatus?
Where should chains be mounted for all dual rear axle apparatus?
What is the general requirement for mounting chains on any single axle apparatus?
What is the general requirement for mounting chains on any single axle apparatus?
What is the specific mounting requirement for all dual rear axle apparatus?
What is the specific mounting requirement for all dual rear axle apparatus?
Where should snow chains be located on a dual rear axle apparatus?
Where should snow chains be located on a dual rear axle apparatus?
When should snow chains be mounted on a 4x4 vehicle?
When should snow chains be mounted on a 4x4 vehicle?
What type of vehicle should not require the mounting of snow chains?
What type of vehicle should not require the mounting of snow chains?
What is the specific mounting requirement for a single rear axle apparatus?
What is the specific mounting requirement for a single rear axle apparatus?
What is the specific location of snow chains on a single rear axle apparatus?
What is the specific location of snow chains on a single rear axle apparatus?
What is the mounting requirement for all dual rear axle apparatus?
What is the mounting requirement for all dual rear axle apparatus?
What is the potential impact of using snow chains on dry pavement on the apparatus's maneuverability?
What is the potential impact of using snow chains on dry pavement on the apparatus's maneuverability?
What is the maximum speed limit when snow chains are applied to the apparatus?
What is the maximum speed limit when snow chains are applied to the apparatus?
On which wheels should snow chains be located for all dual rear axle apparatus?
On which wheels should snow chains be located for all dual rear axle apparatus?
What specific action should be taken if cross links of chains break or become loose?
What specific action should be taken if cross links of chains break or become loose?
What is the mandatory action to be taken when weather and road conditions improve?
What is the mandatory action to be taken when weather and road conditions improve?
What is the specific mounting requirement for all dual rear axle apparatus?
What is the specific mounting requirement for all dual rear axle apparatus?
Under what conditions should the mounting of snow chains on four wheel drive (4x4) vehicles not be necessary?
Under what conditions should the mounting of snow chains on four wheel drive (4x4) vehicles not be necessary?
What specific driving skill should drivers exercise in relation to the use of snow chains according to the text?
What specific driving skill should drivers exercise in relation to the use of snow chains according to the text?
What is the mandatory action to be taken when weather and road conditions improve while the apparatus is equipped with snow chains?
What is the mandatory action to be taken when weather and road conditions improve while the apparatus is equipped with snow chains?
What type of chains should not be used on the apparatus according to the text?
What type of chains should not be used on the apparatus according to the text?
What is the purpose of the security decals issued to marked FDNY apparatus and voluntary hospital ambulances?
What is the purpose of the security decals issued to marked FDNY apparatus and voluntary hospital ambulances?
Where should the security decals be affixed on the vehicles?
Where should the security decals be affixed on the vehicles?
What kind of vehicles are issued with security decals?
What kind of vehicles are issued with security decals?
How are the security decals numbered and what do they correspond to?
How are the security decals numbered and what do they correspond to?
What specific information should EMS personnel report to the Citywide Dispatcher when observing a marked FDNY apparatus without a vehicle security decal?
What specific information should EMS personnel report to the Citywide Dispatcher when observing a marked FDNY apparatus without a vehicle security decal?
What is the mandatory action for the officer in command if cross links of chains break or become loose while the apparatus is out of quarters?
What is the mandatory action for the officer in command if cross links of chains break or become loose while the apparatus is out of quarters?
What type of vehicles should not require the mounting of snow chains according to the text?
What type of vehicles should not require the mounting of snow chains according to the text?
Where should the security decals be affixed on the marked FDNY apparatus and voluntary hospital ambulances?
Where should the security decals be affixed on the marked FDNY apparatus and voluntary hospital ambulances?
What specific information should personnel report to the appropriate borough dispatcher when observing a marked FDNY apparatus or voluntary hospital ambulance without a vehicle security decal?
What specific information should personnel report to the appropriate borough dispatcher when observing a marked FDNY apparatus or voluntary hospital ambulance without a vehicle security decal?
What action should be taken after requesting a mixer-off message for a marked FDNY apparatus or voluntary hospital ambulance without a vehicle security decal?
What action should be taken after requesting a mixer-off message for a marked FDNY apparatus or voluntary hospital ambulance without a vehicle security decal?
What should be done if personnel observe a marked FDNY apparatus or voluntary hospital ambulance that is part of the 911 system and does not have a vehicle security decal?
What should be done if personnel observe a marked FDNY apparatus or voluntary hospital ambulance that is part of the 911 system and does not have a vehicle security decal?
What is the mandatory procedure for personnel observing a marked FDNY apparatus or voluntary hospital ambulance that is part of the 911 system and lacks a vehicle security decal?
What is the mandatory procedure for personnel observing a marked FDNY apparatus or voluntary hospital ambulance that is part of the 911 system and lacks a vehicle security decal?
What should the dispatcher do when notified about an apparatus not having a vehicle security decal?
What should the dispatcher do when notified about an apparatus not having a vehicle security decal?
What is the after-hours notification protocol for an apparatus not having a vehicle security decal?
What is the after-hours notification protocol for an apparatus not having a vehicle security decal?
Where should the security decals be affixed on the vehicles?
Where should the security decals be affixed on the vehicles?
What specific information should EMS personnel report to the Citywide Dispatcher when observing a marked FDNY apparatus without a vehicle security decal?
What specific information should EMS personnel report to the Citywide Dispatcher when observing a marked FDNY apparatus without a vehicle security decal?
What action should the dispatcher take when notified about an apparatus not having a vehicle security decal?
What action should the dispatcher take when notified about an apparatus not having a vehicle security decal?
What is the mandatory procedure for personnel observing a marked FDNY apparatus or voluntary hospital ambulance that is part of the 911 system and lacks a vehicle security decal?
What is the mandatory procedure for personnel observing a marked FDNY apparatus or voluntary hospital ambulance that is part of the 911 system and lacks a vehicle security decal?
What specific information should EMS personnel report to the Citywide Dispatcher when observing a marked FDNY apparatus without a vehicle security decal?
What specific information should EMS personnel report to the Citywide Dispatcher when observing a marked FDNY apparatus without a vehicle security decal?
What should drivers remember even when snow chains are installed on the apparatus?
What should drivers remember even when snow chains are installed on the apparatus?
What are the mandatory notifications to be made when a dispatcher receives a report of an apparatus/vehicle not having a vehicle security decal?
What are the mandatory notifications to be made when a dispatcher receives a report of an apparatus/vehicle not having a vehicle security decal?
What specific information should EMS personnel report to the Citywide Dispatcher when observing a marked FDNY apparatus without a vehicle security decal?
What specific information should EMS personnel report to the Citywide Dispatcher when observing a marked FDNY apparatus without a vehicle security decal?
What action should be taken if cross links of chains break or become loose?
What action should be taken if cross links of chains break or become loose?
What type of chains should not be used on the apparatus according to the text?
What type of chains should not be used on the apparatus according to the text?
What is the after-hours notification protocol for an apparatus not having a vehicle security decal?
What is the after-hours notification protocol for an apparatus not having a vehicle security decal?
What specific information should EMS personnel report to the Citywide Dispatcher when observing a marked FDNY apparatus without a vehicle security decal?
What specific information should EMS personnel report to the Citywide Dispatcher when observing a marked FDNY apparatus without a vehicle security decal?
What specific action should the officer in command take if cross links of chains break or become loose while the apparatus is out of quarters?
What specific action should the officer in command take if cross links of chains break or become loose while the apparatus is out of quarters?
What is the potential impact of using snow chains on dry pavement on the apparatus's maneuverability?
What is the potential impact of using snow chains on dry pavement on the apparatus's maneuverability?
What is the specific requirement for the location of the vehicle security decal on marked apparatus/vehicles?
What is the specific requirement for the location of the vehicle security decal on marked apparatus/vehicles?
What action should be taken if personnel observe a marked FDNY apparatus or voluntary hospital ambulance without a vehicle security decal?
What action should be taken if personnel observe a marked FDNY apparatus or voluntary hospital ambulance without a vehicle security decal?
What is the specific requirement for the mounting of snow chains on a single rear axle apparatus?
What is the specific requirement for the mounting of snow chains on a single rear axle apparatus?
What is the purpose of periodically checking the condition of snow chains?
What is the purpose of periodically checking the condition of snow chains?
What is the mandatory action to be taken if a decal on an ambulance becomes damaged?
What is the mandatory action to be taken if a decal on an ambulance becomes damaged?
Who should make immediate notification to obtain a replacement decal for a damaged decal on an ambulance?
Who should make immediate notification to obtain a replacement decal for a damaged decal on an ambulance?
Where should the request for a replacement decal and all pertinent information be documented?
Where should the request for a replacement decal and all pertinent information be documented?
Who is responsible for preparing a sticker replacement report to the Assistant Commissioner of Fleet Services/Technical Services?
Who is responsible for preparing a sticker replacement report to the Assistant Commissioner of Fleet Services/Technical Services?
What immediate action should the EMS Station Officer take if a decal on an ambulance becomes damaged?
What immediate action should the EMS Station Officer take if a decal on an ambulance becomes damaged?
What specific action should be taken if cross links of chains break or become loose while the apparatus is out of quarters?
What specific action should be taken if cross links of chains break or become loose while the apparatus is out of quarters?
What is the mandatory documentation requirement when a replacement decal is requested for a damaged decal on an ambulance?
What is the mandatory documentation requirement when a replacement decal is requested for a damaged decal on an ambulance?
What is the protocol for after-hours notification for an apparatus not having a vehicle security decal?
What is the protocol for after-hours notification for an apparatus not having a vehicle security decal?
What specific action should the Division Commanding Officer take when a new security decal sticker has been issued?
What specific action should the Division Commanding Officer take when a new security decal sticker has been issued?
Where should EMS personnel report to the Citywide Dispatcher when observing a marked FDNY apparatus without a vehicle security decal?
Where should EMS personnel report to the Citywide Dispatcher when observing a marked FDNY apparatus without a vehicle security decal?
What is the mandatory documentation requirement when a replacement decal is requested for a damaged decal on an ambulance?
What is the mandatory documentation requirement when a replacement decal is requested for a damaged decal on an ambulance?
What is the specific mounting requirement for all dual rear axle apparatus?
What is the specific mounting requirement for all dual rear axle apparatus?
What is the immediate action to be taken if a decal on a fire apparatus becomes damaged?
What is the immediate action to be taken if a decal on a fire apparatus becomes damaged?
What documentation is required when requesting a replacement decal for a damaged decal on an ambulance?
What documentation is required when requesting a replacement decal for a damaged decal on an ambulance?
What should be done with all remnants of damaged decals on a fire apparatus?
What should be done with all remnants of damaged decals on a fire apparatus?
Where should the notification and all pertinent information about the damaged decal be recorded?
Where should the notification and all pertinent information about the damaged decal be recorded?
What action should be taken if a decal on a fire apparatus becomes damaged?
What action should be taken if a decal on a fire apparatus becomes damaged?
What is the mandatory procedure for personnel observing a marked FDNY apparatus or voluntary hospital ambulance that lacks a vehicle security decal?
What is the mandatory procedure for personnel observing a marked FDNY apparatus or voluntary hospital ambulance that lacks a vehicle security decal?
What is the potential impact of using snow chains on dry pavement on the apparatus's maneuverability?
What is the potential impact of using snow chains on dry pavement on the apparatus's maneuverability?
Under what conditions should the mounting of snow chains on four wheel drive (4x4) vehicles not be necessary?
Under what conditions should the mounting of snow chains on four wheel drive (4x4) vehicles not be necessary?
What is the mandatory documentation requirement when a replacement decal is requested for a damaged decal on an ambulance?
What is the mandatory documentation requirement when a replacement decal is requested for a damaged decal on an ambulance?
Where should the request for a replacement decal and all pertinent information be documented?
Where should the request for a replacement decal and all pertinent information be documented?
What specific action should be taken if cross links of chains break or become loose while the apparatus is out of quarters?
What specific action should be taken if cross links of chains break or become loose while the apparatus is out of quarters?
What is the potential impact of using snow chains on dry pavement on the apparatus's maneuverability?
What is the potential impact of using snow chains on dry pavement on the apparatus's maneuverability?
What action should operators of vehicles without decals expect from police?
What action should operators of vehicles without decals expect from police?
What is the expectation for members in regards to presenting identification to police personnel?
What is the expectation for members in regards to presenting identification to police personnel?
What is the mandatory procedure for personnel observing a marked FDNY apparatus or voluntary hospital ambulance that is part of the 911 system and lacks a vehicle security decal?
What is the mandatory procedure for personnel observing a marked FDNY apparatus or voluntary hospital ambulance that is part of the 911 system and lacks a vehicle security decal?
What should drivers exercise in relation to the use of snow chains?
What should drivers exercise in relation to the use of snow chains?
