Article XVI Firefighting: Gas Supply Regulations

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What is the first step to be taken if the fire alarm system is not reset successfully?

Notify the Communications Division

Dispatch a unit on the automatic fire alarm

Disconnect wires from the batteries or transformer (correct)

Prepare the Form 22

When should the Communications Division be notified if the system is placed out of service?

Upon return to quarters (correct)

When the system is restored

Immediately

When the Form 22 is submitted

What is the purpose of the Form 22 that is submitted?

To notify the Fire Prevention Division of the defect and services performed (correct)

To request the restoration of the fire alarm system

To document the automatic fire alarm dispatch

To request the Communications Division to be notified

What is the requirement for submitting a Form 22 AFA when there is an automatic fire alarm?

Whenever a unit is dispatched on an automatic fire alarm Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the engine company officers regarding hose layouts?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

When are engine companies not required to await orders before using dual pumper operations at a hydrant?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the Battalion Fire Chiefs regarding pre-planning for radiation hazards?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the pre-connected attack line in a two-pump operation?

To supplement water supply from the hydrant or other water source Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct procedure for notifying the Fire/Arson Investigator if they will be delayed for a scene?

The Incident Commander will contact the investigator through the Office of Unified Communications. Signup and view all the answers

In cases of a suspected arson fire with the suspect still potentially on the scene, who will be immediately notified?

The Metropolitan Police Department, Arson Task Force, and Fire/Arson Investigator. Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended extinguishing agent for fires involving U.S. Mail chutes?

CO2 extinguishers, sand, or dry chemicals. Signup and view all the answers

What is the protocol if a dead body is discovered at the scene of a fire or emergency?

Ensure minimal disturbance to the scene and notify OUC and police detail. Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken when premises cannot be secured due to fire or forced entry?

Obtain the name of the responsible occupant, owner, or agent present and notify a police officer or OUC if needed. Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if a building is deemed structurally unsafe at an emergency scene?

Contact the Office of Unified Communications to request a building inspector visit. Signup and view all the answers

Who should be contacted if a vehicle's mail compartment is on fire and unattended?

[Office of Unified Communications] Signup and view all the answers

How should potentially insecure premises be handled when leaving an emergency scene?

[Office of Unified Communications] should be informed for immediate investigation. Signup and view all the answers

What action is required when units discover an unsafe, vacant structure?

Notify the battalion headquarters Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of posting placards on exterior walls of hazardous buildings?

To warn responding units of hazards Signup and view all the answers

What is the procedure when units discover vandalized 'Danger' placards on buildings?

Notify the Property Section for resupply Signup and view all the answers

What should units do when responding to structures with posted placards?

Exercise extreme caution Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken if a sprinkler system is flowing when the Department responds?

Notify the Office of Unified Communications Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for pumping water into a sprinkler or standpipe system?

Avoid contaminating the water system Signup and view all the answers

When should an interior alarm system be silenced by Department personnel?

When it becomes necessary Signup and view all the answers

If there is a fire, spill, or leak involving chemicals and there is no information available, who should the incident commander contact for information?

Chemtrec Signup and view all the answers

What range do the overhead power lines in the District of Columbia go up to?

132,000 volts Signup and view all the answers

In the event of a fire affecting food or drugs due to heat, smoke, or lack of refrigeration, which department should be notified?

Office of Unified Communications Signup and view all the answers

When responding to locations with downed electrical wires or arcing wires, what action should be taken if a wire is already down and no fire has resulted?

Report in service with Police presence warning of danger Signup and view all the answers

What defines a 'rekindle' in firefighting terminology?

A recurrence of fire within 8 hours at the same location Signup and view all the answers

When removing a refrigerator or freezer, what precautionary measures should be taken by the company officer?

Ensure children are not around Signup and view all the answers

To facilitate prompt staffing of the rescue squad, how many years of experience are generally required for firefighters detailed to the rescue squad?

3 years Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if conditions prevent communication with Chemtrec during a chemical emergency?

Radio contact Office of Unified Communications for desired information Signup and view all the answers

What action should platoon commanders of truck companies take regarding gas supply at the scene of an emergency?

Designate a person to shut off the gas supply and follow specific instructions Signup and view all the answers

What must members do when shutting off the gas supply during an emergency?

Attach a red tag to the shut-off valve or appliance and inform their platoon commander Signup and view all the answers

What is the procedure if a gas supply cannot be shut off during an emergency?

Request Office of Unified Communications to notify the Gas Company and report to platoon commander Signup and view all the answers

What is prohibited after the gas supply has been shut off during an emergency?

Turning on the gas supply or removing the red tag Signup and view all the answers

When should an incident commander notify the Office of Unified Communications regarding a Fire/Arson Investigator?

When a Fire/Arson Investigator is needed at the fire ground or scene of emergency Signup and view all the answers

What information should be provided when requesting a Fire/Arson Investigator?

The reason for needing a Fire/Arson Investigator Signup and view all the answers

Who should request the [Office of Unified Communications] to notify the Gas Company if gas cannot be shut off during an emergency?

'A member' who attempted to shut off the gas supply Signup and view all the answers

When can a member turn on the gas supply after it has been shut off during an emergency?

'Under no circumstances' should a member turn on the gas supply Signup and view all the answers

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What is the first step to be taken if the fire alarm system is not reset successfully?

When should the Communications Division be notified if the system is placed out of service?

What is the purpose of the Form 22 that is submitted?

What is the requirement for submitting a Form 22 AFA when there is an automatic fire alarm?

What is the responsibility of the engine company officers regarding hose layouts?

When are engine companies not required to await orders before using dual pumper operations at a hydrant?

What is the responsibility of the Battalion Fire Chiefs regarding pre-planning for radiation hazards?

What is the purpose of the pre-connected attack line in a two-pump operation?

What is the correct procedure for notifying the Fire/Arson Investigator if they will be delayed for a scene?

In cases of a suspected arson fire with the suspect still potentially on the scene, who will be immediately notified?

What is the recommended extinguishing agent for fires involving U.S. Mail chutes?

What is the protocol if a dead body is discovered at the scene of a fire or emergency?

What action should be taken when premises cannot be secured due to fire or forced entry?

What should be done if a building is deemed structurally unsafe at an emergency scene?

Who should be contacted if a vehicle's mail compartment is on fire and unattended?

How should potentially insecure premises be handled when leaving an emergency scene?

What action is required when units discover an unsafe, vacant structure?

What is the primary purpose of posting placards on exterior walls of hazardous buildings?

What is the procedure when units discover vandalized 'Danger' placards on buildings?

What should units do when responding to structures with posted placards?

What action should be taken if a sprinkler system is flowing when the Department responds?

What is the requirement for pumping water into a sprinkler or standpipe system?

When should an interior alarm system be silenced by Department personnel?

If there is a fire, spill, or leak involving chemicals and there is no information available, who should the incident commander contact for information?

What range do the overhead power lines in the District of Columbia go up to?

In the event of a fire affecting food or drugs due to heat, smoke, or lack of refrigeration, which department should be notified?

When responding to locations with downed electrical wires or arcing wires, what action should be taken if a wire is already down and no fire has resulted?

What defines a 'rekindle' in firefighting terminology?

When removing a refrigerator or freezer, what precautionary measures should be taken by the company officer?

To facilitate prompt staffing of the rescue squad, how many years of experience are generally required for firefighters detailed to the rescue squad?

What should be done if conditions prevent communication with Chemtrec during a chemical emergency?

What action should platoon commanders of truck companies take regarding gas supply at the scene of an emergency?

What must members do when shutting off the gas supply during an emergency?

What is the procedure if a gas supply cannot be shut off during an emergency?

What is prohibited after the gas supply has been shut off during an emergency?

When should an incident commander notify the Office of Unified Communications regarding a Fire/Arson Investigator?

What information should be provided when requesting a Fire/Arson Investigator?

Who should request the [Office of Unified Communications] to notify the Gas Company if gas cannot be shut off during an emergency?

When can a member turn on the gas supply after it has been shut off during an emergency?

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