FDNY Organizational Structure and Administration 4

Question 1

What is the term for the FDNY's formal written directive that implements policy changes or updates department procedures?

Accepted Answer

General Order

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Field Communication

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Bulletin

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Memorandum of Understanding

Question 2

Which FDNY rank is responsible for commanding an engine or ladder company at the scene of a fire?

Accepted Answer

Captain

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Battalion Chief

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Lieutenant

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Deputy Chief

Question 3

The FDNY's Incident Command System (ICS) aligns with which federal framework?

Accepted Answer

The National Incident Management System (NIMS)

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FEMA's National Response Framework (NRF) only

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The Department of Homeland Security's HSPD-5

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The FDNY's own proprietary command framework

Question 4

What is the purpose of an FDNY 'Special Call' at a fire scene?

Accepted Answer

Requesting additional specific resources beyond the standard assignment

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Dismissing units no longer needed at the scene

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Declaring a fire under control

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Notifying EMS of civilian injuries

Question 5

Which FDNY division handles investigations into the conduct of department members?

Accepted Answer

Bureau of Investigations and Trials

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Bureau of Fire Prevention

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Office of Equal Employment Opportunity

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Bureau of Training

Question 6

In FDNY alarm assignments, a '10-75' signal indicates what?

Accepted Answer

A working fire requiring the full first-alarm assignment to operate

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All units can return to quarters

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A false alarm confirmed

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A hazardous materials incident

Question 7

Which body is responsible for the civil service examinations used for FDNY promotions to Lieutenant?

Accepted Answer

New York City Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS)

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FDNY Bureau of Training

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New York City Civil Service Commission

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FDNY Office of Human Resources