FDNY CYCLES 22-22 EXAM|QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS|NEW UPDATE
2026/2027| GUARANTEED SUCCESS|GRADED A+
T/F? When responding to a natural gas alarm; although the FDNY is authorized to shut curb
valves/service valves, it should only be
done as a last resort and in consultation with the Utility Company. Many valves are old and require skill
to shut to avoid breaking the valve.
CORRECT|ANSWER
True.
A "Main Valve" is not permitted to be shut by the FDNY. Main Valves are usually located on the street
side of the curb and are used to isolate large sections of the natural gas main.
What is the correct 10 code for floods and water spills?
CORRECT|ANSWER
10-40 Code 3
10-40 Utility Emergencies:
G - Gas, Code 1
E - Electrical, Code 2
W - Water, Code 3
S - Steam, Code 4
What is the correct impact load for the KLSR?
CORRECT|ANSWER
600 lbs falling 2 feet or more.
9,000 lb breaking strength. 1/2" in diameter.
, A Kernmantle LSR subjected to the weight of two people shall be OOS. A rope energy absorbing
component that has deployed from an impact load will immediately cause the rope to be placed OOS. In
the event of an unintended impact load, approximately 600 lb. load falling 2' or more, the Gemtor
energy absorber will begin to deploy, absorbing some of the energy, lessening the chance of a failure.
When lowering a member with the KLSR, where is the bag placed?
CORRECT|ANSWER
10 feet from the parapet, window or balcony.
Facing substantial object, place carrying case approximately 10' from the parapet/window with the Red
Anchor flap facing towards substantial object. Green flap faces towards point of descent. If obstructions
exist or roof footing is unstable, the carry case can be placed
closer to substantial object.
What type of extinguisher can be used on Class A, B, and C fires?
CORRECT|ANSWER
Dry Chem Extinguisher.
CO2 (Carbon Dioxide) extinguisher is used on Class B, C and K fires. Do not confuse the two.
What is the proper order of preference to travel to the roof of a Rowframe?
CORRECT|ANSWER
1st due aerial, 2nd due aerial, adjoining building (not immediate!).
Row frames have common cocklofts (Class 4), fire may spread into the immediately* adjoining building.
Do not confuse with Class 3 Brownstones, where immediately adjoining building is 3rd option of AAA.
2026/2027| GUARANTEED SUCCESS|GRADED A+
T/F? When responding to a natural gas alarm; although the FDNY is authorized to shut curb
valves/service valves, it should only be
done as a last resort and in consultation with the Utility Company. Many valves are old and require skill
to shut to avoid breaking the valve.
CORRECT|ANSWER
True.
A "Main Valve" is not permitted to be shut by the FDNY. Main Valves are usually located on the street
side of the curb and are used to isolate large sections of the natural gas main.
What is the correct 10 code for floods and water spills?
CORRECT|ANSWER
10-40 Code 3
10-40 Utility Emergencies:
G - Gas, Code 1
E - Electrical, Code 2
W - Water, Code 3
S - Steam, Code 4
What is the correct impact load for the KLSR?
CORRECT|ANSWER
600 lbs falling 2 feet or more.
9,000 lb breaking strength. 1/2" in diameter.
, A Kernmantle LSR subjected to the weight of two people shall be OOS. A rope energy absorbing
component that has deployed from an impact load will immediately cause the rope to be placed OOS. In
the event of an unintended impact load, approximately 600 lb. load falling 2' or more, the Gemtor
energy absorber will begin to deploy, absorbing some of the energy, lessening the chance of a failure.
When lowering a member with the KLSR, where is the bag placed?
CORRECT|ANSWER
10 feet from the parapet, window or balcony.
Facing substantial object, place carrying case approximately 10' from the parapet/window with the Red
Anchor flap facing towards substantial object. Green flap faces towards point of descent. If obstructions
exist or roof footing is unstable, the carry case can be placed
closer to substantial object.
What type of extinguisher can be used on Class A, B, and C fires?
CORRECT|ANSWER
Dry Chem Extinguisher.
CO2 (Carbon Dioxide) extinguisher is used on Class B, C and K fires. Do not confuse the two.
What is the proper order of preference to travel to the roof of a Rowframe?
CORRECT|ANSWER
1st due aerial, 2nd due aerial, adjoining building (not immediate!).
Row frames have common cocklofts (Class 4), fire may spread into the immediately* adjoining building.
Do not confuse with Class 3 Brownstones, where immediately adjoining building is 3rd option of AAA.
