12/1 Pre-Fire Planning

Questions and Answers

What should be done if a fire code violation causes a serious fire or life hazard in a Bureau occupancy?

Notify the local fire department and leave the scene immediately.

Wait for the next scheduled inspection to address the violation.

Notify the Fire Prevention Bureau and your immediate superior, then remain on the scene. (correct)

Complete a report and send it to the Fire Prevention Bureau within 24 hours.

In what scenario should Division Commanders attend and participate in inspections?

Only during emergency situations.

Whenever there is a scheduled training session.

When they are located within their area of fire prevention responsibility. (correct)

Only if they are designated as the lead inspector.

What is the proper action if an inspection responsibility lies with another station?

Notify the station commander and continue with other duties.

Notify the station commander and inform your immediate superior if there is a serious fire or life hazard. (correct)

Directly address the violation and take corrective action.

Ignore the violation and await further instructions.

Which procedures should be followed during a fire prevention inspection when violations are found?

Follow the procedures in Volume 6, Fire Prevention/ Inspection Procedure. Signup and view all the answers

What should the responsible inspecting member do while on the scene of a serious fire or life hazard violation?

Remain on the scene until relieved of responsibility. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of reviewing occupancy records in pre-fire planning?

To identify potential safety hazards and response needs Signup and view all the answers

During a pre-fire planning survey, what should be evaluated to determine if changes are needed in the first alarm response?

The response routes and water supply availability Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated by conducting a walk-through tour of the occupancy?

The identification of potential hazards Signup and view all the answers

Which document is utilized to request changes in the first alarm response?

F-225 letterhead Signup and view all the answers

What is an essential element of a pre-fire plan inspection or survey?

An evaluation and update of occupancy records and sketches Signup and view all the answers

What should stations do when planning pre-fire surveys outside their first-in district?

Coordinate with the local district station for timing Signup and view all the answers

What elements should be included in pre-fire planning surveys aside from buildings?

Hillsides, canyons, freeway interchanges, etc. Signup and view all the answers

Who should attend the training sessions for pre-fire planning surveys?

Company commanders responding to the occupancy Signup and view all the answers

What is a crucial component of pre-fire planning according to the guidelines?

Knowledge of building construction and fire fighting appliances Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the routine fire prevention program at each station?

Pre-fire planning inspections Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of conducting pre-fire planning surveys?

To analyze and evaluate potential fire fighting conditions Signup and view all the answers

Which activity is part of the pre-fire planning inspections?

Evaluating fire load, storage, and exits Signup and view all the answers

What type of occupancy records are reviewed during pre-fire planning surveys?

SORTS or FPOS Occupancy Records Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the focus of pre-fire planning activities?

Detailed analysis of potential fire fighting conditions Signup and view all the answers

How should field officers approach fire fighting problem formulations during surveys?

By formulating containment and extinguishment plans Signup and view all the answers

What must all members recognize in relation to pre-fire planning?

It is an integral part of their duties Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Pre-Fire Planning Overview

Essential for effective emergency handling in Los Angeles: knowledge of building construction, firefighting equipment, life hazards, and industrial hazards.
Responsibility for pre-fire planning lies with each member of the fire department.

Pre-Fire Planning Activities

Includes inspections and field surveys of various occupancies such as General, Fire Prevention Bureau, Freeways, and Brush.
Part of each station's routine fire prevention program.
Surveys focus on analyzing fire-fighting conditions and identifying potential hazards.

Pre-Fire Planning Inspections

Involve reviewing occupancy records and building construction.
Assess potential fire or safety hazards, fire load, storage, exposures, exits, and water supply.
Evaluate accessibility for the Fire Department and discuss key findings with team members.

Pre-Fire Planning Surveys

Conducted primarily within the station's first alarm district, including chalk-talk walk-throughs and occupancy record reviews.
Key tasks include diagramming occupancy layouts, determining response routes, evaluating water supply, and conducting walk-through tours.
Discuss observed hazards and create plans for fire-fighting strategies.

Documentation and Updates

Keeping accurate records and sketches of occupancies is vital for maintaining effective pre-fire plans.
Use SORTS or FPOS records to document inspections and surveys.
Maintain an up-to-date building inventory plan for pre-selected buildings.

Battalion Commanders' Training

Commanders must organize training sessions for conducting pre-fire planning surveys.
Attendance of responding company commanders is mandatory; division commanders should also participate when possible.

Fire Code Violations

Violations detected during inspections should be reported according to specific protocols.
If serious hazards are found, notification protocols include alerting the Fire Prevention Bureau and immediate superiors, remaining on-site until relieved.
Specific steps are to be followed based on whether the occupancy is under the inspecting member's station or another station's jurisdiction.

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This quiz focuses on the essentials of pre-fire planning for emergencies in Los Angeles. It covers key topics including building construction, fire fighting equipment, and the identification of life and industrial hazards. Prepare yourself with the necessary knowledge to ensure effective emergency response.