360 Size-Up and SOPs for Incident Command

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What is the primary purpose of the 360 size-up procedure at a structure fire?

To provide guidance for obtaining the 360 benchmark at a structure fire (correct)

To collect equipment for firefighting

To assess the fire department’s response time

To determine the fire chief's approval for actions

Which of the following is NOT one of the considerations during a 360 size-up?

Ventilation openings and flow path identification

Location and volume of fire

Location of trapped victims

Weather conditions (correct)

What should happen once the 360 size-up is completed?

A report must be filed with local authorities

Firefighters must immediately enter the structure

The Incident Commander will transmit the Incident Action Plan (correct)

The fire chief must approve the findings

What should be done if the 360 size-up cannot be completed?

Announce it over the assigned talk group Signup and view all the answers

In the provided example of a 360 size-up report, what does the 'E16 Command' indicate?

A summary of the 360 size-up findings Signup and view all the answers

What is the highest priority for the Incident Commander during an incident?

Life safety Signup and view all the answers

Which benchmark indicates that life safety has been addressed?

Primary Search 'All Clear' Signup and view all the answers

In the context of incident priorities, what does 'Property Conservation' aim to achieve?

Minimize property damage while achieving objectives Signup and view all the answers

How should the command structure be developed during an incident?

To match the complexity of the incident Signup and view all the answers

Which priority may need to be addressed first even though it appears last in the list?

Incident Stabilization Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary decision an Incident Commander must make regarding rescue operations?

Whether to remove victims from the fire or fire from the victims Signup and view all the answers

Why might occupants be safer in their rooms during a fire incident?

Movement through contaminated areas could be dangerous Signup and view all the answers

What is the most urgent reason for calling additional alarms during a rescue operation?

To provide resources for victim removal and treatment Signup and view all the answers

In what order should rescue efforts be extended according to the protocol?

Most severely threatened areas, largest number of victims, remainder of the fire area, exposed areas Signup and view all the answers

Which factors must the Incident Commander consider for rescue size-up?

Number, location, and condition of victims Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the size-up procedure?

To assist in identifying factors affecting size-up Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes the nature of incident factors?

They are dynamic and changeable Signup and view all the answers

What essential process must the Incident Commander avoid before committing to a strategy?

Overcoming the action instinct Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is a source of information for the Incident Commander?

Visual information from observations Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of pre-planning and familiarity information?

To provide initial intelligence for the Incident Commander Signup and view all the answers

How should the Incident Commander use size-up factors during an incident?

By continuously evaluating and adjusting them Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in conducting size-up for an incident?

Evaluating critical incident factors Signup and view all the answers

What does the phrase 'conscious process' refer to in the context of size-up?

Rapid but deliberate consideration of factors Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Standard Operating Procedure regarding 'All Clear'?

To define the search benchmark 'All Clear' Signup and view all the answers

What does a Primary Search involve?

Quickly checking all affected areas for occupants Signup and view all the answers

What is the critical factor associated with conducting a Primary Search?

Time taken to complete the search Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for coordinating Primary Search assignments?

The Incident Commander Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Secondary Search' refer to?

A detailed search conducted after fire control Signup and view all the answers

Which radio term is used to report the completion of the Primary Search?

Primary All Clear Signup and view all the answers

What should occur after the Primary Search has been completed?

An 'All Clear' report must be transmitted Signup and view all the answers

What is a key difference between Primary and Secondary Search?

Time is critical in Primary Search, whereas thoroughness is critical in Secondary Search Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

360 Size-Up

The 360 size-up is a standard operating procedure conducted by the Incident Commander at a structure fire.
It is conducted immediately after the initial size-up from the vehicle.
The 360 size-up aims to determine key information about the fire scene, including:
- Location of trapped victims
- Location and volume of fire
- Smoke conditions
- Location of entry/egress points
- Ventilation openings and flow path identification
- Presence and involvement of a basement
- Other hazards
After the 360 size-up is completed, the Incident Commander transmits the Incident Action Plan.
An example of a complete 360 size-up report is provided in the document.

Standard Operating Procedures: Size-Up Factors

Size-up factors are a checklist of basic items the Incident Commander must consider during an emergency situation.
These factors guide decision-making, initial actions, reassessment, and revisions at the incident scene.
Not all factors are critical during every incident; the Incident Commander must identify the critical factors and develop an Incident Action Plan based on those factors.
Size-up is an ongoing process that evaluates the dynamic nature of incident factors and adjusts the Incident Action Plan accordingly.
The Incident Commander must consider both pre-planning information and visual information gathered during size-up.

Incident Priorities

The Incident Priorities for the Columbus Division of Fire are:
- Life Safety: The safety of all firefighters, responders, occupants, and bystanders takes precedence over all other considerations.
- Incident Stabilization: Establishing a command structure and strategy to contain the incident.
- Property Conservation: Minimizing property damage while achieving the incident goals and objectives.
These priorities are considered in the order listed, but may not be accomplished in that order.
Benchmarks of completion for each priority exist, including:
- Life Safety/Rescue: "All Clear" after primary search
- Incident Stabilization: "Situation Contained"
- Property Conservation: Salvage and Overhaul

Rescue Factors

The Incident Commander must decide whether to remove victims from the fire or remove the fire from the victims, considering factors such as victim safety and fire control.
Resources required for victim removal and treatment should be evaluated, and additional resources should be called for early in cases involving multiple victims.
The most urgent reason for calling additional alarms is to provide for life safety.
The following factors are considered in the rescue size-up:
- Number, location, and condition of victims
- Effect of the fire/incident on victims
- Capability of control forces to enter the building, remove/protect victims, and control the fire/incident
Rescue efforts are extended in the following order:
- Most severely threatened areas
- Areas with the largest number of victims
- Remainder of the fire/incident area
- Exposed areas

All Clear

Search operations are categorized as primary and secondary.
Primary search is conducted quickly through all affected areas to verify the removal or safety of all occupants.
The Incident Commander must prioritize the completion of the primary search.
Secondary search involves a thorough search of the interior of the fire area after fire control and ventilation.
Primary Search completion is reported using the standard radio reporting term "Primary All Clear."
The Incident Commander is responsible for coordinating primary search assignments, receiving completion reports, and transmitting the "All Clear" report to the fire alarm office.
The stage of the fire significantly affects the rescue approach developed by the Incident Commander.

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This quiz focuses on the 360 size-up procedure conducted by Incident Commanders during structure fires. It covers critical factors to assess the fire scene, including victim location, fire volume, and the identification of hazards. Test your knowledge of standard operating procedures for effective emergency management.