SOP 623 Building Preplans for High-Risk Hazards

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What is one of the requirements for a preplan drawing?

It must be turned in every month.

It should be as complex as possible to cover all details.

It should include site access points. (correct)

It must include at least three hazard indicators.

Which of the following building construction features may pose threats and should be documented?

Location of restrooms

Landscaping layout

Building age

Roof access (correct)

Where should copies of completed survey forms and drawings be stored?

On the fire department website

In a central office

In individual firefighter lockers

In a binder on the engine company at the station (correct)

What must be included in the CFR Building Pre Plan Information Sheet?

Name of the officer and date of completion Signup and view all the answers

What should personnel use to create site plans and building drawings?

Microsoft Visio Signup and view all the answers

How should the preplan drawings be organized within the binders?

By address in alphabetical order Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated by the standard symbols used in preplan drawings?

Hydrants, elevators, and stairwells Signup and view all the answers

How often should the reviews of the preplans be scheduled?

On a schedule established by each station Signup and view all the answers

What must be included on the revised Visio drawing when updating the preplans?

Date of review Signup and view all the answers

How should revised preplan documents be named when they are submitted?

By the street address of the property Signup and view all the answers

Where should new and revised preplans be stored after submission?

In the Fire Department's completed preplans section on SharePoint Signup and view all the answers

Which responsibility does the officer managing preplans have concerning emergency communications?

To ensure inclusion of new preplans in the Wireless 911 data Signup and view all the answers

What is required when officers review the CFR Building Pre Plan Information Sheet?

Date of review and officer's name Signup and view all the answers

What actions can officers take when revising a preplan?

Access preplans on SharePoint for revisions Signup and view all the answers

When saving completed preplans, which folder structure must be used?

Fire Department > Operations & (Preplans) > Completed Preplans > New and Revised Preplans > Station folder Signup and view all the answers

What is an incorrect procedure when submitting revised preplans?

Not including the date of review on the Visio drawing Signup and view all the answers

What is included in a target hazard preplan?

The CFR Building Pre Plan Information Sheet and overview drawing Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT identified as a target hazard according to the procedures?

Single-family homes Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of establishing a preplan for target hazards?

To minimize the loss of life and property from fires or events Signup and view all the answers

What is the required frequency for walk-throughs of all target hazards?

Annually Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for assigning the preplans at each station?

The District Commander Signup and view all the answers

Where can the CFR Building Pre Plan Information Sheet be found?

On the Department’s SharePoint under Pre Plans Signup and view all the answers

What type of information must be included in the overview drawing of the target hazard?

The layout and critical features of the structure Signup and view all the answers

How often should preplans be updated?

As needed based on new developments Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Preplans

Purpose: To establish a strategy for minimizing loss of life and property by having a comprehensive plan for identified target hazards.
Target Hazards: Occupancies that present a high risk of significant loss of life, property, infrastructure, or environmental impact, which could significantly impact the City of Clearwater's economy.
- All high-rise buildings and malls are considered target hazards and require preplans.
Preplan Contents:
- CFR Building Pre Plan Information Sheet: Detailed information about the building structure, systems, and hazards.
- Overview Drawing: Visual representation of the building, including:
  - Stairwells
  - Standpipe/Sprinkler connections
  - Roof access
  - Hydrant locations
  - Building features that pose threats (e.g., electrical rooms, hazardous materials storage, elevators, fire pumps)
  - Sprinkler/Standpipe zoned areas
  - Apparatus placement obstructions
  - Water shut offs
  - Knox box locations
  - Fire Panels
  - Site plan with access points
  - True North indicator
Preplan Management:
- Completed surveys and drawings are kept in binders on engine company trucks.
- Each station has a schedule for reviewing preplans to ensure they are up-to-date.
- Preplans are kept in alphabetical order by address.
- A copy of the building survey form and drawing may be placed in the fire control room or annunciator panel.
Creating New Preplans:
- The company officer gathers information and fills out the CFR Building Pre Plan Information Sheet.
- Personnel use Microsoft Visio to create site plans and building drawings, including the information specified in 623.2.
- Both the Information Sheet and Visio drawings are named by the street address and submitted to SharePoint.
- New preplans are sent to Pinellas County Emergency Communications for inclusion in Wireless 911 data.
Revising Preplans:
- Preplans are reviewed and updated as needed.
- The company officer reviews the Information Sheet and Visio drawing for completeness and updated information.
- The officer updates the date of review on both documents, even if no changes are made.
- Revised preplans are submitted to SharePoint, and sent to Pinellas County Emergency Communications for inclusion in Wireless 911 data.
Schedule:
- A schedule is established for walk-throughs of all target hazards by each shift annually.
- Each station develops a list of target hazards in their response areas, and preplan responsibilities are divided among shifts.
- Copies of preplans are forwarded to the District Commander and Deputy Chief.

Symbols

A standard set of symbols is used for indicating hydrants, elevators, stairwells, FD connections, and other items of note. These symbols are located on SharePoint under Pre Plans.

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Description

This quiz focuses on the creation of preplans for high-rise buildings and malls that are identified as target hazards. Participants will learn about the key components needed in these plans to minimize risks to life, property, and the environment in Clearwater. Test your knowledge on the essential elements, including building structures and hazard management!