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Which method would be used to force an overhead door?
Which method would be used to force an overhead door?
- Attach a chain to the handle of the door and use a hydraulic door opener to pull the chain upward.
- Use vise grips to pry the door up to prevent it from closing.
- Use a rotary saw to cut an opening, then enter and use the lift mechanism to open the door fully. (correct)
- Pry the door open using a Halligan and flat head axe.
When using a rotary saw to cut metal, firefighters should:
When using a rotary saw to cut metal, firefighters should:
- first try a hand tool to accomplish the task.
- have a charged hoseline nearby. (correct)
- use an air-monitoring device beforehand.
- have a RIC team standing by.
When breaching an exterior metal wall with a rotary saw, firefighters should:
When breaching an exterior metal wall with a rotary saw, firefighters should:
- have a team standing by with an uncharged hoseline.
- start cuts on either side of the nails or rivets that fasten the wall to the studs.
- be aware that the vibration of the saw will greatly increase the possibility of structural collapse.
- have a charged hoseline or fire extinguisher available. (correct)
Which kind of door would be forced by inserting a rotary saw blade through the opening and cutting the security bar?
Which kind of door would be forced by inserting a rotary saw blade through the opening and cutting the security bar?
K-tools and shove knives are used for:
K-tools and shove knives are used for:
If the blade of an axe is too thick, regardless of its sharpness:
If the blade of an axe is too thick, regardless of its sharpness:
When using power saws for forcible entry, firefighters must:
When using power saws for forcible entry, firefighters must:
Windows with safety film may require _____ to break the windows.
Windows with safety film may require _____ to break the windows.
Unprotected metal surfaces on tools should not be painted because:
Unprotected metal surfaces on tools should not be painted because:
An electromagnetic lock is an example of a:
An electromagnetic lock is an example of a:
Before performing forcible entry at a commercial or industrial occupancy, a firefighter should 'try before you pry' and:
Before performing forcible entry at a commercial or industrial occupancy, a firefighter should 'try before you pry' and:
Which type of lock commonly found in residential applications has a single cylinder and is mounted above the door knob?
Which type of lock commonly found in residential applications has a single cylinder and is mounted above the door knob?
If a door is opened, a structure's _____ will change, which may cause the fire to grow.
If a door is opened, a structure's _____ will change, which may cause the fire to grow.
Which rescue tool can be placed in a door frame to spread the frame far enough apart so that the door can swing open?
Which rescue tool can be placed in a door frame to spread the frame far enough apart so that the door can swing open?
Which type of tools act as a lever to provide mechanical advantage when opening doors and windows or moving heavy objects?
Which type of tools act as a lever to provide mechanical advantage when opening doors and windows or moving heavy objects?
Which factor affects the decision of where to force entry?
Which factor affects the decision of where to force entry?
To prevent injuries while using forcible entry tools, always:
To prevent injuries while using forcible entry tools, always:
Wallboard that has been reinforced with Lexan®:
Wallboard that has been reinforced with Lexan®:
If the lock of a metal-frame double-hung window does not force with minimum pressure applied:
If the lock of a metal-frame double-hung window does not force with minimum pressure applied:
Which tool would best be suited for forcing a metal-clad inward-swinging door in a masonry wall?
Which tool would best be suited for forcing a metal-clad inward-swinging door in a masonry wall?
Never use a power saw:
Never use a power saw:
Fiberglass tool handles should be maintained by:
Fiberglass tool handles should be maintained by:
Interior fire doors:
Interior fire doors:
Unlike a pick-head axe, a flat-head axe can be used to:
Unlike a pick-head axe, a flat-head axe can be used to:
Which forcible entry task is a pick-head axe well suited to perform?
Which forcible entry task is a pick-head axe well suited to perform?
Padlocks and surface bolts are examples of:
Padlocks and surface bolts are examples of:
Plaster or gypsum wall covering on interior walls:
Plaster or gypsum wall covering on interior walls:
Which situation would call for the use of a pushing or pulling tool such as a drywall hook or a pike pole?
Which situation would call for the use of a pushing or pulling tool such as a drywall hook or a pike pole?
Which forcible entry technique changes the ventilation profile of the building because it cannot be undone once completed?
Which forcible entry technique changes the ventilation profile of the building because it cannot be undone once completed?
Sliding doors can be forced by:
Sliding doors can be forced by:
When gaining access to a property by forcing a gate, firefighters should:
When gaining access to a property by forcing a gate, firefighters should:
When selecting tools to perform forcible entry, firefighters must select the tool that:
When selecting tools to perform forcible entry, firefighters must select the tool that:
How should prying tools be carried?
How should prying tools be carried?
A _____ is a wedge-shaped tool that widens to break the shackle of a padlock.
A _____ is a wedge-shaped tool that widens to break the shackle of a padlock.
Why must forcible entry and door control be coordinated?
Why must forcible entry and door control be coordinated?
Security barriers such as bars, grilles, and Lexan® windows:
Security barriers such as bars, grilles, and Lexan® windows:
What is required for forcible entry operations involving cutting torches?
What is required for forcible entry operations involving cutting torches?
Glass shards that result from firefighters breaking windows during forcible entry:
Glass shards that result from firefighters breaking windows during forcible entry:
Double-swinging doors:
Double-swinging doors:
When tempered plate glass doors are encountered:
When tempered plate glass doors are encountered:
A J-tool is made of rigid, heavy gauge wire and is designed to:
A J-tool is made of rigid, heavy gauge wire and is designed to:
Security doors and gates cause a problem for firefighters during forcible entry operations, because they:
Security doors and gates cause a problem for firefighters during forcible entry operations, because they:
The techniques used in structural forcible entry:
The techniques used in structural forcible entry:
Manual bolt cutters cannot cut hasps, padlock shackles, or:
Manual bolt cutters cannot cut hasps, padlock shackles, or:
Which tool would be helpful when performing forcible entry in an area with limited space?
Which tool would be helpful when performing forcible entry in an area with limited space?
When using hand tools to breach exterior wood frame walls it is safest to:
When using hand tools to breach exterior wood frame walls it is safest to:
When performing forcible entry, it is important to:
When performing forcible entry, it is important to:
Which location would likely be protected by a fire door?
Which location would likely be protected by a fire door?
Which type of locking device that is often found in hotel rooms restricts the opening of a door using a U-shaped shackle that connects with a shaft and knob mounted on the doorframe?
Which type of locking device that is often found in hotel rooms restricts the opening of a door using a U-shaped shackle that connects with a shaft and knob mounted on the doorframe?
A _____ is an example of a striking tool used for forcible entry.
A _____ is an example of a striking tool used for forcible entry.
Partial or total structural collapse could be a direct result of:
Partial or total structural collapse could be a direct result of:
Which tool would be practical to use to make an opening that is large enough for a firefighter to pass through in a brick or concrete block wall?
Which tool would be practical to use to make an opening that is large enough for a firefighter to pass through in a brick or concrete block wall?
What should you do if you find a forcible entry tool that is damaged?
What should you do if you find a forcible entry tool that is damaged?
Which type of lock is mounted on the inside surface of the door and is used as a supplemental lock for doors?
Which type of lock is mounted on the inside surface of the door and is used as a supplemental lock for doors?
If you must enter through a jalousie window, it may be faster and more efficient to:
If you must enter through a jalousie window, it may be faster and more efficient to:
One problem with breaching interior and exterior walls is that:
One problem with breaching interior and exterior walls is that:
Power tools should be started:
Power tools should be started:
If you can see the hinges of a door, it:
If you can see the hinges of a door, it:
Which is an unsafe action that can cause injury to firefighters?
Which is an unsafe action that can cause injury to firefighters?
Which tool was developed to force entry on locks with protective collars or cone-shaped covers?
Which tool was developed to force entry on locks with protective collars or cone-shaped covers?
Damage resulting from forcible entry may be reduced by:
Damage resulting from forcible entry may be reduced by:
Wooden tool handles should be inspected for:
Wooden tool handles should be inspected for:
When outside a structure, a pike pole should be carried with the tool head:
When outside a structure, a pike pole should be carried with the tool head:
If a building has security bars on the windows:
If a building has security bars on the windows:
Flashcards
Electromagnetic Locks
Electromagnetic Locks
High-security locks using electromagnetism.
Forcible Entry Practices
Forcible Entry Practices
Methods of forcefully entering a structure while checking locks.
Tubular Deadbolt Locks
Tubular Deadbolt Locks
Common residential lock type above door knobs.
Hydraulic Ram
Hydraulic Ram
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Prying Tools
Prying Tools
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Rabbit Tool
Rabbit Tool
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J-tool
J-tool
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Power Saw Use
Power Saw Use
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Firefighter Safety
Firefighter Safety
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Interior Fire Doors
Interior Fire Doors
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Wallboard Reinforcement
Wallboard Reinforcement
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Breaching Walls
Breaching Walls
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Breaking Glass
Breaking Glass
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Sliding Doors
Sliding Doors
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Tool Selection
Tool Selection
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Damaged Tools
Damaged Tools
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Tool Handle Maintenance
Tool Handle Maintenance
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Forcing Entry Strategy
Forcing Entry Strategy
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Security Doors
Security Doors
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Glass Shards
Glass Shards
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K-tools
K-tools
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Rotary Saws
Rotary Saws
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Duck-billed Lock Breaker
Duck-billed Lock Breaker
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Rim Locks
Rim Locks
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Axe Blade Thickness
Axe Blade Thickness
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Electrical Safety (Power Saws)
Electrical Safety (Power Saws)
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Study Notes
Forcible Entry Tools and Techniques
- Electromagnetic Locks: Considered high security locks.
- Forcible Entry Practices: "Try before you pry" involves checking for lock boxes.
- Residential Lock Types: Tubular deadbolt locks are common above doorknobs.
- Ventilation Profile: Changing this by opening a door can increase fire growth.
Tools for Forcible Entry
- Hydraulic Ram: Used in door frames to allow the door to swing open.
- Prying Tools: Provide mechanical leverage to open doors and windows.
- Rabbit Tool: Effective for forcing metal-clad inward-swinging doors.
- J-tool: Opens double-swinging doors equipped with panic hardware.
Safety Measures
- Using Forcible Entry Tools: Always ensure adequate operating space to prevent injuries.
- Power Saw Use: Prohibited in flammable atmospheres for safety.
- Firefighter Safety: Make sure personnel are clear of the immediate area during forcible entry.
Structural Considerations
- Interior Fire Doors: Will not lock in place when closed; important for ventilation control.
- Wallboard: Reinforced with materials like Lexan® can be identified during preincident surveys.
- Breaching Walls: Risk of breaching the integrity of a fire-weakened structure, especially load-bearing walls.
Entry Techniques and Challenges
- Breaking Glass: Should be a last resort, particularly for tempered glass doors.
- Sliding Doors: Can be forced by lifting the panel out of its track.
- Gates and Security Barriers: Effective methods must minimize damage while allowing emergency access.
Tool Selection and Maintenance
- Tool Selection: Choose tools based on the specific entry task; not just portability.
- Damaged Tools: Should be tagged, removed from service, and reported to authorities.
- Maintenance of Tool Handles: Wooden and fiberglass handles require regular inspection for safety.
Situational Awareness
- Forcing Entry Strategy: Consider the impact on ventilation and fire behavior.
- Security Doors: Require additional planning, potentially delaying entry.
- Glass Shards from Windows: Create hazards for advancing firefighters; risk of injury needs to be managed.
Specialized Techniques
- K-tools and Shove Knives: Designed for through-the-lock forcible entry.
- Using Rotary Saws: They must be used with caution, especially with a charged hoseline on standby.
- Duck-billed Lock Breaker: A tool specifically for breaking padlock shackles.
Summary of Lock Types
- Rim Locks: Commonly used as supplemental locks.
- Padlocks and Surface Bolts: Examples of locking devices frequently encountered in various scenarios.
- Door Limiters: Used to restrict door openings, often found in hotel rooms.
By familiarizing oneself with these tools, techniques, and considerations, firefighters can effectively and safely perform forcible entry in various situations.### Axe Blade Thickness
- A thick axe blade reduces its effectiveness in cutting through common materials, despite being sharp.
- When the blade is too thick, it becomes difficult to penetrate ordinary objects.
Power Saws and Electrical Safety
- Firefighters using power saws must be cautious of concealed electrical wires and gas lines during forcible entry.
- Awareness of potential hazards is critical for safety when operating cutting tools in unfamiliar environments.
Breaking Windows with Safety Film
- Cutting tools are required to break windows that have safety film applied.
- The presence of the safety film makes traditional breaking methods less effective.
Metal Tool Maintenance
- Unprotected metal surfaces on tools should not be painted, as paint can obscure defects that may lead to tool failure.
- Paint can chip off during use, diminishing the tool's effectiveness and possibly creating hazardous conditions.
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Test your knowledge on forcible entry techniques from Chapter 9 of the IFSTA guidelines. This quiz covers essential terms and practices that firefighters should be familiar with before executing forcible entry. Evaluate your understanding of locks and proper protocol.
