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What is the primary responsibility of the first arriving Engine Company?
What is the primary responsibility of the first arriving Engine Company?
- Assist with civilian evacuation
- Establish Command (correct)
- Conduct a full investigation
- Perform maintenance checks
What should be done upon identifying a known rescue situation?
What should be done upon identifying a known rescue situation?
- Call for backup but do nothing immediately
- Attempt the rescue alone
- Act only when three personnel are present (correct)
- Wait for more personnel to arrive
What is a 'Quick Hit' in fire fighting?
What is a 'Quick Hit' in fire fighting?
- Applying water from a distance to save gear
- A prolonged water application
- A technique used for gas fires only
- A brief exterior water application followed by an interior attack (correct)
How should an Engine Company carry out size-up at the scene?
How should an Engine Company carry out size-up at the scene?
Which companies are responsible for completing the water supply?
Which companies are responsible for completing the water supply?
Upon arrival, what is the first action an Engine Company should prioritize?
Upon arrival, what is the first action an Engine Company should prioritize?
What is the primary objective of the first arriving Truck Company?
What is the primary objective of the first arriving Truck Company?
When should the first arriving Truck Company consider passing the search task to another unit?
When should the first arriving Truck Company consider passing the search task to another unit?
What should the second arriving Truck Company assume as their primary duties?
What should the second arriving Truck Company assume as their primary duties?
What must be coordinated with fire attack before ventilation occurs?
What must be coordinated with fire attack before ventilation occurs?
Which factor may not require immediate coordinated ventilation?
Which factor may not require immediate coordinated ventilation?
What is NOT listed as an additional support fireground operation?
What is NOT listed as an additional support fireground operation?
What should a three-person Engine Company do when laying its own supply?
What should a three-person Engine Company do when laying its own supply?
What is the primary responsibility of the second arriving Engine Company?
What is the primary responsibility of the second arriving Engine Company?
What is one of the duties of the Standby Team during operations?
What is one of the duties of the Standby Team during operations?
Under what condition can a Standby Team member perform other duties?
Under what condition can a Standby Team member perform other duties?
What is the responsibility of the third arriving Engine Company?
What is the responsibility of the third arriving Engine Company?
When may the Standby Team be reassigned as a Backup Team?
When may the Standby Team be reassigned as a Backup Team?
What is a key responsibility of the 1st Arriving Chief Officer?
What is a key responsibility of the 1st Arriving Chief Officer?
Which role does the 2nd Arriving Chief Officer typically assume?
Which role does the 2nd Arriving Chief Officer typically assume?
What is a responsibility of the 3rd Arriving Chief Officer?
What is a responsibility of the 3rd Arriving Chief Officer?
When should the transfer of command occur?
When should the transfer of command occur?
What gear must the 3rd Arriving Chief Officer don before conducting a 360°?
What gear must the 3rd Arriving Chief Officer don before conducting a 360°?
What should the 3rd Arriving Chief Officer do after completing the 360°?
What should the 3rd Arriving Chief Officer do after completing the 360°?
Study Notes
Duties of Engine Companies
- The first arriving Engine Company establishes Command and prioritizes rescue, fire attack, and water supply.
- Conducts water supply operations based on pre-arrival instructions.
- Performs size-up and delivers an initial radio report, including a 360-degree assessment.
- Identifies fire location and extent to determine quick access routes.
- Applies water to the fire promptly from a safe position, known as "Quick Hit".
- Engages in aggressive interior attacks after initial exterior water application, ensuring a minimum of three personnel are present for rescue operations.
Water Supply Considerations
- Water supply must be established by the first two arriving engine companies.
Engine Company Operations
- A three-person Engine Company should wrap the hydrant and allocate personnel to initial fire ground operations.
- Four-person Engine Companies are encouraged to wrap the hydrant and ensure the attack crew arrives together.
2nd Arriving Engine Company
- Supports the first Engine Company by completing water supply and establishing a Standby Team with a 2-in/2-out rule.
- Standby Team Members must maintain communication and remain aware of firefighters in the hot zone while equipped with SCBA.
- May assist with fire attack and hoseline advancement and control ventilation in limited fire situations.
- Standby Teams can transition to Backup Teams once the RIT is established.
3rd Arriving Engine Company
- Takes responsibility for Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) duties and should position on the A side of the structure with identified access routes.
4th Arriving Engine Company
- Duties are designated based on operational needs and command directives.
Duties of Truck Companies
- Primary duties include rescue, coordinated ventilation, and primary search.
- Staffing variances may affect task assignments among Ladder Companies.
1st Arriving Ladder/Rescue
- Prioritizes life safety with immediate rescue actions.
- Coordinated ventilation is essential for effective fire attack and search operations.
- Initial ventilation must be communicated to operating units below prior to execution.
- Conditions affecting ventilation include life hazards, heavy smoke, top floor fires, and attic fires.
2nd Arriving Ladder/Rescue
- Continues to prioritize life safety and may take on ventilation or search tasks.
- Communicates task, location, and objective effectively.
Additional Support Fireground Operations
- Includes laddering, forcible entry, overhaul, utilities management, salvage, roof and wall reporting.
Duties of Chief Officers
1st Arriving Chief Officer
- Takes command from the initial IC, ensuring smooth transfer of information regarding units, water supply status, and supplemental needs.
- Command transfer should occur during de-escalation to maintain situational awareness, with preference for in-cab command to minimize distractions.
2nd Arriving Chief Officer
- Reports to the IC and serves as the Accountability Officer, with potential assignment to ISO duties as required.
3rd Arriving Chief Officer
- Assumes the Safety Officer role, reporting to the IC.
- Conducts a comprehensive 360-degree inspection and communicates safety concerns to the IC upon completion.
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This quiz covers the essential responsibilities of the first arriving Engine Company at a fire scene. Key tasks include establishing Command, assessing life safety, and coordinating water supply and firefighting efforts. Understand the priorities involved in ensuring a safe and effective response.
