Elevated Parking Buildings Target Hazard Guidelines Quiz

Questions and Answers

What is the primary reason personnel will have to be dropped off at the closest access point to the fire emergency?

The apparatus are not designed to drive on the parking building's surface.

The access points are too narrow for the apparatus to fit through.

None of the responding fire suppression apparatus will be able to drive into the structures. (correct)

The structures are too small for the apparatus to enter.

What is the recommended initial pressure for pumping hydrant water into the standpipe system?

100 psi (correct)

150 psi

80 psi

120 psi

What is the maximum distance of hose that can be used to attack a fire using the standpipe system?

200' or less

150' or less (correct)

250' or less

100' or less

What must be tied into the building's Siamese to pump hydrant water into the standpipe system?

An engine Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the preplan located in each apparatus?

To show the exact access points to the fire emergency Signup and view all the answers

What equipment is required to attach to the appropriate standpipe outlet?

Either a 1 3/4" or 2½" apartment pack Signup and view all the answers

What is the procedure for medical emergencies in the parking building?

Personnel will be dropped off at the closest access point to the medical emergency Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern regarding fire suppression and medical emergencies in elevated parking buildings?

The potential for the collapse of the structure due to the weight of fire apparatus. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about the standpipe systems in elevated parking buildings is FALSE?

They are connected to sprinkler systems. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason fire apparatus cannot be driven into the first level of parking buildings?

The lack of overhead clearance for vehicles with roof-mounted lights. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a challenge presented by elevated parking buildings for fire suppression and medical emergencies?

The lack of designated evacuation routes. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the "NIMS COMPLIANT" designation on the SOG document?

It ensures the document is aligned with national standards for incident management. Signup and view all the answers

What is the intended audience for this Standard Operating Guideline (SOG)?

The Hoffman Estates Fire Department. Signup and view all the answers

Based on the document, what is the frequency of re-evaluation for the Elevated Parking Buildings SOG?

Every two years. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason that all fire apparatus are prohibited from driving into the parking buildings?

The potential for structural damage caused by the weight of the vehicles. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Elevated Parking Buildings Guidelines

Elevated parking buildings pose unique challenges for fire suppression and medical emergencies due to their size, construction, lack of overhead clearance, and standpipe systems.

Construction Limitations

Fire engines, ambulances, and towers cannot be driven into the parking buildings due to weight and construction limitations.
Vehicles with roof-mounted warning lights cannot enter the first level of the parking buildings due to lack of overhead clearance.

Standpipe Operations

Parking buildings have dry standpipe systems that require a fire department pumper to supply water.
Standpipe outlets require a fire department pumper to activate water flow.
Each building has its own Siamese connections for standpipe systems, but no sprinkler systems.

Vehicle Fire Guidelines

Fire suppression personnel must be dropped off at the closest access point to the fire emergency.
Exact access points are shown on the parking building's preplan.
Personnel must wear full protective clothing, SCBA, and bring equipment including 1 3/4" and 2½" apartment packs, Halligan and sledgehammer, dry chemical extinguisher, tool box, and thermal imaging camera.

Standpipe System Deployment

Incident commander must coordinate engine tie-in to the building's Siamese connection.
Initial pressure should be 100 psi, adjustable according to attack crew needs.
Fire attack crew must attach apartment pack(s) to the appropriate standpipe outlet, within 150' or less of the fire.

Medical Emergency Guidelines

Medical personnel must be dropped off at the closest access point to the medical emergency.
Exact access points are shown on the parking building's preplan.

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Test your knowledge on the Standard Operating Guidelines for Elevated Parking Buildings by the Hoffman Estates Fire Department, covering NIMS compliant target hazard guidelines.