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What is the primary reason for limiting the number of crews to two per elevator car during fire operations?
What is the primary reason for limiting the number of crews to two per elevator car during fire operations?
- To minimize potential injuries to crew members in case of sudden stops.
- To ensure sufficient space for effective operation and movement. (correct)
- To facilitate quicker evacuation of the elevator if needed.
- To comply with weight restrictions and prevent elevator malfunction.
Why should a test stop be conducted five floors below the intended floor when using an elevator in a fire situation?
Why should a test stop be conducted five floors below the intended floor when using an elevator in a fire situation?
- To allow time to assess the fire's intensity and spread on lower floors.
- To provide a staging area for additional firefighting equipment.
- To alert occupants on lower floors about the ongoing fire emergency.
- To verify the elevator's correct operation and responsiveness. (correct)
Under which circumstance is it acceptable to use elevators for initial access to a fire on the fourth floor?
Under which circumstance is it acceptable to use elevators for initial access to a fire on the fourth floor?
- When a full assessment of the fire conditions has been completed.
- When the fire is rapidly spreading and requires immediate intervention.
- When it is confirmed that the elevator system is hydraulic and the control room is on or below ground level. (correct)
- When the stairwells are blocked by debris and inaccessible.
What is the significance of maintaining radio communication for crews using elevators during fire operations?
What is the significance of maintaining radio communication for crews using elevators during fire operations?
Why is it essential to bring a portable chemical extinguisher and forcible entry tools (irons) into the elevator?
Why is it essential to bring a portable chemical extinguisher and forcible entry tools (irons) into the elevator?
What is the procedure if the elevator does not respond as intended during the test stop five floors below the fire floor?
What is the procedure if the elevator does not respond as intended during the test stop five floors below the fire floor?
What initial precaution must be taken when using an elevator during a fire, assuming all other conditions have been met but fire conditions have not been confirmed?
What initial precaution must be taken when using an elevator during a fire, assuming all other conditions have been met but fire conditions have not been confirmed?
Under what condition is it admissible to use an elevator to move equipment to the RSA (Resource Staging Area)?
Under what condition is it admissible to use an elevator to move equipment to the RSA (Resource Staging Area)?
Why is it important to leave one set of elevator keys in the lobby during fire operations?
Why is it important to leave one set of elevator keys in the lobby during fire operations?
What is the closest an elevator should be taken to the fire floor?
What is the closest an elevator should be taken to the fire floor?
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Radios in Elevators
Radios in Elevators
Ensures firefighters' radios are on for communication.
Elevator Firefighting Tools
Elevator Firefighting Tools
Confirms the presence of a portable chemical extinguisher and irons (halligan and axe).
Initial Elevator Access Restriction
Initial Elevator Access Restriction
Restricts initial elevator use to above the 5th floor, unless dealing with a hydraulic system with controls below ground level.
Stopping Point
Stopping Point
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Equipment Transport
Equipment Transport
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Elevator Operation Conditions
Elevator Operation Conditions
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Elevator Crew Limit
Elevator Crew Limit
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Elevator Test Stop
Elevator Test Stop
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Study Notes
- The following guidelines should be used when operating an elevator during a fire
- Fire service override should be working
- There should be no visible smoke, fire, or water in the shaft
- One set of keys should be in the elevator, and one set should be left in the lobby
- The elevator’s operation should be tested at the next available floor
- Crews in the elevator must have their radios and they must be turned on
- Crews in the elevator must have a portable chemical extinguisher, a halligan, and an axe
- Precautions should be taken regarding the loading of the elevator to allow enough room for crews to operate, with a maximum of two crews per car
- If all previous conditions have been met but fire conditions have not been confirmed, crews in elevators should be dressed in full PPE and on air
- Members located in the lobby must also have their portable radios on
- Do not use the elevators for initial access to the fire floor if the fire is reported on floor five or lower unless it is known to be a hydraulic system and the elevator control room is on the ground floor or below
- Elevators should not be taken closer than two floors below the fire floor under any circumstance
- As the elevator approaches the intended floor, make a test stop five floors below
- A pry tool should be ready to force the interior doors open and engage the manual brakes if the elevator does not respond as intended
- Once conditions have been assessed, consider using the elevator to move equipment to the RSA
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Description
Guidelines for safe elevator operation during a fire. Includes fire service override, equipment, and communication protocols. Outlines precautions for crew safety and elevator loading.
