Elevator Use During Fires
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Elevator Use During Fires

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What is the primary purpose of the Fire Service Option in an elevator?

  • To lock out or ignore all hall call buttons and give firefighters complete control of the elevator (correct)
  • To ensure that all elevators in a building are operational during a fire incident
  • To evacuate people from the fire floor
  • To allow building occupants to use the elevator during a fire incident

    • Why should firefighters inspect the elevators in their response districts?

  • To test the speed of the elevators
  • To check if the elevators are overcrowded
  • To determine which elevators have the Fire Service Option and what services they provide (correct)
  • To ensure that they know the location of the stairways

    • What should a firefighter do if they cannot remain with the elevator during a fire incident?

  • Turn the inspection switch inside the car to the 'off' position (correct)
  • Leave the elevator unattended
  • Shut down the entire elevator system
  • Call for backup

    • Why is it important to exit an elevator at least two floors below the fire floor?

    <p>To avoid being carried to the fire floor or a floor above it</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should firefighters wear when using an elevator during a fire incident?

    <p>Full protective clothing and an SCBA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a safety tip for firefighters when using an elevator during a fire incident?

    <p>Note the location of stairways</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should firefighters check the operation of the Fire Service Option control en route to the fire floor?

    <p>To make sure the Fire Service Option is operational</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should firefighters carry with them when using an elevator during a fire incident?

    <p>A portable radio and forcible entry tool(s)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended action for firefighters in a building with four stories or less?

    <p>Use the stairway instead of the elevator.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following conditions allows the use of elevators by firefighters?

    <p>The elevator has Fire Service Option control.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In tall buildings, what is the procedure a firefighter should follow to reach a floor near a fire?

    <p>Take the elevator to the floor directly below the fire and climb the remaining stairs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the primary reasons firefighters should avoid using an elevator?

    <p>Water may threaten the elevator’s electrical equipment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when a firefighter uses the stairway instead of the elevator in a building with four stories or less?

    <p>They ensure quicker access to the desired floor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the status of the elevators in a building of four stories or less?

    <p>They generally have no more than two, with slower speeds.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one advantage of using elevators during fire operations in highrise buildings?

    <p>Elevators can minimize fatigue and keep crews together.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under which condition should firefighters avoid using the elevator?

    <p>The elevator is known for poor maintenance or performance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What could happen if the elevator is used under normal automatic operations during a fire?

    <p>The elevator may be automatically summoned to the fire floor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should firefighters do to control the elevator during a fire?

    <p>Utilize Fire Service Option to avoid automatic operation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a listed benefit of using elevators during fire operations?

    <p>Elevators ensure complete safety from fire hazards.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should firefighters be cautious about regarding electrical equipment in elevators?

    <p>Electrical failures can occur due to fire, heat, or water damage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant risk of an elevator stalling during a fire situation?

    <p>Firefighters may become trapped inside the elevator.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is controlling the elevator recommended during fire incidents?

    <p>To avoid unintentional activation of automatic systems.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Elevator Use During Fires

    Advantages of Using Elevators

    • Saves time
    • Minimizes fatigue
    • Keeps crews together
    • Allows firefighters to discuss strategy
    • Eliminates interference from building occupants

    Potential Problems with Elevator Use

    • Elevator can suddenly stall due to fire, heat, or water damage to sensitive electrical equipment
    • Elevator can be called to the fire floor due to flames or excessive heat contacting hall call buttons
    • Poor maintenance or performance record
    • Lack of Fire Service Option control

    Fire Service Option

    • Locks out or ignores all hall call buttons, giving firefighters complete control of the elevator
    • Elevator will only go to floors selected from inside the elevator car
    • Not all elevators have Fire Service Option
    • Fire companies should inspect elevators in their response districts to determine which services they provide

    Safety Tips

    • Note the location of stairways
    • Use an elevator with Fire Service Option
    • Wear full protective clothing
    • Wear SCBA and make sure it is ready for use
    • Don't overcrowd with personnel and equipment
    • Don't permit building occupants/employees to ride
    • Carry a portable radio
    • Carry forcible entry tool(s)
    • Check operation of Fire Service Option control enroute to the fire floor
    • Exit elevators at least two floors below fire floor

    Circumstances to Avoid Elevator Use

    • Elevator is not controlled by Fire Service Option control
    • Elevator is known to have a poor maintenance or performance record
    • Building serves four stories or less
    • Fire is reported in or near elevator machine room, hoistway, or pit
    • Water is threatening elevator electrical equipment

    Alternative Method

    • Use both elevator and stairway in very tall buildings
    • Take elevator up a number of floors, to at least two floors below the fire, and climb the stairs the rest of the way
    • Compromise for firefighters who have strong reservations about using elevators

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    Hoffman Estates Fire Department Elevator Use During Fires PDF

    Description

    This quiz is based on the standard operating guidelines of the Hoffman Estates Fire Department, specifically on elevator use during fires, and is NIMS compliant. It covers the procedures and protocols for firefighters to follow in such situations.

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