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What is the primary purpose of using a search rope during a Primary Search in a large area?
What is the primary purpose of using a search rope during a Primary Search in a large area?
- To increase visibility in low-light conditions
- To prevent the search team from getting lost
- To secure the search team to a stable point (correct)
- To assist in communicating with the command center
When utilizing a dry fire hose line during a search, what is the minimum length it should be able to deploy?
When utilizing a dry fire hose line during a search, what is the minimum length it should be able to deploy?
- 200 feet (correct)
- 250 feet
- 100 feet
- 500 feet
In which scenario may the search company request to charge the hose line during an operation?
In which scenario may the search company request to charge the hose line during an operation?
- Upon reaching the midpoint of the search
- After securing all exits in the building
- When they feel threatened by rising heat (correct)
- Once the primary search is completed
What should the search team provide during their operation as per SOG 210-01?
What should the search team provide during their operation as per SOG 210-01?
What action can the search company take if they encounter immediate danger during their operation?
What action can the search company take if they encounter immediate danger during their operation?
According to the guidelines, how should a search rope be handled when deployed?
According to the guidelines, how should a search rope be handled when deployed?
What is a primary responsibility of the person holding the search companies' passport?
What is a primary responsibility of the person holding the search companies' passport?
In large area searches, what is often critical for first arriving personnel to perform effectively?
In large area searches, what is often critical for first arriving personnel to perform effectively?
How should commercial structures with open floor plans be categorized?
How should commercial structures with open floor plans be categorized?
What factor must be considered when determining the necessity to send firefighters inside a large area?
What factor must be considered when determining the necessity to send firefighters inside a large area?
What is a defining characteristic of very large structures in the context of fire rescue?
What is a defining characteristic of very large structures in the context of fire rescue?
What does a proper risk benefit analysis in a large area search help to determine?
What does a proper risk benefit analysis in a large area search help to determine?
Which of the following is true regarding the primary search in large structures?
Which of the following is true regarding the primary search in large structures?
What distinguishes commercial structures from residential ones in large area searches?
What distinguishes commercial structures from residential ones in large area searches?
What is one primary responsibility of the Incident Commander during an incident?
What is one primary responsibility of the Incident Commander during an incident?
When dealing with large area searches, what equipment is specifically required?
When dealing with large area searches, what equipment is specifically required?
What should the Incident Commander ensure regarding access and egress doors?
What should the Incident Commander ensure regarding access and egress doors?
What is a recommended practice for conducting primary searches in large areas?
What is a recommended practice for conducting primary searches in large areas?
What is the role of a Branch Director in an incident command scenario?
What is the role of a Branch Director in an incident command scenario?
Why must ventilation be performed carefully in large structures?
Why must ventilation be performed carefully in large structures?
What is the purpose of establishing a Rapid Intervention Crew (RIG)?
What is the purpose of establishing a Rapid Intervention Crew (RIG)?
What should be prioritized when assigning ventilation work in large or commercial buildings?
What should be prioritized when assigning ventilation work in large or commercial buildings?
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Search Rope Purpose
Search Rope Purpose
To secure the search team to a stable point.
Minimum Hose Length
Minimum Hose Length
The dry fire hose line should deploy at least 200 feet.
Charge Hose Line Request
Charge Hose Line Request
Requested when the search company feels threatened by rising heat.
Progress Reports
Progress Reports
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Activate Mayday
Activate Mayday
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Secure Search Rope
Secure Search Rope
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Search Passport Role
Search Passport Role
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Crew Integrity
Crew Integrity
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Big Box Structures
Big Box Structures
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Life Hazards vs Fire Conditions
Life Hazards vs Fire Conditions
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Challenges in Large Structures
Challenges in Large Structures
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Risk Benefit Analysis
Risk Benefit Analysis
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Multiple Companies in Primary Search
Multiple Companies in Primary Search
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Commercial vs Residential Structures
Commercial vs Residential Structures
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Incident Commander Responsibility
Incident Commander Responsibility
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Thermal Imaging Camera
Thermal Imaging Camera
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Access and Egress Doors
Access and Egress Doors
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Air Management Practices
Air Management Practices
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Branch Director Role
Branch Director Role
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Ventilation Caution
Ventilation Caution
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Rapid Intervention Crew Purpose
Rapid Intervention Crew Purpose
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Ventilation Work Prioritization
Ventilation Work Prioritization
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Study Notes
General Considerations
- Large areas complicate victim searches and fire location efforts.
- Structures classified according to SOG 420-04 Rapid Intervention Crew, particularly for commercial “big box” designs.
- Multiple fire companies may conduct Primary Searches in expansive structures.
- Accountability maintained through designated individuals holding search company passports.
First Arriving Responsibilities
- Minimum of five personnel required for effective Primary Search.
- Accurate size-up of the situation is crucial for risk-benefit analysis to protect occupant safety.
Incident Command Responsibilities
- The Incident Commander must:
- Ensure personnel accountability with an assigned Accountability Officer.
- Establish a Rapid Intervention Group due to heightened Mayday risks.
- Should consider designating a lead for the Search operation and ensure proper access and egress are established.
- Ventilation must be controlled to manage airflow in complex structures.
Search Company Responsibilities
- Personnel must adhere to safety guidelines during searches in low visibility conditions.
- At least one Thermal Imaging Camera is mandatory.
- Situational awareness and air management practices must be practiced.
- Options for conducting Primary Searches include:
- Search rope, anchored to a stable object.
- Fire hose lines, capable of being charged if needed.
- Continuous Progress Reports should be given.
- Can activate a "Mayday" following specified safety and survival protocols.
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This quiz covers the procedures and authority behind Large Area Search operations in emergency situations. It focuses on the challenges presented by large areas and the classification of structures for effective searches. Designed for all Emergency Operations personnel, it emphasizes safe and coordinated search efforts.
