25 Questions
What is the primary reason for the rule against riding on the backs or tops of firefighting units?
Safety consideration for federal firefighting
Why does the mentioned rule put firefighters at greater risk in the prairies of northeastern Wyoming?
Fast moving fires in the area
What is emphasized as crucial before making a decision on how to act for each officer and firefighter?
Assessing capabilities, experience, and equipment
How can the patterns and filters stored in our minds be increased?
Through experience, training, briefing, and debriefing
What did Gary Klein find to be the approach of fire command officers when arriving at a scene?
Assessing the problem and visualizing solutions based on experience and available resources
How can 'artificial experience' be created?
Through training
What is crucial for teams to have in order to perform the best under stressful situations?
Common mental model of the situation
What is one of the elements for successful team adaptability?
Increased communication of relevant info
When is debriefing considered as one of the single greatest teaching devices available to a fire command officer?
Immediately after the incident while memories are fresh
How do human beings primarily learn?
By hearing stories
What does the 'S' in the SAMPLE checklist stand for?
Signs and symptoms
What does the 'P' in the SAMPLE checklist stand for?
Past pertinent medical history
What does the 'L' in the SAMPLE checklist stand for?
Last oral intake
What does the 'C' in the LCES checklist stand for?
Communication
What does the 'S' in the SIN checklist stand for?
Safety First
What does the 'L' in the LCES checklist stand for?
Lookout
What is the purpose of the 'E' in the LCES checklist?
Escape routes
What is the purpose of the 'I' in the SIN checklist?
Isolate entry and deny entry
What action does the 'N' in the SIN checklist emphasize?
Notify the proper authorities
What does the 'S' in the SAFE STOP mnemonic device stand for?
Structural stability
Which element does the 'T' in the SAFE STOP mnemonic device address?
Temperature control
What does the 'O' in the SAFE STOP mnemonic device refer to?
Occupancy details
What is emphasized as the key to a good decision-making environment?
Disciplined communications with relevant information
What is suggested to reduce the mental load when making decisions?
Using notes, operational checklists, status boards or other tracking tools
What is considered time-dependent?
Structural degradation, crew endurance, and fuel supplies
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