Fire and Rescue Procedures

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Who should order the closing of control valves for sprinkler systems?

Communications Center
Fire sprinkler contractor
Incident Commander (IC) (correct)
Building owner

When a control valve is closed, what is required?

A firefighter with a radio remains at the valve to reopen if necessary. (correct)
The building owner must be notified immediately.
A different water source must be established.
The fire sprinkler contractor must be notified immediately.

Who has the sole responsibility to make repairs to a sprinkler system?

Fire sprinkler contractor
Fire department
Insurance company
Building owner (correct)

What two forms must be completed whenever a sprinkler system is activated?

Incident report and Life Safety Activation form (D) Signup and view all the answers

For standpipe systems, supply lines should initially be charged to what PSI?

100 psi (B) Signup and view all the answers

When supplying a standpipe system, the FDC pressure should not exceed what PSI?

200 psi (D) Signup and view all the answers

For combined systems, what is the minimum PSI to support sprinklers?

150 psi (A) Signup and view all the answers

When is driving into oncoming lanes warranted?

As a last resort for extreme situations. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for updating the passport when personnel change apparatus or location during a shift?

Company Officer (B) Signup and view all the answers

Personnel accountability must be tracked at all incidents where personnel are operating in what type of environment?

An IDLH environment (C) Signup and view all the answers

Before returning the passport, what action are personnel responsible for completing?

A face-to-face (D) Signup and view all the answers

Single unit resources must report directly to which individual and provide their passport?

The Incident Commander (C) Signup and view all the answers

When an incident escalates to divisions or groups, where does the passport go?

To the division/group supervisor (A) Signup and view all the answers

Who manages accountability of personnel at an incident?

The Accountability Officer (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum company size that should be considered?

2 people (A) Signup and view all the answers

All fire rescue personnel are responsible for only receiving orders from whom?

The person who holds their passport (A) Signup and view all the answers

What should crews wear when responding to an alarm with occupant contact, possible exposure, and no known source of carbon monoxide?

Full PPE, SCBA, and Drager 2500 gas monitor (A) Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with the source of the carbon monoxide, if possible, in an alarm with occupant contact, possible exposure, NO known source?

Remove source to outside (C) Signup and view all the answers

When responding to an alarm with NO occupant contact, what should crews attempt to do first?

Contact occupants via neighbors or key holders (C) Signup and view all the answers

In an alarm with NO occupant contact, when is forcible entry permitted?

When applicable (C) Signup and view all the answers

In an alarm with occupant and reported exposure, which of the following is added to the call?

Battalion Chief, EMS Captain and closest Rescue (B) Signup and view all the answers

In an alarm with occupant and reported exposures, what should the first arriving officer do?

Establish command (B) Signup and view all the answers

During post-fire air quality assessment, if the monitors indicate `0%` readings on all gases and `20.9%` reading on O2, what should be worn for further protection?

Half face mask and appropriate OV cartridge (C) Signup and view all the answers

During post-fire air quality assessment, what gases should the IC request to be checked for?

CO, HCN, and OV (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of the Stairwell Support Group (SSG) during a high-rise fire?

Providing evacuation directions to occupants in stairwells (B) Signup and view all the answers

How many SSG members are typically assigned to a first-alarm high-rise fire?

Two (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the ventilation needs that the SSG can identify within stairwells?

Possible ventilation openings like roof hatches and doors (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does a large diagonal line with a company designation indicate in a search marking system?

Searching in progress (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the fastest method to protect floors above the fire in a high-rise building?

Stopping the forward progress of fire on the fire floor (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of pressurized stairwells in high-rise buildings?

To serve as an internal form of exposure protection (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it critical to keep stairwell doors closed in a pressurized stairwell?

To maintain high pressure and prevent smoke entry (A) Signup and view all the answers

Where should the standpipe connection be made, if conditions permit?

One floor below or on the fire floor (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of aerial operations at a structure fire?

Softening the structure and ventilation (D) Signup and view all the answers

What should the first arriving EMS Captain do at the scene?

Perform a 360 and initial size-up (B) Signup and view all the answers

During a commercial structure fire, what is a crucial consideration for the Incident Commander (IC)?

Maintaining situational awareness and air management (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary strategy for the first arriving engine company to create a survivable atmosphere for potential victims?

Confinement and ventilation (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the first arriving rescue company?

Assisting fire attack and performing primary search (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the second arriving engine at a structure fire?

Provide water supply to the attack engine (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key element in the success of high-rise fire operations?

The actions of first arriving companies (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why might accountability be performed at multiple locations during a high-rise incident?

Due to the large number of resources and high turnover (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the first arriving command officer's responsibility if Lobby Control is already the command?

Transfer command and face-to-face if with Lobby Control, then establish an exterior command post. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the priority order for additional Command Officers?

Fire Floor Division, Lobby control Unit Leader, Floor Above division. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended approach angle for firefighters approaching a vehicle fire?

At a 45-degree angle from the sides. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum attack line and GPM for a car fire?

1 ¾ @ 100gpm (C) Signup and view all the answers

In what direction should vehicles be positioned to block traffic at a vehicle fire?

Upwind when possible. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a critical factor in all decisions related to wildland fires?

The location and movement of the head of the fire. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is 'Flanking Attack' in wildland firefighting?

Working along flank from an anchor point towards the head of the fire. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is primary goal in 'Indirect Attack' in wildland firefighting?

Exposure protection. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Zone Control Valve

Used to shut down the affected zone in a sprinkler system.

Control Valve Closure

Firefighters with a radio must remain at the valve to reopen if necessary.

Sprinkler Status Communication

The incident commander should advise the boss of the status of the sprinkler system.

Building Rep Notification

The incident commander should attempt to contact the building representative and advise them of the need for repairs.