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In determining the fire area of origin, which of the following observations would be LEAST helpful?
In determining the fire area of origin, which of the following observations would be LEAST helpful?
- The presence of low-lying items with heavy fire damage.
- The type of extinguishing agent used to suppress the fire. (correct)
- The presence of charred, melted, or distorted items.
- The location of the most severely damaged items.
During a fire investigation, you observe a distinct V-shaped burn pattern on a wall. What does this pattern primarily indicate?
During a fire investigation, you observe a distinct V-shaped burn pattern on a wall. What does this pattern primarily indicate?
- The approximate area of origin due to flame spread. (correct)
- The presence of a ventilation point that intensified the fire.
- The fire burned uniformly across the entire wall surface.
- The fire was intentionally set using an accelerant.
Which of the following factors is MOST critical when evaluating fire patterns to determine the area of origin?
Which of the following factors is MOST critical when evaluating fire patterns to determine the area of origin?
- The ambient temperature at the time of the fire.
- The type of building construction materials used.
- The degree and direction of fire damage on various surfaces. (correct)
- The color of the smoke observed by the first responders.
Why is it important to identify the lowest point of heavy fire damage when determining the area of origin?
Why is it important to identify the lowest point of heavy fire damage when determining the area of origin?
You are investigating a room fire. You note that a metal chair has melted legs, but a wooden table nearby is only charred. What can you infer from this observation?
You are investigating a room fire. You note that a metal chair has melted legs, but a wooden table nearby is only charred. What can you infer from this observation?
Flashcards
Fire Area of Origin
Fire Area of Origin
The location where the most severe fire damage is concentrated; often indicates where the fire started.
Evaluate Fire Patterns
Evaluate Fire Patterns
Examine the distribution and intensity of fire effects to identify the area of origin.
Key Indicators to Observe
Key Indicators to Observe
Look for the items most damaged, those at the lowest level, and signs of melting, charring, and distortion to deduce the start.
Study Notes
- Fire area of origin is identified as the location with the heaviest fire damage.
- Fire Patterns should be evaluated to locate the area of origin.
- Focus on areas with the most severe damage and the lowest items to find the area of origin.
- Charred, melted, and distorted items can indicate where the fire began.
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