Offensive Attack Tactics: Fire Department Engine Company Operations Quiz

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What is the main tactical mission of an Engine Company according to the SOG?

To put into operation a hose line(s) for an immediate coordinated fire attack to confine & extinguish fire (correct)

To establish communication with other responding companies

To provide medical assistance to the occupants during a fire

To conduct search and rescue operations

What is the responsibility of Chief Officers and Company Officers according to the SOG?

To ensure compliance with the provisions of the SOG and conduct Company School (correct)

To provide medical training to all members under their command

To oversee the evacuation process during a fire incident

To directly engage in fire suppression activities

What is the purpose of the 2nd line in the Engine Company operations?

To support or augment the 1st hose line’s fire attack (correct)

To create a barrier between the fire and the occupants

To assist in ventilation operations

To provide water supply to other responding companies

What is the role of the Backup line in Engine Company operations?

To protect the position and egress of the 1st and 2nd attack lines Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of the 1st Due Engine?

Leading out hose lines and securing a hydrant Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the 2nd Due Engine in offensive fires?

Leading out a back-up hose line Signup and view all the answers

What are the responsibilities of the 3rd Due Engine in offensive fires?

Leading out a 2nd or 3rd hose line Signup and view all the answers

What is the mission of the Engine Company?

To confine and extinguish fires Signup and view all the answers

What are the recommended topics to be covered during Roll Call for the Engine Company?

Riding position and tool assignments Signup and view all the answers

What are the riding positions for the Engine Company?

Officer, Driver, Pipe, and Hydrant Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of radio assignments and signatures within the Engine Company?

Efficient and effective accountability measures Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for thorough checks and inspections of the apparatus and associated equipment at the start of each shift?

Driver and other company personnel Signup and view all the answers

What do Engine Company operations have general response guidelines for?

Structural fires Signup and view all the answers

What is required for mastering all Engine Company functions and responsibilities?

Continuous training and strong skill-sets Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of the 2nd Due Engine in defensive fires?

Assisting with water supply and heavy caliber hose lines Signup and view all the answers

What are the responsibilities of the 3rd Due Engine in defensive fires?

Assisting with water supply and heavy caliber hose lines Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of the 2nd Due Engine in securing water sources?

Securing a second hydrant and relaying water Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of positioning the Engine at the hydrant?

To allow room for Truck and Squad companies Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential responsibility of the 3rd Due Engine in offensive fires?

Fire attack Signup and view all the answers

In what scenario would a pre-connect line be used?

One room house fire Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the 3rd Due Engine in defensive fires?

Water supply Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of street variables on apparatus positioning?

Aerial can position next to Engine if street width permits Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the 1st Due Engine in securing water sources?

Independently securing two separate water sources Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential responsibility of the 3rd Due Engine in offensive fires?

Back-up line Signup and view all the answers

When might the 2nd Due Engine need to back down into the fire scene?

To secure an alternate hydrant Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the 2nd Due Engine in securing water sources?

Securing a second hydrant and relaying water Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential responsibility of the 3rd Due Engine in defensive fires?

RIT operations Signup and view all the answers

What is the immediate assistance required from 1st Due Truck or Squad Company in evaluating fire conditions?

Single-Family and Townhome Fires Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended initial attack hose line for fires in commercial and industrial occupancies?

1” hose line with a combination pipe set on partial fog Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the 2nd Engine in apartment, commercial, and industrial building fires?

Combine and operate with the 1st Due Engine as a cohesive unit Signup and view all the answers

What should the Engine Company presume when responding to activated fire alarms?

That a fire is likely until determined otherwise Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the Engine Company for extrication incidents?

Scene protection and fire suppression Signup and view all the answers

When should a 1” hose line with a combination pipe and an ABC extinguisher be in position and charged?

Anytime the hydraulic tools are in use Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended action for the engine during extrication incidents to allow for full scene access?

Pull past the possible to allow for full scene access Signup and view all the answers

What are the safety precautions that the Engine Company must consider during extinguishment at vehicle fires?

Approaching and passing traffic during extinguishment, possible electrical hazards, and unknown hazardous items stored in vehicles Signup and view all the answers

What should the Engine Company do if they cannot operate on the roof of larger buildings?

Request immediate assistance from the 1st Due Truck or Squad Company Signup and view all the answers

What should the Engine Company do if the standpipe system is available and needed for fires in commercial and industrial buildings?

Connect to the standpipe system Signup and view all the answers

Who should communicate and coordinate extrication operations with the Engine Officer?

The Truck Officer Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended size for the initial attack hose line for fires in commercial and industrial occupancies?

2” hose line Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of an Engine Company?

To locate, position, and secure a primary hydrant, operate an adequate size hose line, and cover exposures Signup and view all the answers

What is the general rule for estimating the number of hose lengths in the fire building?

One length per floor plus one length for the fire floor Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the 1st Due Engine upon arrival?

To position itself to lead out a hose and provide room for the 1st Due Truck Company if possible Signup and view all the answers

What should the initial Engine position allow for in a reverse lay lead-out?

Room for the 1st Due Truck and potential aerial ladder positioning Signup and view all the answers

What factors should be considered for efficient firefighting operations when positioning apparatus?

Hydrants, parked cars, and trees Signup and view all the answers

What do Engine officers primarily focus on in assessing a fire scenario?

Hose and water needs Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the 1st Due Engine Company?

Confinement and extinguishment of fire, hydrant positioning, and supplying large caliber devices Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the first hose line placed by the Engine Company?

Serve as a base for confinement and extinguishment, and allow for evacuation and search Signup and view all the answers

What should the Drivers of fire suppression and medical apparatus do with their radios?

Keep their radios on the main FIRE frequency unless directed to switch to Fireground White Signup and view all the answers

What should Command Officers and Battalion Commanders carry to monitor frequencies?

Two portables to monitor the main FIRE frequency and Fireground White Signup and view all the answers

What is the main responsibility of a Truck Company officer in assessing a fire scenario?

Prioritize ventilation and search opportunities Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Engine Company Functions and Responsibilities

Engine Company responsibilities include obtaining a positive water source, hose lead-outs, and confinement and extinguishment of fires.
The 1st Due Engine is tasked with positioning the engine to lead out hose lines and secure a hydrant, regardless of the structure's size.
Offensive fires require the 2nd Due Engine to relieve the company on the first hose line or lead out a back-up hose line, while the 3rd Due Engine can lead out a 2nd or 3rd hose line.
Defensive fires call for the 2nd and 3rd Engines to assist with water supply and heavy caliber hose lines to confine the spread of fire.
The Engine Company's mission is to confine and extinguish fires, with a tactical mission to put into operation a hose line for an immediate coordinated fire attack.
The Engine Company's responsibilities include life safety, pump operation, search and rescue, and obtaining a positive water source.
Recommended topics to be covered during Roll Call include riding position and tool assignments, scheduled apparatus maintenance, and weather and road conditions.
Riding positions for the Engine Company include Officer, Driver, Pipe, and Hydrant, with specific tool assignments for each position.
Radio assignments and signatures are used for efficient and effective accountability measures within the Engine Company.
The apparatus and associated equipment undergo thorough checks and inspections at the start of each shift by the Driver and other company personnel.
Engine Company operations have general response guidelines for structural fires, with a different size-up approach compared to Truck Companies due to their differing missions.
Continuous training and strong skill-sets are required for mastering all Engine Company functions and responsibilities, which encompass various tasks such as water supply to fire protection and extrication scene protection.

Fire Department Engine Company Operations Summary

The Engine Company must receive immediate assistance from the 1st Due Truck or Squad Company in evaluating fire conditions and any risks in larger buildings.
For fires in commercial and industrial buildings, if the Engine Company cannot operate on the roof, they should not operate under the roof.
The Engine Company should connect to the standpipe system if available and needed for fires in commercial and industrial buildings.
A 2” hose line is recommended as the preferred initial attack hose line for fires in commercial and industrial occupancies.
The 2nd Engine is recommended to combine and operate with the 1st Due Engine and remain as a cohesive unit until otherwise assigned for apartment, commercial, and industrial building fires.
It is imperative for any Engine Company to be assigned a Truck or Squad Company for support operations during the fire attack and to remain together as a cohesive unit unless certain conditions demand their separation.
The Engine Company must respond to activated fire alarms as though the alarm had activated for a confirmed fire and presume that a fire is likely until determined otherwise.
The Engine Company should be charged with the responsibility of scene protection and fire suppression for extrication incidents to assure safety for rescuers and victims.
The Truck Officer should communicate and coordinate extrication operations with the Engine Officer and be assigned as the officer-in-charge of the extrication operation.
A 1” hose line with a combination pipe set on partial fog and an ABC extinguisher shall be in position and charged anytime the hydraulic tools are in use unless otherwise determined by the Incident Commander for extrication incidents.
The engine should attempt to pull past the possible to allow for full scene access and easily take off the hose bed as needed for additional hose lines or supply lines for extrication incidents.
The Engine Company must consider safety precautions, such as approaching and passing traffic during extinguishment, possible electrical hazards, and unknown hazardous items stored in vehicles during vehicle fires.

Firefighting Tactics and Radio Protocol

Engine and Truck Company officers have different priorities in assessing a fire scenario; Engine officers focus on hose and water needs, while Truck officers prioritize ventilation and search opportunities.
Initial size-up examples include details on the type of structure, fire condition, and planned actions.
Command Officers and Battalion Commanders carry two portables to monitor the main FIRE frequency and Fireground White; company Officers can also use SCAN to monitor the main FIRE frequency.
Drivers of fire suppression and medical apparatus keep their radios on the main FIRE frequency unless directed to switch to Fireground White.
The 1st Due Engine Company is responsible for confinement and extinguishment of fire, hydrant positioning, and supplying large caliber devices.
The primary function of an Engine Company is to locate, position, and secure a primary hydrant, operate an adequate size hose line, and cover exposures.
The first hose line is placed between the fire and any endangered persons, serving as a base for confinement and extinguishment, and allowing for evacuation and search.
The general rule for estimating the number of hose lengths in the fire building is one length per floor plus one length for the fire floor.
Upon arrival, the 1st Due Engine should position itself to lead out a hose and provide room for the 1st Due Truck Company if possible.
For a reverse lay lead-out, the initial Engine position should allow room for the 1st Due Truck and potential aerial ladder positioning.
Correct positioning of the 1st due Engine involves accommodating the 1st Due Truck behind the Engine, leaving room for aerial ladder positioning.
Apparatus should be positioned to allow for efficient firefighting operations, considering factors like hydrants, parked cars, and trees.

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Questions and Answers

What is the main tactical mission of an Engine Company according to the SOG?

What is the responsibility of Chief Officers and Company Officers according to the SOG?

What is the purpose of the 2nd line in the Engine Company operations?

What is the role of the Backup line in Engine Company operations?

What is the primary responsibility of the 1st Due Engine?

What is the role of the 2nd Due Engine in offensive fires?

What are the responsibilities of the 3rd Due Engine in offensive fires?

What is the mission of the Engine Company?

What are the recommended topics to be covered during Roll Call for the Engine Company?

What are the riding positions for the Engine Company?

What is the purpose of radio assignments and signatures within the Engine Company?

Who is responsible for thorough checks and inspections of the apparatus and associated equipment at the start of each shift?

What do Engine Company operations have general response guidelines for?

What is required for mastering all Engine Company functions and responsibilities?

What is the primary responsibility of the 2nd Due Engine in defensive fires?

What are the responsibilities of the 3rd Due Engine in defensive fires?

What is the primary responsibility of the 2nd Due Engine in securing water sources?

What is the purpose of positioning the Engine at the hydrant?

What is the potential responsibility of the 3rd Due Engine in offensive fires?

In what scenario would a pre-connect line be used?

What is the responsibility of the 3rd Due Engine in defensive fires?

What is the impact of street variables on apparatus positioning?

What is the responsibility of the 1st Due Engine in securing water sources?

What is the potential responsibility of the 3rd Due Engine in offensive fires?

When might the 2nd Due Engine need to back down into the fire scene?

What is the responsibility of the 2nd Due Engine in securing water sources?

What is the potential responsibility of the 3rd Due Engine in defensive fires?

What is the immediate assistance required from 1st Due Truck or Squad Company in evaluating fire conditions?

What is the recommended initial attack hose line for fires in commercial and industrial occupancies?

What is the responsibility of the 2nd Engine in apartment, commercial, and industrial building fires?

What should the Engine Company presume when responding to activated fire alarms?

What is the responsibility of the Engine Company for extrication incidents?

When should a 1” hose line with a combination pipe and an ABC extinguisher be in position and charged?

What is the recommended action for the engine during extrication incidents to allow for full scene access?

What are the safety precautions that the Engine Company must consider during extinguishment at vehicle fires?

What should the Engine Company do if they cannot operate on the roof of larger buildings?

What should the Engine Company do if the standpipe system is available and needed for fires in commercial and industrial buildings?

Who should communicate and coordinate extrication operations with the Engine Officer?

What is the recommended size for the initial attack hose line for fires in commercial and industrial occupancies?

What is the primary function of an Engine Company?

What is the general rule for estimating the number of hose lengths in the fire building?

What is the responsibility of the 1st Due Engine upon arrival?

What should the initial Engine position allow for in a reverse lay lead-out?

What factors should be considered for efficient firefighting operations when positioning apparatus?

What do Engine officers primarily focus on in assessing a fire scenario?

What is the responsibility of the 1st Due Engine Company?

What is the purpose of the first hose line placed by the Engine Company?

What should the Drivers of fire suppression and medical apparatus do with their radios?

What should Command Officers and Battalion Commanders carry to monitor frequencies?

What is the main responsibility of a Truck Company officer in assessing a fire scenario?

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