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Why may the IC establish support sectors?
Why may the IC establish support sectors?
What is the recommended action to reduce radio traffic on the assigned channel?
What is the recommended action to reduce radio traffic on the assigned channel?
What is the Water Supply Officer responsible for arranging?
What is the Water Supply Officer responsible for arranging?
Who does the Water Supply Officer communicate with to direct water main flows and pressures?
Who does the Water Supply Officer communicate with to direct water main flows and pressures?
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What is the primary goal of the Water Supply Officer's scene survey?
What is the primary goal of the Water Supply Officer's scene survey?
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Study Notes
Support Sectors
- Support sectors may be established by the Incident Commander (IC) to maintain a reserve supply of equipment, personnel, or specialized resources.
Radio Communication
- To reduce radio traffic on the assigned channel, the IC is recommended to request a second radio channel from Toronto Fire to facilitate support sector operations.
Water Supply Sector
- The Water Supply Officer is responsible for:
- Conducting a scene survey to ensure all water supply needs are met
- Arranging relay pumping operations if the distance between apparatus is too great
- Requesting additional supplies, apparatus, or personnel as needed
- Overseeing pump operations and ensuring proper operating pressures and flow rates are achieved
- Utilizing resources to bring more water to the scene (e.g., catching hydrants on different water mains or pressure districts)
- Communicating with the Liaison Officer or directly with the Works Department to direct water main flows and pressures
- Updating the IC on pertinent information
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