Fire Department SOP Quiz
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In cases where the FDC has cause to believe there is a fire in a structure, how many engines should they dispatch?

  • Two engines
  • Four engines
  • Five engines
  • Three engines (correct)

    • What should the FDC dispatch as the Safety Officer upon confirmation of a fire in a structure?

  • Three engines
  • AC-1 (correct)
  • One rescue squad
  • Two ladders

    • How many companies dispatched may be increased by the FDC or responding chief officer at any time?

  • The number of companies dispatched may be decreased
  • The number of companies dispatched may not be increased
  • The number of companies dispatched may be increased (correct)
  • The number of companies dispatched may remain the same

    • What shall the FDC assign and announce in relation to the first arriving chief officer?

    <p>A tactical radio channel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary priority during incident operations?

    <p>Life safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is dispatched as the Safety Officer to all structure fires if AC-1 is unavailable?

    <p>Another Battalion Chief</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum number of members required to operate inside the hazardous area at structure fires?

    <p>Two members</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When are defensive operations required at a working structural fire?

    <p>In situations with excessive risk to fire department members</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Safety Officer at structure fires?

    <p>To evaluate incident operations and monitor the health and welfare of personnel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be reported to the Incident Commander by the Safety Officer?

    <p>Unsafe actions that have been suspended</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of offensive, transitional, and defensive modes in incident management?

    <p>To manage incidents based on resource availability and risk level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the required minimum number of members to remain outside the hazardous area during the initial stages of an incident at a working structural fire?

    <p>Two members</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must all members entering the hazard zone at structure fires wear?

    <p>SCBA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the size up report, given by the incident commander, describe?

    <p>Incident conditions, actions, and needs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What limits significant risks to situations where there is potential to save lives?

    <p>Risk management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When must members operating inside the hazardous area at structure fires operate in teams?

    <p>At least two members</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the designated position on a Rescue Squad Company?

    <p>Officer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is the deployment of positive pressure fans authorized?

    <p>After the fire is declared under control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the principal role of ladder companies at a structural fire incident?

    <p>Ventilation and forcible entry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended position for the first arriving ladder company?

    <p>In front of the structure with coverage of two sides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the second arriving engine's Pump Operator during the incident?

    <p>Remain outside the hazard zone and assist the Pump Operator of the first arriving engine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When may the third arriving engine company deploy a third hose line?

    <p>As determined by the Incident Commander</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary responsibility of the third arriving engine company?

    <p>Support increasing water supply and/or relay operations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended position for the second arriving ladder company?

    <p>In a location to provide coverage not accessible to the first arriving ladder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When are rescue squad companies frequently assigned tasks associated with ladder company operations?

    <p>When there are more engine companies than ladder companies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When may the pump operator of the third arriving engine deploy with their company?

    <p>As determined by the company officer and/or the Incident Commander</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When are positive pressure fans authorized to be deployed?

    <p>After the fire has been declared under control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the principal role of ladder companies at a structural fire incident?

    <p>Ventilation and forcible entry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first action the Incident Commander should take upon arriving at the scene?

    <p>Survey the scene</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should positive pressure fans be deployed at a fire incident?

    <p>After the fire is declared under control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary responsibility of the Rapid Intervention Team (RIT)?

    <p>Ensuring the safety of firefighters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be conducted after the fire is declared under control to evaluate integrity and reduce hazards?

    <p>Conducting a pre-overhaul assessment of the structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the principal responsibility of engine companies at a fire incident?

    <p>Establishing water supply</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What specific tasks are assigned to the first and second arriving engine companies?

    <p>Establishing water supply and deploying hose lines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should traffic and crowd control, fire ground perimeter, and additional resources be requested?

    <p>After the fire is declared under control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be established as necessary for the members during incident operations?

    <p>Rehabilitation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should the operational mode and Incident Action Plan be monitored and amended if necessary?

    <p>Continually throughout the incident</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be designated to ensure safety and accountability during incident operations?

    <p>Accountability Officer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should a 360-degree size-up of the structure be conducted?

    <p>Before committing to an operational mode</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be incorporated into the Incident Action Plan (IAP)?

    <p>Specific tasks for companies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be conducted before committing to an operational mode?

    <p>A 360-degree size-up of the structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should positive pressure fans be deployed?

    <p>After the fire is declared under control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be incorporated into the Incident Action Plan (IAP)?

    <p>Priorities and risk management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be established as necessary for members?

    <p>Rehabilitation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should a pre-overhaul assessment of the structure be conducted?

    <p>After the fire is declared under control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the principal responsibilities of engine companies?

    <p>Fire extinguishment and specific operational procedures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the Incident Commander do upon arrival at the scene?

    <p>Survey the scene and establish a command post</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be designated to oversee the well-being of members?

    <p>An Accountability Officer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should additional resources be requested?

    <p>As needed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be continually monitored and amended if necessary?

    <p>Operational mode and Incident Action Plan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be conducted to evaluate the cause and origin of the fire?

    <p>Investigation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the first and second arriving engine companies do?

    <p>Positioning apparatus, reporting to the Incident Commander, establishing water supply, and deploying hose lines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Fire Department Standard Operating Procedures

    • Incident Commander should survey the scene, establish a command post, and apply incident priorities and risk management principles.
    • A 360-degree size-up of the structure should be conducted before committing to an operational mode.
    • An Incident Action Plan (IAP) should be established, incorporating priorities and risk management, designating specific tasks to companies.
    • Truss roofs and lightweight construction present enhanced risks, and positive pressure fans should not be deployed before the fire is declared under control.
    • An Accountability Officer should be designated, and a Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) should be established.
    • Traffic and crowd control, fire ground perimeter, and additional resources should be requested as needed.
    • The operational mode and Incident Action Plan should be continually monitored and amended if necessary.
    • Rehabilitation for members should be established as necessary.
    • After the fire is declared under control, a pre-overhaul assessment of the structure should be conducted to evaluate integrity and reduce hazards.
    • The cause and origin of the fire should be investigated, and critical benchmarks should be announced via radio upon completion of tactical objectives.
    • Engine companies are principal for fire extinguishment, with designated positions and specific operational procedures.
    • First and second arriving engine companies have specific tasks including positioning apparatus, reporting to the Incident Commander, establishing water supply, and deploying hose lines.

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    Test your knowledge of fire department standard operating procedures with this quiz. Learn about incident priorities, risk management, operational modes, accountability, and specific tasks for engine companies.

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