52 Questions
In cases where the FDC has cause to believe there is a fire in a structure, how many engines should they dispatch?
Three engines
What should the FDC dispatch as the Safety Officer upon confirmation of a fire in a structure?
AC-1
How many companies dispatched may be increased by the FDC or responding chief officer at any time?
The number of companies dispatched may be increased
What shall the FDC assign and announce in relation to the first arriving chief officer?
A tactical radio channel
What is the primary priority during incident operations?
Life safety
Who is dispatched as the Safety Officer to all structure fires if AC-1 is unavailable?
Another Battalion Chief
What is the minimum number of members required to operate inside the hazardous area at structure fires?
Two members
When are defensive operations required at a working structural fire?
In situations with excessive risk to fire department members
What is the role of the Safety Officer at structure fires?
To evaluate incident operations and monitor the health and welfare of personnel
What must be reported to the Incident Commander by the Safety Officer?
Unsafe actions that have been suspended
What is the purpose of offensive, transitional, and defensive modes in incident management?
To manage incidents based on resource availability and risk level
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?
Two members
What must all members entering the hazard zone at structure fires wear?
SCBA
What does the size up report, given by the incident commander, describe?
Incident conditions, actions, and needs
What limits significant risks to situations where there is potential to save lives?
Risk management
When must members operating inside the hazardous area at structure fires operate in teams?
At least two members
What is the designated position on a Rescue Squad Company?
Officer
When is the deployment of positive pressure fans authorized?
After the fire is declared under control
What is the principal role of ladder companies at a structural fire incident?
Ventilation and forcible entry
What is the recommended position for the first arriving ladder company?
In front of the structure with coverage of two sides
What is the role of the second arriving engine's Pump Operator during the incident?
Remain outside the hazard zone and assist the Pump Operator of the first arriving engine
When may the third arriving engine company deploy a third hose line?
As determined by the Incident Commander
What is the primary responsibility of the third arriving engine company?
Support increasing water supply and/or relay operations
What is the recommended position for the second arriving ladder company?
In a location to provide coverage not accessible to the first arriving ladder
When are rescue squad companies frequently assigned tasks associated with ladder company operations?
When there are more engine companies than ladder companies
When may the pump operator of the third arriving engine deploy with their company?
As determined by the company officer and/or the Incident Commander
When are positive pressure fans authorized to be deployed?
After the fire has been declared under control
What is the principal role of ladder companies at a structural fire incident?
Ventilation and forcible entry
What is the first action the Incident Commander should take upon arriving at the scene?
Survey the scene
When should positive pressure fans be deployed at a fire incident?
After the fire is declared under control
What is the primary responsibility of the Rapid Intervention Team (RIT)?
Ensuring the safety of firefighters
What should be conducted after the fire is declared under control to evaluate integrity and reduce hazards?
Conducting a pre-overhaul assessment of the structure
What is the principal responsibility of engine companies at a fire incident?
Establishing water supply
What specific tasks are assigned to the first and second arriving engine companies?
Establishing water supply and deploying hose lines
When should traffic and crowd control, fire ground perimeter, and additional resources be requested?
After the fire is declared under control
What should be established as necessary for the members during incident operations?
Rehabilitation
When should the operational mode and Incident Action Plan be monitored and amended if necessary?
Continually throughout the incident
What should be designated to ensure safety and accountability during incident operations?
Accountability Officer
When should a 360-degree size-up of the structure be conducted?
Before committing to an operational mode
What should be incorporated into the Incident Action Plan (IAP)?
Specific tasks for companies
What should be conducted before committing to an operational mode?
A 360-degree size-up of the structure
When should positive pressure fans be deployed?
After the fire is declared under control
What should be incorporated into the Incident Action Plan (IAP)?
Priorities and risk management
What should be established as necessary for members?
Rehabilitation
When should a pre-overhaul assessment of the structure be conducted?
After the fire is declared under control
What are the principal responsibilities of engine companies?
Fire extinguishment and specific operational procedures
What should the Incident Commander do upon arrival at the scene?
Survey the scene and establish a command post
What should be designated to oversee the well-being of members?
An Accountability Officer
When should additional resources be requested?
As needed
What should be continually monitored and amended if necessary?
Operational mode and Incident Action Plan
What should be conducted to evaluate the cause and origin of the fire?
Investigation
What should the first and second arriving engine companies do?
Positioning apparatus, reporting to the Incident Commander, establishing water supply, and deploying hose lines
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.
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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