62 Questions
What is the tactical mission of a Truck Company operation?
To support the Engine operation for an immediate coordinated (Vent & Enter) fire attack
What does the acronym LOVERSU stand for in the context of Truck Company functions and responsibilities?
Rescue/Entry/Ventilation/Support
What is the primary responsibility of the 1st Due Truck or 1st Due Squad upon arrival at the fire scene?
Position the Truck to accompany and support the 1st Due Engine Company
What is the main purpose of the Truck Company operations in the context of structural fires?
To provide support and coordination for fire attack operations
What influences the 1st Due Aerial Truck's choice of corner for the fire building?
Building construction, fire conditions, and obstacles
What is the ideal positioning for the 2nd Due Truck?
Secondary access/egress for roof operations and to access windows and balconies not reachable by the 1st Due Truck
When may it be advantageous to position a Tower Ladder instead of a Truck?
Based on building construction and required aerial work
What must the 1st Due Truck do to support the Engine Company in coordinated fire attack?
Sacrifice the best vantage point if necessary
Who does the Truck Officer report to during interior firefighting operations?
Interior command position
What responsibilities can the 2nd Due Truck expect for strategically offensive fires?
Floor-above primary search and roof ventilation
What may the 3rd Due Truck be assigned to in case of a 'Mayday' transmission?
Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) operations
How should the 3rd Due Truck's positioning be in relation to firefighting efforts?
Not obstruct firefighting efforts and be close to the fire building if possible
What may the IC assign the 3rd Due Truck to assist with?
Rescue and stoppage of communicating fire to other exposures
What do truck positioning and tactics for single-family and townhome fires involve?
Determining the best way to position the Truck in front of the building and sizing up building and fire conditions
Where do the Officer and OV deploy with full PPE, tools, and ground ladder for additional size-up, horizontal ventilation, and forced entry?
To the back of the building
What is the primary responsibility of the 1st Due Truck/Squad?
Supporting initial tactics, tasks, procedures to confine and extinguish fire
What is the purpose of the Truck Company's initial size-up at a structural fire scene?
To provide information on direction of travel, structure size, conditions, and strategy
What is the purpose of the riding position Truck Company tool assignments?
For emergency scene accountability and guidelines for specific needs
What must personnel be familiar with regarding the apparatus?
Operation and location of all tools, equipment, and hose beds carried on the apparatus
What is the responsibility of Command Officers and Battalion Commanders regarding fireground frequency assignments?
Carrying two portables for fireground frequency assignments
What determines the positioning and operating of hose lines?
Aggressive coordinated ventilation by the Truck Company
What undergoes thorough checks at the start of each shift?
Apparatus and associated equipment
What are included in the personal items checked and inventoried at shift change?
Protective clothing, SCBA, portable radio, and more
What differs in the Truck Company's size-up for structural fires compared to Engine Companies?
First on the scene, providing initial size-up
What are some of the responsibilities of the Truck Company?
Laddering, overhaul, ventilation, entry, rescue, salvage operations, and utilities shutdown
What is the purpose of the thorough checks at the start of each shift?
To ensure apparatus and associated equipment are in working order
What is the primary responsibility of the 2nd Due Truck Company?
Assigned roof operations, ventilation, rescue, and support hose line operations
When should the Truck Company respond to activated fire alarms?
Only for confirmed fires
What is the responsibility of a Truck Company with Quint capabilities in certain districts?
Engine Operations
What is the main tactical rule for the Truck/Squad Company?
Operate on the roof under any circumstances
What are the responsibilities of the 2nd Due Truck Company during a fire attack?
Roof operations, ventilation, rescue, and support hose line operations
What is the responsibility of the Truck Company in extrication incidents?
Extrication and rescue
What does the Officer of the Truck Company do during activated fire alarms?
Size up building and fire conditions
What is the responsibility of the Truck Officer in elevator rescues?
Communicate and coordinate extrication operations
What is the responsibility of the Truck Company with Quint capabilities in certain districts?
Engine Operations
What is the primary responsibility of the Truck Company during fire attack?
Roof operations, ventilation, rescue, and support hose line operations
What is the responsibility of the Truck Company Officer in evaluating fire conditions?
Size up building and fire conditions
What is a dangerous and costly aspect of elevator rescues?
Immediate removal of victims
What is the main tactical mission of the Truck Company Operation?
To support the Engine Operation for an immediate coordinated (Vent & Enter) fire attack
What is the acronym for Truck Company duties?
L-O-V-E-R-S-U
What is the #1 priority of the Truck Company at the scene of an emergency?
Protection of life
What is the purpose of the standard operating guideline for Truck Operations?
To maximize the effectiveness of Truck Operations by creating an accountable, organized, safe, and coordinated plan of operation
What does the 3rd Due Truck may be assigned to?
RIT operations
What is the main mission of a Truck Company at the scene of an emergency?
Protection of life and property
What is the main tactical mission of the Truck Company Operation once the Engine Operation is supported?
Managing their hose lines, primary search, and examination for fire extension
What is the acronym for Truck Company duties?
L-O-V-E-R-S-U
What is the recommended location for Roll Call?
On the apparatus floor near the apparatus
What is the key to successful Truck Operations according to the text?
Teamwork, experience, knowledge, and discipline
What are the functions included in Truck Company duties?
Life Safety, Apparatus placement, Search and rescue, Utilities control
What is the basic functional acronym for Truck Operations?
L-O-V-E-R-S-U
What is the main tactical mission of the Truck Company Operation?
Supporting the Engine Operation for an immediate coordinated fire attack
What is the primary mission of a Truck Company?
Protection of life and property at the scene of an emergency
What are the functions and responsibilities of a Truck Company?
Laddering, forcible entry, search and rescue, ventilation, examination for extension, and salvage
What does the acronym LOVERSU represent in the context of Truck Company functions and responsibilities?
Ladders, Overhaul, Ventilation, Entry, Rescue, Salvage, and Utilities
Where is Roll Call recommended to take place?
On the apparatus floor near the apparatus
What is crucial for successful Truck Operations?
Teamwork, experience, knowledge, and discipline
What determines the course of action for Truck Company duties?
The standard operating guideline
What is recommended to be covered during Roll Call?
Riding position and tool assignments, apparatus maintenance, weather and road conditions, and officer drills
What is the ideal location for Roll Call?
On the apparatus floor near the apparatus
What influences the positioning and operating of hose lines for the Truck Company?
The standard operating guideline
What is the recommended location for thorough checks at the start of each shift?
On the apparatus floor near the apparatus
What is the primary responsibility of the 2nd Due Truck Company during a fire attack?
Supporting the Engine Operation for an immediate coordinated fire attack
Study Notes
Fire Department Truck Company Tactics and Positioning
- The 1st Due Aerial Truck's choice of corner for the fire building is influenced by factors such as fire conditions, obstacles, and building construction.
- The 2nd Due Truck is ideally positioned for secondary access/egress for roof operations and to access windows and balconies not reachable by the 1st Due Truck.
- Positioning a Tower Ladder instead of a Truck may be advantageous based on building construction and required aerial work.
- The 1st Due Truck must sacrifice the best vantage point if necessary to support the Engine Company in coordinated fire attack.
- The Truck Officer reports directly to the Interior command position during interior firefighting operations.
- The 2nd Due Truck typically positions for the best vantage point for aerial operations from the roof.
- The 2nd Due Truck can expect tactical responsibilities such as floor-above primary search and roof ventilation for strategically offensive fires.
- The 3rd Due Truck may be assigned RIT operations and must be rapidly deployed upon a "Mayday" transmission.
- The 3rd Due Truck's positioning should not obstruct firefighting efforts and should be close to the fire building if possible.
- The IC may assign the 3rd Due Truck to assist with rescue and stoppage of communicating fire to other exposures.
- Truck positioning and tactics for single-family and townhome fires involve determining the best way to position the Truck in front of the building and sizing up building and fire conditions.
- The Officer and OV deploy with full PPE, tools, and ground ladder to the back of the building for additional size-up, horizontal ventilation, and forced entry.
Fire Department Truck Company Operations
- Truck/Squad Company assists Engine Company in evaluating fire conditions and risks in larger buildings
- Tactical rule: If unable to operate on the roof, do not operate under the roof
- Officer sizes up building and fire conditions
- 2nd Due Truck Company responsible for positioning and setting up aerial ladder
- 2nd Due Truck Company assigned roof operations, ventilation, rescue, and support hose line operations
- Truck Company assigned to Engine Company to remain together during fire attack
- Truck Company must respond to activated fire alarms as for confirmed fires
- Officer to size up building and possible fire conditions during activated fire alarms
- Truck Company with Quint capabilities responsible for Engine Operations in certain districts
- Truck Company charged with extrication and rescue in extrication incidents
- Truck Officer communicates and coordinates extrication operations with other Officer
- Elevator rescues can be dangerous and costly, involving panicked or ill victims requiring immediate removal
Truck Company Operations Standard Operating Guideline
- The 2nd Due Truck's role includes positioning for aerial access, performing floor-above primary search, and roof ventilation.
- The 3rd Due Truck may be assigned to RIT operations.
- When a Truck Company assumes Engine Operations, the 1st Due Squad or 2nd Due Truck assumes Truck Operations.
- The standard operating guideline aims to maximize the effectiveness of Truck Operations within the Oak Lawn Fire Department Area of Operations.
- The guideline addresses strategic and tactical procedures for Incident Commanders and Truck Company personnel.
- The primary mission of a Truck Company is the protection of life and property at the scene of an emergency, with the highest priority on protecting lives.
- The main tactical mission of the Truck Company Operation is to support the Engine Operation for an immediate coordinated fire attack.
- The Truck Company's functions and responsibilities include laddering, forcible entry, search and rescue, ventilation, examination for extension, and salvage, among others.
- Truck Company duties are not in order of importance, and the course of action is determined based upon the needs of the situation.
- A basic functional acronym for Truck Operations is L-O-V-E-R-S-U, representing Ladders, Overhaul, Ventilation, Entry, Rescue, Salvage, and Utilities.
- Roll Call is recommended to take place on the apparatus floor near the apparatus, covering topics such as riding position and tool assignments, apparatus maintenance, weather and road conditions, and officer drills.
- Teamwork, experience, knowledge, and discipline are crucial for successful Truck Operations, and personnel should be aware of their own duties and those of other company members.
Test your knowledge of fire department truck company tactics and positioning with this quiz. Explore the strategic positioning of 1st, 2nd, and 3rd due trucks, their roles in interior firefighting operations, and their responsibilities in various fire scenarios.
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