Fire Officer Chapter 6 160-177

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What is the main purpose of a pre-incident plan according to NFPA 1620?

To manage emergencies for the protection of occupants, participants, responding personnel, property, and the environment (correct)

To monitor the environmental impact of high-value properties

To assess the financial value of high-risk properties

To provide information useful for handling natural disasters

Which of the following is considered a high-value property?

A facility storing hazardous materials

A general office building

An agricultural equipment storage site (correct)

A residential apartment complex

What kind of property has the potential to produce catastrophic property or life loss in the event of a fire?

Small retail stores

Residential apartment complexes

Nuclear power plants (correct)

General office buildings

What must facilities that store or handle hazardous materials do with regard to pre-incident planning?

Provide information about the materials and their threats to the fire department and Local Emergency Planning Council (LEPC) Signup and view all the answers

What information should the pre-incident plan describe?

The process and resources for occupant protection and escape routes Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for the fire officer to have access to information about the occupants?

To assist occupants with special needs during evacuation Signup and view all the answers

What is a common challenge for facilities like high-rise, healthcare, or detention facilities during fire evacuations?

Difficulty in relocating occupants in a short time Signup and view all the answers

What does the incident command system require in terms of occupant tracking?

Establishing a tracking system for the occupants of a building Signup and view all the answers

How are sophisticated HVAC systems, such as those found in hospitals and high-rises, designed to respond to a fire alarm?

By shutting down automatically upon activation of a fire alarm Signup and view all the answers

What should be considered when determining the required water flow for controlling a fire?

The size of the building, its contents, and any features affecting water needs Signup and view all the answers

What do joint agreements and defined roles and responsibilities form part of?

The pre-planning process Signup and view all the answers

Why is it crucial to segregate the products of combustion from the occupants during a fire?

To limit exposure to toxic gases and smoke Signup and view all the answers

What type of assistance might be provided by the public school system during evacuations?

Transportation and areas of shelter Signup and view all the answers

What is one reason why some facilities cannot be completely evacuated in a short time?

Requirement to relocate occupants within other areas Signup and view all the answers

What should be noted in a pre-incident plan about special locking devices?

Their locations and functions Signup and view all the answers

What does marking an X in the box on a building denote?

Only exterior operations should be performed Signup and view all the answers

What is the National Association of EMS Physicians’ definition of a mass gathering event?

When there are 1000 or more participants Signup and view all the answers

In the context of mass gathering events, what do they pose for fire departments according to the text?

Produce a workload strain on existing emergency services Signup and view all the answers

What does the pre incident plan need to address, as per the text?

Incident command post location and emergency operations center Signup and view all the answers

What does fuel load refer to, based on the text?

The total quantity of all combustible products found within a room or space Signup and view all the answers

What are the stages of fire development as mentioned in the text?

Incipient stage, growth stage, fully developed stage, and decay stage Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of marking buildings after they have been secured and inspected?

To provide a visual cue to responders indicating that the property is vacant and has been evaluated Signup and view all the answers

Which factors affect the number of required fire companies during an emergency incident?

Size and shape of interior objects and types of materials used to create them Signup and view all the answers

What does an empty box on a building denote?

Normal stability at the time of marking Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in planning for a scheduled mass gathering event according to the text?

Determining potential size and nature of crowd activity Signup and view all the answers

What kind of events pose four problems for fire departments according to the text?

Mass gathering events Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to check department policy and know what the inspector has to do to legally enter a property?

To ensure compliance with legal requirements for property inspection Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a pre-incident plan?

To make firefighters familiar with the building Signup and view all the answers

What does NFPA 1620 outline as considerations when completing a pre-incident plan?

Identify physical elements and site considerations Signup and view all the answers

What does a plot plan provide in a pre-incident plan?

Representation of the exterior of a structure Signup and view all the answers

What should be included in the pre-incident plan regarding the building's dimensions?

The overall height, number of stories, length, width, and square footage Signup and view all the answers

What is an important aspect of assessing structural integrity in a pre-incident plan?

Assessing factors that could lead to collapse of building components Signup and view all the answers

What should be highlighted in a pre-incident plan regarding conditions that impact fire operations on the roof?

Factors that affect the safety of fire operations on the roof Signup and view all the answers

What should be documented regarding utilities in a pre-incident plan?

Location of utilities, HVAC controls, presence of flammable liquids, compressed or liquefied gases Signup and view all the answers

What should be tested during a pre-incident planning survey for a highrise building?

Two-way radios for interference or poor coverage Signup and view all the answers

What is included in information about elevators in a pre-incident plan?

Location in the building and type of recall service Signup and view all the answers

What is an important consideration when assessing environmental impact in a pre-incident plan?

Impact on approach due to wind direction and influence by wind direction on released contaminants Signup and view all the answers

What should be tested during a highrise building pre-incident planning survey?

Portable radios to ensure contact with dispatch or outside unit in different areas of the building only Signup and view all the answers

What information should be documented regarding security measures in a pre-incident plan?

The presence of fences and guard dogs. Signup and view all the answers

What aspect should be considered when assessing environmental contaminants in a pre-incident plan?

Influence on approach due to released contaminants influenced by wind direction. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of conducting water supply test data in accordance with NFPA 291?

To conduct fire flow testing and marking of hydrants Signup and view all the answers

What should be detailed in the pre-incident plan regarding special hazards?

Special hazards in the facility and a plan for sending proper resources during an emergency Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the recommended actions to reduce arson in vacant and abandoned buildings and improve firefighter safety?

Securing vacant or abandoned buildings Signup and view all the answers

What should be noted in the pre-incident plan regarding special equipment-treating atmospheres?

Identification of any area containing gasses or vapors that could present a hazard Signup and view all the answers

What data should be requested regarding special hazards in a facility?

Maximum inventory of hazardous materials and highly combustible products Signup and view all the answers

What is a vital step in preventing fires in unoccupied buildings?

Boarding up the building Signup and view all the answers

What does NFPA 291 recommend for fire flow testing and marking of hydrants?

Conducting tests in accordance with NFPA 291 Signup and view all the answers

What should be included in the pre-incident plan regarding smoke management and special hazard protection systems?

Documenting smoke management and special hazard protection systems Signup and view all the answers

What should be monitored in vacant properties to prevent fires and other criminal activity?

Unsecured vacant or abandoned buildings Signup and view all the answers

What is essential to identify in the pre-incident plan regarding private water systems?

The location of water tower and pump house Signup and view all the answers

What is important to include on the pre-incident plan regarding reactive chemicals or materials?

Details on reactive chemicals or materials found in the building Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended to prevent unauthorized access to vacant and abandoned buildings?

High-visibility surveillance Signup and view all the answers

What type of fire extinguisher might be required for the combustibles present in the building during a growth-stage fire?

Dry chemical fire extinguisher Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended minimum handline size for a fire in the growth stage?

1 3⁄4-in. (44-mm) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended approach for fighting a fully developed stage fire upon arrival?

Defensive attack Signup and view all the answers

When should the building be ventilated according to the pre-incident plan?

When the fire has entered the decay (smoldering) stage Signup and view all the answers

What should the facility provide to the fire department as soon as command is established?

A plot plan Signup and view all the answers

What is an important characteristic of a written pre-incident plan?

It follows a standardized format and includes standardized information Signup and view all the answers

What type of storage systems do many fire departments use for maintaining pre-incident plans?

Cloud-based storage systems Signup and view all the answers

What does a plot plan visually represent?

Relationship of the building to other buildings, streets, and other features Signup and view all the answers

What can be kept in a lock box or other secured area at the site according to the pre-incident plan?

Additional detailed information such as building plans and fire alarm drawings Signup and view all the answers

What does a floor plan allow the officer to identify quickly?

Considerations for a fire attack Signup and view all the answers

What does a floor plan visually represent?

Interior building features and emergency evacuation routes Signup and view all the answers

In what form do many fire departments maintain pre-incident plans instead of printing out hard copies?

Electronic form Signup and view all the answers