Questions and Answers
What factor should NOT influence the Command's definition of an Offensive/Defensive Strategy?
Which of the following describes a Defensive Strategy during a fire incident?
Which of the following conditions is least likely to affect the volume and positioning of a fire attack?
What is the primary responsibility of the incident commander during a fire incident?
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In what situation might Command switch from an Offensive to a Defensive Strategy?
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Study Notes
Incident Commander's Responsibilities
- Ensure effective fire attack is integrated into the incident action plan.
- Determine appropriate attack positions and volumes based on incident size, complexity, strategy, and resources.
Key Considerations for Fire Control
- Evaluate the rescue profile of occupants to inform strategies.
- Assess fire/smoke volume and extent to guide tactical decisions.
- Consider structural conditions affecting safety and access for responders.
- Analyze ingress and egress routes for safe movement during operations.
- Monitor smoke conditions and ventilation profiles for optimal attack strategies.
- Account for available resources to support the chosen strategy.
Offensive vs. Defensive Strategy
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Offensive Strategy:
- Involves an interior or exterior attack from within the hazard zone.
- Supports creating and maintaining tenable spaces for search operations.
- Selection is influenced by rescue profile and occupancy type.
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Defensive Strategy:
- Focuses on attacking from the safest positions outside the hazard zone.
- Aims to prevent fire extension into exposures.
- Attack locations may be inside or outside, dictated by structure, conditions, and risk management plan position.
Command Decision-Making
- Initial and ongoing decisions regarding strategic approach are critical.
- The Incident Commander must declare the incident strategy clearly.
- Continual confirmation of chosen strategy along with monitoring specific benchmarks and elapsed time is essential for effective incident management.
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Description
This quiz focuses on the strategic level considerations for incident command during firefighting operations. Participants will learn about the importance of positioning, resource allocation, and defining offensive or defensive strategies in the context of risk management and fire control plans.
