Fire Incident Size-up Reporting Procedures

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What is the primary purpose of the radio incident scene size-up report?

To provide critical information upon arrival (correct)

To determine the level of seriousness of the fire

To organize the firefighting team

To inform the public about the incident

Which of the following is NOT included in the required information to be announced in a size-up report?

Current mode of attack

The number of floors

Type of occupancy

Weather conditions (correct)

If the first arriving unit is not an engine company, what must the first arriving engine company announce?

The correct address of the incident

The number of responding units

Water supply/layout information (correct)

Conditions found at the scene

What should be done if the correct address is different from the dispatched address?

Announce it to enable adjustments Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following conditions should NOT be reported in the size-up report?

Time of the call Signup and view all the answers

When is a radio size-up report required to be delivered?

For all fire alarms regardless of confirmation Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the critical pieces of information that must be included regarding water supply?

Water supply/layout information Signup and view all the answers

Who approves the Standard Operating Procedures for Clearwater Fire & Rescue?

The Fire Chief Signup and view all the answers

What should be announced to inform responding units about the structural characteristics?

The number of floors in the structure Signup and view all the answers

Which type of occupancy should be announced upon arrival at a fire scene?

Type of occupancy like commercial or residential Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of announcing conditions found upon arrival?

To inform about potential tactical changes based on conditions Signup and view all the answers

What information should be communicated regarding the water supply during an incident?

Water supply and layout information of the supply line Signup and view all the answers

What does the current mode of attack indicate during a fire incident?

The overall strategy for the incident Signup and view all the answers

When should a change in the mode of attack be communicated?

Immediately upon confirmation of the change Signup and view all the answers

What key information should be included in a radio report upon arrival?

Description of the structure and conditions observed Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a mode of attack used by Clearwater Fire & Rescue?

Strategic Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Clearwater Fire & Rescue Department Standard Operating Procedure - Radio Incident Scene Size-up Report

Purpose: Define critical information needed for responding to structure fires, reported structure fires, unconfirmed structure fires, and fire alarms. Create a consistent and structured method for delivering initial incident information to all units.
Size-up Report (625.1):
- First arriving unit provides radio size-up upon arrival at structure fires.
- If first arriving unit is not an engine company, the first engine company must announce water supply/layout information.
Radio Size-up Report Information (625.2):
- Correct address (if different from dispatched address).
- Number of floors.
- Type of occupancy (e.g., single-family, apartment, commercial).
- Site conditions and pertinent information (e.g., smoke showing, fire showing, nothing showing, etc.).
- Water supply/layout information (e.g., hydrant location, lay type).
- Current mode of attack (offensive, defensive, investigating).
Correct Address (625.3):
- Announce the correct address if the initial dispatch address is incorrect.
Announce Number of Floors (625.4):
- Report the number of floors in the building. If unsure, state it is a multi-story structure, until confirmed.
Announce Type of Occupancy (625.5):
- Convey the type of building (e.g., single-family home, apartment complex).
Announce Conditions/Pertinent Information (625.6):
- Describe current scene conditions (e.g., smoke direction, fire location). Include significant observations/details (e.g., construction type).
Announce Water Supply/Layout (625.7):
- Describe water supply details, hydrant information, water lay type (forward, reverse, split).
Announce Mode of Attack (625.8):
- Report if the mode of attack is Offensive, Defensive or Investigating.
Radio Report Example (625.9):
- Example: "Engine 51 is at 100 Main Street. We have a single-story residential structure with fire showing from two windows on the alpha side. Engine 51 will be in the Offensive mode." Given Example.
Other Size-Up Reports (625.10):
- Other incidents (vehicle accidents, gas leaks, hazardous materials) follow different procedures and are covered by SOP 614.

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This quiz covers the Clearwater Fire & Rescue Department's Standard Operating Procedure for radio incident scene size-up reports. Learn about the critical information required for responding to various fire incidents and how to deliver initial information effectively. Test your knowledge on the protocol for communicating crucial details upon arrival at structure fires.