213 Questions
How many levels of fire officer are there according to the NFPA?
4
Which level of fire officer is generally associated with supervising a single fire company or apparatus?
I
Which is the lowest level of fire officer that is qualified for a chief officer position?
III
At the Fire Officer I level, emphasis is placed on accomplishing the department’s goals and objectives by working through what to achieve the desired results?
subordinates
Who holds overall administrative and operational responsibility in a fire department?
Fire Chief
What is a special political subdivision with the single purpose of providing fire protection within a defined geographic area?
District
What is the relationship between NIMS and ICS?
ICS is a component of NIMS
What is the recommended span of control for most experts?
No more than 5 people
What is the principle of division of labor in a fire department?
Specific assignment of a task to an individual, preventing duplication of job assignments
What is the general principle guiding and directing firefighters to do what their fire department expects of them?
Discipline
What is medium-range planning in a fire department?
1 to 3 years in advance
What is a standing, permanent document in a fire department?
Standard operating guide/procedure
What is the largest fire service labor organization in the United States?
IAFF
According to John Kotter, which subprocess in leadership is aligning people?
Empowerment
In the behavioral approach to leadership, what is one of the two general types of behaviors identified by Northouse?
Task-oriented behavior
According to Peter Northouse, how many major leadership traits did he identify?
5
According to Robert Katz, how many skills are included in the Three-Skill Approach for leaders' personal development?
3
Which style in the Blake and Mouton Managerial Grid represents the lowest level of concern for results and people?
Impoverished style
What does John Kotter define as the process that 'creates orderly results which keep something working efficiently'?
Management
In contrasting management and leadership, what is primarily associated with leadership?
Influencing people
According to the Blake and Mouton Managerial Grid, which style is characterized by determination, focus, and drive for success?
Authority-compliance style
According to the Blake and Mouton Managerial Grid, which style demonstrates high concern for results and low concern for people?
Authority-Compliance
In contrasting management and leadership, what is associated with management?
Setting timetables
Which of the major leadership traits was identified by Peter Northouse?
Determination
According to the behavioral approach to leadership, what is one of the general types of behaviors identified by Northouse?
Relationship-oriented behavior
In the formal fire department organization, who is considered the representative of the fire chief?
The fire officer
What event changes a firefighter’s relationship with the formal fire department organization?
Promotion to chief officer
What happens if an officer enforces an order they do not agree with?
Authority and supervisory ability are undermined
What can a fire officer do to improve effectiveness in handling an unpopular order?
Determine the history behind the order
According to James O. Page, what is one of the three distinct roles of the company officer’s duties?
Commander
What does James O. Page recommend using to assist fire officers in developing skills and competencies within the fire company?
Problem-solving scenarios
What should fire officers consult first when preparing to present a class covering a specific topic?
Their personal training library
What does 'walking the talk' mean for a fire officer?
Demonstrating the behaviors they say are important
What does ethical behavior align with in a fire department?
Core values, mission statement, and value statements
Define integrity?
A complex system of inherent attributes that determine a person’s moral and ethical actions and reactions
What does the Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1972 apply to?
Employers with a minimum of 15 employees
What term does the International Association of Fire Chiefs use for Fire Officer I?
Supervising Fire Officer
What is the lowest level qualified to perform a post-incident analysis of a multicompany operation?
Managing Fire Officer
What percentage of firefighters in the United States are volunteers, according to the NFPA?
70 percent
What do brigades typically refer to in the context of fire protection?
Units provided by private industries
What did a fire mark historically indicate?
The house was covered by insurance
What is the origin of the fire service in the United States?
Civilian volunteers
What type of members do combination fire departments use to staff the department?
Both career and volunteer members
What is beyond the typical responsibilities of Fire Officer I?
Completing employee performance appraisals
What is the lowest level qualified to perform a post-incident analysis of a multicompany operation?
Fire Officer II
What is the primary factor required to produce fire, according to the fire triangle concept?
Fuel, oxygen, and heat
Which class of fire involves ordinary combustible materials such as wood and paper?
Class A
What is the primary purpose of Class A foam in firefighting?
Reducing surface tension of water and making it more easily absorbed by a burning material
An uninhibited chemical reaction that occurs when fuel is broken down by heat.
Fire tetrahedron
What is the most effective extinguishing system for commercial cooking fires?
Wet chemical hood suppression system
Which type of fire involves cooking appliances with vegetable oils, animal oils, or fats?
Class K
What is the stage of fire characterized by the simultaneous ignition of the surface area?
Flashover
What is the term for the hostile fire event characterized by intermittent ignition of small pockets of smoke?
Ghosting
What is the term for the rare explosion created as a developing fire creates air deficient in oxygen?
Backdraft
What is the primary method of heat transfer by gas or liquid?
Convection
What involves flammable liquids, combustible liquids, petroleum greases, tars, oils, solvents, lacquers, alcohols, and flammable gases?
Class B
Which type of fire involves combustible metals such as aluminum, magnesium, titanium, sodium, & potassium?
Class D
What type of fire involves energized electrical equipment?
Class C
What type of fire should water not be used to extinguish?
Class D
What are the basic areas of size-up according to the text?
Water availability, area size, life hazards, location of fire, apparatus/personnel, construction materials, exposure, weather conditions, auxiliary appliances, special matters, building height, occupancy, time
What are the seven basic strategies for the Incident Commander?
Rescue, Exposure, Confinement, Extinguishment, Overhaul, Ventilation, Salvage
What are the initial concerns for an initial responder according to the text?
Rescue, exposures, confinement, ventilation
What time frames are typically used for the operational period of an Incident Action Plan during the response phase?
6, 8, 12, or 24 hours
What is the SMART format for writing incident objectives?
Specific, Measurable, Action-oriented, Realistic, Timely
What are the two basic methods of decision making mentioned in the text?
Classical and Naturalistic
What type of sprinkler system contains water all the time and is not suitable for buildings where the temperature falls below 40˚F?
Wet pipe system
Which type of sprinkler system is filled with air or nitrogen under pressure and has a valve to prevent water from entering the system, suitable for buildings where the temperature falls below 40˚F?
Dry pipe system
Which type of sprinkler system contains a deluge type valve, closed sprinkler heads, and is filled with air or nitrogen under pressure, with water held back?
Preaction system
Which type of sprinkler system uses open sprinkler heads and a deluge valve, and is suitable for highly hazardous occupancies?
Deluge system
What is the primary purpose of CREW RESOURCE MANAGEMENT?
To optimize human performance in emergency situations
What is the primary consideration for line placement?
Protection of life
What is the flow requirement for master streams?
Flow greater than 300 GPM
What is the recommended guideline for hose-line placement on stairs?
1 length per floor
What type of standpipe system is often required in buildings over 3 stories high?
Class 1
What is the purpose of parapet walls in commercial buildings and warehouses?
To prevent the spread of horizontal fire
What is the purpose of a trench cut in truck company operations?
To control an uncontrolled cockloft fire
What type of structure is more than 75 feet tall and presents numerous life safety problems for firefighters?
High-rise
What is the primary way to protect life and control or extinguish high-rise fires?
Automatic fire sprinklers
What is the basic premise of stairwell pressurization?
To introduce outside air through fans to create pressure within the stairway
What is the rule for operating on floors above the fire floor in a high-rise fire?
Each FF should carry a spare SCBA cylinder
What is the primary issue with older water mains in relation to water supply for firefighting?
Tuberculation lessens the expected flow
What is the primary concern related to the presence of combustible materials in a lumberyard?
Heat generation
What is the primary concern with large refrigeration systems in supermarkets?
Projected 20-50% leakage annually
What is the primary characteristic of a strip mall?
Parking lot directly in front of stores
What is a common characteristic of a supermarket?
May include commercial kitchens and restaurant areas
What size connection is often required in buildings greater than 3 stories high for Class 1 standpipe systems?
2"
What is the purpose of the automatic, semiautomatic, or manual designation in standpipe system design?
To indicate water supply type
What type of buildings are included in the category of commercial and industrial buildings?
Warehouses and high-rise buildings
What is a common characteristic of a lumberyard?
Large quantity of highly combustible lumber
What is the primary consideration for line placement when dealing with threatened exposures in a fire?
Protection of adjacent structures
What is the best method of determining wind direction in a high-rise building?
Removing a window directly beneath the intended fire floor
What does wind shear refer to in the context of high-rise buildings?
The variation in wind speed or direction over a short distance
What is the lowest level qualified to perform a post-incident analysis of a multicompany operation?
Company officer
What is the maximum number of personnel or activities one individual can control, according to the principle of Span of Control?
3 to 7
What is the primary function of management associated with developing a program or method to accomplish an objective?
Planning
Which leadership approach focuses on serving others rather than accruing power or taking control?
Servant leadership
What type of leadership approach causes change in individuals and social systems, developing followers into leaders?
Transformational leadership
Which component is central to the leadership concept?
Leadership is a process
What is the term for a leadership style in which managers make decisions unilaterally, without input from subordinates?
Autocratic leadership
What is the primary purpose of Crew Resource Management (CRM)?
To focus on situational awareness and effective communication
According to French and Raven (1959), which type of power is based on the target person's belief that the agent has the right to make a request?
Legitimate power
What is the emphasis of the Behavioral approach to leadership?
Personality characteristics of a leader
What is the primary characteristic of a leader following the Impoverished (Indifferent) style in the Blake and Mouton Managerial Grid?
Neutral
What is the primary focus of the Laissez-faire leadership style?
Non-interference in decision-making
What is the emphasis of the Skills approach to leadership?
The leader's skills and capabilities
What is the primary characteristic of a leader following the Authority-Compliance (Controlling) style in the Blake and Mouton Managerial Grid?
High concern for results
What is the primary focus of the Country Club (Accommodating) leadership style?
High concern for others
What is the primary characteristic of a leader following the Middle-of-the-Road (Status quo) style in the Blake and Mouton Managerial Grid?
Belief in maintaining popular status
What is the emphasis of the Trait approach to leadership?
The traits of an effective leader
What is the primary focus of the Team Leader/Management (Sound) leadership style?
Balanced concern for results and people
What is the primary purpose of Followership?
To accept the influence of others to accomplish a common goal
What is the four-step method of skill training?
Prepare-present-apply-evaluate
What is the term for the state when a firefighter does not know that they don’t know?
Unconscious Incompetence
What is the purpose of an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)?
To cover all or part of the cost for employees to receive counseling, referrals, and advice in dealing with stressful issues
When is training considered to have occurred?
When there is an observable change in behavior
What is the primary responsibility of the receiver in the communication cycle?
Interpretation of information from the sender
What is the primary purpose of the C-A-N (Conditions, Actions, Needs) process method?
To provide a progress radio report
What is the primary purpose of a grievance procedure within an organization?
To resolve a dispute, claim, or complaint
What is the primary characteristic of mentoring in the context of a developmental relationship?
A desire to help
What is the first step in a systematic approach to ensure high-quality decision making?
Define the problem
What is the purpose of NFPA 1720, Standard for the Organization and Deployment of Fire Suppression Operations?
Describes demand zones and staffing response times
What is the primary purpose of a systematic four-step approach to training for firefighters in a basic job skill?
Prepare the firefighter to learn
What is the primary focus of the initial psychomotor skill level for firefighters?
To provide basic understanding
What is the primary characteristic of the plateau psychomotor skill level for firefighters?
Learner retains 85% and is competent
What is the primary purpose of the investigation in the context of a systematic inquiry or examination?
To conduct a systematic inquiry or examination
What is the primary purpose of job instruction training for firefighters in a basic job skill?
To provide a systematic four-step approach to training
What is a preincident plan according to NFPA 1620?
A document used by responding personnel in effectively managing emergencies for the protection of occupants, participants, responding personnel, property, and the environment
What is the primary characteristic of high-risk property?
Potential for catastrophic property or life loss in the event of a fire
What is the role of the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) in relation to fire codes?
Responsible for enforcing the requirements of a code or standard, or for approving equipment, materials, an installation, or a procedure
What are mini/max codes in the context of fire codes?
Codes developed and adopted at the state level for either mandatory or optional enforcement by local governments; these codes cannot be amended by local governments
What are actions generally performed in the interior of the involved structures that involve direct attack on a fire to directly control and extinguish the fire?
Offensive operations
What is the high-risk search technique using a team of two to access a room from an outside window, close the door to the hallway and conduct a primary search?
O-V.E.I.S.
What does the acronym NIMS stand for?
National Incident Management System
What is the guide for testing of building partitions and floors for fire resistance, recording fire temperature increase over time?
Standard time-temperature curve
What is the component of NIMS responsible for the management of assigned resources to effectively respond to incidents?
Incident Command System
What is the decision made by a responder based on a hazard identification and situation assessment that weighs the risks likely to be taken against the benefits to be gained for taking those risks?
Risk/benefit analysis
What is the system mandated by Homeland Security Presidential Directive-5 (HSPD-5) that provides a systematic, proactive approach guiding government agencies at all levels, the private sector, and NGOs to work seamlessly to prepare for, prevent, respond to, recover from incidents?
National Incident Management System (NIMS)
What is the movement of heat and smoke from higher pressure within the fire area towards the lower pressure areas accessible via doors, window openings, and roof structures?
Flow path
What is the guide for testing of building construction and materials developed by the American Society for Testing and Materials?
ASTM E119
What is the phase of size-up system that involves ongoing assessment?
Phase three
What is the phase of size-up system that involves preincident info?
Phase one
Which component of NIMS is responsible for communications and information management?
IS 704
What does adoption by reference refer to in the context of fire codes?
A jurisdiction passing an ordinance adopting a specific edition of a model code
What are standpipe systems installed in buildings primarily used for?
Fire extinguishing purposes
What is the primary purpose of NFPA 704?
Identifying hazards of materials for emergency response
What is the purpose of fire code compliance inspection?
To identify and address fire code violations
What are special extinguishing systems primarily used for?
Carbon dioxide, dry or wet chemical, halon 1301, and foam systems
What is the primary purpose of masonry walls in the context of fire safety?
To provide fire resistance and structural support
What does occupancy type refer to in the context of fire codes?
The purpose for which a building is used
What is the primary purpose of automatic sprinkler systems in the event of a fire?
Discharge water immediately when a sprinkler head operates
What is the purpose of FIRESCOPE organization?
To develop a standardized system for managing fire resources at large-scale incidents
What is the primary function of Model codes developed by standards organizations like NFPA?
Can be adopted by Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)
What does adoption by transcription involve in the context of fire codes?
The entire text of the code is published within the adopting ordinance or regulation
What is the purpose of an ordinance in the context of fire codes?
Refers to laws established by authorized subdivisions of a state
What is the purpose of Special extinguishing systems?
To extinguish specific types of fires such as chemical, electrical, or oil fires
What is the purpose of Fire code compliance inspection?
To identify and address fire code violations in an occupancy
What is the purpose of NFPA 1, Fire Code?
To provide a model code for fire safety regulations
What is the purpose of Adoption by reference in fire code regulations?
To pass an ordinance adopting a specific edition of a model code
What is the purpose of Occupancy type in the context of fire codes?
To define the purpose for which a building is used
What is one of the primary responsibilities of an Incident Safety Officer (ISO)?
Identify hazardous situations and dangerous conditions at an emergency incident
What does NFPA 470 define as 'Hazard'?
Capable of causing harm or posing an unreasonable risk to life, health, property, or environment
What is the purpose of incident scene rehabilitation?
Provide rest, rehydration, nourishment, and medical evaluation to members involved in strenuous or extended-duration incident scene operations
In the absence of an Incident Safety Officer (ISO), who can assign a qualified individual to perform ISO duties?
The Incident Commander (IC)
What is a Loudermill hearing?
A disciplinary action before suspension, demotion, or termination
What is suspension in the context of firefighter disciplinary actions?
suspension is a negative disciplinary action that removes the firefighter from the work location, and is permanent.
What is termination in the context of firefighter disciplinary actions?
Permanent removal from work
What is involuntary transfer or detail?
An assignment to a less desirable or different work location
What is demotion in the context of firefighter disciplinary actions?
A disciplinary action with reduced pay
What is the purpose of the Compensation and benefits system in a fire department?
To determine pay, leave, and fringe benefits for each position
What is the purpose of the Incident Action Plan (IAP) in major incident management?
To reflect the overall strategy and is updated throughout the incident
What is the purpose of the National Incident Management System (NIMS)?
To guide incident prevention, protection, response, and recovery
What is the responsibility of the finance/administration section during an incident?
To be responsible for all costs during an incident
What document outlines ISO responsibilities including monitoring incident environment, evaluating hazards, developing preventive measures, intervening when threats exist, and communicating safety measures?
NFPA 1561
Who is the health and safety program manager assigned by the fire chief?
HSO
Which document specifies HSO and ISO qualifications for fire department ISOs?
NFPA 1521
What system was developed by the Department of Homeland Security as an incident response system?
NIMS
Which act created OSHA?
The Williams-Steiger Act of 1970
Which NFPA standard addresses the authority and qualifications of the safety officer?
NFPA 1521
What do material responses to forces depend on?
Type, shape, orientation, and mass
How can materials be classified?
By their reaction to imposed loads and resistance to forces.
What system details ISO qualifications for National Incident Management System (NIMS) safety officers?
NFPA 1026
What is the primary focus of NFPA 1581?
Outlining components for fire department infection control programs
What does NFPA 1975 define standards for?
Emergency services work apparel
What is the primary cause of noncardiac death within a burning structure?
Flashover and structural collapse
What is the focus of transformational leadership?
Building follower commitment through idealized influence, inspirational motivation, intellectual stimulation, and individualized consideration
What is the main focus of collective bargaining in fire departments?
Negotiating employment contracts with employers
What is the primary focus of transactional leadership?
Reciprocal relationship rooted in the treatment of factory workers during the Industrial Revolution
What does state police powers refer to?
Authority of each state to govern matters related to resident welfare and safety
What does goal setting involve?
Establishing specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound goals
What is the primary focus of work improvement plans and special evaluation periods?
Addressing performance deficiencies and behavior issues
What is the primary focus of the Incident Command System (ICS)?
Roles and responsibilities for emergency operations management
Which building construction type uses wooden timbers of large-dimension lumber and is similar to Type III but with larger dimension lumber?
Type IV (Heavy Timber)
What is the main concern with Type V construction, also known as 'stick-built'?
Combustible material
What is the 'Identify-Analyze-Decide' method used for in building construction?
Predicting collapse potential
What is the strict order for all crews to immediately escape from the building called?
Emergency evacuation
What is defined as the products of incomplete combustion and pyrolytic decomposition, including particles, aerosols, and fire gases that are toxic, flammable, and volatile?
Smoke
What is an explosive event that occurs when air is suddenly reintroduced into a closed space filled with pressurized, ignition-temperature, and oxygen-deprived products of combustion and pyrolysis?
Backdraft
What does smoke color indicate in relation to a fire in a building?
Stage of heating
What is the primary method used to predict collapse potential in building construction?
Reading smoke and flames
What is the main concern with Type II construction?
Deformation
What is the characteristic of Type III construction?
Load-bearing walls made of noncombustible material and roof and floor assemblies made of
What are hybrid buildings in the context of building construction?
Buildings made of multiple materials
What are the different building eras mentioned in the text?
Founder's Era, Industrial Era, Legacy Era, Lightweight Era
What are the three steps to reading smoke?
View, analyze, determine
What is the Ventilation-limited phase in Compartmentalized Fire Growth characterized by?
Open flaming decreases due to smoke production limiting available combustion air
What is the primary characteristic of a flashover?
It occurs when all the surfaces and contents of a space reach their ignition temperature nearly simultaneously.
What is the primary characteristic of a backdraft?
It occurs when air is suddenly reintroduced into a closed space filled with pressurized, ignition-temperature, and oxygen-deprived products of combustion and pyrolysis.
What is the primary characteristic of a smoke explosion?
It occurs when a spark or flame is introduced into a pocket of smoke that is below ignition temperature but above some aggregate flashpoint.
What is the primary characteristic of a flame-over?
It is a hostile fire event that includes the ignition and sustained burning of the overhead smoke layer within a room or hallway.
What is the primary characteristic of ghosting?
It is a hostile fire event sign characterized by intermittent ignition of small pockets of smoke, usually seen as fingers of flame that dance through the upper smoke layer.
What is the characteristic of a explosive growth phase?
Compartmentalized fire phenomenon that occurs when combustion air is reintroduced into a ventilation-controlled fire leading to flame-over and flashovers.
What is the primary characteristic of a decay phase?
Available fuels become consumed and the fire wanes.
What is the primary characteristic of a hostile fire event?
It is a fire behavior phenomena that can suddenly harm firefighters.
Study Notes
Fire Officer Certification and Fire Service in the United States
- NFPA Fire Officer I certification is required, as part of NFPA requirements, and it is associated with specific responsibilities and qualifications.
- The International Association of Fire Chiefs uses the term "Supervising Fire Officer" for Fire Officer I.
- Completing employee performance appraisals is beyond the scope of typical Fire Officer I responsibilities.
- Fire Officer II is termed as "Managing Fire Officer" by the International Association of Fire Chiefs.
- A Fire Officer II is the lowest level qualified to perform a post-incident analysis of a multicompany operation.
- The fire service in the United States originated historically as communities of civilian volunteers.
- Combination fire departments use both career and volunteer members to staff the department.
- Approximately 70 percent of firefighters in the United States are volunteers, according to the NFPA.
- Most discussions divide firefighters into career and volunteer categories.
- Brigades are typically applied to units provided by private industries or nongovernmental organizations for fire protection.
- A fire mark historically indicated that the house was covered by insurance.
- There are 29,816 fire departments in the United States, and in 2016, 3.8 percent of fire department responses were fire calls.
Fire Code Compliance and Initial Emergency Operations
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Ordinance refers to laws established by authorized subdivisions of a state, such as cities or towns
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Adoption by reference occurs when a jurisdiction passes an ordinance adopting a specific edition of a model code, e.g., NFPA 1, Fire Code
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Model codes are developed by standards organizations like NFPA and can be adopted by Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)
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Adoption by transcription is a method where the entire text of the code is published within the adopting ordinance or regulation
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Automatic sprinkler systems discharge water immediately when a sprinkler head operates
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Standpipe systems are piping arrangements installed in buildings for fire extinguishing purposes, classified into Class I, Class II, and Class III
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Special extinguishing systems include carbon dioxide, dry or wet chemical, halon 1301, and foam systems
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Fire code compliance inspection is a periodic check of an occupancy by the AHJ to identify and address fire code violations
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Masonry walls can consist of various materials such as brick, stone, or concrete
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Occupancy type refers to the purpose for which a building is used
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NFPA 704 is a standard system for identifying hazards of materials for emergency response, requiring labels on containers
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Fire Ground Command (FGC) is an incident management system developed for day-to-day fire department incidents in the 1970s
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FIRESCOPE is an organization established in the 1970s to develop a standardized system for managing fire resources at large-scale incidents
Fire Code Compliance and Initial Emergency Operations
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Ordinance refers to laws established by authorized subdivisions of a state, such as cities or towns
-
Adoption by reference occurs when a jurisdiction passes an ordinance adopting a specific edition of a model code, e.g., NFPA 1, Fire Code
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Model codes are developed by standards organizations like NFPA and can be adopted by Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)
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Adoption by transcription is a method where the entire text of the code is published within the adopting ordinance or regulation
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Automatic sprinkler systems discharge water immediately when a sprinkler head operates
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Standpipe systems are piping arrangements installed in buildings for fire extinguishing purposes, classified into Class I, Class II, and Class III
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Special extinguishing systems include carbon dioxide, dry or wet chemical, halon 1301, and foam systems
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Fire code compliance inspection is a periodic check of an occupancy by the AHJ to identify and address fire code violations
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Masonry walls can consist of various materials such as brick, stone, or concrete
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Occupancy type refers to the purpose for which a building is used
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NFPA 704 is a standard system for identifying hazards of materials for emergency response, requiring labels on containers
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Fire Ground Command (FGC) is an incident management system developed for day-to-day fire department incidents in the 1970s
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FIRESCOPE is an organization established in the 1970s to develop a standardized system for managing fire resources at large-scale incidents
Building Construction Types and Reading Smoke: A Detailed Overview
- There are 5 main building construction types: Type I (Fire-resistive), Type II (Noncombustible/limited combustible), Type III (Ordinary), Type IV (Heavy Timber), and Type V (Wood Frame).
- Type II construction is made of steel and does not require significant fire-resistive coatings, making it susceptible to deformation. It is commonly used in modern warehouses and small arenas.
- Type III construction has load-bearing walls of noncombustible material (masonry) and roof and floor assemblies made of wood.
- Type IV construction uses wooden timbers of large-dimension lumber and is similar to Type III but with larger dimension lumber, known as "Mill construction."
- Type V construction, also known as "stick-built," uses wooden or similar material for all members, with the main concern being combustible material.
- Hybrid buildings are a mix of multiple construction types or do not fit into any of the 5 construction types.
- Different building eras include the Founder's Era, Industrial Era, Legacy Era, and Lightweight Era, each with distinct construction characteristics.
- The "Identify-Analyze-Decide" method is used to predict collapse potential, involving steps such as classifying building construction, reading smoke and flames, visualizing trace loads, evaluating time, and predicting and communicating collapse potential.
- Emergency evacuation is a strict order for all crews to immediately escape from the building, while precautionary withdrawal is a directive for crews to exit a building interior or roof in an orderly manner.
- Smoke is defined as the products of incomplete combustion and pyrolytic decomposition, including particles, aerosols, and fire gases that are toxic, flammable, and volatile.
- Smoke develops from incomplete combustion and pyrolytic decomposition, with attributes including volume, velocity, density, and color, which can indicate the stage of heating and the location of the fire in a building.
- Backdraft is an explosive event that occurs when air is suddenly reintroduced into a closed space filled with pressurized, ignition-temperature, and oxygen-deprived products of combustion and pyrolysis, and thermal balance refers to heat collecting at the ceiling and cool air flowing to the fire below.
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