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What is the primary purpose of the Two-In/Two-Out rule during an offensive fire attack?
What is the primary purpose of the Two-In/Two-Out rule during an offensive fire attack?
Which equipment is NOT explicitly required for the Two-In firefighters entering an IDLH atmosphere?
Which equipment is NOT explicitly required for the Two-In firefighters entering an IDLH atmosphere?
What action should be taken if fewer than four firefighters are available on scene before entering an IDLH atmosphere?
What action should be taken if fewer than four firefighters are available on scene before entering an IDLH atmosphere?
What responsibility does the Incident Commander have regarding the Two-Out firefighters?
What responsibility does the Incident Commander have regarding the Two-Out firefighters?
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How many firefighters must be present on scene to initiate an offensive operation in an IDLH atmosphere?
How many firefighters must be present on scene to initiate an offensive operation in an IDLH atmosphere?
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Which of the following is one of the conditions that must be checked before entering a structure on fire?
Which of the following is one of the conditions that must be checked before entering a structure on fire?
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Which guideline must the Two-In firefighters follow regarding accountability in dangerous atmospheres?
Which guideline must the Two-In firefighters follow regarding accountability in dangerous atmospheres?
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What must one of the Two-Out firefighters be capable of doing?
What must one of the Two-Out firefighters be capable of doing?
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Study Notes
Palm Beach County Fire Rescue SOG 220-02: Two-In/Two-Out Rule
- Purpose: Establish guidelines for sufficient personnel during offensive fire attack operations in potentially hazardous atmospheres.
- Authority: Fire Rescue Administrator, NFPA 1500, 29 CFR 1910.134, FSS 633.8211, F.A.C. 69A-62.
- Scope: Applies to all Emergency Operations personnel.
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Offensive Fire Attack Operations:
- Minimum Personnel: A minimum of four firefighters (two-in/two-out) required before entering an Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health (IDLH) atmosphere.
- IDLH Applicability: The two-in/two-out rule applies during offensive operations in IDLH situations. Refer to SOG 220-03 for IDLH conditions and procedures.
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Two-In Firefighters:
- Pre-Entry: Conduct 360-degree size-up and assess personnel risk.
- Equipment: Full Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), engaged PASS device, two-way portable radio, forcible entry tools, flashlight.
- Accountability: Adhere to SOG 220-01 Personal Accountability.
- Alternative Actions (if insufficient personnel): Perform defensive fire attack, secure water supply, deploy hose lines, or approach the structure while maintaining control of openings.
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Two-Out Firefighters:
- Assignment: Incident Commander assigns at least two firefighters to monitor and communicate with the inside firefighters.
- Monitoring: One Two-Out firefighter primary responsibility is monitoring and potentially communicating with the inside firefighters.
- Secondary Tasks: Another Two-Out firefighter may take on other essential tasks, as long as these tasks are easily abandoned without increasing risk to other personnel
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Rescue:
- Exception: The Two-In/Two-Out rule does not prohibit rescue activities.
- Fewer Personnel: Fewer than four firefighters may enter if a rescue profile exists based on SOG 420-01.
- Documentation: If the Two-In/Two-Out exception is used, document the action and justification using Incident Reporting (PPM FR-M-201).
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This quiz covers the guidelines established in Palm Beach County Fire Rescue SOG 220-02 regarding the Two-In/Two-Out Rule. It focuses on the minimum personnel required for offensive fire attack operations in hazardous environments and the necessary precautions that must be taken before entering such spaces.
