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What is the highest priority at all structure fires, according to the provided guidelines?
What is the highest priority at all structure fires, according to the provided guidelines?
Which area should a primary search focus on beyond the fire area?
Which area should a primary search focus on beyond the fire area?
What is critical in facilitating a primary search in single-family dwellings?
What is critical in facilitating a primary search in single-family dwellings?
How should fire extinguishment be achieved in most single-family dwelling fires?
How should fire extinguishment be achieved in most single-family dwelling fires?
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What is defined as a single family dwelling according to the guidelines?
What is defined as a single family dwelling according to the guidelines?
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What is the strategic goal regarding property at a dwelling fire?
What is the strategic goal regarding property at a dwelling fire?
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When should rescue operations occur?
When should rescue operations occur?
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Where are the current forms located?
Where are the current forms located?
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What is the minimum number of Engine Companies dispatched as initial resources to a single-family dwelling fire?
What is the minimum number of Engine Companies dispatched as initial resources to a single-family dwelling fire?
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Besides Engine and Truck Companies, which of these is part of the initial resources dispatched to a single-family dwelling fire?
Besides Engine and Truck Companies, which of these is part of the initial resources dispatched to a single-family dwelling fire?
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Upon arrival at a working single-family dwelling fire, which resource is NOT dispatched?
Upon arrival at a working single-family dwelling fire, which resource is NOT dispatched?
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What is required of the first arriving engine company, if they decide not to lay a supply line initially?
What is required of the first arriving engine company, if they decide not to lay a supply line initially?
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When should the first arriving engine company lay a supply line from the hydrant?
When should the first arriving engine company lay a supply line from the hydrant?
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If an engine company takes their own hydrant, what is the furthest distance from their final parking spot it can be?
If an engine company takes their own hydrant, what is the furthest distance from their final parking spot it can be?
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When is the prompt for the Red Cross initiated?
When is the prompt for the Red Cross initiated?
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Which of the following is NOT considered part of additional alarm resources?
Which of the following is NOT considered part of additional alarm resources?
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What is the primary responsibility of the first arriving engine driver/operator?
What is the primary responsibility of the first arriving engine driver/operator?
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When must any deviations from the standard water supply procedures at a fire be approved?
When must any deviations from the standard water supply procedures at a fire be approved?
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Where should the initial attack line be positioned in relation to the fire and potential victims?
Where should the initial attack line be positioned in relation to the fire and potential victims?
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What is the typical role of the first arriving rescue unit at a fire?
What is the typical role of the first arriving rescue unit at a fire?
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What is the first arriving rescue unit required to do if they are the first to arrive on scene?
What is the first arriving rescue unit required to do if they are the first to arrive on scene?
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What action must be taken when using an attack line other than the standard pre-connected lines?
What action must be taken when using an attack line other than the standard pre-connected lines?
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Where are accountability tags to be left at an incident?
Where are accountability tags to be left at an incident?
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What is considered a key task of the second arriving engine company?
What is considered a key task of the second arriving engine company?
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What is the primary responsibility of the first arriving truck company related to search and rescue?
What is the primary responsibility of the first arriving truck company related to search and rescue?
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What specific information should the third arriving engine company provide to command after completing their size-up?
What specific information should the third arriving engine company provide to command after completing their size-up?
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What is a key responsibility of the first arriving engine company regarding hose line deployment?
What is a key responsibility of the first arriving engine company regarding hose line deployment?
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If the first arriving truck company is first on scene, what report should they provide per the content?
If the first arriving truck company is first on scene, what report should they provide per the content?
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Which of the following statements is TRUE with respect to accountability tags?
Which of the following statements is TRUE with respect to accountability tags?
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Besides search and rescue, and forcible entry, which is another responsibility of the first-arriving truck company?
Besides search and rescue, and forcible entry, which is another responsibility of the first-arriving truck company?
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What is the standard safety equipment that all responding crews must use, according to the content?
What is the standard safety equipment that all responding crews must use, according to the content?
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What does the acronym C.A.N. stand for when relating to communication with the incident commander?
What does the acronym C.A.N. stand for when relating to communication with the incident commander?
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What is the primary responsibility of the Working Fire Engine Company upon arrival at the scene?
What is the primary responsibility of the Working Fire Engine Company upon arrival at the scene?
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Which statement is true regarding the Fire Chief and Deputy Chief's requirement for PPE?
Which statement is true regarding the Fire Chief and Deputy Chief's requirement for PPE?
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What is the primary function of the Working Fire Truck Company when arriving at a fire scene?
What is the primary function of the Working Fire Truck Company when arriving at a fire scene?
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When do additional alarm units need to stage at a designated location?
When do additional alarm units need to stage at a designated location?
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What is a requirement of the Working Fire Rescue team upon arrival?
What is a requirement of the Working Fire Rescue team upon arrival?
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What is the primary responsibility of the first arriving squad company at a fire scene?
What is the primary responsibility of the first arriving squad company at a fire scene?
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What should the Rescue Lieutenant ensure upon arriving at the incident?
What should the Rescue Lieutenant ensure upon arriving at the incident?
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How should the first arriving command officer manage the incident?
How should the first arriving command officer manage the incident?
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Which of the following tasks is NOT required of the first arriving squad company?
Which of the following tasks is NOT required of the first arriving squad company?
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What role does the Safety Officer assume if not already assigned?
What role does the Safety Officer assume if not already assigned?
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If the first arriving squad company encounters an immediate danger, what is their first course of action?
If the first arriving squad company encounters an immediate danger, what is their first course of action?
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When should the full protective clothing be worn by all arriving personnel?
When should the full protective clothing be worn by all arriving personnel?
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What should the second arriving command officer do upon arrival?
What should the second arriving command officer do upon arrival?
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Flashcards
Life Safety Priority
Life Safety Priority
The most important priority during a structure fire is to save lives.
Primary Search
Primary Search
Searching for occupants in the areas closest to the fire and in bedrooms. This is a crucial step in ensuring the safety of those inside.
Interior Primary Search
Interior Primary Search
A thorough interior search for potential victims, focusing on areas close to the fire, bedrooms, and escape routes.
Coordinated Ventilation
Coordinated Ventilation
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Offensive Interior Attack
Offensive Interior Attack
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Single Family Dwelling
Single Family Dwelling
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Size-Up
Size-Up
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Property Conservation
Property Conservation
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Hydrant Hook-Up
Hydrant Hook-Up
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Deviation Approval
Deviation Approval
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Attack Line Placement
Attack Line Placement
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Initial Size-Up Report
Initial Size-Up Report
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Rescue Unit's Role
Rescue Unit's Role
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Second Engine's Responsibility
Second Engine's Responsibility
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First Arriving Engine Company Responsibilities
First Arriving Engine Company Responsibilities
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When to lay a supply line (Engine 1)
When to lay a supply line (Engine 1)
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First Arriving Engine Company's Plan of Action
First Arriving Engine Company's Plan of Action
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Water Supply Responsibility (Engine 2)
Water Supply Responsibility (Engine 2)
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Hydrant Usage and Distance
Hydrant Usage and Distance
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Plan of Action: First Arriving Unit
Plan of Action: First Arriving Unit
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Initial Resources for Single Family Dwelling Fires
Initial Resources for Single Family Dwelling Fires
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Working Fire Resources for Single Family Dwelling Fires
Working Fire Resources for Single Family Dwelling Fires
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Rapid Intervention Team (RIT)
Rapid Intervention Team (RIT)
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Ventilation
Ventilation
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C.A.N. Report
C.A.N. Report
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Attack Hose Line
Attack Hose Line
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Accountability Location
Accountability Location
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Forcible Entry
Forcible Entry
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Ladder the Structure
Ladder the Structure
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What do additional alarm units do?
What do additional alarm units do?
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What does the initial fire engine company do?
What does the initial fire engine company do?
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What gear must firefighters wear on a fire engine company?
What gear must firefighters wear on a fire engine company?
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Where should the fire rescue company position their unit?
Where should the fire rescue company position their unit?
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What gear must firefighters wear on a fire truck company?
What gear must firefighters wear on a fire truck company?
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First Arriving Squad Company
First Arriving Squad Company
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Rescue Lieutenant
Rescue Lieutenant
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Safety Officer
Safety Officer
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1st Arriving Command Officer
1st Arriving Command Officer
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2nd Arriving Command Officer
2nd Arriving Command Officer
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All Other Responding Command Staff Personnel
All Other Responding Command Staff Personnel
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Study Notes
Clearwater Fire and Rescue Department Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) 627 - Single Family Dwelling Fires
- Subject: Emergency operations at single-family dwellings
- Category: Operations
- Subcategory: Suppression & EMS
- Effective Date: 05/26/11
- Revision Date: 06/07/22
- Page: 1 of 6
- Purpose: To outline assignments and expectations for fire and rescue units responding to single-family dwelling fires. Life safety is the top priority.
- Definition of Single Family Dwelling: A detached or attached structure designed for one or more families, varying from one to three stories.
- Initial Resources: Three engine companies, one truck company, one rescue, one squad, two command officers, one fire medic lieutenant (LR-45), and one CL 320 (when available).
Working Fire Resources for Single Family Dwellings
- Resource Breakdown: One engine company, one truck company, one rescue, one command officer, Sunstar Ambulance, law enforcement, Duke Energy, and prompt for Red Cross.
Additional Alarm Resources
- Resource Breakdown: Two engine companies, one truck company, one rescue, one squad, and one command officer.
Unit Assignments
- First Arriving Engine Company: Complete initial size-up, provide radio report (CFR SOP 625), wear full protective clothing and SCBA, lay supply line from hydrant (unless otherwise instructed).
- First Arriving Rescue Unit: Complete initial size-up, wear protective clothing and SCBA, assist operations as directed, provide medical care to victims, ensure adequate rehab staffing for firefighters and civilians.
- Second Arriving Engine Company: Ensure continuous water supply to the first engine company.
- Third Arriving Engine Company: Wear protective clothing, assume Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) role, and complete size-up of the structure.
- First Arriving Truck Company: Wear protective clothing, provide aerial and ground ladders, provide ventilation, conduct forcible entry, provide updates to Incident Commander, and perform search and rescue of civilians.
- First Arriving Squad Company: Wear full protective clothing, secure scene lighting and power, fill breathing apparatus bottles, assist with truck company operations and commands.
- Rescue Lieutenant: Report to and receive assignments from Command. Ensure adequate rehab staffing for firefighters.
- CI 320 Safety Officer: Wear full protective clothing, communicate with Incident Commander, perform 360 structure recon, notify the Incident Commander of recommendations, and be prepared to act at all times.
- First/Second Arriving Command Officers: Assume incident commander position, maintain scene accountability, manage incident using policies and the incident management system, and be prepared to potentially deploy additional personnel.
Working Fire Response Units
- Working Fire Engine Company: Wear protective clothing, establish secondary water supply line when appropriate, and report to the Incident Commander.
- Working Fire Truck Company: Wear protective clothing, position truck advantageously (unless directed otherwise), and report to the Incident Commander.
- Working Fire Rescue: Wear protective clothing, position unit out of the way of other units, report to the Incident Commander, and can be assigned to medical or rehabilitation tasks.
Additional Alarm Companies
- Additional alarm units will stage at designated locations until receiving orders from Command.
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This quiz covers the Clearwater Fire and Rescue Department's Standard Operating Procedures for handling single-family dwelling fires. It outlines the roles and resources needed for emergency operations, emphasizing life safety. Familiarize yourself with the assigned units and expectations for effective response.