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What is one of the primary responsibilities of lobby control personnel?
What is one of the primary responsibilities of lobby control personnel?
What does the acronym DATE stand for in the context of lobby control?
What does the acronym DATE stand for in the context of lobby control?
Why is it important to maintain records of members entering or exiting the building?
Why is it important to maintain records of members entering or exiting the building?
In the event of an actual fire emergency, what action should lobby control take regarding the air-handling system?
In the event of an actual fire emergency, what action should lobby control take regarding the air-handling system?
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What should lobby control do to ascertain the status of building utilities?
What should lobby control do to ascertain the status of building utilities?
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What must lobby control determine concerning elevators during an emergency?
What must lobby control determine concerning elevators during an emergency?
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Which of the following is NOT a duty of lobby control during an emergency?
Which of the following is NOT a duty of lobby control during an emergency?
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What specific information should lobby control have available to advise members entering the building?
What specific information should lobby control have available to advise members entering the building?
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Which channel does the 'T' in DATE represent?
Which channel does the 'T' in DATE represent?
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What is a primary task of lobby control regarding stairwells?
What is a primary task of lobby control regarding stairwells?
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What is a key action lobby control must perform regarding elevators during an emergency?
What is a key action lobby control must perform regarding elevators during an emergency?
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How should lobby control support the logistics of personnel entering the building?
How should lobby control support the logistics of personnel entering the building?
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What is the primary purpose of establishing liaison with the building manager or engineer?
What is the primary purpose of establishing liaison with the building manager or engineer?
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What specific control must lobby control maintain over stairways during an emergency?
What specific control must lobby control maintain over stairways during an emergency?
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What should lobby control do if there is an actual fire emergency regarding HVAC systems?
What should lobby control do if there is an actual fire emergency regarding HVAC systems?
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What does lobby control need to report about the fire location to incoming personnel?
What does lobby control need to report about the fire location to incoming personnel?
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Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of lobby control?
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of lobby control?
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What is the definition of the 'E' in the DATE acronym related to lobby control?
What is the definition of the 'E' in the DATE acronym related to lobby control?
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What is considered an important function of lobby control regarding the movement of personnel?
What is considered an important function of lobby control regarding the movement of personnel?
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What should lobby control do with members who enter the building?
What should lobby control do with members who enter the building?
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Study Notes
Lobby Control Responsibilities
- Responsible for controlling entry and exit points to a building during a fire incident.
- Provides guidance to members entering the building, including:
- Direction: Which stairwell or floor to respond to.
- Assignment: Who and where to report (e.g., division 5, ventilation group).
- Tactical Channel.
- Equipment: Ensures proper PPE and equipment needs are met.
- Keeps track of members entering and exiting the building.
- Maintains a system for accounting for members (e.g., passport/accountability system).
- Identifies and designates attack and evacuation stairwells.
- Manages elevators, including recalling them to the lobby and determining if they are safe to use.
Building Utilities Control
- Coordinates with building staff to understand the status of HVAC systems, utilities, fire pumps, and other mechanical systems.
- Can shut down air-handling systems in case of an actual fire emergency.
- Responsible for controlling power to the building.
- Provides support for maintaining fuel levels in the building's emergency generators..
- Assigns members to the fire-alarm control room.
Lobby Control Responsibilities
- Lobby control is responsible for managing entry and exit to a building during a fire emergency.
- They provide essential information to firefighters entering the building, including direction, assignment, tactical channel, and equipment needs.
- Lobby control maintains records of firefighters entering and exiting, ensuring accountability.
- They locate stairwell openings on the ground floor and designate attack and evacuation stairwells.
- They manage elevators, recalling them to the lobby and determining their safety for use.
- They post personnel to control stairwells and elevators.
Building Utilities Control
- Lobby control coordinates with the building manager and engineer to understand the status of HVAC systems, utilities, fire pumps, and other mechanical systems.
- In a fire emergency, they shut down the air-handling system and control power to the building.
- They also support maintaining fuel levels in the building's emergency generators.
- Lobby control assigns personnel to the fire-alarm control room.
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This quiz covers the essential responsibilities of lobby control during a fire incident. It includes guidance on managing entry points, coordinating with building utilities, and maintaining accountability of personnel. Test your knowledge on fire safety procedures and protocols.
