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What is the primary responsibility of the first arriving engine company at a structure fire scene?
What is the primary responsibility of the first arriving engine company at a structure fire scene?
- Conducting a primary search
- Providing forcible entry and ventilation
- Laying an initial attack line and securing a water supply (correct)
- Establishing a continuous water supply
What is the purpose of the second engine company at a structure fire scene?
What is the purpose of the second engine company at a structure fire scene?
- Establishing a continuous water supply and conducting ventilation
- Conducting a primary search and providing forcible entry
- Laying a back-up or second line of equal or greater size and type as the initial attack line (correct)
- Salvage and overhaul
Why may the first engine company direct the second engine company to secure a water supply?
Why may the first engine company direct the second engine company to secure a water supply?
- Due to reduced manpower or long hydrant lays (correct)
- Because of the complexity of the fire scene
- To allow the second engine company to lay a back-up line
- To provide additional personnel for search and rescue
How does the engine officer notify the second engine company of a change in water supply assignment?
How does the engine officer notify the second engine company of a change in water supply assignment?
What is the primary responsibility of the tower Ladder Company at a structure fire scene?
What is the primary responsibility of the tower Ladder Company at a structure fire scene?
How many personnel are typically staffed on an engine company in the Village?
How many personnel are typically staffed on an engine company in the Village?
What is the effective date of the Standard Operating Guidelines (SOG) for Fire Scene Operations?
What is the effective date of the Standard Operating Guidelines (SOG) for Fire Scene Operations?
Who approved the Standard Operating Guidelines (SOG) for Fire Scene Operations?
Who approved the Standard Operating Guidelines (SOG) for Fire Scene Operations?
What is the primary responsibility of the tower ladder company during an incident?
What is the primary responsibility of the tower ladder company during an incident?
In what scenario might the Incident Commander assign an additional support company to Tower 22?
In what scenario might the Incident Commander assign an additional support company to Tower 22?
Who is responsible for coordinating the efforts of the support companies at an incident?
Who is responsible for coordinating the efforts of the support companies at an incident?
What should incident commanders consider using to support the EMS group?
What should incident commanders consider using to support the EMS group?
When the engine and manpower vehicle arrive together, what is their immediate requirement?
When the engine and manpower vehicle arrive together, what is their immediate requirement?
What guideline is First Arriving Tower Ladder Personnel expected to follow?
What guideline is First Arriving Tower Ladder Personnel expected to follow?
What is the primary function of the personnel on the first arriving engine with two personnel?
What is the primary function of the personnel on the first arriving engine with two personnel?
In what scenario can an engine with two personnel effectively delegate duties?
In what scenario can an engine with two personnel effectively delegate duties?
What should be established as one of the initial activities by the engine crew?
What should be established as one of the initial activities by the engine crew?
Who coordinates the efforts and emergency operations on-site?
Who coordinates the efforts and emergency operations on-site?
Which activity is NOT listed as an initial operation for the first arriving engine?
Which activity is NOT listed as an initial operation for the first arriving engine?
What is a critical consideration when the engine and ambulance crew arrive simultaneously?
What is a critical consideration when the engine and ambulance crew arrive simultaneously?
Which situation may require assistance from the ambulance staff for securing a water source?
Which situation may require assistance from the ambulance staff for securing a water source?
What action should the engine officer take before utilizing support staff from the ambulance?
What action should the engine officer take before utilizing support staff from the ambulance?
What is the primary role of the support company member in the initial attack?
What is the primary role of the support company member in the initial attack?
Which of these is NOT a responsibility of the second arriving engine company?
Which of these is NOT a responsibility of the second arriving engine company?
When should the second engine company stage?
When should the second engine company stage?
What is the minimum size and type of hose line that the second engine company should use?
What is the minimum size and type of hose line that the second engine company should use?
What is the role of the engine officer in a THREE MAN ENGINE COMPANY?
What is the role of the engine officer in a THREE MAN ENGINE COMPANY?
In what situation might the engine officer need to call for additional manpower?
In what situation might the engine officer need to call for additional manpower?
Under what circumstances would the engine company and support company function as a single unit?
Under what circumstances would the engine company and support company function as a single unit?
What is the purpose of the "Initial Rapid Intervention Crew (IRIC)" as described in the text?
What is the purpose of the "Initial Rapid Intervention Crew (IRIC)" as described in the text?
Study Notes
Primary Responsibilities of First Arriving Companies
- The primary responsibilities of the 1st and 2nd engine companies arriving on the scene of a structure fire are:
- Pulling an initial attack line
- Pulling a back-up or second line
- Establishing a continuous water supply
First Engine Company Responsibilities
- The first engine company is responsible for:
- Laying an initial attack line
- Securing a water supply
- The engine officer may direct the second engine to secure a water supply for the initial attack engine in situations of reduced manpower or long hydrant lays
Second Engine Company Responsibilities
- The second engine company is responsible for:
- Laying a back-up or second line of equal or greater size and type as the initial attack line
- Assisting with or securing a water supply for the first arriving engine (in cases of long lays, extreme weather conditions, reduced manpower)
Tower Ladder Company Responsibilities
- The tower ladder company is responsible for:
- Conducting a primary search
- Providing forcible entry, ventilation, ladders, utilities, salvage, and overhaul
- If Tower 22 staffing is at two personnel, the Incident Commander may assign an additional support company to assist with assigned tasks
Procedure for Initial Activities with Different Manning Levels
- For a two or three-man engine company without additional personnel:
- Follow guidelines set forth in Fire Scene Operation - 012, Initial Rapid Intervention Crew (IRIC)
- Initial activities may include, but are not limited to: performing a 360-degree walk-around size up, establishment of a water supply, laying of the attack line to the entrance, placement of ladders, or exposure protection
- For a two-man engine with additional manpower from an ambulance company:
- Follow guidelines set forth in Fire Scene Operation - 012, Initial Rapid Intervention Crew (IRIC)
- Initial activities may include, but are not limited to: performing a 360-degree walk-around size up, establishment of a water supply, laying of the attack line to the entrance, placement of ladders, or exposure protection
- The engine officer and at least one member of the ambulance will man the initial attack line
- For a three-man engine company with additional manpower from an ambulance company:
- Follow guidelines set forth in Fire Scene Operation - 012, Initial Rapid Intervention Crew (IRIC)
- Initial activities may include, but are not limited to: performing a 360-degree walk-around size up, establishment of a water supply, advancing the attack line, placement of ladders, or exposure protection
- The engine officer and engine firefighter will man the initial attack line
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This quiz covers the standard operating guidelines for fire scene operations, specifically the primary responsibilities of first arriving companies. It is compliant with NIMS and effective as of January 1, 2022.
