Ch 17 pg 436-439
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A store that is __ ft wide x 100ft deep (2,000 sq ft) will require about ___ gpm for knock down

20 700

Forcible entry difficulties at taxpayers are usually greatest at the ___

Rear

Rear doors are often secured with ___ police locks or drop in bars

Fox

Given the difficulties and importance of breach the rear of the store at least __ ladder company should be assigned to the rear of all serious taxpayer fires

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At taxpayers one system is to designate the far ___ store as store __

<p>Left A</p> Signup and view all the answers

Check carefully at taxpayers ____ at night or ____ morning fires, where fires may have been cooking for several hours since closing time

<p>Late early</p> Signup and view all the answers

Backdraft conditions are more readily achieved in occupancies that are protected with ___ gates, since a ____ gate can hide a fire in its incipient stage

<p>Steel security</p> Signup and view all the answers

At a row of stores that are secured for the night, it is a good idea to have the forcible entry team go ahead and force the gates and doors of all the ______ stores rather than immediately entering the fire store

<p>Exposed</p> Signup and view all the answers

In high value occupancies such as ____ and _____ stores, burglars have been known to go through walls and roofs taking the easy way around the gate

<p>Jewelry camera</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the vault like setting make a small ____ opening in the roll down gate, Insert a 2 1/2 in fog nozzle and apply water immediately. Direct a narrow to medium (- degree) power cone upward toward the ceiling to produce maximum quantities of steam

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For forcible entry use a method that maintains the integrity of the window and door glass. The best method is to use ____ the lock techniques

<p>Through</p> Signup and view all the answers

One of the ff traps that a store fire offers is ceiling ___

<p>Heights</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Water flow rate for a 2,000 sq ft store

A store measuring 2,000 square feet (20 ft wide x 100 ft deep) requires approximately 20 gallons per minute (gpm) for knockdown during a fire.

Forcible entry difficulties at rear doors

Rear doors are often secured with Fox police locks or drop-in bars, presenting a significant challenge to firefighters during forcible entry.

Ladder company assignment for taxpayer fires

Due to increased security measures and potential fire hazards, at least one ladder company should be assigned to the rear of all serious taxpayer building fires.

Designation of stores in taxpayer fires

To streamline operations, a system often used for taxpayer fires designates the far left store as 'Store A' for easy identification and communication.

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Fire challenges at taxpayer fires

Late-night or early-morning fires in taxpayer buildings may pose unique challenges as fires might have been smoldering since closing time.

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Backdraft conditions with security gates

Steel security gates can conceal a fire in its early stages, making backdraft conditions more likely to occur.

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Forcible entry at a row of stores

To avoid unnecessary delays, it's a good practice to have the forcible entry team force all exposed store gates and doors in a row, even if the fire is not immediately evident.

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Burglar entry in high-value stores

Burglars sometimes prioritize easy access over traditional entry points, using methods like breaking through walls or roofs to target high-value items like jewelry or cameras.

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Forcible entry with roll-down gate

To access the interior of a store with a roll-down gate, create a triangular opening in the gate, insert a 2 1/2 inch fog nozzle, and apply water upward at a 15-30 degree angle to create steam.

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Forcible entry with glass

When performing forcible entry, prioritize methods that preserve the integrity of glass, such as using through-the-lock techniques.

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Ceiling heights in store fires

One hazard encountered during store fires is the potential for firefighters to fall from significant heights within the building.

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