Fire Suppression Operations: Risk Management and Incident Command

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What is one of the primary goals of fire suppression operations?

Minimize firefighter training

Extend the duration of firefighting operations

Save lives and reduce suffering of people endangered by fire (correct)

Increase property value

What should officers base their tactical and strategic decisions on?

Personal preferences

Public opinion

Political influences

Training, experience, and sound judgment (correct)

What is the preferred method for transferring command at an emergency incident?

Face-to-face

Written communication

Radio (correct)

Telephone

What action should the Incident Commander take during a 360° size-up?

Assess the presence of a basement Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of developing an Incident Action Plan (IAP)?

Provide clear directives and strategies Signup and view all the answers

When should an Incident Commander request additional resources?

As required during the incident Signup and view all the answers

What should be done during the initial evaluation of a situation in risk management procedures?

Performing a risk assessment and operational safety evaluation Signup and view all the answers

Which principle applies when there is no known risk to the safety of members and no possibility to save lives or property?

Risk nothing to save nothing Signup and view all the answers

What is required to maintain direct supervision over an entire incident?

Assigning geographical and/or functional area supervisors Signup and view all the answers

What should be done to the operational plan during an incident?

Evaluate and communicate deviations from normal actions Signup and view all the answers

To whom should commands be transferred when appropriate?

Company Officers and Incident Commanders Signup and view all the answers

In which scenario is it acceptable to take inherent risks to safety?

In routine activities to protect property and/or the environment Signup and view all the answers

What responsibility should officers be mindful of?

Safety of their subordinates Signup and view all the answers

When should the Incident Commander assign a qualified Incident Safety Officer?

As soon as practical at significant incidents Signup and view all the answers

What is the specific authority of the Incident Safety Officer?

To evaluate hazards and provide direction with respect to safety of operations Signup and view all the answers

When is a Two-out or Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) established?

When one or more crews are assigned to the hot zone Signup and view all the answers

What does maintenance reporting for sites involve?

Reporting of a water Cover Device Signup and view all the answers

Where is the work order ticket generated?

In Vecar Signup and view all the answers

What should be affixed to the area in conjunction with the work order ticket?

An out-of-service tag Signup and view all the answers

Who assigns the specific authority to evaluate hazards during significant incidents?

The Incident Commander Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Risk Management in Fire Suppression Operations

The primary goals of fire suppression operations are to save lives, reduce suffering, and minimize property damage while ensuring firefighter safety.
Officers must make tactical and strategic decisions based on training, experience, and sound judgment, integrating risk management principles into incident command and the Incident Action Plan (IAP).

Incident Command Responsibilities

The Incident Commander (IC) is responsible for assuming and confirming command, conducting a 360° size-up of the structure, and developing an overall strategy and incident action plan.
The IC must request additional resources as required and perform a situation evaluation that includes risk assessment and operational safety.

Risk Management Procedures

Risk assessment and operational safety are critical components of situation evaluation, including the assignment of ICS incident communications.
The IC must develop an overall strategy and action plan, manage resources, and maintain an effective approach.
The IC is responsible for reviewing, evaluating, and revising the operational plan as required, and communicating any deviations from the normally expected Company actions.

Risk Management Principles

Activities that present a significant risk to member safety are limited to situations where there is a high potential to save endangered human lives (Risk a lot to save a lot).
Activities that protect property and/or the environment are recognized as inherent risks to member safety, and actions should be taken to reduce or avoid these risks (Risk a little to save a little).
No known risk to member safety is acceptable when there is no possibility to save lives or property (Risk nothing to save nothing).

Additional Safety Considerations

Firefighters must use appropriate safety practices, sound judgment, and initiative in emergency situations.
Officers are responsible for the safety of their subordinates.
The IC must assign a qualified Incident Safety Officer to evaluate hazards and provide direction on safety operations.
A Two-out or Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) must be established when one or more crews are assigned to the hot zone.

Maintenance Reporting

Maintenance reporting is required for sites that hold systems, including water cover devices and Class of Service applications.
The Work Order is generated in Vecar, and a physical out-of-service tag must be affixed to the affected equipment.

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Learn about the primary goals of fire suppression operations and the importance of risk management principles in incident command and tactical decision-making.