NFPA 1026 Chapter 7-1 Quiz and Flashcards: Personnel Accountability Report (PAR)

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What is one of the primary duties of a first-arriving officer at any incident?

Assessing damage to nearby structures

Assuming initial command of the incident (correct)

Providing first aid to injured individuals

Conducting interviews with witnesses

Why has the understanding of fire dynamics in structural firefighting practices changed?

Because of the historical evolution of fire departments

Owing to the implementation of standard system in each community

As a result of recent experiments and their findings (correct)

Due to the development of the incident command system

What is an essential skill that a fire officer must possess according to the text?

Expertise in building construction

Fluency in multiple languages

Competence at working within the incident command system (ICS) (correct)

Ability to perform CPR

Why did the effort to develop a standard incident command system begin?

To address the overwhelming number of mutual aid companies responding to major incidents Signup and view all the answers

In the ICS, which level of command is responsible for setting the overall direction and goals?

Strategic level Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended prerequisite for taking the IS-200 course?

IS-100 Signup and view all the answers

Which course provides an introduction to the National Response Framework?

IS-800 Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason for the accelerated adoption of firefighter accountability practices?

Legal sanctions Signup and view all the answers

According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards, which work areas are classified as immediately dangerous to life and health (IDLH)?

Confined spaces, toxic environments, or oxygen-deficient atmospheres Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum number of firefighters required to enter the IDLH area together?

Two firefighters Signup and view all the answers

What was the focus of the large-scale analysis conducted by the Phoenix Fire Department?

Rapid intervention team (RIT) performance Signup and view all the answers

How long did it take for the rapid intervention crew (RIC) to make contact with the downed firefighter in the large-scale analysis conducted by the Phoenix Fire Department?

5.82 minutes Signup and view all the answers

According to NFPA 1407, what does it describe?

Standard for Training Fire Service Rapid Intervention Crews Signup and view all the answers

What is a personnel accountability report (PAR)?

A systematic method of accounting for all personnel at an emergency incident Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of requesting a Personnel Accountability Report (PAR) at tactical benchmarks?

To verify the presence of all assigned members and confirm information to the Incident Commander (IC) Signup and view all the answers

What does NFPA 1500 incorporate that evolved from the two-in/two-out rule?

Rapid intervention team (RIT) concept Signup and view all the answers

What did the evolutions conducted by the Phoenix Fire Department reveal about fire rescue operations?

It takes 15 fire fighters to rescue one compromised fire fighter. Signup and view all the answers

What was revealed about rapid intervention team (RIT) performance from the evolutions conducted by the Asheville Fire Department?

It takes about 37 minutes to remove a compromised fire fighter. Signup and view all the answers

What did the Phoenix Fire Department's large-scale analysis reveal about total time inside the building for each rapid intervention crew (RIC) team?

12.33 minutes Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a tactical worksheet as mentioned in the text?

To diagram an incident and address tactical issues Signup and view all the answers

What does the initial incident commander focus on once the initial actions are underway?

Managing resources and coordinating resource activities Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the immediate command functions of the initial incident commander?

Selecting incident tactics Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of an initial radio report for a defensive structural fire?

"County from Engine 22.Engine 22 is on the scene of a one-story strip shopping center with an end unit heavily involved.Engine 22 is laying an LDH supply line and will be using a master stream to cover the exposure on side Delta.This is a defensive fire.Strike a second alarm.Engine 22 will be Loisdale Command." Signup and view all the answers

What should the company-level officer do after assigning members to specific tasks during an incident?

Remain with the initial incident commander to assist with staff functions Signup and view all the answers

What function must be completed as part of the first-arriving officer’s size-up and initial actions?

Establishing the IAP Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the functions of command as described in the text?

Coordinating with outside agencies Signup and view all the answers

What does the acting company officer need to be equipped with when initiating fire suppression or emergency action?

Portable radio Signup and view all the answers

When does the initial incident commander work on releasing information about the incident and coordinating with outside agencies?

Once the initial actions are underway Signup and view all the answers

What should the company officer ensure is followed and look for conditions that may require deviation from standard initial actions?

"SOP" (Standard Operating Procedure) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of integrating a PAR into the incident time clock?

To verify the status and location of all company members at regular intervals Signup and view all the answers

What action does the fire officer take if a firefighter cannot be accounted for during a PAR check?

The missing firefighter is considered to be missing until proven otherwise Signup and view all the answers

What does a ventilation-limited fire mean?

The fire is limited by the ventilation within the structure Signup and view all the answers

According to ASTM E119, what does the time–temperature curve guide?

Testing of building partitions and floors for fire resistance Signup and view all the answers

What happens when a vent is opened in a ventilation-limited fire?

Oxygen level within the structure increases Signup and view all the answers

What occurs during a flash-over condition in a structure?

The fire reaches its maximum heat release rate Signup and view all the answers

In which decade did the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) conduct full scale fire experiments?

1900s Signup and view all the answers

What concept has expanded our understanding of fire behavior, combustion process, and limitations of tools?

$20^{th}$ century fire behavior research Signup and view all the answers

What change in ventilation can result in a rapid increase in fire growth?

$O_2$ introduction into the structure Signup and view all the answers

What does NIST explain regarding the Fire Behavior in a Structure curve?

$O_2$ depletion causes decay in the fire heat release Signup and view all the answers

What did NIST provide an explanation for?

The changes in ventilation-limited fires due to NIST studies Signup and view all the answers

What does a typical modern fire differ from a fuel-limited fire?

A modern fire relies on external ventilation to sustain combustion. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of the initial Incident Commander (IC) upon arriving at the scene?

Supervising the work of a group of firefighters Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of using the Incident Command System (ICS) structure at an incident?

To match the organizational needs of the incident with a command structure Signup and view all the answers

What dictates how an incident will run for the next hour, according to the text?

The establishment of command by the initial IC Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended span of control for emergency operations, as per the text?

Three to five individuals reporting to one supervisor Signup and view all the answers

What takes place if an officer's effective span of control is exceeded, based on the text?

More levels of management are added Signup and view all the answers

What are the three strategic priorities that the Initial Incident Commander (IC) is responsible for completing?

Life safety, incident stabilization, and property conservation Signup and view all the answers

What is expected of the first fire department member or company-level officer upon arriving at a scene requiring two or more companies?

Establish command and announce it over radio Signup and view all the answers

What does the first-arriving fire officer need to focus on at a strategic level when arriving at an emergency?

Translating strategic priorities into tactical objectives Signup and view all the answers

When should a managing or administrative fire officer step in to relieve the supervising fire officer functioning as the Incident Commander (IC)?

Once command is transferred or the situation is stabilized and terminated Signup and view all the answers

What happens if an incident requires only the services of a single fire company?

The company simply notifies the dispatcher and handles the situation Signup and view all the answers

What must be accomplished in addition to supervising members of the officer's own company?

Completing all tasks that are not delegated Signup and view all the answers

What section within the Incident Command System (ICS) typically encompasses most fire department tactical and task activities?

Operations section Signup and view all the answers

What does FIRESCOPE stand for?

FIre RESources of California Organized for Potential Emergencies Signup and view all the answers

Which individuals were involved in developing the Fire Ground Command (FGC) system?

Alan Brunacini, Bruce Varner, and Chuck Kime Signup and view all the answers

What did the National Incident Management System Consortium (NIMSC) aim to achieve?

To merge California’s FIRESCOPE and Phoenix’s FGC system into a set of model procedures Signup and view all the answers

What is the formal name of the system that blended the best aspects of both FIRESCOPE ICS and the FGC system?

Incident Command System (ICS) Signup and view all the answers

What does NFPA 1026 define?

The various job performance requirements for each of the positions classified within the NIMS model Signup and view all the answers

What does the National Incident Management System (NIMS) provide?

A consistent, nationwide framework for incident management Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the basic concepts of flexibility and standardization of the NIMS principles?

Consistency in resource management Signup and view all the answers

Why were local emergency response agencies required to adopt ICS?

To remain eligible for federal disaster assistance Signup and view all the answers

What does FEMA provide introductory courses for?

Working within the NIMS framework at any type of emergency incident Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of IS-100: Introduction to Incident Command System course provided by FEMA?

Understanding the history, principles, and organizational structure of ICS Signup and view all the answers

What information should the company officer include in the report?

Identification of the company or unit arriving at the scene Signup and view all the answers

In which mode does the first-arriving company conduct an investigation when there is nothing showing?

Investigation Mode Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential danger highlighted in the text about 'nothing showing' calls?

Failure to bring and wear appropriate personal protective equipment Signup and view all the answers

When does the fast-attack mode end?

When a situation is stabilized Signup and view all the answers

What does the fire officer need to consider when incidents, particularly in commercial and industrial buildings, are investigated?

To bring and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) Signup and view all the answers

What is a crucial factor to consider when investigating a 'nothing showing' call?

Checking the fire alarm panel for the location of the activated device Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a situation that may require immediate action by the first-arriving fire company?

A fire with occupants in imminent danger at upper-floor windows Signup and view all the answers

What does the fire department's policy of reducing response from emergency to nonemergency aim to do?

Minimize accidents during emergency response Signup and view all the answers

What role does the first-arriving company-level officer perform during a fast-attack mode?

Performing initial incident command responsibilities through a portable radio Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Incident Command and Fire Dynamics

One of the primary duties of a first-arriving officer at any incident is to focus on the initial actions and size-up.
The understanding of fire dynamics in structural firefighting practices has changed due to the evolution of fire rescue operations.
An essential skill that a fire officer must possess is the ability to make effective decisions quickly.

Incident Command System (ICS)

The effort to develop a standard incident command system began to address the need for a unified response to emergency incidents.
In the ICS, the level of command responsible for setting the overall direction and goals is the Incident Commander (IC).
The recommended prerequisite for taking the IS-200 course is to have completed the IS-100 course.
The IS-100 course provides an introduction to the National Response Framework.

Firefighter Accountability

The main reason for the accelerated adoption of firefighter accountability practices was the tragic loss of firefighters in the line of duty.
According to OSHA standards, areas classified as immediately dangerous to life and health (IDLH) require a minimum of two firefighters to enter together.
NFPA 1407 describes firefighter accountability practices.
A Personnel Accountability Report (PAR) is a report that tracks the location and status of personnel during an incident.
The purpose of requesting a PAR at tactical benchmarks is to ensure accountability and safety.

Rapid Intervention and Fire Dynamics

The focus of the large-scale analysis conducted by the Phoenix Fire Department was on fire rescue operations.
It took the rapid intervention crew (RIC) 2 minutes and 45 seconds to make contact with the downed firefighter in the analysis.
The evolutions conducted by the Phoenix Fire Department revealed that fire rescue operations are critical to firefighter safety.
The evolutions conducted by the Asheville Fire Department revealed that rapid intervention teams (RITs) require specialized training and equipment.
The Phoenix Fire Department's large-scale analysis revealed that total time inside the building for each RIC team was approximately 5 minutes.
The purpose of a tactical worksheet is to track the progress of an incident and provide a clear plan of action.

Incident Command and Size-up

The initial incident commander focuses on the overall direction and goals of the incident once the initial actions are underway.
One of the immediate command functions of the initial incident commander is to set the overall direction and goals.
An example of an initial radio report for a defensive structural fire is "nothing showing from the exterior."
The company-level officer must ensure that members are assigned to specific tasks during an incident and that they understand their roles.
The function of command that must be completed as part of the first-arriving officer’s size-up and initial actions is the development of an incident action plan.
One of the functions of command is to provide clear direction and goals to the incident response team.

Decision-Making and Ventilation

The acting company officer needs to be equipped with the necessary information and resources to initiate fire suppression or emergency action.
The initial incident commander works on releasing information about the incident and coordinating with outside agencies once the initial actions are underway.
The company officer must ensure that standard operating procedures are followed and that conditions are monitored for deviation from standard initial actions.
The purpose of integrating a PAR into the incident time clock is to track the location and status of personnel during an incident.
If a firefighter cannot be accounted for during a PAR check, the fire officer must take immediate action to locate the missing firefighter.
A ventilation-limited fire means that the fire growth is limited by the availability of oxygen.
According to ASTM E119, the time–temperature curve guides the design of fire-resistant materials and structures.
When a vent is opened in a ventilation-limited fire, the fire growth can rapidly increase.
During a flash-over condition in a structure, the fire spreads rapidly throughout the enclosed space.

Fire Behavior and Dynamics

The concept of modern fire behavior has expanded our understanding of fire behavior, combustion process, and limitations of tools.
A change in ventilation can result in a rapid increase in fire growth.
NIST explains that the Fire Behavior in a Structure curve is a guide for understanding fire behavior in different types of structures.
NIST provided an explanation for the Fire Behavior in a Structure curve.
A typical modern fire differs from a fuel-limited fire in that it is ventilation-limited.
The American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) conducted full-scale fire experiments in the 1980s.

Incident Command and Fire Department Operations

The primary responsibility of the initial Incident Commander (IC) upon arriving at the scene is to set the overall direction and goals.
The goal of using the Incident Command System (ICS) structure at an incident is to provide a unified response to emergency incidents.
The initial incident commander's size-up and initial actions dictate how an incident will run for the next hour.
The recommended span of control for emergency operations is 3-5 subordinates.
If an officer's effective span of control is exceeded, the incident response can become disorganized and ineffective.
The three strategic priorities that the Initial Incident Commander (IC) is responsible for completing are life safety, incident stabilization, and property conservation.
The first-arriving fire department member or company-level officer is expected to assume command of the incident and begin the initial actions.
The first-arriving fire officer needs to focus on the overall direction and goals of the incident at a strategic level.
A managing or administrative fire officer should step in to relieve the supervising fire officer functioning as the Incident Commander (IC) when the incident requires more resources or expertise.
If an incident requires only the services of a single fire company, the incident commander may function as the company-level officer.
In addition to supervising members of the officer's own company, the company-level officer must also supervise the incident response team.
The Operations section within the Incident Command System (ICS) typically encompasses most fire department tactical and task activities.
FIRESCOPE stands for Firefighting Resources of California Organized for Potential Emergencies.
The National Incident Management System Consortium (NIMSC) aimed to develop a standardized incident management system.
The formal name of the system that blended the best aspects of both FIRESCOPE ICS and the FGC system is the Incident Command System (ICS).
NFPA 1026 defines the standard for Incident Management Personnel.
The National Incident Management System (NIMS) provides a standardized framework for incident management.
One of the basic concepts of flexibility and standardization of the NIMS principles is the use of a modular organizational structure.
Local emergency response agencies were required to adopt ICS due to the need for a standardized response to emergency incidents.
FEMA provides introductory courses for the Incident Command System (ICS).
The main focus of IS-100: Introduction to Incident Command System course provided by FEMA is to introduce the basics of the ICS.
The company officer should include the location, status, and assignments of personnel in the report.
The first-arriving company conducts an investigation in a reconnaissance mode when there is nothing showing.
A potential danger highlighted in the text about 'nothing showing' calls is that they may be deceptive and require careful investigation.
The fast-attack mode ends when the incident is stabilized or the company is relieved.
The fire officer needs to consider the potential risks and hazards when incidents, particularly in commercial and industrial buildings, are investigated.
A crucial factor to consider when investigating a 'nothing showing' call is the potential for hidden hazards or risks.
An example of a situation that may require immediate action by the first-arriving fire company is a report of a fire or explosion.
The fire department's policy of reducing response from emergency to nonemergency aims to reduce the risk of accidents and injuries.
The first-arriving company-level officer performs the role of incident commander during a fast-attack mode.

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