TN 106.10- Abandon Buildings Part 2

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What is the first step in responding to a report of someone inside an abandoned building on fire?

Enter the building to locate the victim

Call for backup before attempting entry

Use a straight stream hose to extinguish the fire

Assess the conditions present using 360 degree size up, smoke and fire conditions, and a thermal imaging camera (correct)

What is the purpose of establishing ventilation during a rescue operation in an abandoned building on fire?

To increase the spread of smoke throughout the building

To spread the fire to adjacent buildings

To divert attention away from the actual location of the fire

To remove smoke and heat from the compartment, improving visibility and operating conditions (correct)

Why is it crucial to remove boarding at entry points and other windows/doors during a rescue operation?

To make it difficult for the victim to escape

To provide an alternate means of emergency egress for the entry team (correct)

To prevent the spread of fire to adjacent buildings

To allow the firefighters to exit the building quickly

What is the purpose of using a thermal imaging camera during a rescue operation in an abandoned building on fire?

To locate the victim inside the building Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to enter the building at the closest point to the occupant's known location?

To reduce the risk of firefighter injuries due to unknown hazards Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the District Chief in a rescue operation in an abandoned building on fire?

To act as the Safety Officer Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary consideration when determining the point of entry in an abandoned building?

The location of the occupant and ventilation considerations Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of establishing an IRIT/RIT prior to entry in an abandoned building?

To ensure firefighters have a means of emergency egress Signup and view all the answers

Why is ventilation from an aerial ladder/tower/platform recommended in abandoned buildings?

To reduce the risk of firefighter injury from falling through compromised roofs Signup and view all the answers

What is the ultimate goal of the abandoned building program?

To reduce the risk of firefighter deaths Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary consideration when determining whether to engage in an operation in an abandoned building?

The risk of firefighter injury or death Signup and view all the answers

What is the guiding principle when responding to incidents in abandoned or vacant buildings?

Do not risk firefighter lives for lives or property that cannot be saved Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Assessing Conditions in Abandoned Buildings on Fire

When responding to a report of someone inside an abandoned building on fire, the Incident Commander (IC) must assess the conditions present, including:
360-degree size-up
Smoke and fire conditions
Use of Thermal Imaging Camera
Occupant Survival Profile
Initial Risk Assessment and Safe Action Plan

Improving Chances of Survival

To improve chances of survival for occupants and firefighters:
Identify the location of the fire
Establish ventilation based on the stage of the fire, smoke conditions, and point of entry
Consider using a straight stream hose stream into the room with fire to reduce temperature and improve operating conditions
Remove boarding at the entry point and other windows/doors to allow entry team alternative means of emergency egress
Enter the building at the closest point to the occupant, if known, to reduce chances of firefighter injuries

Ensuring Safety

Ensure the Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) is established and briefed
If RIT is not on scene, establish and brief the Incident Response Team (IRIT)
Assign a District Chief as the Safety Officer
Entry team must use a hose line, and a backup crew must be ready with a hose line

Thermal Imaging Camera

Use the thermal imaging camera to try to determine the location of the fire and possible location of the person inside
If the Occupant Survival Profile indicates a possibility of survival, determine the safest point of entry based on the identified location of the fire, ventilation considerations, and the entry point closest to the occupant

Ventilation and Entry

Ventilation should be completed from an aerial ladder/tower/platform to avoid firefighters falling through compromised roofs
Remove boarding of windows/doors carefully to allow firefighters alternative means of emergency egress

Abandoned Building Program

The abandoned building program, including the Standard Operating Guidelines (SOG) and training, was developed to reduce the chances of firefighter deaths due to the hazards presented by abandoned/vacant buildings
The incident commander must use all available information, technology, and resources to determine the safest incident action plan based on the information presented upon arrival

Incident Commander's Rules of Engagement

The Incident Commander's "Rules of Engagement" must be used as a decision tree to help determine whether it is a "Go" or "No Go" situation
Remember: do not risk firefighter lives for lives or property that cannot be saved

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Description

This quiz assesses knowledge of emergency procedures for firefighters responding to a building on fire with potential occupants inside. It covers essential steps to ensure occupant and firefighter safety.