Ch 7 pg 175-188

Firefighters use aerial devices to reach upper floors of buildings, typically when lower floors prevent escape.

Fire spreading upwards along a building.

Aerial devices provide firefighters access to high floors for rescue and fire suppression.

Firefighters use aerial devices to locate victims or cut off fire's extension from higher floors.

Specialized tools for firefighters to reach high levels of structures.

Using ladder devices to reach victims and bring them to safety, preferable over interior routes when escape is quicker.

For upper-floor rescues, the elevating platform is preferred over an aerial ladder due to its greater accessibility.

A basket is a safer and more efficient rescue method for unconscious or disabled victims than carrying them down a ladder.

A rescue basket provides a safer refuge than a ladder during sudden changes in building conditions, allowing multiple searchers to quickly enter.

Rescue platforms should be positioned in line with the target location for efficient and accurate rescue operations.

The turntable should be directly in line with the window, and the ladder should be perpendicular to the building for stability. The ladder tip should be just below the windowsill for access and loading.

Typical residential windows are about 30 inches wide, while aerial ladder tips are typically 20-24 inches wide.

The gates on the ladder basket need to be aligned with the window opening to avoid wasting time and create problems.

The ladder should stop when the turntable is over the target area, and the ladder is perpendicular to the building to prevent slipping.

The scrub area defines the physical space an aerial device, like a ladder, can reach. Ladders have a greater scrub area than boom lifts.

When positioning a midship-mounted aerial device, angle the cab 15-20 degrees away from the building to avoid obstructing the device's descent.

Rear-mounted devices can have similar positioning challenges as midship-mounted devices, but their lower cab profiles may provide more clearance.

All types of aerial devices should be positioned to maximize their reach and effectiveness.

Poor training often leads to engine companies obstructing the aerial device's positioning.

Pumper hoses have greater reach than fixed-length aerial devices, allowing pumpers to be positioned further away for optimal aerial positioning.

Keep aerial devices at least 10 feet away from overhead power lines. The metallic frame creates a path for electricity, and high voltages can arc across distances, especially with moisture.

Never extend or retract telescoping devices while someone is climbing. Rungs can shift, causing someone to get caught and injured.

A good overhaul saves effort, prevents embarrassment, and improves community image.

A bad overhaul wastes personnel, upsets the public, and negatively impacts the department's reputation.

Overhaul is critical for successful incident management. A well-executed overhaul is efficient and positive, while a poor one wastes resources and damages the department's image.

Overhaul performed when the fire is still active and conditions are harsh. Focuses on quickly stopping fire spread.

Overhaul conducted after the fire is controlled. Focuses on preventing rekindling and finding hidden fire.

Damage done during overhaul is sometimes necessary to fully extinguish the fire. Safety is paramount.

A rekindled fire can be more difficult to manage than the initial fire. Be prepared for this.

Openings made during overhaul should be easily explainable to building occupants. Be transparent about your actions.

Older brick-and-joist buildings with steel beams and wooden framing pose a unique fire risk due to concealed steel columns and combustible materials.

Open spaces extending vertically within a building, such as shafts for pipes or wiring, can allow fire to spread rapidly upwards.

Concealed spaces running horizontally in a building, like cocklofts, can allow fire to spread slower upwards, but still pose a danger due to their hidden nature.

Inspecting both vertical and horizontal voids thoroughly is crucial for identifying and addressing potential fire hazards within older buildings.

Prompt inspection and understanding of fire spread through concealed voids are vital for preventing and mitigating fire extension in older buildings.

Older buildings may have open truss lofts where the ceiling height was lowered for energy conservation. This can create a hidden void that can spread fire rapidly.

Suspended ceilings are often installed below the actual ceiling, creating voids that connect to vertical plumbing chases and can spread fire quickly.

These are openings in ceilings or walls, like those for radiator pipes, that can allow fire to spread to other areas of the building.

This older building technique uses continuous studs from the foundation to the roof, creating a pathway for fire to spread vertically through exterior walls.

These are vertical spaces in walls where pipes run, providing a path for fire to travel upwards.

Devices used in overhauling to detect heat and locate hidden fire, allowing firefighters to pinpoint the exact source of remaining heat.

An opening made during overhaul that is necessary to find and extinguish hidden fire and is reasonable to both firefighters and property owners.

Firefighters use their five senses during postcontrol overhaul to detect hidden fire or signs of heat, including smoke, blistering paint, and even the color of an object.

A device used to detect heat and locate hidden fire, helping firefighters pinpoint the exact source of remaining heat.

Using the sounds of a fire to locate its source, like the crackle of flames or the pop of burning materials.

Firefighters can rely on auditory clues to find a fire even if they don't see visible flames.

Opening up walls or ceilings during overhaul should only be done when absolutely necessary to find and extinguish the fire.

Firefighters should wear proper protective gear and avoid touching extremely hot surfaces to prevent burns.

The first step in evaluating a fire, involving assessing accessibility, exterior exposure, flashover potential, and fire-retarding materials.

Fire that continues to burn unseen within walls, ceilings, or other concealed areas.

The process of searching for concealed fires by investigating potential areas like ceiling fixtures, pipes, and electrical outlets.

Determining whether fire has extended into surrounding cavities or gaps, potentially affecting the surrounding structure.

Essential aspects of fire safety during the extinguishing process, such as the safety of personnel and identifying the fire's spread path through the building.

Shutting down sprinkler systems is often assigned to ladder company members, as they are more likely to have portable radios and tools needed to access locked controls.

Sending two members to shut off utilities ensures safety and control, especially when forcing entry to locked areas.

Firefighters should approach overhaul by viewing the building as their own residence to minimize unnecessary damage and protect personal belongings.

Methods to protect contents during overhaul include covering items with blankets, quickly sweeping drawers, using shower curtains for water protection, and drilling small holes for drainage.

Inspect the other side of walls or partitions before removing parts to prevent unnecessary damage and make work easier.