21 Questions
What is the first step in developing an incident action plan?
Conducting a risk-benefit analysis for offensive/defensive strategy
What is normally, but not always, the most important life-safety tactic in firefighting?
Extinguishment
What is the primary objective of structural firefighting?
Saving lives
When are written incident action plans required?
When an incident extends past a single operational period or if a unified command is established
What does the incident commander do in relation to the incident action plan?
Sets objectives, decides tactics, and assigns units
In UL modern vs. legacy testing, what was the flashover time for the modern room?
3:40
According to NFPA 1710, what is the minimum staffing requirement for a 2,000 sq ft two-story single family structure fire with no basement and no immediate exposures?
16 FFs and 17 FFs if an aerial is used
Is an incident action plan required for every incident?
Yes, for every structure fire
What is the primary responsibility of all companies working at the scene of an emergency?
To work within the overall incident action plan
Why is the division of labor concept not strictly adhered to in the fire service?
Firefighters must be cross trained to accomplish many different fire ground tasks
What is the basic firefighting unit responsible for establishing a water supply and performing rescue operations?
Engine company
What is a direct activity for a truck company in firefighting?
Rescuing trapped victims
What is the minimum recommended staffing for a standard engine or truck company?
Four FFs
What is an indirect tactic for engine companies in firefighting?
Rescuing trapped victims
What is a quint equipped to provide?
Water, pump, hose, ground ladders, and an aerial device
What is the minimum recommended staffing for a quint to allow versatility in using pumps and ladder?
Six firefighters
What is one of the most important tactical considerations for the incident commander?
Ventilation
How should the apparatus be positioned if the first-in engine company is used to lay attack lines?
On the same side of the street as the fire and as close to the curb as possible with side discharge gates aligned with the desired entry point
What is a common apparatus positioning error related to pumpers?
Placing pumpers in areas where hoselines are difficult to lay
What is a common error related to the positioning of aerials and platforms?
Placing aerials and platforms in unsafe and unstable positions
What is a common mistake regarding the positioning of first-arriving companies?
Not securing essential attack positions
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