16 Questions
What is the primary reason for overhaul operations at firefighting incidents?
To prevent rekindling of fire
Why may overhaul operations and fire investigation be in conflict?
Because evidence is often affected during the search for hidden fire
What is the purpose of salvage efforts during overhaul operations?
To protect property and contents
How should overhaul operations be performed?
In a systematic and methodical manner
What is the priority of the Incident Commander during overhaul operations?
Ensuring customer service to the public
What factors should be considered when deciding how to allocate resources to overhaul operations?
The safety of personnel, the public, the volume of incidents, security of the scene, preservation of evidence, and cause investigation
What happens after incident overhaul operations are complete?
The Incident Commander transfers responsibility for the incident property
What is the responsibility of firefighters during overhaul operations?
To control and extinguish the fire, check for fire extension, and preserve evidence
Who should be advised by TFS personnel regarding the role of a contractor?
Owners or occupants
What should officers in doubt about overhaul operations do?
Consult with Officers up the chain of command
Who should direct on-scene personnel in salvage operations?
Incident Commanders
What should salvage operations aim to reduce?
Damage due to exposure to harmful elements
When should salvage operations be conducted?
During firefighting operations
What should be avoided during salvage operations?
Removing artifacts from the fire scene
What should be covered with plastic sheeting before apparatus clear the incident scene?
Both open windows and open roofs
Where should overhaul and salvage operations be reported?
In the Emergency Incident Report
Study Notes
Overhaul Operations
- The primary reason for overhaul operations is to prevent rekindling of fires.
- Overhaul should be considerate of fire investigation and cause determination to preserve evidence.
- Operations should be systematic to meet both responsibilities successfully.
- Overhaul should be extensive but not reckless in treating property.
- It should be complemented by extensive salvage efforts to protect property and contents.
Priorities and Considerations
- Customer service is a priority, and the state of the building after overhaul is a measure of personnel performance.
- Incident Commanders are responsible for ensuring property is left in a satisfactory state.
- Overhaul operations should consider safety of personnel, public, and scene security, as well as preservation of evidence and cause investigation.
Property Transfer and Contractor Advice
- After overhaul, the Incident Commander should transfer responsibility to a responsible individual (adult, responsible, and connected to the property).
- TFS personnel may advise owners or occupants on the role of contractors but should not recommend specific contractors or providers.
Consultation and Doubt
- Officers in doubt about overhaul resources should consult up the chain of command to determine efforts.
Salvage Operations
- Incident Commanders should direct on-scene personnel in salvage operations to protect property and contents.
- Salvage operations should reduce damage due to exposure to harmful elements and be ongoing during firefighting operations.
- Operations should include relocating property, using salvage covers and plastic sheeting.
Considerations and Precautions
- Salvage operations should consider fire investigation and cause determination to avoid losing evidence value.
- Moving or removing artifacts from the fire scene should be avoided until documentation, reconstruction, and analysis are complete.
- Windows and roofs opened during firefighting operations should be covered with plastic sheeting before apparatus clear the incident scene.
Reporting
- All overhaul and salvage operations should be thoroughly and accurately reported in the Emergency Incident Report.
Learn about the importance of overhaul operations in firefighting, including prevention of rekindling and preservation of evidence for fire investigation.
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