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Why are firefighters' service elevators not considered totally safe devices?
Why are firefighters' service elevators not considered totally safe devices?
- They do not operate when the fire alarm is active.
- They are designed for freight and service only.
- They are frequently used by civilians during a fire.
- They can be damaged by fire or water like any other elevator. (correct)
What is an important consideration when selecting a firefighters' service elevator?
What is an important consideration when selecting a firefighters' service elevator?
- It should not serve the fire floor if possible. (correct)
- It should serve every floor of the building.
- It should have a lock to prevent civilian access.
- It should be a freight elevator to carry more equipment.
Why are freight or service elevators often not suitable as firefighters' service elevators?
Why are freight or service elevators often not suitable as firefighters' service elevators?
- They typically include a safety override feature.
- They are less spacious than standard elevators.
- They usually serve every floor, posing increased risk. (correct)
- They are exclusively used for transporting cargo.
What action should be taken immediately if the elevator car begins to move from the lobby?
What action should be taken immediately if the elevator car begins to move from the lobby?
Why is it important to make precautionary stops every five floors during an ascent in a elevator?
Why is it important to make precautionary stops every five floors during an ascent in a elevator?
What should a firefighter do if the elevator car does not stop after pressing the emergency stop button?
What should a firefighter do if the elevator car does not stop after pressing the emergency stop button?
What is one of the purposes of stopping at intervals during ascent in a elevator?
What is one of the purposes of stopping at intervals during ascent in a elevator?
Why is it necessary for a member to remain within the elevator at all times during operation?
Why is it necessary for a member to remain within the elevator at all times during operation?
What immediate action should be taken upon arriving at the destination if smoke is detected?
What immediate action should be taken upon arriving at the destination if smoke is detected?
What precaution should be taken to prevent the elevator doors from closing unexpectedly?
What precaution should be taken to prevent the elevator doors from closing unexpectedly?
What are the primary tasks of the first-arriving units during a fire incident?
What are the primary tasks of the first-arriving units during a fire incident?
How many ladder companies are typically required on the fire floor during a fire in a large-area office building?
How many ladder companies are typically required on the fire floor during a fire in a large-area office building?
Which of the following is a critical action taken by the first-arriving units after locating the fire?
Which of the following is a critical action taken by the first-arriving units after locating the fire?
What is the preferred hoseline for tackling fires in large open plan office spaces?
What is the preferred hoseline for tackling fires in large open plan office spaces?
What is the maximum pressure allowed in a standpipe zone for new buildings (1993) according to NFPA 14 standards?
What is the maximum pressure allowed in a standpipe zone for new buildings (1993) according to NFPA 14 standards?
Why is advancing a hoseline into large open plan office spaces particularly challenging?
Why is advancing a hoseline into large open plan office spaces particularly challenging?
What role do truck personnel play when a hoseline is being advanced into a burning building?
What role do truck personnel play when a hoseline is being advanced into a burning building?
What is a primary reason that large-volume hose streams are required for high-rise fires?
What is a primary reason that large-volume hose streams are required for high-rise fires?
Which of the following best describes the difficulty firefighters face in high-rise buildings?
Which of the following best describes the difficulty firefighters face in high-rise buildings?
What innovative solution has been attempted to combat fires on higher floors of buildings?
What innovative solution has been attempted to combat fires on higher floors of buildings?
Why might traditional firefighting equipment be insufficient for fighting large-volume fires on high floors?
Why might traditional firefighting equipment be insufficient for fighting large-volume fires on high floors?
What is a potential logistical challenge faced by firefighters when responding to a fire on the 31st floor of a high-rise building?
What is a potential logistical challenge faced by firefighters when responding to a fire on the 31st floor of a high-rise building?
What is a limitation of operating fog nozzles on smaller-diameter hoselines at upper stories of a standpipe zone?
What is a limitation of operating fog nozzles on smaller-diameter hoselines at upper stories of a standpipe zone?
What issue can arise from stretching additional lines from other standpipe outlets during a fire operation?
What issue can arise from stretching additional lines from other standpipe outlets during a fire operation?
What is the recommended nozzle pressure for effective operation on higher floors?
What is the recommended nozzle pressure for effective operation on higher floors?
What does the one-half capacity rating of a Class A pumper at 250 psi suggest for its operation?
What does the one-half capacity rating of a Class A pumper at 250 psi suggest for its operation?
What is required to address the kickback tendency of devices when the stream angle is lowered to 15°-20°?
What is required to address the kickback tendency of devices when the stream angle is lowered to 15°-20°?
What method does the first anchoring technique involve for securing the device in place?
What method does the first anchoring technique involve for securing the device in place?
What was determined to be a more effective supply for portable monitors than a single handline?
What was determined to be a more effective supply for portable monitors than a single handline?
What does using 2½-in. hose permit in terms of water flow?
What does using 2½-in. hose permit in terms of water flow?
Why might it be necessary to stretch a second line from an outlet two floors below the fire?
Why might it be necessary to stretch a second line from an outlet two floors below the fire?
What is the most critical action to take if smoke is reported on several floors while using an elevator?
What is the most critical action to take if smoke is reported on several floors while using an elevator?
Which statement is true regarding the procedures in the elevator during a fire?
Which statement is true regarding the procedures in the elevator during a fire?
What should you do if there is an elevator that stops before the fire floor and brings you within eight floors of the fire floor?
What should you do if there is an elevator that stops before the fire floor and brings you within eight floors of the fire floor?
When entering an elevator during a fire emergency, which of the following should NOT be done?
When entering an elevator during a fire emergency, which of the following should NOT be done?
What is the recommended action regarding elevator selection during a fire?
What is the recommended action regarding elevator selection during a fire?
What should each team that enters an elevator record?
What should each team that enters an elevator record?
Get off Atleast __ floors below the lowest level of the access stairs if they also serve the reported fire floor
Get off Atleast __ floors below the lowest level of the access stairs if they also serve the reported fire floor
At high rise office buildings Atleast __ ladder companies are required on the fire floor and Atleast one additional truck company on the floor above to preform search immediately and to check for extension
At high rise office buildings Atleast __ ladder companies are required on the fire floor and Atleast one additional truck company on the floor above to preform search immediately and to check for extension
Flashcards
Elevator fire safety
Elevator fire safety
Procedures to ensure firefighter safety while using elevators during a fire.
Fire floor
Fire floor
The floor where a fire is reported.
Sky lobbies
Sky lobbies
Designated upper-level areas for elevator service, separate from regular floors.
Elevator operation in fire
Elevator operation in fire
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Smoke evacuation
Smoke evacuation
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Elevator access stairs
Elevator access stairs
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Elevator use near fire
Elevator use near fire
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Rescue team data
Rescue team data
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Pre-elevator entry fire prep
Pre-elevator entry fire prep
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Immediate elevator action
Immediate elevator action
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Firefighter-service elevator limitations
Firefighter-service elevator limitations
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Forcible entry
Forcible entry
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Emergency elevator stoppage
Emergency elevator stoppage
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Precautionary elevator stops
Precautionary elevator stops
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Elevator operator
Elevator operator
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Elevator team member inside
Elevator team member inside
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Post-arrival elevator procedures
Post-arrival elevator procedures
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Smoke level confirmation
Smoke level confirmation
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Fire assessment
Fire assessment
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Large office fire response
Large office fire response
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Times Tower fire
Times Tower fire
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High-rise firefighting strategy
High-rise firefighting strategy
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Master stream devices
Master stream devices
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Master stream anchor methods
Master stream anchor methods
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2 ½-inch hoses
2 ½-inch hoses
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Study Notes
Safety Precautions for Using Elevators During a Fire
- Select elevators that do not serve the fire floor and go only to sky lobbies below the fire.
- Get off at least two floors below the reported lowest fire floor if smoke is present.
- Know the locations of access stairs before entering an elevator.
- If fire is within eight floors of the elevator lobby, walk up instead of using the elevator.
- Entering teams must record car numbers, units, and destinations for lobby control.
- Firefighters should wear masks and carry forcible-entry tools and portable radios prior to entering the elevator.
- Press the call cancel button immediately after entering to prevent unintended stops.
Elevator Safety and Operation
- Firefighter-service elevators are not fireproof and are affected by smoke and heat like regular elevators.
- Forcible entry tools should be ready to open doors during any malfunction or emergencies.
- Use emergency stop buttons immediately if the elevator moves unexpectedly.
- Conduct precautionary stops every five floors to confirm responsiveness of the elevator and check for smoke.
Procedures During Elevator Use
- Assign a firefighter as the elevator operator to maintain control during the operation.
- One team member must stay inside the elevator to ensure it can respond when needed.
- After reaching destination, firefighters should be ready to don masks and assess smoke level before exiting.
Additional Safety Considerations
- Precautionary stops are critical for confirming smoke levels and ensuring safety.
- Initial response teams must locate and assess the fire to prevent extension.
- Extensive search efforts may be necessary in large office buildings, involving multiple ladder companies.
Historical Context: Times Tower Fire
- The Times Tower fire in 1961 resulted in the deaths of two firefighters while operating on over 20 floors above the fire.
- Large open office spaces can create obstructions, complicating fire suppression efforts.
- The preferred hoseline for difficult firefighting situations is a 2½-inch line with a 1¼-inch solid tip for high volume and remote extinguishment.
High-Rise Office Firefighting Strategies
- Effective firefighting involves discharging high volume hose streams to mitigate large-volume fires across multiple floors.
- The use of lightweight master stream devices can facilitate firefighting efforts in upper stories due to their portability.
- Suggested anchoring methods for master stream devices include using Halligan hooks to secure against nozzle reaction.
- The advantage of 2½-inch hoses lies in their ability to deliver greater flow rates, essential for fire suppression in high-rise scenarios.
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Description
This quiz focuses on the critical initial deployment of firefighting units during emergencies, specifically their roles in locating fires and assessing hazards in large-area office buildings. It explores the importance of teamwork among ladder and truck company personnel to ensure effective search and confinement of fire spread.
