Questions and Answers
What should the second arriving Engine Company do during a fire response?
Which of the following is true regarding occupant rescue during a fire?
What does 'Protect in Place' mean in the context of occupant removal?
What should be prioritized when a fire affects a large portion of the attic?
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What is a key difference between occupant rescue and occupant removal?
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When should resources assigned to rescue be mindful of fire suppression activities?
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What role does the Incident Commander have regarding occupants during a fire?
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What is a significant factor to consider when handling fire in structures with multiple stories?
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What is the main concern when dealing with remodels and occupant changes in commercial buildings?
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Why is locating a fire inside a commercial building often difficult?
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Which type of hoseline is essential for knocking down a large volume of fire in a commercial structure?
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What must be coordinated with hoseline advancement in commercial buildings?
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What should be considered to ensure a safe means of egress in a commercial building?
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What can increase the roof loads in commercial buildings during a fire situation?
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In commercial buildings, what should be evaluated to determine the capability of the sprinkler system?
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What is a common risk when navigating through a commercial building during a fire?
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What should be opened in addition to vertical ventilation for adequate airflow?
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What is the maximum distance for movement inside a structure to avoid complications?
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When should a secondary access point be considered?
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What role does the Engine (5th) have in resource additions?
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Which aerial resource position is recommended?
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Why is air management important during structural movements?
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What is typically assigned to ventilation at commercial structures?
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How does high piled stock affect firefighting efforts?
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What is a critical factor for ease of movement in a structure during firefighting?
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Study Notes
Priorities in Fire Situations
- Focus on rescue, fire attack, and ensuring water supply; standpipes are typically found in structures four stories or taller.
- The second Engine Company should establish water supply and assist the first hoseline.
- Control access points, deploy a second hoseline, and manage fire attack and standby teams.
Occupant Rescue vs. Removal
- Assess occupants in danger at balconies or windows during smoke-filled hallway scenarios.
- First Incident Commander must evaluate and prioritize rescue vs. removal.
- Resources assigned for occupant rescue might limit those available for fire suppression.
Rescue
- Immediate rescue required for occupants in direct danger, including those above the fire.
- Occupants may attempt escape through hazardous conditions or face jumping from heights.
Removal
- Occupants remote from the fire may be behind closed, rated doors and safe for the time being.
- Implement "Protect in Place" strategy until sufficient resources arrive for removal.
Special Consideration for Top Floors
- Prioritize immediate removal of occupants from the top floor of a structure with significant attic involvement, as conditions can worsen rapidly.
Resource Assignments
- Engine (5th): Identify need for secondary water sources and report to Incident Commander.
- Aerial (2nd): Position strategically and report to C Side Supervisor or Incident Commander for directives.
Commercial Fires Overview
- Commercial buildings range in size and include various construction types, complicating fire responses due to limited access.
- These structures may be grouped in commercial districts, standalone, or clustered within industrial complexes.
- They include "big box" stores, malls, office buildings, and high-rises, each presenting unique challenges.
Tactics for Commercial Structures
- Essential tactics of locating, confining, and extinguishing fires parallel those used in residential settings.
- Limited access points and long distances to exit doors increase the risk of disorientation.
- Consider using ropes for egress safety when not on hoselines.
- High fire loads may overwhelm sprinkler systems; unknown storage poses additional risks.
Fire Suppression and Ventilation Strategies
- Utilize 2.5" hoselines for significant fire suppression while cooling surrounding areas.
- Coordinate both horizontal and vertical ventilation to facilitate hoseline advancement.
- Employ windows or exterior door openings to improve ventilation and conditions.
Movement and Egress Considerations
- Limit movement within structures to less than 175 feet based on the 200-foot hose lay principle.
- Utilize secondary access points if movement beyond recommended distances is necessary.
- Air management and ease of movement are critical, keeping in mind potential obstructions from high-stacked materials.
Ventilation Practices
- Open roof scuttles, skylights, and hatches for improved ventilation in commercial fires.
- Assign ladder companies specifically to manage ventilation tasks at these structures.
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This quiz covers essential firefighting tactics related to occupant rescue and fire attack strategies. It focuses on the response dynamics of engine companies, water supply responsibilities, and managing smoke-infiltrated environments. Test your knowledge on effectively handling emergency scenarios in high-rise buildings.