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Using a _____ nozzle is a great way to get water into this void and get ahead of the attic fire and knock it down until sufficient resources are available to complete the extensive pulling of ceilings
Using a _____ nozzle is a great way to get water into this void and get ahead of the attic fire and knock it down until sufficient resources are available to complete the extensive pulling of ceilings
Cockloft
The cockloft can extend over multiple apartments so it will be necessary to position at least ___ hoseline inside each apartment. ____ will be critical
The cockloft can extend over multiple apartments so it will be necessary to position at least ___ hoseline inside each apartment. ____ will be critical
One Coordination
A system of communicating one’s ____ within the structure is essential in large area multiple dwellings , as well as in ____, hospitals and the like
A system of communicating one’s ____ within the structure is essential in large area multiple dwellings , as well as in ____, hospitals and the like
Position schools
Whenever you are faced with a situation that is so serious as to require ____ or more hand lines, coordination is bound to become a problem unless all the forces know where they are, as well as where other units are operating
Whenever you are faced with a situation that is so serious as to require ____ or more hand lines, coordination is bound to become a problem unless all the forces know where they are, as well as where other units are operating
Preplanning should certainly be a key element in developing such a picture. In fact ____ pictures are a great tool. Be sure to include an ____ view, which helps people understand the spatial relationships between wings
Preplanning should certainly be a key element in developing such a picture. In fact ____ pictures are a great tool. Be sure to include an ____ view, which helps people understand the spatial relationships between wings
A common system of communicating the ____ of structure as well as the ____ of fire and personnel within the building is critical
A common system of communicating the ____ of structure as well as the ____ of fire and personnel within the building is critical
All personnel should be familiar with the most common ____ of structures in their response area and the _____ response area
All personnel should be familiar with the most common ____ of structures in their response area and the _____ response area
__ shaped buildings have extra difficulties
__ shaped buildings have extra difficulties
The simplest system that he has seen for identifying locations with large buildings is to designate that far left wing (as viewed from the ____ post) as the __ wing, the next to right as the __ wing and so on. Avoid calling the left wing the exposure 2 or side B wing
The simplest system that he has seen for identifying locations with large buildings is to designate that far left wing (as viewed from the ____ post) as the __ wing, the next to right as the __ wing and so on. Avoid calling the left wing the exposure 2 or side B wing
It is in the throat that stairways, ____ shafts , compactors _____ and other building features are found. The throat is where you will most likely make a ____ stand
It is in the throat that stairways, ____ shafts , compactors _____ and other building features are found. The throat is where you will most likely make a ____ stand
At the throat is where the ____ platform and trench cut form the best defense. To be effective position the turntable in line with the ____. Keep that location in the street clear, in the event that a ____ responds later
At the throat is where the ____ platform and trench cut form the best defense. To be effective position the turntable in line with the ____. Keep that location in the street clear, in the event that a ____ responds later
In some cases a decorative ____ metal cornice that can be opened up from the basket, allowing stream access directly into the cockloft. At newer buildings, this same effect may be possible through screened cockloft ____
In some cases a decorative ____ metal cornice that can be opened up from the basket, allowing stream access directly into the cockloft. At newer buildings, this same effect may be possible through screened cockloft ____
One of the most critical task the ___ team can preform is to preform a size up of the structure and relay their findings to the __, paying attention to the ___ and sides of the building and ____ shafts that are not visible to the IC from the street
One of the most critical task the ___ team can preform is to preform a size up of the structure and relay their findings to the __, paying attention to the ___ and sides of the building and ____ shafts that are not visible to the IC from the street
Immediately after preforming this size up and report, ( and taking any action needed to save the lives of people who are trapped) the roof team should commence a search of the stair ____( if a ____ is present)
Immediately after preforming this size up and report, ( and taking any action needed to save the lives of people who are trapped) the roof team should commence a search of the stair ____( if a ____ is present)
Being the high point of the ____, the stairway that leads to the bulkhead is likely to be one of the _____ places in the building other than the Fire apartment
Being the high point of the ____, the stairway that leads to the bulkhead is likely to be one of the _____ places in the building other than the Fire apartment
After searching the bulkhead, shut the door and await one of ___ things before reopening the door. A message that the interior team has control over the Fire apartment ____, or a message that the hoseline is ____ into the Fire apartment
After searching the bulkhead, shut the door and await one of ___ things before reopening the door. A message that the interior team has control over the Fire apartment ____, or a message that the hoseline is ____ into the Fire apartment
A ______ ladder secured to the top section of the aerial ladder or elevating platform boom will help in having access to _____ located on top of high bulkheads
A ______ ladder secured to the top section of the aerial ladder or elevating platform boom will help in having access to _____ located on top of high bulkheads
Even if there are people jumping out of windows on arrival, at least ___ member should be sent immediately to the ___, since channeling the products of combustion outside may well prevent others from jumping and channel fire away from overcome victims
Even if there are people jumping out of windows on arrival, at least ___ member should be sent immediately to the ___, since channeling the products of combustion outside may well prevent others from jumping and channel fire away from overcome victims
Because it’s totally independent of the fire structure, the ____ device is the ____ way of reaching most roofs
Because it’s totally independent of the fire structure, the ____ device is the ____ way of reaching most roofs
In such as case where the aerial can’t be used, the _____ might be an alternative
In such as case where the aerial can’t be used, the _____ might be an alternative
Most fire escapes don’t go to the roof only to the ____.( fire escapes in the rear of buildings usually go to the roof via a narrow vertical ladder called a ______ ladder
Most fire escapes don’t go to the roof only to the ____.( fire escapes in the rear of buildings usually go to the roof via a narrow vertical ladder called a ______ ladder
The interior stairway is out of the question for reaching the roof unless there is a separate ___ remote front the fire area with either ____ stairs or ____ stairs to the roof. Preferably this should be separated from the fire area by a fire wall or an enclosed stairway
The interior stairway is out of the question for reaching the roof unless there is a separate ___ remote front the fire area with either ____ stairs or ____ stairs to the roof. Preferably this should be separated from the fire area by a fire wall or an enclosed stairway
In older buildings built in rows you can access the roof from the adjoining building(this should be the first choice even over the ladder since it’s faster and safer) unless it’s a row of ____ buildings that share a common cockloft
In older buildings built in rows you can access the roof from the adjoining building(this should be the first choice even over the ladder since it’s faster and safer) unless it’s a row of ____ buildings that share a common cockloft
The ____ search team will be handling the fire floor
The ____ search team will be handling the fire floor
When the fire is in the vicinity of the ____ apartment entrance, entry from the fire escape will mean the best chance of survival for any overcome victims
When the fire is in the vicinity of the ____ apartment entrance, entry from the fire escape will mean the best chance of survival for any overcome victims
___ floor fires require the roof team to vent top floor windows and cut open roofs. They will likely not be needed for search
___ floor fires require the roof team to vent top floor windows and cut open roofs. They will likely not be needed for search
Some of the most dangerous multiple dwellings to operate in are those that have been _____. ______ buildings are often the cause of multiple alarms despite efforts to make them more fire safe
Some of the most dangerous multiple dwellings to operate in are those that have been _____. ______ buildings are often the cause of multiple alarms despite efforts to make them more fire safe
Often the original ___ joist are left in place while the ceiling is removed and a new ___ ceiling is installed
Often the original ___ joist are left in place while the ceiling is removed and a new ___ ceiling is installed
___ factors have changed the way FFs must look at multiple dwellings . First is the ____ building situation. In many northern communities along the ___ belt
___ factors have changed the way FFs must look at multiple dwellings . First is the ____ building situation. In many northern communities along the ___ belt
The second item that makes multiple dwellings more dangerous is the lightweight or ___ construction which is prevalent everywhere, especially in the ___ belt
The second item that makes multiple dwellings more dangerous is the lightweight or ___ construction which is prevalent everywhere, especially in the ___ belt
There is also a threat from the metal ___ on many buildings. Wooden members support these ____ . Fires in cocklofts or ___ could result in the structure falling to the street. A collapse zone must be establishing beneath any ___ that shows heavy fire.
There is also a threat from the metal ___ on many buildings. Wooden members support these ____ . Fires in cocklofts or ___ could result in the structure falling to the street. A collapse zone must be establishing beneath any ___ that shows heavy fire.
Flashcards
Cockloft
Cockloft
A horizontal space above the top floor, often used for storage or ventilation, and sometimes extending over multiple apartments.
Position communication
Position communication
A system of communication crucial for large buildings, ensuring units know their positions and those of other units.
Building throat
Building throat
A strategic location within multi-level buildings where multiple building features converge, increasing risk and often requiring a defensive strategy.
Roof team size-up
Roof team size-up
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Roof bulkhead
Roof bulkhead
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Chimney high point
Chimney high point
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Folding attic ladder
Folding attic ladder
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Channeling fire
Channeling fire
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Aerial device
Aerial device
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Fire escape
Fire escape
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Gooseneck ladder
Gooseneck ladder
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Wing
Wing
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Row of buildings
Row of buildings
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Interior search team
Interior search team
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Main apartment entrance
Main apartment entrance
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Roof venting
Roof venting
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Renovated buildings
Renovated buildings
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Floor joist
Floor joist
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Drop ceiling
Drop ceiling
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Vacant building situation
Vacant building situation
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Lightweight or truss construction
Lightweight or truss construction
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Metal cornices
Metal cornices
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Collapse zone
Collapse zone
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Hose line
Hose line
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Coordination
Coordination
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System of communication
System of communication
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Type of structure identification
Type of structure identification
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Location identification
Location identification
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Preplanning
Preplanning
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Digital pictures
Digital pictures
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Aerial view
Aerial view
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O shaped buildings
O shaped buildings
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Identification system
Identification system
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