Firefighting Terminologies

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What does the acronym MAYDAY indicate?

A unit is available but in a different first-due area
A fire has been successfully suppressed
A call for mutual aid
A firefighter may be in distress and in need of rescue (correct)

What is the purpose of the Mobile Data Computers (MDC)?

To provide rapid intervention crew (RIC) services
To communicate supplemental incident information from dispatch and allow unit input for status changes (correct)
To conduct secondary searches at incident scenes
To manage risk assessment procedures

What does the term 'Out-of-Service (OOS)' indicate?

The unit is not capable of responding to incidents (correct)
The unit is on standby for rescue efforts
The unit is conducting primary search at an incident scene
The unit is providing advanced cardiac life support and transportation

What is the purpose of the Rapid Intervention Crew (RIC)?

To stand-by in a state of readiness to perform a rescue effort of firefighters (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the acronym RECEOVS stand for?

$Rescue, Exposure, Confinement, Extinguishment, Overhaul, Ventilation, Salvage$ (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Size-up (13 point)' refer to?

The initial and ongoing process of gathering and analyzing information critical to incident factors that lead to problem identification. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Inner Circle Survey at a motor vehicle crash?

To determine the number and condition of patients, any hazards in the vicinity of the vehicle(s), stability of the vehicle(s), and if extrication is needed (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of the Incident Safety Officer (ISO)?

Monitor and assess safety hazards or unsafe situations (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the Initial Rapid Intervention Crew (IRIC) do during the initial stages of an incident?

Remain outside the hazard area and be responsible for constant awareness of personnel operating in the hazardous area (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Hazardous Device?

To contain or cause an explosion, or have potential to explode, posing a threat to public safety (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is Geographic Designation used for in a strip mall or row house situation?

Describing orientation and exposure of buildings by using letters A, B, C, D in a clockwise manner (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of Limited Access Highway?

To control the flow of traffic and restrict the vehicle access to designated entry and exit points (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does a Brush unit provide for ground cover fires in rough terrain?

Self-sufficient unit with its own water supply (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a Casualty Collection Point (CCP)?

Geographic location for victim extraction, triage, and treatment (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Civil disorder as per the given text?

Public disturbance involving three or more violent individuals causing danger or property damage (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Command Staff in an incident?

Reporting to Command and handling public information, safety, and liaison (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does an Engine Company primarily provide?

Fire suppression and Advanced Life Support (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Flow path' refer to in firefighting?

Movement of hot gases from the fire and fresh air towards it (A) Signup and view all the answers

In which section of the Fire Procedure would you find best practice information about procedures?

Universal Practices (B) Signup and view all the answers

What type of information goes into the lettered section of a procedure?

General information (A) Signup and view all the answers

Where would you find the purpose and scope of a specific procedure document?

Purpose and Scope (C) Signup and view all the answers

In which section would you find tasks and instructions for first-on-scene responders, but only in operational procedures?

First Five Minutes (C) Signup and view all the answers

Where would you find points directing users to policies in the Lexipol Fire Manual that correspond with a specific procedure document?

'Corresponding Policies' (C) Signup and view all the answers

Where would you find the illustrated procedure guide for operational policies?

Decision tree (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of guide sheets mentioned in the text?

To offer customization options and contain references to NFPA standards and IAFF best practices (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'All Clear' indicate as per the text?

A search has been completed with no victims found (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of an annunciator or fire alarm control panel?

It is a control station for an alarm system within a building (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'BNICE' stand for according to the text?

Biological, Nuclear, Incendiary, Chemical, and Explosive materials threats to first responders (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of a Battalion Chief according to the text?

The chief officer responsible for a given geographical area (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'BRANCH' refer to in the context of incident operations?

A functional area of operation (B) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

The text explains the style guidelines used in Lexipol's Fire Procedures documents.
Consistency is maintained through rules for spelling, punctuation, grammar, and other issues.
Acronyms must be spelled out on first use, afterward use the acronym.
Abbreviations are acceptable for familiar terms, but should be clear and universally known.
Citations to operational procedures will appear in guide sheets.
A glossary of terms and phrases is provided at the end of the user guide.
Guide sheets offer customization options and contain references to NFPA standards and IAFF best practices.
Three levels of accountability for personnel during incidents.
Cold, Warm, and Hot zones designate safety levels during active shooter or violent incidents.
"All Clear" term indicates a search has been completed with no victims found.
An "All-Hazards Incident Management Team" is a comprehensive resource to manage large incidents.
An anchor point is a safe area for wildfire operations.
An annunciator or fire alarm control panel is a control station for an alarm system within a building.
Apparatus refers to any emergency fire response vehicle.
Area Command expands the incident command function for large incidents.
Backup Passport is a red, rigid plastic passport attached to the dash of the apparatus as an emergency backup or replacement.
A Base is a remote resource pool of units.
A Battalion Chief is the chief officer responsible for a given geographical area.
BNICE is an acronym for the Biological, Nuclear, Incendiary, Chemical, and Explosive materials threats to first responders.
BRANCH is an organizational level with functional, geographical, or jurisdictional responsibility for major parts of the incident operations.

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Test your knowledge of firefighting terminologies with this quiz. Identify and understand terms used in the field of firefighting, from unit classifications to situational reports.