202.01 Standard Company Functions

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What is the primary goal of standardizing company functions on the fireground?

To increase the awareness and confidence of company members in the standard performance of other companies (correct)

To reduce the workload of Incident Commanders

To limit the capabilities of specific company units

To eliminate the need for Engine, Ladder, and Rescue companies on the fireground

Which of the following is NOT a standard function of Engine companies?

Rescue operations

Loss control activities

Fire control

Communication dispatch (correct)

What is the role of Incident Commanders in assigning company functions?

To limit the number of companies responding to an incident

To only assign Engine companies to fire control operations

To override company functions based on personal experience

To assign companies with their appropriate function whenever possible (correct)

What is the benefit of standardizing company functions on the fireground?

It reduces the detail of orders required to get companies into action on the fireground Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of organizing basic fireground functions and activities by company?

To assign major fireground functions to the particular company who can best accomplish the operation Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between Engine, Ladder, and Rescue companies on the fireground?

They integrate their efforts to achieve effective rescue, fire control, and loss control activities Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a Rescue Company?

Transportation of sick and injured to hospitals Signup and view all the answers

What is the common function among all company types?

Search, rescue, and treatment Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of Command in a Level 1 Staging situation?

To integrate tasks and functions as required with on-scene units Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Standard Company Functions?

To provide a standard fireground plan for task and tactical operations Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a Heavy Rescue Company in a fireground operation?

To perform structural collapse and shoring operations Signup and view all the answers

What is the process of determining the priority of company functions?

Based on the Risk Management Plan Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of a Ladder Company?

To provide access and check fire extension Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 360° incident assessment?

To identify potential hazards and risks Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of an Engine Company in a fireground operation?

To stretch hose lines and operate nozzles Signup and view all the answers

What happens when a Ladder Company is delayed or absent?

Command assigns ladder functions to a Heavy Rescue Company Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Standard Company Functions

Organize basic fireground functions and activities based on the capability and characteristics of each unit type.
Assign major fireground functions to the company that can best accomplish the operation.
Integrate efforts of Engine, Ladder, and Rescue companies to achieve effective rescue, fire control, and loss control activities.

Engine Company Functions

Perform incident size-up and assumption of command
Coordinate 360° incident assessment
Conduct search, rescue, and treatment
Perform forcible entry, stretch hose lines, and operate nozzles
Pump hose lines and provide loss control

Ladder Company/Tender Functions

Perform incident size-up and assumption of command
Coordinate 360° incident assessment
Conduct search, rescue, and treatment
Perform coordinated horizontal and vertical ventilation, forcible entry, and raise ground ladders
Provide access/check fire extension, utility control, and lighting
Operate ladder pipes (aerials and platforms only), perform overhaul, and extrication
Provide loss control

Rescue Company Functions

Transport sick and injured to hospitals
Conduct search, rescue, and treatment, and communicate commitment and location to Command
Perform general firefighting duties as assigned by Command
Maintain a retrievable status for victim treatment and transportation

Heavy Rescue Company Functions

Perform incident size-up and assumption of command
Coordinate 360° incident assessment
Conduct search, rescue, and treatment
Stretch hose lines, operate nozzles, and provide loss control
Obtain 360°, perform coordinated horizontal and vertical ventilation, and forcible entry
Raise ground ladders, provide access/check fire extension, and utility control
Provide lighting, perform overhaul, and extrication
Perform structural collapse/shoring, heavy lifting, and loss control

Operational Information

In Level 1 Staging situations, first arriving companies will perform their functions as required and ordered by Command
Company Officers will determine the priority of functions based on conditions and the Risk Management Plan
Every company will perform all basic functions safely within their capability
Command will integrate tasks and functions as required with on-scene units

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Description

This quiz covers the standard operating procedures for fireground operations, including the organization and assignment of functions to different company types, and the integration of efforts for effective rescue and fire control.