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Fireground Strategy and Offensive Attack
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Fireground Strategy and Offensive Attack

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What is the main purpose of the fireground strategy outlined in the SOG?

  • To ensure all firefighters are familiar with fire equipment.
  • To outline a strategy for operation at structure fires. (correct)
  • To provide a resource allocation plan for firefighters.
  • To establish guidelines for community fire safety education.

    • Who is responsible for determining the appropriate fireground strategy?

  • The safety officer.
  • The Incident Commander. (correct)
  • The lead firefighter on the scene.
  • The fire chief.

    • Which of the following is NOT a factor in determining the fireground strategy?

  • The fire load.
  • The rescue profile.
  • The incident's public relations impact. (correct)
  • The building's age and condition.

    • What happens if offensive and defensive strategies are applied simultaneously in the same fire area?

    <p>It often leads to confusion and increased risk of injury.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What benchmarks might influence a change in strategy during a fire incident?

    <p>All clear status.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which NFPA standard is referenced in relation to fireground strategy responsibility?

    <p>NFPA 1500.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended approach for managing fireground strategy?

    <p>Start monitoring and evaluating from the arrival of the first unit.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary effect of knocking down the main body of fire?

    <p>It assists in protecting exposures but is not the highest priority.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should the strategic mode be adjusted during a fire incident?

    <p>It should be adjusted based on conditions and benchmarks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'fire under control' signify?

    <p>The forward progress of the fire has stopped.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if exposure protection is established?

    <p>Redirect attention to knocking down the main body of fire.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should Command notify dispatch that a primary search will not be completed?

    <p>If defensive operations are initiated from the start.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should Command do after bringing a fire under control?

    <p>Initiate a PAR report from all on-scene sectors and crews.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of an Offensive Fire Attack?

    <p>Conducting a primary search and rescue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be established before starting fire operations during an Offensive Fire Attack?

    <p>The fire safety of the structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should initial attack efforts be directed in an Offensive Fire Attack?

    <p>Toward supporting a primary search</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to evaluate what is not burning during an Offensive Fire Attack?

    <p>It indicates potential fire extension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What critical aspects should command consider during a fireground operation?

    <p>Direction of fire extension and rescue activities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must command do based on the evaluation of fire spread?

    <p>Allocate personnel and resources accordingly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In an Offensive Fire Attack, what should be done if firefighters face a fire with rapid spread?

    <p>Conduct a fast, strong, well-placed attack</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the responsibility of the IRIC team before entry into a burning structure?

    <p>To ensure communication among all units</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the 7 sides or sectors that command must consider when responding to a fire?

    <p>Front, rear, both sides, top, bottom, interior, and thermal layer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it essential to open up and operate fire streams in concealed spaces such as attics?

    <p>To prevent the fire from spreading unnoticed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be determined about the fire before initiating an attack?

    <p>Where the fire will be during the attack</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In marginal fire situations, what is the primary reason to initiate an offensive interior attack?

    <p>To protect the property and lives in immediate danger</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must command do when the primary all clear is obtained in a marginal situation?

    <p>Assess safety and consider abandoning the attack</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is NOT considered a basic variable relating to attack operations?

    <p>Firefighter training level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should command abandon a marginal attack?

    <p>When the roof is unsafe or untenable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important aspect of early ventilation during concealed space attacks?

    <p>It should be coordinated with interior fire attack</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for Command to assign a Roof Sector during marginal situations?

    <p>To assess roof safety for operations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What signifies a transition from an offensive to a defensive fire attack?

    <p>The structure has been deemed lost and unsafe for operations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action should be taken if retreat is delayed due to hose lines during a defensive operation?

    <p>Abandon the hose lines if it's unsafe to remain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should Sector Officers do immediately after a change to a defensive strategy?

    <p>Conduct a Personnel Accountability Report</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In defensive operations, what is regarded as the top priority?

    <p>Ensuring personnel safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does heavy smoke pressure indicate during a fire operation?

    <p>There is significant risk for interior firefighters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the procedure following an announcement of a switch to a defensive strategy?

    <p>All personnel should withdraw safely from the structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should Command strongly consider not committing crews to the interior of a structure?

    <p>When no reports are received from the Roof Sector about safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Fireground Strategy

    • The Incident Commander is responsible for the fireground strategy
    • Two main strategies are considered: Offensive and Defensive
    • The strategy can change with conditions or as benchmarks are met
    • The initial Incident Commander must communicate the strategy in the on-scene report.
    • The strategy is determined by several factors including the building, fire load, smoke and fire conditions, and rescue potential

    Offensive Fire Attack

    • The structure must be determined as safe to enter before an offensive fire attack is initiated
    • Offensive fire attacks are centered on rescue
    • The first attack line must be placed between the victims and the fire for safety purposes
    • Fire conditions need to be assessed before starting fire operations
    • Command must consider the direction and speed of fire extension, particularly as it might affect:
      • Rescue activities
      • Risk to firefighters
      • Confinement efforts
      • Exposure protection
    • Command needs to allocate personnel and resources based on these factors
    • Command must consider all "sides" of the fire (front, rear, sides, top, bottom, and interior) to consider fire control
    • In concealed spaces (attics) ventilation and fire streams to these areas needs to be a priority
    • Command must anticipate the fire spread to ensure resources are ready
    • The attack should focus on securing exposures and protecting property that might be at risk
    • Attack variables include:
      • Location and position of the attack
      • Size of the attack
      • Support functions needed

    Marginal Fire Attack

    • A marginal fire attack is conducted for rescue purposes
    • If offensive conditions are not clear, Command may initiate an offensive interior attack while setting up defensive positions on the exterior
    • Interior attacks are closely monitored and abandoned if necessary
    • A marginal attack should be abandoned when
      • A primary "all clear" has been obtained and the situation remains marginal
      • The roof is unsafe or untenable
      • Interior forces encounter excessive heat and cannot locate or make progress on the fire
      • Heavy smoke is being forced from the building under pressure and increasing
    • Assigning a Roof Sector early is crucial for evaluating roof conditions and the safety of interior operations
    • It is better to switch to a defensive strategy too soon rather than too late

    Defensive Fire Attack

    • A defensive strategy is used when offensive operations are deemed unsafe due to personnel safety concerns and the structure is considered lost
    • Defensive strategies are announced as Emergency Traffic and all personnel must withdraw from the structure maintaining a safe distance
    • A PAR (Personnel Accountability Report) must be conducted after changing from an offensive to a defensive strategy
    • Interior lines are withdrawn and repositioned when using a defensive strategy
    • Hose lines should be abandoned if withdrawing from a structure is delayed and unsafe
    • The top priorities of defensive operations are:
      • Personnel safety
      • Exposure protection
    • Master streams are the most effective tactic to be employed in defensive operations
    • "Fire under control" means the forward progress of the fire has been stopped and the remaining fire can be extinguished with available resources
    • A PAR report must be conducted after the fire is brought under control
    • If the situation requires a defensive strategy from the start, Command will inform dispatch that a primary search will not be completed, however, all buildings should be searched when possible after the initial fire is controlled

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    This quiz covers the critical elements of fireground strategy, focusing on the roles of the Incident Commander and the difference between offensive and defensive tactics. Key factors such as building safety, fire conditions, and rescue priorities are explored. Assess your understanding of the procedures and considerations necessary for effective fireground management.

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