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What is the main focus of an Offensive Fire Attack?
What is the main focus of an Offensive Fire Attack?
What must be determined before initiating an Offensive Fire Attack?
What must be determined before initiating an Offensive Fire Attack?
What does Command need to evaluate when considering fire conditions?
What does Command need to evaluate when considering fire conditions?
Which guideline is part of conducting an Offensive Fire Attack?
Which guideline is part of conducting an Offensive Fire Attack?
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What is a critical aspect of managing fire conditions on the fireground?
What is a critical aspect of managing fire conditions on the fireground?
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What is one of the key roles of the IRIC team before entry?
What is one of the key roles of the IRIC team before entry?
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According to fireground operations, what should everyone be doing to enhance effectiveness?
According to fireground operations, what should everyone be doing to enhance effectiveness?
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How should Command allocate resources in fireground operations?
How should Command allocate resources in fireground operations?
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What are the 7 sides that must be addressed to consider a fire under control?
What are the 7 sides that must be addressed to consider a fire under control?
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What is a critical step when dealing with concealed space fires?
What is a critical step when dealing with concealed space fires?
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What should command ensure when coordinating ventilation during a concealed space attack?
What should command ensure when coordinating ventilation during a concealed space attack?
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When should command abandon a marginal attack?
When should command abandon a marginal attack?
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What is the primary reason for operating in marginal situations during fire attacks?
What is the primary reason for operating in marginal situations during fire attacks?
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What factor is NOT listed as a basic variable relating to attack operations?
What factor is NOT listed as a basic variable relating to attack operations?
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Why is it paramount to get ahead of the fire during an attack?
Why is it paramount to get ahead of the fire during an attack?
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Which of the following is a consequence of failing to address all 7 sides of the fire?
Which of the following is a consequence of failing to address all 7 sides of the fire?
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What are the two main strategies employed in fireground operations?
What are the two main strategies employed in fireground operations?
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What should the Incident Commander evaluate to determine the appropriate fireground strategy?
What should the Incident Commander evaluate to determine the appropriate fireground strategy?
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Which of the following is NOT a factor that influences the selection of the fireground strategy?
Which of the following is NOT a factor that influences the selection of the fireground strategy?
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What is the primary responsibility of the Incident Commander during an emergency?
What is the primary responsibility of the Incident Commander during an emergency?
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Why is it important to avoid simultaneous Offensive and Defensive strategies in a fire area?
Why is it important to avoid simultaneous Offensive and Defensive strategies in a fire area?
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What does the term 'rescue profile' refer to in the context of fireground strategy?
What does the term 'rescue profile' refer to in the context of fireground strategy?
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When should managing fireground strategy begin during an incident?
When should managing fireground strategy begin during an incident?
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What action must officers taking over Command perform regarding the fireground strategy?
What action must officers taking over Command perform regarding the fireground strategy?
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What is the primary purpose of knocking down the main body of fire?
What is the primary purpose of knocking down the main body of fire?
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What is the most effective tactic when exposure is severe and water is limited?
What is the most effective tactic when exposure is severe and water is limited?
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When is the term 'FIRE UNDER CONTROL' communicated to dispatch?
When is the term 'FIRE UNDER CONTROL' communicated to dispatch?
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What must Command do after reporting 'FIRE UNDER CONTROL'?
What must Command do after reporting 'FIRE UNDER CONTROL'?
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What is a key action that must be taken for all buildings at the scene of a fire?
What is a key action that must be taken for all buildings at the scene of a fire?
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What is the primary reason for assigning a Roof Sector during marginal situations?
What is the primary reason for assigning a Roof Sector during marginal situations?
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Under what condition should crews avoid committing to the interior of a structure?
Under what condition should crews avoid committing to the interior of a structure?
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What does a change to a defensive strategy signify?
What does a change to a defensive strategy signify?
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What should be done immediately after announcing a change to a defensive strategy?
What should be done immediately after announcing a change to a defensive strategy?
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What is the first priority during defensive operations?
What is the first priority during defensive operations?
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What action should be taken if retreat is delayed due to hose lines during a defensive strategy?
What action should be taken if retreat is delayed due to hose lines during a defensive strategy?
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Why is it important for Sector Officers to report on crew status after a strategy change?
Why is it important for Sector Officers to report on crew status after a strategy change?
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Which report must be obtained after switching from an offensive to a defensive strategy?
Which report must be obtained after switching from an offensive to a defensive strategy?
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Study Notes
Fireground Strategy
- Fireground strategy is determined by the Incident Commander based on risk management plan.
- Two primary fireground strategies: Offensive (centered on rescue) and Defensive (structure considered lost)
- Strategy is based on building type, structural integrity, fire load, fire and smoke conditions, rescue potential.
- The Incident Commander is responsible for ensuring all personnel operate within the chosen strategy, which provides overall incident scene safety.
Offensive Fire Attack
- Offensive fire attack focuses on rescue and requires safe building entry.
- Involves assigning an IRIC team prior to entry for immediate rescue efforts.
- The first attack line is crucial, forming a safety barrier between victims and fire for rescue and escape.
- Companies must analyze fire conditions and extent before starting fire operations, considering unburned areas for fire control and extension prediction.
- Command must assess the 7 sides of the fire (front, rear, both sides, top, bottom, and interior) for effective fire control.
- Ventilation is critical for concealed space fires, with openings made in the fire area.
- Protective tactics for exposures should start with the most dangerous direction of fire spread.
- Attack operations consider location, size of the attack, and supporting functions.
Marginal Fire Attack
- This strategy is adopted when there are unclear offensive/defensive conditions.
- An initial offensive interior attack is launched while setting up defensive exterior positions.
- It's constantly evaluated, abandoning the offensive approach if necessary.
- Command should abandon marginal attacks if a primary all clear is attained, the roof is unsafe, interior forces encounter heavy heat, or when heavy smoke pressure is increasing.
Defensive Fire Attack
- The choice of a defensive strategy implies conceding the structure as lost for personnel safety.
- A defensive strategy announcement is made as Emergency Traffic and all personnel should withdraw from the structure, maintaining a safe distance.
- A Personnel Accountability Report (PAR) is mandatory after any switch from offensive to defensive strategy.
- Interior lines are to be withdrawn and repositioned during a defensive strategy.
- The highest priority in a defensive strategy is personnel safety, followed by exposure protection and then controlling the fire.
- Master streams are the preferred tactic in defensive operations.
- "Fire under control" is announced once forward progress of the fire is stopped and the remainder can be extinguished with the resources available.
- Command needs to initiate a PAR report from all sectors and crews.
- In defensive scenarios, there might not be a primary search completed for the affected structure, but all buildings should be searched later if possible.
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Explore essential concepts of fireground strategy and offensive fire attacks in this quiz. Learn about the roles of an Incident Commander, the importance of rescue operations, and effective fire control measures. Test your understanding of the key strategies and considerations necessary for safe and effective fire incidents.
