High-rise Fire Response Protocol

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Where should the 1st arriving EMS unit stage if Rescue One is not available?

Three floors below the fire floor

What is the responsibility of the Lobby Control Group in a high-rise building?

Operating alarm panels and communication systems

What is the standard size of hose lines to feed the FDC?

Multiple 2 ½” inch hose lines

Who should establish the Lobby Control Group in a high-rise building?

3rd due Engine company officer

If a connection using multiple 2 ½” inch hose lines is not possible for the FDC, what should be used?

A single 5-inch hose line

Where should occupants from upper floors needing medical attention be transported to?

Three floors below the fire floor

Who coordinates with the water supply Engine from the pump/riser room in a high-rise building?

Lobby Control Group member

What is the primary purpose of the area of refuge in a high-rise building?

To serve as a temporary retreat location for firefighters

What is the responsibility of the 2nd arriving Truck Company in a high-rise building fire?

Searching for trapped occupants on the floor above the fire

When should the 3rd arriving Truck Company utilize elevators in a high-rise building fire?

If the elevator is a blind shaft elevator only

What task should the 3rd arriving Truck Company prioritize upon accessing the roof in a high-rise building fire?

Providing ventilation if necessary

Who is responsible for coordinating ventilation of stairwells during a high-rise building incident?

Lobby Control Group

What is a key responsibility of the RIC company in a high-rise building operation?

Providing backup hose lines for firefighters

What is the purpose of identifying all stairwells and elevator shafts by members on the top floor of a high-rise building?

To ensure coordinated ventilation efforts

In a high-rise building, what should be done if the elevator is an open shaft elevator?

Ascend two floors below the fire and use the stairs to access the roof

Who is responsible for obtaining building keys and proceeding to the floor above the fire in a high-rise building?

2nd arriving Truck Company

What should the 1st arriving EMS unit stage in a high-rise building incident if Rescue One is not available?

In close proximity to the FDC connection point

Learn about the procedures and responsibilities of different officers during a high-rise fire emergency, including reporting locations, roles, and safety measures. Understand the importance of coordinating with building maintenance and obtaining floor plans in such situations.

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