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In a high-rise incident, which factor could MOST significantly limit or prevent helicopter access to the roof?
In a high-rise incident, which factor could MOST significantly limit or prevent helicopter access to the roof?
- The number of available landing zones (LZs) in the vicinity.
- Availability of medical personnel on the ground.
- Obstructions, weight restrictions, or weather conditions. (correct)
- The color of the roof impacting visibility.
What is the PRIMARY responsibility of the Air Operations Branch Director during a high-rise incident?
What is the PRIMARY responsibility of the Air Operations Branch Director during a high-rise incident?
- Managing fire suppression activities on upper floors.
- Coordinating all air-based activity and communication. (correct)
- Establishing the incident command post.
- Directing ground-based rescue operations.
Which action should a Division/Group Supervisor prioritize to ensure the safety and well-being of assigned personnel?
Which action should a Division/Group Supervisor prioritize to ensure the safety and well-being of assigned personnel?
- Completing tactical assignments regardless of risk.
- Releasing resources to other Divisions/Groups without specific authorization.
- Focusing solely on work progress without regard to personnel condition.
- Monitoring personnel welfare and rotating companies through Rehab. (correct)
What is the MOST important initial action the Investigations Group Supervisor should take upon arriving at a high-rise incident?
What is the MOST important initial action the Investigations Group Supervisor should take upon arriving at a high-rise incident?
Why is it important for the Investigations Group to identify a suitable area for Staging, preferably two floors below the fire, during a high-rise incident?
Why is it important for the Investigations Group to identify a suitable area for Staging, preferably two floors below the fire, during a high-rise incident?
In what scenario should the RIT Group deploy its high-rise hose pack during a high-rise incident?
In what scenario should the RIT Group deploy its high-rise hose pack during a high-rise incident?
What is the purpose of the Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) maintaining awareness of where resources are committed during an incident?
What is the purpose of the Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) maintaining awareness of where resources are committed during an incident?
Under what circumstance should the Ventilation Group consider using a high-rise's HVAC system to evacuate smoke during a fire?
Under what circumstance should the Ventilation Group consider using a high-rise's HVAC system to evacuate smoke during a fire?
When is it acceptable for the Ventilation Group to break windows in a high-rise fire scenario?
When is it acceptable for the Ventilation Group to break windows in a high-rise fire scenario?
In high-rises with Lexan windows, what is the significance of designated breakout windows located near the corners of the building?
In high-rises with Lexan windows, what is the significance of designated breakout windows located near the corners of the building?
In high-rise incidents, what is the primary reason all Valley Fire Departments have agreed on best practices?
In high-rise incidents, what is the primary reason all Valley Fire Departments have agreed on best practices?
Which of the following BEST describes the purpose of the high-rise incident management manual described?
Which of the following BEST describes the purpose of the high-rise incident management manual described?
After the activation of an Operation Section Chief, what is a key ongoing responsibility of the Incident Commander (IC)?
After the activation of an Operation Section Chief, what is a key ongoing responsibility of the Incident Commander (IC)?
Which of the following is NOT a strategic objective of the Incident Commander?
Which of the following is NOT a strategic objective of the Incident Commander?
What authority does the Safety Officer have during an incident?
What authority does the Safety Officer have during an incident?
What is a required safety measure when the Safety Officer operates in a hazardous position?
What is a required safety measure when the Safety Officer operates in a hazardous position?
What is the Public Information Officer's primary role during an incident?
What is the Public Information Officer's primary role during an incident?
In a Unified Command structure, how many Public Information Officers are typically designated?
In a Unified Command structure, how many Public Information Officers are typically designated?
What is the main function of the Liaison Officer during a high-rise incident?
What is the main function of the Liaison Officer during a high-rise incident?
Which staff role participates in planning meetings and provides the current resource status of assisting agencies?
Which staff role participates in planning meetings and provides the current resource status of assisting agencies?
What is a key responsibility of the Operations Section Chief?
What is a key responsibility of the Operations Section Chief?
The Operations Section Chief builds an effective organizational structure through the use of:
The Operations Section Chief builds an effective organizational structure through the use of:
What is the primary purpose of a Staging Area in a high-rise incident?
What is the primary purpose of a Staging Area in a high-rise incident?
Where is the staging area normally located?
Where is the staging area normally located?
Which of the following is an area of responsibility for the Operations Sections Chief?
Which of the following is an area of responsibility for the Operations Sections Chief?
In high-rise incidents, tempered glass windows are designed to break into what form for safety?
In high-rise incidents, tempered glass windows are designed to break into what form for safety?
During a high-rise fire, what is the PRIMARY objective of pressurizing stairwells using multiple fans?
During a high-rise fire, what is the PRIMARY objective of pressurizing stairwells using multiple fans?
What type of ventilation is generally MOST effective in high-rise fire incidents?
What type of ventilation is generally MOST effective in high-rise fire incidents?
What is a critical consideration regarding ventilation in the fire department stairwell during a high-rise incident?
What is a critical consideration regarding ventilation in the fire department stairwell during a high-rise incident?
Which of these duties falls within the responsibilities of the Evacuations Group Supervisor?
Which of these duties falls within the responsibilities of the Evacuations Group Supervisor?
Who does the Evacuations Group Supervisor coordinate with to establish an evacuation containment area?
Who does the Evacuations Group Supervisor coordinate with to establish an evacuation containment area?
What system does the Evacuations Group coordinate with to aid in the evacuation process?
What system does the Evacuations Group coordinate with to aid in the evacuation process?
Which action would the Ground Support Manager perform regarding water supply?
Which action would the Ground Support Manager perform regarding water supply?
What is the PRIMARY responsibility of the Logistics Section Chief during a high-rise incident?
What is the PRIMARY responsibility of the Logistics Section Chief during a high-rise incident?
Who does the Lobby Control Officer report to if the Logistics position has not been established?
Who does the Lobby Control Officer report to if the Logistics position has not been established?
How frequently should the Ground Support Manager post firefighters to create an equipment shuttle in the stairwell?
How frequently should the Ground Support Manager post firefighters to create an equipment shuttle in the stairwell?
What is a key function of Lobby Control in managing occupant egress during a high-rise incident?
What is a key function of Lobby Control in managing occupant egress during a high-rise incident?
What is the recommended ratio of officers to firefighters assigned under the Ground Support Manager, if available?
What is the recommended ratio of officers to firefighters assigned under the Ground Support Manager, if available?
What is the recommended minimum distance the Base area should be located from the affected structure in a high-rise incident?
What is the recommended minimum distance the Base area should be located from the affected structure in a high-rise incident?
What action should the Ground Support Manager take regarding firefighters showing indications of tiredness?
What action should the Ground Support Manager take regarding firefighters showing indications of tiredness?
Which of the following is a key duty of the Communications Unit Leader?
Which of the following is a key duty of the Communications Unit Leader?
What is the Base Manager's responsibility regarding apparatus at the incident?
What is the Base Manager's responsibility regarding apparatus at the incident?
How many companies should the Base Manager maintain in Base, ready for deployment?
How many companies should the Base Manager maintain in Base, ready for deployment?
The Planning Section Chief is responsible for:
The Planning Section Chief is responsible for:
Which unit is responsible for maintaining a master check-in list of personnel and resources at an incident?
Which unit is responsible for maintaining a master check-in list of personnel and resources at an incident?
What is the PRIMARY function of Ground Support during a high-rise incident?
What is the PRIMARY function of Ground Support during a high-rise incident?
What type of information does the Situation Unit primarily collect and update?
What type of information does the Situation Unit primarily collect and update?
Who does the Base Manager coordinate with to move equipment and resources into the fire building?
Who does the Base Manager coordinate with to move equipment and resources into the fire building?
Which of the following would be a responsibility of the Documentation Unit?
Which of the following would be a responsibility of the Documentation Unit?
Under whose direction do Technical Specialists perform their duties at an incident?
Under whose direction do Technical Specialists perform their duties at an incident?
Which section is responsible for procuring services and/or supplies from sources within and outside of the fire department as requested by Command?
Which section is responsible for procuring services and/or supplies from sources within and outside of the fire department as requested by Command?
At a high-rise fire, why is it important for the Lobby Control to obtain elevator keys and building keys?
At a high-rise fire, why is it important for the Lobby Control to obtain elevator keys and building keys?
What legal aspect falls under the purview of analysis and advice provided by the Finance/Administration Section Chief?
What legal aspect falls under the purview of analysis and advice provided by the Finance/Administration Section Chief?
Why does the Systems Control Unit need to be concise in their radio transmissions during a high-rise fire?
Why does the Systems Control Unit need to be concise in their radio transmissions during a high-rise fire?
What is the significance of Base maintaining a minimum of three companies ready for deployment?
What is the significance of Base maintaining a minimum of three companies ready for deployment?
What is the primary reason engineers should remain with their company, unless specifically needed for other duties, during a first-alarm assignment?
What is the primary reason engineers should remain with their company, unless specifically needed for other duties, during a first-alarm assignment?
Why is it important for crews arriving on scene to remain intact during a high-rise incident?
Why is it important for crews arriving on scene to remain intact during a high-rise incident?
During the initial response, what actions should the first arriving company take?
During the initial response, what actions should the first arriving company take?
What is the purpose of meeting with security or a building representative during the initial response?
What is the purpose of meeting with security or a building representative during the initial response?
How does the Systems Control Unit aid the Evacuation Group in a high-rise fire scenario?
How does the Systems Control Unit aid the Evacuation Group in a high-rise fire scenario?
What is the primary reason for Lobby Control to identify stairwells to be used by the fire department (FD) and civilians?
What is the primary reason for Lobby Control to identify stairwells to be used by the fire department (FD) and civilians?
Why is it important to establish equipment pools at Base based on the Incident Action Plan (IAP)?
Why is it important to establish equipment pools at Base based on the Incident Action Plan (IAP)?
During a high-rise incident, how does the Base Unit support ground support personnel?
During a high-rise incident, how does the Base Unit support ground support personnel?
What is the significance of all fire crews entering the hot zone/hazard area having a designated leader?
What is the significance of all fire crews entering the hot zone/hazard area having a designated leader?
Why is it important for individual firefighters to maintain a constant awareness of their exit air supply?
Why is it important for individual firefighters to maintain a constant awareness of their exit air supply?
At a high-rise fire, what is the primary responsibility of the first arriving Battalion Chief?
At a high-rise fire, what is the primary responsibility of the first arriving Battalion Chief?
Which company is typically assigned to establish Lobby Control in a high-rise fire incident?
Which company is typically assigned to establish Lobby Control in a high-rise fire incident?
What is the primary function of the 'On Deck / Recycle' system during a high-rise fire attack?
What is the primary function of the 'On Deck / Recycle' system during a high-rise fire attack?
Which company is assigned to establish staging and where do they typically set it up?
Which company is assigned to establish staging and where do they typically set it up?
What role does Rescue #1 typically assume during a high-rise fire incident?
What role does Rescue #1 typically assume during a high-rise fire incident?
During a high-rise fire, which of the following is NOT a task for the initial Investigations Group?
During a high-rise fire, which of the following is NOT a task for the initial Investigations Group?
What is the role of the two engineers from the first four arriving companies?
What is the role of the two engineers from the first four arriving companies?
During the 'On Deck / Recycle' system, what does it mean for a crew to be in the 'on-deck' position?
During the 'On Deck / Recycle' system, what does it mean for a crew to be in the 'on-deck' position?
What is the primary responsibility of Company #6 during a high-rise fire?
What is the primary responsibility of Company #6 during a high-rise fire?
How many rotating crews are recommended to sustain continuous fire attack for over an hour using the 'recycle' system?
How many rotating crews are recommended to sustain continuous fire attack for over an hour using the 'recycle' system?
During a 2nd alarm upgrade, which unit is typically assigned to establish Base?
During a 2nd alarm upgrade, which unit is typically assigned to establish Base?
When a Mayday occurs during a High-Rise fire scenario, who assumes the role of RIT Branch?
When a Mayday occurs during a High-Rise fire scenario, who assumes the role of RIT Branch?
What is unique about the officer's role from the first four companies on scene?
What is unique about the officer's role from the first four companies on scene?
During a 2nd alarm response to a high-rise fire, which of the following is typically assigned specifically to supplement RIT (Rapid Intervention Team)?
During a 2nd alarm response to a high-rise fire, which of the following is typically assigned specifically to supplement RIT (Rapid Intervention Team)?
During a high-rise incident utilizing the ‘On Deck / Recycle’ system, what is the immediate action for a crew once they are relieved from their position at the nozzle?
During a high-rise incident utilizing the ‘On Deck / Recycle’ system, what is the immediate action for a crew once they are relieved from their position at the nozzle?
Following a third alarm, which resources are typically dispatched to the incident?
Following a third alarm, which resources are typically dispatched to the incident?
After the arrival of a third alarm, what operational priority should the Incident Commander emphasize?
After the arrival of a third alarm, what operational priority should the Incident Commander emphasize?
In a fully escalated incident command structure, which Battalion Chief is MOST likely to assume the role of Operations Section Chief?
In a fully escalated incident command structure, which Battalion Chief is MOST likely to assume the role of Operations Section Chief?
In an escalated incident, what role might Battalion #4 typically assume within the Incident Command System (ICS)?
In an escalated incident, what role might Battalion #4 typically assume within the Incident Command System (ICS)?
At what point in an escalating incident should the formal Command Post be established and key C-Staff and G-Staff positions be filled?
At what point in an escalating incident should the formal Command Post be established and key C-Staff and G-Staff positions be filled?
What does the notation '3L 1D' indicate on a search marking?
What does the notation '3L 1D' indicate on a search marking?
Who is responsible for establishing and leading the Logistics Section in an escalating incident?
Who is responsible for establishing and leading the Logistics Section in an escalating incident?
After the fourth alarm, how are additional resources typically assigned to the incident?
After the fourth alarm, how are additional resources typically assigned to the incident?
If a primary search team finds no victims, how should this be indicated in the search markings?
If a primary search team finds no victims, how should this be indicated in the search markings?
Where does the primary search team indicate where live victims have been evacuated to?
Where does the primary search team indicate where live victims have been evacuated to?
In the typical 3rd Alarm ICS Org Chart, if RIT activation occurs, who assumes leadership of the RIT Branch?
In the typical 3rd Alarm ICS Org Chart, if RIT activation occurs, who assumes leadership of the RIT Branch?
Why is it important to shift non-essential radio traffic to dedicated channels during a high-rise incident?
Why is it important to shift non-essential radio traffic to dedicated channels during a high-rise incident?
During an incident, which channels does the Systems Control Unit require access to for effective operation?
During an incident, which channels does the Systems Control Unit require access to for effective operation?
Prior to entering a room for a secondary search, what action does the secondary search team take?
Prior to entering a room for a secondary search, what action does the secondary search team take?
On what radio channel should second alarm and subsequent alarm units initially respond, according to the communications plan?
On what radio channel should second alarm and subsequent alarm units initially respond, according to the communications plan?
Where does the secondary search team document evacuation information if they locate additional live victims?
Where does the secondary search team document evacuation information if they locate additional live victims?
Which of the following is the MOST important communication responsibility for Rescue #2 at a staging area?
Which of the following is the MOST important communication responsibility for Rescue #2 at a staging area?
What action signifies the completion of the secondary search of a room?
What action signifies the completion of the secondary search of a room?
The First Full Engine Company establishes base at the scene of an incident. Which channels should they monitor to communicate with Command, Lobby, and Staging?
The First Full Engine Company establishes base at the scene of an incident. Which channels should they monitor to communicate with Command, Lobby, and Staging?
Personnel flow through control points (Base, Lobby, and Staging) should primarily be communicated via which radio channel?
Personnel flow through control points (Base, Lobby, and Staging) should primarily be communicated via which radio channel?
Which of the following is the correct sequence of radio channel usage as companies move from Base to Staging during an incident?
Which of the following is the correct sequence of radio channel usage as companies move from Base to Staging during an incident?
Which task is the responsibility of the Staging Manager regarding companies undergoing recycle?
Which task is the responsibility of the Staging Manager regarding companies undergoing recycle?
If the RIT (Rapid Intervention Team) is activated during an incident, on which channel should they ideally operate?
If the RIT (Rapid Intervention Team) is activated during an incident, on which channel should they ideally operate?
Under what circumstance is it unnecessary to declare a Mayday or Emergency Traffic for an injured firefighter?
Under what circumstance is it unnecessary to declare a Mayday or Emergency Traffic for an injured firefighter?
Which channel is used for all traffic regarding an injured firefighter once they are safely moved to the Fire Medical area?
Which channel is used for all traffic regarding an injured firefighter once they are safely moved to the Fire Medical area?
Company #5's primary responsibility is Lobby Control. On which channels should Company #5 maintain communications?
Company #5's primary responsibility is Lobby Control. On which channels should Company #5 maintain communications?
What is the primary purpose of responder rehabilitation (rehab) at an incident?
What is the primary purpose of responder rehabilitation (rehab) at an incident?
What is the primary role of 'Base' regarding radio communications during an incident?
What is the primary role of 'Base' regarding radio communications during an incident?
Which action should the Fire Medical Officer initiate upon learning of a rapid intervention situation?
Which action should the Fire Medical Officer initiate upon learning of a rapid intervention situation?
Who has the authority to activate the RIT crew?
Who has the authority to activate the RIT crew?
What is the role of Company #7, and on which channels should they maintain communications?
What is the role of Company #7, and on which channels should they maintain communications?
During a high-rise evacuation, what is the FIRST action an officer should take to initiate the evacuation process?
During a high-rise evacuation, what is the FIRST action an officer should take to initiate the evacuation process?
Which unit establishes the Systems Control Unit, and where is it located?
Which unit establishes the Systems Control Unit, and where is it located?
What is stressed as the crucial difference between passports and accountability?
What is stressed as the crucial difference between passports and accountability?
What is the Equipment Officer's responsibility regarding equipment management in staging?
What is the Equipment Officer's responsibility regarding equipment management in staging?
In a high-rise evacuation, where should evacuees be initially directed, unless otherwise directed by Command?
In a high-rise evacuation, where should evacuees be initially directed, unless otherwise directed by Command?
Who is responsible for maintaining unit-level accountability?
Who is responsible for maintaining unit-level accountability?
What action is the Accountability Officer expected to perform at the staging area?
What action is the Accountability Officer expected to perform at the staging area?
During a high-rise fire, the Evacuation Group finds an area that is contaminated. What is the MOST appropriate course of action?
During a high-rise fire, the Evacuation Group finds an area that is contaminated. What is the MOST appropriate course of action?
Under what circumstances might an Incident Commander (IC) consider establishing branches within the incident command structure?
Under what circumstances might an Incident Commander (IC) consider establishing branches within the incident command structure?
Where are primary passports transferred to?
Where are primary passports transferred to?
In what order should the Evacuation Group prioritize their search efforts in a high-rise fire?
In what order should the Evacuation Group prioritize their search efforts in a high-rise fire?
What information should an officer provide in regular progress reports during a high-rise evacuation effort?
What information should an officer provide in regular progress reports during a high-rise evacuation effort?
Ideally, where should Division and Group Supervisors be positioned to conduct a PAR effectively?
Ideally, where should Division and Group Supervisors be positioned to conduct a PAR effectively?
Which task falls under the responsibility of the Fire Branch Director?
Which task falls under the responsibility of the Fire Branch Director?
In a high-rise setting, what is a potential limitation of Division Supervisors remaining outside the hot zone?
In a high-rise setting, what is a potential limitation of Division Supervisors remaining outside the hot zone?
What is the main focus of the EMS Branch Director during an incident?
What is the main focus of the EMS Branch Director during an incident?
Where should the unit number be marked in relation to the forward slash when performing a primary search?
Where should the unit number be marked in relation to the forward slash when performing a primary search?
What action should remaining crewmembers take when a firefighter is injured, unless reassigned?
What action should remaining crewmembers take when a firefighter is injured, unless reassigned?
What does the completion of a back slash to form an 'X' on a door indicate during a primary search?
What does the completion of a back slash to form an 'X' on a door indicate during a primary search?
A staging area has become congested, hindering the movement of resources. What action should the Staging Manager prioritize to mitigate this issue?
A staging area has become congested, hindering the movement of resources. What action should the Staging Manager prioritize to mitigate this issue?
If a door cannot be marked during a primary search, where should the search markings be applied?
If a door cannot be marked during a primary search, where should the search markings be applied?
During a high-rise fire, several firefighters sustain injuries and require transport to a medical facility. Which officer is primarily responsible for coordinating transportation with the EMS Branch?
During a high-rise fire, several firefighters sustain injuries and require transport to a medical facility. Which officer is primarily responsible for coordinating transportation with the EMS Branch?
After completing the primary search and marking the 'X', what additional information should be included in the marking?
After completing the primary search and marking the 'X', what additional information should be included in the marking?
An incident is expanding rapidly, involving both fire suppression and a growing number of medical emergencies. The Incident Commander (IC) is having difficulty managing all the operational aspects directly. What would be the most appropriate action for the IC to take?
An incident is expanding rapidly, involving both fire suppression and a growing number of medical emergencies. The Incident Commander (IC) is having difficulty managing all the operational aspects directly. What would be the most appropriate action for the IC to take?
A staging area is running low on spare SCBA cylinders, and several fire crews are waiting to recycle. Which officer should the Staging Manager contact to address this critical resource shortage?
A staging area is running low on spare SCBA cylinders, and several fire crews are waiting to recycle. Which officer should the Staging Manager contact to address this critical resource shortage?
What type of marking device is suitable for performing primary search markings?
What type of marking device is suitable for performing primary search markings?
The Accountability Officer notices a discrepancy in the location of a fire crew assigned to the interior of a structure. They have been unaccounted for an extended period. What immediate action should the Accountability Officer take?
The Accountability Officer notices a discrepancy in the location of a fire crew assigned to the interior of a structure. They have been unaccounted for an extended period. What immediate action should the Accountability Officer take?
During a prolonged incident, the Rehab Officer observes that several firefighters have elevated heart rates and show signs of dehydration. What should be the Rehab Officer’s next action?
During a prolonged incident, the Rehab Officer observes that several firefighters have elevated heart rates and show signs of dehydration. What should be the Rehab Officer’s next action?
Crews are entering Staging for recycle. Besides replacing SCBA cylinders and re-hydrating, what must be ensured before the crews return to their forward area for deployment?
Crews are entering Staging for recycle. Besides replacing SCBA cylinders and re-hydrating, what must be ensured before the crews return to their forward area for deployment?
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the Staging Area Manager?
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the Staging Area Manager?
What is the PRIMARY communication channel used by the RIT when coordinating patient hand-off during a rapid intervention?
What is the PRIMARY communication channel used by the RIT when coordinating patient hand-off during a rapid intervention?
Which of the following best describes a key duty of the Accountability Officer?
Which of the following best describes a key duty of the Accountability Officer?
During a high-rise incident, what action should the RIT perform upon arrival at the staging area?
During a high-rise incident, what action should the RIT perform upon arrival at the staging area?
What is the Equipment Officer's role regarding equipment requests?
What is the Equipment Officer's role regarding equipment requests?
Why is it essential for Lobby Control to manage access to stairwells and elevators?
Why is it essential for Lobby Control to manage access to stairwells and elevators?
What should the Rehab Manager do if a firefighter's vitals are outside normal parameters?
What should the Rehab Manager do if a firefighter's vitals are outside normal parameters?
Which of the following equipment is MOST essential for the Fire Medical team operating in Staging?
Which of the following equipment is MOST essential for the Fire Medical team operating in Staging?
What is a critical step the RIT should take to prepare for potential deployment?
What is a critical step the RIT should take to prepare for potential deployment?
Under what circumstance would the RIT communicate with the RIT Branch?
Under what circumstance would the RIT communicate with the RIT Branch?
What is the primary responsibility of the Deputy Incident Commander (Deputy IC) regarding radio traffic?
What is the primary responsibility of the Deputy Incident Commander (Deputy IC) regarding radio traffic?
Which action by the Staging Area Manager would MOST effectively prevent congestion?
Which action by the Staging Area Manager would MOST effectively prevent congestion?
What is the PRIMARY purpose of maintaining an equipment recycle area within the Staging Area?
What is the PRIMARY purpose of maintaining an equipment recycle area within the Staging Area?
Before the arrival of BC #4, what should Battalion Chief #3 focus on within the advisory role?
Before the arrival of BC #4, what should Battalion Chief #3 focus on within the advisory role?
According to the content, what is a key strategic objective of the Incident Commander (IC)?
According to the content, what is a key strategic objective of the Incident Commander (IC)?
Which of the following best describes the Accountability Officer's role when a responder is delayed or unaccounted for?
Which of the following best describes the Accountability Officer's role when a responder is delayed or unaccounted for?
Which of the following is a task performed by the Fire Medical team to support Rehab operations, workload permitting?
Which of the following is a task performed by the Fire Medical team to support Rehab operations, workload permitting?
Why is it important for initial crews on the fire floor to understand the limitations of the initial handline?
Why is it important for initial crews on the fire floor to understand the limitations of the initial handline?
When would communications with Base shift from the Base Channel to the Logs Channel?
When would communications with Base shift from the Base Channel to the Logs Channel?
Why should the RIT leave its high-rise hose pack un-deployed in the Staging area?
Why should the RIT leave its high-rise hose pack un-deployed in the Staging area?
What is the primary function of the staging area, and where is it typically located in a high-rise incident?
What is the primary function of the staging area, and where is it typically located in a high-rise incident?
What action should the Investigations Group take immediately after establishing command?
What action should the Investigations Group take immediately after establishing command?
According to the content, what is the ideal setup of the Incident Command Post (ICP)?
According to the content, what is the ideal setup of the Incident Command Post (ICP)?
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the Incident Commander (IC)?
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the Incident Commander (IC)?
What action is recommended to enhance command and communications until a Mobile Command Vehicle is set up?
What action is recommended to enhance command and communications until a Mobile Command Vehicle is set up?
Upon arrival of Battalion Chief #4, what roles are BC's 3 & 4 expected to transition into?
Upon arrival of Battalion Chief #4, what roles are BC's 3 & 4 expected to transition into?
What is the Investigations Group's procedure upon entering a high-rise structure?
What is the Investigations Group's procedure upon entering a high-rise structure?
What is the suggested course of action for crews of the Investigations Group regarding SCBA usage?
What is the suggested course of action for crews of the Investigations Group regarding SCBA usage?
What factor should the Incident Commander discuss with the dispatch center?
What factor should the Incident Commander discuss with the dispatch center?
What is the standard operating guideline regarding SCBA when investigating conditions on the fire floor?
What is the standard operating guideline regarding SCBA when investigating conditions on the fire floor?
At a high-rise incident, what is the procedure for units regarding passports upon arrival?
At a high-rise incident, what is the procedure for units regarding passports upon arrival?
Which of the following is a responsibility of Command/Operations/Branches regarding accountability at the strategic level?
Which of the following is a responsibility of Command/Operations/Branches regarding accountability at the strategic level?
What information must Command/Ops know regarding Division/Groups to maintain accountability?
What information must Command/Ops know regarding Division/Groups to maintain accountability?
How should Command/Ops consider air supply when making tactical assignments?
How should Command/Ops consider air supply when making tactical assignments?
Besides secondary passports, what can Command/Ops use to maintain accountability?
Besides secondary passports, what can Command/Ops use to maintain accountability?
What is the role of the tactical worksheet in incident management?
What is the role of the tactical worksheet in incident management?
What data should NOT be recorded on Tactical Work Sheets?
What data should NOT be recorded on Tactical Work Sheets?
What is a key responsibility of Division/Group supervisors regarding accountability?
What is a key responsibility of Division/Group supervisors regarding accountability?
To maintain close supervision, where must Division/Group supervisors be located?
To maintain close supervision, where must Division/Group supervisors be located?
Besides a passport, what can supervisors carry to utilize as an accountability tool?
Besides a passport, what can supervisors carry to utilize as an accountability tool?
A Division/Group supervisor's 'PAR' involves accounting for which of the following?
A Division/Group supervisor's 'PAR' involves accounting for which of the following?
What is the Company officer's responsibility at the task level of accountability?
What is the Company officer's responsibility at the task level of accountability?
What information should the officer report to Command after completing a PAR, assuming all crew members are accounted for?
What information should the officer report to Command after completing a PAR, assuming all crew members are accounted for?
In which of the following situations is a Personnel Accountability Report (PAR) required?
In which of the following situations is a Personnel Accountability Report (PAR) required?
In the Incident Command Staffing and Communication Plan, who assumes the Deputy/Logistics role upon arrival?
In the Incident Command Staffing and Communication Plan, who assumes the Deputy/Logistics role upon arrival?
Flashcards
Incident Management System (IMS)
Incident Management System (IMS)
A standardized approach for managing emergencies, ensuring coordinated responses.
Incident Commander (IC)
Incident Commander (IC)
The individual in charge, with overall responsibility for the incident.
Strategic Objective: Ensure Safety
Strategic Objective: Ensure Safety
Ensuring the well-being of responders and the public.
Strategic Objective: Limit Loss
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After Clearing Initial Areas Focus On:
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Study Notes
Southern Nevada Fire Operations: High-Rise Operations
- This manual outlines the incident management system, resource allocation, deployment, and tactical objectives for high-rise emergencies, as agreed upon by all Las Vegas Valley Fire Departments.
- It focuses on ICS positions and tactical situations unique to high-rise operations and serves as a framework for the Incident Commander.
Overview of Incident Management System (IMS) Positions
- The IMS positions include Incident Commander, Liaison, Safety, Operations, Planning, Logistics, and Information.
Incident Commander (IC)
- The IC reviews and evaluates the Incident Action Plan (IAP) and makes necessary changes.
- The IC provides ongoing review of the overall incident and participates in the IAP development.
- The IC selects incident priorities and staffs Command and General Staff functions as needed.
- The IC provides direction to Command and General Staff and reviews the organizational structure.
- The IC establishes liaison with internal/external agencies, property owners, and tenants.
- The IC maintains sufficient Command personnel to support the incident to its conclusion.
- Strategic objectives include: ensuring safety, limiting loss of life and property damage, utilizing resources efficiently, ensuring fire ground communication, and ensuring orderly demobilization.
Safety Officer
- The Safety Officer identifies existing or potential hazards and informs Command.
- The Safety Officer recommends changes to the IAP and can alter, suspend, or terminate unsafe activities.
- The Safety Officer investigates accidents within the incident area and requests assistance as needed.
- The Safety Officer must have appropriate PPE, radio communication, and a partner when in hazardous positions.
Public Information Officer (PIO)
- The PIO relays accurate information about the incident, including cause, size, current situation, and resources committed.
- The PIO is the point of contact for media and other governmental agencies.
- The PIO determines limits on information release and provides a link with the Joint Information Center (JIC) when established.
- Only one PIO is designated in either a Single or Unified Command structure, but can have assistants.
Liaison Officer
- The Liaison Officer is the point of contact for representatives from assisting or cooperating agencies (Agency Representatives).
- The Liaison Officer coordinates the Agency Representatives.
- The Liaison Officer participates in planning meetings and provides resource status of assisting agencies, including capabilities and limitations.
Operations Section Chief
- The Operations Section Chief manages tactical activities and coordinates with the IC.
- The Operations Section Chief briefs and assigns Operations personnel to support strategic objectives.
- The Operations Section Chief implements the Operations portion of the IAP and informs Command about activities and events.
- The Operations Section Chief assigns resources to tactical level areas based on incident objectives and strategies.
- The Operations Section Chief builds an effective organizational structure using Branches and Divisions/Groups.
- The Operations Section Chief provides tactical objectives for Divisions/Groups, controls Staging and Air Operations, and provides for life safety.
- The Operations Section Chief determines needs and requests additional resources.
Staging Manager
- The staging area is a location (usually two floors below the fire floor) for temporarily locating available resources.
- The Staging Manager establishes the staging area layout, including reserve forces, rehab, fire medical, equipment, and SCBA bottle areas.
- The Staging Manager responds to requests for resources, maintains three companies in Staging, and maintains adequate equipment reserves.
- The Staging Manager establishes the Rehab area, maintains Staging in an orderly condition, and controls entry/exit.
- The Staging Manager posts a member at each stairwell to prevent bypassing Staging.
- The Staging Manager establishes guides for crews as manpower allows, uses floor layout to reduce congestion, and requests logistical support as needed.
- The Staging Manager routes companies, establishes Accountability and Equipment positions, and reports firefighter injuries.
Recycle
- Crews enter the staging area for recycle to replace SCBA cylinders and re-hydrate, then return to their forward area for deployment.
Rehab Officer
- The purpose of responder rehabilitation is to evaluate and assist personnel suffering from sustained physical exertion.
- The Rehab Officer manages all firefighter related rehabilitation issues in Staging and maintains records of companies in Rehab, including assignment, time in, vitals, time out, and next assignment.
- The Rehab Officer measures vitals for all personnel reporting to Rehab and reports anomalies to Fire Medical.
Fire Medical Officer
- The Fire Medical Officer manages all firefighter related EMS issues in Staging.
- The Fire Medical Officer evaluates personnel as requested and assists Rehab when workload permits.
- The Fire Medical Officer maintains readiness to respond to medical emergencies.
- The Fire Medical Officer monitors the operations channel during rapid intervention situations to coordinate patient delivery with the Rapid Intervention Team (RIT).
- The Fire Medical Officer coordinates injured firefighter transport with the EMS Branch and reports injuries.
Accountability Officer
- The Accountability Officer is established by the Staging Manager.
- The Accountability Officer tracks the location and times for all units in Staging, Rehab, Fire Medical, and Operations.
- The Accountability Officer determines when a responder is delayed, in-transit, or unaccounted for.
- The Accountability Officer identifies and documents the entry and exit of individual responders into the hazard zone.
Equipment Officer
- The Equipment Officer is established by the Staging Manager.
- The Equipment Officer manages all equipment related issues in Staging and requests resources directly through Base.
- The Equipment Officer maintains an accurate inventory list, a record of equipment ordered and delivered, prioritizes needs, and develops equipment inventory lists.
Branches
- Branches are considered when the span of control becomes unmanageable, the incident becomes more complex, or there are distinctly different operations.
- Branch Directors implement and control their portion of the IAP, coordinate activities within the Branch, evaluate progress, request additional resources, assign tasks to Divisions/Groups, communicate progress, and provide for safety and accountability.
Fire Branch Director
- The Fire Branch Director manages the activities of all Divisions involved in attacking the fire and those involved in evacuation.
- The Fire Branch Director reports to the IC or Operations (if staffed).
EMS Branch Director
- The EMS Branch manages triage, treatment, and transport of civilian casualties.
- The EMS Branch coordinates with the Evacuation Group and is located outside the structure, separate from Fire Medical/Rehab.
- The EMS Branch can coordinate with Logistics/Fire Medical/Rehab for continuing treatment/transport of injured personnel during the Incident.
- The EMS Branch manages Private Ambulance resources.
Air Ops Branch Director
- The Air Branch manages communication with jurisdictions providing air support (rescue operations, personnel/equipment shuttling, aerial reconnaissance).
- The Air Branch establishes suitable Landing Zones (LZ) with security personnel and coordinates all air-based activity.
- Helicopter support may be supplied by the LVMPD, medical helicopters, and/or Air Force helicopters based at Nellis.
Divisions/Groups
- Division/Group supervisors complete tactical assignments and account for all resources and personnel.
- Division/Group supervisors ensure safe operations, monitor work progress, redirect activities as necessary, and coordinate actions with related activities.
- Division/Group supervisors monitor the welfare of personnel and rotate companies through Rehab as needed.
- Division/Group supervisors request additional resources and provide progress reports.
Investigations Group Supervisor
- The Investigations Group obtains information and keys from building personnel and identifies the stairwell for FD personnel.
- The Investigations Group communicates the key pick up point.
- The Investigations Group ascends with the second company and investigates conditions on ascent and on the fire floor, checking floors below for conditions, floor plan, and occupant status.
- The Investigations Group identifies a suitable area for Staging, hooks up to the standpipe one floor below the fire floor, and stays on room air as long as possible.
- The Investigations Group reports the condition of the elevator lobby on the fire floor and establishes a Division on the fire floor prior to attack.
Rapid Intervention (RIT) Group Supervisor
- The RIT group is comprised of responders equipped to rescue other emergency workers.
- The RIT group drops off extra equipment in the staging area, orients to the floor plan, and remains in a state of readiness.
- The RIT group leaves the high-rise hose pack un-deployed and establishes a location for deployment in the Staging Area.
- The RIT group deploys upon order, starts searching for missing firefighters at the last known location, and coordinates victim with Fire Medical/Rehab upon egress.
Ventilation Group Supervisor
- The Ventilation Group directs all ventilation-related activities within the structure.
- The Ventilation Group uses the HVAC system with assistance from the Systems Control Unit.
- The Ventilation Group breaks windows only after thorough consideration and radio coordination.
- The Ventilation Group coordinates the use of multiple fans to pressurize stairwells and upper floors.
- Must especially consider ventilation in the FD stairwell due to doors being blocked open.
Evacuation Group Supervisor
- The Evacuation Group searches and evacuates all endangered or designated occupants.
- The Evacuation Group coordinates with IC to establish a containment area for evacuees.
- The Evacuation Group coordinates with the Systems Control Unit to use the Public Address system and directs occupants to the designated evacuation stairwell.
Logistics Section Chief
- The Logistics Chief provides medical aid for incident personnel and manages responder rehabilitation.
- The Logistics Chief coordinates critical incident stress debriefing, movement of injured personnel, and any needed supplies or equipment.
- The Logistics Chief participates in IAP development, forecasts resource needs, provides fuel/repairs, obtains specialized equipment or expertise, and secures needed facilities.
Lobby Control Officer
- The Lobby Control Officer uses the building communications system to address civilian occupants. The Systems Control Unit when implemented can facilitate this.
- The Lobby Control Officer pressurizes stairwells with fans when the building HVAC cannot be used.
- The Lobby Control Officer determines occupant egress to ensure a safe corridor, directing personnel to move occupants at least 200 feet from the building.
- The Lobby Control Officer distributes and utilizes elevator phones, coordinates elevator use, assigns elevator operators, and controls access points to upper floors.
- Lobby Control fulfills the duties of Logistics Section Chief until that position is filled.
Base Manager
- The base is an assembly and deployment point for personnel and equipment.
- The Base Manager verifies location of base with the Incident Commander and ensures that it is a safe distance from the building (200+ feet).
- The Base Manager determines the most effective access, directs arriving companies, and establishes safe routes to the fire building.
- The Base Manager maintains a log of apparatus, equipment, and personnel, coordinates movement of equipment through Lobby Control, and establishes equipment pools.
- The Base Manager maintains a minimum of three companies in Base, requests extra personnel, controls entry/exit, secures the perimeter (utilizing PD if necessary), and keeps companies together.
- The Base Manager parks apparatus for free movement, assembles arriving members, advises command of availability, and supplies auxiliary water to the stairwell entry point if needed.
Ground Support Manager
- Ground Support is implemented when equipment needs to be moved to Staging via stairwells or when an additional water supply is needed.
- The Ground Support Manager refills SCBA cylinders, coordinates equipment transport to the staging floor, and coordinates with Base to get auxiliary water to the stairwell entry point.
- The Ground Support Manager posts a firefighter every two floors to establish an equipment shuttle.
- The Ground Support Manager secures the wye and hose when placing an auxiliary water supply through the stairwell’s center.
- The Ground Support Manager ensures personnel have PPE (including SCBA) and provides auxiliary lighting if necessary.
Communications Unit Leader
- The Communications Unit Leader ensures effective communication between the Incident Commander and incident personnel.
- This includes portable and cellular radios and the building's sound-powered system, and spare batteries.
Planning Section Chief
- The Planning Section Chief serves as the IC’s clearinghouse for information, planning ahead and identifying resource needs.
Resource Unit
- The Resource Unit tracks information related to the control of resources, including workforce, apparatus, and agencies on scene.
- Maintains a master check-in list of personnel and resources
Situation Unit
- The Situation Unit collects and updates information regarding weather, traffic, or any other relevant data.
- Collects and updates information including Current status of the Incident, Forecast status of the Incident.
Documentation Unit
- The Documentation Unit provides a comprehensive and chronological record of the Incident activities, including reports, logs, injury reports, situation status reports, and post-incident analysis.
Technical Specialists Unit
- The Technical Specialists Unit coordinates activities and technical advice from agencies such as building engineers, elevator company representatives, structural engineers, and architects.
Finance/Administration Section Chief
- The Finance/Administration Section Chief procures services and supplies, documents all financial costs, and documents for possible cost recovery of services and/or supplies.
- They also analyze legal issues and document compensation and claims of injury.
Order of Assignment
- This section addresses the standard order of assignment for Incident Management and Tactical positions based on order of arrival, but the Incident Commander can deviate from this plan based on incident needs.
Typical First-Alarm Assignment
- The assignment includes 5 Engines, 2 Trucks, 1 Heavy/Engine, 3 Rescues, and 2 Battalion Chiefs.
- Company #1 conducts size-up, establishes Command, and designates the Base channel, and becomes the Investigations Group.
- Companies #2-4 assemble equipment, ascend to the fire floor, and assist with fire attack.
- Company #5 establishes Lobby Control.
- Company #6 ascends to the floor above the fire for recon and evacuation, becoming a Division.
- Company #7 establishes staging two floors below the fire floor.
- Company #8 reports through staging to take up RIT position.
- Rescue #1 assumes the role of Systems Control Unit.
- Rescue #2 and #3 gather necessary equipment and ascend to Staging to assume Fire Medical.
- Battalion #1 assumes Command and establishes a Command Post.
- Battalion #2 assumes the Deputy IC role.
Recycle/On Deck System
- Critical for high-rise incidents to maintain uninterrupted water flow.
- Division Supervisors use the "On Deck / Recycle" system to maintain a steady flow of water.
- Crews rotate through the nozzle while fresh crews are brought in, replace cylinders and rehydrate.
Typical Second Alarm Upgrades
- The upgrades include 5 Engines, 2 Trucks, 1 Heavy/Engine, 3 Rescues, 2 Battalion Chiefs, and an Air Resource Unit.
- The first arriving company establishes Base.
- Incident Commanders deploy resources based on tactical needs.
- Four companies go to Staging, two companies establish the Evacuations Group, one company supplements RIT, and one company supplements Lobby.
- Rescues can be used to staff the EMS Branch.
- Battalion #1 leads Fire Branch, Battalion #2 is Deputy for the Fire Branch Director, and Battalion #3 & 4 assume Incident Command and Logistics Section.
Typical 3rd and Subsequent Alarm Upgrades
- The upgrades include 3 Engines, 1 Truck, and 1 Rescue.
- Incident Commanders deploy resources based on the tactical needs of the incident.
- Battalion #3 may assume leadership of the Operations (Ops) Section.
- Battalion #4 may assume the role of Deputy Operations Chief.
- Deputy Chief #1 assumes Command.
Communications Plan
- The Communications Plan improves overall communications within the Incident, outlining who will talk with whom and on which channels.
- Second alarm and subsequent units respond on the Base Channel.
- The flow of Personnel and Equipment through control points takes place on the Logistics (Log) Channel.
- Additional channels may be necessary for different Divisions and Groups.
Communications Plan for First Alarm Units by Assignment
- Company #1 establishes Command and then establishes the appropriate Division on the fire floor.
- Companies #2-4 are assigned to Investigations/Division.
- Company #5 establishes Lobby Control.
- Company #6 establishes the appropriate Division on the floor above the fire.
- Company #7 establishes the Staging area.
- Company #8 establishes RIT.
- Rescue #1 establishes the Systems Control Unit.
- Rescue #2 establishes Fire Medical in the staging area.
- First Full Engine Company establishes Base.
- Evacuation Group maintains communications with the IC, Ops, or Fire Branch on the Ops channel.
- EMS Branch establishes the EMS Branch on channel designated.
Evacuations
- Evacuation requires a coordinated effort.
- Select a stairwell dedicated to evacuation, announcing it via radio and the public address system.
- Coordinate with Command to determine the marshalling point for evacuees, either a safe location within the building or outside the building at least 200’ from any falling debris.
- Considerations include beginning in the immediate fire area, directing evacuees to an area of safe refuge, and concentrating on stairways, hallways, and elevator lobbies above the fire floor.
- Utilize the PA system in the fire control room.
Primary Search Markings
- Markings include a forward slash on the door, the unit number approximately 1/3 of the way down from the top of the forward slash.
Secondary Search Markings
- Secondary search markings include any additional live victims are found, the secondary search team will make a notation indicating where they have been evacuated to.
Firefighter Injury/Illness
- SNFO Mayday and Emergency Traffic procedures shall be followed based upon the urgency of the situation.
Accountability
- Accountability is everyone’s responsibility.
- Passports provide no benefit if they become trapped or missing along with the people in trouble.
- The passport system identifies exactly who is trapped or missing.
- Command/Operations/Branches maintain strategic accountability, tracking crews and Divisions/Groups by location and function on a tactical worksheet.
- Division/Group supervisors are responsible for tactical accountability.
Tactical Worksheets
- Tactical Work Sheets should record the following data:
- Resource status
- Resource assignment
- Resource-tracking accountability
- Simple drawing of the incident area or occupancy and assigned resources
- Tactical priority checklist and a list of standard benchmarks for completion
Personnel Accountability Report (PAR)
- The Personnel Accountability Report (PAR) involves accounting for all personnel assigned to crews and Division/Groups.
- The PAR is a confirmation that all members are accounted for and have an adequate exit air supply.
Incident Command Staffing and Communications Plan
- Battalion Chief #1 takes Command (Ops Channel) from the initial IC.
- Battalion Chief #2 assumes the Deputy/Logistics role.
- IC establishes the Logistics Channel upon arrival of the Deputy IC (BC #2).
- At the very least, the IC will need to communicate either face-to-face, or via radio (Command Channel) with the following units:
- Fire Branch
- EMS Branch
- Logistics
- Dispatch Center
Incident Command Checklist
- Strategic Objectives of the Incident Commander include:
- Ensure safety of emergency personnel and public
- Limit loss of life
- Limit property damage
- Utilize resources efficiently and effectively
- Ensure adequate fire-ground communication
- Ensure prompt and orderly demobilization
- Command must staff and position personnel in the command area to assist with managing communications on the Ops channel, Logs channel, EMS channel, and Command channel (if established)
Investigations Group Checklist
- It is important for those initial crews on the fire floor to understand that this plan is designed to support the placement of a single handline.
Staging Checklist
- The staging area is a marshalling point (usually 2 floors below the fire) for equipment and manpower to facilitate quick and easy deployment to the fire area.
Rehab Checklist
- Manages all firefighter-related rehabilitation issues in staging.
Fire Medical Checklist
- Manages all firefighter-related EMS issues in staging.
Accountability Officer Checklist
- Establishes accountability and tracks location and times for all units in Staging, Rehab, Fire Medical, and Operations.
Equipment Officer Checklist
- Manages all equipment-related issues in staging.
RIT Checklist
- Designated by Command from first-arriving units.
Lobby Checklist
- Manages the lobby area.
Systems Control Unit Checklist
- Monitors and reports findings from the alarm panel.
Base Checklist
- Directs all companies arriving on scene and being assigned to the incident.
- Ensures that resources are requested through dispatch before they are needed.
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This quiz covers essential procedures and safety protocols for managing high-rise incidents, including helicopter access, roles of branch directors and supervisors, initial investigative actions, RIT deployment, ventilation strategies, and resource management.
