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In the case of a structure fire with an active fire alarm (AFA), where should Station #24 companies report if the AFA location is unknown?
In the case of a structure fire with an active fire alarm (AFA), where should Station #24 companies report if the AFA location is unknown?
If a medical emergency occurs in the main building, and the location is unknown to response personnel, where should companies report?
If a medical emergency occurs in the main building, and the location is unknown to response personnel, where should companies report?
For a structure fire without an active fire alarm (AFA), and the location is known by responders, where should Station #24 companies report?
For a structure fire without an active fire alarm (AFA), and the location is known by responders, where should Station #24 companies report?
In the event of a structure fire, regardless of whether an AFA is active, what is the initial action for Station #24 companies if the location of the fire is unknown?
In the event of a structure fire, regardless of whether an AFA is active, what is the initial action for Station #24 companies if the location of the fire is unknown?
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For a structure fire with an active fire alarm (AFA), and the location of the AFA is known by responders, where should Station #24 companies report?
For a structure fire with an active fire alarm (AFA), and the location of the AFA is known by responders, where should Station #24 companies report?
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After arriving at the designated reporting point for a medical emergency, what is the next step for response personnel?
After arriving at the designated reporting point for a medical emergency, what is the next step for response personnel?
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What is the primary purpose of reporting to the main fire alarm/security room in the event of a structure fire?
What is the primary purpose of reporting to the main fire alarm/security room in the event of a structure fire?
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For a structure fire without an active fire alarm (AFA), and the location of the fire is known by responders, what is the primary reporting point?
For a structure fire without an active fire alarm (AFA), and the location of the fire is known by responders, what is the primary reporting point?
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What should the initial attacking crew do after determining the area of activation?
What should the initial attacking crew do after determining the area of activation?
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Where should the backup attack lines be laid if possible and practical?
Where should the backup attack lines be laid if possible and practical?
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What is the primary responsibility of the second arriving engine company?
What is the primary responsibility of the second arriving engine company?
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What is the role of the Shift Commander upon arrival at the scene?
What is the role of the Shift Commander upon arrival at the scene?
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What unique challenges do the Sears parking garages present during emergencies?
What unique challenges do the Sears parking garages present during emergencies?
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What guideline must emergency activities follow in elevated parking buildings?
What guideline must emergency activities follow in elevated parking buildings?
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What type of clothing and equipment should investigating crews from Station #24 be equipped with?
What type of clothing and equipment should investigating crews from Station #24 be equipped with?
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Which of the following relates specifically to the operations of the fire command in the context of this document?
Which of the following relates specifically to the operations of the fire command in the context of this document?
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Which building is located at 3333 Beverly Road?
Which building is located at 3333 Beverly Road?
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In the event of an emergency at the Sears Complex, where should companies report if the location is unknown?
In the event of an emergency at the Sears Complex, where should companies report if the location is unknown?
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What is the purpose of dividing the Sears Complex into four areas?
What is the purpose of dividing the Sears Complex into four areas?
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What is the revision number for this SOG document?
What is the revision number for this SOG document?
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What is the intended audience for this SOG document?
What is the intended audience for this SOG document?
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What is the 'Re-evaluation Date' for this SOG document?
What is the 'Re-evaluation Date' for this SOG document?
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What does the acronym 'SOG' stand for in this document?
What does the acronym 'SOG' stand for in this document?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Sears Day Care Building?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Sears Day Care Building?
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Study Notes
Hoffman Estates Fire Department Standard Operating Guidelines
Sears Complex
- The Sears Complex has been divided into four areas for emergency responses:
- Sears Day Care Building (5334 Sears Parkway)
- Three freestanding parking structures (exact locations to be determined using preplan area locations)
- Main Building (3333 Beverly Road)
- All Other Grounds and Roadways
- Companies responding to emergencies are to report directly to the involved location or staging area until further direction
Emergency Operations Relating to the Main Building
- Medical Emergency Guidelines:
- Report to the primary entrance closest to the emergency location
- If location unknown, report to the main entrance at the first floor center access between Building B and Building C
- Structure Fire Guidelines (Initial Activities):
- Report of a structure fire without an AFA:
- If location known, report to the primary entrance closest to the fire
- If location unknown, report to the main entrance and then to the main fire alarm/security room
- Report of a structure fire with an AFA:
- If AFA location known, report to the primary entrance closest to the AFA
- If AFA location unknown, report to the main entrance and then to the main fire alarm/security room
- Report of a structure fire without an AFA:
Structure Fire Guidelines (Additional Activities)
- Once the area of activation has been determined:
- Crews from Station #24 or first arriving companies are to investigate the cause of the alarm using the closest available stairwell
- Investigating companies must be equipped with full protective clothing and SCBAs
- The initial attack line is to be attached to the closest available standpipe to the fire
- Backup attack lines are to be laid from the floor below the fire floor (if possible and practical) or to the second nearest standpipe connection on the fire floor
- The building's sprinkler and standpipe siamese is to be supplied by the second arriving engine company
- The Shift Commander is to report directly to the fire command located in Building B to coordinate activities and control smoke evacuation systems
Sears Parking Garages
- Emergency activities must follow the Target Hazard Guideline 03 Elevated Parking Buildings
- Unusual problems in the parking garages include:
- Size of the buildings
- Type of construction
- Lack of overhead clearance
- Standpipe systems within the structures
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Standard Operating Guidelines for the Hoffman Estates Fire Department, specifically for target hazards at the Sears Complex. Effective as of January 1, 2022, and NIMS compliant.
