Incident Command and Initial Radio Report Quiz
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Incident Command and Initial Radio Report Quiz

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What is one of the responsibilities of the first arriving aerial company?

  • Equipment maintenance
  • Traffic control
  • Medical assessments
  • Utility control (correct)

    • What should the Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) primarily consist of?

  • At least two firefighters
  • At least five firefighters
  • At least three firefighters (correct)
  • At least four firefighters

    • Which task is NOT typically included in truck company operations?

  • Fire hydrant maintenance (correct)
  • Ventilation
  • Elevated streams
  • Search and rescue

    • What action should be taken by the first on-deck company regarding their duties?

    <p>Assume duties as RIT</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following items is essential for establishing a Rapid Intervention Team area?

    <p>RIT bag</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are additional chief officers expected to do?

    <p>Support the Incident Commander</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following tasks should NOT be included in RIT operations?

    <p>Delayed entry into the hot zone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the first arriving aerial company prepare for its operations?

    <p>Apparatus readiness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary responsibility of the first arriving officer at a structure fire incident?

    <p>Select the best tactical position for apparatus placement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the first arriving apparatus include in the Initial Radio Report?

    <p>Building height and occupancy type</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a part of the Initial Radio Report?

    <p>Current traffic conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Initial Incident Action Plan (IAP) include?

    <p>Task, location, and objectives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens after the announcement of the Initial Radio Report?

    <p>Additional units should Level 1 Stage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be evaluated during the Initial Radio Report?

    <p>Fire conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following refers to the strategy of a firefighting operation when faced with a fire situation?

    <p>Defensive Mode</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes the expected visible conditions during an Initial Radio Report?

    <p>Working fire or nothing showing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the highest tactical priority during search and rescue operations?

    <p>Protection of life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of a transitional attack in fire operations?

    <p>To rapidly reduce the thermal threat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method of water application is recommended when performing a transitional attack?

    <p>A solid stream from a smooth bore nozzle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the Incident Commander consider when deciding on the method of attack?

    <p>The potential for rollover and flashover</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When using a handline for a transitional attack, how should the firefighter position the stream?

    <p>At a steep angle above the neutral plane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action should NOT be used during the water stream application in a transitional attack?

    <p>A whipping action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is necessary for firefighters after performing a transitional attack?

    <p>To complete the extinguishment process inside</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key consideration for the Incident Commander before initiating interior operations?

    <p>Performing a transitional attack</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of conducting a 360° assessment of a building at a fire incident?

    <p>To identify hazards and evaluate the fire situation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following should NOT be included in a 360° assessment?

    <p>Dispatching additional units immediately</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if a structural fire cannot be viewed completely during the assessment?

    <p>Delegate someone else to view unseen parts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During a 360° assessment, what should be done about flow path locations?

    <p>Close doors and windows if a flow path is visible</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What key information should be included in a 360° follow-up radio report?

    <p>Results of the 360° assessment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If the first arriving apparatus is an engine company, where should it position itself?

    <p>Pulled past the structure or stopped short</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is essential to ensure when deploying attack lines at a fire incident?

    <p>The lines must be of sufficient size to control the fire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done regarding utilities during a 360° assessment?

    <p>Evaluate and secure utilities if necessary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the company officer prioritize when assigned to exposure protection?

    <p>Preventing fire extension to neighboring structures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step an IC should take if conditions worsen and a defensive mode is needed?

    <p>Request an evacuation of the structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During exposure protection, what should the officer evaluate regarding the main fire building?

    <p>The integrity of the main fire building</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should the IC handle the shift back to offensive operations once it is safe?

    <p>Advise the dispatcher of the strategy change</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the IC do if there is a need for additional resources during exposure protection?

    <p>Request additional companies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a critical factor that should be included in size-up for exposure protection?

    <p>Exposure structures on all sides of the involved structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions is NOT a responsibility of the IC during a structural fire incident?

    <p>Ensuring all firefighters have proper gear for protection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When a defensive mode is initiated, what must be completed after all crew members have evacuated?

    <p>A PAR (Personnel Accountability Report)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Incident Command

    • The first arriving officer or qualified personnel must establish the Incident Command (IC) position.
    • IC is responsible for selecting the best tactical position for apparatus placement, identifying uninterrupted water supply, evaluating fire conditions, and providing the Initial Radio Report (IRR) to all responding units.
    • The IRR automatically establishes that all responding units should Level 1 Stage, except for the first arriving Engine, Ladder, and Chief Officer.

    Initial Radio Report

    • The first arriving apparatus must provide an IRR.
    • The IRR includes:
      • Building description: size, height, and occupancy type.
      • Visible conditions: nothing showing, light smoke, working fire, defensive fire.
      • Initial incident action plan (IAP): task, location, and objective(s)
      • Declaration of strategy: Investigative Mode, Offensive Mode, Defensive Mode.
      • Assume and name incident command (IC).

    360° Assessment

    • The first arriving apparatus must conduct a 360° assessment of the building.
    • The assessment includes:
      • Identifying known rescue or potential known rescue problems.
      • Identifying flow path locations.
      • Locating the fire and its extent.
      • Determining building size, age, and construction type.
      • Assessing structural stability.
      • Identifying any additional hazards.
      • Considering securing utilities.

    360° Follow-up Radio Report

    • After the 360° assessment, the first arriving apparatus should provide a follow-up radio report.
    • It should include:
      • Results of the 360° assessment.
      • Reaffirmed Risk vs Benefit Analysis.
      • Any changes to the IAP.
      • First arriving apparatus geographical location (Alpha, Bravo, Charlie, Delta).

    Engine Company Responsibilities

    • The first arriving engine company should position the apparatus with consideration for an aerial device in front of the structure.
    • They should deploy attack line(s) of sufficient size to control the fire and ensure an uninterrupted water supply is established.
    • They should prepare to perform truck company operations such as search and rescue, ventilation, forcible entry, laddering, salvage, overhaul, elevated streams, lighting and utility control.

    Aerial Operations

    • The first arriving apparatus should prepare for aerial operations by engaging the aerial master PTO and deploying outriggers.

    Rapid Intervention Team (RIT)

    • The First On-deck company assigned by command should assume the duties of the RIT.
    • RITs should be assigned by IC as soon as feasible following the entry of personnel into the hot zone.
    • RITs must be comprised of at least three firefighters.
    • RITs should immediately establish an area to accumulate necessary equipment (RIT bag, exit locator light, etc.)
    • All RIT operations should be in accordance with SFD.030 (Rapid Intervention Teams).

    Additional Chief Officers

    • Additional Chief officers should support the IC in roles such as:
      • Division supervisor
      • Group supervisor
      • Accountability officer
      • Resource officer
      • Staging officer
      • Support Officer (Command aide).
    • A realistic victim survivability profile should be made before initiating search and rescue operations.

    Protection of Life

    • Protection of life is the highest tactical priority.
    • The IC should consider that fire suppression might be the best course of action to improve the survivability of victims and firefighters.
    • The IC can reduce the thermal threat and limit the growth of the fire by providing extended time to affect a rescue.

    Transitional attack

    • This attack method rapidly reduces the thermal threat in the interior of the structure and cools the environment for occupants and firefighters.
    • The IC should consider if a knock down from a hand line is sufficient or if a master stream is needed.
    • If a hand line is sufficient, a solid stream from a smooth bore nozzle or a straight stream from a fog nozzle should be flowed into the upper portion of the room through the opening from which the fire is issuing.
    • The stream should be at a steep angle pointed towards the ceiling and below the neutral plane.
    • The IC should ensure that ventilation is being coordinated with suppression activities.

    Exposure Protection

    • The company officer assigned to exposure protection must prevent fire from extending to neighboring structures or other spaces within the fire building.
    • The officer should consider exposure structures on all sides of the involved structure and evaluate the integrity of the main fire building.
    • They should coordinate operations with all crews operating on the main fire building and secure water supply for exposure suppression lines.
    • Additional companies should be requested if more resources are needed.

    Change in Strategy - Strategic Shift

    • If the IC determines conditions have deteriorated to the point that a defensive mode is needed, they should request an evacuation of the structure and have the dispatcher alert all units of the strategy change via a radio alert tone.
    • After all crewmembers have evacuated the structure, the IC should complete PAR.
    • When the IC determines it is safe to return to an offensive mode, they should contact the dispatcher and advise them of the strategy change.

    Utility Control

    • Utility control should be considered and completed as soon as possible.

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    Test your knowledge on the procedures for establishing Incident Command and providing the Initial Radio Report (IRR) at fire incidents. This quiz covers key elements like tactical positions, Incident Action Plans (IAP), and strategy declaration. Perfect for first responders and emergency management students.

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