98 Questions
What is the primary purpose of Area Command?
To manage a major or complex incident that requires additional Command Staff
What is the function of a Base in an incident?
The location where personnel coordinate and administer logistic functions for an incident
What is the role of a Base Area Manager?
To track and deploy the resources located at the Base
What characterizes Type I (Fire Resistive) building construction types?
Fire walls, structural elements, walls, arches, floors, and roofs are of approved noncombustible or limited-combustible materials with greater fire resistance ratings than Type II
What distinguishes Type II (Non-Combustible) building construction types?
Fire walls, structural elements, walls, arches, floors, and roofs are of approved noncombustible or limited-combustible materials with less fire resistance ratings than Type I
What is the Fire Flow Formula by the National Fire Academy?
Length × width÷3 × % involved
What does the designation 'Working Fire' indicate?
The fire that requires the use of all first alarm units
What does 'Water on the fire' indicate?
The company has located the fire source and is applying water to contain and extinguish the fire
When is 'Fire Out' indicated?
When overhaul operations are complete.
What happens to lightweight construction after being exposed to fire for 3 minutes?
It becomes unstable and firefighters must be cautious about its combined effects
'Emergency Traffic' is used for what purpose?
To communicate imminent danger to personnel and can be requested by any company with urgent communication needs
'Fire under Control' indicates what achievement?
That the Fire Attack company has confined the fire, prevented further extension, and protected threatened exposures.
What does 'Incident Action Plan (IAP)' contain?
Objectives, tactics, and support activities for a planned operational period, typically 12 to 24 hours.
What are some examples of building construction types mentioned in the text?
Type III (Ordinary), Type IV (Heavy Timber), and Type V (Wood Frame)
What is the primary purpose of Area Command?
To manage a major or complex incident that requires additional Command Staff
What distinguishes Type II (Non-Combustible) building construction types?
Fire walls, structural elements, walls, arches, floors, and roofs are of approved noncombustible or limited-combustible materials with less fire resistance ratings than Type I
'Fire Out' is indicated when?
'Fire Out' is indicated when the fire is completely extinguished
What does 'Incident Action Plan (IAP)' contain?
A comprehensive plan that outlines the general objectives for managing an incident
What characterizes Type I (Fire Resistive) building construction types?
The fire walls, structural elements, walls, arches, floors, and roofs are of approved noncombustible or limited-combustible materials with greater fire resistance ratings than Type II
What is the formula for the Fire Flow Formula by the National Fire Academy?
Length × width÷3 × % involved
What does a 'Working Fire' designation indicate?
A fire that requires the use of all first alarm units
'Fire under Control' indicates what achievement?
The fire has been confined, prevented further extension, and protected threatened exposures
What happens to lightweight construction after being exposed to fire for 3 minutes?
It becomes unstable and may collapse
What characterizes Type III (Ordinary) building construction types?
Constructed with non-combustible materials such as concrete or steel.
What is used to communicate imminent danger to personnel?
Emergency Traffic
What does Guide 111 in the DOT ERG recommend as an initial isolation zone when a hazard is unknown?
100 meters in all directions
When is an Incident Action Plan typically structured for?
12 to 24 hours operational period
Which organizational levels are included in incident management?
Branch, Division, and Unit
What does a 'Working Fire' designation indicate?
A fire that requires the use of all first alarm units
'Water on the fire' indicates what action?
The company has located the fire source and is applying water to contain and extinguish the fire
'Fire under Control' indicates what achievement?
The Fire Attack company has confined the fire, prevented further extension, and protected threatened exposures
What is the primary purpose of Area Command?
To manage a major or complex incident that requires additional Command Staff
What characterizes Type I (Fire Resistive) building construction types?
Approved noncombustible or limited-combustible materials with greater fire resistance ratings than Type II
'Fire under Control' indicates what achievement?
The fire is contained but not completely extinguished
'Incident Action Plan (IAP)' contains what?
Objectives, strategies, and tactics for managing the incident
What does the term 'Branch' refer to in incident management?
Organizational level responsible for major parts of the incident operations
How are branches identified in incident management?
By the use of Roman Numerals or by functional area.
In Type III (Ordinary) construction, what are the interior structural elements, walls, arches, floors, and roofs made of?
Wood of smaller dimensions than required for Type IV construction or approved noncombustible/limited-combustible materials
What distinguishes Type III (Ordinary) building construction types from Type IV construction?
Use of wood of smaller dimensions than required for Type IV construction
What type of materials are used for fire walls, exterior walls, and interior bearing walls in Type IV (Heavy Timber) construction?
Approved noncombustible or limited-combustible materials
What are the requirements for other interior structural elements, arches, floors, and roofs in Type IV (Heavy Timber) construction?
Solid or laminated wood without concealed spaces
What materials are used for the structural elements in Type V (Wood Frame) construction?
Entirely or partially wood or other approved material
What is a Command Officer?
A single unit resource at the rank of EMS Captain or higher
Who do Command Staff report directly to?
Incident Commander
Which position is part of the Command Staff?
All of the above
Which position is NOT a part of the Command Staff?
Incident Commander
What are the five major functional areas of the ICS?
Command, Operations, Planning, Logistics, Finance/Administration
What does the STEALTH acronym stand for in incident management?
Set Time, Tone, Execution, Analyze, Lessons, Transfer lessons learned, High note
What is the first step in the STEALTH acronym?
Set Time
What is the purpose of the 'High note' in the STEALTH acronym?
To end the incident on a positive and productive note
What is the responsibility of the Logistics Section Chief in incident management?
Providing facilities, services, and materials for the incident response
What is the primary role of the Planning Section Chief in incident management?
Collecting, evaluating, and disseminating tactical information related to the incident
What is the main difference between Strike Team and Task Force in incident management?
Resources of the same kind and type vs. resources of different kinds and/or types
What is the responsibility of the Operations Section Chief in incident management?
In charge of all resources and conducts tactical operations to carry out the plan
What distinguishes a Strike Team from a Task Force in incident management?
Strike Team consists of resources of the same kind and type, while Task Force consists of resources of different kinds and/or types
What is the primary responsibility of the Planning Section Chief in incident management?
Collecting, evaluating, and disseminating tactical information related to the incident
What is the main purpose of establishing Divisions and Groups in incident management?
Maintain the span of control and describe functional areas of operation
What does the 10-minute timeframe in contemporary strategies for interior operations during marginal conditions primarily rely on?
How long a building will stay together
What is the responsibility of the Logistics Section Chief in incident management?
Providing facilities, services, and materials for the incident response
What is the period of time considered one of the most dangerous during an incident?
Transition from an Offensive to a Defensive mode of operation
What is the responsibility of the Logistics Section Chief in incident management?
Providing facilities, services, and materials for the incident response
What does the period of time when changing from an Offensive to a Defensive mode of operation indicate?
One of the most dangerous times of an incident
What is the primary role of the Planning Section Chief in incident management?
Collecting, evaluating, and disseminating tactical information related to the incident
What distinguishes a Strike Team from a Task Force in incident management?
Resources of the same kind and type
What is the responsibility of the Planning Section Chief in incident management?
Developing and documenting Incident Action Plans (IAP's)
What does the period of time when changing from an Offensive to a Defensive mode of operation indicate?
One of the most dangerous times of an incident
What type of structures are required to mark the use of light-frame truss-type construction?
Multi-unit residential structures of three units or more
Who approves the sign or symbol to mark the structure with light-frame truss-type construction?
State Fire Marshal
What is the purpose of marking structures with light-frame truss-type construction?
To warn against structural weaknesses
What do tactical priorities provide at an incident?
A list and an order of priority for dealing with critical concerns
During a Primary Search, why should firefighters shut the doors of uninvolved rooms?
All of the above
Which factors influence potential exposures?
All of the above
What is a key influence on potential exposures at a fire incident?
Radiant heat
Up to how many feet from the fire is a building generally classified as an exposure?
30 feet
When should the Formal AAR be scheduled?
Within 30-90 days after the incident
What is the primary entity responsible for forming and managing a Local or Regional (Type 4 or 5) IMT?
City or county
What type of incidents are Local or Regional (Type 4 or 5) IMTs usually formed for?
Expanded incidents
How many personnel typically make up a Local or Regional IMT Type 4 or 5?
7-10 personnel
What is the primary function of a Type 2 IMT?
To respond to a wide range of all-hazard or wildland incidents
What is the typical team size for a Type 2 IMT?
20-35 personnel
What is the typical team size for a Type 1 IMT?
35-50 personnel
In which situations would a Type 1 IMT be deployed?
Incidents requiring a large number of resources over multiple operational periods
What is the primary function of a Type 1 IMT?
Manage incidents of national significance and those requiring a large number of resources
How many Type 1 IMTs are currently in existence?
18
What is the typical team size for a Type 3 IMT?
10-35 trained personnel
What is the primary responsibility of the Planning Section Chief in incident management?
Developing the Incident Action Plan (IAP)
The person in charge of a each branch is called?
Director
The person in charge of the Division is designated as a ?
supervisor
General Staff is Defined as ?
A group of incident personnel organized according to function and reporting to the Incident Commander or Unified Command. The ICS General Staff consists of the:
The ICS General Staff consists of the: a. Operations Section Chief b. Planning Section Chief c. Logistics Section Chief d. Finance/Administration Section Chief e. Intelligence/Investigations Section Chief (if established)
True
There are four (4) possible positions in the Command Staff: a. Incident Safety Officer (ISO) – This individual monitors safety conditions and develops measures for assuring the safety of all assigned personnel. Others will serve as Assistant Safety Officers. b. Public Information Officer (PIO) – Point of contact for media or others seeking information. Only one PIO per incident. Others will serve as assistants. c. Liaison Officer – This person coordinates with all of the agencies that are involved with the incident.
True
Intelligence/Investigations functions are typically performed by staff in the Operations and Planning Sections.
True
In consideration, every officer should ask four questions regarding command presence: i. Do you look like you are in control? ii. Do you carry yourself like you have the ability to resolve the issue? iii. Do you act like you are in control? iv. Do you speak like you are in control?
True
Aldridge-Benge Firefighter Safety Act?
The Aldridge-Benge Firefighter Safety Act became law on December 13, 2009. The Aldridge-Benge Firefighter Safety Act was named in honor of Orange County firefighters Todd Aldridge and Mark Benge, who died in 1989 after the truss roof of a gift shop collapsed.
True
BELOW [(for initial situation evaluation (size up)]?
True
The Incident Commander should prioritize available resources to accomplish (the first five are listed in priority order):
- Rescue
- Exposures
- Confine
- Extinguishment 5 .Overhaul
True
There is only one Base per incident.
True
The perimeter is the most distant control point or boundary of the incident.
- It is used to restrict all public access to the incident.
- When initially determining the perimeter boundaries, it is better to overestimate the size than to underestimate.
True
Study Notes
Building Construction Types and Firefighting Procedures Summary
- Building construction types include Type III (Ordinary), Type IV (Heavy Timber), and Type V (Wood Frame) with specific materials and structural requirements for each type.
- Incident management organizational levels include Branch, Division, and Unit, each with specific responsibilities and organizational placement within the Operations Section.
- Emergency Traffic is used to communicate imminent danger to personnel and can be requested by any company with urgent communication needs.
- The Fire Flow Formula by the National Fire Academy is calculated as Length × width÷3 × % involved.
- The Incident Action Plan (IAP) contains objectives, tactics, and support activities for a planned operational period, typically 12 to 24 hours, and is structured into five major functional areas within the Incident Command System (ICS).
- A "Working Fire" designation indicates a fire that requires the use of all first alarm units.
- "Water on the fire" indicates that the company has located the fire source and is applying water to contain and extinguish the fire.
- "Fire under Control" indicates that the Fire Attack company has confined the fire, prevented further extension, and protected threatened exposures.
- "Fire Out" indicates that overhaul operations are complete, and water application should be directed into the fire compartment, utilizing a solid or straight stream for no longer than 15 seconds.
- Lightweight construction becomes unstable after being exposed to fire for 3 minutes, and firefighters must be cautious about the combined effects of lightweight construction components.
- The perimeter is the furthest control point of an incident used to restrict public access.
- Guide 111 in the DOT ERG recommends an initial isolation zone of 100 meters in all directions when a hazard is unknown.
Building Construction Types and Firefighting Procedures Summary
- Building construction types include Type III (Ordinary), Type IV (Heavy Timber), and Type V (Wood Frame) with specific materials and structural requirements for each type.
- Incident management organizational levels include Branch, Division, and Unit, each with specific responsibilities and organizational placement within the Operations Section.
- Emergency Traffic is used to communicate imminent danger to personnel and can be requested by any company with urgent communication needs.
- The Fire Flow Formula by the National Fire Academy is calculated as Length × width÷3 × % involved.
- The Incident Action Plan (IAP) contains objectives, tactics, and support activities for a planned operational period, typically 12 to 24 hours, and is structured into five major functional areas within the Incident Command System (ICS).
- A "Working Fire" designation indicates a fire that requires the use of all first alarm units.
- "Water on the fire" indicates that the company has located the fire source and is applying water to contain and extinguish the fire.
- "Fire under Control" indicates that the Fire Attack company has confined the fire, prevented further extension, and protected threatened exposures.
- "Fire Out" indicates that overhaul operations are complete, and water application should be directed into the fire compartment, utilizing a solid or straight stream for no longer than 15 seconds.
- Lightweight construction becomes unstable after being exposed to fire for 3 minutes, and firefighters must be cautious about the combined effects of lightweight construction components.
- The perimeter is the furthest control point of an incident used to restrict public access.
- Guide 111 in the DOT ERG recommends an initial isolation zone of 100 meters in all directions when a hazard is unknown.
Building Construction Types and Firefighting Procedures Summary
- Building construction types include Type III (Ordinary), Type IV (Heavy Timber), and Type V (Wood Frame) with specific materials and structural requirements for each type.
- Incident management organizational levels include Branch, Division, and Unit, each with specific responsibilities and organizational placement within the Operations Section.
- Emergency Traffic is used to communicate imminent danger to personnel and can be requested by any company with urgent communication needs.
- The Fire Flow Formula by the National Fire Academy is calculated as Length × width÷3 × % involved.
- The Incident Action Plan (IAP) contains objectives, tactics, and support activities for a planned operational period, typically 12 to 24 hours, and is structured into five major functional areas within the Incident Command System (ICS).
- A "Working Fire" designation indicates a fire that requires the use of all first alarm units.
- "Water on the fire" indicates that the company has located the fire source and is applying water to contain and extinguish the fire.
- "Fire under Control" indicates that the Fire Attack company has confined the fire, prevented further extension, and protected threatened exposures.
- "Fire Out" indicates that overhaul operations are complete, and water application should be directed into the fire compartment, utilizing a solid or straight stream for no longer than 15 seconds.
- Lightweight construction becomes unstable after being exposed to fire for 3 minutes, and firefighters must be cautious about the combined effects of lightweight construction components.
- The perimeter is the furthest control point of an incident used to restrict public access.
- Guide 111 in the DOT ERG recommends an initial isolation zone of 100 meters in all directions when a hazard is unknown.
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