Staging Levels

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What is a primary consideration for Fire Rescue personnel when selecting a Level I Staging site during a violent incident?

Rapid departure capability (correct)

Visibility of the incident

Proximity to the incident

Line of sight to the incident

What should Fire Rescue units NOT do when responding to an incident scene?

Drive through the Exclusion Zone (correct)

Stage at least two blocks from the incident

Stage out of line-of-sight

Maintain radio communications

How should units stage during high-rise incidents?

On the floor of the fire incident

Two floors below the fire (correct)

At the main entrance of the building

At the roof level of the building

Which staging level is typically used for violent incidents?

Level I Staging (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the ranking Company Officer regarding staging at a remote location?

To ensure a safe location to the best of their ability (C) Signup and view all the answers

When deploying resources, what is one of the key factors to avoid during multiple unit responses?

Planning the route carefully (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a crucial aspect of ensuring resource accountability during a violent incident?

Maintaining radio communications with dispatch (D) Signup and view all the answers

How far should all other units stage from the incident?

Approximately two blocks (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key responsibility of the Staging Area Manager?

To document and track all resources (A) Signup and view all the answers

In which situation should Level 2 Staging be established?

Multiple alarm incidents (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical distance of Level 2 Staging from an incident?

Several blocks from the incident (D) Signup and view all the answers

How many parking spaces are required for each fire apparatus in a Level 2 Staging area?

Eight parking spaces (A) Signup and view all the answers

Who should personnel fulfilling Incident Command positions report to?

The Incident Commander (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is an important aspect of the layout for a Level 2 Staging area?

It should have adequate access and traffic flow patterns. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the preferred approach for appointing a Staging Area Manager in Level 2 Staging?

To assign a single resource unit or one person off an apparatus (A) Signup and view all the answers

What should be established to ensure a safe staging area layout?

Guidelines for resource placement (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the primary responsibilities of the Staging Area Manager?

Establish a check-in procedure to maintain accountability of units, personnel, and equipment (A) Signup and view all the answers

To whom does the Staging Area Manager report directly?

Incident Commander or Operations Section Chief (A) Signup and view all the answers

What must the Staging Area Manager do if additional resources are required?

Request additional resources through the Incident Commander or Operations Section Chief (D) Signup and view all the answers

When responding to a fire incident, which unit is not part of the first due apparatus response?

The second due Rescue unit (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a crucial consideration for Fire Rescue personnel when selecting a site for Level 1 Staging during fire incidents?

Engines should stage at a hydrant in close proximity to the incident (A) Signup and view all the answers

What should happen to all units not listed as first due apparatus responding to a fire incident?

Proceed to Level 1 Staging (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is involved in the resource accountability procedure for units leaving Staging?

Recording the time and destination of every unit leaving Staging (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is an essential feature for a hydrant where engines are staged during a fire incident?

It should be flushed to ensure it is operational (A) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Level 2 Staging Overview

Level 2 Staging is typically located several blocks away from the incident scene.
This area must be spacious enough to accommodate all anticipated units, often utilizing large parking lots.
An estimate of eight parking spaces is required for each fire apparatus in the staging area.
Proper layout includes safe access and egress routes along with organized traffic flow patterns.

Situations Requiring Level 2 Staging

Established for multiple alarm incidents.
Activated for Mass Casualty Incidents (MCI) at level 2 or greater.
Required for aircraft incidents classified as Alert III Index Level.
Necessary for any incident that necessitates coordinated placement of multiple resources.

Personnel Management

Personnel fulfilling Incident Command and General staff roles must report directly to the Incident Commander instead of the staging area.
The Staging Area Manager (or Base Area Manager in High-Rise) is designated to track and document resources effectively.
Ideally, one person from a resource unit should serve as the Staging Area Manager instead of deploying an entire unit.

High-Rise Incident Staging Protocol

For high-rise incidents, staging should occur two floors below the fire area.
A check-in protocol is crucial to maintain accountability for units and equipment.
All unit operations within the staging area are supervised and coordinated.
Requests for additional resources are relayed through the Incident Commander or Operations Section Chief.

Violent Incidents and Staging

In violent incidents, Level I Staging is common, but Level II may be necessary as per situation assessments.
Important considerations for staging include:
- A location at least two blocks away from the incident.
- Avoiding line-of-sight visibility.
- Ensuring rapid departure capability if required.
The ranking Company Officer is responsible for confirming the safety of remote staging locations per law enforcement requests.

Guidelines for Fire Incidents

Certain units are required to respond directly to fire incidents including:
- First due apparatus with a fire pump (e.g., Engine, Aerial).
- First due Rescue unit.
- First due EMS Captain and Battalion Chief.
Other responding units should go to Level 1 Staging.
For Level 1 Staging, Engines should be positioned near a hydrant, which must be checked for operational status.

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