Incident Management System Overview

Seat belts worn all the time = Always ensure safety in a vehicle Headlights on = Illuminate the path during emergency response Traffic cones placement = Used for safety when parked near traffic Use of left lane = Preferable during emergency responses

Must be 18 = Age requirement for driving Class B License = Required for vehicles over 26,000 lbs Certified driving record = Must be from DPS for the last 5 years Complete emergency vehicle competency course = Necessary training for driving emergency vehicles

Park at a 45-degree angle = Enhances visibility and safety Second engine position upstream = Protects the scene by keeping vehicles away Take incident lane plus 1 = Increases safety for responders Use of spotter = Helps manage traffic safely

<p>Life Safety = Prioritize safety of occupants Fire protection features = Includes alarms and sprinkler systems Construction features = Important for assessing fire spread risk Fire load = Determines the intensity of the fire threat</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Pumping water into sprinkler system = Stabilizes the incident effectively Cut off lines using 3&quot; hose = Essential for managing fire volume Use of TED = Improves exit visibility Consider potential for collapse = Assesses building stability during fires</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Code 3 = Requesting the right of way Slow or stop at red lights = Ensures control of traffic When approaching school bus = Wait for signals to turn off or be instructed Inside compartments should be closed = Prevents distractions during operations</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Scene safety = Ensures the area is secure Traffic cones = Used to direct and protect the scene Assist with incident mitigation = Helps in reducing fire impact First in can cancel second in = If the scene is controlled</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Hills and curves = Assessment for approach and safety Exit and entrance ramps = Places of potential hazards Traffic speed = Affects response and safety measures Weather conditions = Influences operational strategies</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Fire doors = Limits fire spread within the structure Sprinkler systems = Automatic suppression of fires Strobe lights at exits = Enhances visibility during evacuations Size of occupancy = Influences resource allocation during fire responses</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Traffic speed = Impacts maneuvering and safety Weather conditions = Affects visibility and road safety Line of sight = Critical for safe navigation Use of left lane = Preferred for reducing traffic interruptions</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Level 2 Staging = Centralized staging location for resources at multiple alarm incidents Incident Base = Location for primary support activities and parking unused apparatus Base Manager = First engine on the second alarm responsible for managing base operations Rehab Manager = Reports to medical unit leader/logistics section chief</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Action Circle = 10'-15' area around a rescue vehicle Pin In = Vehicle structure is impinging on a person Entrapment = Not just an exit path but requires extrication Inverted Roof Flap = Rescue method described as Oyster or Clam shell</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Class A Uniform = Long Sleeve Buttoned Shirt with Solid Black Tie Class B Uniform = Buttoned uniform shirt without a tie or a Polo Class C Uniform = T Shirt Formal Uniform = Worn for funerals, awards, or designated by Chief Officers</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Breast Badge = Centered over the left pocket Collar Brass = Centered 3/4 of an inch above the collar's bottom edge Name Tag = Centered on the top edge of the right pocket flap Service Pin = Centered on the right pocket flap</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Pack Test = 3 miles with a 45-pound vest in 45 minutes Pro Run = A fitness evaluation task Consumption Course = 5 laps in 21:20 time NFPA 1582 = Includes 14 essential job tasks for firefighters</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Socks = Only Black, Navy, or White socks allowed Mustaches = Cannot hang down past the upper lip Sideburns = Cannot extend below the bottom of the earlobe Hair = Must not extend beyond the bottom of the collar</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Engineer = Assumes role of Rehab Manager during incidents First Engine = Responsible for tactical parking in fire incidents Officer = Assigned on the second alarm as Staging Manager Fitness Evaluations = Conducted 45 minutes to 1 hour during shifts</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Left Shoulder Patch = WFD Patch Right Shoulder Patch = EMT Patch Awards Bars = Centered on the top edge of the left pocket flap 100 Boot Allowance = Granted per year for uniformed personnel</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Box Alarm = Used when several vehicles or floors are on fire Multiple Alarm Incident = Requires establishing a staging area and incident base Staging Area = Location for resource assembly during incidents Rehab = Established to provide rest and recovery for personnel</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Thumbs Up = Turn ON the power to the unit Thumbs Down = Turn OFF the power to the unit First Arriving Unit = Parks tactically to unload equipment and block traffic Close Hose Line = Ensures safety and quick access to the incident</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Two In Two Out = Leaving two members outside the IDLH in the attack stairwell Second Alarm = Upgrade when evidence of working fire is present Staging Area = Location for Rehab and Reserve equipment Fourth Arriving Unit = Assumes Lobby Control and obtains Knox Box keys</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Hot Zone = Area only for law enforcement, no entry allowed Warm Zone = Area under law enforcement protection, entry allowed Cold Zone = Area deemed secure by law enforcement Transportation Corridor = Area used for ambulances to enter and exit</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>PPE = Head and Eye Protection required Daily Checks = Conducted each tour for equipment readiness Stabilizers = Must be stowed at the rear of the trailer Pressure Limit = Maximum between 8-12 PSI for equipment</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Tropical Storm = Sustained winds over 39 mph Chains Usage = Maximum speed is 30 MPH First In - Last Out = Personnel order for response Staffing Requirement = Stations to become self-sufficient for 48 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Type 6 Engines = Designation for brush trucks Strike Team = Group of 5 brush trucks under a leader Pumping Operations = Limit to 60 PSI at the intake Class A Foam = Add 1/2 gallon per 500 gallons to booster tank</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Limited Access = Congestion due to proximity of buildings Fire Exposure = Risk to nearby structures Water Supply = Critical factor during response Minimum Flow = 150 gpm is the standard per hand line</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Response Team = 1 Aerial, 2 Engines, 1 Battalion Chief Initial Pumping Pressure = Should be set at 150 psi to FDC Connector Hose = 50-foot section of 3” for aerial connection FDC Use = Pump water directly to the fire department connection</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>RTF Members = Theoretical minimum staffing is 2 WFD and 2 LE Crisis Site = Area for medical needs, divided into zones ALERRT Program = Training designed for law enforcement and fire response Evacuation Group = Responsible for ensuring rescue and evacuation</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Fire Control Room = Point for size up reports and coordination Exterior Report = Initial assessment from outside the building Fire Attack Stairwell = Used to gain access while managing IDLH Fire Floor = Specific floor where fire activity is present</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>E902/E901 = Includes 3 firefighters for engine response E901 = Main response vehicle designation for engine Bat901 = Chief and firefighter response designation Brush Truck = Main vehicle for non-structural responses</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Tandem Pumping = Occurs when pressure required is over 225 psi Water Supply = Third engine to assume during fire response Supplying Sprinkler = Involves connections to standpipe systems Establish Hydrant Supply = Essential for obtaining adequate water source</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>4 Engines = Required for initial response in high-rise fires 3 Aerials = Needed for access and support operations Size Up Reports = Five reports required for comprehensive assessment Pressurized Stairwells = Critical for entry operation safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Operations Section Chief = Leads the tactical response operations RIC Group = Responsible for firefighter rescue operations Backup Company = Provides support as needed during incidents Command Staff Positions = Key for effective decision-making and strategy</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ethanol-Free Fuel = Required for filling pump Seat Belts = Must be worn at all times during transport Weekly Check = Performed each Wednesday for equipment health Driver Responsibility = Only person who can hook up the trailer</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>STOP THE KILLING = Focus on preventing further threats STOP THE DYING = Priority to save injured individuals RAPID CASUALTY EVACUATION = Quickly removing casualties from danger CCP = Casualty Collection Point setup during incidents</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Branch = A supervisory level established in operations or logistics RIC = Rapid Intervention Crew Level 2 Staging = Assigned a separate radio channel for staging companies Hot Zone = Area with immediate threat to responder safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>NFPA 1561 = Emergency Services Incident Management System NFPA 1584 = Incident rehab requirements NFPA 1500 = Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health NFPA 1001 = Firefighter qualifications and training</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Command = White Operations Chief = Red Planning Section Chief = Dark Blue Logistics = Orange</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Life Safety = 1st priority Property Conservation = 3rd priority Incident Stabilization = 2nd priority Societal Restoration = 4th priority</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Investigation = Analyzing the incident scene Offensive = Fire attack and rescue operations Defensive = Protecting exposures and controlling fire spread Incident Objective = Goals set for incident response</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>First Pumper = Fire Attack Second Pumper = Backup Third Pumper = Supply water at hydrant Fourth Pumper = Level 1 Stage</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Direct Copy = Receiving a message by listening in Hot Mic = Eight to ten-second broadcast after activation Emergency Traffic = Communication prioritizing safety Tactical Withdrawal = Order to retreat from the scene</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Separated from Crew = Lost firefighter requires assistance SCBA Malfunction = Low air alarm in an IDLH atmosphere Injured/Disabled = Physically unable to escape Trapped in Debris = Firefighter pinned and requires rescue</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Hot Zone = Area with active hazards Warm Zone = Safety buffer around hot zone Cold Zone = Safety area for command and staging No Entry Zone = Area completely secured to prevent access</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>First Pumper = Fire Attack 1 Second Pumper = Fire Attack 2 Third Pumper = Water Supply Fourth Pumper = Level 1 at Hydrant</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>RIC Pack = Contains essential rescue equipment Dry Hose-line = Provides water supply for rescue efforts Thermal Imaging Camera = Used for locating firefighters in distress Radios = Communication tools for RIC personnel</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Visual Contact = Required for Two-In/Two-Out teams Announcement on Radio = Informing command of entry RIC Establishment = Safety and accountability for interior teams Maintaining Crew Responsibility = Avoiding dual assignments during rescues</p> Signup and view all the answers

A supervisory level in operations or logistics, responsible for managing a specific section.

A tactical assignment for resources that are staged for use in a division or group.

A backup team established to assist the outside team in the event of a firefighter rescue.

A team typically assigned from the first alarm complements to ensure firefighter safety during an incident.

A minimum of two firefighters entering an IDLH (Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health) atmosphere and maintaining visual or voice contact.

The area where the fire is actively burning, marked with red tape.

The area between the hot zone and the cold zone, marked with yellow tape.

The safe area outside the incident, marked with green tape.

The most immediate and important priority during an incident.

The second priority, aiming to control and stabilize the incident.

The third priority, aiming to minimize property damage.

The final priority, aiming to restore societal function.

A structured response based on the fire situation and objectives.

A term used when a firefighter needs immediate help and uses the emergency ID on their radio.

A structured response based on the fire situation and objectives.

A privilege granted to emergency vehicles allowing them to proceed through intersections without stopping, but with the understanding that caution and responsibility are paramount. It is not an absolute right.

A device used to secure a vehicle by preventing it from rolling, typically used when an emergency vehicle is parked on an incline.

The act of using traffic cones to guide traffic flow and create a safe zone around an emergency vehicle, typically placed on the traffic-side corners of the vehicle.

The essential response procedure for a second engine arriving at a highway incident, involving strategic parking and taking control of a specific lane to protect the first engine.

A critical safety procedure involving parking a vehicle at a 45-degree angle to provide visibility and a safe zone during highway incidents.

The act of using a specialized signal device, like a strobe light, to guide people in a specific direction, particularly during a fire emergency.

The process of using 3-inch hoses linked by a Y/Z bundle to shut off water supply to a fire, typically implemented during commercial fire incidents.

The initial crucial assessment of a fire situation, including the detection of fire protection features, the size of the building, and the potential danger of fire load and spread.

One of the most effective actions an engine company can take during a fire emergency, involving connecting to the building's sprinkler system to provide water pressure.

The critical aspects of a commercial fire incident, focusing on ensuring life safety and the use of fire protection features.

A designated location where fire apparatus and personnel assemble for a multiple alarm incident.

The primary location for support operations during a multiple alarm incident. It houses equipment, personnel, and provides logistical support.

The designated area where firefighters can rest, rehydrate, and receive medical attention during a major incident.

A tactical maneuver where the first arriving fire engine strategically parks to allow quick deployment of equipment, hose lines, and traffic control.

A term used to describe a situation where the vehicle structure is pressing against a trapped person, hindering their escape.

A term used to describe a situation where a person is trapped inside a vehicle, requiring rescue efforts.

The minimum standard for firefighters to maintain their physical fitness and readiness. It includes tasks like running, pack tests, and fitness evaluations.

A high-rise fire is an incident involving a building that extends at least 75 feet above the ground level where the fire department's vehicles can access. This height typically corresponds to 7 or 8 floors.

In a high-rise fire, when there's evidence of a working fire, an immediate upgrade to a Second Alarm is necessary. This increases the resources deployed.

A standard Second Alarm response for high-rise fires includes 4 engines, 3 aerial ladders, 1 WFD Battalion Chief, 1 AFD Battalion Chief, and a rescue unit (typically an extra aerial ladder) in the city.

The Two-In/Two-Out procedure in high-rise fires emphasizes firefighter safety. This means that at least two firefighters must be in an area where there's a risk of contamination (IDLH) with visual or voice contact. Two other firefighters remain outside the IDLH, typically in the attack stairwell, ready to assist.

In a high-rise fire, the incident commander will request five specific size-up reports: Exterior, Fire Control Room, Fire Attack Stairwell, Fire Floor, and Fire Room.

If the stairwell is not pressurized in a high-rise fire, a positive pressure fan should be placed at the bottom and three floors below to assist with ventilation.

The third arriving engine in a high-rise fire will handle water supply operations.

If standpipes or sprinklers in a high-rise fire require more than 225 psi of pressure, a tandem pumping operation involving two or more fire engines is needed to provide adequate pressure.

The fourth arriving unit in a high-rise fire will assume control of the lobby.

The Lobby Control team in a high-rise fire has critical responsibilities, including obtaining Knox Box keys, establishing entry and exit control, determining access routes, ensuring stairwell pressurization, and providing information to entering teams.

In a high-rise fire, resources like staging areas, rehabilitation, and reserve equipment should be positioned at Division X-2.

A backup line should be established on the Second Alarm response for high-rise fires.

The Counter Assault Strike Team (CAST) is a specialized unit that responds to active shooter incidents. They are equipped and trained to engage the hostile threat.

In an active shooter incident, the scene is divided into three zones: Hot (hostile area), Warm (secure but under LE control), and Cold (secure).

A Rapid Tactical Force (RTF) is a team consisting of two WFD members and two LE members, designed to provide initial medical response and casualty collection in an active shooter incident.