20 Questions
Which company is the most important on the fireground?
Engine company
Who does the engine company officer report to?
Captain
What is the main duty of the engine company officer?
Supervising the company
What are the officer's priorities during an incident?
Life safety, incident stabilization, and property conservation
What are the essential tools for the engine company officer?
PPE and SCBA
What is the purpose of a Thermal Imaging Camera?
Detecting heat signatures and locating victims
According to the text, what is the responsibility of the driver during the response?
Know the appropriate route to the incident
What should the officer do upon arrival as the first in engine?
Give a first in report via the radio
What is the suggested position for the assigned Tip member during investigation?
Stay by the apparatus in the ready position
What is the main priority of the DPOP position on the fireground?
Obtain a water supply and maintain it throughout the incident
What is an essential tool for the DPOP position?
Grease pencils or a way to mark/label pressures and discharges
What should be done after acquiring a supply line as the first-in company?
Supply the attack line with appropriate pressures
Which position is responsible for flaking out the attack line and preventing kinks?
First-in Position
Which position is responsible for assisting in investigation of property/area of concern?
Third and Fourth-in Positions
Which position is responsible for getting a hose line in the proper position to assist in rescue and primarily extinguishment?
Tip Position
Which position is the first through the door to extinguish a fire and place themselves between the occupants and their means of egress?
Tip Position
Which position is responsible for deploying the second-in bag to the designated area and ensuring proper drop and deployment location?
Third and Fourth-in Positions
Which position is recommended to remain at the apparatus in the ready position during investigations?
Tip Position
Which position is responsible for facilitating the stretch of three-inch supply line towards the fire building and ensuring there are no kinks?
Second-in Position
Which position is responsible for listening to the tactical channel enroute and upon arrival, prior to being placed into service for further orders?
Third and Fourth-in Positions
Test your knowledge on the essential elements and operations of an engine company on the fireground. Explore the different types of apparatus, tools, and appliances that contribute to their success. Discover the key role of firefighters in executing these operations effectively.
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