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What is the primary responsibility of the Lobby Control assignment?
What is the primary responsibility of the Lobby Control assignment?
- Resetting and silencing alarms as directed by the Incident Commander
- Monitoring annunciator and control panels
- Ensuring the welfare of occupants on the lobby level (correct)
- Establishing telephone communications with supervisory personnel
What information should the Lobby Control acquire for the Incident Commander?
What information should the Lobby Control acquire for the Incident Commander?
- Floor plans, approved evacuation plans, and a list of disabled occupants
- Names and phone numbers for building engineers and building management
- Information concerning HVAC, utilities, mechanical rooms, and fire pumps
- All of the above (correct)
What is the primary responsibility of the personnel assigned to the Fire Control Room?
What is the primary responsibility of the personnel assigned to the Fire Control Room?
- Establishing telephone communications with supervisory personnel
- Providing occupants and/or fire and rescue personnel with special instructions for evacuating endangered areas
- Assisting with stairwell ventilation and pressurization at the direction of the Incident Commander or designee
- All of the above (correct)
When is the use of exterior streams to cool down interior compartments considered?
When is the use of exterior streams to cool down interior compartments considered?
What is the second choice for ventilation if hydraulic ventilation from the fire apartment is not effective?
What is the second choice for ventilation if hydraulic ventilation from the fire apartment is not effective?
Personnel are not restricted to using building systems, such as the standpipe system, when what condition is met?
Personnel are not restricted to using building systems, such as the standpipe system, when what condition is met?
What is the primary difference between a compartment fire in a residential high rise structure and a compartment fire in a standard structure?
What is the primary difference between a compartment fire in a residential high rise structure and a compartment fire in a standard structure?
Why is rapid smoke spread likely in high rise buildings during a fire?
Why is rapid smoke spread likely in high rise buildings during a fire?
What challenges do firefighters face in controlling smoke during high rise fires?
What challenges do firefighters face in controlling smoke during high rise fires?
Which statement best describes the impact of open doors during a high rise fire?
Which statement best describes the impact of open doors during a high rise fire?
What is the primary intent of pressurizing the stairwells in a high-rise building during a fire?
What is the primary intent of pressurizing the stairwells in a high-rise building during a fire?
Why does the tactical execution for suppressing fires in high rise structures demand a different focus compared to other compartment fires?
Why does the tactical execution for suppressing fires in high rise structures demand a different focus compared to other compartment fires?
What are occupants and firefighters threatened by during a high rise fire?
What are occupants and firefighters threatened by during a high rise fire?
When is the third due truck responsible for managing smoke control and ventilation operations?
When is the third due truck responsible for managing smoke control and ventilation operations?
What is the first due truck responsible for in terms of smoke control at a high-rise fire?
What is the first due truck responsible for in terms of smoke control at a high-rise fire?
When should firefighters consider placing fans two floors below the fire floor to supplement stairwell pressurization?
When should firefighters consider placing fans two floors below the fire floor to supplement stairwell pressurization?
What is the primary purpose of maintaining the integrity of the stairwell during high-rise fire operations?
What is the primary purpose of maintaining the integrity of the stairwell during high-rise fire operations?
What is the primary reason personnel are forbidden from opening doors from the apartment to the corridor or from the corridor to the stairwell when a fire is believed to be wind-driven?
What is the primary reason personnel are forbidden from opening doors from the apartment to the corridor or from the corridor to the stairwell when a fire is believed to be wind-driven?
What is the primary responsibility of the third due engine at a high-rise fire incident?
What is the primary responsibility of the third due engine at a high-rise fire incident?
What is the primary reason personnel are not permitted to use the elevator when the location of a fire in a high-rise is unknown?
What is the primary reason personnel are not permitted to use the elevator when the location of a fire in a high-rise is unknown?
What is the primary purpose of designating a ventilation stairwell during a high-rise fire incident?
What is the primary purpose of designating a ventilation stairwell during a high-rise fire incident?
What is the primary reason personnel must not create any opening to the roof or prop open any doors until the fire is reported to be under control?
What is the primary reason personnel must not create any opening to the roof or prop open any doors until the fire is reported to be under control?
Before opening the door from the attack stairwell to the reported fire floor, what must crews do?
Before opening the door from the attack stairwell to the reported fire floor, what must crews do?
When there are signs of a wind impacted fire, what should the unit officer do?
When there are signs of a wind impacted fire, what should the unit officer do?
When can the door to the fire compartment be opened, given that the corridor on the fire floor is clear of smoke?
When can the door to the fire compartment be opened, given that the corridor on the fire floor is clear of smoke?
What must be done with the door to the attack stairwell during fire attack?
What must be done with the door to the attack stairwell during fire attack?
Which stairwell should be used for exhausting smoke from the fire floor to the outside?
Which stairwell should be used for exhausting smoke from the fire floor to the outside?
Under what conditions should personnel not use an elevator to access a fire?
Under what conditions should personnel not use an elevator to access a fire?
What must personnel do before entering an elevator at a fire scene?
What must personnel do before entering an elevator at a fire scene?
What must the first due engine do upon arrival at a high-rise fire?
What must the first due engine do upon arrival at a high-rise fire?
What must engine crews bring with them to the fire floor?
What must engine crews bring with them to the fire floor?
What should be done with the Fireman's Service keys after reaching the destination floor using the elevator?
What should be done with the Fireman's Service keys after reaching the destination floor using the elevator?
What is the primary responsibility of the personnel assigned to the Fire Control Room?
What is the primary responsibility of the personnel assigned to the Fire Control Room?
What is the second choice for ventilation if hydraulic ventilation from the fire apartment is not effective?
What is the second choice for ventilation if hydraulic ventilation from the fire apartment is not effective?
When is the use of exterior streams to cool down interior compartments considered, according to the text?
When is the use of exterior streams to cool down interior compartments considered, according to the text?
What information should the Lobby Control acquire for the Incident Commander, according to the text?
What information should the Lobby Control acquire for the Incident Commander, according to the text?
What is the primary purpose of maintaining the integrity of the stairwell during high-rise fire operations, according to the text?
What is the primary purpose of maintaining the integrity of the stairwell during high-rise fire operations, according to the text?
What is the primary responsibility of the Lobby Control assignment?
What is the primary responsibility of the Lobby Control assignment?
What must personnel do before entering an elevator at a fire scene?
What must personnel do before entering an elevator at a fire scene?
What is the primary responsibility of the Lobby Control assignment?
What is the primary responsibility of the Lobby Control assignment?
When can the use of exterior streams to cool down interior compartments be considered?
When can the use of exterior streams to cool down interior compartments be considered?
What is the primary difference between a compartment fire in a residential high rise structure and a compartment fire in a standard structure?
What is the primary difference between a compartment fire in a residential high rise structure and a compartment fire in a standard structure?
What must the first due engine do upon arrival at a high-rise fire?
What must the first due engine do upon arrival at a high-rise fire?
Why does the tactical execution for suppressing fires in high rise structures demand a different focus compared to other compartment fires?
Why does the tactical execution for suppressing fires in high rise structures demand a different focus compared to other compartment fires?
What is the general classification of water related incidents mentioned in the text?
What is the general classification of water related incidents mentioned in the text?
In what situations are rescues on the Potomac River downstream of Seneca Breaks managed?
In what situations are rescues on the Potomac River downstream of Seneca Breaks managed?
Which level of certification is recognized as being currently certified as an MCFRS Swift Water Rescue Team (SWRT) Boat Operator?
Which level of certification is recognized as being currently certified as an MCFRS Swift Water Rescue Team (SWRT) Boat Operator?
What type of personnel pressure may arise during a water rescue incident?
What type of personnel pressure may arise during a water rescue incident?
Why is it important for personnel to control as many hazards as possible before initiating a rescue?
Why is it important for personnel to control as many hazards as possible before initiating a rescue?
What are the three common occurrences that form the basis for the water rescue policy appendix?
What are the three common occurrences that form the basis for the water rescue policy appendix?
What must the first arriving Primary Unit Officer do before gathering information about the circumstances of the event?
What must the first arriving Primary Unit Officer do before gathering information about the circumstances of the event?
In water rescue incidents, what is the responsibility of personnel certified as boat crew when extending the rescue sequence on Flat Water?
In water rescue incidents, what is the responsibility of personnel certified as boat crew when extending the rescue sequence on Flat Water?
What is the primary reason for the Fire Chief having discretion to publish and update checklists for water-related incidents?
What is the primary reason for the Fire Chief having discretion to publish and update checklists for water-related incidents?
What should personnel do after completing rescue operations in a water incident where they are deemed unnecessary?
What should personnel do after completing rescue operations in a water incident where they are deemed unnecessary?
What is the responsibility of the first arriving Primary Unit Officer after communicating incident objectives?
What is the responsibility of the first arriving Primary Unit Officer after communicating incident objectives?
When may personnel who entered flood waters need to be decontaminated?
When may personnel who entered flood waters need to be decontaminated?
Who has the discretion to update checklist(s) used in water-related incidents?
Who has the discretion to update checklist(s) used in water-related incidents?
What action should be taken by personnel after ensuring the water line is marked in a water rescue operation?
What action should be taken by personnel after ensuring the water line is marked in a water rescue operation?
What determines if only the SWRT may operate on ice that is in or above moving water?
What determines if only the SWRT may operate on ice that is in or above moving water?
When should personnel consider using a solution of mild detergent and water for decontamination?
When should personnel consider using a solution of mild detergent and water for decontamination?
What is the minimum Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required for water entry during a rescue mission?
What is the minimum Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required for water entry during a rescue mission?
What is the sequence for the Rescue actions mentioned in the text?
What is the sequence for the Rescue actions mentioned in the text?
When are Dry Suits recommended as part of the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for water entry?
When are Dry Suits recommended as part of the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for water entry?
What must be considered before attempting a Shallow Water Crossing?
What must be considered before attempting a Shallow Water Crossing?
What does the acronym PFD stand for in the context of water rescue operations?
What does the acronym PFD stand for in the context of water rescue operations?
What is the primary objective of the Initial Actions for Water Rescue Incidents as per the text?
What is the primary objective of the Initial Actions for Water Rescue Incidents as per the text?
What is the primary purpose of this appendix for water rescue incidents?
What is the primary purpose of this appendix for water rescue incidents?
Is this appendix a standard operational guideline for water rescue technicians?
Is this appendix a standard operational guideline for water rescue technicians?
What does the appendix aim to reduce in water-related incidents?
What does the appendix aim to reduce in water-related incidents?
Who specifically is this appendix applicable to?
Who specifically is this appendix applicable to?
What is NOT a part of the intent of this appendix?
What is NOT a part of the intent of this appendix?
From where is the operational approach for water rescue incidents drawn, according to the text?
From where is the operational approach for water rescue incidents drawn, according to the text?
What is the most appropriate first step during a water rescue incident, based on the text?
What is the most appropriate first step during a water rescue incident, based on the text?
What is the primary reason for non-SWRT personnel not being allowed to connect their personal floatation device (PFD) to a rope unless operating on ice?
What is the primary reason for non-SWRT personnel not being allowed to connect their personal floatation device (PFD) to a rope unless operating on ice?
What is one of the risks associated with water-related incidents, as mentioned in the text?
What is one of the risks associated with water-related incidents, as mentioned in the text?
What is the minimum personal protective equipment (PPE) required in the Hot Zone during water rescue operations?
What is the minimum personal protective equipment (PPE) required in the Hot Zone during water rescue operations?
What is a reason that makes ice rescues particularly challenging, according to the text?
What is a reason that makes ice rescues particularly challenging, according to the text?
What should personnel in the Warm Zone wear and have on hand at a minimum?
What should personnel in the Warm Zone wear and have on hand at a minimum?
What must be considered in a risk assessment for water rescue incidents, according to the text?
What must be considered in a risk assessment for water rescue incidents, according to the text?
When is it acceptable for the Incident Commander to increase the PPE level for water rescue personnel?
When is it acceptable for the Incident Commander to increase the PPE level for water rescue personnel?
Why is it important to slow down action sequence in water-related incidents, based on the text?
Why is it important to slow down action sequence in water-related incidents, based on the text?
Under what circumstances might the Warm Zone need to be expanded beyond the 10' minimum from the water's edge?
Under what circumstances might the Warm Zone need to be expanded beyond the 10' minimum from the water's edge?
What is a potential hazard that may be found underwater during water rescue incidents?
What is a potential hazard that may be found underwater during water rescue incidents?
What distinguishes a shallow water crossing from other water rescue scenarios?
What distinguishes a shallow water crossing from other water rescue scenarios?
Why must personnel resist the urge to rush during emotionally charged water rescue incidents?
Why must personnel resist the urge to rush during emotionally charged water rescue incidents?
Why are downstream safety and upstream spotters only utilized when they can significantly impact mission safety?
Why are downstream safety and upstream spotters only utilized when they can significantly impact mission safety?
What is a characteristic of water pressure mentioned in the text that poses a risk to personnel?
What is a characteristic of water pressure mentioned in the text that poses a risk to personnel?
What is the primary reason for encouraging stranded people during flooding situations to stay in place?
What is the primary reason for encouraging stranded people during flooding situations to stay in place?
