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What common feature often indicates the presence of multiple dwellings on a property?
What common feature often indicates the presence of multiple dwellings on a property?
- Color of the exterior paint
- Presence of gas or electric meters (correct)
- Number of windows
- Type of roofing material
What does the presence of padlocks on interior rooms typically suggest about the occupancy type?
What does the presence of padlocks on interior rooms typically suggest about the occupancy type?
- Single-room occupancy (SRO) (correct)
- Luxury apartments
- Vacation rentals
- Commercial use
What are common outcomes in low-income areas where SROs are prevalent?
What are common outcomes in low-income areas where SROs are prevalent?
- Lower crime rates
- Increased property values
- Higher incidence of fires and loss of life (correct)
- Higher rates of emergency calls
How did catastrophic fires in New York City during the late 1890s impact building regulations for multiple dwellings?
How did catastrophic fires in New York City during the late 1890s impact building regulations for multiple dwellings?
Which architectural feature is often found in older multiple dwellings that contributes to rapid fire spread?
Which architectural feature is often found in older multiple dwellings that contributes to rapid fire spread?
What is the primary purpose of fire-rated doors in multiple dwellings?
What is the primary purpose of fire-rated doors in multiple dwellings?
What is one of the main risks associated with disabling self-closing devices on doors?
What is one of the main risks associated with disabling self-closing devices on doors?
Why is it critical for doors to remain closed in the event of a fire?
Why is it critical for doors to remain closed in the event of a fire?
What has been a significant consequence of removing self-closing devices from doors?
What has been a significant consequence of removing self-closing devices from doors?
Which group is particularly at risk due to disabled self-closing devices in residential buildings?
Which group is particularly at risk due to disabled self-closing devices in residential buildings?
What primary hazard do lightshafts and airshafts present in larger multiple dwellings?
What primary hazard do lightshafts and airshafts present in larger multiple dwellings?
Which of the following strategies can assist search crews in minimizing fire spread while awaiting additional resources?
Which of the following strategies can assist search crews in minimizing fire spread while awaiting additional resources?
What effect does opening a door or window opposite the shaft have during a fire incident?
What effect does opening a door or window opposite the shaft have during a fire incident?
What is a consequence of having no roof over open shafts in multiple dwellings during a fire?
What is a consequence of having no roof over open shafts in multiple dwellings during a fire?
What is an effective initial action to take when confronting a fire in a middle apartment with lightshafts?
What is an effective initial action to take when confronting a fire in a middle apartment with lightshafts?
Which shafts pose the greatest threat of fire spreading in a multiple dwelling structure?
Which shafts pose the greatest threat of fire spreading in a multiple dwelling structure?
What characteristic is generally associated with elevators in terms of fire resistance?
What characteristic is generally associated with elevators in terms of fire resistance?
What is a major hazard associated with compactors in multi-dwelling buildings?
What is a major hazard associated with compactors in multi-dwelling buildings?
Why are bathrooms and kitchens often designed back to back in adjacent apartments?
Why are bathrooms and kitchens often designed back to back in adjacent apartments?
In the event of a fire, what must be considered if a kitchen or bathroom is involved?
In the event of a fire, what must be considered if a kitchen or bathroom is involved?
What is the primary reason multiple dwellings are considered high life hazards?
What is the primary reason multiple dwellings are considered high life hazards?
Which construction feature complicates fire control in multiple dwellings?
Which construction feature complicates fire control in multiple dwellings?
What should an officer in command prioritize in a fire situation in a multiple dwelling?
What should an officer in command prioritize in a fire situation in a multiple dwelling?
Why are illegal conversions of single-family homes into multiple dwellings more hazardous?
Why are illegal conversions of single-family homes into multiple dwellings more hazardous?
How do response assignments differ for multiple dwelling fires compared to private dwelling fires?
How do response assignments differ for multiple dwelling fires compared to private dwelling fires?
What is the role of early recognition in managing multiple dwellings during a fire incident?
What is the role of early recognition in managing multiple dwellings during a fire incident?
What action should be taken upon discovering a converted multiple dwelling during a fire response?
What action should be taken upon discovering a converted multiple dwelling during a fire response?
What is the primary purpose of checking the wall behind the toilet during fire response in stacked apartments?
What is the primary purpose of checking the wall behind the toilet during fire response in stacked apartments?
If a soil pipe coming through the roof is hot to the touch, what action should be taken?
If a soil pipe coming through the roof is hot to the touch, what action should be taken?
What is the significance of performing ventilation over the pipe chase?
What is the significance of performing ventilation over the pipe chase?
Which of the following best describes the main risk when fire is detected traveling up a pipe chase?
Which of the following best describes the main risk when fire is detected traveling up a pipe chase?
What is the primary concern of soil pipes in a fire building?
What is the primary concern of soil pipes in a fire building?
Which characteristic makes channel rail voids more challenging to locate compared to plumbing chases?
Which characteristic makes channel rail voids more challenging to locate compared to plumbing chases?
What method may be required if the location of beams is unknown in a building?
What method may be required if the location of beams is unknown in a building?
In what context is steel framing typically used according to the content?
In what context is steel framing typically used according to the content?
What is a recommended action when encountering a visible beam in a wall or ceiling?
What is a recommended action when encountering a visible beam in a wall or ceiling?
What is the primary reason for positioning a hoseline as soon as possible during a fire incident?
What is the primary reason for positioning a hoseline as soon as possible during a fire incident?
Which factor must an officer in command consider when evaluating an interior search operation?
Which factor must an officer in command consider when evaluating an interior search operation?
What is a potential consequence of losing the hoseline during a firefighting operation?
What is a potential consequence of losing the hoseline during a firefighting operation?
What does effective ventilation accomplish during a fire response?
What does effective ventilation accomplish during a fire response?
What should be done with the door to the fire apartment while moving occupants from the upper floors?
What should be done with the door to the fire apartment while moving occupants from the upper floors?
What tool is suggested to aid in ventilation on the stairway window during a fire emergency?
What tool is suggested to aid in ventilation on the stairway window during a fire emergency?
Which statement highlights a necessary condition for exterior crews to perform ventilation effectively?
Which statement highlights a necessary condition for exterior crews to perform ventilation effectively?
Why might it be necessary to break windows on the floor landing or on the stairs?
Why might it be necessary to break windows on the floor landing or on the stairs?
What type of glass is often used in windows that may be found on the stair half-landing?
What type of glass is often used in windows that may be found on the stair half-landing?
What should be prioritized during operations at multiple dwellings in emergency situations?
What should be prioritized during operations at multiple dwellings in emergency situations?
What potentially dangerous situation can arise if fire reaches the channel rails?
What potentially dangerous situation can arise if fire reaches the channel rails?
Why is it recommended to send someone familiar with the location of fire voids?
Why is it recommended to send someone familiar with the location of fire voids?
What might cause a fire to spread past assessed voids in a building?
What might cause a fire to spread past assessed voids in a building?
Multiple dwellings are those buildings that house _____ or more families. I’m some areas they are called apartment houses or _______
Multiple dwellings are those buildings that house _____ or more families. I’m some areas they are called apartment houses or _______
In many larger apartment buildings, the _____ in command must take into account the ______ necessary to implement a tactic
In many larger apartment buildings, the _____ in command must take into account the ______ necessary to implement a tactic
When you arrive to find a converted multiple dwelling you must make the same adjustments and request whatever additional assistance you need, usually for ____ and ____ equipment for removal
When you arrive to find a converted multiple dwelling you must make the same adjustments and request whatever additional assistance you need, usually for ____ and ____ equipment for removal
These light shafts and air shafts pose a danger of fire extending horizontally across the shaft as well as _____, due to autoexposure or lapping flames
These light shafts and air shafts pose a danger of fire extending horizontally across the shaft as well as _____, due to autoexposure or lapping flames
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Multiple Dwellings
Multiple Dwellings
Buildings housing three or more families, often called apartment houses or tenements.
Fire Hazard in Multi-Dwellings
Fire Hazard in Multi-Dwellings
High risk because of varying resident sleep patterns, requiring firefighters to search all apartments above the fire floor.
Pipe Chases
Pipe Chases
Construction features facilitating vertical fire spread, often stacking kitchens and bathrooms.
Fire Hazard Recognition
Fire Hazard Recognition
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Command Officer Assessment
Command Officer Assessment
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Early Suppression Equipment
Early Suppression Equipment
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Modified Single-Family Homes
Modified Single-Family Homes
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Multiple Dwelling Indicators
Multiple Dwelling Indicators
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Single-Room Occupancy (SRO)
Single-Room Occupancy (SRO)
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Open Stairways
Open Stairways
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Fire-Rated Doors
Fire-Rated Doors
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Self-Closing Devices
Self-Closing Devices
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Light Shafts
Light Shafts
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Combustible Materials
Combustible Materials
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Window Openings
Window Openings
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Structural Fire Hazards
Structural Fire Hazards
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Soil Pipes
Soil Pipes
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Channel Rails
Channel Rails
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Priority Firefighting Areas
Priority Firefighting Areas
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Hoseline Deployment
Hoseline Deployment
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Personnel Engagement
Personnel Engagement
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Victim Rescue Focus
Victim Rescue Focus
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Civilian Communication
Civilian Communication
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Defensive Measures
Defensive Measures
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Ventilation Assessment
Ventilation Assessment
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Aerial/Interior Coordination
Aerial/Interior Coordination
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Stair Landing Windows
Stair Landing Windows
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Study Notes
Multiple Dwellings Overview
- Defined as buildings housing three or more families; may be referred to as apartment houses or tenements.
- High life hazard associated with varying resident sleep patterns; firefighting efforts must prioritize searching all apartments above the fire floor.
- Vertical extensions of fire are facilitated by construction features like pipe chases, which stack kitchens and bathrooms.
Fire Control Challenges
- Prompt recognition of fire hazards is crucial for effective unit deployment.
- Command officers must assess current situations and anticipate changes during tactical setups.
- Early fire suppression equipment access is vital; delays in bringing tools can escalate the situation significantly.
Identification of Multiple Dwellings
- Converted single-family homes can pose greater fire hazards, especially if legally or illegally modified.
- Gas and electric meters, doorbells, and mailboxes can indicate the presence of multiple dwellings.
- Interior locks on rooms may signal single-room occupancy (SRO), which complicates search efforts.
Fire Safety Features
- Open interior stairways in older buildings contribute to rapid fire spread across floors.
- Fire-rated doors and enclosed stairwells are essential in containing fires and preventing their spread.
- Self-closing devices on doors should remain functional to maintain safety; disabling them increases fire risks.
Ventilation and Smoke Control
- Light shafts and air shafts facilitate horizontal and vertical fire extension; careful monitoring is necessary during firefighting operations.
- Combustible materials near windows should be removed to slow fire entry.
- Opening windows opposite fire-exposed apartments can create updrafts, assisting in smoke control.
Structural Fire Hazards
- Various shafts (stairwells, elevators, compactor chutes, pipe chases, channel rails) are potential fire spread avenues.
- Soil pipes in bathrooms can act as vertical conduits for fire; close monitoring and swift action are needed.
- Channel rails, often hidden, can be challenging to locate but are critical points for inspecting fire travel.
Firefighting Procedure for Multi-family Homes
- Prioritize locating and battling fires in areas directly above the flames and near pipe chases.
- Immediate hoseline deployment is crucial to protect residents in peril, especially in high-density units.
- All available personnel must engage efficiently in positioning hoselines before addressing secondary needs.
Victim Rescue Operations
- Focus on rescuing those in immediate danger while managing overall fire conditions.
- Communication with trapped civilians is vital; underestimating their need for assistance can result in tragedy.
- Defensive measures, including maintaining fire apartment door closures, are essential to protect the stairway from smoke and fire spread.
Operational Strategies
- Ventilation techniques need assessment based on wind direction and speed to avoid exacerbating the fire.
- Coordination between aerial units and interior operations is crucial for effective ventilation and fire control.
- Breaking windows on stair landings before appliance entry can facilitate quick access for firefighting.
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Description
This quiz covers the principles of fire safety in multiple dwellings, focusing on buildings that house three or more families. Understanding the unique challenges posed by these structures is crucial for effective firefighting tactics, especially in emergencies where residents may be unaware of a fire. Test your knowledge on safety protocols and tactics applicable to apartment houses and tenements.
