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What is the primary focus of an Offensive Fire Attack according to the guidelines?
What is the primary focus of an Offensive Fire Attack according to the guidelines?
- Rescue operations (correct)
- Containment of the fire only
- Evacuation of civilians
- Fire suppression techniques
What must be established before conducting an Offensive Fire Attack?
What must be established before conducting an Offensive Fire Attack?
- The presence of sufficient water supply
- Safety of entry into the structure (correct)
- Approval from a fire chief
- Readiness of firefighting equipment
In the context of fireground operations, what does IRIC stand for?
In the context of fireground operations, what does IRIC stand for?
- Intensive Rescue Incident Control
- Immediate Rescue Incident Command
- Initial Rapid Intervention Crew (correct)
- Integrated Rescue Incident Coordination
What critical factors must command consider regarding fire extension?
What critical factors must command consider regarding fire extension?
What should initial attack efforts be directed towards?
What should initial attack efforts be directed towards?
When evaluating fire conditions, what aspect should firefighters focus on besides the flames?
When evaluating fire conditions, what aspect should firefighters focus on besides the flames?
What is the ultimate goal of fire control activities during an Offensive Fire Attack?
What is the ultimate goal of fire control activities during an Offensive Fire Attack?
What are the two main strategies employed in fireground operations?
What are the two main strategies employed in fireground operations?
What must command allocate based on fire spread evaluation?
What must command allocate based on fire spread evaluation?
Who is responsible for determining the appropriate fireground strategy at a structure fire?
Who is responsible for determining the appropriate fireground strategy at a structure fire?
Which factor is NOT considered when determining the fireground strategy?
Which factor is NOT considered when determining the fireground strategy?
What should the Incident Commander ensure once the fireground strategy is initiated?
What should the Incident Commander ensure once the fireground strategy is initiated?
What is a critical consideration to avoid during fireground strategy implementation?
What is a critical consideration to avoid during fireground strategy implementation?
When should the fireground strategy be evaluated and monitored?
When should the fireground strategy be evaluated and monitored?
What is the purpose of utilizing a Risk Management Plan at fire scenes?
What is the purpose of utilizing a Risk Management Plan at fire scenes?
What can cause an Incident Commander to change the fireground strategy?
What can cause an Incident Commander to change the fireground strategy?
What is the initial priority in fire management when facing an exposure?
What is the initial priority in fire management when facing an exposure?
Which tactic is most effective in defensive fire operations when water resources are limited?
Which tactic is most effective in defensive fire operations when water resources are limited?
What does 'fire under control' indicate?
What does 'fire under control' indicate?
What should Command notify dispatch of when conducting defensive operations?
What should Command notify dispatch of when conducting defensive operations?
What action must be taken once fire is brought under control?
What action must be taken once fire is brought under control?
What must command consider when addressing a fire?
What must command consider when addressing a fire?
When can a fire be considered under control?
When can a fire be considered under control?
What is paramount when dealing with concealed spaces during a fire attack?
What is paramount when dealing with concealed spaces during a fire attack?
What must command do when the situation is marginal during an attack?
What must command do when the situation is marginal during an attack?
What should command consider when planning an attack?
What should command consider when planning an attack?
When should marginal attacks be abandoned?
When should marginal attacks be abandoned?
What is an important early strategy during concealed space attacks?
What is an important early strategy during concealed space attacks?
What should command prioritize when there is a threat of fire spread?
What should command prioritize when there is a threat of fire spread?
What should be established early during marginal situations for roof evaluation?
What should be established early during marginal situations for roof evaluation?
What is the primary consideration when deciding to switch from an offensive to a defensive strategy?
What is the primary consideration when deciding to switch from an offensive to a defensive strategy?
What announcement is made when transitioning to a defensive strategy?
What announcement is made when transitioning to a defensive strategy?
What action should be taken regarding hose lines when switching to a defensive operation?
What action should be taken regarding hose lines when switching to a defensive operation?
What must Sector Officers notify Command about after a transition to a defensive strategy?
What must Sector Officers notify Command about after a transition to a defensive strategy?
What is the first priority during defensive operations?
What is the first priority during defensive operations?
What should be done if it's unsafe to remain in the structure due to hose lines delaying retreat?
What should be done if it's unsafe to remain in the structure due to hose lines delaying retreat?
What is required after a switch from offensive to defensive strategy?
What is required after a switch from offensive to defensive strategy?
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Study Notes
Fireground Strategy Overview
- Outlines fireground strategy for structure fires.
- Operations are classified as Offensive or Defensive based on a Risk Management Plan.
- Incident Commander (IC) evaluates risk and decides the strategy on scene.
Decision Criteria for Strategy
- Building characteristics: construction type, age, and condition.
- Structural integrity: assess contents versus structural damage.
- Fire load: evaluate what fuels are burning and available.
- Fire and smoke conditions: understand extent and location.
- Rescue profile: determine survivability of occupants.
Offensive Fire Attack
- Prioritize rescue; enter only when the structure is safe.
- Assign IRIC (Initial Rapid Intervention Crew) team before entry.
- First attack line should protect escape routes for victims.
- Analyze not only what is burning, but also the unburned areas to predict fire behavior.
- Command must constantly assess attack position, size, and support functions.
- Address all 7 sides of the fire: front, rear, both sides, top, bottom, and interior.
- Early ventilation is crucial to manage concealed space fires effectively.
Marginal Fire Attack
- Conducted primarily for rescue when conditions are unclear.
- Requires constant evaluation of the interior attack’s effectiveness.
- Consider abandoning marginal attacks when:
- Primary all-clear is obtained but conditions are still risky.
- Roof is unsafe or if heavy smoke is escaping under pressure.
- Assign Roof Sector early to evaluate roof conditions and make informed decisions.
Defensive Fire Attack
- Indicates a conscious decision to abandon offensive strategy for safety reasons.
- Transition to defensive requires announcing Emergency Traffic; all personnel withdraw safely.
- Company Officers must ensure crew accountability post-transition.
- All exposures must be recognized and protected as a priority.
- Master streams are essential for effective defensive operations.
- "Fire Under Control" is declared only when forward fire progress is halted, not necessarily extinguished.
- Conduct a Personnel Accountability Report (PAR) after strategy changes and ensure all buildings are eventually searched if possible.
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