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What is the primary objective of air management in a hazardous atmosphere?
What is the primary objective of air management in a hazardous atmosphere?
- To stay outside the Hazardous Atmosphere/Immediate Danger to Life and Health (IDLH) atmosphere prior to alarm activation (correct)
- To maintain an ongoing awareness of air status only during emergency situations
- To ensure the low air alarm is activated as soon as possible
- To monitor air levels only when entering a new area
When should crew members consider transitioning out of operations?
When should crew members consider transitioning out of operations?
- When the air is at 75% cylinder capacity
- When the air is at 90% cylinder capacity
- When the air is at 50% cylinder capacity (correct)
- When the air is at 25% cylinder capacity
What is the primary purpose of size-up in a firefighting operation?
What is the primary purpose of size-up in a firefighting operation?
- To determine the probable location and type of fire (correct)
- To identify possible ventilation points only
- To assess the smoke conditions only
- To determine the length of the hose lay only
What should be the primary consideration when assigned to 'Exposures'?
What should be the primary consideration when assigned to 'Exposures'?
What determines the selection of the proper hoseline and nozzle combination?
What determines the selection of the proper hoseline and nozzle combination?
What is the primary purpose of providing a water supply in a firefighting operation?
What is the primary purpose of providing a water supply in a firefighting operation?
What should be done prior to entering a new area or going to a new floor?
What should be done prior to entering a new area or going to a new floor?
What is the minimum number of firefighters required to form a RIT team?
What is the minimum number of firefighters required to form a RIT team?
What is a Standby Team's primary function?
What is a Standby Team's primary function?
Which operation is NOT typically conducted by engine companies during fire suppression?
Which operation is NOT typically conducted by engine companies during fire suppression?
What is one of the responsibilities of the Driver Operator?
What is one of the responsibilities of the Driver Operator?
Which of the following is NOT a tactical objective of the Ladder Company?
Which of the following is NOT a tactical objective of the Ladder Company?
What role does the Standby Team serve when a RIT has been established?
What role does the Standby Team serve when a RIT has been established?
Which method is used to achieve ventilation during firefighting operations?
Which method is used to achieve ventilation during firefighting operations?
Study Notes
Air Management
- The primary goal is to avoid Hazardous Atmosphere/Immediate Danger to Life and Health (IDLH) atmosphere before the low air alarm is activated.
- Crew members must constantly monitor their air status and that of their teams.
- Air levels should be checked when entering a new area or floor.
- A pre-entry exit strategy should be identified by the company.
- Consider transitioning out of operations when the air is at 50% cylinder capacity (2250 PSI).
Tactical Objectives
- Size-up the situation to determine the probable location and type of fire, smoke conditions, access, and possible ventilation points.
- Identify occupants and possible assignments to other units.
- Confining the fire involves placing a hoseline between the fire and known or potential occupants.
- Do not delay water application to ensure the line is between occupants and the fire.
- Extinguish the fire by selecting the proper hoseline and nozzle combination and efficiently deploying the line.
- Protect exposures by eliminating fire extension and evacuating occupants.
- Exposures refer to both interior and exterior areas that may be affected by an expanding fire.
- When assigned to "Exposures," prioritize life safety and then fire spread.
- For interior exposures, a Primary Search is expected to be included.
- Provide a water supply through the appropriate use of hydrants, standpipes, and sprinkler systems.
- The Engineer should inform Command when a water supply is established.
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