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Philadelphia Fire Department - Fire Attack

Philadelphia Fire Department - Fire Attack

This chapter of the Philadelphia Fire Department manual provides information on fire attack strategies. Understand the responsibilities associated with fire attack based on rank, learn about offensive and defensive fire attack methods. Focus on the importance of quickly getting water on the fire.

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  1. Question 1
    • To quickly apply water to the seat of the fire, protecting trapped civilians.
    • To conduct a primary search for occupants before initiating fire suppression.
    • To create a defensive perimeter around the structure to contain the fire spread.
    • To ventilate the structure to release smoke and heat before entry.
  2. Question 2
    • Utilizing the roof for vertical ventilation before deploying any hose lines.
    • Establishing a defensive posture and waiting for the fire to vent itself.
    • Stretching the attack line through a rear window for direct access to the fire.
    • Deploying the attack line through the front door due to typical building configurations.
  3. Question 3
    • To protect fire department equipment and personnel from falling debris.
    • To extinguish all visible flames from a safe distance before advancing further.
    • To create a barrier between occupants and their main escape route, the interior stairs.
    • To target the exterior walls of the building to prevent fire spread to adjacent properties.
  4. Question 4
    • Establishing a command post at the front door requires a clear path.
    • Some properties, like single-family dwellings, have better side access to interior stairs.
    • The front door creates an immediate chimney effect, escalating fire conditions.
    • Front doors are often reinforced, making forcible entry too time-consuming.
  5. Question 5
    • Its importance cannot be overstated for effective operations and safety.
    • It is secondary to rapid hose deployment and water application.
    • It primarily involves confirming the number of available personnel on scene.
    • It is important but often unnecessary for experienced companies.
  6. Question 6
    • Primarily for fires in commercial buildings with multiple entry points.
    • As a last resort when all other offensive tactics have failed to contain the fire.
    • Only when the interior attack is deemed too dangerous due to structural instability.
    • When fire is showing from the outside of the building and transitioning to the interior is planned.
  7. Question 7
    • It significantly reduces the need for interior fire attack operations.
    • It will always lead to an immediate extinguishment.
    • It will have no effect on the fire's progression.
    • It will 'push' the fire and spread it further into the building.
  8. Question 8
    • Never delay applying water to the fire, regardless of the attack mode.
    • Always delay water application until a full ventilation plan is executed.
    • Only apply water after all occupants have been safely evacuated from the structure.
    • Prioritize interior water application over any exterior application.
  9. Question 9
    • A wide fog pattern for maximum coverage.
    • A straight stream, described as "right to fight."
    • A narrow fog pattern to cool the exterior quickly.
    • A pulsating stream for enhanced knockdown capabilities.
  10. Question 10
    • Adjust the pressure to ensure a powerful and consistent flow.
    • Immediately direct the stream into the building's interior.
    • Aim the tip at the ceiling to cool the upper atmosphere.
    • Aim the tip at the ground and open it to bleed any air.
  11. Question 11
    • The fire is contained within a single room, presenting a low risk.
    • Presence of unconfirmed occupants within the structure.
    • Minor smoke conditions with no visible flames from the exterior.
    • Heavy fire involvement where occupant survival is unlikely and collapse risk is high.
  12. Question 12
    • Prioritizing aggressive interior line advancement to search for victims.
    • Utilizing only smaller attack lines to conserve water resources.
    • Protecting nearby exposures from fire spread.
    • Rapidly establishing ventilation to clear smoke from the structure.
  13. Question 13
    • The amount of water that was applied from the exterior.
    • The structural stability of the fire building and the risk versus gain.
    • The availability of additional personnel for interior operations.
    • The financial value of the contents within the building.
  14. Question 14
    • When fire conditions on the exterior do not align with interior reports after 20 minutes.
    • When the Incident Commander loses radio contact with interior crews.
    • When the water supply is exhausted, preventing further fire suppression.
    • When a collapse is imminent or has already occurred.
  15. Question 15
    • Basements have at least half their height above curb level, cellars have more than half below.
    • Basements have no windows, while cellars always have small windows.
    • Basements are primarily for storage, cellars are usually living spaces.
    • Basements are accessed via exterior stairs, cellars only via interior stairs.
  16. Question 16
    • To always attack from the top down via the interior stairway.
    • To immediately ventilate the front basement windows.
    • To wait for fire extension to the first floor before initiating an attack.
    • To attack the fire from grade level through the side entrance.
  17. Question 17
    • Ventilating the front basement door to create an immediate flow path.
    • Cutting a hole in the floor above to deploy a cellar pipe.
    • Forcing entry through the window to advance an interior line.
    • Performing a transitional attack by directing a hose line into the window.
  18. Question 18
    • It creates a dangerous unidirectional flow path up the interior stairs.
    • It compromises the structural integrity of the cellar walls.
    • It can lead to a rapid increase in cellar temperatures, hindering entry.
    • It signals to occupants that rescue operations are underway too soon.
  19. Question 19
    • The camera's battery life is too short to provide comprehensive floor scans.
    • TICs malfunction in extremely high-temperature environments.
    • The insulation from sub-floors and floor coverings can block thermal imaging.
    • TICS are designed only for exterior fire detection and not interior conditions.
  20. Question 20
    • Waiting for the fire to self-ventilate through the roof before suppression.
    • Immediately performing vertical roof ventilation to release heat.
    • Forcing entry through a dormer window to directly attack the fire.
    • Playing a straight stream up into the eaves from below to cool the environment.
List of Flashcards18 flashcards
  1. Card 1
    HintIt's the primary, proactive approach to fire suppression.Memory TipOffensive = Proactive
  2. Card 2
    HintThink about protecting people's escape route.Memory TipProtect the exit
  3. Card 3
    HintIt starts on the exterior and moves inward.Memory TipExterior, then interior
  4. Card 4
    HintWhat kind of stream is recommended for this attack?Memory TipStraight to fight
  5. Card 5
    HintWhere do you aim and how do you spray for best results?Memory TipLintel to ceiling
  6. Card 6
    HintHow long do you apply water from the exterior?Memory Tip60-90 seconds
  7. Card 7
    HintWhen is the building too dangerous to enter?Memory TipToo dangerous, stay out
  8. Card 8
    HintWhat is the main priority when you can't go inside?Memory TipProtect neighbors
  9. Card 9
    HintThink about how much is above ground and access points.Memory TipOpen, half up
  10. Card 10
    HintThink about how much is below ground and typical access.Memory TipClosed, half down
  11. Card 11
    HintWhat's the first step if you see fire in a cellar window?Memory TipWindow = Transitional Attack
  12. Card 12
    HintWhat happens if you vent a cellar window too soon?Memory TipVent early = fire up
  13. Card 13
    HintWhat are those metal doors in the sidewalk?Memory TipSidewalk cellar doors
  14. Card 14
    HintWhat tool can be used if you can't get into the cellar?Memory TipNo access, cut floor
  15. Card 15
    HintCan a TIC see fire through the floor?Memory TipTIC can't see through
  16. Card 16
    HintWhat is the area just under the roof?Memory TipRoof space, limited access
  17. Card 17
    HintHow do you initially attack an attic fire from the exterior?Memory TipEaves to peak
  18. Card 18
    HintWhat should you do before ventilating the roof during an attic fire?Memory TipCool before vent

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