202-08 Fire Attack

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Which approach to attacking the modern fireground is preferred by the Philadelphia Fire Department?

It depends on the situation

Offensive (correct)

Defensive

Both defensive and offensive are equally preferred

What is the goal of an offensive fire attack?

To assess the situation

To evacuate the building

To quickly extinguish the fire (correct)

To protect the firefighters

When stretching the initial attack line, what is the typical method chosen by the Philadelphia Fire Department?

Through a window

Through the roof

Through the front door (correct)

Through the back door

In which situations may the front door not be the best option for stretching the initial attack line?

Both single-family and end of the row multiple family dwellings Signup and view all the answers

What is transitional fire attack?

A method of attack from the exterior of the building Signup and view all the answers

What is a misconception about water applied to a fire from an exterior position?

It will push the fire Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, when applying a straight or solid stream without rotating the nozzle, what is the effect on fire spread?

It will not contribute to fire spread Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, when should water be applied from the exterior during a fire?

Only when the fire is showing from the first floor front and running the porches Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is the recommended tactic for attacking a fire from a side entrance or the Charlie division?

Attack the fire from grade level Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what should be done before applying a transitional attack?

Aim the tip at the ground and open it to bleed any air Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, when should a defensive fire attack be utilized?

When the survival of trapped occupants is not possible Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what factors should be considered when deploying a defensive fire attack?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Which type of fire presents a unique access challenge to firefighters?

Cellar fires Signup and view all the answers

What is the initial strategic consideration when fire is showing in a cellar window?

Perform a transitional attack Signup and view all the answers

What can happen if the front basement window is ventilated before the engine is down the interior steps?

The fire will travel up the interior stairs Signup and view all the answers

What should be done before forcing the BILCO doors for access to a cellar?

Control access to the cellar from the interior Signup and view all the answers

What can be done if access to a cellar cannot be made from the exterior or interior?

Cut a hole in the floor and place an unmanned cellar pipe Signup and view all the answers

What temperature has been documented at the ceiling of the basement during a fire?

Over 1200 degrees Signup and view all the answers

What type of flooring material can remain deceivingly 'cool' during a fire?

Terrazzo Signup and view all the answers

What is the initial tactic for fighting an attic fire?

Play a straight stream up into the eaves from below Signup and view all the answers