202.12A Salvage

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What is the primary purpose of salvage operations?

To remove all contents from a burning building

To provide medical aid to injured individuals

To control loss by reasonable expedient means (correct)

To investigate the cause of the fire

What is included in salvage operations?

Providing medical aid to injured firefighters

Only stopping direct fire damage

Conducting fire safety inspections

Stopping direct and indirect fire damage, and mitigating effects of firefighting operations (correct)

What is the role of command in salvage operations?

To supervise salvage operation teams

To provide medical aid to injured individuals

To provide for salvage at all fires or other incidents posing potential damage to property (correct)

To investigate the cause of the fire

What is a common method used in salvage operations?

Covering building contents with salvage covers or plastic Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of grouping contents in the center of rooms?

To provide maximum practical protection Signup and view all the answers

Why are salvage operations aimed at controlling loss?

To minimize damage to property Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of unsuccessful salvage operations?

Increased damage to property Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of raising contents off the floor during salvage operations?

To provide maximum practical protection Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary consideration when performing salvage operations?

The replacement price and value of the contents Signup and view all the answers

In which areas should salvage efforts begin?

Areas directly adjacent to or below the fire area Signup and view all the answers

What is the key to successful salvage?

Distinguishing between excessive damage and required damage Signup and view all the answers

Why should an early request for manpower and salvage equipment be made?

To reduce the potential damage incurred during firefighting activities Signup and view all the answers

What should be considered when determining salvage priorities?

The value and priority of the items or areas Signup and view all the answers

What is a common salvage equipment used?

Salvage covers and boxes Signup and view all the answers

Why should the property owner be allowed to be escorted through the building by Fire Department personnel?

To identify high value/priority items or areas Signup and view all the answers

What should be balanced to reduce the potential damage incurred during firefighting activities?

Reasonable loss control activities and damage reduction Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Phoenix Regional Standard Operating Procedures: Salvage

Purpose

This policy outlines guidelines for conducting salvage operations during fires or other incidents to mitigate damage and loss.

Salvage Objectives

Reasonably stop or reduce sources of damage
Reasonably protect or remove contents

Command and Salvage Operations

Command will provide for salvage at all fires or incidents posing potential damage to property
Salvage operations may include:
- Early smoke removal
- Covering building contents with salvage covers or plastic
- Removing contents to a safe location
- Grouping contents in the center of rooms, raising them off the floor, and covering for maximum protection

Factors to Consider in Salvage Operations

Type, value, and location of contents
Extent and location of the fire
Recognition of existing and potential damage sources
Estimate of required resource

Extent and Location of Fire

Salvage efforts should begin in areas most severely threatened by damage
Additional salvage activities can expand outward until all areas of potential loss are secured

Recognition of Existing and Potential Damage Sources

All firefighting activities have the potential to damage property and contents
The key to successful salvage is to distinguish between excessive damage and required damage to reduce potential fire damage

Type, Value, and Location of Contents

Replacement price and value should be primary considerations in salvage operations
Salvage crews should consider both the worth (value) and dollar cost of items

Estimate of Required Resource

An early request for manpower and salvage equipment can significantly reduce loss
The first company assigned to salvage should consider size-up factors and request sufficient resources to stabilize the situation

Salvage Equipment

Common salvage equipment includes:
- Salvage covers and boxes
- Rolled plastic
- Hall runners
- Brooms and squeegees

Customer Service

Command and/or the Sector Officer should meet with the property owner or responsible party to determine salvage priorities
Allowing the property owner/occupant to be escorted through the building by Fire Department personnel can be of great assistance to the loss control operation.

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This quiz covers the salvage policy of Phoenix Regional's Standard Operating Procedures, including its purpose, scope, and related policies.