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What is the required radio designation for the three-member Rescue team?
What is the required radio designation for the three-member Rescue team?
- Rescue (correct)
- Rescue Alpha
- Rescue One
- Rescue Team
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for the backup team before entering a hot zone?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for the backup team before entering a hot zone?
- They must have full PPE.
- They must be operating hose lines. (correct)
- They must be equipped with SCBA.
- They must have a radio.
What should be done if entry into a hot zone is necessary but the backup team is not assembled?
What should be done if entry into a hot zone is necessary but the backup team is not assembled?
- Notify incoming crews of your intentions and location. (correct)
- Wait for additional personnel to arrive.
- Conduct routine primary searches immediately.
- Proceed without notifying anyone.
Under what circumstance can interior firefighting commence without an assembled backup team?
Under what circumstance can interior firefighting commence without an assembled backup team?
Which of the following best describes the backup team's role?
Which of the following best describes the backup team's role?
When reporting a member's status, what format should be used?
When reporting a member's status, what format should be used?
Which of these statements is true regarding essential duties of team members?
Which of these statements is true regarding essential duties of team members?
What is meant by a 'hot zone' in firefighting operations?
What is meant by a 'hot zone' in firefighting operations?
What is the primary concern when parking near a hazardous materials incident?
What is the primary concern when parking near a hazardous materials incident?
Which action should be taken first when establishing command at a fire scene?
Which action should be taken first when establishing command at a fire scene?
What is the minimum hose length recommended for surrounding a vehicle during a fire attack?
What is the minimum hose length recommended for surrounding a vehicle during a fire attack?
What type of stream should be used initially for a vehicle fire involving gasoline?
What type of stream should be used initially for a vehicle fire involving gasoline?
During the termination phase of an incident, what is a key action that must be performed?
During the termination phase of an incident, what is a key action that must be performed?
What should be used to establish a safety zone around the incident?
What should be used to establish a safety zone around the incident?
What is the primary responsibility of the second ladder company upon arrival at a scene?
What is the primary responsibility of the second ladder company upon arrival at a scene?
Which protective gear is essential to use in smoke-filled areas?
Which protective gear is essential to use in smoke-filled areas?
What is one of the recommended alternative extinguishing agents for fire attack and overhaul?
What is one of the recommended alternative extinguishing agents for fire attack and overhaul?
In the context of crew assignments, when is roof ventilation considered the number one priority?
In the context of crew assignments, when is roof ventilation considered the number one priority?
Which tool selection is essential for a complicated forcible entry task?
Which tool selection is essential for a complicated forcible entry task?
What should a crew do if they encounter hidden fire during their operations?
What should a crew do if they encounter hidden fire during their operations?
What is a key protocol for accountability within ladder companies?
What is a key protocol for accountability within ladder companies?
When should thermal imaging cameras be deployed?
When should thermal imaging cameras be deployed?
What is the suggested approach regarding aerial apparatus placement?
What is the suggested approach regarding aerial apparatus placement?
How should incoming truck companies be organized during a multiple alarm situation?
How should incoming truck companies be organized during a multiple alarm situation?
What makes gasoline particularly difficult to extinguish?
What makes gasoline particularly difficult to extinguish?
Which of the following is NOT a type of Master Stream appliance?
Which of the following is NOT a type of Master Stream appliance?
What is the flow rate range of Master Streams as defined in the guidelines?
What is the flow rate range of Master Streams as defined in the guidelines?
What is the primary reason for not introducing Master Streams into a structure during interior firefighting operations?
What is the primary reason for not introducing Master Streams into a structure during interior firefighting operations?
Which of the following is considered a hazardous cargo that firefighters must be cautious of?
Which of the following is considered a hazardous cargo that firefighters must be cautious of?
Which hazard is associated with vehicle fires?
Which hazard is associated with vehicle fires?
What is the main purpose of the unit regarding Master Streams for BFD personnel?
What is the main purpose of the unit regarding Master Streams for BFD personnel?
Why is personal safety emphasized during operations involving Master Streams?
Why is personal safety emphasized during operations involving Master Streams?
What natural factor can be utilized to increase the vertical reach of a fire stream?
What natural factor can be utilized to increase the vertical reach of a fire stream?
Which nozzle pressure is recommended for a solid stream?
Which nozzle pressure is recommended for a solid stream?
What is one of the primary advantages of using a straight stream during firefighting?
What is one of the primary advantages of using a straight stream during firefighting?
What characteristic of fog streams helps reduce risk to exposures?
What characteristic of fog streams helps reduce risk to exposures?
How can tail winds affect the effectiveness of a master stream?
How can tail winds affect the effectiveness of a master stream?
What should firefighters be particularly cautious of when using solid streams?
What should firefighters be particularly cautious of when using solid streams?
Which factor contributes to the arc or curve of a fire stream?
Which factor contributes to the arc or curve of a fire stream?
In what scenario would fog streams be particularly beneficial?
In what scenario would fog streams be particularly beneficial?
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Study Notes
Rescue Team Procedures
- Rescue Company follows the same procedures as Truck Company when splitting into two teams, but one team has three members
- Radio designations are “Rescue” and “Rescue Alpha”
Back Up Team
- Before any team enters a hot zone, a two-person back up team must be in place
- Back up team must be fully equipped and ready to assist the entry team
- Back up team cannot be performing other essential duties at the time they are standing by
- Back up team exception: immediate action must be taken to save a life or prevent serious injury
Second Ladder Company
- Position apparatus in a non-committed area
- Report to the Incident Commander as one team
- Report with proper tool selection for the assignment
Crew Assignment for Second Ladder Company
- Roof ventilation is the #1 priority
- Additional forcible entry requirements
- Supplement ventilation needs: expand horizontal ventilation, vertical ventilation of roof
- Check exposures for extension
- Check for hidden fire
- General overhaul and salvage duties
- Check utilities
Universal Considerations for Ladder Companies
- Report to the Incident Commander for orders
- Apparatus placement for aerial work must be considered
- Flat roof operations
- Ladder company should be part of the truck company size-up
- If aerial is to be used a member must be at the turntable and the pump panel
- Thermal imaging camera will be deployed at all structure fires
- Report to Incident Commander/Accountability Officer any change in floor level within a structure
- Report in/out of structure through Command Post/Accountability Officer
- Keep crew intact, Officer is to know where each member of the crew is
- Additional incoming truck companies shall stage and wait for orders
- General tool selection must reflect the assignment and type of structure
Parking Guidelines
- Park uphill, upwind
- Stay out of spills, from under wires, out of smoke
- For hazardous cargo, use D.O.T. guidelines for suggested zones
Dispatch Notification
- Situation found, actions being taken
- Additional resources needed
- Notifications i.e. police, State troopers, power company, EMS
Engine Company Fire Attack
- Hose Stretch - Minimum of 100’ of 1¾” hose
- Stream Use - Depending on conditions, stream should initially be operated from an extended range and slowly worked in
- Forcible Entry / Overhaul - May be needed to open doors, trunk, cargo area
- Alternate extinguishing agents can be used
Termination of Engine Company Fire Attack
- Collect and record all pertinent information
- Secure area
- Terminate Command
- Return to quarters, Truck Officer to do paper work
Vehicle Fire General Safety Issues
- Establish a safety zone
- Protective gear
- Potential Dangers: traffic, fuel tanks, alternate fuels, exploding of bumpers, struts, shocks, batteries, tires, hazardous cargo
Master Streams
- Master Streams include Ladder Pipes, Blitzfire Monitors and fixed Turrets on Engines
- Master Streams are used in circumstances where smaller hand lines are not sufficient
- Master Streams are used in defensive operations
- No master stream shall be introduced into a structure where interior firefighting operations are being performed!
Master Stream Purpose
- To make BFD personnel aware of the benefits and inherent dangers of the use of Master Streams
Master Stream Definition
- Master Streams are heavy caliber hose streams using fixed/portable appliances rated at 400-1000+ GPM
Master Stream Vertical Reach
- Streams can be directed into upper floors of multi-storied buildings
- Can penetrate into floor areas when used at the proper angle
Factors Affecting Master Streams
- Gravity creates a natural arc
- Tail Wind increases horizontal range
- Head Wind increases vertical reach
- Proper pressure at the tip
Solid Stream Benefits
- Solid streams deliver more water with greater punch power
- Solid streams can tear apart a building and perform “Hydraulic Overhaul”
- Solid stream can also cause serious damage to anything in its path, including exposure buildings and their components
Fog Stream Benefits
- Fog stream creates a water curtain to protects exposures and buildings in danger
- Fog stream can be used to cool a Storage Tank from a distance
- Fog stream has limitations that should be noted
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