400-01 Residential Fires

Upon arrival, the first unit establishes command and manages the incident until a transfer or termination.

The Incident Command must ensure that all firefighters are wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

The Incident Commander assigns an Incident Safety Officer to oversee safety measures during the incident.

The Incident Commander is responsible for establishing and maintaining reliable water sources for fire suppression operations.

The default assignment for the first arriving engine is to conduct primary search if rescue is the immediate priority.

The default assignment for the first arriving engine is to conduct fire attack if rescue is not the immediate priority.

Every firefighter must ensure they act safely during operations and comply with all applicable Standard Operating Guidelines.

The deployment of units and their tasks may vary based on the specific nature and circumstances of each emergency incident.

The first engine on scene usually operates hoselines from its tank and passes water supply. However, if a hydrant is close enough, the engine may use the hydrant.

The evaluation of water supply is necessary for each incident and can be assigned to the second or third arriving engine based on the needs of water supply.

The initial rescue unit is assigned to provide additional support functions like fire attack assistance, primary search, backup line, RIC (Rapid Intervention Crew), ventilation, or laddering/softening the structure.

The second arriving engine offers support functions like back-up lines, water supply, RIC, ventilation, and laddering/softening the structure.

Similar to the second engine, the third arriving engine focuses on support functions such as back-up lines, water supply, RIC, ventilation, and laddering/softening the structure.

The second arriving rescue unit provides additional support functions like assisting with fire attack, medical care, primary search, backup lines, RIC, ventilation, or laddering/softening the structure.

The medical team reports to the incident command post with their stretcher and medical gear. After addressing emergency patients, they set up and run rehabilitation for firefighters.

The first arriving aerial unit's primary assignment is aerial operations, which include tasks like softening the structure, ventilation, and determining roof stability.

The first arriving chief officer takes over incident command if the situation is escalating or unstable. If the incident is stable, they may offer advice to the current incident commander.

The first arriving EMS captain is typically assigned as the Incident Safety Officer. They perform a 360-degree size-up of the structure and follow safety protocols.

The initial unit arriving at an incident assumes overall control, establishing 'Incident Command' and overseeing operations until a handover or termination occurs.

The first arriving unit reports its arrival status, including location and any initial observations of the incident.

When an aerial ladder apparatus is the first to arrive at an incident, the Company Officer must efficiently assess and decide if the aerial is needed or if an engine's pump is a better option.

The first-arriving unit establishes initial incident management, including assigning tasks to other arriving units and ensuring safety protocols are followed.

The first-arriving unit performs an initial assessment of the incident's hazards and resources, including but not limited to: the nature of the incident, number of occupants, whether a water source is available, appropriate equipment and personnel.

The Incident Commander is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the incident, ensuring its safe and efficient management.

The Incident Commander has to make sure that everyone on scene has the right safety gear (PPE) to protect them from hazards.

The Incident Commander needs to establish a reliable source of water for firefighting operations. This is crucial for putting out fires effectively.

The Incident Commander assigns a specific person whose job it is to make sure everyone is safe at the scene. They are the safety expert.

This rule is a safety measure that requires at least two firefighters to enter a hazardous area (like a burning building) and at least two others to remain outside ready for immediate rescue.

Company Officers are responsible for ensuring that all firefighters are aware of their performance metrics (benchmarks) and keeping track of progress against these goals.

Progress reports are a way to track how well a team or individual is performing against set goals.

Company Officers need to clearly and effectively communicate both the targets (benchmarks) and the updates on how well these targets are being reached (progress reports).

Benchmarks are specific goals or targets that are used to measure performance. They help to track progress and ensure that everyone is working towards the same objectives.

Company Officers provide progress reports to their team and superiors to keep everyone updated on the current status of goals and overall performance.

The first arriving Engine is typically responsible for either conducting a primary search (when rescue is the priority) or initiating the fire attack.

The first arriving Engine usually uses its onboard water tank to operate hoses, and then establishes a water supply line. However, if a hydrant is readily accessible, it may prioritize using that instead.

Depending on the incident's specific requirements, subsequent arriving Engines (second and third) primarily focus on supporting roles such as backup lines, water supply, rapid intervention crew (RIC), ventilation operations, or laddering/softening the structure.

The initial rescue unit is assigned supplementary tasks like fire attack assistance, primary search, establishing backup lines, providing rapid intervention (RIC), ventilation, or laddering/softening the structure.

If the Incident Commander is in a life-threatening environment (IDLH), the second arriving Company Officer must contact the Incident Commander to confirm if command needs to be transferred or if the officer should be assigned another task.

A life-threatening environment (IDLH) is any area where immediate danger to life exists due to hazardous materials or conditions. Firefighters may need to wear specialized breathing apparatus and protective gear in these areas.

The Incident Commander is the person in overall charge of the incident, responsible for safety, strategy, and coordinating all resources.

A Company Officer is typically a Captain or Lieutenant, responsible for managing a specific crew of firefighters and their tasks.

The transfer of command happens when the current Incident Commander is no longer able to effectively lead the incident, often due to safety concerns or other limitations.

Medical and Rehab units should be parked in a position that allows for efficient and quick departure for hospital transports.

The location and direction of parking Medical and Rehab units should make it easy for them to leave for hospital transports.

The location and direction of Medical and Rehab units should facilitate departures to hospitals.

When parking Medical and Rehab units consider how they will be used for hospital transports. The parking spot should be convenient for fast departure.

The parking of Medical and Rehab units should be planned with the ease of taking patients to the hospital in mind.

The Incident Safety Officer, typically the first arriving EMS Captain, must conduct a complete, 360-degree evaluation of the structure. They assess all potential hazards and dangers to ensure the safety of responders and those involved in the incident.

The Incident Safety Officer, usually held by the first arriving EMS Captain, is responsible for identifying and eliminating or mitigating any dangers or hazards present at an incident, ensuring the safety of all responders and those involved.

The Incident Safety Officer, often the first arriving EMS Captain, is responsible for conducting a 360-degree assessment of the scene, which is a comprehensive visual evaluation of the entire incident area.

The first arriving EMS Captain is assigned as the Incident Safety Officer at the scene. This responsibility ensures the well-being of all responders and those involved by identifying and eliminating any potential hazards.