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What is the recommended vehicle placement for the second due engine when staging at an incident?
What is the recommended vehicle placement for the second due engine when staging at an incident?
- Right behind the first due engine
- Directly next to the first engine
- At the opposite end of the block
- 300 feet from the attack hydrant (correct)
In what direction should the second engine be facing when committing to the scene?
In what direction should the second engine be facing when committing to the scene?
- Same direction as the first engine
- Towards the fire building
- Parallel to the first engine
- Opposite direction of the first engine (correct)
What is the primary objective of the second engine arriving at an incident?
What is the primary objective of the second engine arriving at an incident?
- Lead Out a Second Line (correct)
- Secure immediate access to the fire building
- Prepare for backup firefighting
- Assist in obtaining a hydrant
What role can the second engine engineer play in assisting the first engine?
What role can the second engine engineer play in assisting the first engine?
When should the second engine consider taking a second water supply?
When should the second engine consider taking a second water supply?
What should be the position of the tailboard of the second engine when facing a fire building?
What should be the position of the tailboard of the second engine when facing a fire building?
What is one of the three things the second line should be focused on?
What is one of the three things the second line should be focused on?
Why should option two be communicated appropriately to the first engine?
Why should option two be communicated appropriately to the first engine?
What is a key reason for spotting a second hydrant in the opposite direction of the first engine?
What is a key reason for spotting a second hydrant in the opposite direction of the first engine?
When should the second engine engineer announce on the radio that they have a good hydrant?
When should the second engine engineer announce on the radio that they have a good hydrant?
What is a secondary objective that the second engine company can undertake?
What is a secondary objective that the second engine company can undertake?
What should the second engine company avoid doing when conducting a primary search?
What should the second engine company avoid doing when conducting a primary search?
What is the primary objective of the first arriving engine company?
What is the primary objective of the first arriving engine company?
Which tools are mentioned as required for the first arriving engine company?
Which tools are mentioned as required for the first arriving engine company?
What should members do with tools that are not needed during entry?
What should members do with tools that are not needed during entry?
What secondary objective can the engine company conduct while moving towards the seat of the fire?
What secondary objective can the engine company conduct while moving towards the seat of the fire?
When should the first engine company conduct a primary search?
When should the first engine company conduct a primary search?
What should be included in the arrival report of the second due Engine?
What should be included in the arrival report of the second due Engine?
What is the main purpose of the Romeoville Fire Department Manual 601 Category 600?
What is the main purpose of the Romeoville Fire Department Manual 601 Category 600?
According to the manual, how many personnel must be present in a Truck company under staffing constraints?
According to the manual, how many personnel must be present in a Truck company under staffing constraints?
What information should an Engine Company transmit upon arriving at an incident scene as per the manual?
What information should an Engine Company transmit upon arriving at an incident scene as per the manual?
What action should an Engine Company take if no additional resources are needed at the incident scene?
What action should an Engine Company take if no additional resources are needed at the incident scene?
In fire suppression operations, where should the First Due Engine place their vehicle according to the manual?
In fire suppression operations, where should the First Due Engine place their vehicle according to the manual?
When should an Engine Company switch to a tactical channel as specified in the manual?
When should an Engine Company switch to a tactical channel as specified in the manual?
What does the CAN acronym stand for when providing progress reports to Command Officers?
What does the CAN acronym stand for when providing progress reports to Command Officers?
How should firefighters handle Hazardous Materials Incidents according to the manual?
How should firefighters handle Hazardous Materials Incidents according to the manual?
In Emergency Medical Incidents, how should firefighters respond?
In Emergency Medical Incidents, how should firefighters respond?
What should be done upon arrival at an Activated Fire Alarm location?
What should be done upon arrival at an Activated Fire Alarm location?
What is the primary purpose of providing progress reports to Command Officers?
What is the primary purpose of providing progress reports to Command Officers?
What is the recommended approach to begin operations in Hazardous Materials Incidents?
What is the recommended approach to begin operations in Hazardous Materials Incidents?
