Romeoville Fire Department Manual 602 - Truck Company Operations
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What is the minimum staffing requirement for Truck companies according to the Romeoville Fire Department manual?

  • Two personnel (correct)
  • One personnel
  • Four personnel
  • Three personnel

    • What primary information should be transmitted by the Truck Company upon arrival at an incident scene?

  • Make and model of the apparatus
  • Names of all personnel on board
  • Height and occupancy of the building (correct)
  • Color of the building

    • In the Romeoville Fire Department manual, what does 'defensive' strategy refer to?

  • Extinguishing the fire from a distance using specialized equipment (correct)
  • Being assertive in command decisions
  • Setting up a perimeter and containing the fire
  • Engaging directly with the fire in an offensive manner

    • What is the primary objective regarding vehicle placement for Truck Companies at an incident scene?

    <p>To position the apparatus in front of the building</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required before a Truck Company switches to a tactical channel according to the Romeoville Fire Department manual?

    <p>Identifying &amp; Naming Command</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What situation would prompt a Truck Company to transmit 'nothing showing' as part of their initial report?

    <p>Complete absence of smoke or fire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective if placing the apparatus in front of the building is not possible?

    <p>Spot the apparatus to utilize the main ladder to get to the roof</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a corner building scenario, what can the second truck do?

    <p>Utilize their main ladder for roof access</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When arriving before an engine company, how will the company position the apparatus?

    <p>As a truck company and take on engine company duties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be considered when positioning the apparatus?

    <p>Potential objectives and egress/access</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should crews conduct search and rescue operations?

    <p>{{C}}onducted in minimum two person teams</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of ventilation as mentioned in the text?

    <p>{{T}}o enhance life safety and assist fire confinement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary use of elevated fire streams according to the text?

    <p>Defensive operations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what situations should the driver-operator locate the nearest hydrant according to the text?

    <p>Immediately upon arrival unless assisting in rescue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the officer in charge of an engine company advise in-coming engine companies about?

    <p>The need to supply or augment the suppression operation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What technique should be used for hoisting and bridging according to the text?

    <p>Special Riggings &quot;A&quot; frame ladder formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the announced purpose of placing a second ladder at a structure fire according to the text?

    <p>To create an alternate escape route</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When operating as an Engine Company, what is the responsibility of the first arriving company according to the text?

    <p>Relay operational details via radio to all responding units</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal when utilizing the First Due Truck during fire suppression operations?

    <p>Locate, confine, and extinguish</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should the Truck company proceed with a rescue operation?

    <p>If they have sufficient equipment and manpower</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done by the Truck company while awaiting additional resources for a rescue operation?

    <p>Stabilize patient and scene if possible</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During defensive operations using elevated master streams, what determines whether the Truck apparatus will utilize its own pump?

    <p>Whether it has sufficient equipment and manpower</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Truck company responsible for in relation to other fire units operating at an incident?

    <p>Protecting exposure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What additional support personnel are required for rescue calls and special operations?

    <p>Adequate support personnel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of ventilation during a fire attack?

    <p>To create a flow path for heat and smoke to escape the structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements regarding forcible entry is correct?

    <p>Forcible entry should be coordinated with the fire attack company to prevent unexpected flow paths</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a method of ventilation mentioned in the text?

    <p>Positive pressure ventilation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During overhaul operations, what is the primary objective?

    <p>To ensure complete extinguishment and prevent rekindling of the fire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following utilities is NOT mentioned in the text as requiring control during fire operations?

    <p>Telecommunications (e.g., phone, internet)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of utilizing ground ladders during fire operations?

    <p>To access the roof for vertical ventilation operations</p> Signup and view all the answers

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