Romeoville Fire Department Manual 602 - Truck Company Operations
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What should be done when placing a second ladder at a structure fire?

  • Deploy it without any communication
  • Notify all responding units immediately (correct)
  • Avoid announcing the location
  • Secure it with ropes

    • When deploying as an engine company, what should the officer in charge advise the in-coming engine companies to do?

  • Deploy a ladder as well
  • Ignore the need for water supply
  • Lay a supply line forward (correct)
  • Focus only on suppression operations

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

  • To be utilized in defensive operations (correct)
  • To cool down surrounding structures
  • To assist in rescue operations
  • To initiate offensive operations

    • What should the driver-operator do unless needed to assist in obvious rescue situations?

    <p>Immediately locate the nearest hydrant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What special rigging can be used for hoisting and bridging according to the text?

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

    What information should the first arriving engine company convey to the driver-operator?

    <p>Details of the nearest hydrant location</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the Truck Companies according to the Romeoville Fire Department Manual?

    <p>Define roles and responsibilities of Truck Companies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum required staffing for Truck Companies as stated in the Romeoville Fire Department Manual?

    <p>Two personnel, one being a company officer or acting company officer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information should Truck Companies transmit upon arriving at an incident as per the Romeoville Fire Department Manual?

    <p>A brief initial report including size, height, occupancy, problem, and strategy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main frequency of communication mentioned for the Truck Companies in the Romeoville Fire Department Manual?

    <p>Red fireground</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what direction should Truck Companies place the apparatus according to the Romeoville Fire Department Manual?

    <p>In front of the building</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action does a Truck Company take if they are 'leading out a pre-connect through alpha and going offensive' according to the Romeoville Fire Department Manual?

    <p>They initiate an aggressive firefighting strategy</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Use the main ladder to get to the roof of the building</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a corner building scenario, what may the second truck utilize for the same purpose as the main ladder?

    <p>Secondary ladder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When a company arrives before an engine company, what duties and responsibilities do they assume?

    <p>Truck company duties and engine company duties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During positioning of the apparatus, what factors should be considered based on the text?

    <p>Potential obstacles like overhead wires and parked vehicles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should crews perform the rescue process according to the text?

    <p>Both interior methods and externally by aerial and ground ladders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the objectives of ventilation as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Enhancing life safety and promoting property conservation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the Truck during fire suppression operations?

    <p>Rescue persons trapped by hazardous conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Capability of the Truck company</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a crucial step for the Truck company in rescue calls and special operations?

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

    During fire suppression, what is one of the key responsibilities of the Truck regarding personnel and property?

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

    What should the Truck company do if it lacks the capability to safely perform a rescue operation?

    <p>Mobilize additional resources immediately</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what scenarios should the Truck company assist in rescue operations according to the text?

    <p>Above and below grade rescue, trench, confined space, ice and water rescue, elevator and machinery entrapment, vehicle extrication, and construction accidents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What tools should truck company members carry when going into a building?

    <p>An axe/striking tool, bar, and appropriate hook</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended equipment for roof work on peaked roofs that are not walkable?

    <p>Striking tools in addition to a saw</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When can the truck company split up and accomplish multiple tasks simultaneously?

    <p>If manpower permits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What acronym should Command Officers use for providing progress reports?

    <p>CAN (Conditions, Actions, Needs)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When determining the location of activated fire alarms, what method should be used?

    <p>Annunciator or fire alarm control panel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum number of members recommended for a roof team?

    <p>Two members</p> Signup and view all the answers

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