Romeoville Fire Department Warehouse Operations Manual Quiz

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What is a critical step to take if access for vehicles does not exist at the rear of a building?

Focus on the front of the building only

Report to the Third Engine company

Conduct a 360-degree survey (correct)

Ignore the rear of the building

Which element is NOT considered in the Tactical Considerations of a building?

Occupancy/Time of Day

Size Objects on Roof

Type of Roof Deck (correct)

Number of occupied stories

In a BAG report regarding a fire, what does 'BAG' stand for?

Building Area Graph

Building Assessment Group

Basic Assessment Guide

Building, Fire Size, and Location (correct)

Which factor is important to consider when assessing the fire load of a building?

Large Amount of Contents in the building Signup and view all the answers

Why is reporting from the rear of a building particularly critical?

To determine any forcible entry concerns Signup and view all the answers

What is the Romeoville Fire Department's definition of a warehouse?

Any building or structure over 25,000 square feet that houses stock or is retail in nature Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following should NOT be done while en-route to a warehouse fire?

Develop a plan for extinguishing the fire before arrival Signup and view all the answers

Upon arrival at a warehouse fire, what should the first arriving suppression and truck companies be responsible for?

Rescue and removal of victims, locating/confining/extinguishing the fire Signup and view all the answers

What information should be determined while en-route to a warehouse fire?

Identify area water supply and location of F.D. connections Signup and view all the answers

What should be announced upon arrival at a warehouse fire?

Announce the plan of action (i.e. offensive or defensive strategy) Signup and view all the answers

Who assumes command of the incident upon arrival?

The Shift Commander Signup and view all the answers

What unit is requested to respond upon transmission of the Box Alarm?

The MABAS Mobile Ventilation Unit (MVU) Signup and view all the answers

Why should caution be used when extending farther into the building?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Who should be contacted according to the text?

The Village of Romeoville Building Department Signup and view all the answers

What role do support personnel assume upon arrival?

They assume a role directed by the incident commander Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended approach for establishing a backup line during an initial fire attack?

Establish a backup line after the initial attack line is in place Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a recommended action for firefighter safety in large structures?

Disregard potential overhead load hazards Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended approach for controlling building systems during a fire?

Gather keys and work with building maintenance to control systems Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a recommended action for controlling civilian traffic in the building?

Allow civilians to freely move within the building Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended approach for managing the sprinkler system during a fire?

Do not shut down the sprinkler system until overhaul is completed Signup and view all the answers