SNFO #4 Abandon/Withdraw from building
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What is the primary purpose of the 'Abandon the Building' procedure?

  • To initiate a controlled evacuation of personnel
  • To enable a thorough search of the building for trapped individuals
  • To ensure interior personnel retreat to safety due to imminent danger (correct)
  • To promote a defensive exterior attack strategy

Who can initiate the 'Abandon the Building' order?

  • Only the Incident Commander
  • Any officer aware of an imminent hazard (correct)
  • Dispatch personnel monitoring the situation
  • Only the Chief Officer on duty

What must occur when the 'Abandon the Building' order is given?

  • The Incident Commander must complete a structural assessment first
  • A Personnel Accountability Report should be conducted post-evacuation (correct)
  • Personnel must prepare for a controlled interior attack
  • Interior crews must sound their air horn for at least fifteen seconds

What should be done immediately after personnel evacuate during an 'Abandon the Building' order?

<p>Report their evacuation status to their supervisor (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following conditions would justify issuing an 'Abandon the Building' order?

<p>An imminent building collapse (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During a 'Withdraw from the Building' order, what is the company officer required to do?

<p>Acknowledge the order and assemble the crew for exit (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct sequence of actions following the 'Abandon the Building' signal?

<p>Evacuate, conduct a PAR, report status (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'emergency traffic' refer to in these procedures?

<p>Urgent communication regarding immediate safety actions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Abandon the Building

An emergency order to immediately evacuate all interior personnel from a building due to imminent danger.

Incident Commander

The individual responsible for coordinating and overseeing all aspects of a fire incident.

Personnel Accountability Report (PAR)

A procedure to ensure all personnel are accounted for after an emergency situation or order.

Abandon the Building Tone

The signal used to notify all personnel of an "Abandon the Building" order.

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Withdraw from the Building

A rapid and organized exit from a building, used when immediate evacuation is necessary but a less dangerous situation exists compared to an "Abandon the Building" order.

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Company Officer/Team Leader

The individual in charge of a specific fire crew or team within a building.

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Emergency Traffic

The use of specialized communication channels and procedures for emergency situations, including "Abandon the Building" orders.

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Defensive Exterior Attack

A situation where firefighters switch from an offensive attack (entering the building) to a defensive attack (fighting the fire from the outside).

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Study Notes

Southern Nevada Fire Operations - Abandon Building/Withdrawal Procedures

  • Purpose: Provides guidelines for evacuating buildings during emergencies.

  • Abandon Building Order: Used when immediate personnel withdrawal is crucial for safety, due to potential building collapse, explosion, or other hazardous conditions

  • Triggers:

    • Building collapse
    • Potential explosion
    • Hazardous conditions requiring a change to defensive exterior attack from interior attack.

  • Initiation:

    • Commander or other officer can initiate the order if an imminent hazard threatens personnel safety.
    • The officer must specify the hazard and location.
    • The Incident Commander instructs the dispatcher to sound a specific "Abandon Building" tone, repeated twice.
    • Fire apparatus air horns sound for a minimum of 15 seconds.

  • Actions for Interior Crews:

    • Immediate evacuation to a safe area.
    • Personnel Accountability Report (PAR) / Roll Call.
    • Report location and status to their supervisor.

  • Incident Commander's Role: Once the order is given, the Incident Commander conducts a complete roll call of personnel.

  • Withdrawal Order: An organized rapid exit. Company officers/team leaders acknowledge the order, assemble their crew, and promptly evacuate to a safe location. After exiting, a roll call must be completed and command is notified.

  • Evacuation: A separate assignment for removing remaining victims or occupants from unsafe areas.

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This quiz covers the guidelines for abandoning buildings during emergencies in Southern Nevada. It outlines the procedures and triggers for evacuating personnel to ensure safety from potential hazards like building collapse or explosions. Test your knowledge on the emergency protocols and actions required for effective withdrawal during critical situations.

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