SNFO #4 Abandon/Withdraw from building

What is the primary purpose of the 'Abandon the Building' procedure?

Who can initiate the 'Abandon the Building' order?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.