St.Johns County Fire Rescue SOG Chapter 1 Residential Structure Fire Quiz

44 Questions

What is the minimum number of members that should be assembled before initiating interior search or firefighting operations?

What is the exception to the minimum member requirement for initiating interior search or firefighting operations?

If there is an imminent life-threatening situation where immediate action may prevent loss of life or serious injury

What is the first choice for ventilation strategy?

Natural horizontal ventilation

What is the primary goal of the 'Salvage & Overhaul' phase?

The conservation of property

What is the primary purpose of the Rapid Intervention Team (RIT)?

To rescue trapped or injured firefighters

What is the primary purpose of the Rehabilitation Sector?

To rotate crews and provide rest and hydration

What is the primary strategic goal of the 'Attack/Extinguishment' phase?

Confine and extinguish the fire

What is a key consideration for the incident commander when 'reading smoke'?

Predicting hostile fire events like flashover or smoke explosion

What is a key concern with lightweight construction in residential structures?

Potential for rapid collapse

What is the primary strategy for the 'Attack/Extinguishment' phase?

Offensive strategy

What is the main purpose of the guide mentioned in the text?

To outline safety procedures for handling residential structure fires

Who is responsible for determining changes to strategy and tactics during a structure fire incident?

Company officers and/or incident command

Which type of buildings are predominantly covered in the guide referenced in the text?

Single and multi-family dwellings

What is the essential requirement for all personnel when responding to residential structure fires?

Wearing full personal protective equipment (PPE) including SCBA

When should bunker gear be donned by personnel responding to a residential structure fire?

Prior to apparatus response

Why does the guide allow for changes to strategy and tactics during a structure fire incident?

To promote consistency, effectiveness, order, and safety

What is the most common attack line size for single family dwelling fires?

1.75 inch line

For larger fires, what size hose line may be applicable?

2.5 inch line

What should crews check prior to entry into a structure?

The overhead to see if fire has control of the attic space

What is the primary objective of overhaul operations?

To extinguish hidden fires with minimum damage and prevent rekindling

What should be worn during overhaul operations, as determined by the Incident Commander?

Appropriate PPE including SCBA

What is the responsibility of the first-due engine company during a structure fire?

Establish a water supply (if warranted) and deploy the attack line

What is the responsibility of SJCFR officers regarding the guideline mentioned in the text?

To train their personnel to follow the guideline

What action should the first due engine and rescue take upon responding to a fire?

Provide an initial 3-sided size up by pulling past the fire building

Who is responsible for establishing a water supply if not already done upon arrival?

The first arriving engine's company officer unless 2nd is warranted

What should unassigned units do upon arriving at the scene of an incident?

Park their apparatus at level two staging or before the incident

What is considered the highest priority at all structure fires according to the text?

Rescue of entrapped occupants

What mode should command be established in when there is nothing showing at the scene?

Investigation Mode

What does the text highlight as crucial to the success of the operation?

Establishing an efficient water supply

What must be done if immediate rescue is imminent according to the text?

Proceed directly to fire and direct incoming units to establish water supply.

What should the first arriving engine communicate to the second arriving engine?

Their water supply intentions

In a situation with a standpipe or sprinkler system, where should an apparatus be positioned?

For rapid supply to the FDC

What is the preferred position for the ladder company at fires in single family dwellings?

At the front of the structure

What should units arriving after the ladder company be cognizant of?

Ground ladder deployment

What is the focus of a Heavy Rescue (Squad) unit in its response?

Firefighter down element

What is the primary purpose of forcible entry according to the text?

To gain access to the structure for the interior attack team

Which area of the structure should be searched first during the primary search?

The area near and above the fire

What is the primary purpose of ventilation according to the text?

To support the primary search and rescue operations

Which type of fire is considered to have the greatest potential for fire extension throughout the structure?

Fires involving both contents and structural members

What is the primary consideration when venting for life according to the text?

Removing windows in the area of the reported or suspected occupants

What is the primary consideration when venting for fire according to the text?

Removing windows in the area where the fire can be seen or smoke is most concentrated

What is the primary consideration when using ladders for ventilation according to the text?

Leaving a couple of ladders in place to provide a means of egress for interior crews

What is the primary reason for establishing a secondary means of egress during interior operations?

To allow the interior crews to maintain a safe means of retreat

What order are the benchmarks listed?

Primary all clear, fire under control, PAR, Secondary all clear

Study Notes

Residential Structure Fire Response

Purpose: Provide a general direction for structural firefighting strategy, tactics, and considerations for St. Johns County Fire Rescue personnel.
Scope: Applies to all personnel; provides guidelines for managing residential structure fires.

Initial Response

First due officer determines water supply location, safety hazards, and develops a preliminary action plan.
First due engine and rescue respond directly to the fire.
Apparatus positioning: pull past the fire building for an initial 3-sided size-up, considering apparatus exposure and ladder placement.
Establishment of water supply is critical; first due engine responsible for accomplishing this strategy.

Arrival and Communication

Units arriving at the scene shall announce "on scene" over the radio.
Rescue units report to command in full PPE.
Unassigned units park at level two staging or in a position that does not impede ingress or egress to the incident.

Command and Strategy

Command priorities:
- Rescue
- Exposures
- Ventilation
- Extinguish
- Salvage and Overhaul
Strategies listed by priority:
- Rescue: life safety and rescue of entrapped occupants
- Exposures: protection of exposures with handlines or master streams
- Ventilation: varies by fire location and conditions
- Extinguish: confine and extinguish the fire through rapid advancement of an interior attack line
- Salvage and Overhaul: conservation of property and mitigation of damage

Tactics and Considerations

Reading smoke: an important skill for incident commanders to predict flashover or smoke explosion.
Fire travel in residential structures affected by construction methods (balloon frame, platform frame, lightweight construction).
Factors to consider in determining strategy:
- Rescue
- Building construction
- Time of burn
- Manpower
- Water supply

Forcible Entry and Primary Search

Forcible entry: initiate a primary search and allow access for the advancing interior attack team.
Primary search: quickly conduct an aggressive interior primary search, focusing on areas near the fire and means of egress.

Ventilation

Tasks of laddering and ventilation require prompt attention, as ordered by the incident commander.
"Venting for life" and "venting for fire" are the general determining factors for ventilation.

Fire Attack

Interior attack line deployed to extinguish the main body of the fire while protecting occupants and firefighters.
Two types of interior fires: fires involving only contents and fires involving contents and structural members.

Overhaul and Salvage

Protect and preserve evidence for the inspector.
Command works with homeowners and occupants on salvage of possessions.
Request Red Cross notification through Fire Rescue Communications to those who require assistance.

Defensive Strategy

Exterior attack directed to first reduce fire extension and then bring the fire under control.
Modes can change throughout the incident (e.g., offensive to defensive or defensive to offensive).

Test your knowledge on the guidelines outlined in Chapter 1 of the St.Johns County Fire Rescue Standard Operating Procedure (SOG) for Residential Structure Fires. This quiz covers procedures and protocols for dealing with single and multi-family dwellings during fire incidents.

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