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Which type of construction is classified as Type V in preincident planning?
Which type of construction is classified as Type V in preincident planning?
What factors are considered primary factors in structural firefighting?
What factors are considered primary factors in structural firefighting?
What is the NFPA 1710 objective for turnout time for fire and special operations response?
What is the NFPA 1710 objective for turnout time for fire and special operations response?
Which load is defined as the load imposed on structural members by the building and permanent attachments?
Which load is defined as the load imposed on structural members by the building and permanent attachments?
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What is the recommended method for moving occupants to safety during a fire incident?
What is the recommended method for moving occupants to safety during a fire incident?
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What characterizes balloon construction in frame buildings?
What characterizes balloon construction in frame buildings?
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What is a common error in preparing a preincident plan?
What is a common error in preparing a preincident plan?
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What does the term 'collapse zone' refer to in preincident planning?
What does the term 'collapse zone' refer to in preincident planning?
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Which construction type is characterized as fire resistive?
Which construction type is characterized as fire resistive?
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Which of the following best describes frame buildings constructed prior to 1940?
Which of the following best describes frame buildings constructed prior to 1940?
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What weight does one gallon of water have in pounds?
What weight does one gallon of water have in pounds?
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What is the primary focus of an incident action plan?
What is the primary focus of an incident action plan?
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Which of the following is considered both an operational priority and a tactical objective?
Which of the following is considered both an operational priority and a tactical objective?
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Which option is NOT typically included in alarm information during dispatch?
Which option is NOT typically included in alarm information during dispatch?
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What is the general structure of size up chronology?
What is the general structure of size up chronology?
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Which section of the National Incident Management System (NIMS) is responsible for overseeing the logistics of an incident?
Which section of the National Incident Management System (NIMS) is responsible for overseeing the logistics of an incident?
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What is considered the most effective form of communication during firefighting operations?
What is considered the most effective form of communication during firefighting operations?
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What is the primary objective of structural firefighting?
What is the primary objective of structural firefighting?
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In the sequence of size-up during a firefighting operation, what is the first item to consider?
In the sequence of size-up during a firefighting operation, what is the first item to consider?
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Which task is normally assigned to truck companies in structural firefighting?
Which task is normally assigned to truck companies in structural firefighting?
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When an imminent total collapse occurs, what do collapse zones represent?
When an imminent total collapse occurs, what do collapse zones represent?
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What is a significant disadvantage of using aerial apparatus as portable standpipes?
What is a significant disadvantage of using aerial apparatus as portable standpipes?
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What does John Coleman recommend if a hose stream does not darken down a fire within a specified time frame?
What does John Coleman recommend if a hose stream does not darken down a fire within a specified time frame?
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What type of standpipe system is filled with pressurized air or nitrogen and automatically admits water when a discharge is opened?
What type of standpipe system is filled with pressurized air or nitrogen and automatically admits water when a discharge is opened?
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What is the common allowance for friction loss in psi for standpipe system piping?
What is the common allowance for friction loss in psi for standpipe system piping?
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Which type of foam is considered effective for enhancing water's performance and adhering to structures?
Which type of foam is considered effective for enhancing water's performance and adhering to structures?
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What is the primary means of fire extension from building to building once the flame front expands?
What is the primary means of fire extension from building to building once the flame front expands?
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What is one way to reduce water damage during firefighting operations?
What is one way to reduce water damage during firefighting operations?
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What term refers to the decision-making process used by the incident commander in situations with limited information?
What term refers to the decision-making process used by the incident commander in situations with limited information?
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In administrative decision making, what aspect is emphasized compared to recognition primed decision making?
In administrative decision making, what aspect is emphasized compared to recognition primed decision making?
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What should a company officer do when faced with complex situations requiring assumption of command?
What should a company officer do when faced with complex situations requiring assumption of command?
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What is the recommended action for a first in engine company when laying attack lines?
What is the recommended action for a first in engine company when laying attack lines?
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What is the anticipated risk increase for firefighters in manufacturing occupancies compared to residences?
What is the anticipated risk increase for firefighters in manufacturing occupancies compared to residences?
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How long should structural collapse be anticipated when a heavy volume of fire has been burning out of control?
How long should structural collapse be anticipated when a heavy volume of fire has been burning out of control?
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What is the proper collapse zone for a building during a fire incident?
What is the proper collapse zone for a building during a fire incident?
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What materials are primarily involved in the fuel load for most structure fires?
What materials are primarily involved in the fuel load for most structure fires?
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What is the recommended amount of water firefighters should drink while awaiting calls?
What is the recommended amount of water firefighters should drink while awaiting calls?
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What is the primary responsibility of all companies working at the scene of an emergency?
What is the primary responsibility of all companies working at the scene of an emergency?
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What is the primary cause of injury in fire ground fatalities?
What is the primary cause of injury in fire ground fatalities?
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What is necessary for reaching gothic style churches during fire operations?
What is necessary for reaching gothic style churches during fire operations?
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What is the safe distance established for a collapse zone based on building height?
What is the safe distance established for a collapse zone based on building height?
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Which NFPA standard addresses the training goals for water supply and discharge through two hose lines?
Which NFPA standard addresses the training goals for water supply and discharge through two hose lines?
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What principle played a significant role in enhancing productivity during the Industrial Revolution?
What principle played a significant role in enhancing productivity during the Industrial Revolution?
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During which type of attack are truck company activities limited to providing ladder pipes and elevated master streams?
During which type of attack are truck company activities limited to providing ladder pipes and elevated master streams?
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What formula can be used to estimate average response times if computer models are not available?
What formula can be used to estimate average response times if computer models are not available?
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What is often considered to be a more significant factor in the failure of fire operations than a lack of water?
What is often considered to be a more significant factor in the failure of fire operations than a lack of water?
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Which tactic may be prioritized over extinguishing a fire on rare occasions?
Which tactic may be prioritized over extinguishing a fire on rare occasions?
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What can occur within buildings when roof structures are suspect?
What can occur within buildings when roof structures are suspect?
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What percentage of all fire ground fatalities could have been prevented with a properly staffed RIC?
What percentage of all fire ground fatalities could have been prevented with a properly staffed RIC?
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What is the primary action that the first in engine crew should focus on in urgent circumstances?
What is the primary action that the first in engine crew should focus on in urgent circumstances?
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What is crucial for successful positive pressure venting in a fire operation?
What is crucial for successful positive pressure venting in a fire operation?
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In what order should rescuers prioritize individuals during a search operation?
In what order should rescuers prioritize individuals during a search operation?
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What marking system can effectively indicate rooms that have been searched?
What marking system can effectively indicate rooms that have been searched?
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What is critical to recognize in fire safety efforts before rescue operations can begin?
What is critical to recognize in fire safety efforts before rescue operations can begin?
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Study Notes
Preincident Planning
- Preincident plans can be categorized into three levels and a training or SOP-related occupancy type.
- Size up factors are crucial for incident assessment, with primary factors related to life safety being most critical.
- Smoke and fire conditions directly impact occupant survival and firefighter safety.
- Building classifications should consider construction types, with Type V construction defined as frame.
- Dead load refers to structural loads imposed by the building and its permanent fixtures.
- The incident action plan guides company-level operations during a fire incident.
- SCBA low air alarms signal approximately 5 to 7 minutes of remaining escape time.
- Flashover times for modern furnishings can occur in as little as 3.5 minutes, in contrast to 29.5 minutes for legacy furnishings.
- NFPA 1710 mandates an 80-second turnout time for fire and special operations response.
- Rescue efforts should prioritize the safest and most direct evacuation routes, primarily using stairs.
National Incident Management System (NIMS)
- NIMS is organized into five main sections under the Incident Commander: Operations, Planning, Logistics, Information/Intelligence, and Finance/Administration.
- Effective communication is best achieved through face-to-face interactions.
Size Up Process
- Size up begins with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and progresses through various stages, including preincident plans and real-time observations.
- Primary objectives in structural firefighting focus on saving lives and minimizing risks during operations.
Construction Types and Safety
- Frameworks include various types such as Type 1 (fire resistive), Type 2 (non-combustible), Type 3 (ordinary), Type 4 (heavy timber), and Type 5 (frame).
- Balloon construction allows fire to travel inside wall spaces from basement to attic, increasing fire risk.
Collapse Zones and Safety Protocols
- Collapse zone rules entail a no-entry policy when total structural failure is imminent, regardless of protective gear levels.
- Collapse zones should extend to 1.5 times the building height to ensure safety.
Firefighting Tactics
- Successful fire operations hinge on clear incident action plans that are simple and concise.
- First engine crew responsibilities include establishing water supply, forcible entry, and executing extinguishment and ventilation operations.
- Average response time calculation can utilize ISO formulas or empirical methods.
Rescue and Recovery Operations
- The primary focus during rescue operations is to advance attack lines; other tasks should be secondary.
- Different rescue options include interior stairs, fire escapes, ground ladders, and aerial platforms.
- Systematic searching ensures thoroughness, prioritizing those closest to the fire and progressively addressing those farther away.
- Flashover conditions significantly affect rescue viability, with an understanding that smoke and heat are critical factors in determining safety margins.
Training and Decision-Making
- Decisions at incidents often rely on recognition-primed decision-making due to time constraints, while administrative decisions involve comprehensive analysis.
- Proper hydration for firefighters is vital, with recommendations of 6-8 ounces every hours in addition to meals.
Important Figures
- A 1,000 GPM master stream adds approximately 8,330 pounds per minute in water weight.
- Firefighters are at a higher risk of fatality in manufacturing occupancies compared to residences, with other specific risks in different structures reinforced.
These notes provide a thorough overview of structural firefighting and preincident planning concepts critical for successful incident management and firefighter safety.
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This quiz focuses on the methods and categories of preincident planning in structural firefighting as outlined in the book 'Structural Firefighting'. You will explore different levels of preincident plans and how size up factors may vary in incidents. Test your knowledge on this critical topic for effective firefighting strategy.
