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What is the primary purpose of announcing tactical benchmarks during a structure fire incident?
What is the primary purpose of announcing tactical benchmarks during a structure fire incident?
To track the completion of important tasks throughout the incident.
Describe the significance of a 360-degree assessment at the scene of a fire.
Describe the significance of a 360-degree assessment at the scene of a fire.
It ensures that all four sides of the building are observed to assess fire conditions accurately.
What should a firefighter announce upon their first arrival on the fireground?
What should a firefighter announce upon their first arrival on the fireground?
They should announce 'on scene' to indicate readiness to operate.
How should firefighters communicate when water is first applied to the fire?
How should firefighters communicate when water is first applied to the fire?
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What must be announced prior to conducting a primary search in a fire situation?
What must be announced prior to conducting a primary search in a fire situation?
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When is the 'Fire Under Control' announcement made, and by whom?
When is the 'Fire Under Control' announcement made, and by whom?
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What information does a firefighter provide after completing a 360 assessment?
What information does a firefighter provide after completing a 360 assessment?
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Why is it important to identify whether a building is constructed with Lightweight / Truss materials?
Why is it important to identify whether a building is constructed with Lightweight / Truss materials?
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Every Company arriving on the scene shall announce 'on scene' on the fire ground ______.
Every Company arriving on the scene shall announce 'on scene' on the fire ground ______.
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A 360 means that you have viewed all four (4) sides of the building, not necessarily walked a complete ______ around the building.
A 360 means that you have viewed all four (4) sides of the building, not necessarily walked a complete ______ around the building.
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The first engine applying water to the fire will announce, 'Engine 1 putting water on the ______.'
The first engine applying water to the fire will announce, 'Engine 1 putting water on the ______.'
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The primary search announcement is made for each area where a primary search is completed, such as the fire ______.
The primary search announcement is made for each area where a primary search is completed, such as the fire ______.
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Once the fire is under control, it will be announced by the Engine Co. ______.
Once the fire is under control, it will be announced by the Engine Co. ______.
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The Incident Commander also announces 'primary search all clear' on ______ updates.
The Incident Commander also announces 'primary search all clear' on ______ updates.
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Identifying if a building is built with Lightweight / Truss ______ is important for fire safety management.
Identifying if a building is built with Lightweight / Truss ______ is important for fire safety management.
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After completing a 360 assessment, firefighters should communicate the status of ______ in the basement.
After completing a 360 assessment, firefighters should communicate the status of ______ in the basement.
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Study Notes
Structure Fire Operations - Fireground Benchmarks
- Purpose: Establish procedures for officers and Incident Commanders to track incident completion through tactical benchmarks.
Structure Fire Benchmarks - On Scene
- Company Arrival: Every company arriving announces "on scene" on the fire ground channel.
- 360 Complete: Engine companies report if there's fire or smoke in the basement following a 360 degree view of the building. A 360 is a view of all four sides; not necessarily a complete walk-around.
- Light Weight/Truss Construction: Identify if the building is constructed from lightweight or truss materials.
Structure Fire Benchmarks - Water on the Fire
- Water Application: The first engine applying water to the fire announces it (e.g., "Engine 1 putting water on the fire").
Structure Fire Benchmarks - Primary Search
- All Clear: Announced for each area where a primary search is completed, including fire area, floor above, etc. (e.g., "Ladder 1 - primary search all clear on fire floor").
- Status Updates: Also announced by the Incident Commander.
Structure Fire Benchmarks - Fire Under Control
- Control Announcement: Engine company officer announces when the fire is under control.
- Status Updates: Also announced by the Incident Commander.
Structure Fire Benchmarks - Secondary Search
- All Clear: Companies performing secondary searches announce when complete.
- Status Updates: Also announced by the Incident Commander.
Structure Fire Benchmarks - Roof Report
- Incident Commander Request: Roof reports are made at the request of the Incident Commander.
- Ladder Company: Usually reported by Ladder Company “B” personnel.
- Roof Stability/Loads: Evaluates roof stability, heavy loads, and visible fire stops.
Structure Fire Benchmarks - Fire Out
- Incident Commander Announcement: Announced by the Incident Commander.
Structure Fire Benchmarks - PAR (Requested)
- Fire Under Control: Requested when fire is under control.
- Accountability: As indicated in Accountability Procedures.
Structure Fire Benchmarks - All Clear - Remove SCBA
- Incident Commander Announcement: Announced when it's safe to remove SCBA.
- Air Monitoring: After air monitoring by Safety Officer.
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This quiz covers essential procedures for tracking incident completion during structure fire operations. Officers and Incident Commanders will learn how to announce arrivals, conduct 360 assessments, and report on fire conditions and searches. Mastering these benchmarks is crucial for effective fireground management.
