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What is the primary communication method for Company Officers upon arriving at a fire scene?
What is the primary communication method for Company Officers upon arriving at a fire scene?
- Via a messenger
- Through the Fire Alarm Office
- At the Communications Van or via fire ground channel (correct)
- By text messaging the Incident Commander
Who is responsible for maintaining constant contact with the Fire Attack Team?
Who is responsible for maintaining constant contact with the Fire Attack Team?
- The Incident Commander
- The Fire Alarm Office
- The Fire Attack Chief (correct)
- The Communications Van
When will the Incident Commander provide progress reports?
When will the Incident Commander provide progress reports?
- Only after the fire has been contained
- Every 30 minutes
- In accordance with Incident Command procedures (correct)
- During the deployment of firefighting personnel
What will the Incident Commander establish for firefighting personnel exiting the fire area?
What will the Incident Commander establish for firefighting personnel exiting the fire area?
What side represents the left side of the train or incident?
What side represents the left side of the train or incident?
Which individual among the firefighting personnel must report in person upon arrival?
Which individual among the firefighting personnel must report in person upon arrival?
What should officers do when there's heavy radio traffic upon arrival?
What should officers do when there's heavy radio traffic upon arrival?
What is the purpose of the tactical decisions made by the Fire Attack Chief?
What is the purpose of the tactical decisions made by the Fire Attack Chief?
What is the primary concern of the CTA in subway operations?
What is the primary concern of the CTA in subway operations?
Under what circumstance can CFD personnel operate on track areas?
Under what circumstance can CFD personnel operate on track areas?
What must be done before CFD personnel can operate under train cars?
What must be done before CFD personnel can operate under train cars?
What is a significant hazard for CFD personnel when power is not shut off from the third rail?
What is a significant hazard for CFD personnel when power is not shut off from the third rail?
What is required before passengers can be evacuated from a train that is not in a station?
What is required before passengers can be evacuated from a train that is not in a station?
Why might the CTA be reluctant to shut off power to the third rail?
Why might the CTA be reluctant to shut off power to the third rail?
How are general hazards in the subway identified and evaluated?
How are general hazards in the subway identified and evaluated?
What is a key guideline for CFD operations in subway incidents?
What is a key guideline for CFD operations in subway incidents?
What is the role of the Truck Company Officer during a fire incident?
What is the role of the Truck Company Officer during a fire incident?
What is the primary responsibility of fire suppression personnel during a subway incident?
What is the primary responsibility of fire suppression personnel during a subway incident?
Which of the following best describes the procedure for Company Officers upon arrival at the incident scene?
Which of the following best describes the procedure for Company Officers upon arrival at the incident scene?
When power needs to be kept off during firefighting operations, what action is taken?
When power needs to be kept off during firefighting operations, what action is taken?
What is the primary function of the second engine upon confirmation of a fire?
What is the primary function of the second engine upon confirmation of a fire?
What condition is notably absent during subway evacuations compared to fire situations?
What condition is notably absent during subway evacuations compared to fire situations?
Which individual will act as the Incident Commander until relieved during a fire situation?
Which individual will act as the Incident Commander until relieved during a fire situation?
What method may be necessary to assist in guiding people to exits during a subway evacuation?
What method may be necessary to assist in guiding people to exits during a subway evacuation?
What is a recommended strategy for Incident Commanders to improve visibility during evacuations?
What is a recommended strategy for Incident Commanders to improve visibility during evacuations?
How far apart should portable radios be positioned from the command post during operations?
How far apart should portable radios be positioned from the command post during operations?
Which team becomes operational upon confirmation of a fire?
Which team becomes operational upon confirmation of a fire?
What should arriving Company Officers do if heavy radio traffic is present?
What should arriving Company Officers do if heavy radio traffic is present?
Under what condition might the command post be relocated by the Incident Commander?
Under what condition might the command post be relocated by the Incident Commander?
What significant hazard should evacuees be aware of during a subway incident?
What significant hazard should evacuees be aware of during a subway incident?
How should fire suppression units communicate their arrival during an incident?
How should fire suppression units communicate their arrival during an incident?
What is the primary task of the second truck during the incident?
What is the primary task of the second truck during the incident?
What is the primary communication tool used by the Suppression Chief operating below grade?
What is the primary communication tool used by the Suppression Chief operating below grade?
Which equipment must all personnel wear when working in the subway area?
Which equipment must all personnel wear when working in the subway area?
What role does the Incident Commander have regarding the Fire Alarm Office?
What role does the Incident Commander have regarding the Fire Alarm Office?
If an EMS Response Plan is activated, where should EMS Command Personnel report?
If an EMS Response Plan is activated, where should EMS Command Personnel report?
In addition to full firefighting gear, what other equipment is recommended for personnel?
In addition to full firefighting gear, what other equipment is recommended for personnel?
What actions are EMS Command Personnel expected to perform during an incident?
What actions are EMS Command Personnel expected to perform during an incident?
What should the Suppression Chief provide to the Incident Commander?
What should the Suppression Chief provide to the Incident Commander?
Which tool is explicitly mentioned as part of the equipment for the Investigative Team when fire is not involved?
Which tool is explicitly mentioned as part of the equipment for the Investigative Team when fire is not involved?
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Study Notes
Subway Operations and Safety
- The primary concern of the CTA is the safe movement of commuters with minimal interruption.
- CTA personnel prioritize maintaining operation schedules and transporting large numbers of people.
CFD Personnel Safety
- CFD personnel are never permitted to operate on track areas unless assured that the power to the third rail has been shut off and a secondary hold is confirmed.
- Exceptions to this rule are only made if life is in imminent peril and direct action is necessary.
- CFD personnel are never permitted under train cars until the train is immobilized electrically and mechanically.
Fire Investigation and Attack
- The first arriving engine and truck personnel form the Fire Investigation Team.
- The Fire Investigation Team becomes the Fire Attack Team upon confirmation of a fire.
- The second engine and truck standby for orders and assist with attack line operation and search, rescue, and evacuation.
Communications
- A portable radio relay is set up due to unreliable handi-talkie communications in the subway.
- Portable radios are positioned every 100-150 ft. from the command post to the incident area.
Incident Command and Operations
- The Incident Commander maintains constant contact with the Fire Attack Team and makes tactical decisions based on information received.
- The Incident Commander provides progress reports to the Fire Alarm Office and establishes rest areas for firefighting personnel.
- The Fire Attack Chief utilizes sectors (A, B, C, D) to establish sides of the incident.
Equipment and Protective Gear
- Personnel working in the subway area wear full protective firefighting gear, self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), and operable flashlights.
- The Incident Commander considers the use of generators, lights, and portable fans.
Evacuation Procedures
- Evacuation of the subway may be difficult and time-consuming, especially for people unfamiliar with the danger of the third rail.
- Fire Suppression personnel are responsible for evacuating passengers as soon as possible, using human chains and portable lights to facilitate evacuation.
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