Types of Fire Searches

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What is the main purpose of a primary search?

  • To locate and remove occupants endangered by the fire (correct)
  • To assess the structural damage
  • To extinguish the fire
  • To conduct a search after the fire is knocked down

When does a secondary search typically take place?

  • After a high-risk search
  • Before the primary search
  • While the fire control is on-going (correct)
  • Before the fire is knocked down

What distinguishes a directed search from primary and secondary searches?

  • It occurs before the fire control is on-going
  • It only targets specific areas based on credible information (correct)
  • It aims to provide cooling for search crews
  • It is conducted with no prior information

When should all primary searches and directed searches be protected by a charged hoseline?

<p>Whenever possible (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What precaution must be taken before initiating a directed search or high-risk search?

<p>Notify Command via radio and receive acknowledgment (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which type of search does a charged hoseline need to be in close proximity to those searching?

<p>Primary Search (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A primary search is conducted to locate and remove occupants endangered by the ______.

<p>fire</p> Signup and view all the answers

The secondary search is conducted after the fire is ______ down.

<p>knocked</p> Signup and view all the answers

A directed search is based on credible information that there is someone trapped in a ______ area.

<p>specific</p> Signup and view all the answers

A high-risk search occurs directly above an uncontrolled ______.

<p>fire</p> Signup and view all the answers

The primary search typically occurs while the fire control is ______-going.

<p>on</p> Signup and view all the answers

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