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STANDARD OPERATING GUIDLINES TITLE: Structure Fire/ CITY OF JACKSONVILLE (Signal 25) FIRE AND RESCUE DEPARTMENT CREATED: 04/86 REVISED: 01/23 SOG: 406 406.00...

STANDARD OPERATING GUIDLINES TITLE: Structure Fire/ CITY OF JACKSONVILLE (Signal 25) FIRE AND RESCUE DEPARTMENT CREATED: 04/86 REVISED: 01/23 SOG: 406 406.00 PURPOSE To standardize operations at structure fires. 406.01 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT ALL PERSONNEL entering the hot zone for ANY reason shall wear full PPE at all times. Pump or aerial operators working within the hot zone, outside of the involved structure, shall don PPE with the following being optional: Gloves SCBA Face-piece 406.02 COMMAND First-Arriving Apparatus Command shall be established and an initial report with the information below transmitted per SOG 403 (Incident Command)  Unit identification on-scene  Building description (occupancy, size, construction)  Obvious conditions and initial tactics  Fire Classification (W1, W3, etc.)  Radio designation – “Command”  Hydrant Location Determine if the intensity or size of the fire requires a defensive attack (initially or permanently) and transmit this information over the radio All apparatus arriving at a structure fire in a complex (apartment, business) shall announce “on scene in the complex” for the benefit of other responding units IMPORTANT: If there is a need for increased water pressure at the fire scene, the IC can contact FRCC by radio and instruct them to contact JEA to have the water pressure increased to the area. 1 of 15  STANDARD OPERATING GUIDLINES TITLE: Structure Fire/ CITY OF JACKSONVILLE (Signal 25) FIRE AND RESCUE DEPARTMENT CREATED: 04/86 REVISED: 01/23 SOG: 406 406.03 ENGINE COMPANY ASSIGNMENTS 406.03.01 First-Arriving Engine Proceed to the dispatched location to assess the extent of involvement Identify hydrant location or the need to perform a tanker shuttle and transmit this information over the radio If conditions warrant upon approach, secure a water supply (lay out, provide direction for a tanker shuttle, etc.) Position engine with the following in mind  Hose deployment  Fire intensity  Overhead wires  Location of fire  Ladder Company access 406.03.02 Second-Arriving Engine Approach the scene only as far as the closest hydrant. Confirm that the hydrant is operational, and the flow is sufficient. Immediately report this to Command OR In areas without hydrants, identify a static water source and prepare to perform a drafting operation with the TurboDraft eductor or by normal drafting methods 406.03.03 Third-Arriving Engine Approach the scene only as far as the next closest hydrant. Confirm that the hydrant is operational, and the flow is sufficient. Immediately report this to Command OR In areas without hydrants, identify a static water source and prepare to perform a drafting operation with the TurboDraft eductor or by normal drafting methods 2 of 15  STANDARD OPERATING GUIDLINES TITLE: Structure Fire/ CITY OF JACKSONVILLE (Signal 25) FIRE AND RESCUE DEPARTMENT CREATED: 04/86 REVISED: 01/23 SOG: 406 Structure fires within complexes that utilize private hydrants require the third arriving engine to stage on a municipal hydrant outside the complex 406.03.04 Hydrant Connection Options Single 5” hose – Used when an engine/squad is instructed to “lay out” from a hydrant Options to Increase water supply from the hydrant to the attack engine: 6” Soft Hose hook-up – This hose is preferable where maximum volume is needed but hard suction hose is impractical. If the water main is sufficient, 6” soft-sleeve hose connected to a Ball Intake Valve (BIV) will permit water flow in excess of 2000 GPM. Full hydrant connection – This method uses 2 sections of 5” hose (or one 6” and one 5”). The first hose is connected to the steamer and the second hose is connected to the 2 ½” discharge using a Storz to 2 ½” adapter. 6” Hard suction hook-up – Hard suction hose will provide the most volume from a hydrant. However, the engine must be within 10’ of the hydrant and a minimum of two personnel must be available (three preferred). The IC should be clear about which connection is needed and which hydrant connection is being requested over the radio. IMPORTANT: When standing-by at hydrants, companies shall ensure an adequate water supply by removing the steamer cap (or 2½” if there is no steamer) and opening the hydrant prior to attaching supply hose. If the hydrant is operational and the flow is sufficient, this shall be immediately reported to Command. 3 of 15  STANDARD OPERATING GUIDLINES TITLE: Structure Fire/ CITY OF JACKSONVILLE (Signal 25) FIRE AND RESCUE DEPARTMENT CREATED: 04/86 REVISED: 01/23 SOG: 406 406.04 LADDER COMPANY ASSIGNMENTS 406.04.01 First-Arriving Ladder Proceed to an advantageous location near the affected area of the involved address Position ladder with the following in mind:  Aerial placement  Intended Use  Expected progression of the fire  Width needed for jack deployment  Overhead wires 406.04.02 Second-Arriving Ladder Stage uncommitted and await instructions from Command Anticipate and prepare to be assigned RIT duties 406.05 SQUAD COMPANY ASSIGNMENTS Squads are defined as an engine in their 1st, 2nd, and 3rd due territories and should perform the engine assignments above On all other assignments, their main duty is to establish a Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) per SOG 408 All structure fires require at least one Squad assigned as RIT 4 of 15  STANDARD OPERATING GUIDLINES TITLE: Structure Fire/ CITY OF JACKSONVILLE (Signal 25) FIRE AND RESCUE DEPARTMENT CREATED: 04/86 REVISED: 01/23 SOG: 406 406.06 RESCUE COMPANY ASSIGNMENTS 406.06.01 First-arriving rescue Proceed directly to the scene and place their apparatus in a location that will provide unobstructed egress for patient transport while not impeding placement or operations of suppression companies Prepare to assist with fire suppression tasks if needed If rescue becomes blocked by supply hose, apparatus or for any other reason cannot quickly egress the scene, the OIC must notify Command immediately Identify a rehab area and transmit that location to Command 406.06.02 Second-arriving rescue Stage in advantageous location and await instructions from Command 406.07 TANKER ASSIGNMENTS 406.07.01 First-Arriving Tanker Stage uncommitted and prepare to deploy the basin for a tanker shuttle while awaiting instructions from Command 406.07.02 Second-Arriving Tanker Stage uncommitted and await instructions from Command 406.07.03 Third-Arriving Tanker Stage uncommitted and await instructions from Command 5 of 15  STANDARD OPERATING GUIDLINES TITLE: Structure Fire/ CITY OF JACKSONVILLE (Signal 25) FIRE AND RESCUE DEPARTMENT CREATED: 04/86 REVISED: 01/23 SOG: 406 406.07.04 Returning Tankers to Service Tankers can be returned to service prior to arrival if any of the following circumstances exist: There is a confirmed, working fire hydrant within 1000 feet of the involved structure The fire is extinguished prior to the arrival of tankers There is no fire present When a tanker shuttle is implemented, the tankers can return to service when the shuttle is complete, and the fire is extinguished. 406.08 CHIEF ASSIGNMENTS 406.08.01 First-Arriving Suppression Chief Assume Command As the IC, the first-arriving Suppression Chief will be guided by the Command Responsibilities outlined in SOG 403 (Incident Command) Establish RIT per SOG 408 (Rapid Intervention Team) 406.08.02 Second-Arriving Suppression Chief Counsel with the IC Assume position of Incident Safety Officer per SOG 442 unless directed otherwise by Command (Incident Safety Officer) 406.08.03 Additional Suppression Chief Counsel with the IC Assist the IC with any necessary incident control activities. May be assigned control of a geographic or task oriented sector by the IC 406.08.04 Other Arriving Chiefs and Special Personnel Report directly to the IC 6 of 15  STANDARD OPERATING GUIDLINES TITLE: Structure Fire/ CITY OF JACKSONVILLE (Signal 25) FIRE AND RESCUE DEPARTMENT CREATED: 04/86 REVISED: 01/23 SOG: 406 406.09 CONTROL OF THE INCIDENT 406.09.01 Command Options The Company Officer of the first-arriving unit must decide on the appropriate commitment for their company. This will usually fall into one of the following three categories a) nothing showing, b) fast attack, and c) command. 406.09.02 Nothing Showing These situations generally require an investigation by the first-arriving unit. The Company Officer can go with the company to check the situation while utilizing a portable radio to continue Command. The Company Officer will direct incoming units to staging. 406.09.03 Fast Attack These situations require immediate action to stabilize the situation. When Fast Attack is required, the Company Officer will take advantage of a portable radio to allow necessary involvement without neglecting Command responsibilities. The Company Officer will provide any necessary direction to incoming companies before committing him/herself. This mode should be brief, lasting only a few minutes. If the first-arriving unit is still in Fast Attack mode upon the arrival of the next unit, the Company Officer of that unit will immediately assume Command from the first-arriving unit. 406.09.04 Command These situations, by virtue of their size or complexity, require a strong, direct overall Command from the outset. In such cases, the Company Officer will initially establish a Command position and maintain that position until relieved by a higher-ranking officer. The Company Officer shall then commit their company and other arriving units to gain the greatest tactical advantage. 7 of 15  STANDARD OPERATING GUIDLINES TITLE: Structure Fire/ CITY OF JACKSONVILLE (Signal 25) FIRE AND RESCUE DEPARTMENT CREATED: 04/86 REVISED: 01/23 SOG: 406 406.09.05 Benchmarks Command must be kept informed as the incident is stabilized. Four critical benchmarks must be completed in order and reported via radio: 1. Primary Search Complete - Completion of the Primary Search shall be announced by the radio call: “All Clear on Primary Search” 2. Situation Under Control - When crews have brought the incident under control (i.e., forward progression of a fire is stopped), it shall be announced by the radio call: “Situation Under Control” or “Signal 77” 3. Secondary Search Complete - Completion of the Secondary Search shall be announced by the radio call: “All Clear on Secondary Search” 4. W4 - When crews have brought the incident under control (i.e., forward progression of a fire is stopped), and before overhaul begins, it shall be announced by the radio call: “W4 (if fresh crews are needed) or W4 for units on scene” (if fresh crews are available on scene) 406.10 SEARCH AND RESCUE 406.10.01 Primary Search This should be conducted in all involved and exposed occupancies that can be entered Companies assigned to the primary search should quickly search all affected areas and verify the removal of, or safety of all occupants Fireground operations must be structured around the completion of the primary search The incident is considered to be in a rescue mode until an “All Clear” is given Completion of the Primary Search will be relayed via radio to IC 8 of 15  STANDARD OPERATING GUIDLINES TITLE: Structure Fire/ CITY OF JACKSONVILLE (Signal 25) FIRE AND RESCUE DEPARTMENT CREATED: 04/86 REVISED: 01/23 SOG: 406 406.10.02 Secondary Search This is done following initial fire control operations, to absolutely confirm the presence or absence of victims This is done by companies that were not involved in the Primary Search Completion of the Secondary Search will be relayed via radio to the IC 406.11 FIRE CONTROL A critical Command decision (both initial and ongoing) relates to the offensive/defensive strategies of the situation. 406.11.01 Offensive Strategy (Interior Attack) An aggressive, properly performed interior fire attack increases the chances of saving lives and property. This attack is directed at quickly bringing the fire under control. Personnel operating in hazardous areas shall:  Operate in teams of two or more AND  Be in communication by any means If a JFRD engine or ladder responds to a structure fire with less than three firefighters on board, the Company Officer shall notify FRCC. FRCC shall then dispatch an extra apparatus in addition to the regular response. Situations may arise in which personnel must consider entering a structure, even though there are not yet four firefighters on-scene. This should only be considered in an imminent, life-threatening situation when immediate action may prevent a serious injury or loss of life. In these situations, personnel should carefully consider the risk involved in taking such action. Incoming companies must be notified so that immediate back up will be provided upon their arrival. Offensive Strategy should be abandoned when:  The extent of the fire prohibits effective suppression OR  The structure becomes unsafe 9 of 15  STANDARD OPERATING GUIDLINES TITLE: Structure Fire/ CITY OF JACKSONVILLE (Signal 25) FIRE AND RESCUE DEPARTMENT CREATED: 04/86 REVISED: 01/23 SOG: 406 406.11.02 Defensive Strategy (Exterior Attack) Directed at protecting exposures, stopping the forward progress of the fire, and bringing the fire under control 406.12 RADIO DESIGNATION If the incident does not exceed more than one operational period (normally 12 hours), personnel referring to sectors in radio communications should use the Group Officers’ normal unit designations. Example: If Fire-7 is assigned as the Lobby Control Group Officer, he/she will still be referred to as Fire-7, not Lobby Control Group. 406.13 EVACUATION It is the IC’s responsibility to provide for life safety; and to continually determine if the involved building is tenable for interior operations. To protect personnel working on-scene, a structured method of evacuation must be utilized. Both of the following shall signal evacuation orders: An order given over the radio (Evacuate!) Repetitive blasts of the apparatus air horns Upon hearing either of these signals, Company Officers shall assemble their crews and promptly exit to a safe location. The Company Officer will account for all crew members and then be prepared for a Roll Call. When all affected crews and crew members are accounted for, the evacuation process is complete. At this time, a more specific determination as to the reality and extent of the hazard can be made and efforts initiated to re-deploy or redirect the attack forces. Evacuation generally involves a shift from an Offensive to a Defensive Strategy. It is extremely important that everyone get the word that a strategic shift has been made prior to the application of water by heavy appliances or aerial streams. 10 of 15  STANDARD OPERATING GUIDLINES TITLE: Structure Fire/ CITY OF JACKSONVILLE (Signal 25) FIRE AND RESCUE DEPARTMENT CREATED: 04/86 REVISED: 01/23 SOG: 406 406.14 SUBDIVIDING INCIDENTS Divisions may be established to oversee a geographic area of an incident. Examples of common geographic divisions are: Direction or side of structure (see reference in Appendix A) Area within or on structure (Roof Division, Interior Division, etc.) Street (Main St. Division, Bay St. Division, etc.) Groups may be established to oversee specific tasks within the operation. Specific task oriented groups are more likely to be established at large incidents. Examples of common task oriented groups and some of their responsibilities are: Search and Rescue Group  Determines areas to search  Coordinates Primary and Secondary Searches  If victims are found, advises the IC of their ability to bring them out, or if additional personnel will be needed Attack Group  Determines location and extent of fire and areas of extension  Selects appropriate attack lines (1¾”, 2½”, etc.)  Deploys attack lines to necessary locations  Calls for additional lines, if needed Water Supply Group  Locates and evaluates water sources  Ensures that pumpers are operating and being operated properly  Organizes tanker shuttle evolutions Ventilation Group  Locates and evaluates existing exterior openings (doors, windows, skylights, etc.) and determines need to create new openings  Determines type of ventilation (vertical/horizontal, natural/mechanical, etc.) Air Supply Group  Ensures adequate air supply for working personnel  Fills empty air bottles  Distributes full bottles to necessary areas  Requests additional air units and compressors if needed 11 of 15  STANDARD OPERATING GUIDLINES TITLE: Structure Fire/ CITY OF JACKSONVILLE (Signal 25) FIRE AND RESCUE DEPARTMENT CREATED: 04/86 REVISED: 01/23 SOG: 406 406.15 POST FIRE GROSS DECON Post-Fire Gross Decon will be performed in accordance with SOG 450 The Rescue District/Battalion Chief on scene shall ensure that Post-Fire Decon is performed prior to members reporting to rehab 406.16 W4 SIGNAL The W4 Signal is a policy created to reduce exposure to carcinogens and products of combustion during overhaul operations, and to better facilitate on scene health & safety. Command will ensure that the W4 signal is transmitted Mandatory SCBA and PPE usage will be required for members participating in overhaul operations The minimum apparatus assigned to the W4 Signal will be one additional engine, ladder, rescue, Rehab 5 and Air 5. The IC has the ability to amend the apparatus dispatched to the W4 Signal by notifying FRCC. The Rescue District/Battalion Chief will manage incident rehab and ensure all required documentation is completed and delivered to HQ The W4 Signal will be automatic in the following cases: Primary units exceed one bottle of air prior to a Signal 77 being announced Primary units exceeding 40 minutes of strenuous activity prior to a Signal 77 being announced All 2nd alarms or greater 12 of 15  STANDARD OPERATING GUIDLINES TITLE: Structure Fire/ CITY OF JACKSONVILLE (Signal 25) FIRE AND RESCUE DEPARTMENT CREATED: 04/86 REVISED: 01/23 SOG: 406 406.17 DISPOSITION CODE DELTA When released from the scene by Command, all units contaminated with products of combustion will immediately return to quarters and all crew members will thoroughly decontaminate their PPE (i.e. clean gear, wash mask, clean/refill SCBA, etc.) and shower. Units who are returning to quarters to shower will not check back “Available” on the radio. The disposition code “Delta” will be used. This will indicate to FRCC that you are available from the structure fire and out of service, returning to quarters to shower. This only applies to units assigned to structure fires and only for those units identified by Command as returning to quarters to shower. All other units will continue to check back using the appropriate disposition. Units who check back “Delta” will be automatically placed out of service for forty-five minutes. Once forty-five minutes has expired, the unit will be automatically placed back into service by the CAD. This does not prevent the company officer from going back into service if the crew completes the decontamination shower before the forty- five minute period has expired. As always, the company officer has the flexibility to pick-up another call (i.e. cardiac red, extrication, structure fire, etc.) while checked out on the disposition code “Delta.” This is a continuing effort to best protect our members and safeguard their health. 13 of 15  STANDARD OPERATING GUIDLINES TITLE: Structure Fire/ CITY OF JACKSONVILLE (Signal 25) FIRE AND RESCUE DEPARTMENT CREATED: 04/86 REVISED: 01/23 SOG: 406 Appendix A BUILDING SIDE REFERENCE: In order to standardize communication at a fire scene, the building involved will have the following reference points assigned to it. A side (Alpha) = The Front of the Structure (The side with the building address or obvious main entrance) B side (Bravo) = The Left Side of the Structure (Looking from the Front) C side (Charlie) = The Rear of the Structure D side (Delta) = The Right Side of the Structure (Looking from the Front) Each corner will also have a designation referring the two adjacent sides. For example, Alpha Bravo corner will be adjacent to the A and B sides of the structure. The building side references shall also encompass exposures. For example, “Engine 18 from Command, protect the D side exposure. Ladder 4, check for occupants in the B side exposure.” The purpose of this reference system is to clarify radio transmissions on the fireground. Building Description Example: B/C C C/D B D D A/B A A/D 14 of 15  STANDARD OPERATING GUIDLINES TITLE: Structure Fire/ CITY OF JACKSONVILLE (Signal 25) FIRE AND RESCUE DEPARTMENT CREATED: 04/86 REVISED: 01/23 SOG: 406 Appendix B W-Signals All structure fires that involve FLAME damage to the structure will require the response of a Suppression District/Battalion Chief. All incidents dispatched as structure fires that involve FLAME damage to the structure will also require the arrival of 2 engines/squads (3 engines/squads for a commercial structure) and 1 ladder to ensure the needed GPM and support functions. W-Signals and accompanying radio transmissions should be guided by the following examples during response to structure fires: W1 1. A fire that did NOT involve FLAME damage beyond a non-combustible container (see NFIRS 113- 118). The proper radio transmission by the officer should be “Make this a W1 for Engine 7.” 2. A fire that did involve FLAME damage beyond a non-combustible container (see NFIRS 113-118) but was dispatched by FRCC as an investigation (1 engine). The flame damage to the structure requires a District/Battalion Chief to respond and complete a 111/121 structure fire report. The proper radio transmission by the officer should be “Make this a W1 for Engine 7 and dispatch the closest Suppression Chief.” W2 3. A fire that did NOT involve FLAME damage beyond the non-combustible container (see NFIRS 113-118) but requires a fan for ventilation or some other form of assistance requiring an additional unit. The proper radio transmission by the officer should be “Make this a W2 for Engine 7 and Ladder 7.” 4. A fire that did involve FLAME damage beyond a non-combustible container (see NFIRS 113-118) AND requires a fan for ventilation or some other form of assistance requiring an additional unit. The proper radio transmission by the officer should be “Make this a W2 for Engine 7, Engine 18, Ladder 7, and the closest Suppression Chief.” A chief is required for the 111/121 structure fire report due to the flame damage. 2 engines/squads (3 engines/squads for a commercial structure) and 1 ladder are required to ensure an adequate water supply and support functions. W3 1. Used to denote a working structure fire. This incident requires the response of a Full or Maximum Full Assignment. The response may be downgraded by the IC as long as the minimum arrival of apparatus (2 or 3 engines/squads and 1 ladder) is met. A thorough on scene report is of utmost importance at every structure fire. See SOG 406.02 See SOG 406.17 for W4 signal information 15 of 15