6/8 Salvage Operations PDF

6/8 SALVAGE 1 6/8 SALVAGE 6/8 SALVAGE -01. SALVAGE - GENERAL The term "salvage" as applied to the fire service is defined as "the protection of buildings and their contents fr...

6/8 SALVAGE 1 6/8 SALVAGE 6/8 SALVAGE -01. SALVAGE - GENERAL The term "salvage" as applied to the fire service is defined as "the protection of buildings and their contents from unnecessary damage due to water, smoke and heat.".01 SALVAGE OPERATIONS Tools and equipment used in salvage operations include but are not limited to the following items: Salvage Covers Floor Runners Plastic Staple Gun Lath Squeegees Salvage Pan Submersible Pump Water Vac Hose Ladders Pike Poles 2-Hooks Salvage Cord Shovels Sawdust Sprinkler Shut-offs Blowers Salvage operations include 1. Placing of waterproof covers and/or plastic to protect stock, furniture, fixtures and machinery from water and debris. 2. Use of waterproof covers and/or plastic to "bag" floors to retain water. 3. Diverting and removing water from a building. 4. Controlling the flow of water from sprinkler systems. 5. Moving contents where it is not possible to provide protection within the effected area. 6. Placing of blowers and/or using built-in ventilating systems to remove smoke. 7. Drying machinery, furniture, stock, etc. 8. Providing temporary covering for roofs or other openings to protect contents and interior of buildings from the elements. 6/8 SALVAGE 2.02 STORING SALVAGE COVERS To permit convenient handling and easy manipulation, salvage covers are folded and stored or carried on apparatus in a standard manner. Covers must be thoroughly cleaned and dry before folding. NOTE Rubberized duck covers require the application of soapstone..03 FOLDING SALVAGE COVERS Accordion fold 1. Place cover on a clean dry surface, finished side up. 2. Two members take positions at opposite ends of the cover, turning corners in a short distance. 3. Place outside hand flat on end of cover three feet in. With inside hand, reach over and grasp corner, and fold over. Repeat above operation on opposite side. 4. Place hand flat on the border of the two folds in center; reach over with other hand and fold. Cover is now 1/4 of its full width. 5. Remove air by pushing floor brushes the length of cover. 6. Two members face each other at one end of cover and fold end in approximately 8-10 inches. Place outside hands on inside edge of fold, palms down. Place inside hands, palms up, under edge of cover 8-10 inches from outside hands. 7. Bring inside hands up and over outside hands, making fold. Keep all folds even. Continue until end fold is reached tucking end fold under. 6/8 SALVAGE 3 8. Secure both ends of cover with salvage cord or large rubber bands..04 CARRYING SALVAGE COVERS The method shown allows the free use of both hands for climbing ladders, fire escapes, etc. Use of either shoulder is acceptable. When carrying two salvage covers at the same time, the second cover is most easily carried on the forearm and hip opposite the shoulder being used. 6/8 SALVAGE 4.05 THROWING SALVAGE COVERS One Member Throw This is a quick method of covering stock, counters, merchandise or furniture where there is no danger of breakage. In making this throw, the use of either arm is acceptable. The directions given are for a right handed person. 1. Place center of folded cover over left forearm; grasp bottom fold with thumb and fingers of left hand. 2. With palm down, reach in with right hand next to body; grasp three or four top folds. 3. Swing right arm over shoulder, allowing folds to fall back of right hand. 4. Throw cover as if putting a shot; elevate left arm; retain grip with left hand while throwing. 5. Unfold cover; allow it to drape over object or material; tuck in cover at bottom to prevent obstructing an aisle and to allow water to drain clear of cover. Counter Pay-Off 6/8 SALVAGE 5 A two-member operation used where conditions require the careful placing of a cover to avoid displacing or damaging goods. Counters or tables displaying fragile merchandise are best covered by this method. 1. With center fold of cover next to counter, one member holds folded cover with both forearms; 2. Second person grasps the top fold with both hands palms down; walks backward until the cover is stretched taut. During this operation, first member elevates his forearms to hold tension on the cover and to keep it off the floor. 3. Move cover over counter; gently lower center fold of cover to center of counter. 4. Unfold cover and drop it over the sides of counter. 5. Tuck bottom edges of cover in close to counter to keep aisles free. Two-Member Balloon Used in covering piles of merchandise or objects over which there is plenty of room to float a cover. This method permits the complete covering of materials quickly and effectively if the top of the object or material to be covered is within reach. 6/8 SALVAGE 6 1. One member holds folded cover with both forearms; grasps bottom folds with both hands. (As in counter pay-off). 2. Second member grasps top fold with both hands; walks backward until cover is stretched taut. During this operation, the first member elevates his forearms to hold tension on cover. 3. Both members turn cover so the double fold is up and the center of the cover is hanging down. Grasp a fold in each hand, keeping cover elevated. 4. Both members pull cover taut; feet well braced; inside foot back; elbows high; palms down. 5. Both members working in unison snap cover up quickly so that air can get underneath, forming a balloon; let go with outside hands; float cover over object with inside hands. 6. Drape cover over object; tuck in at bottom..06 REMOVING SALVAGE COVERS 1. Two members take positions at opposite ends of cover. 2. Grasp the corners of one side and fold to top of counter. Repeat the process on other side. 3. Members then take positions opposite each other at one end of cover. 6/8 SALVAGE 7 4. Each member grasps end of cover; raise it clear 5. Both members walk forward, folding raised portion over. 6. Continue making folds until near end of cover. 7. When near end of cover, members grasp end of cover and lap over folds. 8. One member raises folds and pivots away from counter placing folds over shoulder at same time. 6/8 SALVAGE 8 Other member assist in placing remainder of cover on first member's shoulder..07 SEALING/BAGGING When a number of covers are required to protect large areas, it becomes necessary to seal the covers (commonly referred to as bagging). If a proper seal is not made, damage to the area may occur. 1. Lay cover finish side up. 2. Fold the end edge or side of cover back approximately one foot. 3. Grasp adjoining cover; pull it over the one-foot lap of first cover until edges are even. 4. With members well spaced, all members grasp both edges and roll together until lap is completed. 5. When sealing floors, a one-foot minimum lap up walls should be considered. 6. Plastic may be used in lieu of covers. NOTE Plastic becomes slippery when wet or folded over itself. 6/8 SALVAGE 9.08 HANGING SALVAGE COVERS Merchandise stored on shelves or racks may be protected by hanging covers, however it is more efficient to use plastic. If covers are used, hang them by means of salvage cord, salvage hooks, or nails placed through the grommets. Allow covers to overlap. Weights placed along the top edge of a cover can be used to hold it in place. If possible, hang covers at a point higher than the shelving. When using staples in conjunction with plastic, double over edges to prevent plastic from tearing..09 DRAINS Stairway Drain A method of directing water from upper floors. The number of covers used is dependent upon the length of the stairway. Covers, are laid starting at the bottom and working to the top. As covers are laid up stairwell, members open cover and secure to handrails or walls. The upper cover must overlap the lower one. The top edge of the upper cover should be placed beneath the lip of the top step. Covers should be formed into steps to allow safe foot traffic and to preclude the possibility of breakdown. NOTE Plastic shall not be used for drains on stairways that are used for foot traffic. Window Drain When leaks are in close proximity to a window, this drain can be used to direct water to the outside of a building. 6/8 SALVAGE 10 These drains may also be used in conjunction with catch basins and submersible pumps. Window drains can be used in numerous configurations. The following two are the most common: Window Drain with Ladder 1. Place a straight ladder, rungs down, so one end extends over window sill; secure in place. 2. Place other end of ladder under leak; support it at an angle by securing it to an improvised step ladder or by best available means. 3. Place a folded salvage cover on ladder, starting at end extending over window sill. 4. Secure cover to ladder forming a trough. 5. If necessary, place second cover in similar manner, allowing it to overlap the first cover. 6. If needed, form a chute under leak to guide water into the prepared trough. 6/8 SALVAGE 11 Pike Pole Drain 1. Spread a salvage cover out flat, finished side up. 2. Lay two pike poles along opposite edges. 3. Insert points of hooks through top grommets; fold edge of cover down enough to clear hooks. 4. Lap cover over pike poles; roll poles and cover toward the middle until the desired width is reached. 5. Place handle end of drain out of window; fasten upper end by placing pike pole hooks over rungs of ladders, pipes, high pieces of furniture or by driving points of pike poles into the wall. Keep cover taut making sure it is at highest possible angle..10 CATCH BASINS A method of using a salvage cover or plastic to impound water leaking through ceilings that cannot be directed to the outside of a building by means of other improvised drains. 1. Place objects such as ladders, chairs, sofas, footstools, benches, etc., in position to form a square, circle or triangle. 2. Place cover over assembled material, finished side up; allow center of cover to bag and outer edges to drape over furniture, etc.; tuck in at bottom. 3. Water is removed from a catchall by siphoning, pumping, etc. 6/8 SALVAGE 12.11 DEWATERING When normal methods of water removal are impractical, the following alternates may be used: Sewer pipes Scuppers Floor drains Toilet bowls, etc. Before removing toilet bowls, be sure water supply is shut off. 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