Clearwater Fire & Rescue Dept. Multi-Family Dwelling Fire SOP 629 PDF

CLEARWATER FIRE AND RESCUE DEPARTMENT STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE SUBJECT: Emergency Operations at Multi Family Dwelling S.O.P. 629 Fires PAGE 1 OF 7 CATEGORY: SUBCATEGOR...

CLEARWATER FIRE AND RESCUE DEPARTMENT STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE SUBJECT: Emergency Operations at Multi Family Dwelling S.O.P. 629 Fires PAGE 1 OF 7 CATEGORY: SUBCATEGORY: Operations Suppression & EMS APPROVED BY: EFFECTIVE DATE: 10/17/12 REVISION DATE: 05/09/22 REVIEWED DATE: SIGNATURE ON FILE, APPROVED TO FORM THIS DATE BY SCOTT EHLERS, FIRE CHIEF, FIRE & RESCUE DEPARTMENT FORMS REQUIRED: NOTE: Current forms are located on the Department’s SharePoint. PURPOSE: To establish the assignments and expectations of Fire & Rescue units when responding to an incident involving multiple family dwelling fires. Life safety is the highest priority at all structure fires. The potential for life loss and rescue of multiple civilians is prominent in multi-family dwellings. Those two critical factors along with the high chance of fire extension in multiple areas, makes the objectives of interior fire containment and primary search a very high tactical priority. All operational tactics should be assigned to support this objective. Rescue should be addressed by a thorough interior primary search for life that focuses on the tenable areas adjacent to the fire area, as well as the bedrooms and means of egress. Once those areas have been checked then searching above the fire and adjacent apartments shall be addressed. Companies should be properly supported to handle these tasks. Coordinated ventilation in this type of structure is critical in facilitating a primary search. This may be achieved through the removal or opening of selected windows or doors where occupants may be located. Operating companies and the Incident Commander shall be keenly aware of flow paths for smoke and fire and should pay close attention to the protection of egress paths used by civilians and our firefighters. In most cases, fire extinguishment should be achieved through an offensive interior attack. At times size-up will indicate otherwise; however, personnel should anticipate an interior attack. The conservation of property without undue risk to firefighters should be an objective throughout the entire incident. DEFINITION: Multiple Family Dwellings – these building are our apartment buildings, garden apartment buildings and townhouses. The structures can be anywhere between a single story to four stories tall and can be identified by a single address or multiple addresses in a complex. SUBJECT: Emergency Operations EFFECTIVE DATE: 10/17/12 S.O.P. 629 at Multi Family Dwelling Fires REVISION DATE: 06/05/20 CATEGORY: Operations SUBCATEGORY: Suppression & EMS PAGE 2 OF 7 629.1 INITIAL RESOURCES ON MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLING Three (3) Engine Companies One (1) Truck Company One (1) Rescue One (1) Squad Two (2) Command Officers One (1) Fire Medic Lieutenant (LR-45) One (1) CL-320 if available 629.2 WORKING FIRE RESOURCES ON MULTI - FAMILY DWELLING One (1) Engine Company One (1) Truck Company One (1) Rescue One (1) Command Officer Sunstar Ambulance Law Enforcement Progress Energy Prompt for Red Cross 629.3 ADDITIONAL ALARM RESOURCES FOR MULTI – FAMILY DWELLING Two (2) Engine Companies One (1) Truck Company One (1) Rescue One (1) Squad One (1) Command Officer 629.4 UNIT ASSIGNMENTS A. First Arriving Engine Company 1. Unit shall complete an initial size-up and provide a brief on-scene radio report as outlined in CFR SOP 625. 2. Wear full protective clothing and S.C.B.A. in accordance with SDP 605P – Protective Clothing Use and SOP 604. 3. The first arriving engine shall lay a supply line from the hydrant when dispatch indicates multiple calls received, smoke and flames showing, and/or any other indications of fire conditions (i.e., column of smoke, victims trapped, etc.) The officer may also choose to do a split lay or a reverse lay depending on the hydrant and address geography. 4. The first arriving Engine Company shall announce the plan of action (i.e., establishing a water supply, going into the scene to investigate, etc.). SUBJECT: Emergency Operations EFFECTIVE DATE: 10/17/12 S.O.P. 629 at Multi Family Dwelling Fires REVISION DATE: 06/05/20 CATEGORY: Operations SUBCATEGORY: Suppression & EMS PAGE 3 OF 7 5. If the first arriving engine company decides to investigate without laying a supply line. It is the responsibility of the second due Engine Company Officer to have a water supply plan. a. Engine company assuming responsibility for water supply shall flush hydrant while standing by. 6. An engine company taking their own hydrant shall announce that they have their own hydrant. This hydrant cannot be more than 100 feet from the final parking spot of the engine. The first due engine driver/operator shall be able to make the stretch and hook-up to the hydrant by themselves. 7. Any deviation from the above water supply/layout procedures MUST be approved by the responding District/Assistant Chief or Command Officer. 8. Apparatus shall normally be positioned on side Alpha, but in a way that does not hinder the responding truck companies’ space to accomplish their responsibilities. 9. Leave accountability tags at announced accountability location or command post. 10. Identify the best means of fire attack. 11. Advance an attack line of sufficient GPM flow and length to the fire area capable of confining, controlling, and /or extinguishing the fire. Include the tools and equipment needed to complete this assignment. Any attack line stretch other than the standard pre-connected lines shall be announced to all responding companies, i.e., 3”courtyard line. 12. The initial attack line should be placed between the fire and the possible trapped civilians. This line should also protect the interior stairs. 13. Company Officers should give strong consideration to advancing an attack line of the appropriate size and length to the reported problem area, even if they have nothing showing. This practice will lower our reaction time due to these type buildings size and geography. 14. Extinguish fire 15. Conduct a primary search of the immediate fire area. 16. Provide updates to Incident Commander using the C.A.N. report. 17. Set up Decon facilities. Engine Driver to set up Decon procedures 18. Documentation B. First Arriving Rescue 1. Unit shall complete an initial size-up and provide a brief on-scene radio report as outlined in CFR SOP 625 if unit is first arriving. 2 Position unit out of the way as not to impede arriving suppression units. 3. Wear full protective clothing and S.C.B.A. in accordance with SDP 605P – Protective Clothing Use and SOP 604 – Self Contained Breathing Apparatus. SUBJECT: Emergency Operations EFFECTIVE DATE: 10/17/12 S.O.P. 629 at Multi Family Dwelling Fires REVISION DATE: 06/05/20 CATEGORY: Operations SUBCATEGORY: Suppression & EMS PAGE 4 OF 7 4. Leave accountability tags at announced accountability location or command post. 5. Assist with operations as directed by first arriving engine or Command. a. Typically, this assignment will be to assist the first engine company with the initial hose stretch. 6. Provide the best and most appropriate care based on Pinellas County Medical Operations Manual to any victims. 7. Coordinate transport or secure refusal. 8. Assist with documentation, as necessary. C. Second Arriving Engine Company 1. Ensure continuous water supply to 1st due engine has been established. 2. Wear full protective clothing and S.C.B.A. in accordance with SDP 605P – Protective Clothing Use and SOP 604 – Self Contained Breathing Apparatus. 3. Leave accountability tags at announced accountability location or command post. 4. Ensure that the initial attack line is operational and advancing to the fire area. This activity should be a top priority if the first Rescue is engaged in medical care on the incident scene or has not arrived yet. 5. Unless otherwise directed by Incident Commander, the crew should advance an attack hose line of sufficient GPM flow and of a length sufficient enough to cover any location in the structure including upper floors. 6. Deployment of line can be to back up initial line, assigned to the floor above the fire, protect exposures, or to cover adjacent apartments. Particular attention should be paid to ensure that the primary egress paths are protected. If assigned to above a fire, then the company should pay close attention to the progress of the first arriving engine companies attack on the fire, along with the flow paths of the fire and smoke regarding your position. 7. The position of this line should be transmitted to the Incident Commander or may be directed to a location by the Incident Commander. 8. Provide updates to Incident Commander when necessary using the C.A.N. report. D. Third Arriving Engine Company 1. Wear full protective clothing and S.C.B.A. in accordance with SDP 605P – Protective Clothing Use and SOP 604 – Self Contained Breathing Apparatus. 2. Assume Rapid Intervention Team in accordance with SDP 609P – Rapid Intervention Teams. 3. Leave accountability tags at announced accountability location or command post. SUBJECT: Emergency Operations EFFECTIVE DATE: 10/17/12 S.O.P. 629 at Multi Family Dwelling Fires REVISION DATE: 06/05/20 CATEGORY: Operations SUBCATEGORY: Suppression & EMS PAGE 5 OF 7 4. Unit shall complete a size-up of entire structure and provide information to Command. 5. Becoming a pro-active RIT company will assist in making the fireground safer for operating companies. E. First Arriving Truck Company 1. Unit shall complete an initial size-up and provide a brief on scene radio report as outlined in CFR SOP 625 if unit is first arriving. 2. Wear full protective clothing and S.C.B.A. in accordance with SDP 605P – Protective Clothing Use and SOP 604 – Self Contained Breathing Apparatus. 3. Normal position is on side Alpha to provide aerial ladder, ground ladders, lights, and ventilation to structure. 4. Leave accountability tags at announced accountability location or command post. 5. Provide tools and equipment as outlined in CFR SOP 612 – Truck Company Operations. 6. Effect primary search and rescue of civilians if not already assigned to another company. 7. Forcible entry 8. Ladder the structure 9. Provide updates to Incident Commander using CAN report 10. Provide ventilation as needed 11. Salvage 12. Assist with overhaul 13. Assist with scene lighting F. First Arriving Squad Company 1. Wear full protective clothing (S.C.B.A. if entering I.D.L.H. environment). 2. Leave accountability tags at announced accountability location or command post. 3. Assure that primary search is done (should be conducting primary search if arrival is before truck company). 4. Secure utilities 5. Provide updates to Incident Commander using the C.A.N. report. 6. Provide scene lighting and power. 7. Fill breathing apparatus bottles. 8. Assist with truck company operations. 9. Assist with operations as directed by Command. SUBJECT: Emergency Operations EFFECTIVE DATE: 10/17/12 S.O.P. 629 at Multi Family Dwelling Fires REVISION DATE: 06/05/20 CATEGORY: Operations SUBCATEGORY: Suppression & EMS PAGE 6 OF 7 G. Rescue Lieutenant 1. Wear full protective clothing (S.C.B.A. if entering I.D.L.H. environment) in accordance with SDP 605P – Protective Clothing Use and SOP 604 – Self Contained Breathing Apparatus. 2. Report to Command for assignment. 3. Ensure that Rehab is properly staffed. 4. ALS equipment should be brought to Rehab or Command Post in case of injuries to firefighters or civilians. H. CL 320 Safety Officer 1. Wear full protective clothing (S.C.B.A. if entering I.D.L.H. environment) in accordance with SDP 605P – Protective Clothing Use and SOP 604 – Self Contained Breathing Apparatus. 2. Communicate with Incident Commander. 3. Assume Incident Safety Officer Role if not already assigned 4. Perform 360 recon of structure, including structural stability. 5. Notify I.C. of recommendations. Prepare to exercise authority/take action at all times. st I. 1 Arriving Command Officer 1. Assume Incident Commander position. 2. Maintain scene and crew accountability. 3. Manage incident using CFR Incident Command Manual policies and the Incident Management System. J. 2nd Command Officer 1. Report to Incident Commander at Command Post. 2. Bring all PPE to Command Post for possible deployment to Division/Group/Branch or any other position within the Incident Command System. K. All Other responding Command Staff Personnel 1. Report to Incident Commander at Command Post. 2. Bring all PPE to Command Post for possible to deployment to Division/ Group/ Branch or any other position within the Incident Command System. 3. The Fire Chief and Deputy Chief are not required to bring PPE to Command Post. 629.5 WORKING FIRE RESPONSE UNITS A. Working Fire Engine Company 1. Wear full protective clothing and S.C.B.A. in accordance with SDP 605P – Protective Clothing Use and SOP 604 – Self Contained Breathing Apparatus.  SUBJECT: Emergency Operations EFFECTIVE DATE: 10/17/12 S.O.P. 629 at Multi Family Dwelling Fires REVISION DATE: 06/05/20 CATEGORY: Operations SUBCATEGORY: Suppression & EMS PAGE 7 OF 7 2. Fourth engine shall secure secondary water supply and lay secondary supply line to the scene unless otherwise directed by command. 3. Report face-to-face with Incident Commander for assignment. 4. Company shall bring “Coil Load” with them when reporting to Incident Commander. B. Working Fire Truck Company 1. Wear full protective clothing and S.C.B.A. in accordance with SDP 605P – Protective Clothing Use and SOP 604 – Self Contained Breathing Apparatus. 2. Position truck in advantageous position for incident unless otherwise directed by command. 3. Report face-to-face with Incident Commander for assignment. C. Working Fire Rescue 1. Wear full protective clothing and S.C.B.A. in accordance with SDP 605P – Protective Clothing Use and SOP 604 – Self Contained Breathing Apparatus. 2. Position unit out of the way as to not impede any suppression apparatus. 3. Report face-to-face with Incident Commander for assignment. 4. Normally will be used for medical or rehab assignment. 629.6 ADDITIONAL ALARM COMPANIES All additional alarm units will stage at the designated location until they receive orders from Command.