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The high rise operations guidelines are developed to provide _______________ |
These guidelines are to provide all personnel with an Incident Management System directed specifically toward High-Rise Operations. |
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______________ is probably the most challenging of all firefighting incidents. |
Fighting a high-rise fire is probably the most challenging of all firefighting incidents. |
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The need to be proficient in Incident Management techniques will never be more apparent than at a______________ incident |
The need to be proficient in Incident Management techniques will never be more apparent than at a high-rise fire incident. |
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Communications that are so vital to achieve command and control are not always effective due to ______________________ |
Communications that are so vital to achieve command and control are not always effective due to the construction of these types of buildings . |
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Without___________ and proper_______________, confusion can develop rapidly and the risk to life safety increases considerably. |
Without direction and proper coordination, confusion can develop rapidly and the risk to life safety increases considerably. |
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These procedures are guidelines to be utilized during these incidents along with __________, proper _______________, and ________________ of the construction features of the particular building. |
These procedures are guidelines to be utilized during these incidents along with pre-fire plans, proper size-up of the incident, and familiarity of the construction features of the particular building. All are necessary elements needed for a safe operation. In addition, proper |
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. In addition, proper ____________and ____________will play an important role in the successful management of these incidents. |
In addition, proper training and experience will play an important role in the successful management of these incidents. |
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The United States Fire Administration report identifies three (3) common problems encountered during high-rise fires. |
These are: 1) water supply, 2) functionality of fire protection systems, and 3) occupant evacuation. |
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Fire Ground and Tactical Objectives: |
1. First-In Unit/Recon Team 2. Command/Lobby/Water Supply 3. Fire Attack (7 sides- top, bottom, left, right, above, below and room of origin) 4. Rescue/Evacuation 5. Ventilation |
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Initial Assignments First-In Unit: duties and minimum amount of personnel |
Recon Team (Minimum of 3 people) -Establishes Command, performs an exterior survey, and gives an initial size-up. |
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What is The primary function of the first arriving unit? |
The primary function of this team is to locate the fire as soon as possible. |
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What will the second arriving officer do upon arrival? |
assume command |
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No operations can be undertaken until the Incident Commander receives___________________ |
No operations can be undertaken until the Incident Commander receives size-up information. -Keep in mind that it may take a considerable amount of time for the Recon Team to reach the fire floor if they have to climb many flights of stairs. |
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for safety and accountability reasons, the recon team must do what? |
For safety and accountability reasons, this team must continuously report their location and status to the Incident Commander. |
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The Recon Group Supervisor must proceed with the following: |
* Meet with management or maintenance personnel (if present) * Check enunciator panel * Obtain elevator drop-key and master key/card * Investigate the fire floor * Give size-up * Initiate suppression/rescue/evacuation * Prepare to transfer to Fire Attack Group, Evacuation Group or Division Supervisor |
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The Recon Group Supervisor must decide the following: |
* What is the Tactical Priority? * Rescue (Life safety, including their own) * Fire Control * Property Conservation * How much and what size hose will be needed to extinguish the fire? How far will the fire travel, allowing the time for hand lines to be advanced to the fire floor? * Are there fire extension considerations? How can the fire be confined? * After the Recon team gives its size-up, it will be reassigned by the Incident Commander as needed. Options include retreating to a safe area to wait for the Fire Attack Group or be reassigned as the Evacuation Team dependent upon direction of the Incident Commander. |
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Second Assignment? what are their duties? |
Command/Lobby/Water Supply |
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The second arriving unit will assume command of the incident from the initial arriving unit. The first arriving truck company may or may not be assigned as listed due to________________ |
The second arriving unit will assume command of the incident from the initial arriving unit. The first arriving truck company may or may not be assigned as listed due to the fact that exterior aerial operations may be needed immediately. |
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The Company Officer of the second arriving unit will reportwhere? Once they arrive there, what will their duties be? |
The Company Officer of the second arriving unit will report to the lobby area and initiate lobby/command control functions. |
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The engineer of the second arriving apparatus obtains a positive water supply to the building’s standpipe/sprinkler system |
The engineer of the second arriving apparatus obtains a positive water supply to the building’s standpipe/sprinkler system. |
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The Lobby Division Supervisor will be responsible for, but not limited to: |
* Coordinate incoming units * Check control room for alarms and systems check * Controlling the entrances/exits * Controlling the elevators and access to the stairways * Securing the building manager and/or building engineer. They should remain in this area for technical advice as needed. * Prepare for possible shut down of utilities and HVAC systems * Maintain list and control all personnel that enter the building * Coordinate with Evacuation Team on established routes for evacuation of occupants allowing for a minimum of conflict with advancing firefighting equipment. |
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Third Assignment what is their assignment and what is the minimum amount of personnel allowed for this team? |
Fire Attack (Minimum of 6 people) |
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what is the responsibility of the fire attack group? |
The Fire Attack Group has the responsibility to mount an aggressive attack on the seat of the fire with confinement and extinguishment as the main goal. |
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how many personnel should be assigned to the fire attack group? |
2 - 3 person companies. 6 personnel total |
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of the two 3 person companies responding as the fire attack group; what is the first crews duties and what is the second crews duties? |
The first crew will be the fire attack and the second crew will be the back-up crew to provide for safety for the first attack team. |
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During the fire attack, where should the hoselines be connected to the standpipe |
Hose lines should be connected to the standpipe outlet one floor below the fire. |
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Before ascending to the fire floor, the Fire Attack Group must get specific instructions on: |
* Stairwell to be used * Fire floor * Fire location if possible * Elevator use * Radio frequency |
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The Fire Attack Team will report initially to Command but will be reassigned to _________________ as the incident expands. |
The Fire Attack Team will report initially to Command but will be reassigned to Operations as the incident expands. |
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Besides the fire floor, which floors are essential in operations, and what is the purpose behind this duty? |
Crews should also be assigned to the floor above the fire and roof early in the incident. These crews will check and control any fire extension and assess the roof conditions. |
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Fourth Assignment: job duties and number of personnel |
Rescue/Evacuation (Minimum of 6 People) |
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The Rescue and Evacuation Group has the responsibility to __________________ |
The Rescue and Evacuation Group has the responsibility to locate, relocate or remove any trapped occupants and assure the building is clear of occupants. |
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If search/rescue is needed prior to ventilation, ___________ will be used. |
If search/rescue is needed prior to ventilation, lifelines will be used. |
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Evacuation only consists of removing occupants out of the building.. true or false? |
Evaluate need for rescue and evacuation of occupants, keeping in mind evacuation may only involve moving occupants to another floor instead of out of the structure. In some cases, an entire structure may need to be evacuated which may involve a very large number of people. |
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The Evacuation Group is responsible for: |
* Controlling and communicating information to all occupants in its assigned area. * Ensuring its area of responsibility is searched and cleared of occupants when instructed to relocate or evacuate. * Carrying out an evacuation plan with little direction. * Reporting adverse conditions. * Communicate with Command or Operations to assure the best stairwells are used in the event of evacuation. |
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Fifth Assignment: Duties and number of personnel |
Ventilation (Minimum of 3 people) |
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What is The responsibility of the Ventilation Group ? |
The responsibility of the Ventilation Group is to ensure a safe path for heat, smoke and products of combustion to leave the structure. |
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Should ppv be used early or late in the incident? |
early |
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The structure should be monitored for increasing levels of ___________ (when using ppv) |
The structure should be monitored for increasing levels of carbon monoxide if gas powered fans are to be used. |
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what should be done to pressurize the stairwell? |
Two ventilation fans should be used in series to pressurize the stairwell. |
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When ventilating a floor, where should you place the fan, and what is the plan? |
When ventilating a floor, place the fan on the entrance side of the stairwell to pressurize the floor and the exhausted air should be allowed to escape into the stairwell that penetrates the roof. |
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how should small fires be ventilated? |
Small fires should be ventilated via the stairwell that penetrates the roof. |
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_______________ are the ideal means of ventilation and should be used only after contacting Command due to the danger of falling debris. |
window knockout panels |
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* Pressurized stairwells cannot be used for ventilation until ________________ |
* Pressurized stairwells cannot be used for ventilation until the pressure has been relieved. |
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___________________ should have information on the HVAC system that will affect ventilation. |
* The building engineer and pre-plan should have information on the HVAC system that will affect ventilation. |
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The impact of time factors can be greatly reduced by placing personnel and equipment in Staging -(where should the staging area be? ) |
The impact of time factors can be greatly reduced by placing personnel and equipment in Staging (2 - 3 floors below the fire) as quickly as possible. Being proactive is the key; anticipate what may happen and move resources before the need is actually there to use them. |
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The first arriving Chief Officer will receive a progress report from the Incident Commander and establish a command post where? |
The first arriving Chief Officer will receive a progress report from the Incident Commander and establish a command post outside the structure. The perimeter will be dictated by the incident location |
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Responsibilities of the Incident Commander |
* Assume command and establish an effective operating position. * Rapidly evaluate the incident (size-up). * Initiate, maintain, and control the communication process. * Provide for the safety, accountability, and welfare of personnel. * Identify the overall strategy, develop an incident action plan, and assign companies and personnel accordingly. * Coordinate overall emergency activities. * Coordinate activities of outside agencies. *Provide for continuity, transfer, and termination of command. |
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The Incident Commander is ultimately responsible for the successful management of the incident. Functions of the Incident Commander include but are not limited to: |
* Provide progress reports to Radio * Check life hazards and evacuations * Check HVAC status * Ensure availability of building keys * Assign apparatus to FDCs * Confirm the location and extent of the fire * Determine if a water flow alarm is in operation* Ensure elevator control * Activate firefighter service * Assign elevator operator * Call building personnel (engineer) * Ensure elevator company representative is responding * Get progress report from Recon * Assess situation status and ensure adequate staffing * Designate Base Area * Assign officer to fire control room * Assign personnel to check exterior of the building * Have police establish a safety perimeter around the building * Request utility personnel and outside agencies when needed * Assign qualified personnel to evaluate fire pump status and related equipment * Assign personnel to the incident organizational structure as the structure grows * Be proactive in deployment and decision making |
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What is the BASE |
The Base area is the primary point outside the structure to which responding personnel report and receive their initial orders for assignment. Base should be set up in a large area close enough to the incident to assure prompt response time but not too close to interfere with ongoing operations. |
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Who is the Base area staffed by? |
Base is initially staffed by the first arriving engine or truck to arrive at Base area. The officer/acting officer on this unit serves as the Base Manager. The Base Manager reports directlyto the IC |
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The Base Manager is responsible for: |
* Verifying the location of Base with the Incident Commander * Determining the most appropriate access route to Base for responding units * Coordinating with Lobby Control to establish one or more safe access routes to the incidentstructure * Maintaining an accurate log of apparatus, equipment and personnel responding to and within Base area * Assuring that companies are kept together and recording the time companies arrive and depart from Base * Assuring that equipment is delivered to interior units as needed |
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Elaborate on Interior Staging Area |
Interior Staging is an area in close proximity to the fire floor used to stage personnel and equipment for tasks being performed. It is also an area where previously assigned personnel can rehabilitate, retrieve fresh equipment and get medical attention without returning to the ground floor. |
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-Who is the Staging area chosen by? -Where should the staging area be -Who must the Staging area manager report to? |
Staging area is chosen by the Incident Commander or Operations but will usually be located 2 - 3 floors below the fire floor. The Interior Staging Manager reports to Operations. |
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The Interior Staging Manager reports to Operations. The Interior Staging Manager is responsible for the following: |
* Verifying the location of Interior Staging with Operations. * Establish effective and ongoing communications with Operations to coordinate personnel movement. * Establish effective communications with Logistics to coordinate equipment movement and deployment. * Assure that the area is safe for personnel to rehab and stage for deployment. * Ensure that personnel do not bypass the Interior Staging floor. * Plan for the layout of Interior Staging to keep personnel and equipment that have been utilized separated from ready equipment and personnel. * Ensure that a suitable location is set up for rehab of personnel and that personnel are monitored for illness or injury. * Maintain an accurate log of personnel rotating in and out of staging being sure to keep enough reserves as needed by Operations. |
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Additional personnel directed to Interior Staging should always bring priority equipment from __________________. |
Additional personnel directed to Interior Staging should always bring priority equipment from Base or Lobby. *No one should ever go to Interior Staging empty handed! |
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The following list of equipment is commonly stockpiled at Interior Staging: |
* SCBAs and air bottles * Fire hose, nozzles, hose appliances and fittings* Forcible entry tools * Ladders * Fans * Salvage covers and tools * Medical supplies * Portable lights and hand lights * Food and water with utensils * Any other items deemed necessary for the incident |
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The maximum distance the RIT should be located is _________ below the fire floor. |
The maximum distance the RIT should be located is one floor below the fire floor. |
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The maximum distance the RIT should be located is one floor below the fire floor. This can mean that the RIT could be staged in a somewhat hazardous atmosphere and Operations must allow for _____________ |
the maximum distance the RIT should be located is one floor below the fire floor. This can mean that the RIT could be staged in a somewhat hazardous atmosphere and Operations must allow for the RIT to rotate through Rehab as needed. |
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Where should the REhab Group be set up? What else is located in this area? |
The Rehab group will respond to the closest area that is safe and conditions facilitate effective rehabilitation for operating personnel. The Rehab group will usually be located on the same floor as interior staging. This will allow crews to move from operating positions to Rehab without exiting the building. |
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After crews have had sufficient time to rehabilitate they will then be ready to return to an operating position through_________________ |
After crews have had sufficient time to rehabilitate they will then be ready to return to an operating position through interior staging. |
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The Medical Branch will be designated in the event of injury or illness to ______________ Is this the same thing as rehab? |
The Medical Branch will be designated in the event of injury or illness to occupants of the building. *This is separate from the unit that is responsible for the rehabilitation of department personnel. |
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Depending on the __________________, the Medical Branch can simply be one unit or multiple units with the triage, treatment and transport groups reporting to them. |
Depending on the number and severity of injuries to occupants, the Medical Branch can simply be one unit or multiple units with the triage, treatment and transport groups reporting to them. |
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Who does the medical branch report to? |
directly to the IC |
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Rules for Elevator Use: What must be known before using elevators? |
* The exact location of the fire must be known before using elevators. |
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Rules for Elevator Use: * Never use the elevator until ______________. |
* Never use the elevator until Firefighter Operation has been activated. |
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Rules for Elevator use: NEVER take an elevator to the fire floor, always exit at least _____________ floor(s) below the fire. |
* NEVER take an elevator to the fire floor, always exit at least 2 floors below the fire. |
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Rules for Elevator Use: Never move an elevator more than ____________________ floor(s) without checking for full control over the car. |
* Never move an elevator more than 5 floors without checking for full control over the car. |
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is it ok to pass the fire floor in an elevator? |
no never never no |
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Rules for Elevator Use: Always __________________ before exiting a stalled elevator. |
* Always activate the emergency stop before exiting a stalled elevator. |
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Rules for Elevator Use: Elevator use should be limited to ______ people per car. |
* Elevator use should be limited to 6 people per car. |
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* Due to the potential hazards of elevator use, elevators should only be considered for use for fires above the ______________ floor. |
* Due to the potential hazards of elevator use, elevators should only be considered for use for fires above the 5th floor. |
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Why should or shouldn't we use freight elevators? |
* Do not use freight elevators unless a special situation makes it necessary. These elevators are generally hazardous due to the trash and debris stored around them. |
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Properly functioning _____________ are essential for good communications. |
frequent reports. Properly functioning radios are essential for good communications. |
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The following list will assist in keeping communications effective and concise. |
* Any person should use the MAYDAY call whenever a firefighter is missing or trapped. * Try to conduct as much face-to-face communication as possible. * Know who you are reporting to and who is reporting to you. * Know which TAC channel you have been assigned. * In the event that communications are hampered by building construction, try talk-around channel for radio transmissions. |
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In the event of long complex incidents, Incident Commanders and Operations Section Chiefs can quickly be overwhelmed with duties. The need for the Incident Commander to establish command positions of ________________ may become apparent. |
In the event of long complex incidents, Incident Commanders and Operations Section Chiefs can quickly be overwhelmed with duties. The need for the Incident Commander to establish command positions of Logistics, Planning and Finance Section Chiefs may become apparent. Crews may be |
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It is important to remember that ____________ is the enemy at high-rise fires. |
It is important to remember that time is the enemy at high-rise fires. |
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________, ________,_________, and ___________ are your greatest allies as an Incident Commander or group/division supervisor. |
Intuition, planning, experience, and foresight are your greatest allies as an Incident Commander or group/division supervisor. |
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The city of Los Angeles states that most small high-rise fires require a minimum of ________ air cylinders. |
The city of Los Angeles states that most small high-rise fires require a minimum of 80 air cylinders. |
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It can be agreed upon nationwide that the average fire in a high-rise utilizes a minimum of ___________personnel. |
It can be agreed upon nationwide that the average fire in a high-rise utilizes a minimum of 50 personnel. |
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The logistical nightmare can be best handled by __________________ |
The logistical nightmare can be best handled by a strong presence of Command coupled with a well trained and organized force of fire personnel. |
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________,_________, and ____________ will be critical factors in the overall success of the operation. |
trained and organized force of fire personnel. Communication, coordination and teamwork will be critical factors in the overall success of the operation. |
