2013 Qab High Rise

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1/1E Responsibilities/Objectives of Level 1, First Engine?

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RECONNAISSANCE/SIZE-UP/FIRE ATTACK
- Identify this as a HR and assume IC.
- Check alarm panel and annunciator for location of fire/alarm. Relay to Communications.
- FE will begin connecting to standpipe and sprinkler systems, normally standpipe first.
– Fire Attack; CA and FFs will identify the stairwell to be used to go aloft and will proceed to the floor 2 floors below the fire floor, check for suitability for staging and announce this to IC.
– Continue up stairwell to fire floor with 100 feet 2 1/2“ for size up. Include state of floors immediately above and below fire floor in size-up.
- Relay size-up to IC.
– Relay any need for rescue/evacuation to IC.
– If necessary connect hose one floor below fire floor and initiate fire attack with 100’ 2 1/2”. Do NOT initiate fire attack until sure there is a continuous water supply to the standpipe.
– Give complete report on situation to IC

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1/1E What equipment should Level 1 First Engine bring in/take aloft?

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- 100’ 2 ½“ hose, preferably HR pack.
– Set of keys from building lock box.
– Building intercom handset.
– Forcible Entry Tool.
- Flashlight,
- radio,
- Duct tape.

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1/2E Responsibilities/Objectives of Level 1 Second Engine?

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ASSIST FIRST ENGINE WITH FIRE ATTACK
- CA and FFs will take the required equipment and proceed to the staging floor to assist with the attack/hold operation.
– FE will be assigned to Lobby Control/Water Supply to assist in establishing a continuous water supply.
– CA will report to IC on arrival and give updates on the situation and the crew’s movements in the building.

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1/2E What equipment should Level 1 Second Engine bring in/take aloft?

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1 extra air bottle per FF.
– Hose Pack (2 ½” unless requested otherwise).
– Utility Rope.
– Building intercom handset.
– Forcible entry tool (axe).
– Flashlight.
– Radio.

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1/1T Responsibilities/Objectives of Level 1 First Truck?

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LOBBY CONTROL/WATER SUPPLY OFFICER.
Assume Lobby Control/Water Supply.
– Assign FE to assist with water supply/pumping operations.
– Ensure all fire protection systems are continuously supplied with water by providing a continuous water supply, fire pumps, or other means.
– Take command of and use the 3 FE and apparatus from the first two engines and first truck to establish the water supply.
– Use the rest of the company to assist with Lobby Control.
– CA will report to the IC on arrival and give updates as needed.

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1/1T What equipment should Level 1 First Truck bring in to lobby?

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- 1 extra air bottle per FF.
– Utility Rope.
– Building intercom handset.
– Set of building keys from lockbox.
– Forcible entry tools.
– Fire line tape.
– High rise bag.
– Cell phone.
– Flashlight.
– Radio.

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1/2T Responsibilities/Objectives of Level 1 Second Truck?

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SEARCH EACH FLOOR TO ROOF.
– Crew will make a cursory check of each floor all the way to roof checking for extension/rescue problems.
– Use duct tape as necessary to keep doors unlocked.
– Personnel not assigned to search duties will do forcible entry.
– CA will report to IC on arrival and as necessary with updates.
– If a problem is found CA will report to IC or Ops the situation found and CA’s recommended actions. CA will be guided by IC’s orders.

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1/2T What equipment should Level 1 Second Truck bring in/take aloft?

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- 6’ pike pole and axe.
– 2 air bottles per crew member (I extra each plus extras for Level 1 First engine)
– Life Line.
– EMS gear (airway, defib/monitor/trauma)
– Forcible entry tools (recommend rescue saw with metal cutting blade).
– Duct tape.
– Search Keys.
– Flashlights.
- Radios

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Responsibilities/Objectives of Level 1 BC (First Chief)?

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ASSUME IC
– Determine and transmit the location of Base.
– Pass command to the next arriving BC and assume OPS.
– Once OPS assumed, enter the building and set up near Staging Area
– Assess the situation and order additional resources as needed.
– Identify/specify stairways to be used for evacuation, smoke removal, FD use, etc.
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1/1BC What equipment should Level 1 BC (First Chief) bring in?

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- HR Bag.
– Cell Phone

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2/1E Responsibilities/Objectives of Level 2 First Engine?

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STAGING MANAGER/REHAB OFFICER
– Carry required equipment aloft to 2 floors below fire floor.
– CA report to IC when onscene and as updates are required.
– Carry out duties of Staging Manager/Rehab Officer

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Who assumes and what are duties of STAGING MANAGER/REHAB OFFICER ?

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Level 2 First Engine assumes duties of Staging Manager/Rehab Officer, reports to OPS.
– Establish staging 2 floors below fire floor.
– Establish Layout, considering need for check-in, staging, check-out, rehab, equipment stockpiles, etc.
– Report status to IC
– determine required resource levels from OPS.
– Recommended levels are three companies in Staging/Rehab for every company on the fire floor
– Advise OPS when levels reach minimums.
– Request resources through Logistics as necessary to maintain required reserves.
– Consider need for equipment, feeding, sanitation and security.
– As incident progresses Rehab needs may require a separate Rehab Officer under Staging Manager.
– Each function may require an entire company

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2/1E What equipment should Level 2 First Engine bring in/Aloft?

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EMS gear (airway, defib, trauma, extra O2),
- Drinking water,
- Utility Rope,
- Fire Line tape,
- Forcible Entry Tools,
- High Rise Bag
– radios
– cell phone
– Building Handset
– flashlights/lighting
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2/2E Responsibilities/Objectives of Level 2 Second Engine?

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REPORT TO STAGING
- Report to Staging Manager/Rehab Officer
– Carry required equipment aloft

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2/2E What equipment should Level 2 Second Engine Bring in/Aloft?

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- Extra air bottle per FF,
- Hose Pack
– Forcible Entry tool
- Flashlight
– radio
– cell phone
– other equipment as directed

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2/3E Responsibilities/Objectives of Level 2 Third Engine?

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REPORT TO STAGING
- Report to Staging Manager/Rehab Officer
– Carry required equipment aloft

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2/3E What equipment should Level 2 Engine Bring in/Aloft?

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- Extra air bottle per FF,
- Hose Pack
– Forcible Entry tool- Flashlight
– radio
– cell phone
– other equipment as directed

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2/1T Responsibilities/Objectives of Level 2 First Truck?

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REPORT TO STAGING
- Report to Staging Manager/Rehab Officer
– Carry required equipment aloft. Possible activities may include search, rescue, fire attack support, ventilation, stairwell support…

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2/1T What equipment should Level 2 First Truck Bring in/Aloft?

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- 6’ pike pole,
- 2 extra air bottles per FF (8 total)
– Forcible entry tool (recommend rescue saw with metal cutting blade)
- Flashlight
– radio
– cell phone
– other equipment as directed

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2/2T Responsibilities/Objectives of Level 2 Second Truck?

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BASE MANAGER
– CA report to IC on arrival
– Assume the duties of Base Manager
– Establish Base at location agreed upon/specified by IC. Let communications know location of BASE
- Label the area BASE for incoming units.

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Who assumes/what are the duties of Base Manager?

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Level 2 Second Truck (2/2T) assumes Base Manager
– Base Manager manages all operations at Base and reports to Logistics
– Verify Location of Base with IC. Normally at least 200’ from building for safety reasons.
– Consult with Logistics to determine resource levels to be maintained at base. Normally at least 2 companies in Base for every company in Staging
– Additional resources to be ordered via Logistics
– Let Communications know Base location to be relayed to incoming units. Label Base (2 cones, position vest)
– Check units in
– keep records of units in/out
– organize/direct units to parking. Diagonal parking. Companies to remain together at apparatus with CA
– organize stockpiles of required equipment, - Consider traffic flow to facilitate unloading and transport of equipment to Lobby Control
- establish and maintain security perimeter around building and apparatus. Consider PD as necessary.
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2/2T What equipment should Level 2 Truck Bring in/Aloft?

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Trick question. They are Base Manager and don’t go into building

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2/3T Responsibilities/Objectives of Level 2 Third Truck?

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ASSIGNED TO LOBBY CONTROL
– Report to Lobby Control and assist with Lobby Control as assigned by Lobby Control Officer.

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2/3T What equipment should Level 2 Truck Bring in/Aloft?

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- 6’ pike pole,
- 2 extra air bottles per FF (8 total)
– Forcible entry tool
- Flashlight
– radio
– cell phone
– other equipment as directed

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2/1BC Responsibilities/Objectives of Level 2 First Chief?

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ASSUME IC
- Assume IC, outside the building
– Set up a Command Post (Request assistance/resources from BASE as necessary)
– Assign initial IC to Ops and confer with OPS,
- Assume accountability and Safety Officer Duties,
- Assess the situation and order additional resources as needed.
– Begin Planning process.

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2/2BC Responsibilities/Objectives of Level 2 Second Chief

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LOGISTICS SECTION CHIEF
– report(s) to IC and assume the duties of Logistics Section Chief
– Get a briefing from all logistical sections (Base, Water Supply, Stairwell Support, Staging, Communications)
– assess the situation, confer with IC and order additional resources as needed through IC.

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Who assumes/What are responsibilities of Logistics Section Chief?

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Level 2 Second Chief assumes LOGISTICS, reports to IC.
– Logistics manages Base, Lobby Control, Water Supply, and Stairwell Support. Requests from Staging for resources will go through Logistics to Base.
-Logistics is also responsible for proper functioning of incident communications (portable radios, loaners, batteries, building intercom)
– Normally located somewhere near Base, but may be mobile.
– Coordinate with IC on strategy, needs, reserves.

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2/3BC Responsibilities/Objectives of Level 2 Third Chief?

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REPORT TO BASE FOR ASSIGNMENT

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What positions are on the Command Staff?

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Safety Officer, Liaison Officer, Information Officer

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What Positions are on the General Staff?

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Operations, Logistics, Planning, Finance.

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Who fills all staff positions in ICS until delegated/filled?

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IC

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Are Command Staff or General Staff positions usually the first filled?

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General Staff positions are usually the first filled on a HR incident (in order; OPS, Logistics,

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What are the common responsibilities for all companies and personnel on a HR Incident?

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- Wear full PPE and SCBA – check in and out – Companies remain together unless directed otherwise –Receive assignment and direction from immediate supervisor – Acquire/bring appropriate resources to complete assignment – Bring Radios and cell phone – Use common sense and good judgment – Keep supervisor informed – use clear text communications – Follow the plan – Keep appropriate records, including ICS 214 – Demobilize using appropriate procedures

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What are all Level 1 and 2 companies responsible for bringing to the lobby?

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Strip hose packs, air bottles and other HR equipment and bring it to the lobby or other designated location.

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Who gets T-Cards when?

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- Level 1; IC collects – Level 2; Lobby Control – Level 3; Base

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Who assumes Planning?

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HIT TEAM - HIT is no longer an automatic dispatch. If HIT not requested the IC should assign a company to assume Plans as soon as practical. Plans will take care of T-Card system/organizer. Resource Unit and Situation Unit.

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What makes up a HR Level 1 Dispatch?

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2 engines, 2 truck/USAR, 1 Squad, 1 BC

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What makes up a HR Level 2 Dispatch?

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Level 1 plus 3 Engines, 3 Truck/USAR, 3 BCs - total of 5 Engines, 5 Truck/USAR, 1 Squad, 4 BCs. – supplementary units; Arson, Duty mechanic – Notify Duty Chief, PIO – Special call Air Unit, HIT

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What makes up a HR Level 3 Dispatch?

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Level 1 plus Level 2 plus - 6Engines, 4 Trucks/USAR, 1 BC, - Total 11 engines, 9 trucks, 1 Squad, 5 BCs, Duty Mechanic, PIO –

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How many personnel is this plan projected to mobilize for a HR incident?

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This plan is projected to mobilize about 150 personnel. This plan conforms to the SCC Mutual Aid Plan, California State Mutual Aid Plan, and ICS.

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When was the HR Plan written?

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1996