18 - Forcible Entry

Question 1

Factors for forcible entry:

Answer 1

Type of construction
Available access to the door, windows or walls
Available tools
Time

Question 2

The efficiency of the firefighters in forcing entrance to a building is dependant upon three major factors:(3)

Answer 2

Tools - choosing the appropriate tools
Technique - applying the proper technique to structural component
Safety - safety for all concerned

Question 3

Tool groups/classes
(Including VX)

Answer 3

Cutting
Prying and spreading
Striking and bettering
Pushing and pulling
Supporting

Question 4

Power sources for tools:

Answer 4

Hand/manual
Electric
Battery
Pneumatic
Hydraulic
Gasoline

Question 5

STIHL 360/361 Use, blade length and chain type.

Answer 5

16” carbide tipped chain

Question 6

STIHL 460RS Use, Blade length and chain type

Answer 6

20” tungsten carbide and cobalt tipped chain

Question 7

STIHL 350/400 Cutoff saw blade diameter and type

Answer 7

12” diameter Desert diamond
all purpose diamond cutting blade

Question 8

4 Types of doors:

Answer 8

Swinging
Overhead
Rollup
Revolving