TB 35 Overhaul Procedures

Question 1

TB 35 Overhaul Procedures

The main objectives of overhaul are:

1. To insure that the fire is out and not subject to rekindle and that she building or other areas being overhauled are safe for occupancy if released to the owner without restriction.
2. To determine the most probable fire cause.
3. To minimize further damage to the building and/or materials that were involved.
4. To leave insurance adjusters a means to determine the fire loss. This results in a more equitably settlement for fire victims.
5. To provide for security of the premises before leaving the scene. The fire scene should be secured against rekindle, unlawful entry and other unauthorized acts.

Answer 1

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Question 2

TB 35 Overhaul Procedures

Following knock-down of the fire, the Incident Commander shall survey the premises prior to the start of the overhaul phase of the incident. The reasons for the survey are; to determine fire cause, to determine the nature and extent of the overhaul, to obtain pertinent information for developing the “overhaul” strategy with the affected officers, to develop and train subordinate officers in the planning of the “overhaul” strategy, to assure that all levels of command are aware of unsafe conditions and to review safety procedures to be followed.

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Question 3

TB 35 Overhaul Procedures

Debris from overhaul should normally be located on the fire property.

Street Maintenance should be contacted for cleanup of overhaul piles left on public ways.

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Question 4

TB 35 Overhaul Procedures

The number one priority when planning any overhaul is safety of personnel.

Answer 4

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