Fire Company Fill In Procedure 302-11 Flashcards
(20 cards)
What does this SOP provide?
A procedure for fire emergency response companies that maintains a prioritized order of fill-ins.
What is the goal of maintaining a prioritized order of fill-ins?
To seek balanced coverage when resources are progressively reduced.
What does the SOP outline regarding pump company response capability?
Coverage from a single pump company response capability to full complement.
What occurs when a fire station’s district does not have pump company coverage?
The practice of filling in a pump company at the station without coverage occurs.
Is it always possible to fill in a pump company at a station without coverage?
No, it is not always possible.
What happens when resources continue to be reduced?
Selective placement of the remaining pump companies occurs.
What is the prioritized order for Pump Company coverage in a city?
From single pump company coverage to full complement coverage
Pump Company refers to either a Pumper Company or a Quint Company with a crew of four firefighters.
What is the station placement for 1 Pump Company?
1 Station
This is the basic coverage requirement.
What is the station placement for 2 Pump Companies?
1, #2 Stations
This placement allows for better coverage.
What is the station placement for 3 Pump Companies?
1, #2 and #5 Stations
This placement provides additional coverage options.
What is the station placement for 4 Pump Companies?
1, #2, #5 and #6 Stations
This enhances the city’s coverage.
What is the station placement for 5 Pump Companies?
1, #2, #5, #6 and #3 Stations
This placement further increases coverage.
What is the station placement for 6 Pump Companies?
1, #2, #5, #6, #3 and #4 Stations
This ensures more comprehensive coverage.
What is the station placement for 7 or greater Pump Companies?
1, #2, #5, #6, #3, #4 and #7 Stations
This provides full coverage across the city.
What is a reason for the placement of Pump Company #1 at #1 Station?
Centrally located with platoon management resources
This placement ensures the best response capability for all citizens.
Why is the CPR mainline important in pump company placement?
It divides north side and south side coverage
This affects response capabilities.
What is the benefit of placing a Pump Company at #2 Station?
Balanced coverage for residential NW area
This reduces travel distance and response time.
What is the impact of placing a Pump Company at #6 Station?
Support for #4 Station
This helps increase balanced coverage for residential SW.
True or False: The placement of Pump Companies aims to achieve adequate initial coverage.
True
This is crucial for response effectiveness.
Fill in the blank: The placement of Pump Companies aims to increase _______ coverage for residential areas.
balanced
Balanced coverage is essential for effective emergency response.
