Not Yet Known 3 Flashcards
According to stp- crews operating on levels above the fire should be constantly alert for the potential of fire extension. List the actions crews should take.
- checking concealed spaces, including ducting and pipe work with the tic. - closing windows and moving flammable material away from windows . - always having charged lines of hose. - maintaining communication with outside crews, who can report any externally visible indicators of changed fire activity .
You have been instructed to commence ventilation . According to ff training manual, when determining where ventilation needs to be carried out, what considerations need to be taken into account?
- the nature and proximity of exposures. - the size of the fire. - the seat of the fire. The wind and weather conditions . - the type of building construction. - the presence of vertical or horizontal openings and how they may affect ventilation.
According to standing orders what are possible signs of accelerant use?
- characteristic burn pattern - indication of fire trailers. - rapid fire development inconsistent with available combustible material. - unusual odours. - damage to building consistent with a vapour explosion.
Describe a class 3 bushfire
A major bushfire or fires where an appointment is made or is imminent under the provisions of section 44 of RFA 1997. Section 44 allows RFS commissioner to take charge .
Frnsw is committed to achieving principles and requirements of the equity, diversity and inclusion policy. To achieve this what are employees responsible for?
- creating a culturally safe workplace environment which is free from discrimination and everyone is valued and treated with respect. - working collaboratively to recognise and appreciate equity, diversity and inclusion. - identifying and addressing any form of discrimination in the workplace .
According to transfer and mobility policy, list the reasons permanent officers and ffs may seek transfer or be transferred.
- career development. - operational capability . - compassionate issues / staff welfare. - location based transfers. - performance / disciplinary
ISP create an extremely hazardous environment for ffs and may force adoption of a defensive strategy. From sogs, what are the reasons for this ?
- eps melts and flows like liquid. Rapid fire spread. - panel delamination rapidly increasing fire spread. - increased risk of flashover and backdraught. - large volumes of toxic, thick , black , acrid smoke are produced. - sudden loss of structural integrity.
In accordance with sogs , when developing objectives, strategies and tactics what should be considered?
- the response time for requested support. - the requirements for relief crews and refreshments. - whether a change of shift might be necessary.
According to bushfire hazard reduction procedure- pile burns may be carried out by frnsw to dispose of vegetation resulting from what activities ?
- removal of bushfire fuels. - bush regeneration / weed removal from authorised activities. E.g landcare on behalf of local council. - agricultural activities .
As stated in 6 min intensive training- search and rescue during ff activities. What signs would indicate it’s time to withdraw?
- worsening fire / smoke conditions. - signs of structural collapse - previously unknown hazards. Eg acetylene. - emergency radio message signalling . Eg - loss is par
- change to defensive via an order from ic to withdraw or abandon.
According to stp- what are the 3 golden rules to follow when applying foam?
- do not begin to apply foam unless you have enough to extinguish the fire or cover the fuel spill. - point branch away from fire until good finished foam is being produced . - you cannot mix different foam concentrates.
According to stp- when reading a fire we need indicators to base our decisions on, what are the most important indicators?
BSAHF. - Building. - Smoke. - Air track. - Heat. - Flame.
Stp- building classes 1-10. The class of building is a measure of the buildings likely: list these 4 points.
- Use. - Fire load. - Population. - Mobility of the occupants, such as whether they are sleeping or alert.
According to fire investigation toolkit, when should you request FIRU for assistance?
- there has been a loss of life at a fire, or a person is not expected to live from their injuries, or. - the fire is considered major ( 4th alarm or above, significant community impact or unusual fire behaviour) or. - the origin and cause of the fire is not apparent.
