SOG's Flashcards
(434 cards)
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Cockloft
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The space located between the underside of the roof and the top floor ceiling. The Cock Loft is typically 3 feet or less in height with no direct access from below.
SOG’s General Definitions pg. 1
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C.A.N. Report
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Acronym for Conditions, Actions, and Needs that are used to describe current fire ground conditions, actions, that are being performed and resources that may be needed.
SOG’s General Definitions pg. 1
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English Basement
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A floor of a building that is below ground level and has an entrance located on the front (A-Alpha) side of the Structure.
SOG’s General Definitions pg. 1
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Floor
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Designated number consistent with the living space in a structure.
SOG’s General Definitions pg. 2
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Garden Apartment Building
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An apartment complex (containing lawns and gardens) in which the structures are four-floors or lower and constructed of ordinary or wood frame components.
SOG’s General Definitions pg. 2
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Heavy Duty
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An operation where hoselines or appliances capable of flowing 325 gallons per minute or more are utilized.
SOG’s General Definitions pg. 2
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High-Rise
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In the District of Columbia, any building the height of which is 5 stories or more is considered a high-rise structure.
SOG’s General Definitions pg. 2
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Knee Wall
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A short wall, typically less than three feet in height, is used to support rafters in timber roof construction. Usually found in structures with peaked roofs. Knee walls are typically covered with plaster or gypsum board by enclosing the useful part of the attic space while the remaining small space under the eaves is only used for storage. The space is ideal for concealing fire spread and must be quickly accessed.
SOG’s General Definitions pg. 3
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Leader Line
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A 2 1/2” or 3” hoseline, is connected to the Wagon and utilized to supply one or two 1 1/2” hose lines through a gated “Y” or reducer.
SOG’s General Definitions pg. 3
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Scrub Area
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The area of a building wall that can be touched by the tip or bucket of the aerial.
SOG’s General Definitions pg. 3
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Stories
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Is the number of levels above ground.
SOG’s General Definitions pg. 4
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Straight Stream
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A water stream that is delivered through a CVFSS tip and less than a 30-degree fog pattern.
SOG’s General Definitions pg. 4
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Vacant Building
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A vacant building in the District of Columbia is defined by the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs as a property that has been unoccupied for a minimum of 30 days.
SOG’s General Definitions pg. 4
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The purpose of the Personnel Accountability System is to what?
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account for all firefighters operating within the Hazard Zone of an incident.
SOG’s Ch. 1 pg. 5 Section 1.1
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The hazard zone is defined as what?
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“Any area that requires Self Contained Breathing Apparatus or in which a firefighter is at risk of becoming lost, trapped, or injured by the environment or structure”.
SOG’s Ch. 1 pg. 5 Section 1.1
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The Hazard Zone can include what following incidents
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- Any structure reported to be on fire
- Areas in proximity to a structure fire during exterior operations
- A structure undergoing overhaul after a fire
- Confined space incidents
- Trench collapse incidents
- Collapsed buildings
- Metro and heavy rail incidents
SOG’s Chapter 1 pg. 5 Section 1.1
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The Personnel Accountability System begins when?
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members assume duty on an emergency response vehicle and place their Personnel Accountability Tag (PAT) on the Unit’s “Unit Designator Card” (UDC).
SOG’s Ch. 1 pg. 5 Section 1.1
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The minimum crew operating in a hazard zone shall be two firefighter equipped with what?
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portable radios
SOG’s Ch. 1 pg. 5 Section 1.1
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Member shall not separate from their companies for independent action or?
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Attach to another Company.
SOG’s Ch. 1 pg. 5 Section 1.1
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All personnel shall be in contact with their Officer-In-Charge (OIC) by either:
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- Voice
- Touch
- Sight
- Portable Radio
SOG’s Ch. 1 pg. 6 Section 1.1
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Personnel Accountability Tags Color Codes:
White
Yellow
Orange
Blue
Red
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White = Officers and PIO
Yellow = Firefighters
Orange = EMS
Blue = Fire Inspector
Red = Other Members - as directed by the Fire Chief
SOG’s Ch. 1. pg. 6 Section 1.1
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In the event that a member does not have his/her PAT (i.e. lost, stolen, or forgotten) his/her ___ ____ ___ ___ shall be used in place of the PAT. The Platoon Commander will then do what?
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Fire Department I.D. card, make an official journal entry
SOG’s Chapter 1 pg. 6 Section 1.1
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Are members allowed to assume duty or ride apparatus without their PAT and/or Department Identification Card.
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no
SOG’s Chapter 1 pg. 6 Section 1.1
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The Unit Designator Cards are approximately
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3” x 4 1/2” plastic cards imprinted with the unit number.
SOG’s Ch. 1 pg. 6 Section 1.1
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Color Designation of UDC's:
Red
Green
Black
Orange
Gold
Red = Engine Company
Green = Truck Company
Black = Rescue Squad
Orange = EMS Units: ALS & BLS
Gold = Chiefs, EMS Supervisor, Haz-Mat, Fire Boat, Air Unit, and other units
SOG's Ch. 1 pg. 6 Section 1.1
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Unit Designator Cards will be considered part of what?
the apparatus inventory
SOG's Chapter 1 pg. 7 Section 1.1
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Initial unit accountability will be required within __ ____ after the arrival of the first company on the scene of the incident.
10 minutes
SOG's Ch. 1 pg. 7 Section 1.2
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The OUC Channel 0-2 operator will announce the time when the __ ___ duration of the incident has been reached, and every subsequent __ ____ interval during the incident until Command notifies the OUC to discontinue.
ten-minute, ten-minute
SOG's Chapter 1 pg. 7 Section 1.2
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A formal "Roll Call" to account for each individual on the fire ground will be conducted at the __ _____ interval of the incident, and at each subsequent __ _____ interval
20 minute, 20 minute
SOG's Ch. 1 pg. 7 Section 1.2
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The Incident Commander shall conduct a formal roll call when what?
Changing from offensive to defensive operations, or whenever an event occurs that could jepordize companies operating on the fire ground. Additionally, the IC shall conduct a formal role call prior to returning units on any incident where Command has been established and members have operated within an IDLH atmosphere.
SOG's Ch. 1 pg. 7 Section 1.2
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Persons or crews unaccounted for during formal roll call, ___ ___ stop the roll call from other Groups or Divisions. Why?
Will not, this is because more than one crew or person may be unaccounted for.
SOG's Ch. 1 pg. 8 Section 1.3
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Persons or crews unaccounted for ___ ____ stop the roll call from other Groups or Divisions. What will the Group/Division Supervisor or Branch Director do in these instances?
will not, will initiate search procedures within their assigned area.
SOG's Chapter 1 pg. 8 Section 1.3
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A roll call shall be done in the following situations after assuring continued suppression efforts and all obvious mitigation options have been initiated by Companies operating in the immediate vicinity:
* Upon receiving a MAYDAY transmission.
* Report of personnel missing or trapped.
* A unit or crew cannot be contacted in the hazard zone after three consecutive attemps by radio contact.
* Sudden hazard change on the incident scene such as a vapor release, collaspse, etc.
* After an evacuation of the building has been ordered.
SOG's Ch. 1 pg. 8 Section 1.3
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When a Unit or Crew cannot be contacted in the Hazard Zone after ____ consecutive attempts by radio contact a mayday will be called.
three
SOG's Chapter 1 Section 1.3 pg. 8
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Level of Accountability:
| Level I
Company Officers shall ensure that all PATs on the UDC reflect the names of all personnel assigned to that unit for that tour of duty.
SOG's Ch. 1 pg. 9 Section 1.5
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Level of Accountability:
| Level II
All UDC's are to be collected from the apparatus and delivered to the command post in the following conditions:
* Command may designate a company to collect all UDC's.
* Command may order units to bring their UDC's to the command post.
SOG's Ch. 1 pg. 9 Section 1.5
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Mayday
is to notify Command (and other units on the scene) that firefighter(s) or crews are lost, missing, or trapped.
SOG's Ch. 1 pg. 12 Section 1.8
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Levels of Accountability:
| Level III
The Incident Commander shall decide that the incident requires more stringent accountability (i.e. Metro, Haz-Mat, High-Rise, Confined Space, Explosions, Structural Collapse, Trench Rescue, Salvage/Overhaul Operations, etc.). The Incident Commander shall implement 'Entry Control' and designate and Entry Control Officer.
SOG's Ch. 1 pg. 9 Section 1.5
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Once Level III accountability has been established, all units will do what? Personnel shall check in with who and when units __ __ exit at any other location from which they entered except when?
bring their UDCs with PATs attached to the entry control point and present them to the Entry Control Officer, Enter and EXIT, may NOT, in an emergency and Command MUST be immediately notified.
SOG's Ch. 1 pg. 9 Section 1.5
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Anytime Level III accountability has been ordered, the IC will notify the OUC to sound a ___ ___ alert tone on the incident talk group. Upon conclusion of the alert tone, the IC shall advise units of what?
two-second, that Level III Accountability has been implemented and the location of the entry control point(s).
SOG's Ch. 1 pg. 9 Section 1.5
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Activate the orange "Emergency Activation" button located on top of the portable radio. Depressing this button will cause the radio to emit a set of ___ high-pitched tones, and the word "______" will be displayed on the radio's LCD display and at the OUC.
four, Emergency
SOG's Chapter 1 Section 1.8 pg. 9
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Activating the orange "Emergency Activation" button will cause the radio to do what?
emit a set of four high-pitched tones and the word "Emergency" will be displayed on the radio's LCD display and at the OUC.
SOG's Chapter 1 pg. 9 Section 1.8
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The acronym LUNAR should be used to give all pertinent information. What does it stand for?
L - Location
U - Unit assigned
N - Name
A - Air status of SCBA
R - Resources needed to mitigate emergency
SOG's Ch. 1 pg. 10 Section 1.8
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Steps for an individual declaring a "Mayday"
1. Activate the orange "Emergency Activation" button.
2. Pust the push-to-talk button and state "Mayday, Mayday, Mayday".
3. Once Command has acknowledged, give your LUNAR.
4. Command will tell the member to activate their PASS device.
SOG's Chapter 1 pg. 9, 10 Section 1.8
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PRIORITY
is to transmit an urgent message to Command that does NOT involve trapped or missing personnel.
SOG's Ch. 1 pg. 12 Section 1.8
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10-33
is a coded message to inform the OUC that immediate police assistance is needed.
SOG's Ch. 1 pg. 12 Section 1.8
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The collapse zone is defined as what? This area shall be determined by establishing a perimeter at what distance from the building and by whom?
The area around the perimeter of a structure that could contain hazards/debris should the building collapse. At least 1 1/2 times the height of the structure. The collapse zone should be marked with yellow barrier tape by the Safety Officer or a designee.
SOG's Ch. 1 pg. 12 Section 1.7
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A safety message shall be transmitted on the Incident Talk Group declaring that a collapse zone has been established and the perimeter defined. In addition, the Collapse Zone should be
marked with yellow barrier tape by the Safety Officer or a designee.
SOG's Ch. 1 pg. 12 Section 1.7
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The IC shall assure that a collapse zone is established on any incident where what?
A defensive strategy has been declared.
SOG's Ch. 1 pg. 12 Section 1.7
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Heavy-duty devices and exterior hand lines should ____ be operating at the same time unless?
NOT, the hand line is operating in an area that the heavy-duty device cannot reach, and the crew on the hand line is not endangered by the larger stream.
SOG's Ch. 1 pg. 12 Section 1.7
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On all Box Alarm Incidents and Triple Locals, who will carry out their assigned responsibilities?
The 1st and 2nd due Engine Companies, the 1st die Truck Company and the assigned Battalion Chiefs.
SOG's Ch. 2 pg. 13 Section 2.2
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Staging in-line of approach shall be utilized on all Box Alarms by all units except for whom?
The first and second due Engine Companies, the first due Truck Company, and the assigned Battalion Fire Chiefs.
SOG's Ch. 2 pg. 13 Section 2.3
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The 3rd and 4th due Engine Companies will stage where? And where will the crewmembers remain?
At the hydrant location of the 1st and 2nd due Engine Companies layout and support their water supply. Crewmembers shall remain at the apparatus until given orders by Command.
SOG's Ch. 2 pg. 13 Section 2.3
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When 1st and 2nd due Engine Company has their own hydrant, what will the affected Engine Company (3rd and 4th) do?
Select an independent hydrant and stage at that location and remain flexible, so they may respond to any area of the incident as directed.
SOG's Ch. 2 pg. 13 Section 2.3
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The 2nd due Truck Company, the 5th due Engine, Rescue Squad, and the EMS units shall stage in line of approach, where?
Two (2) blocks away from the reported incident location, without committing to the block; and shall remain flexible, so they may respond to any area of the incident as directed.
SOG's Ch. 2, pg. 13 Section 2.3
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Units arriving at their staging location shall report what?
Their arrival verbally by radio, units shall also request an assignment from Command when appropriate and necessary.
SOG's Ch. 2 pg. 13 Section 2.4
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Level II Staging, the OUC will direct companies to respond on the staging channel that has been designated by the IC. Command will designate a staging area where companies are to report. Companies arriving at the staging area will do what? While enroute and in the staging area, Company Officers shall do what?
Notify Command by radio of their arrival at the staging area on the staging channel and will await instructions. Monitor the assigned incident talk group.
SOG's Ch. 2 pg. 14 Section 2.4
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In Level II staging, what happens?
OUC will direct companies to respond on the Staging Talk Group (specific TAC) that has been designated by the IC. Command will designate a staging area where companies are to report. Companies arriving at the staging area will notify Command by radio of their arrival and await instructions. While en route to the staging area, the Company Officer will monitor the assigned Incident Talk Group as well.
SOG's Chapter 2 pg. 14 Section 2.4
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If additional resources are needed in Level III Staging, the Staging Manager will make all requests through whom?
Command. Requests made to the OUC shall be made by Command on Talk Ground Zero-2.
SOG's Chapter 2 pg. 14 Section 2.5
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What is Level III Staging?
Is the designation of a formal staging area, under the direction of a Staging Manager.
SOG's Ch. 2 pg. 14 Section 2.5
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Under Level III Staging, Command will do what?
Command will notify the OUC that Level III Staging is in effect, they will designate a staging area on Channel Zero-2, and assign a Staging Manager.
SOG's Chapter 2 pg. 14 Section 2.5
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Under Level III Staging Companies responding to the Staging Area will respond how?
On the staging channel, monitor the incident talk group and the staging channel.
SOG's Chapter 2, pg. 14 Section 2.5
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During Level III Staging, Companies arriving at the Staging Area will make what radio transmission? Company Officers dispatched to the staging area will ____?
None, Report in person to the Staging Manager
SOG's Chapter 2, pg. 14 Section 2.5
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During Level III Staging, if additional resources are needed, the Staging Manager will do what?
Make all requests through Command. Requests made to the OUC shall be made by Command on Channel Zero-2
SOG's Chapter 2 pg. 14 Section 2.5
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When an Operations Section is established by Command, the Staging Manager shall function under whom?
Operations
SOG's Chapter 2 pg. 14 Section 2.5
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The Staging Manager will notify Command/Operations on the staging talk group upon arrival of whom and verify what?
The companies available at the staging location, and determine from Command/Operations the minimum complement of units to be maintained in the Staging Area. Advise Command/Operations on the staging talk group when the number of companies in the staging area falls below the established minimum.
SOG's Chapter 2, pg. 14 Section 2.5
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On Level III Staging the Staging Manager will maintain a list of what?
A current list of the companies in the Staging Area, a list of companies and their initial assignments on the incident that have been deployed from the Staging Area, and inform all Company Officers "face-to-face" of assignments given from Command/Operations.
SOG's Chapter 2 pg. 14 Section 2.5
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On Level III Staging, the Staging Manager will perform what duties?
* Notify Command/Operations on the Staging Talk Group upon arrival and verify the companies available at the Staging location.
* Determine from Command/Operations the minimum complement of units to be maintained in the Staging Area.
* Advise Command/Operations on the Staging Talk Group when the number of companies in the staging area falls below the established minimum.
* Maintain a current list of Companies in the Staging Area.
* Maintain a list of Companies and their initial assignments on the incident that have been deployed from the Staging Area.
* Inform all Company Officers "face-to-face" of assignments given from Command/Operations.
SOG's Chapter 2 pg. 14 Section 2.4
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When an Operations Section is established by Command, the Staging Manager shall function under whom?
"Operations"
SOG's Chapter 2 pg. 14 Section 2.5
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On Level III Staging, the Staging Manager will relay to the Companies going into the incident what information?
* The location and area of operation.
* The Division/Group Supervisor or Branch Director to whom they are to report.
* The Talk Group on which they are to operate.
SOG's Chapter 2 pg. 14, 15 Section 2.5
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On Level III Staging, what will the Staging Manager relay to companies who are being utilized from staging?
* The location and area of operation.
* The Division/Group Supervisor or Branch Director to whom they are to report to.
* The talk group on which they are to operate.
SOG's Chapter 2, pg. 15 Section 2.5
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Interior staging on a high-rise incident will be at least __ ___ below the fire floor.
three floors
SOG's Chapter 2 pg. 15 Section 2.6
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Interior staging on a major building may be in a what?
Separate wing or in any location protected from the incident conditions.
SOG's Chapter 2 pg. 15 Section 2.6
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Interior Staging should be limited to ____?
Fire-resistant (Type 1) and non-combustible (Type 2) building types.
SOG's Chapter 2, pg. 15 Section 2.6
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Size-up can be divided into the following categories:
Exterior, Interior, and CAN (Conditions, Actions, Needs) reports.
SOG's Chapter 3 pg. 16 Section 3.1
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The first arriving unit on both the front (A-alpha) and rear (C-charlie) of the address shall give an exterior size-up that includes what?
* Unit Name
* Corrected address (if different than initially reported)
* Side of the Building
* Building Height
* Building Occupancy
* Configuration
* Type of Construction
* Dimensions (if unusual)
* Conditions on Arrival
* Critical Information
* Structural Emergencies
* Special Hazards
* Lightweight Construction
* Announce the strategy when determined to be defensive on arrival
* Request for Additional Resources
* Establish Command if 1st arriving Compay Officer
* Provide status of 360
SOG's Chapter 3 pg 16 Section 3.2
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On a scene size up, if the building is not of a standard configuration, the first arriving company shall do what?
designate the A-Alpha side.
SOG's Chapter 3 pg. 16 Section 3.2
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Building height on the reporting side of the building shall be given in what?
stories
SOG's Chapter 3 pg. 16 Section 3.2
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How should Building Height be reported?
Definition of Stories is what?
Definition of Floors is what?
The reporting side of the building shall be given in stories.
Stories-Is the number of levels above the ground
Floor-Designated number, consistent with that living space.
SOG's Chapter 3 pg. 16 Section 3.2
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Definition of
Stories and
Floor
Stories- Is the number of levels above the ground.
Floor- Designated number, consistent with that living space.
SOG's Chapter 3 pg. 16 Section 3.2
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The dimensions are an estimate of the outside foot print of the structure and shall be given in what?
Feet (example: 500 feet by 200 feet).
SOG's Chapter 3 pg. 17 Section 3.2
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Critical information shall be any information that might be relevant to the mitigation of the emergency. What are some examples?
* The building is being evacuated.
* Reports of people trapped inside the building.
* Report of people visible from the exterior in need of assistance or rescue.
*When possible, it should be relayed to units whether
those occupants are in need of immediate rescue or
whether they are in a position of relative safety/refuge
and are nor immediately threatened.
* Restricted apparatus access, such as a construction fence.
* Exposure issues.
* Direction for incoming apparatus access and positioning.
* Pre-Incident Plan information.
SOG's Chapter 3 pg. 18 Section 3.2
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Definition
Offensive Strategy
An incident where members will be operating (in full PPE/SCBA) inside of a structure with an IDLH atmosphere present.
SOG's Chapter 3 pg. 18 Section 3.2
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Definition
Defensive Strategy
An incident where operations are limited to the exterior of a structure and outside of the established collapse zone.
SOG's Chapter 3 pg. 18 Section 3.2
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Definition
Investigation Mode
An incident where no lDLH atmosphere is present and requires further investigation, prior to deploying additional resources.
SOG's Chapter 3 pg. 18 Section 3.2
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Definition
Request Additional Resources
If the emergency exceeds the capabilities of the dispatch units, Command is responsible for requesting this information.
SOG's Chapter 3 pg. 18 Section 3.2
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Request additional resources- What are some examples of requests/recommendations for assistance?
* Special needed units
* Fill the Local Alarm assignment
* Fill the Box Alarm assignment
* Box Alarm
* Working Fire Dispatch
* 2nd Alarm
* Additional Alarm
* Hazardous Materials Box/Local Alarm
* Structural Collapse Rescue Assignment
* Foam Unit Task Force
* Metro Station or Tunnel Box Alarm
SOG's Chapter 3 pg. 18 Section 3.2
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For the interior size-up, units SHALL give reports at what following locations?
1. Inside the front or rear door.
2. On the fire floor.
3. Arrival at reported location.
4. Any other location that adds to the description of the incident.
SOG's Chapter 3 pg. 19 Section 3.3
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The fire ground and the scenes of other emergencies are very fluid and constantly changing. The accurate and frequent updating or status reports keeps all personnel informed for safer operations. This shall be accomplished by providing what?
C.A.N. (Conditions, Actions, Needs) Report
SOG's Chapter 3 pg. 19 Section 3.4
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In accordance with Command Bulletin No. 1 the what shall be utilized on all reponses?
The Incident Command System (ICS). Companies shall adhere to the Standard Operating Guidelines unless directed by Command.
SOG's Chapter 4 pg. 21 Section 4.1
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The Incident Commander performs effective initial and ongoing situation evaluation by identifying the incidents critical factors. Critical factors are things that affect the ability to accomplish tactical priorities and impact firefighter safety. Every incident is made up of its own unique set of factors. These different factors fall into 8 standard categories. What are the 8 categories?
1. Building
2. Fire
3. Occupancy
4. Life Hazard
5. Arrangement
6. Resources
7. Action
8. Special Circumstances
SOG's Chapter 4 Section 4.1 Pages 21, 22
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Every structure fire or emergency incident has a number of incident factors but only a handful of them are considered critical. Critical factors are the things that what?
affect the ability to accomplish tactical priorities and impact firefighter safety.
SOG's Chapter 4 Section 4.1 pg. 21
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The Incident Commander shall consider that each incident can be divided into 9 specific areas or functions from start to finish. What are they?
1. Establish/Assume, Confirm, and Position Command
2. Size-Up
3. Communications
4. Deployment
5. Identity of Incident Priorities
6. Strategy and Incident Action Planning
7. Organization to include accountability and resource management
8. Review, Evaluation, and Revision
9. Continue, Transfer, and Terminate Command
SOG's Chapter 4 pg. 22 Section 4.1
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Any units on an alarm that arrive out of response order must contact the first due Battalion Fire Chief and receive approval prior to assuming the requested responsibilities. What process shall be adhered to when requesting response order changes?
* Contact the 1st due BFC via the assigned tactical channel.
* Give unit designation, position originally due, location and position desired.
* Await approval from the 1st due BFC.
* If permission to change position is granted, assume those responsibilities.
* If permission is granted to assume a first arriving position, shall establish Command as outlined in the SOGs
SOG's Chapter 4 Section 4.2 pg. 23
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Status of accountability with Company and Unit location informally not more than __ ____ into the incident and formally at __ ____ intervals during the incident.
10-minutes, 20-minute
SOG's Chapter 4 Section 4.3 pg. 23
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Any unit that will not be able to complete the assigned tasks as directed in the Standard Operational Guidelines must notify ______ as soon as it becomes clear that the assigned task will not be completed.
Command
SOG's Chapter 5 Section 5.1 pg. 26
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A Company that discovers conditions that require immediate action must notify _____ that they are performing tasks other than those assigned.
Command
SOG's Chapter 5 pg. 26 Section 5.1
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A Company may request permission to deviate from their assigned task if they are in better position to accomplish another task. The Company must receive approval from _____ before deviating from the SOGs.
Command
SOG's Chapter 5 pg. 26 Section 5.1
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The primary means of hose line advancement shall be through what? However, if it is necessary to utilize an additional means, such as through a window, over a ladder (portable ground or aerial), a fire escape, hoisting, etc. the company officer shall coordinate through the _______ _______.
doorway, Incident Commander
SOG's Chapter 5 pg. 26 Section 5.1
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Engine Companies advancing a second hoseline off apparatus that is already operating an attack line must do what?
ensure that a constant water supply for the original Company is established.
SOG's Chapter 5 Section 5.2 pg. 27
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If the 3rd or 4th due Engine Company advances an hoseline from their respective apparatus, their primary responsibility is what?
still to ensure that the 1st and 2nd due Engine Company's supply line (continuous water supply) is charged prior to their (backup) hoseline.
SOG's Chapter 5 Section 5.2 pg. 27
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It is the responsibility of whom to supply buildings containing standpipe or sprinkler systems with a positive water supply.
1st and 2nd due Engine Companies
SOG's Chapter 5 pg. 27 Section 5.2
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Initial attack lines will be supported by back-up line. Under no circumstances will the back-up line do what?
impede the progress of the initial hose line and crew
SOG's Chapter 5 pg. 27, 28 Section 5.2
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An Engine Company must be able to connect to a hydrant with their soft sleeve (_____) in order to declare that they have their own hydrant.
40-feet or less
SOG's Chapter 5 Section 5.3 pg. 28
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Proper terminology shall be used when the Company Officer is reporting their method of securing a water supply. The acceptable description of such shall be:
1. Engine __ is laying out from ____
2. Engine __ is split laying from ____
3. Engine __ is reverse laying from ___
4. Engine __ has their own hydrant at ____
No other terminology shall be permitted.
SOG's Chapter 5 Section 5.3 pg. 28
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Engine Companies operating on the fire ground who experience water supply problems will do what?
Immediately notify Command
SOG's Chapter 5 pg. 28 Section 5.3
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Group and Division Supervisors are responsible for conducting roll call, and for confirming that all Companies are out of the building before Command may allow the use of heavy-duty devices. The only exception is when using what? Command must coordinate the evacuation or sheltering of personnel with whom?
the Fallback Position to shelter Companies operating in a fire-resistive or non-combustible buildings, the companies providing the master streams
SOG's Chapter 5 Section 5.5 pg. 29
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___ and ____ _____ are responsible for conducting a roll call, and for confirming that all Companies are out of the building before Command may allow the use of heavy-duty devices. The only exception is when using the ____ ____ to shelter Companies operating in a _______ or _____ building.
Group, Division Supervisors, Fallback Position, fire-resistive, non-combustible.
SOG's Chapter 5 Section 5.5 pg. 29
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A heavy-duty device is defined as any hoseline or appliance capable of flowing ___ ___ __-____ or greater and operating on the exterior of the building (out of the collapse zone).
325 gallons per-minute
SOG's Chapter 5 Section 5.5 pg. 29
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Heavy-duty streams are most effective when applies through ____ and played off of the _____.
windows, ceiling.
SOG's Chapter 5 Section 5.5 pg. 29
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The following are considered heavy-duty devices:
1. 2 1/2" hose line with a 1 1/4" tip (325 GPM).
2. Wagon Pipe
3. Monitor Nozzle (Engine and Truck Company).
4. Aerial Ladder Bed Pipe
5. Aerial Ladder Pipe Assembly
6. Aerial Platform (Tower)
SOG's Chapter 5 Section 5.5 pg. 29
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A long-length attach hose line shall be defined as any attack hose line that is longer than what?
250'
SOG's Chapter 5 Section 5.6 pg. 29
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Upon arrival, if it is anticipated that an attack hoseline longer than 400' is necessary to fulfill Engine Companies responsibilities (fire attack, back-up, exposures, etc.) members shall utilize what?
the leader line concept (2 1/2" or 3" hose line) for the INITIAL stretch from the Wagon.
SOG's Chapter 5 Section 5.6 pg. 29
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When possible, connection of the 1 1/2" attack hose line to the 2 1/2" or 3" leader line shall be completed with a what? This will ensure what?
2 1/2" to 1 1/2" reducer, that a shut-off or gate valve (play-pipe or appliance) does not inadvertently compromise the flow of water
SOG's Chapter 5 pg. 29 Section 5.6
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If there is a shut-off or gate valve between the leader line and the 1 1/2 hose line, it must be what, using what?
must be properly secured open prior to the crew advancing into the IDLH atmosphere. This shall be done utilizing a utility rope or short webbing.
SOG's Chapter 5 Section 5.6 Pg. 29
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In the event that the leader line concept was not initially utilized and a 350' 1 1/2" attack line needs to be extended, The overall attack hose line made-up entirely of 1 1/2" may not exceed _____.
400'
SOG's Chapter 5 pg. 29 Section 5.6
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The Truck Company Officer shall assure that the _____ of any fire building and/or _____ ______ are the main priority.
exterior, exposure building
SOG's Chapter 6 pg. 30 Section 6.1
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The primary responsibilities of the Truck Company are what?
* Rescue- obvious in nature, such as victims at windows
* Forcible entry
* Ladder Placement
* Ventilation
* Search
* Utility Control
* Overhaul
* Salvage
SOG's Chapter 6 pg. 30 Section 6.2
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Priority of ladder placement:
1. Fire Floor
2. Floor Above
3. Top Floor
4. Roof
SOG's Chapter 6 Section 6.2 pg. 30
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Priority of ladder placement on confirmed rooftop fires:
1. Roof
2. Floor Below Roof
3. Other Areas Adjacent to the Operation
SOG's Chapter 6 Section 6.2 pg. 30
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The ____ of the Truck Company and the ___ _____ are both responsible for the proper placement of the apparatus to insure accessibility in the placement of the aerial ladder. If the Officer is not with the Truck, it is the responsibility of the ___ ____ to position the Truck properly.
Officer-In-Charge, Truck Driver, Truck Driver
SOG's Chapter 6 Section 6.2 pg. 30
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Truck Company operations on fires are divided into two (2) main categories:
1. Low-rise (four floors or less) and
2. High-rise (five or more floors)
SOG's Chapter 6 Section 6.2 pg. 31
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Truck Companies have the ability to effect the rescue of trapped occupants, utilizing several options, what are they?
* Proper placement of portable ground ladders.
* Proper placement of the aerial ladder/tower.
* Removal of smoke via coordinated ventilation efforts.
* Performing an interior search.
* Initiating VEIS (Vent, Enter, Isolate, Search).
SOG's Chapter 6 pg. 31 Section 6.3
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Because VEIS is significantly different from normal search and rescue techniques, the use of this technique will be directed by the ____ _____ with notification to the ____ ____ and will include the exact location where the members will be operating.
Company Officer, Incident Commander
SOG's Chapter 6 Section 6.4 pg. 31
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VEIS- Once at the tip of the ladder (entry to structure), the member shall perform ____ _____ by removing all glass and window components.
horizontal ventilation.
SOG's Chapter 6 Section 6.4 pg. 31
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If it is anticipated that Engine Companies will be delayed in their arrival to a working structural fire, Truck Companies shall assure that ventilation efforts are what?
not prematurely initiated. This shall include, but not limited tom leaving windows, intact, controlling doors, delaying vertical/horizontal ventilation.
SOG's Chapter 6 pg. 32 Section 6.5
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It is commonly found that there is a delay in the timely placement of a charged hose line to fires involving basements and high-rise buildings. In these circumstances, what will be delayed and for how long?
Ventilation will be delayed until a charged hose line is in-place and capable of effectively advancing into the fire area.
SOG's Chapter 6 pg. 32 Section 6.5
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All requests for the use of PPV shall be directed to the _____ ______.
Incident Commander
SOG's Chapter 6 Section 6.6 pg. 32
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Truck Company Officers or the _____ ____ _____shall update Command at __-___ intervals during the operation of PPV.
Ventilation Group Supervisor, 10-minute
SOG's Chapter 6 Section 6.6 pg. 32, 33
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PPV shall be continued until the completion of what?
interior operations including salvage and overhaul activities.
SOG's Chapter 6 Section 6.6 pg. 33
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The Outside Team shall consist of the Company Officer, Bar position, and Hook positon are are responsible for what?
* Placement of portable ladders to provide secondary paths of egress.
* Performing outside, coordinated horizontal ventilation.
* Removing gates, security bars, boards, etc. in area of operation.
* Forcing entry to exterior doors when necessary.
SOG's Chapter 6 pg. 33 Section 6.7
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When the outside duties assigned are completed, the outside team may move inside together to complete what following tasks?
* Forcing entry to interior doors when necessary.
* Searching for victims in the fire area or assigned area of responsiblithy.
* Performing ventilation, overhaul and salvage in area of operations.
* Assuring the isolation/control of utilities as appropriate.
SOG's Chapter 6 pg. 33 Section 6.7
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The Company Officer will utilize the Thermal Imaging Camera (TIC) or assign its operation to whom?
Bar positition.
SOG's Chapter 6 pg. 33 Section 6.7
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The quickest and most efficient accessibility to the roof area depends on the height of the involved building. During fires involving the 4th floor or below, what is the optimal choice? Alternatively, fires involving fires in high-rise buildings may require access via what?
The aerial ladder is the optimal choice. An interior stairwell.
SOG's Chapter 6 pg. 35 Section 6.8
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The Roof Team shall consist of at least ___ ____, due to the importance of safety and efficiency. Each member operating on the roof shall wear what?
two-members, full personal protective equipment and SCBA
SOG's Chapter 6 pg. 35 Section 6.8
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The roof team shall ensure that they remain cognizant of what? The roof team shall maintain what?
The roof terrain, roof edge, egress points, and attached exposures, especially in conditions of decreased visibility. two points of egress while operating.
SOG's Chapter 6 pg. 35 Section 6.8
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A primary search will be completed during when? A Secondary search shall be completed when?
During all offensive firefighting operations unless otherwise directed by the Incident Commander. At all structure fire incidents after the fire is under control.
SOG's Chapter 7 pg. 36 Section 7.1
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A secondary search will follow the primary search and is considered a series of ongoing search activities until the entire building is cleared. The secondary search will not be considered completed until the following actions have been completed.
a. All areas of the building have been searched after the building has been completely cleared of smoke or any other condition that impairs the vision of rescue personnel.
b. Areas of debris that have the potential to conceal victims have been searched.
c. All stairwells have been searched top to bottom.
d. All elevators have been searched.
e. Roof areas have been searched that are accessible to occupants and that could provide an area of refuge not visible from the ground.
f. All other spaces have been searched where victims could be anticipated to seek refuge.
g. The welfare of all occupants that may have sheltered in place is verified. This will include occupants on all floors of the affected building, including the floors below.
SOG's Chapter 7 pg. 36 Section 7.1
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When the structural integrity of a building prohibits the completion of secondary search where victims could be present, the Incident Commander will utilize what?
Structural collapse search guidelines including the use of canine search assest when appropriate.
SOG's Chapter 7 pg. 36 Section 7.1
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The primary responsibility of the Rescue Squad is to perform ____ and ____ operations on all structural fires.
search, rescue
SOG's Chapter 7 Section 7.2 pg. 36
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Rescue Squad apparatus shall position at a location that ___ ___ impede the access of additional responding Companies or _____ the visibility of the Incident Commander.
will not, obstruct
SOG's Chapter 7 Section 7.2 pg. 36
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Duties of the Rescue Squad may be assigned to the __ ___ with the Officer of the Rescue Squad as the __ ___ ____.
Rescue Group, Rescue Group Supervisor
SOG's Chapter 7 Section 7.2 pg. 36
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The Rescue Squad Officer will develop a Search adn Rescue Plan that will consider what?
* Location and extent of the fire
* Placement and anticipated effectiveness of hose lines
* Type of construction and occupancy
* Number and location of entrances and egresses
* Location adn anticipated location of the most endanged entrapped victims
* Prioritizing areas that have not been searched by other units.
* Need for specalized tools or skills
SOG's Chapter 7 pg. 37 Section 7.2
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The Rescue Squad Officer directs members to their operational locations usually the members are divided into ___ teams of ___. ___ team assigned to the floor above and __ team assigned to the fire floor.
two, two, one, one
SOG's Chapter 7 Section 7.2 pg. 37
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The Rescue Squad driver remains flexible to assist with logistical needs of specialized tools. The rescue squad driver will immediately assist with the removal of ___ ___, ___ ___ ___, etc.
security bars, roll down doors/gates
SOG's Chapter 7 Section 7.2 pg. 37
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The Rescue Group Supervisor shall give pertinent updates regarding what?
* Status of progress
* Primary and Secondary search results
* Requests for additional personnel or equipment
* The location of where a victime is being removed to and if they will require medical treatment.
SOG's Chapter 7 pg. 37 Section 7.2
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Upon completion of search and rescue operations, the Rescue Squad shall do what?
Immediately make themselves available to be reassigned at the discretion of the Incident Commander.
SOG's Chapter 7 Section 7.2 pg. 37
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A Local Alarm is any response less than what?
A full Box Alarm Assignment.
SOG's Chapter 8 pg. 38 Section 8.1
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The OUC will dispatch a Triple Local Alarm for what types of incidents?
* Odors of smoke inside a building
* Fire reported out
* Contained applicance fires
* Electrical shorts
SOG's Chapter 8 pg. 38 Section 8.1
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On Triple Local Alarms the third due engine company will stage where?
in line of approach so that they may complete the water supply for the 1st or 2nd due Engine Company
SOG's Chapter 8 pg. 38 Section 8.2
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Modern fuel in homes and occupancies is much different than in the past when reacting to fire. These fuels (modern) release energy at a rate of _ to __ times faster than older traditional (legacy) fuels. That means that fires will reach flashover much _____ than in the past (withou the quick appliation of water to absorb the heat).
5 to 10, quicker
SOG's Chapter 9 Section 9.1 pg. 41
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Newer construction techniques with superior insulation qualities aer causing fires to reach the ___ ____ (______) prior to flashing over before our arrival. This situation is referred to as a _____ _____ fire which means what? This phenomenon can occur as quickly as ___ -____ ____ when failing to apply water to the seat of the fire.
decay stage (smoldering), ventilation limited, the building has fuel/heat and only needs air to reach the fully developed stage (Flashover), 60 -90 seconds
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 41 Section 9.1
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Ventilation without water application will _____ the heat release rate of modern fuels and thereby ____ the volume of fire.
increase, increase
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Ventilation ____ be controlled whenever necessary.
MUST
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It is true that if a fog stream is aggressively rotated, it will do what? However a ____ or ___ _____ applied ______ rotating the nozzle will not contribute to fire spread.
entrain air and create a current, straight or solid stream, without
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 41 Section 9.1
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Never delay applying water to the fire, ventilate only when what?
water is ready to be flowed and control all openings such as windows, doors, and roofs.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 41 Section 9.1
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RECEO, is an acronym for what?
Rescue
Exposure Protection
Confinement
Extinguishment
Overhaul
is the general blueprint for emergency operations
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 42 Section 9.1
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Rescue- trapped occupants are always our what?
number one priority
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Stairways
* Ususally provide the quickest and safest access route to upper floors.
* Provide a path of egress for the removal of victims.
* Serve as a route of egress or access for firefighters to lower safe location when fire conditions make the upper floor(s) untenable.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 43 Section 9.2
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To prevent stairways from being blocked what guidelines will be adhered to regarding fire conditions?
If the fire appears or has been reported to involve one room, in most instances, one line can be used to knock the fire down and a second line can be positioned a safe distance back to be advanced only if the first line experiences trouble, has inadequate flor for knockdown, or the fire is or has spread to other rooms floors.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 43 Section 9.2
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To prevent stairways from being blocked what guidelines will be adhered to regarding size of the building?
Generally, a typical row or single-family detached dwelling cannot safely accommodate more than the interior personnel from the first-due and back-up engine, first truck, and the rescue squad.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 43 Section 9.2
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To prevent stairways from being blocked what guidelines will be adhered to regarding volume?
If the volume of fire exceeds the knockdown capability of the initial lines, larger diameter lines should be a consideration.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 43 Section 9.2
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Units assigned to provide a back-up line will take all necessary action to do what before placing their hose line into operations?
to assist the company they are backing up with getting the first hose line into operation at the seat of the fire between the fire and the occupants
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 43 Section 9.2
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On known basement fires, the primary purpose of the hose line on the first floor is to what?
protect the search and rescue operation.
SOG's Chapter 9 Section 9.4 pg. 44
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The best location to confine the basement fire is where?
at the top of the interior basement stairwell. Advancement to the top of the basement stairs shall be done incrementally.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 44 Section 9.4
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The first priority on a basement fire will be to protect the stairs between where, and the next priority will be where?
the 1st and 2nd floors, to locate the basement stairs adn provide protection for the search and rescue operation from this position by closing the basement door.
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If there is no door at the top of the stairs on a basement fire, or it will not close what will be done?
A hose line directed at the 1st floor ceiling above the basement doorway my provide limited protection. The 1st due Engine Company's Officer shall ensure that ventilation is controlled, until it is confirmed that a charged hose line is operating in the basement.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 44 Section 9.4
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On a basement fire, if high heat conditions exist, what will be done?
a straight stream shall be operated and directed into the ceiling area to cool the environment.
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All companies operating on the 1st floor above a basement fire shall perform risk assessments of the conditions inside the building at the following locations:
1. The outside front steps.
2. At the threshold of the front door.
3. Inside the front door/foyer.
4. At the door to the basement from the 1st floor.
SOG's Chapter 9 Section 9.4 pg. 45
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On rear porch fires, the main fire attack will occur when companies advance hose lines through side A-Alpha. However, companies in the rear shall do what?
extinguish horizontally spreading fire by utilizing a flanking tactic.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 45 Section 9.5
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The height of buildings in the District of Columbia is limited by the "Height of Buildings Act of 1910", which in short states that buildings may not be taller than _____.
130-feet.
SOG's Chapter 9 Section 9.6 pg. 45
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A high-rise building is typically defined as a structure that is greater than __ in height or a building that exceeds the reach of the tallest aerial device.
75'
SOG's Chapter 9 Section 9.6 pg. 45
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It has been determined that in the District of Columbia any building the height of which is _ ___ or more is considered a high-rise structure. Why?
5 stories, Several buildings which are less than 75' in height and set back from the street are inaccessible with an aerial ladder.
SOG's Chapter 9 Section 9.6 pg. 45
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Firefighting operations in residential high-rise structures; apartments, condominiums, hotels, etc., will differ from those in office buildings or mix-use commercial occupancies. The difference between operations would depend on the amount of what?
compartmentalization vs. an open floor area used in the configuaration
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 45 Section 9.6
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The strategic objectives for a fire in a high-rise building are to gain control of the building systems. The fire department must gain control of the:
1. Elevators
2. Control the heating, ventilation, and HVAC (with the assistance of the Building Engineer.)
3. Fire pumps
4. Building communications system
SOG's Chapter 9 Section 9.6 pg. 46
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In order to protect occupants that are being evacuated and to eliminate occupant interference with firefighting operations, an "___ _____" will be designated by __ ___ _____ ____ ____.
Attack Stairway, 1st due Engine Company Officer.
SOG's Chapter 9 Section 9.6 pg. 47
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The identification of the "Attack Stairway" will be made by using the ____ or _____ ____ designation found in the stairway door signage in high-rise buildings built after the adoption of the new Fire Code.
number, alphabetical letter
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The " ___ _____" will be designated prior to the "_____ _____". Before this can be done, the location of the fire must be verified.
"Attack Stairway", "Evacuation Stairway"
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 47 Section 9.6
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The "Attack Stairway" will be the stairway that gives Engine Companies the most advantageous location from which to attack the fire. This should be based on what following factors:
* Distance from the fire.
* Fire and smoke conditions in the stairway and hallway.
* The presence of, or lack of standpipe riser connections.
* Open or closed stairway construction.
* Vertical ventilation openings such as bulkhead doors, hatches, skylights, and windows which will be used to ventilate smoke, heat and gases from the fire floor when the "Attack Stairway" door is opened to allow hose line advancement.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 47 Section 9.6
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The "Attack Stairway" will be ventilated, if necessary, to reduce the accumulation of what and how will this be accomplished?
accumulation of smoke, heat, and gases that may enter the stair from the fire floor, opening vertical ventilation openings above and/or pressurizing the stairway with strategically placed positive-pressure blowers and/or building's ventilation system.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 47 Section 9.6
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The "_____ _____" will be designated by the Incident Commander, based on the recommendations of Company Officers located on the interior. This shall occur ____ the location of the fire has been confirmed and the "_____ _____" has been designated.
Evacuation Stairway, after, Attack Stairway
SOG's Chapter 9 Section 9.6 pg. 47
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The "Evacuation Stairway" will be ventilated to reduce the accumulation of what and how will this be accomplished?
smoke, heat, and gases that may enter the stair(s) from the fire floor, using strategically placed positive-pressure blowers and/or the building's ventilation system, if equipped.
SOG's Chapter 9 Section 9.6 pg. 48
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Due to the complexity of central/building-wide HVAC systems, fire department members will __ attempt to operate these systems. Only qualified ____ ______ will be used to operate these systems. The Incident Commander will designate a "_____ ____ ______ _____" when staffing allows, coordinating operations involving the HVAC system, fire pumps, lighting, emergency generators, in-house communications and alarm systems.
not, building engineers, Building Systems Liaison Officer
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For general high-rise guidelines, Incident Commanders shall give considerations to what?
* Interior Staging (three floors below the fire)
* Lobby Control
* Establishing a hose line independent from the standpipe system to back up the 1st due Engine Company.
* Pre-connected line
* Standpipe racks dropped down the outside of the
building
* Pre-connected line up aerial ladder
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 48 Section 9.6
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On High-rise incidents the interior Rapid Intervention Group will stage where?
one floor below the fire floor near a stairwell, ready for immediate deployment.
SOG's Chapter 9 Section 9.6 pg. 48
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The Fallback position will only be used in buildings of what?
fire-resistive or noncombustible construction.
SOG's Chapter 9 Section 9.6 pg. 49
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Fallback Position shall be _( ) ____ below the fire.
two (2) floors
SOG's Chapter 9 Section 9.7 pg. 69
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The purpose of the Fallback Position is to shelter companies in the building, so an exterior knockdown of the fire can be attempted. Command will direct all interior companies to the fallback position and then what?
conduct a roll call. Exterior knockdown will only begin after all companies are accounted for.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 49 Section 9.6
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The Fallback Position shall not be used when the order is given to what?
abandon the building
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 49 Section 9.6
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Interior Staging inside a high-rise shall be a minimum of what?
three (3) floors below the fire floor.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 49 Section 9.6
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Interior Staging shall be under the command of the ____ ______, and units shall remain on the staging channel until given an assignment. If radios must operate in the VRS mode, Command will do what?
Staging Officer, assign the channel Interior Staging will operate.
SOG's Chapter 9 Section 9.6 pg. 49
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The designation of a Staging Area inside a building shall be known as _____ _______, whereas exterior staging will be designated as ___ _____.
Interior Staging, Base Staging
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Command will establish Lobby Control if the incident warrants. The responsibilities of Lobby Control are what?
* Control of elevators
* Direct flow of personnel to attack stairwell or evacuation stairwell.
* Assist in civilian evacuation in lobby area.
* Verify unit deployment
* Place Level III accountability in service when ordered by Command
* Act as Entry Control Officer.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 49 Section 9.6
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First arriving units shall control what?
elevators that are equipped with the fierman's control feature.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 49 Section 9.6
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Elevators shall ___ be used during the initial attack in buildings having known working fires or where there are indications of a working fire based upon occupant information or size-up unless a unit has reported that the elevator bank is safe for use on the fire floor.
not.
SOG's Chapter 9 Section 9.6 pg. 49
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Use of an elevator when there is not an indication of a working fire. While going up in an elevator, stop the car at the halfway point in order to do what?
* Test the elevator controls.
* Determine where the exits are in relation to the car doors.
* Shine light back up into the shaft to check for smoke.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 50 Section 9.6
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Use of an elevator when there is not an indication of a working fire. Stop the elevator __ ( ) floor below the reported fire floor.
two (2)
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It is permissible to connect supply lines to an interior riser connection if problems exist with an exterior siamese connection. Supply lines from wagons will be considered the _____ ____ ____ for the building's suppression systems and fire pumps will be considered as a _____ _____ source.
primary water supply, secondary water
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 51 Section 9.6
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The attack hose line will be connected to the standpipe riser on what floor and why?
The floor below the fire, to provide members a tenable location where they can make needed connections without the use of SCBA, minimize the amount of hose on the stairway landing to the fire floor, and maximize the work area for members advancing or assisting with feeding hose from the stairway into the public hallway.
SOG's Chapter 9 Section 9.6 pg. 51
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A second attack hose line may be supplied from the initial attack line's riser connection if what?
proper nozzle pressures and gallons per minute can be maintained in both attack lines.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 52 Section 9.6
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For commercial building fires, the following building construction challenges must be considered
Construction
* Lightweight Steel or Wood Truss Construction
* Large floor area
* Commercial Hi-rise
* Occupance and Contents
* Rack and suspended ceiling storage
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 52 Section 9.7
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For commercial building fires, the following access/egress challenges must be considered
Access/Egress Challenges
*Roll-Up Security Doors/Gates
*Reinforced Metal Doors
*Security Window Bars
*Windowless Building (Cold Storage Type Building)
* Street Level Security Grates (Basement/Cellar Access)
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 52 Section 9.7
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A rooftop fire is defined as what?
Fire involving rooftop components (HVAC/utility areas), living space (additions, decks, clubs, bars and recreation areas), or the protected covering and roofs structural components.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 52 Section 9.8
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Very few rooftop areas have more than two existing egress points. Nearly all single-family homes with a rooftop recreation/occupancy area have just ____ ____ ____
one egress point
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 52, 53 Section 9.8
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Additional factors that have been faced during rooftop fires are what?
Void spaces between flooring and the roof itself, natural gas lines, propane tanks, electrical conduit, and solar panels.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 53 Section 9.8
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All members operating on a rooftop need to remain cognizant of the edge during operations. If there is not a tall parapet or fence around the perimeter, the Incident Commander shall do what?
designate a safety company.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 53 Section 9.8
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No companies will enter the structure until a thorough size-up is conducted by or transmitted to the Incident Commander. A thorough size-up includes what?
*Height of building
*Type of construction
*Type of occupancy
*Conditions on arrival
*Identified placards
*Obvious hazards-structural condition
*Status of windows and doors (boarded, blocked, secured, open)
SOG's Chapter 9 Section 9.9 pg. 53
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The Incident Commander will ensure that all potential mantraps are removed (security bars, plywood/security screens covering doors and windows, roll down doors/gates, etc.) and that the structure is _______ ______ prior to allowing ANY interior operations. These activities are not to completely when?
adequately ventilated, simultaneously with entry into the building, these activities are required to be completed and confirmed by the Incident Commander PRIOR to initiating interior activities.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 53 Section 9.9
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When encountering a vacant structure and entry is delayed due to the requirements prior to entry, what must the Engine Company due?
apply water from an exterior vantage point to the immediate fire area.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 53 Section 9.9
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Exposures include what?
adjacent roadways, rail right-of-ways, vehicles, etc.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 55 Section 9.10
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When organizing an incident involving an occupancy with multiple units/apartments, the term "exposures" shall refer to what?
A separate building and NOT the adjacent units on the fire floor or the floor(s) above. Adjacent units/apartments shall be placed under the responsibility of a Division or Group Supervisor.
SOG's Chapter 9 Section 9.10 pg. 55
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Companies assigned to cover exposures shall do what?
* Check the most threatened exposure building first. The check shall be for both horizontal and vertical extension of fire.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 55 Section 9.10
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Companies assigned to cover exposures shall give reports on the conditions in the exposures every what?
10 minutes or less if needed.
SOG's Chapter 9 Section 9.10 pg. 55
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On large or high-rise buildings the threatened units/apartments shall be placed under the responsibility of whom?
a Division or Group Supervisor.
SOG's Chapter 9 Section 9.10 pg. 55
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Exposure designation; the building immediately to the left of the fire building (fire building address 1610) is?
Exposure Bravo-1-1608.
SOG's Chapter 9 Section 9.11 pg. 56, 57
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Changing incident strategy is in effect for structure fires where the IC must change the overall incident strategy from offensive to defensive. This can result from what?
*a rapidly growing fire that cannot be controlled with hand lines,
*the structural stability of the building being in doubt,
*the presence of volatile fuels that cannot be isolated/protected, or
*any situation where firefighters cannot safely operate inside the structure.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 57 Section 9.12
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The Incident Commander will use the following procedure to change from the offensive to the defensive strategy.
1. Declare priority radio traffic over the tactical radio channel.
2. Announce the change from offensive strategy to defensive strategy and direct the withdrawal of companies utilizing the guidelines for building evacuation.
3. The IC will conduct a roll call for all units that were operating on the interior of the structure.
4. Before the IC implements a defensive operation, all companies that were operating on the interior must confirm the roll call.
5. Collapse zones should be identified, and all personnel and apparatus must be moved out/away from them.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 58 Section 9.12
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If the decision is made to evacuate the building the following procedures shall be followed:
*Incrementally begin to back companies out of the building, using hose lines for protection. The removal of house lines from the building will not take place until all members involved in the search and interior operations on the floors above the basement have exited the building.
* All personnel shall notify their officer when exiting the building.
* All members must immediately report to their apparatus for an accountability check.
* Command will conduct a quick informal roll call to verify that units that were operating inside the structure have exited and will then begin a formal roll call.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 58 Section 9.13
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On building evacuation during basement fires, what will happen?
* All personnel that were operating on the 1st floor and above shall notify their Officer when exiting the building.
* Command will be notified when all Companies other than the Engine Company providing the protective hose line at eh top of the basement stairs have exited the building.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 58 Section 9.13
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When Command shall announce over the tactical channel that the decision has been made to abandon the building, what shall personnel do?
Immediately ALL personnel shall exit the building.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 58 Section 9.13
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Building Abandonment; the Incident Commander shall notify the OUC that the order to abandon the building has been issued and request an ______ _____ with the announcement on the tactical channel what?
extended tone, "All units are to abandon the building."
SOG's Chapter 9 Section 9.13 pg. 58
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The decision to abandon the building by the IC shall be made whenever there are conditions that make it unsafe to operate in the building including what?
* anticipated imminent collapse
* explosion
* uncontrollable fire conditions
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Building Abandonment; All personnel shall stay together maintaining unit integrity, and shall report to ___ ______ for an ______ _____. Company officers shall verify the location of ___ members assigned to the unit.
their apparatus, accountability check, ALL
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Building abandonment, Command will conduct a quick informal roll call to verify that units that were operating inside the structure have exited and will then do what?
begin a formal roll call
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Building Abandonment; Do not take the whereabouts of any member for granted. _____ everyone's location and condition.
VERIFY
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Building Abandonment; Units may prepare for exterior operations, but exterior operations shall not begin until?
roll call has been completed.
SOG's Chapter 9 Section 9.13 pg. 59
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First due apparatus shall be positioned how?
with the collapse zone in-mind and ensure there will be room for the 1st due Truck Company to ladder the building.
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 60 Section 10.2
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On basement fires with no English basement entrance, the first due engine company will stretch an appropriate size/length hose line to cover the first floor and do what?
* Assess the conditions at the threshold of the front door.
* Enter the foyer inside the front door and assess the conditions.
* Protect the stairs between the 1st and 2nd floors.
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 61 Section 10.2
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On confirmed basement fires where there is a significant time delay between the arrival of the 1st and 2nd due Engine Companies, the 1st due Engine Company Officer shall consider the following options and make notifications as Command to the incoming units as appropriate:
1. Upon completing the initial size-up, if there is an accessible basement entrance (on any side of the structure), the 1st due Engine Company Officer shall make entry and attack the fire from that location.
2. If conditions are tenable and a charged hose line is present, the 1st due Engine Company may descend the interior basement stairs.
3. If there is not an exterior basement entrance and interior conditions don't allow for descending the interior basement stairs, the 1st due Engine Company shall back out of the structure and position their hose line to apply a straight stream through the exterior window. All of these decisions shall be relayed via the Incident Talk Group to notify incoming units.
SOG's Chapter 10 Section 10.2 pg. 61
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On high-rise fires, the 1st due engine company shall be responsible for charging or having another unit charge what?
both the standpipe system and the sprinkler system on Side A-Alpha.
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 61 Section 10.2
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On commercial building fires, where the hose line stretch will exceed 200 feet in the IDLH atmosphere, the 1st due Engine Company shall attempt what?
to enter the building from an alternate location, closest to the fire area (regardless of the side). The shall be communicated to responding units.
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 62 Section 10.2
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The 2nd Due Engine Company ___ ____ enter the addressed side (side "A") of the block to gain access/position to the rear, unless?
shall not, no other option(s) exist.
SOG's Chapter 10 Section 10.3 pg. 63
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Because of a potential delay in the arrival of the 4th due Engine, it is important that the 2nd due Engine Company, whenever possible, do what?
rely on hydrant to fire layout for their water supply.
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 63 Section 10.3
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On dwelling fires, 1st floor and above, 2nd Due Engine companies will clear the basement and notifies command and then what? If unable to access the basement from the rear what must happen?
Secures the utilities if possible and advises Command of their status and then command will assign the 2nd due Engine Company to the floor above the fire, to the most severely threatened exposures, or any other priority.
notify Command and make the appropriate recommendations (enter through exposure, enter through front, etc.)
SOG's Chapter 10 Section 10.3 pg. 63
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If no basement entrance exists, the 2nd due Engine Company shall notify Command. Command shall consider what options?
* If conditions are tenable, Command may make the decision to have the 1st due Engine Company descend the interior basement stairs.
* Command may direct the 2nd due Engine Company to apply a straight stream through an exterior window as the 1st due Engine Company is protecting the search/rescue effort.
* Consider cutting holes in the floor and using revolving distributor nozzles.
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 64 Section 10.3
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On rear porch fires, after the flanking operation is complete, the 2nd due Engine company is still responsible for what?
checking the basement if it is safe to do so. This may include checking basement conditions in the attached exposures as well.
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 64 Section 10.3
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On high-rise fires, after checking the basement, the 2nd due will request their next assignment from Command which may be what?
* Back-up 1st due Engine Company
* Cover the floor(s) above the fire
* Cover adjacent units on either side of the fire.
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 64 Section 10.3
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On rooftop fires, 2nd due Engine Company shall be responsible for fire suppression efforts on what?
the floor directly below the roof, to include the cockloft or attic space, unless otherwise directed by the IC
SOG's Chapter 10 Section 10.3 pg. 65
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Where should the 3rd due Engine Company apparatus be positioned?
stage at the hydrant location of the 1st due Engine Company's layout.
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 65 Section 10.4
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The primary responsibility of the 3rd due Engine Company is to ensure what?
the continuous/adequate water supply of the 1st due Engine Company.
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 65 Section 10.4
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If the 1st due Engine Company has their own hydrant, the 3rd due Engine Company will select an independent hydrant and do what?
stage at that location and remain flexible, so that they may respond to any area of the incident as directed by Command. Apparatus shall be positioned to utilize the appropriate intake (front/rear) to allow for additional responding apparatus (Truck Companies, etc.0 to access the incident
SOG's Chapter 10 Section 10.4 pg. 65
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When laying out from an independent hydrant, the 3rd due Engine Company must advise Command of the location of the hydrant they have laid out from. Thought should be given to selecting what? In this case, who will pick up 3rd due's layout?
a hydrant capable of supplying 1500 gallons per minute or greater. Dual supply lines shall be considered. 5th due Engine Company. This does not relieve the 5th due Engine Company from fulfilling their Rapid Intervention Group duties.
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 66 Section 10.4
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On structural fires, 3rd due engine backs up 1st due Engine Company with a second hose line. In general advance no more than?
1. In general, advance no more than two hose lines up the interior stairs at one time.
2. If additional lines are required, alternate routes shall be considered (over ladders, entry through windows, alternate stairwells, etc.).
SOG's Chapter 10 Section 10.4 pg. 66
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On roof top fires, 3rd due Engine Company will do what?
When directed by Command to back up the 1st due Engine Company shall be accomplished by advancing a hose line over a ladder (aerial or portable ground ladder) directly to the roof. Lowering or hoisting a hose line can also accomplish this tactic.
SOG's Chapter 10 Section 10.4 pg. 67
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The primary responsibility of the 4th due Engine is to ensure what?
the continuous/adequate water supply of the 2nd due Engine Company.
SOG's Chapter 10 Section 10.5 pg. 67
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If the 2nd due Engine Company has their own hydrant, the 4th due Engine Company must advise Command of the location of the hydrant they have laid out from. Thought shall be given to selecting a what?
hydrant capable of supplying 1500 gallons per minute or greater. Additionally, dual supply lines shall be considered.
SOG's Chapter 10 Section 10.5 pg. 67
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On rear porch fires, the 4th due Engine Company may be directed by Command to back- up who?
the 2nd due Engine and assist with flanking efforts from a position opposite of the 2nd due Engine company. This tactic shall be utilized to limit horizontal/vertical fire spread. This shall be done prior to entering the basement/exposure(s) and in conjunction with Engine companies operating on the interior of the structure.
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 68 Section 10.5
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On high rise fires, 4th due Engine Companies cover what floor?
the floor above the fire, adjacent apartments on the fire floor or any other priority area unless otherwise directed by Command.
SOG's Chapter 10 Section 10.5 pg. 68
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The 5th due Engine Company will be assigned to the Rapid Intervention Group and will be responsible for what first?
Secure a water supply from an independent hydrant to the front of the incident if not assigned to supply the 3rd or 4th due Engine Company if the 1st or 2nd due Engine Company's have their own hydrant.
SOG's Chapter 10 Section 10.6 pg. 69
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The 5th due Engine company on a structural fire will report to the Command Post with what?
The UDC
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 69 Section 10.6
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What apparatus position will the WFD Engine company take?
Shall stage two blocks away in line of approach.
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 69 Section 10.7
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The primary responsibility of the WFD Engine is to what? If this initial action is not necessary, the WFD Engine Company shall what?
to complete the 5th due Engine Company's water supply if needed. the WFD engine shall stop at an independent water supply and contact Command for assignment.
SOG's Chapter 10 Section 10.7 pg. 69
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On structural fires, Command may give the WFD Engine Company any task or assignment including but not limited to what?
The Safety Group, Lobby Control, Communications Support Group, Rapid Intervention Group, Water Supply Group
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 70 Section 10.7
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On attic and top floor fires, the 1st due Truck Company on steep pitched roofs should consider what?
combining the 1st and 2nd due Truck Company's roof team to ensure an adequate ventilation opening.
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 71 Section 10.8
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On attic and top floor fires, the 1st due Truck Company, on buildings of lightweight truss construction experiencing heavy fire conditions should only be conducted if members are what?
supported by and can operate off of the aerial ladders or tower ladder platforms.
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 71 Section 10.8
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On attic and top floor fires, the 1st due Truck Company should bring what interior after completing exterior operations?
Ceiling hooks must be brought to the top floor immediately, so access to the attick or cockloft can be gained from below.
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 71 Section 10.8
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The 1st due Truck Company on rear porch fires are responsible for what?
the entire building.
SOG's Chapter 10 Section 10.8 pg. 71
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The 1st due Truck Company responsibility on fires in Balloon-Frame construction is to what for the roof team and the interior crew?
* Opening the roof is a priority if the fire is in the external wall cavity.
* Interior crew members shall ensure wall cavities are promptly and thoroughly opened.
SOG's Chapter 10 Section 10.8 pg. 71
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On high rise fires, the primary area of responsibility for the 1st due Truck Company is where?
the fire floor
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On commercial building fires, the 1st due Truck Company performs horizontal ventilation to support the advancement of hose lines when?
Horizontal ventilation of storefront windows should not take place until the roof is vented, and a charged line is in position to attack the seat of the fire.
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 72 Section 10.8
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For rooftop fires, the roof shall be designated as the fire floor unless it is found that the fire originated on a floor below the roof. The 1st due Truck Company priority of ladder placement is what?
the roof, floor below the roof, other areas adjacent to the operation
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 72 Section 10.8
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On basement fires, if there is not a charged hose line in place and a sliding glass door (or significant basement opening) has failed, what was the 2nd due Truck Company Officer do?
notify the IC immediately
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 73 Section 10.9
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On rear porch fires, the 2nd due Truck Company, once the fire is extinguished and access to the fire building is possible, the 2nd due Truck Company will be responsible for what?
operating in the basement, is responsible for overhaul and salvage in their assigned location, usually all floors except the fire floor
SOG's Chapter 10 Section 10.9 pg. 73
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On high-rise fires, the 2nd due Truck Company's primary area of responsibility is where? What is the second priority?
the floor above the fire, placing the aerial ladder for access and egress in the order of priority (fire floor, floor above, top floor, and roof).
* Due to the height of the building, the aerial ladder may
be the only escape route for entrapped victims.
SOG's Chapter 10 Section 10.9 pg. 74
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On rooftop fires, the 2nd due Truck Company Outside Team shall operate where?
on the floor below the roof and assist the 2nd due Engine Company with opening up the cockloft or attic space.
SOG's Chapter 10 Section 10.9 pg. 74
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Working fire dispatch truck will stage the following equipment at the location directed:
1. Rescue saw with metal blade.
2. Cutters Edge saw.
3. Pickhead axe.
4. Two halligan bars.
5. Two sledgehammers.
6. Hydra-Ram
7. Scott RIT-PAK
8. Scott PAK Tracker
9. Below Grade Rescue and Large Area Search Kit.
10. Stokes basket and Turk Cart, used to carry tools to staging.
11. Thermal Imaging Camera
SOG's Chapter 10 Section 10.9 pg. 74, 75
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What is the main goal of incident organization for the 1st due BFC?
To maintain span of control, effective communication and to assure accountability of all operating members.
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 75 Section 10.11
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The primary responsibility of the second due Battalion Fire Chief is to what?
provide support in managing the overall operations of the incident. This is normally accomplished by assisting in the command post, functioning as a Group/Division Supervisor, or managing resources in any identified critical area(s).
SOG's Chapter 10 Section 10.11 pg. 75
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Upon arrival and prior to receiving an assignment, the 2nd due BFC shall complete what and give a face-to-face report or a report by radio to the IC at the Command Post.
* Complete a 360-degree size-up
* Identify any affected areas needing to be addressed (exposures, etc.)
* Report on any specific apparatus needs and/or placement (Water Supply, Aerial/Tower Ladder, etc.)
* Address any safety issues.
* Recommend a change in strategy when appropriate.
* Forecast any future incident needs.
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 75 Section 10.11
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On any incident where the second due Battalion Fire Chief arrives prior to the first due Battalion Fire Chief what shall happen?
he/she shall confirm their location and assume Command.
SOG's Chapter 10 Section 10.10 pg. 76
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BLS unit responsibilities on a fire ground. The crewmembers will report to Side A on foot with what?
a BLS Jump Bag, Oxygen Bag, AED, and wheeled stretcher. Minimum PPE required for these members is a helmet and they shall have all infection-control PPE available to them at this location.
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 76 Section 10.11
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Medic unit responsibilities on a fire ground. The crewmembers will report to Side A on foot with what?
An ALS Jump Bag, Oxygen Bag, LifePak, Lucas Device, and wheeled stretcher. Minimum PPE required for these members is a helmet and they shall have all infection-control PPE available to them at this location.
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 76 Section 10.11
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Truck Companies assigned to the Rapid Intervention Group will position their apparatus where?
as close to the incident as possible to allow for the rapid retrieval of equipment and use of the aerial ladder.
SOG's Chapter 11 Section 11.1 pg. 78
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The Rapid Intervention Group shall report where with what?
to the command post with all personnel (including Technicians when appropriate) in full PPE/SCBA, equipment, and UDC's, and shall report face-to-face with the IC.
SOG's Chapter 11 pg. 78 Section 11.1
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The responsibilities of the Rapid Intervention Group are what during a scene assessment?
* Overview of the fire ground
* Location of the fire and predicted path
* Location of units on the fire ground
* Building type with access and egress
* Progress of on-scene efforts
* Danger that exist or may exist in the future
SOG's Chapter 11 pg. 78 Section 11.2
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What are examples of critical information on scene size ups?
* Pre-Incident Plan information.
* The building is being evacuated
* Two people hanging out of the windows on the 5th floor, quadrant D.
* Restricted apparatus access, such as a construction fence.
* Exposure Issues
SOG's Chapter 3 pg. 18 Section 3.2
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What are some examples of requests/recommendations for assistance on box alarms?
* Special needed units
* Fill the Local Alarm assignment
* Fill the Box Alarm assignment
* Box Alarm
* Working Fire Dispatch
* 2nd Alarm
* Additional Alarm
* Hazardous Materials Box/Local Alarm
* Collapse Assignment
* Foam Unit Task Force
* Metro Station or Tunnel Box Alarm
SOG's Chapter 3 pg. 21 Section 3.2
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The first units entering the structure shall give the conditions as they move about the building. Units shall give reports at the following locations?
1. Inside the front or rear door.
2. On the fire floor.
3. Arrival at reported location.
4. Any other location that adds to the description of the incident.
SOG's Chapter 3 pg. 21 Section 3.3
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When responding to larger buildings, more interior size-ups would be given as the Company travels to the reported location. Give an example of some of these size-ups given?
The building is being evacuated.
Lobby is clear
Annunciator Panel shows smoke detector activation, 8th floor.
Identify the stairwell that will be used for the Fire Attack, Evacuation, and Ventilation by number and/or location in the building.
Fire floor conditions "8th-floor hallway filled with black smoke."
Condition found at the door of the apartment (give apartment number)
Condition found inside the apartment
All other pertinent information
SOG's Chapter 3 pg. 21 Section 3.3
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Providing a C.A.N. report is crucial on fire ground scenes. What are some examples of the C. that should be given?
C. Conditions.
1. Obstacles (hoarding conditions)
2. Visibility
3. Smoke conditions
4. Heat conditions
5. Fire conditions
6. Interior Layout
7. Changes in structural integrity
8. Fuel loads
SOG's Chapter 3 pg. 22 Section 3.4
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Providing a C.A.N. report is crucial on fire ground scenes. What are some examples of the A. that should be given?
A. Actions
1. Search progress
2. Fire control progress
3. Inability to locate the fire
4. Checking for extension
5. All clear
6. Under control
SOG's Chapter 3 pg. 22 Section 3.4
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Providing a C.A.N. report is crucial on fire ground scenes. What are some examples of the N. that should be given?
N. Needs
1. Relief
2. Change of strategy (offensive to defensive)
3. Tools or equipment
4. Coverage for other areas/exposures
SOG's Chapter 3 pg. 22 Section 3.4
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The Incident Commander shall consider that each incident can be divided into 8 specific areas or functions from start to finish. What are they?
1. Assume, Confirm, and Position Command
2. Size-Up
3. Communications
4. Deployment
5. Strategy and Incident Action Planning
6. Organization
7. Review, Evaluation, and Revision
8. Continue, Transfer, and Terminate Command
SOG's Chapter 4 pg. 25 Section 4.1
284
What is the main goal of incident organization?
To maintain span of control, effective communication, and to assure accountability of all operating members.
SOG's Chapter 4 pg. 25 Section 4.1
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On all multi-unit incidents with a responding BFC, the ___ _____ Company Officer will establish command on the Incident Talk Group.
first arriving
SOG's Chapter 4 pg. 26 Section 4.3
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The first due BFC shall be responsible for controlling the response order. This includes granting what?
permission to units bidding on an assignment, prior to and after the establishment of Command.
SOG's Chapter 4 pg. 26 Section 4.3
SOG's Chapter 4 pg. 26 Section 4.3
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Incidents that do not initially have an assigned BFC, but escalate due to conditions encountered will require the first arriving Company Officer to do what?
establish Command, request additional resources, and Incident Talk Group.
SOG's Chapter 4 pg. 24 Section 4.3
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An incident, by virtue of its size, complexity, or potential for rapid expansion, demands early, strong, stationary command from the outset. What is this called?
Strategic Command (Stationary)
SOG's Chapter 4 pg. 28 Section 4.3
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When are Command Posts at a BFC's Buggy utilized?
Initial stationary Command Post, utilized on a majority of incidents.
SOG's Chapter 4 pg. 29 Section 4.3
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When are Command Posts at a DFC's Buggy utilized?
Larger expanding incidents that require the Operations Section Chief (BFC) to focus on members operating in the IDLH atmosphere.
SOG's Chapter 4 pg. 29 Section 4.3
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When are Command Posts at the Mobile Command Unit utilized?
Prolonged and/or complex incidents that require a Unified Command model.
SOG's Chapter 4 pg. 29 Section 4.3
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Upon the arrival of the BFC onto the scene of an incident, the Battalion Aide will transmit what information?
first arriving Company Officers size up and command, WFD and any other requests adjust the response order and transmit the location of the stationary command post to the OUC on Talk Group 0-2.
SOG's Chapter 4 pg. 30 Section 4.4
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Unit accountability and location conducted informally at not more than __ ____ into the incident and formally at _ ____ intervals during the incident.
10-minutes, 20-minute
SOG's Chapter 4 pg. 30 Section 4.4
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The primary means of hoseline advancement shall be through a what? If it is necessary to utilize an additional means, like what? The company officer should do what?
doorway; through a window, over a ladder (ground or aerial), a fire escape, hoisting; the Company Officer shall coordinate thought the IC.
SOG's Chapter 5 pg. 34 Section 5.1
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Generally, how do engine companies perform rescues?
by placing their hose-lines in a position to protect rescue operations, and/or by extinguishing the fire.
SOG's Chapter 5 pg. 34 Section 5.1
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The Company Officer assigned to an Engine is responsible for what on a fire ground?
1. The performance of a Company is the responsibility of the Company Officer, who shall ensure that the company operates in a safe and efficient manner.
2. Shall determine the appropriate size and length hoseline (Offensive Strategy).
3. Shall determine the appropriate heavy-duty device(s) (Defensive Strategy)
SOG's Chapter 5 pg. 34 Section 5.2
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It is the responsibility of the __ and __ due Engine Companies to supply buildings containing standpipe or sprinkler systems with a positive water supply.
1st and 2nd
SOG's Chapter 5 pg. 35 Section 5.2
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If there are any water supply issues what must be done?
Engine Companies operating on the fire ground will immediately notify Command of any water supply problems.
SOG's Chapter 5 pg. 36 Section 5.3
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To ensure optimal operational readiness for 2 1/2" operations, the play-pipe shall have the __ tip removed and the ____ and ____ tip in-place.
1", 1 1/8", 1 1/4"
SOG's Chapter 5 pg. 37 Section 5.4
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A long-length attack hoseline shall be defined as any attack hoseline that is ___ or _____
350', longer
SOG's Chapter 5 pg. 39 Section 5.6
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The Truck Company Officer shall assure that the ____ of any fire building and/ or _____ buildings are the main priority.
exterior, exposure
SOG's Chapter 6 pg. 42 Section 6.1
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The primary responsibilities of the Truck Company are as follows:
* Rescue-obvious in nature, such as victims at windows
* Forcible entry
* Ladder Placement
* Ventilation
* Search
* Utilities
* Overhaul
* Salvage
SOG's Chapter 6 pg. 42 Section 6.2
303
Truck Companies have the ability to affect the rescue of trapped occupants, utilizing several options. What are some of these?
* Proper placement of portable ground ladders
* Proper placement of the aerial ladder/tower.
* Removal of smoke via coordinated ventilation efforts.
* Performing an interior search.
* Initiating VEIS (Vent, Enter, Isolate, Search)
SOG's Chapter 6 pg. 43 Section 6.3
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Truck Company ventilation efforts shall always be coordinated with ___ ____ operations.
Engine Company
SOG's Chapter 6 pg. 44 Section 6.5
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If it is anticipated that the Engine Company will be delayed in their arrival to a working structural fire, Truck Company Officers shall assure what? and what shall this include?
ventilation efforts are not prematurely initiated, shall include, but not limited to, leaving windows intact, controlling doors, delaying vertical/horizontal ventilation, etc.
SOG's Chapter 6 pg. 44 Section 6.5
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Once portable ground ladders are in position, the Outside Team will continue to perform such tasks as:
* Performs outside, coordinated horizontal ventilation.
* Removes gates and window bars in area of operation.
* Forces entry to exterior and interior doors when necessary.
* Searches for victims in the fire area.
* Uses Thermal Imager to search for victims and assist with overhaul.
* Performs mechanical ventilation, overhaul, and salvage in area of operation.
* Assures the isolation/control of utilities as appropriate.
SOG's Chapter 6 pg. 45 Section 6.7
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During fires involving the 4th floor or below, the ___ ___ is the optimal choice to access the roof. Fires involving high-rise buildings may require access via an ___ ____.
aerial ladder, interior stairwell
SOG's Chapter 6 pg. 47 Section 6.8
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Positioning apparatus ______ to building wall considerably reduce scrub area and should be avoided whenever possible.
perpendicular __I__
SOG's Chapter 6 pg. 49 Section 6.9
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When Tower 3 is responding as the 2nd due Truck Company on a box alarm, the crew and apparatus (if physically possible) are responsible for what?
the rear of the occupancy.
SOG's Chapter 6 pg. 49 Section 6.9
310
Where stability of the buildings is in doubt, the bucket shall be placed in a manner minimizing the effects of falling walls, etc., even if it results in a penalty in terms of effective reach of streams, i.e., if possible, the bucket should be placed where?
at least the same distance horizontally from the building as it will be vertically below the top of the wall.
SOG's Chapter 6 pg. 51 Section 6.9
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The Rescue Squad Officer will develop a Rescue Plan, that will consider what?
* Location and extent of the fire
* Placement and abilities of hoselines
* Number and location of entrances and regresses
* Determine the location of the most endangered entrapped victims.
* Assess the need for specialized tools or skills.
SOG's Chapter 7 pg. 52 Section 7.2
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The Rescue Group Supervisor shall give pertinent updates regarding;
* Status of progress.
* Primary and Secondary search results.
* Requests for additional personnel or equipment.
* The location of where a victim is being removed to and if they will require medical treatment.
SOG's Chapter 7 pg. 52 Section 7.2
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A Local Alarm is any response less than a full Box Alarm Assignment. The OUC will dispatch a Local Alarm for the following types of incidents:
* Odors of smoke in the building (except High-Rise or large buildings)
* Fire reported out
* Activated carbon monoxide detector
* Activated smoke detector
* Natural gas leak
* Automatic fire alarm
* Vehicle fire
* Outside fire, brush, or trash
* Trees down
* Service calls
* Motor Vehicle Accidents
SOG's Chapter 8 pg. 53 Section 8.1
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Temporary corrective action for the removal of fallen trees shall be taken by the Department whenever:
* Persons are entrapped.
* Life and/or property is endangered.
* All traffic lanes on heavily traveled streets are obstructed.
* The only access to other streets is blocked, and the problem cannot be handled by the Department of Public Works.
SOG's Chapter 8 pg. 54 Section 8.2
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On Local Alarms (activated smoke detector, residential fire alarms, alarm bells sounding, and automatic fire alarms) in buildings, what is the first due engine companies (or first arriving unit) responsibility?
The 1st due Engine Company will give a size up but will not establish command.
SOG's Chapter 8 pg. 55 Section 8.3
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On Triple Local Alarms (odor of smoke in the building, confined appliance fires, or fire reported out), what is the first due Engine (or first arriving unit) responsibility?
to give a size-up, including a layout, and establish Command.
SOG's Chapter 8 pg. 56 Section 8.4
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On Triple Local Alarms (odor of smoke in the building, confined appliance fires, or fire reported out), what are the responsibilities of the 2nd due Engine Company?
* Positions in the rear or opposite the address side, Side C-Charlie.
* Gives a complete size-up.
* Verifies the conditions in the basement and notified Command.
* Advises Command of the status of the utilities.
* After checking the basement, they will verify their assignment from Command.
SOG's Chapter 8 pg. 56 Section 8.4
318
On Triple Local Alarms (odor of smoke in the building, confined appliance fires, or fire reported out), the 2nd due Engine Company after checking the basement, will verify their assignment from Command. What are the two likely assignments?
1. Cover the floor(s) above the fire (Division above the fire or Exposure Group)
2. Cover exposures on either side of the fire (Exposure Group) if the fire is on the 1st floor.
SOG's Chapter 8 pg. 56 Section 8.4
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On Triple Local Alarms (odor of smoke in the building, confined appliance fires, or fire reported out), the Third due Engine Company does what?
* Stages in line of approach (two blocks out) so that they may complete the water supply for the 1st or 2nd due Engine Company.
* Command may assign them to the Attach Group, to the Division on the fire floor, to back up the 1st due Engine Company with a second hose line, to the Division above the fire, or to the Exposure Group.
SOG's Chapter 8 pg. 56 Section 8.4
320
What is the definition of ventilation limited fire?
The building has fuel/heat and only needs air to reach the fully developed stage (Flashover). This phenomenon can occur as quickly as 60 - 90 seconds when failing to apply water to the seat of the fire.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 60 Section 9.1
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What causes ventilation limited fire?
New construction techniques with superior insulation qualities are causing fires to reach the decay stage (smoldering) prior to flashing over before our arrival. So to flash over the fire just needs air.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 60 Section 9.1
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What acronym is used for the general blueprint for emergency operations? And what do each stand for?
```
RECEO (SV)-
R- Rescue
E- Exposures
C- Confinement
E- Extingusigment
O- Overhaul
S- Salvage
V- Ventilation
```
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 61 Section 9.1
323
What is the order of priorities that should be considered to successfully mitigate fire situations?
RECEOSV in the order listed.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 61 Section 9.1
324
In every fire situation, what is our number one priority?
Trapped occupants are always our number one priority.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 61 Section 9.1
325
What are the uses for stairways?
* Usually provide the quickest and safest access route to upper floors.
* Provide a path of egress for the removal of victims.
* Serve as a route of egress or access for firefighters to lower safe locations when fire conditions make the upper floors untenable.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 62 Section 9.3
326
The first priority of the 1st due Engine Company on a basement fire is to what? What is the next priority? If the 1st due Engine Company is unable to do the second priority due to no door, what must be done?
Protect the stairs between the 1st and 2nd floors. The next priority will be to locate the basement stairs and provide protection for the rescue operation from this position by closing the basement door. If there isn't a door or it is unable to close, a hoseline directed at the 1st floor-ceiling above the basement doorway would provide limited protection, they also must ensure ventilation is controlled until it is CONFIRMED a charged hoseline is operating in the basement.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 64 Section 6.5
327
On rear porch fires, the main fire attack will occur how?
When companies advance hose lines through side A-Alpha. However, companies in the rear shall extinguish horizontally spreading fire by utilizing a flanking tactic.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 65 Section 9.6
328
High-rise fires involving a large fire load, open floor plan, or adverse wind conditions will affect h overall operation. We must recognize that our attack could be hampered and will require Company Officers to plan for a fire that is much more developed than a single room or unit. This may require the use of multiple hose lines in one area or the deployment of what?
A 2 1/2" hose line with at least a 1 1/8" tip.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 65 Section 9.7
329
What is one constant found in all high-rise buildings?
The potential for a large number of occupants.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 66 Section 9.7
330
The __ ____ will be designated prior to the ___ ____. Before this can be done, the ___ ___ __ ___ must be verified.
Attack Stairway, Evacuation Stairway, location of the fire
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 67 Section 9.7
331
The Attack Stairway will be the stairway that gives Engine Companies the most advantageous location from which to attack the fire. What are the factors those are based on?
* Distance from the fire.
* Fire and smoke conditions in the stairway and hallway.
* The presence of, or lack of standpipe riser connections.
* Open or closed stairway construction.
* Vertical ventilation openings such as bulkhead doors, hatches, skylights, and windows which will be used to ventilate smoke, heat, and gases from the ire floor when the "Attack Stairway" door is opened to allow hose line advancement.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 67 Section 9.7
332
The "Evacuation Stairway" shall be ____ to reduce the accumulation of what?
ventilated, smoke, heat, and gases that may enter the stairs from the fire floor.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 68 Section 9.7
333
Use of an elevator when there is NOT an indication of a working fire dispatch requires what?
* Notify Command that you are planning to use the elevator.
* Use the Fire Alarm Box Key to access the elevator key to operate and take control of the elevator.
* Check for the location of the stairway(s) and apartment number in relation to the elevator.
* Everyone on the elevator must be wearing SCBA with the cylinder valve open.
* Do not overcrowd the elevator in case you have to force open the door or seek refuge on the floor.
* At least ONE member must have a portable radio and a flashlight.
* Carry forcible entry tools.
* Prior to operating the floor button, shine a strong light up the shaft between the outer and inner doors to determine if smoke is in the shaft.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 70 Section 9.7
334
While going up in an elevator, stop the car at the halfway point in order to do what?
* Test the elevator controls.
* Determine where the exits are in relation to the car doors.
* Shine light back up into the shaft to check for smoke.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 71 Section 9.7
335
If the fire floor standpipe riser connection is located in the public hallway, as opposed to a protected stairway, when will it be used?
if other viable options do not exist and the public hallway is not compromised (fire or smoke).
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 72 Section 9.7
336
In a high-rise building, it shall be verified that the attack line will reach the location of the fire and the standpipe system has been charged with a continuous water supply providing the proper pressure and flow before what?
advancing from the "Attack Stairway" into the public hallway.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 72 Section 9.7
337
In a high-rise building, the attack line will be charged before entering the public hallway from the "Attack Stairway" if there is what?
fire or smoke in the public hallway, the door to the fire area from the public hallway is not operational, or other factors that justify a charged line for protection.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 72 Section 9.7
338
In a high-rise building, a second attack hose-line may be supplied from eh initial attack line's riser connection if what?
proper nozzle pressures and gallons per minute can be maintained in both attack lines.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 73 Section 9.7
339
A rooftop fire is defined as what?
A fire involving rooftop components (HVAC/utility areas), living space (additions, decks, clubs, bars, and recreation areas), or the protected covering and roof structural components.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 73 Section 9.9
340
On rooftop fires, if there is not a tall parapet or fence around the perimeter, the IC shall do what?
designate a safety company.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 73 Section 9.9
341
No companies will enter the structure until a thorough size-up is conducted by or transmitted to the Incident Commander. A thorough size-up includes:
* Height of building
* Type of construction
* Type occupancy
* Conditions on arrival
* Identified placards
* Obvious hazards - the structural condition
* Status of windows and doors (boarded, blocked, secured, open)
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 74 Section 9.10
342
When the strategy has been declared "defensive", members will do what?
remain outside the structure and prepare for exterior operations, including the deployment of large diameter handlines and/or master streams when appropriate. COLLAPSE ZONES will be established and exposure protection activities will be initiated as needed.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 75 Section 9.10
343
For vacant buildings which units will do the required responsibilities and what will the other units do?
1st Due Engine company, 2nd Due Engine Company, and 1st Due Truck company will do their assigned responsibilities. ALL OTHER UNITS WILL STAGE and be deployed from the staging area.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 75 Section 9.10
344
An exposure is defined as what
any area that is being directly threatened by fire and the products of combustion. This shall include all four sides, top, bottom, and concealed spaces of a building. In addition, exposures include adjacent roadways, rail right-of-ways, vehicles, etc.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 76 Section 9.11
345
Companies assigned to cover exposures will check what first?
The most threatened exposure building first. The check shall be for both horizontal and vertical extension of fire.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 77 Section 9.11
346
This procedure is in effect for structure fires where the IC must change the overall incident strategy from offensive to defensive. This can result from what?
* a rapidly growing fire that cannot be controlled with hand lines,
* the structural stability of the building being in doubt,
* the presence of volatile fuels that cannot be isolated/protected, or
* any situation where firefighters cannot safely operate inside the structure.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 78 Section 9.13
347
If the decision is made to evacuate the building the following procedures shall be followed?
* Begin to back companies out of the building, using hose lines for protection. The removal of hose lines from the building will not take place until all members involved in the search and interior operations on the floors above the basement have exited the building.
* All personnel shall notify their officer when exiting the building.
* All members must immediately report to their apparatus for an accountability check.
* Command will conduct a quick INFORMAL roll call to verify that units that were operating inside the structure have exited, and will ten begin a formal roll call.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 79 Section 9.14
348
Building abandonment occurs when what?
A life-threatening emergency situation exists that does not allow time for the systematic removal of personnel.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 79 Section 9.14
349
The decision to abandon the building by the IC shall be made whenever there are conditions that make it unsafe to operate in the building including:
* anticipated imminent collapse
* explosion
* uncontrollable fire conditions
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 80 Section 9.14
350
Companies ordered out of the building on building abandonment, will promptly leave the building. All personnel shall do what?
Stay together maintaining integrity, and shall report to their apparatus for an accountability check. Company officers shall verify the location of ALL members assigned to the unit.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 80 Section 9.14
351
On building abandonments, do not take the whereabouts of any member for granted, verify what?
Everyone's location and condition!
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 80 Section 9.14
352
On basement fires with no English basement entrance, the first due engine must stretch an appropriate size/length hose-line to cover the first floor, and then what?
* Assess the conditions at the threshold of front door.
* Enter the foyer inside the front door and assess the conditions.
* Protect the stairs between the 1st and 2nd floors.
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 80 Section 10.2
353
On high-rise fires, the 1st due engine, after stretching the appropriate line and charging the standpipe will do what?
* Shall locate and review the annunciator panel and report findings.
* Shall locate and retrieve building keys from the Knox box.
Shall give appropriate interior size-ups:
1. Conditions in the lobby area.
2. Conditions in the stairwells.
3. Conditions on the reported fire floor.
4. Conditions at the door, and inside the fire apartment.
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 81 Section 10.2
354
On large buildings, where the hose lines stretch will exceed 200-feet in the IDLH atmosphere, the 1st due Engine Company shall do what?
Attempt to enter the building from an alternate location, closest to the fire area (regardless of the side),
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 81 Section 10.2
355
First due Engine companies on commercial building fires for Defensive attack will do what?
* Positions apparatus clear of the collapse zones.
* Positions apparatus for best use of heavy-duty devices.
* Secures adequate water supply. Shall lay dual lines, unless taking own hydrant.
* Advises responding units of best access.
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 82 Section 10.2
356
2nd due Engine companies on high rise fires, after checking the basement, they will request their next assignment from Command, they will either what?
* Back-up 1st due Engine Company;
* Cover the floor(s) above the fire;
* Cover adjacent units on either side of fire.
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 84 Section 10.3
357
On commercial building fires, what are some challenges to consider?
* Roll-Up Security Door/Gates
* Reinforced metal doors
* Security window bars
* Windowless buildings (cold storage type building)
* Street level security grates (basement/cellar access)
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 85 Section 10.3
358
3rd due engine company's primary responsibility is to ensure the continuous/adequate water supply of the 1st due Engine Company. While responding, the 3rd due Engine company shall acknowledge the 1st due engine company's hydrant position on the tactical channel without what?
without a prompt from the responding BFC.
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 85 Section 10.4
359
WFD Engine Company's on structural fire responsibilities are to do what?
* Completes the 5th due Engine Company water supply if needed. If not, the WFD Engine shall stop at an independent water supply approximately one (1) block away from the incident and contact Command for their assigned tasks.
* Command may give the WFD Engine Company any task or assignment including but not limited to the Safety Group Lobby Control, Communications Group, Rapid Intervention Group, Exposure Group, Water Supply Group, etc.
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 90 Section 10.8
360
On attic and top floor fires, the 1st due truck roof operations on buildings of lightweight truss construction experiencing heave fire conditions should do what?
only be conducted if members are supported by and can operate off of aerial ladders or tower ladder platforms on the roof.
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 91 Section 10.8
361
On fires involving knee-walls, the 1st due truck will do what?
* Ventilates the roof by providing an opening directly above the involved knee-wall.
* Interior crew members shall expose the knee-wall void areas in a rapid manner.
* Exterior crew members shall consider opening an exterior wall to expose the knee-wall void areas.
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 91 Section 10.8
362
On commercial building fires, the 1st due truck is responsible for what?
* Vertical (roof) ventilation operations of single-story commercial storefront type occupancies should be undertaken immediately in order to reduce the possibility of flashover.
* Performs horizontal ventilation to support the advancement of hoselines.
* Horizontal ventilation of storefront windows should not take place until the roof is vented, and a charged line is in position to attack the seat of the fire.
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 93 Section 10.8
363
On rooftop fires, the 1st due truck company is responsible for ladder placement. What is the priority for ladder placement?
* Roof
* Floor below the roof
* Other areas adjacent to the operation
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 93 Section 10.8
364
Upon arrival and prior to receiving an assignment, the second due Battalion Fire Chief shall complete the following and give a face-to-face report to the Incident Commander at the Command Post:
* Complete a 360-degree size-up.
* Identify and affected areas needing to be addressed (exposures, etc.).
* Report on any specific apparatus needs and/or placement (Water Supply, Aerial/Tower Ladder, etc.).
* Address any safety issues.
* Forecast any future incident needs.
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 96 Section 10.10
365
All Rapid Intervention Group personnel shall monitor the ___ ____ ___ and __ ___ ___ at all times to keep themselves updated on fire conditions, progress made or not being made, and the location of Companies, etc.
Incident Talk Group, Talk Group 0-16
SOG's Chapter 11 pg. 97 Section 11.1
366
The responsibilities of rapid intervention group are?
* Scene Assessment
* Request more resources if needed
* Search
* Establish a refuge area
* Victim assessment
* Victim retrieval
SOG's Chapter 11 pg. 98 Section 11.2
367
The first-arriving unit in both the front and rear of an address shall give an exterior size-up of the building. The designation "semi-detached" is an example of which type of building information?
A. Building occupancy
B. Configuration
C. Type of construction
D. Condition on arrival
B. Configuration
SOG's Chapter 3 pg. 19 Section 3.2
368
Which of the following strategies is MOST appropriate for an incident where no immediately dangerous to life and health (IDLH) atmosphere is present and that requires further examination?
A. An offensive strategy
B. A defensive strategy
C. Investigation mode
D. Request additional resources
C. Investigation mode.
SOG's Chapter 3 pg. 20 Section 3.2
369
Which of the following statements about command options at an incident is CORRECT?
A. Both tactical command and strategic command are stationary.
B. Both tactical command and strategic command are mobile.
C. Tactical command is stationary and strategic command is mobile.
D. Tactical command is mobile and strategic command is stationary.
D. Tactical command is mobile and strategic command is stationary.
SOG's Chapter 4 pg. 27, 28 Section 4.3
370
An engine company must be able to connect to the hydrant with their soft sleeve (___ feet or less) in order to declare that they have their own hydrant.
A. 30
B. 40
C. 50
D. 60
B. 40
SOG's Chapter 5 pg. 36 Section 5.3
371
Which of the following is a responsibility of the tillerman on a truck company's roof team?
A. Carrying a six-foot ceiling hook.
B. Operating with a thermal imaging camera (TIC).
C. Placing aerial ladders and ground ladders in position.
D. Forcing entry to exterior and interior doors.
C. Placing aerial ladders and ground ladders in position.
SOG's Chapter 6 pg. 46 Section 6.7
372
When a fire is heavily involved on several floors of a building, heavy-duty stream delivery should generally start at the ____.
A. lowest level and work upward
B. highest level and work downward
C. least involved level and work toward the most involved level
D. most involved level and work toward the least involved level.
A. lowest level and work upward
SOG's Chapter 6 pg. 51 Section 6.9
373
In the event of a triple local (non-natural gas), which unit is responsible for advising Command of the status of utilities?
A. The first-due engine company.
B. The second-due engine company.
C. The third-due engine company.
D. The truck company.
B. The second-due engine company.
SOG's Chapter 8 pg. 56 Section 8.4
374
Which of the following shall apply regarding the attack stairway at a high-rise fire?
A. The attack stairway will be designated only after the evacuation stairway.
B. If occupants are still using the designated attack stairway to exit the building, an attack line will be advanced through the stairway even if occupants are using it.
C. The attack stairway will be ventilated, if necessary, to reduce the accumulation of smoke, heat, and gases that may enter the stair from the fire floor.
D. The attack stairway will be designated by the incident commander.
C. The attack stairway will be ventilated, if necessary, to reduce the accumulation of smoke, heat, and gases that may enter the stair from the fire floor.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 67 Section 9.7
375
Who is authorized to operate central/building-wide heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems at a high-rise fire?
A. The incident commander only.
B. The incident commander and company officers only.
C. Qualified building engineers only.
D. The incident commander, company officers, and qualified building engineers.
C. Qualified building engineers only.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 68 Section 9.7
376
The purpose of the fallback position is to shelter companies in a high-rise building so an exterior knockdown of the fire can be attempted. It shall be located ____.
A. one floor above the fire floor
B. one floor below the fire floor
C. two floors below the fire floor
D. three floors below the fire floor.
C. two floors below the fire floor.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 69 Section 9.7
377
Which of the following is a responsibility of the second due engine company at a vacant building fire?
A. Performing a 360-degree size-up of the fire building.
B. Determining the mode of attack (offensive or defensive).
C. Selecting a hydrant, lay supply line to side A-Alpha.
D. Selecting a hydrant, lay supply line to side C-Charlie.
D. Selecting a hydrant, lay supply line to side C-Charlie.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 75 Section 9.10
378
An incident commander wishes to change from an offensive to a defensive strategy at a structural fire. What is the FIRST step he/she must take?
A. Identify collapse zones and move all personnel and apparatuses out/away from them.
B. Conduct a roll call from all units that were operating on the interior of the structure.
C. Declare priority radio traffic only over the tactical radio channel.
D. Remove all hoselines from the building.
C. Declare priority radio traffic only over the tactical radio channel.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 79 Section 9.13
379
For an offensive attack on a commercial building fire, the first-due engine company shall consider using a ___.
A. 1 3/4" hoseline with a 7/8" tip or greater
B. 2 1/2" hoseline with a 1" tip or greater
C. 2 1/2" hoseline with a 1 1/8" tip or greater
D. 2 1/2" hoseline with a 1 1/4" tip or greater
C. 2 1/2" hoseline with a 1 1/8" tip or greater
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 82 Section 10.2
380
The primary responsibility of the ____ at a structural fire is to ensure the continuous/adequate water supply of the first-due engine company.
A. second-due engine company
B. third-due engine company
C. fourth-due engine company
D. first-due truck company
B. third-due engine company
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 85 Section 10.4
381
The first arriving unit in both the front and rear of an address shall give an exterior size-up of the building. The designation "educational" is an example of which type of building information?
A. Condition on arrival.
B. Building occupancy.
C. Configuration.
D. Type of construction.
B. Building occupancy.
SOG's Chapter 3 pg. 19 Section 3.2
382
Accurate and frequent updating or status reports keep all personnel informed for safer operations at an incident. This shall be accomplished providing CAN (Conditions, Actions, Needs) reports. Which of the following pieces of information is considered a condition?
A. Visibility.
B. Reinforcement.
C. Change of strategy.
D. Search progress.
A. Visibility
SOG's Chapter 3 pg. 22 Section 3.4
383
Which of the following shall apply regarding placement of the tower ladder at an incident?
A. If the cab of the apparatus reduces the scrub area of the bucket, the front end of the apparatus should be angled about 15 degrees from the building line.
B. Where the ground is of doubtful stability, it is advantageous to position the apparatus parallel to the building.
C. The apparatus should not be repositioned after the initial placement, even if conditions change.
D. Positioning the apparatus at a corner building reduces coverage and should be avoided.
A. If the cab of the apparatus reduces the scrub area of the bucket, the front end of the apparatus should be angled about 15 degrees from the building line.
SOG's Chapter 4 pg. 25 Section 4.1
384
Which of the following shall apply regarding transfer of command to the first-due battalion fire chief?
A. The first-due battalion fire chief shall assume command by radio when units are operating in the tactical command mode, and face-to-face otherwise.
B. The first-due battalion fire chief shall assume command face-to-face in all circumstances.
C. The first-due battalion fire chief shall assume command by radio in all circumstances.
D. The first-due battalion fire chief shall assume command face-to-face when units are operating in the tactical command mode, and by radio otherwise.
A. The first-due battalion fire chief shall assume command by radio when units are operating in the tactical command mode, and face-to-face otherwise.
SOG's Chapter 4 pg. 28 Section 4.3
385
Upon arrival at an incident, the first-due battalion chief shall conduct unit accountability and location informally not more than ____ minutes into the incident and formally at ___ minute intervals during the incident.
A. 20; 20
B. 20; 10
C. 10; 10
D. 10; 20
D. 10; 20
SOG's Chapter 4 pg. 30 Section 4.4
386
Upon arrival, if it is anticipated that an attack hoseline longer than ___ is necessary to fulfill the engine companies responsibilities (fire attack, back-up, exposures, etc.), members shall utilize the leader line concept (2 1/2" or 3" hoseline) for the initial stretch from the wagon.
A. 500'
B. 450'
C. 400'
D. 350'
C. 400'
SOG's Chapter 5 pg. 39 Section 5.6
387
In fires involving the ___ floor of a building or below, the aerial ladder is the optimal choice for accessing the roof area.
A. sixth
B. fifth
C. fourth
D. third
C. fourth
SOG's Chapter 6 pg. 47 Section 6.8
388
Which of the following types of local alarms can be handled by a single truck?
A. A water leak.
B. An activated smoke detector.
C. A residential fire alarm.
D. A local building system alarm bell.
A. A water leak
SOG's Chapter 8 pg. 55 Section 8.3
389
In the event of a motor vehicle rescue with entrapment, which unit is responsible for stabilizing the vehicle?
A. The ambulance/medic unit.
B. The engine company.
C. The truck company.
D. The rescue squad.
D. The rescue squad.
SOG's Chapter 8 pg. 58 Section 8.5
390
Which of the following water application methods will "push" a fire?
A. Rotated fog streams, non-rotated straight streams, and non-rotated solid streams.
B. Rotated fog streams only.
C. Non-rotated straight streams only.
D. Non-rotated straight streams and non-rotated solid streams only.
B. Rotated fog streams only.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 60 Section 9.1
391
In the event of a high-rise fire, the Rapid Intervention Group shall be located ____ near a stairwell.
A. three floors below the fire floor
B. two floors below the fire floor
C. one floor above the fire floor
D. one floor below the fire floor
D. one floor below the fire floor.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 69 Section 9.7
392
The Standard Operating Guidelines include which of the following guidelines for standpipe operations at a high-rise fire?
A. Supply lines from fire pumps will be considered the primary water supply for the building's suppression systems, and those from wagons will be considered as a secondary water source.
B. A second attack hoseline may be supplied from the initial attack line's riser connection if proper nozzle pressures and gallons per minute can be maintained in both attack lines.
C. If the fire floor standpipe riser connection is located in the public hallway, as opposed to a protected stairway, it may not be used.
D. The attack hoseline will be connected to the standpipe riser directly on the fire floor.
B. A second attack hoseline may be supplied from the initial attack line's riser connection if proper nozzle pressures and gallons per minute can be maintained in both attack lines.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 73 Section 9.7
393
If a company is assigned to cover an exposure at a structural fire, reports on the conditions in the exposure shall be given every ___ minutes or less if needed.
A. 20
B. 15
C. 10
D. 5
C. 10
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 77 Section 9.11
394
Which of the following shall apply in the event of a building abandonment at a structural fire?
A. Units that have already left the building shall promptly begin exterior operations while roll call is being completed.
B. All division/group supervisors and branch directors shall notify all units assigned, using radio communications, if possible.
C. Command will conduct a quick informal roll call to verify that units that were operating inside the structure have exited, and will then begin a formal roll call.
D. All personnel shall leave the building as quickly as possible, even if unit integrity is not maintained.
C. Command will conduct a quick informal roll call to verify that units that were operating inside the structure have exited, and will then begin a formal roll call.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 80 Section 9.4
395
Ventilation without water application will ___ the heat release rate of modern fuels and thereby ___ the volume of fire.
A. increase; increase
B. increase; decrease
C. decrease; increase
D. decrease; decrease
A. increase; increase
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 87 Section 10.5
396
Upon arrival of the deputy fire chief (Operations) at an incident, he/she shall assume command. When this occurs, a command talk group shall be established and the first-due Battalion fire chief will be designated as the ____.
A. Operations Section chief
B. Logistics Section chief
C. Safety officer
D. Staging manager
A. Operations Section chief
SOG's Chapter 3 pg. 20 Section 3.2
397
The Standard Operating Guidelines include which of the following procedures for utilizing the tower ladder buckets?
A. The bucket should not be used on roofs without parapet walls.
B. To expedite placing the bucket at a window, the apparatus should be placed parallel to the objective so that the bucket is in lien with the window or target.
C. Safe removal necessitates delivery directly to the street level, even when many trips of the bucket are required to remove a great number of occupants.
D. The bucket may only be used to rescue or remove victims, never for the transport of personnel or equipment.
B. To expedite placing the bucket at a window, the apparatus should be placed parallel to the objective so that the bucket is in lien with the window or target.
SOG's Chapter 9 pg. 79 Section 9.13
398
The incident commander shall consider that each incident can be divided into eight specific areas or functions from start to finish. Which of the following is the FIRST of these areas or functions?
A. Strategy and incident action planning.
B. Assume, confirm, and position command.
C. Size-up.
D. Communications.
B. Assume, confirm, and position command.
SOG's Chapter 4 pg. 25 Section 4.1
399
The fourth-due engine company's apparatus shall take a position at the location of the second-due engine company's water supply. If the second-engine company has their own hydrant, the fourth-due engine company will lay out from an independent hydrant and report to which side of the fire building?
A. A-Alpha
B. B-Bravo
C. C-Charlie
D. D-Delta
D. D-Delta
SOG's Chapter 10 pg. 87 Section 10.5
400
A ___ is a 2 1/2" or 3" hoseline connected to the wagon and utilized to supply one or two 1 1/2" hoselines through a gated "Y" or reducer.
A. leader line
B. long-length hoseline
C. solid stream
D. straight stream
A. leader line
SOG's General Def. pg. 3
401
The minimum crew operating in a hazard zone consists of which of the following?
A. One firefighter with at least one portable radio.
B. Two firefighters with at least one portable radio.
C. Two firefighters with at least two portable radios.
D. Four firefighters with at least two portable radios.
B. Two firefighters with at least one portable radio.
SOG's Chapter 1 pg. 6 Section 1.2
402
In the event that a member does not have his/her PAT (i.e., lost, stolen, or forgotten), which of the following shall occur?
A. He/she shall not be allowed to participate in the incident.
B. He/she shall not be required to use a PAT or substitute at the incident.
C. His/her official Fire Department ID card shall be used in place of the PAT.
D. He/she shall be ordered to partner with a colleague who does have a PAT.
C. His/her official Fire Department ID card shall be used in place of the PAT.
SOG's Chapter 1 pg. 7 Section 1.2
403
According to the SOG's, unit accountability will be required within ___ minutes after the arrival of the first company on the scene of an incident.
A. 5
B. 10
C. 15
D. 20
B. 10
SOG's Chapter 1 pg. 7 Section 1.3
404
A member in distress wishes to declare a "MAYDAY". What is the FIRST step he/she should take?
A. Push the push-to-talk button and transmit the phrase "MAYDAY, MAYDAY, MAYDAY."
B. Push the push-to-talk button and transmit pertinent information using the acronym "LUNAR."
C. Activate the orange "Emergency Activation" button on his/her portable radio.
D. Activate his/her Personal Alert Safety System (PASS) device.
C. Activate the orange "Emergency Activation" button on his/her portable radio.
SOG's Chapter pg. 11 Section 1.7
405
Units directed to stage in-line of approach will stop ___ the reported incident location.
A. directly in front of
B. one block away from
C. two blocks away from
D. three blocks away from
C. two blocks away from
SOG's Chapter 2 pg. 15 Section 2.1
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Interior staging on high-rise incidents will be at least __ floor(s) below the fire floor.
A. one
B. two
C. three
D. four
C. three
SOG's Chapter 2 pg. 17 Section 2.5
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Generally, it is the responsibility of the ___ to supply buildings containing standpipe or sprinkler systems with a positive water supply.
A. first-due engine company only
B. first and second-due engine companies
C. third-due engine company only
D. third and fourth-due engine companies
B. first and second-due engine companies
SOG's Chapter 5 pg. 35 Section 5.2
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According to the DCFEMS SOGs, which of the following is the quickest, MOST efficient means of applying a maneuverable heavy-duty stream from the exterior of the building as other devices are being set up?
A. A wagon pipe.
B. An aerial bed pipe.
C. A 2 1/2" hoseline with 1 1/4" tip.
D. An aerial ladder pipe assembly.
C. A 2 1/2" hoseline with 1 1/4" tip.
SOG's Chapter 5 pg. 38 Section 5.5
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2 1/2" hoseline with 1 1/4" tip (325 GPM) are what?
The quickest, most efficient means of applying a maneuverable heavy-duty stream from the exterior of the building as other devices are being set up.
SOG's Chapter 5 pg. 38 Section 5.5
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The Rescue Squad officer directs members to their operational locations; usually, the members are divided into ____.
A. one team of three and one team of one, with the team of one assigned to the floor above and the team of three assigned to the fire floor.
B. one team of three and one team of one, with both teams assigned to the fire floor.
C. two teams of two, with one team assigned to the floor above and one team assigned to the fire floor.
D. two teams of two, with both teams assigned to the fire floor.
C. two teams of two, with one team assigned to the floor above and one team assigned to the fire floor.
SOG's Chapter 7 pg. 52
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Which of the following shall apply regarding vehicle fires?
A. The wheels of burning vehicles should never be chocked.
B. Fuel from the incident should be flushed into the sewer system.
C. Apparatus should be positioned as close as possible to the vehicle.
D. 1 1/2" handlines will be used on vehicle fires.
D. 1 1/2" handlines will be used on vehicle fires.
SOG's Chapter 8 pg. 54 Section 8.2
412
Truck companies at an incident have unit designator cards (UDCs) of which color?
A. Red
B. Green
C. Orange
D. Gold
B. Green
SOG's Chapter 1 pg. 7 Section 1.2
413
Any member whose normal job is to operate outside of the hazard area is not to enter the hazard area without express permission of the ____.
A. his/her company officer
B. the Safety officer
C. the Watch commander
D. the incident commander
A. his/her company officer
SOG's Chapter 1 pg. 6 Section 1.2
414
Basement
A floor of a building that is partially or entirely below ground level.
SOG's General Definitions pg. 1
415
Heavy Duty
An operation where hose lines or appliances capable of flowing 325 gallons per minute or more are utilized.
SOG's General Definitions pg. 2
416
Hybrid Construction
A mixed-use of two or more construction types in one building. Typically the ground level floor(s) will be fire resistive construction while the upper floors will be lightweight wood frame construction. In the District of Columbia, these buildings commonly reach 8-stories in height. By lay, the lightweight portion of the building cannot exceed 5-stories.
SOG's General Definitions pg. 2
417
Long-Length Hose Line
An attack hose line, of any size, that is longer than 200'.
SOG's General Definitions pg. 3
418
Solid Stream
A water stream that is delivered through a solid tip on a play pipe or heavy-duty device.
SOG's General Definitions pg. 4
419
Straight Stream
A water stream that is delivered through a CVFSS tip and less than a 30-degree fog pattern.
SOG's General Definitions pg. 4
420
Vacant Building
A vacant building in the District of Columbia is defined by the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs as a property that has been unoccupied for a minimum of 30 days.
SOG's General Definitions pg. 4
421
In reference to C.A.N. Reports, the acronym C.A.N. stands for____?
Conditions, Actions, Needs
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