SOG’s Chapter 2-Staging Flashcards
(9 cards)
Staging in -line of approach shall be utilized on all box alarms by all units except the:
1st and 2nd due Engine
1st due truck
And assigned BFC
Staging in-line of approach may be expanded to stage additional units in an_____ position outside of the potential hazard area; in incidents where apparatus positioning according to normal foreground SOG’s are not practical or applicable; or where the exact location of the incident is unknown or unconfirmed
Uncommitted
Staging in-line of approach allows unit to:
Maintain normal response routes, allows the initial incident commander to maintain control and, at the same time, ensures rapid deployment upon direction of the IC.
Units may be also be directed to stage in-line of approach by ____ at the time of dispatch or as required by other incident specific SOG’s
OUC
The ___ and ___ companies will stage at the hydrant location of the 1st and 2nd due Engine company’s layout and supply.
3rd and 4 due Engine Company’s
The 2nd due truck, the 5th due engine, rescue squad and the EMS units shall stage in-line of approach ___ blocks away from the reported incident location without committing to the block, and remain flexible, so they may respond to any area of the incident as directed
Two blocks away
What is Level II Staging
OUC will direct companies to respond on the staging channel that has been designated by the incident commander. Command will designate a staging area where companies are to report
Interior staging can be used by the IC to:
Stage Personnel and equipment in incidents involving high rise or other large buildings.
Interior Staging on a high-rise building will be at least 3 floors below the fire floor
Interior staging on a major building may be in a separate wing or any location protected from the incident conditions.
Interior staging should be limited to Type 1( fire resistance)and 2 (non-combustible)building types
Level III Staging
Is the designation of a formal staging areas, under the direction of a staging manager
