19 : Search and Rescue

Question 1

Purpose of a search:

Answer 1

The purpose of a building search is to locate and rescue fire victims, to find, extinguish and report fire extensions

Question 2

Command’s priorities (4)

Answer 2

Safety
Rescue
Fire control
Salvage

Question 3

Rescue priority of victims (3)

Answer 3

Most severely threatened
Largest number gathered in groups
The remainder

Question 4

Primary search Is a _____ but _____ search to_____ the _____ of _____; performed either _____ or _____ fire _____ _____

Answer 4

Primary search Is a rapid but thorough search to determine the location of victims; performed either before or during fire suppression operations

Question 5

Secondary search is a _____, _____ search to ensure that no _____ were _____ during the_____ _____; conducted _____ the fire is _____ _____

Answer 5

Secondary search is a slow, thorough search to ensure that no occupants were missed during the primary search; conducted after the fire is under control

Question 6

Evacuation needs Assessment:

Answer 6

Fire floor
Floor below
Floor above
Top floor
Remaining floors below the top most or roof

Question 7

Searchable space definition

Answer 7

Searchable space is any space a firefighter determines is safe to occupy and effectively search for victims

Question 8

What are the two best ways to protect the occupants of a high-rise building when a fire occurs?

Answer 8

Evacuation
Shelter in place