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20 Aerial Strategies And Tactics Flashcards

1
Q

Communications regarding aerial deployment and aerial operations

A

Tactical communication

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2
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In the ideal situation the best approach for rescue is made from which direction and on what ground

A

Upwind on the level grade without obstructions

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3
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For rescue where should the turntable be positioned

A

Upwind of the rescue point or target

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4
Q

If possible the driver/operator should position aerial apparatus used for rescue at what part of the building

A

The corner of the building

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5
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Two advantages to positioning aerial apparatus on a corner of the building

A

Potentially reach victims on two sides. Safer on the corner from structural collapse

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6
Q

Straight or solid master streams directed at aerial devices can place what on the device

A

Damaging stress resulting in collapse

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7
Q

If rescue is to be made over the top rail of a platform the turntable should be positioned where in regards to the target

A

Directly in line with the target to position front of bucket at the target

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8
Q

If the victim is to enter the platform through a hinged gate where most the turntable be positioned

A

Little forward or behind of the target because gates are typically on the side of the platform

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9
Q

In situations that require using aerial apparatus rescue the main objective is to reach

A

As many victims or egress points is possible with minimum number of movements

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10
Q

Panicked people should be rescued to prevent them from jumping however firefighter should not pass up who

A

Those and greatest danger

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11
Q

Who is the first rescue priority

A

Victims most in danger, typically above fire floor

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12
Q

Second rescue priority

A

Largest number of groups of people

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13
Q

Went to or more groups of victims appear to be in the same amount of danger who should have the aerial device extended to them first

A

The larger of the two groups

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14
Q

Third rescue priority

A

Remainder of people in the fire area

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15
Q

Fourth rescue priority

A

People in the exposed area

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16
Q

In the case where optimal positioning is not possible and the aerial device cannot be parallel or square to the building how should it be extended

A

So that the beam on the building side is above and over the objective slightly

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17
Q

When maneuvering an aerial device to reach a victim trapped it should be initially and how and then positioned how

A

Aim the device above the victim then lowered into place

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18
Q

If equipped with, what increase the overall strength of the extended device greatly reduce the chance of failure by causing a more rigid structure

A

Extension locks

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19
Q

When rescuing from a window the aerial device should be placed how

A

First rung of the ladder tip even with the windowsill

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20
Q

When using aerial platforms most part apartments prefer that the platform be placed how at a window

A

Top rail even with the window sill so victims can enter feet first into the bucket

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21
Q

Alternative method for bucket rescue from a window not top rail even with window

A

Position platform access gate is adjacent to opening

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22
Q

When removing trapped victims from a roof or other open flat areas, the tip of the aerial ladder should be placed how

A

So that at least 6 feet extends above the edge of the roof

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23
Q

When removing trapped victims from a roof or similar flat open area, a bucket or platform should be placed

A

So that the bottom of the platform is just above and over the edge of the roof

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24
Q

What is the guideline for placement of aerial devices for rescue from balconies or parapet walls

A

Same as a flat or open area, 6 feet above edge, platform just above and over edge

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25
Q

Aerial devices or beams should only rest against the target if

A

The manufacturer recommends it

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26
Q

What may be needed to rescue victims of a parapet style roof

A

Roof ladder

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27
Q

If a parapet wall appears structurally unsound and cannot have a roofa latter rested against it for rescue where is the ladder rested against

A

The aerial device

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28
Q

When dealing with parapet what type of aerial device is advantageous over telescoping types

A

Articulating device

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29
Q

How many firefighters should be assigned to assist victims while descending a ladder

A

At least one preferably two

30
Q

Went to or more firefighters are available for rescue, one remains at the tip of the latter while the other

A

Assists the victim from inside of the building

31
Q

What types of victims will have to be carried or supported down the ladder

A

Small children, and adults Incapable of climbing down

32
Q

How are small children and infants carried down and aerial device

A

Cradled in one arm while other used to balance

33
Q

Which method of carrying a person is best suited for heavier persons who are conscious and able to control their own movements but not strong enough to descend under own power

A

Knee sit

34
Q

How should unconscious victims be carried down and aerial device

A

Both of the firefighters hands under the body grasping hand rails, victim body across the handrails sliding down

35
Q

The over the shoulder carry is difficult and risky and should only be performed when

A

A safety firefighter descends below the firefighter carrying the victim

36
Q

How is the over the shoulder method performed with rescue on an aerial device

A

Victim over the shoulder face down to their back, waist on firefighters shoulder knees in middle of chest. Ff back down the ladder, safety firefighter behind them

37
Q

Platforms are considerably easier than carrying victims down ladders, however it is slower and not well-suited to

A

Mass evacuations from a single point

38
Q

When lowering unconscious victims to the ground in a platform the second firefighter is placed where

A

At the loading point to assure and calm other victims

39
Q

Is an unconscious victim is not in a Stokes basket how should the victim be placed in the platform

A

Set or lay victim on the floor

40
Q

If the victim is in a Stokes basket and cannot sit on the floor of the bucket, how should be placed

A

Laid across the platform railings and secured by conventional methods

41
Q

Lowering a Stokes basket down and aerial should be used as a last resort since it is much easier and safer to remove the litter how

A

By carrying it down the stairwell, fire escape, or moving to an area of refuge

42
Q

The easiest method to lowering the Stokes basket down and aerial ladder

A

Slide the basket down the ladder on the rails, but only if it fits

43
Q

When sliding a Stokes basket down an aerial ladder how should the victim be placed

A

Head up

44
Q

Is a Stokes basket does not fit between the rails of the ladder how should it be lowered down the ladder

A

It should be placed on top of the handrails, perpendicular to the latter, using a guide rope to help control the direction of the decent and a firefighter back down ahead of it to guide it

45
Q

If lowering a basket from the tip of an aerial device using a rope rescue technique what can be done to ensure the capacity has not exceeded

A

Lower in a smooth manner prevent bounce or sway

46
Q

If a pulley is placed at the tip of an aerial device where should the working end be anchored to prevent overloading

A

Anchored back to a lower section of ladder, if anchored to the ground weight on device is twice that of the load

47
Q

True false it is recommended that fire department use aerial apparatus for water type rescues

A

False it is not recommended for that type of use

48
Q

Communication that directs apparatus positioning and the direction of approach

A

Pre-arrival communications

49
Q

First safety issue that affects aerial apparatus at water rescue incidence is often a lack of

A

Suitable location to adequately stabilize apparatus

50
Q

If placing an aerial device to the roof for ventilation should be positioned how

A

Extended A minimum of 6 feet over the edge of the roof

51
Q

Positioning a platform for roof ventilation

A

Bottom of platform even or extended slightly over roof edge

52
Q

If wind is blowing across the face of the building windows should be taken out how

A

On the downwind portion first working upwind

53
Q

When a defense of attack using elevated master stream is employed the risk of what must be considered

A

Building collapse

54
Q

When using an elevated master stream in a blitz attack the operator should position the apparatus how

A

To give the fire stream as much reach into fire area as possible

55
Q

Use of an elevated master stream may disturb what inside of the fire

A

Thermal layers

56
Q

If an elevated master stream needs to be used closer to ground level, the apparatus should be positioned how

A

Turntable directly in line with intended target

57
Q

It is generally not practical to discharge foam through elevated master streams because

A

Aerated foam is susceptible to break up from winds or thermal column

58
Q

Aggressively attack fire from the exterior with large diameter fire stream, 2.5 inch or larger

A

Blitz attack

59
Q

For a blitz attack how should the aerial device be positioned at the window

A

Nozzle even with bottom of the window angled up 30° toward ceiling

60
Q

When elevated master streams are used in a blitz attack they should only be flowed long enough to

A

Darken down the fire to avoid unnecessary water damage or collapse hazard

61
Q

After the fire has been knocked down with a blitz attack from an elevated master stream what should be done next

A

Interior crews and hand lines

62
Q

Exterior fire attack limited to control spread of fire with emphasis on exposure protection

A

Defensive attack

63
Q

Elevated streams can push what into areas of the building providing fuel

A

Furniture in the building and burning contents

64
Q

If possible when using a defense of attack aerial master stream devices should be positioned where

A

On the unburned side

65
Q

Tactic that can eliminate difficult hose lays up interior stairwell

A

Using aerial device as exterior standpipe

66
Q

Using aerial as exterior standpipe is also effective in the following scenarios

A

Parking garage,
fires on roof,
fires on bridge or overpass,
fires in building under construction with no standpipe

67
Q

Using the aerial device as an elevated standpipe commits the ladder to a single position that may prevent it for use in what

A

Rescue operation

68
Q

True false rain reduces the potential for fire spread or exposure

A

True

69
Q

What enhances the effects of radiated and convection heat transfer

A

Wind

70
Q

Protection from convective fire spread can be accomplished by applying large fog streams where

A

Horizontally into the thermal column

71
Q

In some cases it may be necessary to move the elevated master stream back and forth between the fire building and what

A

The exposure, taking care not to ignore the exposure

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