203.01.09 Ventilation

Question 1

Ventilation must be closely coordinated with ______

Answer 1

fire attack

Question 2

The ventilation crew shall communicate with the ________ prior to venting the structure to assure the line is in position

Answer 2

fire attack line

Question 3

Ventilation hazards:

Answer 3

1. Provides a flow path for fire spread.

2. Improper ventilation can cause an increase in fire spread and intensity.

Question 4

Where and when is it appropriate to ventilate at the roof?

Answer 4

Where appropriate (directly above the fire) and only when the fire attack line is in position to put water on the fire

Question 5

When to Vent the Roof:

Answer 5

a. Private Dwelling when the fire is on the upper floor or involving the attic space.
b. Multi-Dwelling when the fire is on the top floor.
c. Multi-Dwelling when smoke is in the stairwell and stairwell
needs vented.
d. Multi-Dwelling when fire is in the attic space.

Question 6

When to Vent horizontally:

Answer 6

1. When appropriate and only when the fire attack line is in position to put water on the fire.
2. When to vent Horizontally
   a. Private Dwelling when the fire is on a lower floor and venting a
   window will release heat and smoke from the fire room.
   b. Multi-Dwelling when the fire is in any location other than the top
   floor.
   c. Multi-Dwelling when the fire is limited to one compartment,
   bedroom or apartment.

Question 7

When ventilating a basement:

Answer 7

Holes for ventilation are made in a floor, they should be cut near a window, if possible, so that the smoke can exit through the window.

Question 8

For Positive Pressure Ventilation:

Answer 8

1. Start at the direction of Command.
2. Void spaces where there is potential for fire extension, shall be opened up prior to beginning positive pressure ventilation.
3. Large churches or commercial buildings consider requesting the Regional
   Ventilation Unit from Point Pleasant, KY Fire Department.