7.8 - Residential Construction Fires

Question 1

What is the primary action recommended for the first arriving apparatus at the scene of a residential construction fire?

a. Initiate fire investigation
b. Hit a hydrant and use a master stream appliance
c. Lay additional 65 mm hand lines
d. Concentrate on extinguishing the fire only

Answer 1

B

Question 2

What is the primary responsibility of the second arriving apparatus in a residential construction fire scenario?

a. Initiate fire investigation
b. Hit a hydrant and use a master stream appliance
c. Lay additional 65 mm hand lines
d. Concentrate on extinguishing the fire and downwind exposures

Answer 2

D

Question 3

What should additional arriving apparatus focus on in a residential construction fire as directed by the Incident Commander?

a. Initiating fire investigations
b. Protecting upwind exposures
c. Extinguishing the fire and downwind exposures
d. Contacting the Fire Prevention Officer

Answer 3

C

Question 4

What is the recommended course of action for all on-duty personnel regarding burning in residential construction sites?

a. Evacuate the area immediately
b. Investigate the fire, and extinguish it if necessary
c. Contact the Fire Prevention Officer before taking any action
d. Wait for instructions from the Incident Commander

Answer 4

B

Question 5

When should a Fire Prevention Officer be contacted in the event of a fire at a residential construction site?

a. Before initiating any investigation
b. After extinguishing the fire
c. Once the Incident Commander arrives
d. Only if requested by the on-site construction supervisor

Answer 5

A