Assembly Fires - Large Assemblies Flashcards
This guideline is intended for larger venues which are typically protected by (blank)
fire sprinkler/suppression systems
What are examples of assembly occupancies?
churches, receptions hall or structures for 100+
Any working incident in an assembly type structure with occupants still entrapped should immediately indicate an escalation in response, up to and including
Second alarm or third alarm fire resources as necessary;
Appropriate EMS MCI response as necessary; Alarm 1, 2 or 3.
Full Boone Fire Chiefs Command Team response;
Northern Kentucky Incident Management Team as necessary.
Some (blank) may not be sprinkled, even if they have a gathering hall in the basement.
large churches
Special consideration should be given to:
Large concentration/volume of persons;
Potential of overcrowding.
Typically, un-sprinkled or protected by residential type sprinkler systems;
Most occupants may not be familiar with building (exit/egress routes) as they would normal place of work and lighting is typically poor.
(Blank) should avoid being utilized for fire department operations, at
least in the early stages, for the following reasons:
a. Typically this is the (blank) for occupants in the structure;
b. Most occupants will utilize (blank)
c. The presence of firefighters, firefighting equipment, and hose-lines (blank)
d. The presence of evacuating persons (blank)
Main entrances/paths of egress
main means of egress
the most familiar exit as main means of egress even if alternate emergency exits are present.
may restrict occupant egress;
may hamper firefighting efforts.
Ventilation considerations should strongly be examined for egress reasons; combustion products should not (blank)
be directed into egress routes.
In times of inclement weather, Command may choose to shelter occupants in place on large structures as opposed to complete evacuation. This can be completed if the following criteria
are met:
a. Area of refuge is far enough removed from location of incident to protect persons from
not only heat and flame, but all potential products of combustion (smoke, toxic vapors,
explosions, etc.)
b. Security measures are in place to prevent subjects from entering/re-entering the
affected portion of the building
c. Measures are in place to provide immediate and orderly evacuation if the incident
escalates.
Where is the ideal area to leave room for the first due aerial?
an exterior corner
What is an appropriate first line to be deployed by the 1st due engine?
3 - 50 foot high rise packs and a water can
RECON is (blank)
necessary
Blank should be a consideration for the first due engine.
search rope systems
What should the second due engine do?
Establish a water supply, supply FDC, bring 3” leader off the first engine
What should the first due aerial do? This crew should be prepared for (blank).
Ensure all egress paths are usable; heavy forcible
entry operations as doors may be steel doors encased in masonry walls
ensure primary search completed
Who should ensure water supply completed for the first engine or FDC? What are additional responsibilities?
3rd due; take a back up line or go to exposure and check for extension
