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Blue Card™ I Flashcards

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  1. The Blue Card program is dedicated to the memory of ___.
A

Alan V. Brunacini

Retired Phoenix Fire Department Chief

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Under the National Incident Management System, incidents are classified into (1.) — types. Type (2.) — and (3.) — events (where local incident management operations are supported solely by the Authority Having Jurisdiction [AHJ]) represent more than 99% of all fire department incident activity.

A
  1. 5
  2. 4
  3. 5

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  1. When was the Blue Card IC training and certification program launched?
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  1. 2008

Memory Aid: This was the year I became a 1st Class Firefighter.

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  1. What does NIMS stand for?
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  1. National Incident Management System

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  1. What command system was created and mandated by the US federal government following 9/11, in an effort to place all incident responders under a single command system in the event of a large-scale natural disaster or WMD event?
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  1. National Incident Management System (NIMS)

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NIMS Type I and II incidents are managed at the (1.) — level. Type III incidents are managed at the (2.) — level. Type IV and V incidents are managed at the (3.) — level.

A
  1. Federal
  2. State
  3. Local

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  1. What are the five major sections / functional areas of NIMS?
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  1. Command
  2. Operations
  3. Planning
  4. Logistics
  5. Finance / Administration

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  1. Blue Card is designed to provide a functional incident management system for operations up to (1.) — alarm incidents.
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  1. 5

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  1. What does IMT stand for, with respect to NIMS?
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  1. Incident Management Team

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A local command system exists to solve the (1.) — problem while ensuring all (2.) — safety.

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  1. Customer’s
  2. Responders’

Blue Card, Introduction

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The entire Blue Card Type 4 and 5 IC Training and Certification Program is based on the Textbooks (1.) — and (2.) — written by Alan Brunacini.

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  1. Fire Command
  2. Command Safety

Blue Card, Introduction

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  1. What are the eight basic Command Functions?
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  1. Deployment management
  2. Assume, confirm and position command
  3. Situation evaluation (size up)
  4. Strategy development / incident action planning
  5. Incident communications
  6. Incident organization
  7. Review and revision
  8. Continuation, support and termination of command

Blue Card, Introduction

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Eight Basic Command Functions

(1.) — procedures describe the amount of resources needed to solve the customer’s problems.

A
  1. Deployment

Blue Card, Introduction

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In most situations, the first-arriving company officer will work and operate on all three organizational levels ((1.) —, (2.) — and (3.) —).

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  1. strategic
  2. tactical
  3. task

Blue Card, Introduction

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(1.) — is always the number one Critical Fireground Factor.

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  1. Fire

Blue Card, Introduction

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The (1.) — strategy entails entering the hot zone (structure) to perform (2.) — and to fight the fire using handlines (1-3/4”—2-½” attack lines).

A
  1. offensive
  2. search and rescue

Blue Card, Introduction

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The ultimate benchmark of whether the IC is in control of an incident operation is whether they have control over the (1.) — and (2.) — of all resources.

A
  1. position
  2. function

Blue Card, Introduction

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Operating in the proper (1.) — and keeping the (2.) — current is the major strategic-level safety responsibility, impacting responder safety more than any other single issue.

A
  1. strategy
  2. IAP

Blue Card, Introduction

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The three organizational levels create a complete organizational approach that connects direct supervision of work activities ((1.) — level), mid-management direction ((2.) — level) and overall command ((3.) — level).

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  1. task
  2. tactical
  3. strategic

Blue Card, Introduction

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Amongst the three organizational levels, which is the most important?

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  1. task

The strategic and tactical levels are there to support the task-level workers operating in the hazard zone, not the other way around.

Blue Card, Introduction

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The (1.) — organizational level is where the IC in a strategic command mode and the command team live.

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  1. strategic

Blue Card, Introduction

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What are an IC’s five major responsibilities?

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  1. Provide for responder safety and survival
  2. Protect, remove and provide care to endangered customers
  3. Stabilize the incident problem
  4. Conserve property and the environment during and after incident operations
  5. Provide short-term services that stabilize and begin to normalize the customers’ lives.

Blue Card, Introduction

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What are the five distinct command levels for a local command system?

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  1. IC #1 (AKA, Mobile Command, i.e., a Company Officer IC)
  2. IC #2 (AKA Strategic Command, i.e., an IC working in a Command Post [CP])
  3. IC #2 - Supported with a Command Team (Support Officer & Senior Advisor)
  4. Sections (i.e., Operations, Logistics, Planning, etc.)
  5. Activation of an Emergency Operations Center (EOC)

Blue Card, Introduction

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What does the acronym SDG stand for within the Blue Card system?

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  1. Sector, Division, Group

Blue Card, Introduction

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Command Functions

(1.) — is the most “functional” of the Command Functions.

A
  1. Deployment

Blue Card, Function 1

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Command Function

After IC1 has arrived on-scene, (1.) — Staging goes into effect. Later arriving engine companies should not pass their last (2.) —; ladder compnaies should not pass their last (3.) —.

A
  1. Level 1
  2. water source (i.e., last tactical option / objective)
  3. access point into the incident site (i.e., last tactical option / objective)

Blue Card, Function 1

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Command Functions

The basic objective of (1.) -Command Function- is to provide a steady, adequate stream of appropriate resources (i.e., people, equipment and systems) to the fire occupancy at the right time, in the right place and performing correct, standard actions.

A
  1. Deployment

Blue Card, Function 1

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Command Functions

Level 1 Staging procedures are automatically activated when the officer of the initial arriving unit gives their (1.) — and assumes (2.) —.

A
  1. Initial Radio Report (IRR)
  2. Command

Blue Card, Function 1

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Command Functions

Level (1.) — Staging is a centralized staging location, adjacent to the incident scene where we assemble later-arriving resources.

A
  1. 2

Blue Card, Function 1

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Command Function 1: Deployment

Generally speaking, the (1.) — is the resource allocator for the incident and is responsible for accounting for all resources assigned to the incident and managing the position and function of all assigned resources in the hazard zone.

A
  1. Incident Commander (IC)

Blue Card, Function 1

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Command Functions

Generally speaking, the (1.) — is the resource allocator for the incident and is responsible for accounting for all resources assigned to the incident and managing the position and function of all assigned resources in the hazard zone.

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  1. Incident Commander (IC)

Blue Card, Function 1

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Command Functions

The concept of TLO (Task, Location, Objective) is known as the (1.) — Model.

A
  1. Order

Blue Card, Function 1

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Command Functions

At no time will a unit auto-assign itself into the hazard area without notifying the IC; that is defined as (1.) —, and it is absolutely prohibited.

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  1. freelancing

Blue Card, Function 1

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Command Functions

A strategically placed IC (in a Command Post) manages accountability with a (1.) —. A tactical-level supervisor will use an (2.) — and (3.) —, and a task-level worker will use either (4.) —, —, — or — (e.g. another member or on a handline) to manage their accountability.

A
  1. Tactical Worksheet
  2. Accountability Board
  3. Passports
  4. voice / vision / touch / radio

Blue Card, Function 1

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Command Functions

What does TWS stand for in the Blue Card system?

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  1. Tactical Worksheet

Blue Card, Function 1

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Command Functions

Once the IC has covered all of the key tactical positions around the hazard zone and has backed up the most critical positions, they need to resist the temptation to assign other resources as soon as they report they’re staged. The wise IC will always hold a little back, maintaining a (1.) — of available units.

A
  1. tactical reserve

Blue Card, Function 1

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Command Functions

The following are the “Task Level Safety RULES”:

Follow (1.) —
Get into the (2.) — properly
Manage crew’s (3.) —: voice, vision, or touch
(4.) — ticket in hazard zone
All members stay on (5.) —
Max distance inside; (6.) — feet
Manage crew’s (7.) — cycle
Always keep crew (8.) —
Always exit with a (9.) —% air reserve

A
  1. SOPs
  2. game
  3. accountability
  4. Round trip
  5. hoseline
  6. 175
  7. work
  8. intact
  9. 33

Blue Card, Function 1

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Command Functions

The (1.) — is the designated “safety” officer for their crew.

A
  1. company officer

Blue Card, Function 1

39
Q

Command Functions

What is the maximum depth that units are allowed to deploy inside a hazard zone?

A
  1. 175’

Blue Card, Function 1

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Command Functions

A 4,500 psi SCBA bottle will give the wearer approximately (1.) — min of air during physical exertion on the fireground. Taking this into account, a firefighter should spend no more than (2.) — min inside the Hazard Zone.

A
  1. 18
  2. 12

This complies with the 1/3rd Air Management Strategy.

Blue Card, Function 1

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Command Functions

(1.) ___ is defined as a forward staging position located just outside the immediate Hazard Zone, safely distanced from the entrance of a tactical position S/D.

A
  1. On-Deck

Blue Card, Function 1

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Command Functions

For a typical working structure fire, a company should be assigned On-Deck only after (1.) —.

A
  1. all immediately-critical Tactical Priorities have been assigned sufficient resources

Keep in mind that WAC () mandates a 2-in / 2-out rule.

Blue Card, Function 1

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Command Functions

(1.) — is defined as a timely and efficient means of air replacement and re-hydration of companies while maintaining their SDG assignment.

A
  1. Recycling

Blue Card, Function 1

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Command Functions

Companies being relieved and recycled will remain in their assigned SDG, refill their (1.) —, re-(2.) — and then (3.) — to their SDG officer or the IC that they are ready to go back to work.

A
  1. air supply
  2. hydrate
  3. report

Blue Card, Function 1

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Command Functions

Rehab is an assignment to a formal rehab location (close to the emergency scene in the (1.) — zone) where Units will be medically evaluated, rehydrated, and replenished.

A
  1. Cold

Blue Card, Function 1

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Command Functions

(1.) — is a deployment model where an IC always has a steady stream of workers for the required tasks. Workers in the (2.) — Zone represent the first of the three layers of this model. Rapidly-assignable resources and SDG support in the form of (3.) — companies represent the second layer. Crews located in (4.) —, meant to replace On-Deck or Hazard Zone crews, represent the third layer.

A
  1. Three Deep (i.e., Three Deep Deployment Model)
  2. On-Deck
  3. Staging

Blue Card, Function 1

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Q

Command Functions

What does ZIP stand for, with respect to Blue Card?

A

Zero Impact Period

Blue Card, Function 2

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Command Functions

Command must be assumed on every (1.) — response.

A
  1. multi-unit

Blue Card, Function 2

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Command Functions

In the cases where a Command Officer is delayed getting to the scene, the initial Company Officer IC should remove themselves from the hazard area and continue to run the incident from (1.)—.

A
  1. their apparatus

When assuming or transitioning to the command position, the company officer has three options for dealing with their crew: 1) They can select a member of their crew to act as the company officer and give them an assignment; 2) They can assign their crew to another company officer; or 3) They can use their crew at the initial command post to act as administrative assistants and help them operate as the IC.

Blue Card, Function 2

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Command Functions

The entire response team coming in behind a mobile IC must realize the initial IC is in a (1.)— position, not a command position. We accept this trade-off because many times, the initial front-end “hit” is enough to stabilize the incident’s problems.

A
  1. tactical

Blue Card, Function 2

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Command Functions

Command must be transferred in a standard manner (per SOPs) that ensures the second IC has verified and documented the (1.)— and (2.)— of all resources located in the hazard zone.

A
  1. position
  2. function

Blue Card, Function 2

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Command Functions

The (1.)— Command Position is defined as a command position that is stationary, remote, outside of the hazard zone and inside of a (2.)—.

A
  1. Strategic
  2. vehicle

Blue Card, Function 2

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Command Functions

The information-management phase, known as (1.)—, involves the systematic, rapid and deliberate consideration of all critical incident factors.

A
  1. Size-Up

Blue Card, Function 3

54
Q

Command Functions

The first thing the officer should check after getting on the rig is that the (1.)—.

A
  1. radio is on the correct channel

Blue Card, Function 3

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Command Functions

(1.)— provide a job list for incident operations; they are the reason our customers call us.

A
  1. Tactical Priorities

Blue Card, Function 3

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Q

Command Functions

What does USA stand for on a Blue Card Standard Tactical Worksheet?

A
  • Unit
  • Staged
  • Assignment

Blue Card, Function 3

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Command Functions

A mobile IC shouldn’t be expected to manage more units than they can track off the top of their head. In most cases, this is between (1.)— and (2.)— units.

A
  1. two
  2. three

Blue Card, Function 3

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Command Functions

The (1.)—-minute rule the fire service has been used for decades (if the fire has been burning uncontrolled for (1.)—-minutes, abandon the structure) must include burn time prior to when we get there. As a note of interest (and survival), for many structures, the (1.)—-minute rule is quite out of date. That time is growing shorter as lightweight structural materials keep getting lighter, the new rule should be around (2.)— minutes.

A
  1. twenty
  2. five

Blue Card, Function 3

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Command Functions

Standard conditions are identified as the incident’s current (1.)—.

A
  1. Critical Factors

Blue Card, Function 3

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Command Functions

Name the five components of the Strategic Decision Making Model.

A
  1. Critical Factors
  2. Rick Management Plan
  3. Strategy
  4. Incident Action Plan (IAP)
  5. Tactical Priorities

Blue Card, Function 3

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Command Functions

Name the eight Critical Factors.

A
  1. Building
  2. Occupancy
  3. Arrangement
  4. Fire
  5. Life Safety
  6. Action
  7. Resources
  8. Special Circumstances

Blue Card, Function 3

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Command Functions

Name the three fixed Critical Factors.

A
  1. Building
  2. Occupancy
  3. Arrangement

Blue Card, Function 3

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Q

Command Functions

Name the five variable Critical Factors.

A
  1. Fire
  2. Life Safety
  3. Action
  4. Resources
  5. Special Circumstances

Blue Card, Function 3

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Command Functions

A fully extended regulation flag equals an approximate (1.)— mph wind speed. This is a example of a Special Circumstance amongst the Critical Factors.

A
  1. 20

Blue Card, Function 3

65
Q

Command Functions

Consistent wind speeds of (1.)—-(2.)— mph will overpower most mechanical ventilation (using a fan).

A
  1. eight
  2. ten

Blue Card, Function 3

66
Q

Command Functions

A fully extended regulation flag equals an approximate (1.)— mph wind speed. This is a example of a Special Circumstance amongst the Critical Factors.

A
  1. 20

Blue Card, Function 3

67
Q

Command Functions

Overall operational strategy is divided into only two categories: (1.)— or (2.)—.

A
  1. Offensive
  2. Defensive

Blue Card, Function 4

68
Q

Command Functions

The strategy defines the positions the troops will operate from: offensive is (1.)—, defensive is (2.)—.

A
  1. inside
  2. outside

Blue Card, Function 4

69
Q

Command Functions

An hazardous incident scene is comprised of three distinct zones:

A
  1. Cold Zone
  2. Warm Zone
  3. Hot Zone

Blue Card, Function 4

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Command Functions

What are the five general Blue Card Offensive Tactical Priorities?

A
  1. Fire Control (F/C)
  2. Life Safety - Primary and Secondary “All Clear(s)” (A/C)
  3. Loss Control / Property Conservation - “Loss Stopped” (L/S)
  4. Post Fire Control Firefighter Decontamination (Decon)
  5. Customer Stabilization - Short Term

Blue Card, Function 4

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Command Functions

The term “(1.)—” indicates a situation that will at least require the commitment of all initially responding companies. This report advises dispatch that the companies will be engaged in tactical activities and will be held at the scene for an extended time period.

A
  1. Working Fire

Blue Card, Function 4

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Command Functions

The term “(1.)—” indicates that the main body of fire has been controlled in a unit’s assigned geographic work area, but the 7 sides of the fire have NOT been validated for any fire extension.

A
  1. Knockdown

Blue Card, Function 4

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Command Functions

The term “(1.)—” will be transmitted when the main body of fire has been extinguished and all seven (7) sides of the fire have been confirmed as having no fire extension (or when extension has been controlled) in an assigned unit’s geographic / operational area.

A
  1. Fire Control

Blue Card, Function 4

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Command Functions

The term “(1.)—” will be transmitted when all areas exposed to the products of combustion report fire control, primary and secondary all-clears, and no other resources are required to complete the remaining tactical priorities.

A
  1. Under Control

Blue Card, Function 4

75
Q

Command Functions

Once fire knockdown has been achieved, fire control crews must continue to reduce the interior temperatures of the structure to below (1.)— degrees F to improve occupant and firefighter survivability.

A
  1. 200

Blue Card, Function 4

76
Q

Command Functions

Maximum operating distance inside a structure should be limited to (1.)—-to-(2.)— feet.

A
  1. 100
  2. 200

Blue Card, Function 4

77
Q

Command Functions

Generally speaking, once the Fire Control benchmark has been achieved and transmitted, the operation must switch its primary focus to (1.)— the structure to maximize occupant tenability and firefighter safety.

A
  1. ventilating

Blue Card, Function 4

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Q

Command Functions

“(1.)—” is a term for the life safety tactic of leaving people indirectly exposed to a fire compartment behind their barrier of protection while Fire Control is achieved and the fire area ventilated.

A
  1. Protect in place

Blue Card, Function 4

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Q

Command Functions

(1.)— is / are performed in the immediate fire area in conjunction with Fire Control and are for the purposes of locating victims directly exposed to the products of combustion (very lethal).

A
  1. Primary Searche(s)

Blue Card, Function 4

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Q

Command Functions

(1.)— is / are performed after Fire Control has been achieved and the atmosphere has been properly ventilated. This involves the process of opening barriers and searching any survivable compartments directly exposed to the fire area, along with a secondary, more thorough search of the original fire compartment.

A
  1. Secondary Searche(s)

Blue Card, Function 4

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Q

Command Functions

NO TACTICAL VENTILATION SHALL BE PERFORMED PRIOR TO FIRE CONTROL (unless (1.)—).

A
  1. hydraulic

Blue Card, Function 4

82
Q

Command Functions

Place the following potential victims into the standard rescue order:

  • The remainder of the fire area/structure
  • The most endangered
  • The exposures
  • The largest group
A
  1. The most endangered
  2. The largest group
  3. The remainder of the fire area/structure
  4. The exposures

Blue Card, Function 4

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Q

Command Functions

What are the four (4) Blue Card Defensive Strategy Tactical Priorities and their corresponding completion benchmarks?

A
  1. Define the Hazard Zone
  2. Establish Cut-offs – Forward progress stopped
  3. Search exposures - Primary and Secondary “All Clears”
  4. Protect exposures - “Fire Control” - Loss Stopped

Blue Card, Function 4

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Q

Command Functions

When operating in the Defensive Strategy, small diameter handlines not directly protecting (1.)— should be shut down.

A
  1. exposures

Blue Card, Function 4

85
Q

Command Functions

When operating in the Defensive Strategy, small diameter handlines not directly protecting (1.)— should be shut down.

A
  1. exposures

Blue Card, Function 4

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