Chapter 19 Search & Rescue

Question 1

Describe the methods to determine if an area is tenable, that is, defensible or capable
of being defended.

Question 2

Describe primary and secondary search techniques.

Question 3

Describe victim removal methods including various carries.

Question 4

Identify what constitutes a safe haven.

Question 5

Describe use of forcible entry during rescue operations.

Question 6

Describe ladder operations for rescue.

Question 7

Describe types and uses for rescue tools.

Question 8

Describe methods to determine if an area is tenable.

Question 9

Outline methods to use and indicators of finding victims.

Question 10

Explain victim removal methods(including various carries)

Question 11

List indicators of building collapse.

Question 12

Describe search and rescue and ventilation procedures.

Question 13

What is the purpose of Search and rescue

Answer 13

The purpose of a building search is to locate and rescue fire victims, to find, extinguish,
and report fire extension.

Question 14

The Incident Command Manual dictates that the Fire Command’s priorities in the order:

Answer 14

1. Safety
2. Rescue
3. Fire Control
4. Salvage

Question 15

Rescue Priority of Victims

Answer 15

1. Most severely threatened.
2. Largest number that have gathered in groups.
3. The remainder.

Question 16

define primary search

Answer 16

Primary Search – is a rapid but thorough search to determine the location of victims;
performed either before or during fire suppression operations.