Commercial Structure Fire 3.2.2.3

Question 1

What are the tactical priorities for a Commercial structure fire?

Answer 1

Attack
water suppy
search
supplement suppression system
evacuation
vent
2nd line
RIT

Question 2

What should be done if there is any indication of fire in a commercial structure?

Answer 2

2nd alarm

Question 3

1st due expectations (investigate)

Answer 3

on scene report
establish command
determine operational mode
consider add'l alarms
locate fire
supply FDC if nearby
initiate attack if feasible

Question 4

2nd due expectations (attack)

Answer 4

stage on C side awaiting location report by 1st due
initiate attack from closest entry
search immediate area
call for resources
engineer est continuous supply if able

Question 5

1st due rescue expectations

Answer 5

evacuate adjacent units

focused area search

Question 6

3rd due engine expectations

Answer 6

est continuous supply for attack apparatus
supply FDC if attack engine has own supply
2nd attack line

Question 7

4th due (truck) expectations

Answer 7

anticipate need for elevated master stream
position for roof assessment
prep for roof ops

Question 8

5th due engine expectations

Answer 8

RIT (utilities, ladders)

unmet tactical priorities

Question 9

2nd due rescue

Answer 9

report to command

unmet tactical priorities

Question 10

BC expectations

Answer 10

assume IC

use IMS

Question 11

2nd BC expectations

Answer 11

report to command
safety officer
PPE for div/grp/branch sup role
recon/rehab coordination