DB 20-10 Brush Fire Operations Flashcards
2020 : Unfortunately January and February which are normally the wettest of the season in Los Angeles County, saw ___ amounts, causing fuel moistures to begin to flatten out.
unseasonably low rainfall
We experienced some above normal temperatures for the first part of May, so light fuels on ____ will likely cure rapidly for interior areas.
south-facing slopes
Monsoon season typically begins around the____.
4th of July and continues into September.
“Leader’s Intent” is a principle whereby a leader defines what _____, and may include information such as a description of what success should look like at the end of your operational period.
people must do to succeed in their assignments
In a wildland fire incident setting, an “Incident within an Incident” (IWI) is defined as any _____ – risking “life or limb”, occurring in the field during an incident that directly involves Department personnel or other assigned resources.
significant accident or medical emergency
Where possible, adopt the “____” concept wherein resources/crews maintain strict crew unity and separation from other resources to minimize exposure and allow efficient contact tracking. The concept includes minimizing exposure by not mixing personnel and vehicles
Module as One
Stock each pumping apparatus with a _____ (gloves, masks, eye protection, hand sanitizer, hand soap, sanitizing wipes, disinfectant spray, etc.)
7-day supply of infectious disease PPE and cleaning supplies
Ensure each pumping apparatus is stocked with a ____ supply of MRE’s and drinking water for each member
72-hour
If one member becomes symptomatic (or + test) while on a mutual aid strike team deployment, recommend _____ (e.g., single engine from S/T).
demobilization of single resource
If ____ members are symptomatic or (+ test) from ____, demobilize the entire S/T)
two or more / two or more engines
Face coverings ___ recommended during strenuous fire line activity.
not
Wash hands with soap frequently for at least ____, after coughing or sneezing, when hands are visibly dirty, or after touching common surfaces (apparatus seats, equipment, desk tops, etc.)
20 seconds
Verify all company commanders have the replaced the 2014 version of the IRPG, with the ____ version, available through the In-Service Training Section (ISTS)
2018 (purple cover)
Burning Index :
Low
0 - 37
Burning Index :
Moderate
38 - 47
Burning Index :
High
48 - 110
Burning Index :
Very High
111 - 161
Burning Index :
Extreme
162 and above
The MFC Battalion Chief is responsible for transmitting a Special Notice announcing the approved resource pre-deployment/augmentation by no later than ____ the day before the pre-deployment/augmentation is anticipated.
1700 hours
Pre-deployment will normally last up to ____.
24 hours.
When the Department is in pre-deployment mode all companies shall stock their apparatus with ____ gallons of Thermo-Gel for a total of ____ (if available) and maintain apparatus fuel levels at ¾-full and above.
eight extra / 12 gallons
The LAFD has been assigned the block of designation numbers _____
1000 through 1074
Task Forces and Strike Teams formed by MFC will be assigned a number starting in sequence from _____
1001 to 1030.
Task Forces and Strike Teams formed at the scene of an incident shall be assigned a number starting in sequence from _____.
1031 to 1074.
The three-letter agency identifier “LFD,” the four-digit number and a one-letter resource type identifier (____) are utilized to designate Strike Teams sent out of the City (i.e., LFD S/T 1001A).
A=Type 1 Engine
The LAFD also has one Department-owned ____ which is currently assigned to _____, using the resource identifier of Engine 82C (Shop #60822).
Type 3 Engine / Fire Station 82
This apparatus is a ____ with an inventory of tools and equipment and vehicle specifications that parallel the OES engines(exception: this apparatus is____). Engine 82C may be used in the City, or as part of a mutual aid Type 3 Strike Team.
2014 HME Ahrens-Fox triple / red in color
Anytime an OES Type 3 Engine is committed to an incident for ______, OES NOTIFICATION IS REQUIRED. This notification will normally be made by MFC
60 minutes or more
A Dozer Strike Team consists of ____, two Dozer _____, and two Dozer _____. The staffing includes two HEOs, two Swampers, two Dozer Bosses, and one Dozer Strike Team Leader.
two Dozers / Transports / Tenders
Crew 3 :
Throughout fire season, one crew will be staffed and available _____ a week from ______, and on-call during other times.
two to three days / 0700 to 1600 hours
F-101
Emergency Time Report
Cal OES F-42
Emergency Activity Record
FSLA-5
Forest Service Activity Record
FC-33
Cal-Fire Personnel and Equipment Report
