Deck 104

Question 1

What is the purpose of using the KO Curtain or Fire Window Blanket?

Answer 1

To cover a window when the wind is blowing fire back into the fire occupancy.Once the KO Curtain or Fire Window Blanket is in place, the negative effects of the wind will be diminished, allowing members to advance a hand line toward the fire area as directed by the IC. Tools 2 & 3, 2.1

Question 2

Regarding fire conditions, what can one expect when the Wind Control Device is in place?

Answer 2

an immediate 50% decrease in temperatures and significant flame reduction when the KO Curtain/Blanket is deployed, but there will be an increase in the smoke condition produced by the fire. Tools 2 & 3, 2.1

Question 3

The KO Curtain shall be deployed for the following conditions:

Answer 3

A Evolution 34, 1.2.1 A window in the fire apartment has failed and size-up indicates wind is blowing the fire into the apartment continuously or intermittently.1.2.2 Size-up indicates that deployment of the KO Curtain prior to window failure willprevent a wind driven fire from developing.Note: The KO Curtain will ONLY be deployed on orders of the Officer of thefirst arriving ladder company and/or the Incident Commander.EVO 33, 2.3 The fire window blanket may be used as pre-deployment option to cover a window prior to it failing in order to prevent a wind-driven fire.

Question 4

When is the KO Curtain placed OOS?

Answer 4

If there is any doubt as to the serviceability of the KO Curtain, the OOD shall place the curtain out of service. Tools 2, 3.2

Question 5

When is the Blanket replaced?

Answer 5

Upon completion of operations where a Fire Window Blanket has been deployed, the ICwill secure the Fire Window Blanket until the arrival of the Safety Battalion or theirdesignee. Tools 3, 4.1

Question 6

When is the Blanket placed OOS?

Answer 6

If the inspection reveals that the aluminized foil is peeling and separating from the white cloth the blanket shall be placed out of service. Tools 3, 4.6

Question 7

Who prepares the report for the replacement of either the Curtain or Blanket ?

Answer 7

The Ladder Company Officer of the confiscated KO Curtain/Blanket will prepare a brief letterhead report to Chief of Operations.The officer shall also include any additional information that may be important to thefuture use of this device and forward a report via chain of command with copy to theChief of the Fire Academy.

Question 8

Where does the replacement KO Curtain come from?

Answer 8

6.3 Contact the administrative Division for a replacement KO Curtain. Tools 2 6.3

Question 9

Where does the replacement Blanket come from?

Answer 9

When a replacement of a Fire Window Blanket is required the company officer shall contact Technical Services during normal business hours and request a replacement with an available spare. Tools 3 4.3

Question 10

Regarding Standpipe pressurized alarm systems, when would sitesafety managers conduct a “tracing” examination of a standpipe on every floorto verify that no breach exists throughout the building.

Answer 10

Weekly. BISP Chapter 5 ref 1.10 ,5.1The law also requires daily, multifacetedchecks to ensure that a standpipe system is available and in readiness at all timesfor use by FD.

Question 11

Regarding fire conditions, what can one expect when the Wind Control Device is in place? (MD’s)

Answer 11

 Will cause an IMMEDIATE reduction in heat and intensity of the fire. POSSIBLE reduction of visibility in the fire area due to an increase in smokeproduction. Fire may PERIODICALLY vent around the sides and top of the deployed WCDwith the potential for auto-exposure to the floor(s) above. The deploymentwindow MUST be closed after deployment of the device. Advancing a hoseline into the fire apartment after a WCD is deployed,MAY increase steam and/or heat production. This is due to: WCD allowing members to move closer to the main body of fire. WCD preventing ANY ventilation of the fire area. Firefighters MUST have all PPE in place and use the full reach of the stream to maximize cooling of the area ahead of the advancing hose line.

Question 12

When the alternate strategy of a WCD has been successfully implemented, which actions should be taken, at a fireproof MD?

Answer 12

Approval to enter the public hallway MUST be given by the IC, Operations SectionChief or Fire Sector Supervisor.Only the Ladder Officer and ONE member of the forcible entry team shall enter the public hallway to locate and gain control of the fire apartment door.The other member of the interior team will remain at the attack stairwell door on the hallway side of the door to ensure the stairwell door remains closed.The Engine officer shall be responsible for control and coordination on the stairwell side of the door.Once the Ladder Officer gains control of the fire apartment door, have the Engine advance the charged hoseline to the fire apartment door. The Ladder member who remained at the stairwell door shall also advance to thefire apartment door.The LCO shall evaluate and communicate to the IC and/or Fire Sector Supervisor of the conditions found. The IC and/or Fire Sector Supervisor shall determine if additional alternate strategies are required orwhether to enter the fire apartment.Once the decision has been made by the IC and/or Fire Sector Supervisor to enter the fire apartment, the Engine Company must enter the apartment first followed by the Ladder Company.FFP MD add3 5.1.e

Question 13

Which positions are responsible for brining the KO Curtain to the designated position?

Answer 13

HRFPMD 1st and 3rd Roof to the apartment directly above the fire. MD 6.3.1.C.1, 6.3.3LOW Rise FPMD 2nd ARRIVING Ladder Company Officer and FE Team

Question 14

Who is responsible for additional WCD’s at FPMD fires?

Answer 14

Rescue and Squad, they carry the blanket.FFP MD 6.3.7Certain Battalions and Ladder Companies carry the Blanket. Do they have a curtain and a blanket?

Question 15

Which type of Loft Bldg may require the deployment of a WCD?

Answer 15

Cast Iron and Mill Loft Buildings Lofts 7.1.16

Question 16

At a HRFPMD, who will coordinate the WCD evolution?

Answer 16

2nd LCO must coordinate this evolution. He would notify IC of any needed assistance, progress, or lack of progress. MD 6.3.2.A.1XREF Evo 34, 5.7 When the receiving and deploying firefighters are in position and ready, notify the LCO that the KO Curtain is position and ready to be deployed.The 1st arriving ladder company officer on the fire floor will coordinate the deployment.

Question 17

If roof operations are not being covered by the 1st and 2nd to arrive ladder companies because of outside operations, WCD or LSR evolutions, then the IC may assign this responsibility to whom?

Answer 17

the 3rd to arrive ladder company. GENERALLY, they should be used to conduct searches of stairways andhallways when reports indicate SEVERE smoke above the fire sector. Theyshould be assigned specific stairs and floors and advised of the identity of the SAE Group Supervisor responsible for allsearches on the upper floors. MD 6.3.3

Question 18

If a WCD is being deployed or a LSR rescue is in progress who may be assigned to assist with such operation?

Answer 18

The 3rd arriving ladder,they may be assigned to the APARTMENT below the fire apartment to secure the WCD lower ropes.they may be assigned to the FLOOR below toreceive the rescued victim and member being lowered on the rope.

Question 19

As the IC who would you expect to hear reports on the effects of the WCD

Answer 19

2nd to arrive BC would relay to the IC any adverse conditions encountered onthe fire floor, reporting the need to implement alternate strategies (flanking, HRN, other exterior streams, WCD deployment). md Once the WCD is in place, The LCO shall evaluate and communicate to the IC and/or Fire Sector Supervisor of the conditions found. MD add3 5.1.eJust before the blanket is put in place, the IC must make a handi-talkie announcement toall units. All units must be instructed to report any adverse conditions caused by theblanket being put in place.Evo 33 4.4

Question 20

T?F The WCD may be possible from a floor above if that apartment itself has a balcony and the fire window is below this balcony.

Answer 20

False. Will not be possible.MD 6.7.2.D

Question 21

T?F The balcony floor outside the fire apartment may block the HRN streamdeployed from the window directly below.

Answer 21

True.MD 6.7.2.D

Question 22

The removal of the K.O. Curtain must beapproved by the

Answer 22

the Incident Commanderevo 34 5.14

Question 23

The request for removal of the KO Curtain willbe made by

Answer 23

the LCO inside the fire apartment, after first consulting with the Engine Company Officer in charge of the hoseline inside the apartment.The LCO shall use the Thermal Imaging Camera to confirm all fire has been extinguished.evo 34 5.14