Deck 78

Question 1

TRUE/FALSE?The use of a LCS can only be ordered by the Incident Commander (IC). This includes the first arriving engine using its “Deck Pipe” for a quick fire knock down or exposure protection.

Answer 1

TRUE11.2.1

Question 2

True/False?If LCS use is ordered, all operating forces within the building must be notified and time permitted for their safe withdrawal to unexposed positions. Confirmation of their safe withdrawal should be verified by handie-talkie communication only with the IC.

Answer 2

False..If LCS use is ordered, all operating forces within the building must be notified and time permitted for their safe withdrawal to unexposed positions. Confirmation of their safe withdrawal should be verified by handie-talkie OR face to face communication with the IC.NOTE: As an additional safety measure, the LCS should be quickly swept through the building without stopping at any window or other opening to serve as a warning to any members left in the area of operation.11.2.2 GS

Question 3

Ture/False?At well involved frame buildings, vacants, and taxpayers, tower ladder operations can be anticipated and engine apparatus should position with this in mind. Use of the “deckpipe” should not interfere with proper tower ladder positioning for effective use of elevated LCS.

Answer 3

True11.3.1

Question 4

When arriving at any of the above fire situations and a hydrant is not in proximity to the fire building, a 2 1/2-inch line should be “dropped” (in addition to a handline) to best assure rapid employment of tower ladder LCS. (The same consideration may be made for a ladder pipe if no tower ladder is assigned to or available for the box.)

Answer 4

False3 1/2 in line dropped11.3.2note:11.3.4 Whenever possible, an engine company supplying LCS should be dedicated to that task and not engaged in supplying handlines.11.3.5 An engine company supplying a LCS during in-line pumping must be augmented as soon as possible.