Developing an incident action plan

Question 1

What is the first step in developing an incident action plan? (IAP)

Answer 1

The first step is to decide the strategy mode,offensive or defensive based on a risk-vs-benefit analysis 

Question 2

What does an IAP provide?

Answer 2

An IAP provides the central focus for operations

Question 3

What must the IC apply in making the offensive versus defensive decision?

Answer 3

The IC must apply sound risk management principles to ensure fire fighter safety 

Question 4

T or F
The three tactical objectives are mutually exclusive, and must be performed in order of priority, life, safety, extinguishment , and property conservation

Answer 4

False

Question 5

T/F
The three tactical objectives are interrelated; extinguishment is usually an important tactic in accomplishing the life safety objective. When resources are sufficient, all three objectives can be accomplished simultaneously. 

Answer 5

True

Question 6

Many factors affect fire dynamics, and the progression to flashover, what is the major factor

Answer 6

ventilation is a major factor

Question 7

UL conducted tests comparing time to flashover in living rooms containing modern furniture versus legacy furniture 
What are the flashover times for both?

Answer 7

Modern furnishings flashed in
3 minutes 40 seconds

Legacy furnishings flashed in
29 minutes 30 seconds

Question 8

The entire operation is governed by the_______________ decision

Answer 8

Offensive/defensive decision

Question 9

Whenever it is safe to do so, what type of strategy is preferred?

Answer 9

Offensive strategy