Fire Manual 4 Flashcards
1
Q
SA - What should you take into account for an external examination?
A
- Nearby alleyways
- Yards/detached buildings
- Periphery of structure
- Distance debris is scattered
2
Q
SA - What may the surrounding area reveal?
A
- Accelerant containers
- Missing contents from detached buildings
- Property rundown
- Business appears to be struggling
3
Q
SA - What May the damaged structure itself reveal?
A
- Jemmy marks/signs of forced entry
- Window glass broken
- Burn patterns above doors/windows or v shapes on external cladding
4
Q
SA - What are some things you should take note of during a prelim internal exam?
A
- Low stock levels
- Signs of hardship
- Missing family photos, personal items
- Lack of clothing
- Open filing cabinets
- Accelerant containers
- Unusual odours
- Burn patterns
5
Q
MC - Following the prelim exams, what will you accompany the SFI for?
A
A detailed internal examination.
6
Q
SA - At the conclusion of the detailed internal exam, the SFI will be able to determine?
A
- Area of origin
- Point of origin
- Seat of the fire
7
Q
SA - When looking for evidence of accelerants, look for?
A
- Containers
- Traces in debris
- Smell
- Uneven burning
- Multiple seats of fire
8
Q
SA - When looking for evidence of intentional interference, look for?
A
- Tampering with alarm/sprinkler
- Hindering access
- Misdirecting fire fighters
- Foreign material
- Signs heater left on
- Unusual burn patterns
9
Q
SA - What are three steps used for exhibiting?
A
- Photograph in situ, label and preserve in containers.
- Use arson kit
- Take control samples for:
- Charred debris from seat of fire
- Accelerants found nearby
- Soil from surrounding area
10
Q
MC - What is best practice for securing body parts?
A
Bubble wrap them and package in a clearly marked and protected box.
