FOC 1 Deployment Flashcards
The function of command where we mobilize and begin to physically address an incident is known as what?
Deployment
Describe the units included in a dispatch package for a F3I response
One (1) Engine or Quint
Describe the units included in a dispatch package for a F3L response
Two (2) Engines
One (1) Truck
One (1) BC (closest)
* dispatch will notify jurisdictional BC by landline
Describe the units included in a dispatch package for a F3M, Single Family Residential response
• Five (5) Engines
• One (1) Truck
• Two (2) Rescues
• Two (2) closest BC’s (a third BC will be added if neither of the first 2 are jurisdictional)
• EMS 1
• AR1
(HR44 and/or CBRNE3 can be pulled as a closest-in 4 person crew in place of an engine)
Describe the units included in a dispatch package for a F3H, Commercial, Multi-Family, Low Rise response
- Six (6) Engines
- Two (2) Trucks
- Two (2) Rescues
- Two (2) closest BC’s (a 3rd BC will be assigned if neither of the first 2 are jurisdictional)
- One (1) EMS 1
- AR1
(HR44 and/or CBRNE3 can be pulled as a closest-in 4 person crew in place of an engine)
Describe the units included in a dispatch package for a F3S, Hi-Rise/Hotel/Hospital response
- Six (6) Engines
- Two (2) Trucks
- Three (3) Rescues
- Two (2) closest BC’s (a 3rd BC will be assigned if neither of the first 2 are jurisdictional)
- One (1) EMS 1
- AR1
(Dispatch will notify jurisdictional BC via landline)
Describe the units included in a 2nd Alarm Request for a F3M or F3H
- Three (3) Engines
- One (1) Truck
- One (1) Rescue
- One (1) BC
Describe the units included in a 2nd Alarm Request for a F3S
- Five (5) Engines
- Two (2) Trucks
- Three (3) Rescues
- HR
- Two (2) BC’s
- PIO
Describe the units included in a 3rd Alarm Request for a F3M/F3H/F3S
- Three (3) Engines
- One (1) Truck
- One (1) Rescue
Describe the units included on a Medical First Alarm dispatch
- Four (4) Engines
- One (1) Truck
- Two (2) Rescues
- Two (2) BC’s
- One (1) EMS Coordinator/Supervisor
- Two (2) Private Ambulances
Describe the unit(s) dispatched on a Hazmat F11I
- One (1) Engine
Describe the unit(s) dispatched on a Hazmat F11L
- One (1) Engine
- One (1) Rescue
Describe the unit(s) dispatched on a Hazmat F11H
- Two (2) Engines
- One (1) Truck
- One (1) Rescue
- Two (2) BC’s
- One (1) EMS Supervisor/Coordinator
- Hazmat Team
Describe the unit(s) dispatched on a Trail Based Response
- Closest Engine
- Closest Rescue
- Closest HR
- Notify closest BC, PIO, and Special Ops Chief
A building fire in a single family dwelling is what dispatch code?
F3M
A building fire in any of either a commercial, multi-family or low rise occupancy is what dispatch code?
F3H
A building fir in any of either a hi-rise, hotel or hospital is what dispatch code?
F3S
Each incident requiring a multi-unit response of _____________ or more units including a BC will be assigned a tactical radio channel upon dispatch.
Three
True/False
The IC shall be responsible for the operation of all tactical radio channels, if there are multiple, while an active hazard zone exists?
False
He should only be responsible for one (1) tactical radio channel
If a unit witnesses or sees something that needs an emergency response, the officer or member initiating the incident should contact dispatch and give them what four (4) items of information?
- Nature of the incident
- Exact location of the incident
- Request required resources to control the incident
- Request a tactical radio channel (if a multi-unit response required)
What is the correct procedure for a unit to be added to an already dispatched incident should they become available and closer than already assigned units
The unit should contact the responding BC on the incident’s assigned channel. The BC should then cancel the farthest responding unit.
True/False
Command shall be formally declared on all incidents requiring a multi-unit response of three (3) or more units
True
Define “Working Fire”
A situation that may require the commitment of all responding companies
At what interval should Elapsed Time Notifications be given?
Every 10 minutes after the first unit arrival
What 4 units are able to respond directly to an incident scene and bypass level 1 staging?
The first Engine, Truck, Rescue and BC
What are the 6 tactical priorities when operating in an offensive strategy and their corresponding completion benchmarks?
- Fire Control (Fire knockdown and all 7 sides verified for any fire extension) = “Under Control”
- Primary Search = Primary “all clear”
- Ventilation = “Ventilation in place”
- Secondary Search = Secondary “all clear”
- Loss Control = “Loss Stopped”
- ** Firefighter Decon**
What are the tactical priorities when operating in a defensive strategy and their corresponding completion benchmarks?
- Define the Hazard Zone
- Establish Cut-offs/Boundaries = Knockdown and no extension on 7 sides
- Search exposures = Primary and Secondary “all clears”
- Protect exposures = “Under Control” - Loss stopped
When assigning units into operating positions/functions, the IC may use either of what 2 assignment models?
- Specific Orders
- Tactical Standard-based Orders
What does the mnemonic T.L.O stand for?
- Tasks
- Location
- Objective
Tracking the position and function (operational control) of all incident scene personnel and resources, particularly those assigned and operating in the hazard zone defines what term?
Accountability
A captain maintaining accountability of his unit is considered what level of accountability?
Task level
A Division/Group Supervisor maintaining accountability of multiple units assigned to him is considered what level of accountability?
Tactical level
Under what condition should an IC assign a Division/Group Supervisor?
Whenever two/three or more companies are assigned to the same attack position
True/False
Division/Group Supervisors should remain outside the IDLH
True
How does assigning a Division/Group Supervisor positively effect communications?
Division/Group Supervisors should primarily use face-to-face communications to manage there position thus reducing radio traffic
True/False
Division/Group Supervisors should report routine status changes for task-level units to command
False
What does the mnemonic PAR stand for?
Personnel Accountability Report
What does ”Round-Trip Ticket” mean?
It describes a company’s ability to make entry, operate and then leave with an adequate air supply
What are the components of ”Three (3) Deep Deployment”?
- Assigned unit
- On-Deck unit
- Staged unit
What are the 3 working levels on an incident?
- Task
- Tactical
- Strategic
A report of what percentage of air reserve should trigger a crew relief/rotation?
1/2 or 50%
The 4500psi SCBA cylinder lasts an average work time of how long?
21 minutes
What will the LED lights on an airpack look like if a crew member is at 50% air?
They will alternate flashing yellow and red
True/False
A crew’s max depth into a hazard zone should be limited to 150/200 feet
False
150/175 feet
Define ”On-Deck”
A forward staging position located outside the hazard zone, safely distanced (out of smoke) from the entrance of a tactical position.
Who may assign “On-Deck” units?
The IC or Division/Group Supervisor
“On-Deck” crews may be utilized in what 4 ways?
- Provide rapid intervention
- Relieve existing crews
- Reinforce a current position
- Cover a new position
Define ”Recycle”
A timely and efficient means of air replacement and re-hydration of companies while maintaining their Division/Group assignment.
How many air cylinders may a company go through in a work cycle?
Up to 2 (they then need formal rehab before beginning another work cycle)
What are the 3 components of the 3-deep deployment model?
- Assigned
- On-Deck
- Staged
In what zone do “On-deck” companies stage.
Warm zone
True/False
The Rehab supervisor will report PAR’s to command or logistics on all companies checking in and out of Rehab.
True
Which position is called a “working boss”?
Company office
Which position may be referred to as a “walking boss”?
Division/Group Supervisor
Which position may be referred to as a “sitting boss”?
The Incident Commander
