High Rise Procedure Flashcards
Additional difficulties that can be encountered when dealing with fires in high rise buildings:
(5)
Metabolic heat stress
Delays in firefighting and rescue operations
Communication difficulties
Fixed installations
Antisocial behaviour
The basic facilities provided within 50m buildings will include:
(3)
Firefighting shafts
Dry or wet rising mains
A fire lift
Where should a bridgehead be established?
Should be established at least 2 floors below the fire
What are the following items of equipment that should be taken to the bridgehead?
(10)
45mm hose, sufficient to reach affected area
2 branches
1 BA entry control board
2 BA sets
IEC bag
Long line
Breaking-in gear
Thermal imaging camera
Access keys/codes
Floor plans if available
What are the three sectors of a high rise?
Lobby sector
Fire sector
Search sector
