IFSTA: 6th Edition (2 Questions)

Question 1

Chapter 1, states Fire Department Officers includes a definition of a Company Officer as;

Answer 1

Company Officers who supervise a fire company in the station and at fires and other emergencies.They may also supervise a group of fire companies in their response area.

Question 2

Chapter 12, states that ladder placement is normally the responsibility of the Officer and that factors affecting the placement ground ladders should meet two objectives:

Answer 2

Positioning the ladder properly for its intended use and placing the butt the proper distance from the building for safe and easy climbing.