Known Flashcards
According to sogs, describe offensive and defensive ff strategies.
Offensive- operating in close proximity to the hazards . Defensive- operating away from the hazards.
At a high rise structure fire, what are the actions of the first arriving station commander?
-station commander becomes sector commander for the fire floor. - establishes a forward control point . - commences operations from the floor below the fire floor.
Frnsw uses positive pressure supplied air respirators to provide the highest level of protection. Name and describe them.
-scba- self contained breathing apparatus . - Edba- extended duration breathing apparatus . An scba set in twin cylinder configuration to allow ff to work almost twice the time as scba. - airline respirator- an extension facemask with an airline supplied from a source of compressed air.eg air trolley, scba.
3 ways decontamination can be implemented.
- standard decontamination -emergency decontamination. - mass decontamination
Provide 3 examples of acm dust suppression tactics.
- lightly dampen down acm with fog spray. - wrap or cover with salvage plastic sheeting. - apply a bonding agent such as coloured glue mix to acm. - minimise disturbance , restrict salvage and overhaul .
Why does frnsw conduct hydrant inspections?
- ensure that hydrants work when needed. - notify water authorities of problems with hydrants - familiarise crews with hydrants in their area.
Frnsw has shared values with the government sector . Name all the shared values.
- respect, - integrity, - service, - courage, - trust and accountability .
At larger structures and complexes it may not be appropriate to turn off power to the entire structure. List 3 of these structures or complexes.
- industrial complexes. - high rise buildings. - health care facilities.
List the requirements regarding qualifications for a full or part change of shift.
Replacement ff must have similar qualifications required to meet the needs of the position being filled on the particular shift. Eg rescue, hazmat.
3 conditions occur in both flash fires and dust explosions. Which conditions do not occur in both?
The explosive chemical reaction must occur in a confined space .
According to fftm hydrants have what type of deliveries?
- double delivery. - elbow delivery. - standpipe delivery.
What actions would most assist in formally assuming command at a house fire?
- confirm via initial radio report to firecom that an ic is in place. - name command. - select an appropriate command position . Ie fast or stationary.
Describe the term all clear.
Search and rescue have been completed and the ic is satisfied that all occupants have been accounted for.
