Ladder Ops

Question 1

Ladder placement

Answer 1

Please ladder where it will not be moved if operation shifts from offensive to defensive

Question 2

Metal roof

Answer 2

Lightweight metal roof panels over conventional or lightweight construction. Slippery when wet

Question 3

Metal clad buildings

Answer 3

Should not be vertically vented they will fail early in the fire

Question 4

Foam roofs

Answer 4

Usually sprayed over plywood/OSB. Can create ponding of water adding to roof weight

Question 5

Textrum

Answer 5

4 x 8 panels comprised of compressed cooler pad type material

Question 6

Extrication

Answer 6

Activities required to remove patients from a vehicle that has been damaged to the extent that normal egress is unavailable

Question 7

Extrication tools

Answer 7

Albatross, haligan, sledge, hacksaw, air chisel,

Question 8

Tree rescue

Answer 8

Rescue area radius of 50 feet around tree

Question 9

Pre-fire planning

Answer 9

Allows fire crews to View the building at the most advantageous time, when is not on fire. Allows cruise to devise a strategy for future fires