Methods Of Entry Flashcards
1
Q
What actions should be taken when breaking glass?
A
- Use flat part of axe or other appropriate tool.
- Give a sharp but not hard blow to top corner area of the pane of glass.
- Drive glass into room and not onto those working below.
- Keep hand higher than the head of the axe to prevent pieces of glass slipping along the handle causing cuts.
- Take all glass out of frame.
2
Q
When cutting a chain with padlock, where should the chain link be cut?
A
A chain link near the padlock to allow the padlock and chain to be re-used.
3
Q
List some of the forcible entry tools used by FRV firefighters.
A
- Combination axe
- Bolt cutters
- Angle grinders
- Bars (Crow/Pinch)
- Rabbit tool
- Halligan tool
- Saws
- Special keys
