O.G. 5.23 attachment 1 coordinated horizontal ventilation Flashcards

1
Q

What are the three radio communications that need to be made by the first due engine or the first company stretching an interior attack line?

A
  1. FA making entry
  2. Location of the fire
  3. take the glass
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2
Q

Temperature or color change from one window to another may indicate?

A

the location of the fire

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3
Q

What does a hose line “jumping indicate”

A

water is being applied to the fire. The hose jumps as the bail is opened and closed.

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4
Q

Door control will give interior crews what?

A

the maximum amount of working time before flashover.

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5
Q

Position where when taking glass from the ground.

A

to the side using the wall for protection. hold tool at an angel

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6
Q

When taking glass from upper floors, which pane should be taken first.

A

The upper pane. preventing glass from sliding down tool.

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7
Q

Wind speed and direction are _______ __________ _________________

A

critical factors with any type of ventilation but especially important when using horizontal.

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8
Q

A wind of ____ mph can create a wind driven fire scenario.

A

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9
Q

If wind driven fire, consider ____________________

A

whether the attack can be made from the windward side or if vertical ventilation is a better option.

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10
Q

Attic fires or fires in the knee walls need to be ventilated

A

Vertically

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11
Q

If the fire location is unknown, ________________

A

Do not break glass

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