Post-Fire Decontamination

Question 1

What is the objective of a gross fire decontamination?

Answer 1

To get rid of as much debris and products of combustion as quick as possible.

Question 2

What are the six considerations to take into setting up a Decon area?

Answer 2

1. Elevation
2. Wind
3. Space
4. Drainage
5. Safety
6. Supplies

Question 3

After exiting the hot zone, crews shall remain on air when possible and report directly to the designated decon area…

Answer 3

Those members with the lowest air supply should be decontaminated first and as as rule, personnel are to remain on air until gross decon is complete.