Quizlet Questions Flashcards
What determines the agencies in the EOC
The nature of the incident and the resource requirements
What is the targeted goal for change in the EOC
30 minutes
What is tuberculation
Reduction of the inside diameter of a pipe caused by deposits of chemical or growth of organisms on the inside of iron pipe
How many firefighters might it take to rescue 1 down firefighter
Up to 12
What is the best tactic for fire extinguishment on a strip mall
If not patrons, initial attack from the front
If civilians are inside or trapped, initial attack through the rear of the building
Define reflex and lag time
Time between receiving an order and accomplishing it
Interior and exterior exposures count as ____ if actual required water flow
25%
25% of the required water flow should be added as exposure protection for each exposed floors above the fire floor to a maximum of ____ interior exposures
5
Critical factor causing breakdowns in getting tasks done is
Poor communication
Size up must be performed by
Primary responsibility of the IC
But performed by all
_____ is the most critical part of any successful operation
Communication
The temperature of flashover is estimated between ____ and ____degrees F
Ceiling temperatures can easily exceed
900 to 1100
1300
During fully developed stage temperatures can exceed ______ degrees F
2000
Once oxygen levels gets below _____ %, the fire begins its initial decay stage
16%
- Aim high, look as far down the road as possible
- Don’t tailgate, get the big picture
- Keep your eyes moving, scan
- Leave yourself an out, alternatives for when things may go wrong
- Make sure they see you and hear you
Drive training in America, UPS 1917
