Responding Flashcards
The first due engine will generally do the following things.
Proceed ahead of the truck or rescue squad if house together
Lay the primary supply line
Deliver the on scene report
Preform the 360 lap
Communicate results of the 360 lap and make a command statement
Force entry
Advanced the initial attack hoseline and extinguish the fire
Preform search and coordinated ventilation if needed while advancing the hoseline
While responding it is imperative that all members monitor what two things?
The tactical channel as well as the mobile communications terminal
The second due engine will do the following
I’m sure the primary water supply is established
Assume command of the incident
Ensure successful deployment and advancement of the initial line
Deploy a second hoseline
The third due engine will do the following
Position on the opposite side of the involved structure from the first due engine company
Lay the secondary supply line
Performed a visual inspection of side Charlie and report findings
to command
Deploy a third hoseline
The fourth due engine will do the following
Inshore the secondary water supply is established
Assume the role of the rapid intervention team
Take proactive measures to increase the safety of members operating inside the IDLH While maintaining readiness if a RIT activation occurs
What should personnel bring and where during a fire alarm emergency question
All PPE
SCBA
Hand light and tools
During a fire alarm if the building is equipped with a standpipe what should personnel bring while investigating?
Hi rise packs
During an alarm if present personnel should obtain what prior to entering the structure?
Knox box keys
On a fire alarm the truck or rescue company personnel should expect to arrive and travel where?
To the reported floor or area of alarm
If they engine company arrives alone consideration shall be given to leave what at the apparatus?
One firefighter
