RST chapter 2 Flashcards
plot plan
architectural drawing showing the overall project layout of building areas, driveways , fences,fire hydrants and landscape features
common survey form
*occupancy info
*access
*water supply to include estimated fire flow
*location of utility shut offs
*hazards
*roof construction and ventilation system and tactical challenges
multi story or large building survey form
*building system controls ( fire alarms,elevator, and smoke control)
*number of stories
*occupant egress plan
*FDC and standpipe location
interior survey pattern
is a matter of personal preference, most people prefer to start on the top floor
automatic aid
is a formal ,written agreement between jursidictions that share a common bond
mutual aid
a recriprocal agreement between two or more fire emergency services
structure composed of basic building materials
- structural frame
- load bearing walls
- nonloading bearing walls
- floor construction
- roof construction
type l construction
composed of noncombustible materials that posses a high fire resistance rating
type ll construction
composed of materials that will not contribute to fire development or spread
type lll construction
exterior walls be noncombustible matrials, typically masonry ( older churches , schools, apartment buildings)
type lV construction
heavy timber construction (large dimension timder greater than 4 inches)
type V construction
woodframe (home)
collapse zone
height of the structure multiplied by a factor of 1 1/2
(ie. height of building is 30 feet….collapse zone 45 feet)
unprotected steel will expand and twist
when exposed to temperatures above 1000 degrees
common piched roof types
gable
hip
gambrel
mansard
butterfly
monitor
sawtooth
shed
arched
flat
