Section 5 - SOG - 3.24 Structure Fire Flashcards
According to SOG 3-24, Structure fire,
What are the Components of an initial report (7)
- That the apparatus is “on the scene”
- The location of the response
- Type of structure – residential, institutional, commercial or industrial
- Size of structure – height/floors, etc.
- Building Construction, masonry, wood, etc.
- A brief report of initial fire/smoke conditions
- That the Captain is establishing command
According to SOG 3-24, Structure fire,
All incidents of fire occurrences are governed by three basic tactical priorities that must be completed in order
- Life Safety
- Stabilize the Scene
- Prevention of further loss and preservation of property
Benchmarks for completion are; all clear, under control and Lost stoped
According to SOG 3-24, Structure fire,
What are the benchmarks for the completion of the the three basic tactical priorities
- All clear
- Under control
- Lost Stoped
According to SOG 3-24, Structure fire,
When should size-up begin
During response
According to SOG 3-24, Structure fire,
The first arriving apparatus on scene shall: (5)
- Provide an initial report of the scene to fire control and incoming apparatus
- Perform an initial size-up and gather information
- Begin to develop the incident action plan
- Assign duties to apparatus personnel
- Relay any other pertinent information to fire Control and incoming appatatus
According to SOG 3-24, Structure fire,
The designation of “Command” shall be a name unique to on of the following: (3)
- Street name
- Business name
- Apparatus designation
According to SOG 3-24, Structure fire,
When should a 360 of the building be conducted?
As soon as reasonably possible
According to SOG 3-24, Structure fire,
Why is a 360 of building conducted? (4)
- Better formulate an incident action plan
- Located hazards
- Attempt to assess floors above and below the fire
- Attempt to determine if the fire involves the structure
According to SOG 3-24, Structure fire,
Gather information from home owners, bystanders, employees, etc. Applicable questions may include: (8)
- Is everyone out of the structure? if not:
- i) how many are still inside?
- ii) How old are they? (children,adults, seniors)
- iii) where do you think they are?
- iv) where were they last seen?
- b) Where is the fire?
- c) What is burning?
- d) How do you get there?
According to SOG 3-24, Structure fire,
The size-up and information collected shall be used to develop an incident action plan. this plan shall; (3)
Reflect the tactical priorities of the fire ground bearing in mind an appropriate hazard risk assessment and/or risk vs reward evaluation.
The plan must be easily communicated with clear objectives.
It must be understood that the plan also must allow for some flexibility and that the plan must be constantly evaluated and updated.
According to SOG 3-24, Structure fire,
Pertinent information shall be relayed to fire control and incoming apparatus and may include: (8)
- Operating mode of initial personnel, i.e. offensive or defensive
- Status of the occupants
- Location of the fire
- Designation of the Alpha side
- Request for additional resources
- Downgrading apparatus
- Establishment of hot, warm and cold zones
- Other information as required
According to SOG 3-24, Structure fire,
What are the first alarm responsibilities: (17)
- Initial report
- Size-up and information gathering
- Develop an incident action plan
- Assign sectors as required
- relay pertinent information
- Protect on-scene personnel and civilians by isolating and evacuating the scene as required - consideration may be given to protection in place
- Provide exposure protection
- Initiate fire attack
- Initiate primary search and rescue
- Establish a tactical plan for ventilation
- Establish a water supply
- Establish an incident Safety officer
- Establish Entry Control
- Set up RIT at required level
- Review any preplan of the structure where available
- Relay the arrival of other services
- Any other duty or assignment as directed by the incident commander
According to SOG 3-24, Structure fire,
All interior teams should be equipped with;(4)
- Portable radio(s)
- A thermal imaging camera
- Hand light(s)
- Man power consideration for Forcible Entry Tools
According to SOG 3-24, Structure fire,
Personnel should not do this for long durations
Stay in heavy smoke (zero visibility)
According to SOG 3-24, Structure fire,
Under heavy smoke conditions personnel should maintain this
Constant contact with a lifeline
