sog 3 parking structure

Question 1

what are the safety considerations for parking structures

Answer 1

firefighter safety, life safety, structural stability, securing utilities

Question 2

what accountability level is the minimum for parking structures

Answer 2

level 2

Question 3

apparatus placement for parking structures

Answer 3

placement will be dependent on fire locations and building access

Question 4

what are the forcible entry issues that present unique obstacles

Answer 4

locked roll down gates, stairwell doors, or drop arms

Question 5

what are the ventilation issues with parking structure

Answer 5

low ceilings may cause a bank down effect with the smoke

Question 6

what is paramount and should be identified early in a parking structure incident

Answer 6

fdc and hydrant locations

Question 7

what are some of the issues associated with parking structures

Answer 7

lack of visibility, moving vehicles, traffic control, low ceilings, limited entry/egress., auto extension, fuel runoff, exposures, structural stability

Question 8

what type of attack is to be considered in parking structures

Answer 8

use of fixed or improvised standpipes systems, extended hose lays and the use of foam may be required

Question 9

what should be done with stairwells and elevators during parking structure fires

Answer 9

ensure an evacuation stairwell, evacuate the entire building, clear the elevators and stairwells of occupants.