Standard Company Operations - Aircraft Operations Flashcards
How far above a roof line should a ladder extend?
2’-3’
Definition of Hazard Zone
Any area that requires an SCBA, charged hoseline, special protective clothing, or in which firefighting personnel are at risk of becoming lost, trapped or injured by the environment or structure.
Definition of Warm Zone
Just outside of the Hazard Zone where the firefighters start their operations on the fireground.
Definition of Cold Zone
Outside of the Warm Zone where no one is at risk because of the incident.
How far will a 100’ length of unprotected steel expand when heated to 1100 Fahrenheit?
9”
Three basic information factors
-Visual -Reconnaissance -Preplanning/familiarity
4 attributes of Smoke
-Volume -Velocity -Density -Color
Structured Risk Management Plan
-We may risk a lot to protect savable lives. -We may risk a little to protect savable property| -We will risk nothing to save what is already lost.
Seven Sides of a Fire
Front, rear, both sides, top, bottom, interior.
Basic Variables Relating to Attack Operations
-Location/Position of Attack -Size of Attack -Support functions
Only reason to operate in a marginal situation
-Rescue
GPM master stream guideline for tactical purposes
750 GPM
Basic Tactical Priorities
Rescue, Fire Control, Loss Control
Benchmarks
-Rescue: “All Clear” -Fire Control: “Under Control” -Loss Control: “Loss Stopped”
How far away from buildings should apparatus generally be placed?
30’
On approach, pumpers should try and view how many sides of the structure?
Three
Standard for Fire Service Respiratory Protection Training recognizes air consumed after notification of the low air alarm as reserve air and states the following:
-NFPA 1404 -The individual shall exit from an IDLH atmosphere before consumption of reserve air begins. -The individual shall recognize that the low air alarm notification indicates that the member is consuming reserve air. -Command Officers will order crews out of the structure/IDLH atmosphere when evident that crew members are utilizing reserve air supply
Active Fire Area is defined as:
The inner perimeter of the fire ground.
Minimum space of active fire area
50’ radius of structure or fire area.
CO audible alarm
35ppm
OSHA IDLH for CO
1,200 ppm
OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit for CO (PEL)
35ppm
Level I staging goes into effect automatically for all incidents involving how many responding companies?
Three or more
Who responds directly to the scene for Level I fires and hazmat incidents?
First arriving Engine, Ladder, Rescue, & Battalion Commander
During major incidents where a Logistics Section is implemented, staging falls under the direction of who?
The Logistics Officer
To whom does the Staging Division Supervisor report to?
The Operations Chief
When do heat stress guidelines go into effect?
Whener ambient temperatures exceed 95 F
What is the maximum time for cardio activity during heat stress guidelines?
30 minutes
Minimum amount of water to be consumed during a 24 hour shift
64 ounces (two quarts)
Who is assigned as rehab group on all incidents involving large life loss or extended rescue operations?
New Mexico State Critical Stress Team
Rehab Sections:
A
B
C
D
A: Entry point. Any member with pulse > 120bpm reports directly to section C
B: Hydration and Replenishment
C: Medical Treatment and Transport. After 20 min pulse > 100, Temp > 101, systolic pressure < 100 will need IV fluids and transport to medical facility
D: Medical Reassignment
Incident Rehabiliation Unit Designations
Truck: IR-1
Trailer: IR-2
Three types of violent incidents
- Known/potentially violent secured by APD
- Known/potentially violent not secured by APD
- Unclassified scene
What codes bring APD or BCSO without explanation needed?
Emergency Traffic and/or 34 is needed ASAP
What phrase is given to the Alarm Room to confirm that members of the crew are ok?
“ALL SAFE”
How far away should the vehicle be spotted from a residence on a violent scene secured by APD?
100’
Tier One Response Staging Distances
If withone 1 mile of station, stage in house, if not stage 1/2 mile from scene until secured by APD
Tier Two Definition
- Act of violence towards firefighters
- Remainder of work shift has police escort
- No Code 3 Reponses
- Resources reassigned to Level II staging area
- Adjacent stations go into “lockdown” mode
Tier Three Event
Initiated when civil disturbances occur over a large area.
Who is notified if a situation dicates that a Tier Three response is in order?
- AFD Fire Chief
- City of Albuquerque Emergency Manager
- Police Liaison Officer
- AFD PIO
- APD Communications
Tier Three Parameters
- Perimiter encompasses one or more square miles
- Command post established well outside perimiter
Who should be notified in aircraft emergencies?
NTSB (National Transportation Safety Board)
How far should you keep away from engine intakes? On larger aircraft?
- 30’ on most aircraft
- Up to 200’ for large aircraft
What angle is used for aircraft fire attack?
45 degrees
How fast can fire burn through a fuselage?
60 seconds
What kills most victims in survivable aircraft crashes?
Smoke inhalation
How far should you keep from propellers?
10’
Cutting considerations for aircraft fuselage
- Wing can be used as a platform from which to work
- Best place to cut is around windows, doors, and roof area
- Hurst tools and pry bars do not work well on aircraft metals
- If saws are used water or foam will need to be applied to prevent arcing
