TB 164 - Optional Transitional Attack With Handlines Flashcards
The LAFD definition of a Transitional Attack is the coordinated application of water with a _________ _________ from the exterior of a structure that provides a brief “break of the fire __________” by cooling the environment prior to transitioning into an offensive attack.
Straight Stream
Triangle
In keeping with clear text and common department terminology, the LAFD shall refer to this tactic as a __________ ________ .
Transitional Attack
ALWAYS ____________ AND COORDINATE your tactical intent on the tactical radio channel to all companies prior to employing this tactic.
COMMUNICATE
LAFD personnel SHALL NOT be _______ the structure at time of application.
Inside
ONLY apply water into windows or doors that have “_______ showing” or _______ smoke indicative of imminent flashover.
Fire
Volatile
ONLY use a _________ STREAM to apply water into an opening.
STRAIGHT
Do not use a __________ motion while flowing the straight stream into the opening.
Swirling
The following critical tactical considerations must be identified and assessed prior to executing a Transitional Attack:
Officers should attempt to gain as much situational awareness as possible prior to
initiating this tactic (i.e., “360 degree size-up”).
ALWAYS COMMUNICATE AND COORDINATE your tactical intent on the tactical
radio channel to all companies prior to employing this tactic.
LAFD personnel SHALL NOT be inside the structure at time of application.
ONLY apply water into windows or doors that have “fire showing” or volatile smoke
indicative of imminent flashover.
DO NOT employ if window pane is still intact.
Transitional Attack streams SHALL only flow water until a change in conditions are
seen (i.e. bulk of fire is knocked down).
This is NOT a tactic to be employed haphazardly; critical on-scene observations must
be thoroughly assessed and considered.
