Test Prep Flashcards
clear line or demarcation is present between structures (housing tracks, homes near wildland vegetation is what wildland structure environment?
Interface
No clear line or demarcation present where wildland fuels are continuous outside and within a developed area is what wildland structure environment?
Intermix
What are the two wildland structure environment classifications
Interface and Intermix
what is the number one priority in every fire management activity?
Firefighter and public safety
what are some key words to remember with structure Defense size-up?
the location of the structure, wind, SLOPE, topography, slope, mid-slope
what are the Structure Triage Categories?
Not-Threatened
Threatened Defensible
Threatened Non-Defensible
Safety Zone and TRA are PRESENT , lack Denfensible space or challenges needing to implement structure DEFENSE during Fire front contact
Threatened Defensible
Safety Zone and TRA are PRESENT, space make it UNLIKELY the structure will IGNITE during fire front
Not-Threatened
EITHER no Safety Zone or TRA PRESENT “AND/OR” CHALLENGES DO NOT allow for Firefighters to safely commit and stay to protect during the fire front
Threatened Non-Defensible
what are the 2 “DO NOTS” in regards to PPE with Structure Defense
DO NOT- Enter the structure if not trained equipped and authorized
DO NOT- Base you decision to stay because of the use of SCBAs
what is the minimum amount of water to keep in your tank?
at least 100 gallons
Class A foam/gel use guidelines?
-apply to base of flame
-(roof and siding) 10-15 minutes before fire arrives
-foam vegetation immediately surrounding the structure
for roof access of structure
place the owners ladder Is perferred away from the weather head (power drop)
where to place combustible outdoor furniture?
inside the structure
firewood
scatter
garden hoses?
charged and placed strategically around structure
the IC or Operations should establish the “strategy” which relects the?
“general” plan that is broad in scope (realistic approach for meeting the objective)
The Strategy must take into consideration (2)?
-the number and types of resources necessary
-reflex time it will take to have them in position
after strategy in place , TACTICS are…
specific ACTIONS firefighters take to accomplish the incident objectives
Tactics choices come in the form of direction from who?
IC or Operations Section Chief
or by the UNIT or Resource Supervisor
what serves as the basis of determining if a “tactical action” will be effective and safe?
An accurate fire behavior forecast
what is a Tactical Maneuver?
implies movement or purposeful reaction to change
“builds AGLITY”!!! into a tactical PLAN to remain effective
T/F Tactical Maneuvers can be offensive or defensive?
True
what are the 7 Structure Defense Tactical Actions
Check and Go
Prep and Go
Prep and Defend
Fire Front Following
Bump and Run
Anchor and Hold
Tactical Patrol
Check and Go is an example of which Structure triage Category?
Threatened Non-Defensible
Prep and Go is an example of which Structure triage Category?
Threatened Non-Defensible
Prep and Defend is an example of which Structure triage Category?
Threatened Defensible
What is the main Goals of Fire Front Following?
search for victims, perimeter control, put out spot fires, control and reduce ember production
Perimeter control and structure defense Preparation are secondary considerations with this tactic during fast moving incidents
Bump and Run
which tactic is reffered to as taking a stand to stop the progression of the fire?
Anchor and Hold
What tactic should you use once the fire front has passed and flames have subsided while there is still threat to structures?
Tactical Patrol
step 1 in the Risk Management process?
Situation Awareness (who, what,where,when,how)
step 2 in the Risk Management process?
Hazard Assessment (figure out the bad)
step 3 in the Risk management process?
Hazard Control (control the bad with (safeties, checklists)
step 4 in the Risk Management process?
Decision Point (decided with your “Yes or No” ultimatums)
step 5 in the Risk Management process?
Evaluate (reflect on all the other factors that can influence or magnify the risk)
what are the 5 steps in the Risk Management Process?
Situational Awareness
Hazard Assessment
Hazard Control
Decision Point
Evaluate
Structure defense firefighting in the WUI is inherently dangerous because it primarily is associated with?
in-direct firefighting
what are the two offensive plans in the Tactical Engagement Process
Primary
Alternate
what are the two defensive plans in the Tactical Engagement Process
Contingency
Emergency
What are the 5 Levels of Engagement in firefighting?
DRAW D
Defend protect
Reinforce get back up
Advance anchor and flank
Withdraw abandon, or retreat
Delay tactical pause
be cautious of grades greater than what %
15%
What is Adequate clearance around structures
Minimum 100 feet
When should you park under power lines?
Never
General guidelines; how many engines per structure
one
one additional engine for every____ structures
four
for structures that are close together (50ft or less) ___ engine may be adequate for two structures
one
If vehicle is energized and on FIRE how do you get out
Jump Clear, keep feet together and don’t hang on
Maintain a ___ FT distance from transmission lines
35 ft
spots and low ground fires can be fought with hose lines as long as they are not within ____ ft of the power lines.
100ft
if safe you can extinguish wood poles if on fire only near their _____ to prevent downed wire hazards later
Base
Structure Assessment checklist (8)
Address/Property Name
Road Access
Structure/Building
Clearances/Exposures/Defensible Space
Hazardous Materials
Water Sources
Evacuation
Estimated Resources for Protection
