Tools 3 fire window blanket

Question 1

T/F: Testing has shown an immediate 50% decrease in temps. & significant flame reduction when the fire window blanket is deployed, but there will be an increase in the smoke condition produced by the fire?

Answer 1

TRUE

2.1

Question 2

How many windows can the blanket cover?
A. 4
B. Large enough for 3
C. Large enough for 2
D. 1

Answer 2

C.large enough to cover at least 2 if necessary.

3.2

Question 3

Lt. Wilcken has hit the jackpot & is in charge of deploying the blanket. What are his duties?

Answer 3

He shall assign a spotter & assign members to the floor below to secure the blanket. If he needs addtl. resources notifies the IC.
3.4

Question 4

In regards to the spotter what tools shall he have & where does he get them from?

Answer 4

He shall be equipped w/ a H.T. & binoculars fom the batt. vehicle. 3.4

Question 5

Lt. Surbito is charged w/ the deployment of the blanket. The fire is on the 35th floor. H is unable to get to the floor above apt. due to a heavy security door. How shall Lt. surbito deploy the blanket?

Answer 5

From 2 floors above if the IC deems it necessary.

3.5

Question 6

When shall the blanket be inspected?

Answer 6

weekly at MUD.
after each use
If during the inspection the aluminized foil is peeling & separating from the white cloth place it OOS. 4.6