Vehicle Fire Tactics

Question 1

Vehicle Fire Tactics - Where should the apparatus be placed for a car fire?

Answer 1

• Upwind and uphill of the incident if possible

- As a barrier to shield the incident scene

Question 2

Vehicle Fire Tactics - What is the minimum level of protection for the captain at a vehicle fire?

Answer 2

Full PPE with SCBA (same as crew)

Question 3

Vehicle Fire Tactics -

What are three things you should do when attacking a vehicle fire?

Answer 3

• Approach uphill and upwind, when possible
• approach at a 45 degree angle
• a backup line should be used to protect the fire attack crew

Question 4

Vehicle Fire Tactics - Who shall all suspicious vehicle fires be reported to?

Answer 4

PRP