VEHICLE FIRES

Question 1

The apparatus shall be spotted at least?

Answer 1

50’ away from the vehicle, uphill and upwind.

Question 2

The minimum size hose line for vehicle fire attack shall be?

Answer 2

1 3/4” line

Question 3

Law Enforcement shall be requested for

purposes of?

Answer 3

Traffic control
Checking for ownership/stolen vehicle status
Documentation of investigation needed if arson is suspected

Question 4

The Battalion Chief will be contacted by Command if?

Answer 4

1. No reasonable cause can be determined.
2. Evidence of arson or suspicion of arson.
3. A negligent act caused damage to property of another person.
4. Any fire related death or serious injury.
5. Any City owned property that sustains fire damage.

Question 5

If the on call Investigator requests that the vehicles/vessels/other machinery or equipment be towed to an authorized impound lot per Administrative Policy 101.04, Notification of Staff Personnel, then the following must be documented in NFIRS:

Answer 5

1. Name of authorizing Investigator
2. Name of tow company
3. Phone number of tow company
4. Address of tow company
5. Address of impound yard