Loss Control
Evidence Preservation
Practical Applications
Equipment
Safety
100
Through this, both primary and secondary damage can be minimized. Starts as soon as adequate personnel are available and may be done simultaneously with fire attack.
What is Salvage Primary damage is caused by the fire Secondary damage is caused by suppression activities Salvage minimizes damage, builds goodwill Know the procedures and equipment
100
Vehicles and people present in the area, status of doors and windows, evidence of forced entry other than firefighters, contents of the rooms and indications of unusual fire behavior
What is what all first arriving firefighters should note? Make a note to yourself of what you observe. Was this window broke already? Was the door locked? Any observations can help the fire investigator.
100
This throw is the most common method for deploying a salvage cover.
What is a balloon throw? Synthetic salvage covers are lightweight, easy to handle, economical and can be used indoors and outdoors.
100
Weakened floors, walls offset, weakened roof trusses, heavy storage on upper floors, water pooled on upper floors are indicators of this during a fire.
What is loss of structural integrity?
200
This consists of operations involved in searching for and extinguishing hidden or remaining fires. Protecting the scene and preserving evidence are components of this.
What is Overhaul? Begins in the area of most severe fire involvement Should begin as soon as possible after fire is under control. If fire extended to other areas, path must be determined.
200
The time of day, weather and natural hazards, barriers and people leaving the scene.
What is observations made en route? We should all be doing this. Observing what you see en route may also be useful to the fire investigator, but will also help the overall outcome of the incident.
200
A practical way to remove water that comes through the ceiling from an upper floor.
What is a water chute. Large quantities of water can be removed by a variety of methods. Water may ruin finishes, wipe off surfaces.
200
This piece of equipment is lightweight, tough, heat and water resistant and easy to maintain. They are primarily used to protect floor coverings.
What is a Floor runner. Placing a floor runner in the hallway where everybody is entering and exiting can reduce a lot of damage.
200
Ceilings may need to be opened from below using a pike pole or other tool. Do not do this while pulling ceiling.
What is standing directly under the area being opened? Physical conditioning is necessary. Fatigue is a preventable cause of injury. Monitor personnel for rehab. Continue using the accountability system. Consider electrical wiring, gas piping or plumbing when opening walls and ceilings. Try to make planned openings to facilitate restoration.
300
Do not start overhaul operations until these three objectives have been completed.
What is fire in under control, fire cause has been determined and evidence has been identified and protected.
300
Time of arrival and extent of fire, wind directions and velocity, doors and windows locked or unlocked, the location of the fire and familiar faces.
What is observations upon arrival? Once again observe what is going on. Make mental notes of what you see. If you see the same person on multiple fires than communicate that up the chain of command.
300
This can be constructed from a salvage cover placed on the floor to hold small amounts of water.
What is a Catchall.
300
This device is a helpful tool that helps firefighters locate hot spots during overhaul.
What is the thermal imaging camera? Looking for fire extension should begin as soon as possible after fire is declared under control. Thoroughly check insulation materials.
300
Proper maintenance of equipment is important. By doing this a firefighter can locate holes in a salvage cover.
What is looking up at the underside?
400
During overhaul, this designated person should be involved.
Who is the fire investigator?
400
A firefighter becomes a link in this after he handles or procures evidence.
What is chain of custody. Evidence must remain undisturbed exempt when necessary for the extinguishment of the fire. Avoid trampling over evidence. Try to cover up any evidence that may be unprotected such as footprints or tire marks. Protect burned papers found in a furnace, stove or fireplace by closing dampers. Leave charred documents found in containers
400
One of the finals parts of salvage operations that prevents damage by weather.
What is covering doors, windows and openings in roofs?
400
Attack lines used for overhaul are typically this size.
What is 1 1/2 inch or 1 3/4 inch? One attack line should be available Water fire extinguishers or booster lines may be used for small fires Place nozzle so it will not cause additional damage and do not allow damage from leaking hoselines.
400
Toxic gases are common and a dangerous threat during overhaul. This should be worn during overhaul operations.
What is appropriate PPE and SCBA? Maintain situational awareness Work in teams of two or more Maintain awareness of exits Maintain a RIC
500
This is the best way to protect household property during a fire.
What is grouping household contents into compact piles in the center of the room? Operations can be started at the same time as fire attack Raise furniture off wet floors
500
Fire personnel should not allow anyone to enter a fire scene without this persons permission.
Who is the fire investigator? The fire department has the authority to deny access. Cordoning can be done with rope or fire/police tape. Once all fire personnel leave the scene, a search warrant may be required to reenter.
500
These are used to carry debris, catch falling debris, and provide a water basin for immersing small burning objects.
What is a carryall? Small burning objects can also be submerged other containers of water such as bathtubs, sinks etc. Remove larger furnishings to the outside Be careful what you remove, scorched or partially burned articles may be helpful to an investigator.
500
Firefighters should refrain from expressing personal opinions at the fire scene. This is the most common response a firefighter should say if asked about the fire.
What is the fire is under investigation? CYA, don't be the guy they quoted in the newspaper. Direct them to the Chief or the fire investigator.
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