Preventing a situation from becoming worse than it was when you arrived.
The primary rule for Forcible Entry.
This method of ventilation should be used to prevent a Backdraft.
The ladder should be placed here when ventilating from a window.
This is usually done in a rapid and systematic manner.
5 to 7
These tools make up a set of "Irons".
Windows on this side of the building should be opened first when ventilating horizontally.
The proper angle for ladder placement.
Marking the door with an "X".
This system tracks the location of all personnel on the incident scene.
The best method for gaining entry through a Commercial metal door.
Improved visibility, reduced smoke damage & the ability to locate the seat of the fire.
These metal pieces prevent the fly section of an extension ladder from being extended too far.
This should be done slowly with a different team of firefighters.
Reporting to only one person.
This type of forcible entry tool gives you a mechanical advantage.
This is done after cutting a hole in the roof to improve air flow.
The ladder should be placed here for a rescue situation.
This piece of equipment operates on a temperature differential to locate a victim.
This type of Command is used when the incident is multi-jurisdictional or multi-agency.
This type of glass is heat-treated and will break into small pieces without sharp edges when hit with a sharp object.
What is Tempered Glass ?
Roof ventilation on commercial buildings should begin with these.
This type of ladder raise should be used when operating in close quarters or near overhead obstructions.
1. What is a Beam raise?
Immediately activate their PASS device.