Potpourri
This is the best way or form of communicating.
What is speaking face to face?
Give clear instructions and ensure they are understood.
What is the SFO #8
Maintaining "cutting area control" is this person's #1 responsibility.
What is the chainsaw operator/sawyer?
When driving on the "back roads" it is important to use this to inform other nearby drivers of our location on the road.
What is a CB radio?
Fatigue, attitude, experience and our mental status all have this ability.
What are things that effect our ability to make decisions?
Drinking a combination these two things will help my body stay hydrated and my ability to perform better on the job.
What is water and electrolytes?
3 water to every 1 electrolyte
Be alert, keep calm, think clearly and act decisively.
What is the S F O #6?
The system that outlines the authority and reporting relationships within an organization.
What is the "Chain of Command" or Incident command System?
This should be 2"-3" away from your mouth when using it.
What is your mobile or portable radio microphone?
This compact helper provides comprehensive guidance on all aspects of wildland firefighting incidents.
What is the IRPG?
Shutting valves on and off to quickly can create a surge of pressure within a hose line causing a blown hose.
What is a "water hammer"?
Instructions and assignments not clear.
What is W O #6
The person that you recieve direct orders from.
Who is your Squad Boss and/or Crew Boss?
A device commonly used to visually communicate with a helicopter.
What is a signal mirror?
2 things that will help us prepare our bodies be ready for fighting fire.
What is to be regularly physically active and eating a healthy diet.
What was planned?
What actually happened?
Why did it happen?
What can we do next time?
What is an A A R?
Keep informed on fire weather conditions and forecasts.
What is S F O #1
This refers to the number of subordinates a supervisor can effectively manage and direct.
What is the "Span of Control"?
Optimal range of 3 to 7 subordinates, and 5 being the most desirable.
Face to face.
Hand signals.
Verbal.
Non-verbal/visual
What are different forms/ways of communicating?
This is what we do when we feel that it is unsafe for us to proceed with the orders given.
What is to Respectfully Decline?
Engineered for extreme applications, this compound is flame-resistant and can withstand temperatures ranging from -4°F to 480°F. It is used for firefighter, military, and law enforcement footwear.
What is Vibram?
No communication link with crew members or supervisor.
What is W O #7?
The individual that is in control of the entire fire/incident.
Who is the Incident Commander?
This hand gesture is used to communicate that your ready for the water to be turned on.
What is to have one arm raised in the air with the index finger pointing up and the hand moving in a circular motion?
"Keeping your head on a swivel" or the act of "Look up, look down and around".
What is keeping up your S. A.?