Fire
A rapid, self sustaining oxidation process accompanied by the evolution of heat and light of varying intensities
what is fire?
process calls quickly and accurately, advise callers to remove themselves safely from danger and warn others and warn firefighters of dangers prior to their arrival
single family and multi family dwelling, commercial structure, fire alarms, vehicle fire/collision/extrication, brush/woods/power poles, water rescue, hazardous materials, downed aircraft, medical assist, public service fires
What are the types of fires that should be relayed to first responders?
any substance/material in any form or quantity which poses an unreasonable risk to safety, health and property
what is hazardous material?
incidents are small-scale and can be handled by the first responders with one company
what is Level I?
fuel, heat, oxygen and self sustained chemical reaction
What is fire tetrahedron?
this smoke indicates of man made materials or petroleum products burning
what is black smoke?
transfer of command, radio reports from the scene, notifications, units reporting in or out of service, and command info
What is required documentation of fire incidents?
human error, environmental conditions, container flaws, vehicle/equipment, and events
what are causes of hazardous material incidents?
incidents are larger events requiring multiple companies including the hazardous materials team and, depending on the department size mutual aid
What is Level II?
point-to-point heat transfer; heat energy is applied directly to an object
what is conduction?
this smoke indicates burning of underbrush, grass, or straw
what is grey smoke?
The water department, electric company, DHEC, EMS, Arson Investigators, LE, Public Works
Who are some of the agencies that might be notified during a fire incident?
This can be a clue to the presence of hazardous materials
What are Placards and labels?
Incidents are catastrophic community emergencies
What is Level III?
transference of heat energy by the movement of heated liquids or gases
what is convection?
smoke that is usually steam coming from water
what is white smoke?
Common terminology, Modular Organization, Management by Objectives, Incident Action Planning, Manageable Span of Control, Incident Facilities and Locations, and Comprehensive Resource Management
What are some of the components of the Incident Command System (ICS)?
1. Identify the Hazards
2. Assess the situation
3. Obtain help
4. Respond Accordingly
What are the steps when evaluating hazardous materials emergencies?
Those who support or commit ideologically motivated violence to further political, social, or religious goals
What is a terrorist?
transference of heat energy as an electromagnetic wave
what is radiation?
sides of structure are labeled A,B,C,D in a clockwise motion starting with the front of the house or street side address
What is Sector Response Plan?
Integrated Communications, Establishment and Transfer of Command, Unified Command, Chain of Commend and unity of Command, Accountability, Dispatch/Deployment, and Information and Intelligence Management
What are some of the components of ICS?
National Incident Management System (NIMS)
Dead animals, unexplained odors, unusual number of dying/sick people, low lying clouds/fog
What is an indicator of a possible chemical incident?