Forcible Entry
What is try before you pry
The primary rule for Forcible Entry
What is vertical ventilation
This method of ventilation should be used to prevent a Backdraft
What is having the tip of the ladder at the top of the window on either side
The ladder should be placed here when ventilating from a window
What is Primary Search
This is usually done in a rapid and systematic manner
What is Incident Stabilization
Preventing a situation from becoming worse than it was when you arrived
What are Halligan Tool and Flat Head Axe
These tools make up a set of Irons
What is the leeward side
Windows on this side of the building should be opened first when ventilating horizontally
What is 75 degress
The proper angle for ladder placement
What can be done to show a room has been searched
Marking the door with an X
What is the normal span of control
5-7
What is through the lock method?
The best method of gaining entry through a commercial metal door
What are the advantages of Ventilation
Improved visibility, reduced smoke damage & ability to located seat of the fire
What are stops
These metal pieces prevent the fly section of an extension ladder from being extended to far
What is a secondary search
This should be done slowly with a different team of firefighters
What is Personnel Accountability System
This system tracks the location of all personnel on the incident scene
What is a prying tool
This type of forcible entry tool gives you a mechanical advantage
What is using a pike pole to punch trough the ceiling
This is done after cutting a hole in the roofto improve air flow
What is below the window sill
The ladder should be placed here for rescue situation
What is a Thermal Imaging Camera (TIC)
This piece of equipment operates on a temperature differential to locate a victim
What is Unity of Command
Reporting to only one person
This type of glass is heat treated and will break into small pieces with out sharp edges when hit with sharp object
What is tempered Glass
What are natural openings
Roof ventilation on commercial buildings should begin with these.
What is a Beam rise
This type of ladder raise should be used when operating in close quarters or near overhead obstructions
What should a firefighter do when they become trapped or disoriented
Immediately activate their PASS device
What is Unified Command System
This type of Command is used when the incident is multi-jurisdictional or multi-agency