Functions of the Incident Commander in the command process. (Must provide 3)
1. Establish Command
2. Scene Size-Up/Walk-Around
3. Develop I.A.P.
4. Develop Command Structure
5. Assign Units
Two members (2-out), outside the IDLH, equipped with protective clothing and self contained breathing apparatus for assistance or rescue the intial entry team (2-in)
The Initial Rescue Team (I.R.T.)
What colors are each rank’s name tag?
Chief Officer -Black & White
Company Officer - Red & White
Firefighter - Green & White
Radio term reserved for use by the IC, used to notify all members operating on the incident that an emergency condition exists
Emergency Traffic
G.O. allows operators to exceed the posted speed limits during an emergency by up to how much ?
10 MPH not to exceed 20 MPH
The General Staff
Finance Chief
Logistics Chief
Operations Chief
Planning Chief
RIT shall be comprised of members of which company under normal conditions?
Third Arriving Engine Company
Used to hold multiple passports during an incident. What are the two types?
1. Unit Status Board
2. Tactical Board
Mayday Accronym
A-Air
S-Situation
L-Location
I-Intention
P-PAR
Who must submit a certified copy of their drivers license during their birth month?
Members posessing out-of-state drivers licenses.
Large incidents involve the response of how many NFR units or companies?
More than 2 units or companies
Responsibilities of RIT (must provide 3)
-Aerial/Ground Ladders
-Spare cylinders
-Saws
-Air bags
-EMS equipment
The level of accountability that shall be implemented by a Battalion Chief upon arrival on the scene.
Level II Accountability
Radio term used by member, usually directed at the IC to notify of situation
Urgent Traffic
Whose responsibility is it to ensure members are seated and buckled before the vehicle is in motion?
Operator and Company Officer
Explain Passing vs. Transfer of Command
Passing:
-One time during any given incident
-Should not be considered routine practice
- Must notify the next arriving company that you will be passing command
Transfer:
-Initial IC is a firefighter on medic unit, training unit or fire marshall
-First arriving IC once BC arrives
-BC at complex incident where AC or DC assumes command
How many means of egress should be established?
At least one
When extremely hazardous incidents are encountered. (i.e. technical rescues, hazmat incidents, etc.)
Point-of-Entry Control - Level III Accountability
Actions taken by the firefighter declaring MAYDAY!
(Must name 3)
-Communicate all critical information
-Remain calm
-Follow hose line
-Find an Exterior Wall
-Seek safe refuge
-Limit Air Usage
Max Speed Allowed during 5" hose repacking?
Not to exceed 5 MPH
The Command Staff
Accountability Officer
Liason Officer
Information Officer
Safety Officer
Air Management Officer
Tasks RIT Should Not Do..
-Enter IDLH
-Prevent RIT from deploying
-Require members to split up
-Prevent RIT officer from monitoring radio traffic
Frequency of Personal Accountability Reports
-Every 20 minutes
-IC feels it necessary
-Missing or trapped
-Sudden Event
-Evacuation
When able, assign a ____ to the rescue operations
Rescue Safety Officer (RSO)
Spotter locations during backing
FF # 1 - Driver Rear
FF # 2 - Officer Front
FF # 3 Officer Rear