Operational Engagement
In LCES, what is survivable without a fire shelter?
What is a Safety Zone?
This type of hazard, both dead and alive, is one of the most common risks encountered on the fireline
Hazard Trees
pg.20
This topography indicator of the Fire Environment is in the sun during peak burning conditions
What are South and West Aspects?
pg. 35
This must be worn when flying onboard a helicopter
What is PPE?
or
Dirty's white cotton tube socks
pg. 63
This type of "Attack" can lead firefighters to be hampered by heat, smoke and flames
What is Direct Attack?
pg. 83
The downhill checklist refers to handline construction when there is no tactical alternative. Of the 7 elements, the handline should not be constructed in or adjacent to this
What is a chute or chimney
Always treat downed powerlines as this
energized
pg. 22
This weather indicator of the Fire Environment can be described as having: good visibility, dust devils, cumulus clouds and smoke rising straight up
What is Atmospheric Instability?
pg. 34
Carry tools and long objects when approaching aircraft like this
What is parallel to the ground, never over the shoulder
pg.64
When working with this, stay at least 100' in front of and 50' behind. In timber, distances should be increased to 2.5 times the canopy height
What is Heavy Equipment?
pg.87
With flames recorded at 20', how large should your safety zone be? (flat ground with no wind)
What is 1/2 acre? Or 80' from firefighters to flame)
When choosing an ICP/Spike location, ensure adequate rest and recovery from this exposure
What is exposure to smoke?
or
Kyle's Mom (she's a nice lady)
pg. 28
Smoldering fires picking up, trees beginning to torch, increased spot fires and fire whirls beginning are indicators of this Fire Environment Factor
What is Rapidly Changing Fire Behavior?
pg. 37
Fire extinguisher, emergency exits, ELT, Fuel/electrical shut off, and aircraft hazards are part of this briefing
What is a Pilot/Flight Manager Safety Briefing?
pg.61
Bring toothbrush/paste, extra socks/underwear, light coat, double lunch and space blanket when being deployed to one of these
What is a Line Spike?
pg.97
Successful firing operations must be well timed and coordinated. Always have a contingency plan and ensure these notifications are made to whom?
(4 items)
Who are:
1.) Division Resources
2.) Adjoining resources
3.) Fireline Supervisors
4.) Aerial Supervisors pg. 10
Do not expect this when deployed under a fire shelter
What are radio communication capabilities and water/retardant from aerial resources
or
Kurt's Mom
This Fire Danger Rating is based on indicators og local seasonal fire danger trends resulting from the cumulative drying of fuels over days and weeks. Dependent heavily on slower drying 100 hr, 1000 hr & duff fuels
What is the Energy Release Component (and Buildup Index if you're in Canada eh')
UAS operations on a wildfire require this to fly beyond visual line of sight
What is a TFR (Temporary Flight Restriction)
pg.61
Everyone should "PAUSE" before doing this
Perception
Authority
Understanding
Safety
Expectation
Posting to social media
A tactical pause around this time, may be prudent for reevaluating your situational awareness of topography, weather, & fuel
What is 1400? or 14! Hundred
pg 3
Thresholds of smoke combined with relative humidity of ___, is considered a watchout for roadway visibility
what is greater than 70%?
pg.29
This rate of spread can be interpreted or estimated by observing crowning, spotting, and large fire growth. Control efforts at the head are ineffective.
What is 50-150 ch/hr
pg. 50
This aviation reporting system is not intended for punitive actions
What is a SAFECOM?
When encountering issues with a Mark III pump that cannot be resolved, consider what?
Shame! You shoula ordered 2 pumps bro
pg. 1943