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THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF FIRE SERVICE INSTRUCTORS Electronic INSTRUCT-O-GRAM Program 2004-03

THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF FIRE SERVICE INSTRUCTORS Electronic INSTRUCT-O-GRAM Program 2004-03. The “Safety Engine” Concept – Part 2. Size-Up. Building Dimensions (L x W x H) Building Occupancy Building Construction Type Wood Frame Heavy Timber Ordinary Noncombustible Fire Resistive.

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THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF FIRE SERVICE INSTRUCTORS Electronic INSTRUCT-O-GRAM Program 2004-03

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  1. THEINTERNATIONALSOCIETY OF FIRE SERVICE INSTRUCTORSElectronicINSTRUCT-O-GRAMProgram 2004-03 The “Safety Engine” Concept – Part 2

  2. Size-Up • Building Dimensions (L x W x H) • Building Occupancy • Building Construction Type • Wood Frame • Heavy Timber • Ordinary • Noncombustible • Fire Resistive ~ International Society of Fire Service Instructors ~ www.ISFSI.org

  3. Size-Up • Means of Access / Egress • Windows • Doors • Scuttles • Potential Obstructions • Barred Windows • High-Security Doors • Fences, etc. ~ International Society of Fire Service Instructors ~ www.ISFSI.org

  4. Tactics • Offensive / Defensive / Defensive to Offensive • Command Operations • Check Tactical Worksheet • Check Accountability Board • Monitor Fire Ground Communications • Ladders and Truck Operations ~ International Society of Fire Service Instructors ~ www.ISFSI.org

  5. Tactics • Total Incident Time • _____ Min. • _____ Min. • _____ Min. • _____ Min. ~ International Society of Fire Service Instructors ~ www.ISFSI.org

  6. Tactical Responsibilities • 360 Size-Up (Hot Lap) • 15 Min. • 30 Min. • 45 Min. • Utilities secured • Ladders – Access / egress to upper levels • Back-up Line (Uncharged, from secondary apparatus if possible) ~ International Society of Fire Service Instructors ~ www.ISFSI.org

  7. Tactical Responsibilities • Scene Lighting • Four Sides • Entry Way • Security Bar Removal • Accountability System in operation • Check with Rehab Officer • Compare information with Safety Officer ~ International Society of Fire Service Instructors ~ www.ISFSI.org

  8. Tactical Responsibilities • Evaluate need for additional Safety Engine / Sector • Evaluate structural collapse potential • Confirm EMS stand-by ~ International Society of Fire Service Instructors ~ www.ISFSI.org

  9. Equipment • T.I.C. • Search Rope (Life Line) • Irons • Stokes Basket • Hand Lights • Radios • Secondary Air Supply • Ladders • Door Wedges • Tin Snips • M.A.S.T. • Salvage Cover ~ International Society of Fire Service Instructors ~ www.ISFSI.org

  10. Safety Engine Concept Examination ~ International Society of Fire Service Instructors ~ www.ISFSI.org

  11. Examination 1. When should a Safety Engine be dispatched? A. Suspected and/or confirmed working fires B. Hazardous Materials incidents requiring entry C. Specialized rescue operations D. All of the above ~ International Society of Fire Service Instructors ~ www.ISFSI.org

  12. Examination 2. What NFPA standard defines the roles and responsibilities of a Rapid Intervention Team? A. NFPA 1521 B. NFPA 1500 C. NFPA 1410 D. NFPA 1581 ~ International Society of Fire Service Instructors ~ www.ISFSI.org

  13. Examination 3. Two-In / Two-Out is part of what document? A. OSHA 1910.134 B. OSHA 1910.221 C. NFPA 1410 D. NFPA 1910 ~ International Society of Fire Service Instructors ~ www.ISFSI.org

  14. Examination 4. According to the Safety Engine Concept, what company should be assigned as the Safety Engine? A. First-Due company B. Second-Due company C. Third-Due company D. Special call unit added to the first alarm assignment ~ International Society of Fire Service Instructors ~ www.ISFSI.org

  15. Examination 5. According to the material provided, what is a “Safety Engine”? A. Proactive rapid intervention team B. Back-up unit for first arriving company C. Unit designated for the Incident Safety Officer D. Multi-stage pumping unit ~ International Society of Fire Service Instructors ~ www.ISFSI.org

  16. Examination 6. According to the material provided, the Safety Engine reports to the ______________ upon arrival? A. Incident Safety Officer B. Staging Officer C. Operations Officer D. Incident Commander ~ International Society of Fire Service Instructors ~ www.ISFSI.org

  17. Examination 7. According to the material provided, how should ladders deployed for rapid egress / rescue be positioned? A. Above the windowsill at 75.5 degrees B. Left or right of the window at an exaggerated angle C. Below the windowsill at a 60 degree angle D. None of the above ~ International Society of Fire Service Instructors ~ www.ISFSI.org

  18. Examination 8. When should a Safety Engine Crew be returned to service? A. Immediately following knockdown B. Upon completion of the secondary search C. Upon completion of salvage operations D. Not until after overhaul ~ International Society of Fire Service Instructors ~ www.ISFSI.org

  19. Examination 9. Which of the following can be described as “cues” for fire ground forecasting? A. PASS alarm activation B. Smoke color / density C. Radio communications D. All of the above ~ International Society of Fire Service Instructors ~ www.ISFSI.org

  20. Examination 10. Which of the following is NOT considered a proactive task to be initiated by the Safety Engine Crew? A. Primary / secondary search operations B. Scene lighting C. Utility isolation D. Ladder placement ~ International Society of Fire Service Instructors ~ www.ISFSI.org

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