The document provides guidance on conducting an effective size-up at a fire scene. It discusses using the COAL WAS WEALTH framework to systematically gather 13 key pieces of information about the Construction, Occupancy, Apparatus, Life hazard, Water supply, Auxiliary appliances, Street conditions, Weather, Exposures, Area of fire, and Time of fire. Conducting a thorough size-up is important for developing an appropriate strategy and tactical objectives to safely address the fire.
The document discusses the science of fire behavior as it relates to energy, ignition, and combustion. It explains that there are two types of changes - physical and chemical - that firefighters need to understand. There are also different forms of energy, states of fuel, factors that affect fire development, and stages of fire development that firefighters must be familiar with to safely and effectively combat fires. The key concepts covered include the fire triangle and tetrahedron, different types of heat transfer, how oxygen relates to life safety, and the products of combustion.
Personal protective equipment (PPE) worn by firefighters serves two main purposes: protection from hazards and isolation from hazards. It includes clothing, helmets, eye protection, respiratory protection and other gear. PPE has specific requirements according to standards like NFPA 1971. Proper care, use, inspection and maintenance of PPE is vital for firefighter safety. Respiratory protection equipment includes supplied air respirators like SCBA and air purifying respirators; SCBA is the standard for interior structural firefighting. Limitations exist for all PPE that require mitigation through training and other measures.
Three key components are required for a fire to start and burn: fuel, oxygen, and heat. There are four classes of fire - Class A involves ordinary combustibles like wood and paper, Class B involves flammable liquids, Class C involves energized electrical equipment, and Class D involves certain combustible metals. Fire extinguishers work to remove one of the components, such as by cooling, smothering, or separating fuels and oxygen. It is important to only fight small, contained fires if it is safe to do so using the PASS method of pulling, aiming, squeezing, and sweeping the extinguisher.
1) Building construction and floor plans impact structural search techniques by affecting fire development and requiring firefighters to know the layout to search effectively.
2) During structural searches, size-up and situational awareness provide information on conditions and potential hazards through assessing the situation and using senses.
3) Safety guidelines for structural search and rescue include being prepared to enter hazardous areas, following other firefighters, and having an emergency plan and backup air supply.
The document provides information on hazardous area classification standards and compares the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Zone system to the National Electric Code (NEC) Class/Division system. It defines IEC Zones 0, 1, and 2 and examples of how different areas would be classified. Protection techniques like flameproof, increased safety, and intrinsic safety used in both systems are also discussed. Charts are included that compare gas groups, temperature classifications, equipment standards, and protection methods between the IEC and NEC/Canadian Electric Code systems.
This chapter provides an overview of the history and organization of fire services. It discusses how the fire service has evolved over time in response to significant historical events and changes in the 20th century. The chapter also describes the mission of fire services to protect lives and property from fires, as well as organizational structures including ranks, staffing types, company functions, and roles of fire service personnel. Finally, it addresses how fire services interact and coordinate with other organizations in their communities.
Hazardous areas can contain flammable gases, vapors, or dusts that could cause fires or explosions. These areas are classified based on the type of hazard and likelihood of a hazardous atmosphere being present. The Class/Division system used in North America categorizes areas based on whether hazardous materials are likely to be present continuously or occasionally. The international Zone system defines three zones based on the probability and duration of hazardous atmospheres. Equipment used in hazardous areas must use explosion-proof techniques to prevent ignition, such as flame-proofing or intrinsic safety.
This document provides information on explosion proof electrical equipment for hazardous locations. It discusses the hazard triangle of spark, explosion and flammable materials. It defines hazardous locations as areas where explosive gases or combustible dusts may be present. It describes the classification systems for hazardous areas including Zone/Division systems and gas grouping. It outlines explosion proof standards and methods of protection for electrical equipment used in these hazardous locations to prevent ignition sources from causing explosions.
The document discusses the science of fire behavior as it relates to energy, ignition, and combustion. It explains that there are two types of changes - physical and chemical - that firefighters need to understand. There are also different forms of energy, states of fuel, factors that affect fire development, and stages of fire development that firefighters must be familiar with to safely and effectively combat fires. The key concepts covered include the fire triangle and tetrahedron, different types of heat transfer, how oxygen relates to life safety, and the products of combustion.
Personal protective equipment (PPE) worn by firefighters serves two main purposes: protection from hazards and isolation from hazards. It includes clothing, helmets, eye protection, respiratory protection and other gear. PPE has specific requirements according to standards like NFPA 1971. Proper care, use, inspection and maintenance of PPE is vital for firefighter safety. Respiratory protection equipment includes supplied air respirators like SCBA and air purifying respirators; SCBA is the standard for interior structural firefighting. Limitations exist for all PPE that require mitigation through training and other measures.
Three key components are required for a fire to start and burn: fuel, oxygen, and heat. There are four classes of fire - Class A involves ordinary combustibles like wood and paper, Class B involves flammable liquids, Class C involves energized electrical equipment, and Class D involves certain combustible metals. Fire extinguishers work to remove one of the components, such as by cooling, smothering, or separating fuels and oxygen. It is important to only fight small, contained fires if it is safe to do so using the PASS method of pulling, aiming, squeezing, and sweeping the extinguisher.
1) Building construction and floor plans impact structural search techniques by affecting fire development and requiring firefighters to know the layout to search effectively.
2) During structural searches, size-up and situational awareness provide information on conditions and potential hazards through assessing the situation and using senses.
3) Safety guidelines for structural search and rescue include being prepared to enter hazardous areas, following other firefighters, and having an emergency plan and backup air supply.
The document provides information on hazardous area classification standards and compares the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Zone system to the National Electric Code (NEC) Class/Division system. It defines IEC Zones 0, 1, and 2 and examples of how different areas would be classified. Protection techniques like flameproof, increased safety, and intrinsic safety used in both systems are also discussed. Charts are included that compare gas groups, temperature classifications, equipment standards, and protection methods between the IEC and NEC/Canadian Electric Code systems.
This chapter provides an overview of the history and organization of fire services. It discusses how the fire service has evolved over time in response to significant historical events and changes in the 20th century. The chapter also describes the mission of fire services to protect lives and property from fires, as well as organizational structures including ranks, staffing types, company functions, and roles of fire service personnel. Finally, it addresses how fire services interact and coordinate with other organizations in their communities.
Hazardous areas can contain flammable gases, vapors, or dusts that could cause fires or explosions. These areas are classified based on the type of hazard and likelihood of a hazardous atmosphere being present. The Class/Division system used in North America categorizes areas based on whether hazardous materials are likely to be present continuously or occasionally. The international Zone system defines three zones based on the probability and duration of hazardous atmospheres. Equipment used in hazardous areas must use explosion-proof techniques to prevent ignition, such as flame-proofing or intrinsic safety.
This document provides information on explosion proof electrical equipment for hazardous locations. It discusses the hazard triangle of spark, explosion and flammable materials. It defines hazardous locations as areas where explosive gases or combustible dusts may be present. It describes the classification systems for hazardous areas including Zone/Division systems and gas grouping. It outlines explosion proof standards and methods of protection for electrical equipment used in these hazardous locations to prevent ignition sources from causing explosions.
Principles of Positive Pressure VentilationBrad Bihun
This document discusses the principles and techniques of positive pressure ventilation (PPV) for firefighting. PPV uses high-volume fans to create higher air pressure inside a structure than outside, allowing smoke and gases to be pushed out of openings controlled by firefighters. It describes how to properly locate and place fans, manage airflow through a building in a systematic way, and consider operational factors like exhaust openings and carbon monoxide introduction. The document outlines both advantages, like effective ventilation without interior entry, and disadvantages, such as potential extension of hidden fires.
- The document discusses ground ladders used by firefighters, including different types of ladders, their parts, construction materials, inspection, maintenance, and proper techniques for carrying, raising, securing, climbing, working from, and assisting victims down ladders.
- Key points covered include ladder parts and markings, construction standards, inspection procedures, safety guidelines for handling ladders, methods for various carries and raises, securing ladders, climbing considerations, and assisting conscious and unconscious victims down ladders.
- The document provides learning objectives and skill sheets to measure competency on various ground ladder techniques.
Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures by University of Alaska FairbanksAtlantic Training, LLC.
The document discusses training requirements for spill prevention, control, and countermeasures (SPCC) plans under 40 CFR Part 112. It states that all personnel handling oil products must be trained annually on spill response procedures, facility operations, applicable regulations, and the site-specific SPCC plan. It also outlines requirements for designating an individual accountable for discharge prevention at each facility and conducting annual briefings on spills, equipment issues, and prevention measures.
This document provides definitions and information related to fire and explosion hazards. It defines key terms like hazard, risk, fire, explosion, ignition sources, and stages of combustion. It also discusses flash point, fire point, auto-ignition temperature, and flammability limits. The document outlines how to prevent and mitigate explosions through ventilation, ignition source control, containment, material substitution, and separation. It also discusses hazardous area classification and electrical equipment certification for different zones and gas/vapor groups.
- Loss control is an important component of fire department service delivery with the philosophy of minimizing secondary damage to structures and their contents during and after fire control operations.
- Salvage and overhaul operations are two of the most effective means of loss control.
- It is very important for fire personnel to identify and protect valuable contents in structures affected by fire as well as searching for hidden fires so rekindling does not occur.
Fire resistance is determined by a building material's ability to withstand fire conditions. It is most commonly tested by subjecting structural components to standardized fire tests and rating the length of time until failure. Building codes classify construction types based on materials used and required structural fire resistance for safety. Occupancy classifications group buildings by similar fire risks to determine construction requirements.
This document provides an overview of hydrogen sulfide (H2S) safety training. It begins with introductions and course objectives to make employees aware of how to save their lives in an H2S release. The document then summarizes key information about H2S including its chemical properties, sources, toxicity levels, health effects, detection and monitoring, respiratory protection, emergency escape procedures, and first aid treatment. The overall aim is to educate participants on H2S hazards and how to protect themselves during a potential release through awareness of its characteristics and following proper safety protocols.
- Tactical ventilation of a burning building allows heat, smoke, and fire gases to escape while drawing in fresh air, which helps firefighters locate victims and the seat of the fire.
- Proper ventilation limits fire spread and channels smoke away from trapped victims.
- Firefighters must understand fire behavior and have knowledge of different ventilation methods, roof construction, and how to create openings in all types of roofs in order to perform ventilation correctly.
La ventilación táctica involucra métodos para evacuar humos de un incendio de manera segura y efectiva. Incluye principios como la ventilación natural y forzada, métodos verticales y horizontales, y técnicas de depresión y presión positiva. Los factores clave incluyen la distancia óptima del ventilador a la entrada y el uso de múltiples ventiladores en paralelo cuando sea posible. La ventilación táctica tiene ventajas como mejorar la visibilidad y reducir los daños, pero también riesgos como
This document provides information on IEC protection techniques for hazardous areas and areas with combustible dust, including definitions of IEC zones and IP ratings. It also includes charts comparing IEC and NEC area classifications, zone definitions, and guidelines for using equipment certified for different standards.
This document discusses hazardous area classification. It defines hazardous areas as areas where flammable gases or vapors may be present. Areas are classified into zones based on the likelihood and duration of an explosive atmosphere occurring. Zone 0 areas have explosive atmospheres present continuously, Zone 1 areas have them likely to occur occasionally, and Zone 2 areas are not likely but possible for short periods. Selection of electrical equipment depends on the area classification and gas properties. Standards provide guidelines for equipment certification to ensure safe operation in hazardous environments.
This document discusses identifying hazardous materials. It covers seven categories of clues that can indicate the presence of hazardous materials, including location/occupancy, container type, markings/labels, and written documentation. It emphasizes that senses should not be used to detect materials, as that is dangerous, and instead discusses using vision at a distance and monitoring equipment. The overall goal is to understand how to safely identify hazardous materials at an incident.
This document provides information on various types of breathing apparatus used to provide breathable air in dangerous atmospheres. It discusses the physiology of respiration and lung volumes. It also describes specific apparatus like SCBA and their parts like cylinders, regulators, hoses, masks. Hazards of elevated temperature, oxygen deficiency, toxic gases are explained. Donning, use, and doffing procedures are outlined to correctly operate the equipment.
- Portable fire extinguishers are classified based on the type of fuel that is burning and appropriate extinguishing agents are chosen accordingly. Common classifications include Class A for ordinary combustibles, Class B for flammable liquids, Class C for energized electrical fires, Class D for combustible metals, and Class K for cooking oils.
- Fire extinguishers are also rated based on their capabilities. Ratings identify the types of fires they can be used on as well as their relative sizes. Instruction and practice is needed to properly select, inspect, maintain, and operate portable fire extinguishers for controlling small fires.
Personal protective equipment (PPE) worn by firefighters serves two main purposes: protection from hazards and isolation from hazards. It includes clothing, helmets, eye protection, respiratory protection and other gear. PPE has specific requirements according to standards like NFPA 1971. Proper care, use, inspection and maintenance of PPE is vital for firefighter safety. Respiratory protection equipment includes supplied air respirators like SCBA and air purifying respirators; SCBA is the standard for interior structural firefighting. Limitations exist for all PPE that require mitigation through training and other measures.
- The document discusses various methods of fire suppression and control, including structure fires, vehicle fires, ground cover fires, and other exterior fires. It addresses factors to consider such as fire behavior, safety, tactics, equipment used, and more.
- Firefighters must evaluate various factors to select the appropriate suppression strategy, whether offensive interior attack or defensive exterior isolation. Resource coordination and controlling utilities are also important.
- Proper PPE and safety guidelines must be followed for all fire types, especially those with electrical, chemical, or other hazards like Class C, D, or alternative fuel vehicle fires. Direct, indirect and combination methods can be used depending on the situation.
Hazardous area classification and Elecrtical, Instrument and Process Engineer...Kathiresan Nadar
This presentation explains the Hazardous gas Classification and area Classification, and the responsibility of Electrical, Instrument and Process Engineer Responsibility.
This document covers chapter 16 on fire streams from a firefighter training manual. It discusses the properties of water and steam that make them effective extinguishing agents. It also explains the different types of fire stream nozzles, including smoothbore, fog, and broken stream nozzles. The key factors that determine fire stream patterns and effectiveness are also examined, such as water pressure, nozzle design, and distance from the target. Proper operation and maintenance of handline nozzles is emphasized.
Basic Of ATEX_Ex_Regulation_SCHUCH.pptx_GTERichard Lim
The document discusses explosive atmospheres and equipment used in hazardous locations. It defines zones based on the likelihood and duration of an explosive gas or dust atmosphere. Zone 0/1/2 are for gas/vapor/mist while Zone 20/21/22 are for combustible dusts. Equipment is categorized based on the zone and certified according to EU regulations. Luminaires are provided as examples and their labels are explained according to the zone, category, type of protection, temperature class and standards.
This document discusses the impact of fire on building construction. It covers various building materials like wood, masonry, metal, concrete, gypsum and others, and how each is affected by heat. It also addresses construction classifications, occupancy types, and basic components of buildings like foundations, floors, walls, roofs, doors and windows. The document emphasizes that understanding building construction is essential for firefighter safety and effectively fighting fires.
This document discusses the 8 functions of command at an emergency incident. It provides details on each function:
1. Assumption, confirmation, and positioning of the incident commander.
2. Situation evaluation using critical incident factors to size up the emergency.
3. Communications including establishing command posts and radio channels.
4. Deployment of resources including staging areas and deployment models.
5. Strategy and incident action planning including determining strategy, developing action plans, and implementing tactical priorities.
6. Organization using sector, division, and group systems to effectively manage resources.
7. Review, evaluation and revision of the incident action plan to ensure it is meeting tactical needs while maintaining safety.
The document discusses the importance of size-up for structure fire incidents. It defines size-up and lists the fundamental questions that must be answered during size-up, including what is happening, what is likely to happen, and safety considerations. It emphasizes that an accurate initial size-up is critical because it forms the basis for initial incident decisions and resource deployment. Performing a size-up requires considering factors like fire behavior, building construction, resources, and using experience to understand how these factors will impact the incident.
Principles of Positive Pressure VentilationBrad Bihun
This document discusses the principles and techniques of positive pressure ventilation (PPV) for firefighting. PPV uses high-volume fans to create higher air pressure inside a structure than outside, allowing smoke and gases to be pushed out of openings controlled by firefighters. It describes how to properly locate and place fans, manage airflow through a building in a systematic way, and consider operational factors like exhaust openings and carbon monoxide introduction. The document outlines both advantages, like effective ventilation without interior entry, and disadvantages, such as potential extension of hidden fires.
- The document discusses ground ladders used by firefighters, including different types of ladders, their parts, construction materials, inspection, maintenance, and proper techniques for carrying, raising, securing, climbing, working from, and assisting victims down ladders.
- Key points covered include ladder parts and markings, construction standards, inspection procedures, safety guidelines for handling ladders, methods for various carries and raises, securing ladders, climbing considerations, and assisting conscious and unconscious victims down ladders.
- The document provides learning objectives and skill sheets to measure competency on various ground ladder techniques.
Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures by University of Alaska FairbanksAtlantic Training, LLC.
The document discusses training requirements for spill prevention, control, and countermeasures (SPCC) plans under 40 CFR Part 112. It states that all personnel handling oil products must be trained annually on spill response procedures, facility operations, applicable regulations, and the site-specific SPCC plan. It also outlines requirements for designating an individual accountable for discharge prevention at each facility and conducting annual briefings on spills, equipment issues, and prevention measures.
This document provides definitions and information related to fire and explosion hazards. It defines key terms like hazard, risk, fire, explosion, ignition sources, and stages of combustion. It also discusses flash point, fire point, auto-ignition temperature, and flammability limits. The document outlines how to prevent and mitigate explosions through ventilation, ignition source control, containment, material substitution, and separation. It also discusses hazardous area classification and electrical equipment certification for different zones and gas/vapor groups.
- Loss control is an important component of fire department service delivery with the philosophy of minimizing secondary damage to structures and their contents during and after fire control operations.
- Salvage and overhaul operations are two of the most effective means of loss control.
- It is very important for fire personnel to identify and protect valuable contents in structures affected by fire as well as searching for hidden fires so rekindling does not occur.
Fire resistance is determined by a building material's ability to withstand fire conditions. It is most commonly tested by subjecting structural components to standardized fire tests and rating the length of time until failure. Building codes classify construction types based on materials used and required structural fire resistance for safety. Occupancy classifications group buildings by similar fire risks to determine construction requirements.
This document provides an overview of hydrogen sulfide (H2S) safety training. It begins with introductions and course objectives to make employees aware of how to save their lives in an H2S release. The document then summarizes key information about H2S including its chemical properties, sources, toxicity levels, health effects, detection and monitoring, respiratory protection, emergency escape procedures, and first aid treatment. The overall aim is to educate participants on H2S hazards and how to protect themselves during a potential release through awareness of its characteristics and following proper safety protocols.
- Tactical ventilation of a burning building allows heat, smoke, and fire gases to escape while drawing in fresh air, which helps firefighters locate victims and the seat of the fire.
- Proper ventilation limits fire spread and channels smoke away from trapped victims.
- Firefighters must understand fire behavior and have knowledge of different ventilation methods, roof construction, and how to create openings in all types of roofs in order to perform ventilation correctly.
La ventilación táctica involucra métodos para evacuar humos de un incendio de manera segura y efectiva. Incluye principios como la ventilación natural y forzada, métodos verticales y horizontales, y técnicas de depresión y presión positiva. Los factores clave incluyen la distancia óptima del ventilador a la entrada y el uso de múltiples ventiladores en paralelo cuando sea posible. La ventilación táctica tiene ventajas como mejorar la visibilidad y reducir los daños, pero también riesgos como
This document provides information on IEC protection techniques for hazardous areas and areas with combustible dust, including definitions of IEC zones and IP ratings. It also includes charts comparing IEC and NEC area classifications, zone definitions, and guidelines for using equipment certified for different standards.
This document discusses hazardous area classification. It defines hazardous areas as areas where flammable gases or vapors may be present. Areas are classified into zones based on the likelihood and duration of an explosive atmosphere occurring. Zone 0 areas have explosive atmospheres present continuously, Zone 1 areas have them likely to occur occasionally, and Zone 2 areas are not likely but possible for short periods. Selection of electrical equipment depends on the area classification and gas properties. Standards provide guidelines for equipment certification to ensure safe operation in hazardous environments.
This document discusses identifying hazardous materials. It covers seven categories of clues that can indicate the presence of hazardous materials, including location/occupancy, container type, markings/labels, and written documentation. It emphasizes that senses should not be used to detect materials, as that is dangerous, and instead discusses using vision at a distance and monitoring equipment. The overall goal is to understand how to safely identify hazardous materials at an incident.
This document provides information on various types of breathing apparatus used to provide breathable air in dangerous atmospheres. It discusses the physiology of respiration and lung volumes. It also describes specific apparatus like SCBA and their parts like cylinders, regulators, hoses, masks. Hazards of elevated temperature, oxygen deficiency, toxic gases are explained. Donning, use, and doffing procedures are outlined to correctly operate the equipment.
- Portable fire extinguishers are classified based on the type of fuel that is burning and appropriate extinguishing agents are chosen accordingly. Common classifications include Class A for ordinary combustibles, Class B for flammable liquids, Class C for energized electrical fires, Class D for combustible metals, and Class K for cooking oils.
- Fire extinguishers are also rated based on their capabilities. Ratings identify the types of fires they can be used on as well as their relative sizes. Instruction and practice is needed to properly select, inspect, maintain, and operate portable fire extinguishers for controlling small fires.
Personal protective equipment (PPE) worn by firefighters serves two main purposes: protection from hazards and isolation from hazards. It includes clothing, helmets, eye protection, respiratory protection and other gear. PPE has specific requirements according to standards like NFPA 1971. Proper care, use, inspection and maintenance of PPE is vital for firefighter safety. Respiratory protection equipment includes supplied air respirators like SCBA and air purifying respirators; SCBA is the standard for interior structural firefighting. Limitations exist for all PPE that require mitigation through training and other measures.
- The document discusses various methods of fire suppression and control, including structure fires, vehicle fires, ground cover fires, and other exterior fires. It addresses factors to consider such as fire behavior, safety, tactics, equipment used, and more.
- Firefighters must evaluate various factors to select the appropriate suppression strategy, whether offensive interior attack or defensive exterior isolation. Resource coordination and controlling utilities are also important.
- Proper PPE and safety guidelines must be followed for all fire types, especially those with electrical, chemical, or other hazards like Class C, D, or alternative fuel vehicle fires. Direct, indirect and combination methods can be used depending on the situation.
Hazardous area classification and Elecrtical, Instrument and Process Engineer...Kathiresan Nadar
This presentation explains the Hazardous gas Classification and area Classification, and the responsibility of Electrical, Instrument and Process Engineer Responsibility.
This document covers chapter 16 on fire streams from a firefighter training manual. It discusses the properties of water and steam that make them effective extinguishing agents. It also explains the different types of fire stream nozzles, including smoothbore, fog, and broken stream nozzles. The key factors that determine fire stream patterns and effectiveness are also examined, such as water pressure, nozzle design, and distance from the target. Proper operation and maintenance of handline nozzles is emphasized.
Basic Of ATEX_Ex_Regulation_SCHUCH.pptx_GTERichard Lim
The document discusses explosive atmospheres and equipment used in hazardous locations. It defines zones based on the likelihood and duration of an explosive gas or dust atmosphere. Zone 0/1/2 are for gas/vapor/mist while Zone 20/21/22 are for combustible dusts. Equipment is categorized based on the zone and certified according to EU regulations. Luminaires are provided as examples and their labels are explained according to the zone, category, type of protection, temperature class and standards.
This document discusses the impact of fire on building construction. It covers various building materials like wood, masonry, metal, concrete, gypsum and others, and how each is affected by heat. It also addresses construction classifications, occupancy types, and basic components of buildings like foundations, floors, walls, roofs, doors and windows. The document emphasizes that understanding building construction is essential for firefighter safety and effectively fighting fires.
This document discusses the 8 functions of command at an emergency incident. It provides details on each function:
1. Assumption, confirmation, and positioning of the incident commander.
2. Situation evaluation using critical incident factors to size up the emergency.
3. Communications including establishing command posts and radio channels.
4. Deployment of resources including staging areas and deployment models.
5. Strategy and incident action planning including determining strategy, developing action plans, and implementing tactical priorities.
6. Organization using sector, division, and group systems to effectively manage resources.
7. Review, evaluation and revision of the incident action plan to ensure it is meeting tactical needs while maintaining safety.
The document discusses the importance of size-up for structure fire incidents. It defines size-up and lists the fundamental questions that must be answered during size-up, including what is happening, what is likely to happen, and safety considerations. It emphasizes that an accurate initial size-up is critical because it forms the basis for initial incident decisions and resource deployment. Performing a size-up requires considering factors like fire behavior, building construction, resources, and using experience to understand how these factors will impact the incident.
The document summarizes Northrop Grumman's experience with and recovery from Hurricane Katrina in 2005. Key points:
- Katrina caused severe damage to Northrop Grumman's shipbuilding facilities and IT infrastructure in Mississippi and Louisiana.
- The company's disaster preparedness helped minimize data loss and enabled relocation of IT workers and restoration of key applications within weeks.
- Lessons learned included keeping data centers out of harm's way, planning for public infrastructure failures, and leveraging suppliers in recovery plans.
The document discusses key concepts in developing an earthquake risk reduction program including risk mitigation alternatives, structural and non-structural mitigation techniques, and outlines the steps to assess risk, develop a program, implement mitigation projects, and maintain the program over time. The program involves identifying assets at risk, assessing hazards and vulnerability, analyzing risk, selecting cost-effective mitigation options, obtaining funding, and coordinating implementation while documenting the process.
The document discusses standard operating procedures (SOPs), pre-incident planning, and size-up. It emphasizes the importance of SOPs in outlining fireground operations and their relationship to pre-incident plans and size-up. Pre-incident plans provide specific building information that can be rapidly evaluated during size-up to develop an initial incident action plan. Size-up is an ongoing process that considers SOPs, pre-incident plans, and developing incident conditions.
The document discusses key considerations for fire officers when supervising fire attack operations. It summarizes findings from recent fire experiments that have changed understanding of fire dynamics and firefighting practices. Specifically, it describes the importance of controlling the flow path when attacking ventilation-limited fires and applying water for 30-90 seconds before vertical ventilation. The document also discusses sizing up the incident to develop an action plan, with priorities of life safety, incident stabilization, and property conservation. Tactical safety considerations include using proper protective equipment and establishing work zones, rapid intervention crews, and personnel accountability.
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The document provides information on disaster recovery planning for a company. It includes sections on identifying disaster risks and threats, building a risk assessment, forming a disaster recovery committee, determining the effects of potential disasters, emergency response procedures, evaluating disaster recovery mechanisms, and recovery checklists. The overall document outlines the key phases and steps involved in developing a disaster recovery plan to prepare a company for handling disasters and facilitating recovery.
The document discusses emergency incident management and the Incident Command System (ICS). It explains that the ICS provides a standardized approach to the command, control, and coordination of emergency incidents and establishes a common organizational structure, terminology, and management process. The ICS can adapt to any type of incident and expands and contracts in a logical manner depending on the needs of the incident. It also describes the key components, organizational structure, and advantages of using the ICS model.
This document discusses the author's experience as the CIO of a financial firm located near the World Trade Center during and after the 9/11 attacks, including developing a disaster recovery plan that was not initially approved by management, invoking the plan on 9/11, and the aftermath and lessons learned from responding to the disaster without proper planning and resources in place. It also provides recommendations for components to include in a disaster recovery plan to prepare an organization for future incidents.
This document outlines learning objectives and definitions for responding to single story residential fires. It covers definitions for fireground terms like on scene, level 1 staging, on deck, backup, and recycle. It also defines the three tactical objectives of life safety, fire control, and property conservation. The three rules of risk assessment and parts of the initial radio report and follow up report are described. The benefits of a transitional attack on residential structures are also mentioned.
The document discusses the importance of initial reports when responding to incidents. The Brief Initial Report (BIR) provides key details about the emergency situation upon arrival so dispatchers and other responders understand conditions. Elements of a good BIR include location, structure type, command officers, and instructions. The C.A.N. report is used to communicate progress updates according to Conditions, Actions, and Needs, informing incident commanders if objectives can be completed safely or if modifications are needed to the plan. Regular reports help ensure crews receive necessary support and resources.
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The document discusses emergency incident management and the Incident Command System (ICS). It explains that the ICS provides a standardized approach to the command, control, and coordination of emergency incidents, allowing responders from different agencies and jurisdictions to work together. The ICS establishes common terminology, organizational structure, and management processes to effectively address incidents of any size or complexity. The strategic priorities for incident response are rescue, exposures, confinement, extinguishment, overhaul, salvage, and ventilation.
This document provides guidelines for structural collapse and emergency building shoring operations for the Seattle Fire Department. It defines important terms related to structural collapse rescue and identifies different response levels for personnel based on their training. It emphasizes the importance of scene assessment and building assessment to identify hazards and potential victims. It also outlines general considerations for structural collapse incidents including addressing secondary hazards, building marking systems, and prioritizing rescue of surface victims with low extraction difficulty.
The document discusses two EU projects, INMOTOS and SESMAG, that aim to improve interdependency management of critical infrastructures. INMOTOS developed modeling tools to assess risks to critical infrastructures and validate contingency plans by simulating scenarios. SESMAG aims to define security guidelines and requirements to increase the security and resilience of smart grids through risk assessment and development of an analysis support tool. Both projects seek to enhance coordination and preparedness for critical infrastructure protection across the EU.
The document describes how incident management, which manages emergency situations, is a specialized form of project management. It introduces the Incident Command System (ICS), which provides standardized guidance and best practices for emergency response management in the US. ICS resulted from the need for a new approach to managing wildfires in the 1970s. It addresses common challenges faced in emergency responses through a functional, hierarchical organization with standardized communication and terminology. The key project planning document in ICS is the Incident Action Plan, which is updated at least twice daily to adapt to changing conditions, similar to how a project manager would update plans. ICS provides a detailed, documented process for developing, approving, and implementing the IAP during each operational period.
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Chapter wise All Notes of First year Basic Civil Engineering.pptxDenish Jangid
Chapter wise All Notes of First year Basic Civil Engineering
Syllabus
Chapter-1
Introduction to objective, scope and outcome the subject
Chapter 2
Introduction: Scope and Specialization of Civil Engineering, Role of civil Engineer in Society, Impact of infrastructural development on economy of country.
Chapter 3
Surveying: Object Principles & Types of Surveying; Site Plans, Plans & Maps; Scales & Unit of different Measurements.
Linear Measurements: Instruments used. Linear Measurement by Tape, Ranging out Survey Lines and overcoming Obstructions; Measurements on sloping ground; Tape corrections, conventional symbols. Angular Measurements: Instruments used; Introduction to Compass Surveying, Bearings and Longitude & Latitude of a Line, Introduction to total station.
Levelling: Instrument used Object of levelling, Methods of levelling in brief, and Contour maps.
Chapter 4
Buildings: Selection of site for Buildings, Layout of Building Plan, Types of buildings, Plinth area, carpet area, floor space index, Introduction to building byelaws, concept of sun light & ventilation. Components of Buildings & their functions, Basic concept of R.C.C., Introduction to types of foundation
Chapter 5
Transportation: Introduction to Transportation Engineering; Traffic and Road Safety: Types and Characteristics of Various Modes of Transportation; Various Road Traffic Signs, Causes of Accidents and Road Safety Measures.
Chapter 6
Environmental Engineering: Environmental Pollution, Environmental Acts and Regulations, Functional Concepts of Ecology, Basics of Species, Biodiversity, Ecosystem, Hydrological Cycle; Chemical Cycles: Carbon, Nitrogen & Phosphorus; Energy Flow in Ecosystems.
Water Pollution: Water Quality standards, Introduction to Treatment & Disposal of Waste Water. Reuse and Saving of Water, Rain Water Harvesting. Solid Waste Management: Classification of Solid Waste, Collection, Transportation and Disposal of Solid. Recycling of Solid Waste: Energy Recovery, Sanitary Landfill, On-Site Sanitation. Air & Noise Pollution: Primary and Secondary air pollutants, Harmful effects of Air Pollution, Control of Air Pollution. . Noise Pollution Harmful Effects of noise pollution, control of noise pollution, Global warming & Climate Change, Ozone depletion, Greenhouse effect
Text Books:
1. Palancharmy, Basic Civil Engineering, McGraw Hill publishers.
2. Satheesh Gopi, Basic Civil Engineering, Pearson Publishers.
3. Ketki Rangwala Dalal, Essentials of Civil Engineering, Charotar Publishing House.
4. BCP, Surveying volume 1
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A Visual Guide to 1 Samuel | A Tale of Two HeartsSteve Thomason
These slides walk through the story of 1 Samuel. Samuel is the last judge of Israel. The people reject God and want a king. Saul is anointed as the first king, but he is not a good king. David, the shepherd boy is anointed and Saul is envious of him. David shows honor while Saul continues to self destruct.
2. Objectives :
• To integrate the learnings from ICS and
S.P.A.R.E.D. , I.C.A.R.E.D. into O.R.C.A. in
reference to Rescue Unit / Fire Brigade/
Tactical Unit structures
• To implement the learnings thru visual and
virtual exercise to ascertain degree of
knowledge acquired.
• To reinforce the good practices and ways,
methods, protocols currently in place and in
practice.
3. O . R. C. A .
• OPERATIONAL RESPONSE CAPABILITY
AUGMENTATIONS
• OPERATIONAL RESOURCES CAPACITY AUDIT
• ORGANIZATIONAL RISKS CONTEXT
ALGORITHM
• ONGOING RESCUE CARE AND ASSISTANCE
• OBSERVATION OF RESPONSE CHARTERS /
CODES IN ACTIVITIES
4. MAKE A GOOD SIZE-UP
Prepared by Thomas Bartsch, Former Chief of Dept., Valley Stream, NY
6. What is Size-Up?
“Size-up is the ongoing observation and
evaluation of factors that are used to
develop strategic goals and tactical
objectives”.
MAKE A GOOD SIZE-UP
7. There are many in the fire service who believe utilizing
the traditional “13” point size-up to be lengthy and not
practical for the initial “thru the windshield” size-up by
the first arriving company officer, and is better suited
for the Incident Commander.
In most cases, the first arriving officer will not be the
overall incident commander, but he/she might find
themselves in command and the traditional “13” point
size-up will help this officer develop a better over all
picture of the incident.
MAKE A GOOD SIZE-UP
8. Yes, there are shorter “Size-Up” acronyms out there
than the traditional “13” point “COAL WAS WEALTH”
A sampling such as………….
BOSE HAS (Chief Walker, Oklahoma City FD, OK)
B – building H - hazards
O – occupancy A - approach
S – smoke S - special
E – exposures
And then there are…………..
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9. BELOW (Former Chief of Dept Ed Tracy, Sierra Madre, CA) REVAS (Chief Ramirez, LACFD)
B - building R - rescue
E - extent E - exposures
L - life hazard V - ventilation
O - occupancy A - attack
W - water supply S - salvage
RECEO (Lloyd Layman) RECEO VS (Lloyd Layman)
R - rescue added were
E - exposures V - ventilate
C - confinement S - salvage
E - extinguishment
O - overhaul
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10. And lastly,
IDEAL (Capt Knitter, S. Milwaukee FD)
I - identify arriving unit
D - describe what you see
E - explain what you intend to do
A - assume command
L - let incoming units know what you want them to
do or where you want them to go (staging, etc.)
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11. Whatever acronym you use, the goal is;
o information gathering,
o to formulate strategy and
o successful tactics.
This presentation will be focusing on the traditional
“13” point size-up, using the acronym “COAL WAS
WEALTH”. (aka WALLACE WAS HOT)
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13. SIZE-UP
MAKE A GOOD SIZE-UP
GROUND LEVEL IC MEETING
( Team Leaders / Sub Commanders)
14. Size-Up by the initial arriving officer (IC until relieved),
can set the tone for the incident. Being able to read what
has happened and what will happen after arrival, effects
the safety of all FF’s on the scene.
A thorough Size-Up and a risk analysis should be
performed before conducting operations at every incident.
The IC should immediately conduct or obtain a 360
ₒ
Size-Up of the fire ground. (“Rules of Engagement for Structural
Firefighting”, International Association of Fire Chiefs)
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15. The IC is constantly evaluating, taking note of what
actions were taken before his/her arrival and the progress
of the fire.
The IC continues to review and re-evaluate during fire
operations.
The IC must use appropriate risk management to decide
what strategy will be employed.
MAKE A GOOD SIZE-UP
16. Size-Up starts with the receipt of the alarm and
continues until the fire is under control. Some advocate
the size-up starts when they break ground to construct
and pre-plans are formulated.
While responding, monitor your radio for up to the
minute information from dispatch or from units already at
the scene.
Using the traditional strategic “13” point size-up
acronym “COAL WAS WEALTH”, will ease the gathering of
information to plan an effective Strategy.
MAKE A GOOD SIZE-UP
18. Among the most important duties of the first officer
on the scene is conducting an initial size-up.
This information lays the foundation for the entire
operation.
It determines the number of FF, apparatus and
equipment needed to control the fire, the most effective
point of attack and whether the attack will be offensive
or defensive.
The size-up must also address an assessment of
“Risk versus Reward”
MAKE A GOOD SIZE-UP
19. The initial size-up report to dispatch, should be simple
and short enough to verbalize the scene.
Necessary details such as;
what type of building is on fire?
the type of occupancy (mercantile, residential,
assembly)
fire and smoke conditions
and exposures (exposure protection is second only
to life)
Your report will give other responding units needed
information to visualize the unfolding scene.
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20. MAKE A GOOD SIZE-UP
Let’s try using an example. You are the first officer to
arrive on scene, what initial size-up report will you give
for the following situation?
Remember, simple and verbalize the scene.
Building construction
Occupancy type
Location and Extent of the fire
Actions you are taking
Instructions for incoming units
21. Photo courtesy Ed Tracy, former Chief of Dept., Sierra Madre, CA
MAKE A GOOD SIZE-UP
This is your view “thru the windshield”
22. MAKE A GOOD SIZE-UP
Example:
“Fire Communications, Engine 342, Signal 22 (On scene) at
your address. Signal 10 (Working fire).
We have fire out two windows on the second floor,
exposure 1 (alpha) side, of a two story Ordinary
constructed building with a mixed occupancy.
We are stretching a line to the fire floor, have the
second due engine stretch a backup line. Instruct the
first due truck to ladder the building and inform them
there are overhead wires.”
24. The size-up of interior conditions is just as important as
the exterior size-up.
Interior conditions are monitored by firefighters and
company officers and is communicated to the IC as soon
as possible. Interior conditions could change the IC initial
strategy.
Knowing the interior conditions, such as the size of the
fire, sets the foundation for subsequent operations.
MAKE A GOOD SIZE-UP
25. Especially if the building is constructed of lightweight
framing, which must be suspected in newer and
renovated buildings.
It is critical that all units are made aware that
lightweight construction is present. Strategy and tactics
will have to be adjusted if the fire involves the structural
components.
The IC must be informed of any structural damage, such
as sagging floors and extension to structural components.
MAKE A GOOD SIZE-UP
27. Provide reports and regular updates to the IC, especially
when goals are met, such as “we have water on the fire”.
It is also important that interior forces communicate to
the IC when the objective can not be met or is delayed,
such as “we are having difficulty finding the fire”, or
“primary search is delayed due to Collyer (Hoarding
System) like conditions”.
Communications during the fire attack may be difficult
due to the noise, but FF must monitor the radio for critical
information. (collapse potential, ventilation delays, water
supply problems, fire in the cockloft, fire in the shaft or
“Mayday” transmissions.)
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28. Information is continually received and processed so
that new decisions can be made and old decisions revised
based on new data and information.
The IC can never assume that units engaged in
operational activities will just naturally stop what they are
doing so they can provide him/her with a continuous
supply of information.
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29. If the IC requests a progress report from a unit and gets
no response, he/she should continue to make contact
until they get a satisfactory report.
The IC must do whatever is required to stay effectively
informed.
Communicate what the plan is and if it is working…..
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31. The objective of firefighting is life safety, incident
stabilization and property conservation.
Implementation of any strategic plan and it’s supporting
tactics is dependent on an accurate and ongoing Size-Up.
Strategy and Tactics are defined as:
• Strategy - the general plan or course of action in order
to achieve firefighting objectives.
• Tactics - the operations or actions required to carry out
the strategy. (interior attack, ventilation, forcible entry,
etc.)
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32. In his book, “Strategic Concepts of Firefighting”, Chief of
Dept. Edward McAniff, FDNY defines the following;
Offensive Strategy: Direct attack at the seat of fire.
Normally at Incipient Stage, this solves all problems.
Offensive/Defensive Strategy: An attack on the main
body of fire, while taking measures to control extension.
Defensive/Offensive Strategy: A holding action, it keeps
fire in reasonable bounds while more forces are called.
Defensive Strategy: Surround and drown, protect the
exposures.
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33. Firefighting strategies have been changing in today’s fire
service.
With the impact of lightweight construction upon FF
safety, a new strategy is evolving, “Offensive Exterior
Attack”.
It is used when no immediate rescue is needed or
possible, and/or when there is fire involvement of the
lightweight structural supports. Especially when a
lightweight building is under construction.
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34. The time frame for safe operations has decreased. Once
with unprotected dimensional lumber, there was the 20
minute rule, now with unprotected lightweight
construction, the time is as little as 5 minutes to collapse.
The “Offensive Exterior Attack” theory is to open up the
structure and apply water tactically to gain control of the
fire and extinguish from a safe position, due to the
uncertainty of the structure.
Essentially, “knock it down from a safe position and after
verifying structural conditions are stable enough to
proceed, final extinguishment and searches can be done.”
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36. The Strategic factors that must be considered in making
your size-up are; (not in the order of priority)
• Construction
• Occupancy
• Apparatus/personnel/equipment
• Life
• Water Supply
• Auxiliary appliances
• Street conditions and Topography
• Weather
• Exposures
• Area of the building
• Location and Extent of the fire
• Time
• Height
COAL WAS WEALTH
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37. MAKE A GOOD SIZE-UP
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• Construction, type of; (construction dictates actions at all fires)
- Type 1, Fire Resistive (concrete, fire-protected steel)
- Type 2, Non-Combustible (little or no steel protection)
- Type 3, Ordinary (block/brick walls, wood floor joists & roof supports)
- Type 4, Heavy Timber (masonry load walls, large timber support)
- Type 5, Wood Frame (balloon and platform)
(Lightweight construction, manufactured homes and “unitized” truss)
38. Buildings will contain voids that may allow fire
extension. Alterations may produce larger voids, which will
spread fire vertically and horizontally. Also the presence of
wood laminate “I” beams, “Unitized” truss, energy efficient
windows, insulation, etc..
Information on the structure itself includes age,
condition (evidence of deterioration, weathering, etc.),
evidence of renovations, lightweight construction, loads on
roofs and walls, and any pre-plan information.
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COAL WAS WEALTH
39. • Construction; Elements of concern:
is the building compartmentalized to minimize the
spread of fire?
how will the building contribute to the overall fire
scenario?
the location and number of hidden voids?
what is the potential for collapse?
parapet walls, marquees, signs, roof fixtures, etc.,
that could lead to a collapse in a fire event.
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COAL WAS WEALTH
40. • Occupancy; (may determine severity of life & the intensity of the fire*)
- Assembly (theatres, restaurants, house of worship, night clubs)
- Business (banks, post office, doctors, lawyers, colleges, town halls)
- Educational (schools thru 12th grade)
- Factory (assembling, fabricating, finishing, manufacturing, etc.)
- High Hazard (flammable, combustible, corrosive, explosive)
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COAL WAS WEALTH
* A mixed occupancy building containing commercial use below and a residential use above,
with an increased fire load in the commercial, would increase the danger to residents
above.
41. • Occupancy; (may determine severity of life & the intensity of the fire)
- Institutional (hospitals, jails, nursing homes, assisted living)
- Mercantile (drug, retail, wholesale stores)
- Residential (hotels, motels, apartment houses, private dwellings)
- Storage (non-hazard warehouses)
- Utility and Miscellaneous (barns, green houses, sheds)
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COAL WAS WEALTH
42. • Apparatus/Personnel/Equipment;
Apparatus:
- adequacy of responding units (pumpers, ladders, tankers, etc.)
- response time (re-flex time and availability of mutual aid)
- any changes in response patterns
- the need for large caliber streams and/or large
diameter hose
- staging (location, enough units, security)
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COAL WAS WEALTH
What units are responding or on scene? It is imperative to
know who has arrived and who is responding, as well the
types of apparatus at the scene or requested to the scene.
43. • Apparatus/Personnel/Equipment;
Personnel:
- sufficient FF manpower* (greater or resound the alarm,
mutual aid)
- rehab (Red Cross, Salvation Army, Ladies Auxiliary)
- Safety Officer
- FAST/RIT/RIC unit(s)
- EMS (ALS & BLS)
- other agencies (Health, PD, Sanitation, Highway, Tactical Medics)
* With insufficient manpower, rescue takes precedence.
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COAL WAS WEALTH
44. • Apparatus/Personnel/Equipment;
Equipment:
- to handle hazard materials
- foam, Purple K
- medical
- positive pressure fans
- scene flood lighting
- extra SCBA tanks
- heavy machinery (bulldozers, payloaders, cranes)
MAKE A GOOD SIZE-UP
COAL WAS WEALTH
45. • Life; OUR PRIMARY priority at any operation!
- both FF’s and occupants (how many, location, condition,
accessibility, available resources)
- residential occupancy (day time versus night time)
- commercial occupancy (day time versus night time)
- institutional occupancy (ambulatory or non-ambulatory)
- assembly occupancy (houses of worship, restaurants, arenas, large
crowds)
- vacant (risk?)
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COAL WAS WEALTH
“Don’t risk FF’s lives for what is already lost. Use a
Calculated risk of FF’s lives to protect Savable lives.”
“Rules of Engagement for Structural Firefighting” IAFC
46. MAKE A GOOD SIZE-UP
COAL WAS WEALTH
• Water supply;
- availability of a positive water source
- the location, serviceability and is it sufficient
- hydrants (the pressure, spacing, is it a dry or dead-end hydrant)
- tanks, ponds, pools and cisterns
- tanker shuttles
- drafting
47. MAKE A GOOD SIZE-UP
COAL WAS WEALTH
• Auxiliary Appliances;
- sprinkler systems and standpipe systems
- wet and dry chemical systems
- total flooding systems, (Halon, CO2, Nitrogen)
- fire pumps
- foam systems
Consider;
what is the status of the system(s)?
is it working automatically?
can it be manually operated? The location of shut-off
valves?
are there FD connections? and there location?
48. MAKE A GOOD SIZE-UP
COAL WAS WEALTH
• Street conditions and Topography;
Street conditions:
- placement of apparatus
- overhead wires, elevated roads, railways
- snow, water conditions
- construction trenches, road repaving
- double parked cars, delivery trucks
- dead ends, narrow streets
- limited access (industrial parks, gated communities)
49. MAKE A GOOD SIZE-UP
COAL WAS WEALTH
• Street conditions and Topography;
Topography:
- grade elevation, building set backs (ground ladder
and aerial ladder placement difficulty)
- steepness of the slope (ladder placement)
- is there a creek, pond, or river behind the building
Note: There are some buildings where the lobby is on one
floor and at the rear of the building, this level is higher or
lower. As an example……
50. Two California FF died while operating at this structure – NIOSH 2011-13 report
TOPOGRAPHY
51. Two California FF died while operating at this structure – NIOSH 2011-13 report
Severe topography situation, the fire floor was one floor below street level
52. MAKE A GOOD SIZE-UP
COAL WAS WEALTH
• Weather conditions;
- weather conditions can hamper response
- wind/velocity/direction (wind impacted fire, convection carrying
embers)
- heat and humidity (heat exhaustion, heat stroke)
- snow accumulations (slower response, hinder ladder placement)
- wet and ice conditions (black ice, slower response)
- freezing temperature ( wind chill, hypothermia, mechanical
issues, frozen hydrants)
53. MAKE A GOOD SIZE-UP
COAL WAS WEALTH
• Exposures;
- distance (nearer the exposure, a greater chance of fire, convection and
radiant heat)
- six sides of a fire, (room and building)
- most severely threatened versus most threatened life
exposure
- property and environment conservation
- exposed surface material (it’s combustibility)
- other exposures such as storage tanks (propane)
Convection, Conduction and Radiation
55. MAKE A GOOD SIZE-UP
COAL WAS WEALTH
• Area of the building;
- large area = long stretches
- size of the attack lines
- large volume of fire = heavy smoke and heat
- search lines, thermal imaging cameras
- does the building have smoke vents? (automatic,
manual, melt type)
56. MAKE A GOOD SIZE-UP
COAL WAS WEALTH
• Location and Extent of the fire;
- can determine what overall tactics are used
- what is burning?, how long has it been burning?
where is it going?, how fast will it get there?
- location within the building or property;
• cellar, basement, top floor, cockloft, shaft,
compactor, ducts, voids.
- fire impact on the building;
• collapse (length of time the fire has been burning)
- color of the smoke;
• stage of heating.
57. MAKE A GOOD SIZE-UP
COAL WAS WEALTH
Photo courtesy of Ed Tracy, Former Chief of Dept., Sierra Madre, CA
Location – 2nd floor
Extent – fully involved
58. MAKE A GOOD SIZE-UP
COAL WAS WEALTH
• Time of the Day, Day of the Week, Time of the Year; (the IC
must consider time when calculating the life hazard)
- occupants sleeping at night (time of day)
- rush hour traffic, (time of day)
- holiday shopping (time of year)
- religious holidays (time of year)
- historic dates or anniversaries* (time of year)
- occupant load (time of day, day of week, time of year)
- limited visibility at night (time of day)
- re-flex time mutual aid (time recognized/request until operational)
*Historic dates or anniversaries could be a previous terrorist attack or politically significant
dates. (such as 9/11, Oklahoma City, Waco Texas, Iraq and/or Afghanistan wars)
59. MAKE A GOOD SIZE-UP
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• Height of the building;
- building access, egress, exterior rescue operations
- High-Rise, (stack effect, control of HVAC)
- elevator operations
- standpipe operations
- fire escape stretches
- long stretches
- possible areas of refuge
- aerial/tower ladders (do you have them?, beyond your reach?)
61. Battalion Chief Dave Dodson in his presentation “The Art
of Reading Smoke”, states;
“All personnel arriving on scene have a responsibility to
size-up the building, this includes reading smoke to
determine what is burning, where it is burning, how long
it’s been burning and how hot it is burning.”
“FF’s must examine the smoke carefully. The decision to
enter or exit the structure, is based in part of these
characteristics of smoke, volume, velocity, density and
color.”
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62. MAKE A GOOD SIZE-UP
Smoke issuing from the structure tells a lot about what
the fire is going to do.
Smoke is a combustible gas that can indicate the type
of fire and volume.
Smoke can lead to a rollover, flashover or even a
backdraft.
* It should be noted here that modern building contents
involve hydrocarbon and synthetic based material such
as foam rubber, nylon, rayon and polypropylene.
63. MAKE A GOOD SIZE-UP
* A recent UL research project “Impact of Ventilation” on
modern content fires, disclosed that “a common event
during the experiments was that once the fire became
ventilation limited, the smoke being forced out of the gaps
of the houses greatly diminished or stopped all together.”
* “No smoke showing during size-up should increase
awareness of the potential conditions inside.”
* “Once the front door is opened, attention should be
given to the flow through the door. A rapid in-rush of air
or a tunneling effect could indicate a ventilation limited
fire.”
64. MAKE A GOOD SIZE-UP
• Volume of smoke: relative to the size of the building, light
smoke from a large building can be deceptive;
- smoke volume is an indicator of the amount of fuels
that are “off-gassing” within a specified space.
- can establish relativity about the size of the fire.
- it would not take much fire to fill a 1200 square foot
dwelling with smoke, but it would take considerable
fire to show a small amount of smoke coming from
Macy’s or a Sears.
65. MAKE A GOOD SIZE-UP
Looking at the Volume of smoke coming from this
structure, what are you facing?
A lot of fuel
“off-
gassing”,
large fire
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• Velocity of smoke (Pressure): Only two things can create
smoke pressure, 1. heat and 2. restricting the volume of smoke
within a room or building;
- velocity is an indicator of pressure built up within.
- volume pushed smoke will slow down right away
and will likely sink when it moves outside.
- heat pushed smoke will leave the building and
gradually slow as the smoke rises.
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• Velocity of smoke (Pressure):
- if the smoke is smooth or calm (also referred as
Laminar), the building is absorbing more heat.
- if the smoke is turbulent (rolling/boiling), a
flashover is likely to occur.
68. MAKE A GOOD SIZE-UP
How fast the smoke is leaving can indicate the volume or
heat and helps find the location of the fire. The faster the
smoke, the closer the fire, Velocity
Laminar
smoke in the
rear
Turbulent
smoke leaving
the front
Where is the
main body of
fire?
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• Density of smoke: Incomplete combustion causes smoke to
thicken and become dense;
- smoke density is indicative of the amount of fuel
that is laden within the smoke.
- the thicker the smoke, the more fuel there is
available to burn.
- the more fuel available to burn, the more likely to
have a flashover.
70. MAKE A GOOD SIZE-UP
• Density of smoke:
- dense smoke has the ability to “light-off” at any
given time.
- for FF safety, remember…………..
“DENSE SMOKE UNDER HIGH VELOSITY IS A NO GO!!!!”
71. MAKE A GOOD SIZE-UP
The Density of smoke indicates the quality of burning, the
continuity of fuel, and the likelihood and degree of an
outcome.
Looking
at the
density
of this
smoke,
what do
you think
will
happen? FLASHOVER
72. MAKE A GOOD SIZE-UP
• Color of smoke:
- reading of smoke is essential to the outcome of the
incident.
- smoke color is not predictable to what is burning,
unless it is a single fuel fire.
- fire location.
- tan or brown smoke, natural materials.
73. MAKE A GOOD SIZE-UP
• Color of smoke:
- plastics and painted surfaces appear to be grey.
- the darker the smoke, the hotter it is.
- black smoke can appear grey when mixed with
moisture from other heated materials.
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As smoke travels throughout a building, carbon content is
left along walls and contents, causing the smoke to be
filtered and can lighten the smoke Color.
Therefore, white or
light smoke should
never be
overlooked !
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The amount of smoke movement is also an indicator of
temperature.
- Twisting, boiling smoke which rises very rapidly, is
very hot.
- Lazy (Laminar), drifting smoke is not.
If heavy smoke is showing from the entire building, but
you see no visible fire, expect a cellar/basement fire. Take
a quick look at the chimney to verify this. Even during the
heating season, a normal oil or gas burner does not send
large amounts of smoke up a chimney, but a working
cellar/basement fire can.
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White ringed
black smoke
Exterior walls
(well insulated)
not hot
Air tight
structures may
not leak any
smoke
Thermopane
windows will
not conduct
heat to outer
pane
Thermopane
windows are glued
in – won’t rattle
Thick black
smoke will
likely obscure
any flame
Yesterday vs. Today
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Photo by permission of The Firefighters Support Foundation
Looking at the fire from this position
Do Your 3600 Size-Up
Looks like fire on 2nd
and the top floor
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Photo by permission of The Firefighters Support Foundation
But from this position!
Do Your 3600 Size-Up
A whole new
perspective on this
side, with an
exposure problem
80. Remember, Size-Up starts with the receipt of the
alarm;
- where am I going?
- what type of structure and occupancy?
- what units are responding or on scene?
- monitor the radio for additional information from
dispatch, (numerous calls, people trapped, people on the fire
escape)
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81. Remember, Size-Up starts with the receipt of the
alarm;
- listen to the Initial size-up by first arriving officer,
Is the Officer Excited?
- where is the fire located?
- what is being done?
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82. Upon arrival, perform or obtain a “ 360” size-up
around the perimeter of the building for a visual of the
affected area and the surrounding properties.
Assess the situation for the following information:
- existing conditions and the actions taken (Offensive ,
Offensive–Defensive, Defensive-Offensive, Defensive Strategy or Offensive
Exterior Attack)
- the location and extent of the fire (what’s burning?, where is
it going?, how fast will it get there? How long has it been burning?)
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83. Assessment continued:
- the known and possible life hazards and the progress
of the searches (Primary and Secondary)
- the location of units present and where are they
operating
- is positive water supply established?
- what type of construction (buildings age, evidence of
deterioration, weathering, lightweight construction)
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Assessment continued:
- any unique features? (parapet walls, marquees, signs,
and roof fixtures that could lead to a collapse, metal
roofs, solar panels, cell antennas)
- are there fire escapes present? (stretching of
hoselines)
- are there alternate entrance doors at the sides and/or
the rear?
- is the rear accessible?
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Assessment continued:
- are there security gates, window bars or any
inaccessible window/door conditions?
- as units arrive, assign specific tasks or stage them
- is there a need for apparatus re-positioning?
- how well are portable ladders positioned?
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Assessment continued:
- what is the location of operating hoselines? (need to
be re-positioned, additional lines needed?)
- how are operations progressing? (should units be re-
deployed, are additional units needed?)
- what are the fire, heat and smoke conditions?
(additional alarms or Mutual Aid?)
- has fire extended within the building?
- what type and location of interior stairs? (Scissor, spiral)
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Assessment continued:
- any extension into the exposures? (Immediate or
potential problems?)
- topography?
- FAST/RIT/RIC unit(s) designated and on scene?
- Safety Officer designated and on scene?
- radio channel frequencies of operating units and
Command
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Assessment continued:
- Incident Command Post (ICP)
- staging (location, security)
The ICP should be established in proximity to the front
of the building, close enough to maintain radio
communications with the operating units but outside of
the collapse zone and far enough away to be able to
properly size-up the situation. If possible, able to view two
sides of the building
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“The IC shall have overall authority for the management
of the incident”, (NFPA 1561 “Standard on Emergency Services Incident
Management System”, §5.3.1)
The IC must establish and maintain a command post
outside of the structure to assign companies and delegate
functions, continually evaluate the risk versus gain of
continued fire fighting efforts. (NFPA 1561)
This process includes initiating the tactical worksheet,
and starting the personnel accounting system. (NFPA 1561)
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In establishing a command post (ICP), the IC shall
ensure the following; (NFPA 1561)
• The ICP is located in or tied to a vehicle to establish
presence and visibility.
• The ICP includes radio capability to monitor and
communicate with assigned tactical operations,
command, and designated traffic channels for the
incident.
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In establishing a command post (ICP), the IC shall
ensure the following; (NFPA 1561)
• The location of the ICP is communicated to the
dispatch center.
• The IC, or his/her designee, is present at the
command post.
• The ICP should be located in the incident cold zone.
93. Exposure #1 or
Alpha side
Exposure #4 or
Delta side
Exposure #2 or
Bravo side
Exposure #3 or
Charlie side
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COMMAND POST (able to see two sides of the building and outside of the
collapse zone)
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Many of the traditional “13” size-up points you might be
able to answer while responding, by knowing your district.
An alarm is transmitted for a part of your town that you
know is all private residential homes, you already have
some knowledge of the;
- Construction (type 5 wood frame)
- Occupancy (private residential)
- Apparatus/personnel/equipment (Unknown yet)
- Life (what time is the alarm?, residents awake or sleeping)
- Water (hydrants or tankers)
- Auxiliary Appliances (probably not)
- Street conditions/Topography (overhead wires)
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- Street Conditions/Topography (level grade)
- Weather (you are out in it, snow, rain, wind)
- Exposures (due to zoning laws, min lot sizes, i.e. 40’x100’)
- Area of the building (private dwelling, building 25’ x 40’)
- Location and Extent of the fire (Unknown yet)
- Time (residents awake/sleeping, your FD response)
- Height (most private dwellings 1 or 2 stories)
As by this example, you already possess information
that addresses “11” of the “13” points of a Size-Up.
97. Summary : ORCA – SIZE UP
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OPERATIONAL
RISKS
CONTEXT
ALGORITHM
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Remember Size-Up starts with the receipt of the alarm
and continues until the fire is under control.
Do your 3600 Size-Up, as the fire progresses, so will
your size-up.
Get as much information as possible. Pre-plans play a
huge role before and during size-up.
Always be concerned with lightweight construction and
it’s presence must be reported to the IC and to all units.
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Communicate, Communicate, Communicate
“Risk versus Reward”
• Risk a lot to save a lot (savable lives).
• Risk little to save little (savable property).
• Risk nothing to save nothing (lives/property already lost).
“EVERYBODY GOES HOME”
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A special Thank You to the following for their comments
and suggestions in the preparation of this presentation.
A friend for more than forty years, Ed Tracy, former Chief
of Dept, Sierra Madre, CA.,
And
Dave Walsh, Program Chair, Dept of Fire Science,
Dutchess County Community College, Poughkeepsie, NY
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THANK YOU - ANY QUESTIONS?