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TACTICAL PROBLEM

Tactical Fire Problem – Chimney Fire

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This week the tactical fire problem is a chimney fire. Take a look.

1.) What does a close look size up tell you here?

2.) Do you have any indications of extension? What are they?

3.) What do the small windows indicate on the B (Bravo) side of the main house.

4.) What is your incident action plan?

5.) Does the fact that this appears to be more recent construction help you or hurt you?

TACTICAL PROBLEM

Tactical Fire Problem – Trash Chute Fire

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This week the tactical Fire Problem is a Trash Chute. These were commonly found in late 60’s and 70’s construction in mid and high rise structures. If you have any of these or respond mutual aid to one, check it out.

1.) Lets assume you are on floor 4 and the door appears wedged open. How can you slow smoke spread?

2.) What can you do to clear a blocked chute?

3.) What companies and how many do you send to the lowest level room, or incinerator?

4.) Is a confined small fire in the chute the potential for greater alarms?

5.) What affect does the construction of the building have on this incident?

 

WEEKLY ROUNDTABLE

Firefighting Today Weekly Roundtable – Accountability Systems

This week the panel will discuss the different accountability systems used by each department. We will talk about what works, how it works, and how it interfaces with Incident Command as well as mutual aid departments. We will also talk about conducting PAR at incidents.

Leave comments and suggestions here at the Events page or leave a YOUTUBE comment to interact with the panel.

You can also watch live or watch any of our archives atfirefightingtoday.com.

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