WEEKLY SKILL DRILL SUMMARY – VIDEOS FOUND AT www

WEEKLY SKILL DRILL SUMMARY – VIDEOS FOUND AT www.YouTube.com/PennFireTraining *Required by All Personnel*
Power Saw Operations
Oct. 6th-12th, 2013
All members operate all power saws, discuss operations and maintenance
Stair Chair Operations
Oct. 13th-19th, 2013
All members operate Medic 13/Medic 14 stair chair, discuss operations
Drafting Operations
Oct. 20th-26th, 2013
Set-Up Tanker and Engine for drafting operation
Gumby/Mustang Suits
Oct. 27th-31st, 2013
All members don gumby suit and discuss ice rescue operations
SUBJECT
DATE
TIME
LOCATION
INSTRUCTOR
EMS QA/QI
October 8th, 2013
0900
MHSB
EMS Directors
EMS QA/QI
October 23rd, 2013
1900
MHSB
EMS Directors
EMS QA/QI
October 9th & 24th, 2013
0900
SJRMC
EMS Directors
CPR-Mega-Codes – MANDATORY DRILL
October 4th & 8th 2013
0900
Station 14
DC Yoder/FF. Hershberger
th
CPR-Mega-Codes – MANDATORY DRILL
October 7 , 2013
1900
Station 14
DC Yoder/FF. Hershberger
SUBJECT
DATE
TIME
LOCATION
INSTRUCTOR
Live Fire Training
October 11th & 25th, 2013
1300
Toledo
DC Kazmierzak
Live Fire Training
October 26th, 2013
0800
Toledo
DC Kazmierzak
SPECIAL OPERATIONS DRILLS
SUBJECT
DATE
TIME
LOCATION
INSTRUCTOR
th
th
th
Trench Rescue Drill
Oct. 9 , 10 , 11 , 2013
0800
Warsaw
MABAS TRT Instructors
OFFICER DRILLS
SUBJECT
DATE
TIME
LOCATION
INSTRUCTOR
Senior Staff Meeting
Oct. 8th& 22th, 2013
0800
Station #14
Chief Officers
Officers Drill
October 11th, 2013
0900
Station #14
Chief Officers
DAILY REQUIRED DRILLS
SUBJECT
DATE
TIME
LOCATION
INSTRUCTOR
Company Readiness Drills
Officers Choice
TBA
TBA
Company Officer
SCBA Drills/Apparatus Drills & Inspections
Daily
0700
Firehouse
Each Firefighter
QUICK DRILLS *Required by All Personnel*
Quick Drill 1
Quick Drill 2
Quick Drill 3
Quick Drill 4
Quick Drill 5
Quick Drill 6
Solid Strike Nozzle
Masking Up
Blue Card Terminology Review
Dispatch High Incident SOG
Personal Gear Bag
ALIVE Web-Based Training – See Pg 2 for Instructions – Must be completed by ALL MEMBERS, No Exceptions
WIND DRIVEN FIRES FOR THIS MONTH – OR BOTH IF YOU DID NOT COMPLETE PREVIOUSLY!
PENN TWP. FIRE DEPT.
Fire Attack and Survival 2013
Firefighter Safety and Survival for
2013 and Beyond

A rapid 360 degree size-up must be
performed and communicated:
 Is there a BASEMENT?
 What HEAT/SMOKE/FIRE BEHAVIOR
observations do you see around the
structure?
 What BUILDING CONSTRUCTION
hazards or lightweight construction cues
are present?

ZERO VISIBILITY kills firefighters.
 If you are walking and can’t see your feet
then you must crawl
 If you are crawling and loose sight of the
floor; you should leave that area

10 Minute operational periods allow for safer
assessments of the fire ground.
 If progress is not being made, consider
tactical withdrawal
 Companies operating on-air for greater
than 10 minutes are nearing escape limits
of air supply capability. Watch out!
New Terms and Principles
Today’s Fire Attack and Fireground

Hit it HARD from the YARD




Cool gases before they kill you

If your flag is horizontal, you have
ingredients for a wind driven fire
event


All will have lightweight materials and
methods of construction.
Many will have large open floor plans and
space for gases to accumulate.
Opening the front door is
ventilation


A fire that can no longer grow due to lack
of air but will reignite and probably grow
faster and hotter with ventilation.
2800 sq/ft is the average size of a
single family home built after 2008.

You may not have time to recover
from a bad or incomplete decision
Control the Air Flow and you will
control the fire
 From ventilation to escalation of
temperatures will occur within 80
-160 seconds
Ventilation Limited Fire

This may be your best offensive attack
made from a defensive position
Kill the possibility of FLASHOVER



We would never send a crew into a vent
hole on a roof; you may be doing the same
thing at the front door
Think about the big picture

You work in an environment that is
collapsing and will flashover
Penn Twp. Fire Department
Company Deployment Drills
Weekly Skill Drill
Power Saw Operation
Critical Safety Points: Use of proper PPE including hearing, eye, hand protection while
performing operations. Avoid fuel leaks, blade/chain or saw damage, and use of correct
chain/blade for application.
NFPA Standard: 1001
Task: Perform basic operational functions of power
saw equipment.
JPR#: 5-3.12
Equipment Required: PPE, Cutters’ Edge Chainsaw, Partner (rotary) Saw, spare chain/spare
blade, hand tools for blade/saw maintenance, fuel, and saw lubricant.
Apparatus or Specific Equipment:
Chainsaw, Rotary Saws from Trks
Member Instructions: Perform operational check of power saws including all start-up, warm-up, cool-down and routine field service
functions. Demonstrate changing of blade/chain and describe uses of each type of blade/chain.
Instructor Instructions: Evaluate the members’ ability to perform routine saw operation functions including start-up, operation and
return to service procedures according to manufacturer recommendations. Instruct member to change blade/chain based on a given
scenario for saw use.
No.
Chainsaw
TASK STEP
1.
Wears PPE (including eye and hearing protection).
2.
Follows manufacturer/departmental recommendations for starting.
3.
Makes sure that fuel is full. Makes sure bar and chain oil are full if applicable
4.
Checks throttle trigger for smooth operation.
5.
Ensures saw, blade, air filter, and chain brake are clean and working as applicable.
6.
Inspect blade for even wear and any obvious damage if applicable.
7.
Check chain for wear, missing teeth, or other damage. Checks chain end for
proper tension. Check chain catcher. Lubricate as necessary.
8.
Checks for loose nuts/screws and tightens if needed.
9.
Checks starter and starter cord for wear.
10.
Start saw. (SEE SAW START-UP PROCEDURES GUIDE SHEET)
1
Partner Saw
Penn Twp. Fire Department
Company Deployment Drills
Weekly Skill Drill
11.
Allow saw to warm-up and avoid high RPM operation until running temperature is
attained.
12
Makes sure bar and chain are being lubricated while running if applicable.
13.
Operate the chain brake if applicable.
14.
Makes sure stop switch functions.
15.
Records results of inspection.
Return Power Saw to Service
1.
Wears PPE (including eye and hearing protection).
2.
Follows manufacturer recommendations.
3.
Removes clutch cover, bar, and chain. Inspects clutch cover, bar, and chain for damage
and wear. Replaces if necessary.
4.
Cleans/inspects clutch cover, drive, bar, chain/blade and power head using a cloth, cleaning
solvent, and compressed air.
5.
Inspects air filter and cleans/replaces as needed.
6.
Coats components with a substance recommended by the manufacturer to prevent coating
if applicable.
7.
Plac bar and chain or blade back onto bar or arbor.
8.
Replace any remaining covers, guards or devices removed for cleaning.
9.
Adjusts the chain tension (makes sure bar and chain cool before adjusting).
10.
Verify that blade/chain are installed in correct operational direction.
11.
Fill with fuel. Check all bar and chain oil, lubricants or motor oil.
12.
Documents maintenance on departmental log.
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Power Saws Teaching Points
Power Saw Operation
Starting procedures:
Teaching points
 Place the saw on stable ground, avoid “ drop starting” the saw
 Place the saw in a position that I will not “walk” while in idle
 Ensure the blade is attached tightly to the bar, or the arbor nut is tight
 Check blade for missing teeth, (carbide tips)
 Slowly pull the start cord out checking for excessive wear and tear
 Circular saws Arbor,Curf, MAX RPM’s must match the saws specs(located on the saw)
1. Remove the shoulder strap
2. Push the decompression button in (if not already in the pushed in position, the decompression
button should always be pushed in and ready to go)
3. Ensure the choke is in the pulled out position (cold start)
4. Ensure the stop switch in in the “run” position
5. Place one knee on top of the body of the saw
6. Pull start the saw until you hear a “pop” of the engine.
7. Push the choke in
8. Push the decompression button back in
9. Once the saw starts allow to idle for 45 sec to 1 min
10. Full throttle for 15 sec
11. Allow the saw to return to idle
12. Turn the saw off with the stop button/switch ( if you have an electrical problem and are unable
to shut the saw down, pull the choke out fully to stop the motor.)
13. Watch the blade for movement even if the motor is shut down
If the saw will not start due to flooding:
Teaching points
 Flooding is the result of too much gas in the carburetor
 The smell of gas will give you an indication that the saw is “flooded”
 Check the spark plug, replace with a new one if unsure
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Ensure the stop switch is in the “run” position
Push the choke all the way in
Fully squeeze the trigger and hold (easier with two people)
Pull start the saw ( could take multiple pulls)
Once the saw “pops” continue to fully squeeze the trigger until the saw runs normally
Let the saw idle
Shut off the saw
Re-start the saw using the steps above
Penn Twp. Fire Department
Company Deployment Drills
Weekly Skill Drill
Stair Chair / Stretcher / Heavy Patient Protocol
Critical Safety Points: Back and lifting safety, pinch points, communications during lifting
and stretcher lifts.
NFPA Standard: NFPA 1001
Task: Demonstrate the use of EMS stair chair,
stretcher and review heavy patient lifting protocols.
JPR#: DNA
Equipment Required: Stair chair, ambulance stretcher, heavy lifting aids and devices
Apparatus or Specific Equipment:
Still District Ambulance
Member Instructions: Demonstrate the storage, set-up and use of stair chair, stretcher and heavy lifting equipment.
Instructor Instructions: Instruct crews to simulate simulated heavy patient lift procedure and use of stair chair and stretcher in all setup configurations.
No.
1.
2.
3.
TASK STEP
Discuss assessment of scene and patient condition for proper transfer equipment.
Review operation of stretcher from ambulance to ground, ground to ambulance and during
patient transfer.
Review operation of stair chair from stored position to transfer position.
4.
Review operation of heavy lifting equipment to transfer simulated heavy patient (rescue
dummy simulation)
5.
Discuss heavy lifting techniques, member safety, patient safety and resources available for
heavy lifting situations.
6.
Return all equipment to proper storage and service.
FIRST TEST
Pass
Fail
RETEST
Pass
Fail
PENN TWP. FIRE DEPARTMENT
Version:
2012
MINIMUM PERFORMANCE STANDARD
JOB PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
Contains all NFPA
1410 evolutions
except #3
Title: DRAFTING OPERATIONS
DRAFTING OPERATIONS
INSTRUCTIONS TO EVALUATOR: Read instructions to fire fighter. Do not provide assistance to fire fighter.
Use district tanker and engine.
INSTRUCTIONS TO FIREFIGHTER: Perform the following skills as a member of a three-person company.
Each person will be graded individually. If you see something that is not being done correctly or at all tell your
partner so you will get credit. You must pass each item to pass this exam.
Set up for drafting from porta-tank that is already set up
1. Hard suction hose removed safely from apparatus
2. Check female swivel for gasket
3. Low level suction strainer attached
4. Hard suction correctly attached to pump
5. Only rubber mallet is used to tighten fittings
Pass or fail?
Establishes draft using properly set up hard suction hose and strainer and fire pump
with discharge connected to deck pipe or hose line.
1. Ensures parking brake is set and transmission is in Neutral.
2. With foot on brake pedal, places apparatus into pump gear.
3. Confirms pump is engaged by:
 Observing indicator light
 Observing speedometer increase
4. Places two-stage pump into volume or capacity mode.
5. Ensures all discharge and intake valves and drains are closed.
6. Opens intake valve to hard suction hose attached to pump.
7. Activates primer and slightly increase engine speed using throttle.
 Observe compound gauge for drop indicating vacuum
 Does not prime for more than 45 seconds
8. Once pump is primed, releases primer control then simultaneously opens
discharge slowly while throttling up to develop pressure.
9. Identifies a minimum of two indicators than pump is primed:
 The priming pump is no longer making noise and water is observed being
discharged on the ground under the pump
 The compound gauge show a minimum pressure of 10 PSI
 A continuous flow of water is observed from the selected discharge
10. Once discharge is fully open, continues to throttle up to obtain desired discharge
pressure.
11. Once discharge pressure is obtained, set relief valve/pressure governor
Pass or fail?
A. Performs system check when pump will not prime
B. Demonstrates shutting down operation following reverse procedure
Pass or fail?
Pass or Fail?
Pass or Fail?
MEMBER PERFORMING EVOLUTION:
COMMENTS:
EVALUATOR'S SIGNATURE
DATE
Penn Twp. Fire Department
Company Deployment Drills
Weekly Skill Drill
Gumby Suit Donning
Critical Safety Points: Proper donning steps, security of all closures on garment, security of
carabineers and proper position of water rescue harness and rope.
NFPA Standard: NFPA 1006
Task: Don a “gumby” suit from assigned apparatus
into a “ready to enter” condition.
IDHS: TRA / WROPS
JPR#: 11.1.2
Equipment Required: Gumby suit, water rescue harness, water rescue rope.
Apparatus or Specific Equipment:
Squad 13 & Squad 14
Member Instructions: Don gumby suit from stored position to ready to enter water condition including attachment of water rescue
harness and water rescue rope.
Instructor Instructions: Instruct member to don gumby suit and inspect all closures and equipment for ready position.
No.
TASK STEP
FIRST TEST
Pass
1.
2.
Describe the types of responses that donning of equipment would be necessary.
Assemble gumby suit, harness and water rescue rope from stored position.
3.
Unpack and roll-out suit with feet away from you while opening all closures.
4.
Don suit in correct sequence.
5.
Attach water rescue harness and check for proper closures and locking.
6.
Attach tag line to harness.
7.
Identify the position of the large carabineer in relation to water rescue rope when
approaching victim.
8.
Describe how a victim is secured to rescuer and signals used for retrieval of rescuer and
victim.
9.
Doff and return equipment to proper in-service positions.
Fail
RETEST
Pass
Fail
Fire Suppression Topics
High Rise
Rack Storage
Schools
Attic Fires
High Value
Property
Multi-Family
Dwellings
Elevator
Operations
Assisted Living or
Medical Care
Lightweight
Construction
Fire/HazMat
Combo Incidents
Big Box
Occupancies
Severe Weather
Operations
Buildings Under
Construction
Vent-EnterSearch
Fire w/ Multiple
Victims
U-Store-It or Mini
Warehouses
Large Single
Family Homes
Special Hazard
Construction
Obvious Rescues
Fuel Spills
Fast Food
Restaurants
Basement Fires
Sprinklered
Buildings
Mutual Aid
Operations
Transitional
Operations
Top 10 Self-Survival Skills
Risk/Benefit
Analysis (Go or No-Go)
Ladder & Rope
Escapes
SCBA Donning
and Doffing
Handcuff Knot &
Bowline Knot
PASS Activation
MAYDAY
Coupling
Identification
Wall Breech
Buddy Breathing
Disentanglement
PUMP OPERTION TOPICS
Drafting Operations
EVOC SOG Review
Supply Standpipe/Sprinklers
Emergency Driving Evaluation
Driver Evaluations – FSVO Course
Vehicle Positioning and Set-up
Foam Operations
Tools and Equipment Review
Daily / Weekly / Monthly Apparatus Check
Procedures
Reserve Apparatus Refresher
Conditions That Require Apparatus to be
Taken OOS
Equipment Familiarization
SCBA TRAINING TOPICS
SCBA Inspection Procedures
SCBA Policy and Procedure
Safety Checks and PASS Device
60 Second Donning Check
Activation/Resetting
500 psi Drill
Shift/Dump/Redon SCBA
Point of No Return Drill
Air Conservation Techniques
Escape from Entanglement
Shared Regulator Escape Technique
Consumption Testing
Using Quick Fill Devices
RIT Pack or Spare SCBA
Toxic Bottle Change
Refilling Cylinders
Annual Fit Testing
SCBA Maze or Confidence Course
Emergency Breathing Techniques
Donning SCBA from Jump Seat
Mutual Aid SCBA Familiarization
Wall Breech Maneuvers
Scuttle Hole Simulation
SCBA Malfunctions
Changing SCBA on Downed Firefighter
MISC DRILL TOPICS
MAYDAY Drill
Conducting Vent –Enter - Search
Communicating Progress Reports
Emergency Evacuation Procedures
Completing Accident/Injury Reports
Infection Control Policy
Initial On-Scene Radio Reports
Apparatus Positioning at Incidents
Fire Alarm Investigation Procedures
Suspicious Packages
Abandon Baby Protocol / SAFE Place
Employee Assistance Program
Master Stream Operations
Standard Tool Assignments
Company Level Instructor Skills
NFPA 1410 Deployment Drill
Emergency Incident Rehab
District Target Hazard Familiarization
Requesting a Box Alarm
HazMat Identification Resources
Apparatus Familiarization
Reading Smoke
Incident Scene Safety
Incident Management System
MSA FireHawk® SCBA
0800 & After Use SCBA Inspection
1. Visually check the overall physical condition of the unit and remove the dust cover from the male
fitting on the ICM Male Quick-Fill fitting.
2. Close the cylinder valve and purge the system of any residual air using the Red Bypass Control
knob. Close the bypass fully. If Pass Alarm was activated, reset the Pass Alarm by depressing
the yellow Reset Button 2 times. Make sure the regulator is turned off by depressing the Shutoff
Button located on the bottom of the Firehawk Mask Mounted Regulator when the bypass is on
the wearer’s left.
3. Disconnect the High Pressure Coupling Nut and check condition of the nipple seal
gasket / “O” Ring.
4. Reconnect the High Pressure Coupling Nut, making sure that the Audi-Alarm Audible Bell is properly aligned. (Hand tight only)
5. Check condition of the grey “O” Ring on the Firehawk Mask Mounted Regulator (MMR).
6. Grasp and insert Firehawk Mask Mounted Regulator into facepiece adapter by pushing inward.
Check for proper engagement by pulling on the Firehawk Mask Mounted Regulator to ensure regulator is securely attached to the facepiece adapter. The Red Bypass Knob should be on the wearers
left.
7. Check the facepiece for a seal and activation of the Donning/Shut- Off Switch. Inhale in facepiece
to check for proper seal. Exhale to check for operation of Exhalation Valve.
8. Remove the facepiece from your face and depress the Shutoff Button on the bottom of the Firehawk Mask Mounted Regulator. Do not disengage Firehawk Mask Mounted Regulator
from facepiece.
9. Open Cylinder Valve fully and listen for activation of Audi-Alarm Audible Bell, and the Redundant
Low Air Alarm on the ICM 2000 Pass / Gauge Assembly.
10. Check Cylinder and remote gauge for accuracy. (There should be no more than 400 psi difference)
11. Check the Pass Alarm by allowing the unit to remain motionless. The Pass Alarm will activate in approximately 18 seconds. The Pass Alarm will go through a series of 3 rising audible tones before
activation of full alarm. Reset by depressing the Yellow Reset Button 2 times.
12. Check operation of the Manual Pass Alarm (hold red button for 1 second to activate).
Reset by depressing the yellow reset button 2 times.
13. Don the facepiece, inhale and check operation; test the bypass by fully opening and closing
the red bypass control knob. Remove the facepiece from your face, allowing a flow of air to
insure positive pressure. Depress the shutoff button on the bottom of the Firehawk Mask
Mounted Regulator. Do not disengage Firehawk Mask Mounted Regulator from facepiece.
14. Close Cylinder Valve; watch the Remote Gauge for 10 seconds.
Note: Any drop in pressure indicates a leak.
15. Open the Bypass Control Knob slightly, watch the Remote Gauge and listen for activation of
the Audi-Alarm Audible Bell and Redundant Low Air Alarm on the ICM 2000 to activate at approximately 1100 psi. When residual air is completely bled from unit, fully close the Red
Bypass Control Knob. Place facepiece in pouch.
16. Turn off the ICM 2000 Pass / Redundant Low Air Alarm by depressing the Yellow Button 2 times.
17. Replace the rubber dust cover on the male fitting of the ICM Quick-Fill Fitting. Rotate dust cover to
take up any slack with connection strap.
18. Don the unit checking for the reliability and operation of all straps.
19. Doff the unit, fully extending all straps.
20. Check the Cylinder Air Pressure and change the cylinder if air pressure is at or below 4050 psi.
ID 0105-140-MC / Oct 2006
© MSA 2006 Printed in U.S.A.
CLEANING AND DISINFECTING
e. Clean the pressure-demand exhalation valve by
pressing in on the stem with a blunt object and
flushing with clean water.
f. Allow the facepiece to air dry. Do not dry the parts
by placing them near a heater or in direct sunlight.
The rubber will deteriorate.
g. Operate the exhalation valve by hand to be sure it
works properly.
CLEANING AND DISINFECTING
Depending on the cleaning policy adopted, either a designated person or the user should clean each device after
each use. ANSI standards suggest that users should be
trained in the cleaning procedure. Confidence Plus
Cleaning Solution (P/N 10009971) from MSA is recommended. It cleans and disinfects in one operation. It
retains its germicidal efficiency in hard water to inhibit the
growth of bacteria. It will not deteriorate rubber, plastic,
glass, or metal parts. Refer to label for user instructions.
Note: Do not force-dry the parts by placing them in a
heater or in direct sunlight. The rubber will deteriorate.
When the facepiece is thoroughly dry, store the facepiece
in the plastic bag that it was shipped in.
CAUTION
3. In general, only the facepiece requires cleaning and
disinfecting after each use. If the apparatus is soiled
(i.e. heavy smoke residue or dirt accumulation) use a
sponge damp with mild soap solution or use a
soft/medium bristle brush to remove deposits that
may interfere with normal operation of:
a. Harness (straps and buckles)
b. Cylinder carrier (band and latch assembly)
c. Cylinder (handwheel, gauge, outlet connection)
d. Audi-Larm Alarm with URC Assembly (bell or coupling nut connection)
e. NightFighter Heads-Up Display System/Pressure
Gauge/ICM Unit Gauge
f. MMR remote gauge lens
g. First stage regulator
h. MMR second stage regulator. Cover outlet of the
MMR second stage regulator to prevent water, dirt,
or debris from entering.
4. Inspect the entire apparatus as you re-assemble it.
Follow the Inspection Instructions.
5. Re-attach NightFighter Heads-Up Display System
Receiver
a. Slide receiver onto facepiece bracket.
b. Finger-tighten thumb screw.
6. Thoroughly dry the facepiece and regulator after
cleaning and disinfecting. The facepiece can trap
water, which could enter the regulator.
DO NOT use any cleaning substances that can or
might attack any part of the apparatus.
CAUTION
Alcohol should not be used as a germicide because it
may deteriorate rubber parts.
CAUTION
If not rinsed thoroughly, cleaning agent residue may
irritate the wearer’s skin.
1. Preparing Solution
a. Follow the instructions with the Confidence Plus
Cleaning Solution.
b. If the Confidence Plus Cleaning Solution is not
used, wash in a mild cleaning solution, rinse thoroughly, and submerge in a germicide solution for
the manufacturer’s recommended time.
2. Clean and Disinfect the Facepiece
a. Remove the mask mounted regulator from the facepiece.
b. Unthread the thumb screw of NightFighter HeadsUp Display System receiver and slide the receiver
from facepiece bracket.
c. Thoroughly wash the facepiece (and nosecup) in the
cleaning solution. A soft brush or sponge can be
used to clean the soiled facepiece.
d. Rinse the facepiece and components in clean,
warm (110°F) water (preferably running and
drained).
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• Hard anodized, Teflon® impregnated aluminum alloy body and pistol grip
• Aluminum/bronze shut-off handle
• Delrin® adjustable hydrofoil
• Maximum operating pressure 200 psi
Ultra-reflective
color coding
Tactile detents at flow
setting equivalents
to 3/4", 7/8", and 1"
smooth bore
Integrated
stream shaper
Dual drive
shut-off
OPTIONS
1.5"
INLET OUTLET
SIZE
SIZE
FLOW RATES*
GPM (LPM)
118/159/209
(447/602/791)
blue
green
yellow
orange
red
Twist-and-click tip
exposes leader
thread — to extend
the hose line
silver
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1-23
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HANDLE
Horseshoe
MODEL
s
SS-475-GAAT
* Flow rate for each detent (3/4", 7/8", and 1") setting @ 50 psi (3.45 bar)
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All nozzles are NHT unless otherwise specified. See
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OBJECTIVES
(NFPA)
T
#02
FF-I/III
1001 5.1.1.2
October 2013
When to Mask Up???
We want to make sure we are always “On-Air” in the Hazard Zone / IDLH – but DO NOT
mask up prior to getting off the apparatus – mask up in the front yard PRIOR TO entry!
MASKING UP EN ROUTE GREATLY REDUCES YOUR FIELD OF VISION!!!
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TERMINOLOGY REVIEW
CLEAR ALARM- “Dispatch from Engine 1…” – wait for acknowledgement
SIZE UP- S.H.O.P.S.->Size, Height, Occupancy, Problem, Strategy
- Size
o Small, Medium, Large and Mega

-
-
Height
(Based on % of preconnect or hose coverage point of entry
(100% Small, 75% Medium, 50% Large, 25% Mega)
o How many stories?
Occupancy
o Residential
o Multi-Family
 Apartments, Condos, Townhomes
o Commercial
 Strip Mall, Industrial, Big Box, Other
Problem
o SHOWING: NOTHING , SMOKE, Working FIRE, Defensive Fire Conditions
Strategy
o Investigating or Offensive or Defensive (I.A.P. – Incident Action Plan)?
*Assume COMMAND – REQUEST RESOURCES if needed (upgrade the alarm) or hold response
360/Follow Up Report- Visualization of Rear (CHARLIE Side) conditions
- Is there a basement (fire conditions, walkout, other)?
- Victims/Hazards?
o Does this change your initial strategy/I.A.P.?
o Any additional pertinent traffic needed or missed in Initial Report.
TACTICAL BENCHMARKS – (AFLaC)
ALL I.A.P.’s should be directly related to accomplishing these tasks!
- All Clear- SEARCH classification that distinguishes the completion of Primary/Secondary.
- Fire control- FIRE controlled/knocked in the main area. (Check for attic extension!)
- Loss Stopped- SALVAGE & OVERHAUL operations and property conservation.
- Customer Stable- Occupant Service Unit, relocation of occupants, Red Cross, etc.
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LEVEL 1 Staging – Automatically & Required in effect after initial arrival of 1st Unit in direction of
travel (usually within one block or so radius of the fire building, not passing your last tactical
advantage); Thus, this automatic staging assignment that needs not to be broadcast over the
radio unless a central staging area is desired (i.e. “All units stage First & Main”- that is a Level 2
assignment and used if required). Once staged - announce to Dispatch (& on Fireground channel
if in use) your arrival as Staged Level One. This will prompt Command to give you an assignment
if required. (Usually remainder of Initial Response except 1St Engine/1st Truck/1st Tanker).
WAIT for orders – do not self deploy!
LEVEL 2 Staging - Set a minimum of two blocks from the incident and is implemented for Full Still
Alarms, Box, or greater. (Mutual Aid) – One Central collection point.
ON DECK– Crews are readily available with PPE, Air-packs, and Tools in a designated
Sector/Division of the building ready to take over the assignment of company (or may perform
RIT functions if needed). They should not be directly in the IDLH “Hot Zone” area (this also meets
the OSHA Two In – Two Out requirement).
RECYCLE vs. REHAB – “RECYCLE”- Recycling crews is the concept that each interior company will
work through a cylinder of air and report to recycle. The crew will drink a bottle of water, change
their cylinder and report back to their last division as an“ON DECK”assignment. “REHAB” is
considered moving to another division and units MAY be reassigned out of Rehab if they become
available.
SECTOR, DIVISION, GROUP (S/D/G) –
Classifies the area in which crews are working (Ex.: 1st floor, Roof, Alpha, Charlie, Interior, etc).
This helps the Incident Commander to track their working crews as well as assigning other
companies to work under only one S/D/G officer. Thus, it will reduce radio communication so
only one boss is communicating from that division. Other communication within that division
between units is usually face to face (or voice/visual/radio).
SIDES – Alpha, Bravo, Charlie, Delta- Clockwise from Front :
(A - ALPHA) to left (B - BRAVO) to rear (C - CHARLIE) to right (D - DELTA)
o Normally the Address side is ALPHA (or as defined)
FLOORS- Use floor numbers to create divisions (Floor 1, 2, etc. or Basement, Roof)
EXPOSURE- Structures or Units directly next to & away from the Main Fire area
(i.e. – Exposure Delta 1, Delta 2 or Exposure Bravo 1, Bravo 2, Etc.)
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TASK LOCATION OBJECTIVE (T.L.O.)
o Task - What is your assignment? Get hose from…, etc
o Location- Where is your crew advancing to?
o Objective- What is your primary functionbased on TACTICAL BENCHMARK?
(All Clear, Fire Control, Loss Stopped, Roof report/Ventilation type, etc.)
C.A.N. REPORT – Conditions, Actions, Needs
o Conditions- Smoke, Fire, Heat conditions, building conditions, etc.
o Actions- Updates command of working companies assignments & Tactical
Benchmarks completed.
o Needs- Prompts command to send additional resources/assign companies if needed.
TRANSFER OF COMMAND- Formal transfer of “COMMAND” from First Engine (IC #1) to next
arriving Chief (IC #2), IF NECESSARY. Should be made only after assigned units are accounted for.
TACTICAL WORKSHEETS should always be completed to assist the 2nd I.C. track resources
locations, actions, & needs as well as reminder prompts for Tactical Benchmarks, etc. These can
also be used for Critiques & could become part of the Fire Report supplement notes.
P.A.R.’s- Personnel Accountability Report
- Updates Command (preferably after each C.A.N. report & change of Strategy/Mayday/etc)
that each member of your crew is present/accounted for.
SUPPORT OFFICER(S.O.)- Supports & Aids the IC with resource allocation, dispatch traffic, etc. & part of COMMAND
TEAM (Radio ID is also “Command”). Should be assigned early if possible to Command Post.
SENIOR ADVISOR(S.A.)- Supports I.C. & S.O. during large incidents (part of COMMAND TEAM) & when utilizing a
command van, or as needed (Radio ID is also “Command”). The Senior Advisor can take over
the monitoring of Dispatch, IFERN; allocate resources from staging to the incident from the
S.O. They are also responsible to intercept any other outside influences/communications to
I.C. so the I.C. can focus on tactical benchmarks & I.A.P.’s. Could be considered “Plans” Chief.
QUICK HIT– Fire Attack from the outside to knock down fire venting before we go in. This is still
considered an “OFFENSIVE” attack if the I.A.P. is an interior attack.
EVACUATE vs. ABANDON
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– Evacuate - Crews and equipment quickly back out of the building (Change in Strategy from
Offensive to Defensive) advising Command of PAR when out of structure.
– Abandon- Imminent DANGER. Leave your equipment and use closest means of egress
IMMEDIATELY advising Command of PAR when out of structure.
Use of ALERT tones by Dispatch &/or Command unit. This should also be transmitted on all
channels starting with the FireGround channel in use.
Yard Lay or Horizontal standpipe- 200’+ of 2.5” or 3” hose attached to a gated wye with 100’150’ of 1 3/4” attack line.
PASSPORTS- Accountability tags for crews (1 for each member on each apparatus). Company,
Sector, Division or Group Officer tracks companies/personnel in division.
OPERATIONS ON LIGHTWEIGHT CONSTRUCTION- Roofs & Floors use extreme caution– we will
open up the gable end if necessary or off a platform/main ladder.
DEFENSIVE OPERATIONS- Exposure protection, Collapse distances, Apparatus placement,
P.A.R.’s, etc.
ATTACK LINE – Search Rescue / Fire Attack- Rapid search in general area while proceeding to
fire (Our initial primary tactical benchmark is fire suppression).
SECOND LINE vs. BACK-UP LINE: Basements/Protecting the Stairs
R.O.A.M. (Rule of Air Management) - Enough air to enter and exit the structure not on bells
(low) or without running out completely. This is especially important in larger structures where
exits are much further than in smaller residential type structures.
INITIAL ATTACK LINES: IDEALLY not more than 150’-175’ (a standard pre-connect) with attack
lines inside mega/large structures
LARGE AREA SEARCHES WITH UTILITY ROPE is generally not recommended
BACK DOWN & REVERSE OUT:
PUMP THE PORTATANK:
DUMP & RUN: (with deck gun)
FULL STILL:
AUTO AID vs. MUTUAL AID:
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ST. JOSEPH COUNTY FIRE DISPATCH
Number: 703
Standard Operating Guideline
HIGH INCIDENT OPERATIONS
Effective
Date
7-19-13
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Purpose:
Weather (and other) events cause significant challenges to SJCFD and its ability to efficiently manage
congested radio frequencies, track apparatus times and perform tactical radio operations. This plan is
intended to systematically assign Fire Departments to pre-designated radio frequencies and channels upon
activation of “HIGH INCIDENT OPERATIONS” (HIO) and to dispatch all event related calls, medical
calls, crashes and initial notification of fire calls directly to a person stationed within each fire response
area.
This plan is scalable; it can be partially or totally implemented based on the departments involved and
their level of call volume.
Guideline:
For the purpose of ALL operations the following radio channel/frequency definitions will apply:
VHF Primary-Standard VHF Dispatch Frequency
800 Primary-800 Dispatch Channel
Fireground-Terminology used for VHF Fireground Operations
Operations (OPS)-Used for 800 Fireground Operations
There are 2 Tiers for activation of High Incident Operations:
HIGH INCIDENT ALERT: The intent of the HIGH INCIDENT ALERT is to notify all County Fire
Departments of an impending activation of the HIGH INCIDENT OPERATIONS RADIO PLAN
(attached to this SOG). An alert is most likely to occur during severe thunderstorms, although it can
happen at any time during periods of high call volume. It is important to note that due to the type of
event, there MAY not be time to issue an ALERT prior to going to (HIO). During the “ALERT” phase, it
is expected that fire departments will start to make arrangements to have someone staff their station(s) to
monitor VHF Primary and be ready to switch to their appropriate radio frequency upon activation of
“HIGH INCIDENT OPERATIONS”.
***ALL Dispatching and radio traffic will remain as USUAL until HIO
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HIGH INCIDENT OPERATIONS
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HIGH INCIDENT OPERATIONS:
When SJCFD announces that we will be operating under “HIGH INCIDENT OPERATIONS”, it
means that the amount of call volume is so heavy that dispatching is becoming delayed and noneffective. The Dispatcher will prioritize calls in the following order:
1. Threat to life
2. Threat of Fire to Property
3. Threat of SEVERE damage to property (Trees into a house without injuries)
4. Property Damage
5. Trees, lines down
It is expected after the ACTIVATION of HIGH INCIDENT OPERATIONS that all fire departments
will switch to their designated radio channel or frequency. The dispatcher will not announce the
channels; the fire departments have a copy of the plan and should go to their assigned frequency or
*channel.
*Departments on 800 mhz will receive their dispatches on their control channel and assign their units
to each incident via the assigned operations channel or assign an alternate channel if necessary.
DISPATCH Procedures for Each Tier of an Activation:
HIGH INCIDENT ALERT
1.-The Dispatcher will make a copy of the radio plan attached to this document
2.-The Dispatcher will drop the County “ALL CALL” tone
3.-Announce the following script on Primary
“County Fire to all locals this is a High Incident Alert due to _____________. “
If any departments advise that they are in-service, a dispatcher will note that on the copy of the radio
plan. For this plan “In-Service” means the base or control is staffed and ready to receive calls.
Departments will notify SJCFD that they are in-service on the VHF Primary Frequency in one of 2
ways***:
1. They will advise that (Department Name) “Control” is in-service
a. (“Control” Departments will be dispatched on 800 mhz SJ Fire Primary and
Operate on assigned 800 mhz radio channels. The 800 mhz operations channels
will NOT be monitored by SJCFD)
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2. They will advise that (Department Name) “Base” is in-service
a. (“Bases” will be dispatched and operate on assigned VHF Frequencies)
***All Departments will remain on VHF Primary until directed to move to their HIO
FREQUENCIES/CHANNELS
All incident traffic will remain as normal until the dispatcher determines, due to increasing call
volume or other intelligence that suggests an influx of high radio volume, and “High Incident
Operations” are activated on the Primary Radio Frequency.
HIGH INCIDENT OPERATIONS ACTIVATION
Once the dispatcher determines the need to elevate to High Incident Operations the dispatch will use
the County All-Call Tone on VHF Primary and announce the following script:
“County Fire to All Locals, St Joseph County Fire Dispatch is now operating under High
Incident Operations, all departments are to move to their assigned frequencies and channels
and acknowledge”
All departments should immediately move to the appropriate frequency and/or and run their
operations from there.
SJCFD will operate under the following conditions/assumptions:
1. All events will be recorded in CAD and a district will be assigned in order to get an incident
number as received and dispatched ONLY.
2. All calls will be relayed (without tones) on the correct “control” channel or “base” frequency
including the address, type of call, District and Grid ***
3. The departments assigned to SJ Fire Primary 800 will be identified as Lakeville Control, Penn
Control, Clay Control, Southwest Control.
4. The departments operating on VHF will be identified as Warren Base, New Carlisle Base,
Osceola Base, North Liberty Base and Madison Base
5. Times for all calls will be recorded by personnel at either “Control” or “Base” and not by
SJCFD
6. Once a department has acknowledged an incident (on the appropriate Operations Frequency)
the dispatcher will clear the incident from CAD.
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7. Medics 10, 11, and 1660 shall be toned on VHF Primary and advised of the specific
operations frequency of the department to which they are assigned. During this period, the
South Bend Medics will be responsible for keeping their own times and mileage
***Listed below are the ONLY calls that may receive tones after HIO has been activated:
1. Departments that have not gone in service as either “Control” or “Base”
2. Medics 10, 11 and 1660 shall be toned on VHF Primary and assigned to the HIO
Frequency or Channel for the stricken department. During this period, South Bend
Medics will be responsible for keeping their own times/mileage.
3. For ALL Structure/Commercial Fires:
a. A dispatcher will notify either “Control” or “Base” of the address, district, grid
and OPERATIONS FREQUENCY of any reported or possible structure fires
b. A dispatcher will tone the structure fire on VHF-Primary as usual and include
the address, district, grid and OPERATIONS FREQUENCY of any reported or
possible structure fires unless instructed differently by “Control or Base”
c. When possible, a dispatcher will monitor the operations frequency for firefighter
safety. If no dispatcher is available to monitor due to excessive volume in the
dispatch office, SJCFD will advise the department on their assigned channel.
4. MABAS Alarms during a High Incident:
a. The dispatcher will use the MABAS tone and announce the normal MABAS
script on VHF Primary.
b. The dispatcher assigned to SJ Fire Primary-800 will advise “Control” for the
departments listed on the (appropriate) alarm level of the request for (box
number and alarm level) and apparatus due along with the assigned operations
frequency/channel.
c. The dispatcher assigned to the (VHF) will advise “Bases” for the departments
listed on the (appropriate) alarm level of the request for (box number and alarm
level) and apparatus due along with the assigned operations frequency/channel.
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ST. JOSEPH COUNTY FIRE DISPATCH
Number: 703
Standard Operating Guideline
HIGH INCIDENT OPERATIONS
Effective
Date
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Employee Responsibility:
NOTIFICATIONS-WEATHER
When the Doppler in the office indicates that severe weather is possible, the staff should
immediately turn on the TV and go to local channels to stay up to date with all weather watches
and warnings in the immediate area, including those received via Etie.
When a SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH is issued for St Joseph County, the office shall:
1. Obtain a storm package from the file drawer at Position 1
2. Notify the Director and Operations Manager of the watch
When a SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING is issued for St Joseph County, the
dispatcher may, based on information about the approaching storm, issue the “HIGH INCIDENT
ALERT”
Once the “Alert” has been issued:
1. Notify the Director and Operations Manager
2. Call in additional staff on the Guidance of the Director or OM
NOTIFICATIONS-OTHER
When any other condition warrants an ALERT and/or ACTIVATION of HIO:
1. Notify the Director and Operations Manager
2. Advise of the reason for the activation
3. Call in additional staff if necessary on the Guidance of the Director or OM
**The attached page should be an ICS 205
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OBJECTIVES
(NFPA)
General Safety
#05
OCTOBER 2013
A PERSONAL GEAR BAG is a good
item to carry on the rig. It can carry a
variety of items, but the main idea is to
have extra items with you at an incident
in the event you need them. This may be
the result of getting wet or being
DECON’ed. Whatever the situation,
sometimes you just need extra stuff –
NOW – for your comfort.
Everyone has their preferences, but some
of the following items should be
included.
 Small Duffel Bag
 Change of cloths
o T- Shirt
o Pants
o Underwear
o Socks
 Extra Fire Gloves
 Work Gloves
 Heavy Socks
 Knit Hat
 Towel
What else would you carry?
 Water Bottle
 Energy Bars
 ???
In Plastic Bag
(To Keep Dry) Extra
T-Shirt, Pants,
Underwear, & Socks
If you go through DECON, theoretically
all of your gear and clothing is removed.
Generally, there is not extra clothing
available at an incident. Sheets, blankets,
salvage covers, etc., may be available, but
not very comfortable. Having a
PERSONAL GEAR BAG with you on the
rig may make life after DECON a whole
lot more comfortable.
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