IFSTA Ch. 13 - Tactical Ventilation fully solved 2023/2024

IFSTA Ch. 13 - Tactical VentilationTactical Ventilation - correct answer Planned, systematic, and coordinated removal of heated air, smoke, and fire gases from a structure and replacing them with cooler air. Should decrease the rate of fire spread and increase visibility. Reasons for Tactical Ventilation - correct answer Should only be performed when the fire attack hose lines and teams are in place and ready to advance toward the fire. Introduction of fresh air without a coordinated fire attack will result in rapid fire development. Life Safety - correct answer Highest incident priority. Applies to occupants and firefighters. Increases oxygen concentration and visibility, Reduces concentration of toxic products of combustion and temperature. Creates paths of egress. Incident Stabilization - correct answer Locating the fire. Confining the fire to the room, area, or structure of origin. Extinguishing the fire. Property Conservation - correct answer Tactical ventilation reduces fire and water damage. Allows salvage operations to be conducted during extinguishment. Considerations Affecting the Decision to Ventilate - correct answer The Incident Commander will make the decision to ventilate the structure. Risks to Occupants and Firefighters - correct answer Life hazards in a structure fire are lower if the occupants are awake.