IFSTA 7th Edition - Chapter 15: Overhaul, property
conservation, and scene preservation
What is the overall mission of the fire service? - ANSTo save lives and protect the property Page | 1
& the environment from fires and other hazardous situations.
How are fire departments organized? - ANSMost common is Scalar, defined as having
uninterrupted series of steps. Decisions and information are directed from the top (fire chief)
to the organizational structure.
What specialized jobs and divisions exist within the fire service? - ANSFire apparatus/driver,
hazardous materials technician, rescue technician, wildland firefighter, airport firefighter and
EMS personnel
What type of written regulations affect firefighters? - ANSSOPs, rules and regulations.
How do fire departments interact with other organizations and agencies? - ANSFire
departments interact with EMS/hospitals, disaster management, law enforcement, utility
companies and media. They interact mostly within the ICS structure.
What is the role of a Firefighter I? - ANSEstablish work areas
Force entry into structures
Set up/use ground ladders
Extinguish fires as a part of a team
Conduct search & rescue in a structure as a team
Overhaul a fire scene & conserve property
Set up electrical & lighting equipment to illuminate a scene
Tie knots for hoisting tools
Connect pumpers to hydrants & perform fire attack
Turn off building utilities
Route emergent/non emergent telephone calls
Radio communication
Prepare apparatus hose loads for response
Clean, inspect & maintain: Ladders, Ropes, ventilation equipment, hoses, SCBAs, salvage
equipment, hand tools and PPE
What fire and life safety initiatives have been created to help reduce firefighter line of duty
illnesses, injuries, and fatalities? - ANSThe 16 firefighter life safety initiatives, also known as
"everyone goes home"
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, What are some requirements of NFPA 1500 that relate to firefighter safety and health? -
ANSSpecifies minimum requirements for a fire department safety & health programs.
How do fire department programs help combat illness, injuries, and fatalities? -
ANSEstablish wellness programs and initiatives to guide firefighters towards a healthy
lifestyle. Page | 2
What are the most common line of duty illnesses and injuries that affect firefighters? -
ANScardiovascular disease
How do physical fitness and healthy lifestyle practices affect firefighter performance and
safety? - ANSYour body will be better able to withstand stress and allow ypu to be fit for
duty.
How do fire department member assistance programs benefit firefighters? - ANSThe
Member Assistance Program (MAP) provides confidential counseling, guidance and referral
services to help Members and their families manage personal and work-related problems
What safety guidelines should be followed when deploying and using emergency scene
lighting? - ANSUse two personnel to safely carry portable generators to their set up position
Ensure portable generators are positioned down wind so the exhaust fumes do not present
an ignition or contamination hazard
Wear hearing protection when operation portable generators
Be aware that generator noise can make communications near these devices difficult
Always adjust lights to a height that allows light to be directed toward a scene, but not into
the eyes of approaching drivers
Remove damaged cords with faulty insulation or exposed wires from service
Do not immerse power cords and connections in water
Never connect more lights than the power source can support
What should firefighters do to ensure safety at a structural fire scene? - ANSFollow
supervisors orders
Maintain communication with team and command
Follow department SOPs
Wear appropriate PPE
Work as a team
Do a risk/benefit analysis for every action
Never operate alone or without supervision
Employ a safe & effective tactics
Perform initial assessment & maintain situational awareness
What safety guidelines should be followed when riding in a fire department apparatus? -
ANSBe seated & securely belted before movement
Wear hearing protection or radio headsets
Secure all loose tools & equipment
Close all cab doors or safety gates/bars
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conservation, and scene preservation
What is the overall mission of the fire service? - ANSTo save lives and protect the property Page | 1
& the environment from fires and other hazardous situations.
How are fire departments organized? - ANSMost common is Scalar, defined as having
uninterrupted series of steps. Decisions and information are directed from the top (fire chief)
to the organizational structure.
What specialized jobs and divisions exist within the fire service? - ANSFire apparatus/driver,
hazardous materials technician, rescue technician, wildland firefighter, airport firefighter and
EMS personnel
What type of written regulations affect firefighters? - ANSSOPs, rules and regulations.
How do fire departments interact with other organizations and agencies? - ANSFire
departments interact with EMS/hospitals, disaster management, law enforcement, utility
companies and media. They interact mostly within the ICS structure.
What is the role of a Firefighter I? - ANSEstablish work areas
Force entry into structures
Set up/use ground ladders
Extinguish fires as a part of a team
Conduct search & rescue in a structure as a team
Overhaul a fire scene & conserve property
Set up electrical & lighting equipment to illuminate a scene
Tie knots for hoisting tools
Connect pumpers to hydrants & perform fire attack
Turn off building utilities
Route emergent/non emergent telephone calls
Radio communication
Prepare apparatus hose loads for response
Clean, inspect & maintain: Ladders, Ropes, ventilation equipment, hoses, SCBAs, salvage
equipment, hand tools and PPE
What fire and life safety initiatives have been created to help reduce firefighter line of duty
illnesses, injuries, and fatalities? - ANSThe 16 firefighter life safety initiatives, also known as
"everyone goes home"
amurimi
, What are some requirements of NFPA 1500 that relate to firefighter safety and health? -
ANSSpecifies minimum requirements for a fire department safety & health programs.
How do fire department programs help combat illness, injuries, and fatalities? -
ANSEstablish wellness programs and initiatives to guide firefighters towards a healthy
lifestyle. Page | 2
What are the most common line of duty illnesses and injuries that affect firefighters? -
ANScardiovascular disease
How do physical fitness and healthy lifestyle practices affect firefighter performance and
safety? - ANSYour body will be better able to withstand stress and allow ypu to be fit for
duty.
How do fire department member assistance programs benefit firefighters? - ANSThe
Member Assistance Program (MAP) provides confidential counseling, guidance and referral
services to help Members and their families manage personal and work-related problems
What safety guidelines should be followed when deploying and using emergency scene
lighting? - ANSUse two personnel to safely carry portable generators to their set up position
Ensure portable generators are positioned down wind so the exhaust fumes do not present
an ignition or contamination hazard
Wear hearing protection when operation portable generators
Be aware that generator noise can make communications near these devices difficult
Always adjust lights to a height that allows light to be directed toward a scene, but not into
the eyes of approaching drivers
Remove damaged cords with faulty insulation or exposed wires from service
Do not immerse power cords and connections in water
Never connect more lights than the power source can support
What should firefighters do to ensure safety at a structural fire scene? - ANSFollow
supervisors orders
Maintain communication with team and command
Follow department SOPs
Wear appropriate PPE
Work as a team
Do a risk/benefit analysis for every action
Never operate alone or without supervision
Employ a safe & effective tactics
Perform initial assessment & maintain situational awareness
What safety guidelines should be followed when riding in a fire department apparatus? -
ANSBe seated & securely belted before movement
Wear hearing protection or radio headsets
Secure all loose tools & equipment
Close all cab doors or safety gates/bars
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