🔍 Key Concepts
• Fire party leader responsibilities on scene (size-up, safety, communication)
• Sequence of actions in firefighting: locate, communicate, contain, then attack
• Risks of opening a closed space involved in fire (backdraft, flashover) and when to use fixed systems vs hose teams
💭 Think About
• Before anyone enters or opens a space on fire, what must the team leader know and communicate to the bridge?
• In what order should you: (1) cool boundaries, (2) open doors, (3) activate a fixed system, and (4) commit crew with hoses? Why?
• When is it appropriate to use a fixed fire-extinguishing system immediately, and what must be done first regarding personnel and ventilation?
✅ Before You Answer
• Verify which action best reflects initial scene assessment and communication by the team leader.
• Check which options might increase danger by suddenly introducing air to a closed, burning space.
• Consider whether you must ensure personnel safety, space isolation, and accurate information to the bridge before committing to a specific method of attack.