Summarize considerations for hoseline selection.
Discuss stream selection.
Discuss suppressing Class B fires.
Describe the suppressing characteristics of fire fighting foam.
Define terms associated with types of foam and the foam making process.
Discuss how foam is generated.
Discuss foam concentrates.
Describe methods by which foam may be proportioned.
Discuss foam proportioners.
Discuss foam delivery devices.
List reasons for failure to generate foam or for generating poor-quality foam.
Describe foam application techniques.
Discuss hazards associated with foam concentrates.
Demonstrate how to place a foam line in service.
Discuss control of gas utilities.
Discuss command at structural fires.
Explain actions taken in attacking ignitable liquids fires.
Explain actions taken in controlling a pressurized flammable gas container fire.
Explain Incident Command and coordinating attack of a structure fire to include the following tasks:
A. fire suppression teams
B. search & rescue teams
C. ventilation teams
D. forcible entry teams
Support GA FIREFIGHTER STANDARDS & TRAINING SKILLS REFERENCES: Assemble Equipment For Foam Stream FLFC-1; Apply Foam With The Roll-On Method FLFC-2; Apply Foam With The Bounce-Off Method FLFC-3; Apply Foam With The Rain-Down Method FLFC-4.
Skills Objectives:Demonstrate Flammable Liquids Fire Control
6.3.1 Extinguish an ignitable liquid fire, operating as a member of a team, given an assignment, an attack line, personal protective equipment, a foam proportioning device, a nozzle, foam concentrates, and a water supply, so that the correct type of foam concentrate is selected for the given fuel and conditions, a properly proportioned foam stream is applied to the surface of the fuel to create and maintain a foam blanket, fire is extinguished, re-ignition is prevented, team protection is maintained with a foam stream, and the hazard is faced until retreat to a safe haven is reached.
Identify and describe the methods by which foam prevents or controls a hazard.
Describe the principles by which foam is generated.
Identify causes for poor foam generation and describe appropriate corrective measures.
Describe the differences between hydrocarbon and polar solvent fuels.
Identify and describe the concentrates that work on hydrocarbon and polar solvent fuels.
Describe the characteristics, uses, and limitations of firefighting foams.
List the advantages and disadvantages of using fog nozzles for foam application versus foam nozzles.
Identify and describe foam stream application techniques.
Identify and describe hazards associated with foam usage.
Describe methods used to reduce or avoid hazards associated with foam usage.
Demonstrate the ability to prepare a foam concentrate supply for use.
Demonstrate how to properly assemble foam stream components for use on an ignitable liquid fire.
Demonstrate various foam application techniques.
Demonstrate how to approach and retreat from spills as part of a coordinated team.
Demonstrate how to extinguish an ignitable liquid fire.
Support GA FIREFIGHTER STANDARDS & TRAINING SKILLS REFERENCES:
Hand Line Application On Pooled Fuel Fires
Nozzle FF
FLFC-5; Hand Line Application On Pooled Fuel Fires
Backup FF
FLFC-5.
Skills Objectives:Demonstrate Interior Structure Fire Attack
6.3.2 Coordinate an interior attack line for team’s accomplishment of an assignment in a structure fire, given attack lines, personnel, personal protective equipment, and tools, so that crew integrity is established; attack techniques are selected for the given level of the fire ( attic, grade level, upper levels, or basement); attack techniques are communicated to attack teams; constant team coordination is maintained; fire growth and development is continuously elevated; search & rescue and ventilation requirements are communicated or managed; hazards are reported to the attack teams; and incident command is apprised of changing conditions.
Identify the appropriate nozzle and hose for fire attack, given different fir scenarios.
Identify the appropriate adapters and appliances to be used for specific fireground situations.
Identify and describe dangerous building conditions created by fire and fire suppression activities.
List indicators of building collapse.
Describe the effects of fire and fire suppression activities on wood, masonry, cast iron, steel, reinforced concrete, sheet rock, glass, and plaster on lath.
Identify and describe search and rescue and ventilation procedures used during structure fire control activities.
List indicators of structural instability.
Describe suppression approaches and practices for various structural fires.
Describe the association between specific tools and special forcible entry needs.
Demonstrate how to assemble a team and choose the appropriate attack techniques for various levels of a fire (attic, grade level, upper levels, or basement).
Demonstrate the ability to evaluate and forecast a fire's growth and development and determine developing hazardous building conditions.
Demonstrate selection of forcible entry tools for use during an interior structural fire attack.
Demonstrate how to incorporate search & rescue procedures and ventilation procedures in the completion of the attack team's efforts.
Support GA FIREFIGHTER STANDARDS & TRAINING SKILLS REFERENCES: Coordinating Structure Fire Attack
Attack Team SFC-1; Coordinating Structure Fire Attack Forcible Entry Team SFC-1; Coordinating Structure Fire Attack Ventilation Team SFC-1.
Skills Objectives:Demonstrate Pressurized Container Fire Control
6.3.3 Control a flammable gas cylinder fire operating as a member of a team, given an assignment, a cylinder outside of a structure, an attack line, personal protective equipment and tools, so that crew integrity is maintained, contents are identified, safe havens are identified prior to advancing, open valves are closed, flames are not extinguished unless the leaking gas is eliminated, the cylinder is cooled, cylinder integrity is evaluated, hazardous conditions are recognized and acted upon, and the cylinder is faced during approach and retreat.
Describe the characteristics of pressurized flammable gases.
Identify and describe the elements of a gas cylinder.
Describe the effects of heat and pressure on closed cylinders.
Identify and describe the signs and effects of a boiling liquid expanding vapor explosion (BLEVE).
Identify and describe methods for identifying contents of containers.
Describe how to identify safe havens before approaching flammable gas cylinder fires.
Describe water stream usage and demands for pressurized cylinder fires.
Describe what to do if the flammable cylinder fire is extinguished prematurely.
Identify and describe valve types and their operation.
Describe alternative actions related to various hazards and when to retreat.
Demonstrate the ability to execute effective advances and retreats.
Demonstrate various techniques for water application during a flammable gas cylinder fire attack.
Demonstrate how to assess cylinder integrity and changing conditions during a flammable gas cylinder fire attack.
Demonstrate how to operate control valves during a flammable gas cylinder fire attack.
Demonstrate how to choose effective procedures when conditions change during a flammable gas cylinder fire attack.
Support GA FIREFIGHTER STANDARDS & TRAINING SKILLS REFERENCES:
Controls A Flammable Gas Cylinder Fire Team Leader PCFC-1; Controls A Flammable Gas Cylinder Fire Shutoff Valve Nozzle FF PCFC-1; Controls A Flammable Gas Cylinder Fire Relief Valve Nozzle FF
PCFC-1; Controls A Flammable Gas Cylinder Fire Valve Shutoff FF PCFC-1; Controls A Flammable Gas Cylinder Fire Backup FF PCFC-1.
Skills Objectives:Demonstrate Interior Search and Rescue
6.3.2.1 Coordinate a search & rescue in a structure operating as a leader of a team, given an assignment, obscured vision conditions, personal protective equipment, a flashlight, forcible entry tools, hose lines, and ladders when necessary, so that ladders are correctly placed when used, all assigned areas are searched, all victims are located and removed, team integrity is maintained, and team members' safety-including respiratory protection-is not compromised by using the point of no return.
Demonstrate how to work and coordinate through the Incident Management System.
Demonstrate how to check in and out of an accountability system.
Demonstrate how to communicate through the Incident Management System using.
Demonstrate proper uses of SCBAs.
Define the Point of No Return.
Demonstrate the Point of No Return while searching in a building.
Define and demonstrate how to organize a search team.
Define and demonstrate responsibilities of search teams to include: thorough size-ups, accessing means of entry and egress, and making sure necessary equipment is available for search operations.
Define and demonstrate the position of the team leader.
Define and demonstrate the position of a team member.
Define and demonstrate primary searches.
Define and demonstrate secondary searches.
Define and demonstrate a wall search.
Define and demonstratesearching with a hoseline.
Define and demonstrate modified ladder placement utilizing beam and rung raises for emergency rescue situations.
Define and demonstrate modified leg locks for emergency rescue situations.
Define and demonstrate vent, enter, search techniques.
Define and demonstrate large area searches.
Define and demonstrate victim removal techniques for the following
a. Conscious victims
b. Unconscious victims
c. Push/Pull Method
d. Window Lift
e. Flat Surface (using a door, paneling, folding ladder, etc.)
f. Up/Down Stairs
g. Down Ladders
Define and demonstrate uses of Thermal Imaging Cameras.
Support GA FIREFIGHTER STANDARDS & TRAINING SKILLS REFERENCES:
Coordinating Structure Fire Attack
Search Team SFC-1.
Support NFPA 1001 STANDARD FOR FIREFIGHTER PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS,
2008 EDITION - FFII REFERENCES: 6.1.1; 6.1.2; 6.2.2; 6.2.2(A); 6.2.2(B); 6.3; 6.3.1; 6.3.1(A); 6.3.1(B); 6.3.2; 6.3.2(A); 6.3.2(B); 6.3.3; 6.3.3(A); 6.3.3(B).