FIR006 - Fire Suppression II

Subject Title
Fire Suppression II

Subject Description
This subject covers the role of ventilation to achieve the desired, controlled release of heat, smoke and gases during fire suppression. This subject also covers procedures, hazards and implications related to forcible entry, search and rescue, salvage and overhaul.

Credit Status
One credit toward the Pre-Service Firefighter Education and Training Ontario College Certificate

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject the student will be able to:

Specific Theory Learning Outcomes

A. Ventilation

- describe and define ventilation, natural and forced (mechanical)
- describe how ventilation forms part of the overall strategy for the suppression of fire
- describe the procedures for determining the need for, type and location of ventilation
- list the benefits of ventilation
- describe dangers encountered when ventilating
- describe the safety precautions taken when performing ventilation
- identify and describe common ventilation equipment
- describe vertical and horizontal ventilation
- describe advantages and disadvantages of different types of ventilation

B. Forcible Entry

- define the purpose of forcible entry
- identify types of doors used in building construction
- describe the procedures for opening and forcing various types of doors
- identify types of windows used in building construction
- describe the procedures for breaking and opening various types of locked windows
- identify common tools used for forcible entry
- describe the hazards of forcible entry
- explain the legal implications of forcible entry
- explain the responsibilities of the firefighter in regards to privacy and confidentiality

C. Search and Rescue

- identify the importance of fire ground size-up and tactics in search and rescue operations
- identify personal protection required during search and rescue operations
- identify factors to be taken into consideration when planning search and rescue operations
- describe the methods for locating individuals and victim(s)
- identify safety precautions for conducting search and rescue operations in a burning, smoke-filled building and other dangerous areas
- describe search and rescue procedures for burning, smoke-filled building and other
dangerous areas
- describe the characteristics of primary and secondary searches
- describe and identify equipment used for search and rescue purposes
- describe considerations/conditions to be assessed prior to the movement of victim(s) or injured person(s)
- describe the various methods for removing victim(s) to safety, including drags and carries
- describe the procedures for evacuating potential victim(s) from areas of possible danger
- identify techniques for removing debris, rubble and other materials while tunneling
- identify techniques and procedures for stabilizing the search and rescue scene using hydraulic equipment and shoring material
- describe the firefighter's responsibility for inspecting and maintaining rescue equipment including stretchers, backboards, stokes baskets, hydraulic devices and lighting equipment

D. Salvage

- define salvage
- describe the benefits of salvage
- identify common types of salvage equipment
- describe the basic construction of salvage covers and their common uses
- describe methods for protecting building contents
- describe the procedures for raiding and stacking materials
- describe the procedures for isolating building services
- describe the procedures for providing illumination
- describe how to rehabilitate a building following an emergency according to departmental policies and procedures
- describe the precautions required to prevent damage to salvage covers
- describe the procedures for folding and rolling salvage covers
- describe the procedures for cleaning, maintaining and inspecting salvage covers, common tools and equipment

E. Overhaul

- define overhaul and state reasons for its use
- describe the procedures and methods for detecting concealed fires using tools and equipment
- identify factors that indicate hidden fires may be present
- identify tools and equipment that are commonly used for overhaul
- describe overhaul procedures performed on the fire ground
- describe procedures for restoring premises prior to re-occupation
- describe the duties and responsibilities of a firefighter assigned to fire watch
- describe the procedures for conducting a fire watch
- describe safety precautions to be considered during overhaul

Specific Skill Learning Outcomes

A. Ventilation

- ventilate structures using natural or mechanical means such as smoke ejectors, fog lines, natural convection currents or positive pressure ventilation so that a controlled release of heat, smoke and gases is achieved

B. Forcible Entry

- gain access to a secured area using forcible entry such as forcing a window, prying a door, breaching a wall, using pry bars, axes and power tools so that entry can be achieved quickly with the minimum amount of damage to the structure

C. Search and Rescue

- conduct a search for victim(s) using equipment such as self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), lifelines, hand tools and thermal imaging cameras so that the search is systematic, comprehensive and all victim(s) are located quickly
- evacuate/remove victim(s) by performing departmental carries and drags, such as the victim drag, blanket drag and chair carry so that victim(s) can be quickly and safely removed from an area of danger to one of safety
- evacuate exposed person(s) from areas of possible danger such as adjoining structures or the floors above or below a fire using communications and mechanical equipment such as loud hailers

D. Salvage

- conduct salvage operations by protecting contents from heat, smoke, water, and fire using ventilation procedures and equipment, pike poles, and salvage covers so that property loss is minimized and good public relations are maintained

E. Overhaul

- overhaul the fire area by searching for and extinguishing hidden fires, restoring premises to a secure state, recognizing and preserving evidence of fire cause using pike poles, pry bars, hose lines, hand tools and thermal imaging devices so that the fire is completely extinguished and the building is secure
- demonstrate the procedure for conducting a fire watch

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