445 North Main St Lakeport, CA 95453 Phone: (707) 263-4396 Fax: (707) 262-1283
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#: Evolution: Firefighter: Engineer: Captain: 1 Crosslay/Pre-Connect · Don SCBA · Spot appropriately · Don SCBA 1:45 · Pull/flake 1¾” · Brake/pump · Irons/TIC · Min. 50' feet at · Pull/flake any left over · On air objective 1¾” hose · Assist Firefighter · On air · Charge line to · Bleed 1 ¾” & advance appropraite psi 2 Supply · 5” wet supply, no kinks · Brake/pump · Don SCBA Crosslay/Preconnect · Don SCBA & on air · Establish 5” supply · Iron/TIC 3:00 · Operate 1¾” · Charge line to · Pull/flake 1¾” appropriate psi · On air-assist Firefighter 3 Ladder Hose Aloft · Don SCBA · Spot 50’ from balcony · Don SCBA 3:40 · Ladder balcony · Brake/pump · Pull/flake 1¾” · 100’ of 1 ¾” over ladder · Pull/flake any left over 1 · Irons/TIC & flake ¾” · Tie off 100’ coupling · On air · Strap to 100’ coupling · On air · Bleed 1 ¾” & advance · Foot ladder · Assist Firefighter · Charge line to appropriate psi 4 Supply Blitz · 5” wet supply, no kinks · Spot appropriately · Don SCBA 3:20 · Don SCBA · Brake/pump · Irons/TIC · On air · Establish 5” Supply · Pull/flake 2 ½” Blitz · Operate 2 ½” Blitz · Charge line to 74 psi · On air · Assist Firefighter 5 Metro Pack · Don SCBA · Brake/pump · Don SCBA 3:35 · Metro Pack/Irons · Break 3” Trunk Line · Iron/TIC · Remove Metro strap/ · Establish/Supply Trunk · Pull/flake 3” Trunk Line Open Metro Line · Connect Metro Pack to · On air - stretch Metro · Charge line to Wye and charge Pack appropriate psi · On air-assist Firefighter 6 Blitz/Dry Supply · Dry 5” supply · Brake/pump · Don SCBA 2:20 · Don SCBA · Connect 5” supply · Iron/TIC · Stretch 2½” Blitz · Charge line to 74 psi · Assist Firefighter · Operate line · Communicate with 2nd due Engine 7 Driveway Lay · Removes 3” or 5” and · Brake/pump · Don SCBA 3:35 orange cone · Connect 3” or 5” supply · Iron/TIC · Anchors 3” or 5”, “GO” · Charge 1 ¾” to · Pull/flake 1 ¾” · Drops cone next to hose appropriate psi · Assist Firefighter · Don SCBA · Communicates with 2nd · Operate 1 ¾” due Engine 8 FDC Spinkler Supply · Pull 3”, remove wye · Spot appropriately · Connect both female 2:30 · Break second coupling · Brake/pump couplings of FDC · Attach both males FDC · Establish 5” supply Supply lines to Engine · “WATER” · Charge both to discharges appropriate psi
For 2-0 Staffed Companies: Roles and responsibilities should be delagated between members which best facilitates easy of accomplishment in a timely manner and is subjective to each evolution. For 4-0 Staffed Companies: The 4th member should fill the Backup FF Role. Exact respnsibilities should be delegated by the company officer or senior member. Page 2 of 25 445 North Main St Lakeport, CA 95453 Phone: (707) 263-4396 Fax: (707) 262-1283
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#: Evolution: Firefighter: Engineer: Captain: 9 Monitor Extension · Don SCBA · Fog nozzle on monitor · Don SCBA 7:00 · Remove wye from 3” · Remove monitor w/ base · Receive monitor and · Acquire 2nd male & hand to Captain base from Engineer coupling · Breaks both 3” supply · Proceed to objective · Stretches both males to couplings and attaches with both moitor & base objective to discharges · Assemble/Connect · Forms loops with both · Establish 5” Supply Monitor/Base 3” inch lines · Charge both 3” to · Call for “WATER” · Assist captain in appropriate psi assembling or connecting monitor 10 Relay Pump · 1ST ENGINE · 1ST ENGINE · 1ST ENGINE 3:50 · 5” dry supply, cone · Stop at hydrant · Don SCBA · Don SCBA · Brake/pump · Direct FF · Pull/flake 1 ¾” · Break/attach supply · On air-assist Firefighter · “WATER” · Charge 1 ¾ to · 2nd ENGINE · On air- operate line appropriate PSI · Don SCBA · 2nd ENGINE · Charge back up line · 6’ Hook · Don SCBA · 2nd ENGINE · Two-out · Irons · Spot hydrant · Assist FF · Pull back up line · Brake/pump · Two-out · Charge 5” to appropriate psi 11 Wildland Hoselay · Hose pack · Brake/pump 130 PSI · Determine anchor point 7:15 · On nozzle (1st position) · Don hose pack · 30’-50’ back, McLeod · Stretch lead 1½” · Charge lead line · Support hose lay, LCES · Establish anchor point · 2nd position on hose lay 12 High/Low Rise Portable · Don SCBA · Don SCBA · Don SCBA Standpipe · 2½” “nozzle” high rise · Assist in flaking 3” · Irons/TIC/High Rise Bag 6:00 bundle on SCBA behind Captain · “Minute Man” shoulder · “Minute Man” shoulder · If needed “Minute Man” 50’ behind FF 50’ of 3” with wye shoulder additional 3” · Proceed to objective/ · Proceed to objective · Keep track of 3” used communicate with · Flake 2½” Bundle, · Chase 3” kinks Engineer additional connect female to · Charge 3” to appropriate needed 3” Captains Bundle pressure · Flake 2½”, connect · Assist in flaking 3” · Communicate 2nd Due female to wye, charge · On air, operate line for supply · On air, assist FF · On air, assist crew
Note: Per Cal/OSHA 29CFR1910: “2 In 2 Out” must be established prior to any interior fire ground operations whenever there is a possibility that a IDLH (Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health) atmosphere exists. Page 3 of 25 445 North Main St Lakeport, CA 95453 Phone: (707) 263-4396 Fax: (707) 262-1283
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#: Evolution: Firefighter: Engineer: Captain: 13 Reverse FDC Sprinkler · Pull 3”, remove wye · Wait for “GO”, reverse · Don SCBA/spare bottle Supply · Break second coupling out to hydrant · Assist FDC connection 4:30 · Attach both males FDC · Brake/engage pump with FF · Call for “WATER” · Establish water supply · Communicate with IC · Join Captain · D/C 3” lines, connect to · Acquire further discharges assignment · Charge lines, 150 PSI · Remove kinks 14 Reverse Attack Engine · Don SCBA · Stop near attack Engine · Don SCBA Supply · Remove 5” Hydrant · Wait for FF signal “GO” · Acquire tools 3:15 adapter · Reverse lay to hydrant · Acquire further · Place adapter in brass · Establish 5” supply assignment from IC box of OWN Engine · Join Captain · Assign Company · Connect 5” to Attack Engine · Signal “GO” · Join Captain 15 Low Angle Descent · Retrieve rescue · Retrieve rescue · Pick anchor point 4:40 equipment, flashlight, equipment, flashlight, · Safety check system red bag red bag · Tends brake · Don seat harness · Set up anchor & system · Serve as safety officer · Pad edge of bank · Lower FF to Victim · Attach rope to harness, place red bag on back · Descend, adjust prussik 16 Remote Monitor · Hand down monitor · Wait for “GO”, reverse · Receive monitor 6:35 · Don SCBA to hydrant · Don SCBA · Pull/anchor both 3”, · Brake/pump · Select location “GO” · Establish 5” supply · Assemble monitor/hose · 3” loops for monitor · Charge 3” Lines · “WATER”-adjust angle · Assist Captain · Return to engine · Return to engine 17 “Bump & Run” Structure · Pull 100’ 1 ½” · Back in to structure · Pull 100’ 1 ½” Protection · Deploy around structure · Brake/pump · Deploy around other side 3:10 · Shut down/bleed hose · Assist with pull/flake of structure · Shoulder/drain hose · Charge pre-connect · Shut down/bleed hose · Secure to rear Engine appropriate PSI · Shoulder/drain hose · Return to cab · Attach 2 ½” x 1 ½” to · Secure to rear Engine rear 2 ½” discharge · Return to cab · Shutdown/disconnect pre-connect to drain BOLD = If Applicable · Attach hoses to wye · Secure hoses rear Engine · Return to cab
Note: Per Cal/OSHA 29CFR1910: “2 In 2 Out” must be established prior to any interior fire ground operations whenever there is a possibility that a IDLH (Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health) atmosphere exists. Page 4 of 25 445 North Main St Lakeport, CA 95453 Phone: (707) 263-4396 Fax: (707) 262-1283
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#: Evolution: Firefighter: Engineer: Captain: 18 RIC Rescue · Don SCBA · Don SCBA · Don SCBA 2:30 · RIC pack to entry point · On air · On air · On air · Locate downed FF · Locate downed FF · Locate downed FF · Place RIC tarp next to · CAN= Conditions, · PAC= PASS, Air, victim Actions, Needs Communicate · Roll victim into tarp · Transmit victim info to · Attach RIC pack · Secure victim to tarp IC regulator to victim · Attach RIC pack to · Extricate w/ crew · Remove victims SCBA victim · Extricate w/ crew · Extricate w/ crew 19 Engine Company Evolution: · 1ST ENGINE · 1ST ENGINE · 1ST ENGINE Establish “2-OUT” Line · “Supply Crosslay/Pre- · “ Supply Crosslay/Pre- · “ Supply Crosslay/Pre- 4:00 connect” standard connect” standard connect” standard · Wait for two-out · SCBA next to pump · Wait for two-out · 2nd ENGINE · Establish two out with · 2nd ENGINE · Don SCBA 2nd Engineer · Don SCBA · Back up line to entry · 2nd ENGINE · On air, advance line point · Don SCBA · On air, advance line · Face to face w/ first Engineer · Proceed to entry point · Advise IC-“Two out established” · Monitor tactical channel
20 Emergency Decon Station · Don SCBA · Brake/pump · Don SCBA 1:40 · Salvage cover · Don SCBA · Highway blankets · Hold salvage cover for · Charge/pull booster line · Hold salvage cover for privacy · Start rinsing victims privacy · Advise victims to disrobe · Provide blankets 21 Emergency SCBA Buddy Rescuer # 1 Rescuer # 2 N/A Breathe · Don SCBA, on air · Don SCBA, on air 2:45 · Locate downed FF · Locate downed FF · Silence PASS · Transmit victim info to · Asses LOC, air, SCBA IC condition, identity, · Assist in moving entrapment downed FF Prone · Relay info to R2 · Prepare downed FF for · Place victim in prone removal (Waist Strap and remove dual EBSS Conversion) · Connect dual EBSS · Remove victim · Maintain distance <3’ · Remove victim
Note: Per Cal/OSHA 29CFR1910: “2 In 2 Out” must be established prior to any interior fire ground operations whenever there is a possibility that a IDLH (Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health) atmosphere exists. Page 5 of 25 445 North Main St Lakeport, CA 95453 Phone: (707) 263-4396 Fax: (707) 262-1283
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1. Engine Company Evolution: Crossylay/Pre-connect
Performance Standard: 1:45
Performance Objective: Place a single 1 ¾” attack line in service
Tactical Objective: Place a single 1 ¾” attack line in service to effect control or extinguishment of a fire. Suggested Procedure:
Engine Company stops 50’ to 75’ from the building entrance. The Engineer places transmission in neutral, sets parking brake engages pump switch and moves selector to Direct. Captain and Firefighter exit apparatus and don SCBA. Firefighter then pulls 1 ¾” crosslay/pre-connect, flakes in accordance with accepted LFPD procedure with nozzle approximately 15’-30’ from the objective. Engineer proceeds to the pump panel and establishes Standard Operating Pressure appropriate for the nozzle in service and charges hose line. The Captain and Firefighter mask up with all personal protective clothing in place. The Firefighter bleeds air from the nozzle ensuring proper flow, stream, and pressure while the Captain ensures safe entry as the situation dictates. Crew advances hose line to the objective and operates nozzle.
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2. Engine Company Evolution: Supply Crosslay/Pre-Connect
Performance Standard: 3:00
Performance Objective: Establish a charged 5” supply line, place in service and operate with 2 persons an 1 ¾” crosslay/pre- connect interior attack line.
Tactical Objective: Place a single 1 ¾” attack line in service to effect control or extinguishment of a fire backed by a continuous water supply. Suggested Procedure:
Engine Company stops at designated hydrant and Firefighter removes equipment necessary to establish 5” wet supply. As soon as required equipment is removed and 5” supply is wrapped around hydrant, Firefighter shouts, “GO” or “LEAD”. Engine proceeds to objective, and stops 50’ to 75’ from the building entrance. The apparatus Engineer places transmission in neutral, sets parking brake engages pump switch and moves selector to Direct. Engineer exits cab, proceeds to rear of engine, pulls sufficient 5” line, breaks it at the appropriate coupling and connects it to the engine. Engineer signals Firefighter to charge supply. Firefighter charges supply, completely opening hydrant, gathers spanner and any miscellaneous loose equipment, and proceeds to engine removing any kinks in the supply line on the way. Captain exits apparatus and dons SCBA, pulls 1 ¾” desired crosslay/pre- connect, flakes in accordance with accepted LFPD procedure with nozzle approximately 15’-30” from the objective. Firefighter dons SCBA and reports to Captain. Engineer proceeds to the pump panel and establishes Standard Operating Pressure appropriate for the nozzle in service and charges hose line. The Captain and Firefighter mask up with all personal protective clothing in place. The Firefighter bleeds air from the nozzle ensuring proper flow, stream, and pressure while the Captain ensures safe entry as the situation dictates. Crew advances hose line to the objective and operates nozzle at standard gallonage.
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3. Engine Company Evolution: Ladder Hose Aloft
Performance Standard: 3:40
Performance Objective: Place a single 1 ¾” attack line in service on the second or third floor.
Tactical Objective: Ladder the 2nd/3rd floor balcony, place interior attack line in service to effect fire control and exposure protection of the stairwell. Suggested Procedure:
Engine stops at desired objective. The Engineer places transmission in neutral, sets parking brake engages pump switch and moves selector to Direct. Captain and Firefighter exit apparatus and don SCBA, then Firefighter ladders desired floor balcony. Engineer then pulls 1 ¾” crosslay/pre-connect, flakes in accordance with accepted LFPD procedure and places hose strap (webbing) at 100’ coupling. Captain and Firefighter (Firefighter with nozzle across chest and over shoulder) advance line over the ladder to the floor balcony while Engineer foots ladder. Captain and Firefighter secure ladder and hose with 100’ of working line on the floor balcony, Engineer proceeds to the pump panel and establishes Operating Pressure appropriate for nozzle and elevation gain, then charges hose line. The Captain and Firefighter mask up with all personal protective clothing in place. The Firefighter bleeds air from the nozzle ensuring proper flow, stream, and pressure while the Captain ensures safe entry as the situation dictates. Crew advances hose line to make entry into the floor stairwell and operates nozzle.
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4. Engine Company Evolution: Supply Blitz
Performance Standard: 3:20
Performance Objective: Establish a charged 5” supply line, place in service and operate with 2 persons a 200’ 2 ½” pre- connected hand line.
Tactical Objective: Place a single 2 ½” pre-connected hand line in service to effect exposure protection or fire control backed by a continuous water supply. Suggested Procedure:
Engine Company stops at designated hydrant and Firefighter removes equipment necessary to establish 5” supply. As soon as required equipment is removed and 5” supply is wrapped around hydrant, Firefighter shouts, “GO” or “LEAD”. Engine proceeds to objective, and stops 50’ to 75’ from the building entrance. The apparatus Engineer places transmission in neutral, sets parking brake engages pump switch and moves selector to Direct. Engineer exits cab, proceeds to rear of engine, pulls sufficient 5” line, breaks at appropriate coupling and connects to engine. Engineer signals Firefighter to charge supply. Firefighter charges supply, completely opening hydrant, gathers any miscellaneous loose equipment, proceeds to engine removing any kinks in the supply line on the way, and dons SCBA. Captain exits apparatus, dons SCBA, pulls 2 ½” Blitz Line, flakes and advances in accordance with accepted LFPD procedure with nozzle approximately 15’-30’ from the objective. Engineer proceeds to the pump panel and establishes Standard Operating Pressure (74 psi @ 265/328 gpm) and charges hose line. The Captain and Firefighter mask up with all personal protective clothing in place. Firefighter proceeds to nozzle, bleeds air ensuring proper flow, stream, and pressure, backed up by the Captain.
Note: Per Cal/OSHA 29CFR1910: “2 In 2 Out” must be established prior to any interior fire ground operations whenever there is a possibility that a IDLH (Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health) atmosphere exists. Page 9 of 25 445 North Main St Lakeport, CA 95453 Phone: (707) 263-4396 Fax: (707) 262-1283
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5. Engine Company Evolution: Metro Pack
Performance Standard: 4:45
Performance Objective: Deploy a 3” Trunkline beyond the pre-connect utilizing 2 ½” - 1 ½” Gated Wye and a single Metro Pack (100’ of 1 ¾”)
Tactical Objective: Timely, effective deployment of Metro Pack (100’ of 1 ¾”) for operation of 1 ¾” interior attack line beyond the pre-connect. Suggested Procedure:
Engine Company stops at assigned location. The apparatus Engineer places transmission in neutral, sets parking brake engages pump switch and moves selector to Direct. Captain, Firefighter, and Engineer exit apparatus. Captain and Firefighter don SCBA’s and acquire tools. Captain pulls and extends rear 3” Trunkline with gated wye toward designated objective utilizing an adequate amount of hose needed. Firefighter acquires Irons and Metro Pack and proceeds to objective. Engineer breaks 3” at desired coupling and attaches to desired discharge. Engineer waits for call to charge Trunkline. Firefighter lays Metro Pack down near Trunkline gated wye and removes straps then encircles hose and hands female coupling to Captain. Captain calls for Engineer to charge trunkline, then opens gated wye and charges Metro Pack. The Captain and Firefighter mask up with all personal protective clothing in place. Firefighter and Captain operate the hoseline.
Note: Per Cal/OSHA 29CFR1910: “2 In 2 Out” must be established prior to any interior fire ground operations whenever there is a possibility that a IDLH (Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health) atmosphere exists. Page 10 of 25 445 North Main St Lakeport, CA 95453 Phone: (707) 263-4396 Fax: (707) 262-1283
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6. Engine Company Evolution: Blitz/Dry Supply
Performance Standard: 2:20
Performance Objective: Lay a dry 5” supply line, and utilize the 2 ½” Blitz Line to establish a 200’ handline.
Tactical Objective: Place a 2 ½” exterior protection/attack line in service to effect fire control, exposure protection and/or extinguishment. Provide a supply line for next due engine to supply pumping engine.
Suggested Procedure:
Engine Company stops at hydrant. The Firefighter exits the apparatus, drops off the cone, and wraps the hydrant, the Firefighter then gets back in the engine. The engine then proceeds to the fire scene. The Engineer places transmission in neutral, sets parking brake engages pump switch and moves selector to Direct. Captain, Firefighter, and Engineer exit apparatus. Captain and Firefighter don SCBA’s. Firefighter pulls the 2 ½” Blitz Line and proceeds to objective. Engineer breaks the 5” supply and connects it to the intake. Firefighter advances the nozzle and the first coupling to the objective (50’ working line), the Captain assisting the Firefighter in hose advancement and removal of kinks. When hose stretch is complete and line is properly flaked, the Engineer establishes Standard Operating Pressure (78psi @ 265/328 gpm) and charges hose line. Firefighter, backed up by the Captain, operates the line in accordance with department operational procedures.
Note: Per Cal/OSHA 29CFR1910: “2 In 2 Out” must be established prior to any interior fire ground operations whenever there is a possibility that a IDLH (Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health) atmosphere exists. Page 11 of 25 445 North Main St Lakeport, CA 95453 Phone: (707) 263-4396 Fax: (707) 262-1283
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7. Engine Company Evolution: Driveway Lay
Performance Standard: 3:35
Performance Objective: Provide 10’ - 20’ of 3” or 5” supply hose at a driveway entrance.
Tactical Objective: To provide proper hose, adaptors and connections at a driveway entrance to allow incoming units to supply the pumping engine at the scene with a continuous water supply. Primarily utilized in areas without hydrants and/or long driveways with narrow or limited access. Suggested Procedure:
The engine pulls into the designated entryway and comes to a complete stop. The Firefighter exits, proceeds to rear of engine and acquires a cone. Firefighter pulls the 5” or 3” supply line (Captain ordered) with 10’ – 20’ extra hose, anchors and yells “GO” and “LEAD”. The engine proceeds to the designated objective. Once 100’ is on the ground, or the engine has left sight the Firefighter places one cone in the vicinity of the supply line. Firefighter picks up any other miscellaneous equipment and proceeds to the engine placing the supply line to the side of the driveway. Upon arrival at the engine, Firefighter dons SCBA and reports to the Captain.
Upon arrival at the designated objective the Engineer places transmission in neutral, sets parking brake, engages pump switch and moves selector to Direct. Engineer and Captain exit cab, Captain dons SCBA and places a 1 ¾” crosslay/pre-connect in position. The Engineer breaks the supply line at the proper coupling, then connects it to the engine. Engineer charges 1 ¾” attack line and opens suction inlet as required when water arrives at the engine. The Captain and Firefighter mask up with all personal protective clothing in place, and operate attack line.
Note: Per Cal/OSHA 29CFR1910: “2 In 2 Out” must be established prior to any interior fire ground operations whenever there is a possibility that a IDLH (Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health) atmosphere exists. Page 12 of 25 445 North Main St Lakeport, CA 95453 Phone: (707) 263-4396 Fax: (707) 262-1283
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8. Engine Company Evolution: FDC Sprinkler Supply
Performance Standard: 2:30
Performance Objective: Supply sprinkler system through two (2) 3” lines at 150 psi backed by a 5” wet supply for continuous water supply.
Tactical Objective: Provide water to sprinkler system at required volume and pressure to utilize maximum potential of sprinkler system when fires occur in sprinklered occupancies. Suggested Procedure:
Engine Company stops at assigned location near FDC. The Engineer places transmission in neutral, sets parking brake, engages pump switch and moves selector to Direct. Captain, Firefighter, and Engineer exit apparatus. The Engineer establishes a 5” supply. The Firefighter proceeds to the rear of the engine, pulls 3”, removes gated wye and acquires one male end supply. Then disconnects next coupling to acquire second male end supply and advances to the FDC. The Firefighter connects both 3” males to the FDC, and signals to charge the Pre-connect. The Captain disconnects both 3” supply couplings and attaches to a 2 ½” discharge. The Engineer charges the lines and establishes Standard Operating Pressure (150 psi).
Time starts when the engine stops at the hydrant and ends when both lines are charged at 150 psi into the sprinkler system.
Note: Per Cal/OSHA 29CFR1910: “2 In 2 Out” must be established prior to any interior fire ground operations whenever there is a possibility that a IDLH (Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health) atmosphere exists. Page 13 of 25 445 North Main St Lakeport, CA 95453 Phone: (707) 263-4396 Fax: (707) 262-1283
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9. Engine Company Evolution: Monitor Extension
Performance Standard: 7:00
Performance Objective: Engine arrives and advances two 3” hose lines and the portable monitor to an objective, then secures a water supply and places the monitor in service.
Tactical Objective: Place a monitor in service for fire attack or exposure protection in an area that is inaccessible to fire apparatus. Suggested Procedure:
The engine arrives and spots at the hydrant for the short 5” intake hose, sets the brake, and places the engine in pump. The Engineer exits the cab, climbs up to the basket, and places the fog nozzle on the monitor. The Engineer removes the monitor and base and prepares to hand them down to the Captain. The Captain and Firefighter exit the cab. The Captain receives the monitor and base from the Engineer and proceeds in the direction of the objective. The Firefighter proceeds to the rear of the engine and removes the gated wye from the 3” supply, then acquires a second male and proceeds to the objective with both male ends of the 3” supply (2nd 3” supply varies per monitor). SCBA’s are to be donned by the Captain, and Firefighter prior to advancing the hose or at any time when the crew will be operating in or near an IDLH atmosphere.
At the objective the Captain assembles the portable monitor ensuring its secure and tight. The Firefighter creates loops with 3” and secures monitor strap to front of loop to prevent movement of monitor. The captain then calls for water and sets angle and stream.
The Engineer connects the short 5” intake hose to the large outlet on the hydrant and the main suction on the engine. The Engineer waits until the Captain calls for water, and then charges the 3” lines to appropriate PSI.
Time starts when the engine stops at the hydrant. Time stops when the monitor is in service and the hose is charged and water is flowing.
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10. Engine Company Evolution: Relay Pump
Performance Standard: 3:50
Performance Objective: First arriving engine lays a 5” dry supply and places a 1 3/4” attack line in service at the objective. Second arriving engine connects to the hydrant and supplies the 5” supply, and supports fire attack.
Tactical Objective: Utilize maximum potential of available water supply from hydrants in areas with low water pressure and/or overcome friction loss on long hose lays. Suggested Procedure:
The first engine stops at the hydrant, Firefighter exits the engine, proceeds to the rear of the engine, and pulls the 5” supply line. The Firefighter loops the hydrant strap around the hydrant, removes the cone, and places it into a position to protect the supply. The Firefighter returns to the cab, and the engine proceeds to the objective. When the engine reaches the objective, the Engineer sets the brake, places the engine in pump, breaks the 5” at the nearest coupling, and attaches it to main suction of the pump. The Captain and Firefighter exit the cab and don SCBA’s. The Captain assesses the incident and directs the Firefighter where to place the 1 ¾” attack line. The Firefighter pulls and flakes the line, then calls for water. The Engineer charges the line to appropriate PSI.
The second engine waits one minute from the first engine’s arrival at the hydrant, then proceeds to the hydrant. The Engineer spots the engine for the short 5” intake hose, sets the brake, and places the engine in pump. The Engineer attaches the 5” intake hose to the large outlet on the hydrant and the main suction on the engine, opens the hydrant, then attaches the dry supply to the large discharge on the engine. The Engineer confirms that the attack engine is ready for water, then charges the 5” supply line to a starting pressure of 100 PSI. The Captain and Firefighter exit the cab when the engine stops, don SCBA’s, remove the irons and a 6’ hook, and proceed to the attack engine. When they reach the attack engine, they establish “Two Out”, pull a 1 ¾” back up line, and call for water. The hose team from the attack engine operates the attack line and makes entry. Time starts when the first engine stops at the hydrant. Time stops when both engines are operating at the above stated pressures and the attack line is in service.
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11. Engine Company Evolution: Progressive Hose lay
Performance Standard: 7:15
Performance Objective: Utilizing desired 1 ½” Wildland pre-connect with a dual GPM nozzle and two (2) pre-packaged hose packs, extend working line up a simulated flank.
Tactical Objective: Attack, control, and extinguish wildland fires through means of a progressive hose lay. Suggested Procedure:
The engine stops at designated objective. The Engineer places the pump in gear, and then completes donning of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment). The Captain and Firefighter exit the apparatus and complete donning of their PPE. The Captain sizes up the fire and determines the best anchor point. The Captain deploys the Wildland pre-connect to the designated anchor point/flank. After hoseline deployment, the Captain retrieves a hand tool while the Engineer and Firefighter don Wildland Packs. The Engineer returns to the panel, charges the line and proceeds to the 2nd position on the hoselay. The Firefighter proceeds to the nozzle, anchors, and begins hose line advancement. The Captain proceeds to the rear of the hoselay and, assists with hose advancement, announcing remaining available hose, evaluating extinguishment and providing LCES.
When the line is fully extended, the nozzle person Firefighter shall wet down the area in front as far as the stream permits to assure maximum safety during the hose extension. The Nozzle person Firefighter shuts down the Nozzle and the hose is clamped approximately 3 to 5 feet behind the nozzle, preferably by either the number 1 or number 2 positions. The hose is bled off and the nozzle removed. The male end is handed off to the number 2 position in return for another male end. The Firefighter recouples the nozzle the Engineer couples the new length. The person that couples first yells out “WATER ONE” and the person that couples second yells out “WATER TWO”. The clamp is removed upon hearing “WATER TWO”. The Captain ensures the roll deploys properly and proceeds up the line, maintaining a distance of 30’ to 50’. This procedure is repeated again until all lengths have been removed from Firefighter and Engineer’s hose packs. If it becomes necessary due to fatigue or other factors, the Nozzle person Firefighter and Hose person Engineer can change positions.
CRITICAL POINT: Avoid deploying hose rolls into potential hot spots. The Captain should continuously assess the for any holes.
Note: Per Cal/OSHA 29CFR1910: “2 In 2 Out” must be established prior to any interior fire ground operations whenever there is a possibility that a IDLH (Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health) atmosphere exists. Page 16 of 25 445 North Main St Lakeport, CA 95453 Phone: (707) 263-4396 Fax: (707) 262-1283
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12. Engine Company Evolution: High Rise/Low Rise Portable Standpipe
Performance Standard: 6:00
Performance Objective: Place needed amount of 3” Trunkline with gated wye serving as a portable standpipe while utilizing 100’ of 2 ½” High Rise Bundles with screw down smooth bore tip as an attack line.
Tactical Objective: Place a single 100’ 2 ½” attack line in operation to effect fire control off of a 3” portable standpipe trunkline Suggested Procedure: The engine stops at the assigned location. Crew dismounts and dons SCBA’s. Captain: acquires the irons, TIC, High Rise Bag, Flashlight, and portable Radio and stages all tools in accessible location. Then places nozzle 2 ½” High Rise Bundle on Firefighters SCBA. Firefighter: Acquires both 2 ½” High Rise Bundles from appropriate compartment and attaches 2 ½” smooth bore nozzle if needed. Then places non-nozzle High Rise Bundle on Captains SCBA. Engineer: Places Engine in pump and communicates with 2nd due for supply. Firefighter: Shoulders in “minute man” by rotation 50’ of 3” trunkline and with tools proceeds to objective. Captain: Shoulders additional 50’ of 3” trunkline and with tools proceeds to objective. Engineer: Follows Captain from a distance and helps flake or should need be, shoulders additional required trunkline to reach objective. Firefighter: At objective places 3” with wye on ground, ensures valves are closed and radios to Engineer for “water”. Then the nozzle 50’ of 2 ½” attack line is flaked. Engineer: Should determine amount of hose on ground, flake any needed hose and charge trunkline. Captain: At objective drops and flakes non-nozzle 50’ of 2 ½” attack line and connects female to gated wye discharge. Firefighter: Now connects attack line couplings and begins to mask-up, in preparation for fire attack with all members of the company. Evolution ends when water is flowing with all company members on air and 2nd due has established supply. CRITICAL POINT: THIS EVOLUTION CAN ONLY BE ACCOMPLISHED OFF OF E-5011’s GATED WYE. ALL OTHER APPARATUS ONLY HAVE 2½” x 1½” GATED WYES. REMOVAL OF THE WYE AND A DIRECT CONNECTION TO THE 3” COUPLING WILL BE NEEDED.
Equipment carried: Captain Engineer Firefighter High Rise Bag/TIC/Radio/Flashlight Irons/Radio/Flashlight Flashlight/Radio
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13. Engine Company Evolution: Reverse FDC Sprinkler Supply
Performance Standard: 4:30
Performance Objective: Supply sprinkler FDC with two 3” Supply lines by pumping from a hydrant through one 5”.
Tactical Objective: Supply sprinkler system from a distance, utilizing full capability of the hydrant water system. Suggested Procedure:
The engine stops at the sprinkler FDC inlet. Captain and Firefighter exit the apparatus, don their SCBA’s, and remove spare air cylinders. Firefighter pulls 3” and removes wye to acquire first male supply, then acquires a second 3” male supply and proceeds to FDC. The Captain and Firefighter each kneel on one of the lines and the signal to “GO” or is given to the Engineer.
After sufficient hose has been laid the Captain is out of the evolution and would be free to begin communications with Command for further assignment.
The Firefighter connects the hose lines to the inlets, signals the Engineer, and is to join the Captain for additional assignment.
The Engineer spots the hydrant, places transmission in neutral, sets parking brake, engages pump switch and moves selector to Direct. The Engineer next establishes water flow from the hydrant to the pump. Water is then supplied to the 3” lines at 150 psi. Lastly, any kinks in the line are straightened.
Time starts when the engine stops at the building and stops when the lines are charged and flowing at the proper pressure.
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14. Reverse Attack Engine Supply
Performance Standard: 4:00
Performance Objective: Reverse Lay a 5” supply from the Pumping Fire Attack Engine to the nearest hydrant.
Tactical Objective: Provide a continuous supply of water by reverse laying a 5” supply from the fire attack pumping engine to the nearest hydrant.
Suggested Procedure:
This evolution is used when an arriving engine is assigned to feeding a pumping engine with a continuous supply of water from a hydrant and is going to pass the pumping engine before the hydrant. The Engineer stops 10’-20’ away from the fire attack pumping engine. The Firefighter gets out, dons SCBA, pulls 5” LDH, and removes the hydrant adapter from the 5”. NOTE: The hydrant adapter must be placed into the reverse laying engines brass box. The Firefighter then attaches the 5” supply to the main suction of the fire attack pumping engine and signals “GO to the Engineer. The Captain communicates with IC for additional assignment then either dismounts or remains with the apparatus depending on the assignment. The Engineer reverse lays to the hydrant, places transmission in neutral, sets parking brake, engages pump switch and moves selector to Direct. Then breaks the 5” LDH, and establishes a supply from the hydrant. The Engineer then communicates with the fire attack pumping engine and charges the supply line. At this point both the Engineer and Firefighter join the Captain for further assignment.
The evolution ends when the supply is charged.
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15. Engine Company Evolution: Low Angle Descent
Performance Standard: 4:40
Performance Objective: Place a single rescuer down an incline.
Tactical Objective: Place a single rescuer down an incline to assess and provide emergency medical care to a patient.
Suggested Procedure:
Engine Company stops at desired location. Crew exits apparatus and Engineer and Firefighter retrieve rescue rope and equipment, flashlights and medical/trauma bags. Captain determines anchor point. Engineer sets up the lowering system and attaches it to the anchor.
The lowering system shall consist of webbing attached to the anchor using a carabineer and an 8-plate or brake bar rack as the working line’s friction device.
For rescuer safety, a separate braking system shall be attached to the anchor utilizing tandem prussiks (two three-wrap prussiks).
Firefighter dons seat harness and the rescue line is connected to the Firefighter’s seat harness with a carabineer; the prussik is wrapped around the rescue line and then attached to the harness. The Firefighter places the medical/trauma bag on their back while the Captain performs a safety check of the system prior to descent. Captain serves as the Safety Officer, and tends the braking system. The Engineer tends the lowering line and lowers the Firefighter to the victim. Firefighter will be lowered past the victim and adjusts the prussik as needed for rescue operations.
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16. Engine Company Evolution: Remote Monitor
Performance Standard: 6:35
Performance Objective: Place a remote monitor in service.
Tactical Objective: Place a remote monitor in service for defensive fire attack in hazardous locations. Suggested Procedure:
Engine Company stops at desired location. Captain and Firefighter exit apparatus. Firefighter climbs up to the basket, removes the monitor and base, and hands them down to other company members. Captain and Firefighter don SCBA’s. Captain selects appropriate location for monitor. Firefighter pulls the end of the 3” hose, removes gated wye to acquire male, and if needed by monitor acquires a second 3” male. Firefighter then anchors both 3” lines and yells “GO” to signal Engineer. The base is assembled and spikes are hammered into asphalt or soil. Monitor is connected and set at approximately 45° angle. 3” hose lines are looped around the base and connected to the inlets. Straps are attached to supply hose. There must be a 10’ interior distance between the loop section of hose and a 10’ straight run of hose at the front of the appliance. Captain and Firefighter remain with the monitor and Engineer reverses out to the hydrant. The Engineer places transmission in neutral, sets parking brake engages pump switch and moves selector to Direct. Engineer connects 5” soft suction into steamer outlet and establishes a supply. Engineer disconnects both 3” lines and connects to engine discharges. Engineer charges both 3” lines to appropriate PSI. Captain calls for water and determines proper fire stream location and Firefighter adjusts angle TO NO MORE THAN THE 30° STOP ALLOWS. Captain and Firefighter retreat to Engine.
Time ends when water is flowing and hydrant has all available connections utilized.
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17. Engine Company Evolution: “Bump & Run” Structure Protection
Performance Standard: 3:10
Performance Objective: Place two 1½” lines in service for structure protection.
Tactical Objective: To “wrap” a building for structure protection.
Suggested Procedure:
Engine Company stops at desired location. The Engineer places transmission in neutral, sets parking brake, engages pump switch, and moves selector to Direct. (If Applicable) Crew exits apparatus in full PPE. Firefighter pulls the first 1 ½” pre-connect and deploys around one side of target (structure). Captain pulls the second 1 ½” pre-connect and deploys around the other side of the structure. Engineer charges the lines to the Standard Operating Pressure (120 psi), then attaches the 2 ½” to 1 ½” gated wye to the rear 2 ½” discharge (If Applicable).
At this point the Captain orders the company to pick up and move on to the next structure. The Engineer throttles down, closes the discharge for both lines, and detaches the hoselines. The Captain and Firefighter bleed nozzles and either shoulder or butterfly hose lines back towards engine. Engineer brings the couplings to the tailboard section of the apparatus and attaches them to the gated wye. Engineer then assists in securing hose lines to rear of Engine. Crew enters cab, engine is taken out of pump and Company moves to next assignment.
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18. Engine Company Evolution: RIC Rescue
Performance Standard: 2:30
Performance Objective: Locate and provide emergency breathing air to an unresponsive Firefighter.
Tactical Objective: Locate and evaluate a downed Firefighter, provide emergency breathing air, and remove the Firefighter from the hazard area.
Suggested Procedure:
A three-person crew assembles at the entry point in full personal protective equipment with a RIC pack and tools. Rescuers enter and locate unresponsive firefighter (victim). Firefighter uses acronym PAC for downed firefighter. PASS = Silence PASS. AIR = Check air level and assess for compromise. COMMUNICATE = Communicate to Captain findings and Engineer air changeover method and packaging method. Captain uses acronym CAN = Condition, actions, needs to transmit information to the IC over the radio. Engineer removes rescue tarp from the RIC pack and places the RIC pack next to the victim. Firefighter positions the victim to facilitate access to the victim’s face-piece and provides air to the victim by attaching the RIC pack regulator of MMR to the victim’s face-piece. Firefighter removes victim’s SCBA and moves it off to the side. Engineer deploys rescue tarp beside the victim and rolls victim into the rescue tarp, and then secures RIC pack to victim and/or rescue tarp using a carabineer. Firefighter, Engineer and Captain then lift and carry the victim to the entry point.
P = PASS A = AIR C = COMMUNICATE
C = CONDITIONS A = ACTIONS N = NEEDS
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19. Engine Company Evolution: Establish a “2-OUT” Line
Performance Standard: 4:00
Performance Objective: Establish 2-out
Tactical Objective: Initiate an interior attack using 2 attack lines while simultaneously establishing 2-out.
Suggested Procedure:
First Engine Company arrives and performs the “Supply Crosslay/Pre-Connect” Company Standard. The Engineer is in full turnouts and places his SCBA in an accessible location. The Captain and Firefighter wait to make entry until “Two Out” is established.
Second Engine Company arrives. All members dismount apparatus and don SCBA. Captain and Firefighter pull a crosslay/pre-connect from the pumping engine and flake it to the same entrance as the “attack line”. Captain then advises to charge the second line. Simultaneously, the Engineer makes face-to-face contact with the pumping Engineer and confirms that they are the 2-out crew. The Engineer then proceeds to the entrance of the building and advises the IC that 2-out is established. The 2 out position then monitors the tactical channel and conditions for potential activation of 2-out.
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20. Engine Company Evolution: Emergency Decontamination Station
Performance Standard: 1:40
Performance Objective: Begin emergency Gross Decontamination
Tactical Objective: Rapid decontamination of contaminated victims, with a privacy barrier
Suggested Procedure:
Engine Company stops at desired location, uphill and upwind from the incident. The Engineer places transmission in neutral, sets parking brake, engages pump switch, and moves selector to Direct. Captain, Engineer, and Firefighter exit the apparatus and don all turn out gear and SCBA’s. The Engineer deploys the booster line to the contaminated victims and begins to rinse them with water. The Captain, and Firefighter acquire highway blankets from Ambulance and take a salvage cover to the location of the victims, and hold the salvage cover in place for privacy. The victims are told to disrobe, and continuously rinsed with water. When gross decontamination is complete, the victims are provided with highway blankets.
* Privacy is high priority, but may have to be compromised in extreme situations.
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21. Engine Company Evolution: Emergency SCBA Buddy Breather
Performance Standard: 2:45
Performance Objective: Provide emergency breathing air to an unresponsive Firefighter.
Tactical Objective: Locate and evaluate a down Firefighter, and provide emergency breathing air via EBSS (Emergency Breathing Support System) or “Buddy Breather”.
Suggested Procedure:
A two-person rescue crew (two-out) assembles at entry point in full personal protective equipment. Rescuers enter and locate unresponsive Firefighter. Rescuer #1 silences victim’s PASS device; confirms unresponsiveness and determines victim’s air supply and the condition of their SCBA; determines victim’s identity; and checks the victim for entrapment. Rescuer #1 relays this information to Rescuer #2 who transmits this information to the IC over the radio. Rescuer #1 places the victim in a prone position to facilitate access to the Dual Emergency Breathing Support System (Buddy Breather) on the victim’s SCBA. Rescuer #1 removes own EBSS and victims EBSS and connects the two. Rescuer #2 prepares victim for removal by performing a waist strap conversion. Rescuer #1 and Rescuer #2 work together to remove victim while Rescuer #1 maintains a distance no further than 3’ from victim so that EBSS Buddy Breathing lines do crimp and disconnect. Rescuer #2 maintains contact with IC as victim is removed.
NOTE: Rescuer #1 should closely monitor own SCBA pressure. If pressure should drop beyond “point of no return” than Rescuer #2 connect to victims EBSS with their own and advise IC of their location, air, and that a RIC team ready for deployment if needed.
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