1. Slide 6-1 MODULE 6: PRIVATE DWELLING SIMULATIONS

2. Slide 6-2 OBJECTIVES Identify the unique construction factors of single-family dwellings. Recognize the basic problems that need to be addressed when single-family dwellings are involved in fire. Wall Construction Roof Assemblies Floor Assemblies Entry Module 6 Overview Life Hazard and Victim Location Extension Into Void Spaces Extension Through Living Spaces

3. Slide 6-3 OBJECTIVES Use the Communications Model while performing the role of a firefighter, officer, or dispatcher. Use the Command Sequence in Decisionmaking. Simulations Module 6 Overview Simulations

4. Slide 6-4 OBJECTIVES Determine strategy, select tactics, and operate within an appropriate ICS organization. Effectively use the Tactical Action Model and make appropriate risk/benefit decisions. Simulations Simulations Module 6 Overview

5. Slide 6-5 REVIEW OF REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

6. Slide 6-6 From Managing Company Tactical Operations: Preparation The Communications ModelThe Communications Model Building construction and fire behaviorBuilding construction and fire behavior The Quick Access Prefire Plan (QAP)The Quick Access Prefire Plan (QAP)

7. Slide 6-7 From Managing Company Tactical Operations: Decisionmaking The command sequenceThe command sequence The Incident Command SystemThe Incident Command System

8. Slide 6-8 The Incident Command System COMMAND STAGING SAFETY LIAISON INFORMATION DIVISION GROUP

9. Slide 6-9 From Managing Company Tactical Operations: Tactics The principles of the various tactical operationsThe principles of the various tactical operations The Tactical Action ModelThe Tactical Action Model The coordination of tactical operationsThe coordination of tactical operations

10. Slide 6-10 SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLINGS

11. Slide 6-11 Definition of a Single-Family Dwelling A structure designed for occupancy and use as a residence for one family Detached dwellings Detached dwellings Attached dwellings Attached dwellings

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16. Slide 6-16 SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION FACTORS OF SINGLE- FAMILY DWELLINGS

17. Slide 6-17 Wall Construction MasonryMasonry FrameFrame Knee wallsKnee walls Other void spacesOther void spaces

18. Slide 6-18 Knee Walls Dormer VoidSpace KneeWalls VoidSpace

19. Slide 6-19 Roof Assemblies Flat roofFlat roof Pitched roofPitched roof Roof coveringRoof covering

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22. Slide 6-22 Floor Assemblies Support systemsSupport systems Floor coveringsFloor coverings

23. Slide 6-23 Entry DoorsDoors WindowsWindows Security devicesSecurity devices

24. Slide 6-24 COMMON PROBLEMS IN SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLINGS

25. Slide 6-25 Common Problems Life hazard and victim location Sleeping areasSleeping areas Escape routesEscape routes Closets and under bedsClosets and under beds

26. Slide 6-26 Common Problems (cont'd) Extension of fire, heat, and smoke Open stairsOpen stairs VoidsVoids Outside structureOutside structure Room to roomRoom to room

27. Slide 6-27 Common Problems (cont'd) Structural deterioration and collapse Weakened structural elementsWeakened structural elements – Roofs – Floors – Exterior walls Lightweight constructionLightweight construction Structural deficienciesStructural deficiencies

28. Slide 6-28 BASIC TACTICS

29. Slide 6-29 First Floor Fire Primary search and rescuePrimary search and rescue Ventilate to support the primary search, then to support other strategiesVentilate to support the primary search, then to support other strategies Interior fire attack from unburned to burnedInterior fire attack from unburned to burned Check for extension on all six sidesCheck for extension on all six sides

30. Slide 6-30 Basement Fire Primary search and rescuePrimary search and rescue Ventilate first floor to maintain control of operating areaVentilate first floor to maintain control of operating area Ventilate basementVentilate basement Fire flow optionsFire flow options Interior stairs act as a chimneyInterior stairs act as a chimney Safety issuesSafety issues

31. Slide 6-31 Second/Third Floor Fires Second floor with third floor above, treat as a first floor fire that often needs ladder support for various tacticsSecond floor with third floor above, treat as a first floor fire that often needs ladder support for various tactics Top floor with attic/attic space above, treat as a second floor fire with possible extension to the attic/attic spaceTop floor with attic/attic space above, treat as a second floor fire with possible extension to the attic/attic space

32. Slide 6-32 Attic Fire Attack fire from floor belowAttack fire from floor below Pull ceiling from doorway and extinguish firePull ceiling from doorway and extinguish fire Ventilate horizontallyVentilate horizontally Ventilate vertically only on large attic areaVentilate vertically only on large attic area

33. Slide 6-33 Attached Garage Fire Keep fire from entering main living areaKeep fire from entering main living area Provide handlines to main living area and garageProvide handlines to main living area and garage Pull walls and ceilings to prevent extensionPull walls and ceilings to prevent extension When truss construction assumed, do not get on or under roof assembly if well involvedWhen truss construction assumed, do not get on or under roof assembly if well involved Provide horizontal ventilationProvide horizontal ventilation

34. Slide 6-34 Support Activities SCBA bottle changesSCBA bottle changes Electricity and lightsElectricity and lights Utility controlUtility control Rehab areaRehab area

35. Slide 6-35 Large Group Activity 6.1 Applying Tactical Operations

36. Slide 6-36 Activity 6.1--Purpose To give students an opportunity to put into action knowledge gained from the entire Managing Company Tactical Operations (MCTO) series

37. Slide 6-37 Applying Tactical Operations "For the things we need to learn to do before we do them, we learn by doing them." Aristotle

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40. Slide 6-40 Activity 6.1—Role Responsibilities Facilitator/TimekeeperFacilitator/Timekeeper Incident commanderIncident commander Chief's aideChief's aide DispatcherDispatcher Company officerCompany officer FirefightersFirefighters

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49. Slide 6-49 SUMMARY

50. Slide 6-50 Module 1: Introduction Communications ModelCommunications Model Quick Access Prefire Plan (QAP)Quick Access Prefire Plan (QAP) The command sequenceThe command sequence Risk/Benefit evaluationRisk/Benefit evaluation Strategic modeStrategic mode Tactical Action ModelTactical Action Model Apparatus placementApparatus placement

51. Slide 6-51 Module 2: Ventilation and Rescue PrinciplesPrinciples Tactical sizeupTactical sizeup Support activitiesSupport activities CoordinationCoordination Tactical Action PlanTactical Action Plan

52. Slide 6-52 Module 3: Fire Confinement and Extinguishment PrinciplesPrinciples Tactical sizeupTactical sizeup Nozzle and hoseline selectionNozzle and hoseline selection Fixed fire protection systemsFixed fire protection systems Support activitiesSupport activities CoordinationCoordination Tactical Action PlanTactical Action Plan

53. Slide 6-53 Module 4: Water Supply and Exposure Protection PrinciplesPrinciples Tactical sizeupTactical sizeup Support activitiesSupport activities Coordination requiredCoordination required Tactical Action PlanTactical Action Plan

54. Slide 6-54 Module 5: Salvage, Overhaul, and Support Activities PrinciplesPrinciples Tactical sizeupTactical sizeup Support activitiesSupport activities Coordination requiredCoordination required Tactical Action PlanTactical Action Plan

55. Slide 6-55 Module 6: Private Dwelling Simulations Review of required knowledgeReview of required knowledge Single-family dwellingsSingle-family dwellings Predicting fire and smoke travelPredicting fire and smoke travel SimulationsSimulations