Grapevine Fire Department Protocol special Considerations Quiz

What is the purpose of the Grapevine Structural Firefighting Protocol (GSFP)?

• To provide a detailed history of firefighting in Grapevine

• To identify tasks for the initial phases of a structure fire

• To train new firefighters in basic skills

• To outline the financial budget for the fire department

Who is responsible for ensuring that all members of the Grapevine Fire Department are knowledgeable and competent?

• The City Mayor

• The Fire Chief

• The Officers

• The Incident Commander

What should be considered when positioning a Truck Company or Quint at a commercial building fire?

• The color of the building

• The number of windows

• The ability to facilitate opening up the building

• The type of fire extinguishers available

Why is it important to check scuppers and drains when accessing the roof of a commercial building?

• To ensure the roof is clean

• To determine the true roof height

• To find the best view of the fire

• To locate the nearest water source

What should be set up on the corners to sweep two sides of the building in a defensive firefighting strategy?

• Aerial apparatus

• Fire extinguishers

• Water hoses

• Fire alarms

What should be established around the building to ensure safety during a defensive operation?

• Fire alarms

• Collapse zones

• Water tanks

• Safety nets

How many water supplies should be established for each Truck/Quint?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

What rule is applied to the opening of rear doors in a strip shopping center fire?

• Rule of 2's

• Rule of 3's

• Rule of 4's

• Rule of 5's

What should be anticipated in large apartments during a working incident?

• Small commitment of resources

• Large commitment of resources

• No commitment of resources

• Minimal commitment of resources

What method is suggested for supplying water to the attack lines on the fire floor?

• Using a bucket brigade

• Using trucks/Quints via their waterways

• Using a helicopter drop

• Using a fire extinguisher