MODULE 6:PRIVATE DWELLING

SIMULATIONS

OBJECTIVESModule 6

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.

OBJECTIVESModule 6

Use the Communications Model while performing the role of a firefighter, officer, or dispatcher.

Use the Command Sequence in decisionmaking.

OBJECTIVESModule 6

Determine strategy, select tactics, and operate within an appropriate ICS organization.

Effectively use the Tactical Action Model and make appropriate risk/benefit decisions.

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SINGLE-FAMILYDWELLINGS

Definition of a Single-Family Dwelling

A structure designed for occupancy and use as a residence for one family

Detached dwellings

Attached dwellings

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SPECIAL CONSTRUCTIONFACTORS OF SINGLE-FAMILY

DWELLINGS

Wall Construction

•Masonry

•Frame

•Knee walls

•Other void spaces

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Roof Assemblies

• Flat roof

• Pitched roof

• Roof covering

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Floor Assemblies

• Support systems

• Floor coverings

Entry

• Doors• Windows• Security devices

COMMON PROBLEMSIN SINGLE-FAMILY

DWELLINGS

Common Problems

Life hazard and victim location

• Sleeping areas

• Escape routes

• Closets and under beds

Common Problems (cont’d)

Extension of fire, heat, and smoke• Open stairs• Voids• Outside structure• Room to room

Common Problems (cont’d)

Structure deterioration and collapse

• Weakened structural elements– Roofs

– Floors

– Exterior walls

• Lightweight construction

• Structural deficiences

BASIC TACTICS

First Floor Fire

• Primary search and rescue

• Ventilate to support the primary search, then to support other strategies

• Interior fire attack from unburned to burned

• Check for extension on all six sides

Basement Fire

• Primary search and rescue

• Ventilate first floor to maintain control of operating area

• Ventilate basement

• Fire flow options

• Interior stairs act as a chimney

• Safety issues

Second/Third Floor Fires

• Second 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 space

Attic Fire

• Attack fire from floor below

• Pull ceiling from doorway and extinguish fire

• Ventilate horizontally

• Ventilate vertically only on large attic area

Attached Garage Fire

• Keep fire from entering main living area• Provide handlines to main living area and

garage• Pull walls and ceilings to prevent extension• When truss construction assumed, do not get

on or nder roof assembly if well involved• Provide horizontal ventilation

Support Activities

• SCBA bottle changes

• Electricity and lights

• Utility control

• Rehab area

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Activity 6.1--Purpose

To give students an opportunity to put into knowledge gained from the entire Managing Company Tactical Operations (MCTO) series

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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Activity 6.1--Role Responsibilities

• Facilitator/Timekeeper

• Incident commander

• Chief’s aide

• Dispatcher

• Company officer

• Firefighters

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MCTO TACTICS

• Module 1 - Introduction

• Module 2 - Ventilation and Rescue

• Module 3 - Fire Confinement and Extinguishment

• Module 4 - Water Supply and Exposure Protection

• Module 5 - Salvage, Overhaul and Support

• Module 6 - Private Dwelling Simulations