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    Fire Operations in theFire Operations in theUrban InterfaceUrban Interface

    Fire Operations in theFire Operations in theUrban InterfaceUrban Interface

    UNIT 4UNIT 4 ---- TACTICSTACTICSUNIT 4UNIT 4 ---- TACTICSTACTICS

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    TACTICS: IntroductionTACTICS: Introduction

    Key Points:Key Points: Structure defenseStructure defense

    involves equipment andinvolves equipment and

    e el a a (e el a a (

    may not) normally bemay not) normally be

    assigned to wildlandassigned to wildland

    and/or structuraland/or structural

    firefighting.firefighting. The moving fire controlsThe moving fire controls

    the actionthe action. Resources. Resources

    defending structuresdefending structures

    must be mobile,must be mobile,

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    Common ProblemsCommon Problemspg. 25pg. 25

    Traffic congestionTraffic congestion

    Concerned and even panicky citizensConcerned and even panicky citizensRoute traffic and establish accessRoute traffic and establish access

    A lack of information on access, numberA lack of information on access, numberof structures and their locationof structures and their location

    Deciding which structures to defendDeciding which structures to defend

    ReconnaissanceReconnaissance

    Structure TriageStructure Triage

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    Routing Traffic andRouting Traffic andEstablishing AccessEstablishing Access

    Turn the traffic controlTurn the traffic controlover to law enforcementover to law enforcement

    e ee e

    access roadsaccess roads

    Come up with a trafficCome up with a traffic

    planplanClear existing trafficClear existing traffic

    Leave a clear path forLeave a clear path for

    other incoming unitsother incoming units

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    Advise ResidentsAdvise Residents

    Evacuation may beEvacuation may be

    desirabledesirableto clear area forto clear area forfirefightingfirefighting

    operationsoperationsto minimize risk toto minimize risk tocitizenscitizens

    Advise evacueesAdvise evacuees

    to take a minimum ofto take a minimum ofbelongingsbelongings

    to closeto close--up, but notup, but not

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    Advise Residents (contd)Advise Residents (contd)

    Residents that remainResidents that remain

    can be helpfulcan be helpful they may know locations ofthey may know locations of

    other structures, waterother structures, water

    e e ee e e

    hazards, etc.hazards, etc.

    they can help prepare theirthey can help prepare their

    homehome

    advise them on wateradvise them on waterconservationconservation

    Homeowners who remainHomeowners who remain

    should be advisedshould be advised

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    ReconnaissanceReconnaissance

    Based on what youBased on what youhave seen:have seen:

    establish your ownestablish your own

    prioritiespriorities

    consider timeconsider time

    remainingremaining

    considerconsider

    defensibility of thedefensibility of the

    structuresstructures

    incoming resourcesincoming resources

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    Structure TriageStructure Triage Each arrivingEach arriving

    resource may have toresource may have to

    perform structureperform structuretriagetriage

    e e lee e le

    learned in Unit 3learned in Unit 3

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    ENGINE OPERATIONSENGINE OPERATIONSENGINE OPERATIONSENGINE OPERATIONS

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    ENGINE OPERATIONSENGINE OPERATIONSENGINE OPERATIONSENGINE OPERATIONS

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    Terra (1994)Terra (1994)Terra (1994)Terra (1994)

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    Terra Fire (1994)Terra Fire (1994)Terra Fire (1994)Terra Fire (1994)

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    Terra Fire (1994)Terra Fire (1994)Terra Fire (1994)Terra Fire (1994)

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    Terra Fire (1994)Terra Fire (1994)Terra Fire (1994)Terra Fire (1994)

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    Terra (1995)Terra (1995)Terra (1995)Terra (1995)

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    Engine Access & PositioningEngine Access & PositioningEngine Access & PositioningEngine Access & Positioning

    Negotiating the accessNegotiating the access

    Pay attention to landmarks and hazardsPay attention to landmarks and hazards Mark the routeMark the route

    If necessary, mark escape routes and safetyIf necessary, mark escape routes and safety

    Negotiating the accessNegotiating the access

    Pay attention to landmarks and hazardsPay attention to landmarks and hazards Mark the routeMark the route

    If necessary, mark escape routes and safetyIf necessary, mark escape routes and safety

    zoneszones Back the engine into position from the lastBack the engine into position from the last

    known turn aroundknown turn around

    zoneszones Back the engine into position from the lastBack the engine into position from the last

    known turn aroundknown turn around

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    Engine Access & PositioningEngine Access & PositioningEngine Access & PositioningEngine Access & Positioning

    Engine positionEngine position

    Park off the road. Do not block accessPark off the road. Do not block access

    Do not park over flammable vegetationDo not park over flammable vegetation

    Park on the side of the structure that willPark on the side of the structure that will

    Engine positionEngine position

    Park off the road. Do not block accessPark off the road. Do not block access

    Do not park over flammable vegetationDo not park over flammable vegetation

    Park on the side of the structure that willPark on the side of the structure that will

    minimize engine exposure to heat and lowingminimize engine exposure to heat and lowingfirebrandsfirebrands

    Park close enough, but not right next to, thePark close enough, but not right next to, the

    structure to minimize the length of hose linesstructure to minimize the length of hose lines Avoid parking near hazardsAvoid parking near hazards

    Leave the doors closed and windows rolled upLeave the doors closed and windows rolled up

    minimize engine exposure to heat and lowingminimize engine exposure to heat and lowingfirebrandsfirebrands

    Park close enough, but not right next to, thePark close enough, but not right next to, the

    structure to minimize the length of hose linesstructure to minimize the length of hose lines Avoid parking near hazardsAvoid parking near hazards

    Leave the doors closed and windows rolled upLeave the doors closed and windows rolled up

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    Hose Lines and NozzlesHose Lines and NozzlesHose Lines and NozzlesHose Lines and Nozzles

    Working linesWorking lines

    Hose sizes (1, 1, )Hose sizes (1, 1, )

    Deploy two lines, one around each side ofDeploy two lines, one around each side of

    Working linesWorking lines

    Hose sizes (1, 1, )Hose sizes (1, 1, )

    Deploy two lines, one around each side ofDeploy two lines, one around each side of

    structure, long enough to meet behindstructure, long enough to meet behindstructure (structure ( 200)200)

    Attach lines to the same side of the engineAttach lines to the same side of the engine

    with shutwith shut--off valve at engineoff valve at engine Lead lines behind the engine and not in theLead lines behind the engine and not in the

    exit pathexit path

    structure, long enough to meet behindstructure, long enough to meet behindstructure (structure ( 200)200)

    Attach lines to the same side of the engineAttach lines to the same side of the engine

    with shutwith shut--off valve at engineoff valve at engine Lead lines behind the engine and not in theLead lines behind the engine and not in the

    exit pathexit path

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    Hose Lines and NozzlesHose Lines and NozzlesHose Lines and NozzlesHose Lines and Nozzles

    Supplementary linesSupplementary lines

    Lines should be readily available forLines should be readily available foruse on the roof or interior of theuse on the roof or interior of the

    structurestructure

    Supplementary linesSupplementary lines

    Lines should be readily available forLines should be readily available foruse on the roof or interior of theuse on the roof or interior of the

    structurestructure

    Interior line (1 )Interior line (1 ) Roof line ( hardRoof line ( hard--line or gardenline or garden

    hose)hose)

    Lines positioned for immediate useLines positioned for immediate use

    should be charged and checkedshould be charged and checked

    Interior line (1 )Interior line (1 ) Roof line ( hardRoof line ( hard--line or gardenline or garden

    hose)hose)

    Lines positioned for immediate useLines positioned for immediate use

    should be charged and checkedshould be charged and checked

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    Hose Lines and NozzlesHose Lines and NozzlesHose Lines and NozzlesHose Lines and Nozzles

    Engine safety lineEngine safety line Protection of the engine and crewProtection of the engine and crew

    Len th of hose 1 lon enou h to reachLen th of hose 1 lon enou h to reach

    Engine safety lineEngine safety line Protection of the engine and crewProtection of the engine and crew

    Len th of hose 1 lon enou h to reachLen th of hose 1 lon enou h to reach

    around the enginearound the engine It must be easily reached and quickly chargedIt must be easily reached and quickly charged

    by the crewby the crew

    It must not fall off if the engine is in motionIt must not fall off if the engine is in motion

    around the enginearound the engine It must be easily reached and quickly chargedIt must be easily reached and quickly charged

    by the crewby the crew

    It must not fall off if the engine is in motionIt must not fall off if the engine is in motion

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    Hose Lines and NozzlesHose Lines and NozzlesHose Lines and NozzlesHose Lines and Nozzles

    NozzlesNozzles Combination nozzle: best choiceCombination nozzle: best choice

    In hi h winds strai htIn hi h winds strai ht--stream ti s on workinstream ti s on workin

    NozzlesNozzles Combination nozzle: best choiceCombination nozzle: best choice

    In hi h winds strai htIn hi h winds strai ht--stream ti s on workinstream ti s on workin

    lines or roof lines work bestlines or roof lines work best

    lines or roof lines work bestlines or roof lines work best

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    Hose Lines and NozzlesHose Lines and NozzlesHose Lines and NozzlesHose Lines and Nozzles

    Lines left or previously laidLines left or previously laid Working lines may be abandoned, but are stillWorking lines may be abandoned, but are still

    usableusable

    Lines left or previously laidLines left or previously laid Working lines may be abandoned, but are stillWorking lines may be abandoned, but are still

    usableusable

    Lines can be laid prior to taking up a positionLines can be laid prior to taking up a position PrePre--laid lines should be left so they are easilylaid lines should be left so they are easily

    noticed (flagged) and within reach of anynoticed (flagged) and within reach of any

    incoming engineincoming engine

    Lines can be laid prior to taking up a positionLines can be laid prior to taking up a position PrePre--laid lines should be left so they are easilylaid lines should be left so they are easily

    noticed (flagged) and within reach of anynoticed (flagged) and within reach of any

    incoming engineincoming engine

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    Confronting the Fire At theConfronting the Fire At the

    StructureStructure

    Confronting the Fire At theConfronting the Fire At the

    StructureStructureSpotting ZoneSpotting Zone

    Firebrands are the major problemFirebrands are the major problem Firebrands may ignite new fires a mile orFirebrands may ignite new fires a mile or

    more ahead of the main firemore ahead of the main fire

    Spotting ZoneSpotting Zone

    Firebrands are the major problemFirebrands are the major problem Firebrands may ignite new fires a mile orFirebrands may ignite new fires a mile or

    more ahead of the main firemore ahead of the main fire

    Remain mobile enough to quickly reach anyRemain mobile enough to quickly reach anypoint within your area of responsibilitypoint within your area of responsibility

    Constantly check for new ignitions; patrol andConstantly check for new ignitions; patrol and

    post lookouts (w/ communication)post lookouts (w/ communication)

    Quickly attack any spot fire; completelyQuickly attack any spot fire; completely

    extinguishextinguish

    Remain mobile enough to quickly reach anyRemain mobile enough to quickly reach anypoint within your area of responsibilitypoint within your area of responsibility

    Constantly check for new ignitions; patrol andConstantly check for new ignitions; patrol and

    post lookouts (w/ communication)post lookouts (w/ communication)

    Quickly attack any spot fire; completelyQuickly attack any spot fire; completely

    extinguishextinguish

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    Full Containment (around structure)Full Containment (around structure)

    The wildland fire can be stopped short of theThe wildland fire can be stopped short of thestructurestructure

    The control line will com letel surround theThe control line will com letel surround the

    Full Containment (around structure)Full Containment (around structure)

    The wildland fire can be stopped short of theThe wildland fire can be stopped short of thestructurestructure

    The control line will com letel surround theThe control line will com letel surround the

    Confronting the Fire At theConfronting the Fire At the

    StructureStructure

    Confronting the Fire At theConfronting the Fire At the

    StructureStructure

    structure or will join adjacent control linesstructure or will join adjacent control lines If possible, simply put the fire out when itIf possible, simply put the fire out when it

    reaches the control perimeterreaches the control perimeter

    Otherwise, fire out from a control lineOtherwise, fire out from a control line

    structure or will join adjacent control linesstructure or will join adjacent control lines If possible, simply put the fire out when itIf possible, simply put the fire out when it

    reaches the control perimeterreaches the control perimeter

    Otherwise, fire out from a control lineOtherwise, fire out from a control line

    CCCC

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    Partial Containment (around structure)Partial Containment (around structure)

    The wildland fire will move past the structure before aThe wildland fire will move past the structure before a

    control line can be establishedcontrol line can be established Attempt to reduce the fires intensity as it movesAttempt to reduce the fires intensity as it moves

    towards the structuretowards the structure

    Partial Containment (around structure)Partial Containment (around structure)

    The wildland fire will move past the structure before aThe wildland fire will move past the structure before a

    control line can be establishedcontrol line can be established Attempt to reduce the fires intensity as it movesAttempt to reduce the fires intensity as it moves

    towards the structuretowards the structure

    Confronting the Fire At theConfronting the Fire At the

    StructureStructure

    Confronting the Fire At theConfronting the Fire At the

    StructureStructure

    Use working lines to knock down the fire front that isUse working lines to knock down the fire front that ismoving directly toward the structuremoving directly toward the structure

    When the fire front is split, use the working lines toWhen the fire front is split, use the working lines to

    lead the fire around the structurelead the fire around the structure After the main fire passes, put out any fire along theAfter the main fire passes, put out any fire along the

    structures perimeterstructures perimeter

    Quickly check the structure for fireQuickly check the structure for fire

    Use working lines to knock down the fire front that isUse working lines to knock down the fire front that ismoving directly toward the structuremoving directly toward the structure

    When the fire front is split, use the working lines toWhen the fire front is split, use the working lines to

    lead the fire around the structurelead the fire around the structure After the main fire passes, put out any fire along theAfter the main fire passes, put out any fire along the

    structures perimeterstructures perimeter

    Quickly check the structure for fireQuickly check the structure for fire

    C f i h Fi A hC f i h Fi A hC f i h Fi A hC f i h Fi A h

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    No Containment (around structure)No Containment (around structure)

    The wildland fire will blow throughThe wildland fire will blow throughessentially unchecked; efforts are directed toessentially unchecked; efforts are directed to

    No Containment (around structure)No Containment (around structure)

    The wildland fire will blow throughThe wildland fire will blow throughessentially unchecked; efforts are directed toessentially unchecked; efforts are directed to

    Confronting the Fire At theConfronting the Fire At the

    StructureStructure

    Confronting the Fire At theConfronting the Fire At the

    StructureStructure

    Direct all hose lines onto the structure andDirect all hose lines onto the structure and

    allow the wildland fire to burn pastallow the wildland fire to burn past

    If safety of the crew is jeopardized, retreat to aIf safety of the crew is jeopardized, retreat to a

    prepre--identified safe zone and reidentified safe zone and re--enter the areaenter the area

    when the fire has passedwhen the fire has passed

    Direct all hose lines onto the structure andDirect all hose lines onto the structure and

    allow the wildland fire to burn pastallow the wildland fire to burn past

    If safety of the crew is jeopardized, retreat to aIf safety of the crew is jeopardized, retreat to a

    prepre--identified safe zone and reidentified safe zone and re--enter the areaenter the area

    when the fire has passedwhen the fire has passed

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    Fighting Roof FiresFighting Roof FiresFighting Roof FiresFighting Roof Fires

    Flammable roofs are frequently ignited byFlammable roofs are frequently ignited by

    wildland fireswildland fires

    Flammable roofs are frequently ignited byFlammable roofs are frequently ignited by

    wildland fireswildland fires

    the key is quick attackthe key is quick attack

    extinguished from the outsideextinguished from the outside

    make sure the fire is out; remove shinglesmake sure the fire is out; remove shingles

    the key is quick attackthe key is quick attack

    extinguished from the outsideextinguished from the outside

    make sure the fire is out; remove shinglesmake sure the fire is out; remove shingles

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    Fire spread across roofFire spread across roof

    assume fire has spread into and through theassume fire has spread into and through theroofroof

    Fire spread across roofFire spread across roof

    assume fire has spread into and through theassume fire has spread into and through theroofroof

    Fighting Roof FiresFighting Roof FiresFighting Roof FiresFighting Roof Fires

    exterior and interiorexterior and interior

    Only agency personnel trained andOnly agency personnel trained and

    equipped for structural firefighting areequipped for structural firefighting are

    permitted to make an interior attackpermitted to make an interior attack

    exterior and interiorexterior and interior

    Only agency personnel trained andOnly agency personnel trained and

    equipped for structural firefighting areequipped for structural firefighting are

    permitted to make an interior attackpermitted to make an interior attack

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    Water & Foam UseWater & Foam UseWater & Foam UseWater & Foam Use

    Water Supplies:Water Supplies:

    Save a 100Save a 100--gallon reserve in your enginegallon reserve in your engine Take advantage of any opportunity to addTake advantage of any opportunity to add

    Water Supplies:Water Supplies:

    Save a 100Save a 100--gallon reserve in your enginegallon reserve in your engine Take advantage of any opportunity to addTake advantage of any opportunity to add

    Know the characteristics of the water supplyKnow the characteristics of the water supply

    System capacitySystem capacity

    Flow rateFlow rate

    PressurePressure

    ReliabilityReliability

    Know the characteristics of the water supplyKnow the characteristics of the water supply

    System capacitySystem capacity

    Flow rateFlow rate

    PressurePressure

    ReliabilityReliability

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    Water application:Water application:

    Effective application is the key to conservingEffective application is the key to conservingwater and using it effectivelywater and using it effectively

    Timing of water applicationTiming of water application

    Water application:Water application:

    Effective application is the key to conservingEffective application is the key to conservingwater and using it effectivelywater and using it effectively

    Timing of water applicationTiming of water application

    Water & Foam UseWater & Foam UseWater & Foam UseWater & Foam Use

    Wetting down with waterWetting down with water Reducing the heat buildReducing the heat build--upup

    Duration of the heat waveDuration of the heat wave

    Peak heat wave tacticsPeak heat wave tactics

    Wetting down with waterWetting down with water Reducing the heat buildReducing the heat build--upup

    Duration of the heat waveDuration of the heat wave

    Peak heat wave tacticsPeak heat wave tactics

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    Water ApplicationWater ApplicationDuration of the Heat WaveDuration of the Heat Wave

    Water ApplicationWater ApplicationDuration of the Heat WaveDuration of the Heat Wave

    The duration of the intense heat producedThe duration of the intense heat producedby burning wildland fuels depends uponby burning wildland fuels depends uponthe fuels involved and on the overallthe fuels involved and on the overall

    The duration of the intense heat producedThe duration of the intense heat producedby burning wildland fuels depends uponby burning wildland fuels depends uponthe fuels involved and on the overallthe fuels involved and on the overall

    urn ng con t onsurn ng con t onsurn ng con t onsurn ng con t ons

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    Water ApplicationWater ApplicationPeak Heat Wave TacticsPeak Heat Wave Tactics

    Water ApplicationWater ApplicationPeak Heat Wave TacticsPeak Heat Wave Tactics

    Do not waste water by spraying at a wallDo not waste water by spraying at a wallof flame during the peak of the heat andof flame during the peak of the heat andsmokesmoke

    Do not waste water by spraying at a wallDo not waste water by spraying at a wallof flame during the peak of the heat andof flame during the peak of the heat andsmokesmoke

    ee re uge n t e s a e o somet ng t atee re uge n t e s a e o somet ng t atblocks intense radiant heatblocks intense radiant heat

    Wait until you have an opportunity to doWait until you have an opportunity to dosome good with your watersome good with your water

    Use water when and where you have theUse water when and where you have theadvantage, not on fire that is burning at itsadvantage, not on fire that is burning at itspeak intensitypeak intensity

    ee re uge n t e s a e o somet ng t atee re uge n t e s a e o somet ng t atblocks intense radiant heatblocks intense radiant heat

    Wait until you have an opportunity to doWait until you have an opportunity to dosome good with your watersome good with your water

    Use water when and where you have theUse water when and where you have theadvantage, not on fire that is burning at itsadvantage, not on fire that is burning at itspeak intensitypeak intensity

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    Foam UseFoam UseFoam UseFoam Use ClassClass--A foam is an aggregation of smallA foam is an aggregation of small

    bubbles created by injecting air into a mixturebubbles created by injecting air into a mixtureof water and foam concentrate.of water and foam concentrate.

    When correctly applied, foam:When correctly applied, foam:

    ClassClass--A foam is an aggregation of smallA foam is an aggregation of small

    bubbles created by injecting air into a mixturebubbles created by injecting air into a mixtureof water and foam concentrate.of water and foam concentrate.

    When correctly applied, foam:When correctly applied, foam:

    excludes the air from the fuel and envelopes theexcludes the air from the fuel and envelopes thevolatile combustible vapors at the fuel surfacevolatile combustible vapors at the fuel surface

    reflects radiant heat and absorbs heat ofreflects radiant heat and absorbs heat of

    combustioncombustion

    clings to vertical surfacesclings to vertical surfaces

    releases water from its bubble structure at areleases water from its bubble structure at a

    reduced ratereduced rate

    excludes the air from the fuel and envelopes theexcludes the air from the fuel and envelopes thevolatile combustible vapors at the fuel surfacevolatile combustible vapors at the fuel surface

    reflects radiant heat and absorbs heat ofreflects radiant heat and absorbs heat of

    combustioncombustion

    clings to vertical surfacesclings to vertical surfaces

    releases water from its bubble structure at areleases water from its bubble structure at a

    reduced ratereduced rate

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    Attack Methods Using FoamAttack Methods Using FoamAttack Methods Using FoamAttack Methods Using Foam Direct AttackDirect Attack

    Indirect AttackIndirect Attack Structure TreatmentStructure Treatment

    Direct AttackDirect Attack

    Indirect AttackIndirect Attack Structure TreatmentStructure Treatment

    Begin treating the structure 10Begin treating the structure 10--15 minutes15 minutes

    before the expected front beginsbefore the expected front begins

    Foam should be applied to a structure byFoam should be applied to a structure by

    lofting the foam from a distancelofting the foam from a distance

    Fuel tanks and LPG containers can be coatedFuel tanks and LPG containers can be coated

    Begin treating the structure 10Begin treating the structure 10--15 minutes15 minutes

    before the expected front beginsbefore the expected front begins

    Foam should be applied to a structure byFoam should be applied to a structure by

    lofting the foam from a distancelofting the foam from a distance

    Fuel tanks and LPG containers can be coatedFuel tanks and LPG containers can be coated

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    MobilityMobilityMobilityMobility

    Stay mobileStay mobile Do not Do not dig indig in

    Stay mobileStay mobile Do not Do not dig indig in

    structure:structure: abandon the hoseabandon the hose

    take only the fittingstake only the fittings

    structure:structure: abandon the hoseabandon the hose

    take only the fittingstake only the fittings

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    Retreating & ReturningRetreating & ReturningRetreating & ReturningRetreating & Returning

    It may be necessary to retreat due toIt may be necessary to retreat due tointensity of the fireintensity of the fire

    If returning to a structure after the main fireIf returning to a structure after the main fire

    It may be necessary to retreat due toIt may be necessary to retreat due tointensity of the fireintensity of the fire

    If returning to a structure after the main fireIf returning to a structure after the main fire

    has passed, watch for hazards:has passed, watch for hazards: Downed power linesDowned power lines

    Burning snagsBurning snags

    Rock & logs on roadRock & logs on road SmokeSmoke

    Weakened bridges or cattle guardsWeakened bridges or cattle guards

    has passed, watch for hazards:has passed, watch for hazards: Downed power linesDowned power lines

    Burning snagsBurning snags

    Rock & logs on roadRock & logs on road SmokeSmoke

    Weakened bridges or cattle guardsWeakened bridges or cattle guards

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    Extinguishment & FollowExtinguishment & Follow--upupExtinguishment & FollowExtinguishment & Follow--upup

    Within the limits of time available,Within the limits of time available,there are important things youthere are important things youshould do to assure that the structureshould do to assure that the structure

    Within the limits of time available,Within the limits of time available,there are important things youthere are important things youshould do to assure that the structureshould do to assure that the structure

    rema ns sa erema ns sa e Covered in Unit 5, Public RelationsCovered in Unit 5, Public Relations

    and Followand Follow--upup

    Video:Video: Engine OperationsEngine Operations

    rema ns sa erema ns sa e Covered in Unit 5, Public RelationsCovered in Unit 5, Public Relations

    and Followand Follow--upup

    Video:Video: Engine OperationsEngine Operations

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    FIRING OUT (BURNING OUT)FIRING OUT (BURNING OUT)FIRING OUT (BURNING OUT)FIRING OUT (BURNING OUT)

    Firing out (burning out) means to set fireFiring out (burning out) means to set firealong a control line in order to remove fuelalong a control line in order to remove fuelbetween the line and the main fire.between the line and the main fire.

    The main fire may (or may not) be activelyThe main fire may (or may not) be activelyadvancing.advancing.

    Crew Bosses have the authority to initiateCrew Bosses have the authority to initiate

    burnout procedures unless specificallyburnout procedures unless specificallyordered not to.ordered not to.

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    BACKFIREBACKFIREBACKFIREBACKFIRE A backfire means to set fire along the innerA backfire means to set fire along the inner

    edge of a control line to consume the fueledge of a control line to consume the fuelin the path of a wildfire and/or change thein the path of a wildfire and/or change thedirection of force of the fires convectiondirection of force of the fires convection

    The decision to backfire is normally madeThe decision to backfire is normally madeby the operations section chief, approvedby the operations section chief, approvedin the incident action plan, and put intoin the incident action plan, and put intoeffect at the division leveleffect at the division level

    FIRING OUT IS VALUABLEFIRING OUT IS VALUABLEFIRING OUT IS VALUABLEFIRING OUT IS VALUABLE

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    FIRING OUT IS VALUABLEFIRING OUT IS VALUABLE

    WHEN . . .WHEN . . .

    FIRING OUT IS VALUABLEFIRING OUT IS VALUABLE

    WHEN . . .WHEN . . . YOU CANNOT WAIT for the main fire toYOU CANNOT WAIT for the main fire to

    reach your established control line.reach your established control line. The CONTROL LINE WILL NOT HOLDThe CONTROL LINE WILL NOT HOLD

    ..

    The INTENSITY of the main fire at theThe INTENSITY of the main fire at thecontrol line would be great enough tocontrol line would be great enough tothreaten the structure.threaten the structure.

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