Ch. 5 Strategy

Question 1

Ch. 5 pg; 209
Incident stabilization is the process of controlling the fire. For structure fires the fire is considered under control when:
A. it is incapable of growing larger due to the control measures in place.
B. Fire attack has controlled the main body of the fire
C. Fire is isolated, and paths of egress are secured
D. Fire has be extinguished.

Answer 1

A. it is incapable of growing larger due to the control measures in place.

it also means that no added fuel, oxygen or heat will result in fire growth.

Question 2

Ch. 5 strategy
A mobile command is not intended to be used throughout the incident, but so the company officer may remain with his or her crew. situations in which a mobile command may be used are: (5)

Answer 2

• life safety situation, such as a victim rescue
• offensive fire attack, in the marginal mode
• any incident where the safety of FFs is a major concern
• incidents that require further investigation by the company officer.
• crew members need closer supervision due to being new or inexperienced.