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PD’s 2: What are the 9 points of size-up for a PD? 2

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COAL WARTS
Construction
Occupancy
Alarm source 
Life hazard
Windows
Alarm assignment 
Roof design
Time of day
Street conditions
1
Q

PD’s chapter 2: Size-up begins with the receipt of the alarm and continues until what? 1

A

Until the fire is under control.

2
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PD’s 2: what are 4 indicators of an attic occupancy? 2.4

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  • Attic area with a dormer
  • Adequate height (approx. 7’ attic)
  • AC in attic window
  • Windows of fair size and normal appearance with curtains and drapes
3
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PD’s 2: What are seven indicators of of multiple families living in a PD? 2.4

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  • Number of electric meters
  • Number of mailboxes
  • Fire escapes
  • Multiple entrance doors
  • Numerous cars in driveway
  • exterior cellar entrance
  • garage doors removed and replaced with entrance door.
4
Q

PD’s 2: true or false: In general, response distances in PD areas are greater than other areas of the city because they are more sparsely populated. 2.2

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True

5
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PD’s 2: What specific feature of a PD’s cellar may lead to an early collapse? 2.6

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Open lightweight construction (Absence of Sheetrock or plaster on the ceiling.)

6
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PD’s 2: If the upper floor windows are inaccessible, or cannot be entered due to their size or
construction, who shall be notified and what actions will be taken? 2.7

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The Ladder Company Officer shall be notified and those rooms will have to be searched by the interior team. Any ventilation of these windows shall be coordinated
and vented as directed by the Ladder Company Officer operating inside the area to be
vented.

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PD’s 2: true or false: Porch and garage roofs provide a suitable platform from which to work regardless of construction. Windows at these locations will allow quick access to the
upper floor rooms. Be aware that screened or open porches may not provide protection
from fire venting below. 2.7

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Porch and garage roofs of normal wood frame construction may provide a suitable
platform from which to work. Members shall not use porch and garage roofs constructed of aluminum or similar lightweight materials to conduct operations.