Engine Company Operations: Fire Attack

Engine Company Operations: Fire Attack

 Introduction This class covers the use of attack lines & nozzles during fire suppression efforts. And explains  in depth how to conduct fire suppression operations aggressively and effectively.  

Objectives At the completion of this program, participants will be able to: 1. Explain the importance of the first due Engine. 2. Explain the impact of the fire attack path. 3. Explain the components of a fire attack system. 4. Explain NFPA 1710 Standard for the Organization and Deployment of Fire Suppression  Operations. 5. Explain NFPA 1410 Standard on Training for Emergency Scene Operations Scope 6. Explain contributing factors to an unsuccessful fire attack. 7. Define what a fire stream is and necessary pressures for successful fire attack. 8. Define the difference in pressure and volume.  9. Define the difference in delivery and duration. 10. Define what nozzle reaction is and how to reduce it. 11.…