Strategies and Tactics Flashcards

In the RECEO-VS model, what does the final 'S' stand for?

Answer: Salvage

RECEO-VS ends with Ventilation and Salvage, with salvage protecting property from further damage.

Which is the correct order of fireground priorities?

Answer: Life safety, incident stabilization, property conservation

The standard order is life safety first, then stabilizing the incident, then conserving property.

A 'two-in, two-out' rule requires that:

Answer: Two firefighters enter together while two remain outside ready to assist

The rule maintains an interior team of two and a standby team of two for rescue during interior structural attacks.

Exposure protection involves:

Answer: Preventing fire from spreading to adjacent structures or objects

Exposure protection uses streams and barriers to stop the fire from extending to nearby exposures.

What is the main advantage of a defensive 'surround and drown' operation?

Answer: It applies large water flows from safe exterior positions on a heavily involved fire

Surround and drown uses master streams from outside to control fires too dangerous for interior attack.

The incident commander's main responsibility is to:

Answer: Maintain overall command, develop strategy, and ensure firefighter safety

The IC sets strategy, manages resources, and is ultimately accountable for scene safety and outcomes.

Why is establishing a water supply early important during initial operations?

Answer: It ensures sustained flow before the booster tank runs out

Securing a hydrant or other source early prevents running out of water from the limited onboard tank.