18 Forcible Entry

Question 1

Considerations when forcing a window? 18/22

Answer 1

1. Requirements of the situation
2. Time Factor
3. Safety of personnel
4. Type of glazing

Question 2

What should be taken into account on the forcible entry size up?

Answer 2

1. Type of contruction
2. Available access to the doors, windows or walls
3. Available tools
4. Time

Question 3

Forcible entry tools can be divided into four different groups based on the manner in which they are used!

Answer 3

1. cutting
2. prying and spreading
3. striking and battering
4. pushing and pulling

Question 4

Forcible entry tools can be powered by various means?

Answer 4

1. Hand
2. Electric
3. Pneumatic
4. Hydraulic
5. Gasoline

Question 5

Define forcible entry?

Answer 5

The act of gaining access to a structure through means other than an open window or door using applied techniques and available tools which aid in reducing unnecessary damage to the occupancy or compromising structural integrity.

Question 6

When should tools be cleaned and inspected?

Answer 6

1. periodically

2. after each use

Question 7

What are 4 different types of locks?

Answer 7

1. Mortise Lock
2. Bored (Cylindrical) Lock
3. Rim Lock
4. Padlock

Question 8

What are 4 types of doors?

Answer 8

1. Swinging (inward/outward)
2. Sliding
3. Revolving
4. Overhead

Question 9

What are 6 types of windows?

Answer 9

1. Awning
2. Factory projected
3. Slider
4. Jalousie
5. Hinged/ casement
6. Single hung

Question 10

What factors should you consider when forcing a window ?

Answer 10

1. Requirements of the situation
2. Time Factor
3. Safety of personnel
4. Type of glacing

Question 11

Name 4 types of window glazes?

Answer 11

1. Mesh used in wired glass
2. Laminated and stained glass
3. Axe proof glass
4. Bullet resistant Glass

Question 12

What are the 2 factors of potential danger, when breaching a wall?

Answer 12

1. Electrical wiring, plumbing,
   and gas lines are concealed in walls
2. Structural integrity – load bearing walls in a structure already weakened by fire must be approached cautiously.

Question 13

When dealing with padlock, what are the least costly methods to gain access?

Answer 13

Cutting at the chain link or hasp

Question 14

The efficiency of the fire fighters in forcing entrance to a building depends on three major factors.

Answer 14

1. Choosing the appropriate tool(s)
2. Applying the proper techniques
3. Safety for all concerned.