Ch 11 - Ventilation

Question 1

Tactical ventilation

Answer 1

Planned, systematic, coordinated removal of heated air, smoke, gases, or other contaminants

Question 2

Ventilation benefits

Answer 2

-increased oxygen availability
-reduced concentration of toxic products of combustion
-reduced temperature
-increased visibility

Question 3

Safety Considerations

Answer 3

-location and extent of fire
-changes to fire behavior, spread, and growth
-coordination with other fire ground operations
-recognize that all openings are ventilation
-buildings structural integrity
-wind and weather conditions