Chapter 7 - Forcible Entry

Question 1

What are the forcible entry methods used by the SFD?

Answer 1

1. Conventional - Irons
2. Thru the lock - K tool, shove knife
3. Cutting - Circ saw
4. Hydraulically - Hydra Ram

Question 2

What are the sizes of flat head axes?

Answer 2

32 and 36”

Question 3

How long is the halligan?

Answer 3

30”

Question 4

What are the 3 parts to the halligan?

Answer 4

Fork, Pike, Adz

Question 5

How much force can the hydra ram produce?

Answer 5

10,000 pounds

Question 6

How far does the hydra ram open with each stroke?

Answer 6

3/4”

Question 7

What is the rule of 3’s for forcible entry?

Answer 7

3 Door features - Frame, door Locking Mechanism
3 steps to force - Gap/Set/Force
Be proficient with 3 techniques

Question 8

What is the rule of thumb for outward swinging commercial and residential doors?

Answer 8

Outward swinging begin with the Adz

Inward swinging doors - start with the fork