Gaining Entry

Question 1

What two pieces of legislation empower FRNSW to gain entry to premises?

Answer 1

1. Fire and Rescue NSW Act 1989 Section 12 (Officer in charge may use reasonable force to enter)
2. State Emergency Rescue Management Act (SERMA) 1989 Section 61D (authorises police and assistants to use force)

Slides 4 Legislation Revision (FRNSW Act / SERM Act)

Question 2

What are examples of passive entry

Answer 2

Passive entry includes: using keys, contacting occupants, manipulating a lock, or entering through an open window or door..

Slide 7 Passive Entry

Question 3

What are examples of forcible entry.

Answer 3

Forcible entry involves: forcing open doors, cutting roller doors, or breaking locks.

Slide 8 Forcible Entry

Question 4

What three questions should you ask to decide between passive and forcible entry?

Answer 4

1. Is there a threat to life or property?
2. Will the incident escalate without immediate access?
3. Is it unsafe to use a passive entry technique?

Slide 19 What Method Do We Use

Question 5

Before climbing over a fence, what should you consider?

Answer 5

• Hazards on the other side
• How to get back over
• Risk of falling

Slide 17 Fences & Gates Hazards and Considerations

Question 6

What is the minimum PPE required for forcible entry?

Answer 6

• Minimum PPE:
• Helmet (visor down)
• Safety glasses
• GP gloves
• Structural boots
• Long-sleeve duty wear or multipurpose jacket

Not required unless inside a structure fire: Breathing apparatus (BA).

Slide 26 Equipment

Question 7

List the five steps to safely and effectively breach a door.

Answer 7

1. Size-Up
2. Gap
3. Set
4. Force
5. Control

Slide 28 Steps for Forcible Entry

Question 8

What are five things to consider when sizing up a door for forcible entry?

Answer 8

• What the door is made of
• What the jamb is made of
• Direction it opens
• Type of lock(s)
• Hazards present

Slide 29 Size-Up

Question 9

Meaning of these commands used during forcible entry.
- Strike
- Drive
- Stop

Answer 9

• Strike one single strike
• Drive continuous striking
• Stop cease striking and hold position

Slide 34 Teamwork & Commands

Question 10

What is the correct rule of thumb related to gaining entry?

Answer 10

Try before you pry. (Check the door before forcing entry.)

Slide 20 Questions for You / Try Before You Pry

Question 11

What three techniques can you use when making forcible entry with a Halligan tool?

Answer 11

• Inwards Adze Roll
• Outwards Adze Roll (Drive & Steer)
• Fork Drive

Slide 31 Set (Halligan Techniques)