Ventilation

Question 1

List (3) reasons to ventilate a structure?

Answer 1

1. Removal of smoke, heat and superheated gases and replacement with cooler, cleaner air
2. Ensure firefighter safety and visibility
3. Avoid other hazardous situations/environments

Question 2

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What are the (3) types of ventilation?

Answer 2

• natural
• mechanical
• hydraulic (hose stream ventilation)