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Title

0701

Description

Fire Burns (Instuctor Guide)

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Subject

Other

Level

Professional

Created

10/25/2007

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Term

Sudden sporadic generation of flame mixed with smoke at the opper ceiling level.

Definition

Rollover

Term

The rapid spread of flame over one or more surfaces during a fire is a?

Definition

Flameover

Term

What are some warning signs of flashover?

Definition

smoke increasing in heat and density
a rapid banking down of heated smoke
rollover occuring

Term

When may warning signs of flashover not be apparent?

Definition

in buildings with large attic spaces or ceilings 12 to 20 feet above the floor.