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Firefighting - Chapter 17
Loss Control
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Undergraduate 1
09/26/2012

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Salvage starts...
Definition
as soon as adequate personnel are available and may be done simultaneously with the fire attack
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Cleaning salvage covers
Definition
need only rinsing; extremely dirty covers may need detergent

do NOT permit dirty covers to dry; this will rot the canvas

should be completely dry before folded and placed in service

can be sunlight dried, but long-term exposure will damage them
Term
Inspecting for damage to salvage covers
Definition
have firefighters hold up cover, and another walks under it to look for sunlight (holes)

Mark holes; chalk for canvas covers and marking pen for vinyl covers

Holes can be patched with duct tape or iron-on or sewn-on patches
Term
Balloon throw
Definition
most common method for two firefighters to deploy a large salvage cover
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Overhaul begins...
Definition
only when authorized by the IC or fire cause investigator
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Steps in reestablishing safe conditions
Definition
inspecting the premises
developing an operational plan
providing needed tools and equipment
eliminating or mitigating hazards
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Supply lines in overhaul
Definition
1 1/2 inch or 1 3/4 attack lines are used for safety in overhaul

using a 100 ft hoseline on the firest section reduces the chances of couplings being in building and potentially causing water damage
Term
Hidden fire by sight
Definition
discoloration of materials
peeling paint
smoke from cracks
cracked plaster
rippled wallpaper
burned areas
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Hidden fire by touch
Definition
feel walls and floors for heat with the back of hand
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Hidden fire by sound
Definition
popping or cracking of fire burning
hissing of steam
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Hidden fire by electronic sensors
Definition
Thermal signature detection with TIC
infared heat detection
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Small burning objects found in overhaul...
Definition
should be submerged in containers of water rather than drench them
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