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Essentials of Fire Fighting
6th Edition
Firefighter I
Chapter 18 — Loss Control
Explain the philosophy of loss
control.
Learning Objective 1
18–2
Loss control activities minimize loss to
property before, during, and after a
fire.
18–3
The are two types of damage it is
important to know about.
18–4
Two tactics firefighters use are
intended to reduce property damage.
18–5
REVIEW QUESTION
How does the philosophy of loss
control impact fire suppression?
18–6
Describe the ways preincident
planning impacts loss control.
Learning Objective 2
18–7
Preincident planning can help
identify special loss control-related
concerns.
18–8
Preincident plans vary depending on
the type of occupancy.
18–9
Residential
occupancies
Commercial properties
REVIEW QUESTION
In what ways can preincident
planning influence loss control?
18–10
Determine appropriate salvage
procedures.
Learning Objective 3
18–11
Compare and contrast different
types of salvage covers.
Learning Objective 4
18–12
Salvage begins upon arrival on scene
and continues until the last unit leaves.
18–13
There are various ways to perform
salvage and the choice of
procedure depends on several
factors.
18–14
Salvage procedures include three
main methods of protecting contents.
18–15
There are several salvage techniques
firefighters should understand.
18–16
Commercial occupancies may
present unique challenges.
18–17
Water presents a number of
challenges during salvage
operations.
18–18
REVIEW QUESTION
What is the best way to determine
appropriate salvage procedures?
18–19
Salvage operation assignments
vary depending on the department.
18–20
There are various types and
sizes of salvage covers.
18–21
Disposabl
e heavy-
duty
plastic
Proper maintenance can help increase
the service life of a salvage cover.
18–22
Salvage requires a specific collection of
tools and equipment stored in a
designated toolbox or container.
18–23
(Cont.)
Salvage requires a specific collection of
tools and equipment stored in a
designated toolbox or container.
18–24
(Cont.)
Automatic Sprinkler Kit
Salvage requires a specific collection of
tools and equipment stored in a
designated toolbox or container.
18–25
(Cont.)
Floor runnersCarryall
Salvage requires a specific collection of
tools and equipment stored in a
designated toolbox or container.
18–26
(Cont.)
Dewatering
device
Water vacuum
Salvage requires a specific collection of
tools and equipment stored in a
designated toolbox or container.
18–27
REVIEW QUESTION
What are the different types of
salvage covers commonly used in the
fire service?
18–28
Explain ways to fold, roll, spread,
and improvise with salvage covers.
Learning Objective 5
18–29
Describe ways to cover openings
during salvage operations.
Learning Objective 6
18–30
There are several different methods
for folding/rolling and spreading
covers.
18–31
Improvised salvage covers catch and
route water away from a location.
18–32
REVIEW QUESTION
Why is it necessary to know several
ways to fold, roll, spread, and
improvise with salvage covers?
18–33
Covering openings is critical to
prevent further damage to the
property.
18–34
REVIEW QUESTION
What ways can firefighters cover
openings during salvage operations?
18–35
Explain methods used to maintain
fire safety during overhaul.
Learning Objective 7
18–36
Describe factors that influence
locating hidden fires.
Learning Objective 8
18–37
Identify different overhaul
procedures.
Learning Objective 9
18–38
Indicate the ways a thermal imager
can be used during overhaul.
Learning Objective 10
18–39
Overhaul consists of activities
conducted once the main body of a
fire is extinguished.
18–40
Overhaul begins once authorization is
given by two personnel.
18–41
A variety of tools and equipment are
used during overhaul.
18–42
Specific personnel perform
different duties during overhaul.
18–43
Safety is the first consideration that
must be addressed before overhaul.
18–44
Toxic gases produced from
smoldering fire are a significant
threat.
18–45
CAUTION
Wear proper protective clothing
including self-contained breathing
apparatus (SCBA) until the atmosphere
has been proven safe.
18–46
Many other hazards are present
during overhaul that you should be
aware of.
18–47
Charged hoselines are required during
overhaul due to threat of reignition.
18–48
Situational awareness and a focus on
safety are critical during overhaul.
18–49
REVIEW QUESTION
What methods can be used to
maintain fire safety during overhaul
operations?
18–50
The structural condition of an area
must be evaluated before searching
for hidden fires.
18–51
There are several indicators of
possible loss of structural integrity.
18–52
(Cont.)
There are several indicators of
possible loss of structural integrity.
18–53
There are four methods to use when
locating hidden fires.
18–54
REVIEW QUESTION
How can a firefighter describe the
factors that influence locating hidden
fires?
18–55
Overhaul procedures should begin as
soon as possible after the order is
given.
18–56
(Cont.)
Overhaul procedures should begin as
soon as possible after the order is
given.
18–57
(Cont.)
Overhaul procedures should begin as
soon as possible after the order is
given.
18–58
(Cont.)
CAUTION
When pulling any ceiling, stand clear of
any falling debris.
18–59
Overhaul procedures should begin as
soon as possible after the order is
given.
18–60
REVIEW QUESTION
What are some of the overhaul
procedures used in the fire service?
18–61
Using thermal imagers during
overhaul has benefits and
disadvantages.
18–62
REVIEW QUESTION
How can using a thermal imager be
useful during overhaul?
18–63
• Loss control is an important component
of fire department service delivery with
the philosophy of minimizing secondary
damage to structures and their
contents during and after fire control
operations.
• Salvage and overhaul operations are
two of the most effective means
of loss control.
Summary
18–64
(Cont.)
• It is very important for fire personnel to
identify and protect valuable contents
in structures affected by fire as well as
searching for hidden fires so rekindling
does not occur.
Summary
18–65
(Cont.)
• Taking a customer-service oriented
approach to loss control ensures that
citizens’ property is adequately
protected and that the reputation of the
fire service is held in the highest
regard.
Summary
18–66
Clean, inspect, and repair a salvage
cover.
This objective is measured in Skill
Sheet 18-I-1.
Learning Objective 11
18–67
Roll a salvage cover for a one-
firefighter spread.
This objective is measured in Skill
Sheet 18-I-2.
Learning Objective 12
18–68
Spread a rolled salvage cover —
One-firefighter method.
This objective is measured in Skill
Sheet 18-I-3.
Learning Objective 13
18–69
Fold a salvage cover for a one-
firefighter spread.
This objective is measured in Skill
Sheet 18-I-4.
Learning Objective 14
18–70
Spread a folded salvage cover —
One-firefighter method.
This objective is measured in Skill
Sheet 18-I-5.
Learning Objective 15
18–71
Fold a salvage cover for a two-
firefighter spread.
This objective is measured in Skill
Sheet 18-I-6.
Learning Objective 16
18–72
Spread a folded salvage cover —
Two-firefighter balloon throw.
This objective is measured in Skill
Sheet 18-I-7.
Learning Objective 17
18–73
Construct a water chute without pike
poles.
This objective is measured in Skill
Sheet 18-I-8.
Learning Objective 18
18–74
Construct a water chute with pike
poles.
This objective is measured in Skill
Sheet 18-I-9.
Learning Objective 19
18–75
Construct a catchall.
This objective is measured in Skill
Sheet 18-I-10.
Learning Objective 20
18–76
Make a chute and attach it to a
catchall.
This objective is measured in Skill
Sheet 18-I-11.
Learning Objective 21
18–77
Locate and extinguish hidden fires.
This objective is measured in Skill
Sheet 18-I-12.
Learning Objective 22
18–78

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