FIRE FIGHTER SURVIVAL The RAPID INTERVENTION TEAM.

FIRE FIGHTER FIRE FIGHTER SURVIVALSURVIVAL

TheTheRAPID INTERVENTIONRAPID INTERVENTION

TEAMTEAM

The RIT / Standby Fire The RIT / Standby Fire FighterFighter

Primary function is to assist and rescue fire fighters suddenly in trouble !

Class ObjectivesClass Objectives

Describe RIT responsibilities Describe RIT response to a

report of a lost fire fighter(s) Describe the function of the

standby fire fighter

The student, at the completion of this course, shall answer a minimum of 80% correct on a multiple choice quiz.

Objectives Cont.Objectives Cont.

Describe standard search and rescue procedures and activities for the RIT.

EMERGENCY ESCAPEEMERGENCY ESCAPE

Call for help! The crew stays together if

possible Follow the hose lines out!

SEARCH FOR THE EXITSEARCH FOR THE EXIT

Retreat to a safe refuse Conserve air! Use last resort methods

RIT RESPONSIBILITIESRIT RESPONSIBILITIES

The Rapid Intervention Team is

Established by Incident Commander

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RIT RESPONSIBILITIESRIT RESPONSIBILITIESSEVEN KEY FACTORSSEVEN KEY FACTORS

1. Building ConstructionThe type of building may determine the number of RIT’s

2. Occupancy ArrangementHigh-rise , Multi-family buildings Warehouses

may require multiple RIT’s

3. Fire ProgressionIncipient Phase may not require a RIT, vs Well involved fire.

RIT RESPONSIBILITIESRIT RESPONSIBILITIESSEVEN KEY FACTORSSEVEN KEY FACTORS

4. ArrangementAccess for the crews

5. Resources

Do you have enough resources

6. Rescue

Physically equipped to perform rescue

7. Other Factors in your Jurisdiction

Standby Fire FighterStandby Fire FighterInitial stage standby fire fighter is (one) fire fighter / driver in the standby mode fully equipped with the appropriate protective clothing, protective breathing apparatus and forcible entry tools needed, based on the specifics of the operation underway. WAC 296-305

Standby Fire Fighter Standby Fire Fighter ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities

1. Maintain awareness of the status of the fire fighters.

2. Maintain positive communications

3. Wear full protective clothing4. Breathing apparatus donned

Standby Fire Fighter Standby Fire Fighter ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities

5. Perform other duties per WAC 296-305-05001 (10), (c)6. Once additional crews are on

scene, the incident shall no longer be considered initial stage

7. Primary consideration shall be given to providing a rapid intervention team.

RIT RESPONSIBILITIESRIT RESPONSIBILITIES1. Located near command post or

division

2. Close to the attack teams

3. Monitor tactical talk group

4. Monitor activities of the crews

5. Could be assigned to “ Rescue group”

RIT RESPONSIBILITIESRIT RESPONSIBILITIES

6. Provide support activities

7. Have appropriate tools

a. Hose Line

b. Lanterns

c. Forcible entry tools

d. Hose straps

RIT RESPONSIBILITIESRIT RESPONSIBILITIES

e.Radio

f. breathing air quick fill or

escape packs

g. Infra-red imaging vision system if available

RIT RESPONSIBILITIESRIT RESPONSIBILITIESCommitment to a Lost or Commitment to a Lost or Trapped Fire Fighter(s)Trapped Fire Fighter(s)

1. Respond only as directed by the Incident Commander

2. Do Not Be the Moth to Flame!2. Switch to rescue group

channel as directed by command (EMER-Z3)

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ReviewReview

Describe RIT responsibilities

Describe RIT response to a report of a lost fire fighter(s)

Describe the function of the standby fire fighter

Thank you…..