From FireEngineering.com

Scenario: You are operating at a fire in a one-story Class 3/ordinary taxpayer. During the incident, there are indications of a conflict or some confusion between assigned areas, most notably the interior of the fire building and the roof.

Radio report #1: “Interior to Command, we have heavy smoke, no visible fire, and increasing heat within the building.”

Radio report #2: “Roof to Command, the roof has been opened with only light to moderate smoke showing from all openings.”

So, what concerns do you have, and what actions will you take in this situation?

As we continue to prepare students for promotional exams and ready them for battle in the streets, seminar objectives and an enhanced level of education must not only ensure a great test score but also prepare every member for the challenges that a battle-ready fire officer will face. Unfortunately, we don’t see test designers, promotional exams, and those who consult on them do enough to properly prepare current and future fire officers to meet the realistic challenges firefighters are presented with today. It is critical that we produce both qualified AND capable fire officers in all areas of instruction.

The above scenario cites oft-experienced concerns within buildings such as taxpayers, strip malls, stores, supermarkets, bowling alleys, factories, warehouses, and so on. These concerns include multiple ceilings, rain roofs, high ceilings, and concealed spaces, among others.

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