Checking for Extension, Overhaul and Forcible Entry

This drill outlines the key actions that firefighters need accomplish during entry, checking for fire extension and overhaul.
June 9, 2010

Topic: Checking for Extension, Overhaul and Forcible Entry

Time Required: 2 Hours

Materials:

  • Variety of Entry Tools
  • Utility Rope

Objective (SPO): 1-1

The student will demonstrate a basic understanding of interior fire extension, fire spread, pre-fire inspection, size-up, overhaul, tools, and forcible entry through windows and doorways.

Overview:

  • Checking for Extension and Forcible Entry
  • Interior fire extension
  • Size-up
  • Introduction to overhaul
  • Checking for rekindle
  • Tools
  • Forcible entry through windows and doorways

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