IFSTA 7th Edition - Chapter 15 Overhaul,
property conservation, and scene
preservation
Overhaul operation include: - Answer: searching for hidden fires
Which tools are used to open walls and floors during overhaul? - Answer: axes
During overhaul, prying tools can be used to: - Answer: remove baseboards and window frames
Which hazard are firefighters likely to encounter during overhaul? - Answer: toxic gases
Which safety measure should be in place during overhaul? - Answer: gloves to protect form cuts and
thermal burns
In order to remain safe during overhaul, firefighters should always wear SCBA when necessary and: -
Answer: have a charged hose line on standby
The structural integrity of a building is most affected by the intensity of the fire and: - Answer: the
amount of water used for extinguishment
Spalled concrete is an indicator of: - Answer: possible loss of structural integrity
Rippled wallpaper and peeling paint are possible indicators of: - Answer: a fire hidden behind a wall
When using a thermal imager to look for hidden fires, the thermal imager may not provide quality
images: - Answer: of item behind reflective metal or glass
When opening a ceiling to check for fire extension - Answer: do not stand directly below the area being
opened
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