Salvage and OverhaulIntermediate

SFFMA Objectives: 5-02.01 – 5-02.056Hrs received

Firefighter I

Salvage ProceduresOperations can be started at same time as

fire attackGroup building contents into compact piles

17–2

(Continued)

Firefighter I

Salvage ProceduresGroup household

furnishings in center of the room

Raise furniture off wet floors

17–3

(Continued)

Firefighter I

Salvage ProceduresCommercial

occupancies present special challenges

17–4

(Continued)

Firefighter I

Salvage ProceduresLarge quantities of water can be removed by

a variety of methodsWater may ruin finishes; wipe off surfaces

17–5

Firefighter I

Safety During OverhaulSteps required

Inspecting premisesDeveloping operational planProviding tools and equipmentEliminating or mitigating hazards

17–6

(Continued)

Firefighter I

Safety During OverhaulToxic gases

Common and dangerous threat during overhaul

Wear appropriate PPE, including respiratory protection

17–7

(Continued)

Firefighter I

Safety During OverhaulOther hazards are present, such as fire-

weakened floorsMark or barricade hazardous areasUse gloves and eye protection

17–8

(Continued)

Firefighter I

Safety During OverhaulPhysical conditioning

and correct lifting are necessary

Fatigue is preventable cause of injury

17–9

Practical ExerciseFirefighter shall:

Demonstrate the construction and use of a water chute and water catchall

Firefighter shall:Without salvage covers, demonstrate the

removal of debris and removal and routing of water from a structure

Firefighter shall:Demonstrate the covering and closing of

openings made during fire operations