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Overhaul Operations

Overhaul Operations. Henderson Truck Company Manual. Objectives. Identify purpose of overhaul Describe initial overhaul procedures Explain when initial overhaul begins Explain what is included in initial overhaul Explain procedures for small fires (incipient)

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Overhaul Operations

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  1. Overhaul Operations Henderson Truck Company Manual

  2. Objectives • Identify purpose of overhaul • Describe initial overhaul procedures • Explain when initial overhaul begins • Explain what is included in initial overhaul • Explain procedures for small fires (incipient) • Explain procedures for large fires (freeburning or structural involvement) • Identify overhaul tools and equipment

  3. Overhaul • Extinguish hidden fires • Render property safe for firefighters and investigators • Return the property to a condition that may be entered or used by the occupants

  4. Initial Procedures • Directed at making scene safe for investigators • Begins when the main body of fire is extinguished • Opening of attic spaces • Cooling involved materials • Preserving evidence • Ventilating Building

  5. Initial Overhaul • Halt operations to preserve scene for fire investigators

  6. Small Fires • Remove affected items • Wet down involved items • Check room of origin with TIC • Check attic space with TIC • Remove drywall as necessary

  7. Large FiresFree burning or Structural Involvement • All contents shall be removed from fire rooms • Wet down affect items • Remove all wall coverings (drywall, paneling, etc.) • Remove all insulation • Remove all ductwork in fire room • Baseboards, moldings, door or window casings shall be removed

  8. Large Fires cont • Scrape floors clean • Remove carpet if necessary • Wet down entire area with Class A foam • Check entire area with TIC

  9. Safety • All members shall wear full PPE.

  10. Overhaul tools and equipment • Ventilation fans • Pike poles/NY hooks • Plaster hooks • TIC (Thermal imaging camera) • Axes • Rubbish Hooks • Saws (chainsaws, K1250)

  11. Summary • Determine severity of fire damage • Large or small fire • Thorough and consistent procedures reduce rekindles • Think Safety • Proper Tools and Equipment

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