Maricopa Community Colleges  FSC156   20064-20086 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 07/22/08
FSC156 20064-20086 LEC 2 Credit(s) 2 Period(s)
High Rise Fire
Basic operations-level review of high-rise buildings' unique construction features, building systems and control rooms, elevator operations, and sprinkler systems with an emphasis on the actions of the first engine companies and first ladder company. Focus on modern construction features and fire loads, complex control rooms, basic tactical options, ventilation and ventilation systems, and fire floor activities. Includes hands-on, on-site practical training sessions and a real-time high-rise fire drill.
Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor.
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
FSC156   20064-20086 High Rise Fire
1. Describe the basic construction features of older high-rise buildings, and explain the impact these features have on fire and firefighting activities. (I)
2. Describe the basic construction features of newer high-rise buildings, and explain the impact these features have on fire and firefighting activities. (I)
3. List several reasons why a high-rise structure's sprinkler system might fail. (II)
4. Explain "the stack effect" related to ventilation in high- rise buildings. (III)
5. Explain the effects of wind and thermal energy related to ventilation in high-rise buildings. (III)
6. List several safety concerns specific to high-rise buildings. (IV)
7. Describe the actions of initial arriving companies on a high- rise fire. (V)
8. Describe the actions that should take place in the fire control room. (VI)
9. Describe the responsibilities of lobby sector. (VI)
10. Explain the conditions and criteria for use of high-rise elevators. (VI)
11. Explain what is meant by "attack teams" on high-rise fires. (VII)
12. Describe the purpose of resource sector. (VIII).
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MCCCD Official Course Outline:
 
FSC156   20064-20086 High Rise Fire
    I. High-Rise Building Construction
        A. Resource needs
        B. Old construction
        C. New construction
        D. Building profile: Older construction
          1. Class A vs. B fire
          2. Fire escapes
          3. Tiered-wedding cake design
          4. Operable windows
          5. Masonry construction
        E. Building profile: Newer construction
          1. Tower
          2. Planar
          3. Lots of glass
          4. Taller
        F. Floor Construction
        G. Wall construction
        H. Electrical distribution
        I. Roof construction
        J. Stairwells
      II. Standpipes, Sprinklers, and Fire Pumps
          A. Sprinkler control valve
          B. Common reasons for sprinkler failure
          C. Fire pumps
          D. Standpipes
        III. Ventilation
            A. Stack effect
            B. Heating, ventilation and cooling systems (HVAC)
            C. Wind and thermal energy
            D. Breaking windows
          IV. Safety on a High-Rise Incident
              A. Accountability/personal accountability reports (PARs)
              B. Air monitoring/extra air bottles
              C. Equipment
              D. Tools
              E. Personal protective equipment (PPE)
              F. Perimeter safety
            V. Actions on a High Rise Incident
                A. No complacency
                B. Initial arriving company
                C. Second engine
                D. First ladder
              VI. Building Systems
                  A. Fire control room
                  B. Elevators
                VII. Fire Floor Operations
                    A. Rescue effort
                    B. Attack teams
                    C. Fire Attack
                    D. Loss Control
                  VIII. Resource Sector
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