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Only for the information relating to building construction Some quiz, midterm and final questions will be from this material
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Learning Objectives
List and define five types of building construction. Identify the effects fire has on common building materials to enable firefighters to effectively attack the fire. Identify the different occupancies and their effects at a structure fire.
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Learning Objectives
Identify the hazards of building construction during fire suppression operations. Identify construction features during size up.
Identify indicators of structural failure or collapse during fire suppression operations
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Platform Frame
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Silent Flooring
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BREAK TIME
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Roof Types
Three Main Types: (a) Flat (b) Pitched (c) Arched
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Occupancy Hazards
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Building Uses
Ontario Fire Code and Ontario Building Code separate buildings in groups A-F, as related to their major use (or major occupancy)
With each type of building comes various requirements/restrictions on building construction Private dwelling residences are exempt (with some exceptions)
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Building Uses
A Assembly
Theatres, libraries, schools, large bars, pubs and restaurants
C Residential
Apartment buildings (common area) , group homes, houses, motels
E Mercantile
Markets, stores, shops, supermarkets, restaurants, bars and pubs
F Industrial
Flammable liquid plant, television studio, freight depot
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Very Dangerous Firefighting Conditions
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Truss Roofs
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Bowstring Truss!
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Structural Collapse
Every structure fire has the potential for collapse. Firefighters must be aware and look for indicators to collapse.
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The Back?
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The Side?
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Summary
Firefighters must know & understand building construction. There are five common types of construction. Firefighters need to be aware of the hazards associated with structure fires. Effects of fire on building materials. Signs of structural collapse.
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