Objectives
At the conclusion of this course, you will be able to:
- Explain how PPV removes heat, smoke, and other products of combustion from a structure.
- Describe the basic principles of fire dynamics and the effects of PPV on fire spread and fire behavior in a residential structure.
- Describe how modern construction practices, such as open floor plans and great rooms, impact the effectiveness of PPV.
- Incorporate tactical considerations based on experimental results into standard operating guidelines to improve firefighter safety and occupant tenability.
Course Lessons
Introduction
0:03
Overview of the Experiments
0:11
Tactical Considerations
1:05
Summary and Final Assessment
0:15