Purpose:     This document is intended to address the functions of arriving apparatus and the tactical priorities each unit is to be concerned with unless otherwise ordered by command.

    Scope:         SOG for suspected fire in a structure.  This guideline represents a standard guideline for operations that will normally be performed and is intended to provide a framework for fireground operations.

Enforcement:          Effective immediately, all personnel are required to be familiar with this SOG as it is possible that at time any personnel could find themselves with the responsibilities of an incident commander.

Procedure:

1ST Engine Company:

1.      Size up the structure.  Note to dispatch the bldg type, conditions showing and mode of operation.

2.      Initiate command.

3.      Search and rescue, treatment of patients if indicated.

4.      Attack fire as ordered by command.

5.      Maintain radio contact with incoming companies.

2ND Engine Company:

1.      Insure a continuous supply of water

2.      Search and rescue.  Treatment of patients as indicated.

3.      Ventilate as ordered by command.

4.      Operate backup lines as ordered by command.

5.      Check for fire extension.

3RD Engine Company:

1.      Search and rescue.  Treatment of patients as indicated

2.      Ventilate as ordered by command.

3.      Operate back up lines as ordered by command.

4.      Check for fire extension.

5.      Control utilities.

6.      Provide interior lighting.

7.      Salvage.

8.      Overhaul.

·        Note: Truck Co. operations fall to the 2^nd and 3^rd engine companies.  If apparatus do not physically arrive on scene these companies will be assembled by the Incident Commander or his designee.

                     Rescue Squad Company:

1.      Search and rescue.  Treatment of patients as needed.

2.      Set up a treatment station.

3.      Report to command for assignment.

4.      Maintain a retrievable status for hospital transports.

All companies are to use level 1 staging (direct to scene)  when responding to emergencies within  the Township.  Companies will automatically perform the tasks as required unless other wise ordered by command.

Company officers will determine the priority of the functions for their company unless otherwise ordered by command.

The officer or Acting officer in charge shall size up the scene, initiate incident command, designate the mode of operations having due regard for ease of operation, apparatus security, personnel safety, obstruction to other traffic, location of water source and all other pertinent factors. He shall assess the nature of the emergency and order the specific alarms needed to cope with the emergency.    He shall assist the nozzle-man in gaining access to a point of vantage and shall remain in command of the situation until relieved.

The Pump Operator shall stop at the location selected by incident commander. He shall set the brakes, set the transmission for pump operation and engage the pumps. He shall open the booster tank pump feed line, set the throttle to the setting necessary to get the RPM's re­quired to produce a discharge pressure of 100 PSI or such other pressure as may be necessary because of the length of the lay‑out, prime the pump if necessary and open the appropriate discharge gate. In the absence of an assis­tant or 2nd in engine company, he shall uncouple the back‑up line at a point sufficient to reach and re-couple to the soft suction. When the back‑up line is charged, he shall switch the pump feed to the hydrant supply, adjust the discharge pressure and refill the booster tank. He shall maintain the selected pressure until ordered otherwise and shall shut down the pumps when they are no longer needed. He shall monitor the engine temperature, RPM and oil pressure and shall promptly report any abnormal engine or pump operating conditions he is unable to correct to Company Officer or Acting officer.

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