Title: Identify hazards associated with types of rescue situations.
Course: Public Safety I (15101-I) > Section: FIREFIGHTING: Following Rescue Procedures

Identification should be made prior to rescue attempt and should include

- incomplete information (e.g., structure, entrances and exits, ventilation, occupants)
- entrapment
- loss of guide wire
- contaminants and/or chemicals
- malfunctioning equipment.

Process/Skill Questions:

- Why is it important for a firefighter to have as much information as possible before attempting a rescue?
- What are the possible outcomes of attempting a solo rescue?
- What type of equipment should rescuers always have?