Title: Compare engine, truck, and rescue squad company operations and responsibilities.
Course: Public Safety II (15101-II) > Section: FIREFIGHTING: Introducing the Fire Service

Comparison should include the

- engine company
  - secures the water source
  - deploys hand lines
  - suppresses fire
  - acts as the rapid intervention team/crew (RIT or RIC) operations
  - may perform truck and squad operations
- truck company
  - performs forcible entry
  - performs ventilation operations
  - deploys ladders
  - performs salvage/overhaul
  - performs search and rescue
- rescue squad company
  - conducts search and rescue
  - conducts specialized rescue (e.g., trench, high angle)
  - conducts vehicle extrication.

Process/Skill Questions:

- Who fills the role of a truck company when a locality lacks an aerial device?
- What additional training might be required when transferring departments?
- How does the two in/two out rule affect staffing?
- How do firefighters create a safe work zone?