Fire Service Manual Volume 2 Pdf

[Theo Pontbriand]

Incidentcommand systems are vital for managing risk within fire brigades. This new and updated edition develops the subject, particularly in the area of dynamic risk assessment and command competence. It details the doctrine of the fire and rescue service in the context of operational incident management, leadership, and the functional command and control processes that flow from it.

This new edition of the manual also reflects the need for fire and rescue services to be able to work effectively within a broader multi-agency incident management framework. Further to recent legislation this publication offers guidance in respect to the increasingly broad role of fire and rescue services in incidents other than fire. This role is then considered in relation to the capacities, objectives, and constraints of other responding agencies. Essential reading for fire and rescue service managers and those involved in incident response across all of the emergency services.

This manual contains guidance for Fire and Rescue Services on preventing and if necessary, dealing with incidents with the potential to pollute. Through its guidance this manual also ensures that services can help minimise their own impact on the environment by providing advice on how to prevent pollution from their own premises.

Jointly published by IMO and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), the three-volume IAMSAR Manual provides guidelines for a common aviation and maritime approach to organizing and providing search and rescue (SAR) services. Each volume can be used as a standalone document or, in conjunction with the other two volumes, as a means to attain a full view of the SAR system.

Amendments to the IAMSAR Manual are prepared by the ICAO/IMO Joint Working Group on Harmonization of Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue and being endorsed by the Sub-Committee on Navigation, Communications and Search and Rescue (NCSR), and finally adopted at three-year intervals, in principle, by the Maritime Safety Committee, along with the adoption process in place at the ICAO.

The MERSAR Manual was the first step towards developing the 1979 SAR Convention and it provided guidance for those who, during emergencies at sea, may require assistance from others or who may be able to provide assistance themselves. In particular, it was designed to aid the master of any vessel who might be called upon to conduct SAR operations at sea for persons in distress. The manual was updated several times with the latest amendments being adopted in 1992 - they entered into force in 1993.

The second manual, the IMOSAR Manual, was adopted in l978. It was designed to help Governments to implement the SAR Convention and provided guidelines rather than requirements for a common maritime search and rescue policy, encouraging all coastal States to develop their organizations on similar lines and enabling adjacent States to co-operate and provide mutual assistance. It was also updated in 1992, with the amendments entering into force in 1993.

This manual was aligned as closely as possible with ICAO Search and Rescue Manual to ensure a common policy and to facilitate consultation of the two manuals for administrative or operational reasons. MERSAR was also aligned, where appropriate, with IMOSAR.

The University is the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) for matters of code regulations on University projects. The University complies with the Title 24 California Building Standards Code, Parts 1-12 and all amendments (CBC). Each Facility acts as a "local jurisdiction" complete with its own Building Official and local administered code compliance program (similar to building officials in city or county jurisdictions). The primary Building Official requirements are defined below.

All facilities owned, leased, designed, constructed, altered, or renovated with intent, or future intent, to support the mission of the University are under the jurisdiction and responsibility of the University and local Facility administration. Each Facility shall have a code compliance program to design, approve, construct, alter, renovate, inspect, and maintain its facilities in accordance with all applicable codes and regulations, and University policies. Codes and regulations include the California Building Standards Code as adopted by the University, as well as any applicable federal, state, and local agency regulations and legislation. The code compliance program applies to all activities at the above described facilities that are subject to building codes and other related regulatory compliance, regardless of funding source, party overseeing construction, or the ownership status of the improvements.

This chapter describes codes and regulations that typically apply to University projects, although some projects may have additional special requirements. The Designated Campus Building Official, Lead Designated Campus Fire Marshal, Environmental Health & Safety office, and the funding agency should be consulted to determine whether other codes and regulations may apply. Some projects may require the University to duplicate or share authority with local, state, or federal jurisdictions.

When the University leases property to a separate entity and/or enters into ground leases or public private partnership agreements, the University continues to act as the AHJ with enforcement authority consistent with University mission, policies and obligations to state and federal law. Facilities must identify the Authority Having Jurisdiction in such agreements and contracts. For further information consult with the Office of the President, Real Estate Services & Strategies, and the Office of the General Counsel.

Each Facility shall employ a qualified University employee as a Certified Building Official. The authority of the CBO may not be re-delegated to any person or entity regardless of their qualifications and/or expertise. The Certified Building Official shall establish procedures to perform the responsibilities and duties of "Building Official" defined in the CBC. The Certified Building Official enforces compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations, by appropriate reviews and inspection as required therein. Consistent with California Health and Safety Code, the CBO shall obtain certification from a recognized state, national, or international association within one year of hire. The CBO is responsible for ensuring that all construction projects comply with Title 24, including the administration of the functional building department, interpretation of code requirements, and direction of the code process.

CBOs enforce code compliance for all campus or campus-related projects. CBOs also ensure that fire and life safety requirements are reviewed by a Designated Campus Fire Marshal (DCFM), and that Disabled Access requirements are reviewed by the Division of the State Architect-Access Compliance (DSA-AC) when required. CBOs shall enforce OSHPD's "licensed clinic" regulations referred to in the Building Code as "OSHPD 3".

CBOs issue building permits and work closely with the DCFM on the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, Beneficial Occupancy, and Temporary Occupancy in accordance with the contract documents and permit requirements, and after verification of code compliance and review by other officials, as appropriate. (See 4.1.4 below)

In the administration of these duties, the CBOs may use in-house staff or consultant plans examiners and construction inspectors. All plans examiners and construction inspectors must meet qualifications and requirements for either performing required inspections or for plan review to verify code compliance with the CBC.

The University of California has formed a Board of Building Appeals (Board), which has authority to hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions, and determinations made by each Facility Certified Building Official (CBO) relative to the application and interpretation of the California Code of Regulations (CCR) and other pertinent laws or ordinances.

The University of California has a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) - Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM). Through this MOU, the OSFM delegates responsibility for compliance with fire and life safety regulation to Lead Designated Campus Fire Marshals (Lead DCFM) for all University campuses and properties administered or occupied by the University. Each Facility must appoint one University employee as the Lead DCFM. Other qualified University employees may be appointed as Designated Campus Fire Marshals (DCFMs) in support of the Lead DCFM.

The Lead DCFM is responsible for Title 19 and Title 24 responsibilities for fire and life safety and will coordinate with the appropriate OSFM Division Chief regarding various administrative matters, training, quality control, program evaluation, and technical guidance. The Lead DCFM is responsible for oversight of all DCFMs. The Lead DCFM manages and directs plan review, permitting, construction observation, occupancy, and uses related to the fire and life safety at all facilities owned and/or occupied by University students, faculty, staff, and personnel.

Facilities shall submit projects to the Designated Campus Fire Marshal in lieu of the Office of the State Fire Marshal. Designated Campus Fire Marshals also have the authority to perform "Existing Facility Inspections" and/or Title 19 Inspections.

A DCFM is the responsible enforcement authority for State Fire Marshal regulations, including granting "fire clearance" before a facility may be occupied. Certified Building Officials work closely with the Designated Campus Fire Marshal, jointly issuing permits, Certificates of Occupancy, Beneficial Occupancy, and/or Temporary Occupancy in accordance with the contract documents, permit requirements, the requirements of this Facilities Manual, including verification of code compliance and review by other officials, as appropriate. (See section 4.1.4)

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