Residential Fire Tactical Decision Game
This residential fire tactical decision game challenges IC #2, the chief officer, to evaluate changing conditions and manage command transfer. This 10-Minute Training TDG places you at 2428 West Adams Street in Phoenix, Arizona. You arrive after the first two engines and ladder company. Initial companies are already operating at a residential fire in an older neighborhood with closely spaced homes.
The incident presents a strategic decision problem. IC #2 must determine what is happening, what companies are doing, and whether the current strategy still fits conditions. Wind, roof involvement, nearby exposures, and changing reports all affect command decisions.
Decision Focus
IC #2 must complete command transfer, confirm position and function, and evaluate the CAN report from Engine 1. The decision focus includes taking command, risk assessment, strategic shift, resource placement, medical assignment, defensive operations, and accountability.
Incident Simulation Video
The residential fire tactical decision game uses an incident simulation video to support realistic decision-making. The simulation provides prompts that require you to pause, decide, and communicate before the scenario continues.
Important Lessons
Size-up and risk assessment must continue throughout the incident. IC #2 must recognize when conditions require a strategic shift from offense to defense. This requires clear communication with companies operating in the hazard zone.
The additional learning segment uses incident video to examine roof operations and defensive fire control. It also supports discussion about photovoltaic panels, evaporative cooling systems, roof dead load, and collapse potential.
What Does Good Look Like
Good performance includes a structured command transfer, clear strategic communication, and assignments that support the selected strategy. IC #2 should maintain accountability, coordinate withdrawal when needed, and match tactics to conditions. Learn more about how to use 10-Minute Training and find additional tactical decision games in the 10-Minute Training Library.
