Hotel Service Unit 15 Fire Q11 – Answer

List the important operations that should be included when organising fire drills.
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Important Operations in Fire Drills

1. Raising the alarm – demonstrate correct operation of fire detection and alarm systems.
2. Muster of crew – all personnel report to their designated emergency stations.
3. Roll call / accountability – confirm all crew are present and accounted for.
4. Assignment of duties – crew practise specific firefighting roles as per muster list (fire party, boundary cooling, support).
5. Donning protective clothing and BA sets – demonstrate readiness and safe use of breathing apparatus.
6. Rigging fire hoses and nozzles – correct deployment of hoses, testing hydrants and pumps.
7. Operation of fire pumps – confirm starting procedures and correct delivery of water.
8. Communication practice – effective use of radios/telephones between fire party, bridge, and engine control room.
9. Use of fixed firefighting systems – familiarisation with CO₂, foam, or sprinkler system activation procedures (simulation only, no discharge).
10. Review and debrief – discuss performance, highlight deficiencies, and record the drill in the logbook.