Principles of Extrication (1st Edition)
Chapter 1 Terms
Administration & Organization

Engine Company
A group of firefighters assigned to a fire department pumper who are primarily responsible for water supply and attack lines.

Fire Police
Members, usually of a volunteer department, who respond with the fire department and assist police with traffic control, crowd control, and scene preservation and security.

Hazardous Materials
Substances or materials in quantities or forms that may pose an unreasonable risk to health, safety, or property when stored, transported, or used in commerce.

Heavy Rescue Vehicle
A large rescue vehicle that may be constructed on a custom or commercial chassis. Typically carries items such as A-Frames, gin poles, cascade systems, power plants, trench equipment, and rope and rigging.

Light Rescue Vehicle
A small rescue vehicle usually built on a 1-ton ot 1 1/2-ton chassis.  Usually designed to handle basic extrication.

Medium Rescue Vehicle
A rescue vehicle somewhat larger than those used for basic extrication.  Typically carry some powered hydraulic tools, rope and rigging, and power saws.

Rescue Company
A specialized unit or equipment and personnel dedicated to performing rescue and extrication operations.

Rescue Pumper
A specially designed apparatus that combines the functions of a rescue vehicle and fire department pumper.

Response District
Geographical area in which a particular unit is assigned the responsibility of providing the primary response to emergencies.

Truck Company
Group of firefighter assigned to aerial apparatus who are primarily responsible for search and rescue, ventilation, salvage and overhaul, and forcible entry.

Utilities
Public services of gas, electric, water, telephone, cable, and sewage.