What term describes operations to locate and extinguish remaining pockets of fire?

What term describes operations to locate and extinguish remaining pockets of fire?

• A. Cold-Trailing
• B. Overhaul
• C. Breaching
• D. Secondary Search

Answer: (B)

Overhaul is the term for the set of actions taken after the main flames are out to find and extinguish any remaining pockets of fire. It involves inspecting concealed spaces, opening walls and ceilings, removing burned debris, and thoroughly checking for heat sources or rekindling spots so the fire cannot flare up again. This distinguishes itself from drilling down on occupants (secondary search), creating new openings to access areas (breaching), or using a tracing method to locate hidden fire by following air movement (cold-trailing). Overhaul directly targets locating and extinguishing hidden embers to ensure complete control of the scene.

Overhaul is the term for the set of actions taken after the main flames are out to find and extinguish any remaining pockets of fire. It involves inspecting concealed spaces, opening walls and ceilings, removing burned debris, and thoroughly checking for heat sources or rekindling spots so the fire cannot flare up again. This distinguishes itself from drilling down on occupants (secondary search), creating new openings to access areas (breaching), or using a tracing method to locate hidden fire by following air movement (cold-trailing). Overhaul directly targets locating and extinguishing hidden embers to ensure complete control of the scene.