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Forcible Entry

This document discusses forcible entry techniques used by firefighters. It describes various tools used for forcible entry including cutting tools like axes and saws, prying tools like crowbars and hydraulic tools, and striking tools like sledgehammers. It also discusses carrying tools safely and maintaining them. Door types that may require forcible entry are described like metal, sliding, and overhead doors. Common lock types firefighters may encounter are also outlined.

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Forcible Entry

This document discusses forcible entry techniques used by firefighters. It describes various tools used for forcible entry including cutting tools like axes and saws, prying tools like crowbars and hydraulic tools, and striking tools like sledgehammers. It also discusses carrying tools safely and maintaining them. Door types that may require forcible entry are described like metal, sliding, and overhead doors. Common lock types firefighters may encounter are also outlined.

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Hiroshi Adriano
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Forcible

Entry
Forcible Entry
 Introduction
 Forcible Entry Tools
 Door Size-Up and Construction
Features
 Locks And Locking Devices
Definition
 Forcible Entry - is the technique
used by fire department personnel
to gain access to a structure whose
normal means of access is locked,
blocked or non-existent.
Forcible Entry Tools
 Cutting Tools
Axes and Hatchets
cutting through wood, shingles, and other
natural lightweight materials
flat-head axes can be used as striking
tools
Forcible Entry Tools
(Cont…)
Handsaws – necessary for small
workplace
Forcible Entry Tools
(Cont…)
Power Saws
makes fast and efficient cuts in a variety
of materials
includes rotary (circular)saw,
reciprocating saw, chain saw, and
ventilation saw
Forcible Entry Tools
(Cont…)
 Cutting Tools (Cont…)
Metal Cutting Devices and Cutting
Torches
bolt cutters are used to cut bolts, iron bars,
pins, cables, chains, and some padlock
shackles
cutting torch is used where high-security
devices are found
Forcible Entry Tools
(Cont…)
 Prying Tools – provide advantage in
opening doors, windows, locks, and
in moving heavy objects
Manual Prying Tools – crowbar,
Halligan bar, pry bar, hux bar, claw bar,
Kelly tool, pry axe, flat bar
Hydraulic Prying Tools – rescue tools,
door openers (rabbit tool)
Forcible Entry Tools
(Cont…)
Forcible Entry Tools
(Cont…)
 Pushing/Pulling Tools
standard pike poles,
Clemens hook, plaster
hook, drywall hook, San
Francisco hook,
multipurpose hook,
roofman’s hook
have limited use in
forcible entry but give a
reach in breaking glass
windows and opening
walls or ceilings
Forcible Entry Tools (Cont…)
 Striking Tools
sledgehammer,
maul, battering
ram, pick, flat-
head axe, mallet,
hammer, punch,
chisel
commonly used in
conjunction with
another tool to
effect entry
Forcible Entry Tools
(Cont…)
 Tool Combinations
no single forcible entry tool that
provides the firefighter with the
needed force to handle all the forcible
entry situations
never use tools for which they are not
designed
Forcible Entry Tools
(Cont…)
 Tool Safety – When tools are not in use,
they should be kept in properly
designated places on the apparatus
Prying Tool Safety – If a job cannot be done
with one tool, use another
Safety When Using Power Saws
Match the saw to the task and the material to be
cut.
Wear proper protective equipment always,
including gloves and eye protection.
Do not use any power saw when working in a
flammable atmosphere or near flammable liquids.
Forcible Entry Tools
(Cont…)
 Tool Safety (Cont…)
Keep unprotected and nonessential people
out of the work area.
Keep blades and chains well sharpened.
Be aware of hidden hazards such as
electrical wires, gas lines, and water lines.
Forcible Entry Tools
(Cont…)
 Carrying Tools
Axes – Carry the
axe with the
blade away from
the body. With
pick-headed
axes, grasp the
pick with the
hand to cover it.
Axes should
never be carried
on the shoulder.
Forcible Entry Tools
(Cont…)
 Carrying Tools

Prying Tools – Carry these tools with any


pointed or sharp edges away from the body.

Pike poles and hooks – Carry these tools with


the tool head down, close to the ground, and
ahead of the body when outside a structure.
When entering a building, carefully invert the
tool and carry it with the head upright close
to the body.
Forcible Entry Tools (Cont…)
Forcible Entry Tools
(Cont…)
Striking tools – Keep the heads of
these tools close to the ground and
maintain a firm grip.

Power tools – Never carry a power tool


that is running.
Forcible Entry Tools
(Cont…)
 Care and Maintenance of Forcible Entry
Tools
Wood Handles
Inspect the handle for cracks, blisters, or splinters.
Sand the handle to minimize hand injuries.
Wash the handle with mild detergent when
necessary. Rinse and wipe dry.
Check the tightness of the tool head.
Fiberglass Handles
Wash the handle with mild detergent when
necessary. Rinse and wipe dry.
Check the tightness of the tool head.
Forcible Entry Tools
(Cont…)
Cutting Edges
Inspect the cutting edge for nicks, tears, or metal
spurs.
Replace cutting edges when required.
File the cutting edges by hand.

Power Equipment
Read and follow manufacturer’s instructions.
Inspect and ensure power tools will start manually.
Check blades for completeness and readiness.
Replace blades that are worn.
Check all electrical components for cuts and frays.
Ensure that all guards are functional and in place.
Door Size-Up And
Construction Features
 Metal Swinging Doors
Hollow Metal
Metal Covered
Tubular
Door Size-Up And
Construction Features
 Sliding Doors
 Revolving Doors
Door Size-Up And
Construction Features

 Overhead Doors
Sectional (Folding)
Rolling Steel
Slab
Locks And Locking
Devices
 Mortise Lock
Locks And Locking
Devices
 Bored (Cylindrical) Lock
Locks And Locking
Devices
 Rim Lock
Locks And Locking
Devices
 Padlock
Forcible Entry
Demonstration
Forcible Entry Demonstration
Forcible Entry Demonstration
Forcible Entry Demonstration

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