It is ten o’ clock in the morning.  You are responding to a report of a fire at 6701 Cedar Lane.  You recall that the buildings there are generally 3 story apartment buildings.  As you make the turn from 67th Street, you observe heavy fire venting from three windows on the second floor.  The second due engine from the north side of town is delayed by a train.  It is you, the chauffeur/engineer, and one firefighter.  Your next few decisions and actions will determine the entire course of this fire.  It is your move!

Multiple dwellings come in many shapes, sizes and heights.  Several types of apartment buildings and the scenarios that may occur inside them will be discussed.  These scenarios will include (but will not be limited to): 1 to 6 story apartment buildings, garden apartments, hi-rise or stand-piped buildings, and converted private dwellings.  Multiple dwellings require an adjustment of operations and modified tactics safely and effectively contain the fire. Several topics will be stressed such as the importance teamwork between engine companies and special search considerations for ladder companies.