Playground Fire | Flashover

	Scenario: Playground Fire. Category: Structure Fire
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	Introduction
Firefighters respond to a fire in a playground, where children’s play equipment made from heavy plastic and other combustible materials is fully alight. The dense, black smoke indicates burning plastics, which pose significant hazards, including toxic fumes and rapid fire spread. The crew must quickly assess the scene, establish a safe perimeter, and deploy effective fire suppression tactics to contain and extinguish the fire, while also considering the environmental impact of burning plastics.
	Objective(s)
To train firefighters in suppressing fires involving heavy plastic loads, focusing on quick assessment, strategic hose deployment, and managing smoke and toxic hazards.
	Learning Objectives
Assess the scene and establish a safety perimeter, recognising the hazards associated with heavy plastic burning, including toxic smoke and potential spread. Deploy hose lines effectively, using proper water spray patterns to cool and extinguish the fire while minimising toxic smoke production. Understand the health hazards of burning plastics, ensuring firefighters use SCBA (Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus) for protection. Practice post-incident decontamination to prevent further exposure to harmful chemicals absorbed during the response.
	Dynamic Events
Junior Firefighter suffers Heat Stress A junior crew member begins showing signs of heat stress but is reluctant to speak up due to inexperience. The senior crew notices the symptoms too late, requiring immediate intervention to cool the firefighter down and avoid a medical emergency. Dehydration During Prolonged Operations During a prolonged firefighting operation, one crew member begins showing signs of dehydration, such as dizziness, confusion, or muscle cramps. The team must pause their efforts to provide the firefighter with fluids and immediate medical attention. Crew rotations must be reassessed to prevent further dehydration among team members, and hydration stations should be set up. Load 2 different events
	Debrief
Conduct a review at the end of the scenario. Discuss “What went well” and “What could be improved”. Be constructive and supportive – it’s not about blame, it’s about building people up and improving their skills.

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