FORCIBLE ENTRY

PREPARED BY:NICHOLAS OTTO

ALT-FF/PMCOMPANY BGFD ENGINE 26

Objectives Objectives

Understand the association between specific tools and special forcible entry needs.

Describe the basic construction of typical doors, windows, and walls.

Achieve access into buildings without firefighter injury.

Demonstrate professional forcible entry techniques, preventing unnecessary structural damage.

Control door openings.

This allows us to gain access/egress points that can be opened or closed to suit ventilation needs.

Provide additional exit points for interior crews in case of emergency.

Allows us to secure Air Flow Paths

IFSTA Forcible Entry 7th Edition

Truck Company Operations: 2nd Edition by John Mittendorf

NYFD Forcible Entry Reference Guide Techniques and Procedures

References:

Introduction (1 of 2)

Forcible entry: Method to gain access when normal means of entry

cannot be used. Requires Strength, Knowledge, Proper Techniques,

and Skill.

Use Amount of Force Appropriate to the Situation. Alarm/Nothing Showing VS. Working Fire.

Introduction (2 of 2)

Arrange to secure the opening before leaving scene.

Keep up with how new styles of windows, doors, locks, and security devices operate.

PreparationYour Gear

Eye & Ear Protection

Helmet

Gloves

Turnout Gear (Buttoned-Up and Ready to Work)

Your Tools

In Service and Ready to Use

Selecting the Correct Tools for the Job at Hand

Applying the Proper Technique to the Structural Component

THE SIZE UP Modes of Operation

Routine Motive

Non Emergency Situations

Tactical Motive

Emergency Incidents Where Time is Critical

Control Fire Before it Extends Further into Structure

Effect a Rescue of Civilians

Developing Situation

Change in Fire Conditions

Firefighters Secondary Means of Egress

Method Company Officer Selects

Point of Entry

Method To Use

“TRY BEFORE YOU PRY”

Door Construction/ Security Devices

Scene Survey

The ProblemPrimarily Residential

Mercantile Buildings

Industrial Structures

Look for the EASY way in

Try Doors & Windows

Knox Box (Most of our problems will be solved by using the keys)

Neighbors

Alternate Entry

Second Floor

Air Condition Window Units ( Most people don’t install the security devices that come with the units)

Forcible Entry Tools

Firefighters Must Know:

What Tools are Available

Uses and Limitations of Each Tool

How to Select the Right Tool

How to Carry Each Tool

How to Inspect and Maintain Each Tool

Forcible Entry Tools Cont.

Striking Tools:

Irons

Flat Head Axe

Halligan

Sledge Hammer

Maul

Cutting Tools:

Cut Off Saw

Blade Bag w/ Tools to remove Bolt

Bolt Cutters

Hydraulic Cutters

Prying/ Spreading Tools:

Steel Pike Pole/ Griff Hook (for prying)

Halligan

K-Tool

Pry Bar

Hydraulic Spreaders

Hydra Ram

Wedges

• Vise Grips

What is Your Most Important Tool??

Your BRAIN… Don't Forget to Use it.

Halligan ToolWidely Used

Incorporates:

ADZ

PICK/SPIKE

CLAW/FORK

HAMMERING SURFACE

ROOF RING (Found on Some Bars)

Flat Head Axe

Two Sided Tool

Striking Surface

Cutting Surface

Can be Used as a Wedge to Gap or Hold Position of Door When Repositioning Halligan Shown with ADZ Bracket

Sledge Hammer

Has Two Striking surfaces

The heavier the tool the more the tool will to the work for you.

Maul

Usually 8 lbs

Half Splitting wedge

Half Sledge

Hydra-Ram

The Hydra-Ram is a hydraulic forcible entry tool capable of exerting 10,000 lbs of force.

Spreads up to 4 or 6 inches (Depending on what model)

Weight: 12 lbs

The tool operates on a 3-stage hydraulic system. With 0-400 lbs of load it will extend 3/4 per pump, with maximum ″extension of 4 in 8 pumps. ″

400-1200 lbs. will extend 1/4 per pump.″

over 1200 lbs. will extend 1/8 per pump.″

Pike Pole/ Griff Hook

FEATURES:

Roof Hook

Chisel End

Can also be Used as a Prybar

K-Tool

Developed for pulling a lock cylinder (Thru-the-Lock entry) on a door.

It is used with an Axe and Halligan Tool.

Designed to shear off a lock cylinder so it can be removed.

Vise Grips

Used to “unscrew” a mortise lock cylinder from the lock housing.

Also used to hold a padlock while it is being cut with a power saw.

Bolt CuttersUsed for cutting hasps, light-duty padlocks and chains.

It is limited by the opening spread of the blades. It is not recommended for cutting case-hardened shackles since that may damage the cutting blades.

If possible when cutting, try to cut the staple holding the padlock. If you have to cut the padlock, cut both sides of the shackle.

Cut Off Saw

Gasoline-powered

Light, powerful, and easy-to-use

Blades can be changed quickly.

Carbide-tipped blades

Metal-cutting blades

Masonry-cutting blades

Hydraulic Cutters & Spreaders

How Does all this Tie Together?

Accountability

– Maintaining crew integrity

– Having appropriate tools

Fire Behavior

– Controlling the door

– Ventilation openings

Mayday

– Maintain egress for crews working inside

Door Size-UpWhat is the door made of?

– Wood

– Metal

– Glass

– Combination

How is the door locked?

– Multiple locks

– Drop bars

Security bars

• How does the door open?

– Inward

– Outward

– Rollup

Sliding

Doors

Basic Door Construction

Door

Jamb

Hardware

Locking device

Construction Material

Wood

Metal

Fiberglass/Composite

Glass

Doors Operation Inward-opening

Outward-opening

Sliding doors

Revolving doors

Overhead doors

Inward-Opening Doors Inward-Opening Doors (1 of (1 of 2)2)

DesignMade of wood, steel, or glass Have an exterior frame with a stop or rabbet Locking mechanisms range from standard door knob locks to deadbolt locks or sliding latches.Most residential open inward

Inward-Opening Doors Inward-Opening Doors (2 of (2 of 2)2)

Forcing EntryDetermine what type of frame the door has. Use a prying tool near the locking mechanism to pry the stop away from the frame. Use a striking tool to force the prying tool further into the jamb.

Outward-Opening Doors Outward-Opening Doors (1 of 2)(1 of 2)

DesignUsed in commercial occupancies and for most exists Designed for a quick exit Made of wood, metal, or glass Usually have exposed hinges

Outward-Opening Doors Outward-Opening Doors (2 of 2)(2 of 2)

Forcing entry Check to see if hinges can be disassembled or hinge pins removed. Place adz end of prying tool into the door frame.Use striking tool. Leverage the tool to force the door outward away from the jamb.

Sliding Doors Sliding Doors (1 of 2)(1 of 2)

DesignMade of tempered glass in a wood or metal frame Have two sections and a double track A weak latch on the frame of the door secures the movable side.

Sliding Doors Sliding Doors (2 of 2)(2 of 2)

Forcing EntryCheck whether a security rod is in the door track.If present, try another door.If not present, use a pry bar to lever door away from locking mechanism.If necessary, break the glass.

-Some patio doors swing on hinges-

Overhead Doors Overhead Doors (1 of 2)(1 of 2)

DesignCan roll up or tilt Made of wood or metal May be hollow-core or solid-core

Overhead Doors Overhead Doors (2 of 2)(2 of 2)

Forcing entry Break out a panel or window and manually operate lock from within. Always securely prop door open to prevent door closing. Security roll-up doorCut triangle-shape entry.

Overhead DoorsOverhead Doors

Commercial InstallationsCommercial InstallationsRetailRetail

Police DepartmentPolice Department

Mini WharehousesMini Wharehouses

Types Of DoorsTypes Of Doors

Methods of LockingMethods of Locking

Methods of ForcingMethods of Forcing

Drop BarsDrop Bars

Secondary ExitsSecondary Exits

Size Up ImportantSize Up Important

Methods Of ForcingMethods Of ForcingCut DoorCut Door

Saw BoltsSaw Bolts

Air ChiselAir Chisel

Sheer With AxeSheer With Axe

Burglar Bars

Residential / Commercial InstallationsResidential / Commercial Installations

Hazards To FirefightersHazards To Firefighters

Methods Of AttachmentMethods Of Attachment

Methods of RemovalMethods of RemovalSawSaw

Though The LockThough The Lock

Sledge HammerSledge Hammer

ChainChain

High Security LocksHigh Security Locks

Fox Police LockFox Police LockMulti LockMulti Lock

Specialized Forcible Entry Techniques Specialized Forcible Entry Techniques

Electric / Magnetic LocksElectric / Magnetic Locks

Push Button Combination LocksPush Button Combination Locks

Double Glass Entry DoorsDouble Glass Entry Doors

Cylinder GuardsCylinder Guards

HingesHinges