What type of search is performed after a fire is suppressed?

The type of search performed after a fire has been suppressed is known as the secondary search. This search is conducted to ensure that all areas have been thoroughly examined for any victims or hazards that may have been overlooked during the initial response.

During the secondary search, firefighters methodically check the premises with a focus on areas where victims might be found, as well as surveying for potential hazards that could pose a danger to responders or inhabitants. This search typically occurs when it is deemed safe, with the fire completely extinguished and the environment stabilized.

The primary search, which happens before or during firefighting efforts, is a rapid search aimed at finding potential victims but may not be as thorough. Other options, such as initial or final search, are not standard terms typically used in firefighting protocols to describe the search types performed after fire suppression. Thus, the secondary search is crucial in ensuring comprehensive safety and care in the aftermath of a fire.