Which resource is listed for a 3rd Alarm Structure Fire?

• A. 1 Aerial, 3 Engines, 2 Medics, 1 Battalion, Mobile Command Post
• B. 1 Aerial, 2 Engines, 1 Medic, 1 Battalion, Mobile Command Post
• C. 1 Aerial, 3 Engines, 1 Medic, 1 Battalion, Mobile Command Post
• D. 1 Aerial, 3 Engines, 1 Medic, 1 Battalion, No Command Post

Answer: (C)

For a 3rd Alarm Structure Fire, the standard resource package is set up to support aggressive fire attack, search and rescue, and on-scene leadership from a centralized location. The listed mix that fits this level includes one aerial ladder, three engine companies, one medic unit, one Battalion Chief, and a Mobile Command Post. The aerial ladder provides elevated access and ventilation essential for working from above and coordinating exposures. Three engines give enough crews for advancing lines, maintaining water supply, and back-up operations. A single medic unit covers on-scene medical needs without overcommitting resources at this alarm level. The Battalion Chief directs operations and communications, while the Mobile Command Post provides a dedicated space for incident command to manage the evolving incident.

Options that omit the Mobile Command Post, or reduce the number of engines, or add an extra medic beyond what’s typical for this alarm level, don’t align with the standard package for a 3rd Alarm Structure Fire.