Who should deliver a roof report and coordinate ventilation tasks during structure operations?

• A. The Incident Commander.
• B. The Fire Attack Team Leader.
• C. The Safety Officer.
• D. The Truck Company Officer or designated roof crew.

Answer: (A)

In structure fires, the person in command keeps the big picture and directs all tactical actions, including how and when to ventilate. The roof report is a crucial update from the roof crew about conditions seen from the top—roof integrity, fire location, potential for extension, and the opening or closing of ventilation opportunities. Because ventilation directly influences interior fire behavior, smoke movement, and crew safety, it must be planned and coordinated by the incident commander who has the authority to align resources, timing, and tactics across all assignments. The roof crew provides the information and carries out the ventilation under the command’s direction, while the interior attack team and safety roles support and monitor the operation within that coordinated plan.