In ladder positioning, what is the Rescue/Entry position?

• A. Rescue/Entry - Tip even/below window sill in the middle
• B. Ventilation - Upwind side, even with the top of window
• C. Roof Access - 3-5 rungs above roof line or balcony railing
• D. Attack position - Slightly above the bottom of window sill, ALTERNATIVLY in rescue position

Answer: (A)

The main idea here is placing the ladder to enable fast and safe entry through a window. In the Rescue/Entry position, the ladder tip should be level with the window sill (or just a bit below) and the ladder positioned so the opening is centered under the ladder. This alignment lets you reach straight into the window with minimal reach, keeps your weight over the base for stability, and allows you to grab or push through the opening quickly without overreaching.

This setup is ideal for immediate rescue or entry because it provides the shortest, most direct path to the interior and reduces risk of missing the window or losing balance.

Ventilation positioning, by contrast, is used to access the window from the upwind side to vent smoke and hot gases, not to enter. Roof access involves positioning higher above the window to reach a roof line, which isn’t suited for quick interior entry. The attack position places you slightly above the bottom of the window sill and is used for other operations, not the primary rescue/entry task.