When advancing a hose line up a ladder, the ladder should be raised to which point?

When advancing a hose line up a ladder, raising the ladder to the floor below the fire is the procedure that provides several strategic advantages. Positioning the ladder this way allows for easier and safer management of the hose line. It minimizes the risk of fire spread and allows firefighters to assess the situation before entering the area directly affected by the fire.

By placing the ladder at the floor below, firefighters can ensure they have a secure and stable footing before deploying the hose to the fire area. This position also allows them to better control the hose and manage the flow of water, helping to effectively suppress the fire while maintaining a safer distance from it as they prepare to advance further.

This method also takes into account the potential for heat and smoke conditions to be more severe directly at the fire, making it prudent to position oneself a level below where conditions can be more manageable and visibility is enhanced.