Question

Upon arriving at a warehouse suspected of having a gas leak of unknown origin inside, two things were immediately apparent to the fire crew. Both metal doors to the front and back were locked and there were no windows on the ground floor. Under the circumstances, what is the best possible means to conduct a forcible entry?

A. Use an oxyacetylene cutting torch on the front door.

B. Utilize a pry bar or some similar tool to wedge open the door at the jamb.

C. Use a fireman's axe to create a hole in the door large enough to accommodate a hand and unlock the door from the inside.

D. Utilize a gasoline powered circular saw with a metal cutting blade.

Answer 1

The best possible means to conduct a forcible entry in this situation would be to utilize a pry bar or some similar tool to wedge open the door at the jamb.

Step-by-step explanation:

The best possible means to conduct a forcible entry in this situation would be to utilize a pry bar or some similar tool to wedge open the door at the jamb (option B). This method is effective for gaining entry without causing excessive damage or risk of explosion, as would be the case with options A and D. Using a fireman's axe to create a hole in the door (option C) may also be a viable option, but it is generally safer and more efficient to use a pry bar for forcible entry.