Which of the following is not among the seven basic strategies?

• A. Containment
• B. Rescue
• C. Salvage
• D. Extinguishment

Answer: (A)

In firefighting practice, the seven basic strategies are the core actions crews perform to manage a fire scene: rescue occupants, protect exposures, extinguish the fire, ventilate to release heat and smoke, salvage to protect property, perform overhaul to ensure the fire is fully extinguished and any hotspots are found, and gain forcible entry or access to reach the fire and victims. Containment isn’t listed as its own separate strategy in that framework; it’s the outcome you achieve by applying the other strategies effectively. For example, extinguishing the flame helps prevent it from spreading, exposure protection keeps nearby areas safe, and proper ventilation reduces heat and improves visibility, all contributing to containment indirectly. Rescue, salvage, and extinguishment are clearly active, fundamental components of the plan, while containment is a result of executing those actions well.