Fire / EMS How To Use

Overview

This guide explains the main Fire / EMS commands, controls, tools, and scene-use expectations for Praxis RP.

Fire / EMS roleplay should focus on:

Scene safety

Realistic apparatus placement

Patient care

Fire suppression

Rescue operations

Team communication

Proper use of equipment

Professional scene management

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Getting Started

Before Going On Duty

Before beginning Fire / EMS duty, complete the following:

1. Put on the correct Fire / EMS uniform.
2. Turn on your fire pager.
3. Get your medical permissions.
4. Open or confirm access to the fire menu.
5. Subscribe to the correct Area of Patrol if required.
6. Confirm your radio is working.
7. Stage your apparatus properly.
8. Make sure you understand the tools you are using.
9. Respond professionally to all calls.

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Fire Pager

Use this command to turn on your fire pager:

/pager fire

This allows you to receive fire-related pager notifications.

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Medical Permissions

Use this command to get medical permissions:

/umems

This gives access to EMS patient-care actions through Third Eye.

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EMS Third Eye Actions

After using /umems, use Third Eye on the patient to access EMS actions.

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Quick Command List

Fire / EMS Commands

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Fire Menu

Open Fire Menu

The fire menu can be opened using the keybind:

The fire menu can also be opened using:

/openfiremenu

The fire menu is used for fire operations, patrol subscriptions, incident management, and fire-related features.

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Area of Patrol

Fire incidents are organized by Area of Patrol.

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Smart Fire Incidents

Incident Types

Smart fire incidents may include:

Structure fires

Wildfires

Vehicle fires

Vehicle rescues

Smoke investigations

Explosion-based fires

Scenario-based fire calls

Fire Notifications

Fire dispatches may show as:

Fire

Smoke

Dispatch

Structure Fire

Wildfire

Vehicle Fire

Vehicle Rescue

Rescue

Investigation

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Automatic Incident Scaling

The fire system can automatically scale incidents based on how many firefighters are actively subscribed.

Current difficulty preset:

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Smoke Incidents

Smoke Calls

Smoke calls are dispatched when smoke is reported but the fire source has not been found.

Smoke incidents may show:

Smoke effects

Yellow / grey map blip

FD tablet card

Investigation prompt

Smoke Investigation Control

How To Clear Smoke

Smoke incidents can be cleared by:

1. Walking up to the smoke.
2. Pressing E while in range.
3. A real fire spawning near the smoke.
4. An admin manually clearing the smoke.

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Fire Suppression

Suppression Tools

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Extinguisher

Fire extinguishers are used for smaller fires and close-range fire suppression.

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Hose Line

Hose lines are used for standard fire attack.

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Deck Gun

The deck gun is enabled on supported fire apparatus.

The deck gun uses the apparatus-mounted water cannon and is intended for larger exterior fire suppression.

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Fire Hose System

Hose Controls

How To Use A Hose

1. Go to the fire apparatus.
2. Use Third Eye or press E when prompted to grab the hose.
3. Pull the hose toward the fire.
4. Aim at the fire.
5. Hold Left Mouse Button to spray water.
6. Use Arrow Up or Arrow Down to adjust pressure.
7. Press G when prompted to open the display or switch hose type.
8. Return to the apparatus and press E to store the hose.

Hose Messages

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Supply Line / Hydrant System

Supply Line Controls

How To Use A Supply Line

1. Position the apparatus near a hydrant or water supply.
2. Press Z to connect the line.
3. Press H to start filling the tank.
4. Press H again to stop filling.
5. Press Z to disconnect the line.

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Water Monitor

Commands

/watermonitor setup

Sets up a portable water monitor.

/watermonitor remove

Removes a portable water monitor.

Water Monitor Controls

How To Use

1. Stand outside of a vehicle.
2. Use /watermonitor setup.
3. Position the water monitor.
4. Press Enter to confirm placement.
5. Press E to toggle water flow.
6. Use Arrow Up and Arrow Down to adjust pitch.
7. Use /watermonitor remove when finished.

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SCBA System

SCBA Controls

How To Use SCBA

1. Equip the correct SCBA outfit or gear.
2. Press J to toggle SCBA.
3. Press K to toggle the SCBA light.
4. Press H to toggle the PASS alarm.
5. Monitor your air pressure while operating in smoke or fire conditions.

SCBA Information

SCBA Refill

Use this command at approved refill points:

/scbarefill

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Fire Investigation

Command

/investigate

The investigation command is used to inspect an area for fire residue after a fire.

How To Use

1. Wait until the fire is extinguished.
2. Move near the suspected origin area.
3. Use /investigate.
4. Allow the investigation action to complete.
5. Review the result.

Possible Investigation Results

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Lighter / Arson Tool

Command

/uselighter

The lighter command attempts to ignite what the player is aiming at.

How It Works

The lighter may be used on:

Vehicles

Flammable surfaces

Certain materials

Other valid targets depending on the scene

Ignition Requirements

Lighter Messages

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Vehicle Fires

Vehicle Fire Behavior

Vehicle fires may start from:

Major crashes

Vehicle damage

Engine failure

Explosion events

Manual or scenario-based fire starts

Arson using the lighter system

Vehicle Fire Factors

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Vehicle Rescue

Vehicle Rescue Behavior

Vehicle rescue calls may involve:

Major collisions

Entrapment

Vehicle fire

Victim rescue

Tow response after scene stabilization

Rescue Prompts

Prompt	Use
Press E to carry victim	Carry or grab the victim
Checking patient vitals	Patient check is in progress
Press G to secure victim in ambulance	Secure patient for transport
Press G to drop victim	Drop or release the victim

Stabilize the vehicle before cutting, lifting, or removing patients.

Tow may wait until nearby fires are fully extinguished before clearing wreckage.

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Water Rescue Throw Bag

Command

/throwbag

The throw bag is used for water rescue situations. It deploys a rope that can assist with pulling a person back in.

How To Use

1. Stand outside of a vehicle.
2. Face the person needing rescue.
3. Use /throwbag.
4. If a player is found, the throw bag will deploy.
5. The rope will begin pulling the player in.

You must not be inside a vehicle when using the throw bag.

Use the throw bag only for valid water rescue roleplay. Do not use it to troll, pull random players, or interfere with unrelated scenes.

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Inflatable Jack

Commands

/jack setup

Sets up an inflatable jack near the closest vehicle.

/jack remove

Removes the inflatable jack.

How To Use

1. Stand near the vehicle.
2. Use /jack setup.
3. Control the inflatable jack.
4. Use the height controls to raise or lower it.
5. Press Enter when finished.
6. Use /jack remove when the operation is complete.

Inflatable Jack Controls

Action	Key
Adjust Height Up	Arrow Up
Adjust Height Down	Arrow Down
Confirm / Stop Control	Enter

The inflatable jack is used for vehicle rescue, stabilization, and lifting operations.

Do not use the inflatable jack on random vehicles unless it is part of an active fire, rescue, or training scene.

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Vehicle Chocks

Commands

/chock setup

Places wheel chocks on the nearest vehicle.

/chock remove

Removes wheel chocks from the nearest vehicle.

How To Use

1. Stand near the vehicle.
2. Use /chock setup.
3. Confirm the chocks are placed.
4. Use /chock remove when they are no longer needed.

Wheel chocks are used to keep a vehicle from rolling during rescue, fire, or roadside operations.

Chocks should be used on unstable vehicles, crash scenes, rescue scenes, and apparatus staging areas.

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Rescue Cushion

Commands

/rescuecushion setup

Sets up a fire rescue cushion.

/rescuecushion remove

Removes the fire rescue cushion.

How To Use

1. Stand outside of a vehicle.
2. Use /rescuecushion setup.
3. Position the rescue cushion.
4. Press Enter to finish placement.
5. Use /rescuecushion remove when done.

Rescue Cushion Controls

Action	Key
Confirm Placement	Enter

You must not be inside a vehicle when placing the rescue cushion.

The rescue cushion has a cooldown after use. Do not abuse it for repeated jumping or unrealistic scenes.

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Stretcher System

Stretcher Controls

Action	Key
Open Menu	Y
Take Bed	E
Do Action	E
Remove Bed From Vehicle	E
Release Bed	B
Put Bed Into Vehicle	E
Get Out Of Bed	E
Open / Close Doors	E
Extend Powerload	Z
Take / Stow Stretcher	G
Extra 1	Caps Lock

Most stretcher actions use E. Watch the on-screen prompts and move around the stretcher or ambulance if the prompt does not appear.

Do not spam stretcher controls. Give the script time to complete the current action before pressing another key.

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Ventilation Fan

Commands

/fan setup

Sets up a ventilation fan.

/fan remove

Removes the ventilation fan.

Fan Controls

Action	Key
Toggle Fan	G

How To Use

1. Use /fan setup.
2. Place the fan near the smoke area.
3. Press G to toggle the fan.
4. Use /fan remove when finished.

Fans are used for smoke removal and ventilation during fire operations.

Interior fires may leave residual smoke after the fire is out. Use fans to ventilate the area.

Place fans realistically. Do not block doorways, roads, or active rescue paths unless the scene requires it.

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Forcible Entry Tools

Spreaders

Use this command to equip or use hydraulic spreaders:

/spreaders

Saw

Use this command to equip or use the saw:

/saw

Halligan

The Halligan is used for forcible entry and door work.

Door / Tool Controls

Action	Key
Break / Force Door	Enter

Forcible entry tools should be used only during valid fire, rescue, or training scenes.

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Drip Torch

Command

/driptorch

The drip torch is used for controlled fire operations, including wildfire and controlled burn roleplay.

Do not use the drip torch randomly. It should only be used for approved controlled burns, wildfire operations, or training.

Starting fires without a valid RP reason can create unnecessary scenes and may violate server rules.

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Station Alert

Station Alert Information

Station alert may control:

Station tones

Station lights

Bay doors

Call screens

Traffic signals

Dispatch notifications

Pager triggers

Station Alert Behavior

Alert tones may play.

Station lights may activate.

Bay doors may open.

Call screens may display call information.

Doors and lights may reset after a set time.

Fire pagers may activate.

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Fire Apparatus / Smart Vehicle Commands

Setup Vehicle

Use this command to set up the current smart vehicle:

/setupvehicle

Reset Vehicle

Use this command to reset the current smart vehicle:

/resetvehicle

Cage Commands

Use this command to enter an apparatus cage:

/entercage

Use this command to exit an apparatus cage:

/exitcage

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How To Use The Smart Vehicle Ladder

1. Setup The Vehicle

Get in the driver seat first. If it does not auto-setup, run:

/setupvehicle

2. Start Controlling

Stand near the vehicle, or stay in the driver seat if your vehicle supports driving control.

Press:

This starts or stops controlling the smart vehicle.

3. Extend The Ladder

While controlling the vehicle, hold:

4. Retract The Ladder

While controlling the vehicle, hold:

5. Move The Ladder

Use these while controlling:

6. Move The Cage / End Piece

Use these while controlling:

7. Use The Outriggers

Use these while controlling:

8. Enter / Exit The Cage

To enter the cage near the truck:

/entercage

To exit the cage:

/exitcage

If needed, press X again inside the cage to control from the cage.

9. Control Panel Menu

If your vehicle has the menu enabled:

10. Water Monitors

If your truck has water monitors:

11. Reset The Vehicle

If the ladder or props get stuck, get in the vehicle and run:

/resetvehicle

Extra Keybind

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Positioning Controls

Some fire scripts include positioning modes for placing objects, adjusting equipment, or configuring offsets.

Common Positioning Controls

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Admin Fire Commands

Admin Commands

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Scene Safety

Fire Scene Priorities

1. Life safety.
2. Scene stabilization.
3. Fire control.
4. Search and rescue.
5. Patient care.
6. Property conservation.
7. Overhaul and investigation.

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Apparatus Placement

Good apparatus placement keeps the scene organized and realistic.

Do not block the entire road unless needed.

Leave room for additional apparatus.

Keep EMS access open.

Park uphill and upwind when possible.

Use cones, chocks, and traffic control when needed.

Stage apparatus based on the type of incident.

Keep water supply access open.

Good apparatus placement makes the scene look more realistic and prevents chaos.

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Rescue Operations

Vehicle Rescue

For vehicle rescue scenes, consider using:

Chocks

Inflatable jack

Spreaders

Saw

Stretcher

EMS care

Traffic control

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Water Rescue

For water rescue scenes, consider using:

Throw bag

Staged rescue team

EMS standby

Scene command

Safe shoreline operations

Do not enter unsafe water unless the scene is properly coordinated.

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High-Angle / Fall Rescue

For jump or fall scenes, consider using:

Rescue cushion

Stretcher

EMS care

Scene command

Traffic and crowd control

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EMS Patient Care Flow

Suggested Patient Care Order

1. Scene safety.
2. Use Third Eye to assess.
3. Use Third Eye to stabilize.
4. Begin treatment with treat.
5. Use cpr if the patient is unresponsive and CPR is appropriate.
6. Use revive only when the scene and roleplay support it.
7. Move the patient to the stretcher.
8. Transport or transfer care as needed.

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Final Reminders