What aspect is considered when stabilizing a scene during overhaul?

When stabilizing a scene during overhaul, ensuring firefighter safety is a paramount concern. This stage of an operation involves assessing and securing the environment to prevent any potential hazards or risks that could threaten the safety of personnel. Firefighters may encounter unstable structures, hazardous materials, or other dangers that could arise after the initial fire has been extinguished.

Prioritizing firefighter safety means taking proactive measures such as ensuring that the area is safe to enter, using appropriate protective equipment, and being aware of any risks that could lead to injury. This focus on safety is essential, not just for the firefighters on site, but also for the protection of civilians and the overall integrity of the fire scene.

While controlling outside traffic, deploying additional crew members, and mapping out nearby hydrant locations are also important considerations for overall incident management, they do not directly relate to the immediate stabilization of the scene in the context of ensuring personnel's safety during the critical phase of overhaul.