What must personnel do immediately after a fire is contained?

After a fire is contained, personnel must report the incident and complete an investigation to ensure that all necessary protocols are followed and to understand the circumstances that led to the fire. This is critical for several reasons. First, reporting the incident ensures that organizational procedures are adhered to, maintaining safety standards and compliance with regulations. Second, conducting an investigation helps identify the cause of the fire, which can inform future prevention measures and improve overall safety protocols. By analyzing what occurred, the crew can learn from the incident and implement changes that mitigate the risk of a similar event happening again.

Celebrating the success of containing the fire may undermine the seriousness of the situation and distract from learning opportunities. Sealing off the affected area, while necessary in some contexts, is typically part of immediate firefighting tactics, and without investigation, it does not address the root cause. Storing firefighting equipment is a part of post-fire procedures but occurs once reporting and assessment have taken place. Therefore, the most important action immediately after containment is to report and investigate the incident.