What type of information is gathered during a pre-incident survey of a structure?

Gathering building intelligence during a pre-incident survey involves collecting critical information about the structure that could impact emergency response efforts. This type of information includes details about the layout of the building, materials used in construction, locations of points of entry and exit, utility shut-off locations, and any potential hazards present within the structure. This understanding allows firefighters to make informed decisions during incidents, improving safety and efficiency in their response.

While other types of information, such as structural integrity data or local legislation, may be relevant in different contexts, they do not specifically enhance immediate operational readiness in the same way that building intelligence does. Community demographics could help in understanding the population served, but they do not provide the direct actionable insights that would be critical in a firefighting or emergency response scenario.