What does a V with a horizontal line indicate on a building marking?

• A. Indicates a confirmed deceased victim
• B. Safe entryway
• C. Hazardous Condition
• D. No entry

Answer: (A)

Understanding building markings in US&R, the symbol that denotes a victim is a V. When a horizontal line runs through that V, it communicates that the casualty has been confirmed by rescuers, typically meaning the person is deceased. This distinction helps incoming teams avoid reopening searches in that area and guides response priorities. Other marks convey different statuses like safe entry, hazardous conditions, or no entry, but a V with a line specifically signals a confirmed casualty.