What should firefighters do after they have been rested, rehydrated, refueled, and rechecked in rehabilitation?

After firefighters have gone through the rehabilitation process, which includes resting, rehydrating, refueling, and rechecking, they are typically ready to be reassigned. This step is crucial because it ensures that they have recovered sufficiently from their previous exertions and are physically fit to continue their duties safely and effectively.

Rehabilitation serves to restore firefighters' physical and mental state after they have been engaged in demanding operations. Upon successful completion of this process, the expectation is that they can return to their roles with renewed energy and focus. By being released for reassignment, they can contribute to ongoing operations, thus ensuring that the firefighting team remains effective while managing the incident.

Options that suggest keeping firefighters under constant watch, relieving them of duty, or returning them to the station do not align with the objective of maximizing their utility during an active incident. Being reassigned allows for the continuity of operations while maintaining safety and effectiveness in their firefighting efforts.