01.08.03 Apparatus Response Categories Flashcards
FRD’s main priority per sop 01.08.03
The safe arrival of personnel and apparatus to the incident scene
01.08.03
Categorizes and describes appropriate apparatus emergency response procedures that enhance safety and minimize risk to personnel and the public
Emergency Response Maximum Speeds and what are they governed by
Governed by “Due Regard” for the safety of other motorists
Shall not Exceed 15 mph above posted speed limit
80 mph Max Speed on limited access highways
Prior to proceeding through any stop signs or traffic signals in red speed shall be reduced to
5 mph prior to proceeding
Maximum speed during emergency response through a controlled intersection with the right of way (traffic Light)
Speed limit of the street traveled
Max Speed when crossing intersections with the right of way
Shall not be higher than 30 mph
Unguarded railroad grade crossing vehicle shall
Come to a complete stop, ensure it is safe to proceed and never go around gates that are closed
Priority 2 responses are
Public Service Calls to include Stalled Elevators without a medical emergency