06-12 Backing Policy

Question 1

06-12 Backing Policy

Avoid backing operations with heavy apparatus whenever possible.

No member shall be permitted to ride on the tailboard, running board, or any exposed position of an apparatus when the vehicle is in motion.

A safety officer, normally the company commander, shall directly supervise and ensure safety of all backing operations. The safety officer will normally be located in a position to monitor the movement of the apparatus, and assure that no Department member or civilian is placed at
risk during backing operations.

Before backing the apparatus, one member shall survey the rear of the apparatus and path of travel by walking around the apparatus to assure that the path is clear and there are no obstructions or safety hazards. This information shall be communicated to the driver before backing operations begin.

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Question 2

06-12 Backing Policy

No member shall enter the designated apparatus hazard zone, delineated by an area ___ feet behind the apparatus and ___ feet to each side of the apparatus while the apparatus is moving backwards.

Answer 2

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Question 3

06-12 Backing Policy

A double, closed fist with crossed arms, forming an “X,” shall be given to cause the driver to immediately stop the apparatus.

Answer 3

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Question 4

06-12 Backing Policy

When backing aerial ladder apparatus, the apparatus operator and tiller person shall continue to wear their headsets and communicate verbally through their headsets. The tiller person will assume the role of the safety spotter while backing the apparatus. However, the safety officer must confirm a clear path of travel to the apparatus operator before backing the apparatus.

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Question 5

06-12 Backing Policy

One member designated as the safety spotter shall be safely positioned outside of the apparatus hazard zone to monitor the travel path of the apparatus, normally on the opposite side of the safety officer.

Answer 5

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Question 6

06-12 Backing Policy

All members shall wear helmets when assisting with backing operations or controlling traffic.

Answer 6

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Question 7

06-12 Backing Policy

The diesel exhaust capture system shall not be connected while the apparatus is moving.

Answer 7

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Question 8

06-12 Backing Policy

Personnel may utilize back-up button extensions as long as they remain outside of the apparatus hazard zone throughout backing operations.

Answer 8

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