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What event indicates why a Civil Unrest plan is important to the FD?
1992 Los Angeles riot
How many fires occurred in 1992 Los Angeles riot?
1000 (600 structures)
How many deaths occurred in the 1992 Los Angeles riot?
45
How many strike teams/task forces were used in the 1992 Los Angeles riots?
77
How much dollar loss was estimated with the Los Angeles riots?
One billion
What were key issues when dealing with the Los Angeles riots?
a. Incident Command
b. Mutual aid
c. Cooperative law enforcement
d. Communications
The City of Sunrise has prepared the Civil Unrest policy to:
a. Prescribe duties and responsibilities
b. Establish lines of authority
c. Document a predetermined plan of action
Define Civil Unrest:
Real or perceived state of uneasiness, disquiet, or social unrest in the community
Define Civil Disturbance:
State of uneasiness, disquiet, or social unrest resulting in injury, death, damage, or destruction
Where did the definitions of Unrest and Disturbance come from?
The American Heritage Dictionary
Who has the authority to activate or modify the Civil Unrest plan?
The Fire Chief or designated alternatives
What is included in the preparatory stage of the Civil Unrest Plan?
a. Maintain year-round emergency preparedness
b. Maintenance of vehicles and equipment
Secondary locations for equipment, vehicles, and supplies will be identified by:
The FOC
When an alarm reference is determined to be Unrest without the probability of disturbance, the dispatch shall notify:
Fire Chief
When an alarm reference is determined to be Unrest with the probability of disturbance, the dispatch shall notify:
All Staff via Page
Resultant to an alarm reference of “Disturbance Alert” or “Disturbance” the communications center shall immediately alert:
a. Fire Rescue Department-at-large utilizing paging and station tones
b. Also request law enforcement to determine the need for Fire Rescue services
What are the 3 operational phases of the Civil Unrest plan?
a. Phase I - Civil Unrest Alert (pre-emergency)
b. Phase II - Civil Unrest Response
c. Phase III - Post Emergency Response (recovery, salvage, survey)
In what phase is the FOC activated?
a. Phase I
b. Activated by Command Staff
Where is incident command established?
a. Most effective location for safety, staging, and support services
b. In proximity to law enforcement field command post
If PSC is identified as an anticipated target for disturbance what should administrative support members familiarize themselves with?
Protection of Essential Records Policy
If Civil Unrest takes place in a fire rescue district, what is done with the station/trucks?
Evacuation and report to staging area
Who authorizes Task Force responses?
a. IC and FOC
b. Based on knowledge of situation and law enforcement intelligence
The FOC shall maintain a log of all related significant incident events. What is the name of that log?
Chronological Emergency log
What size tip shall be attached to all deluge guns, and preconnected hose lines?
1 1/4”
If the station needs to be evacuated, what must be done to the equipment? (4)
a. Disconnect main electrical panel and generator
b. Remove radios, chargers, and journals
c. Log off computer networks and turn off
d. Bring PPE to staging
Upon notification of a Civil Unrest alert, which branch may be requested to remain on duty?
Logistics
If requested to call in, where does all off-duty personnel call?
a. Voicemail Information line
b. 954-746-3418
If requested to call in, who does light-duty personnel contact?
a. Administrative officer
b. 954-746-3417
Whenever members have been recalled to duty:
The FOC shall record names and times when persons arrive for duty
Where do recalled personnel report to?
a. Fire Station
b. Staging area
c. Other rendezvous points
If you are unable to report to the assigned fire station due to the disturbance, what do you do?
Report to the nearest SFD location
Recalled members may be utilized for: (3)
a. Forming task forces
b. Augment Operational task forces
c. Form relief crews for task forces
What happens when an announcement of an actual Civil Unrest takes place?
Phase II will be implemented
Who is the back-up dispatch center?
EOC
The first people to be recalled are:
Immediate past shift personnel
What is the B/C responsibilities during Civil Unrest? (3)
a. Report in person to the FOC
b. Familiarize themselves and crew with unrest plan and search and rescue procedures
c. Assume assignment and ensure medical triage, treatment, and transport services
Where are FLS personnel assigned during Civil Unrest?
a. EOC (primary)
b. FOC (secondary)
c. Can be assigned to Task Force investigators, report to command
At the completion of the disturbance, FLS shall also perform:
Damage assessment with the Building Department
Where are training division personnel assigned during civil unrest?
EOC or FOC
Where are logistics division personnel assigned during civil unrest?
PSC or other location
In a Civil Unrest, where is the FOC located?
10440 WOPB
The Div. Chief of EMS makes sure that _____ is activated during Civil Unrest.
a. Medical Resource Coordination Center (MRCC)
Who determines the minimum staffing of units during disturbances?
The FOC
Relocation of field units may be necessary prior to:
Phase 2
Who gives periodic updates to crews within each district?
a. B/C of that district
b. Maintain radio contact with each station
Who is authorized to operate in disturbance areas?
Only Task Forces
Who long should hose lines be when operating in a Civil Unrest?
a. Kept as short as possible
b. 200’ to max. 500’
What are the rules when fighting fire in a Civil Unrest? (6)
a. Stop fires that will cause conflagrations or move into residential areas
b. Stop exposures
c. Use heavy streams
d. No interior attack, unless victims can be saved
e. No overhaul
f. No ventilation
Incident command shall insure what form is completed for each Task Force response?
Task Form Alarm Information
Resources are only to be committed to an incident in the disturbance area:
a. If there is a threat to life or property
b. Determined by Task Force B/C that life or significant valued property can be saved
Staffing for command/supervisory units during Civil Unrest:
a. Minimum of 2
Staffing for engines during Civil Unrest:
At least 4
Staffing for Rescue during Civil unrest:
At least 3
Members recalled on overtime may upon arrival be utilized to:
activate out of service units
What is the policy for lights and sirens in a defined critical area?
a. lights should not be used unless absolutely necessary
b. sirens should be limited
If ordered to evacuate by the Task Force B/C, what is done with the hose and nozzle?
a. Try to get nozzles and equipment back on truck
b. Shut down the hydrant if possible
c. It may be necessary to leave hose at the scene
What is the air horn for “take cover” during civil unrest?
Rapid intermittent blowing
What is the air horn for “prepare to move out” during civil unrest?
Long continuous blowing
Prior to abandoning vehicles, what is done:
Disable radio systems by:
a. Removing microphones
b. Removing fuses
c. Or cut the control lines and turn off radio
What is done if a fire hydrant is found open in a disturbance?
Immediately close
If a fire originates on a main thoroughfare?
a. Get lines to the rear of the building to prevent extension
b. Placed at extreme sides of the fire
What is the policy for deck gun use during Civil Unrest?
Ground level, with apparatus behind FD personnel
If a report of a bystander is trapped, what is the procedure?
Informant should be requested to accompany FD to location
What does a task force consist of in a Civil Unrest?
2 Engines
1 Rescue (if needed)
Battalion
Lad/Plat (if requested)
Can the task force battalion alter the task force make up?
yes, must notify the FOC and IC
When do FD units respond to a disturbance area?
After PD confirms security
What is used when assigning members to a Task Force? (2)
a. Task Force Assignment Form
b. Completed by company officer
What is located at the Staging Area for civil unrest? (4)
a. 1 3/4”, 2 1/2”, LDH hose for replacement of lost or destroyed hose
b. Fuel trucks
c. Members of rescue units for treatment and transport
d. Food, cots, blankets, facilities for rehab
What is the helicopter used for during a civil unrest?
Define safe zones and escape routes
Grid search patterns shall be formulated by _____ during _____.
a. Each affected station
b. Phase I/II
What type of search pattern is used during civil unrest?
Grid search
What is a local disaster defined as:
Fire, flood, explosion, or storm that might cause the destruction of essential operating records
Where should fire reports at individual stations be relocated to during civil unrest?
Secure storage location within the station
Most essential records of the FD are located where?
PSC
All material and records stored in cabinets below ____ should be relocated?
6”
All logistics suppliers below _____ should be located.
6”
What three things does the advisory from National Hurricane Center advise?
a Position
b. Speed
c. Intensity
When are hurricane advisories issued?
055, 1100, 1700, 2300
An advisory is issued when hurricane conditions are:
A possible threat to a certain area
Who gives the order to cease emergency activity?
Fire Chief or designee
What is the comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP)?
Guide to the emergency response by the City to disasters and catastrophic events
Where is the EOC located during a hurricane?
Station 59
Directors from all departments will work under the direction of:
Director of Public Safety or designee
How long can an “eye” last?
Several minutes to more than an hour
Where is the FOC located during a hurricane?
a. PSC
b. Operated by key personnel from FD
When is a hurricane watch issued?
Hurricane conditions within 24 to 36 hours
When is a hurricane warning issued?
Hurricane conditions in less than 24 hours
What are hurricane conditions?
Winds of 74 mph or more and dangerous high tides
What is the Hurricane Probability Projection?
a. Percentage that the center of a storm will pass within 65 miles within 72 hours
b. Given by the National Hurricane Center
What is a hurricane?
Fully developed tropical cyclone with sustained winds of 74 mph or more
Hurricanes are rated by what scale?
Saffir-Simpson scale
How wide can a hurricane be?
500 miles
How many national weather centers operate by the National Weather Service?
3
The National Hurricane Center in Miami has responsibility of:
National and International of the North Atlantic
How is a storm surge produced?
winds and low pressure associated with a hurricane
How many people die from a storm surge?
9 out of 10
How big is a storm surge?
Wall of water up to 50 miles wide just to the right of where the eye makes landfall
When is a storm warning issued?
Winds of 55-73 mph are expected
When is a storm warning not preceding a hurricane warning?
If a hurricane is expected to strike a coastal area
What is a tropical depression?
a. Wind speed of 38 mph or less
b. Circular rotation at the surface
What is a tropical storm?
a. Winds from 39-73 mph
b. Distinct rotary circulation
Wind speed for Cat 1:
74 to 96 mph
Wind speed for Cat 2:
96 to 110 mph
Wind speed for Cat 3:
110 to 130 mph
Wind speed for Cat 4:
131 - 155 mph
Wind speed for Cat 5:
156+ mph
Storm surge for Cat 1:
4 to 5 feet
10 to 30 foot waves
Storm surge for Cat 2:
6 to 8 feet
Storm surge for Cat 3:
9 to 12 feet
Storm surge for Cat 4:
13 to 18 feet
Storm surge for Cat 5:
20 or more feet
Facts about Cat 1:
a. Damage to shrubbery and trees
b. Damage to unanchored mobile homes
c. Low lying coastal roads inundated
Facts about Cat 2:
a. Gust of 140 mph
b. Major damage to unanchored mobile homes
c. Some damage to roofs, windows, doors
d. Low lying escape routes cut by rising water 2 to 4 hours prior to arrival of eye
Facts about Cat 3:
a. Gust of 160 mph
b. Mobile home destroyed
c. Structural damage to small buildings
d. Low lying escape routes cut by rising water 3 to 5 hours prior to arrival of eye
e. 5 feet or less above sea level flooded
Facts about Cat 4:
a. Gust of 175 mpg
b. Extensive damage to roofs, windows, and doors
c. Complete destruction of mobile homes
d. 10 feet or less above sea level flooded up to 6 miles
e. Massive evacuation within 500 yards of coast
Facts about Cat 5:
a. Sustained up to 200 mph
b. Shattering of glass and complete failure of roofs
c. Massive evacuation within 5 to 10 miles of coast
Where is the Fire Chief assigned during a Hurricane?
EOC
Who assumes the responsibilities of the Emergency Management Coordinator?
a. The Fire Chief
b. Works with Director of Public Safety
Where is the Deputy Chief assigned during a hurricane?
FOC
What acts as the department PIO during a hurricane?
Deputy Chief
What is the call sign for east battalion?
BC 39
What is the call sign for west battalion
BC 83
What vehicles will be used for East/West battalion?
BC Vehicle, R/Lt. vehicle, or spare BC vehicle
Where is the logistics BC assigned?
FOC
Who does the Logistics BC coordinate with to secure FD property?
Public works
Where is the Operations Division Chief assigned?
Broward EOC
The Operations Division Chief is responsible for which ESF?
4, 9, 10
Where is the EMS Division Chief assigned?
FOC
The EMS Division Chief is responsible for which ESF?
8
Who directs the operations of the Fire Rescue dispatch center?
EMS Div Chief
All communication issues
EMS Div. Chief will also ensure that the ____ is operational.
MCC
Where is the Support Services Division Chief assigned?
EOC
Where is the training division chief assigned?
FOC
Where is the FLS division chief assigned?
FOC
Where is the logistics lieutenant assigned?
FOC
Under the direction of the Logistics BC
Where is the training lieutenant assigned?
Assist EMS Div. Chief with overseeing dispatch at FOC
What is the call sign for east Rescue Lieutenant?
Lieutenant 39
What is the call sign for west Rescue Lieutenant?
Lieutenant 83
What is the Rescue Lieutenant vehicle assignment?
Ride with East/West BC as a combined unit
Where is the administrative officer assigned?
FOC
Who maintains the Hurricane Log of activities?
Administrative Officer
Who should be familiar with all sources of water supply during a hurricane?
Company Officer and D/O
A calamity such as a hurricane is an important:
moment of truth
When is hurricane season?
June 1 - November 30
When is the personal readiness plan activated?
Hurricane watch
How are apparatus placed in the bay during a Hurricane Watch when the cease activity order is issued?
a. Nose in
b. Back of truck as close to garage door as possible
Who gives the “Cease Emergency Activity” order?
FOC through BC
What is the procedure for evacuation of the Fire Station? (4)
a. Remove all PPE
b. Logbooks turned over to BC
c. Elevate documents and files
d. Apparatus, computer hardware, and supplies by direction of FOC
What is the staffing at Station 39 during a hurricane?
a. Eng: 3-4
b. Res: 2-3
c. Lt 39: 1
d. BC 39: 1
What is the staffing at Station 59 during a hurricane?
a. Eng: 3-4
b. Res: 2-3
c. Plat: 2-4
What is the staffing at Station 72 during a hurricane?
a. Eng:3-4
b. Res: 2-3
What is the staffing at Station 83 during a hurricane?
a. Eng: 3-4
b. Res: 2-3
c. Eng 183: 3-4
d. Res 183: 2-3
e. Lt 83: 1
f. BC 83: 1
What is the staffing at Station 92 during a hurricane?
a. Eng: 3-4
b. Res: 2-3
c. Eng 192: 3-4
d. Res 192: 2-3
e. Hazmat: 2
f. Dive: 2
What is the staffing at the EOC/FOC during a hurricane?
MCC: 1-3
Staff: 5-15
Dispatch: 2-4
What are the 4 stages of preparedness?
a. Hurricane Watch
b. Hurricane Warning
c. Emergency Operations
d. Recovery
What phase will personnel be arraigned to leave to secure personal effects?
Phase I - Watch and Phase II - Warning
When is the EOC activated?
Phase I - Watch
When do personnel start calling the Hurricane Hotline?
Phase I - Watch
What phase can the Fire Chief cancel leaves and Kelly days?
Phase 1 - Watch and Phase II - Warning
When are representatives sent to Broward EOC?
Phase II - Warning
When does the EOC go into operation?
Phase III - Emergency Operations
When does the FOC go into operation?
Phase III - Emergency Operations
What is the “snapshot” damage assessment method used for?
To gather general damage assessment information during a disaster
What are the focal points of the community?
Area clubhouses and fire station
What are focal points for?
Information distribution
Where are temporary field hospitals set up?
a. Fire Stations
b. PSC
c. Other location
What is the purpose of the “snapshot” assessment?
Facilitate gathering of general damage information during disaster incidents
What is the “snapshot” designed to do?
Provide quick indicator, in number form, reflecting damage to 100% of area
When is the primary “snapshot” damage assessment performed?
After it is safe to return to the field (<1hr)
What is the secondary “snapshot” assessment?
Windshield survey (>1-4hrs)
Should a hurricane warning be issued in less than _____ hours from a hurricane watch, the department will attempt to relieve on-duty personnel for a maximum of ____ hrs.
a. Less than 12 hours
b. Max of 4 hours
Should a hurricane watch precede a hurricane warning by _____ hrs or more, the department will consider all personnel who report for duty as having:
a. 12 hours
b. Completed their personal readiness activities
Personnel called in for storm coverage will report to:
PSC or other location
It is not anticipated that any new leaves will be approved once a hurricane _____ is issued.
Watch
The food plan is a guide for _____ hrs.
a. 72 hours
b. At fire stations, EOC and FOC
Where is the food plan food stored?
PSC or other location
How many eating utensils are provided in the food plan?
100 of each
How many gallons of water are provided in the food plan?
Minimum of 50 gallons
How can tap water be disinfected? (2)
a. Boiling or adding plain household bleach
b. Tap water can be used for cleaning
How much food is provided in the food plan?
Minimum of 3 days worth of pre-packaged food for 100 employees
How much water should be stored for home storage?
2 week supply
How much water should be stored per person?
14 gallons per 2 weeks
a. 7 for drinking and food prep
b. 7 for washing and brushing
What is another name for leaching of chemicals?
Dissolving
Which type of plastic is approved to use for food?
a. Polyethylene
b. including 55 gallon drums
Which type of plastic is not approved to use for food?
Vinyl plastic water beds and trash containers
Treating water for sterilizing and disinfecting: (2)
a. Treat each gallon with 16 drops of liquid bleach 4-6%
b. 1 teaspoon disinfects 5 gallons
How long is water good for if it is stored sterile?
Many years
How is statewide mutual aid requested?
a. Through Broward County Mutual Aid System
b. Or Statewide Mutual Aid Agreement for Catastrophic Disaster Response and Recovery
Outside mutual aid for Sunrise will be directed to what staging location?
PSC or other location
Outside mutual aid for Broward County will be directed to what staging location?
a. State designated staging area
b. Directed by Broward County EOC
How are outside units marked?
a. with duct tape on the windshield
b. 172, 272, etc
A list of units, personnel, and capabilities will be kept:
At each station and EOC command post
For outside mutual aid, Sunrise personnel may be assigned as:
a. Radio operators and map readers
b. Serve as guides and document the activities
How many sets of uniforms should each employee have in their personal readiness kit?
3 sets and 1 jacket
How many gallons of water should be in the personal readiness kit?
3-4 gallons
How many days of food should be in the personal readiness kit?
3-4 days
Are pets allowed in Red Cross shelters?
No
How much gasoline is required from a portable generator?
approx. 5 gallons per 8 hours
What is your most important hurricane supply?
water
Who issues the boil water order?
Public health department
How long is a boil water effect?
at least 72 hours
How can you strain water after a hurricane? (3)
a. through a paper towel
b. several layers of thick cloth
c. let settle in a container for 24 hours
Use one of the following methods to purify the water: (4)
a. Boil for 3-5 minutes
b. Add 4 water purification tablets per gallon
c. Add 12 drops of 2% tincture of iodine per gallon
d. Add 8 drops of household bleach per gallon
Water saved in clean containers will be good for ____.
2-3 weeks
Dishes can be washed in tap water if rinsed in what?
a. Extra chlorine water, 15 drops per quart
How much dry ice should be used?
50 lbs for 20 cubic foot freezer
How do you communicate your “snapshot” assessment?
a. Via radio to EOC
b. If not in repeater mode, relay to B/C
The snapshot assessment uses what type of search?
Grid search plan
The county grids are divided into ____ square miles.
1
During the primary search, the emphasis is on:
a. Saving those who survive the disaster
b. Triage is essential
Search and rescue operations use what type of search?
outward sweeping circular pattern from the station
What size is the ‘X’ for searching after a hurricane?
24” x 24”
When is follow-up marking of the structure performed?
During search and reconnaissance phase
How many emergency phones are there?
a. 9 in PSC
b. 7 in City hall
ESF 4:
Firefighting
ESF 8:
Health/Medical services
ESF 9:
Search and Rescue
ESF 10:
Hazardous Materials
