(2) TB 104- USAR Flashcards
The normal acceptable span of control within the ICS is from ___ to ____, with how many being ideal?
•3 to 7
•5 ideal
The ____ Group will be utilized in US&R incidents where patient/victim location is not clearly identified
Search group
USAR:
The ________ will be responsible for the COMPLETION of the “PERMIT ENTRY” Confined Space Entry Permit when required. Only members trained to the Confined Space Rescue Operations level may sign the entry permit.
Rescue group supervisor
The ______ Team shall establish and maintain perimeter control lines around the operational area and consult with the Rescue Group Supervisor regarding who will be allowed access.
Perimeter Control Team
True or False?
A company from a non-US&R resource can be utilized as the Perimeter Control Team.
True.
USAR:
The ______ will ESTABLISH necessary hazard CONTROL MEASURES in the operational area as provided for by the Incident Commander in the operational plan
Rescue Team Leader
USAR:
The Rescue Group Supervisor position will normally be filled by the captain I or II of a US&R Task Force?
Capt II Task Force Commander
The Rescue Group Supervisor may be relieved by a higher-ranking member.
USAR:
The _______ position will normally be filled by the engine Captain of a US&R Task Force.
Rescue Team Leader
The Rescue Team Leader may be relieved by a higher-ranking member. This person must be trained to the Confined Space Rescue Operations Level for “permit required” confined space rescues (OSHA).
USAR:
The _____ is responsible for DIRECT CONTROL of the ENTRY PORTAL. This member will maintain communications with the rescue team(s) and operates at the entry to the rescue site.
Attendant
This person must be trained to the Confined Space Rescue Operations Level for “permit required” confined space rescues (OSHA).
USAR:
The _____ is responsible for determination of atmospheric conditions relative to oxygen content, combustibility, and presence of toxics.
Atmospheric Monitor
This person(s) must be trained to the Confined Space Rescue Operations Level for “permit required” confined space rescues (OSHA).
USAR:
The Captain I assigned to US&R 88 will normally fill the position of _________ Leader.
Technical Support Team Leader
The Technical Support Team Leader supervises:
-technical safety officer
-rigging crew
-cutting crew
-breathing air
-ventilation
USAR:
True or False?
Non-US&R resources may staff certain components of the Technical Support Team
True, under the direction of the Technical Support Team Leader and/or the Technical Safety Officer (TSO)
-rigging crew
-cutting crew
-ventilation
USAR:
The AO assigned to USAR 88 will normally fill the role of _______ Officer.
Technical Safety Officer
(The Technical Safety Officer (TSO) assigned to the Technical Support Team will be responsible for overseeing all operations in the operational area in regards to technical systems and safety.)
USAR:
The ____ Crew will support the rope rescue aspects of the USAR incident. They initially set up anchors and haul systems and then staff haul lines for use in retrieving rescuers or patients.
Rigging Crew
USAR:
The ____ Crew will support shoring aspects of a US&R incident.
The Cutting Crew
USAR:
Supplied Air Respirators used by Rescue Team member(s) involve a separate air supply manifold, which is maintained by the _____ outside of the confined space.
Breathing Air Monitor
The Breathing Air Monitor will document air use by Rescue Team members as directed by the Technical Support Team Leader.
USAR: True or False?
In EMERGENCY situations, Confined spaces can be ventilated with gasoline powered blowers.
False, The rapid buildup of carbon monoxide has been proven to exceed safe levels for victims and rescuers
Urban Search and Rescue 88 (UR 88) is currently staffed by who?
Capt I and AO
USAR:
Provide edge protection for trenches, excavations or below grade confined spaces. Use 2” X __” or 2” X __” lumber when available.
PLYWOOD can hide fissures in surface
2x8 or 2x10
Statistics show that nearly ___% of all confined space deaths are potential rescuers associated with secondary entries.
60%
USAR:
A Confined Space is defined as:
•An area large enough and so configured that an employee can bodily ENTER and PERFORM assigned work.
•Has limited or restricted means for rescue or exit. This would include tanks, vessels, storage bins, hoppers, vaults or pits.
•Is not designed for continuous employee occupancy. Examples include sewers, shipholds, manholes, industrial spaces, storm drains, ovens, or furnaces.
USAR:
A PERMIT Required Confined Space meets the criteria of a confined space and has one or more of what characteristics?
•Contains a material that has the potential for engulfing a rescuer.
•Has an internal configuration such that a rescuer could be trapped or asphyxiated by inwardly converging walls or by a floor, which slopes downward and tapers to a small cross section.
•Contains any other recognized serious safety or health hazard.
USAR True or False?
All spaces shall be considered “permit required” confined spaces until a pre-rescue check demonstrates otherwise.
True
USAR:
The on scene assessment of a confined space rescue is divided into what three areas?
•Hazard Identification
•Hazard Control
•Incident Documentation
USAR Confined Space:
Atmospheric hazards in a confined space refers to any atmosphere which may expose workers to flammable gas, vapor, or mist in excess of ___% of its Lower Explosive Limit
10%
USAR Confined Space:
Atmospheric hazards in a confined space refers to any atmosphere which may expose workers to COMBUSTIBLE dust at or exceeding its LEL (approximately ____ feet of visibility)
5 ft
USAR Confined Space:
Atmospheric hazards in a confined space refers to any atmosphere which may expose workers to atmospheric oxygen concentration less than ___% or greater than ___%
•19.5%
•23.5%
USAR Confined Space:
The primary control method for atmospheric hazards is _____
Ventilation
USAR Confined Space:
Heavier than air gases, such as hydrogen sulfide, are found at low points. Positive pressure ventilation is ____ (effective/ineffective?) in removing such gases.
Ineffective, Negative pressure targeted at gas pockets using fan ducting is more effective
USAR Confined Space:
_____ is a system to provide a positive locking out or disabling of hazardous energy sources, as well as posting visual warnings or identification of actions taken. This system involves placement of individual padlocks on mechanical equipment with a key kept solely by the locking person; or the placement of personnel at control points to assure no accidental re-powering of equipment.
Lockout-Tagout
USAR:
For confined spaces, the ____ line is a rescue line that is attached to the upper back midpoint of the confined space harness to facilitate the emergency removal of an incapacitated rescuer.
Retrieval Line
USAR Confined Space:
The two main categories of respiratory protection are Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus(SCBA), and _____
Supplied Air Respirators (SAR)
USAR Confined Space:
Supplied Air Respirators involve a separate air supply manifold, which is maintained by a Breathing Air Supply Monitor outside of the confined space. The rescuer is connected by air hose, up to a maximum of ___ feet in length, to the air manifold.
300 ft
USAR Confined Space:
All USAR rescuers using supplied air shall wear an escape bottle, that shall normally be ___ minutes of additional air to be used for emergency exit involving rescuers only
10 min
USAR:
In a confined space rescue, the highest level of protection that is worn for rescue operations is Level ___
B
USAR:
A copy of the Confined Space Rescue Entry permits shall be forwarded to the Department Safety Officer and retained for ___ years from the date of the incident.
5
What are the seven types of technical rescue incidents?
• Structural collapse
• Rope rescue
• Confined space operations
• Vehicle and machinery extrication
• Water rescue
• Wilderness search and rescue
• Trench and excavation rescue
(US&R can be described as the operations, and/or procedures required to rapidly and safely locate and remove TRAPPED VICTIMS from the specified incident types.)
What positions under the Technical Support Team can use non-certified USAR members if needed?
-Rigging Crew
-Cutting Crew
-Ventilation
(These members will be supervised by the Technical Support Team Leader and/or the Technical Safety Officer)
The National Fire Protection Association Standard _____ - Standard on Operations and Training for Technical Rescue Incidents, identifies and establishes levels of functional capability for safely and effectively conducting operations at technical rescue incidents.
1670
Rescue Team Leader (normally CI) is responsible for:
-Execution of all rescue, shoring, extrication, patient packaging and removal operations.
-Ensure that a team member monitors the rescue environment atmosphere prior to and during rescues as required.
-Establish escape routes and safety zones
-Ensure entry times of rescuers working in hazardous environments are tracked and documented and provide timely relief on an incident specific basis.
Urban Search and Rescue incidents, are also commonly referred to as “________” incidents
Technical Rescue
As a guideline for USAR incidents, the first arriving unit on-scene should consider:
-Spotting apparatus as to not cause a vibration hazard, leaving room to spot additional specialized companies.
-Establish control of the incident area and restrict entry to Fire Department personnel and civilians alike. Eliminate unnecessary vibrations and noise in immediate area.
-Establish an incident management system utilizing the ICS.
-Identify the problem, number of victims and any special hazards. Taking into account patient status, determine initial tactics evaluating risk vs. gain. All safety precautions must be adhered to whether the patient is alive or dead.
-Gather information relative to the cause of collapse and the reason or purpose for original entry by civilians.
-Give a comprehensive size-up and request appropriate resources.
-Evaluate actions being taken and restrict efforts by civilian volunteers if the area, is unsafe or if they are interfering with Fire Department operations.
-Deploy resources and take actions commensurate with a company’s capability to deal with a US&R incident.
-Provide edge protection for trenches, excavations or below grade confined spaces. Use 2 X 8 or 2 X 10 lumber when available. Plywood can hide fissures in surface.
-Provide belay for members working in the immediate area of trenches, excavations or confined spaces where fall hazards are present.
-Maintain company discipline and self-control.
-Beware of “Almost have the victim” syndrome. Technical rescues are generally time intensive incidents requiring coordinated efforts and revolving relief for rescuers.
A size-up for a US&R incident should include:
-Unit designation
-Address or location of the incident
-Type of US&R incident encountered
-Number of victims (if known)
-Special hazards present
-Additional resource requests
(When considering additional resources, long, complex US&R incidents are staffing intensive and may require more than one US&R Task Force. Additional US&R Task Forces shall be considered for relief and additional technical support.)
The following considerations will determine PPE levels on USAR incidents:
• The type of confined space (Product hazard present, container shape)
• Time or length of rescue
• Atmospheric conditions
• Environmental hazards
The purpose of a tag line in confined space rescue is to ___________.
use as a reference of the furthest point entered.
The most critical area impacting firefighter/rescuer safety is that of _________.
rescue site hazard identification.
(This information is normally available through plant managers or safety engineers and will be found in the form of site records, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), and on file “Confined Space Rescue Entry Permits”.)
