(2) TB 113- Alameda Corridor Flashcards
Alameda Corridor:
Botz Dots are located along the corridor to identify access gates (ladders) and standpipe systems.
How many Botz Dots will be located at each access gate to identify a retractable ladder? What color are the Botz dots?
2 green Botz dots
Alameda Corridor:
Botz Dots are located along the corridor to identify access gates (ladders) and standpipe systems.
How many Botz Dot will be located at each standpipe connection? What color will they be?
1 green Botz dot
Alameda Corridor:
Retractable ladders are located along the mid corridor trench, one every ___ feet.
1,000 ft
Alameda Corridor:
Retractable ladders are located along the mid corridor trench, ladders can be deployed from the top OR the bottom.
It takes approximately ___ to ___ minutes to lower a ladder.
1 to 1 1/2”
Alameda Corridor:
If a Retractable Ladder (Rest Position) along the mid corridor trench is lowered, it will trigger an alarm to a Dispatch Operator at the Alameda Corridor Dispatch Center who will direct all trains to slow to ___ mph.
10mph
Alameda Corridor:
Emergency Telephones are found where along the mid corridor trench?
Above and below the retractable ladders
Alameda Corridor:
Dry standpipes are located every ____ ft along the corridor. The standpipe system _____ (is/is not?) a looped system.
•500’
•is not a looped system (Each standpipe services only that location.)
Alameda Corridor:
The east track is identified as Track #___ and the center track is identified at Track #___
•1
•2
Alameda Corridor:
When there is a hazardous materials spill, consideration should be given to installing the _____ in the water channels that run along both sides of the corridor. Pump stations are also required to be shut down
Metal dikes
Alameda Corridor:
In the initial stages of an incident below grade within the Alameda Corridor involving a fire, spill, or derailment, the Incident Commander shall establish a _____ PRIOR to deploying resources into the trench
RIC team
Alameda corridor incident:
Consideration should be given to placing companies ___ to ___ miles away on both sides of the incident to act as scouts to warn the Incident Commander of oncoming trains.
1 1/2 to 2 miles
Alameda Corridor:
Trains can take over how long to stop?
1 mile
Alameda Corridor:
Alameda Corridor maps have the symbol “_____” to indicate an EMERGENCY LADDER at that location
“EL” within a DIAMOND shape box
Alameda Corridor:
Alameda Corridor maps have the symbol “_______” to indicate a DRY STANDPIPE at that location
“DS” within a CIRCLE shape
Alameda Corridor:
Alameda Corridor maps have the symbol “______” to indicate a DRAIN CUT-OFF (dike) at that location
“DC” within a SQUARE shape
Alameda Corridor:
Alameda Corridor maps have the symbol “_______” to indicate an EMERGENCY TELEPHONE at that location.
“T” within a TRIANGLE shape
Alameda Corridor:
Alameda Corridor maps have a symbol “O” to indicate a ______
Bridge OVER the trench
Alameda Corridor:
There are how many access points (ladders) that lead into the corridor from the street level.
NOTE: Wherever there is a gate, an access point will exist.
46
How deep and wide is the mid-corridor trench?
33’ deep and 51’ wide
The average train speed in the alameda corridor is ____ mph
40
True or False?
Incidents involving a hazardous spill require the pumps located within the corridor to be shut down immediately.
True
There are two pump stations with intrinsically safe pumps located within the corridor.
Alameda Corridor:
Each Division, Battalion, and fire company will be issued a Knox Box Key to access the Alameda Corridor. Each key can be identified by the engraved inscription “____”
“ACTA”
Informational signs are posted at each:
-Access point (adjacent to the emergency ladder)
-Below each ladder on both sides of the corridor
-Dry standpipe locations
-On struts spanning the Corridor at cross streets.
What information is posted on these signs?
-Street names
-Milepost locations
-ladder numbers
(This info should be provided to the Alameda Corridor Dispatch Operator)
Upon receipt of a dispatch to an incident involving the Alameda Corridor, first responders should:
-Determine the type of incident (fire, haz-mat, EMS, derailment, etc)
-Confirm location and resources assigned (including other jurisdictions)
-Determine a safe response route based upon dispatch and on-scene information
The first on scene OFFICER in charge should contact the Alameda Corridor Dispatch Operator utilizing the EMERGENCY PHONE to obtain additional information regarding the incident.
Be prepared to confirm the following info with the operator:
-nature of the incident
-your company ID
-cross street name
-mile post number
-ladder number where you are operating
(The operator will, in turn, be able to provide the first responder with manifest information, train destination, rail car identification and problem, shut down the corridor to additional rail traffic; and be a point of contact with the rail industry.)
When the incident involves a medical emergency, consideration should be given to utilizing a ________ to remove the patient.
litter basket in conjunction with an aerial ladder
Prior to entering the corridor, first responders should
insure that all rail traffic has been stopped and that there is an actual need for them to go into the corridor.
Dispatch into the Alameda Corridor:
Medical Emergencies — “A” Assignment and RA
Hazmat/Derailment — Hazmat response including USAR TF and HR
Fire — “B” assignment
Others — “A” assignment and RA
Due to the Alameda Corridor being the dividing line between the City of Los Angeles and Vernon, both agencies will be notified by the Alameda Corridor Dispatcher of any incident within the corridor.
Both agencies have agreed to establish a ______ Command as appropriate for any incident within the corridor.
Unified Command
