200s Staging, Apparatus Placement, Driving Flashcards
When is level 1 staging implemented?
Incidents involving 3 or more companies
How is level 1 staging implemented for Fire EMS Hazmat incidents?
1: First Engine company goes directly to the scene and initiate operations
2: First Ladder goes directly to the scene announce approach so command can commit them
3: First RIC company stage on scene to maximize options and prepare for RIC operations
4: First Chief goes directly to scene and set up in a command location
5: Rest of units stage in the direction of travel uncommitted approximately 1 block away
6: On meds first ALS unit and Rescue also go to the scene
7: Stay off air until orders received
8: If command forgot about you re announce staged
9: Advise command of anything critical you see
When should we call for level 2 staging?
On first alarm or higher, ask for level 2 before units are en route
Who assumes staging?
If command hasnt designated a unit then the first engine on scene will assume sector officer responsibilities and announce on the assigned staging channel. This should not be a Ladder Company
Who does staging report to?
1: Command
2: Or Logistics if established
What are the staging officers responsibilities?
1: Locate adequate area that can support additional alarms
2: Transmit location and routing to command and alarm
3: Coordinate with PD to block streets required for traffic
4: Ensure all trucks parked in a manner for quick exit
5: Maintain a log of companies and their capabilities
6: Maintain crews in a ready state
7: Provide progress reports to comman
8: Be outside with vest so identifiable, only the staging officers truck should have emergency lights on
9: Assign companies to proceed to incident on request of command
Where will staging direct units once they have received a request?
1: To the scene to report to command
2: If requested by command Staging can send units directly to a sector, staging will then advise command what unit they will be sending, command then advises that sector
How should staging position apparatus?
1: Group unit types together (Engine Ladder etc)
2: Provide for easy access in and out
On large incidents where only manpower is needed how can staging send units to the scene?
Set up a “taxi” service to deliver personnel
Apparatus placement should be a reflection of what?
1: SOPs
2: Tactical objectives and priorities
3: Staging procedures
4: Direct order from command
5: Conscious decision based on conditions
What are the two classifications of apparatus on the fireground?
1: Apparatus Working
2: Apparatus parked
How should parked apparatus be positioned?
1: Out of the way
2: Left in staging (level 1 or 2)
3: Maintain an access down the center of street
The fire truck is an expensive exposure, what should be considered when spotting apparatus?
1: Location and destination of fire (pessimistic)
2: Heat
3: Building failure
4: At least 30 feet away (even if nothing showing)
5: Can they be repositioned easily? (avoid one way in one way out)
6: Power line
Which hydrants should be utilized first?
1: Those closest to the fire
2: Secondary hydrant should be used after the key pumper has reach t limit (Lines clog streets, Crossover near the truck
How should ladders be placed?
1: In a position that provides for aerial rescue or access
OR
2: In a defensive position
How should command be positioned?
1: Allow maximum visibility of structure
2: Not restrict movement of other units
How should Rambos be placed?
1: Away from the scene in the direction of travel to the exit
2: Not blocking other apparatus
How should staff vehicles be place?
In Level 2 staging unless they have a predetermined responsibility
How should we park apparatus when working in traffic?
Manner that bests protects personnel form traffic and hazards
What should you do with headlights at the scene at night?
Turn them off, they tend to blind civilian driver
What safety benchmarks can protect your crew in regards to traffic?
1: Never trust traffic (look before step)
2: Protective parking
3: Wear vests
4: Reduce driver vision impairment
5: Use cones/flares
6: Park 45 degree angle far enough away that the truck can’t be knocked into work area
7: Block all sides if at intersection (most critical first)
8: If hose needed put pump panel in safe area
9: Daytime leave all emergency lights on
10: Try to use flashers only if possible
11: Exit on curb side
12: Once scene blocked place other apparatus off street if possible
13: Ambo should be placed downstream
14: Ask for PD assistance with traffic
15: Unify with PD (DPS)
What is DPS’s priority on the freeway?
Keep traffic moving
Where should vehicles be Parked on the freeway?
Downstream
Where do Rambos stage for the freeway?
Off the freeway
How far away should cones be on the freeway?
150 feet
