22-01 LAFD Apparatus Backing Policy Flashcards
Vast majority backing accidents involve what 3 things
- lack of good visibility
- Poor judgment (excessive speed)
- breakdown of communication
Who will be responsible for ALL vehicles assigned to their command and ensure compliance of this policy during backing operations
Company Officer
Who is responsible for the SAFE operation of the vehicle at all times
Driver/operator
Is any member permitted to ride tailboard, running board, or any exposed area of an apparatus when the vehicle is in motion
No member shall
no member shall enter apparatus path of travel or hazard zone. what are they?
15’ to the rear
3’ to the sides
Before backing apparatus, what shall a safety spotter do
survey rear of apparatus and path of travel by walking around apparatus to assure path is clear and no obstructions
what is the department universal stop sign
both arms fully extended
open palms facing the driver
yelling “Stop”
Safety spotters shall be utilized on
narrow streets and hillside homes
Minimum PPE with backing operations
- High Visibility Vest
- Helmet
When shall the diesel exhaust capture not be connected
while apparatus is in motion
connected at a complete stop and maxis shall be applied
how many safety spotters minimum for rehousing or backing operations
one
how shall apparatus always be backed
slow controlled manner
If an alarm is received while backing an apparatus into quarters, continue backing the apparatus off of the street, out of the flow of traffic, and start the new response from quarters.
reference
what is maximum speed for backing heavy/light apparatus
idle speed w/ foot covering brake pedal
during nighttime backing, what shall be used
flashlight for additional safety and identification purposes
