26-02 Heat stress & Firefighter Relief At Emergencies Flashcards
What is the primary purpose of the provided information?
a. To increase awareness about fire emergencies
b. To highlight the importance of hydration
c. To reduce the risks associated with heat stress and heat exhaustion on Firefighters
d. To discuss the role of Incident Commanders in emergencies
C
Who are considered high-risk groups for heat stress among Firefighters?
a. Individuals who exercise regularly
b. Firefighters with underlying diseases
c. Those with high cardio-vascular efficiency
d. Firefighters who are younger in age
B
What signs and symptoms may indicate heat exhaustion in Firefighters?
a. Low core temperatures and slow pulse
b. Warm and dry skin with rapid respirations
c. Blurred vision, headaches, and loss of consciousness
d. Muscle strength and increased appetite
C
According to the guideline, where should a rest area be set up during emergencies requiring one?
a. Anywhere within the immediate scene for quick access
b. In a cool, quiet area if inside, or a shaded area if outside and protected from the elements
c. Close to the incident’s focal point for better coordination
d. Only inside a designated medical triage area
B
What action should the Incident Commander take in emergencies related to heat stress?
a. Call for additional firefighters
b. Request Paramedics to the scene
c. Delegate responsibilities to the nearest firefighter
d. Organize a rest area without delay
B
What vital signs should be monitored by assigned personnel in the rest area according to the provided information?
a. Blood Pressure (BP), Temperature, and Heart Rate
b. Blood Pressure (BP), Pulse, and Respirations
c. Temperature, Pulse, and Respirations
d. Heart Rate, Temperature, and Respirations
B
When should vital signs be checked again after the initial monitoring in the rest area?
a. After 10 minutes
b. After 15 minutes
c. After 5 minutes
d. After 20 minutes
C
What is the general rule of thumb for rest time in the rest area according to the guideline?
a. Rest time should exceed exertion time
b. Rest time equals exertion time
c. Rest time is half of the exertion time
d. Rest time is double the exertion time
B
When should personnel rest according to the provided information?
a. After one sixty-minute bottle
b. After forty-five minutes of hard continuous work or in high ambient temperatures
c. After both a and b
d. Only when experiencing signs of heat stress
C
What action should personnel take if they experience signs and symptoms of heat stress, regardless of time?
a. Ignore it and continue working
b. Inform their officer and report to the rest area
c. Take a break and rest for a few minutes
d. Report it to the Incident Commander immediately
B
When should personnel working in a specialty suit (Hazmat Fully Encapsulated) report to the rest area?
a. Only if they experience signs of heat stress
b. Automatically after being decontaminated
c. After receiving permission from the Incident Commander
d. Whenever they feel fatigued
B
What responsibility do Officers have according to the guideline?
a. Ensure personnel are always working at maximum capacity
b. Govern themselves accordingly based on the conditions their crews are working under
c. Take over monitoring vital signs in the rest area
d. Report any signs of heat stress directly to the Incident Commander
B
