3.13 Benchmarks

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of benchmarks in BFES radio communication?

a) To confuse responding crews

b) To provide progress indicators to Command and record completion of tasks

c) To delay incident operations

d) To standardize terminology for dispatch

Answer 1

B

Question 2

What is the benchmark “360 COMPLETE” used for?

a) Indicating the completion of primary search

b) Confirming the arrival of EMS

c) Signaling the completion of the 360 assessment with relevant information for responding crews

d) Announcing the initiation of the defibrillation protocol

Answer 2

C

Question 3

When would the benchmark “EMS ARRIVED AT PATIENT” be used?

a) To indicate the arrival of PRPS crews at a medical emergency scene

b) To announce the completion of a secondary search

c) When the defibrillation protocol is initiated

d) To confirm the arrival of BFES crews at a medical emergency scene

Answer 3

A

Question 4

What does “CUT-OFFS ESTABLISHED” indicate during defensive operations?

a) That all firefighting equipment has been turned off

b) That the IAP has established containment targets to stop forward fire progression

c) The completion of a primary search

d) That a firefighter has been located

Answer 4

B

Question 5

What does “LOSS STOPPED” signify in the context of benchmarks?

a) The completion of a secondary search

b) The firefighter’s location

c) That any further damage to the building or its contents has ended

d) The successful deployment of the RIT

Answer 5

C