4.1 Procedures and Responsibilities in Emergency Operations Flashcards
Who typically acts as the initial Entry Control Person (ECP) at an emergency incident?
a) Incident Commander (IC)
b) Driver of the first arriving apparatus
c) Driver of the third arriving apparatus
d) Accountability Officer
C - 3rd arriving driver is typically ECP but it can start off as the first arriving driver
When is the dedicated ECP position transferred to the driver of the third arriving apparatus?
a) After the completion of the Primary All Clear
b) When the IC orders a Personnel Accountability Report (PAR)
c) Upon arrival at the emergency scene
d) When the driver of the first arriving apparatus is unable to fulfill the duties
C
What does the Entry Control Person (ECP) do during a safety check at the Entry Control Point?
a) Check for expired passports
b) Collect the PIT from every person passing through
c) Conduct a visual inspection of the apparatus
d) Record the weather conditions
B
When is a Partial Personnel Accountability Report (PAR) typically performed?
a) After the Primary All Clear
b) When the Entry Control Person (ECP) is unavailable
c) During emergency traffic communications
d) When specifically requested by the IC
D
What events may trigger the Incident Commander (IC) to order a PAR (full or partial)?
a) Building collapse
b) Primary All Clear on all levels
c) Rapid fire extension
d) All of the above
D
When is a Running PAR announced?
a) Before entering a hot zone
b) After an Urgent Message communication
c) During a change or completion of task
d) When initiating a Mayday call
C
What is the requirement for personnel working in a controlled area?
a) They must work alone for safety reasons
b) They should maintain radio silence
c) They should ensure their PITs are grouped together
d) They must report directly to the Incident Commander
C
