5-2: GFE Equipment Flashcards
What are the different types of equipment used by the GFEP?
BW Ultra Multi Gas Detector, Draeger Accuro Gas Detector Pump
What is the purpose of the BW Ultra?
Tests for O2, LEL, H2S, and CO
What are the four alarms set points of the BW Ultra?
19.5% < O2 < 23.5%
10% < LEL < 20%
What is the purpose of the BW Ultra PID?
How does the Accuro draw in and measure gas volume?
via an inserted detector tube
What are the components of the detector tube
Precleaning layer and indicating layer
Who determines which GFE PPE is required for GFE evolution?
The GFE
How do toxic materials enter the body?
Ingestion, Inhalation, Absorption
What are the two basic types of respirators?
Air Purifying and Air Supplying
What is the purpose of SAR/SCBA?
Provides air to personnel accessing spaces presumed to contain hazardous atmospheres
How does air-purifying respirators remove air contaminants?
By filtering or absorption
What are the requirements for entry into confined spaces?
Gas free certificate, breathing protection
Why is the crossover style full body harness used when entering a tank or void?
Emergency air when needing to escape
What is the initial purpose of the Firefighting Extraction System (FES)?
extract firefighters from emergency escape trunks
What determines what type of stretcher will be used?
time required to move individual, the victim’s injuries, the supply air to the victim from respiratory equipment being used
