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5039 - Respiratory Protection Flashcards

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Who shall be responsible for ensuring that all training, practice, testing and record keeping related to respiratory equipment is conducted in accordance with the guidelines set forth in this document.

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The Deputy Chief of Training and Technology and/or his/her designee

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Who shall be responsible for ensuring that the medical status of all respirator users is reviewed annually.

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Assistant Chief of Emergency Medical Services

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Who shall be responsible for:

  1. Administering the TFD Respiratory Protection Program in accordance with the guidelines set forth in this document
  2. Maintaining and updating this policy in accordance with guidelines set forth in this document
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The Administrative Battalion Chief for Safety

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Who shall be responsible for ensuring that TFD personnel at each incident:

  1. Use proper respiratory protection
  2. Follow respiratory protection policies and procedures
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All TFD Incident Commanders

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Who shall be responsible for ensuring on-scene personnel wear appropriate respiratory protection equipment in accordance with the guidelines set forth in this document

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TFD Incident Safety Officers

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Who shall be responsible for ensuring that crew members:

  1. Use respiratory equipment that is appropriate for the hazard(s) encountered
  2. Perform and document daily inspections and donning of respiratory equipment in accordance with the guidelines set forth in this document
  3. Maintain proficiency in SCBA use
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All TFD Company Officers

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Who shall be responsible for:

  1. Ensuring that all fit testing is performed in accordance with the guidelines set forth in this document
  2. Repairing, replacing and/or maintaining all respiratory protection equipment in accordance with the guidelines set forth in this document
  3. Maintaining records of all TFD employee fit testing and respiratory protection equipment repairs, replacement and maintenance
A

The Station 17 Captain

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Who shall be responsible for testing, maintaining and repairing air compressor equipment in accordance with the guidelines set forth in this document.

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TFD Fire Garage personnel

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What is Grade D breathing air?

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Air for SCBA cylinders that meets the following minimum requirements:
• Water vapor level of 24 ppm or less
• 19.5-23.5% oxygen
• Condensed hydrocarbon of no more than 5 mg per cubic meter of air
• CO content of no more than 10 ppm
• CO2 level of no more than 1,000 ppm

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Define Oxygen deficient.

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An atmosphere that:
• Contains less than 19.5% oxygen by volume OR
• Has a partial pressure of 148 millimeters of mercury or less

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What is PHI?

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Protected Health Information includes any health-related information that is:
• Individually identifiable or demographic in nature OR
• Regarding past, present or future physical or mental health OR
• Regarding provision of or payment for care to an individual OR
• Created or received by a health care provider, health plan, public health authority, employer, life insurer, school or university, or health clearinghouse OR
• Maintained or transmitted in any form or medium

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Why does The Tacoma Fire Department (TFD) have in place a written respiratory protection policy?

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It is state law. To be in accordance with WAC 296-305 and WAC 296-842.

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TFD personnel shall be permitted to function in a hazardous atmosphere only if s/he has:

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a. SCBA with a properly fitted

b. Inspected all components of the respirator to ensure it is in proper working condition

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TFD personnel shall not be assigned to duties where respiratory protection is required until s/he has:

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a. Received respiratory protection training
b. Obtained medical approval
c. Undergone applicable fit testing in accordance with the guidelines set forth in this document

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TFD personnel shall wear SCBA when operating in:

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a. A known contaminated atmosphere
b. An atmosphere that is known to be oxygen deficient
c. An atmosphere suspected of being contaminated or oxygen deficient
d. An atmosphere that rapidly may become hazardous or contaminated
e. Structure fire overhaul operations
f. An atmosphere where asbestos fibers may be present

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TFD personnel shall wear an N95 mask when transporting an unmasked medical patient with suspected or confirmed infectious tuberculosis in an enclosed vehicle.
True or false?

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True.

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Who shall ensure that the medical status of TFD personnel using respiratory protection equipment is reviewed in a timely manner and in accordance with the guidelines set forth in this document.

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The Assistant Chief of Emergency Medical Services

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Who shall:

a. Administer the department’s Respiratory Protection Program in accordance with all applicable federal and state guidelines
b. Perform an annual appraisal of program effectiveness
c. Develop recommendations for needed corrections and/or improvement to the program
d. Submit to the Fire Chief written findings from the annual appraisal that include recommendations for improvement

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The TFD Safety Officer

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Who shall verify that personnel under his/her supervision:

a. Perform daily SCBA inspections
b. Properly document SCBA inspections on FIR 2530-0019
c. Maintain proficiency in SCBA use

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TFD Company Officers

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Who shall:

a. Ensure that fit testing is performed in compliance with WAC 296- 842
b. Ensure that all repairs, maintenance and replacement of respiratory protection equipment are completed in a timely manner and in accordance with the guidelines set forth in this document
c. Maintain records of all TFD employee fit testing and respiratory protection equipment repairs, maintenance and replacement
d. Schedule and verify completion of required hydro testing of TFD compressed air cylinders

A

The TFD Station 17 Captain

21
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All new TFD personnel who will use respirators shall be:

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a. Fit tested prior to initial training on SCBA

b. Proficient in SCBA use prior to entering a hazardous atmosphere

22
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Fit testing shall be repeated:

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a. At least every 12 months OR
b. Whenever the employee changes the type of respirator or facepiece that s/he uses OR
c. Whenever the employee has significant physical changes, including but not limited to—
i. Weight change of 10% or more
ii. Scarring to the facial area
iii. Dental changes
iv. Cosmetic surgery

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Fit test records shall include written guidelines for the respirator fit test program including:

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a. Pass/fail criteria
b. Manufacture, model and size of respirator tested
c. Type of fit test
d. Instrumentation or equipment used for fit test
e. Name of the person tested
f. Name or identification number of the test operator
g. Date of test
h. Test results

24
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TFD personnel shall use only ______________ SCBA or __________________with escape bottles in IDLH (immediately dangerous to life or health) atmospheres. a. Service capacity of the SCBA must exceed _________ and not more than _________of that air supply can be used for entry
b. The SAR air line must be________ prior to entry into IDLH atmospheres

A 
positive pressure
air line respirators (also known as Supplied Air Respirators or SAR) 
15 minutes
20% 
connected
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TFD personnel shall use SCBA when:

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a. Operating in an atmosphere that—
i. Is contaminated
ii. May become contaminated suddenly
iii. Is oxygen deficient
iv. Is suspected of being contaminated or oxygen deficient
b. Operating in the following areas—
i. An active fire area
ii. Directly above an active fire area
iii. A potential explosion or fire area, including gas leaks and fuel spills
iv. Where products of combustion are visible in the atmosphere including while extinguishing vehicle and dumpster fires
v. Where invisible contaminants (i.e.; carbon monoxide) are suspected to be present
vi. Where toxic products are present or suspected of being present and/or may be released without warning
i. Any confined space that has not been tested and monitored to establish respiratory safety
ii. Where overhaul operations are taking place

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When operating in areas where asbestos fibers may be present, TFD personnel shall:

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a. Wear SCBA
b. Avoid creating dust when handling these materials which may include insulation, floor tiles, wall and roof shingles, taping compounds and/or adhesives
c. Keep potential asbestos material wet to minimize dust when cutting with a saw
d. Decontaminate in accordance with TFD Policy 4004

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When operating in cold weather, TFD personnel shall:

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a. Store the mask mounted regulator (MMR) in the STANDBY belt mount
b. Use the neckstrap to keep the facepiece upside down and prevent water from entering the MMR
c. Prevent moisture and/or contamination from entering the system when changing cylinders
d. Ensure the shut off button, bypass valve and release tabs are ice free and operational prior to entering a hazardous atmosphere
e. Periodically check the bypass valve to ensure it remains ice free

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A firefighter must have the following minimum pressure to function as a donor:

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a. 1000 psi in a 2216 rated cylinder

b. 2000 psi in a 4500 rated cylinder

29
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It is safe and permissible to transfill from a high pressure bottle to a low pressure bottle as they have identical quick fill fittings equipped with a pressure relief valve to prevent over pressurization.
True or false?

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True

30
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The donor shall not attempt transfill if his/her low air alarm is ringing.
True or false?

A

True
If the donor’s low air alarm begins ringing during the transfill, s/he shall immediately disconnect to preserve his/her own air supply and summon additional help.

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The donor shall immediately notify ______ of a situation that requires use of EEBSS, the location and who is involved.

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the IC

32
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When notified of the need to use EEBSS, the Incident Commander (IC) shall:

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deploy the Rapid Intervention Crew (RIC) and/or other appropriate resources to provide assistance with air supply and rescue in accordance with TFD Policies 2018 and 2022.

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When the transfill is complete, the donor and receiver shall immediately:

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attempt to egress the hazardous atmosphere while keeping the IC apprised of their condition, location, and progress.

34
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Who shall perform air quality tests on compressors and cascade systems at least quarterly AND:

a. Whenever there are major changes or repairs made to a compressor OR
b. Any time there is reason to believe there may be a problem with breathing air quality

A

TFD Fire Garage personnel

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If there is any doubt about the atmosphere being contaminated, TFD personnel shall:

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wear respiratory protection equipment until the IC has given approval for removal.

36
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For SCBA inspections TFD personnel shall:

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a. Inspect his/her SCBA daily and after each use to include donning the SCBA with helmet and turnout coat to test for proper orientation of the SCBA unit
b. Inspect his/her PASS device for proper function and operation as follows—
i. Prior to use when s/he reports for duty
ii. At each shift change when the SCBA daily inspection is conducted
iii. Whenever a replacement device is issued
iv. After each use
v. When moved to a new position during a shift
c. Document the results of both inspections on FIR 2530-0019 d. Advise his/her Company Officer of any faulty equipment

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For inspections, TFD personnel who are issued individual SCBA (e.g., administrative and fire prevention personnel) shall:

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a. Inspect his/her SCBA weekly and after each use
b. Document the results of the inspection on FIR 2530-0020
c. Contact Station 17 personnel to perform any needed repairs

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TFD Training Division personnel shall provide training on all department provided respiratory equipment that includes the following:

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a. Situations that require use of respiratory protection equipment b. Managing air supply when using SCBA
c. Procedures for donning and doffing respirators
d. Checking for proper respirator function
e. Recognizing potential hazards
f. Knowledge of respirator components
g. Knowledge of limitations and safety features of SCBA
h. Inspection and cleaning of SCBA
i. Emergency procedures for situations of respiratory protection equipment failure

39
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Every day and after each use, inspect your respiratory protection equipment as follows:

A 
Check SCBA Components
     High Pressure Hose
     Facepiece
     Carrier and Harness
     Cylinder and Gauges
     Audible Alarm
     Regulator
Don your SCBA
     Put on Air Pack
     Check systems
     Don your facepiece
     Check facepiece fit
     Insert the regulator
     Check PASS for proper operation
Doff your SCBA
     Check the PASS
     Close the cylinder valve completely 
     Open the bypass valve to release pressure 
     Turn off the PASS by pressing the RESET button two times within one second 
          i. Listen for three beeps and look for the lights to stop flashing to indicate the unit is off
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PROCEDURE FOR TESTING THE REDUNDANT ALARM/PRESSURE GAUGE

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TFD Personnel

  1. Test the alarm by pressing the switch three times in rapid succession.
    a. The alarm should enter test mode and then verify functioning of audible and visual alarm indicators as well as battery voltage
  2. Don SCBA in accordance with the guidelines set forth in this document and pressurize the system.
  3. As the pressure rises, note activation of audible and visible alarms to indicate the alarm is functional.
    a. When the system is fully pressurized the alarms enters Monitor Mode
  4. Press and hold in the alarm switch for at least one second to ensure the Manual Illumination Mode functions properly.
  5. Crack the bypass valve slowly to bleed off pressure until the alarm sounds. a. Nominal gauge pressure should be:
    i. 530 psig for a low pressure system OR
    ii. 1175 psig for a high pressure system
  6. When the pressure falls below 200 psig, press the alarm switch to turn the alarm off (Sleep Mode).
  7. If any material or functional deficiencies are found, follow the reporting and repair guidelines set forth earlier in this document.
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PROCEDURE FOR UNDERWATER EMERGENCIES

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If you fall into water while wearing respiratory protection equipment:

  1. Do not rely on your equipment to keep you afloat
  2. Keep your facepiece on
  3. Regulate the air supply using the bypass valve
  4. Open the bypass valve wider as the air supply in the cylinder drops
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your respiratory protection equipment fails:

A
  1. Stay calm
  2. Notify your partner and the IC of the situation
  3. Exit the area as quickly as possible while implementing one of the following procedures:
    Bypass breathing
    Skip breathing
    Filter breathing
43
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Bypass breathing procedures:

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  1. Open the bypass valve slightly and inhale through your nose.
  2. Close the valve and exhale through your mouth.
  3. Be deliberate in your breathing and only allow as much air to flow as needed.
44
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Skip breathing procedures:

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If you are trapped, extend your SCBA air supply while waiting for rescue as follows:

  1. Remain physically and mentally calm
  2. Take a regular breath and hold it as long as it would typically take you to exhale it
  3. Take another breath just before exhaling
  4. Continue taking normal breaths and exhaling slowly to keep the carbon dioxide in your lungs in proper balance
45
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Filter breathing procedures:

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If the entire equipment apparatus has failed and there is no air in the cylinder:

  1. Leave the facepiece on
  2. Try to filter the contaminated air by disconnecting the second stage regulator from the facepiece
  3. Pull your Nomex hood over the facepiece intake
  4. Pull your turnout coat collar flap over the intake to create a secondary filter material
  5. Hold the flap in place with your gloved hand
46
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Equalization of the two SCBA bottles should occur within how long?

A

60 seconds

47
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If the quick fill fitting leaks excessively when you disconnect the EEBSS hose:

A

a. Replace the dust cap on the quick fill fitting
b. If you can’t replace the dust cap, reconnect the EEBSS hose
c. If you can’t reconnect the EEBSS hose, close your cylinder valve.

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