6-8 Firefighter Safety During Lightning Storms

Question 1

What is a primary concern/hazard addressed when firefighters work during lightning storms?

a) Equipment malfunction
b) Electrical shock
c) Water damage
d) Heat exhaustion

Answer 1

B

Question 2

What action should employers take to ensure firefighter safety during lightning storms?

a) Develop procedures addressing fire operation safety
b) Ignore the threat of lightning
c) Increase outdoor assignments
d) Decrease communication with incident commanders

Answer 2

A

Question 3

Which safety consideration is important when developing procedures for lightning storms?

a) Providing information to the incident commander on weather forecasts
b) Moving pump operators to higher ground
c) Committing maximum personnel to complete outside assignments
d) Staging rapid intervention teams inside apparatus or buildings

Answer 3

D

Question 4

What regulation emphasizes the importance of providing information and instruction to workers regarding lightning safety?

a) Occupational Health and Safety Act, clause 25(2)(a)
b) Occupational Health and Safety Act, clause 25(2)(h)
c) Firefighters Guidance Note 6-8 Firefighter Safety during Lightning Storms
d) Canadian Standard Association Z1010-18

Answer 4

A

Question 5

Which standard provides guidance on the application of occupational health and safety management systems during heightened-risk conditions?

a) CSA Z1010-18 - Management of work in extreme conditions
b) Canadian Lightning Danger Map - Ontario
c) Firefighters Guidance Note 6-8 Firefighter Safety during Lightning Storms
d) Occupational Health and Safety Act

Answer 5

A