#6 Hazmat Response

Question 1

According to BOOK 37 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS OPERATIONAL PLAN, The immediate concerns of the incident are all the following, EXCEPT:

Answer 1

to conduct rapid extraction immediately

Question 2

According to BOOK 37 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS OPERATIONAL PLAN, An LAFD assignment for a confirmed hazardous materials incident normally includes EXCEPT

Answer 2

One BLS Engine Company

Question 3

According to BOOK 37 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS OPERATIONAL PLAN, Who’s duties include:
1. Identifies potentially unsafe or hazardous situations associated with the incident.
2. Participates in planning meetings and advises on safety matters.
3. Reviews appropriate incident plans.
4. Advises incident personnel in matters affecting personnel safety
5. Coordinates with appropriate supervisory personnel to stop or prevent unsafe acts
6. investigates accidents/injuries that occur within the incident area
7. Reviews the Medical Plan as prepared by the Medical Unit
8. Coordinates activities with the Medical Unit, as appropriate
9. Maintains liaison with representatives of governmental safety and health agencies

Answer 3

Safety Officer

Question 4

According to BOOK 37 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS OPERATIONAL PLAN, ALL of the following report to Hazardous Materials Group EXCEPT

Answer 4

Correct answer: Rapid Extraction Group

other correct options:
safe refuge area
perimeter control and access
site control team
all of the above

Question 5

According to BOOK 37 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS OPERATIONAL PLAN, the states that there should be ___ HazMat triage Tags in the Decon Bucket.

Answer 5

10

Question 6

According to BOOK 37 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS OPERATIONAL PLAN, the Squads carry an air cart, which is used to supply cooling and breathing air using a pass-through device in the entry suit. The air cart uses two ___-minute air bottles for a supply, switching between the two to assure an uninterrupted supply.

Answer 6

60

Question 7

According to BOOK 37 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS OPERATIONAL PLAN states that prior to initiating rapid extraction, first reconsiders shall take all the following actions, EXCEPT:

Answer 7

correct answer: establish a safe refuge area

other correction options:
-establish that there are viable victims and a need for extractions operations
-establish rapid intervention
-announce the intent to initiate rapid extraction to IC or incoming companies
-maintain continuous communications during extraction efforts

Question 8

According to BOOK 37 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS OPERATIONAL PLAN, states that during secondary decontamination, if still clothed, instruct patient to remove outer clothing and to avoid removing garments over their head. Approximately ___ % or more of the contaminants will be removed by removing clothing.

Answer 8

80

Question 9

According to BOOK 37 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS OPERATIONAL PLAN, The initial isolation zone should be established using the recommendation of the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG), taking the following factors into consideration, EXCEPT

Answer 9

correct answer: type of container is product stored in

other correct options:
-topography
-material released
-wind/weather

Question 10

According to BOOK 37 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS OPERATIONAL PLAN, On initial size up, when “describing the event”, you should include all of the following EXCEPT

Answer 10

correct answer: Confirm ID of product using ERG, Placards, 704, Janes Chem-Bio handbook

other correct options:
-leak, spill. vapor cloud, etc
-quantity of product on ground or size of vapor cloud’
-container-size, shape, type, placard
-rate of spill

Question 11

According to BOOK 37 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS OPERATIONAL PLAN, during Emergency Decontamination do ALL of the following EXCEPT

Answer 11

correct answer: encourage victims to remove outer garments and spray victims from bottom up

other correct options:
-don PPE
-avoid direct contact with victims
-establish homeliness or appliances to provide high-volume fog spray
-move ambulatory victims to safe refuge area

Question 12

According to BOOK 37 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS OPERATIONAL PLAN, The best personal protective equipment for first responders engaged in decontamination is the ______ ensemble provided for every position on each fire suppression company and rescue ambulance

Answer 12

Level B

Question 13

According to BOOK 37 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS OPERATIONAL PLAN, first arriving companies can initiate Mass Decontamination by using fog and spray streams with ALL EXCEPT

Answer 13

correct answer: hydro foam nozzle

other correct option:
-ladder pies
-portable monitors
-wagon batteries
-discharge gates

Question 14

According to BOOK 37 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS OPERATIONAL PLAN, Rapid Extraction guidelines include EXCEPT

Answer 14

correct answer: hazardous material on standby

other correct options
-establish that there are viable victims and a need for extraction operations
-establish decontamination. At minimum, a charged hose line in the designated location.
-establish rapid intervention. a single engine company, following the 2-in-2out rule, can fulfill the rapid intervention requirement. At larger incidents, Incident commanders may designate entire companies as Rapid Intervention (may be assigned to Hazardous Materials Task Force).
-announce the intent to intimate rapid extraction to IC or incoming companies

Question 15

According to BOOK 37 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS OPERATIONAL PLAN, Upon completion of the extraction missions, first responders shall do all the following EXCEPT:

Answer 15

correct answer: report operational outcomes to the Incident Commander

other correct options:
-proceed through decontamination. Be guided by directions from the Hazardous Materials Task Force
-Consider PPE used during extraction as contaminated, and keep it segregated from other equipment until it is determined to be safe
-be examined by ALS personnel for post-entry symptoms and vitals
-proceed to Rehab, as needed

Question 16

According to BOOK 37 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS OPERATIONAL PLAN, If the material has not been identified, officers may use Guide #_____ I the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG).

Answer 16

111

Question 17

According to BOOK 37 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS OPERATIONAL PLAN, a “small” spill is approximately less than a

Answer 17

55 galon drum

Question 18

According to BOOK 37 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS OPERATIONAL PLAN, the NFPA diamond is divided into four color-coded quadrants. Each quadrant is a specific color and indicated the following types of hazards, which answer is NOT correct.

Answer 18

correct answer: Chemical Hazards - White

other correct options:
-flammability hazards - red
-reactivity hazards - yellow
-health hazards - blue

Question 19

According to BOOK 37 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS OPERATIONAL PLAN, the name of the material may also be located not eh shipping papers or package and then refer to the blue-bordered pages of the Guidebook. Highlighted entries on these pages contain additional information in the _____ -bordered pages in the back of the book, These pages describe isolation distanced and protective actions that should be taken immediately

Answer 19

Green

Question 20

According to BOOK 37 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS OPERATIONAL PLAN, (MSDS) Material Safety Data Sheets will provide information on ALL EXCEPT:

Answer 20

correct answer: Methods of Containment

other correct options:
-physical and chemical properties of the material
-hazards associated with the material
-basic directions for response actions

Question 21

According to BOOK 37 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS OPERATIONAL PLAN, There are five Threat Conditions, each identified by a description and corresponding color? What combination is not correct?

Answer 21

Blue = Moderate

Question 22

According to BOOK 37 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS OPERATIONAL PLAN, The CBRNE acronym (also referred to as B_NICE) represents the classification of weapons of mass destruction. What answer is NOT CORRECT?

Answer 22

correct anser: Bacterial

other correct options:
-chemical
-radiological
-nuclear
-explosive

Question 23

According to to TB 056 - Radiological Emergency Operations, best definition of GAMMA radiation

Answer 23

high energy, short wavelength, electromagnetic radiation emitted from the nucleus of an atom. Rays are very penetrating and best stopped or shielded by dense materials such as lead.

Question 24

According to to TB 056 - Radiological Emergency Operations, the ______ is an invisible cloud-like formation which projected by such factors as: meteorological conditions, size of release, wind speed/direction, and type of radioactive isotope.

Answer 24

Plume

Question 25

According to to TB 056 - Radiological Emergency Operations states it is a policy of the LAFD that a member’s accumulated dose for one single incident not be more than ___ rem in a 24-hour period, additionally, these ___ rems shall account for a lifetime’s maximum dose.

Answer 25

25; 25

Question 26

According to to TB 056 - Radiological Emergency Operations states in order to minimize contamination within the affected area requires timely and adequate decontamination of patients as well as responders. Decontamination involved removing radioactive particles. Removal of clothing and outer garments can minimize ___ % of the external contamination.

Answer 26

90

Question 27

According to TB 075 - Bomb Scene Incidents, LAFD resources shall _____ attempt to assess or remove any suspicious package or device.

Answer 27

never

Question 28

According to TB 075 - Bomb Scene Incidents, Everyone shall be evacuated from the area prior to the arrival of the bomb squad. This is equally important in an open area, such as a city street. Patrol officers will usually perform this function, but it may be necessary for LAFD personnel to assist. A perimeter of at least ____ feet should be established around any suspicious device

Answer 28

300

Question 29

According to TB 075 - Bomb Scene Incidents, LAPD policy defers the decision to evacuate due to a bomb threat to business owners. Building or business management may have a fixed policy that directs them to immediately evacuate the building in the event of a bomb threat. Unless there is a compelling reason to do so, LAFD personnel should ______ override building managements decision to evacuate.

Answer 29

Not, unless there is compelling reason to do so

Question 30

According to TB 075 - Bomb Scene Incidents, Significant debris beyond immediate property or vicinity. Significant damage to adjacent buildings. Major structural compromise or collapse are considered what type of explosion?

Answer 30

Major

Question 31

According to TB 075 - Bomb Scene Incidents, The initial assignments at a bomb scene should be any of the following groups EXCEPT

Answer 31

correct answer: Evacuation Group

other correct options:
-Rescue Group
-Medical Group
-Rapid Intervention Group
-Fire Suppression Group

Question 32

According to TB 075 - Bomb Scene Incidents, Casualty Collection Point Designation - The member assigned Medical Group Leader will likely be in the best position to determine where to establish a Casualty Collection Point. When the Medical Group Leader designates a Casualty Collection Point, several important factors should be considered EXCEPT

Answer 32

Casualty Collection Point or treatment area be within line-of-sight of the initial explosion site

Question 33

According to TB 075 - Bomb Scene Incidents, With several companies of firefighters deployed at the incident location, it will be important to identify and communicate the location area in which no member should be unless specifically assigned. What is the area called?

Answer 33

Exclusion Zone

Question 34

According to TB 075 - Bomb Scene Incidents, If a bombing or suspected bombing, consider irrespective of their assignments, the first arriving companies should attempt to verify ALL EXCEPT

Answer 34

Casualty collection point

Question 35

According to TB 086 - Structural Fumigations and Other Pesticides, There are four specifics chemicals that will be discussed in this bulletin. There are four specific chemicals that are discussed in this bulletin, which one is not correct?

Answer 35

Magnesium Phosphide

Question 36

According to TB 086 - Structural Fumigations and Other Pesticides, Standard Operating Guidelines for Fumigation Incidents, all of the following resource request shall be made through MFC if not dispatched or on scene EXCEPT:

Answer 36

LACO Hazmat if crime is suspected

Question 37

According to TB 086 - Structural Fumigations and Other Pesticides, Full turnouts, SCBA with face piece, donned and on air when working in, on, or within ___ feet of the structure being fumigated. Evacuate all structures within ___ feet or downwind of the fumigation prior to tent removal

Answer 37

30, 30

Question 38

According to TB 086 - Structural Fumigations and Other Pesticides, The following are the recommended procedures for fumigation incidents requiring rescue/rapid extraction where Fire Department has the primary responsibility EXCEPT

Answer 38

correct answer: do not ladder the structure to pull the tarps off the roof. It is unsafe to do so

other correct answers:
-consider removal of tarps to assist with ventilation/visibility
-remove all the sandbags holding down the tarps on two opposing sides of the structure. Ideally, the windward and leeward sides using the prevailing wind to your advantage
-remove all the clips from the tarp seams on the seams on the same two sides of the structure
-place fire department blowers at a portal on the windward side of the structure; our blowers will ventilate the building faster than pest control industry fans

Question 39

According to TB 145 - Combustible Metals, these metals are water-reactive under non-fire conditions and should be placarded with the “W” under the NFPA 704 system

Answer 39

Lithium, sodium, potassium

Question 40

According to TB 145 - Combustible Metals, Members of the LAFD within ____ feet of a burning metal product are considered to be working in an IDLH (Immediate Dangerous to Life and Health) environment. Members within the IDLH shall be “Fully Incapsulated”.

Answer 40

30

Question 41

According to TB 145 - Combustible Metals, Auto fires have many models of vehicles utilize combustible metals for various structural components EXCEPT

Answer 41

correct answer: undercarriage components

other correct options:
-engine blocks
-body frames
-seat frames
-wheels

Question 42

According to TB 145 - Combustible Metals, Traditional firefighting methods are ineffective and dangerous when fighting a fire involving large amounts of combustible metal. Firefighting operations will be primarily ________ ; however, offensive actions such as moving a dumpster on wheels or using on-site equipment to move a 55-gallon drum away from an exposure may be possible. Any firefighter engaged in separating burning product or working within the IDLH shall be fully encapsulated

Answer 42

Defensive

Question 43

According to TB 145 - Combustible Metals states that combustible metals shall be indicated by an “M” in the fourth space if the quantities or form meet the LAFD criteria for placarding (occupancies that exceed ____ pounds of combustible metals as per Table 4-A of the Los Angeles Fire Code or that process or store _____ pounds or less of combustible metals that are in the form of dust, chips, powders, turnings, or ribbons).

Answer 43

500; 500

Question 44

According to TB 145 - Combustible Metals states that MET-L-X is a dry powder composed of a salt base with an added polymer for sealing and other additives to render it free-flowing and cause heat caking or crusting. Supply and Maintenance maintains approximately ____ pounds of MET-L-X and has the ability to deliver it to the scene of the fire.

Answer 44

500

Question 45

According to TB 180 - Drug Labs: Recognition and Hazards, According to LAPD sources, the following are some common indicators of an illicit drug laboratory Drug Labs: Recognition and Hazards, Uninhabited structures and presence of toxic fumes or excessive amounts of trash, particularly chemical containers. Robust security systems including video surveillance. Doors and windows are concealed, blackened out, or covered with aluminum foil. Large ventilation fans for fume dispersal, odor removal, and cooling processes. Presence of 55-gallon steel drums. Delivery of large amounts of ice or cooling agents. Strong distinct odor of ether or other volatile fuels/solvents. Illegal electrical wiring or the presence of large generators for power needs. Destruction of plant life may be noticeable due to dumping of chemicals

Answer 45

the above statement is according to FBI sources

Question 46

According to TB 180 - Drug Labs: Recognition and Hazards, Butane is a colorless, odorless gas and has a high potential for ignition and explosion when used in the presence of an ignition source in enclosed spaces without adequate ventilation. In addition, at the scene of a structure fire, exploding gas canisters can contribute to fire intensity, and become rocket projectiles upon B.L.E.V.E. What does this acronym BLEVE stand for?

Answer 46

Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Explosion

Question 47

According to TB 180 - Drug Labs: Recognition and Hazards, Prior to any assignment of LAFD resources, LAFD officer shall consider all actions through the SAFETY lens EXCEPT:

Answer 47

correct answer: any fire department contact wit evidence has the potential to weaken prosecution efforts and break the chain of custody for booked evidence. A specific division of the LAPD known as “Lab Squad” will aid the HIDTA’s “LA Impact” teams. They will handle the investigation of these dangerous scenes and can be ordered through the Joint Hazard Assessment Team (LAFD-JHAT).

other correct options:
-always make contact with the Law Enforcement (LE) Officer in charge of the incident. Best practice is to communicate with a Unified CP, if established, as opposed to a specialized unit commander. Ensure any order or assistance request has the approval of the IC.
-ensure from the Law Enforcement “Officer in Charge” (OIC) that the target location is “Code 4” or “all clear” with the suspect in custody
-in addition, if performing forcible entry into a potential cannabis or drug manufacturing location, ensure that no threat (personages, IED….) is present within or around around the structure
-If the incident includes an active shooter or barricaded suspect, follow the operational guidelines provided in Training Bulletin No. 135, “Fire Department Operations at Tactical Law Enforcement and Active Shooter Incidents

Question 48

According to TB 180 - Drug Labs: Recognition and Hazards, butane is

Answer 48

more than two times heavier than air

Question 49

According to TB 180 - Drug Labs: Recognition and Hazards, to enhance the growth of plants, cannabis cultivators utilize fertilizers and CO2 (carbon dioxide). The use of CO2 can

Answer 49

displace O2 creating an oxygen deficient environment

Question 50

Which of the following is not a LAFD Core Value?

Service
Professionalism
Integrity
Respect
Innovation
Trust

Answer 50

correct answer is all of the above