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Who is responsible for assuring that crews are assembled into working engine, ladder, or rescue companies?
Incident Commander
How will SFRD achieve higher staffing levels for company operations?
A. Assure adequate personnel are dispatched
B. Assemble engine, ladder, and rescue crews together to form working companies
What is the minimum crew staffing for an engine?
3 personnel
What is the minimum crew staffing for a ladder?
2 personnel
What is the minimum crew staffing for a rescue?
2 personnel
What are 5 basic engine company responsibilities?
a. fire ground operations
b. medical rescue
c. hazards abatement
d. non-emergency incident abatement
e. equipment and station maintenance
Where can you find the methodology for specific tasks performed by engines?
Competency Based Driver Operator Performance Objectives
What size hose stream should be used on a Defensive Plan?
2 1/2” or larger
Responses of an ALS engine, for medical purposes, will be dictated by:
OPM 705.00 “Response Assignment Strategy”
Who initiates ALS treatment on an ALS call?
ALS engine paramedic
Who will advise dispatch as for the need of transport?
ALS engine paramedic
When an engine requests a transport unit, the rescue will respond:
“Emergency” unless otherwise requested
Who is the first choice in shutting down a unit to assist in transport?
EMS captain
Does the loss of the jump seat firefighter mandate that an engine is out of service?
No, the engine will advise dispatch of their reduced staffing and remain in service on a limited call basis
Can the engine follow the rescue to the hospital?
Requires permission from the shift commander
Failure to willingly obey a supervisor represents:
insubordination
Who is contacted when a member comes in contact with a contagious disease or toxic substance?
Their officer
While dealing with the public, the greatest degree of:
silence compatible with an efficient discharge of duty
What are two specific task assigned to aerial companies?
a. elevated fire streams
b. laddering a building beyond ground ladders
What are some primary aerial company responsibilities? (7)
a. victim rescue
b. ventilation
c. laddering
d. forcible entry
e. elevated water streams
f. salvage and overhaul
g. secondary means of egress
What are some secondary functions of an aerial device? (3)
a. utility control
b. RIT
c. Engine company ops
Initial concerns on the fire ground for an aerial company pertain to:
a. positioning to perform aerial functions
b. staging out of vehicular travel lanes
What are basic rescue company responsibilities? (5)
a. BLS and ALS
b. Communicate with hospital
c. Transport to hospital
d. Vehicle extrication
e. Fire ground operations
Can a rescue unit establish command?
it is not recommended
As part of a multi-unit response to a structure fire, a rescue should:
a. prepare to perform engine company functions
b. report to command for orders
Engine companies will deal primarily with what on a HazMat call?
scene safety and product identification
When an Engine is responding to a HazMat call, they should check with dispatch for additional information, particularly:
a. material involved
b. size of leak/spill
c. immediate life endangerment
An engine should perform immediate rescue at a hazmat scene when the rescuers are:
a. fully aware of risks
b. full PPE and SCBA
c. utilize minimum number of personnel
d. if hazard is unknown, wait for hazmat team
What are different ways to identify a hazardous material? (5)
a. consult witnesses or facility personnel
b. DOT ERG
c. type and size of container
d. lettering or markings
e. shipping papers
An engine company can mitigate which type of Haz Mat scene?
Minor Category 1
What is used to report all hazardous materials incidents to dispatch?
Uniform Classification System for Categorizing Haz Mat Incidents
The clean up and recovery of a spill is the responsibility of who?
a. Property/Vehicle owner
b. SFRD will not take possession
To be an assigned diver, one must have:
a. Public safety diver
b. Dive Rescue 1
c. Assigned by the Fire Chief
How many members must be on duty for the dive team to be “in service”?
a. at least 2
b. preferably stationed with the apparatus
If a dive member is unable to perform physically, who do they notify?
Station commander who will notify Shift commander
What is check out daily on the Dive Truck?
a. mechanical
b. inventory
c. auxiliary equipment
Who are the dive checkout sheets forwarded to?
Shift commander
What is the recommended number of personnel to have on scene of a dive incident?
a. minimum of 2 divers
b. minimum of 2 support
Where are the dive team guidelines located?
SFRD Special Operation Manual
What is the appropriate documentation for a dive recovery?
a. vehicle and owner information
b. for billing department to recover fees
Does the dive team perform dive recovery in other cities?
no, unless extraordinary circumstances
Where has the Rapid Entry Dive Gear been assigned?
39, 59, 72, and 83
What gear makes up the Rapid Entry Dive Gear? (6)
a. Dive tank (min. 63 cu. ft.)
b. BC with built in weight and knife
c. Divator MKII mask
d. 2nd stage regulator
e. Light
f. Throw bag
What gear makes up the throw bags? (4)
a. 3 PFDs
b. Dive rope
c. Center punch
d. Secondary cutting device
Where is the Rapid Entry Dive Gear located in the stations?
a. on the suppression unit
b. gear moved to rescue if personnel is assigned to rescue
Which members are allowed to check out the dive gear?
Department divers only
What is the minimum pressure for the dive tank?
no less than 2800 psi
What is done if a piece of dive equipment is found defective or damage?
a. red tagged
b. inform station captain along with the shift BC and Logistics division
What dive gear is issued to all divers? (5)
a. wet suit
b. fins
c. gloves
d. booties
e. snorkel and mask
What is critical during dive incidents?
a. initial size up
b. information gathering
The first arriving officer of a dive incident is responsible for: (4)
a. scene management
b. last seen point
c. witness interview
d. overall safety
Where does the search pattern begin?
last seen point
How do you prepare a site for dive entry?
roof ladder placed into water
What is the bottom time for divers?
5 minutes
The Rapid Entry Diver is responsible for: (4)
a. dive decisions
b. dive safety
c. last seen point
d. point of entry
What is the diver responsible for during the dive? (4)
a. monitor air pressure and depth
b. underwater survey and victim removal
c. communicate
d. calling off the dive
How many divers are standing by when a diver is in the water?
Two
One fully dressed, one 90% ready
A USAR/DMAT activation means:
a. formal request by FEMA to mobilize
How long do the USAR/DMAT members have to arrive at the point of departure?
within 6 hours
A USAR/DMAT alert means:
a. formal notification by FEMA that an event has occurred and activation is pending
Who has the sole discretion of joining the South Florida USAR task force?
sponsoring jurisdiction, which is City of Miami FD
In the event of a possible FEMA alert, who is notified?
Shift commander, without delay
In the event of FEMA activation, who is notified?
shift commander immediately
If a member is on duty and activated by FEMA, what happens?
remain on duty until relieved by the shift commander
Who is notified of the hours and overtime hours incurred by FEMA?
Administrative officer
What types of incidents are involved in Technical Rescue?
a. Confined space
b. Trench rescue
c. Structural collapse
d. Rope rescue
What are the engine and rescue limited to at a Technical Rescue scene?
recognition and support roles
How many phases are there in Rope Rescue incidents?
5
What is phase 1 in rope rescue incidents?
Scene preparation and reconnaissance
What is phase 2 in rope rescue incidents?
Pre-rescue operations
What is phase 3 in rope rescue incidents?
Rescue operations
What is phase 4 in rope rescue incidents?
Safety considerations
What is phase 5 in rope rescue incidents?
Termination
How many members go in on a Recon Team?
minimum of two personnel
The recon team should have medical equipment with them to begin:
first aid
What information will be helpful in determining the need for additional resources? (5)
a. number of victims
b. location and condition of victims
c. angle of terrain
d. distance to victims
e. estimated time of evacuation
Rescue operation should be conducted from ____ risk to _____ risk.
Low to high
A stokes evolution should be performed with a minimum of _____ personnel
4, facing the direction of travel
What are excavations greater than 60 degrees considered?
high angle operations
What is the safety factor when dealing with ropes?
a. 15 : 1
b. double rope technique shall be used when possible
What is considered a high risk operation during rope rescue?
helicopter operations
Prior to using a helicopter for rope rescue, what should be considered? (4)
a. time of day
b. conditions of victims
c. difficult access to victims
d. qualification of pilot
When is CISM considered when dealing with rope rescue incidents?
Phase 4
Where is the psychological “debriefing” performed?
On scene or at the station
How many phases are there for Structural Collapse incidents?
6
What is phase 1 of structural collapse?
scene preparation and reconnaissance
What is phase 2 of structural collapse?
exploration and search
What is phase 3 of structural collapse?
patient removal
What is phase 4 of structural collapse?
general debris removal
What is phase 5 of structural collapse?
safety considerations
What is phase 6 of structural collapse?
Termination
How big is the safety zone at a structural collapse?
two times the height of the building
If unable to obtain blueprints, what is appropriate?
have on-site personnel draw a sketch of the site
Are hose lines stretched at a collapse?
yes, protect in case of fire or explosion
Who is task force 1?
Metro
Who is task force 2?
Miami
Besides the specialty teams, who else is assigned to the collapse incident?
full structural assignment
What type of ventilation is provided at a structural collapse?
a. positive pressure
b. may be times when PPV will not work
Who assigns an access control person?
Battalion Chief, preferably not a team member
How do you assess the effectiveness of proper ventilation?
a. atmospheric monitoring
b. assessment of types of space, voids, and crevices
How big is the square box when performing a search of a collapsed building>
2’ x 2’
What are the marking called in the structural collapse?
Structural/hazard evaluation marking
What color spray paint is used for the marking system?
Orange only
What does a blank box indicate?
a. structure is accessible and safe for search
b. damage is minor or completely pancaked with little danger of further collapse
What does a box with a single slash indicate?
a. significant damage
b. areas are relatively safe but others need shoring or bracing
What does a box with crossing slash indicate?
a. not safe for search and rescue operations
b. search may proceed with significant risk
What does an arrow located next to a marking box indicate?
the safe entrance if the marking is away from the entrance
What is equipped with the entry team?
a. portable radio (one member)
b. explosion-proof lighting or cylume
c. atmospheric monitor (personal unit preferred)
d. PPE
What is the size of the X that is drawn for a search?
2’ x 2’
The X is constructed in two operations:
a. single slash upon entry into structure, indicates search is underway
b. crossing slash upon exit of structure, indicates search is complete
Inside the X, what is written in the left quadrant?
Team completing search
Inside the X, what is written on the top quadrant?
Time and date team left the structure
Inside the X, what is written on the right quadrant?
Personal hazards (rats, etc.)
Inside the X, what is written on the bottom quadrant?
Number of live and dead victims removed
Entry points shall be made based on: (4)
a. known location of victim
b. safety of the opening
c. atmospheric readings
d. ease of recovery
If the victims location is known or suspected, what should be done with the entry point?
attempt two separate points of entry
Before deciding which victim should be rescued first, what should be considered?
Victims condition, position, and difficulty extricating
What is done when a buried victim is found alive in a collapse after hours of work?
Do not remove unless secondary collapse, fire, electrocution, or drowning
What percentage of people are found on top of debris or lightly buried?
50%
How does the “hailing system” work at a collapse?
a. rescuers placed in listening positions
b. “round the clock” call outs to get a “fix” on any sound
Air horn signal for All Quiet/ Cease operations at a collapse?
1 long blast (3 seconds)
Air horn signal for evacuation at a collapse?
3 short blasts (1 second)
Air horn signal for resume operations?
1 long and 1 short
What should be utilized when forcing blindly through walls and roof/floors?
inspection holes
Where are reinforced concrete columns or filled cells found?
at corners or adjacent to window and door openings
The size of shores and type of shoring system will be dependent on what?
weight to be supported and condition of the element
What is the weight of concrete/masonry?
125-150 lbs per cubic ft
What is the weight of normal concrete floor?
100-150 lbs square ft
What should shoring systems act like?
double funnel
What are shores installed to do?
Support the structure
What is the maximum length of a shore?
50 times its width
You can build your crib box _____ times as high as the box is wide.
3 times
4x4 crib capacity (2 layer):
24,000 lbs
4x4 crib capacity (3 layer)
48,000 lbs
6x6 crib capacity (2 layer)
60,000 lbs
6x6 crib capacity (3 layer)
135,000 lbs
What is the safety factor for cribbing?
2 to 1
What are the two types of wood used for cribbing?
Douglas fir and southern pine
If there is only one opening while pulling a patient out of the hole, what is considered?
a. be on the egress side, avoid being blocked in by the patient
b. move moves quickly and smoothly
When is a CISM performed during a structural collapse?
Phase 5
To become a team member of the specialty team, all personnel must: (4)
a. complete a recognized course
b. request in writing for admittance to team
c. appointment by chief
d. remain in good standing
Who has the overall responsibility on Technical Rescue Operations?
Battalion Chief
Define High-rise:
a. attack lines cannot reach the fire via normal pre-connected lines or hoisting
b. where standpipes are used
c. all buildings with internal hallways over two stories
What is secondary in urgency when dealing with high rise fires?
establishing command outside the structure
What might be the most prudent command option when dealing with a high rise fire?
passing of command by first arriving officer
How big is the hazard zone on a high rise fire?
200 feet
How many feet should personnel stay away from hose lines supplying the Siamese?
50 feet
Who should be assigned to the firefighting level on a confirmed fire in a high rise?
a. Chief Officer
b. Equipped with bunker gear and SCBA
c. Known as Division XX
What is command concerned with on confirmed high rise fires? (7)
a. additional resources
b. life safety
c. lobby control
d. water supply
e. conditions in stairwells, floor above the fire and top floor
f. RIT
g. support systems (staging, rehab)
Who establishes lobby control?
Driver of first arriving engine
What does the lobby control bring with him?
a. full PPE and SCBA
b. portable radio
c. knox box key
Who do personnel check in with prior to reporting to any other division or group on a high rise fire?
lobby control
The national elevator code calls for elevators to:
automatically return to the building lobby
What floor should the elevator be stopped when using an elevator to access the upper floors of a high rise fire?
2 floors below
Who performs the initial fire attack at a high rise fire?
at least two companies (engine and rescue)
Where do the initial companies set up for operations on a high rise fire?
floor below the incident
Where are hose lines connected to standpipes when operating at a high rise?
a. not on the same floor or above
b. exception: where a true smoke tower, can connect on same floor
How many GPM should pump operators deliver to the attack line at a high rise fire?
150 gpm
When fighting fire in a high rise, if the fire has already extended into the hallway:
The officer should seriously consider deploying a backup line
In a high rise, fire attack must wait for verification that:
a sustained water supply is available
Which hose shall not be used to supply standpipe/sprinkler systems?
Large diameter hose (4 and 5)
How many GPM is delivered to all 1 3/4” fog nozzles?
150 GPM
D/O conducting pumping operations within ____ feet of a building must wear _____ at all times.
a. 100 feet
b. bunker coat and helmet
What should the ladder company do at a high rise fire?
ascend to the top of the stairwell looking for and opening roof hatches
What is the spacing of the stairwell support group?
every other floor
A base staging area may be required on operations:
above a third floor
Where is base staging established?
two floors below the fire floor
Where is the RIT staging at?
The stairwell of the floor immediately below the fire
Who normally assumes the role of RIT on a high rise fire?
Third arriving engine