A609 Weapons of Mass Destruction (05-30-2014)

Question 1

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Weapons of mass destruction can include what 3 agents?

Answer 1

1. Nuclear
2. Biological
3. Chemical

Question 2

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AFD, APD, ATCEMS will respond to WMD calls anywhere in:

Answer 2

Travis county

Question 3

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What is the AFD response to a WMD call in the city?

Answer 3

Hazardous Materials Task Force:

• Closest engine
• Closest Rescue
• Closest Hazmat Engine
• Spec Ops Batt chief

Question 4

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What is AFD response to a WMD call outside the city in Travis county?

Answer 4

Hazardous Materials Tank Force:

• Closest Rescue
• Closest Hazmat Engine
• Spec Ops Batt Chief

Question 5

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Response to a WMD call will usually be code:

Answer 5

3 with a cautious approach

Question 6

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What are the 3 priorities for response personnel at a WMD call?

Answer 6

1. Ensure life safety
2. Isolate area
3. Call for assistance

Question 7

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Media attention at these incidents may require an early request for a:

Answer 7

Public Information Officer

Question 8

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Before victims leave the scene, these 3 things should be addressed:

Answer 8

1. Medically monitored
2. Documented
3. Debriefed by law enforcement

Question 9

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Whose response should be requested early in incidents involving a known or suspected WMD?

Answer 9

FBI response

Question 10

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According to the National Response Plan and Presidential Directives, who is the lead agency for incidents involving chemical, biological, or nuclear weapons?

Answer 10

The FBI

Question 11

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The incident site should be considered a:

Answer 11

Federal crime scene

Question 12

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If response personnel are unsure as to whether the device is potentially explosive, they should contact:

Answer 12

APD Bomb Squad

Question 13

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Because of the possibility of secondary devices, do not use radios or cell phones within ___ feet of the incident scene?

Answer 13

50 feet

Question 14

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Set an appropriate evacuation distance of at least ___ feet:

Answer 14

300 feet

Question 15

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Who should be notified in cases where a “threat communication” exists without the presence of a device or hazardous materials?

Answer 15

APD and the FBI

Question 16

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In the case of Biological material, law enforcement will transport samples to the:

Answer 16

Texas Department of Health Microbiology Lab or other designated facility

Question 17

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Who is responsible for all EMS clinical practice?

Answer 17

The Medical Director

Question 18

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Who is responsible for issues and actions pertaining to public health?

Answer 18

The Public Health Authority

Question 19

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The _______ _______ Health Authority will be notified of these incidents, but usually will not respond unless:

Answer 19

• Travis County
• The incident has a protracted time frame

Question 20

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Equipment that is suspected of being contaminated by Biological agents can be deconned with a __ percent bleach solution?

Answer 20

5%

Question 21

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Who is responsible for the Decon Division?

Answer 21

The Decontamination Officer

Question 22

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The Decontamination Officer should be a member of the:

Answer 22

Hazmat Response Taskforce

Question 23

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A portion of the Decon Officer’s duties include these (4):

Answer 23

1. Briefing the victims on the decon process
2. Ensuring the privacy of the victims
3. Packaging and securing clothes and valuables
4. Documenting the decon of victims

Question 24

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In regards to decon, large incidents may require a:

Answer 24

Decon Group or several Decon Divisions

Question 25

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Victim decon procedures may require some or all of the following (3):

Answer 25

1. Removal of clothing
2. Soap and water rinse
3. Dressing in a provided garment (Tyvek suit)

Question 26

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Personnel should work within the scope of their:

Answer 26

Training and PPE

Question 27

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What should be documented of victims that have been deconned (3)?

Answer 27

1. Their decon
2. Examination
3. Treatment

Question 28

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Who should be used to secure the evidence in an airtight container of letters that have been opened?

Answer 28

HazMat trained personnel in appropriate PPE

Question 29

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All evidence will be placed in the custody of:

Answer 29

Law enforcement

Question 30

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Who will coordinate public information activities in the case of criminal threats?

Answer 30

The PIO of the lead law enforcement agency