AUC 220 SCBA Policy Flashcards
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What is the difference between “wearing” and “using” an SCBA?
Wearing - Harness on, Facepiece in Standby
Using - Facepiece on, Regulator donned
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T/F Wearing/Using of SCBA may be dispensed with only when authorized by Co. Officer or IC.
False. Only the IC
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Members should remove their SCBA regulator when operating in a smoke or toxic atmosphere two times. What are they?
- Member’s cylinder becomes depleted
2. Member’s SCBA is malfunctioning as to cut off air supply.
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What should an officer do if his SCBA becomes depleted?
- Notify IC,
- Be accompanied out of the IDLH by another member using an SCBA
- Ensure temporary supervision of their members is provided, if not, officer should require their members to withdraw
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If it is not possible to remove members/civilians from a contaminated atmosphere, how do we provide them with air supply?
Members - nearest available Fast Pak
Civilians - Fast Pak other than FAST Unit’s
Members and Civilians - Spare SCBA
FACEPIECE SHARING WITH MEMBERS OR CIVILIANS IS PROHIBITED!!!!
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What does the Co. Officer do when notified that a member of his will be leaving the IDLH w/ another member because of a malfunctioning SCBA or out of air?
Notify IC or Branch sector Supervisor then again when confirmation is received that members have exited safely.
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NOTE If a supervisor knowlingly violates any OSHA/PESH regulation that results in a serious injury or death the liability is both criminal and civil.
Note
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When it is determined that operations may continue without the use of SCBAs, what should be done?
They shall be assembled in a safe, centrally located area within the fire building and placed under guard.
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Are SCBAs required to be worn at auto fires?
Yes, also street transformer vaults and any other incident where there is a possibility of exposure to toxic substances.
