AUC 269 Add. 1 Air Rescue Plan Flashcards
What are the 4 objectives of the High Rise Roof Team? How can they be utilized after landing on the roof?
- 1.1 Provide FDNY with the capability to place fire personnel on the roof of high-rise buildings, otherwise inaccessible due to fire conditions for the purpose of ventilation and search. A High Rise Roof Chief (HRRC) and designated High Rise Roof Teams (HRRTs) will be used to staff these positions.
- 1.2 Control, comfort and direct people who view themselves as trapped and remote from help.
- 1.3 Provide the incident command post with intelligence on roof conditions.
- 1.4 Evacuate persons in need of immediate medical attention.
- 1.5 Provide the capability to evacuate the roof as a last resort.
Who can make the decision to “Airlift” a HRRT and HRRC?
2.3.2 The decision to “Airlift” may be made only by an IC who is a staff chief.
What Channel on the HT does the HRRC, HRRT and PD ESU operate on?
3.1.5 A. Ensure that the HRRC, HRRTs and PD ESU are on the proper handie-talkie channel prior to lift off. The TAC U Channel 13 would be a suitable choice during air operations and necessary for coordination and communication between FDNY/NYPD personnel.
Can we use a post radio in the Helicopter?
3.1.5 C. Take the Post Radio for use on/within structure. If a Post Radio is not available,take the Battalion FF’s handie-talkie. The Post Radio cannot be used in the helicopter.
Who gives the HRRT permission to ventilate from the roof?
3.1.6 Due to the unpredictable effects of ventilation in high-rise buildings, interior stairs or shafts must not be vented unless ordered by the Incident Commander of the fire.
Where is the HRRC’s Battalion FF stationed?
3.1.8 The HRRC’s Battalion firefighter will remain at the mobilization point to provide security for the Battalion vehicle and HRRT apparatus.
Can a ladder company with 4 FF’s staff a HRRT?
3.2.1 A HRRT consists of a trained and properly equipped ladder company staffed with an officer and five firefighters.
What does the Hi Rise Roof Kit consist of?
3.3.1 Due to space and weight considerations aboard the helicopter, the only tools and
equipment included in the High-Rise Roof Kit are:
A. 6 SCBA with 1-hour cylinder
B. 1 Bolt Cutter
C. 2 Halligan Tools
D. 2 Axes
E. 2 Search Ropes
F. 1 Rabbit Tool
G. Bags for Tools (to prevent damage to the aircraft)
3.3.2 These bagged tools shall be the only tools brought into the helicopter.
Who directs where the tools shall be stored on the helicopter?
3.3.3 Tools shall be stowed in the helicopter as directed by the NYPD Helicopter Crew Chief.
Who directs the members on and off the aircraft?
3.4.3 The Helicopter Pilot, Crew Chief or ESU Personnel will direct members on and off the aircraft.
When there are two airlifts who is in the 1st and who is in the 2nd?
4.3.4 C. This aircraft will return to the FDNY/NYPD mobilization point to pick up the HRRC and the HRRT. Due to weight limitations, two airlifts will be necessary.
-The first airlift will include the HRRC, the officer and forcible entry team.
-The second lift will include the Chauffeur, OVM and Roof firefighters.
In the event NYPD has an additional Bell 412 air rescue helicopter, it will be dispatched to assist.
The HRRT Officer is responsible of doing the following 6 things prior to boarding, during the flight and after reaching the roof?
4.3.5
A. Insure all members have their personal harness, the firefighting equipment is properly bagged and members are on the handie-talkie TAC U channel.
B. Approach the helicopter after receiving the signal from the pilot, co-pilot or crew chief.
C. Supervise loading and unloading in view of pilot as directed by the crew chief.
D. Monitor the handie-talkie TAC U channel during flight.
E. Operate under the direction of the High Rise Roof Chief.
F. After the helicopter has landed on the roof, select an assembly point near a bulkhead or other roof projection away from the helispot and have members proceed to it.
What shall all members wear during flight operations? 2 answers can be one or the other
5.1 All members must wear a personal safety harness or Life Saving Belt during flight operations in the NYPD helicopter as a HRRC or member of a HRRT. This is necessary to secure the member to a substantial object.
