B-106 Lost Firefighter Survival Strategies

Question 1

1. A firefighter entering a structure should carry a ____ even in the daytime.

Answer 1

• hand light

Question 2

Guidelines for not becoming lost:

2. A firefighter entering a structure should carry a tool that is ____

Answer 2

appropriate for the assigned task

Question 3

3. A firefighter entering a structure shall have a ____ and be aware of ____ prior to making entry. It is vital that ____ is selected before entry as this will determine the emergency ID talk group which will be monitored by the RIT and Command.

Answer 3

• portable radio
• the channel
• the assigned fire ground channel

Question 4

Guidelines for not becoming lost:
Freelancing is strictly prohibited. Maintain company integrity. Do not enter a structure alone. The minimum entry team is two persons, equipped with ____. The ____ rule shall be observed anytime firefighters enter an IDLH atmosphere (see Two In/ Two Out Rule Standard Operating Procedure).

Answer 4

• portable radios

* Two In / Two Out

Question 5

Guidelines for not becoming lost:

If at all possible, maintain contact with ____ when advancing into the interior of a structure.

Answer 5

either a hose line or a search rope

Question 6

Guidelines for not becoming lost:
When not on the fireground, firefighters should routinely practice ____ while wearing gloves. The ____ should be activated with a gloved hand during training evolutions to ensure that firefighters are aware of the pressure and technique needed for activation.

Answer 6

• manipulating portable radios and PASS alarms

* portable radio Emergency ID button

Question 7

Guidelines to follow if lost, disoriented, or trapped:

A firefighter should not delay notifying Command or FireCom of distress. If any firefighter is lost, he or she should report “Firefighter Down” on the assigned fire ground talk group by utilizing the emergency communication term ____ (Refer to Mayday Standard Operating Procedure). Lost, disoriented, or trapped firefighters should relay information as clearly as possible in light of the conditions at hand regarding:

Answer 7

• “MAYDAY”
  a. Personal identification
  b. How many firefighters are lost or trapped
  c. Last known location
  d. Best estimate as to their current location
  e. Current remaining air supply

Question 8

Guidelines to follow if lost, disoriented, or trapped:

If the “Firefighter Down” notification was unsuccessful or if the firefighter is not able to communicate, the firefighter should ____

Answer 8

attempt to activate the portable radio Emergency ID button. The button on the portable radio is recessed and it may be necessary to use an accessory tool to manually activate the Emergency ID button.

Question 9

Guidelines to follow if lost, disoriented, or trapped:

Upon receipt of an Emergency ID button transmission, dispatch will ____

Answer 9

attempt to raise the unit/member identified and notify Command.

Question 10

Guidelines to follow if lost, disoriented, or trapped:

If radio communication has been lost, or a radio is not operable, the firefighter should manually activate the PASS alarm. Press ____. This should be done ____

Answer 10

• the red button and hold it down for 3-5 seconds

* as soon as the firefighter becomes aware of being lost, disoriented, or trapped.

Question 11

Guidelines to follow if lost, disoriented, or trapped:

If radio communications are intact, the firefighter may be asked to activate the PASS. The PASS should be cleared and radio communication reestablished ____.

Answer 11

every 30 seconds

Question 12

Guidelines to follow if lost, disoriented, or trapped:

If the firefighter perceives that he or she will soon become incapacitated, the PASS alarm ____

Answer 12

should be activated and not reset.

Question 13

Guidelines to follow if lost, disoriented, or trapped:

A lost firefighter should continue to search for ____. The firefighter should listen for ____. They should feel for ____.

Answer 13

• an exit utilizing any means available
• sounds of firefighters working
• doors, windows, and other openings

Question 14

Guidelines to follow if lost, disoriented, or trapped:

A lost firefighter should locate an exterior wall and avoid ____. Rescuers normally will use search patterns that place them in close contact with walls and perimeters of areas.

Answer 14

• becoming stranded in an open area

Question 15

Guidelines to follow if lost, disoriented, or trapped:

If an exit is not readily found, but ____ is located, the firefighter should attempt to remain there. If radio communication is intact, the firefighter should ____. The firefighter should continue to provide rescuers with the best estimate of ____. An area of refuge may be available through ____.

Answer 15

• an area of refuge away from the fire (protected room or floor)
• advise rescuers of such action
• location
• interior wall breaching techniques

Question 16

Guidelines to follow if lost, disoriented, or trapped:

The firefighter must remain ____.

Answer 16

calm and control breathing to conserve air

Question 17

Guidelines to follow if lost, disoriented, or trapped:

It may be necessary for the firefighter to employ air conservation techniques that attempt to ____.

Answer 17

regulate or moderate breathing in order to conserve the air supply

Question 18

Guidelines to follow if lost, disoriented, or trapped:

If the SCBA air is depleted, the ____ can be used as a limited filter. The firefighter should remove ____

Answer 18

• protective hood

* the second stage regulator and place the protective hood over the face piece opening

Question 19

Guidelines to follow if lost, disoriented, or trapped:

If the firefighter cannot locate an exit, and is close to physical collapse or is almost out of air, a ____ in a manner that ____. The best location for this approach is at an ___

Answer 19

• horizontal position should be taken on the floor
• maximizes the volume of the PASS alarm
• exterior wall, doorway, or hallway.

Question 20

Guidelines to follow if lost, disoriented, or trapped:

While assuming a horizontal position, the firefighter should place a hand light, ____, in order to enhance the possibility of rescuers seeing the light beam. If the firefighter is aware of the direction of rescuers, the light beam should be ____. Also, the firefighter should attempt to ____ to help guide rescuers.

Answer 20

• pointing up
• aimed in that direction
• make tapping noises