BA 005: Safe Movement Flashcards
When carrying equipment or a casualty, what are the principles of safe movement? Four answers
Make sure the floor in front can take your weight Check for obstacles and obstructions Always check above the head before standing Maintain visible, audible or physical contact with all team members
When landmarking, what should BA teams be noting as they progress? Five answers
Which wall they are following Position of fixed features How many doors they pass through Construction and texture of the building Other features such as furniture
What should immediately be done if you become entangled in cables?
Contact the ECO and let them know your location, so other crews can be warned
What are the characteristics of the following staircase materials? Stone, metal, timber, reinforced concrete
Stone - can collapse without warning Metal - conduct heat Timber - flammable, and fire can weaken the structure Reinforced concrete - relatively safe but in extreme temperatures can spall
What precautions should be taken when moving on the stairs? Five answers
Alert the team when stairs are located Keep loading in the stairs to a minimum - one at a time Move on all fours Take one step at a time, only committing weight when the step has been tested Stay close to the wall
How is safe movement performed in conditions of restricted visibility? Three answers
Shuffle rather than walk Weight kept on back foot, allowing floor ahead to be checked Hands should sweep the wall and area in front for landmarking and feeling for obstacles or cables
