Bulletin 60: Cold Weather Guidelines Flashcards
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When does the Cold Weather Guidelines go into effect?
Whenever the temperature or wind chill factor reaches 32 degrees or lower
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Who is responsible for the compliance and enforecement of the Cold Weather Guidelines?
The respective BFC, company officer or supervisor
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When on the scene of an emergency that does not require the use of the pumps or power take off (PTO), what should be done?
Engage the pumps or PTO
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What does “engaging the pump” do for the pumps?
Allows water or hydraulic fluid to circulate and help prevent freezing
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What does opening the tank fill valve allow?
Allows water to circulate from the tank to the pump
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What (2) items must be carried on the apparatus during Cold Weather?
- Snow Melt 2. Sand
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How often should Technicians operate intakes and discharges during Cold Weather?
Frequently during the tour of duty
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Why should Technicians pay particular attention to the front and rear intake valves?
To ensure proper operation
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What should be used to thaw out frozen gates?
Tap water
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Where should all apparatus be kept durind Cold Weather?
Keep all apparatus, including reserve, inside
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How often should you bleed the air tanks?
Daily at 0700 hours and 1900 hours, more frequently if moisture is a problem
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What is recommended that members have in their lockers?
Extra sets of clothing
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What are the (3) types of hats members can wear during Cold Weather?
Skull, stocking cap or ski mask
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What are the (2) colors of the hats members are permitted to wear?
Plain solid black or dark blue with no markings at all
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What are Sweat shirts recommended for?
Only as a change of clothing, not to be worn to assume duty
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When should members utilize the 2nd set of PPE gear?
Utilize the second set of PPE gear when first set is wet
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What should company officers review with their units?
Hypothermia section of the Emergency Care and Transportation of the Sick and Injured Manual
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What should be maintained for auto accidents, building evacuations, etc.?
Extra blankets
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What is the phone number to the Emergency Management Agency?
202-727-6161
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Who should be notified to request the “Mass Casualty Van”?
Emergency Management Agency
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What is expected of supervisory personnel whenever their personnel and/or apparatus has been exposed to extremely cold weather?
To make good judgements
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Who should the responsible members coordinate with to place their unit out of service?
Responsible members shall coordinate with their superiors
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Who approves ofunits being placed out of service and placed back in service?
Battalion Fire Chief or EMS supervisor concerned
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All members should know and be alert for what signs?
Signs of hypothermia
