Chap 14 USPS BIO-DETECTION OPS

Question 0

When responding to any type of run at USPS bulk facilities what should always be done

Answer 0

Verify the type of incident responding too

Question 1

Must you complete a CIDS FOR A USPS facility with bio-detection system ?

Answer 1

CIDS MANDATORY
INCLUDE IN transmitted Data section
“USPS BIO-detection system”

Question 2

If a BDS alarm goes off in a USPS bulk facilty where will postal workers be

Answer 2

The will proceed to a SAFE REFUGE AREA” within the facility and await establishment if decon areas by the Fdny

NOTE : USPS refers to this area as “IN PLANT REFUGE “

Question 3

1st arriving units at BDS alarm in USPS bulk facility will report where?

Answer 3

Initial emergency response meeting point and make contact with USPS liaison

Question 4

Who is responsible for searches in USPS facility

Answer 4

USPS will be responsible for accounting for all employes , visitors and or customers and are responsible to conduct a primary and search if necessary

Question 5

When can units on the initial alarm enter facility during initial stages of operation ?

Answer 5

Units responding on the initial alarm will not enter facility in early stages unless there is a life hazard that needs to be addressed immediately

Question 6

If initial alarm units make entry for life safety then :

Answer 6

1. Wear full PPE ( bunker gear and SCBA is acceptable for life safety if higher level of PPE is not available )
2. Prior to entry , an emergency Decon area shall be established and a back up team designated
3. After exit process to CRZ for Decon
4. Maintain respiratory protection throughout Decon process

Question 7

Exposure groups at bio detection in a USPS bulk facility will be divided into 3 groups . Who will determine where employes of the facility fall into specific groups

Answer 7

The USPS will determine where people fit into each exposure group