Chapter 10

Question 1

A ________ can be defined as the option or approach that a ISO uses to help remind firefighters to be situationally aware and to perform in a safe and predictable manner.

Answer 1

safety trigger

Question 2

While no standard exists, most people associate the color _____ with safety.

Answer 2

green

Question 3

An _________ threat is best defined as an act or condition that is judged to present a danger to persons or property that is so urgent and severe that it requires immediate corrective or preventative action.

Answer 3

imminent

Question 4

A ________ threat is an activity, condition, or inaction that is judged to have the capability, but not immediacy, to cause harm to persons or property and thus warrants monitoring and/or operational modification.

Answer 4

potential

Question 5

A _________ can be defined as awareness or suggestive communications made to crews or command staff that cause them to modify their observations and activities to prevent injury from a potential issue.

Answer 5

soft intervention

Question 6

A ____________ can be defined as a direct order to immediately stop, alter, suspend, or withdraw personnel, activities, and operations due to an imminent threat.

Answer 6

firm intervention

Question 7

ISO Traps: (3)

Answer 7

Bunker Cop
CYA Mode
The Worker

Question 8

A majority of the NIOSH investigations into multi-firefighter fatality incidents fault communication failures, most of which are caused by three barriers:

Answer 8

equipment (radio) issues
human factors
administrative controls (SOPs/training)

Question 9

While radio communication is essential, _______ is the preferred (and most effective) method for communications with the IC and outside crews.

Answer 9

face-to-face

Question 10

As a rule, the ISO should have a face-to-face communication with the IC every _____ at routine incidents and more frequently if conditions or factors change.

Answer 10

15 minutes

Question 11

CAN report

Answer 11

Conditions
Actions
Needs