Chapter 11 Flashcards

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The smoke plume must be considered when the incident commander designates the hot zone at an operation.

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Firefighters should be aware of good hygiene practices to minimize their exposure to harmful substances both on scene and post-incident.

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Firefighters can protect themselves to a great extent by limiting exposure and conducting fireground decontamination.

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Gross on scene decontamination of PPE and firefighting equipment should be undertaken in the warm zone prior to PPE or equipment being removed to the cold zone and placed back on the fire appratus.

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The incident commander should take into account the travel of the smoke plume when designating the perimeter of the hot zone.

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On returning to quarters, firefighters should ensure gear is cleaned in accordance with Chapter 7 of NFPA 1851 immediately after the fire has been extinguished and firefighting operations have concluded.

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Strict use of all PPE must continue in the post-control phase of operations in the hot zone.

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Initial decontamination of all PPE can be completed with a 1 inch hose line utilizing a 10 to 40 gpm nozzle or a garden hose.

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10-minute self-rehabilitation after working for 30 minutes on SCBA cylinder or 20 minutes of intense work.

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