Chapter 21 - TIC

Question 1

what is the camera we use?

Answer 1

MSA 5200 TIC thermal imaging camera

Question 2

infrared emitters x 3

Answer 2

passive - absorb and disipate - chair

active - emit ir energy in low to medium strength - me
direct - constant high strength ir emitter - hot water tank

Question 3

modes of operations

Answer 3

normal mode
high sensitivity low temp (0-320degrees f)
275 - yellow
297 - red

the gauge on right spans temps 0-302

ff mode
low sensitivity and high temp
illuminated L in lower left corner
-842 - yellow then orange
- 914 - red
- 1040 degrees f

camera freezes or shutters every 45 seconds for recalibration. green square top left

Question 4

toc 3 keys to effective ops

Answer 4

orientations
interpretation
communication

Question 5

what are the scanning priorities?

Answer 5

Scan cieling - temp variation and elevation

scan the centre of the room - looking for exits and openings

scan the floor - looking for hazards and patients

scan behind as u progress to ensure nothing is missed