DB 19-12 Extractor. Flashcards
To reduce the possibility of contamination and thoroughly remove products of combustion, the LAFD has installed industrial ___ and implemented the “____” to clean PPE.
1) extractor-washer machines (Extractors)
2) “Post Structure Fire Decontamination Procedures”
- Training Bulletin No. 175
PPE serves as a barrier, however, if not properly cleaned and decontaminated, it can be a source of continuous exposure to firefighters by inadvertently spreading toxins into the fire station and the home which is termed ___ exposure
second-hand
This detailed approach to PPE cleaning is a first line of ___ to reduce contamination and second-hand exposures.
defense
The “____” cleaning and inspection cycle is critical not only to extend the life of PPE, but, more importantly, to ensure that it maintains the appropriate level of protection according to the manufacturers’ requirements.
“advanced”
- extend the life of PPE
- maintains the appropriate level of protection according to the manufacturers’ requirements.
The ___ shall establish the advanced cleaning and inspection cycle for the LAFD to ensure that PPE is properly cleaned, inspected, and repaired on a routine basis.
Supply and Maintenance Division
This advanced cleaning, conducted by the LAFD’s certified ___ via pre-scheduled pick up not only launders to remove the toxic fireground contaminants, but also ensures that all layers of PPE have been inspected and repaired according to the manufacturers’ requirements.
Independent Service Provider
-pre-scheduled pick up
As directed by the ___, PPE shall be cleaned after exposure to contaminants from structural and/or brush firefighting, automobile and/or rubbish fires, and exposures from any type of hazardous materials incident.
Incident Commander
The following listed PPE shall be laundered in Extractors:
Turnout coat and pant outer and inner shell Brush jackets Brush shirts Brush pants Firefighting hoods
Regardless of exposure to contaminants at a working structure fire, PPE shall also be cleaned in an Extractor a minimum of ___ a year and may be cleaned more frequently if deemed necessary.
twice
Brush pants, brush shirts, and firefighting hoods shall be cleaned ___.
as needed.
___ shall establish cleaning schedules for their respective Battalions.
Battalion Commanders
Schedules established for each Battalion shall be consistent among ___.
all three platoons.
Considerations when establishing a cleaning schedule are dates of ___ and ___.
Battalion/Annual Inspections and advanced cleaning and inspection.
___ are to develop an annual schedule and track progress to ensure compliance.
Battalion Commanders
Task Force Stations may utilize the Engine Company or Light Force to launder that fire station’s PPE. The __th person at designated Task Forces should be avoided for PPE cleaning details.
10th
Single ___ shall be provided coverage with an Engine Company from their Battalion to allow the single Engine to launder their PPE
Engine Companies
___ shall be provided a detail arranged through the respective Battalion.
Specialized Companies
Crash, Boat, Air Operations, etc.
Any member who desires to launder their PPE off duty at a station may do so with the permission of the ___ at the location housing the equipment.
on-duty Station Commander
Companies leaving their district to launder PPE shall obtain approval from ___ prior to leaving their district. Company status while washing PPE shall be “CAV” with the permission of MFC.
Metropolitan Fire Communications (MFC)
Companies laundering PPE shall monitor their designated MFC dispatch channel. Companies are strongly encouraged to launder PPE in the ___ hours due to daytime activities
evening
Preparation of PPE Liners and Shells:
Don __ Gloves
EMS
Preparation of PPE Liners and Shells:
Inner Liners - Detach liner from outer shells. Only inner liners shall be washed ___.
together
Preparation of PPE Liners and Shells:
Outer Shells - Fasten hooks or other metal parts and turn the shells ___ to avoid damage to the Extractor drum. Only turnout shells shall be washed together.
inside out
Preparation of PPE Liners and Shells:
Fasten all hook and loop (Velcro) closures to each other to reduce the likelihood of damage to ___ parts of the PPE.
delicate
