Drill Manual - RIC & Accountability Flashcards
If you are first in to a structure fire and the Captain is apart of I-RIC. Do they need to have a SCBA on?
yes
What are the two exceptions to the “Two-in and Two-out” rule?
- known rescue
- incipient phase fire that can be put out with an extinguisher
What are some examples of RIC “designators” you might use for high-rise or a large commercial warehouse?
High-rise = RIC 1, RIC 2, RIC 3, etc
Warehouse = RIC Alpha, RIC Bravo, RIC Charlie, RIC Delta
When the RIC Group is deployed or activated, RIC operations should occur on the ___________ channel or ____________
for non-SDFD incidents.
Incident RIC channel
secondary TAC channel for non-SDFD incidents
Communictaion with the down or missing firefighter ideally should take place on what channel?
“P” papa ( emergency channel )
When we speak of “softening the structure” for RIC, what does this mean?
removing bars off the windows
unlocking doors
placing ladders to windows
- DO NOT cause unwarranted damage to the structure!
What are the assignments you want to give RIC?
soften the structure
develop a RIC plan
and position on the ___ side
Once a firefighter is distressed or missing….what announcement do you want to make?
STATE:
“Emergency Traffic” keep the air clear
Deploy the RIC and designate a RIC Group Supervisor (last known location)
order additional resources if you haven’t already
notify FCC of the RIC activation
If there are firefighters in the area of a RIC deployment, should those firefighters assist with the rescue of the missing or distressed firefighter?
YES; provided the fire can be kept at bay
The number one priority in getting to downed or missing firefighter is?
to quickly locate them and provide them AIR
Once RIC has been activated, who will determine the last known location? pg. 29-11
The RIC will determine the last known location
What’s the minimum amount the First RIC team needs to bring inside with them? pg.29-12
RIC Bag
TIC (preferably two)
Forcible Entry Tool
Tag Line
The MOST IMPORTANT factor in a successful RIC deployment is? pg. 29-12
pre-planning and training as a crew
Ideally in the RIC formation, what position “in-line” is the Captain?
Second in the POE
Once you are deployed as RIC, what channels do you want to monitor? pg. 29-13
Command
TAC
RIC (N series)
“P” papa for that zone
FireMarsdirect “13P”
The Captain’s “CREW” accountability tag should be clipped where? pg.29-13
To the Tag Line prior to entry
Who is responsible for tending the tag line? pg.29-14
Support #2 (Fire Engineer)
Who should ideally tie off the tag line once the downed firefighter is reached?
Supprt #2, Fire Engineer
Upon removing the trapped firefighter in RIC operations, who takes up the rear? pg. 29-15
Either the Captain or Engineer
When should the SCBA Mask replacement occur in a RIC scenario? pg. 29-16
AS LAST RESORT ONLY or firefighter from different agency doesn’t have compatible SCBA
What are the two preferred options for providing air to a trapped firefighter?
UAC hot-fill and EBSS Buddy Breathing
To don the RIC bag SCBA mask, have the face piece out and connected to the EBSS with doffing switch_____?
NOT depressed to allow air to flow
If there is damage to the downed firefighters air cylinder you must use___________?
EBSS connect
Once the UAC is connected how long does it take to fill the bottle?
50 seconds
When training with the UAC only use ____ bottles in the RIC pack?
empty
The re-staffed RIC will be known as? pg.29-17
“Back Up RIC”
Physical tracking of firefighters entering an IDLH, such as an “AO” is mandated by whom?
OSHA
Color Codes for Accountability tags?
Black = Trucks Red = Engines Purple = Chief Officers & ICS Command Staff Positions Green = Speciality (HAZMAT, Rescue, etc) Blue = EMS
What type of incidents should you leave you “Company Accountability Tag” ?
Large Scale Incidents
On a HAZMAT incident where would you leave your “Company” accountability tag? pg. 29-18
At the perimeter of the warm zone
Lobby in high rise fires
Where should the Accountability Box be stored? pg. 29-20
Next to the Captain’s SCBA
Accountability Officers must wear what?
Full PPE with SCBA on
A PAR may be initiated by?
IC, division supervisor, A/O or safety officer, after approval from the IC.
A PAR should be conducted when?
- When changing from offensive to defensive mode.
• After any significant event (collapse, explosion, etc.).
• During extended periods of interior attack
• Following suspicion or confirmation of firefighter down/trapped/missing.
• Following the building evacuation signal
• As deemed necessary
For Accountability purposes what must Company Officers do before the fire comes on?
log on to MDC
update the staffing rosters
update the radio database
Cal OSHA Title __, sec______ and NFPA 1500 mandate the adherence to the “Two-in, Two-out” policy when working within an IDLH atmosphere, also known as the “buddy system
title 8, section 5144
On smaller incidents the IC or designee can utilize the A/O’s ___ to check the status of interior teams
ATR
What NFPA regulates Two In and Two Out?
NFPA 1500
An IDLH as it relates to structure fires?
any fire which is beyond the incipient stage and which cannot be controlled by Class II Standpipes or small hose systems without the need for protective clothing or SCBA
An accountability officer is required at _____________________________ in order to ensure accurate accountability,
all utilized entrance and exit points of an IDLH atmosphere
