Elevator Incidents (and Appendix)

Question 1

Elevator Incidents (and Appendix)

The TSSA only requires the “TSSA Elevating Device Reporting Form” to be filled out and sent to them if a civilian or fire fighter is:

Answer 1

Injured:

• during an entrapment
• during a rescue
• due to any part of an elevator systems components

Question 2

Elevator Incidents (and Appendix)

What is the difference between a Level 1 Operations and Level 2 Operations at Elevator Incidents.

Answer 2

Level 1 Operation (Standby): Trapped in a elevator, waiting for elevator mechanic. Non-life threatening
Level 2 Operations (Rescue): Upgrade to Elevator Rescue Team to extricate patient due to:
- Medical factors
- Severe environmental factors (high temp)
- Immediate threat to life or extreme environmental factors

Question 3

Elevator Incidents (and Appendix)

What is the minimum number of certified elevator rescue personnel required to respond to an elevator rescue?

Answer 3

3

*officer of the elevator rescue crew shall advise the DC when the apparatus does not have at least 3 certified personnel

Question 4

Elevator Incidents (and Appendix)

T/F MFES may clear the incident if the Officer is satisfied that a responsible person is standing by and assessing the occupants for any change in condition?

Answer 4

True