Emergency Tree Cutting and Clearing (AUC 301)

Question 1

FD operations on private property are limited to?

Answer 1

assisting injured or trapped members and preventing unauthorized entry into danger area

members can remove obstructions blocking entrance to a building-this is based on other adequate means of ext and complexity of the operation

Question 2

When can members attempt to remove a tree, that has fallen on a vehicle?

Answer 2

rescue, first aid or ESTABLISH EMERGENCY LANE

Question 3

When does the IC turn over operations to Park Department Forestry Unit?

Answer 3

NO FIRE OR LIFE HAZARD

-depending on response activity , FD may assist if requested

Question 4

Who is to be notified for structural damage which may affect public safety?

Answer 4

DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS

Question 5

Any structure involved in the Incident is…?

Answer 5

• search for injured or trapped occupants

- assessed for structural stability

Question 6

If a fallen tree is resting on ELECTRICAL WIRE, members are to?

Answer 6

check electrical service of affected buildings

sap of tree is excellent conductor

NO CUTTING OR MOVING IS TO BE ATTEMPTED UNTIL THE UTILITY COMPANY CERTIFIES THA POWER HAS BEEN REMOVED AND WIRES HAVE BEEN DISENGAGED FROM THE TREES

Question 7

Cain saw?

Answer 7

-not to operated from a ladder

MAY BE OPERATED FROM TOWER LADDER

• start saw in basket/ hold outside basket until it is shut off
• operator wear safety belt and keep both feet in the basket

Question 8

Members actions at tree cutting and removal incidents are limited to …?

Answer 8

actions necessary TO ALLEVIATE AN EMERGENCY