EOM Random Flashcards
(20 cards)
Upon arriving at the scene, what color rotating light signifies the command post?
Green
What is the preferred number of members for a Rapid Intervention Team (RIT)?
7
If a firefighter is trapped on SIDE B of a warehouse, which side are they on?
Left
Spray patterns may be set initially on wide angle and then reduced to how many degrees to attack a fire?
30
Survivable atmosphere inside an intact aircraft fuselage involved in an exterior fuel fire is limited to how many minutes?
3
What is the recommended evacuation area for non-firefighters when military aircraft have high explosive weapons?
1500 feet
Where is the best place to cut into an airplane fuselage for rescue?
In the upper fuselage area above the windows
How many seconds do firefighters have to triage non-ambulatory victims aged 9 and above using the S.T.A.R.T system?
60 seconds
What ribbon color should be used to triage ambulatory victims?
Green
When using a center punch to break a car window, where should it be placed relative to the first BB mark?
To the left or right of
What is the minimum amount of water required at each point of flame contact to control a BLEVE explosion?
500 GPM
How long should Virahol remain on a contaminated surface before wiping?
3 minutes
For civil disturbances, what size stack-tip nozzle should be attached to a multiversal?
1 3/8 inches
At a fire scene during a civil disturbance, what does a rapid blowing of the air horn signal?
Take cover
At a Metrorail emergency, how do you shut down third rail power?
Pushing in the red button
Before leaving the Emergency Trip Station (ETS) at a Metrorail emergency, who must be notified?
Central Control
At a hazardous materials incident, where should the Command Post be located?
Cold Zone
How often should bunker gear be scheduled for cleaning at a minimum?
Every 6 months
At an interior fire, what radio call must be used to notify Command of a missing firefighter?
May-Day
What is the evacuation distance for a PCB spill incident?
200 feet
