ERP add 3 IED Flashcards
Most frequently used weapon by terrorists
Conventional bomb or IED
Hard Targets vs Soft Targets
Hard: Secured & staffed w/trained personnel ex- govt or military sites
Soft: Little/No security w/possibility of extensive casualties ex- Malls, hospitals
Can FD members handle any type of device thought to be explosive or incendiary
Members shall NOT…request NYPD & stay out of line-of-site of device
Profile of contemporary suicide bomber
There is NO profile
If terrorist activity is suspected members are NOT to confront individuals. Notify
BFI
Upon discovery of any type of lab, notify
BC & DC, Request Haz Mat response, NYPD & BFI
Members shall NOT attempt to handle or move any firearm, ammunition, or incendiary device. Prompt notification shall be made to _ followed by notification to _
IC; NYPD & BFI (Notify guys w/guns), Evidence only handled by NYPD or BFI
Suspected Explosive Device w/PD NOT on scene. NO HT or cell phone used w/in _’.
Rigs, Post Radio, & Marine radios NOT within _’
150’ of suspected device
300’
Does FD search for explosive devices
Refrain from entering a structure or bldg to search for explosive devices. Request PD to sweep areas for explosives and secondary devices
3 influencing factors for confirmed explosive devices
Time-Distance-Shielding
Which hydrants should Eng take for confirmed explosive devices
Eng shall ID hydrants on water main other than those near the device (Use DEP for assistance if needed)
T/F Incipient fire may be extinguished & personnel withdrawn until area is surveyed by bomb squad personnel if further explosions are suspected
True
What do FD Units do if they encounter an active shooter
Immediately withdraw area, seek cover, provide physical description of shooter (clothing, type of weapon, # of shooters). Use distance & shielding. Do NOT operate unless extreme threat to life exists
Smoke detector activation, you determine its cause is from an odor emanating from a possible clandestine lab. You immediately stop, retrace your steps and back out of the area. Once outside, you notify all except? A. Battalion and Deputy Chief B. Bureau of Fire Prevention C. Haz Mat was notified to respond D. NYPD and BFI
B
If terrorist activity is suspected, members are not to confront individuals. Who should you notify: A. NYPD B. Bureau of Fire Investigation C. Administrative Battalion Chief D. Administrative Deputy Chief
B