Fireworks And Explosives Flashcards

1
Q

What is the definition of explosives?

A

Any material that is capable of undergoing a self contained and self sustained exothermic chemical reaction at a rate that is sufficient to produce substantial pressure.

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2
Q

Explosive hazards are identified as?

A

Yankee Hazard

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3
Q

What are the two types of explosive materials?

A

Detonating and deflagrating

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4
Q

How far away can radio controlled explosive be detonated from

A

60 meters

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5
Q

How are will crews identify explosive hazards.

A
7.2d
ORD
Fire safety 
Local Authority
HSE
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6
Q

What is the sign for a yankee hazard on the MDT

A

Red triangle with black exclamation mark

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7
Q

On arrivial where should the appliance be sited

A

At a suitable distance from the known explosive hazard

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8
Q

What information must the IC obtain upon arrival about the explosives

A
Type
Quantity 
Location
Storage
Involment
Site plans
Fixed installation 
Safety control measures
Separation
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9
Q

When explosives are confirmed involved what must the IC do

A

Send priority message “explosives confirmed involved “

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10
Q

Maximum storage amounts

A

Fireworks domestic shop 250kg in ISO container.

Gun enthusiast 20kg of black powder

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11
Q

Hazard zones

A

200 meters for 250kg (small car)
600 meters for 251kg - 2000kg and military explosives HD1
1000 meters for explosives over 2000kg

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12
Q

Who can advise the OIC

A

HMEPO

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13
Q

When dealing with IED explosives who takes the lead

A

Police

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14
Q

What distance must radios not be used in from the explosive materials

A

60 meters

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15
Q

What distance cant radios be used for military explosives

A

600m

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16
Q

What can identify a vehicle carrying explosives

A

Orange plate fixed to front and rear