General Orders questions

Question 1

G.O. (102.02) Protective Clothing

Name six things that should NEVER be done when cleaning Personal Protective Clothing?

Answer 1

1. Never use Bleach
2. Never dry clean
3. Never use fabric softeners
4. Do not use soap or cleaners
5. Never use water over 140 degrees F
6. Never launder in a washer (extractors only)

Question 2

G.O. (102.02) Protective Clothing

What is the laundering capacity of our extractors?

Answer 2

The capacity is 4 components or 2 sets (outer shells or liners) of PPC at one time

Question 3

G.O. (102.02) Protective Clothing

The first step in cleaning PPC which should happen on scene and is mandatory?

Answer 3

After exiting the Hot Zone personnel should perform gross decon of gear

Question 4

G.O. (102.02) Protective Clothing

Components of PPC should be washed in water temps that are between __ and __ degrees F?

Answer 4

Washing water temp is between 110 and 120 degrees F.

Question 5

G.O. (102.02) Protective Clothing

Gear should be placed in the conex box for drying however it should never be left longer then __ hours?

Answer 5

4 hours