Inland Water Flashcards
The risk benefit analysis for water rescue is based on…
Judgement, experience and training
During a water rescue event, it is recommended that when resources are available _______ should be used at the command post.
Technical Specialist
The term “Technical Specialist” as referred to in the Inland Water Rescue Manual would be…
Swift Water Rescue Technician
Orientation during a water rescue incident is based on…
Direction of Flow
During a water rescue incident, the incident commander needs to view the incident with a…
6 sided approach
Part of the size up during a water rescue incident should include…
Marking the water level upon arrival
The use of structural gear during a water rescue is…
Not acceptable
The are referred to as the _____ zone during water rescue incident is within 10 feet of the water.
Warm
During a water rescue event “non trained” personnel are allow in the _____ zone.
Cold
The use of ______ whistle blast during a water rescue requires all personnel to look in that direction.
One long
Fire apparatus may enter the “hot zone” of a water rescue incident.
Never
As a general rule, it could require up to ______ personnel to affect a a daylight water rescue.
16
A ______ is considered the highest risk and lowest frequency as a type of water rescue.
Helicopter
Trucks, Towers and Rescues should be staged ______ in a water rescue.
A place that enables easy deployment
During a ice rescue the _____ should be identified from the shore to assist the dive team if they are needed.
Initial Victim Location
