J&B Chapter 1 - The Safety Officer Role Flashcards
The individual assigned and authorized by the fire chief as the manager of the health and safety program
• Health and Safety Officer
A member of the command staff responsible for monitoring and assessing safety hazards or unsafe situations and for developing measures to ensure personnel safety.
• Incident Safety Officer
An incident response system developed by the Department of Homeland Security
• National Incident Management System
A mental health disorder that can develop in individuals who have experienced a terrifying ordeal that involved physical harm or the threat of harm.
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
What does hazard MEDIC stand for and mean as it relates to the ISO’s responsibilities?
- M = Monitor the incident environment and activities
- E = Evaluate hazard potentials
- D = Develop preventative measures
- I = Intervene when a threat exists
- C = Communicate urgent and advisory safety messages
What is the difference between an incident safety officer (ISO) and a health and safety officer (HSO)?
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In general terms, explain the history of today’s safety officer in the industrial world as well as in the fire service?
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