Lesson 4 - Major Incidents Flashcards
1
Q
What are the initial actions/priorities of a first responder?
A
- Decide if it is a Major incident and declare it following the METHANE principal
- Preserve life
- Prevent escalation
- Ensure the safety of all
- Preservation of the scene (Secure evidence)
- Minimise disruption to community
- Secure/detain offenders
- Ensure due process of law
- Return to normality
2
Q
What are the 3 basic levels of command?
A
- Bronze, Operation Commander (The officer in charge at the scene)
- Silver, Tactical Commander (An officer operating remotely to facilitate and support the needs of the Bronze Commander)
- Gold, Strategic Commander (A senior Officer with an overview of the entire incident)
3
Q
What does METHANE stand for?
A
- Major incident declared?
- Exact location?
- Type of incident?
- Hazards present, potential or suspected?
- Access/Rendezvous point
- Number, type, severity of casualties
- Emergency services present and those required
4
Q
Who is based on the Inner Cordon line?
A
Forwards Control Point
5
Q
Who is based on the Outer Cordon?
A
- Casualty Clearing Station
- Ambulance Loading Point
- Rendezvous Point
- Marshalling Area
6
Q
Who is based outside of the Outer Cordon?
A
Media Liaison Point
