Metro SOGs Flashcards
1
Q
A Metrorail emergency could rapidly overwhelm Department and city resources. Regular training, pre-emergency planning, development and use of ______ ______ ______ (____), and prudent use of the ______ _____ ____ _____ (____) are necessary to be prepared to manage such an incident.
A
standard operating guidelines (SOG’s), National Incident Management System (NIMS)
Metrorail SOG Manual Ch. 1 pg. 1
2
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On Metrorail emergencies, truck companies will be concerned with what?
A
Safety supervision, emergency medical care, logistics, and support functions.
Metrorail SOG Manual Ch. 1 pg. 1
3
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The overall strategy for managing a METRO emergency can be organized into four steps. What acronym is used to remember the steps?
A
ACRE
Metrorail SOG’s Ch. 1 pg. 2
4
Q
What does the acronym ACRE stand for?
A
A. Access - Locate the emergency and find the best access to the site.
C. Control - Control the emergency; manage the victims, remove the hazards, extinguish any fire, ventilate, and organize the scene.
R. Rescue - Rescue any entrapped victims.
E. Evacuate and EMS - Evacuate the site and provide emergency medical care as needed.
Metrorail SOG’s Ch. 1 pg. 2
5
Q
What does Metro ROCC stand for?
A
Metro Rail Operations Control Center
Metrorail SOG’s Ch. 2 pg. 1
6
Q
A Metro Station Box Alarm will be dispatched for the report of what?
A
The report of a fire, smoke, or other major incident located in a station.
Metrorail SOG’s Ch. 2 pg. 1
7
Q
A report of a derailment, crash, or potential mass casualty incident in a station will have a METRO Station Box alarm dispatch and what additional units?
A
A 2nd Rescue Squad, a Mass Casualty Task Force, and additional EMS units based on the report will be added.
Metrorail SOG’s Ch. 2 pg. 1
8
Q
For the report of an explosion, major hazmat, or multiple victims, cause unknown, on a METRO Station Box alarm what unit will be added to the initial dispatch?
A
The Hazmat Unit.
Metrorail SOG’s Ch. 2 pg. 1
9
Q
A Metro Station Box Alarm has what assignment?
A
5 - Engines
2 - Trucks
1 - BFC’s-Ops (1st due is Incident Commander)
1 - BFC-SpOps (if not available, a BFC-FFD is dispatched)
1 - Rescue Squad
1 - EMS Supervisor
1 - Basic EMS Unit
1 - Medic Unit
1 - Safety Battalion Chief
Metrorail SOG’s Ch. 2 pg. 1
10
Q
On a Metro Station Box Alarm all units except the ______ due engine will be dispatched to the main station entrance?
A
Fourth.
Metrorail SOG’s Ch. 2 pg. 1
11
Q
On a Metro Station Box Alarm the fourth due engine will be dispatched where?
A
To a specific alternate entrance or emergency exit in the case of single entry stations.
Metrorail SOG’s Ch. 2 pg. 1
12
Q
When will a Metro Surface or Aerial Box Alarm be dispatched?
A
For the report of a fire, smoke, or other major incident located on a Metro surface or aerial right of way.
Metrorail SOG’s Ch. 2 pg. 2
13
Q
Metro Surface and Aerial Box Alarms will have what following assignment?
A
5 - Engines
2 - Trucks
1 - BFC’s-Ops (1st due is IC)
1 - BFC-SpOps (if not available, a BFC-FFD is dispatched)
1 - Rescue Squad
1 - EMS Supervisor
1 - Basic EMS Unit
1 - Medic Unit
1 - Safety Battalion Chief
Metrorail SOG’s Ch. 2 pg. 2
14
Q
What unit is automatically dispatched and what role do they play on all Metro Aerial Box Alarm assignments?
A
Tower 3 will be automatically dispatched as a 3rd truck on a Metro Aerial Box Alarm.
Metrorail SOG’s Ch. 2 pg. 2
15
Q
On Metro Surface and Aerial Box Alarms, when will the HazMat Unit be added?
A
The report of an explosion, major hazmat, or multiple victims, and unknown.
Metrorail SOG’s Manual Ch. 2 pg. 2
16
Q
When will a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm be dispatched?
A
For the report of a fire, smoke, or other major incident in a Metro tunnel.
Metrorail SOG’s Ch. 2 pg. 2
17
Q
A Metro Tunnel Box Alarm will have what following assignment?
A
PRIMARY STATION
4 - Engines
2 - Trucks
1 - BFC-FFD
1 - BFC-SpOps(if not available, a BFC-Ops will be sent)
1 - Rescue Squad
1 - EMS Supervisor
1 - Basic Unit
1 - Medic Unit
1 - Safety Battalion Chief
SECONDARY STATION
2 - Engines
1 - Truck
Metrorail SOG’s Ch. 2 pg. 3
18
Q
The station closest to the incident will be designated what? The station most distant from the incident will be designated what?
A
The Primary Station, the Secondary Station
Metrorail SOG’s Manual Ch. 2 pg. 3
19
Q
On a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm what units are dispatched to the Primary Station?
A
Four (4) Engines, Two (2) Trucks, One (1) BFC-FFD, One (1) BFC-SpOps, One (1) Rescue Squad, One (1) Medic Unit, One (1) Ambulance, One (1) EMS Supervisor, One (1) Safety Battalion Chief.
Metrorail SOG’s Ch. 2 pg. 3
20
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On a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm what units are dispatched to the Secondary Station?
A
Two (2) Engines, One (1) Truck
Metrorail SOG’s Manual Ch. 2 pg. 3
21
Q
A report of a derailment in a Metro tunnel will have what kind of Alarm dispatched?
A
A Metro Tunnel Box Alarm, in addition, a 2nd rescue squad, a Mass Casualty Task Force, and additional EMS units based on the report may be added to the initial assignment.
Metrorail SOG’s Manual Ch. 2 pg. 3
22
Q
On a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm Assignment, the Hazmat Unit will be added for the report of what?
A
An explosion, major hazmat, multiple victims, or cause unknown incident.
Metrorail SOG’s Manual Ch. 2 pg. 3
23
Q
The initial actions on a Metro Local Alarm is to first identify if the incident is what? Then to either address what?
A
If the incident is an emergency or a maintenance issue.
Either address the emergency or ensure that WMATA does not need assistance.
Metrorail SOG’s Manual Ch. 2 pg. 4
24
Q
A Metro Local Alarm consists of what units?
A
3- Engines
2- Trucks
1- BFC-Ops (Incident Commander)
1- Special Operations Battalion Chief
Metrorail SOG’s Ch. 2 pg. 4
25
On Metro Local Alarm Assignments, the size up of the first arriving unit should include pertinent information to confirm what?
the problem that initiated the response as a maintenance problem or an emergency response.
Metrorail SOG's Manual Ch. 2 pg. 4
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The goal of the initial actions of the units on Metro Local Alarm are to first identify if the incident is what
An emergency or a maintenance issue. Then to either address the emergency or ensure that WMATA does not need assistance.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 2 pg. 4
27
On a Metro Local Alarm Assignment, what is considered a maintenance problem?
An issue in which METRO Emergency Response Team (ERT) is working to resolve and the fire department will maintain incident command and provide support requested by the ERT leader.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 2 pg. 4
28
On a Metro Local Alarm Assignment, what is considered an emergency response?
Is for any event that is an immediate threat to the health and safety of responders or citizens.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 2 pg. 4
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On Metro Local Alarm Assignments the Incident Commander (IC)- 1st Due Battalion Fire Chief-Operations Division will request/receive and record further size-up and incident information from ____ _____ and Fire/EMS units on the assigned tac channel to include:
ROCC Liaison
1. Location of the emergency.
2. Status of third rail power on all tracks in the area.
3. Train movement.
4. Confirmation of ROCC contact with train operator.
5. Ventilation system status.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 2 pg. 5
30
On a Metro Local Alarm Assignment who is in the Recon Group?
First and Second due Engines, First Due truck, and Special Operations Battalion Chief.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 2 pg. 5
31
On Metro Local Alarm Assignments, the First Due Engine who will enter the station and where will the UDC be placed? The driver's PAT will be where?
The officer and two firefighters will enter the station at the Entry Control Point. The UDC will be placed on the officer's seat to be picked up by the Accountability Group. The driver's PAT will be removed and kept with the driver.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 2 pg. 6
32
Metro station keys are located in the Knox Box. Where is the Knox Box usually found?
The Knox Box is usually found on the right side of the station entrance, just inside the access gate.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 2 pg. 6
33
On Metro station Local Alarm Assignments, the First Due Engine will proceed to the kiosk closest to the tunnel involved and obtain information from a Metro representative to include what?
1. Location of the emergency.
2. Status of third rail power on all tracks in the area.
3. Train movement.
4. Confirmation of ROCC contact with train operator.
5. Ventilation system status.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 2 pg. 6
34
On Metro station Local Alarm Assignments, the First Due Engine will fill station standpipe as necessary with ____ _____ only. Slowly increase to ___ psi if needed.
hydrant pressure. 150
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 2 pg. 7
35
On Metro station Local Alarm Assignments, the Second Due Engine will place UDC's where? The drivers PAT will be kept where?
On the officer's seat of the first-due engine. The driver's PAT will be removed and kept with the driver.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 2 pg. 7
36
On Metro station Local Alarm Assignments, the First Due Truck, will respond to the station and park where? Where will the UDC be placed?
Park one block away. The UDC will be placed on the officer's seat of the 1st due engine.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 2 pg. 7
37
On Metro station Local Alarm Assignments, the Third Due Engine Company will remain what?
uncommitted (2 blocks away in line of approach).
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 2 pg. 7
38
The 3rd due Engine Company on a Metro Local Alarm will remain uncommitted and available to perform multiple tasks as directed by the IC including but not limited to the following:
* Standby to assist the Recon Group to provide a communications relay.
* Standby to serve as the accountability officer at the Entry Control Point should the assignment be ungraded.
* Standby to respond to the secondary station entrance or alternate entrance if the incident is reported in a single-entry station.
* Standby to respond to the Secondary Station and serve as the Secondary Station Recon Group Supervisor if the incident is reported to be in the right of way between two stations.
Metrorail SOG's Manual Ch. 2 pg. 7, 8
39
When will a Metro Hazardous Material/CB-EMIS assignment be dispatched?
The report of a hazardous material incident, a suspicious package / powder incident, or CB-EMIS alarm in the Metro System.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 2 pg. 8
40
A Metro Hazardous Materials/CB-EMIS alarm response consists of what following assignment?
3 - Engines
1 - Truck
1 - SpOps BFC (if not available, a BFC-Ops will be sent)
1 - Rescue Squad
1 - EMS Supervisor
1 - Basic Unit
1 - Medic Unit
1 - Safety Battalion Chief
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 2 pg. 8
3-Engines
1-Truck
1-Special Ops BFC (Incident Commander)
1-Firefighting Division BFC (Metro Liaison at OCC)
1-Rescue Squad
1-Hazmat Unit
1-EMS Supervisor
1-Medic Unit
1-Basic Unit
1-Safety Officer
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 13 pg. 2
41
When will a Metro Rescue Alarm be dispatched?
For persons injured or trapped anywhere in the Metro system that will require technical rescue capabilities.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 2 pg. 8
42
A Metro Rescue Alarm will have what minimum assignment?
1 - Engine
1 - Truck
1 - SpOps BFC (if not available, a BFC-Ops will be sent)
1 - Rescue Squad
1 - EMS Supervisor
1 - Basic Unit
1 - Medic Unit
1 - Safety Battalion Chief
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 2 pg. 8
43
If any Metro incident involves a high angle rope rescue, collapse, or confined space rescue what additional units will respond? And who's responsibility is it to ensure the correct resources are dispatched?
2nd Rescue Squad, Collapse Task Force Units, Hazmat Unit, Air unit.
The responding BFC in charge.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 2. pg. 8
44
A Metro Medical Local Alarm response assignment consist of what units?
1st Responder Unit (I.e., engine truck, or rescue squad)
EMS Unit(s) (basic, medic, and/or a Supervisor, as appropriate.)
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 2 pg. 9
45
Medical emergencies which occur in the Metro system, but are not located where? will be handled in accordance with normal Medical Local Alarm protocols.
located in the right of way, such as on a platform or mezzanine, do not involve control of 3rd rail power to address, or do not involve entrapment on an escalator.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 2 pg. 9
46
All personnel entering any Metro right of way will do what?
All personnel will wear full personal protective equipment (PPE), including self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), unless they are responding to a medical local alarm.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 1
47
What is the greatest hazard while operating in the right of way?
A moving train. Be aware that an approaching train may not be readily heard.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3. pg. 1
48
Always treat the third rail as if what?
As if it were energized. Never touch the third rail, even after it has been confirmed that it has been de-energized.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 1
49
When is the third rail touched?
Never, even after it has been confirmed it has been de-energized.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 1
50
A Warning Strobe and Alarm Device does what?
It will not protect you from electrical shock. It can only warn you that the third rail has been energized.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 1
51
No one will enter the track bed until all of what provisions have been met?
1. Permission has been granted by the Incident Commander. (IC)
2. Metro OCC has confirmed that all power has been removed and all train movement in the area has stopped.
3. The emergency trip switches (ETS) have been pushed for all affected sections of track.
4. The third rail has been tested with a volt probe.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 1
52
Whenever you encounter a gap in the third rail, what must be done?
Each new section must be tested, and de-energized.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 1
53
If personnel encounter a new section of third rail before coming to a blue lightbox, what may happen? After the next ETS is pushed, what must be done with that new section of third rail?
The third rail may be energized. Personnel may have to walk past energized sections of the third rail in order to get to an ETS to remove the power. The new section of third rail must be tested to insure that power has been removed to that section.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 1
54
How many different sections of third rail may be at a switching area, crossover area, or interlocking?
Six (6) different sections.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 2
55
At a switching area, crossover area, or interlocking what must be done to remove all third rail power?
All Emergency Trip Switches (ETS) in the area must be operated in order to remove all third rail power. WSAD's must be placed on each de-energized section of third rail.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 2
56
Why must caution be used when operating near any switches?
They operate instantly, without warning, and close with several hundred pounds of pressure.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 2
57
Why is a switch still dangerous, even if the third rail power is off?
The electrical power that controls these switches are independent from the third rail power.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 2
58
How are personnel to operate safely around switches?
They will be placed in the "blocked" position with 4-inch x 4-inch cribbing that is carried on the rescue squads. Cribbing may sometimes be found in the tunnels near the switches.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 2
59
Never ____ a third rail current collector paddle or "pickup shoe". If any of the current collector paddles or "pickup shoes" on a car are in contact with an energized third rail, all paddles are what?
If a car is in contact with two or more sections of third rail what must happen?
touch. All paddles on that car will be energized. Each section must be de-energized and tested.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 3
60
How is a wheel chocked on a metro car?
Use four wheel chocks to chock a wheel on each side of a car. Chock in front of and behind each wheel.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 3
61
All personnel will carry what, whenever they are in the tunnel right of way?
A flashlight.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 3
62
What does "NO CLEARANCE" signs in a tunnel mean?
They are signs displayed at locations where there is insufficient clearance between the train and the tunnel walls or other immovable objects.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 3
63
Chopper controller cars, Rohr 1000 & 8000, Breda 3000 & 4000, and CAF/AAI 5000 Series numbered cars can all do what?
Store electrical current in their resistor grids for up to 15 minutes after third rail power has been removed. This is a lethal hazard.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 3
64
Where is the Filter Capacitor Discharge Switch (FCDS) located?
It is located on the bottom of the chopper control box.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 3
65
The electrical power should be discharged in about how long after the operation of the FCDS?
If personnel will be working in the trackbed near the undercarriage of the train, what must be operated?
In about 15 seconds after the operation of the FCDS.
FCDS (Filter Capacitor Discharge Switch)
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 3
66
Cam controller cars do not store electrical energy in their resistor grids but they are what?
The controller boxes are _____ ______ and should what?
thermally hot. bolted closed and should never be opened by fire service personnel.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3. pg. 3
67
Stray current is NOT lethal but may cause a shock if what? Will stray current remain after the third rail power is removed?
A car or running rail and a grounded object are touched simultaneously. Yes, it may be higher when the third rail is wet.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 3
68
When will personnel enter a shaft?
Personnel will not enter any shaft except when it is also an emergency exit with a stairway, and permission has been granted to make such entry.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 4
69
When are fan and vent shafts not used? Why?
Fan and vent shafts which only have fixed ladders will not be used. These ladders are too steep and narrow to provide adequate safety, and do not always terminate at the track bed.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 4
70
What is "flagging"?
A procedure used to warn oncoming trains of an obstruction on the tracks.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 4
71
Where should personnel be positioned as a signaler to an oncoming train?
In a safe area approximately 750 feet on each side of the incident for Metro trains.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 4
72
If a train approaches on a metro incident, what should the positioned personnel do?
Stand in a safe area, swing the lighted hand light horizontally from side to side across the track so that it can be seen by the approaching train operator.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 4
73
When flagging is used for railroads, such as Amtrak, B&O, or CSX, what should the distance be and why?
The distance should be increased to two miles. These trains travel at higher speeds and will have longer stopping distances.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 4
74
Radios must be ____ to verify radio contact between personnel operating on the tracks, signalers, and commanders.
tested
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 4
75
What does WSAD stand for?
Warning Strobe Alarm Device
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 5
76
The WSAD is a device used to do what?
Alert personnel when power has been restored to a de-energized section of third rail.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 5
77
Will a WSAD protect you from electrical shock?
No. If you are in contract with the third rail when power is restored you will be electrocuted.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 5
78
Is the WSAD used to test the third rail?
No.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 5
79
WSAD's are carried by whom?
All truck companies, rescue squads, Air Units, and the HazMat Unit
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 5
80
How many WSAD's are to be used whenever personnel are in the track bed area?
At least one WSAD will be used whenever personnel are in the track bed area. At least one WSAD will be placed on each section of third rail that personnel are exposed to in the work area.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 5
81
How many WSAD's will be placed on each section of third rail that personnel are exposed to in the work area?
At least one. This includes all third rail sections that are in contact with the involved train. At least one WSAD will be placed in front of and behind the involved train.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 5
82
How many WSAD's may be required at crossovers and inter-locks?
Four to six.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 5
83
WSAD's will be used in _____ if there are enough WSAD's available. This will ensure protection in the unlikely even that what?
pairs, one WSAD malfunctions
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 5
84
Which unit will be responsible for the placement of WSAD's?
The unit acting as safety, usually the first due truck.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 5
85
The Personnel Accountability System defines a "hazard zone" as?
Any area that requires a SCBA or in which a firefighter is at risk of becoming lost, trapped, or injured by the environment or structure.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 5
86
What areas of the Metro are considered a hazard zone?
All areas of Metro, especially stations and tunnels will be considered a hazard zone.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 5
87
What is Level III Entry Control Accountability and when is it required?
Level III Entry Control Accountability mandates using only one point of entry. It is required on all Metro incidents.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 5
88
Since only one point of entry is not always feasible at all Metro incidents, how many Entry Control Points will there be?
Generally, there should only be one or two Entry Control Points for an incident, and never more than three (3).
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 5
89
Personnel will only enter where, on level III accountability?
At a designated Entry Control Point. If personnel do not enter at an Entry Control Point it will be very difficult to account for their safety.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 6
90
Personnel will exit at the same Entry Control Point at which they entered. If circumstances prohibit this, what must be done?
the Accountability Officer will be notified
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 6
91
The point of entry and the location of the Accountability Officer will be known as the what and where will it be located?
the Entry Control Point. The Entry Control Point will be at the street level of the main station entrance(s).
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 6
92
Prior to the establishment of the Accountability Officer, units arriving at a main Entry Control Point will do what?
will drop off their unit designator cards (UDC) on the officer's seat of the first due engine.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 6
93
94
The first arriving unit arriving at an ALTERNATE ENTRY CONTROL POINT will verbally announce their arrival at same. I.E. say what?
"E-8 on the scene at the Alternate Entry Point at 17th st and Independence Ave SE., nothing evident, other units drop their UDC's at our wagon."
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 6
95
Accountability Officers at Alternate Entry Control Points are recommended when what?
when more than two units are ordered to enter at that point
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 7
96
Prior to entering at an alternate Entry Control Point, officers will do what?
will notify the IC of the unit and the number of personnel entering. As a general safety rule, two personnel will enter and two will standby outside.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 7
97
As a general safety rule at an Alternate Entry Contol Point, how many personnel will enter and how many will standby outside?
Two personnel will enter and two will standby outside.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 7
98
The 2nd due engine at the Secondary Station on a Tunnel Box Alarm is the what and why?
Accountability/Control Unit because they do not send any personnel to assist the Recon Branch Director.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 7
99
The officer in charge of accountability (Accountability Officer) on a Tunnel Box Alarm is whom?
Third due engine; 2nd due engine at the Secondary Station on a Tunnel Box Alarm.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 7
100
On Station, Surface, or Aerial Box Alarms, uncommitted personnel from the third due engine company will assist whom?
The Recon Branch Director
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 7
101
The personnel performing accountability will:
1. Report to the Entry Control Point.
2. Pickup the BFC's accountability board.
3. Collect UDC's.
4. Assist with Roll Call.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 7, 8
102
On a tunnel incident, there will only be how many firefighters from the third due engine and who will they assist.
one, they will assist the Recon Branch Director. This is because the driver will be assigned to supply a tunnel standpipe.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 8
103
At the Secondary Station on a Tunnel Box Alarm, the UDC's will be placed where?
in the second due engine's Metro Bag which will be kept at the Secondary Station Entry Control Point.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 8
104
When the incident commander orders a roll call on a Metro Station Box or Surface or Aerial Box Alarm, the accountability officer at each control point will maintain the position, and the assisting firefighter will?
1. Make a list of all the units that have entered at their Entry Control Point.
2. Carry the list to the Incident Commander. In the case of the Accountability Unit at the Second Station on a Tunnel Box Alarm and/or another remote entry control point that was later established at an emergency exit as an ex. the list of companies that entered can be made verbally via radio.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 8
105
If any unit or member is found to be unaccounted for, (as the results of a roll call) how many attempts will be made?
Two attempts will be made to ascertain their accountability and location. If after two attempts contact has not been made, a “Mayday” will be declared.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 9
106
Due to the improvements, the use of the 800 MHz radio system in subsurface Metro locations will follow the same guidelines and procedures as detailed in what?
"Communications Operations Bulletin No. 1"
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 4 pg. 1
107
When companies are working together as a Group or Division, as much as possible, the Supervisor will be responsible for what? This does not prohibit anyone from doing what?
All communications for that group.
From transmitting an important priority or "Mayday" message.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 4 pg. 1
108
What are DCFD "talk around channels"?
015, 016, A15, A16
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 4 pg. 1
109
As an alternative method that can be used to communicate in Metro incidents, what is the Command Conference Line?
A landline telephone.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 4 pg. 2
110
What are some alternative methods, in conjunction with or in place of the 800 MHz radio system that can be used for effective communication?
1. Command Conference Line
2. Cells Phones
3. Metro Telephone
4. Kiosk
5. Public Telephones
6. Runners
7. The Passenger Emergency Reporting System (PERS)
8. Public Address System
9. Metro Radios
10. Train Communications Systems
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 4 pg. 1-4
111
To access and use the Metro Command Conference Line, perform what following steps?
1. Obtain a dial tone.
2. Dial 202-962-2890, you will receive a greeting from WMATA conference line, wait 10-15 seconds, the conference line will designate your call in the order it was received and place you into the conference.
3. When you are finished conversing on the Command Conference Line, hang up.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 4 pg. 2
112
What are the rules for the Conference Line?
1. If you are not actively using the Command Conference Line, cover the mouthpiece or place the phone on "Hold" until need to participate again.
2. Do not place your phone on "Speaker" when using the Command Conference Line.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 4 pg. 2
113
When users do have a signal, the use of _____ _____ is encouraged when possible and appropriate to reduce radio traffic and transmit secure messages.
Cell phones.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 4 pg. 2
114
In the metro, where can telephones be found?
1. In blue light boxes located every 800 feet along the Metro right of way.
2. In Kiosks.
3. At the base of emergency exit shafts.
4. Near the fan control panel at all fan shafts.
5. In some service rooms.
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You can reach any telephone within the Metro system by dialing its four or five-digit telephone number. Telephone numbers for the kiosks are listed where?
The Emergency Response Maps.
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How many telephone lines are in the Kiosk that we can use?
Two telephone lines. Only one line can be used at a time since there is only one headset.
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Which phone line in the kiosk should be used to make outgoing calls, and why?
The second line (second button to the right of the hold button) should be used to make outgoing calls. This is to keep the first line open for incoming calls. The first line is the only line which rings for incoming calls.
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Public or pay telephones are available where?
In all Metro stations. They may be found at the mezzanine level near fare-card machines and kiosks, and on platforms.
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Personnel can be used as ______ to physically carry messages from point to point. Such messages can be verbal or ____. Why?
Runners, written. Written messages can convey information more accurately, and are less likely be distorted.
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Runners can physically carry messages from point to point. Such messages can be verbal or written. What worksheet can be used for this purpose?
The Metro Incident Size-Up Worksheet
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What is the Passenger Emergency Reporting System? (PERS)
PERS is an intercom system connecting the kiosk and the station platform.
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Where is the Passenger Emergency Reporting System (PERS) intercom located? When should the PERS be used?
The intercom is located in a pylon on the platform approximately 200 feet from the ends of the platform. When there is a need to communicate between the kiosk and personnel operating on the platform.
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Where can the public address system be used to make an announcement?
General announcements can be made over this system by someone in the kiosk or at Metro OCC. This system can be used to convey messages to passengers, Metro personnel, or DC FEMS in the station.
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Who has metro radios?
Station managers, Metro Transit Police officers, train operator and other Metro employees.
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Who can metro radios contact, if need be?
Metro OCC and relay messages to OUC via Metro radios.
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Each train is equipped with a radio and a public address system. The public address system can be used to communicate with whom?
The passengers on the train.
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Who can operate the public address system on a train?
The train operator or Metro OCC.
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There is an intercom system between the operator's cab and the rear of each Metro car. Is it possible to communicate between metro cars?
It is not.
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Other than the departments 800MHz trunking radio system, what can be used in Metro incidents?
1. Command Conference Line
2. Cell Phones
3. Metro Telephones
4. Kiosk
5. Public Telephones
6. Runners
7. The Passenger Emergency Reporting System (PERS)
8. Public Address System
9. Metro Radios
10. Train Communications Systems
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In most cases, hydrants and Metro Siamese connections are located close together. Because of this Wagon drivers should do what?
Hand lay lines to the Siamese connections whenever possible, and position the wagon at the hydrant.
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If the hydrant is too far away from the siamese connection to hand lay lines, or the nearest hydrant is out of service, which layout will be used?
The Siamese connection to hydrant reverse layout will be used. The wagon connects directly to the Metro standpipe siamese connection (one or two lines), and reverse lays to a hydrant.
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For water supply to Metro Standpipes, since the wagon will always be at the hydrant, what message is not necessary?
the message "We have our own hydrant" is not necessary.
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What two layouts require only the wagon driver to complete on Metro Incidents?
The hand lay and the siamese connection to hydrant reverse layout.
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What are two advantages of the Hand Lay and the Siamese Connection to Hydrant Reverse Layout?
1. These layouts both enable the officer and firefighters to stay together from the beginning of the operation, resulting in improved crew integrity and personnel accountability.
2. These layouts place the wagon at the water source.
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Which layouts methods will not be used on a Metro Incident?
The hydrant to siamese connection or hydrant to fire layout.
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At some Metro facilities the siamese connections for the station (metro standpipes) and tunnel standpipes are located next to each other. Are they connected?
They are not interconnected.
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Subsurface standpipes have a plaque attached which indicates what?
The vertical drop and the maximum horizontal run.
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Surface & aerial stations have what kind of standpipes?
dry
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Subsurface stations have what kind of standpipes?
wet
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Are tunnel standpipes wet or dry? Are tunnel standpipes connected?
Dry. They are not interconnected.
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There may be more than ___ ____, independent standpipes in a section of tunnel.
five different.
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The current _____ ______ ______ _____ show each standpipe, the area it covers, and the location of its siamese connection.
Metrorail Emergency Response Maps
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As a safety factor, and to deliver adequate water supply, what following standpipes will be charged for a Tunnel Incident?
1. The tunnel standpipe covering the train location (given by OCC).
2. The tunnel standpipe on the inbound side of the incident.
3. The tunnel standpipe on the outbound side of the incident.
4. The Primary Station standpipe.
5. The Secondary Station standpipe.
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What will supplying three standpipes in the area of the incident allow for on tunnel box alarms?
Variations in actual location and protection for approaching firefighter.
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Tunnel standpipe outlets have identification numbers marked on or near each outlet, such as VD-9 or FA-6. When attack crews connect a hose line to a standpipe outlet, what will the officer do?
The officer will relay the identification number to the Water Supply Group Supervisor.
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Supplying the standpipes at both stations protects our base of operations in the event of what?
Metro OCC brings the train into the station.
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Who supplies the station standpipe at the main entrance on a Metro Station Box Alarm?
1st Due Engine.
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Who supplies a station standpipe at an alternate entrance on a Metro Station Box Alarm?
4th Due Engine.
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On a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm, which units supply the standpipe at the main entrance?
1st Due Engine.
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On a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm, which units supply their assigned tunnel standpipe?
2nd Due Engine, 3rd Due Engine, and 4th Due Engine.
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On a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm, Secondary Station, which unit supplies the standpipe at the main entrance?
1st Due Engine.
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Wagon drivers will supply Metro standpipes by using what guidelines?
1. Respond to the station entrance as dispatched and drop of the crew.
2. Choose the Hand Lay or Siamese Connection to Hydrant Reverse Layout.
3. Charge the Hydrant.
4. Fill the Standpipe.
5. Monitor the intake gauge.
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Companies that are not responsible for station or tunnel standpipes will drop off the crew and stage where? What will these engine companies do?
Stage one or more blocks away from the station entrances. Those wagon drivers will standby to assist any companies that are unable to accomplish their assignment. Always position the wagon so as not to block the EMS Loading Zone.
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When will the soft sleeve be connected to the hydrant and the hydrant opened? And why?
Prior to doing a hand lay. If doing a siamese connection to hydrant reverse lay, the hydrant will be opened prior to breaking the three-inch supply line in the hose bed and connecting it to a discharge outlet. This will facilitate laying to another hydrant if that hydrant is dead.
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Once the hydrant is charged what will be noted?
the static pressure on the suction or intake gauge.
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Fill the standpipe with what? If the wagon driver is ordered to increase pressure, what will they do?
Hydrant pressure only. Slowly build up to a pump pressure of 150 psi.
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The pressure indicated on the intake gauge should rise back toward the initial static reading when the standpipe is completely filled. If this does not occur within ___ _____ what may be happening and what must be done?
15 minutes. there may be an open valve or a rupture in the standpipe. The wagon driver must notify the Water Supply Group Supervisor on the fire ground channel. If the Water Supply Group Supervisor does not answer the radio, notify Operations.
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Properly coordinated ventilation will do what in the management of a Metro fire?
Establish a constant direction of air flow, move the smoke and heat away from attacking firefighters and exiting passengers, confine the heat and smoke to a limited area, and facilitate fire extinguishment.
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Normal ventilation of stations and tunnels is accomplished by what?
A system of fans, dampers, and thermostatic controls.
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The fans and dampers operate automatically by thermostat when pre-selected temperatures are reached. What two methods are there for manually controlling ventilation in Metro stations and tunnels?
1. They can be controlled manually at the supervisory control console at OCC.
2. They can be controlled at local fan control panels near each fan.
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The Local Fan Control Panel has a switch which can select what?
1. "Automatic"
2. "Emergency Supply"
3. "Emergency Exhaust"
4. "Off"
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OCC can only override thermostatic control when the local fan switch is in "_______". A ____ _____ will be lit when the switch is in the "_______ " position.
Automatic, green light, Automatic
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In which mode will fans move air into the station or tunnel? What color light will be lit in this mode?
Emergency Supply, red light
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In which mode will fans move air out of the station or tunnel? What color light will be lit when in this position?
Emergency Exhaust, red light
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Is the "Off" position on all local fan control panels?
No
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Once Metro OCC is made aware of a fire, the ventilation system is placed in which mode?
In emergency mode
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What does Metro OCC consider when placing the fans and dampers in service on a fire?
The location of the fire, the configuration of the fan and vent shafts in the area, the type of station or tunnel, and the slope and grade. The direction of any evacuation in progress.
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Up to ____ passengers may be evacuating the train away from the heat and smoke. Changing the direction of the smoke may cause what?
1,600, disastrous consequences
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There are two methods for controlling ventilation in Metro stations and tunnels. What are they?
1. Fans can be controlled remotely by OCC,
2. Manually at local fan control panels.
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Metro OCC can only control fans at the supervisory control console if the local control switches are left in what?
"automatic" and the green lights are on.
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What are the two main methods of normal ventilation in the metro?
1. The local fan control panel
2. Train movement
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Upon arrival at the local control panel of a fan shaft, what must be done?
The officer will give a size-up, report fan status, and standby for orders.
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Units will not take control of, or change the direction of a fan without orders. The only exception is when what?
Units are ordered to enter a combination fan and emergency exit shaft.
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Fan shafts terminate at ground level in busy sidewalks and streets near occupied buildings. Due to this, what may need to be done?
These areas may require isolation, evacuation, and additional ventilation. These factors are extremely critical in the event of a hazardous material release underground.
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What consideration must be realized when controlling ventilation at the local fan control panel?
The time required to send personnel to manually operate all the local fan control switches. This may be a time-consuming operation, but by doing so the fire service will have sole control of the ventilation system and there should be no unexpected changes.
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Air quality in stations and tunnels must also be monitored during non-fire incidents. The ______ Unit is an excellent resource to perform this function.
HazMat
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What kind of power tools should be used whenever possible in Metro incidents? and why?
Electric/battery-powered tools. Gasoline-powered tools used during extrication will pollute the air with smoke and carbon monoxide exhaust.
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Ventilation in Metro stations is accomplished by what?
Dome relief vents at the ceiling and the under-platform exhaust system (UPE). Train movement and ventilation in adjacent tunnels also contribute to station ventilation.
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Where are the UPE (under platform exhaust system) control panels located?
In mechanical equipment rooms at each end of the station platform.
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Each panel controls the UPE system in one half of the Metro station, to place the entire station UPE in a particular mode what must be done?
It is necessary to operate the switches at both ends of the station.
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Controls for station fans operate how?
The same way as tunnel fans. They maybe operated remotely by OCC at the supervisory control console, or manually at the local control panels
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The UPE in the following stations can only operate in the "supply" mode.
1. Dupont Circle
2. Union Station
3. Gallery Place Judiciary Square
4. Metro Center
5. Farragut North
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When ventilating a fire at the platform level at
* Dupont Circle
*Farragut North
* Metro Center
* Gallery Place Judiciary Square
* Union Station
Only what in the tunnels can be used for what? And why?
The fans in the tunnels can be used for exhaust. The UPE in these stations can only operate in the supply mode.
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To ventilate the platform level of a station, the fan shafts at both ends of the station and the under platform exhaust system will be placed in which mode?
"Exhaust". This will pull fresh air down the escalators and push smoke into the tunnels and out the fan and vent shafts.
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A fire on the mezzanine level could block passengers escape routes to the escalators. When there is a fire on the mezzanine level all fans are placed in which mode?
"Supply". The goal is to force the smoke up the escalators, out of the station, and keep the platform and tunnel clear.
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To ventilate an area between fan shafts what must be done? What is this strategy used to do?
The fans on one side of the fire will be placed in "supply" and the fans on the other side of the fire will be placed in "exhaust." This will result in a "push and pull" effect. Is used to push the smoke away from the evacuation route and the uninvolved part of the train.
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When there is a fire in a tunnel, fan shafts on both sides of the fire will be used. What will be closed?
The dampers on nearby vent shafts will be closed.
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The "push and pull" strategy will be used to vent an area between fan shafts, why?
The strategy is to push the smoke away from the evacuation route and the uninvolved part of the train.
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To ventilate a fire directly underneath a fan shaft what must be done? What would this strategy do?
If there were a fire directly under a fan shaft, those fans would be placed in "exhaust" and the next fans on either side of the fire would be placed in "supply". This would provide two routes of access and egress.
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Units will only enter fan/emergency exit shaft if what?
1. The fans are not exhausting smoke or heat.
2. The fan shaft is located in an emergency exit.
3. The fans can be placed in the "manual supply" or "manual off" mode.
4. They are ordered to enter.
OR
5. There is an obvious rescue to be made and the proper notice of conditions has been made and approval has been received.
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When units enter a fan or emergency ext shaft, the fans will be what?
manually placed in "supply" or "off".
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If the fans are in the "automatic supply" mode (green light on and air flowing in) they will be placed in what mode?
"Manual Supply" mode (red light on and air flowing in.)
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If the fans are in the "automatic off" mode (green light on with fans off) they will be placed in what mode?
"Manual off" mode (red light on and fans off). Some local fan control panels do not have an "off" position.
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If Metro OCC has control of the fans, what color will the panel be? And what switch is selected?
Green, Automatic
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When the local control switch is placed in "Emergency Supply" what color will it be? What about Emergency Exhaust?
Red, Red
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If units enter a fan/emergency exit shaft and find the fans off but there is no "manual off" mode, what must be done? And why?
They will immediately exit the shaft and make proper notification. If the fans can not manually be placed off, we do not have full control over them, and they could go into the exhaust mode unexpectedly.
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Will units enter a fan/emergency exit shaft with a fan operating in the exhaust mode?
No.
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What is the easiest way to move people in Metro?
By train. An evacuation by train is far more efficient and safer than an evacuation by foot along the right of way
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Metro will be taking steps to protect or evacuate people before the fire department arrives. Fire service personnel must do what?
consult with Metro before initiating operations. Since most of these procedures depend on third rail power, we must consider when, or even if power to the third rail should be shut off.
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Metro has what standard operating guidelines for evacuation?
1. Moving the train to the nearest station or above ground.
2. Rescue Train.
3. "Breakaway" Operation.
4. Evacuation by foot.
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Moving the train to the nearest station may cause what but what will happen in the long run?
a delay in shutting off third rail power. it may greatly simplify the operation by allowing Metro to bring the emergency to us, rather than us going to the emergency.
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In an evacuation, what is a "rescue train"?
An unaffected train, or "rescue train," will be moved to the train in trouble. The train operators would then move passengers onto the "rescue train".
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In an evacuation, what is a "Breakaway" operation that metro would utilize?
If a car was derailed or on fire, the train operator could move all the passengers out of the involved car and into unaffected cars. The operator could then uncouple or "breakaway" from that car, and move into a station or onto the surface.
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Passengers on a disabled train can be evacuated on foot, as what? What must be done first?
as a last resort. The third rail power has to be removed.
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After engines that are assigned to charge standpipes have completed this task, what will they then do?
Open the doors to the emergency exit. Assist any evacuating passengers, make notification of the evacuation, and advise if additional Fire/EMS assistance is needed.
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Like a fire in a structure, what must be done in each car of the train, tunnel section, stations, and any other Metro right of way area?
A complete primary and secondary search.
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Metro has some diesel work locomotive which could be used at major incidents. How long could the locomotive take to arrive?
Up to four hours.
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One eight-car Metro train has the capacity to carry how many passengers? Therefore, the potential for what is a reality, as the result of a fire, derailment, or hazardous materials release?
1,800 passengers, mass casualty incident
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A mass casualty incident is defined as what in the EMS Operations Bulletin No. 1?
Any incident:
1. With nine (9) or more victims,
2. That has been officially declared as a mass casualty incident.
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How was the number nine (9) derived for mass casualty incidents?
By identifying the District's Level I Trauma Center's with an understanding that exceeding two (2) victims per Trauma Center would require the hospitals to request additional support staff.
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What special considerations for mass casualty incidents in Metro are required?
1. Access
2. Extrication
3. Evacuation and removal of victims
4. The EMS transport zone and EMS staging area
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When evacuating or removing non ambulatory victims in a metro incident, how many personnel are needed to remove one patient?
Four personnel should be assigned to carry one stretcher. Ex. 25 non-ambulatory injuries, it would require 100n firefighters to remove them.
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When using an Emergency Tunnel Evacuation Cart (ETEC) how many firefighters are needed and how many patients can be moved?
Two firefighters can move up to four victims at a time when using an ETEC.
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What is an EMS Loading Zone?
This is an area where many EMS units can drive as close as possible to the access point, have patients loaded on board, and have a clear path of departure toward hospitals. The EMS units should be in line and all facing the same direction.
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The first EMS transport units to arrive on the scene of a Metro incident will establish what?
An EMS Loading Zone.
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Where is the North Mass Casualty Task Force Located and what units are under their command?
E-24 responds with the wagon and Mass Casualty Support Unit No. 1.
T-11 responds with the truck and Ambulance Bus No. 1.
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Where is the South Mass Casualty Task Force Located and what units are under their command?
E-33 responds with the wagon and Mass Casualty Support Unit No. 2.
T-08 responds with truck and Ambulance Bus No. 2.
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Incident commanders will consider the use of what additional units for ambulatory victims?
Transit buses from Metro for ambulatory victims, as needed.
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Incident commanders will consider the use of what additional ambulances on a mass casualty metro incident?
12-Emergency Mobilization Operations Plan EMS Units (EMOP units) (E-12, E-24, TA)
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A Mass Casualty Support Unit has supplies to treat up to how many victims?
50 victims.
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An Ambulance Bus can transport how many patients?
8-stretchers and 12-ambulatory victims.
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The command structure of the EMS Branch includes what?
1. EMS Branch Director
2. Triage Unit Leader
3. Treatment Unit Leader
4. Transportation Group Supervisor
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What are the basic strategies for a Metro Mass Casualty Incident?
1. Recognize a mass casualty incident.
2. Declare a "Mass Casualty Incident."
3. Request additional resources.
4. Triage.
5. Treatment.
6. Transport.
7. Multiple triage, treatment, and transport locations.
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On a mass casualty incident where are prime areas for patient treatment?
Mezzanine levels and the sidewalk between the station entrance and the EMS Loading Zone are prime areas to consider.
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225
When multiple areas are used, the designation for Groups/Divisions/Units will normally use a what as a part of their designation.
Normally use a station or street name as part of their designation. Ex. Stadium-Armory Transporation Group and Potomac Avenue Transportation Group.
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When responding to Metro station incident, all units except which will enter the SAME station entrance.
The fourth due.
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The fourth due engine will be dispatched to a specific alternate entrance. This would include what?
At another station entrance, or at single-entry stations, the emergency exit located at the opposite end of the station.
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The fourth due engine, on a Metro Station Box Alarms, will be dispatched to where and could include what?
a specific alternate entrance to include another station entrance, or at single-entry stations, the emergency exit located at the opposite end of the station.
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The fourth due engine on a Metro Station Box Alarm is responsible for providing what?
A second water supply to the station standpipe system. A size up of conditions at the alternate entrance will be conducted by the fourth due engine company officer.
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Will members of the fourth due engine on a Metro Station Box Alarm enter the station?
Members of he fourth due engine are not to enter the station unless they have been ordered to do so. If there are imminent rescue needs, they must still make proper notification and receive approval prior to entry.
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EMS transport and mass casualty units must be able to park as close to the station entrance as possible. Due to this, with the exception of the engines assign to ___ _____ ______ and the ____ _____ which parks where? All fire apparatus and support vehicles will stage where?
supply station standpipes, rescue squad, at the elevator. At least one block away.
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The 1st due Battalion Fire Chief will park where on Metro Station Box Alarms?
near the station entrance, but avoid blocking the "EMS Loading Zone."
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On metro incidents, all officers at all times must be alert to changes in what?
"Officer in Charge," "Radio Designation," and "Reports To."
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The first due BFC-FFD is the _____ ______ and ______ until relieved by a higher ranking officer on Metro Station Box Alarms.
Incident Commander, Operations
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On Metro Station Box Alarms, what radio designation will the 1st due BFC-FFD use when talking to Communications?
Battalion Number plus the word "Command." For example Battalion 2 Command to Communications.
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On metro incidents, what radio designation will the 1st due BFC-FFD use when talking on the fire ground channel?
"Operations." For example. Operations to "Recon Group Supervisor."
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What equipment will the 1st due BFC on a Metro Station Box alarm have?
Command board, Metrorail Emergency Response Maps, Metro Size-up and Tactical Worksheets.
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The 2nd due BFC-FFD initially responds to where?
Metro OCC and serves as the "Metro Liaison."
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On a metro incident, who is the accountability officer?
The officer in charge of the 3rd due engine.
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The objective of the accountability officer is to maintain accountability for all personnel in the hazard zone. Who will they assist?
The Recon Branch Director is positioned at the Kiosk or other advantageous location as announced to manage assigned units.
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Who does the Accountability Officer report to?
The officer and F/F doing accountability reports to the IC. The other personnel report to the Recon Branch Director.
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What is the radio designation for the 3rd due engine company officer on a metro incident?
"Accountability"
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The Accountability Officer and one firefighter will establish the ___ _____ ____. They will pick- up the UDCs of previously arriving units which were placed on the officer's seat of the 1st due engine. They will obtain what from the 1st due BFC? Then what will happen?
Entry Control Point. Accountability board. The accountability board and the UDCs of prior arriving units will be taken and positioned at the designated station Entry Control Point.
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On a Metro Box Alarm, who from the third due Engine reports to the Recon Branch Director?
Two firefighters from the third due engine will give their PATs to their officer, who is the Accountability Officer, and report to the Recon Branch Director.
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When roll call is ordered on a Metro Station Box alarm the firefighter assisting Accountability/Command Unit will do what?
1. Make a list of all units that have entered at that Entry Control Point.
2. Carry the list to the Incident Commander.
3. Return to the Entry Control Point.
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Who is the Recon Branch Director?
Special Operations Battalion Fire Chief (SpOps BFC) If the SpOps BFC is not available, a BFC-FFD will be dispatched to fill the position.
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What units does the Recon Branch Director have under their command on a Metro Station Box Alarm?
The Recon Group (first and second due engine and first due truck) and two firefighters from the third due engine (Accountability/Command).
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The Recon Branch Director will obtain all available information from Metro to include what?
* the reported nature and location of the emergency
* the status of third rail power on all tracks in the area
* the movement of trains into the station
* the status of the ventilation system
* if OCC is in contact with the train operator
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The Recon Branch Director will order the Recon Group to approach the emergency if?
1. OCC confirms that third rail power is off.
2. OCC confirms that there is no train movement in the area.
3. the ventilation system is moving air away from the direction of approach.
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The option exists for any _______ ______ ______ ______ to fill the Metro Liaison position.
Administrative Battalion Fire Chief ( Fire Prevention, Professional Standards, Training, Facilities Maintenance., etc.)
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Who is the preferred Battalion Fire Chief for Metro Liaison?
Preferably BFC-2. If BFC-2 is unavailable (the closest in service BFC).
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Until directed to respond by the Incident Commander or the DFC-Operations, the _____ _____ _____ conducts all the tasks they need via telephone and do not involve a response to the ROCC.
Metro Liaison BFC
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If directed to respond to Metro ROCC, the location is where?
3500 Pennsy Drive, Landover, Maryland.
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The BFC who is the ROCC Liason on a metro alarm should obtain the initial information from the Rail Assistant Superintendent, to include but is not limited to the following:
1. The nature of the emergency;
2. The specific location of the incident. (station name, upper or lower level if pertinent, chain marker number, etc.);
3. The status of third rail power;
4. The status of train movement in the area;
5. If Metro ROCC is in contact with a Metro employee or has one on the scene of the incident; and
6. Known or suspected victims and estimated numbers, if known.
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Via the Command Conference Line or upon arriving at Metro ROCC, the Metro Liason would meet with the on-duty ROCC-Assistant Rail Superintendent and exchange what information Fire/EMS to Metro?
1. Fire/EMS size up information
2. Where Fire/EMS personnel are operating
3. What needs Fire/EMS require from Metro
4. Ventilation needs
5. Need to contact Metro Personnel via intercom
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Via the Command Conference Line or upon arriving at Metro ROCC, the Metro Liason would meet with the on-duty ROCC-Assistant Rail Superintendent and exchange what information Metro to Fire/EMS?
1. Nature of the emergency
2. Third rail status
3. Train movement
4. Ventilation/Fan directions
5. Passenger/victim information
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Pertinent information obtained by the Metro ROCC Liason would be relayed to the Incident Commander/Operations how?
on the assigned fireground |TAC Channel or via telephone with the TAC |Channel being preferable so ALL responding units can hear the updated information.
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Prior to re-energizing any third rail sections taken down and/or resuming any train movement in the area of the incident site, what must be confirmed from the Incident Commander?
all personnel are accounted for and not in danger from the above actions.
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What units are in the Recon Group?
The first and second due engines and the first due truck will operate together as the Recon Group.
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The Recon Group will have capabilities far beyond that of a single-engine company, why?
There will be three officers, eight firefighters, (two from each engine and four from the truck), and a good selection of equipment with which to begin operations.
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What equipment and by whom is carried by the first due engine on a Metro Station Box Alarm?
Officer- Metro bag/ Knox box keys
Line and Layout- Standpipe hose and gated wye
Driver- PAT and wagon
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The Knox Box is usually located where?
On the right side of the station entrance, just inside the access gate.
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The first due engine on a Metro Station Box alarm will proceed to the kiosk and obtain information from a Metro representative. What information about the emergency will be requested?
1. The reported nature and location of the emergency.
2. The status of third rail power on all tracks in the area.
3. The movement of trains into the station.
4. The status of the ventilation system.
5. If OCC is in contact with the train operator.
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Recon Group Supervisor will maintain and ensure communications are possible when?
At all times via radio or other methods; such as a telephone, the establishment of a "line of sight radio chain" on a "talk around channel" (015, 016), or by the use of a "runner".
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The Recon Group will report to the site of the emergency and investigate. No one is allowed to enter the trackbed unless:
1. permission has been received from the Recon Branch Director.
2. OCC has confirmed third rail power is off and train movement has stopped.
3. fire personnel have tested and confirmed third rail power is off and WSAD's have been placed.
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If the Recon Group is ordered to locate the local fan control panel, the controls will be placed in which mode? If the fans are in auto supply, blowing in, place them in what? If they are in auto exhaust, blowing out, place them in which mode?
manual mode, manual supply, manual exhaust
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On a metro box alarm, develop an evacuation plan. Determine the evacuation route and mode of travel. What kind of modes are there?
Walking, stretchers, stokes baskets, emergency tunnel evacuation cart (ETEC), and rescue trains.
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Who does the second due engine company on a Metro Station Box alarm report to?
The Recon Branch Director if they are the Recon Group Supervisor. To their Group Supervisor if they are not the Supervisor of the Recon Group.
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Whenever possible _____ __ _____ communication should be used on Metro incidents.
Face - to - face
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What equipment and by whom is carried by the second due engine on a Metro Station Box Alarm?
Officer- Metro bag/Knox box keys
Line and Layout- Standpipe hose and gated wye
Driver- PAT and wagon
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When the second due engine on a Metro Station Box alarm arrives, they must contact the first due engine to determine what?
1. If the first due engine has contacted a Metro official or OCC. If not, contact a Metro official and/ or OCC and obtain the information needed.
2. If they need additional equipment to be brought in by the crew of the second due engine based on their size-up.
3. If their size-up has been relayed to the Recon Branch Director. If not, do so.
4. Their current location.
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What equipment and by whom is carried by the first due truck company on a Metro Station Box Alarm?
Officer- UDC, WSAD, and thermal imager
Driver- Light bag and an additional light.
Tiller or Tip operator- Metro bag and hook
Bar- Bar and forcible entry tools
Hook/Axe- EMS jump bag, AED, and oxygen
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If it is necessary to operate in the trackbed on any Metro Station Box alarm, it is the first due truck company job to do what?
1. Place a WSAD in service at both ends of the train.
2. Chock the train wheels. At the first car of the train, Chock both sides of one wheel on each track.
3. Operate the filter capacitor discharge switch if its is necessary to operate near the undercarriage of the train.
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The first due truck company on any Metro Station Box alarm involving trains will do what to identify its position in the train?
Number the cars. Use medical tape or other means such as spray paint, if available, by placing a large (at least 24-inch) number on the side of each car to identify its position in the train.
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The fourth due engine will be dispatched to a specific alternate entrance. This would include station entrance, or at single entry stations, the emergency exit located at the opposite end of the station. Why?
The fourth due engine will be responsible for providing a second water supply to the station standpiple system. They will also be responsible for doing a size-up of conditions and performing a search at the alternate entrace side of the station, if deemed necessary.
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At single entry stations the alternate entrance will be a what?
An emergency exit located at the opposite end of the station.
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The fourth due engine company on a metro station box alarm is not to enter unless what?
They receive orders to do so. If they can see that an immediate rescue needs to be made at this location, they must notify Operations prior to entry.
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The fourth due engine company's radio designation on a metro station box alarm is what?
Station name plus the words, "Alternate Entrance". Example; "Union Station Alternate Entrance to Operations"
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On a Metro Station Box Alarm, the fourth due engine will have what equipment?
PPE, SCBA, Metro bag, standpipe hose, gated wye, halligan bar, EMS bag, and oxygen.
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If dispatched to an emergency exit on a Metro Station Box alarm what must be done with the hatch?
Open the emergency exit sidewalk hatch. This is so that if anyone suddenly attempts to exit, they will not have to wait for the hatch to be opened.
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The unit dispatched to the emergency exit will stage until when?
Operations has ordered them to enter, and there is no smoke or heat present.
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On a Metro Station Box Alarm, where will the Rescue Squad park?
Park at the station elevator to facilitate moving equipment into the station.
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Will the Rescue Group (Rescue Squad) enter prior to receiving a size-up?
They will standby for a size-up report and requests for equipment from units at the incident site. Do not enter prior to receiving a size-up.
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The driver on the Rescue Group will serve as what?
The equipment manager and remain with the apparatus, monitoring the assigned TAC channel. The driver will prepare equipment to be taken into the station, as needed.
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On a Metro Station Box Alarm, the Rescue Group will perform what if there is no need for extrication?
triage
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What is the Rescue Group's first priority?
Extrication.
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The Rescue Group will conduct a what of the train?
A primary and secondary search of the train, if it has not already been done by other units. Report the results of the searches to Operations.
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On a Metro Station Box alarm, which units are staging?
2nd due truck, 5th due engine, and rescue squad until a size up has been given.
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On Metro Station Box Alarms Chiefs are in charge of whom?
Directors are in charge of whom?
Supervisors are in charge of whom?
Chiefs are in charge of sections, i.e., Operations, Planning, Logistics, and Finance
Directors are in charge of branches
Supervisors are in charge of groups and divisions.
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If you are commanding a Section, the designation is what?
Chief, ex: Operations Chief, Planning Chief
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If you are commanding a Branch, the designation is what?
Director, ex: Recon Branch Director, EMS Branch Director
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If you are commanding a Group or Division the designation is what?
Supervisor, ex: Rescue Group Supervisor
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The Evacuation Branch or Group is responsible for what?
evacuating all passengers from the scene of the incident, and coordinating their medical needs with EMS.
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Where should passengers be evacuated through on Metro Station Box Alarm emergencies?
Passengers should be evacuated through a station entrance whenever possible.
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The Evacuation Branch or Group has what assigned tasks?
1. Evacuate all passengers from the scene of the incident.
2. Coordinate the medical needs of evacuees with EMS.
3. Keep a count of the number of victims evacuated and/or assisted.
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The Rescue Branch/Group will be responsible for searching the what?
station and train, extrication, and triage, if ordered.
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The Rescue Squad will standby for what from the Recon Branch Director prior to entering?
A size-up report and request for equipment from the Recon Branch Director. Do not enter prior to receiving a size-up.
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What is the first priority of the Rescue Group/Branch?
Extrication is the first priority.
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A Resource Branch/Group would be responsible for what?
the procurement of supplies and equipment needed for an incident that was complex, large, or of long duration.
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A tunnel incident will be the most difficult incident to manage due to what?
the many hazards presented to firefighters and passengers, potential problems with communications, access, and logistics
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We must initially approach a metro tunnel incident from where? and why?
both directions, to search the right of way for evacuees and ensure access to the site.
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On a Metro Tunnel Incident, once the tunnel has been searched from station to station, units may be deployed from where?
the Primary Station, the Secondary Station, an emergency exit, a portal, or any combination of access points.
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In order to maintain strict accountability for all personnel, a tunnel incident will have no more than how many Entry Control Points?
three
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Metro OCC knows the exact location of every train at all times. The location is identified by?
Chain marker numbers, similar to mile markers on a highway.
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Who knows the exact location of every train at all times?
Metro OCC
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On Metro Tunnel incidents the station closest to the incident will be designated what?
The Primary Station.
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On Metro Tunnel incidents the station farthest away from the incident will be designated what?
The Secondary Station.
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Criteria for one station deployment strategy on Metro Tunnel incidents:
(After the following criteria are met, we can institute the one-station deployment strategy.)
1. The Secondary Station Recon Group has searched the right-way from the Secondary Station to the site of the emergency and it is clear.
2. The site is closer to the Primary Station.
3. The Primary Station is suitable for operation.
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Criteria for two station deployment strategy on Metro Tunnel incidents:
1. The Secondary Station Recon Group discovers a large number of passengers evacuating toward the Secondary Station.
2. The emergency is located near the tunnel midpoint or closer to the Secondary Station.
3. The direction of smoke or heat travel makes it easier to approach from the Secondary Station.
4. The tunnel is relatively short and moving staged units from the Secondary Station to the Primary Station saves little time or effort.
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Generally, station entrances should be used for what?
Passenger evacuation
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Generally, emergency exits and portals should be used for what?
fire and rescue access
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Criteria for two station deployment via a station and an emergency exit or a portal (a point where the Rail Roadway enters or exits a tunnel) incidents. The following criteria must be met to use an emergency exit or portal:
1. The Secondary Station Recon Group has searched the right of way from the Secondary Station to the emergency exit and there are no evacuees present.
2. The site is closer to the emergency exit or portal than the Secondary Station.
3. There is no smoke or heat in the emergency exit.
Generally, station entrances should be used for passenger evacuation, and emergency exits should be for fire and rescue access.
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Generally, what should be used for passenger evacuation, and emergency exits and portals should be used for fire and rescue access?
station entrances
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On a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm what units will take action?
Initially, the Water Supply Group, the Recon Groups, and Accountability/Control Units at both stations will take action.
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The 1st Due BFC on a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm will have what radio designation?
Battalion Number plus the word, "Command," when talking to Communications. "Operations" when talking on the fire ground channel.
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On a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm, the 1st Due BFC will request/receive and record size-up incident information from the Metro officials and the Fire/EMS units to include what?
1. the confirmed location and nature of the emergency.
2. the status of third rail power on all tracks in the area.
3. train movement in the tunnel and adjacent stations.
4. the status of the ventilation system.
5. if OCC is in contact with the train operator.
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The trucks assigned to the Primary and Secondary Station Recon Groups will initially perform the necessary what?
Safety functions. The Department's Safety Officer will be the overall safety officer for the incident, and the IC may appoint Assistant Safety Officers as needed.
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At the Primary Station Metro Tunnel Box Alarm what will the 3rd due engine be?
Accountability/ Command Unit.
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At the Primary Station on a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm, where will the members from the third due engine report?
The two firefighters from the third due engine not involved in Level III Accountability will assist the Recon Branch Director who will be located at the Primary Station Kiosk or other advantageous location.
(This doesn't actually make sense because the WD will report to the fourth due engine to supply a standpipe and the OIC will utilize one member for accountability).
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What is the radio designation for the third due engine company at the Primary Station on a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm?
Name of the Primary Station and the word "Accountability." Example: "Station-Armory Accountability"
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At a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm, Primary Station, what are the assigned tasks of the third due engine personnel?
The officer and one firefighter will establish the Primary Station Entry Control Point. One firefighter will give a PAT to their officer (Accountability Officer), report to the Kiosk to assist the Recon Branch Director. The wagon driver will be working in the Water Supply Group.
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How many firefighters from the fourth due engine will report to the Kiosk or other announced location to assist whom?
two, Recon Branch Director
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The firefighter assisting with roll call on a Metro Tunnel Box alarm will do what?
1. Make a list of all the units the have entered at the Primary Station Entry Control Point.
2. Carry the list to the Incident Commander.
3. Return to the Primary Station Entry Control Point.
4. Maintain the Primary Station Entry Control Point until all units have exited and reclaimed their PAT's and UDC's.
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The first-due BFC-FFD will serve as both the IC and Operations until when?
relieved by a higher-ranking officer. The senior ranking officer will then become the IC. The first-due BFC-FFD will generally assume the position of the Operations Chief.
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What is the radio designation for the Operations Section Chief (IC)?
Operations to assigned units on the fireground TAC Channel. The word, "Command" and their battalion number to Communications if still serving as the Incident Commander.
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On a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm what units are assigned to the Recon Branch Director?
The Primary and Secondary Station Recon Groups. One firefighter from the third due engine at the Primary Station. Two firefighters from the fourth due engine at the Primary Station.
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What information should be obtained from Metro on a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm?
1. the reported nature and location of the emergency.
2. the status of the third rail power on all tracks in the area.
3. the movement of trains into the station.
4. the status of the ventilation system.
5. if OCC is in contract with the train operator.
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The Recon Branch Director will order the Recon Group to approach the emergency on the Metro Tunnel Box alarm if?
1. OCC confirms that third rail power is off.
2. OCC confirms that there is no train movement in the station and involved tunnel.
3. The ventilation system is moving air away from the direction of approach.
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On a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm who will make notice of their availability to respond to Metro OCC on the assinged fire ground TAC Channel filling the position of the 2nd due BFC. Who will be placed in service?
BFC-OUC, BFC-FFD
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Immediately upon dispatch on a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm, the 2nd due BFC-FFD will do what?
contact Metro OCC via phone (202) 962-1652 to obtain direct information from Metro OCC regarding the incident.
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Immediately upon dispatch on a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm, the 2nd due BFC-FFD will contract Metro OCC and obtain direct information from Metro OCC regarding the incident to include what?
1. the nature of the emergency
2. known or suspected victims and estimated numbers
3. the specific location of the incident. (station name, upper or lower level, chain marker number, etc.)
4. the status of third-rail power
5. the status of train movement in the area
6. if Metro OCC is in contact with a Metro employee or has one on the scene of the incident.
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The 2nd due BFC-FFD will respond to where on Metro Tunnel Box Alarms?
600 5th St. N.W.
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This is wrong. Needs to be updated.
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Upon arrival of the 2nd due BFC-FFD at Metro OCC the Metro Liaison would meet with the on-duty OCC-Assistant Superintendent and exchange information. What would be exchanged from Fire/EMS to Metro?
Fire/EMS size-up information
Where Fire/EMS personnel are operating
What needs Fire/EMS require from Metro
Ventilation needs
Need to contact Metro personnel via intercom
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Upon arrival of the 2nd due BFC-FFD at Metro OCC the Metro Liaison would meet with the on-duty OCC-Assistant Superintendent and exchange information. What would be exchanged from Metro to Fire/EMS?
Nature of the emergency
Third rail status
Train movement
Ventilation/Fan directions
Passenger/victim information
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Prior to re-energizing any third rail sections taken down and/or resuming any train movement in the area of the incident site, what must be confirmed?
Confirmed from the IC that all personnel are accounted for and are not in danger from re-energizing the third rail.
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The Primary Station Recon Group on a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm will have capabilities far beyond that of a single-engine company. Why?
There will be three officers, eight firefighters (two from each engine and four from the truck), and a good selection of equipment with which to begin operations.
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What is the radio designation of the Primary Station Recon Group?
Name of the station you entered and the title, Recon Group Supervisor. (i.e., Gallery Place Recon Group Supervisor).
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On a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm what equipment will the First due engine at the Primary Station carry?
1. Officer - Metro bag/Knox box keys
2. Line and layout firefighters - Standpipe hose and gated wye.
3. Driver - PAT and wagon. Supplies Primary Station standpipe.
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On a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm what equipment will the Second due engine at the Primary Station carry?
1. Officer - UDC, Metro bag, Halligan bar
2. Line and layout firefighters - Standpipe hose and gated wye.
3. Driver - PAT and wagon. Supplies a tunnel standpipe.
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On a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm what equipment will the First due truck at the Primary Station carry?
1. Officer - UDC, WSAD, Thermal imager
2. Driver - Light bag and an additional light
3. Tiller/Tip - Metro bag, hook
4. Bar - Halligan bar, forcible entry tools
5. Hook/Axe - EMS jump bag, oxygen, AED
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The Recon Group Supervisor will request what information about the emergency on a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm?
1. the reported nature and location of the emergency.
2. the status of third rail power on ALL tracks in the area.
3. the movement of trains into the station.
4. the status of the ventilation system.
5. if OCC is in contact with the train operator.
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If radio communication difficulties are encountered in the Metro system, the first due engine company officer will attempt to relay this information by whatever means available to include what?
telephone, the establishment of a "line of sight radio chain: on a "talkaround channel" (015, 016), or by the use of a "runner".
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 10 pg. 22
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On a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm the first due Truck company will place WSAD's where
At both ends of the train on an incident.
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On a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm the first due Truck company will chock the train wheels how?
Chock both sides of one wheel on each track of the first train car you encounter.
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On a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm, if it becomes necessary to operate in the track bed near the undercarriage of the train what must be operated first? And by whom?
The filter capacitor discharge switch. The first due Truck Company.
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On a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm the first due Truck Company will number cars. How?
Use medical tape or spray paint to place a large (at least 24 inches tall) number on the side of each car to identify its position in the train.
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On a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm the first due Truck Company will number cars. Why?
This will help with identification and size-up. For ex., if ordered to "report to car 3 and assist with triage, or be advised "there are two people trapped in car 4."
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The Primary Station Recon Group, once ordered to the incident must recognize and control electrical hazards. How?
Pust the ETS in EVERY blue light box along the way. Test every new section of third rail encountered.
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If the Primary Station Recon Group, once ordered to the incident, encounters a fan shaft along the way, what must be done?
Report the status of the fans to the Recon Branch Director. If ordered, the controls will be placed in the "Manual" mode. If the fans are in "Auto Supply" (blowing in), place them in "Manual Supply". If the fans are in "Auto Exhaust" (blowing out), place them in "Manual Exhaust".
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The Primary Station Recon Group will size up the incident and advise the Recon Branch Director. Size up and report on the following:
1. Confirm the exact location of the incident by chain marker.
2. Identify the type of incident: such as a fire, derailment, electrical arcing, etc.
3. Determine the number and condition of passengers and what number needs Fire/EMS assistance.
4. Perform an extrication size-up. (Explain the type of entrapment and what type of specialized equipment will be needed)
5. Conditions in the tunnel, such as the location by chain marker where the incident is or smoke and heat are found.
6. Identify which standpipe will be used. The identification number will be stenciled on the standpipe or on the wall nearby.
7. Evaluate the effectiveness of the direction of ventilation. Changes can be recommended, but will not be made without approval.
8. Determine what additional Fire/EMS resources are required.
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351
On a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm what designation will the fourth due engine be?
Water Supply Group
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352
What is the objective for the Water Supply Group on a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm?
Supply the Primary Station standpipe, the Secondary Station standpipe, and three tunnel standpipes surrounding the incident.
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353
How many units are assigned to the Water Supply Group on a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm?
Five wagons. Four engines who are dispatched to the Primary Station and the first due engine at the Secondary Station.
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354
What equipment will the five wagons assigned to the Water Supply Group have?
Five wagons, The 2nd, 3rd, and 4th due wagons will also have Metro tools for opening emergency exit sidewalk hatches. Each driver will keep their PATs with them at the wagon.
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355
What three tunnel standpipes are to be supplied on a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm?
1. The standpipe covering the given chain marker location.
2. The standpipe on the inbound side of the incident.
3. The standpipe on the outbound side of the incident.
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356
On a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm, which units are assigned to supply the tunnel standpipes?
The 2nd, 3rd, and 4th due engines.
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357
The Water Supply Group Supervisor (4th due OIC) will record what information to give to Operations?
Which engine is assigned to each standpipe on the Metro Emergency Response Maps page for the tunnel involved.
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358
The Second, Third, and Fourth due wagon drivers at the Primary Station will initially meet with whom and where to receive a tunnel standpipe assignment?
The Water Supply Group Supervisor at the main station entrance
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359
The Second, Third, and Fourth due wagon drivers at the Primary Station will give a size-up report of conditions found on the assigned TAC channel such as what?
"smoke showing from the gate, or people are evacuating from the emergency exit, or nothing evident."
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360
The 2nd due wagon driver at the Secondary Station will park where?
Park at least one block away from the station entrances.
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361
At the Secondary Station on a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm which units are in the Secondary Station Recon Group?
First due engine and first due truck at the secondary station.
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362
At the Secondary Station on a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm who will be responsible for accountability?
The second due engine at the Secondary Station will be responsible for the accountability of the Secondary Station Recon Group.
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363
The second due engine at the Secondary Station will be responsible for accountability and will perform other needed actions from the street level at the Secondary Station such as what?
Controlling civilian access and egress from the station as appropriate, performing and relaying to the Recon Branch Director size up and additional resource needs, if any, and any other actions that would assist the Secondary Station Recon Group.
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364
The Secondary Station Recon Group Supervisor will have what radio designation?
The name of the station and the title "Recon Group." For example, "Smithsonian Recon Group Supervisor"
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365
What equipment will the first due engine at the Secondary Station in a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm have?
Officer - Metro bag/Knox box keys
Line and layout - Standpipe hose and gated wye
Driver - PAT and wagon. Supplies Secondary Station standpipe. (the book says primary station)
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366
What equipment will the first due truck at a Secondary Station of a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm have?
Officer - UDC, WSAD, thermal imager
Bar - Halligan bar, forcible entry tools
Hook/Axe - EMS jump bag, AED, oxygen
Driver - Light bag and an additional light
Tiller/Tip - Metro Bag, hook
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367
The First due engine at the Secondary Station on a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm will request what information?
1. the reported nature and location of the emergency.
2. the status of third rail power on ALL tracks in the area.
3. the movement of trains into the station.
4. the status of the ventilation system.
5. if OCC is in contact with the train operator.
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368
In the Secondary Station Recon Group, no one is allowed to enter the track bed unless the Recon Branch Director has approved and what else?
OCC has confirmed that third rail power is "OFF".
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369
Once entering the track bed, the Secondary Station Recon Group must recognize and control electrical hazards. What must be done?
Push the ETS in EVERY blue light box along the way. Test every new section of third rail encountered.
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370
Once permission has been given for the Secondary Station Recon Group to enter the track bed, what must be done if they encounter a fan shaft along the way?
Report the status of the fans to the Recon Branch Director. If ordered, the controls will be placed in the "Manual" mode. If the fans are in "Auto Supply" (blowing in), place them in "Manual Supply". If the fans are in "Auto Exhaust" (blowing out), place them in "Manual Exhaust".
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371
The Second due engine at the Secondary Station on a Metro Tunnel box will be designated what?
Accountability/Control
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372
What level Accountability procedures will be established at the Secondary Station Entry Control Point?
Level III
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What radio designation will the secondary station accountability officer have?
Name of the secondary station and the title, "Accountability." Example: "Stadium-Armory Accountability"
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374
The Second due engine at the Secondary Station on a Metro Tunnel box will have what equipment?
Officer - UDC, Metro bag, Metro Emergency Response Maps
Line and layout - Standpipe hose and gated wye
Driver - EMS jump bag and oxygen
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375
What will the second due engine company on a Metro Tunnel box, Secondary station, do after all equipment is obtained by the members?
Establish Level III Accountability at the Secondary Station Entry Control Point. The UDC's for the initial units at the Secondary Station will be placed in the Metro Bag which is staged with the other equipment at the Secondary Station Entry Control Point.
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376
On a Metro Tunnel Box Alarm, all uncommitted units that do not have an assignment will assume what level of staging?
Level I Staging unless otherwise ordered by the IC.
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377
For additional incident management positions, the officer in charge will remain, chiefs are in charge of whom?
Sections
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378
For additional incident management positions, the officer in charge will remain, Directors are in charge of whom?
Branches
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379
For additional incident management positions, the officer in charge will remain, Supervisors are in charge of whom?
Groups and Divisions
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380
Section Chiefs report to whom?
the Incident Commander
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381
Branch Directors report to whom?
Operations
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382
Groups and Division Supervisors report to whom?
Branch Director
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383
The Evacuation Branch or Group is responsible for what?
Evacuating all passengers from the scene of the incident, and coordinating their medical needs with EMS.
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384
On all Metro incidents, passengers should be evacuated through what whenever possible?
A station entrance
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385
What equipment will the Evacuation Branch or Group need?
Medical and rescue equipment
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386
The Rescue Branch/Group is responsible for what?
Searching the stations, train, tunnels, extrication, and triage, if ordered.
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387
Which Group/Branch first priority is extrication?
Rescue Group/Branch
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388
A Resource Branch/Group would be responsible for what?
The procurement of supplies and equipment needed for an incident that was complex, large, or of a long duration.
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389
On a Metro surface incident, access to the scene may be a problem. If the train is not at a platform, what is needed and why may this be an issue?
Ladders will be necessary to climb into and out of the cars. The rocks in the track bed, known as ballast, crate a hazardous surface for walking and ladder placement.
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390
On Metro Surface Incidents, in some areas, Metro shares the right of way with other trains, such as Amtrak passenger trains and CSX freight trains. If it is necessary to operate in such areas, what must we ensure?
That ALL rail traffic has been stopped, not just Metro traffic. Units will request that OUC contact the railroad(s) involved to request that traffic be stopped.
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391
What is the first problem that we will have to overcome when responding to an incident on the metro surface right of way?
Access
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392
On Metro Surface incidents, units will be dispatched to the closet station or other point of access which may include right-of-way fences, gates, or overpasses. Gates are located where? And in an emergency, how can they be accessed?
Every 800 feet. Locks can be opened with Metro key number 2595 or the fence material may be cut.
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393
On Metro Surface incidents there may be exposure problems. Why?
The Metro right of way may be located close to commercial, industrial, or residential occupancies. Some tracks are in close proximity to busy streets and highways, causing additional hazards to operating personnel.
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394
What two resources can we use for surface incidents that should work well?
The National Incident Management System (NIMS) and Standard Operating Guidelines were developed for station incidents.
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395
On Metro Aerial incidents, in addition to the problems of access to the right of way, what additional problem is there?
Access to the elevated track.
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396
On Aerial incidents, which unit will be a great asset?
Aerial tower(s).
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397
Tower-3 is generally capable of carrying how many people at a time on aerial incidents?
Four people. Evacuation by aerial tower will be a slow process due to its limited platform space and load-bearing restrictions.
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398
On Aerial Metro incidents only people who are what will be evacuated by aerial tower?
injured and incapable of walking to the station
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399
On Aerial incidents, which unit will be added as a third due truck on Metro incidents where the tracks or station is elevated?
Tower 3
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400
If Tower 3 is first or second due on the initial assignment of a Aerial Metro Box Alarm what will happen?
They will NOT perform the duties assigned to those assignments but will position and take actions that take advantage of the aerial towers' capabilities such as access, egress, and evacuation of injured victims from elevated portions. The next due trucks will assume the role of the first or second due truck depending on Tower 3 position on the assignment.
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401
How wide are the safety walks provided along the aerial right of way?
Only 22 inches wide and cluttered with cables and control boxes.
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402
On Aerial right of way, Metro recommends having evacuees exit the train onto the safety walk and then, at the earliest opportunity, what?
descend to the trackway and walk between the tracks to the nearest exit. In some cases, it may be preferable to walk outside of the tracks, on the side OPPOSITE the third rail, because of the obstructions between the rails.
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403
What two resources have been developed for station incidents and should work well for aerial incidents?
The National Incident Management System (NIMS) and Standard Operating Guidelines.
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404
What does CB-EMIS stand for?
The Chemical Biological Emergency Management Information System.
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405
What is the Chemical Biological Emergency Management Information System?
A resource available to Incident Commanders on a Metro incident that allows them to use data from chemical sensors located in selected stations.
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406
The data collected from chemical sensors located in selected Metro Stations shows what? (CB-EMIS)
1. Identify activated sensors.
2. Obtain train movement information.
3. Gather weather information from local monitoring stations.
4. Monitor video from Metro stations.
5. Access dispersion and plume cloud models.
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407
When Metro OCC advises Fire/EMS of an alert from the Chemical Biological Emergency Management Information System, the sensors have received the alarm how many times?
Twice
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408
The CB-EMIS Manual and Quick Reference Guide is found where?
with the laptops in Battalion Fire Chief Buggies and can be referenced for further and more detailed information.
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409
Where are the flammable vapor and gas detection systems located in the Metro system?
In areas where a flammable gas or vapor would likely enter the Metro system.
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410
What are the types of flammable gases and vapors encountered near Metro right-of-ways?
gasoline, LPG (liquified petroleum gas), and natural gas.
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411
Why are gasoline and LPG the most likely substances to be found in the Metro system?
because their vapors are heavier than air and remain at ground level or accumulate in low areas.
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412
The flammable vapor and gas detection systems are located where in the Metro?
1. Ventilation shafts that are not protected by a raised curb around the opening.
2. The right of way detection systems are located every 800 ft along with the ETS boxes and at right-of-way gates.
3. In tunnels, the sensors are located in the lowest portion of tunnels where a gas or vapor is most likely to accumulate.
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Flammable Vapor and Gas detection systems are transmitted when the ambient vapor levels are exceeded. The systems are calibrated so that a warning is transmitted if what is reached?
20 percent of the lower flammable limit (LFL) for the product is reached. The alarm is then transmitted to the system monitor in the communications room serving that area. Lastly, the activated alarm signal is relayed to Metro OCC.
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414
A Metro Hazardous Materials/CB-EMIS dispatch assignment is?
3 - Engines
1 - Truck
1 - Special Ops BFC (Incident Commander)
1 - Firefighting Division BFC (Metro Liason at OCC)
1 - Rescue Squad
1 - HazMat Unit
1 - EMS Supervisor
1 - Medic Unit
1 - Basic Unit
1 - Safety Officer
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415
A Metro Hazardous Materials/CB-EMIS will be dispatched for the report of what?
Unconfirmed reports of a hazardous materials or CB-EMIS incident in the Metro system.
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416
If further information is received initially, en route, or upon arrival to a Metro Hazardous Materials/CB-EMIS incident, that indicates there are multiple victims, an explosion, or a large area affected to include multiple trains/stations; what resources may be requested?
1. Hazmat Task Force
2. Mass Casualty Task Force
3. Additional rescue squads
4. Additional EMS units
5. Additional engines, trucks, command officers, rescue squads, and hazmat units.
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417
First responders will adhere to the hazardous materials incident procedures of?
1. Recognition
2. Identification
3. Notification
4. Isolation
5. Protection
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418
On a Metro Hazmat/CB-EMIS incident, after all units are confirmed responding, the SpOps- BFC will advise all units on the assigned TAC channel of what?
"that all units, with the exception of the first-due engine, will stage two blocks away "in line of approach. Level III Accountability will be in effect."
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419
On a Metro Hazmat/CB-EMIS incident where should units consider staging?
Uphill, upwind, using buildings for shielding, and other nearby Metro station entrances/vents as factors in avoiding contamination.
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420
On Metro HazMat/CB-EMIS incidents the 1st due BFC/Metro Liason will immediately contact Metro OCC to try to speak with the Assistant Superintendent on-duty and ascertain what?
1. Type of incident and any further details not given at the time of dispatch.
2. Confirmed location.
3. Number of known victims and potential victims
4. Train movement into and out of a station.
5. Third rail power status.
6. Is Metro-OCC able to see the location via CCTV and/or are they in contact with a Metro employee on the scene?
7. Alarms activated, CB-EMIS, flammable vapor
8. Any other pertinent information.
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421
The status of train movement into and out of an affected station or area within Metro is a critical factor to consider immediately. Why?
Trains coming into a station and discharging passengers can instantly expose hundreds of more people to a hazardous environment. Conversely, trains leaving a station with passengers that have been exposed to a hazardous environment can cause the area or scope of the problem to expand to other stations and even areas outside the Metro system if contaminated passengers exit a station into the general public. Because of this, the stoppage of train movement must be considered immediately.
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422
On a Metro Hazmat/CB-EMIS incident, the first due engine will stop their apparatus where?
At the first location that gives them a good view of the incident site (station, station entrance for underground portions, right-of-way areas).
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423
The first-due engine will advise Special Operations verbally what following information on a Metro HazMat/CB-EMIS incidents?
1. That you are on the scene.
2. Location where you are positioning the apparatus to begin your recon.
3. Any conditions you observe. (i.e., "Numerous persons appear to be evacuating and there are several persons down," "There is a tank truck with a placard number of 12003 off the roadway and on the Metro right-of-way at "exact location")
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424
On a Metro Hazmat/CB-EMIS incident the first due engine will advise Special Operations of what?
1. That you are on scene.
2. Location where you are positioning the apparatus to begin your recon.
3. Any conditions you observe.
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425
On a Metro Hazmat/CB-EMIS incident, with the exception of the driver who will remain at the apparatus, the officer and remaining members will do what?
Cautiously and in a defensive mode approach the incident in full PPE, including SCBA, which should be donned if the rescuers were to be exposed to potentially contaminated victims, or had to enter the hazard zone to perform an immediate rescue of a viable victim.
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426
On a Metro Hazmat/CB-EMIS incident, the first due engine will attempt to gather as much information as possible without what?
entering any underground portion of the Metro system.
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427
On a Metro Hazmat/CB-EMIS incident the first due engine should gather information on the incident but not be limited to the following:
1. Conditions found/observed upon arrival.
2. Need for immediate rescue.
3. Estimate of the number of victims.
4. Need for immediate emergency medical treatment.
5. Signs and symptoms of victims.
6. Need for victims decontamination.
7. Information from witnesses, Metro officials, victims (without making direct contact), law enforcement.
8. What areas need to be isolated and denied entry to.
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428
When initial or on-scene reports on a Metro incident, indicate a possible Mass Casualty Incident (9 or more victims), what additional units will be dispatched?
A 2nd Rescue Squad, Mass Casualty Task Force, and additional EMS units as appropriate and/or available.
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429
When dispatched on a Metro response, who has the ultimate responsibility for ensuring proper resources have been dispatched or are requested?
Company and chief officers
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430
When initial or on-scene reports on a Metro incident, indicate possible hazardous materials, explosion, multiple victims unknown cause, what unit will be added to the assignment?
The Hazardous Materials Unit
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431
Tower-3 has been added to the initial response assignments for elevated portions of the Metro systems. These portions include what?
1. Orange Line between the Stadium-Armory and Minnesota Avenue Stations.
2. Red Line between the Ft. Totten and Takoma Stations.
3. Rhode Island Avenue Metro Station.
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432
Tower-3 will be dispatched as what?
An additional truck with the intent of utilizing the capabilities provided by their bucket as related to access/egress issues.
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433
If Tower-3 is not available for elevated portions of the Metro sytem what will be utilized?
A tower from a mutual aid jurisdiction should be requested.
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434
As with "working" structural incidents on Metro incidents, when conditions warrant, a "Working Fire Dispatch" will be requested and those units will function how?
In accordance with the WFD SOGs for structural incidents, unless advised otherwise.
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435
On Metro incidents, when conditions warrant the request for the next multiple alarm, the full structural multiple alarm assignment, plus any additional specific resources needed will be requested, and what?
Ordered to stage unless advised otherwise.
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436
When Metro incidents occur on sections of Metro between the District of Columbia and Arlington, Montgomery, or Prince George's counties, what approach is used?
A bi-directional approach concept will still be utilized using units from DC Fire/EMS and the other involved county.
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437
On Multi-Jurisdictional Metro Responses what kind of command post will be made?
A unified command post concept will be established and staffed by representatives between the two jurisdictions.
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438
When Metro incidents occur on sections of Metro between the District of Columbia and Arlington, Montgomery, or Prince George's counties; the ultimate responsibility for the incident ("jurisdiction having authority") is determined by what?
The location of the lead car's operator cab at the time of the incident.
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439
Though there exists the capability for radios from all jurisdictions to operate on the same TAC Channel, what will be done?
Effective communication will be better achieved by keeping each jurisdiction's units on their own TAC Channel. Coordination and communication between the jurisdictions will be done through the Unified Command Post and the DC Fire/EMS "Metro Liaison" representative.
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440
Emergencies in traction power substations and tie-breaker stations will be handled how?
In the same manner as other incidents in high-voltage electrical substations, such as Potomac Electric Power Company (PEPCO) facilities.
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Fire Department personnel will ___ be allowed to enter into traction power substations and tie-breaker stations until qualified Metro and PEPCO personnel have arrived on the scene, confirmed __ ___ __ ___, and given permission for Fire Department personnel to enter.
NOT, all power is OFF
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Emergencies in traction power substations and tie breaker stations will be handled in the same manner as other incidents in high voltage electrical substations. Fire Department personnel will ____ be allowed to enter such locations until qualified Metro and PEPCO personnel have arrived on scene, confirmed ____ ____ ___ ___, and given permission for Fire Department personnel to enter.
NOT, confirmed all power is OFF
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443
The location of the Repair Shops and Yards-Brentwood Yard is located where?
601 T St., N.E.
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444
Incidents at Brentwood Yard, "601 T St. N.E.", will be treated as what?
Surface right of way emergencies with several exceptions.
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445
On incidents at Brentwood Yard, all Metro OCC's functions are replaced by the Interlocking Operator in the Yard Control Tower, known as what?
Brentwood Tower
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446
On incidents at Brentwood Yard, all Metro OCC's functions are replaced by whom?
The Interlocking Operator in the Yard Control Tower, known as, "Brentwood Tower."
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447
On incidents at Brentwood Yard, can Metro OCC control power in the yard?
No.
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448
The "Red Line" tracks pass just outside both the east and west side boundaries of the Brentwood Yard facility. Those rails sections are under whose control?
The control of Metro OCC and have ETS boxes along those sections.
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449
The "____ ____" tracks pass just outside of both the east and west side boundaries of the Brentwood Yard facility and those rail sections ___ under the control of whom? and have ETS boxes along those sections.
Red line, Metro OCC
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450
The first arriving unit to Brentwood Yard and the Incident Commander must immediately contact whom?
The Interlocking Operator in the Control Tower. The guard at the gate, and other Metro employees in the yard, are in radio contact with the Control Tower. Also, an escort should meet the Fire Department at the gate.
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451
Where is the the Yard Control Tower located?
Located on the second floor, in the southwest corner of the Major Repair Building and can be reached from the stairwell by the south entrance of the building.
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452
On incidents at Brentwood Yard where should the Incident Commander set up the command post? Why?
The Control Tower. The Control Tower has a good view of most of the yard. The rest of the yard can be viewed by two remote control cameras.
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453
There are no blue light boxes and ETS's for the tracks in the yard except for where?
In the wash track area on the west side of the Major Repair Building. Power to all of the tracks in the yard must be removed by the Control Tower.
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454
The telephone number for the Control Tower is what. If you are on a Metro telephone what can be dialed to reach the Control Tower?
202-962-5939
5939 from a Metro telephone
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455
When are apparatus or personnel allowed to enter the track areas in Brentwood Yard? It must be remembered that what?
Power has been removed and train movement has been stopped. There are multiple tracks and diesel-powered locomotives present that do not need third rail power.
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456
Trains at Brentwood Yard are restricted to a travel speed of what?
10 to 12 miles per hour. If they exceed 15 miles per hour, they are automatically stopped.
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457
At Brentwood Yard, where can apparatus and personnel cross the tracks in the yard?
At roadways
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458
At Brentwood Yard, the trains in the yard must stop at all roadways and do what?
Sound their horn, wait five (5) seconds, and then proceed across the road.
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459
At Brentwood Yard, all department apparatus will do what at all tracks?
Stop at all tracks, sound their horn, wait five (5) seconds, and then proceed across the tracks.
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460
The Major Repair Building at Brentwood Yard does what?
It is where maintenance and repairs are done to Metro railcars.
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461
Does the Major Repair Building at Brentwood Yard have a third rail inside this facility?
No, two electrical power sources are provided to meet the needs.
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462
The Major Repair Building at Brentwood Yard does not have a third rail inside the facility to provide power to move the rail car. How many electrical power sources are provided to meet these needs?
Two
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 15 pg. 2
463
The Major Repair Building at Brentwood Yard has what two electrical power sources?
"Shop Power" and "Stinger trolley"
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 15 pg. 2
464
In the Major Repair Building, at Brentwood Yard, what is "Shop Power"?
It is a line that runs from the red and white striped boxes located along the walls. This "Shop Power" line is a 750-volt line that plugs into a receiving nipple located on the lower side of the car.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 15 pg. 2
465
In the Major Repair Building at Brentwood Yard, how do you remove power to the "Shop Power?"
To remove power to the line, depress the red button located on the side of the red and white striped boxes from which the line originates.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 15 pg. 2
466
In the Major Repair Building at Brentwood Yard, what is a "stinger trolley"?
An electrical source which is ceiling mounted, 750 volts, power source that rolls along tracks from the front to the back of the building. This "stinger trolley" is connected to a power pick-up shoe on a rail car when its desired to move the railcar to the outside where it then makes contact with a typical third rail section for propulsion power.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 15 pg. 2
467
In the Major Repair Building, at Brentwood Yard, how is the power to the "stinger trolley" started?
A "deadman" switch is connected to the floor level power line attached to each individual "stinger trolley." To power the "stinger trolley" the "deadman switch" must be depressed and held. If the "deadman" switch is released power is immediately cut to the "stinger".
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 15 pg. 2
468
In the Major Repair Building, at Brentwood Yard, when a "deadman switch" is depressed for any "stinger trolley" what happens in the facility?
Orange lights illuminate and a buzzer sounds throughout the building.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 15 pg. 2
469
Units operating in the Major Repair Building at Brentwood Yard, must use extreme caution why?
Because there are also exposed wires near the ceiling in areas away from the Stinger trolley and overhead hoists.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 15 pg. 2
470
Care must be used in the shop because if the stinger is attached to one power pick-up shoe what happens?
all pick-up shoes are energized.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 15 pg. 2
471
At the Major Repair Building at Brentwood Yard, how is laddering done?
No laddering is to be done in the Major Repair Building until power is confirmed to be shut down and tested with a "hot stick". Metro has wooden ladders that should be used in lieu of metal Department ladders.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 15 pg. 2
472
At Brentwood Yard, can the Control Tower remove or monitor power inside the Major Repair Building?
No
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 15 pg. 2
473
The Major Repair Building at Brentwood Yard is sprinkled, what will the Metro Surface Box Alarm companies do?
The first due engine will connect their soft sleeve to the hydrant on the north end of the building. The second due engine will connect their soft sleeve at the south end of the building. The apparatus of the other engine companies (3rd, 4th, and 5th due) should stage just outside the yard to either split lay to the hydrant at the north end of the yard or to a hydrant in the yard.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 15 pg. 2
474
At Brentwood Yard, the Major Repair Building is sprinklered, the first due engine will connect their soft sleeve to the hydrant on the north end of the building. The second due engine will connect their soft sleeve at the south end of the building. Both hydrants are close enough for what?
To run pre-connected attack lines from the apparatus when they are connected directly to the hydrants.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 15 pg. 2
475
At Brentwood Yard there are other railroads that have tracks just outside of the Metro Yard. These other railroads must be notified when what?
Hose lines are laid across or in the vicinity of their tracks outside the Metro yard. The other railroads can be contacted by the Metro Rail Supervisor.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 15 pg. 3
476
There are two basic technologies used in tunnel communications. What are they?
1. Leaky lines
2. Bi-directional amplifiers (BDA's)
Metrorail SOG's Appendix B pg. 1
477
What talk groups can you use on Metro incidents?
The same talk groups you use for a house fire. 03, 07, 0A3, 0A7, etc.
Metrorail SOG's Appendix B pg. 2
478
Where on Metro incidents is the expected area of radio coverage?
Along the Right of Way (ROW)
Metrorail SOG's Appendix B pg. 2
479
What is a leaky feeder?
A communication system used in underground mining and other tunnel environments.
Metrorail SOG's Appendix B pg. 3
480
A leaky feeder is a communications system used in underground mining and other tunnel environments. It consists of what?
A coaxial cable runs along tunnel walls which emit and receive radio waves. The cable is leaky in that it has gaps or slots in its outer conductor to allow signal to leak into or out of the cable along its entire length. Because of this leakage of signal, line amplifiers are required to be inserted at regular intervals, typically every 350 to 500 meters, to boost the signal back up to acceptable levels.
Metrorail SOG's Appendix B pg. 3
481
A leaky feeder cable is leaky in that it has gaps or slots in its outer conductor to allow signal to leak into or out of the cable along its entire length. Because of this leakage of signal, line amplifiers are required where?
To be inserted at regular intervals, typically every 350 to 500 meters, to boost the signal back up to acceptable levels.
Metrorail SOG's Appendix B pg. 3
482
A leaky feeder system has a limited range and because of the high frequency it uses, transmissions cannot pass through what?
Solid rock, which limits the system to a line-of-sight application. It does allow two-way mobile communication.
Metrorail SOG's Appendix B pg. 3
483
What potential Teunnel communication problems on a Metro incident may be experienced with leaky lines?
1. A fire in the tunnel can cause antenna lines to burn through.
2. Tunnels are dusty and lines clog.
3. Crashes and explosions result in sharp fragments of metal that slice through cable.
4. The spans are long and subject to other physics.
Metrorail SOG's Appendix B pg. 5
484
Many things affect the range on channels 0A15/16 and 0B15/16 including what?
Concrete, steel, and the power of the radio itself.
Metrorail SOG's Appendix B pg. 6
485
Many things affect the range on channels 0A15/16 and 0B15/16 including concrete, steel, and the power of the radio. Portables are "relatively" low power, how many watts?
3 watts
Metrorail SOG's Appendix B pg. 6
486
What is a radio relay?
A radio relay is a communications chain that bridges distances over which one could not usually talk. Build a chain of people with radios to bridge large distances full of concrete and metal.
Metrorail SOG's Appendix B pg. 7
487
When should a relay be established on a Metro incident?
Crews must stop at each turn or bend in the ROW to confirm communications. If communications is lost by going into a portal or chasing direction, this is where a relay should be established.
Metrorail SOG's Appendix B pg. 12
488
For viable practice radio relay, when transmitting a message that needs to be repeated begin with what?
"message for relay" Ex. Platform Comm to Mezzanine Comm, "message for relay". Mezzanine comm to Platform comm, ready for message.
Metrorail SOG's Appendix B pg. 13
489
Things to think about when communicating on Metro incidents. The mobile radio is more powerful than the portable. If you can get a mobile where?
Close on channel 15 or 16 top side and leave the driver with it that would help.
Metrorail SOG's Appendix B pg. 15
490
Things to think about when communicating on Metro incidents. Think about all the talking the relay radios will have to do. What will you need?
You will need more batteries for an extended operation.
Metrorail SOG's Appendix B pg. 15
491
Simplex (channels __ _ __) and DVRS (channels _ _ _) are similar enough that if one cannot reach all the way back to the top it is unlikely that the other will.
Channels 15 & 16, channels 4 & 8
Metrorail SOG's Appendix B pg. 18
492
On a Metro incident, where should the DVRS be positioned?
A DVRS should be positioned so the active antenna points directly at the portal of entry into the station.
Metrorail SOG's Appendix B pg. 18
493
What is NCR-CIG?
A Radio Cache with portable repeater devices.
Metrorail SOG's Appendix B pg. 19
494
What needs to be considered when it comes to utilizing the NCR-CIG?
1. Consider time for deployment (if you call for a WFD or additional alarm, also request the NCR-CIG/Radio Cache)
2. Consider time for equipment set-up.
3. Consider the need to conduct operations in smoke filled tunnel with zero visibility.
Metrorail SOG's Appendix B pg. 20
495
If any unit or member is found to be unaccounted for after a roll call, ____ attempt(s) will be made to ascertain their accountability and location. If after this/these attempt(s) contact has not been made, a "MAYDAY" will be declared and handled per Department policy.
a. one
b. two
c. three
d. four
B. two
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 9
496
Which of the following statements about the kiosk telephones in the Metro is CORRECT?
a. Both telephone lines can be used at the same time.
b. Both telephone lines will ring for incoming calls.
c. Outside calls cannot be made from the first telephone line.
d. The second telephone line should be used to make outgoing calls in order to keep the first line open for incoming calls.
D. The second telephone line should be used to make outgoing calls in order to keep the first line open for incoming calls.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. Ch. 4 pg. 3, 4
497
When there is a fire on the mezzanine level of the Metro, all fans should be placed in which mode?
A. "Automatic"
B. "Supply"
C. "Exhaust"
D. "Off"
B. "Supply"
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 6 pg. 6
498
In the event of a tunnel emergency, groups will be named by which of the following?
a. The task they have been assigned only.
b. The ranking unit in the group only.
c. The name of the station they entered and the task they have been assigned.
d. The ranking unit in the group and the task they have been assigned.
C. The name of the station they entered and the task they have been assigned.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 10 pg. 1
499
In the event of a tunnel emergency, which of the following is considered a criterion for a two-station deployment?
a. The secondary station recon group has searched the right-of-way from the secondary station to the sight of the emergency and it is clear.
b. The tunnel is relatively short and moving staged units from the secondary station to the primary station saves little time or effort.
c. The site of the emergency is closer to the primary station.
d. The primary station is suitable for operation.
B. The tunnel is relatively short and moving staged units from the secondary station to the primary station saves little time or effort.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 10 pg. 3
500
Which of the following shall apply regarding surface Metro incidents?
a. A fire or derailment on the surface is more difficult to manage than one in a station or tunnel.
b. If it is necessary to operate in an area where the Metro shares the right of way with other trains, only Metro traffic needs to be stopped.
c. Only one branch shall be established at the incident, even if operations are conducted in different locations.
d. Due to the layout of the area and the length of the train involved, it may be advantageous to access the incident from both sides of the tracks.
D. Due to the layout of the area and the length of the train involved, it may be advantageous to access the incident from both sides of the tracks.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 11 pg. 1
501
The ultimate responsibility for a multi-jurisdictional Metro incident is determined by which of the following?
a. The jurisdiction that responded first to the incident.
b. The jurisdiction that has committed the most resources to the incident.
c. The location of the lead car's operator's cab at the time of the incident.
d. The location of the majority of the involved train cabs.
C. The location of the lead car's operator's cab at the time of the incident.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 14 pg. 3
502
Which of the following statements about the third rail on the Metrorail is CORRECT?
a. All sections of the third rail are on the same current.
b. Blue light boxes and emergency trip switches (ETSs) are placed at every end of each section of third rail.
c. When an ETS is pushed in a blue lightbox, the power is removed from the entirety of third rail
d. If personnel encounter a new section of third rail before coming to a blue lightbox, it may be energized.
D. If personnel encounter a new section of third rail before coming to a blue lightbox, it may be energized.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 1
503
Personnel who wish to flag an oncoming Metro train should be positioned in a safe area approximately ____ feet on each side of the incident. They should swing the hand light ___ so that it can be seen by the approaching train operator.
a. 500; vertically up and down
b. 500; horizontally from side to side
c. 750; vertically up and down
d. 750; horizontally from side to side
D. 750; horizontally from side to side
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 4
504
Who will act as the accountability/control unit at a tunnel box alarm?
a. The 2nd due engine at the primary station.
b. The 1st due engine at the secondary station.
c. The 2nd due engine at the secondary station.
d. The 3rd due engine at the secondary station.
C. The 2nd due engine at the secondary station.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 3 pg. 7
505
The overall strategy for managing a Metro emergency can be organized into four steps. What is the first of these steps?
a. Access
b. Control
c. Evacuate
d. Rescue
A. Access
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 1 pg. 2
506
In the event of a Metro station box alarm, which units will be dispatched to the main station entrance?
a. All units
b. All units except the second-due engine.
c. All units except the third-due engine.
d. All units except the fourth-due engine.
D. All units except the fourth-due engine.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 2 pg. 1
507
What is the preferred method of communication between the kiosk and personnel operating on the station platform?
a. Public telephones
b. Metro radios.
c. The public address system.
d. The Passenger Emergency Reporting System (PERS).
D. The Passenger Emergency Reporting System (PERS).
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 4 pg. 3
508
When there is a fire in a tunnel, fan shafts on both sides of the fire will be used. Which of the following shall apply regarding these fans?
a. The fans on both sides of the fire will be placed in "exhaust."
b. The fans on both sides of the fire will be placed in "automatic."
c. The fans on one side of the fire will be placed in "supply," and the fans on the other side of the fire will be placed in "exhaust."
d. The fans on one side of the fire will be placed in "exhaust," and the fans on the other side of the fire will be placed in "automatic."
C. The fans on one side of the fire will be placed in "supply," and the fans on the other side of the fire will be placed in "exhaust."
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 6 pg. 8
509
A mass casualty incident, as defined in the EMS Operations Bulletin No. 1, is any incident with __ or more victims or that has been officially declared as a mass casualty incident.
a. seven
b. eight
c. nine
d. ten
C. nine
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 8 pg. 1
510
The 3rd due engine at a station incident is generally designated as the accountability/command unit. ___ firefighters from the engine will give their personnel accountability tags (PATs) to their officer and report to the _______ located forward at the kiosk or other advantageous location as announced.
a. Two; Recon Branch director
b. Two; Safety officer
c. Three; Recon Branch director
d. Three; Safety officer
A. Two; Recon Branch director
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 9 pg. 10
511
Which of the following statements about aerial towers is CORRECT?
a. People are more comfortable climbing down an aerial or ground ladder than riding down on an aerial platform.
b. The optimum location for an aerial tower can only be selected after it arrives.
c. Evacuation by aerial tower is a slow process due to its limited platform space and load-bearing restriction.
d. Any person, whether injured or healthy, can be evacuated by aerial tower.
C. Evacuation by aerial tower is a slow process due to its limited platform space and load-bearing restriction.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 12 pg. 1
512
May personnel use cell phones as a means of communication at a Metro incident?
a. Yes, and the use of cell phones is encouraged when possible and appropriate to reduce radio traffic.
b. Yes, but communication by radio is preferred over communication by cell phone.
c. No, because there are no cell phone signals in underground portions of the Metro system.
d. No, because messages transmitted by cell phone are not considered secure.
A. Yes, and the use of cell phones is encouraged when possible and appropriate to reduce radio traffic.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 4 pg. 2
513
If a hydrant is too far away from the Metro standpipe siamese connection(s) or the nearest hydrant is out of service, the wagon will connect directly to the ___ and ____.
a. hydrant; forward lay to the siamese connection
b. hydrant; reverse lay to the siamese connection
c. siamese connection; forward lay to the hydrant
d. siamese connection; reverse lay to the hydrant
D. siamese connection; reverse lay to the hydrant
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 5 pg. 1
514
To ventilate the platform level of a station, the fans in the fan shafts at both ends of the station, and under platform exhaust system, will be placed in which mode?
a. "Automatic"
b. "Supply"
c. "Exhaust"
d. "Off"
C. "Exhaust"
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 6 pg. 4
515
In the event that a Metro train is on fire and evacuation is anticipated, should personnel maintain third rail power?
a. Yes, because third rail power must always be maintained, even during evacuations.
b. Yes, because passengers prefer waiting for a "rescue train" to other methods of evacuation during fires.
c. No, unless the Operations Control Center (OCC) can assure personnel that a "rescue train" is approaching or is on the scene and actually removing passengers.
d. No, because third rail power should always be shut off during evaluations without exception.
C. No, unless the Operations Control Center (OCC) can assure personnel that a "rescue train" is approaching or is on the scene and actually removing passengers.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 7 pg. 1
516
The District of Columbia Fire and EMS Department Standard Operating Guidelines Manual includes which of the following basic strategies for Metro mass casualty incidents?
a. The treatment area should be located at a safe area between the hazard area and the EMS loading zone.
b. In almost all instances initial units will be sufficient for handling a mass casualty incident, so requests for additional resources should be delayed until a need is identified.
c. Initial triage shall always take place at another site separate from the incident site.
d. To avoid confusion, only one triage, treatment, and transport zone shall be established, even if the geography of the incident site is complex.
A. The treatment area should be located at a safe area between the hazard area and the EMS loading zone.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 8 pg. 7
517
Which engine is responsible for providing a second water supply to the station standpipe system at a station incident, doing a size-up of conditions, and performing a search at the alternate entrance side of the station if deemed necessary?
a. The 1st due engine
b. The 2nd due engine.
c. The 3rd due engine.
d. The 4th due engine.
D. The 4th due engine.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 9 pg. 23
518
After all units are confirmed responding at a hazardous materials incident, the Special Operations_ BFC will advise all units on the assigned tactical channel that ____ will stage two blocks away in-line of approach.
a. all units
b. all units, with the exception of the 1st due engine.
c. all units, with the exception of the 1st and 2nd due engine.
d. all units, with the exception of the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd due engines.
B. all units, with the exception of the 1st due engine.
Metrorail SOG's Ch. 13 pg. 4
