Multi Choice Flashcards
INITIAL ACTION: FIRES INVOLVING EXPLOSIVES (SPED IS)
STEP 1 – Remember that there could be a secondary device anywhere at the scene, including in a nearby building or vehicle. Do not handle or interfere with anything unfamiliar.
STEP 2 – Do not use cell phones, portables or the like.
STEP 3 – Evacuate the scene to a distance of at least 100 metres.
STEP 4 – If the IED is located, immediately obtain the assistance of an IED operator from the Dept of Labour.
STEP 5 – Inform the National Bomb Data Centre at PNHQ, using the ‘Bomb/Explosive/IED Report’ form.
STEP 6 – Give the National Bomb Data Centre regular SITREPS.
QUESTIONS TO ASK THE OWNER(S.C.A.T.S)
When the premises was last secured, and by whom
Whether he or she knows the cause of the fire
Actions leading up to the fire
Type of business
The details of any suspects and any insurance
EXHIBITS(P.U.T)
STEP 1 – Photo and label the exhibits, and preserve them in containers.
STEP 2 – Use approved arson kits if these are available; if not, use any suitable containers such as unused four litre paint tins.
STEP 3 – Take these control samples:
Charred timber and ashes or debris from the seat of the fire for examination and comparison with samples from other points
Any accelerants found near the scene
Soil from the surrounding area
INSURANCE COMPANIES(V.I.C.O.R)
Contact the insurance company promptly to obtain the services of an assessor to:
Value the building and the damage particulars of the insurance on the premises
Information on former claims
Contents copies of their proposals
Over-insurance
Recent increase in the cover
POLICE RESPONSIBILITY
THE POLICE MUST:
CONDUCT THE CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION OR CORONIAL ENQUIRY
UNDERTAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE PROTECTION, COLLECTION AND RECORDING OF FORENSIC EVIDENCE.
THE FIRE SERVICE MUST NOTIFY POLICE AND THE RELEVANT FIRE INVESTIGATION COORDINATOR WHEN:
The fire results in SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH
The fire is considered SUSPICIOUS
Major considerations at fire scenes
A major consideration at fire scenes is a risk assessment. These must also be documented and relayed to all persons. This may extend to traffic management plans for major files. You are responsible for the safety of staff at your scene.
