OP 021: Working On Water Flashcards
What water related incidents can the LFB attend?
Eight answers
Pumping from open water Rescues from water Rescues from ice Rescues from mud Animal rescues Flood water Vehicles in water Working along watercourses
What are the three levels of water rescue?
Level 1
Implemented when working close to water, mud, ice - without the need to enter or work on them
Level 2
Minimum level of resources needed when firefighters enter water to perform a rescue
Level 3
Indicates the level of resources what will be used in mass flooding
What risks are associated with water incidents?
Four answers
Drowning
Waterborne infections
Hypothermia
Cold water shock
Name some examples of still water, and flowing water?
Still water: Swimming pools Ponds Lakes Reservoirs Urban or rural flood water
Flowing water: Canals Rivers Coastal waters Sea lochs Urban or rural flood water
How do strainers work?
Allows water to pass through, but trap and collect solid objects
What must be worn, along with full PPE, at all waterside incidents?
Personal Floatation Device (PFD)
What does the PFD consist of?
Six answers
A hybrid life jacket and flotation device
A manually operated compressed air cartridge
An oral inflation tube
A distress whistle and flashing light
A quick release belt
Crutch straps
What does hose inflation equipment consist of?
Five answers
Two airlines (not interchangeable)
Control box (to inflate or deflate)
Regulator (to attach a BA cylinder)
A hose (sealed section)
A hose (inflation section)
Describe the throw lines?
Length, diameter
Floats
8mm diameter
25m
Permanently secured in a bag
What should be the minimum restricted zone from the water’s edge?
3m
