OP 4510 Collapse Rescue

Question 1

Collapse Rescue Tactical Elements…

Answer 1

Command
Hazard Control
EMS
Rescue

Question 2

Collapse Rescue On-Scene Report

Answer 2

Type of occupancy or potential occupants
Number of stories
Any pertinent info
Access and staging

Question 3

Collapse Rescue Size-up Report

Answer 3

• Life hazards
• Probable location of the victim(s) within the building
• Type of construction
• Nature and extent of building damage
• Location and extent of fire (if applicable)
• Exposures (fire or collapse)
• Presence of hazards
• Expected commitment of resources

Question 4

Progress Report

Answer 4

• Condition updates
• Search and rescue status or stage
• Primary search complete
• Safety information concerning areas shored or potential collapse zones

Question 5

Physical rescue of trapped or stranded victims, injured or uninjured, shall be conducted in four (4) stages:

Answer 5

• Stage I Immediate rescue of surface casualties
• Stage II Exploration and rescue from likely survival places
• Stage III Selected debris removal
• Stage IV General debris removal