OP 4560 Geological Incidents

Question 1

Define landslide

Answer 1

Sudden rapid and unusual downward sliding of a hillside

Question 2

Tactical Elements of Geological Incident

Answer 2

Command
Medical
Rescue
Hazards

Question 3

Rescue Group Duties at a Geological Incident

Answer 3

• Assess building affected by slide
• come up with search/rescue plan
• Form teams
• establish lookout
• set up SZ and escape routs
• stabilize the scene
• site/access control
• talk to witnesses at scene

Question 4

Hazard Group Sup duties at Geological Incident

Answer 4

• Assess slide for fourth slides or damage
• monitor air/ventilation
• control/mark utilities (lock out tag out)
• establish zones (safety perimeter)
• coordinate w/ LE