Operational Guideline 5.18 RIT

Question 1

RIT shall be implemented at what type of incidents?

Answer 1

All incidents where PF&R personnel are subject to IDLH, danger from equipment failure, sudden change in conditions, or other mishaps.

Question 2

Can mutual aid companies be assigned RIT?

Answer 2

Yes, due to initial resource demands but the IC shall request additional PF&R company to backup or replace

Question 3

RIT shall work closely with the IC and the ISO to prevent __________ by identifying _____________________

Answer 3

injuries
identifying hazards and unsafe acts

Question 4

RIT radios shall be turned to what channel?

Answer 4

2 on the Mayday channel 2 on the tactical talkgroup

Question 5

Who has EBSS attached to their SCBA’s

Answer 5

Technical rescue team and hazmat team

Question 6

MAYDAY is used for

Answer 6

to report missing, trapped, injured, or lost fire personnel in need of immediate assistance or rescue.

Question 7

Who monitors the mayday channel?

Answer 7

RIT, the IC, and the ISO

Question 8

RIT activation warrants what?

Answer 8

The IC calling for one or more additional alarms to provide resources to rescue branch.

Question 9

When RIT leaves the stand by point and begins a rescue mission, what will its radio designation be?

Answer 9

Company name and number without RIT
example E-7

Question 10

During a RIT activation, as soon as possible, the IC will establish what?

Answer 10

a rescue group/branch with its own dedicated safety officer