Operational Hazard Spectrum

Question 1

Define ODP

Answer 1

A period without war, a time of peace

Question 2

Define OOTW

Answer 2

Focus on bettering war, resolving conflict, promoting peace and supporting civil authorities in response to domestic crises

Question 3

Define WAR

Answer 3

A state of armed conflicts between different countries or different groups within a country

Question 4

Describe potential types of incidents (Point Incidents) within the Operational Spectrum

Answer 4

Minor - A small number of casualties

Major - In heath service terms a major incident can be defined as any incident where the location, number, severity, or type of live casualties requires extraordinary resources.

Diffuse incidents - A large number of casualties spread over a wide area

Question 5

State the elements of the hazard spectrum

Answer 5

• Trauma, burns
• Medical, toxicological
• Environmental

Question 6

Outline the constraints to providing care in the Hazard Spectrum

Answer 6

• Hostile environments
• Delayed or difficult evacuations
• Lack of equipment
• Lack of medical support