OPM Flashcards
Where should potentially infectious waste be properly disposed of
At the receiving ER that the pt is brought to UNLESS the ER refuses the waste
When must biohazardous waste be disposed of?
After each incident and not allowed to accumulate
When should the biohazardous waste containers at each FD station be used?
Generally only on ALS engine calls,
non-transport calls, and
on medical incidents occurring at the FD facility
Can loose “sharps” containers be placed in biohazardous waste containers?
Under no circumstance shall loose “sharps” containers be placed in these containers
ALL sharps must be disposed in specially designated containers that have what 4 qualities?
Closable,
puncture resistant,
leak proof on sides and bottom, and
labeled or color-coded containers for this purpose
How must sharps containers be kept when not in use?
Closed when not in use
How high are fines for infection control violations? (400.01)
As high as $10,000 PER VIOLATION
It is mandatory policy to use SCBA or SAR under what conditions?(400.02)
During ALL phases of firefighting;
during emergency situations such as confined spaces that may have toxic or oxygen deficient atmospheres;
and
while working in spaces where hazardous atmospheres may be present
All FF will wear SCBA until when? (400.02)
Until the officer in charge determines through monitoring or other means that it’s no longer required
Where can personnel find the airline respirator?(400.02)
HazMat 92, TRT 92, or aerial apparatus
When can personnel use the airline respirator?(400.02)
Only for exterior firefighting operations,
confined space,
trench, and
certain hazmat incidents
What must be worn with the airline respirator (400.02)
An appropriate escape type SCBA
What is the NFPA standard for structural firefighting clothing?(400.02)
NFPA 1971
T of F: One of the two firefighters located outside the IDLH atmosphere may be assigned to an additional role, such as incident commander in charge of the emergency or safety officer, so long as the firefighter is able to perform assistance or rescue activities without jeopardizing the safety or health of any firefighter working at the incident.(400.02)
True
What type of contact must the two firefighters entering the IDLH maintain at ALL times?(400.02)
Visual or voice communications. Radios SHALL NOT be substituted for direct contact between team members in the danger area
New recruits will be trained in respiratory protection in accordance with what NFPA number?(400.02)
NFPA 1404
When are face piece fit-tests conducted? (400.02)
(Hint: there are 6, TRIAD W)
-During initial training,
-annually,
-when a FF has experienced a significant weight change,
-facial trauma,
-reconstructive surgery,
-or major dental work that may interfere with a face piece seal
TRIAD-W
When are SCBA and spare cylinders inspected?(400.02) (hint: it’s inspected, NOT tested)
After EACH use and daily during apparatus checkout
What is done with SCBA units determined to be unfit for use?(400.02)
Taken out of service, red tagged with a description of the defect, and forwarded to St. 59 for repair
When shall SCBAs be cleaned and what is used to clean them?(400.02)
After each use. Only cleaning/sanitizing solutions for respiratory equipment will be used
When are SCBA cylinders hydrostatically tested? What is the max life of each?(400.02)
Fiberglass = 3 years
Carbon fiber = 5 years
Max life of each = 15 years
What is the minimum air quality to be used in SCBA?(400.02)
A minimum quality of grade D
How often is the purity of air from SFRDs air compressors checked? (400.02)
At least annually from a competent laboratory
- T of F: Compressed oxygen shall NOT be used in OPEN-CIRCUIT SCBA?(400.02)
True
When is a medical evaluation of the FF’s ability to wear an SCBA provided?(400.02)
At initial hiring
How long will the respirator mask be DONNED to assess comfort?(400.02-1)
At least 5 minutes
What is the substance the test conductor uses during fit testing?(400.02-1)
Stannic oxychloride, or equivalent
How is the stannic oxychloride used during the fit test?(400.02-1)
Attach a short length of tubing to one end, attach the other end to allow a pressure pump set to deliver 200ml/minute
Should the test subject keep their eyes closed for the fit test?(400.02-1)
The conductor should instruct the subject to keep eyes closed while the test is in progress
How far/close does the smoke (testing agent) need to be for fit testing?
Begin at least 12 inches from the face piece and move to within one inch, moving around entire perimeter of mask
Because the sealing of respirator/masks may be effected under certain conditions, qualitative fit testing shall be repeated immediately when the test subject has?(400.02-1) (Hint: WORDS)
-A significant weight change;
-significant facial scarring in the area of the face piece seal;
-significant dental changes (i.e. multiple extractions without prosthesis, or acquiring dentures);
-reconstructive or cosmetic surgery,
-any other condition that may interfere with face piece sealing
(WORDS - weight gain, other, reconstructive, dental, scarring)
What is done if the test subject exhibits difficulty breathing during a fit test?(400.02-1)
They shall be referred to a physician to determine if they can wear a respirator while performing assigned duties
How long will the summary of all respirator/face piece test results be maintained?(400.02-1)
For a period of NOT LESS than 3 years
The summary kept from face piece testing should include what? (5)
(400.02-1)
-Name of test subject;
-date of testing,
-name of test conductor,
-respirator selected (manufacturer, model, size, approval number),
-testing agent used
It shall be policy of SFRD that members exit the IDLH prior to what happening?(400.02-2)
Prior to activation of the low air alarm
Activation of the low air alarm indicates that the user is consuming what?(400.02-2)
Their reserve air supply
What has historically served as the indicator for ff’s to leave the IDLH?(400.02-2)
The low air alarm
Evidence shows that ff’s do not call for help until when?(400.02-2)
Until they have consumed their reserve air supply
T or F: The sounding of multiple alarms (PASS and low air) is commonplace and therefore not seen as an indicator of a FF in trouble. (400.02-2)
True
In the event of an alarm (low air) activation, members are required to provide immediate notification to whom?(400.02-2)
To their Officer, and then to Command
What are the 6 times listed to monitor air pressure as an individual and crew/group?(400.02-2)
-Regular time intervals (every 5 minutes);
-10 minute CAD notification from dispatch;
-change of work area (floor level change, area searched);
-passing major landmarks within a structure;
-completion of assignment and prior to accepting another assignment;
-as situation dictates