Phx Fire Vol 2 (Deck 16) Flashcards
205.06A - 205.11
How should the Staging Sector organize staging to allow apparatus to move effectively into and out of staging?
Adequate space between apparatus, and placing ladders companies in one area, engines in another, and rescues in another area.
Define the ‘taxi’ service that staging should arrange in certain situations.
Arranging a single company to deliver multiple crews or specialized equipment to the scene, minimizing site congestion when only staff or specialized equipment is needed at the scene.
What should companies do when assigned to incident site duties?
Activate their MCT ‘on-scene’ button when assigned to incident site duties.
Role of the Staging Sector Officer during major incidents where a ‘Logistics’ Section is implemented.
Working under the ‘Logistics’ Section, providing periodic reports of available companies in staging for Command to utilize in requesting additional resources as needed.
Factors that should influence the placement of apparatus on the fireground.
Influenced by SOPs for first arriving companies, tactical objectives and priorities, staging procedure, a direct order from Command, and a conscious decision by the Company officer based on existing or predictable conditions.
What should first arriving companies base the placement of their engine, ladder, and Rescue on?
Initial size-up and general conditions upon arrival.
How should later arriving companies position themselves on the fireground?
Stage a min of 1 block short of the immediate fire area and remain uncommitted until ordered into action by Command.
Define ‘belly to butt’ placement on the fireground.
Not driving all fire apparatus directly to the fire and instead staging later arriving companies at least one block short of the immediate fire area.
2 categories that the officer must regard apparatus on the fireground as?
Working or parked, and should ensure that parked apparatus does not compromise access and is left in the Staging Area or parked out of the way.
Recommended distance for placing fire apparatus from involved buildings.
The recommended distance is 30’, with greater distances indicated in many situations.
How should apparatus be positioned to avoid difficulty in repositioning quickly?
Avoid placing in locations with only one way in and out, such as yards, alleys, and driveways.
Precaution to be taken regarding overhead power lines when positioning apparatus.
Do not park where power lines may fall, and beware of overhead power lines when positioning apparatus.
What should be done if apparatus becomes endangered while in position near a fire?
Activate the engine sprinkler system, operate hoselines between it and the fire, and reposition the apparatus to a safe position.
Strategy for placing initial arriving pumpers in ‘key’ positions.
Initial arriving pumpers should be placed in positions offering maximum fire attack access to the fire area and be supplied with large diameter pumped supply lines as quickly as possible.
Priority of close and distant hydrants.
Lay close hydrants before distant ones.
Extra lines connected to pumpers.
To pumpers which already have a good supply line instead of making ‘daisy chain’ supply line connections.
What should command and sectors do to ensure effective fireground operation as it progresses?
Direct apparatus to important positions as early as possible to limit the general access as the fireground operation gets older.
Recommended positioning of command vehicles.
Location that allows maximum visibility of the fire building and surrounding area, and the general effect of the companies operating on the fire; Easy and logical to find and should not restrict the movement of other apparatus.
Suggested placement for rescues?
Spotted in a safe position that provides the most effective Tx and TRx of fire victims and FF personnel, while not blocking movement of other apparatus or interfering with FF ops.
Staff vehicle placement?
Level II staging unless that staff person has a pre-designated responsibility.
Purpose of SOP for safe parking while operating in or near vehicle traffic.
Identify parking practices for apparatus that provide maximum protection and safety for personnel operating in or near moving vehicle traffic.
205.07
Apparatus Placement
How should emergency personnel operate from a defensive posture when near moving vehicle traffic?
Always consider moving vehicles as a threat to their safety and maintain an acute awareness of the high risk of working in or around moving traffic.
Safety benchmarks for operating in or near moving vehicle traffic.
Never trusting the traffic, engaging in proper protective parking, always wearing high visibility reflective vests, reducing motorist vision impairment, and using traffic cones and flares.
Hazards associated with nighttime operations near moving vehicle traffic?
Visibility is reduced, and the flashing of emergency lights tends to confuse motorists. Studies have shown that multiple headlights of emergency apparatus tend to blind drivers as they approach.
Risk of operating in or near moving vehicle traffic?
All personnel should understand and appreciate the high risk when operating in or near moving vehicle traffic.
Recommended positioning of the apparatus to protect the scene.
Positioned to provide a protected work area, with a 45-degree angle away from the curbside to direct motorist traffic around the scene.
How should the initial company officer assess the parking needs of later-arriving fire apparatus?
Direct the parking/placement to provide protective blocking of the scene.
Recommended safety measures for nighttime operations involving apparatus.
Headlights should be turned off to reduce the blinding effect to approaching vehicle traffic, and other emergency lighting should be reduced to yellow lights and emergency flashers where possible.
Recommended action for crews exiting the fire apparatus?
Curb side or non-traffic side of the vehicle whenever possible, and always look before stepping out of the apparatus or into any traffic areas.
Recommended approach for walking around fire apparatus parked adjacent to moving traffic.
Keep an eye on traffic and walk as close to the fire apparatus as possible, while always wearing a safety vest.
Leaving emergency lights on during daytime operations?
All emergency lights should be left on to provide warning to drivers.
How should the engine be angled for first arriving engine companies where a charged hoseline may be needed?
The engine should be angled so that the pump panel is ‘downstream,’ on the opposite side of oncoming traffic, to protect the pump operator.
205.07A
Safe Parking While Operating in or Near Vehicle Traffic
Recommendations for placing flares and traffic cones for nighttime operations.
Adjacent to and in combination with traffic cones to enhance scene safety. General recommendations for the start of traffic cones/flares are provided based on speed and distance.
Approach for handling freeway emergencies.
Pose a high risk, and the first apparatus on the scene should block the area to provide a safe work area. Other companies may be used to provide additional protection if needed, and specific parking locations should be directed to protect the work area, PTs, and emergency personnel.
Considerations for placing traffic cones during freeway emergencies?
Traffic cones should be placed farther apart, with the last cone approximately 160’ upstream, to allow adequate warning to drivers. Cones should be placed and retrieved while facing the traffic.
Importance of establishing a liaison with the DPS during freeway emergencies.
ASAP to jointly provide a safe parking and work area and to quickly resolve the incident. The termination of the incident must be managed with the same aggressiveness as initial actions.
SOP for safe parking while operating in or near vehicle traffic.
Crews, apparatus, and equipment must be promptly removed from the freeway to reduce exposure to moving traffic.
Purpose of SOPs for Safe Parking While Operating in or Near Vehicle Traffic.
Provide guidelines and protocols for safe parking practices in situations where vehicles are operating nearby.
How does Vol 2 ensure safety while parking in or near vehicle traffic?
Specific guidelines and protocols for safe parking practices to minimize risks and ensure safety for personnel.
Purpose of the Driver Safety policy.
Establish minimum standards for the operation and supervision of emergency vehicle movement and safety.
205.08
Driver Safety
Responsibilities of the driver of each Fire Department vehicle according to the Arizona Motor Vehicle Code?
To drive safely in a reasonable and prudent manner at all times, comply with the Arizona Motor Vehicle Code, and operate the vehicle with due caution and reasonable care, including ensuring all personnel wear seat belts.
How should drivers handle backing of the vehicle according to the policy?
Avoid backing whenever possible and, if unavoidable, use spotters or, if no spotter is available, dismount and walk around the apparatus to check for obstructions before backing.
Consequences for violations of the Driver Safety policy.
Remedies for violations, if proven, are limited to administrative disciplinary action against FD employees.
