Policy Qna Flashcards
1
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How far from trackside must u be at railway incidents?
A
3 metres
2
Q
At what pressure does a WRM provide water at and for how long?
A
1500 Lpm for 45 minutes as a minimum
3
Q
At what height building will a WRM be fitted?
A
60 metres + (as of 2006 50m)
4
Q
What is the outlet pressure of a WRM?
A
Pre 2006 = 4-5 bars now 8 bars
5
Q
Definition of a high rise?
A
Any building beyond the reach of emergency vehicle capability (TL ALP HP)
6
Q
Who determines a FSG Call?
A
Control
7
Q
Informative messages should be sent at what time intervals?
A
Initial 20 mins then 30 mins
8pf+=every 60 mins
8
Q
In what order should informative messages be sent?
A
After assistance and as soon as possible
9
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What is the PDA for FSG?
A
Initial as per persons reported CU SM FIU
Then
Additional Command unit Station Manager and PL with WM in charge
10
Q
Who can declare a FSG?
A
Control only
OIC only persons reported
11
Q
At Terrorist incidents who will the duty ILO send to the incident?
A
Another ILO to offer info and advice to the IC
12
Q
How can the duty ILO be contacted?
A
Via OOW at control
13
Q
When approaching a terrorist incident, what steps should be considered?
A
Steps 123+ IOR aide memoire
Be on the lookout for secondary devices
14
Q
Who at Terrorist incidents has overall control and co-ordination?
A
Police incident commander
15
Q
What cordons apply to Terrorist incident devices not actuated?
A
Up to suitcase size more than 100m
Car/light vehicle more than 200m
HGV/lorry more than 400m
Any doubt 400m
16
Q
At a device actuated Terrorist incident, what vehicles are allowed in the inner cordon?
A
Only essential vehicles
17
Q
At Terrorist incidents, when is it considered the brigade has accomplished its primary duties?
A
Any fire extinguished and all trapped and injured persons have been removed
18
Q
What are the 2 main causes of collapsed structures?
A
Natural
Earthquake, hurricane, lightning, flooding, subsidence
Human
Premises under renovation, accidental impact, arson, Terrorist induced (deliberate) gas explosion etc
19
Q
When considering structural damage, what 2 types of building are there?
A
Framed buildings
Unframed buildings
20
Q
What different types of collapses are there on structures?
A
Pancake Lean to V Tent 90 degree angle ( most dangerous) Curtain fall Inward/ outward Total (most severe)
21
Q
What action should be taken if a building is considered dangerous?
A
Request dangerous structures engineer via control
22
Q
Who has full power to deal with dangerous structures?
A
Local authorities x3
City corporation
Inner London borough councils
Outer London borough councils
23
Q
At rescues from collapsed structures, there is a risk of injury resulting from what?
A
Restricted access Restricted vision Underfoot conditions Falling objects Overhanging hazards Airborne particulates Oxygen deficiency Secondary collapse Weight and position of casualties Bulk and weight debris Explosive / flammable atmospheres Poor lighting Bio hazards Exposed / damaged utilities (gas electric and water) Asbestos Sharp and protruding objects Further acts of terrorism
24
Q
Who can the IC seek advice from for collapsed structures?
A
UA
USAR advisor
25
What are the 5 types of USAR modules?
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Module 1 structural collapse
Module 2 major transport
Module 3 breaching and breaking
Module 4 MPV
Module 5 timber
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26
What should be the first actions from the IC at a collapsed structure incident?
Initial survey and dynamic risk assessment
Then
Request Dangerous structures engineer and UA
27
What are the 6 stages of rescue?
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REPEAT
Reconnaissance and survey
Elimination of utilities
Primary surface S and R
Exploration of voids and spaces
Access by selected debris removal
Terminate by general debris removal
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28
What are NGOs?
Non government organisations
29
Where should offers of assistance from NGOs at collapsed structures be directed to?
OOD via control who will refer the offer to the duty DAC
30
What should the IC consider on arrival at a collapsed structure incident?
Use DMM
Initial survey
DRA
Request DSE and UA
Create initial cordon
Consider specialist search equipment establish RVPs
Request police for cordon management
31
What are the 5 steps of the DRA?
1. Evaluate the situation,tasks and persons at risk
2. Select safe systems of work
3. Assess the chosen systems of work
4. Introduce additional control measures
5. Reassess systems of work and additional control measures
ESAIR
32
When can you override brigade policy?
To achieve a specific objective if justifiable using risk v benefit
Minimum move away to achieve objective
33
What is a hazard?
Something with the potential to cause harm
34
What is risk?
Likelihood that harm from a hazard will occur
35
What is a risk assessment?
The process of identifying hazards, who and / or what is at risk from those hazards, the likely severity of that risk and the control measures required to minimise or eliminate risk.
36
If operational discretion is used, who should be notified?
Control via "priority"
From...at....operational discretion in use, (task being carried out) Tac mod Oscar
Then informative as normal after stating actions and equipment used
Followed by from...at... operational discretion now no longer in use
37
How do lookouts at railway incidents warn train drivers of personnel on the line?
Daylight: by holding both arms straight above head.
At night: waving a bright light violently from side to side
38
LUL on network rail, who's in charge?
LUL =all issues and equipment both sub surface and surface
Network rail =operations and maintenance of main line track and power supplies (infrastructure)
39
When is it ok to isolate power and stop trains?
When essential to protect life and property
40
What actions should be taken at a small trackside fire?
Let it burn out if no threat to public or property
41
Who can use SCDs and when?
Trained FRU personnel and only in the absence of railway personnel
42
When can we brigade personnel remove SCDs?
Never
43
What radio channel is installed on all sub surface stations?
Channel 5 UHF
44
In LUL tunnels, how far apart are instantaneous outlets installed?
Every 60 metres approx with isolating safety valves every 180m to avoid flooding
45
What is the safe working distance on DLR?
2 metres from running rails
46
What is the role of a RIO?
To liaise and advise OIC on safety issues relating to brigade personnel working on / adjacent to the permanent way
47
What does "trains running under caution mean"?
Train driver informed of personnel working on the track and must proceed at a speed which will enable them to stop safely if necessary
Max 50mph could be as low as 5mph for bad visibility
48
What is the 4th information gathering block on the DMM
Information on progress
49
Failure of a steel cylinder may throw fragments how far?
200 metres
50
Flammable gases exploding from a failed cylinder may cause a fire ball up to how far?
25 metres
51
What types of hazard may be present from leaking cylinder contents?
Flammable
Asphyxiant
Corrosive
Toxic
FACT
52
Within what distance must crews approaching cylinders (suspected or confirmed involved) wear full PPE and B.A?
Within 25 metres of the cylinder
53
What additional measures should crews take when approaching a cylinder suspected or involved incident?
Substantial cover
54
What is the initial hazard zone at suspected cylinder incidents?
200 metres
Can be reduced if substantial cover is available
55
What is the definition of a cylinder?
Any vessel containing a gas or liquid under pressure
56
If a cylinder is unidentified then what should it be treated as?
As if it is acetylene until proven otherwise
57
If a cylinder is involved in direct flame impingement then what should the OICs objectives be?
Make every effort to extinguish the fire and apply a cooling spray directly on the cylinder
Must be done using substantial cover
58
If a composite cylinder has been involved and has failed what actions should be taken?
Allow the contents to burn off if safe to do so
59
What facts will allow an OIC to remove a 200m hazard zone at a cylinder incident?
Fire extinguished
Cylinders definitely not acetylene
All cylinders accounted for
Cylinders involved are receiving direct cooling
60
At what temperature will any part of a steel cylinder need to be heated before it is in danger of failing? What
300 degrees C
61
If a cylinder is identified as acetylene and has been involved, what procedure should be carried out?
200m hazard zone
Carry out cap test
(cylinder assessment process)
62
In what order should the cap test procedures be carried out?
Cool for 1 hour then stop
Monitor/ record temp with TIC
Check for violent steaming
Leave cooling water OFF 15mins
Apply quick spray of water
(All above x 4)
Any failing of cap then apply Water for additional hour
63
If a cylinder is involved in a fire and is confirmed as NOT acetylene then what actions should be taken?
200m hazard zone
Cool cylinder with water spray
Check with TIC
When happy cylinder is cool close incident
64
Who completes the acetylene cylinder incident log and what should the final ICs actions be with regards to the form?
HMEPO only fills out the log
| IC responsible for retaining the log and sending it back to the initial HMEPO
65
Who should be consulted before a cylinder alight at the valve group is turned off?
HMEPO
66
The routine BA duties of a watch manager are?
Nominate:
BA wearers and ECO
Allocate: comms sets
Ensure: all BA tested and defects rectified, reported, recorded
Unallocated sets tested and recorded as "spare"
Station log book recorded the above except spare set
Arrange: replacement of defective equipment
67
If there is less than 2 BA sets available, what should the OIC do?
Take the appliance off the run
68
If EDBA is required at an incident, what actions should the OIC take?
Message to control from...at....edba required tac mode.....
Control mobilise 3 FRU and 3 EDBA support pumps
69
When can BA be used?
On the specific instruction of the OIC
70
Who is responsible for briefing and debriefing at an incident?
OIC or another officer
NOT ECO!!!!
71
Can BA be donned en-route to an incident?
NO
72
What is the minimum set pressure when reporting to an ECO?
240 bar
73
How many fireground A tests can be carried out on 1 BA set?
Only 1 if the set has already been worn by the same wearer.
After 2 wears the set must have a B test
Worn sets re-allocated must have a B test
74
What does a confirmed telemetry signal look like on the bodyguard?
Blue LEDs
radio icon with tick
75
What does a green led flash on the front of the bodyguard mean?
Operational mode
76
Are breathing apparatus radio interface equipment (BARIE) sets intrinsically safe?
Yes
77
Are fireground hand held radios intrinsically safe? And can they be used instead of BARIE sets?
Not intrinsically safe
Can be used with BA only if a naked flame is already present or if LEL equipment has been used
78
Who should wear BA radio comms?
BA team leader
79
If a BA team loses radio contact (BARIE or hand held) should they withdraw?
BA team leader will decide following a RA
80
If telemetry and radio comms is lost, what should a BA team do?
Withdraw
81
If BA channel 6 fails what should a BA team do?
Use channel 1
82
What channel should BA teams use if leaky feeder is in use?
Channel 5
83
The working duration of a BA set is decided how?
From first breath to the whistle operating
84
In a BA team, who's job is it to ensure teams enter/ exit together and don't split up?
BA team leader
85
What events must a BA team leader withdraw their team?
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Uncontrolled loss of air
LP whistle sounds
Confused or unwell member/s
Bodyguard faulty or unreadable
ADSU/ DSU sounds
Any exposure to irrespirable atmosphere due to dislodged or faulty face mask
Loss of radio comms and telemetry
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86
If a BA team is unable to withdraw what should they do?
Go into entrapped procedure
87
If a BA member becomes entangled in cables, what actions should be taken?
Inform other members of cable location
Members must remain still and state "I am entangled in cables"
If in distress DSU must be operated immediately
They must cross their arms at chest height
88
What action should an ECO take if a BA team cable entanglement occurs?
Commit emergency crew
Then
Inform IC
89
What action should the IC take following a BA cable entanglement?
Consider FF emergency
Isolation of electrics
Commence accident investigation
90
How many minutes of air are left when a LP whistle operates?
SDBA 12 mins
EDBA 18 mins
Approx (84 bar)
Consumption rate 50 LPM SDBA
56 LPM EDBA
91
What is the minimum pressure for the 2nd set? And what goes on the tally?
240 Bar
Tally marked 'second set'
92
How should additional air from a BA Set be connected to a GTS?
Unclip the 1m hose from a second set and plug into GTS hip connector
(Ensure set is on)
93
What is the minimum pressure for a re-entry?
190 bar
TOW entered in location column for 15 mins
Re-entry and task performed entered in remarks column
94
What is the minimum rank to lead a BA emergency team?
Crew Manager
95
When should stage 2 Entry control be implemented?
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More than 1 ECP
Protracted incident
Emergency team
Guidelines
Hi ex foam
EDBA
Relief BA
2 boards plus (11 wearers+)
Leaky feeder
Basement fire
(Emergency and relief BA for any stage 2 event)
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96
Can SDBA and EDBA be used on the same EC board?
Yes but BA teams must be either All SDBA or All EDBA, (no mixed teams)
97
What is the role of a Crew Manager at Stage 2 entry control?
Supervise BA procedures
Use assistants to record details on the board
Nominate a comms operator.
Organise an emergency team.
Have a second set ready for every 2 wearers
Ensure relief BA teams available.
98
A BA emergency team must have a second set ready to go for how many committed wearers?
1 second set for every 2 committed wearers
99
If a second set is to be used, what happens to the tally and key?
Tally marked with "second set" in the name section
Remove ADSU key and leave in bodyguard
Record pressure on tally
Insert tally in board (bracketed together with emergency team)
100
How long is a fully opened personal line?
6 metres
101
What action should be taken by BA crews when leaving a guideline in place?
Overhand knot on "D" ring
Karabiner (personal) to guideline past toe off point
Bag remove from set and attach to tie off point using snap hook
OKB BKO
102
Stage 2 ECO duties are?
Supervise BA procedures
Complete stage 1 duties
Sync Board clocks
comms op nominate
Emergency team organise
Relief teams organise
Inform main control of numbers of wearers and frequency of reliefs required
Pass names to other ECP of wearers leaving different exit
Attach main and branch tallies
Prompt IC if main control needs to be set up
103
What are the BA aide memoirs 1-12?
1. Stage 1
2. Stage 2
3.main control
4.comms op
5.Distress to wearer
6.cylinder procedure
7.working with BTP 02BA
8.
9.
10. Entry control manual log on/off
11. Unused
12. Telemetry signal options
104
What is a tactical withdrawal?
Removal of personnel from a specific area of potential danger in safe and planned manner
105
What is an emergency evacuation?
Immediate and controlled evacuation of all personnel from the scene of operations
106
How are tactical and emergency withdrawals initiated?
BA board select or total evacuation
short blasts on the acme whistle
Radio (hand held ) priority message
107
What actions should the IC take when an emergency evacuation has been implemented?
Informative to control with details and tac mode
oscar until all personnel removed
Carry out a roll call then 2nd informative to control
DRA before any recommitting
108
What is the additional PDA for a FFE?
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6 pumps
3 SM's
2 FRU
FIU
CU
Ambulance
PLO
FSO
GM
DAC
SAI
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109
Who can initiate a BA Withdrawal?
Usually IC but anybody can if justifiable
OIC must be informed ASAP
110
What is a Firefighter emergency?
Fire service personnel
Or
Persons working under the control of LFB
Unaccounted for or in need of rescue
111
What is the sequence for messages sent from the incident ground?
Assistance
Informative
Further assistance or informative
Fire surrounded 6pf 3jets+
Stop
Extra informative messages
Request reliefs
112
What does a stop message indicate?
Indicates incident is under control and that no further emergency mobilisation will be necessary
113
When should a full stop message be sent?
More than 1 hose reel is used
Make ups
Unusual incidents
Any persons involved except lifts, lock outs
114
Is it ok to send "declared safe" in STOP messages from incidents where DIM has been used?
No
115
Is there a need to send "this is now a 4 pump fire" when 4 pumps are already on the PDA?
Yes! Regardless of PDA the pump size of the incident must be sent along with Tac mode
116
What is a Major incident defined as?
Any emergency that requires special arrangements by 1 or all of the emergency services
117
On receipt of a Major incident procedure message, what will Control mobilise?
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6 pumps
FRU
CU
Senior officers
Ambulance request
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118
When should a fire surround message be sent?
6 pump+
3 jets+
Once all jets in place and no further spread possible
119
When attending a special service incident with persons involved, when should informative be sent?
If resources are required for 20 minutes or more
Also if protracted or complex nature
120
What are the 8 coded stop messages?
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Code 1. 1xhr insurable property fire no assistance, rescues or injuries
Code 2. 1xhr non insurable property
Code3. chimney
Code 4.fault
Code 5.good
Code 6 mal
Code 7 special service
Code 8. 1 Batch mob incident dealt with
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121
What are the 3 levels of water operations?
Working within 3 metres of water
Level 1 not over the boots and slow moving
Level 2 commit to water for a rescue above level 1
Level 3 flood response operations
122
When are TARs ( tactical advisors-rescue) mobilised and what do they do?
Informed level 1 mobilised Level 2 Water
To provide advise and support and act as a functional commander for incidents involving water operations
123
Who deals with incidents involving mud, ice or partially frozen water?
FRU SRT only
FF can only do it if immediate life risk
124
What is the minimum PPE for a FF entering water?
Full PPE
PFD
Helmet only if risk of head injury
125
Can LFB BA be used under water?
No (not designed for that)
126
First responders at flood incidents should wear what and be in minimum teams of how many personnel?
Yellow helmet as part of FRK.
work in teams of 4 minimum
127
How are FRU SRTs identified?
Red water safety helmet
128
How are TRAs identifiable?
Surcoat with "TRA" insert
"White" water safety helmet
129
What is the maximum wading depth for FFs wearing L3 PPE?
60cm
2ft
130
At water incidents where FFs are committed, why is it important to cover all cuts and broken skin?
Weils Disease risk
131
When working near an unprotected waters edge, what must the IC implement?
A 3 metre restricted zone
132
Building regs require all buildings over what height to make provision for firefighting and firefighter access?
Over 18 metres
Firefighting shafts
Dry/wet rising mains
Firefighting lifts
133
Where should the OiC be situated at high rise incidents?
Ground floor unless planning has identified elsewhere like fire control centre
134
How should a DRM be charged?
Twin 70mm hose from hydrant to pump and pump to DRM
135
On arrival tactics from OIC at high rise indents should include what?
Carry out a 360 degree recce to establish a safe bridgehead
fixed installations fire control systems
Cordons for debris falling
HVAC systems
Make ups?
Wind direction
136
How many LPM can a dry riser deliver?
1500 LPM
137
Who should stay with a Firefighting lift once established?
A FF is to remain in the lift as a lift controller
138
Where should a Firefighting lift stop on approach to a fire?
2 floors below the same as the bridgehead
139
Where should the Firefighting lift remain during Firefighting operations?
At the bridgehead to assist rescue and escape
140
At high rise incidents, who should the fire sector commander take to the bridgehead whilst water is being secured?
3 man team
1 X ECO
2 X BA wearers
141
What items should be taken to the bridgehead at high rise incidents?
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2 branches
Sufficient hose for 2 lines to reach fire area
1 X EC board, bracket tripod
2 sets
IEC pack
Long line
Breaking in gear
TIC
Access keys/ codes
Floor plans
FIB
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142
Where should a BA teams Firefighting hose originate from in a high rise incident?
1 floor below the fire ideally if not lower
143
When a BA team commits to fight a fire from the bridgehead, what should be provided ASAP?
2nd BA team with a charged hose (1 length more) (can originate from the fire floor)to protect initial BA team
144
Can crews be committed above the bridgehead floors not affected by fire and smoke without BA?
Yes if IC has confirmed the buildings construction and fire engineered solutions have not been compromised
145
When will a FSO attended an incident?
Informed at 4pf
Attend 5pf+
Available on request also
146
Is it ok to use a normal passenger lift as a dedicated fire lift?
No only use a dedicated fire lift at fire incidents
147
Over what height building must water suppression systems be fitted?
2006+ Over 30 metres
148
What is the minimum rank to go to the bridgehead?
1 X CM
| 3 X FFs
149
At bomb or Terrorist incidents what 3 categories do they fall within?
No warning device actuated
Warning -actuated
Warning- not actuated, made safe
Think secondary devices
Think cordon distances
150
At Terrorist/ bomb incidents what is the minimum distance for radio transmission on main scheme and hand held?
Main scheme 50m
Hand held 10m
151
What is the maximum recommended working duration of GTS?
20 mins
(including decontamination regardless of SDBA or EDBA
152
Buildings with different roof heights because of extra floors are described how on messages?
Buildings with 1 and 2 floors
| Example
153
Buildings that have basements not involved in a fire or likely to be are described how on message?
Basement not to be included in description unless it becomes involved or likely to be involved
154
How are basements involved in fires described in building description messages?
Basement
Sub basement
Any further = number of levels below ground
155
How are irregular floor areas described in building description messages?
Squared off regardless and set as if square
156
What is the 2004 fire act with regards to RTCs?
New powers in an emergency for rescuing and protecting people to:
move or break into a vehicle without consent
Close a highway
Stop traffic
Restrict access
157
When is it ok to cross the central reservation at RTCs?
Only under direction from police or highways agency transport officer (HATO)
158
What is the only exception for stopping in the outside lane for an RTC on the other carriageway?
Only if incident has spread across the central reservation
159
What are the safety considerations at RTCs?
Hi viz clothing and safety glasses in visors
Fend off parking
Blue lights,fend offs mast lighting for all vehicles
Police accident sign
Traffic tape and cones if road not shut
160
If an RTC has occurred on an intersection or slip road on or off, what should the OIC do?
Close the access point
161
If hazardous materials are involved in an RTC what should the OIC do?
Request HMEPO
162
How can hazardous materials be identified on transport systems
Vehicle/ package markings
Hazard identification plates
Load manifest
163
What are the further considerations for OICs at RTCs?
Is it a crime scene?
Maintain close liaison with other agencies
Make any adjustments necessary to maintain a safe working area
164
What is the minimum in cordon for RTCs?
2 metres around the perimeter of the vehicle
165
What is the minimum size of an RTC outer circle?
5 metres around the inner circle
166
How far is a keyless car fob have to be away from the vehicle before it is not considered live?
20 metres away
167
How long may residual power remain in vehicles which have had their power supply disconnected?
30 minutes
168
What colour are all SRS power connections?
Yellow
169
If a vehicle fitted with LPG is involved in a fire, what should it be treated as?
Cylinder incident
170
If a vehicle is fitted with LPG and is leaking but not involved in a fire what should the incident be treated as?
Hazmat incident
171
What colour are high voltage cables on vehicles?
Orange
172
When leaving an RTC incident, what actions should be taken?
Advise all personnel
Safe working area left behind
Maintain blues and fend offs until in lane far away from the incident
173
What lanes should be closed for different RTCs?
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2 way Road= both lanes
HS = HS and lane 1
3 lane motorway is:
Lane 1 = HS, 1 and 2
Lane 2 = 1,2,3
Lane 3 = 2 and 3
Across central res = 2 and 3 of both
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174
Can LFB cones be used for fend off positions and road closures?
No
Our cones only used between our appliances to maintain safe working area 1 metre apart
175
How long is the fire resistance of walls and floors surrounding a sub station within a building?
4 hours fire resistance
176
En route to an incident involving electrical apparatus, what must the OIC do?
Ensure personnel are rigged in full fire kit.
All relevant info passed to personnel and other appliances
Access MDT
177
At incidents involving electrical apparatus, what are the on arrival considerations?
Arrive at main entrance or RVP
Find "responsible person"
Gather info and set up safety cordon
Carry out risk assessment for electricity involvement
178
Who should be contacted for Incidents involving overhead power cables?
Nation grid
Request urgent attendance of "authorised person"
179
Who should be requested
for all incidents involving
apparatus where no responsible persons are present?
"Authorised person"
180
What can we do at incidents involving electrical apparatus?
Not much due to High voltages
Request authorised person provide identification information
Mitigate risk to passers by
Provide fire cover for nearby risks
181
Once the authorised person has isolated the electrical supply, what can the OIC do?
Send stop message if no hazardous materials involved
182
Within what distance should ground and aerial monitors not be used near live conductors?
30 metres for ground monitors
20 metres for hand held hose
(20 aerials/ ladders training)
10 metres for aerials / ladders
5 for rescue
183
What is the minimum distance aerial appliances and ladders must be kept from overhead power lines in smoke or flames?
10 metres
184
To what level of voltage will LFB electrical gloves provide safe protection?
3300v
185
When can a rescue be carried out for persons laying on top of a transformer / switch or above ground electrical apparatus?
Must NOT be touched until an "authorised person" from electricity authority confirms SAFE for rescue to commence
186
What is classed as "high voltage"?
1000v AC
1500v DC
Low voltage = less than above
187
Are PCBs?
Polychlorinated Biphenyls
188
Is it ok to pass warning signs or gain access into areas which have warning signs at incidents involving electrical apparatus?
No!
Wait for "authorised person" to attend
189
If fighting a fire on live electrical apparatus, what media should be used?
Carbon dioxide or dry agent
If low voltage only.!! water or foam if above not present
190
Under the fire and arson memorandum of understanding, what is the police's role?
Responsible for the prevention and detection of crime.
report to the Coroner any fire death
Direction and control of crime scene investigation
191
What is the fire brigade's role in the memorandum of understanding for fire and arson?
Firefighting and rescue operations at the fire scene
192
In basement fires what causes the heat barrier?
Rising hot smoke and Unburnt fire gases leaving via staircases
193
What are the on arrival tactics for OICs at basement fires?
Go to main entrance or Pre agreed RVP
Find responsible person if poss
Initial assessment of building + situation
Find AFA panels/ info boxes/ fixed installations
Consider: make ups, safety officers, fire location? Persons? Ventilation? SFSO request? Leeky feeder
194
What is the basement procedure?
2 X 45mm jets sets at 230 lpm fed from twin 70mm from hydrant to pump
1 for BA fire crew
1 for access egress protection
Message control "basement procedure implemented" Tac mode
195
Should FFs be recommitted at basement fires?
Only in exceptional circumstances
Consider reliefs
196
When is the only time a basement fire can be vented?
Before BA team committal
And only if persons not reported
Could cause uncontrolled venting leading to backdraft and flashover
197
If a basement involved in a fire is known to be or later discovered as a complex layout, what should the OIC consider?
Stage 2
EDBA
guidelines
198
What hazards are associated with compartment Firefighting?
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Backdraft
Explosive atmosphere
Fire gas explosion
Flashover
Steam
Uncontrolled ventilation
High temperatures
Structural deterioration
Exposed utilities
Loss of comms
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199
What is the minimum weight of attack for compartment fire fighting?
1 X 45mm jet on 230 LPM
1 X 45mm jet on 230 LPM minimum back up to protect and support 1st BA team ( must be 1 length more than 1st BA team)
200
If a 2nd BA team is required to enter a compartment, what should the OIC put in place?
A third line of hose 45mm 230 LPM to always protect access and egress
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What is a covering jet used for?
Minimise hazards caused by flame and unburnt products of combustion as they exit the building
(Never spray into a compartment with crews working inside unless OICi instructs
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At fires involving compartments, what should the OICs on arrival tactics be?
360 survey to gather info on life risk, fire extent, smoke behaviour, entry and exit points and ventilation outlets
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(Follow DMM)
MDT?
AFA panels?
Premises info box?
Occupiers?
Building signage
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Main hose lines greater than 3 lengths of 45mm hose should consist of what?
70mm from the pump to reduce frictional loss
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What needs to be in place before external ventilation can commence?
Covering jet
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What is the most important aspect of initial compartment fire fighting?
Identify and extinguish the seat of the fire
| Use TIC to locate
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What is the correct entry procedure for entering a fire compartment?
Pulse spray ceiling outside compartment prior to entry and check door.
Crack door and pulse spray into ceiling area whilst making an initial assessment of the situation then shut again
Continues until safe to enter
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What effect will applying water to the fire and hot gases have in a compartment fire?
Produce steam which will:
Lower neutral plane
Increase temperature
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What actions should be taken if when attempting entry to a compartment fire a door is seen or heard to be breathing air in and out of small openings?
Inform OIC and BA teams
Consider external fire fighting and tactical external ventilation if possible
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What pressure is gas distributed across the U.K.?
National transmission system (NTS) 85 bar
Local distribution zone (LDZ) 25 bar
Distribution sites = 1 bar
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What is the stenching agent in household gas? And where is it added?
Ethyl Mercaptan
Added at distribution sites 1 bar area
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Who is legally responsible for dealing with natural gas leaks and carbon monoxide leaks?
Gas authority (GA)
Gas safety (management regulations) 1996 HSE paragragh 40
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How long can it take to turn off the Gas high pressure system?
Up to 1 hour
Staged down to prevent system shock and rupture
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What is the explosive range of ethyl mercaptan vapour?
2.8% to 18.2%
Colourless to yellow liquid naturally.
Environmentally harmful
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How dense is CO?
Very slightly lighter than air or same
215
How is "wind" direction quoted?
Always as where the wind is coming from.
Use "from" as wind is coming from the ..........
216
What is the PDA for natural Gas leak?
1 pump
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On arrival at a domestic gas leak, how far should the appliance be from the suspected leak?
25 metres
Position crews greater than 45 degrees to the front and rear of the property
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If a domestic Fas leak is confirmed by the IC who should be requested?
GA via control
219
What size hazard zone should be implemented for a high pressure natural gas line rupture?
200 metres
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What size cordon should be implemented for a "congested" conditions gas leak from NTS or LDZ?
600 metres
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What size cordon and what actions should be taken at a "uncontrolled" gas leak from a massed storage site?
1000 metres
Request HMEPO and await their advice
Consider "major incident procedure"
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Does the fire service have "powers of entry" at gas leak incidents to secure a gas supply?
No
Crews should not make entry on behalf of the GA unless exceptional public safety issue apparent
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A CO detector actuating is what type of incident?
Level 1 hazmat
GA should be requested
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When sending messages about gas or electrical apparatus what terms should "NOT" be used?
"Fittings"- Gas
"Service"-electricity
225
When gas apparatus is involved in a fire, what information do control need?
Whether inside or outside the property
Size of the fire
Any injuries
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What are the 2 types of explosive materials?
Detonating (exceeds speed of sound)
Deflagrating (below speed of sound)
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explosive devices can propel fragments at what velocity?
3 X speed of sound
228
What is overpressure?
Explosive wave strong enough to kill
229
What is the Yankee hazard symbol?
Red triangle with a black exclamation mark
230
Where explosives are confirmed involved, how should control be notified?
"Priority request to talk"
"Explosives confirmed involved"
231
What is the maximum weight of fireworks a domestic shop can legally hold?
250kg
| Stored in an ISO container
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Gun enthusiasts who hold an "acquire and keep certificate@ can hold how much black powder?
20kg in metal boxes
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What are the new hazard zones for explosives?
<250kg= 200m
251-2000kg= 600m
>2000kg=1000m
R.E.M. 261
Either side of 251-2000
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Within what distance must radios not be used near explosives?
Within 60 metres
Military or malicious = 600 metres until specialist advice confirms otherwise
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What hazard class do fireworks fall into?
Hazard division 1.4
| no significant hazard
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What hazards exist at unfinished timber frame buildings on fire?
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Rapid and unexpected fire growth
Rapid collapse
High radiated heat
Large quantities of smoke and embers
Lack of fire fighting facilities
Poor access and egress
Heat exhaustion
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If water supplies are deemed inadequate at incidents, what should the OIC request?
HLU or HVP
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At fires involving large timber framed buildings what should the OIC consider on arrival?
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Make ups?
Persons?
Wind direction
Responsible person
Park away from radiating heat
Cordons
Covering jets for surrounding risks / vehicles
Water supplies
RVP and access / egress routes
Onsite trenches???
Ground monitors
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Can Firefighters access scaffolding?
Only to carry out rescues where there is an immediate life risk
240
What is the forward information board used for?
Gathering and recording key information remote from the CU
Sector command point
Bridgehead
Forward command point
(IC discretion)At any incident that requires information retrieval e.g. Supplement the ICW
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Who can fill out the FIB?
Any member of operational staff
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Who remains responsible for the FIB?
The same individual who completed it and remains so until the incident resolution or relieved
(FIB is evidence)
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What does the FIB consist of and where is it stowed?
1 X board
2x laminated templates
Stowed behind ECB in crew cab on ALL pump ladders
(CU's carry spare laminated templates)
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The 4 templates on the FIB are?
Casualty info
High rise incident record
Incident info
Plan of incident
(CHIP)
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Where templates of the FIB are used for PRO or PRC, what should happen to the board?
Photographed and NOT impounded
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The MANDATORY entering of the Time the FIB was first used is taken from where?
Entry control board
247
How many prompts are on the casualty information template?
15 (used for FSG)
Found on CU
16 if filling out completed by?
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The high rise incident record on the FIB can record information for how many floors and flats?
Portrait mode 20 floors
9 flats per floor
Landscape = 6 floors 20 flats/ units per floor
(Right hand area for recording which floors are in which sector. lobby/ fire, search)
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On the FIB what does S F and C stand for?
Searching
Fatality
Confirmed clear
250
What does CIR stand for?
Clutter image rating scale
251
What is the aim of the hoarding strategy?
Reduce fire risks
252
What does CIR stand for?
Clutter image rating scale
253
What is the aim of the hoarding strategy?
Reduce fire risks
254
What is the definition of hoarding?
Persistent difficulty discarding or parting with possessions, regardless of their actual value
255
3 traits of hoarding are?
failure to discard, large number of possessions that appear to be of no or limited value
Living spaces sufficiently cluttered so rooms can't be used as intended
Causes significant distress or impairment in an individual's ability to function
256
Where should instances of hoarding be recorded?
ORD
At a fire, carry out HFSV at the time,arrange for a family member to be present, record on the IMS
257
Hoarding at or above level 5 should be risk assessed how?
Risk grading matrix in the ORD
258
Where on the IMS is hoarding recorded?
In the "damage" section
Select "excessive and dangerous storage"
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What is the definition of hoarding?
Persistent difficulty discarding or parting with possessions, regardless of their actual value
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3 traits of hoarding are?
failure to discard, large number of possessions that appear to be of no or limited value
Living spaces sufficiently cluttered so rooms can't be used as intended
Causes significant distress or impairment in an individual's ability to function
261
Where should instances of hoarding be recorded?
ORD
At a fire, carry out HFSV at the time,arrange for a family member to be present, record on the IMS
262
Hoarding at or above level 5 should be risk assessed how?
Risk grading matrix in the ORD
263
Where on the IMS is hoarding recorded?
In the "damage" section
Select "excessive and dangerous storage"
264
With regards to hoarding, when does the SM get informed?
Following a HFSV assessed at level 5-9
(SOR) serious outstanding risk
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What hazards exist with incidents involving solar panels?
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Electricity
Working at height
Structural roof collapse
Failure of fittings causing panels to fall from roof
Hazardous materials
Sharps
Steam/ hot pressurised water
Confined spaces
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266
En route to incidents involving solar panels, what should be considered?
Full firefighting PPE
MDT / ORD info
Brief crews
Electrical gloves
267
On attendance at a multiple solar panel incident, what should be on on arrival tactics?
Main entrance/ RVP
Responsible person
Site plans
Must locate inverter
Find out voltage and amps produced
Request "authorised person"
Ensure crews find current inverter isolator or power will still be live even if main fuse pulled
Defensive Firefighting until power isolated by AP
Request HMEPO if hazmats involved
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What is the main danger of solar panels?
They always produce current and remain live until completely covered and blacked out
269
Rows of PV solar panels are know as what?
Strings
Rows of strings = array
270
What current can PV cells produce?
In excess of 1000v DC
To an inverter where converted to 240v AC
271
What happens to excess voltage from solar panels?
Stored in batteries or fed back into the national grid
272
What current will be produced by a single 250 watt solar panel?
30 volts (8 amps)
273
With regards to solar hot water heaters, at what temperature will the boiler activate?
If temp falls below 55 degrees C
274
What hazardous chemicals can be found in a PV solar panel fire?
Cadmium telluride
Gallium arsenide
Phosphorus
Battery acid
All toxic/ carcinogenic
(Request HMEPO)
275
Is it ok to wear electrical gloves and BA together?
No
Not in fire situations
276
At MTFA incidents, what is JAR?
Joint assessment of risk
NILO's job
277
Until an MTFA incident is declared completely clear of active Terrorists, how far should crews be away from the hot zone?
1 km away (1000 metres)
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Upon withdrawing 1000 metres away to a cold zone location at a Terrorist event, what should the OIC carry out?
Safety check from inside the vehicle
Systematic check of area around vehicle
Continual check around vehicle
(Devices/ suspicious objects/ anything odd)
279
What is an FCP?
Forward command post
280
Whot is an OFC and TFC?
Operational firearms commander
Tactical firearms commander
Both police
281
What is an AIO?
Ambulance incident officer
282
What is a SHA?
Strategic holding area
283
What is self ventilation?
Failure of compartment doors/ windows from fire
284
What is consequential ventilation?
Deliberately or accidentally venting a compartment due to fire fighting and or rescue operations
285
What is tactical ventilation?
IC's planned ventilation to reduce spread of fire/ products of combustion
Improve conditions
Dilute/ remove products of combustion
Assist evacuation conditions
286
What is natural ventilation?
Venting by air vents
| Non mechanical means
287
What is negative pressure ventilation?
Cone spray directed out of a compartment opening
(Entrains air / products of combustion to leave) drawn in to the flow of water
288
With regards to ventilation, what does L.F.B stand for?
Life risk= all in and outside
Fire = location and vent status
Building = access points / construction/ contents and fixed installations
289
With regards to the attendance policy, what is the OICs responsibilities?
Record sickness
Manage / monitor attendance
Employees awareness of what is expected of them
OHS referrals
Confidentiality
290
What is the difference between short term and long term sickness?
Short= less than 28 days
Long = 28 days +
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What support mechanisms are available for staff during absence?
Line manager
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HR
TU
OHS inc physio
GP
Counselling and wellbeing
FF charity
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What measures can prove helpful to manage absence?
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Flexible working
Modified duties/ temp alternative
Phased return to work
Redeployment temp/ perm
Change in work location
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For what period of sickness must a self cert be carried out?
4-7 days
294
What should be submitted for periods of sickness beyond 8 consecutive calendar days ?
"Statement of fitness for work" note from a GP or
hospital certificate
Both submitted ASAP
295
What is the only reason the brigade will accept a back dated fit note?
Where an GP appointment attempt has been made 7 days before the fit note expiry but an appointment is not available
296
What is the maximum length of time on a sickness certificate the brigade will accept?
3 months
297
If sickness whilst abroad extends into 8 days, what should be provided to their line Manager?
Medical statement confirming they are unfit to travel to the UK
Continue for every 7 days for sick pay purposes
298
How long must an employee be on duty before an incomplete duty can be entered on STARS ?
1 hour
299
When must statutory leave claimed. Ack due to sickness be taken?
MUST be taken 15 months from the end of the leave year it was accrued
(28 days statutory leave)
300
What are the absence triggers for when attendance support meetings are organised?
3 separate instances or 6 working days in any 6 month period
5 separate instances or 8 working days in a 12 month period
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When an employee returns to work, what should a CM or OIC do?
Carry out a return to work meeting and record it on STARS
| Do at start of shift
302
What is the purpose of a "attendance support meeting"?
Manage long term sickness and frequent short term sickness issues
(Written notification of the meeting MUST be provided to the employee and their right to be accompanied )
303
How far apart should attendance support meetings take place for long term sickness?
After 28 days then 1 per month or max within 3 months
304
At suspected CBRN incidents where should the appliance be?
Upwind
Up hill (into the wind)
305
What is the initial cordon for a suspected CBRN incident?
Minimum 25 metres from affected people
Variable depending on circumstances and wether casualties move towards you
306
What are the signs to look out for at a suspected CBRN incident?
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Dead or distressed people
Birds or animals
Multiple skin eye airway problems
Withered plants / vegetation
Mist clouds
Hazmats
Strange Odours / tastes
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Upon arrival at a CBRN incident, what information will you need to gather for control?
Number of people needing decontamination
Suitable RVP for decontamination
Wind speed / direction
Radiation check
Cordon
308
On initial attendance to a CBRN incident, what should the OIC consider?
Secondary devices
Perpetrators
Cordon
Containment of people
RVP and RVP exit
309
What does methane stand for?
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Major incident?
Exact location
Type of incident
Hazards
Access and egress
Number of casualties
Emergency services required
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What does JESIP stand for?
Joint emergency service interoperability principles
Programme???
311
What are the safety triggers at CBRN incidents?
Step 1. 1 person approach using standard protocols
Step 2. 2 people approach with caution
Step 3. 3 or more people in close proximity use caution and follow step plus
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What is the primary responsibility for LFB at CBRN incidents?
Save life and carry out rescues
313
When should wet decontamination be the preferred method over dry decontamination?
When suspected caustic substances used like Acids and Alkalis
Devon for 45-90 seconds using a sponge
314
What is interim wet decontamination?
| Emergency decontamination
2 appliances with 2 ladders and hose reels x 4
Contain run off where possible
315
When should wet decontamination be the preferred method over dry decontamination?
When suspected caustic substances used like Acids and Alkalis
Devon for 45-90 seconds using a sponge
316
What is interim wet decontamination?
| Emergency decontamination
2 appliances with 2 ladders and hose reels x 4
Contain run off where possible
317
At a FSG call, who will control contact on the fireground?
The ICP appliance radio
Initial command pump
318
At high rise incidents, why should the OIC consider leaving a crew member on the ICP?
To monitor for FSG calls
319
For FSG calls to the ICP, where should important details be written down?
Control information form carried on all front line
320
What does the CU carry to record information at FSG's
Casualty information poster
Casinpo
321
What is the minimum rank of A FSG co-ordinator?
SM
Records collates retains information regarding FSGs
322
If there are a large number of FSG calls, what channel can control open up to dedicate to FSG's
FLON OPS 01
323
At FSGs who has the power to alter controls advice?
The IC can override if they believe the advice is not best
| This is contrary to national control policy So IC must liaise with OOW first
324
Definition of a Hazmat?
Any item or agents with the potential to cause harm to:
Humans
Animals
Environment
325
LFB responsibility at Hazmats?
Control any spillage or release to mitigate harm
326
Hazards from chemicals are?
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Flammable
Asphyxiation
Corrosive
Toxic
Explosive
Oxidising
Radioactive
Biological
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FACTEORB+
Cryogenic exothermic
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What does COMAH stand for?
Control of major accident hazards
328
Minimum cordon for Hazmat?
25 metres
Type dependant bigger or smaller
329
On arrival at a potential hazmat incident, OIC should gather information from what sources?
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Step 123+
ORD
CHemdata
Signage
Onsite specialist advice
EA
R.E.M. Wind direction and upwind uphill
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Use DMM and DRA
330
What is a level 1 hazmat PDA?
1 X pump CM
(Under 100 litres)
Small spills, fuel, engine oil, no bigger than LGV fuel tank
1 X pump WM
C0 and natural gas detector actuating mercury spill
331
What is a level 2 Hazmat PDA?
Full hazmat attendance
2 X pumps
1 X FRU
(for decontamination)
1 X HMEPO
1 x MO (SM)
1 X CU
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What is a level 3 hazmat incident?
Full wet firefighter (code 1) decontamination
dry safe undress procedure (code 3)
Request level 3 by priority request to talk "confirmed level 3 incident "
333
What is a level 4 hazmat incident?
Incidents requiring special mobilising criteria
334
Who confirms a hazmat incident?
IC
| not DIM team turning up
335
Can RRT use the SSU at incidents?
Yes if approved by HMEPO
336
If crews have been committed at a hazmat incident and specialist advice is still being sought for decontamination, what should they do?
Remain "under air" if possible until specialist advice can be sought for decontamination
(code 3 decontamination if can't wait)
337
Is IRU attendance despatched to level 3 hazmats for mass decontamination?
No
Only on request from OIC
338
What is a hazmat level 3 PDA?
Level 2+
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1 X PL (WM)
1 X Pump
1 X FRU (DIM suppprt)
SSU
SM
GM (mo)
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339
What are the 3 decontamination codes?
1= shower contain run off
2. Bucket brush boots gloves (default)
3. Dry safe
340
What are the 4 EAC extinguishing media?
1 course spray
2 fine spray
3 foam
4 dry agent (NO Water)
341
What does E stand for in the EAC?
Public safety hazard
(Stay indoors all windows shut) may evacuate
342
What does the "V" stand for in the EAC?
Violently or explosively reactive
343
On the EAC, between what letters does contain and dilute divide?
Between T and W
W contain including W
344
What 4 letters on the EAC indicate LTS?
PRWX
345
How should mercury be dealt with?
Brushed up
Double bagged
Left with occupier for disposal
(NEVER Hoover up)
346
What is the cordon for a radiation incident?
Initial 25 metres but will be altered to where background readings are
347
On the MDT, how is a priority request to talk sent?
Press and hold 9
348
What is considered the fire sector?
Fire floor/s + 1 above and 1 below
349
Over what height building must a DRM be fitted?
Over 18 metres (10 bar loaded by twin 70 hose)
(FF provisions 18
Water suppression 30
Wet riser 50
350
What actions should ECO and IC take if telemetry signal is lost?
ECO tells IC
IC considers telemetry repeaters
CU + FRU carry them
351
What does the telemetry repeater kit consist of?
2 repeaters
Number 1 gets laid first
Use line of sight principle, keep at shoulder height
352
Where can hazards from vehicles be identified?
MDT
CRASH information system
353
If hazardous materials are suspected at a vehicle incident, what should the OIC do?
Request HMEPO
354
What status is an appliance on standby at a station?
Status 25
355
Appliances on route to a standby are what status?
Status 15
356
Do senior officers need to contact control to update their location/ availability whilst on duty?
Yes
But that will change when geographic mobilising goes live
357
What is status 35?
Standby at other location
358
On the DMM, what panel follows the "Plan"?
Communicating
Controlling
359
What are the 2 panels at the top of the DMM which split it in to two halves?
Acting (left)
Deciding (right)
360
How much notice do control need to organise reliefs of crews and officers?
90 mins
361
When should an OIC aim to have reliefs in place?
1 hour before the end of a shift
362
What is an emergency relief?
Blue light relief for operational urgent risk
363
What is the joint decision model from JESIP used for?
Formulating a plan at major multi agency incidents (senior officers)
364
What are the 5 joint principles for joint working?
Co locate
Communicate
Co-ordinate
Jointly understand risk
Shared situational awareness
365
At line operations for other agencies, whose equipment should be used?
LFB as we are responsible for safety of all agencies in the inner cordon
(Unless formal agreement otherwise)
HART have this
366
At multi agency "working at height" incidents, who should be requested by LFB to advise other agencies?
TAR
ILO
367
Should LFB crews ever attempt a snatch rescue of a suspected criminal or restrain someone stuck at height?
No (MPS responsibility but if casualty requests help or is unconscious we can)
368
When private ambulances are at LFB incidents, the IC should obtain what from them?
4 4 figure Ambulance CAD number
| Confirms they are working on behalf of LAS
369
What colour is the surcoat for:
All sector commanders
FSG coordinators
Fire Bronze
Yellow bottom
| Red shoulders
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What colour is the surcoat for:
All sector commanders
FSG coordinators
Fire Bronze
Yellow bottom
| Red shoulders
371
What colour are the new surcoats for:
ECO
ECO supervisor
Comms operative
BA sector?
Yellow bottom
Black and yellow chequered shoulders
372
What colour is the Surcoats of:
Incident commander
Monitoring officer
Fire Silver?
Yellow bottom
Silver shoulders
373
What colour surcoat should the operations commander wear?
Red bottom
Red shoulders
374
What colour are the surcoats of:
Safety officer
Senior Safety officer?
Yellow bottom
Blue shoulders
375
What colour is the observer surcoat?
Yellow bottom
Dark grey shoulders
376
Where should fireground personnel record FSG information from control?
Control information form in cab
377
In what order is vertical sectorisation applied to a high rise building if the fire is above ground level?
From ground=
Lobby sector
Fire sector
Search sector
378
In what order is vertical sectorisation applied to a basement or "floors below ground" ?
From ground going down=
Lobby sector
Search sector
Fire sector
379
What is the minimum fire rating time a fire lift must be?
2 hours
380
What is the minimum amount of people a fire lift must hold?
8 persons
381
Where does the lobby sector start and finish on a high rise incident?
Lobby sector is ground floor to the bridgehead for a high rise
382
What examples are there of functional sectors?
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Command support
Marshalling
Logistics
Safety
Communication
Water
Foam
Decontamination
BA Main control
Welfare
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383
What is a dynamic risk assessment?
The continuous process of identifying hazards, assessing risk, taking action to eliminate or reduce risk, monitoring and reviewing in rapidly changing circumstances of an incident
384
When different tactical modes are in use at the same incident, is there an overall tactical mode?
No
Messages should detail each sector
385
What is the general rule for sectorising an incident?
Main entrance sector 1
Rear sector 3
Lay a clock over it, if there is only a front and rear then sectors 1 and 3 apply ( no 2 and 4)
386
What is the CM's responsibility to FF's with regards to H & S?
Responsible for ensuring FFs are aware of health and safety
Assessing risks to H & S of FFs
Provide safe conditions, procedures and SSW and equipment
Completely trained, competent and records kept
Ensure competent Supervision
387
If 2 AFA detector heads are actuating, what should the OIC do?
Request full attendance
388
If an AFA slave panel is the first you come across, what should you do?
Take note of information and find the Main panel
389
What roles wear surcoat with orange bottom and chequered red/ whit shoulders?
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RRT
HMEPO
TRA
UA
ILO / ILO support
FI
SA
FSO
SAI
BMA
ORT
Petroleum officer
CBRN tac ad
RPELO
PLO
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390
Who carries the MD4?
OSU
RRT
391
For what period of time / days must a self cert for sickness be carried out?
4-7 days
392
When is an 'A' test carried out?
When taking over a set
Following a cylinder change
When testing 'spare' set
393
When is an 'A' test carried out?
When taking over a set
Following a cylinder change
When testing 'spare' set
394
What do trackside telephones look like?
Red telephone on a white background marked with the word "Electrification"
Ring for 4 seconds min
395
What is the minimum rank to lead a BA emergency team?
Crew manager
| must have comms
396
What is a RPELO?
Respiratory protective equipment logistics officer
| from PEG
397
What type of FRU technical does line?
Technical skills
| Technical rescue
398
What type of FRU technical does USAR, Line, water?
Technical rescue
399
What type of FRU technical does water rescue?
Technical Hazmat
| Technical rescue
400
What is the minimum crew for the emergency rescue boat?
2 X SRT including 1 trained in powerboat handling (2 min)
Max 7
401
What 3 actions short of entering the water should we use at a level 1 water incident?
Call
Reach
Throw
402
What is the PDA for a level 1 water incident?
3 X pumps
1 X SM
403
How can some degree of steering be achieved when entering water with a PFD on and in the defensive swimming position?
Lay on back, with body 45 degrees across the current with your head pointing towards the direction you wish to travel
Use arms as paddles and face the direction you are traveling
404
For ICs, what is the limited number of spans of control that can be placed upon them?
5 lines of communication
Big incidents ideally 2-3
Stable incidents 6-7
405
When should an operations commander (in charge of sectors) be introduced?
Beyond 4 sectors IC must consider introducing an Operations Commander
406
Who gives the instruction to sectorise an incident?
IC only
407
For small incidents where access is restricted to the rear like a mid terrace, is there a need for sectorisation?
No
Another OIC can be delegated to run the scene of operations at the rear in liaison with the IC at the front of the building, ( any larger then full sectorisation must happen with sector commanders)
408
A lobby sector would start and finish where?
Start at ground floor lobby and finish at the bridgehead
409
Where is a bridgehead located at a high rise fire?
2 "FLOORS " below the fire floor
| Floors not windows
410
When should a lobby sector be introduced at a high rise fire?
If the bridgehead is more than 2-3 floors from ground floor lobby and spans of control require it. (5+ on IC)
411
When should the IC consider stepping back and appointing sectors / sector commanders?
When supervising beyond 4-5 crews with 5 busy lines of communication
412
When should the IC consider appointing an operations commander?
When sectors increase beyond 4-5
413
How long is a floating safety line? used to hook onto a FFs PFD "O"-ring whilst entering water for a rescue?
50m
| must not be extended
414
If FFs enter water and need to keep their helmets on for overhead hazards, what adaptions should be made?
Chin strap left undone
415
How long is a floating throw line?
25m
(F.T.L) backwards = length twenty five
416
Firefighting shafts are required in buildings over what height and under what basement depth?
Over 18m above fire rescue vehicles
Basements more than 10m deep
417
In buildings intended for shops, factories and storage, over what height and floor area will a Firefighting shaft be provided?
A storey above 7.5m with a floor area greater than 900m2 (30m X 30m)
418
In buildings with 2 or more basement storeys greater than 900m2 will have what provided?
At least one Firefighting shaft
419
What combined features will be known as a Firefighting Shaft?
Firefighting lifts
Firefighting mains
Firefighting stairs
Firefighting lobbies
420
Operation of a fire lift control switch will cause what to happen?
Lift car returns to access level
Landing call points inoperable
Lift car buttons will work inside once it has reached access level
421
The primary purpose of the ORD is?
Record significant hazards and risks
422
The primary purpose of the ORD is?
Record significant hazards and risks
423
What does the sign for a signal post telephone look like?
Black and white diagonal stripes
424
Where can the keys for tunnel intervention points be found in railway tunnels?
LFB plans boxes
425
What does "IP" on a door mean? In. Lack on a white background?
Intervention point
Escape route and access route
426
What is used to open LFB plans boxes?
FB 14
427
What voltages exist at network railways?
Third rail= up to 1200v DC
OLE up to 25000v AC
Fourth rail up to 750v DC
428
What actions can network rail take upon trains when LFB personnel are working on or near the track?
Order to run under caution
Stop by signal activation
Stop by switching off power
(no effect on diesel trains)
429
If at a rail incident before arrival of resources and action needs to take place, who should be informed?
Rail track control via LFB control of intended action and location
430
What methods can be used to inform rail track control of your location at a rail incident?
Signal, bridge or OLE number plate
1/4 mile post at trackside
Electrical substation name plate
Nearby station
Level crossing
431
If at a rail incident before arrival of resources and action needs to take place, who should be informed?
Rail track control via LFB control of intended action and location
432
What methods can be used to inform rail track control of your location at a rail incident?
Signal, bridge or OLE number plate
1/4 mile post at trackside
Electrical substation name plate
Nearby station
Level crossing
433
How is the emergency evacuation signal implemented?
Repeated short blasts on the acme thunderer whistle
434
What are the 3 types of cordon?
Inner (yellow tape)
Outer (white tape)
Traffic cordon ( set up by police at or beyond outer cordon to prevent unauthorised vehicle access)
435
When sending messages across borders, what call signs should be used?
The brigade and appliance type
| London fire brigade, Northolt pump ladder
