PPC/PPE Flashcards
1
Q
What are the dangerous hazardous atmospheres? (HOTS)
A
H – High Temp.
O – Oxygen Def.
T – Toxic atmos.
S – Smoke concentrations
2
Q
What are the 7 components of turnout gear?
A
- Structural coat
- Structural trousers
- Removeable braces
- Gloves
- Helmet
- Flash hood
- Boots
3
Q
What is PPC used for?
A
- Structural firefighting operations
- Fire duties
- Vehicle fires
- Nonstructural fires
- May be used for non-fire related rescue operations i.e., road accident rescue, EMR, etc.
4
Q
When responding to a fire, list 4 PPE items you would don.
A
- Structural coat
- Structural trousers
- Removeable braces
- Gloves
- Helmet
- Flash hood
- Boots
5
Q
What are 4 types of incidents where PPC must be worn?
A
- Fire
- Vehicle fires
- Nonstructural fires
- EMR
- Road accident rescue
6
Q
What are 3 reasons to inspect PPC after an incident?
A
- Ensure PPC is free of contaminants
- Ensure contaminants do not spread to appliances and the station
- Minimise exposure to contaminants
