PPE Malfunction Flashcards
What 6 parts are there to the structural FF PPE ensemble?
- Helmet w shroud
- PBI hood
- Pants and Coat
- Boots
- gloves
- SCBA
What 7 parts to the wildland ensemble?
- duty boots
- nomex pants
- yellow over-pants
- cotton undershirt
- Yellow overshirt
- web gear w shelter
- structural or wildland helmet w shroud
What are the 4 PPE specialty groups?
- EMS
- HazMat
- Marine/shipboard
- Tech rescue
Who are the 2 people to notify in event of equipment failure or malfunction?
- Immediate supervisor
- on duty investigator
How do you document SCBA malfunctions that occured during an INCIDENT?
- Responders tab COMMENT section in INCIDENT System. Check “SCBA malfunction” box
- Submit a work request
Who will document the PPE malfunction?
- the OFFICER
- AND the individual who experienced the malfunction
Should a member make an effort to repair the equipment from a PPE malfunction?
NO
What are the 6 parts to structural firefighting PPE?
Helmet
PBI hood
Pants and coat
Boots
Gloves
Scba
Why do you notify the on duty investigator?
They need to take custody of the item. if they can’t any Chief may take custody
Do worn SCBA straps constitute a equipment malfunction?
NO. That’s normal wear
If an investigator is not available, who may take custody of the failed item?
ANY Chief
