PPE/PPC Flashcards
What PPC clothing will protect you while at an incident
Structural coat (outer shell and liner)
Structural trousers (outer shell and liner)
Removeable braces
Station shorts (worn under trousers)
Gloves
Helmet
Flash hood
Firefighting boots
When do we wear PPC
Structural fires
Fire duties on scene
Vehicle fires
Non-structural fires
Non fire related rescue operations
Road accident rescue
Industrial accidents
EMR calls
What are the hazardous atmospheres
H - High Temperatures
O - Oxygen deficiency
T - Toxic Atmospheres
S - Smoke Concentrations
When do we inspect PPC
When new or replacement garments are received (e.g. check size and fit)
After exposure to heat, flames, chemicals and firefighting agents
After exposure to body fluids (includes blood)
After laundering, repair or decontamination
At change of shift ensure:
Inner liners are secured in place, all closures are functioning, and the garments have not shrunk
Why do we inspect PPC
Minimise exposure to dangerous substances
Ensure PPC is free of contaminants
Ensure PPC annual inspection requirements are met
Ensure contaminants are not spread to appliances and stations
Ensure firefighters understand the work instructions relating to post incident management of PPC
What are the types off PPC contamination
Soiled
Biological
Asbestos
HAZMAT
What are the ways chemicals can enter our bodies
Inhalation
Ingestion
Absorption
Injection
