Procedures Flashcards
What are the two phases implemented at an RTC
Arrival and preparation
Rescue from the vehicle
What are the two safety cordons at an RTC incident
Inner circle…2 metres
Outer circle…5 metres
What must be worn at an RTC
Full PPE and Reflective jerkin
What vehicle hazards might a firefighter encounter at an RTC?
Vehicle content Fuel Stability of vehicle Flouroelastomers-produce hydrochloric acid under heat Sharp metal and glass Alloys or hot metal Carbon fibre -can shatter producing small fibres Plasics- production of toxic smoke Projectiles Electric and battery acids Malicious acts designed to cause damage Tailgate and tipping mechanisms
How many stages of stabilisation are there?
Two
What is phase 1 stabilisation?
The minimum points of contact.
5 points of contact.
What is phase 2 stabilisation
9 points of stabilisation.
What might need to be done before disconnection of the vehicle battery?
Lower all windows
Move seats
Operate sun or convertible roofs
Use any other ancillary equipment
Which battery terminal should be disconnected first?
Negative
How would you identify the negative battery lead
It’s usually black or braided
What might happen if the battery lead is allowed to reconnect?
Deployment of SRS devices.
What are the main types of glass encountered in vehicles?
Laminated
Perspex
Toughened
What is unique about laminated glass when it is broken
It is normally held together in one piece due to its plastic inner layer
What is one of the main hazards associated with laminated glass?
Dust
What will happen to toughened glass when broken
It will shatter into thousands of pieces
What are the main types of seal fixing glass to the vehicle
Rubber seal (usually h shaped)
Bonded (glued directly on)
Hinged (found on the rear quarter of some cars)
Sliding
What is the operating pressure of the holmatro combi tool
720 bar
What is the cutting force of the holmatro
29 tonnes
What is the aim of space creation
To make the hole fit the casualty, not the casualty fit the hole
When working with cutting tools, firefighters should try and work in groups of …
2
The operator should rotate after a maximum of … to … cuts
Two to three cuts, to maximise crew efficiency and reduce operator fatigue
Where would you find the sill
Along the bottom of the vehicle. This is one of the strongest parts of the vehicle
Do the bumpers provide any support
No
What is the name of the gaps where the vehicles doors shut against the bodywork
Shut lines
What are the two methods of extrication?
Immediate
Controlled
When might a casualty need to be released immediately
They have a medical requirement
The vehicle might be alight
The vehicle might be submerged in water
There is a toxic atmosphere
There is a hazardous material present
The police have directed so
What is a controlled release?
The casualty is trapped but in a stable condition
The likelihood that prompt medical attention may prevent the death of a casualty who has suffered a traumatic injury is within the first hour. This is referred to as….
The golden hour
