Res 2 Water and Ice Flashcards
Strainer
Objects or groups that allow water to flow through but trap solid objects
Water Rescue Assignment
Engine, Truck, 2 RS, SPOPS BFC, HM, FB, SAFO, 1 BLS, 1 ALS, EMS Super
Don’t enter water until IC has
been given size up,
advised of intended actions,
approval given.
PFD or Ice Suit required when
Operating within 10 feet of water or anywhere accidental entry is possible.
When within 10 feet of edge, crew size shall be minimum of
Two
Firefighting PPE shall not be worn within
20 feet of edge
First arriving responsibilities
Announce arrival, determine point last scene using “line of sight” system with fixed object.
First arriving info gathering
#victims, age, time in water, clothing color, swimming ability, how entered, water conditions
First arriving perimeter and accountability
Establish hot zone that extends 20 feet from edge. Hard to keep Level 3 account if moving down stream
Moving water victim instruction
Swim upstream at 45 degree angle to current “ferry angle”. Roll on back, feet downstream
Without entering water, rescue attempts using
Reach: ceiling hook, portable ladder, aerial ladder Throw: under hand toss, effective up to 60 feet.
Cold Water Immersion
96- shivering,
90- rigidity, dulled MS,
85- pulse and resp slow, mental stupor,
80- uncon and death
Mammalian Diving Reflex
Human face exposed to cold water, HR drops 50%, blood flow decreases to extremities, blood shift to thoracic to avoid lung collapse, possibly allowing longer survival period. Rescue mode for 1 hour.
Torso Reflex
cold water hits face, gasp reflex which could lead to aspiration and laryngospasm
Ice rescue options
If Reach try to hook, If throw have them twist or wrap around rope
