Rescue Ops

Question 1

On elevator responses in Metro, you should go to the kiosk to determine if any of these switches has been activated, which does not belong? p5
A.  Emergency stop
B. Override
C.  Out of service
D.  Outer door jammed

Answer 1

D. Outer door jammed

Question 2

Under no circumstances will any member attempt to enter the water or travel across an ice formation unless the IC has these three things, which does not belong? p3
A. Been given an accurate size-up
B. Been advised of certifications of the member involved
C. Been advised of any intended actions
D. Has given approval of actions

Answer 2

B. Been advised of certs of the member involved

Question 3

All members working within 10 feet of the waters edge, or anywhere accidental entry is possible will? p3
A. Be under Level III accountability
B. Wear turnout gear only if they have a proper fitting PFD
C. Wear a proper fitting PFD approved by Under Writer’s Laboratories
D. Work in teams of 2

Answer 3

D. Work in teams of 2

Question 4

How far should the hot/exclusionary zone extend from the water’s edge? p4

Answer 4

20 feet

Question 5

What is the effective range of a “throw bag”? p5

Answer 5

60 feet

Question 6

IF the water temp is below \_\_\_\_ degrees, rescue operations should continue for at least \_\_\_\_\_ minutes.  p6
A  75, 30
B  60, 60
C  65, 45 
D  70, 60

Answer 6

D 70 degrees, 60 minutes

Question 7

When cold water hits a person’s face or nose and a gasp reflex occurs which allows cold water to be aspirated which may cause a laryngospasm that could lead to respiratory arrest, this is known as? p6

Answer 7

Torso reflex