Responce To Roadway Incidents

Question 1

Beginning July 1, 2012, all emergency responders within the right-of-way, who are either exposed to traffic or to emergency vehicles and equipment within the incident scene, shall wear what?

Reference: Operating Procedures for Roadway Incidents Pg. 6

Answer 1

high-visibility safety apparel that meets the requirements of the ANSI/ISEA 107–2010

Question 2

LCES stands for what?

Reference: Operating Procedures for Roadway Incidents Pg. 6

Answer 2

Lookouts
Communications
Escape Routes
Safety Zones.

Question 3

When units respond together in the same direction what formation should they drive?

Reference: Operating Procedures for Roadway Incidents Pg. 7

Answer 3

Single file

Question 4

When the shoulder must be used for response, apparatus operators must use extreme caution and be aware of what?

Reference: Operating Procedures for Roadway Incidents Pg. 7

Answer 4

road signs,
debris,
guard rails,
oversized vehicles and stopped vehicles,
standing water.

Question 5

Designated median strip crossovers marked “Authorized Vehicles Only” shall only be used when?

Reference: Operating Procedures for Roadway Incidents Pg. 7

Answer 5

apparatus can complete the turn without obstructing the flow of traffic in either travel direction, or when all traffic movement has stopped

Question 6

Response to access/egress ramps should be in the normal direction of travel except when?

Reference: Operating Procedures for Roadway Incidents Pg. 7

Answer 6

the officer can confirm that the oncoming traffic has been stopped and that no civilian vehicles will be encountered on the ramp.

Question 7

The use of U-turn access points in “Jersey” barriers is extremely hazardous and shall be used only when?

Reference: Operating Procedures for Roadway Incidents Pg. 7

Answer 7

the situation is necessary for immediate lifesaving measures.

Question 8

The proper spotting and placement of apparatus is the joint responsibility of who

Reference: Operating Procedures for Roadway Incidents Pg. 9

Answer 8

The driver and officer

Question 9

What is the “fend off” position?

Reference: Operating Procedures for Roadway Incidents Pg. 9

Answer 9

The engine company shall be placed at an angle to the lanes, with the pump panel toward the work area to protect the pump operator and front wheels rotated away from the incident

Question 10

At least how far should the first blocking apparatus be placed behind the first operating unit to create a safe working area?

Reference: Operating Procedures for Roadway Incidents Pg. 10

Answer 10

50 feet