Road Traffic Procedures Flashcards
En route, what must appliance crew members wear?
High-visibility clothing
What might slow down the approach to the incident
Weather Traffic Debris and casualties Scene assessment Fend off position
What position should the appliance be parked in to create a safe working area
The fend off position
How would you create a safe working environment on a range of roads
Appliance warning lighting should be used Dismount appliance away from traffic Full PPE and High-vis Close or restrict roadway Deploy police accident sign Motorway traffic should be warned Lease with police and Highways Agency Traffic Officers Do not cross central reservation unless necessary Appoint safety officers ASAP Firefighting media must be ready in case of fire Wear BA when necessary Remain alert throughout
When a person is trapped in an RTC, what three factors will be found
The casualty will require urgent hospitalisation Difficulty in gaining access to the casualty Restricted space in which to work
On arrival at an RTC, the LFB’s operational procedures are split into two phases. What are they?
Phase 1: arrival and scene assessment Phase 2: rescue from the vehicle
What 3 factors would be considered under phase 1: arrival and preparation
Safety and scene assessment Initial access to the casualty and stabilisation Glass management and tool preparation
What three roles would be undertaken under phase 2: rescue from the vehicle
Space creation Full access to the casualty Casualty immobilised and extricated
How many zones make up the safety zone?
Two, the inner circle (full PPE, only those involved in the rescue, minimum 2 metres around the vehicle) and the outer circle (where the IC monitors, any available personnel and resources. Minimum of 5 metres from the vehicle)
What vehicle hazards must be considered when attending an RTC incident
Contents (flammable, hazardous, dangerous pets) Fuels. Petrol, diesel, gas, LPG. And fuel lines. Vehicle stability Sharp metal, broken glass Flouroelastomers - found in some care, once heated will produce hydroflouric acid Alloys or hot metal Refrigeration units, air con units Carbon fibres (can be brittle) Plastics (toxic smoke) Projectiles Electric and battery acids Tailgate and tipping mechanisms WHIPS, seat belt pre-tensioner, air bags, roll bars, telescopic bumpers.
What should be viewed as the first step in casualty care at an RTC
Stabilisation
How many phases of stabilisation are there
2 Phase 1 (5 points of contact) Phase 2(9 points of contact)
What must be disconnected at the earliest opportunity
The vehicle battery
What electrical equipment should be used before disconnecting the battery
Lowering all windows Move seats Operate sun/convertible roofs Any other electrical ancillary equipment
What are the main types of glass removed in vehicles by the LFB
Laminated- normally found in the windscreen Toughened- Normally used for the side windows Perspex- Not common, can be found in security vehicles
What are the main types of glass fixings found by the LFB
Rubber seal - Holds fixed glass Bonded- Holds fixed glass, but is glued onto bodywork Hinged - Found on the rear quarter of some vehicles Sliding- Most side windows will slide into door
How would you identify what type of glass you are dealing with at an RTC
The name of the glass will be printed on the windscreen
What will happen to laminated glass when broken
It will remain in one layer, possibly with large shards.
What will happen to toughened glass when broken
It will smash into thousands of pieces
What is the operating pressure of the Holmatro combi tool?
720 bar
What is the cutting force of the Holmatro combi?
About 29 tonnes
When working with cutting tools, firefighters should try to work in groups of …?
Two. One as a tool operator One as casualty or safety protection
Where would you find the ‘A’ post
Normally attached to the windscreen
Where would you find the ‘D’ or ‘E’ posts?
Normally attached to the rear screen (on estate cars)
What is one of the strongest parts of the vehicle?
The sill. It runs along the bottom of the vehicle.
The extraction of a casualty can be divided into two categories. What are they?
Immediate rescue - Medical requirement, fire, submerged, toxic atmosphere, hazardous materials, police directive Or Controlled release- the casualty is trapped, but stable. As much room as possible can be made to remove the casualty, but conditions may change.
What is the golden hour?
Prompt medical attention within the first hour, to prevent the death of a casualty.
At an RTC, what simultaneous actions can be undertaken to save time?
Setting up an equipment pool whilst the vehicle is being stabilised. Managing the vehicle glass as the shut lines are opened. Opening the door using the combi tool while the roof is being removed with the sabre saw.
