Road Traffic Procedures

Question 1

En route, what must appliance crew members wear?

Answer 1

High-visibility clothing

Question 2

What might slow down the approach to the incident

Answer 2

Weather Traffic Debris and casualties Scene assessment Fend off position

Question 3

What position should the appliance be parked in to create a safe working area

Answer 3

The fend off position

Question 4

How would you create a safe working environment on a range of roads

Answer 4

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

Question 5

When a person is trapped in an RTC, what three factors will be found

Answer 5

The casualty will require urgent hospitalisation Difficulty in gaining access to the casualty Restricted space in which to work

Question 6

On arrival at an RTC, the LFB’s operational procedures are split into two phases. What are they?

Answer 6

Phase 1: arrival and scene assessment Phase 2: rescue from the vehicle

Question 7

What 3 factors would be considered under phase 1: arrival and preparation

Answer 7

Safety and scene assessment Initial access to the casualty and stabilisation Glass management and tool preparation

Question 8

What three roles would be undertaken under phase 2: rescue from the vehicle

Answer 8

Space creation Full access to the casualty Casualty immobilised and extricated

Question 9

How many zones make up the safety zone?

Answer 9

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)

Question 10

What vehicle hazards must be considered when attending an RTC incident

Answer 10

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.

Question 11

What should be viewed as the first step in casualty care at an RTC

Answer 11

Stabilisation

Question 12

How many phases of stabilisation are there

Answer 12

2 Phase 1 (5 points of contact) Phase 2(9 points of contact)

Question 13

What must be disconnected at the earliest opportunity

Answer 13

The vehicle battery

Question 14

What electrical equipment should be used before disconnecting the battery

Answer 14

Lowering all windows Move seats Operate sun/convertible roofs Any other electrical ancillary equipment

Question 15

What are the main types of glass removed in vehicles by the LFB

Answer 15

Laminated- normally found in the windscreen Toughened- Normally used for the side windows Perspex- Not common, can be found in security vehicles

Question 16

What are the main types of glass fixings found by the LFB

Answer 16

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

Question 17

How would you identify what type of glass you are dealing with at an RTC

Answer 17

The name of the glass will be printed on the windscreen

Question 18

What will happen to laminated glass when broken

Answer 18

It will remain in one layer, possibly with large shards.

Question 19

What will happen to toughened glass when broken

Answer 19

It will smash into thousands of pieces

Question 20

What is the operating pressure of the Holmatro combi tool?

Answer 20

720 bar

Question 21

What is the cutting force of the Holmatro combi?

Answer 21

About 29 tonnes

Question 22

When working with cutting tools, firefighters should try to work in groups of …?

Answer 22

Two. One as a tool operator One as casualty or safety protection

Question 23

Where would you find the ‘A’ post

Answer 23

Normally attached to the windscreen

Question 24

Where would you find the ‘D’ or ‘E’ posts?

Answer 24

Normally attached to the rear screen (on estate cars)

Question 25

What is one of the strongest parts of the vehicle?

Answer 25

The sill. It runs along the bottom of the vehicle.

Question 26

The extraction of a casualty can be divided into two categories. What are they?

Answer 26

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.

Question 27

What is the golden hour?

Answer 27

Prompt medical attention within the first hour, to prevent the death of a casualty.

Question 28

At an RTC, what simultaneous actions can be undertaken to save time?

Answer 28

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.