Roadway Manual Flashcards
When the shoulder must be used for a response, be aware of
Road signs
Debris
Standing water
Guard rails
Oversized or stopped vehicles
Authorized Vehicle Only can be used only when
The driver can complete the turn without obstructing the flow of traffic
How to pass through dilineator markers
Redice speed and travel through at a shallow angle
Taper length and buffer length
120 Taper
80 buffer
fend off position
Front wheels rotated away from the incident and pump panel towards work area to protect pump operator.
Where to place blocking unit
50 ft behind first operating unit
LCES
Lookout
Communicate
Escape Route
Safety Zones
When can you turn off Emergency Lights
Daylight
All vehicles moved out of the traffic lanes
Traffic is passing slowly
Light to Dark
6 seconds
Dark to Light
3 seconds
Oncoming vehicle headlights completely blind the opposing drivers at _______
2.5 car lengths
Best combination of lights to provide maximum night visibility
Red EM Lights On
Headlights off
Fog Lights Off
Pump panel lights on
Rear and front spotlights on directed on traffic cones
Traffic directional boards operating
One minute of stopped traffic causes an additional __________ min delay
4 minute travel delay
Level 1 incident Minor
Less than 30 minutes with minimal or no lane closures
Level 2 Intermediate
Lane blockage but not full closure, 30 min to 2 hour
