RTC 001: Procedure Flashcards
The LFB currently attends around how many road traffic collisions (RTCs) a day?
An average of 10
It is around three times more likely that firefighters will attend an RTC compared to incidents involving BA
Under which act, is the senior officer in charge of operations including closing roads, moving vehicles, and the positioning of appliances?
Fire and Rescue Services Act 2004
Generally at an incident, what do each of the emergency services deal with?
LFB
Deals with rescues, fires, fire prevention and hazardous materials
Police
Control traffic and monitor scene safety
Ambulance
Responsible for the treatment and care of any injured people
What should crews be wearing when attending an RTC?
High visibility clothing
After the scene has been assessed for potential hazards, the appliances should be parked in what position?
In a fend off position, to create a safe working area, providing protection from oncoming vehicles
FRU should be parked closest
All appliance lighting should be used to provide warning to other road users
Why do the police often call the LFB to attend RTCs?
Three answers
Clear away debris
Wash down any contaminants
Removal of casualties from their vehicles
What three factors are found at all RTCs where people are trapped in their vehicles?
The presence of a casualty requiring urgent hospitalisation
Difficulty in gaining access to the casualty
Restricted space in which to work
What are the two phases of LFB operational procedure, that occur at an RTC?
Phase 1
Safety and scene assessment
Initial access to the casualty and stabilisation
Glass management and tool preparation
Phase 2
Space creation
Full access to casualty
Casualty immobilised and extricated
What are the two safety zones that should be created on arrival to an RTC?
Inner Circle
Minimum of 2m around the vehicle
Only full PPE should be worn in this zone, and people directly involved with the rescue
Outer Circle
Where the IC can monitor the progress
Minimum of 5m around the inner circle
List some hazards associated with RTCs?
Nine answers
Vehicle contents Fuels Stability Sharp metals Hot metals Carbon fibres Plastics Electric and battery acids Air bags
What can be used to stabilise a vehicle?
Blocks and wedges
What should be done before disconnecting the vehicle battery, which should be done at the earliest opportunity?
Four answers
Lower all windows
Move seats
Operate sun or convertible roofs
Use any other electrically operated ancillary equipment
The battery should be disconnected and positioned where they cannot accidentally come into contact with the battery terminals
What are the three main types of glass that the LFB removes in RTCs?
Laminated
Normally found in the front screen of vehicles, but may be fitted in all windows of high spec cars
Toughened
Normally used for the side windows of vehicles and sometimes in the rear screen
Perspex
Not that common, but can be found in some security vehicles
What are the four types of glass fixings in cars?
Rubber seal
Bonded
Hinged
Sliding
What is created when laminated glass is cut?
Dust, which can become a hazard, so wherever possible, it should be left in place
For effective space creation, what should firefighters do?
Five answers
Make sure stability is correctly thought about
Keep equipment in a safe area (tool dump) when not used
Place all debris in the correct area (debris dump)
Keep exit routes clear when extricating casualties
Keep clear of the inner zone when not required
When working with cutting tools, firefighters should work in groups of two. What are the roles of each person?
Tool Operator
Consider the plan of action
Inform the IC if the plan is changed
The Second Firefighter
Responsible for assisting the Tool Operator
Provide a second set of eyes to look for any hazards and provide hard protection between the casualty and the cutting tools
Name some parts of the car? Vehicle terminology
Car posts
A post - normally attached to the windscreen
B, C, D, E posts - the joins between the windows working towards the rear of the car
Sill - runs along the bottom of the vehicle
Shut lines - gaps where the vehicles doors shut against the bodywork
Extraction can be divided into what two categories?
Immediate release
Controlled release
When would firefighters need to perform an immediate release?
Six answers
A medical requirement
Fire
Submerged
Toxic atmosphere
Hazardous materials
Police directive
What does ‘golden hour’ mean?
Refers to the likelihood that prompt medic attention may prevent the death of a casualty who has suffered a traumatic injury, is within the first hour
At RTCs, how can time be saved off the golden hour, to speed up rescue operations?
Three answers
Setting up an equipment pool while 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
