SAFETY-01 RIC Flashcards
What is the secondary function of RIC?
To assist the incident commander with providing a safe environment for firefighters by reducing hazards
Who is responsible for ensuring RIC is established?
IC
Who will be the RIC Group Supervisor and when is this established?
May be filled by Safety
IC should consider a different one in MAYDAY situation
If multiple RICs, this is required
Where should the RIC Supervisor be located?
Outside structure/hotzone
What are the standard exceptions to the RIC requirement?
Reported/suspected life hazard requiring immediate action with great possibility of positive outcome
Incipient stage fire that can be controlled rapidly, thus reducing risk
How many personnel when conditions require and personnel are available?
Minimum 4
The IC will establish RIC within _____ of the incident.
within 15 minutes
If required personnel are not available for RIC, the IC shall:
have additional personnel en route.
May RIC officer divide his/her crew?
Yes, into 2 teams for functional deployment. Both teams must be adequately equipped.
An established RIC may be deployed any time there is:
a MAYDAY
loss of communication with crew
incomplete PAR
significant incident event that may warrant
After RIC locates downed FF and gathers info, he/she will:
provide UCAN: rescue plan escape route Air supply Special needs
Where is RIC staging in high rise incidents?
Two floors below fire floor. bring extra cylinders
