SB 81 /WATERFRONT OPERATIONS /BUNKER GEAR

Question 1

Members wearing bunker gear with or without SCBA become QUICKLY SUBMERSED

Answer 1

• higher fall/less opportunity to remain at service

- BUNKER GEAR DOES NOT FLOAT

Question 2

prior to operating around water MARINE UNITS must be notified

Answer 2

at least one 20 foot straight ladder dedicated to member removal should need arise

-if you fall into water, do not swim, call for help, remain calm and slowly tread water