Sitreps Flashcards
What information should Sitreps include?
Incident name
Fireground/division command call sign
Location of incident
Potential of fire/incident to become a major emergency
Advice regarding any warnings that should be provide to the community
Private and community assets at risk
Fire status (type/size)
Damage and loss
Fire behaviour (e.g. flame height and estimate forward rate of spread)
Current control objectives
Additional assistance required.
Example sentence: Sitreps play a crucial role in providing essential information during emergency situations.
What are the levels of Defendability?
Drive by
Prep and go
Defendable with resources
Defendable without resources
Additional information: Understanding the levels of defendability is important in making decisions during emergency response situations.
What are some safety measures when working with machinery in dust with poor visibility?
Try to work into the wind
Make an exclusion zone around the machine
Close off road or track
Turn on vehicle lights
Wear dust masks if there is a risk of inhaling dust particles.
Example sentence: Following these safety measures can help reduce risks and ensure a safer working environment.
