SOG 26-02 Heat stress and firefighter relief at emergencies

Question 1

According to SOG 26-02 Heat Stress and Firefighter Relief at Emergencies
All personnel will be observant of other emergency personnel working with them in the event?
a) they show signs of cool
b) they shows signs and symptoms of heat stress
c) they shows signs and fatigue
d) they shows signs and sweating

Answer 1

b) they shows signs and symptoms of heat stress

Question 2

According to SOG 26-02 Heat Stress and Firefighter Relief at Emergencies What is a high-risk group for heat stress among firefighters?
a) Athletes
b) Obese individuals
c) Young adults
d) Regular exercisers

Answer 2

b) Obese individuals

Question 3

According to SOG 26-02 Heat Stress and Firefighter Relief at Emergencies Which of the following is NOT a sign or symptom of heat stress?
a) Weak and rapid pulse
b) Blurred vision and dizziness
c) Warm and dry skin
d) Muscle and abdominal cramps

Answer 3

c) Warm and dry skin

Question 4

According to SOG 26-02 Heat Stress and Firefighter Relief at Emergencies how long should personnel rest after one sixty-minute bottle?
a) Immediately after finishing a bottle
b) After 30 minutes
c) After 60 minutes
d) After 90 minutes

Answer 4

c) After 60 minutes work time equals rest time

Question 5

According to SOG 26-02 Heat Stress and Firefighter Relief at Emergencies What is the recommended rest time for personnel working under high ambient temperatures and wearing bunker gear?
a) 30 minutes
b) 45 minutes
c) 60 minutes
d) 90 minutes

Answer 5

b) 45 minutes

Question 6

According to SOG 26-02 Heat Stress and Firefighter Relief at Emergencies Who should automatically report to the rest area after being decontaminated?
a) All firefighters
b) Specialty suit wearers (Hazmat Fully Encapsulated)
c) Paramedics
d) Incident Commanders

Answer 6

b) Specialty suit wearers (Hazmat Fully Encapsulated)

Question 7

According to SOG 26-02 Heat Stress and Firefighter Relief at Emergencies What is the primary purpose of the rest area during emergencies?
a) Storage of equipment
b) Triage center
c) Cooling down area
d) Command post

Answer 7

c) Cooling down area

Question 8

According to SOG 26-02 Heat Stress and Firefighter Relief at Emergencies How often should vital signs (BP, Pulse, and Respirations) be monitored for personnel in the rest area after initially checked?
a) Every 15 minutes
b) Every 5 minutes
c) Every 10 minutes
d) Every 30 minutes

Answer 8

b) Every 5 minutes

Question 9

According to SOG 26-02 Heat Stress and Firefighter Relief at Emergencies What action should be taken if a firefighter experiences signs and symptoms of heat stress?
a) Continue working
b) Report to the rest area
c) Ignore the symptoms
d) Inform the officer after the shift

Answer 9

b) Report to the rest area

Question 10

According to SOG 26-02 Heat Stress and Firefighter Relief at Emergencies When should an Incident Commander request paramedics to the scene?
a) After the emergency is resolved
b) If needed at the scene
c) Only if multiple casualties are reported
d) If specialized equipment is needed

Answer 10

b) If needed at the scene

Question 11

According to SOG 26-02 Heat Stress and Firefighter Relief at Emergencies What should officers be aware of regarding their crews?
a) Personal preferences
b) Emergency response protocols
c) Weather conditions
d) Conditions that there crews are working under

Answer 11

d) Conditions that there crews are working under

Question 11

According to SOG 26-02 Heat Stress and Firefighter Relief at Emergencies What is the general rule of thumb for rest time in relation to exertion time?
a) Rest time exceeds exertion time
b) Rest time equals exertion time
c) Rest time is half of exertion time
d) Rest time is double the exertion time

Answer 11

b) Rest time equals exertion time

Question 12

According to SOG 26-02 Heat Stress and Firefighter Relief at Emergencies In addition to physical symptoms, what should personnel be observant of in their colleagues?
a) Personal habits
b) Emotional well-being
c) Signs of fatigue or heat stress
d) Clothing preferences

Answer 12

c) Signs of fatigue or heat stress

Question 13

According to SOG 26-02 Heat Stress and Firefighter Relief at Emergencies What is the role of the Incident Commander in ensuring firefighter safety during emergencies?
a) Directing traffic
b) Providing medical treatment
c) Ensuring extra crews are on scene for relief
d) Managing administrative tasks

Answer 13

c) Ensuring extra crews are on scene for relief

Question 14

According to SOG 26-02 Heat Stress and Firefighter Relief at Emergencies What is the primary responsibility of personnel assigned to monitor others in the rest area?
a) Recordkeeping
b) Providing medical treatment
c) Checking vital signs
d) Controlling access to the rest area

Answer 14

c) Checking vital signs

Question 15

According to SOG 26-02 Heat Stress and Firefighter Relief at Emergencies What are the signs and symptoms of heat stress mentioned in the provided material?
a) Pale, cold, and clammy skin
b) Warm and dry skin
c) Rapid pulse
d) A and C

Answer 15

D

Question 16

According to SOG 26-02 Heat Stress and Firefighter Relief at EmergenciesWhat is the primary consideration for setting up a rest area during emergencies?
a) Proximity to the emergency scene
b) Availability of medical equipment
c) Quietness of the area
d) Protection from the elements

Answer 16

d) Protection from the elements

Question 17

According to SOG 26-02 Heat Stress and Firefighter Relief at Emergencies What should officers ensure regarding their crews working in specialty suits?
a) Frequent breaks
b) Monitoring vital signs
c) Fast response times
d) Continual decontamination

Answer 17

b) Monitoring vital signs