SOG 3-10 Explosive Device Emergencies

Question 1

In the event of an explosive device emergency, what is the primary role of Brampton Fire and Emergency Services (BFES)?

a) Search for explosive devices

b) Provide assistance only as requested by police

c) Establish inner and outer perimeters

d) Coordinate evacuations

Answer 1

b) Provide assistance only as requested by police

Question 2

How are explosive device emergencies categorized in the guideline?

a) Category A and Category B
b) Priority 1 and Priority 2
c) Emergency and Non-emergency
d) Inner Perimeter and Outer Perimeter

Answer 2

c) Emergency and Non-emergency

Question 3

What is the purpose of the Inner Perimeter as defined in the guideline?

a) To establish a safe zone for firefighting operations

b) To provide a secure area for police investigations

c) To determine the staging area for responding apparatus

d) To create a buffer zone around the outer perimeter

Answer 3

b) To provide a secure area for police investigations

Question 4

How should the initial radio communications refer to the incident between responding apparatus and Fire Control?

a) Explosive Device Emergency
b) Police Assist
c) Code Red Situation
d) Critical Incident Response

Answer 4

b) Police Assist

Question 5

What should officers of responding apparatus do regarding the use of lights and sirens when responding on an emergency basis?

a) Use lights and sirens at all times
b) Use discretion
c) Only use lights, no sirens
d) Turn off lights and sirens

Answer 5

B

Question 6

What action should personnel take if a suspected explosive device is located during an emergency response?

a) Approach and assess the situation

b) Retreat a minimum distance of 300m and convey details to police

c) Evacuate only civilians in immediate danger

d) Attempt to move the device to a safer location

Answer 6

b) Retreat a minimum distance of 300m and convey details to police

Question 7

Should Bfes search for explosive devices?

Answer 7

They SHALL not search or touch any incendiary or explosive devices.

Question 8

Where should personnel report to when arriving on scene after requested by police

Answer 8

The outer perimeter, unless otherwise directed by police.

Question 9

What should officers attempt to clarify with Fire Comms ?

Answer 9

If response is on emergency basis or not

Question 10

If police are not on scene yet where should the 1st truck stage?

Answer 10

Shall remain staged in an appropriate area until police arrive