SOG 3-29 Electrical Vehicle Fires Flashcards
According to SOG 3-29 Electrical Vehicle Fires What does EV stand for in the context of this SOP?
a. Engine Vibration
b. Electric Vehicle
c. Emergency Vehicle
d. Extinguishing Vapor
B. Electric Vehicle
According to SOG 3-29 Electrical Vehicle Fires At what distance should the apparatus be positioned from a burning vehicle upon arrival, according to the SOP?
a. 5 meters
b. 10 meters
c. 15 meters
d. 20 meters
C. 15 meters
According to SOG 3-29 Electrical Vehicle Fires What is the purpose of conducting a 360-degree size-up during an EV fire response?
a. To identify the brand of the vehicle
b. To assess the battery temperature
c. To determine the color of the vehicle
d. To identify the type of vehicle and additional hazards
D. To identify the type of vehicle and additional hazards
According to SOG 3-29 Electrical Vehicle Fires Which protective equipment must be worn by all personnel during an EV fire response?
a. Reflective vests
b. Full firefighting PPE and SCBA
c. Gloves and helmets
d. Raincoats
B. Full firefighting PPE and SCBA
According to SOG 3-29 Electrical Vehicle Fires What should the water stream be directed towards during the suppression of an EV fire?
a. Interior of the vehicle
b. Engine compartment
c. High voltage battery pack
d. Fuel tank
C. High voltage battery pack
According to SOG 3-29 Electrical Vehicle Fires How long should the battery temperature be monitored after fire suppression, as per the SOP?
a. 15 minutes
b. 30 minutes
c. 45 minutes
d. 60 minutes
B. 30 minutes
According to SOG 3-29 Electrical Vehicle Fires What is “thermal runaway” in the context of EV fires?
a. A rapid increase in battery temperature
b. A type of firefighting technique
c. The process of evacuating the scene
d. A method of cooling the engine
A. A rapid increase in battery temperature
According to SOG 3-29 Electrical Vehicle Fires When may thermal runaway cause the battery to re-ignite after the fire is suppressed?
a. Immediately after suppression
b. Up to 24 hours after suppression
c. Up to 48 hours after suppression
d. After 72 hours of suppression
C. Up to 48 hours after suppression
According to SOG 3-29 Electrical Vehicle Fires What precaution is advised for tow operators regarding EVs with damaged Li-ion HV batteries?
a. Store them indoors
b. Park them close to structures
c. Store them at least 10 meters away from structures
d. Store them at least 15 meters away from structures
D. Store them at least 15 meters away from structures
According to SOG 3-29 Electrical Vehicle Fires What should be considered when handling EV fires?
a. The brand of the vehicle
b. The potential for stranded energy
c. The color of the vehicle
d. The type of tires
B. The potential for stranded energy
According to SOG 3-29 Electrical Vehicle Fires How often should personnel be trained in EV fire response, according to the SOP?
a. Monthly
b. Quarterly
c. Annually
d. Biennially
C. Annually
According to SOG 3-29 Electrical Vehicle Fires What is the purpose of maintaining detailed records of EV fire responses?
a. To assess the color of the vehicles involved
b. For analysis and improvement
c. To identify the brand of the vehicles
d. To determine the type of tires used
B. For analysis and improvement
According to SOG 3-29 Electrical Vehicle Fires, for EV fires the IC should ensure that there is?
A. Many FF on scene
B. 2 length of hose
C. Large amounts of water
D. Extra Co2 containers
C. Large amounts of water
According to SOG 3-29 Electrical Vehicle Fires What does HV stand for in the context of EVs?
a. High Velocity
b. High Voltage
c. Heavy Vehicle
d. Hybrid Vehicle
B. High Voltage
According to SOG 3-29 Electrical Vehicle Fires Which SOP should be referred to for the first apparatus at a Motor Vehicle Collision?
a. SOP 3-29
b. SOP 7-04
c. SOP 12-MCC
d. SOP 5-12
B. SOP 7-04
