SOG 6-11 Personal Alert System

Question 1

According to SOG 6-11 Personal Alert System What does PASS stand for in the context of this guideline?
A) Precautionary Alarm for Smoke and Spillage
B) Personal Alert Safety System
C) Protective Air Supply System
D) Prompt Assistance for Safety Standards

Answer 1

B) Personal Alert Safety System

Question 2

According to SOG 6-11 Personal Alert System In which situations is the use of PASS devices mandated according to the guideline?
A) Only during structure fires
B) Only in confined spaces
C) In any hazardous or IDLH environment
D) Only during hazardous materials incidents

Answer 2

C) In any hazardous or IDLH environment

Question 3

According to SOG 6-11 Personal Alert System What is the primary purpose of the PASS device?
A) To provide illumination in low-visibility situations
B) To sense lack of movement and signal distress
C) To communicate with other team members
D) To filter hazardous materials from the air

Answer 3

B) To sense lack of movement and signal distress

Question 4

According to SOG 6-11 Personal Alert System When should personnel inspect and test their PASS device?
A) Monthly
B) Annually
C) As part of their daily inspections
D) Only after using the device in an emergency

Answer 4

C) As part of their daily inspections

Question 5

According to SOG 6-11 Personal Alert System What action should personnel take if their SCBA or PASS device is found to be malfunctioning?
A) Repair it themselves
B) Continue using it with caution
C) Report to the Apparatus and Maintenance Division
D) Deactivate the PASS device only

Answer 5

C) Report to the Apparatus and Maintenance Division

Question 5

According to SOG 6-11 Personal Alert System What should be done when a MAYDAY procedure is started and what should be used for in emergency situations?
A) To request additional resources
B) To ensure the activation of their PASS alarm
C) To signal the end of an emergency
D) To call off-duty personnel for assistance

Answer 5

B) To ensure the activation of their PASS alarm

Question 6

According to SOG 6-11 Personal Alert System When should personnel deactivate or disarm the PASS device upon exiting a hazardous environment?
A) Only if directed by the Incident Commander
B) Immediately upon exiting
C) After reaching the designated safe zone
D) Before testing the SCBA

Answer 6

B) Immediately upon exiting

Question 7

According to SOG 6-11 Personal Alert System What should the Incident Commander do upon hearing an activated PASS device?
A) Ignore it unless communication is established
B) Assume it’s a false alarm
C) Respond immediately to rescue the person in distress
D) Delegate the response to the Safety Officer

Answer 7

C) Respond immediately to rescue the person in distress

Question 8

According to SOG 6-11 Personal Alert System What is the significance of a PASS device activation with no communications?
A) It indicates a non-emergency situation
B) It suggests a malfunctioning device
C) It is a common occurrence
D) It is considered an emergency requiring immediate response

Answer 8

D) It is considered an emergency requiring immediate response

Question 9

According to SOG 6-11 Personal Alert System What is the purpose of entry control procedures in firefighting incidents?
A) To control the number of personnel at the scene
B) To monitor the use of PASS devices
C) To restrict access to hazardous areas
D) To coordinate communications with off-duty personnel

Answer 9

C) To restrict access to hazardous areas

Question 10

According to SOG 6-11 Personal Alert System Who is responsible for testing, maintaining, and activating the PASS device according to the guideline?
A) Incident Commander
B) Apparatus and Maintenance Division
C) SCBA manufacturers
D) Personnel assigned an SCBA and PASS device

Answer 10

D) Personnel assigned an SCBA and PASS device

Question 11

According to SOG 6-11 Personal Alert System How should personnel respond if they find themselves in an emergency situation where immediate help is needed?
A) Activate the PASS device and wait for assistance
B) Call off-duty personnel for help
C) Begin the MAYDAY procedure and activate the PASS device
D) Ignore the situation and continue with the task

Answer 11

C) Begin the MAYDAY procedure and activate the PASS device

Question 12

According to SOG 6-11 Personal Alert System What is the responsibility of Apparatus and Maintenance regarding new PASS device purchases?
A) Activating the devices
B) Ensuring compliance with regulations
C) Offering a reliable maintenance program
D) Reporting malfunctions to the Incident Commander

Answer 12

B) Ensuring compliance with regulations

Question 13

According to SOG 6-11 Personal Alert System What is the purpose of turning off the SCBA and deactivating the PASS device upon exiting a hazardous environment?
A) To save battery power
B) To signal the end of the emergency
C) To reduce non-emergency PASS activations
D) To avoid interference with radio communications

Answer 13

C) To reduce non-emergency PASS activations

Question 14

According to SOG 6-11 Personal Alert System When is a PASS device activation with no communications considered an emergency according to the guideline?
A) Only during drills
B) Only during hazardous material incidents
C) Anytime it occurs
D) Only during nighttime operations

Answer 14

C) Anytime it occurs

Question 15

According to SOG 6-11 Personal Alert System What document should be referenced when purchasing a new PASS device?
A) Manufacturer’s instructions
B) NFPA® 1500
C) Ontario Firefighter Guidance Note 4-4
D) Apparatus and Maintenance procedures

Answer 15

C) Ontario Firefighter Guidance Note 4-4