SOP# 26: Power Saw Operations

Question 1

Who shall train members under in the safe and proper use of all saws assigned to the company?

Answer 1

Company officer

Question 2

Who shall be allowed to use a saw at an emergency incident?

Answer 2

Only those members who have received proper instruction and demonstrate aptitude for using a power saw

Question 3

What shall be worn by all members operating a saw, as well as those members in close proximity (20 foot danger circle)?

Answer 3

full protective ensemble
with hearing and vision protection

Question 4

When operating a power saw, all clothing shall be?

Answer 4

close fitting and completely buttoned
prevent accident from moving belts, gears, chains or blades
portables radios shall be secured

Question 5

What shall Company officers incorporate into their periodic training with power saw?

Answer 5

Theory on operations
Various cutting situations
Saw being operated other than horizontal

Question 6

Who shall be notified anytime a power saw is being used on the foreground and what information shall be provided?

Answer 6

Incident command
Floor sector and quadrant

Question 7

How team of __ ff should perform cutting operations?

Answer 7

2
The ff operating the saw
The second ff is the guide

Question 8

The area that should ne maintained between the operating and members not involved in the cut is ?

Answer 8

20 foot danger circle

Question 9

Before putting the saw into operation, the plan should include?

Answer 9

Location and sequence of cuts and openings
Wind direction. Consider effect of the saw, exposure, and personnel
2 Means of egress

Question 10

What can be done to avoid cutting gas or electrical lines?

Answer 10

Terminate services early

Question 11

In suspected flammable or explosive atmospheres, saw should?

Answer 11

not be operated

Question 12

What could be used to shield combustible /flammable material as well as cover victims during saw operations?

Answer 12

Salvage covers

Question 13

What should you make sure of before operating the saw?

Answer 13

footing
Do not overextend or reach forward

Question 14

When are power saw operations safest?

Answer 14

Horizontal surfaces near ground level
Vertical surfaces near the waist

Question 15

What should be done whenever a saw is used on other than flat horizontal surfaces at foot level?

Answer 15

blade and chain guard should be adjusted and secured to protect the operator

Question 16

Because operating a power saw above chest height is extremely hazardous, it shall only be used?

Answer 16

under the direct supervision of a company officer
not a normal course of action

Question 17

What must be done when the operator is not actively cutting?

Answer 17

Safety Brake must be applied

Question 18

What must be done with power saws are unattended or need to be moved to a distant area for operation?

Answer 18

Shut it down

Question 19

What shall power saws be equipped with?

Answer 19

Strap/Safety Harness

Question 20

What shall be removed prior to beginning the cutting operation?

Answer 20

Carrying strap/safety Harness

Question 21

How shall power saws be carried?

Answer 21

engine stopped
power disconnected
muffler away from body
Rescue saws with blade frontward
chainsaws with guide bar and chain to the rear

Question 22

What should be done for operations with power saws on sharply pitched roofs?

Answer 22

Saw should be started on the ground
brake applied.
Do not transport if brake does not work

Question 23

T or F: It is recommended to use power saws from ground ladders

Answer 23

False: if there are alternatives use them

Question 24

Where should the guide be positioned?

Answer 24

to the rear and in physical contact with the operator

Question 25

How will communications be done when operating a power saw?

Answer 25

Slaps
1 slap = stop
2 slaps = go
3 slaps = stop saw

Question 26

When shall members inspect power saw carried on apparatus?

Answer 26

beginning of each shit
after each use

Question 27

What distance is to be maintained between the work area and refueling area?

Answer 27

10 Feet

Question 28

What are some safety regulations when necessary to refuel?

Answer 28

never refuel while engine is running
if spilled wipe before starting
fuel leak, remove from service
small enclosed space after refueling, do not restart