Special Ops - Section 5

Question 1

when is expanded dispatch used

Answer 1

IC upgrades an initial attack of an incident to extended attack, major emergency

Question 2

what is the helispot size for a type 3 helicopter

Answer 2

75’, 15x15 pad

Question 3

what is the code for a violent incident (over the radio)

Answer 3

code 77

Question 4

what 4 incidents shall helmet and vest be worn

Answer 4

active shooter
civil unrest
riot
terrorist event

Question 5

how big of an approach/departure should there be when deciding a helispot

Answer 5

300’

Question 6

whats an “in-county” full hazmat response

Answer 6

hazmat company
3 engines
breathing support
BC

Question 7

where is the white strobe located in the helipad

Answer 7

5-8’ on the windward side

Question 8

whats the HMU

Answer 8

non-safety unit dedicated to regulatory actions, incident follow-up (office side)

Question 9

what are the water rescue core stations

Answer 9

11,12,14,17,18

Question 10

what is the HMTF response for out of county

Answer 10

1. E31
2. HM31
3. E30
4. E18
5. BS-18
6. LMP
7. BC

Question 11

whats a hazmat task force

Answer 11

HM31
BS18
utility

5 members are hazmat spec

Question 12

what is helispot sizefor a type 2 helicopter

Answer 12

90’, 20x20 pad

Question 13

what is part of the water rescue risk analysis

Answer 13

1. situational awareness
2. hazard ID
3. hazard controls
4. decision point
5. evaluation

Question 14

How many engines go to a code 77 incident?

Answer 14

3 engines

Question 15

what is a helispot size for a type 1 helo

Answer 15

110’, 30x30 pad

Question 16

Risk Analysis steps (5)

Answer 16

1. Situational awareness
2. Hazard ID
3. Hazard control
4. Decision Point
5. Evaluation