*TB 139- Air Management Policy Flashcards

1
Q

LAFD’s air management policy follows the recommendations set forth in what NFPA standard?

A

1404 Standard for Fire Service Respiratory Protection Training

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Q

Air management:

Supervisors and members share responsibility for and shall consider time needed for safe exit when objective is reached or SCBA air reserve is at ___% whichever occurs first.

A

50

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3
Q

Air management:

At a minimum, Company Commanders shall ensure all members participate in company based drills how often?

A

Quarterly

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4
Q

Air management:

When using a SCBA in an IDLH, careful thought and consideration must be given to personal experience, physical conditioning and experience of your ______.

A

Crew

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5
Q

True or false?

Activation of the low air alarm is an immediate action item for the individual and the crew to retreat to a safe area/non IDLH environment

A

True

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Q

Air management:

All members shall participate in proficiency testing at the company level with regard to proper donning, use and familiarity with SCBA. When is this done?

A

Annually in January

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7
Q

According to our Air Management policy:

When shall a member “on air” start to exit from an IDLH environment?

A

Before the low air alarm begins to sound

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