TB 159 FIRE DEPARTMENT RESPONSE TO SUICIDE JUMPERS

Question 1

TB 159 SUICIDE JUMPERS

If no subject is visualized, all resources shall continue through until it is ascertained conclusively that there is no suspect on scene.

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Question 2

TB 159 SUICIDE JUMPERS

Assign at least one SWAT officer to the Air Cushion Group to ensure effective communication between the tactical component, Crisis Negotiators, firefighters and officers who may be located above ground with the subject.

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Question 3

TB 159 SUICIDE JUMPERS

In instances where the fire department has arrived on scene first and has entered into dialogue with the subject, a transition to law enforcement officers or Crisis Negotiators should occur as soon as practicable.

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Question 4

TB 159 SUICIDE JUMPERS

The Rescue Group is configured to go to the subject’s location and stage.

The Air Cushion Group is configured to deploy Air Rescue Cushions.

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Question 5

TB 159 SUICIDE JUMPERS

Under no circumstances should firefighters attempt to enter into face-to-face dialogue with a person holding a weapon, believed to be armed, or holding hostages. These dynamics will ultimately result in a SWAT response.

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Question 6

TB 159 SUICIDE JUMPERS

If there are parked cars obstructing the best location to deploy the Air Rescue Cushion, attempt to locate the owners and have a firefighter or police officer move the vehicle(s).

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Question 7

TB 159 SUICIDE JUMPERS

For complex suicide jumper incidents that involve a significant commitment of LAFD resources, an Incident Action Plan (IAP) shall be developed.

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Question 8

Currently, there are (8) 70-foot and (4) 100-foot Air Rescue Cushions:

Location Rating
Light Force 2 70 feet
Light Force 26 70 feet
Light Force 27 70 feet
Light Force 37 70 feet
Light Force 60 70 feet
Light Force 64 70 feet
Light Force 85 70 feet
Light Force 94 70 feet
Light Force 10 100 feet
Light Force 20 100 feet
Light Force 88 100 feet
Light Force 95 100 feet

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8 - 70 ft

4 - 100 ft