TB 99 RIVER RESCUE FIRST RESPONDER

Question 1

TB 99 RIVER RESCUE FIRST RESPONDER

The most alarming part of this statistic is the fact that up to _______ of these drownings are “would-be” rescuers.

Answer 1

one-third

Question 2

TB 99 RIVER RESCUE FIRST RESPONDER

We must remember that self-rescue is the priority.

Rescue of our teammates is second.

rescue of the victim is the final outcome.

Answer 2

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Question 3

TB 99 RIVER RESCUE FIRST RESPONDER

The victim shall then utilize a ferry angle (angling their body 45 degrees against the current with the head pointing toward the “target” river bank).

Answer 3

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Question 4

TB 99 RIVER RESCUE FIRST RESPONDER

Tension Diagonal

Although this may be performed with an inflated fire hose, increased results have been seen with tensioned lines.

just off the water

The tension diagonal is generally a rope which is tensioned across a channel at a downstream angle of no more than 45 degrees to the current flow or vector.

It should be emphasized that this need not be a high tension system. If the angle is set correctly a simple mechanical advantage system for tensioning is sufficient (i.e., 3:1 system, trucker’s hitch, etc.).

Answer 4

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Question 5

TB 99 RIVER RESCUE FIRST RESPONDER

Head Protection: Lightweight Helmets (Without fixed brims, should be self draining with chin strap.)

Floatation: Personal Floatation Devices, (P.F.D.’s) with a minimum rating of Class III/V

Footwear: Light Footwear Recommended, i.e., tennis shoes, wetsuit booties. ABSOLUTELY NO TURNOUT BOOTS

Thermal Protection: Lightweight Layering. ABSOLUTELY NO TURNOUT CLOTHING OR EMS SAFETY JACKETS

First Responders are limited to land based rescue options.

Answer 5

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Question 6

TB 99 RIVER RESCUE FIRST RESPONDER

Due to this hazard, specialized protective gear
is mandatory for rescuers in two cases:

l. In any position where an inadvertent action may cause a member to fall into the water (e.g., sloped banks of tapered channels).
2. In all cases where a member is WITHIN ___ FEET OF THE WATER.

Answer 6

10

Question 7

TB 99 RIVER RESCUE FIRST RESPONDER

Floatation: Personal Floatation Devices, (P.F.D.’s) with a minimum rating of Class III/V

Answer 7

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