Travelling Underground Flashcards
Who leads the team when travelling underground?
The team captain
The captain leads during both advancement and retreat.
What position does the No. 5 member or vice-captain hold when travelling underground?
Final position, unless assisting with a loaded stretcher
This ensures the vice-captain is available for support.
What factors govern the rate of travel underground?
Practical considerations including:
* Visibility
* Obstructions to travel
* Mental and physical condition of team members
* Amount of oxygen in bottles
* Local conditions
These factors ensure safe and effective travel.
What must the rescue team do when travelling in unknown areas with limited visibility?
Link together by means of a lanyard or link line
This prevents separation and enhances safety.
What should team members carry in smoke to assist their travel?
Cap lamps in their hands and a probe stick
This helps to feel for obstructions and minimizes glare.
What is the proper procedure for the captain when passing through ventilation or fire doors?
The captain must:
* Halt the team and disconnect link line
* Examine the door for damage, air flow, heat, and position
* Check if anyone is behind it
* Open and hold the door
* Advance team through door
* Halt the team after the last member passes
* Leave the door as found
* Resume lead position and signal to advance
This ensures safety and proper ventilation management.
What do whistle signals communicate during team travel?
The code is:
* One whistle - Stop
* Two whistles - Advance
* Three whistles - Turnaround
* Four whistles - Emergency/attention
Whistle signals provide clear, non-verbal communication.
What should be done during rest breaks when carrying a casualty or heavy equipment in a stretcher?
Team members should shift two positions clockwise on the stretcher
Frequent rest breaks are necessary for safety and efficiency.
How must raising and lowering the stretcher be conducted?
By command
This ensures coordinated effort and safety while handling the stretcher.
What equipment may a team use to ensure maximum coverage of a drift in poor visibility?
Two probe sticks
One probe stick is used by the captain to follow one wall, while another is used by a team member for the opposite wall.
What is the purpose of using two probe sticks while carrying a stretcher?
To ensure maximum coverage of the width of a drift
This technique helps navigate safely in low visibility conditions.
What information must be marked at turnaround points?
Three vertical lines, Time, Date, Team number, Captain’s initials
This information is crucial for tracking the team’s progress and safety.
What action must be taken if a team proceeds past their established turnaround point?
The mark must be cancelled
This is to avoid confusion and ensure accurate navigation.
True or False: Radio communication can be used to identify a turnaround point if a distinctive landmark is present.
True
This allows teams to maintain communication and navigate effectively.
Fill in the blank: The captain uses one probe stick to follow the _______.
wall of his/her choice
This helps in maintaining a clear path while navigating.
