WMFR SOPs

Question 1

SOP 101 change procedure
Where should proposals be submitted?

Answer 1

To dep chief of ops through chain of command

Question 2

SOP 101 change procedure
How should change be submitted?

Answer 2

As red line doc with suggested additions and deletions along with memo addressing need for change
chief of operations 

Question 3

SOP 102 Operational procedures
What is the definition of the community assistance portion of incident priorities?

Answer 3

Alleviate the loss and suffering due to emergency event

Question 4

SOP 110 Staging
What is the difference between level 1 and level 2 staging?

Answer 4

Level 1: Engine companies in direction of travel toward incident, at hydrants, in PPE and prepared to receive assignment
Level 2: In predesignated staging area; first arriving officer assumes role of staging area manager

Question 5

SOP 112 Lessons learned
When is a formal post-incident analysis required?

Answer 5

High-risk, low-frequency event or when IC determines there is a learning opportunity

Question 6

SOP 112 Lessons learned
How should lessons learned doc be formatted?

Answer 6

Outline format; if document is lengthy, include executive summary not exceeding 2 pages

Question 7

SOP 112 Lessons learned
Where should the lessons learned document be forwarded?

Answer 7

Training Division Chief for further distribution and posting

Question 8

SOP 200 Incident command principles
What incident command courses are required?

Answer 8

Uniformed members: ICS-100 and 200, IS-700 and 800
Civilian members: ICS-100 and 200

Question 9

SOP 202 Command staff
What are the 4 positions?

Answer 9

ISO, PIO, community relations/assistance, liaison officer

Question 10

SOP 202 Command staff
What are the essential duties of the ISO?

Answer 10

1) Safety
2) Accountability
3) RIT
4) Rehab
5) Perimeter

Question 11

SOP 202 Command staff
What are the responsibilities of the ISO?

Answer 11

1) Perform survey of scene and assess hazards, access/egress, and locations and activities of personnel
2) Anticipate and report hazardous or unsafe situations and activities
3) Monitor and communicate ongoing activities, progress and deterioration of incident scene
4) Alter, suspend or terminate any activity conflicting with WMFR risk management principles
5) Ensure personal accountability system is in place
6) Ensure RIT is in place and sufficient for incident
7) RIT group supervisor as necessary
8) Ensure rehab
9) Coordinate establishment of safety perimeter and public exclusion zone

Question 12

SOP 202 Command staff
Who is authorized to distribute information about the incident to public or media?

Answer 12

PIO

Question 13

SOP 202 Command staff
What are the 7 PIO responsibilities?

Answer 13

1) Coordinate with IC about appropriate info to release
2) Notify IC of media presence
3) Establish media info area as needed
4) Coordinate and conduct media briefings
5) Coordinate media movement within incident perimeter
6) Obtain info from media that may assist with incident planning
7) Obtain video and still images

Question 14

SOP 202 Command staff
Who assumes role of community relations/assistance?

Answer 14

PIO or designee subordinate to PIO

Question 15

SOP 202 Command staff
What are the duties for person in charge of community relations/assistance (which may be PIO or designee)?

Answer 15

1) Coordinate with victim’s assistance personnel
2) Provide telephone access
3) Provide shelter and comfort items
4) Identify where evacuees have been transported
5) Identify immediate medical/mental health needs
6) Determine location of valuables and necessities and coordinate their retrieval with IC
7) Coordinate walk-through of property (if approved by IC and fire investigator)

Question 16

SOP 202 Command staff
What is the role of the liaison officer?

Answer 16

Point of contact between IC and outside agencies

Question 17

SOP 206 General staff
What are the positions?

Answer 17

Operations
Planning
Logistics
Finance

Question 18

SOP 206 General staff
Who is responsible for all tactical operations connected with incident objectives?

Answer 18

Operations section chief

Question 19

SOP 206 General staff
What are the essential responsibilities of the OSC?

Answer 19

1) Tactics and strategy
2) Assign branches, divisions and groups if necessary
3) Maintain accountability
4) Establish level 2 staging

Question 20

SOP 206 General staff
What are the 9 responsibilities of the OSC?

Answer 20

1) Utilize risk management to decide appropriate strategy and tactics
2) Brief and assign personnel according to IAP
3) Coordinate resources to accomplish IAP
4) Maintain accountability
5) Establish Level 2 staging when necessary
6) Identify need for additional resources
7) Identify resources available for demob
8) Assign branches, divisions and groups
9) Report progress and needs to IC

Question 21

SOP 206 General staff
Who is responsible for collecting, evaluating, disseminating and using info about development of incident, status of resources and demobilization of resources?

Answer 21

Planning section chief (PSC)

Question 22

SOP 206 General staff
What are the 6 responsibilities of the PSC?

Answer 22

1) Collect and process info for use by incident personnel
2) Supervise preparation of IAP
3) Conduct operational briefings, planning meetings, and manage the planning process
4) Maintain status of resources assigned to incident
5) Maintain status of incident situation
6) Create, collect and maintain incident documentation and records

Question 23

SOP 206 General staff
Who is responsible for providing facilities, services and material in support of an incident?

Answer 23

Logistics section chief (LSC)

Question 24

SOP 206 General staff
What are the 2 essential duties of LSC?

Answer 24

1) All service and support needs (including forecasts and coordination with IC and finance section chief)
2) Provide input into communications, medical and traffic plans

Question 25

SOP 206 General staff What are the 6 responsibilities of the LSC?

Answer 25

1) Identify service and support needs for planned and expected operations 2) Review IAP and forecast expected needs for next operational period 3) Advise command and general staff regarding current service and support capabilities 4) Coordinate and process requests for resources in support of incident 5) Provide input into communications, medical and traffic plans 6) Coordinate with IC and finance section chief to ensure fiscal coordination and accountability

Question 26

SOP 206 General staff Who is responsible for all financial, administrative and cost analysis aspects of an incident?

Answer 26

Financial section chief (FSC) Uncommon position to fill but consider doing so if incident requires mutual aid resources beyond first operational period, outside vendor support or is subject to cost share agreements.

Question 27

SOP 206 General staff What are the 4 responsibilities of the FSC?

Answer 27

1) Managing and tracking all fiscal aspects of incident 2) Providing cost analysis as requested 3) Ensuring time records for equipment and personnel are maintained 4) Review contracts, mutual aid agreements, memoranda of understanding and cooperative agreements for incident impact and application

Question 28

SOP 211 Divisions and groups How are divisions typically named?

Answer 28

Alphabetic when distributed horizontally; numeric when distributed vertically

Question 29

SOP 212 Radio reports What are the 5 radio reports typically used by WMFR?

Answer 29

IRR FRR CAN Command transfers Change in strategy (FICCC)

Question 30

SOP 212 Radio reports What are the 9 minimum elements of IRR on fire alarms or structure fires?

Answer 30

1) Address/location if different than dispatched 2) Building size 3) Building height 4) Type of occupancy 5) Event - conditions (nothing showing, smoke showing, working fire, defensive conditions) and location of problem 6) Command option (investigation, fast-attack, or command post and location) 7) Strategy (offensive, defensive, or defensive on fire unit and offensive on exposures) 8) IAP/resource assignment 9) Resource determination

Question 31

SOP 212 Radio reports What should be included in the FRR?

Answer 31

Findings of 360 - immediate rescues, fire conditions, presence/absence of basement, changes in IAP, accountability location, confirmation/change of incident priority and immediate safety concerns (e.g., power lines)

Question 32

SOP 212 Radio reports For a transfer of command, what should be communicated by transferring officer?

Answer 32

Situation status Current assignments and actions Tactical needs

Question 33

SOP 212 Radio reports During a transfer of command, what should officer receiving command communicate?

Answer 33

Acknowledgment of information received Confirmation that command accepted Announce strategy Advise dispatch that command transferred

Question 34

SOP 212 Radio reports What should IC communicate to dispatch during incident?

Answer 34

Change in declared strategy Incident benchmarks

Question 35

SOP 213 Command options Where should subsequent arriving units locate in investigative mode?

Answer 35

Level 1 staging

Question 36

SOP 213 Command options When in fast-attack mode for rescue or incident stabilization, if incident not stabilizing quickly, what should be done?

Answer 36

Command transfer

Question 37

SOP 214 Benchmarks What are the 5 benchmarks to be achieved and communicated to dispatch?

Answer 37

1) All clear 2) Water on fire 3) Fire under control 4) Loss stopped 5) Community assistance

Question 38

SOP 214 Benchmarks What is an all clear?

Answer 38

Primary search complete or high degree of confidence that no one in affected structure

Question 39

SOP 214 Benchmarks How does "water on fire" benchmark assist IC?

Answer 39

Decisions regarding flow path, coordinated tactical ventilation and search

Question 40

SOP 214 Benchmarks What does "fire under control" communicate?

Answer 40

Fire or hazard confined and controlled and salvage/overhaul underway.

Question 41

SOP 214 Benchmarks What is "loss stopped"?

Answer 41

No further damage due to fire/hazard, firefighting efforts or overhaul.

Question 42

SOP 214 Benchmarks What does the "community assistance addressed" benchmark entail?

Answer 42

Affected citizens' needs have either been assisted directly by WMFR or referred to outside agency/group for assistance

Question 43

SOP 217 Threat liaison officer What is the responsibility of the TLO?

Answer 43

Coordinating terrorist and other criminal intelligence info through Colorado Information Analysis Center (CIAC) and local law enforcement partners.

Question 44

SOP 217 Threat liaison officer What is the multi-agency fusion center created to help prevent terrorism incidents in CO?

Answer 44

Colorado Information Analysis Center (CIAC)

Question 45

SOP 217 Threat liaison officer What does the Unclassified/For Official Use Only (U/FOUO) designation mean?

Answer 45

Sensitive but unclassified information which warrants protection and control that meets the criteria for exemption from public disclosure under the Privacy Act, and state and federal Freedom of Information Acts.

Question 46

SOP 217 Threat liaison officer What can the disclosure of FOUO affect?

Answer 46

A person's privacy or welfare, the conduct of federal programs, or other programs or operations essential to national interest.

Question 47

SOP 217 Threat liaison officer What does the Unclassified/Law Enforcement Sensitive (U/LES) designation mean?

Answer 47

Sensitive but unclassified information that is intended for law enforcement personnel only.

Question 48

SOP 217 Threat liaison officer Who appoints the TLO?

Answer 48

Fire chief

Question 49

SOP 217 Threat liaison officer What is the scope of the TLO?

Answer 49

Local and global

Question 50

SOP 217 Threat liaison officer What are examples of suspicious events or activities involving WMFR that should be reported to the TLO?

Answer 50

Lost or stolen keys, identification, uniforms, communications equipment, or specialized equipment. Surveillance or photographing WMFR personnel, equipment or facilities. Threats made against WMFR or its members. Inquiries regarding District security measures or emergency procedures. Threats involving sensitive or controversial community facilities.

Question 51

SOP 217 Threat liaison officer If an incident occurs that requires law enforcement, should the TLO be notified first?

Answer 51

No. Inform LE first then TLO.

Question 52

SOP 217 Threat liaison officer Does the TLO inform all WMFR personnel of criminal or terrorism related intelligence?

Answer 52

No, only those with "need-to-know"

Question 53

SOP 217 Threat liaison officer What directives must be followed when handling U/FOUO or U/LES documents?

Answer 53

1) Not to be released to media, public or those without "need-to-know" 2) Only sent on official email address (not personal) 3) Not disseminated in any manner - orally, visually or electronically - to unauthorized personnel

Question 54

SOP 217 Threat liaison officer When unattended, how should FOUO or LES materials be stored?

Answer 54

Locked file cabinet (or any locked compartment) or in an area with sufficient physical access control

Question 55

SOP 217 Threat liaison officer What should be done with FOUO and LES material when no longer needed?

Answer 55

Destroyed

Question 56

SOP 301 Accountability What's the minimum number of personnel that can work within a hazard zone?

Answer 56

2

Question 57

SOP 301 Accountability How shall team members in hazard zone remain in contact?

Answer 57

Touch, voice or vision

Question 58

SOP 301 Accountability Where should a company's primary passports be placed on an incident?

Answer 58

Company officer should place them on Velcro strip inside engineer's compartment door. IC will ensure they are collected and delivered to ICP.

Question 59

SOP 301 Accountability What is the purpose of the secondary passport?

Answer 59

Utilized by division/group supervisor. May also be used by staging and rehab.

Question 60

SOP 301 Accountability What is the purpose of the riding passport?

Answer 60

Remain on apparatus in the event that no other passport can be located

Question 61

SOP 301 Accountability Who's responsibility is it to provide a passport if personnel are reassigned to another crew?

Answer 61

The individual's

Question 62

SOP 301 Accountability Where should the remaining 3 passport tags be placed?

Answer 62

Underside of helmet

Question 63

SOP 303 Personal protective equipment When should bunkers, hoods, gloves and SCBA be worn?

Answer 63

Structural firefighting tasks including vertical vent Vehicle, dumpster and trash fires Fire alarms Hazmat incidents (at a minimum)

Question 64

SOP 304 Self-contained breathing apparatus What should be carried when on SCBA?

Answer 64

Self-rescue rope bag

Question 65

SOP 304 Self-contained breathing apparatus When can SCBA use be discontinued at a fire incident?

Answer 65

When CO level less than 35 ppm and IC has authorized

Question 66

SOP 304 Self-contained breathing apparatus What are the 7 atmospheric conditions that necessitate use of SCBA?

Answer 66

1) Oxygen < 19.5% or > 23.5% 2) Below grade or confined space and unknown IDLH 3) Possibility for LEL greater than 10% 4) CO level above 35 ppm 5) Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) above 25 ppm 6) Hydrogen Cyanide (HCN) above 10 ppm 7) Volatile organic compound above 10 ppm

Question 67

SOP 305 Withdrawal and abandonment What are the similarities and differences between the two?

Answer 67

Both require PAR after exiting operating area. Withdrawal - ordered by IC, bring hose and tools out Abandonment - ordered by IC, SaM or division/group supervisor and followed by 3 sets of 3 continuous air horn blasts, leave hose and tools unless removal will not hinder abandonment

Question 68

SOP 306 Personnel accountability report Under what 6 circumstances shall an IC order a PAR?

Answer 68

1) Change in strategy 2) Report of a lost, missing or trapped firefighter 3) Hazardous event (e.g., collapse, flashover or water supply failure) 4) Change in comm plan 5) Every 30 minutes 6) Anytime IC deems necessary (CCTHEA)

Question 69

SOP 306 Personnel accountability report What should company officer confirm on a PAR?

Answer 69

Unit, number of members, location

Question 70

SOP 307 Mayday What are examples of mayday circumstances?

Answer 70

Entrapment, entanglement, inability to exit IDLH, loss of air supply, fall through roof or floor, entrapment in area that has undergone collapse, flashover or backdraft.

Question 71

SOP 307 Mayday What should affected member do to assist in rescue?

Answer 71

Activate PASS device (after airing mayday) Use air conservation practices Monitor remaining air levels in own and other crew members Utilize EBSS as needed Turn on flashlight Attempt self-rescue Locate other means of egress

Question 72

SOP 308 Two-in/two out What is function of two-out crew on initial fire attack?

Answer 72

Initial RIT (IRIT) for two-in

Question 73

SOP 308 Two-in/two out Under what conditions can initial IC deviate from two-in/two out?

Answer 73

1) Imminent life threat where immediate action will prevent loss of life or serious injury 2) Fire in incipient phase where immediate action will stabilize incident 3) Fire involving vehicles, dumpsters, refuse or vegetation

Question 74

SOP 309 Rapid intervention and firefighter safety/survival (reference) What tools should be assembled by RIT?

Answer 74

Fast bag, irons, TIC, search rope bag, RIT bag

Question 75

SOP 309 Rapid intervention and firefighter safety/survival (reference) What should RIT focus on during 360 and size-up?

Answer 75

Access/egress Personnel locations (current and future) Building and fire conditions Potential need for specialized tools or resources

Question 76

SOP 309 Rapid intervention and firefighter safety/survival (reference) What are the entry/search benchmarks to be reported to RIT group supervisor?

Answer 76

1) RIT entry and location 2) RIT location updates

Question 77

SOP 309 Rapid intervention and firefighter safety/survival (reference) What are the benchmarks to be reported to RIT group supervisor once ff is found?

Answer 77

1) FF located 2) Air supply secured 3) Packaging complete

Question 78

SOP 309 Rapid intervention and firefighter safety/survival (reference) What are the removal benchmarks to be reported to RIT group supervisor?

Answer 78

1) Removal in progress toward specific egress 2) FF and RIT out of building with PAR

Question 79

SOP 309 Rapid intervention and firefighter safety/survival What is the minimum number of personnel in RIT?

Answer 79

3 (combining medic with engine company is appropriate)

Question 80

SOP 309 Rapid intervention and firefighter safety/survival With whom should RIT group supervisor confer once he receives this assignment?

Answer 80

IC or relevant division supervisor about IAP

Question 81

SOP 309 Rapid intervention and firefighter safety/survival Where should RIT personnel be located?

Answer 81

3 corners of structure

Question 82

SOP 309 Rapid intervention and firefighter safety/survival Should RIT be reassigned?

Answer 82

Yes, to second-due tower company if not needed for tactical considerations.

Question 83

SOP 309 Rapid intervention and firefighter safety/survival Who should be assigned RIT supervisor in the event of a MAYDAY or other known emergency?

Answer 83

Chief or SaM typically but consider other subject matter expert on scene

Question 84

SOP 309 Rapid intervention and firefighter safety/survival Besides assigning a RIT group supervisor, what else should IC do upon RIT activation?

Answer 84

Call for additional alarm plus specialized resources Consider moving original incident to another radio channel

Question 85

SOP 310 Emergency vehicle operations What certification is required to operate any type 1 or III engine and the tactical tender?

Answer 85

CMCB Driver-Operator Pumper

Question 86

SOP 310 Emergency vehicle operations What 2 conditions preclude us from having to put pts in safety restraint devices (including shoulder straps)?

Answer 86

Pt's injuries Barrier to pt care

Question 87

SOP 310 Emergency vehicle operations Under what 4 circumstances must vehicle operator bring vehicle to a complete stop?

Answer 87

1) Controlled intersection with stop light or yellow or red traffic signal 2) Uncontrolled railroad crossing 3) Stopped school bus with flashing warning lights 4) As directed by any law enforcement officer

Question 88

SOP 310 Emergency vehicle operations When and how should a backer be used?

Answer 88

Whenever available. At the rear of the vehicle, where he can be clearly seen by driver and in a location that helps avoid greatest hazard.

Question 89

SOP 310 Emergency vehicle operations What shall driver do before backing?

Answer 89

Roll down driver window and remove hearing pro.

Question 90

SOP 310 Emergency vehicle operations What should driver do if no backer is available?

Answer 90

First walk around vehicle and ensure no obstructions behind vehicle or in intended path of travel.

Question 91

SOP 310 Emergency vehicle operations What is the only circumstance in which a member can be on apparatus but outside cab when vehicle is moving?

Answer 91

Loading hose

Question 92

SOP 310 Emergency vehicle operations What are the conditions for member being in hosebed loading hose while vehicle is moving?

Answer 92

1) Safety observer present who has visual and voice contact with driver 2) Vehicle moves forward at a speed less than 5mph 3) Member shall not stand (only sit or kneel)

Question 93

SOP 311 Highway incident scene protection How should traffic safety unit be positioned?

Answer 93

1) Approximately 1 lane wider than incident 2) Wheels pointed in a direction that will cause it to travel away from scene if hit

Question 94

SOP 312 Rehabilitation When should personnel perform self-rehab?

Answer 94

After depletion of one SCBA bottle or 20 min of physical labor without SCBA.

Question 95

SOP 312 Rehabilitation What does self-rehab consist of?

Answer 95

Rehydration for at least 10 min

Question 96

SOP 312 Rehabilitation When should formal rehab be performed?

Answer 96

Depletion of 2 bottles, 40 min of physical labor without SCBA or depletion of 1 bottle in encapsulating chemical protective suit

Question 97

SOP 312 Rehabilitation What does formal rehab consist of?

Answer 97

20 min of rest, hydration, nourishment, cool-down and medical eval

Question 98

SOP 312 Rehabilitation What are the vitals limits for HR and temp?

Answer 98

If HR greater than 110 and temp greater than 100.6F, ff shall not leave rehab except for further medical attention. If HR greater than 100 but temp lower than 100.6F, extend rehab

Question 99

SOP 312 Rehabilitation What are the vitals limits for BP?

Answer 99

BP must be below 160 sys and 100 dia before release from rehab

Question 100

SOP 312 Rehabilitation What are the vitals limits for pulse ox?

Answer 100

Between 95 and 100 after 20 min of rehab. If below 95 after 20 min, extend rehab

Question 101

SOP 313 Safety isolation zones What does yellow "Fire line - do not cross" indicate?

Answer 101

Closed to public and non-essential personnel. May only enter if approved by IC and escorted by uniformed member.

Question 102

SOP 313 Safety isolation zones What does red and white striped flagging indicate?

Answer 102

Closed to everyone due to hazards like collapse or fall hazards.

Question 103

SOP 314 Rule of air management (ROAM) What defines a hazardous atmosphere?

Answer 103

Atmosphere which is or may be oxygen deficient or contains or may contain a toxic or disease producing contaminant.

Question 104

SOP 314 Rule of air management (ROAM) What is the point of no return?

Answer 104

The point at which team becomes part of problem

Question 105

SOP 314 Rule of air management (ROAM) What should be done when anyone reaches 50% air?

Answer 105

Officer or team lead notifies operational supervisor

Question 106

SOP 314 Rule of air management (ROAM) When should personnel plan to exit hazardous area?

Answer 106

Prior to Vibralert activation

Question 107

SOP 314 Rule of air management (ROAM) What should be done if crew has not exited before Vibralert activation?

Answer 107

Officer or team lead reports Vibralert activation to operational supervisor and advises of unit, location and estimate of time to exit.

Question 108

SOP 314 Rule of air management (ROAM) What happens if Vibralert activation without radio report?

Answer 108

It will be considered a MAYDAY emergency

Question 109

SOP 316 Gas monitor use In what 8 circumstances should gas monitors be used?

Answer 109

1) Confined space 2) Trench 3) CO incidents 4) Hazmat incidents 5) Flammable gas leak 6) MCIs that may be the result of gas or vapor release 7) Structure fire overhauls 8) Unknown medicals involving N/V, headache, dizziness, LOC or confusion

Question 110

SOP 316 Gas monitor use How often should RKI gas monitors be service tested?

Answer 110

Quarterly by qualified RKI service technician

Question 111

SOP 316 Gas monitor use When should RKI monitors be fresh air calibrated?

Answer 111

Once every shift and prior to entering potentially IDLH environment

Question 112

SOP 316 Gas monitor use How often should RKI monitors be calibrated?

Answer 112

Every 90 days by RKI qualified service technician

Question 113

SOP 401 Rescue What 4 things should IC consider when planning a rescue?

Answer 113

1) Evacuation status 2) Number, location and condition of victims 3) Potential effect of fire on victims 4) Personnel capability to enter structure to affect rescue, protect victims in place or control fire

Question 114

SOP 401 Rescue How should rescues be prioritized?

Answer 114

Most threatened Most number Remainder of structure Exposures

Question 115

SOP 402 Search How many personnel are required for a large area search?

Answer 115

4

Question 116

SOP 402 Search What shall be used with large area searches?

Answer 116

Rope or hoseline (staffed hoseline required when fire is not confined or location unknown)

Question 117

SOP 402 Search In a complex structure with multiple rooms, how do we indicate that a primary search is underway?

Answer 117

Rubber doorknob hanger attached to both inner and outer doorknob OR Single "/" on outside of door

Question 118

SOP 402 Search In a complex structure with multiple rooms, how do we indicate that a primary search is partially complete?

Answer 118

Doorknob hanger attached by one hole to outside doorknob

Question 119

SOP 402 Search In a complex structure with multiple rooms, how do we indicate that a primary search is complete?

Answer 119

Doorknob hanger attached by both holes to outside doorknob OR "X" on outside of door

Question 120

SOP 402 Search In a complex structure with multiple rooms, how do we indicate that a secondary search is complete?

Answer 120

"X" with circle around it on outside of door

Question 121

SOP 403 Offensive extinguishment What is the minimum flow on a structure fire?

Answer 121

150 gpm hose line 300 gpm available

Question 122

SOP 405 Defensive extinguishment When should a defensive attack be established?

Answer 122

When the risk to responders outweighs benefit of offensive attack

Question 123

SOP 405 Defensive extinguishment If a defensive attack is established by first arriving engine company officer, what shall first arriving engine do?

Answer 123

Establish water supply with 5-in hose

Question 124

SOP 405 Defensive extinguishment What should IC and later arriving units do?

Answer 124

IC should identify alternate water supplies Later arriving units should establish water supplies with these alternate sources

Question 125

SOP 405 Defensive extinguishment What 3 things should IC do when there's a shift from offensive to defensive?

Answer 125

1) Order all personnel operating interior to abandon or withdraw 2) Conduct a PAR 3) Evaluate adequacy of water supply

Question 126

SOP 407 Ventilation What 3 ventilation tactics are supported by WMFR?

Answer 126

1) Coordinated vertical 2) Coordinated horizontal 3) Coordinated positive pressure (not to be a fire attack strategy)

Question 127

SOP 407 Ventilation What is considered a ventilation point?

Answer 127

The fire attack entry point

Question 128

SOP 407 Ventilation What 7 size-up factors should be evaluated when considering ventilation?

Answer 128

1) Supports IAP 2) Risk/benefit analysis 3) Location and degree of fire involvement 4) Location of firefighters and occupants 5) Building construction 6) Exposures 7) Environmental conditions (e.g., wind)

Question 129

SOP 407 Ventilation What is member in charge of vertical ventilation responsible for?

Answer 129

1) Roof size up 2) Coordination with attack crew

Question 130

SOP 407 Ventilation What should be established before vertical ventilation?

Answer 130

Secondary means of egress

Question 131

SOP 407 Ventilation What is an example of a defensive vertical ventilation tactic?

Answer 131

Trench cut

Question 132

SOP 407 Ventilation What does a trench cut tactic indicate?

Answer 132

Change in incident strategy to be coordinated with IC.

Question 133

SOP 407 Ventilation What must support a trench cut?

Answer 133

Coordinated fire attack.

Question 134

SOP 409 Forced entry What should be worn during forcible entry?

Answer 134

Full turnouts, gloves and eye pro

Question 135

SOP 409 Forced entry What should be done if crew can see or communicate with pt who is incapacitated?

Answer 135

1) Notify Jeffcom 2) Ask for LE 3) Force entry

Question 136

SOP 409 Forced entry What should be done if crew cannot see or communicate with anyone inside?

Answer 136

1) Contact Jeffcom and confirm address and ask for callback 2) Ask for LE 3) Wait for LE to force entry (if reasonable cause to gain access)

Question 137

SOP 409 Forced entry At non-ems calls, what are the circumstances which warrant forcible entry?

Answer 137

1) Smoke or fire 2) Water leaking under doors which may indicate broken pipes or sprinkler activation 3) Presence of hazardous material that could result in injury or property damage 4) Structure protection on vacant structure during wildland incident

Question 138

SOP 409 Forced entry Is forcible entry permitted when dispatched for fire alarm when there are no signs of smoke, fire, etc.?

Answer 138

No

Question 139

SOP 409 Forced entry What should be done after forcing entry in secured structure?

Answer 139

Re-secure or turn over to a responsible individual

Question 140

SOP 410 Water supply for sprinklers and standpipe equipped buildings Where should second due engine stage on reported fire, smoke investigation or fire alarm in a building with sprinklers or standpipes?

Answer 140

FDC

Question 141

SOP 410 Water supply for sprinklers and standpipe equipped buildings What should be done when sprinkler or standpipe system is charged?

Answer 141

Notify IC

Question 142

SOP 410 Water supply for sprinklers and standpipe equipped buildings To what pressure should sprinkler systems be charged?

Answer 142

150 psi with transfer valve set to volume

Question 143

SOP 411 Water supply for relay operations What are the 2 modes fire apparatus can be in for relay operations?

Answer 143

1) Waterous pumps (2 stage pump) in volume 2) PUC pumps (single stage pump) in RPM mode unless otherwise directed by IC or operator of attack engine

Question 144

SOP 411 Water supply for relay operations What fire apparatus should be at the water source when pumping from a static draft water source?

Answer 144

Largest capacity fire apparatus

Question 145

SOP 411 Water supply for relay operations What is the order of charging apparatus?

Answer 145

Source pumper to attack pumper. Cessation of relay operation done in reverse order.

Question 146

SOP 411 Water supply for relay operations Which apparatus controls the relay operations?

Answer 146

Attack pumper. Intent is the balance the discharge pressures and engine speeds of all apparatus. Once balanced, only attack and source pumpers need to adjust pressure.

Question 147

SOP 411 Water supply for relay operations What discharge pressure should not be exceeded by any apparatus?

Answer 147

185 psi

Question 148

SOP 411 Water supply for relay operations What minimum income residual pressure should be maintained by each apparatus?

Answer 148

20 psi

Question 149

SOP 411 Water supply for relay operations What should be maintained in case of supply interruption or failure?

Answer 149

Keep apparatus tanks full

Question 150

SOP 412 Vehicle fire What is the minimum size attack line for vehicle fire?

Answer 150

1 3/4

Question 151

SOP 412 Vehicle fire Who is responsible for handling contaminated runoff?

Answer 151

IC who should order resources and report if necessary

Question 152

SOP 413 High rise fire What is the minimum size and capacity of hose line on a high rise fire?

Answer 152

2.5 in with 265 gpm

Question 153

SOP 413 High rise fire Who establishes lobby control?

Answer 153

Second due unit

Question 154

SOP 413 High rise fire What are the 8 responsibilities of lobby control?

Answer 154

1) Establish water supply 2) Support sprinkler and standpipe systems 3) Access fire control room and fire alarm panel 4) Gain control of elevators 5) Gain control or shut down HVAC systems 6) Establish building entry and exit control points 7) Establish stairway control 8) Institute accountability system

Question 155

SOP 413 High rise fire Where should staging be located?

Answer 155

2 floors below fire in an open area away from stairwell

Question 156

SOP 414 Fire investigation Who has the responsibility to provide for origin and cause determination at fires or explosions?

Answer 156

IC

Question 157

SOP 414 Fire investigation To what types of incidents will investigator be dispatched?

Answer 157

1) Fire or explosion where anyone is injured or killed 2) Fire or explosion that is complex enough to require additional investigative resources 3) Fire or explosion where cause cannot be determined by IC or it may be result of intentional act 4) Wildland fire, dumpster fire or other misc fire or explosion intentionally caused and viable suspect info available 5) Malicious fire alarm with available suspect info such as name, address or DOB 6) Tampering with fire detection or suppression system

Question 158

SOP 414 Fire investigation To what types of incidents will investigator be dispatched?

Answer 158

1) Injury or death 2) Complexity 3) Undeterminable cause 4) Intentional + suspect 5) Malicious fire alarm + suspect 6) Tampering with fire detection or suppression system

Question 159

SOP 414 Fire investigation What is IC responsible for if he cancels investigator?

Answer 159

1) Scene and evidence preservation 2) Victim and witness statement collection 3) Documentation (NFIRS)

Question 160

SOP 414 Fire investigation If fire investigator does investigation, what should IC put in applicable fields under the "All Fires" tabs?

Answer 160

"Under investigation" then investigator completes the NFIRS Investigation Report or Supplemental Report

Question 161

SOP 414 Fire investigation What is responsibility of IC if a juvenile under the age of 10 is involved in fire setting activities?

Answer 161

Complete the Juvenile Fire Setter Referral form and forward to investigator

Question 162

SOP 415 Fire watch What must IC do when a detection or protection system is not operable (or both in buildings with both).

Answer 162

Complete a fire code violation in mobile eyes Initiate fire watch Notify Life Safety by email (notify on-duty investigator if Life Safety will not receive email for several days)

Question 163

SOP 415 Fire watch What are the procedures for fire watch?

Answer 163

Minimum of one person (depending on size and situation) Constant inspections (1 round every hour is ok) Documentation of inspection in fire watch hourly log in systems logbook

Question 164

SOP 415 Fire watch What is required in NFIRS when fire watch is initiated?

Answer 164

Name, address and phone number of person(s) responsible for fire watch (verified by driver's license)

Question 165

SOP 415 Fire watch What should be done when fire watch is necessary when an extreme life safety hazard exists (e.g., special event, overcrowded hotel)?

Answer 165

Notify Life Safety and Fire Investigations who will assume responsibility to enforce fire watch

Question 166

SOP 416 Residential fire alarms What shall be done if unable to reset fire alarm control panel?

Answer 166

Notify Jeffcom to contact fire alarm monitoring company to advise of status of fire alarm panel

Question 167

SOP 416 Residential fire alarms What shall be done if occupancy cannot be secured upon completion of incident and homeowner not available?

Answer 167

Contact Jeffcom to dispatch LE Complete and leave the Residential Fire Alarm Letter Document in NFIRS

Question 168

SOP 416 Residential fire alarms What should be done when responding to the same residence with the same false signal in the previous 24 hours?

Answer 168

Do not reset system Have Jeffcom contact monitoring company and advise that system is not in functional condition Include details in NFIRS narrative

Question 169

SOP 419 Commercial fire alarms What should be done if cause of fire alarm is somewhere other than the location indicated on fire alarm control panel?

Answer 169

Check entire premises

Question 170

SOP 419 Commercial fire alarms What should be done when responding to the same residence with the same false signal in the previous 24 hours?

Answer 170

Do not reset system Have Jeffcom contact monitoring company and advise that system is not in functional condition Issue a fire code violation in mobile eyes Include details in NFIRS narrative

Question 171

SOP 420 Flammable vapor emergencies What are 4 size-up considerations?

Answer 171

1) Recognition/identification of escaping flammable vapor 2) Stage away from where vapors are collecting, preferably upwind 3) Create a hot zone 4) Establish command, consider evacuation profile, fire load, and needed water/resources

Question 172

SOP 420 Flammable vapor emergencies When is situation considered stable?

Answer 172

LEL reading drops below 10%

Question 173

SOP 420 Flammable vapor emergencies What are the vapor densities, LEL, and UEL for methane and propane?

Answer 173

Methane: 0.6, LEL 3.8%, UEL 17% Propane: 1.5, LEL 2.1%, UEL 9.5%

Question 174

SOP 420 Flammable vapor emergencies What size hoselines should be staffed for exterior operations when Excel is mitigating the source?

Answer 174

1.75 for residential feeder lines 2.5 for commercial feeder lines (Also secure water source)

Question 175

SOP 420 Flammable vapor emergencies What should be done if scene time exceeds 60 minutes?

Answer 175

IC should document in NFIRS contact info for all parties on scene

Question 176

SOP 500 Wildland fire What should be included in IRR?

Answer 176

Incident location Estimated size (small < 1 acre; large > 1 acre) Fuel type Fire conditions

Question 177

SOP 500 Wildland fire What should be ordered for bigger incidents?

Answer 177

Type 1 or brush trucks in strike teams Command support team Full Wildland team activation

Question 178

SOP 500 Wildland fire What are the firefighter safety elements?

Answer 178

Risk assessment process Look up, look down, look around Standard firefighting orders Watch out situations LCES Full wildland PPE including shelter

Question 179

SOP 500 Wildland fire What is entailed in incident stabilization?

Answer 179

1) Contain perimeter (containment objective) 2) Control movement of fire toward higher risk areas (Control objective) 3) Defend property (Structure defense) 4) Mop-up of entire fire area (Mop-up objective)

Question 180

SOP 500 Wildland fire What is entailed in incident stabilization?

Answer 180

1) Containment 2) Control 3) Structure defense 4) Mop-up objective

Question 181

SOP 500 Wildland fire What is the flame height limit for hand tools?

Answer 181

4 feet

Question 182

SOP 500 Wildland fire What are the 3 strategies endorsed by the District?

Answer 182

Offensive Defensive Structure protection

Question 183

SOP 500 Wildland fire What are the 9 offensive strategy tactics?

Answer 183

Anchor, flank and pinch (attack hottest flank) Pincer (both flanks) Tandem (one flank, leapfrog) Envelopment (multiple anchor points) Parallel (usually with burning out or burning unburned fingers along fire's edge) Mobile attack (from black with pump and roll and hand tools) Construct hand line Progressive attack (with blue and black bags) Stationary (with red wildland bags)

Question 184

SOP 500 Wildland fire What are the 9 offensive strategy tactics?

Answer 184

Anchor, flank and pinch Pincer Tandem Envelopment Parallel Mobile Hand line Progressive Stationary

Question 185

SOP 500 Wildland fire What does a defensive strategy entail?

Answer 185

Indirect attack

Question 186

SOP 500 Wildland fire What are the advantages of an indirect attack?

Answer 186

Less exposure to heat/flame/smoke Use of natural fire barriers Reduces slopover Reduces irregularity of fire line

Question 187

SOP 500 Wildland fire What are the 2 types of firing operations?

Answer 187

1) Back firing 2) Burning out

Question 188

SOP 500 Wildland fire What are the 4 structure triage categories?

Answer 188

1) Defensible stand alone - safety zone that needs little assistance during fire front contact 2) Defensible prep and hold - sufficient safety zone 3) Non-defensible prep and leave - no safety zone 4) Non-defensible rescue drive-by

Question 189

SOP 500 Wildland fire What are the 4 structure triage categories?

Answer 189

1) Defensible stand alone 2) Defensible prep and hold 3) Non-defensible prep and leave 4) Non-defensible rescue drive-by

Question 190

SOP 500 Wildland fire How should one decide on structure protection tactics?

Answer 190

Number of structures Number of structures in each triage category Resources available Time until fire front impact Fire behavior

Question 191

SOP 500 Wildland fire What are the 4 structure protection tactics?

Answer 191

1) Rapid mitigation - remove combustibles, construct line 2) Bump and run - extinguish spot fires and defend structures 3) Fire containment/control - direct attack with red bags 4) Patrol following fire front - searching for victims, perimeter control, hot spotting and ember control

Question 192

SOP 500 Wildland fire What are the 4 structure protection tactics?

Answer 192

1) Rapid mitigation 2) Bump and run 3) Fire containment/control 4) Patrol following fire front

Question 193

SOP 500 Wildland fire What are the VHF channels?

Answer 193

VRedSW - south of I-70 VRedNW - north of I-70 VFire21 - secondary option VFire22 - tertiary option and Douglas County air ops primary

Question 194

SOP 500 Wildland fire Should patching 800mhz and VHF be done?

Answer 194

No, if at all possible.

Question 195

SOP 500 Wildland fire What are the 3 uses of air support?

Answer 195

1) Reconnaissance (MMA - multi-mission aircraft) (can be ordered through Division of Fire Prevention and Control - DFPC) 2) Slow the fire spread 3) Protect values at risk

Question 196

SOP 500 Wildland fire How should helicopter or SEAT support be ordered?

Answer 196

Jeffcom which will order from Office of Emergency Management

Question 197

SOP 500 Wildland fire What are the 6 pieces of information IC should provide when ordering air support?

Answer 197

1) Incident name 2) Description of location in lat/long (degrees/decimal minutes) 3) Ground contact 4) Specific resource being ordered 5) Values at risk 6) Hazards in the area (e.g., power lines, towers, wind)

Question 198

SOP 501 Hazardous materials incidents What should IC do regarding command post?

Answer 198

Uphill and upwind

Question 199

SOP 501 Hazardous materials incidents What isolation zone should be established?

Answer 199

330ft radius. Control all ignition sources in hot zone.

Question 200

SOP 501 Hazardous materials incidents What should be done if solid, liquid or gas is unknown?

Answer 200

Attempt to identify with binoculars, drone or business/property owner.

Question 201

SOP 501 Hazardous materials incidents What types of resources should IC consider?

Answer 201

Hazmat response, Excel, property owner and drone

Question 202

SOP 501 Hazardous materials incidents What should IC do with people and exposures?

Answer 202

Account for all exposures. Evacuate or protect in place.

Question 203

SOP 501 Hazardous materials incidents What should IC do regarding those who have been exposed?

Answer 203

Set up emergency decon

Question 204

SOP 501 Hazardous materials incidents How should IC determine rescue or recovery?

Answer 204

Rescue - reliable witness information or line-of-site rescue for viable victims unable to self-rescue Recovery - no reliable information and high likelihood that rescue efforts will be unsuccessful

Question 205

SOP 501 Hazardous materials incidents What should rescuers be equipped with?

Answer 205

Full PPE and SCBA Monitor, F paper and PH paper

Question 206

SOP 501 Hazardous materials incidents What should be done if PH paper changes?

Answer 206

Continue rescue if line-of-site

Question 207

SOP 501 Hazardous materials incidents What should be done if F paper changes?

Answer 207

Cease rescue because victims are not viable

Question 208

SOP 502 Flammable vapors - Methane (natural gas) and propane Should Hazmat team be dispatched?

Answer 208

Not if known methane or propane. All other flammable vapor incidents, consult/dispatch Hazmat.

Question 209

Colorado Designated Emergency Response Authority Who are the DERAs?

Answer 209

Municipality - fire authority County - sheriff Federal, state or county highways located outside of municipal city limits - CSP

Question 210

Colorado Designated Emergency Response Authority May a DERA respond to incidents on private property?

Answer 210

Yes, if the property owner or operator does not act or, if in the judgment of the DERA, there exists an imminent danger to human health or the environment.

Question 211

Colorado Designated Emergency Response Authority Will the DERA be reimbursed for response costs?

Answer 211

Yes. A public entity has the right to claim reimbursement for all reasonable and necessary emergency response costs from the person with care, custody and control of the hazardous substance.

Question 212

SOP 503 Flammable liquid spills - gasoline and diesel Should Hazmat team be dispatched?

Answer 212

Not if known gasoline or diesel. All other flammable liquid spills, consult/dispatch Hazmat. Yes, if spill beyond capabilities/resources of on-scene units or spill has entered a waterway.

Question 213

SOP 504 Weapons of mass destruction Where should victims be taken?

Answer 213

Unaffected members to cold zone Exposed victims to warm zone until decon

Question 214

SOP 504 Weapons of mass destruction What 3 things should IC do (besides establishing incident command post, isolation area and evacuation)?

Answer 214

1) Unified command 2) Comm plan with multiple agencies 3) Personnel accountability

Question 215

SOP 504 Weapons of mass destruction What 3 things should IC do (besides establishing incident command post, isolation area and evacuation)?

Answer 215

1) Plan for transition to unified command 2) Establish comm plan that allows for interoperability with multiple agencies 3) Provide for personnel accountability

Question 216

SOP 507 Swiftwater rescue What is IC's responsibility?

Answer 216

Report to last seen point (LSP) Provide size-up with type of incident, LSP, the number and conditions of victims, access points and hazards to responders

Question 217

SOP 507 Swiftwater rescue What is the containment area?

Answer 217

Area determined by LSP, speed of water and amount of time victim missing

Question 218

SOP 507 Swiftwater rescue What should the spotters in the containment area be equipped with?

Answer 218

Radio and throw bag

Question 219

SOP 509 Vehicle extrication What software is used to know hazards and challenges of modern vehicles?

Answer 219

Moditech Crash Recovery Software

Question 220

SOP 509 Vehicle extrication What is the rule of thumb for distance from airbags to maintain?

Answer 220

5" from side impact 10" from steering column 20" from front passenger air bag

Question 221

SOP 510 Trench rescue What should IC do upon arrival?

Answer 221

1) Size-up - extent of trench collapse, number/location/condition of victims, hazards and resources needs 2) Rescue or recovery 3) LSP 4) Elapsed time since collapse 5) Delegate medical care

Question 222

SOP 510 Trench rescue What 4 things is rescue group responsible for?

Answer 222

1) Controlling access to trench and surrounding area 2) Air monitoring and ventilation 3) Building shores 4) Rescue or recovery

Question 223

SOP 510 Trench rescue What is the limit to entering unshored trench?

Answer 223

Waist deep

Question 224

SOP 510 Trench rescue What 2 things should be done with vehicles around trenches?

Answer 224

1) Parked at least 50 feet away from trench 2) Shut down

Question 225

SOP 510 Trench rescue What 3 things should be done with heavy equipment around trenches?

Answer 225

1) Shut down 2) Locked out 3) Tagged out

Question 226

SOP 511 Confined space rescue What 3 things should IC do upon arrival?

Answer 226

1) Size-up - obtain info about confined space, number/location/condition of victims, hazards and resources needs 2) LSP 3) Identify access and egress

Question 227

SOP 511 Confined space rescue What 4 things is rescue group responsible for?

Answer 227

1) Controlling access to confined space and surrounding area 2) Air monitoring and ventilation 3) Construct and operate rescue operations 4) Rescue or recovery

Question 228

SOP 512 Structural collapse What 4 things should IC do upon arrival?

Answer 228

1) Size-up - determine extent of structural collapse, number/location/condition of victims, hazards and resources needs 2) LSP 3) Identify and control hazards and utilities 4) Remove non-essential personnel from hazard area

Question 229

SOP 512 Structural collapse What PPE is required?

Answer 229

Helmet, work gloves, eye pro and safety-toed boots

Question 230

SOP 513 Rope rescue What 5 things should IC do upon arrival?

Answer 230

1) Size-up - nature and scope of incident, number/location/condition of victims, hazards and resources needs 2) Determine how victim is suspended or supported 3) Determine nature and extent of injuries 4) Determine if environment is high angle (greater than 40 degree slope) or low angle 5) Evaluate other methods and routes to access the victim

Question 231

SOP 513 Rope rescue What are the 3 responsibilities for rescue group?

Answer 231

1) Rescue size-up evaluating needs, hazards and alternatives 2) Building and operating rescue systems 3) EMS in coordination with medical group

Question 232

SOP 513 Rope rescue Which engines can perform low angle ops?

Answer 232

9, 11, 13 and 15

Question 233

SOP 513 Rope rescue When should a single line rescue system be built on high angle rescues?

Answer 233

Only when the delay in building a 2-line system may result in loss of life or significant injury

Question 234

SOP 513 Rope rescue What is the PPE requirement?

Answer 234

Helmet, work gloves and harness (if necessary)

Question 235

SOP 514 Electrical emergency guidelines What distance away should one stay from power lines or wires?

Answer 235

10 feet

Question 236

SOP 514 Electrical emergency guidelines What nozzle should be avoided with electrical equipment?

Answer 236

Smooth bore / straight stream

Question 237

SOP 514 Electrical emergency guidelines How should electrical fires be handled?

Answer 237

As class C fires. If not immediate threat, cut power and treat as Class A or B

Question 238

SOP 514 Electrical emergency guidelines How should photo voltaic systems be shut down?

Answer 238

Move both levers to "off" position on both the DC and AC disconnect boxes.

Question 239

SOP 514 Electrical emergency guidelines Where are the "rapid shut down" switches on newer photo voltaic systems?

Answer 239

Mounted and labeled on inverter

Question 240

SOP 514 Electrical emergency guidelines How should fire near a solar panel be fought?

Answer 240

At least 35 feet away using a 30-degree fog

Question 241

SOP 514 Electrical emergency guidelines How should downed power lines be treated?

Answer 241

As if they are energized. They can be re-energized remotely.

Question 242

SOP 514 Electrical emergency guidelines What should be the isolation or exclusion zone?

Answer 242

1.5 times the full span between good power poles in all directions

Question 243

SOP 514 Electrical emergency guidelines What should be done if downed line is causing a fire but exposures are not present or threatened?

Answer 243

Allow fire to burn out to a distance equal to 1.5 times the full span between good power poles before beginning fire attack

Question 244

SOP 514 Electrical emergency guidelines If downed line is contacting a vehicle, what should be done?

Answer 244

Remain 35 feet from the line Tell victim to remain in car If there is a hazard and victim needs to exit vehicle, have them jump clear of vehicle then take shuffle steps away from vehicle (to avoid step potential electrocution)

Question 245

SOP 514 Electrical emergency guidelines What should be done if top of pole near transformer or electrical equipment is on fire?

Answer 245

Strategy should be defensive. Call utility company to de-energize and give pole number or geographical area. Expect pole to fail.

Question 246

SOP 514 Electrical emergency guidelines What should be done if bottom of pole is on fire or involves ground cover near the pole?

Answer 246

Use 30 degree fog 35 feet away from utility lines Expect pole to fail

Question 247

SOP 514 Electrical emergency guidelines How should substation/distribution station fires be treated?

Answer 247

Isolate and deny entry to substation/distribution station 30 fog 35 feet away from electrical equipment Consult with utility company and hazardous materials specialist on IAP

Question 248

SOP 514 Electrical emergency guidelines How should pad mount transformer fires be treated?

Answer 248

Protect exposures with dry chemical extinguisher If no other choice, use 30 degree fog from 35 feet away

Question 249

SOP 514 Electrical emergency guidelines What should be done if there is a wildland fire around poles and transmission towers?

Answer 249

Spot fires may be attacked if heavy smoke or flame is not within 100 feet of powerlines Maintain a distance of 35 feet from transmission towers

Question 250

SOP 601A Law enforcement blood draws For which LE agencies do we do blood draws?

Answer 250

CSP, Edgewater, Jeffco, Lakeside, Lakewood, Morrison, Mountain View and Wheatridge Shift commander may approve others

Question 251

SOP 601A Law enforcement blood draws What should be done if blood draw is requested by LE on the scene of an accident?

Answer 251

New incident established

Question 252

SOP 601C EMS transport destination determination What are the priorities of transportation destination?

Answer 252

1) Medical need 2) Pt, pt family or medical provider choice 3) Destination that allows quickest return to service in District

Question 253

SOP 601C EMS transport destination determination What are the two situations that warrant emergent transport?

Answer 253

1) Pt has injury or illness beyond the scope of field providers 2) Benefit to pt outweighs risk to pt, providers and public

Question 254

SOP 601C EMS transport destination determination What should be the destination for emergently transported pts?

Answer 254

Nearest hospital-based emergency department with capability of stabilizing pt. (Deviation from this requires consult with medical direction)

Question 255

SOP 601C EMS transport destination determination What should be done if Wheat Ridge PD requests transport to WRPD or Jeffco jail due to safety concerns?

Answer 255

Jail transports are not allowed when coming from a medical facility. Transport will not be approved when any form of restraint by EMS personnel is needed 

Question 256

SOP 601-I Chronic use of ems resources What defines chronic use of ems resources?

Answer 256

6 or more times in 12 month period

Question 257

SOP 601-I Chronic use of ems resources What are 4 examples of issues that are beyond normal ems intervention?

Answer 257

1) Poorly managed medical issues 2) Frequent calls for falls or other assistance 3) Poor living conditions 4) Exaggerated or imagined medical issues

Question 258

SOP 601-I Chronic use of ems resources Who should be contacted in these situations?

Answer 258

Advanced resource medic one is responsible for initiating follow up and referral actions (ARM) 1 

Question 259

Active threat reference guide What is the term for an individual or team of LE officers whose objective is to neutralize immediate threat through surrender, containment, arrest or use of force?

Answer 259

Contact team

Question 260

Active threat reference guide What is the term for an LE member who serves as tactical supervisor for different floors of multi-level building?

Answer 260

Floor leader

Question 261

Active threat reference guide What is the term for a stationary position occupied by LE to control key terrain?

Answer 261

Key hole

Question 262

Active threat reference guide What is the command used to order a controlled tactical movement from current operating positions to a safer location?

Answer 262

"URGENT landslide/withdraw from structure"

Question 263

Active threat reference guide What is the rule that the first 10 officers will engage and the remainder become support?

Answer 263

Rule of Ten

Question 264

Active threat reference guide What are the 4 LE life priorities?

Answer 264

1) Hostage/victim 2) Citizens 3) Officers 4) Suspect

Question 265

Active threat reference guide What are the 3 priority medical interventions that save lives in active threat situations?

Answer 265

Airway Breathing Hemorrhage control

Question 266

Ballistic PPE storage, use and replacement reference guide When should PPE be donned?

Answer 266

Before entering apparatus

Question 267

Ballistic PPE storage, use and replacement reference guide Is ballistic PPE mandatory?

Answer 267

Only when involved in rescue task force operations

Question 268

SOP 603 What are the five procedural steps in activating an MCI?

Answer 268

1 recognition. Any incident that will require five medics or more.. 2. Safety. Risks are best minimized by assessing patients quickly, removing them from harm and delivering them definitive care. 3. MCI responses may be adjusted to the configuration and geography of the incident. An example would be more than one triage or treatment area. 4. Assign a hospital resource officer. (HRO) this person is the link between the hospital and the scene is located at the hospital. 5. There are four phases of an MCI Phase 1, identify Phase 2 triage Phase 3 transport Phase 4 wrap up 

Question 269

SOP 603 MCI What are the responsibilities of the hospital resource officer? (HRO)

Answer 269

To be the link between the incident command and the hospital To assist the hospital with resource requests To facilitate patient movement among multiple hospitals 

Question 270

SOP 603 Mass casualty incidents What triage system do we use , What do the triage flagging tape colors represent?

Answer 270

(RAMP) rapid assessment mentation and pulse Red category Immediate Green category Delayed Black category Deceased 

Question 271

SOP 603 Mass casualty incidents What are the duties of the transport unit leader

Answer 271

Begin transport as early as possible, even if triage activities are still occurring Coordinate resources needed Communicate with dispatch to notify hospitals Confirmed the location of the transportation corridor and ambulance exchange point Assign patients to transport units 

Question 272

SOP 603 Mass casualty incidents If patient counts outpace transport units, what should the medical group supervisor do?

Answer 272

 Appoint a treatment unit leader and establish treatment areas close to the ambulance exchange point 

Question 273

SOP 608 Advanced resource medic field operations Can chronic ems users be referred to the ARM car?

Answer 273

Yes.

Question 274

SOP 608 Advanced resource medic field operations Who is responsible for the District's CIHCS program management?

Answer 274

Division chief of EMS

Question 275

SOP 608 Advanced resource medic field operations When is the ARM car available?

Answer 275

0800-1800 with WMFR APP and Dispatch Health mid-level provider 1800-800 with WMFR APP and another WMFR EMS provider

Question 276

SOP 608 Advanced resource medic field operations What are the 4 ways the ARM car may be assigned to calls?

Answer 276

1) Units en route may request ARM (2200-0700 - evaluate and get consent before assigning ARM1) 2) ARM may self-assign 3) ARM may be auto-assigned to calls at predesignated locations based on acuity type (e.g., skilled nursing, assisted living, chronic ems user) 4) ARM may generate an incident for scheduled or non-scheduled pt encounters or follow-up

Question 277

SOP 608 Advanced resource medic field operations What are the 2 options for transferring pt care to the ARM?

Answer 277

1) Direct hand-off to ARM 2) Pt refusal and incident open til ARM arrives

Question 278

SOP 608 Advanced resource medic field operations What should be done if abuse suspected?

Answer 278

APP collaborates with Dispatch Health providers and the EMS division to ensure mandatory reported is made.

Question 279

SOP 608 Advanced resource medic field operations Can the ARM be requested out-of-district?

Answer 279

Yes, while attempting to minimize time out-of-district

Question 280

SOP 608-B Advanced practice paramedic field reference guide What are the 4 responsibilities of the APP in consult with the CIHC provider?

Answer 280

1) Initial consumer assessment - evaluation, meds, social support systems, goals. 2) Identify if there's a need for subsequent pt assessments - progress, goals, need for additional assessment 3) Provide a service plan - goal for discharge, limitations on consumer's activities, equipment needed, goals 4) Discharge summary - evaluation of post-CIHCS care needs and goals, contact information, written instructions about self-care, follow-up care, modified diet, medications and signs/symptoms to be reported to consumer's care provider

Question 281

SOP 700 CO emergencies What is the CO level that requires 2-in/2-out?

Answer 281

200 ppm

Question 282

SOP 701 Elevator rescue and emergency operations What 3 things should IC do or decide upon arrival?

Answer 282

1) Location of stalled car 2) Make contact with occupants 3) Decide whether to wait for elevator mechanic or enact rescue

Question 283

SOP 701 Elevator rescue and emergency operations If rescue is decided upon, what 2 things should be done?

Answer 283

1a) Attempt to reset power supply or activate fire service override 1b) If reset or override doesn't work, shut down power to elevator motor and use lock-out/tag-out to secure power supply (otherwise place ff at power supply) 2a) Access pt through hoistway door using elevator keys (mark or guard open hoistway doors; try to avoid using forcible entry tools to access elevator shaft) 2b) If inaccessible through hoistway, access pt through top hatch (maybe tech rescue) *If elevator is shut down due to malfunction, keep out of service until elevator tech arrives

Question 284

SOP 701 Elevator rescue and emergency operations During fire suppression operations, when should using an elevator be considered?

Answer 284

Buildings over 5 floors

Question 285

SOP 701 Elevator rescue and emergency operations During fire suppression operations, in what mode should elevator be used?

Answer 285

In fire service override mode - phase II mode

Question 286

SOP 703 Witnessed accidents What are the 3 considerations when deciding to continue to original incident or stop at the accident and tell dispatch to send different units to the original incident?

Answer 286

1) Nature and severity of original incident 2) Apparent severity of witnessed accident 3) Response time of other units to witnessed accident and the original incident

Question 287

SOP 704 Accidents involving District vehicles If involved in an accident involving a District vehicle, member must work with SaM2 to fill out what 1-3 forms?

Answer 287

WMFR Vehicle Accident Report Firefighter Casualty (if necessary) Property Damage or Loss Report (if necessary)

Question 288

SOP 704 Accidents involving District vehicles Who is dispatch required to notify?

Answer 288

LE District chief will send a page to the vehicle accident notification group Sam to Captain of health and safety division, chief of risk management division, chief of support services and deputy chief of operations, deputy cheapo admin services, manager, human resources, manager, and the fire chief 

Question 289

SOP 704 Accidents involving District vehicles What 7 people/divisions are part of the WMFR Vehicle Accident Group Page?

Answer 289

SaM2 Division chief of risk management Division chief of support services Deputy chief of operations Deputy chief of admin Fleet services division Fire chief.

Question 290

SOP 704 Accidents involving District vehicles What 3 people should SaM2 notify?

Answer 290

Immediate supervisor, district chief and shift commander

Question 291

SOP 704 Accidents involving District vehicles What should be included in the accident report?

Answer 291

Signatures from SaM2 and vehicle operator, photographs, findings of investigation, and recommendations for urgent action or preventative action to avoid future accidents

Question 292

SOP 704 Accidents involving District vehicles Where and when should accident report and associated documents be stored?

Answer 292

Designated network folder by end of 24-hour shift on which the accident occurred.

Question 293

SOP 704 Accidents involving District vehicles What 7 people should SaM2 email to notify that the reports are posted for further review?

Answer 293

Immediate supervisor Human resource specialist Human resource assistant Division chief of risk management Division chief of support services Deputy chief of operations Deputy chief of admin

Question 294

SOP 704 Accidents involving District vehicles What will happen if vehicle inoperable?

Answer 294

Fleet services responds to scene

Question 295

SOP 704 Accidents involving District vehicles Who notifies insurance?

Answer 295

Human resources specialist

Question 296

SOP 704 Accidents involving District vehicles Who coordinates repair requirements?

Answer 296

Division chief of support services

Question 297

SOP 704 Accidents involving District vehicles Who reviews and coordinates any follow-up on recommendations from district chief and company officer?

Answer 297

Shift commander

Question 298

SOP 704 Accidents involving District vehicles After shift commander reviews recommendations, what should he do next?

Answer 298

E-sign as needed and email division chief of risk management, the deputy chief of ops and the deputy chief of admin that the report is ready for review.

Question 299

SOP 704 Accidents involving District vehicles What does deputy chief of admin do with report?

Answer 299

Review it, make recommendations and notify fire chief of findings.

Question 300

SOP 704 Accidents involving District vehicles Where is report filed?

Answer 300

Member's personnel file

Question 301

SOP 704 Accidents involving District vehicles Where are related injury reports filed?

Answer 301

Member's medical file

Question 302

SOP 704 Accidents involving District vehicles What should division chief of risk management do with report?

Answer 302

Review, note findings, make recommendations and e-sign

Question 303

SOP 704 Accidents involving District vehicles Is corrective action required?

Answer 303

Yes, if there is a violation of SOPs, APs or state/local law.

Question 304

SOP 704 Accidents involving District vehicles If member is responsible for paying deductible or any replacement/repair costs, what is the minimum level of corrective action?

Answer 304

All corrective action recommendations from the accident work group will be authorized by the division chief of risk management corrective action will follow admin procedure 1605 

Question 305

SOP 704 Accidents involving District vehicles When is chemical testing required?

Answer 305

When vehicle was in motion

Question 306

SOP 704 Accidents involving District vehicles After the accident, what happens if district chief observes physical or behavioral symptoms indicating member is under the influence?

Answer 306

Member shall be removed from duty and not allowed to return to duty until test results are reported

Question 307

SOP 704 Accidents involving District vehicles See Vehicle accident investigation responsibilities flow chart for a breakdown of responsibilities.

Answer 307

SaM DC Divsion chief/Shift commander Human resources division Support services/fleet division Admin chief Division chief of risk management

Question 308

SOP 705 Persons seeking refuge From what would a person be seeking refuge?

Answer 308

Real or threatened physical or mental abuse

Question 309

SOP 705 Persons seeking refuge Who should remain with person seeking refuge?

Answer 309

2 firefighters in a public area of station

Question 310

SOP 705 Persons seeking refuge What should company officer do?

Answer 310

Notify Jeffco and assign a unit to the incident

Question 311

SOP 705 Persons seeking refuge With whom should uninjured individuals be placed in contact?

Answer 311

LE

Question 312

SOP 705 Persons seeking refuge Who else should be notified?

Answer 312

District chief and provide contact info (individual and LE)

Question 313

SOP 706 Abandoned children How old can child be to be surrendered to a firefighter?

Answer 313

Less than 72 hours

Question 314

SOP 706 Abandoned children Besides caring for child, what should be done?

Answer 314

Contact Jeffcom to generate an incident and dispatch a medic unit, district chief and LE

Question 315

SOP 706 Abandoned children If parent is willing, what info should be obtained?

Answer 315

Parent's name, address and phone number Child's name and location, date and time of birth

Question 316

SOP 706 Abandoned children Who will assume official custody of child?

Answer 316

LE

Question 317

SOP 709 Critical incident stress management Who must attend debriefings?

Answer 317

Only members directly involved in incident (though they are not required to participate in discussion)

Question 318

SOP 709 Critical incident stress management When should defusing take place?

Answer 318

3-4 hours after incident

Question 319

SOP 709 Critical incident stress management When should debriefings take place?

Answer 319

24-72 hours following incident There’s an educational component to stress management 

Question 320

SOP 709 Critical incident stress management Who is responsible for determining if individual is fit to return to duty?

Answer 320

Individual's

Question 321

SOP 800 Radio use If member activates the emergency radio button and Jeffcom contacts member, what should member reply if everything is fine?

Answer 321

Code 4

Question 322

SOP 800 Radio use How often will Jeffcom check-in if member requests this?

Answer 322

Every 4 minutes "Code 4 for now" reply keeps ticker going "Code 4" ends ticker

Question 323

SOP 801 LE talkgroups Once unit enters level 2 staging, how can officer monitor LE channel?

Answer 323

Request channel from Jeffcom

Question 324

SOP 802 Simplex communications Who should be added to response in the case of a fire alarm in a pre-designated simplex building?

Answer 324

District chief to facilitate comms

Question 325

SOP 802 Simplex communications How should officer communicate size-up and assignments?

Answer 325

On assigned talkgroup then announce movement to simplex talkgroup

Question 326

SOP 802 Simplex communications Who should monitor both the response talkgroup and the simplex talkgroup?

Answer 326

IC or designee

Question 327

SOP 802 Simplex communications What simplex talkgroups are used?

Answer 327

Simplex 2 in "B" system for alarms Simplex 3 in "B" system for confirmed structure fires

Question 328

SOP 802 Simplex communications Can Jeffco monitor, and is there radio emergency button capability, in simplex talkgroups?

Answer 328

Only in the "B" system

Question 329

SOP 805 Network first talkgroups What the 4 delineations of the North Central All-Hazards Region?

Answer 329

Southwest - south of I-70, west of I-25 Northwest - north of I-70, west of I-25 Northeast - north of I-70, east of I-25 Southeast - south of I-70, east of I-25

Question 330

SOP 806 Mobile data terminal use What should be done with any necessary follow-up information regarding the incident?

Answer 330

Entered into call notes via MDT OR Transmitted to Jeffcom over the radio prior to setting the disposition

Question 331

Protocol 83 auto accident

Answer 331

Closest Medica unit

Question 332

Protocol 83 confirmed structure fire

Answer 332

3 engines 1 truck 2 medics Sam 1 DC

Question 333

Tactical, tender response

Answer 333

The tactical tender will not be automatically dispatched to First do vegetation fires or semi fires, but the crew should respond in tandem as situation dictates 

Question 334

Mutual aid The maximum number of units available for mutual aid

Answer 334

Three engines Two units One truck 

Question 335

Post incident analysis shall result in

Answer 335

 a lesson learned document All lessons learn shall be forwarded to training division chief 

Question 336

SOP 218 requesting Colorado-TR1

Answer 336

I’ll request Shelby made through county office of emergency management and will be forwarded to the Colorado State emergency operation center 

Question 337

Request not made through established ordering process

Answer 337

Will result in the requesting agency being liable for all costs

Question 338

Can specific increments of a task force be ordered?

Answer 338

Specific increments can be ordered through the co TF1 program manager All costs are the responsibility of the requesting agency 

Question 339

What should be communicated if all members are not present on a par

Answer 339

Missing member last known location

Question 340

Where is the WMDPPE stored?

Answer 340

Haz May 5

Question 341

What items are made available for WMD bag?

Answer 341

Tyvek suit Mask cartridge adapter Air purifying cartridge Chemical resistant gloves and boot covers and tape for seams Laminated inventory and inspection guide Instructions and fact guide for the scott P100 air purifying cartridge 

Question 342

When should thermal imaging cameras be used?

Answer 342

Tactical 360 size up Offensive fire attack Search and rescue Overhaul RIT operations 

Question 343

Other times a thermal imager may be helpful

Answer 343

Motor vehicle accident Electrical emergencies Police assist Wild Land events 

Question 344

On both fleer and scott models NTI mode what should be noted

Answer 344

Color reference temperature bar on the right hand side 

Question 345

On the (FLIR) thermal image camera What should the search and rescue mode be used for?

Answer 345

Tactical 360 Search and rescue Locating the fire Overhaul 

Question 346

On the FLIR Cammera in search and rescue mode what temperature will the screen turn red

Answer 346

300 degrees 

Question 347

On the FLIR Cammera in search and rescue mode what should be done when the screen turns red And the environment exceeds 300°

Answer 347

Change to TI basic mode 

Question 348

ATV

Answer 348

Four wheeler single rider vehicle with handlebars for steering 

Question 349

UTV

Answer 349

Side-by-side off-road vehicle with a steering wheel and a capacity to carry 2 to 6 passengers 

Question 350

ATV Operations

Answer 350

ATV shall not be utilized for emergency operations. Only operated by West Metro employees. Only one person with a DOT helmet shall not be operated on public roadways. 

Question 351

ITV Operation

Answer 351

Only to be operated by personnel with ROHVA certification 

Question 352

Standpipe system should be pumped at?

Answer 352

At an appropriate pressure to overcome friction, loss and elevation. Adequate nozzle pressure Deliver required fire flow .

Question 353

In the event of a working fire in a building equipped with sprinklers?

Answer 353

Standpipe system shall be supported by an engine or truck within the first alarm.

Question 354

SOP 411 In the absence of a hydrant system incident command should consider what three things

Answer 354

Relay operations Nursing operations Water shuttle operations 

Question 355

SOP 411 Single-family or small multifamily structures of 2500 ft.² or less

Answer 355

She have at least one patent water supply/hydrant

Question 356

SOP 411 Large single-family or multifamily structures above 2500 ft.²

Answer 356

Shall have two water supplies/hydrants

Question 357

SOP 411 Irregular or changing fuel, packages or rapidly expanding incident should consider

Answer 357

A water supply officer 

Question 358

Fire apparatus engaged in relay operations should be in one of what two modes

Answer 358

2 stage pump shall operate in volume A single stage pump operate in RPM 

Question 359

Nursing operations should be conducted with what hose?

Answer 359

One or two 2 1/2 inch hoses LDH shall never be used to supply from the tender 

Question 360

What are the components of a water shuttle?

Answer 360

1 dumpsite 2 fill site 3 travel Time is saved on the efficiencies at the dumpsite, not travel speed !

Question 361

For extended operations, the ICC should assign the officer of the tender as the?

Answer 361

Water supply group supervisor 

Question 362

The water supply group supervisor duties include

Answer 362

Objectives and strategies identify resources needed Identified communication model identify best option for a fill site identify water dump and draft site Monitor operations adequate water supply Coordinate communications with the IC 

Question 363

There are two 2100 gallon folding frame portable tanks. How should they be placed?

Answer 363

Tank train should be placed at the lowest position of the portable tank to assist in draining

Question 364

When setting up a portable tank for night operations, what can be helpful?

Answer 364

Placing glow sticks on the edges of the portable tanks

Question 365

The first flexible, hard suction hose is intended to draft a water supply for the primary folding tech. What is the second one?

Answer 365

The second flexible, hard suction with a one and three-quarter inch line attached to a jet fight. Siphon is intended to be used as a transfer line to the second folding tank. 

Question 366

How should water be dumped or offloaded from the tender into a folding tank?

Answer 366

Through the 12 inch dump shoot this will take approximately 2 minutes

Question 367

Where should the 12 inch dump shoot be stowed for traveling

Answer 367

Parallel to the rear of the tender

Question 368

What is the primary consideration when choosing a fill site and set up?

Answer 368

Access to the Phil site and safety

Question 369

For larger operations with multiple tenders, what should be established?

Answer 369

Fill site manager

Question 370

Who does a fill site manager report to?

Answer 370

Water supply group supervisor

Question 371

What is the primary method of filling the tender for water shuttle operations?

Answer 371

By using one or both of the tank inlets at the rear of the tender

Question 372

Why are the tank fill inlets at the rear of the tender the preferred method?

Answer 372

It directly fill the tank without going through the pump This is achieved using two 3 inch lines with 2 1/2 inch couplings attached to the 2 1/2 inch gate valve controls rate and can be used to turn off the water 

Question 373

What is the second method of filling a tender for a pressurized water source?

Answer 373

Through the pump, this is not recommended for water shuttle operations because the plumbing has a 1 inch pipe and this will be much slower 

Question 374

What should the hard flexible suction hose never be used for?

Answer 374

Filling through a pressurized water source such as a hydrant 

Question 375

Can large diameter hose be used for filling a tender?

Answer 375

No, it will damage the tank and must not be attempted.

Question 376

When filling a tank with portable pumps The high volume low pressure pump on the tinder should be used .

Answer 376

It is not recommended to use high pressure, low volume such as a wick or floating pump 

Question 377

What is the ratio for patch mixing foam in the tender?

Answer 377

1/2 gallon of class a foam into the tank .

Question 378

When should the tank be drained and how? 

Answer 378

The water tank should be drained through the rear 12 inch discharge. It should be drained anytime a batch mix of class a foam is used or once per quarter as routine maintenance.

Question 379

What should the first arriving icy on a vehicle fire take into consideration

Answer 379

Scene protection and safety Slope and wind, direction Water supply Need for rescue or trapped occupants Potential for hazardous materials

Question 380

What does ALS-BASEstand for?

Answer 380

Attack Lobby Staging & Bass 

Question 381

Who is in charge of fire attack in a high-rise?

Answer 381

Division or group supervisor

Question 382

When is lobby control established?

Answer 382

As soon as the IC determines the group

Question 383

What is lobby control responsible for?

Answer 383

Command center Building entry and exit control Utilization of building system HVAC, fire pumps, , and emergency address system 

Question 384

Where should staging be established?

Answer 384

In a non-IDLH environment ideally two floors below the fire floor.

Question 385

What should be located at staging

Answer 385

On deck, Crews Equipment and SCBA bottles Rehab functions Accountability and personal tracking May as communications relay 

Question 386

Where is base located?

Answer 386

base is located outside away from the building were personnel and equipment or not at risk 

Question 387

What are the two primary strategic considerations?

Answer 387

Offensive exterior well lines are being organized. Rescue versus protect in place 

Question 388

Where should a team be staged in a high-rise fire?

Answer 388

One floor below the fire floor 

Question 389

Aerial apparatus considerations include:

Answer 389

Truck company functions Offensive exterior fire attack Construction of a standpipe system Defensive fire operations Access and egress of floors and roofs Forcible entry RIT Tactical ventilation Salvage and overhaul 

Question 390

If the occupant is not available, and the occupancy cannot be secured normally what should be done

Answer 390

IC should notify Jeff and have law enforcement respond IC shall document details in narrative.

Question 391

In the event that he premises could not be resecured. What details should be in the narrative?

Answer 391

Cirque circumstances found Actions taken Unit name and number RP contact and phone 

Question 392

Exel Energy has changed their response policy and all blow by gas emergencies

Answer 392

Two XL trained employees will enter the trench to stop blow by a normal response. Could take up to 25 minutes.

Question 393

What is the vapor density of natural gas?

Answer 393

.6 %

Question 394

What is the favorite density of propane?

Answer 394

1.5 %

Question 395

What is the threshold for being on air?

Answer 395

Oxygen levels below 19.5% or greater than 23% LEL reading of greater than 10% 

Question 396

What constitutes an extended scene time and what should be done?

Answer 396

Any scene time exceeding 60 minutes should be documented in the narrative, so the chief of operations can consider billing options 

Question 397

Any rescuer working adjacent to ice or water should have a PFD on within how many feet of the bank?

Answer 397

10 feet

Question 398

Personnel engaged directly in a water or ice rescue should be what

Answer 398

Tethered to a rescue rope

Question 399

Reach throw row go Refers to what

Answer 399

Reach with a pole or inflated hose Throw a rope or PFG Row utilizing a boat Go rescuers entering the water or going out onto the ice 

Question 400

Swiftwater Rescue Personnel that have not received training in tethered Rescue

Answer 400

Shall not be attached to a rope during Swiftwater operation

Question 401

Deployment of ropes across moving water

Answer 401

Shall only be performed by train personnel 

Question 402

Vehicle extrication 509 What is the IC responsible for?

Answer 402

Size up, nature and scope of incident, Number, location, and condition of victims . Hazards and resources needed.

Question 403

Vehicle extrication 509 What is the first do truck company officer usually assigned?

Answer 403

Extrication group supervisor.

Question 404

Vehicle extrication 509 What is the extrication group supervisor responsible for?

Answer 404

Establishing a plan for stabilization and extrication. Addressing hazards associated with the vehicle, i.e. spills Identifying and creating access points Rescue inpatient safety Disentangling patient from the vehicle . Coordinating medical care and transfer of patient .

Question 405

Lithium ion batteries, 515 What are the ways a lithium on battery may vent or rupture

Answer 405

Thermal insult. Hotter cold temps Physical insult Crushed pierced Electrical variance Overcharging Drying after being wet 

Question 406

What are the entities West metro has a memorandum of understanding with to do blood draws??

Answer 406

Colorado State patrol, Edgewater, Jefferson County, Lakeside, Lakewood, Morrison, Mountain View, and wheat Ridge

Question 407

Who’s responsibility? Is it to get the appropriate consent?

Answer 407

 The requesting agency 

Question 408

There are two circumstances when consent is not required. What are they?

Answer 408

1 If law enforcement has a warrant for a blood draw 2 a public safety worker has been exposed to blood or bodily fluids 

Question 409

Detox transport Can a person in need of withdrawal management be released to law enforcement?

Answer 409

Yes, providing he will be transported to crisis services and following a thorough assessment 

Question 410

What are exclusionary criteria prohibiting us from sending a patient to detox?

Answer 410

Blood pressure systolic less than 90 or greater than 200 diastolic greater than 110 Pulse less than 50 or greater than 130 Respiration less than 10 or greater than 30 02 saturation less than 90 Temperature less than 95 or greater than 100.4 Blood sugar, less than 60 or greater than 250 

Question 411

What are exclusionary criteria prohibiting us from sending a patient to detox?

Answer 411

Not able to ambulate Anticoagulant concerns Has a complaint or an injury Under 18 Patient prescribed O2 and does not have it available Untreated seizures History of complicated ETOH withdrawal Pregnant

Question 412

What should be documented in the ER if a person is transported to detox

Answer 412

Thorough assessment was completed Person met criteria for admission Crisis service was consulted Law enforcement transported the person 

Question 413

Mandatory reporting is required by what to entities

Answer 413

Colorado revised statute CRS Denver Metro protocols

Question 414

Any West metro employees that become aware of or suspect abuse, or neglect or exploitation shall?

Answer 414

Contact law enforcement patient needs do not allow them within 24 hours

Question 415

Is notifying the ED staff sufficient for mandatory report

Answer 415

NO  Law enforcement must be requested to the scene or if the patient has been transported to the hospital and the crew shall remain until law enforcement arrives 

Question 416

In cases of self neglect or unsafe, living conditions who is contacted

Answer 416

Adult protective services must be contacted within 24 hours 

Question 417

MCI. 603 What is the best way for the Insta commander to minimize risk?

Answer 417

Assess patients quickly Remove them from harm Deliver deliver them to definitive care

Question 418

Injured animal transport 605 West Metro vehicles may transport animals given the following conditions

Answer 418

all incident objectives have or will be met. With the approval of the incident commander West metro personnel shall not perform any invasive procedures on the animal Transport will only be conducted if the animals owner is available Nonemergent mode only Animal will only be transported to a veterinarians office or animal Hospital 

Question 419

What are the actions of the incident commander on an MCI?

Answer 419

Establish command and a command post eventually unifying command with law-enforcement. If ordering more resources order in strike teams and establish level two staging . If large incident establish a health resource officer at the hospital . Assign a triage unit leader Assign a transportation unit leader These are typically the first arriving medic crew .

Question 420

What are the phases of an MCI?

Answer 420

1 identify: Recognize the need and declaring MCI. 2 triage: establish a triage unit leader and a location 3 , Transport: establish a transport unit leader confirm the location of the transportation corridor and an exchange point 4. Wrap up: conduct a thorough secondary search. Transport all remaining delayed or green category patients, Clear units conduct a debriefing and after action report .

Question 421

Tissue donor Notification 606 How do you identify if a deceased is a potential tissue donor?

Answer 421

Red heart in the lower right corner of the patient’s drivers license Or Family may be asked if they would like the deceased to be screened as a potential donor 

Question 422

If the patient’s (LSA) last seen alive time is less than 12 hours. The paramedic should gather the following information.

Answer 422

Name, date of birth height, weight Probable cause of death Pronouncement time less than 12 hours And their relationship with contact information Address and incident 

Question 423

Tissue donor 606 What criteria would rule out the deceased being a tissue donor?

Answer 423

Non-full-term infant Time of death greater than 12 hours Suspected HIV hepatitis or IV drug use No readily available next 

Question 424

Medical helicopter 607 Medical helicopter can be ordered three modes. What are they?

Answer 424

1. Immediate launch to the scene. 2. Ground Standby. 3. Airborne standby 

Question 425

Medical helicopter operations 607 medical helicopter can be ordered in one of three modes. What are they?

Answer 425

1 immediate launch to the scene 2 ground standby 3 airborne standby 

Question 426

What radio channel is used to communicate with aircraft?

Answer 426

VFire21

Question 427

What size should a landing zone normally be

Answer 427

100 x100. Level and free of debris and obstacles. 

Question 428

With the exception of the designated ground contact, how far should all other personnel remain from the landing zone?

Answer 428

200 feet

Question 429

What should ground contact provide the pilot with?

Answer 429

Speed and direction of any wind Any hazards near the landing zone? Any unusual characteristics of the landing zones such as slope or surface 

Question 430

Advanced resource medic 608  What are the advantages of treating a patient in place?

Answer 430

1: unnecessary ambulance transport will be reduced 2: burden on hospital and healthcare systems will be lessened 

Question 431

Advanced resource medic 608 C. I. H. C. S.

Answer 431

 Community integrated healthcare system 

Question 432

Advanced resource medic 608 A. P. P. A. C. P.

Answer 432

Advanced practice providers (nurse practitioner or physician assistant ) Advanced care, paramedics 

Question 433

What is the districts hybrid model for staffing the arm car?

Answer 433

0800–1800 The arm will be staffed with West Metro, ACP and an APP From 1800 to 0800 it will be staffed with an ACP and another West metro EMS provider .

Question 434

What are the four ways that the ARM car may be assigned? 

Answer 434

1. Units in route may request the arm 2. Arm may self assign. 3. The arm may be auto assigned. 4. The army generate an incident for a scheduled or non-scheduled patient encounter or follow up. 

Question 435

What are the two ways of transferring a patient to the arm car?

Answer 435

1. Direct handoff on scene the ACP will be responsible for completing the EHR. 2. If the ETA is long the unseen crew may complete a refusal and clear the scene 

Question 436

CO emergencies 700 When should an SBA be utilized?

Answer 436

35 ppm

Question 437

CO emergency 700 What she’ll be taking into the structure on a CO alarm

Answer 437

RK single gas CO monitor and 4 has or 6 has monitor