Working On Water

Question 1

What water related incidents could LFB be mobilised to (6)

Answer 1

Pumping from open water.
Rescues from water, ice, mud.
Animal rescues.
Flood water.
Vehicles in water.
Working alongside watercoruses.

Question 2

What are the 3 levels of water rescue

Answer 2

Level 1 - DO not enter water
Level 2 - enter water
Level 3 - mass flooding

Question 3

What are the health risks associated with water (4)

Answer 3

Drowning
Waterborne infections
Hypothermia
Cold water shock

Question 4

List the Hazards involved with flowing water (4)

Answer 4

Laminar flow.
Eddies.
Water force.
Strainers.

Question 5

What is the water rescue gear made up of (5)

Answer 5

PPE.
Personal flotation device.
Floating safety line 50m.
Throw line 25m.
Hose inflation equipment.