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What is the responsibility of each member assigned an SCBA?
What is the responsibility of each member assigned an SCBA?
- To skip the daily checkout of the SCBA
- To wear the SCBA only during structure fires
- To maintain proficiency in its use and ensure readiness (correct)
- To use the SCBA without any inspection
When should all department personnel wear an SCBA?
When should all department personnel wear an SCBA?
- In any situation except during structure fires
- When the atmosphere is or may become contaminated (correct)
- Only in known contaminated atmospheres
- When performing daily checkout of their assigned SCBA
What should suppression personnel do before entering a hazardous environment?
What should suppression personnel do before entering a hazardous environment?
- Skip the daily checkout of their assigned SCBA
- Perform a brief inspection of their SCBA (correct)
- Wear the SCBA only during gas leaks
- Clean and maintain the SCBA after each use
In which situations should all department personnel wear an SCBA?
In which situations should all department personnel wear an SCBA?
What is the purpose of cleaning and maintaining the assigned SCBA after each use?
What is the purpose of cleaning and maintaining the assigned SCBA after each use?
When should department personnel perform a daily checkout of their assigned SCBA?
When should department personnel perform a daily checkout of their assigned SCBA?
What should be included in the brief inspection of the assigned SCBA before entering a hazardous environment?
What should be included in the brief inspection of the assigned SCBA before entering a hazardous environment?
What is the main purpose of the Standard Operating Procedure for Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)?
What is the main purpose of the Standard Operating Procedure for Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)?
Who is responsible for the content, revision, and review of the Standard Operating Procedure?
Who is responsible for the content, revision, and review of the Standard Operating Procedure?
What type of SCBA units are provided on all Las Vegas Fire & Rescue emergency response units?
What type of SCBA units are provided on all Las Vegas Fire & Rescue emergency response units?
When should company members under the direction of a company officer wear an SCBA?
When should company members under the direction of a company officer wear an SCBA?
Who establishes appropriate hazard zones to determine the use of SCBA?
Who establishes appropriate hazard zones to determine the use of SCBA?
Which department personnel must be trained in the use and maintenance of their assigned SCBA?
Which department personnel must be trained in the use and maintenance of their assigned SCBA?
What is the expiration date of the Standard Operating Procedure for Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus?
What is the expiration date of the Standard Operating Procedure for Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus?
Who should ensure that company members wear an SCBA in contaminated environments?
Who should ensure that company members wear an SCBA in contaminated environments?
What is the purpose of bringing the assigned facemask to the scheduled annual physical appointment?
What is the purpose of bringing the assigned facemask to the scheduled annual physical appointment?
If a user finds problems with their SCBA that cannot be resolved, what should they do according to the text?
If a user finds problems with their SCBA that cannot be resolved, what should they do according to the text?
What is the recommended interval for hydrostatic testing of SCBA cylinders?
What is the recommended interval for hydrostatic testing of SCBA cylinders?
What does NFPA recommend regarding cylinder filling?
What does NFPA recommend regarding cylinder filling?
What action should be taken if a cylinder's pressure is below 4000 psi according to the text?
What action should be taken if a cylinder's pressure is below 4000 psi according to the text?
What does pulling up on the neck of the bottle and verifying orange lines on pull rings ensure?
What does pulling up on the neck of the bottle and verifying orange lines on pull rings ensure?
What is the maximum fill rate allowed for cylinders?
What is the maximum fill rate allowed for cylinders?
What should you do to perform a visual inspection of the equipment?
What should you do to perform a visual inspection of the equipment?
How can you determine if batteries need replacement?
How can you determine if batteries need replacement?
What should you do after pressing the yellow button once during the battery test?
What should you do after pressing the yellow button once during the battery test?
How should you activate the PASS alarm manually?
How should you activate the PASS alarm manually?
Which action is part of the operational test for the equipment?
Which action is part of the operational test for the equipment?
What should you verify during an operational test?
What should you verify during an operational test?
What activates the Vibralert when the primary side of the pressure reducer encounters a problem?
What activates the Vibralert when the primary side of the pressure reducer encounters a problem?
To stop free flow of air, what should be done according to the text?
To stop free flow of air, what should be done according to the text?
What should be done if there is a lack or loss of air according to the text?
What should be done if there is a lack or loss of air according to the text?
What does the EBSS (buddy breather) hose allow two members to do in an emergency?
What does the EBSS (buddy breather) hose allow two members to do in an emergency?
If any of the emergency situations mentioned occur, what action should be taken according to the text?
If any of the emergency situations mentioned occur, what action should be taken according to the text?
Where is the Emergency Breathing Support System (EBSS) hose located on the SCBA?
Where is the Emergency Breathing Support System (EBSS) hose located on the SCBA?
What can be connected to the EBSS hose according to the text?
What can be connected to the EBSS hose according to the text?
How should airflow be regulated if free flow of air is not stopped according to the text?
How should airflow be regulated if free flow of air is not stopped according to the text?
What should be done if the fill rate of cylinders exceeds 500 psi/minute?
What should be done if the fill rate of cylinders exceeds 500 psi/minute?
During a hands-on/visual inspection of the SCBA, what should be done if the personal mask gasket is found to be damaged?
During a hands-on/visual inspection of the SCBA, what should be done if the personal mask gasket is found to be damaged?
What indicates that the batteries of the SCBA need to be replaced during a battery test?
What indicates that the batteries of the SCBA need to be replaced during a battery test?
How should a manual PASS alarm activation be silenced?
How should a manual PASS alarm activation be silenced?
What should be verified during the operational test of SCBA equipment?
What should be verified during the operational test of SCBA equipment?
During an operational test, when should the air saver switch on the regulator be pressed?
During an operational test, when should the air saver switch on the regulator be pressed?
Why is it important to remove and inspect the Emergency Breathing Support System (EBSS) hose during a visual inspection?
Why is it important to remove and inspect the Emergency Breathing Support System (EBSS) hose during a visual inspection?
How should you clean the face mask and regulator following use?
How should you clean the face mask and regulator following use?
What is the risk associated with using unapproved commercial cleaners inside the mask?
What is the risk associated with using unapproved commercial cleaners inside the mask?
How should you dry the mask after cleaning it?
How should you dry the mask after cleaning it?
Why should caution be exercised when cleaning the mask in cold weather?
Why should caution be exercised when cleaning the mask in cold weather?
What is the recommended storage practice for the SCBA mask when not in use?
What is the recommended storage practice for the SCBA mask when not in use?
What action should be taken if SCBA equipment needs repair?
What action should be taken if SCBA equipment needs repair?
What should you do after cleaning and drying the mask before storing it?
What should you do after cleaning and drying the mask before storing it?
What is the main purpose of using warm tap water when rinsing the mask and regulator?
What is the main purpose of using warm tap water when rinsing the mask and regulator?
Where should SCBA shoulder straps be stowed in rigs equipped with the Walkaway bracket?
Where should SCBA shoulder straps be stowed in rigs equipped with the Walkaway bracket?
Who is responsible for the content, revision, and review of the Standard Operating Procedure for Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus?
Who is responsible for the content, revision, and review of the Standard Operating Procedure for Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus?
What is the requirement when refilling SCBA cylinders?
What is the requirement when refilling SCBA cylinders?
What is the primary purpose of the Standard Operating Procedure for Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)?
What is the primary purpose of the Standard Operating Procedure for Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)?
Who should establish appropriate hazard zones to determine the use of SCBA?
Who should establish appropriate hazard zones to determine the use of SCBA?
During evaluations, how often will all members of the Suppression Division be evaluated on the use of the SCBA?
During evaluations, how often will all members of the Suppression Division be evaluated on the use of the SCBA?
What is the responsibility of company officers in relation to SCBA?
What is the responsibility of company officers in relation to SCBA?
Where should the lapel microphone be attached when using SCBA with communication equipment?
Where should the lapel microphone be attached when using SCBA with communication equipment?
What is NOT allowed when filling SCBA cylinders?
What is NOT allowed when filling SCBA cylinders?
When should the voice amplifier on the mask be used for communication?
When should the voice amplifier on the mask be used for communication?
What is the responsibility of each member assigned an SCBA?
What is the responsibility of each member assigned an SCBA?
When should department personnel wear an SCBA according to the policy?
When should department personnel wear an SCBA according to the policy?
What should be done before entering a hazardous environment?
What should be done before entering a hazardous environment?
What are some examples of situations where department personnel must wear an SCBA?
What are some examples of situations where department personnel must wear an SCBA?
What is required for maintaining the SCBA after each use?
What is required for maintaining the SCBA after each use?
In which atmospheres or situations should all department personnel wear an SCBA?
In which atmospheres or situations should all department personnel wear an SCBA?
What is recommended before entering a hazardous environment besides performing a daily checkout?
What is recommended before entering a hazardous environment besides performing a daily checkout?
What is one of the examples mentioned where all department personnel must wear an SCBA?
What is one of the examples mentioned where all department personnel must wear an SCBA?
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Study Notes
SCBA Policy and Procedures
- It is the responsibility of each member assigned an SCBA to be familiar with the proper use and maintenance of the SCBA and to ensure its readiness for use.
- Each member shall maintain proficiency in its use.
SCBA Usage
- All department personnel shall wear an SCBA in all situations where the atmosphere is, or may become, contaminated.
- Examples of these situations include:
- Structure fires
- Vehicle fires
- Dumpster/trash fires
- Brush/grass fires
- Gas leaks
- Hazardous materials situations
- Oxygen deficient areas
- All department personnel shall wear an SCBA while performing overhaul of a fire, or while present in an area where overhaul is occurring.
- All department personnel shall wear an SCBA in any unknown atmospheres or situations where it is likely the atmosphere may become contaminated or hazardous.
Daily Checkout and Maintenance
- Upon reporting for duty, all suppression personnel shall perform the daily checkout of their assigned SCBA.
- A brief inspection, to include checking bottle level and overall function of SCBA, should also be done before entering a hazardous environment.
- After each use, department personnel shall clean and maintain their assigned SCBA to ensure it is ready for its next use.
SCBA Inspection and Testing
- The daily checkout shall include:
- Checking cylinder hydrostat test date
- Checking cylinder pressure
- Inspecting cylinder for signs of physical damage
- Ensuring cylinder is secured into the pressure reducer properly
- Performing a visual inspection of all plastic, rubber, cloth, and metal parts for damage
- Checking the back frame, harness straps, hoses, and wires
- Removing Emergency Breathing Support System (EBSS/buddy breather) hose from pouch and inspecting for damage
- Ensuring unit identifiers are mounted, readable, and not damaged
- Connecting personal mask and regulator
- Attaching voice amplifier to mask
- Performing a battery test
- Activating the PASS alarm
- Performing an operational test
Emergency Procedures
- In the event of a primary pressure reducer failure, the secondary piston located on the right side of the pressure reducer will activate, causing the Vibralert to activate.
- If the cylinder valve is open and the problem persists, open the purge valve.
- If the above solutions do not work, leave the hazardous atmosphere as soon as possible and call a MAYDAY.
Supplied Air Operations
- The SCBA is equipped with an Emergency Breathing Support System (EBSS or buddy breather) hose located near the right hip.
- This hose can be used to connect to the supplied air connections in the bucket of the truck companies.
Storage and Maintenance
- SCBA equipment needing repair should be removed from service and a red equipment repair tag should be filled out.
- Contact the SCBA technician for repairs.
Evaluations
- All members of the Suppression Division will be evaluated quarterly on the use of the SCBA.
- The evaluation results will be recorded in a training report.
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