Blocking Procedures at Roadway Incidents
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When does the decision process for choosing linear block positioning begin?

  • As you are conducting a windshield size-up (correct)
  • During receipt of your initial dispatch information
  • Once the vehicle is stopped
  • When a second responder vehicle arrives at the incident scene
  • What does the angled block positioning strategy create?

  • Placing more emergency vehicles at the scene
  • Providing for more personnel at the scene
  • Putting more emergency lights at the scene
  • Creating a physical barrier between approaching traffic and (correct)
  • Which of these is a factor in determining whether to park in a line block position?

  • Distance to the nearest exit
  • Position of nearby buildings
  • Condition of shoulder (correct)
  • Weather conditions
  • How many factors are mentioned that help determine whether to park in a line block position?

    <p>Three</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is included in the factors for determining line block positioning?

    <p>Type of lines on the road</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Blocking Procedures at Roadway Incidents

    • The decision process for choosing linear block positioning begins upon arrival at the incident scene, during the windshield size-up.
    • The decision process for choosing linear block positioning does not start during receipt of initial dispatch information, once the vehicle is stopped, or when a second responder vehicle arrives.

    Angled Block Positioning Strategy

    • The angled block positioning strategy provides a physical barrier between approaching traffic and the incident scene.

    Factors Affecting Line Block Position

    • Three factors that help determine whether to park in a line block position are the time of day, the condition of the shoulder, and the type of lines on the road.

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    Test your knowledge on blocking procedures at roadway incidents, including linear block positioning and angled block positioning strategies. This quiz covers critical decision-making processes and safety protocols during emergency response situations.

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