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What is the primary role of the Boat Captain during operations?
What is the primary role of the Boat Captain during operations?
- Assist in rescue with reaching techniques
- Operate and navigate the boat (correct)
- Ensure the safety of civilians
- Plan the incident action plan
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the Incident Commander?
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the Incident Commander?
- Serve as the sole operator of the boat (correct)
- Determine if a rescue or recovery is needed
- Assess immediate hazards
- Develop an incident action plan
What should be assessed to ensure rescue personnel safety?
What should be assessed to ensure rescue personnel safety?
- Weather conditions only
- Immediate and potential hazards (correct)
- Civilians' reactions
- Physical strength of the personnel
What is the minimum staffing requirement for boat operations?
What is the minimum staffing requirement for boat operations?
When should operations commence during rescue activities?
When should operations commence during rescue activities?
Which technique should be used as a first approach when attempting to rescue a victim in calm water?
Which technique should be used as a first approach when attempting to rescue a victim in calm water?
What must be kept out of the hazard zone during rescue operations?
What must be kept out of the hazard zone during rescue operations?
Which operation is conducted when the need arises to put the boat in water?
Which operation is conducted when the need arises to put the boat in water?
What is essential before entering the water for a rescue operation?
What is essential before entering the water for a rescue operation?
What should never be used to attach rescue personnel during a water rescue?
What should never be used to attach rescue personnel during a water rescue?
Which of the following is necessary for launching boats in a rescue operation?
Which of the following is necessary for launching boats in a rescue operation?
In the event of an extended or high-profile rescue operation, who designates the media staging area?
In the event of an extended or high-profile rescue operation, who designates the media staging area?
What does crossing both arms above the head signify in hand signals during a rescue?
What does crossing both arms above the head signify in hand signals during a rescue?
What should rescuers prioritize when removing evacuated victims?
What should rescuers prioritize when removing evacuated victims?
What does a single whistle blast indicate?
What does a single whistle blast indicate?
What information should be collected from evacuated persons if possible?
What information should be collected from evacuated persons if possible?
What is indicated by two blasts of a whistle in boat operations?
What is indicated by two blasts of a whistle in boat operations?
What is the correct action after completing boat operations?
What is the correct action after completing boat operations?
How many blasts signal an emergency or rescue situation?
How many blasts signal an emergency or rescue situation?
What is required to ensure the boat is properly prepared for storage after operations?
What is required to ensure the boat is properly prepared for storage after operations?
Which course must boat captains complete as part of their qualification?
Which course must boat captains complete as part of their qualification?
What should be done after inspecting the boat for damage?
What should be done after inspecting the boat for damage?
What is the purpose of hanging cleaned wet equipment in a dry location?
What is the purpose of hanging cleaned wet equipment in a dry location?
What fluid changes are to be completed by Support Services?
What fluid changes are to be completed by Support Services?
What is the required annual swim evaluation distance for boat attendants?
What is the required annual swim evaluation distance for boat attendants?
Which of the following courses is required for boat attendants annually?
Which of the following courses is required for boat attendants annually?
What is the minimum fuel level required in fuel tanks during inspections?
What is the minimum fuel level required in fuel tanks during inspections?
Which standard must the external boat operations course meet?
Which standard must the external boat operations course meet?
What is one of the inspection criteria for inflatable boats?
What is one of the inspection criteria for inflatable boats?
During routine maintenance, what should personnel verify about trailer lights?
During routine maintenance, what should personnel verify about trailer lights?
What is included in the weekly boat operations testing and inspections?
What is included in the weekly boat operations testing and inspections?
Who is responsible for completing routine maintenance for all boats?
Who is responsible for completing routine maintenance for all boats?
What should one do if they notice an error in the Standard Operating Guideline?
What should one do if they notice an error in the Standard Operating Guideline?
What is the role of the Deputy Chief of Operations in the contact office hierarchy?
What is the role of the Deputy Chief of Operations in the contact office hierarchy?
What is the effective date of the current revision of the Standard Operating Guideline?
What is the effective date of the current revision of the Standard Operating Guideline?
Which document outlines that this policy does not enlarge a member's legal duty?
Which document outlines that this policy does not enlarge a member's legal duty?
Who is responsible for reviewing the Standard Operating Guideline?
Who is responsible for reviewing the Standard Operating Guideline?
What might happen if a violation of this policy is proven?
What might happen if a violation of this policy is proven?
Which of the following is NOT listed as part of the contact office for questions?
Which of the following is NOT listed as part of the contact office for questions?
What is the main purpose of the provided list of changes?
What is the main purpose of the provided list of changes?
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Study Notes
Boat & Waterborne Operations
- Safety First: Prioritize safety for rescue personnel.
- Assess the Situation: Define the situation as rescue or recovery.
- Resource Management: Determine the need for additional resources.
- Prevent Contamination: Keep nonessential personnel and civilians out of the hazard zone.
- Command Structure: All boat operations follow Incident Command procedures with the following roles:
- Incident Commander
- Boat Captain
- Boat Attendant
- Safety Officer
- Operation Commencement: Operations start only when personnel are on location and an action plan is discussed. Minimum staffing includes a Boat Captain and an attendant.
- Boat Captain Responsibilities: The Boat Captain solely operates the boat.
- Rescue Techniques: Employ various rescue techniques based on the situation:
- Talk: Attempt verbal rescue if possible.
- Reach: Utilize an object to reach the victim.
- Throw: Use a throw bag or other approved floatation device.
- Row: Use a boat if necessary.
- GO: For high-risk situations, trained rescue personnel enter the water, following a rescue plan, a backup plan, and emergency procedures.
- Boat Launch: Select a safe launch area with standing or slow-moving water, easy access to dry land, and no obstructions.
- Victim Evacuation: Evacuate victims safely and conduct medical evaluations upon reaching dry land.
- Media Management: Designate a media staging area in high-profile events.
- Hand Signals and Whistle Commands: Use these when radios are unavailable:
- Hand Signals:
- One hand extended above the head: Distress, Need Assistance
- One hand on the head: Okay
- Point left/right: Move or swim left or right
- Both arms crossed above the head: Stop
- Both arms crossed in front of the chest: Need Medical Kit and Help
- Whistle Signals:
- 1 Blast: Stop or Attention
- 2 Blasts: Attention upstream
- 3 Blasts: Attention downstream
- 4 Blasts: Emergency or Rescue
- Hand Signals:
- Post-Operation Procedures
- Trailer and remove boats from the water.
- Inspect, refuel, and inventory equipment.
- Clean the boat and equipment thoroughly.
- Ensure the boat is fully operational.
- Boat Captain Qualifications:
- TX Parks and Wildlife Boat Operators Course
- Annual Swim Evaluation
- Basic Boat Awareness Course
- Boat operations course meeting NFPA 1006 and 1670 Technician level.
- Boat Attendant Qualifications:
- Annual Swim Evaluation
- Basic Boat Awareness Course
- Boat operations course (External) meeting NFPA 1006 and 1670 Awareness level.
- Boat Maintenance:
- Weekly routine maintenance by personnel assigned to stations equipped with boats.
- Inspections include:
- Trailer lights operational
- Prime, start, and run motors
- Inflate inflatable boats
- Inspect the hull and gunwales
- Check fuel and oil levels
- Verify boat inventory lists
- Clean the boat
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