76 Questions
What should fire and police personnel avoid doing near the control point during bomb incidents?
Approaching to look at the bomb technicians
What should fire personnel do with their apparatus in the safety perimeter during a bomb incident?
Stay with it unless needed for rescue operations
What type of materials should fire personnel be aware that explosive devices may contain?
Biological, chemical, or radiological material
What should personnel be cautious of when dealing with a bomb incident involving a secondary device?
Staging underneath a high-rise building
What should be done when establishing an Incident Command site during a bomb incident?
Sweep the area visually for hazards
What is one of the first priorities when establishing an Incident Command site following a large post-blast bombing?
Finding an Incident Command location that is secure
How can suppression personnel reduce their risk of injury from secondary devices before the Bomb Squad arrives?
Avoiding locations with objects like vehicles and dumpsters
Why should command officers begin a Unified command with law enforcement as soon as possible following a large post-blast bombing?
To coordinate resources and force protection measures
What should be avoided when establishing a command site after a post-blast bombing to prevent risks from secondary devices?
Locations with dumpsters or vehicles
What action may fire personnel have to take before finding a location free of objects for establishing an Incident Command site?
Pushing the perimeter outward
Why do staging areas pose a security risk according to the text?
They are high target areas for terrorists
What is suggested in the text for dealing with potential secondary explosive devices before the Bomb Squad arrives?
Avoiding locations with objects like vehicles and dumpsters
Why should fire units be assigned as a recon group after a large post-blast bombing?
To find a suitable location for establishing an Incident Command site
What is the recommended firefighting tactic in case of a 'hit and run' scenario?
Deploying fog streams if the conditions allow
When should overhauling be attempted at the scene of an explosive device detonation?
Only after the scene has been swept for secondary devices
What precaution is recommended after the detonation of an explosive device in terms of routine operations inside the perimeter?
Delaying non-essential operations for one hour
What is advised regarding firefighting runoff water once secondary devices have been cleared?
Routing and containing it to preserve evidence
Under what circumstances are fog streams preferred over straight streams?
If conditions allow and lessen the impact on the scene
Why is coordination with law enforcement recommended before overhauling operations?
For evidentiary reasons related to the investigation
What is the primary reason for delaying routine operations inside the perimeter after an explosive device detonation?
To prevent a secondary device targeting emergency responders
Why should Public Works be considered as a resource in such scenarios?
To provide expertise in routing firefighting runoff water
What precaution should be taken regarding radios near the blast area?
Avoid transmitting radios within 300 feet of the blast area
Under what conditions might the usual method of rendering medical aid need to be modified?
When the Incident Commander directs a change due to specific circumstances
What distance is recommended for extricating patients from an incident area to minimize danger to rescuers?
As far as possible from the incident area, ideally 1200 feet
When explosives are involved in a fire, what is the recommended action to take?
Isolate the area and protect exposures
What is suggested as a preferred method of rendering aid to victims without endangering rescuers?
Moving patients away quickly from the incident area to a remote location
What should be done if indicated in response to a mass-casualty incident?
Activate mass-casualty incident protocols immediately
According to experience, what is likely to cause most fires in an explosive incident?
Vehicles in the involved area
Why should bystanders not wander through staging or Incident Command (IC) locations?
To prevent potential detonation of secondary devices due to unauthorized access
Who should be in possession of a radio for emergency traffic in the forward location?
Bomb Squad members only
What action will not be taken by the engine and rescue assigned to rescue an injured bomb technician?
Leave the scene due to non-emergency incidents
When can additional companies be dispatched according to the text?
Upon request by the Incident Commander
Who needs to approve any actions beyond normal suspect item assignments?
The Battalion Chief in whose area the incident is located
In what scenario should the Battalion Chief respond and establish a unified command?
When a large-scale evacuation is required
Who should occupy the control point at the forward location?
Only Bomb Squad members or those requested specifically by the Bomb Squad
What is a characteristic of the forward location according to the text?
'Restricted' perimeter for tactical operations
What is expected of fire personnel regarding leaving the scene?
They must remain until relieved by the Bomb Squad
In the case of post-blast incidents involving casualties or structural hazards, which department is responsible for implementing incident command and carrying out rescue operations?
Fire Department
What is the primary jurisdiction over potential crime scenes involving hazardous device incidents or post-blast incidents that do not result in casualties or fire?
Law enforcement
What is the general role of the Fire Department at post-blast incidents that do not result in casualties or structural hazards?
Implement fire suppression tactics
During suspect item operations involving the Bomb Squad, what resources are staged on the perimeter for immediate rescue purposes?
Fire engines and ambulances
What is the main responsibility of the AHJ (Authority Having Jurisdiction) at post-blast incidents involving casualties or structural hazards?
Implement incident command
What is the key factor that necessitates the Fire Department to implement incident command at post-blast incidents with casualties or fire?
'Overriding life-safety issues'
In large post-blast incidents with competing interests of life-safety versus evidence collection, what is required to manage such situations effectively?
'Unified command'
What is the general role of the Fire Department when the Bomb Squad is operating at the scene of a suspect item?
'Provide immediate rescue'
What effect does doubling the distance from an explosion have on the blast pressure?
Decreases it by a factor of eight
What is the recommended response of units upon arrival at a suspect item location?
Wait for the Bomb Squad and avoid approaching the suspect item
What should Company Officers assert when contacting the Incident Commander about the units' mission?
They are not there to deal with the suspect item
What should be done if a safety perimeter is not yet established upon arriving at an incident location?
Select a staging area within 300 feet from the suspect item
When responding to a bomb incident, what statement should Company Officers make regarding their role?
They are not there to deal with the suspect item directly
What is the primary safety concern when selecting a staging area at an incident involving a suspect item?
Potential danger from secondary devices
What should companies do if a safety perimeter is not yet established at a bomb incident scene?
Select a staging area providing quick access to the incident scene
What role should Company Officers take upon arrival at an incident involving a suspect item?
'Assert that they are not there to deal with the suspect item'
What can suppression personnel do to reduce their risk of injury from secondary devices before the Bomb Squad arrives?
Look for locations containing vehicles and closed containers
Why is it suggested to establish a Unified Command with law enforcement after a large post-blast bombing?
To coordinate resources and force protection measures
What is the purpose of assigning fire units as a recon group after a large post-blast bombing?
To locate a suitable, secure location for Incident Command
What is one way to ensure higher security in staging areas, as mentioned in the text?
Implement security measures due to their high-value nature
What should be avoided when establishing a command site following a post-blast bombing?
Locations with objects like vehicles and containers
Why is coordination with law enforcement essential in establishing an Incident Command site post a large post-blast bombing?
To coordinate force protection measures and resources
What should command officers prioritize to enhance safety during arrival or tactical operations after a post-blast bombing?
Establishing an extensive perimeter immediately
What precaution is advised to fire personnel regarding staging areas in the text?
Maintain high security due to equipment and trained personnel presence
What is the recommended distance for radio transmission from the blast area?
300 feet
Why is it advised not to fight the fire when explosives are involved?
It may cause a secondary device to detonate
What should be done if a bomb incident involves vehicles on fire according to the text?
Ensure the safety of personnel and isolate the area
What is the main reason for rapidly extricating patients from an incident area to a remote location?
To minimize danger to rescuers
When should mass-casualty incident protocols be activated?
When indicated by the situation
Why should a wall of security be established around resources by law enforcement?
To prevent unauthorized access
What is suggested as a precaution to prevent secondary device detonation near an explosive blast area?
Secure all entrances and exits
What is the recommended timeframe for delaying routine operations inside the perimeter after an explosive device detonation?
1 hour
Why are fog streams preferred over straight streams in firefighting under certain conditions?
They lessen the impact on the scene
What should be considered before attempting overhauling at the scene of an explosive device detonation?
Waiting for bomb technicians to sweep for secondary devices
Why is coordination with law enforcement AHJ recommended before overhauling operations?
For evidentiary reasons
What is the suggested approach for handling firefighting runoff water after bomb technicians have cleared secondary devices?
Controlling, routing, and containing it
Why is it advised to use Public Works as a resource in bomb-related scenarios?
For assistance in handling debris removal
When should routine operations inside the perimeter be delayed after the detonation of an explosive device?
One hour after detonation
What action is recommended to be coordinated with law enforcement AHJ before initiating overhauling at a bomb incident scene?
Coordinating overhauling activities
Test your knowledge on the communication procedures and rescue protocols followed by the bomb squad team during emergencies. Understand the importance of coordination between bomb technicians and fire personnel in such situations.
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