Bomb Squad Response Procedures: Communication and Rescue Protocols

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What should fire and police personnel avoid doing near the control point during bomb incidents?

Approaching to look at the bomb technicians (correct)

Leaving the scene without permission

Approaching to ask questions

Entering the safety perimeter

What should fire personnel do with their apparatus in the safety perimeter during a bomb incident?

Request police personnel to handle it

Leave it unattended

Move it closer to the control point

Stay with it unless needed for rescue operations (correct)

What type of materials should fire personnel be aware that explosive devices may contain?

Metallic objects

Plastic only

Inert substances

Biological, chemical, or radiological material (correct)

What should personnel be cautious of when dealing with a bomb incident involving a secondary device?

Staging underneath a high-rise building Signup and view all the answers

What should be done when establishing an Incident Command site during a bomb incident?

Sweep the area visually for hazards Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

Why do staging areas pose a security risk according to the text?

They are high target areas for terrorists Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended firefighting tactic in case of a 'hit and run' scenario?

Deploying fog streams if the conditions allow Signup and view all the answers

When should overhauling be attempted at the scene of an explosive device detonation?

Only after the scene has been swept for secondary devices Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

What is advised regarding firefighting runoff water once secondary devices have been cleared?

Routing and containing it to preserve evidence Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances are fog streams preferred over straight streams?

If conditions allow and lessen the impact on the scene Signup and view all the answers

Why is coordination with law enforcement recommended before overhauling operations?

For evidentiary reasons related to the investigation Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

Why should Public Works be considered as a resource in such scenarios?

To provide expertise in routing firefighting runoff water Signup and view all the answers

What precaution should be taken regarding radios near the blast area?

Avoid transmitting radios within 300 feet of the blast area Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

When explosives are involved in a fire, what is the recommended action to take?

Isolate the area and protect exposures Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if indicated in response to a mass-casualty incident?

Activate mass-casualty incident protocols immediately Signup and view all the answers

According to experience, what is likely to cause most fires in an explosive incident?

Vehicles in the involved area Signup and view all the answers

Why should bystanders not wander through staging or Incident Command (IC) locations?

To prevent potential detonation of secondary devices due to unauthorized access Signup and view all the answers

Who should be in possession of a radio for emergency traffic in the forward location?

Bomb Squad members only Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

When can additional companies be dispatched according to the text?

Upon request by the Incident Commander Signup and view all the answers

Who needs to approve any actions beyond normal suspect item assignments?

The Battalion Chief in whose area the incident is located Signup and view all the answers

In what scenario should the Battalion Chief respond and establish a unified command?

When a large-scale evacuation is required Signup and view all the answers

Who should occupy the control point at the forward location?

Only Bomb Squad members or those requested specifically by the Bomb Squad Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of the forward location according to the text?

'Restricted' perimeter for tactical operations Signup and view all the answers

What is expected of fire personnel regarding leaving the scene?

They must remain until relieved by the Bomb Squad Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

During suspect item operations involving the Bomb Squad, what resources are staged on the perimeter for immediate rescue purposes?

Fire engines and ambulances Signup and view all the answers

What is the main responsibility of the AHJ (Authority Having Jurisdiction) at post-blast incidents involving casualties or structural hazards?

Implement incident command Signup and view all the answers

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' Signup and view all the answers

In large post-blast incidents with competing interests of life-safety versus evidence collection, what is required to manage such situations effectively?

'Unified command' Signup and view all the answers

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' Signup and view all the answers

What effect does doubling the distance from an explosion have on the blast pressure?

Decreases it by a factor of eight Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

What should Company Officers assert when contacting the Incident Commander about the units' mission?

They are not there to deal with the suspect item Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary safety concern when selecting a staging area at an incident involving a suspect item?

Potential danger from secondary devices Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

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' Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

What should be avoided when establishing a command site following a post-blast bombing?

Locations with objects like vehicles and containers Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

What should command officers prioritize to enhance safety during arrival or tactical operations after a post-blast bombing?

Establishing an extensive perimeter immediately Signup and view all the answers

What precaution is advised to fire personnel regarding staging areas in the text?

Maintain high security due to equipment and trained personnel presence Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended distance for radio transmission from the blast area?

300 feet Signup and view all the answers

Why is it advised not to fight the fire when explosives are involved?

It may cause a secondary device to detonate Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for rapidly extricating patients from an incident area to a remote location?

To minimize danger to rescuers Signup and view all the answers

When should mass-casualty incident protocols be activated?

When indicated by the situation Signup and view all the answers

Why should a wall of security be established around resources by law enforcement?

To prevent unauthorized access Signup and view all the answers

What is suggested as a precaution to prevent secondary device detonation near an explosive blast area?

Secure all entrances and exits Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended timeframe for delaying routine operations inside the perimeter after an explosive device detonation?

1 hour Signup and view all the answers

Why are fog streams preferred over straight streams in firefighting under certain conditions?

They lessen the impact on the scene Signup and view all the answers

What should be considered before attempting overhauling at the scene of an explosive device detonation?

Waiting for bomb technicians to sweep for secondary devices Signup and view all the answers

Why is coordination with law enforcement AHJ recommended before overhauling operations?

For evidentiary reasons Signup and view all the answers

What is the suggested approach for handling firefighting runoff water after bomb technicians have cleared secondary devices?

Controlling, routing, and containing it Signup and view all the answers

Why is it advised to use Public Works as a resource in bomb-related scenarios?

For assistance in handling debris removal Signup and view all the answers

When should routine operations inside the perimeter be delayed after the detonation of an explosive device?

One hour after detonation Signup and view all the answers

What action is recommended to be coordinated with law enforcement AHJ before initiating overhauling at a bomb incident scene?

Coordinating overhauling activities Signup and view all the answers