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What is the primary responsibility of the Fire Department when responding to a reported carbon monoxide problem?
What is the primary responsibility of the Fire Department when responding to a reported carbon monoxide problem?
- To repair the problem with the heating or cooking equipment
- To issue a Notice of Findings Form without evaluating existing CO levels
- To ventilate the building without taking atmospheric readings
- To render emergency medical care and assist occupants with exiting the building (correct)
When is it required to fully don and operate SCBAs and pass devices?
When is it required to fully don and operate SCBAs and pass devices?
- When entering a building with an activated CO detector
- When readings of 35 PPM or greater are found (correct)
- When atmospheric readings exceed 10 ppm
- When occupants are complaining of signs and symptoms of CO poisoning
What is the purpose of taking atmospheric readings in multiple rooms?
What is the purpose of taking atmospheric readings in multiple rooms?
- To identify the type of CO detector used
- To evaluate existing levels of carbon monoxide in all appropriate rooms (correct)
- To decide whether to issue a Notice of Findings Form
- To determine the source of the CO leak
What document is issued to advise the occupant(s) of the findings?
What document is issued to advise the occupant(s) of the findings?
What is the first step when responding to a reported carbon monoxide problem?
What is the first step when responding to a reported carbon monoxide problem?
What is the minimum CO level that requires specific actions according to the Notice of Findings Form?
What is the minimum CO level that requires specific actions according to the Notice of Findings Form?
What is the purpose of wearing full protective clothing and SCBAs?
What is the purpose of wearing full protective clothing and SCBAs?
What is the re-evaluation date for the SOG on Carbon Monoxide Emergency Activation?
What is the re-evaluation date for the SOG on Carbon Monoxide Emergency Activation?
Study Notes
Hoffman Estates Fire Department Standard Operating Guidelines
Purpose
- The Fire Department investigates reported carbon monoxide problems but does not repair heating or cooking equipment issues.
- Their response involves:
- Rendering emergency medical care
- Assisting occupants with exiting the building
- Evaluating carbon monoxide levels
- Advising occupants of findings through a Notice of Findings Form
Procedure
Initial Response
- Respond to activated CO detectors or occupant complaints of CO poisoning signs and symptoms
- Wear full protective clothing and SCBAs with an atmospheric meter
Atmospheric Readings
- Take readings outside the building, upon entering the affected area, and in all appropriate rooms (e.g., utility, kitchen, and furnace)
- Readings of 35 PPM or greater require fully donning and operating SCBAs and PASS devices
Dealing with CO Levels
- Determine CO readings according to the Notice of Findings Form
- Follow these guidelines:
- 10 PPM or greater: [insert action]
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Description
This quiz is about the Standard Operating Guidelines for the Hoffman Estates Fire Department, specifically covering carbon monoxide emergency activation procedures. It is NIMS compliant and went into effect on January 1, 2022. The quiz covers important procedures for emergency responders.
