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What is the first step that the Chesapeake Fire Department takes upon receiving a report or alarm indicating the presence of carbon monoxide?
What is the first step that the Chesapeake Fire Department takes upon receiving a report or alarm indicating the presence of carbon monoxide?
What should the Emergency Communications Center do upon receiving a report of CO detector activation?
What should the Emergency Communications Center do upon receiving a report of CO detector activation?
What is the role of investigating personnel upon arriving at the scene of a CO detector activation?
What is the role of investigating personnel upon arriving at the scene of a CO detector activation?
What action should be taken if the source of CO is identified?
What action should be taken if the source of CO is identified?
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What should be done if the source of CO is an improperly operating appliance?
What should be done if the source of CO is an improperly operating appliance?
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What is the recommended course of action if the source of CO is not identified?
What is the recommended course of action if the source of CO is not identified?
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What should be done if occupants are displaying symptoms of CO poisoning?
What should be done if occupants are displaying symptoms of CO poisoning?
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What should be done if an appliance or heating unit needs repair?
What should be done if an appliance or heating unit needs repair?
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What should be used to ventilate the building if a gasoline-powered smoke ejector is not available?
What should be used to ventilate the building if a gasoline-powered smoke ejector is not available?
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What is the purpose of investigating the activated CO detector?
What is the purpose of investigating the activated CO detector?
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Study Notes
- The policy is for handling calls related to carbon monoxide (CO) detector activations.
- The Chesapeake Fire Department will respond to all reports and alarms indicating the presence of CO and mitigate health risks.
- Emergency Communications Center should inform responding personnel of CO detector activation and ascertain if people are displaying symptoms of CO poisoning.
- Arriving units should assess for necessary rescue, evaluate the situation, and investigate the building using a CO detector if available.
- Investigating personnel should remove occupants, examine the activated detector, interview the occupant, and check premises for CO sources.
- If the source of CO is identified, personnel should remove the source or shut off the device and ventilate the building thoroughly.
- If the source is an improperly operating appliance, issue a Red Tag and advise the occupant to have the appliance serviced by a licensed service technician.
- Do not attempt to repair or alter an appliance or heating unit.
- Do not ventilate the building with gasoline-powered smoke ejectors unless continuous CO monitoring is performed.
- If the source of CO is not identified, consider requesting a response by the gas company and complete any required property notification.
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"Test Your Knowledge on Handling Carbon Monoxide Detector Activations" - This quiz will challenge your understanding of the proper protocol for responding to and mitigating health risks related to carbon monoxide detector activations. Topics covered include emergency communication, building assessment, identifying sources of CO, and proper ventilation techniques. Sharpen your skills and ensure the safety of those around you with this informative quiz.
