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What should the Incident Commander do upon receiving a Mayday call from a firefighter?
Acknowledge the Mayday and clear all radio traffic
What information should the Mayday status report from the firefighter include?
Location, unit, name, air supply, resources needed
What action should be taken upon receiving notice of a firefighter calling a Mayday?
Activate the Rapid Intervention Crew (RIC)
What should be done with fireground operations upon receiving a Mayday call?
Transfer fireground operations to another TAC channel
What should a firefighter do after activating the emergency call button or keying the mic on the radio during a Mayday situation?
Remain calm and transmit 'Mayday, Mayday, Mayday'
What should personnel do regarding radio traffic during a Mayday situation?
Avoid any radio traffic while the Mayday is transmitted and acknowledged
What is the responsibility of the IC or a Group/Division supervisor when a firefighter calls a Mayday?
Try to assist the firefighter by communicating self-help techniques
What should personnel do if they know the exact location of a member calling a Mayday and determine that a rescue can be made?
Communicate with the officer coordinating the Mayday response before engaging in the rescue
What should one person be responsible for during a Mayday situation?
Conducting a LUNAR and assessing the condition of the trapped or missing firefighter
What is recommended for non-affected personnel during a Mayday situation?
Switch to other tactical frequencies and dedicate individuals solely to monitoring them
What is an important step for Group/Division supervisors and Company Officers during a Mayday situation?
Taking reasonable steps to ensure assigned personnel are following air management practices
Test your knowledge of the Mayday procedures for Department personnel operating at emergency incidents as outlined in the Coral Springs-Parkland Fire Department 309 Fire Procedure Manual.
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