19 Questions
What is the purpose of not tying up external resources?
To avoid delays in the incident response
Who is responsible for reviewing the scene map?
Incident Area Supervisor
What is the purpose of summarizing the actions taken during an incident?
To document the incident response for future reference
What is the purpose of the Captain's Report?
To document the incident response
What is the purpose of the Triage Priority system?
To prioritize patient care based on the severity of their condition
What is the purpose of the Captain offering to post guards?
To ensure scene safety
What is the primary purpose of the Captain Sheet?
To evaluate the team's performance during a rescue scenario
What is the purpose of the Mine Rescue Teams?
To assist in scene safety and rescue operations
What is the purpose of the Captain's offer to assist in the investigation?
To support the investigation and provide additional resources
What should the Captain do if a line item is not applicable to the task?
Use 'N/A' to indicate non-applicability
What is the purpose of reminding team members to discard any barriers/biohazard(s) as required?
To follow proper first aid training protocols
What is the significance of the 'Hazards Managed & Cached' section?
It identifies and controls hazards specific to the task
What is the purpose of the Captain's Sheet?
To track the incident response score
What is the penalty for requesting an external resource that is not required?
Deduction of 2 points
What is the primary focus of the Captain's communication with dispatch?
Confirming the nature of the incident
What is the purpose of the Captain's team checks throughout the task?
To monitor team members' fatigue and priorities
What is the significance of the 'Patient Care & Safety' section?
It emphasizes the importance of treating patients with respect and handling them without aggression
What should the Captain do before entering the scene?
Ensure the scene is safe to enter
What is the purpose of the 'External Resource Notifications' section?
To notify external resources of the scene location
Study Notes
Incident Command and Control
- The Captain is responsible for identifying themselves and their team, taking control of the scene with authority, and assigning specific duties to team members.
- The Captain ensures team members are aware of the Incident Action Plan, objectives, and priorities.
- They communicate any shift in objectives or priorities on scene and complete team checks throughout the task.
Scene Safety and Management
- The Captain ensures a safe access and egress point for rescuers and designates a safe treatment/staging area.
- They identify and cache hazards, ensuring a thorough scene survey and 360-degree assessment.
- The Captain ensures all hazards are controlled, including fall/travel restraints, air monitoring, and equipment securement.
Patient Care and Safety
- The Captain emphasizes the importance of treating patients with respect, handling them without aggression, and packaging them without harm throughout the scenario.
- They ensure patients are assessed and triaged accordingly, with condition and priority levels recorded.
Communication and Reporting
- The Captain provides information to dispatch, including time of arrival, command establishment, incident nature, and callback number or radio channel.
- They report the number of casualties and hazards identified and controlled.
- The Captain completes a thorough captains' report, including a scene map review, time of arrival, and actions taken.
External Resources and Notifications
- The Captain notifies external resources as required, including 911, BCAS, STARS, Emergency Link Center/BC Life Flight, Fire, RCMP, Search and Rescue, and the Coroner.
- Deductions are made for requesting unnecessary external resources.
Evaluate a team captain's performance during an emergency response scenario. Assess their leadership skills, communication, and adherence to safety protocols. Provide feedback on their ability to take control, check team readiness, and ensure PPE compliance.
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