30 Questions
According to the text, what steps should be taken to coordinate actions for an electrical emergency?
Contact the Alarm Office
What information should the Fire Alarm Office provide to FPL in case of an electrical emergency?
Address, city, and nature of emergency
What should the first arriving unit do in case of an electrical emergency?
Attempt to locate the electrical emergency
What should be done to ensure crowd and traffic control during an electrical emergency?
Police for crowd and traffic control
What should be done to keep unauthorized personnel out during an electrical emergency?
Keep out all unauthorized personnel
What should be done with the apparatus during an electrical emergency?
Keep apparatus at a safe distance
What equipment should personnel wear during an electrical emergency?
Full Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Who should be let in during an electrical emergency?
Properly identified FPL personnel
What color should be used to report PCB leaks over the radio?
Yellow
What should be done with the siamese during an electrical emergency?
Charge the siamese
According to the text, what should be done when exposed wires are found in meter boxes?
Notify FPL and tape the outside of the meter box
What is the recommended safe distance for a fog stream when protecting exposures?
15 feet
What is the main purpose of dike water runoff if oil is involved?
To contain contaminated liquids
What should be done to control a fire until FPL arrives on the scene?
Use hose lines to protect exposures
What should never be attempted by firefighters in regards to electric meters?
Removing them
What should be done if a fire involves electrical transformers in vaults or electrical capacitors?
Treat it as a PCB incident
What is the recommended action in cases of extreme emergency or to prevent extension of the fire?
Extinguish with fog stream, dry chemical, or CO2
What should be done when live wires are found in the electric meter room?
Notify FPL and tape the outside of the meter box
What is the recommended action for firefighters when there is a PCB atmosphere or energized vaults?
Enter for life-threatening situations only
What should be done with smoke propagation and channeling?
Address it immediately
According to the text, what should be done if a vehicle is in contact with an electrical wire?
Drive the vehicle away from the wires
What is the recommended safe distance for a fog stream when protecting exposures?
15 feet
What should be done if occupants are trapped in a vehicle that is in contact with an energized wire?
Wait for authorized FPL personnel to handle the wire
What should be done if wires are in contact with a fire apparatus?
Attempt to drive the vehicle away from the wires
What should be done if a fallen wire or damaged electrical equipment is encountered?
Guard the fallen wire or damaged equipment
What should be done before jumping from a fire apparatus at night?
Examine the surroundings with a light to check for fallen wires
What should be done if occupants of a vehicle in contact with an energized wire are not injured?
Wait for authorized FPL personnel to handle the wire
What should be done if occupants of a vehicle in contact with an energized wire are injured and need attention?
Attempt to handle the live wire from the vehicle
What should be done if a fire unit officer and fire fighters enter a building or area during an inside emergency?
All of the above
What is the recommended Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for fire fighters entering a building or area during an inside emergency?
Bunker gear, SCBA, fire helmet, gloves
Test your knowledge on electrical emergency procedures with this quiz. Learn about the steps to be taken and coordination required during incidents involving electrical transmission equipment. Understand the notification process and the importance of contacting the Florida Power and Light Company (FPL) in such emergencies.
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