Emergency Reporting Procedures Quiz

An alarm dispatched when there is a fire, smoke, or other major incident located on a Metro surface or aerial right of way.

The closest station or point of access to the incident, as recommended by Metro OCC.

The station furthest from the incident, where secondary units will respond.

An alarm dispatched when there is a fire, smoke, or other major incident in a Metro tunnel.

The station closest to the incident in a Metro tunnel, receiving the bulk of the initial response.

The station furthest from the incident in a Metro tunnel, providing secondary support.

The station closest to the incident in a Metro tunnel, receiving the bulk of the initial response.

The station furthest from the incident in a Metro tunnel, providing secondary support.

Special operations battalion chief, responsible for managing specialized resources like hazmat or mass casualty.

The Metro Rail Operations Control Center (ROCC) contacts the Office of Unified Communications (OUC) to request emergency assistance.

A standard format is used to relay all relevant information about the emergency to the Office of Unified Communications (OUC).

The Office of Unified Communications (OUC) uses a specific worksheet to gather information, ensuring efficient dispatch of the appropriate emergency response.

A Metro Station Box Alarm is dispatched for a fire, smoke, or major incident in a station.

A Metro Station Box Alarm is dispatched for a derailment, crash, or mass casualty incident in a station.

Additional units, such as a second rescue squad, Mass Casualty Task Force, and Hazmat, are added to the Metro Station Box Alarm based on the specific situation.

The standard assignment for a Metro Station Box Alarm includes 5 engines, 2 trucks, 1 BFC for operations (incident commander), 1 Special Ops BFC, 1 Rescue Squad, 1 EMS supervisor, 1 basic EMS unit, 1 medic unit, and a Safety Battalion Chief.

The process of confirming that the train operator and ROCC (Radio Operations Control Center) are in contact, ensuring proper communication and safety for train movement.

The evaluation of the ventilation system at a Metro station, ensuring proper airflow and air quality during an emergency.

A group of first responders (typically the first due engine and truck) that investigates the situation at a Metro station, assesses hazards, and determines the nature of the incident.

A designated officer who coordinates and supervises the activities of the Recon Group.

The point where members of the Primary Station Recon Group enter the station.

The designated meeting point for the Recon Group at the station.

Identifying whether the situation requires a maintenance response or an emergency response, determining the root cause of the incident.

Meeting the second due engine at a designated location and forming a larger recon group.

Devices used to control the flow of water through the Metro standpipe system.

The point where members of the Recon group enter the station and proceed to the designated meeting point.

An incident response plan for emergencies within the Metro system, involving a specific assignment of resources and a predetermined strategy.

A designated individual at the Rail Operations Control Center (ROCC) who communicates with fire department personnel during an emergency.

The closest Metro station to the reported location of the incident, where the initial response team will deploy.

The strategy used for the Metro Local Alarm, where all units respond directly to the primary station.

The group formed by the responding companies under the command of the Battalion Chief (BFC) for the Metro Local Alarm.

The Battalion Chief (BFC) who serves as the Incident Commander for the Metro Local Alarm.

The process of determining if an incident is a genuine emergency requiring immediate action or a routine maintenance issue.

The role of the responding units in the Metro Local Alarm to assess the situation and determine the level of assistance needed from WMATA.

The pre-determined assignment of resources for the Metro Local Alarm, including Engines, Trucks, Battalion Chiefs, and Special Operations personnel.

The initial response team for the Metro Local Alarm, consisting of 3 Engines, 2 Trucks, 1 BFC-Ops, and 1 Special Operations Battalion Chief.

A Metro Local Alarm response in which the Third Due Engine Company stays in line of approach and waits for further orders. The company can be used for tasks like communication relay, accountability officer, or responding to secondary entrances or alternate entrances based on incident location.

A response to a hazardous materials incident in the Metro system involving a suspicious package, powder, or a CB-EMIS alarm. This response includes a specific combination of units, such as engines, a truck, a SpOps BFC, a rescue squad, EMS units, and safety officers.

A response to incidents in the Metro system requiring technical rescue capabilities, like rescuing injured or trapped individuals. This response includes specific units, including engines, a truck, a SpOps BFC, a rescue squad, EMS personnel, and safety officers.

The unit assigned to assist the Recon Group in providing a communications relay during a Metro Local Alarm. This unit provides support for communication between different response teams.

The unit assigned to serve as the accountability officer at the Entry Control Point during a Metro Local Alarm if the incident's severity escalates. This role ensures proper tracking of personnel and resources.