Emergency Response Procedures
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Who is typically responsible for completing the extrication?

  • Tower Officer (correct)
  • Shift Commander
  • Engine Company
  • Rescue Group
  • What is the primary reason for requesting additional fire department resources?

  • To respond to a fuel spill
  • To coordinate with other emergency agencies
  • To provide more personnel for patient treatment
  • To assess the severity of patient needs or extrication requirements (correct)
  • When should engine companies provide hose line deployment?

  • During all extrication operations
  • Whenever a fuel spill is involved or during power/hand tool operations (correct)
  • During Electronic Vehicle extrication
  • Only during power tool operations
  • What is the primary responsibility of the Rescue Group during extrication operations?

    <p>Evaluating extrication needs and stabilization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When extricating Electronic Vehicles, what guidelines should be followed?

    <p>Extrication Guidelines and Considerations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of deactivating air bags during extrication?

    <p>To prevent air bag deployment during extrication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for coordinating activities with other emergency agencies during extrication operations?

    <p>Tower Officer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of evaluating stabilization needs during extrication?

    <p>To assess the damage to the involved vehicles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary concern when stabilizing vehicles involved in extrication activities?

    <p>Preventing vehicle air bag deployment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it essential to remove or cut the negative battery cable on damaged vehicles?

    <p>To reduce the chance of vehicle air bag deployment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done with removed window glass during extrication activities?

    <p>Relocate it underneath the involved vehicle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended sequence of actions for extrication activities?

    <p>Stabilize the vehicle, remove window glass, and then extricate the patient</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using heavy duty extrication blankets during patient removal?

    <p>To protect the patient from shattered glass</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should air bags be deactivated on damaged vehicles?

    <p>Before extrication activities begin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary concern when completing extrication activities using power tools?

    <p>Preventing air bag deployment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done to vehicles requiring extrication with hand or power tools?

    <p>Completely stabilize the vehicle prior to extrication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstances would an incident be upgraded to an "Entrapment" response?

    <p>When the Incident Commander determines that extrication equipment is necessary.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary responsibility of the first arriving Engine Officer in an incident?

    <p>To assume the Incident Command position and manage all aspects of the response.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following personnel is NOT automatically equipped with protective clothing, as per the provided content?

    <p>Civilian bystanders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the 2nd Ambulance in an upgraded response for an extrication?

    <p>To provide care and transport for emergency personnel working on the incident.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a task assigned to the first arriving Engine Officer as the Incident Commander?

    <p>Determining the need for an upgraded response based on the severity of the incident.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which piece of extrication equipment is NOT found on Tower 22?

    <p>Hydraulic cutter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the provided text, what can be inferred about the use of extrication equipment?

    <p>Extrication tools should only be used when all safety guidelines and considerations have been met.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of the provided text, what does the term "scene mitigation" most likely refer to?

    <p>The process of identifying and addressing any potential hazards at the scene.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the provided information, which of the following is NOT a factor in determining the need for additional fire department resources during extrication operations?

    <p>The time required for extrication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the purpose of early communication with the receiving hospital in a multi-patient incident?

    <p>To alert the hospital of the potential influx of patients and their general needs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the provided information, which of the following situations would NOT require an Incident Commander to communicate with the hospital?

    <p>A multi-vehicle accident with only minor injuries requiring BLS.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the provided information, what is the recommended response for a situation involving three BLS patients?

    <p>Two ambulances.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the provided information, what is the primary reason for limiting on-scene time for ALS trauma patients to 10 minutes or less?

    <p>To ensure timely transport to the hospital for definitive care.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the provided information, what is the primary source of information for the Incident Commander regarding the response to a multi-patient incident?

    <p>HEFD Standard Operating Guidelines.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When removing a roof section from a vehicle with a plastic roof, what is the primary reason to remove the entire roof section rather than just a flap?

    <p>To avoid potential violent recoil of the plastic roof due to stored energy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During vehicle extrication, what is the primary concern regarding stored gas cylinders that have not been depressurized?

    <p>The cylinders can be a source of ignition if cut.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the preferred method for moving wreckage off a patient located in the front seat after a frontal collision?

    <p>Removing the dashboard and firewall assembly using a spreader.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most effective strategy for working with plastic components during vehicle extrication?

    <p>Carefully removing the plastic panels before cutting or moving the steel frame.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of extricating electronic vehicles, what is the "cut-loop"?

    <p>A designated area on the battery where it can be safely cut to de-energize the vehicle.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about de-energizing an EV is NOT correct?

    <p>High voltage (orange) cables and medium voltage (larger gauge cables) should be cut to de-energize.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these scenarios would make it nearly impossible to effectively displace the dashboard during extrication?

    <p>When both A-posts are intact or the opposite side door is jammed shut.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for removing interior trim from the area before cutting the A, B, or C-posts?

    <p>To allow for better visualization of the underlying structure and potential hazards.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    accident scene management

    • All non-injured personnel should be moved to a protected area 50' from the accident scene
    • Incident Commander may reduce this requirement

    extrication equipment

    • Tower 22 equipped with electric cutter, electric spreader, and electric ram
    • Squad 22 equipped with 2 electric spreaders, 2 electric cutters, and 2 electric rams
    • Use of extrication equipment reserved for times when all Extrication Guidelines and Considerations have been accomplished

    upgraded response for extrication

    • Battalion Chief assumes Incident Command position as needed
    • 2nd Ambulance for care and transport of emergency personnel working on the incident
    • Tower 22 officer assumes Rescue Group

    first arriving engine company operations

    • First arriving Engine Officer assumes Incident Commander role
    • Responsible for:
    • Hazard evaluation
    • Patient evaluation (number, severity, BLS/ALS status)
    • Priority of patient treatment (triage)
    • Initiating scene mitigation assignments
    • Requesting additional fire department resources
    • Coordinating with other emergency agencies

    engine company operations

    • Coordinate activities of Rescue and EMS companies
    • Hazard evaluation and mitigation
    • Deactivation of air bags by disconnecting or cutting negative battery cable
    • Patient treatment and removal from vehicles
    • Hose line deployment (for fuel spills, extrication, etc.)
    • Foam application (for fuel spills, etc.)
    • Request additional fire department resources

    squad and tower company operations

    • Tower Officer responsible for extrication activities:
    • Evaluating extrication needs
    • Evaluating stabilization needs
    • Priority of extrication operations
    • Initiating extrication mitigation assignments
    • Requesting additional Fire Department extrication resources
    • Coordinating with other emergency agencies
    • Squad and Tower companies involved in:
    • Hazard evaluation and mitigation
    • Patient removal from vehicles
    • Providing protection for patients trapped in vehicles
    • Stabilizing vehicles
    • Completing extrication activities using power and hand tools

    extrication guidelines and considerations

    • Vehicles requiring extrication should be stabilized prior to extrication
    • Remove or cut negative battery cable prior to extrication
    • Remove or lower window glass prior to extrication
    • Remove entire roof section when necessary
    • Displace entire dash and firewall assembly using a spreader
    • Strip away body panels to access steel frame in vehicles with plastic components
    • Cut-loop is the only acceptable place to cut battery for Electric Vehicles (EV) or Hybrids

    emergency medical treatment guidelines

    • Goal of no more than 10 minutes of on-scene time for ALS trauma patients
    • Attempt to respond one ambulance for each ALS patient or one ambulance for every two BLS patients
    • Communicate with hospital early in incident to provide brief description of accident and patient information

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    Instructions for personnel on how to respond during an accident scene, including evacuation procedures and equipment information.

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