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?

Evaluating extrication needs and stabilization Signup and view all the answers

When extricating Electronic Vehicles, what guidelines should be followed?

Extrication Guidelines and Considerations Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of deactivating air bags during extrication?

To prevent air bag deployment during extrication Signup and view all the answers

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

Tower Officer Signup and view all the answers

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

To assess the damage to the involved vehicles Signup and view all the answers

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

Preventing vehicle air bag deployment Signup and view all the answers

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

To reduce the chance of vehicle air bag deployment Signup and view all the answers

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

Relocate it underneath the involved vehicle Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended sequence of actions for extrication activities?

Stabilize the vehicle, remove window glass, and then extricate the patient Signup and view all the answers

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

To protect the patient from shattered glass Signup and view all the answers

When should air bags be deactivated on damaged vehicles?

Before extrication activities begin Signup and view all the answers

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

Preventing air bag deployment Signup and view all the answers

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

Completely stabilize the vehicle prior to extrication Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

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

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

Civilian bystanders Signup and view all the answers

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

To provide care and transport for emergency personnel working on the incident. 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?

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

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

Hydraulic cutter Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

The process of identifying and addressing any potential hazards at the scene. 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?

The time required for extrication 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?

To alert the hospital of the potential influx of patients and their general needs. 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?

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

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

Two ambulances. 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?

To ensure timely transport to the hospital for definitive care. 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?

HEFD Standard Operating Guidelines. 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?

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

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

The cylinders can be a source of ignition if cut. 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?

Removing the dashboard and firewall assembly using a spreader. Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

When both A-posts are intact or the opposite side door is jammed shut. 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?

To allow for better visualization of the underlying structure and potential hazards. 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.