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What is a primary safety requirement for personnel in the HOT ZONE?
What is a primary safety requirement for personnel in the HOT ZONE?
- Use only eye protection without full protective clothing
- Wear reflective gear regardless of the situation
- Wear casual clothing appropriate for the environment
- Wear full protective clothing including eye protection (correct)
What should personnel do when using tools during extrication?
What should personnel do when using tools during extrication?
- Cover sharps to prevent injuries
- Force the tool if resistance is felt
- Let the tool do the work and avoid forcing it (correct)
- Pull the tool back to reposition frequently
When should the Extrication Group inform the Incident Commander about the patient's status?
When should the Extrication Group inform the Incident Commander about the patient's status?
- Once the patient has been disentangled (correct)
- Only if there are complications during extrication
- Immediately after arriving on the scene
- After the patient has been transported
What action should be taken upon completion of an extrication operation?
What action should be taken upon completion of an extrication operation?
What does the phrase 'MOVE AN INCH, CRIB AN INCH' emphasize?
What does the phrase 'MOVE AN INCH, CRIB AN INCH' emphasize?
Which procedure is vital for ensuring the rescue area is safe before performing an extrication?
Which procedure is vital for ensuring the rescue area is safe before performing an extrication?
What is the purpose of the procedures for managing general hazards during vehicle rescue?
What is the purpose of the procedures for managing general hazards during vehicle rescue?
What is one of the technician-level functions in vehicle and machinery rescue operations?
What is one of the technician-level functions in vehicle and machinery rescue operations?
Which procedure is NOT specified for operations-level functions in vehicle and machinery rescue?
Which procedure is NOT specified for operations-level functions in vehicle and machinery rescue?
What is emphasized in the procedures for victim protection during extrication?
What is emphasized in the procedures for victim protection during extrication?
What is a key aspect of the procedures for stopping fuel release at a rescue scene?
What is a key aspect of the procedures for stopping fuel release at a rescue scene?
Why is the advanced stabilization of vehicles important during rescue operations?
Why is the advanced stabilization of vehicles important during rescue operations?
What role does the procurement of resources play in vehicle and machinery rescue operations?
What role does the procurement of resources play in vehicle and machinery rescue operations?
What is the correct composition of a First Alarm response?
What is the correct composition of a First Alarm response?
In the context of scene safety, which is NOT a minimal required assessment during size-up?
In the context of scene safety, which is NOT a minimal required assessment during size-up?
Which resources are NOT typically identified for an additional resource requirement during an incident?
Which resources are NOT typically identified for an additional resource requirement during an incident?
What is the primary function of hazard control and abatement procedures upon the first engine's arrival?
What is the primary function of hazard control and abatement procedures upon the first engine's arrival?
What should be considered during apparatus placement at an incident scene?
What should be considered during apparatus placement at an incident scene?
What type of additional alarm includes One DC and One LR?
What type of additional alarm includes One DC and One LR?
Which of the following is NOT a primary focus of scene safety during an incident?
Which of the following is NOT a primary focus of scene safety during an incident?
What is one of the first functions of hazard control and abatement?
What is one of the first functions of hazard control and abatement?
What should be avoided when handling Nader pins?
What should be avoided when handling Nader pins?
What is the primary goal when breaking glass for patient access?
What is the primary goal when breaking glass for patient access?
What must be opened before attempting a rolling dash technique?
What must be opened before attempting a rolling dash technique?
Which of the following is an important consideration before breaking glass?
Which of the following is an important consideration before breaking glass?
What should be prioritized when assessing a patient's situation during extrication?
What should be prioritized when assessing a patient's situation during extrication?
Which posts should be cut first when removing the roof?
Which posts should be cut first when removing the roof?
What is an important consideration when cutting the roof during extrication?
What is an important consideration when cutting the roof during extrication?
How should seat belts be handled in an extrication situation?
How should seat belts be handled in an extrication situation?
What should one have on hand when attempting to remove the roof?
What should one have on hand when attempting to remove the roof?
What is one technique to gain valuable space in a vehicle during extrication?
What is one technique to gain valuable space in a vehicle during extrication?
What should responders do if extrication operations are negatively affecting the patient?
What should responders do if extrication operations are negatively affecting the patient?
Which part of the vehicle should be cribbed during the rolling dash technique?
Which part of the vehicle should be cribbed during the rolling dash technique?
When removing doors during an extrication, what should responders assess first?
When removing doors during an extrication, what should responders assess first?
When removing the roof, what should be done with the moldings?
When removing the roof, what should be done with the moldings?
Which action should be taken when breaking tempered glass?
Which action should be taken when breaking tempered glass?
What is the significance of cutting posts lower than necessary?
What is the significance of cutting posts lower than necessary?
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Study Notes
Vehicle and Machinery Extrication Operations
- Emergency response personnel must establish procedures to identify probable victim locations and assess survivability.
- Safety measures include stabilizing and isolating all vehicles and machinery (e.g., Lock-out/Tag-out).
- Procedures need to be in place for identifying, containing, and stopping any fuel releases.
Extrication Procedures
- Protect victims during extrication and package them properly before removal.
- Use hand tools to access victims trapped in vehicles and machinery.
- Address general and specific hazards like fires and explosions during rescues.
- Procure necessary resources and equipment for effective rescue operations.
- Maintain traffic control at rescue scenes.
Technician-Level Functions
- Extrication units must focus on specialized operations for large or heavy vehicles and machinery.
- Advanced stabilization techniques are crucial for unusual rescue situations.
- Ensure utilization of all specialized rescue equipment.
Response Requirements
- First Alarm: Includes one ALS Unit, one Engine, and one Sunstar.
- Upgraded responses may require additional units based on severity and location.
- Specialized equipment may be necessary, such as Haz-Mat or Technical Rescue teams.
Scene Safety Management
- Scene safety is prioritized for civilians, bystanders, and emergency personnel.
- Initial size-up is essential, assessing number of victims, damage degree, and lane blockage.
- Placement of apparatus should ensure a safe working area and traffic blockage as needed.
Hazard Control Measures
- First responders must remove bystanders from the "HOT ZONE."
- Access patients carefully, potentially breaking glass away from them.
- Continuously assess patient status and degree of entrapment, coordinating with the Incident Commander.
Extrication Techniques
- Use specialized methods for removing doors and roofs to ensure patient safety.
- Remove all glass to minimize hazards, breaking tempered glass inside the vehicle when necessary.
- Assess mechanical features like seat belts, airbags, and pre-tensioners to prevent further injury.
Removal and Transfer Protocols
- Once disentangled, patients receive ongoing treatment before packaging for transport.
- The Extrication Group must communicate patient status to the Incident Commander.
Termination Procedures
- Clean and store equipment post-incident, adhering to inventory protocols.
- Ensure dispatch is updated that the incident concluded as an "extrication operation."
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