Fire Department Accident Response Guidelines
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Fire Department Accident Response Guidelines

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What is the purpose of the Accident with Personal Injury (ACPI) guideline?

  • To train firefighters in basic life support
  • To provide standardized and predetermined responses to all incidents classified as an Accident with Personal Injury (ACPI) (correct)
  • To dispatch police units to all motor vehicle accidents
  • To provide a response to all incidents classified as a structure fire

    • Who is responsible for approving the Accident with Personal Injury (ACPI) guideline?

  • Alan Wax, Fire Chief (correct)
  • The Mayor of Hoffman Estates
  • The Hoffman Estates Fire Department crew
  • Northwest Central Dispatch (NWCD)

    • What determines the response to an Accident with Personal Injury (ACPI) incident?

  • The time of day the accident occurred
  • The location and status of fire department apparatus and personnel (correct)
  • The type of vehicle involved in the accident
  • The severity of the injuries sustained

    • What is the basic response for a motor vehicle accident without entrapment in District 21?

    <p>Eng. 21, Amb. 21, and Squad 22</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why may the district EMS unit be replaced in the response to an Accident with Personal Injury (ACPI) incident?

    <p>If there is a closer EMS unit available</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effective date of the Accident with Personal Injury (ACPI) guideline?

    <p>September 1, 2023</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the re-evaluation date for the Accident with Personal Injury (ACPI) guideline?

    <p>January 1, 2026</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many pages does the Accident with Personal Injury (ACPI) guideline consist of?

    <p>2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the event of an accident involving a vehicle without entrapment on the I90 Tollway, what is the designated response for the westbound stretch from mile marker 59.25 to 61.8?

    <p>Engine 22, Squad 22, Tower 22, Ambulance 22, and Battalion 6</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the document, which of these is considered an 'Accident with Personal Injury'?

    <p>A vehicle accident where a driver reports experiencing chest pains</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If the State Police are not present at a vehicle accident on the I90 Tollway, who is responsible for notifying them?

    <p>The Incident Commander</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the document, what happens when MABAS Illinois Policies and Procedures conflict with HEFD Standard Operating Guidelines?

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

    Based on the information provided, what is the primary source of information regarding HEFD Standard Operating Guidelines for vehicle accidents and extrications?

    <p>Hoffman Estates Fire Department Standard Operating Guideline, Specialized Operations-010</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If an accident occurs on the I90 Tollway, eastbound, between mile markers 62.5 and 66.0, which units are typically dispatched?

    <p>Engine 22, Squad 22, Tower 22, Ambulance 22, and Battalion 6</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Accident with Personal Injury (ACPI) Response Guidelines

    • The purpose of this guideline is to provide standardized responses to all incidents classified as an Accident with Personal Injury (ACPI) by Northwest Central Dispatch (NWCD).

    Response Policy

    • The policy of the Hoffman Estates Fire Department is to follow this guideline, but it can be altered to achieve a more appropriate response based on information received from NWCD or to achieve a faster response based on location and/or status of fire department apparatus and personnel.

    Response Procedure

    • For motor vehicle accidents without entrapment, the response will include:
      • Engine, Ambulance, and Squad units from the respective districts (21, 22, 23, or 24)
      • Note: CAD may replace the district EMS unit if there is a closer EMS unit available
    • For motor vehicle accidents without entrapment on the I90 Tollway, the response will include:
      • Specific Engine, Squad, Tower, Ambulance, and Battalion units depending on the location (Westbound or Eastbound)
      • Notification of State Police District 15 if they are not on the scene

    Definitions

    • An Accident with Personal Injury is defined as any call involving a vehicle with the report of personal injury.

    Exceptions

    • In cases where MABAS Illinois Policies and Procedures or MABAS 1 Operating Guidelines/Policy Statements conflict with HEFD Standard Operating Guidelines, HEFD Standard Operating Guidelines will take precedence.

    References

    • Hoffman Estates Fire Department Standard Operating Guideline, Specialized Operations-010, Vehicle Accident and Extrication Guidelines
    • MABAS Illinois Policies and Procedures current online reference
    • MABAS 1 Operating Guidelines/Policy Statements

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    Description

    This quiz covers the standard operating guidelines for the Hoffman Estates Fire Department in responding to accidents with personal injuries, following NIMS compliance. It outlines the procedures for emergency responders to follow in such situations.

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