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Fire Department MEDIVAC Landing Zone Procedures

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What is one of the considerations for evaluating the suitability of a landing zone (LZ) for a MEDIVAC helicopter that cannot be used?

Distance from the Incident Commander (IC)

Size of the LZ supervisor's team

Proximity to response-related or other human activity

Presence of artificial fields (correct)

What is the minimum size requirement for a landing zone (LZ) for a MEDIVAC helicopter?

100-feet square (correct)

75-feet square

50-feet square

125-feet square

What action should be taken if assigned to establish an LZ at an active incident?

Proceed with landing without notification

Notify the IC and Dispatch of the location (correct)

Ignore the assignment and focus on other tasks

Request additional team members for LZ establishment

What is the role of the LZ Supervisor in the first five minutes of establishing a MEDIVAC landing zone?

Evaluate the site for suitability or locate a suitable LZ (D) Signup and view all the answers

What should the LZ Supervisor do if the pilot requests lighting for the landing zone (LZ) in dark conditions?

Deploy red auxiliary lights at the LZ corners if available; if not available, use half-mile lights set to strobe and facing inward to the center from the corners. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended distance that all individuals should be kept from the landing zone (LZ) once it is prepared?

100 feet (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key responsibility of the LZ Supervisor after the aircraft has departed from the LZ?

Remove all LZ markers and landing aides. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What are personnel operating in or near an LZ advised not to do?

Carry objects overhead while near the aircraft. (A) Signup and view all the answers

When should confirmation be given to the pilot that the LZ is prepared for landing?

After clearing debris, marking LZ corners, and ensuring proper lighting if needed. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken regarding any nearby power lines when preparing a landing zone (LZ) for a MEDIVAC helicopter?

Advise the pilot of any nearby power lines that could create a landing hazard. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What should personnel do if an unmanned aircraft system (UAS) or laser pointer is being used during LZ operations?

Reasonable steps should be taken to keep any third parties from using a UAS or laser pointer during LZ operations. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What must be ensured about any artificial turf areas when establishing a landing zone (LZ) for a MEDIVAC helicopter?

No Landing Zones should be established on any artificial turf areas. (A) Signup and view all the answers