Personal Protection Equipment: Issuance and Maintenance

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How many Structural Firefighting Gloves are issued to each member?

5 pairs

2 pairs (correct)

3 pairs

1 pair

Which item is specifically issued only to officers?

Department issued helmet camera (correct)

Scott SCBA Mask

Reflective Traffic Vest

Gear Bag

What is included in the Rescue Team PPE and Ensemble?

Two Structural Firefighting Coats

A Department issued helmet camera

A Life Jacket (correct)

Two Pair of Structural Firefighting Gloves

What must members obtain to wear personal non-issued PPE?

Written permission from the Deputy Chief of Support Services Signup and view all the answers

How many Structural Firefighting Pants are issued to each member?

2 pairs Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following items is included in the standard gear issued to every member?

Reflective Traffic Vest Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Gear Bag issued to each member?

To carry issued PPE Signup and view all the answers

Which item is part of the Rescue Team PPE and is specifically meant for working in water?

Life Jacket Signup and view all the answers

What style of boots is recommended for members to wear?

Lace up style boots Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT recommended for the soles of boots?

Thin dress style sole Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum height for recommended boots?

8 inches Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following helmets is NOT approved to be worn?

Generic Fire Helmet Signup and view all the answers

What type of hood is allowed according to the guidelines?

Department issued hoods only Signup and view all the answers

Which rank does the helmet placard for 'Senior Captain' indicate?

Senior Captain Signup and view all the answers

What must a member do before purchasing a personal helmet placard?

Get written permission from the Deputy Chief of Support Services Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of helmet placards?

To indicate rank Signup and view all the answers

What must happen to service liners after three years?

They shall be inspected annually. Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of members assigned PPE regarding its routine cleaning?

All assigned members are responsible for cleaning. Signup and view all the answers

What cleaning method is NOT acceptable for decontaminating PPE?

Using chlorine bleach. Signup and view all the answers

What type of cleaning should be performed after each use of PPE?

Routine cleaning. Signup and view all the answers

During routine cleaning, what is the first step in the process?

Brushing off loose debris. Signup and view all the answers

Who should evaluate ensembles for cleaning or disinfection?

The assigned member or designated individual. Signup and view all the answers

What is one form of cleaning that should NOT be done to PPE?

Heavy scrubbing. Signup and view all the answers

What must be documented following a complete inspection of PPE?

The findings of the inspection. Signup and view all the answers

What should be done before dry mitigation when using both wet and dry techniques?

Dry mitigation Signup and view all the answers

What should happen to all ensemble elements following mitigation?

They should be isolated and bagged. Signup and view all the answers

Which contaminants require preliminary Exposure Reduction for ensembles?

Bulk chemicals Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if the ensemble has been soiled but not contaminated?

Advanced cleaning Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for evaluating the handling and cleaning of ensemble elements?

The designated individual or wearer Signup and view all the answers

What should occur if ensemble elements are contaminated by CBRN terrorism agents?

Immediate disposal and retirement Signup and view all the answers

Which method is NOT involved in preliminary exposure reduction?

Long-term storage Signup and view all the answers

Following exposure to contaminants, what action is recommended for cleaning ensembles?

They should undergo advanced cleaning. Signup and view all the answers

What must a firefighter do immediately if their PPE is stolen?

Immediately notify a Spring Fire Department Officer or District Chief Signup and view all the answers

What happens to a firefighter between the incident of their PPE being stolen and receiving a replacement?

They will not be authorized to respond to any emergency incidents Signup and view all the answers

What is required for a firefighter to receive a replacement for stolen PPE?

An official police report and case number Signup and view all the answers

Who must file the request for replacement item(s) after a case number is received?

The Spring Fire Department Officer or District Chief on duty Signup and view all the answers

If an official police report is not submitted, what will happen to the firefighter's situation?

They will revert to the section titled Lost or Misplaced PPE Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step for a firefighter once they notice their PPE is missing?

Notify a Spring Fire Department Officer or District Chief Signup and view all the answers

In which locations could the individual’s PPE be stolen that warrant notifying a district officer?

From any place the individual stores their PPE Signup and view all the answers

What must be done after notifying the officer about the stolen PPE?

An official police report must be filed Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

All Spring Fire Department members receive specific PPE upon their initial visit to the Quartermasters Department.

Initial Issuance of PPE

Structural firefighting gear includes:
- Two structural firefighting coats
- Two pairs of structural firefighting pants (with one belt)
- One pair of structural firefighting boots
- One structural firefighting helmet
- Two structural firefighting hoods
- Two pairs of structural firefighting gloves
Other gear includes:
- One Scott SCBA mask
- One set of rescue gloves
- One reflective traffic vest
- One gear bag
- One department-issued helmet camera (for officers only)
- One pair of work gloves

Rescue Team PPE

Rescue Team PPE includes:
- One equipment bag
- One harness
- One dry suit
- One pair of water shoes
- One life jacket
- One helmet with light
- One pair of rope gloves

Non-Issued PPE

Non-issued PPE can only be worn with written permission from the Deputy Chief of Support Services.

Wildland Gear

Department-issued wildland gear is available.
Acceptable wildland garments meet or exceed NFPA or the United States Forest Service standards.
Boot specifications:
- Members wearing pull-on boots should be aware of the reduced ankle support and the increased risk of ankle injuries.
- Steel toes and insoles are not recommended.
- Soles must be non-skid rubber work soles, not thin dress style soles.
- Boots should be at least eight inches high and lace-up style.

Approved Non-Issued Helmets

The following helmets are approved for use in place of or in conjunction with department-issued PPE
- Phenix TL2
- Cairns N6A Sam Houston
- Cairns Classic 1000, 1010, 1044
- Cairns 660 (orange helmet only)
- Morning Pride Ben Franklin 2 or 3
- Morning Pride EV1
- Morning Pride Lite Force (orange helmet only)

Approved Hoods

Only department-issued hoods are permitted.

Helmet Placards

Helmet placards indicate rank (i.e., Cadet, Firefighter, Apparatus Operator, etc.).
Other types of helmet placards are prohibited.
Members who wish to purchase their own helmet placard must adhere to department specifications and obtain prior written permission from the Deputy Chief of Support Services.

Helmet Liner Inspections

Helmet liners are inspected annually after three years of service.
Inspections are also conducted whenever routine inspections reveal potential damage.
Inspection findings are documented.

Cleaning PPE

All members are responsible for routine cleaning of soiled or contaminated PPE.
Cleaning protocols follow NFPA 1851 guidelines for three cleaning types: Routine Cleaning, Advanced Cleaning, and Specialized Cleaning.
Cleaning procedures should follow the manufacturer's recommendations.

Cleaning Practices

Prohibited practices:
- Chlorine bleach or chlorinated solvents shall not be used for cleaning or decontamination.
- Heavy scrubbing or spraying with high-velocity water jets (pressure washer) shall not be used.
- Contaminated PPE requires evaluation at the incident scene to determine if isolation is necessary.

Routine Cleaning

Routine Cleaning should ideally be completed at the incident scene:
- Loose debris is brushed off with a broom or soft bristle brush.
- Mitigation techniques are followed, with dry mitigation preceding wet mitigation.
- All ensemble elements are isolated and bagged.
- Ensemble elements should also not be transported in the passenger areas of the apparatus.

PPE Exposure Reduction

Exposure Reduction:
- Ensembles exposed to specific contaminants require preliminary Exposure Reduction:
  - Bulk chemicals
  - Asbestos
  - Bodily substances
  - Microbial contamination
  - Products of combustion from a structural or other fire
- Soiled but not contaminated ensembles require advanced cleaning.

Handling, Cleaning, and Disposition of PPE

Ensembles and ensemble elements must be evaluated by the wearer or a designated individual (Company Officer, District Chief, or Quartermaster) for application of preliminary exposure reduction, cleaning, disinfection or sanitization after each use.

CBRN Contaminated PPE

Ensembles contaminated with CBRN terrorism agents are immediately retired and not subject to cleaning.
CBRN contaminated ensemble elements are doffed as soon as possible, bagged, and disposed of as hazardous waste in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Lost or Misplaced PPE

Members who lose or misplace PPE are responsible for notifying a Spring Fire Department Officer or District Chief on duty.
Lost or misplaced PPE items must be reported to the Quartermaster and Deputy Chief of Support Services
A lost or misplaced item must be replaced.
The Spring Fire Department Officer or District Chief on duty must request the replacement item(s) through the Quartermasters group, via email.
Members will not be authorized to respond to emergency incidents until replacement PPE is issued.

Stolen PPE

Members whose PPE is stolen must immediately notify a Spring Fire Department Officer or District Chief on duty and file an official police report.
The case number from the police report must be provided to the Spring Fire Department Officer or District Chief on duty and then to the Quartermaster and Deputy Chief of Support Services.
The department will obtain a copy of the police report and issue replacement items.
The Spring Fire Department Officer or District Chief on duty must request replacement items through email.
Members will not be authorized to respond to emergency incidents until replacement PPE is issued.

Disciplinary Action

Failure to adhere to this guideline may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.

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Test your knowledge on the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) issued to members of the Spring Fire Department. This quiz covers essential gear for structural firefighting and rescue operations. Ensure you understand both the initial and non-issued PPE requirements to excel in your role.