Personal Protective Equipment: Issuance & Maintenance (Hard)

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What is the effective date of the guideline on Personal Protective Equipment?

30 July 2024 (correct)

1 August 2025

30 August 2024

30 July 2023

Who approved the guideline on Personal Protective Equipment?

Schoonover

Internal Audit Team

The Review Committee

Scott C. Seifert (correct)

What type of changes were implemented in the guideline?

Removal of operational instructions and addition of helmet placard information (correct)

Reformatting of layout structure only

Removal of compliance mandates

Addition of maintenance protocols

What does the policy state about its effect on legal duty or civil liability?

It does not enlarge a member’s legal duty or civil liability. Signup and view all the answers

What action can form the basis of a complaint by the department regarding policy violations?

Administrative action Signup and view all the answers

Which item is specifically issued to officers only in the PPE list?

Department issued helmet camera Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT included in the initial PPE issue for every member?

Life Jacket Signup and view all the answers

What must all repairs of PPE adhere to during the maintenance process?

Manufacturer’s specific recommendations Signup and view all the answers

What items must members receive in pairs according to the issuance guidelines?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Who will coordinate and manage the basic PPE and advanced repairs?

Quartermaster division Signup and view all the answers

What type of PPE will be issued to members while their equipment is being repaired?

Loaner PPE Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition can personal non-issued PPE be worn?

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

Which of the following items is issued specifically for the Rescue Team?

Dry suit Signup and view all the answers

What should be done to the PPE before any repair work is initiated?

Advanced or specialized cleaning Signup and view all the answers

What type of gloves are included in the Rescue Team PPE list?

Rope Gloves Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for performing maintenance or repairs on the PPE?

Specially trained person(s) Signup and view all the answers

What is a requirement for new firefighters regarding PPE training?

Training on the care, use, and maintenance before live fire training Signup and view all the answers

Which item of PPE must include a reflective aspect to ensure visibility?

Reflective Traffic Vest Signup and view all the answers

How many pairs of Structural Firefighting Gloves are issued to each member?

2 Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of NFPA 1971 in relation to PPE?

It sets standards for the performance and maintenance of PPE Signup and view all the answers

What type of materials will be utilized for PPE repairs?

Approved manufactured techniques and materials Signup and view all the answers

What style of boots is recommended for members to ensure adequate ankle support?

Lace up style boots Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following materials is NOT recommended for boot insoles?

Steel Signup and view all the answers

What height is recommended for the boots that members should wear?

At least eight inches Signup and view all the answers

Which helmet is NOT approved for use as personal protective equipment?

Cairns N7A Signup and view all the answers

What must members obtain before placing a personal helmet placard on their issued helmet?

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

Helmet placards serve the purpose of indicating which of the following?

Member rank Signup and view all the answers

What type of sole is recommended for safety boots?

Nonskid rubber work sole Signup and view all the answers

Which statement regarding department-issued hoods is true?

Only department-issued hoods will be permitted. Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct sequence of actions when using both wet and dry techniques for mitigation?

Dry mitigation must be completed before wet mitigation Signup and view all the answers

What should be done to ensemble elements after mitigation?

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

What is the approach for handling ensembles exposed to contaminants?

Evaluation by the wearer or designated individual is essential Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with ensembles contaminated by CBRN agents?

They must directly be bagged and disposed of as hazardous waste Signup and view all the answers

Which contaminants require preliminary exposure reduction for ensembles?

Bulk chemicals, asbestos, and microbial contamination Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about ensemble transportation is accurate?

Ensemble elements must not be transported in passenger areas when possible Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken if ensemble elements have been soiled?

They require advanced cleaning if soiled Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for evaluating ensemble elements for contamination?

The wearer or a designated officer Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

All Spring Fire Department members receive a set of PPE
The PPE set is issued upon the member's initial visit to the Quartermasters department
The PPE set includes items such as Structural Firefighting Coats, Pants, Boots, Helmet, Hoods, Gloves, Scott SCBA Mask, Rescue Gloves, a Reflective Traffic Vest, a Gear Bag, and Work Gloves.
Officers receive a department-issued helmet camera
Rescue Team PPE includes a separate set of equipment including an Equipment Bag, Harness, Dry Suit, Water Shoes, Life Jacket, Helmet with light, and Rope Gloves.

Approved Non-Issued PPE

Members can wear personal non-issued PPE with written permission from the Deputy Chief of Support Services
Wildland gear is approved if it meets or exceeds NFPA or United States Forest Service Standards
Members wearing pull-on style boots should be aware of the reduced ankle support and added danger of ankle injuries
Steel toes and insoles are not recommended
Boot soles must be of a nonskid rubber work sole
Boots should be at least 8 inches high and lace-up style
Approved helmets include:
- 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)

Helmet Placards

Helmet Placards are intended to indicate a member's rank
Other types of helmet placards are strictly prohibited
If a member chooses to purchase their own helmet placard it shall adhere to the exact specifications set forth within the guideline
The Deputy Chief of Support Services must give written permission before a member purchases or places a personal helmet placard on their department-issued helmet.

Ensemble Exposure & Mitigation

Ensembles exposed to contaminants such as bulk chemicals, asbestos, bodily substances, microbial contamination, or products of combustion, are subjected to preliminary Exposure Reduction
If the Ensemble and ensemble elements are soiled, the ensemble shall be subjected to advanced cleaning.
Ensembles contaminated by CBRN terrorism agents shall be immediately retired and not subjected to cleaning.
CBRN contaminated ensemble elements shall be doffed as soon as possible, bagged, and disposed of as hazardous waste in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations

### Ensemble Maintenance and Repair

The Quartermaster division coordinates and manages all basic PPE and advanced repairs utilizing manufactured approved techniques, equipment, and materials.
All elements shall be subjected to an advanced or specialized cleaning before any repair work is done.
Loaner PPE will be issued to members while repairs are being made.
All repairs must meet NFPA 1971.

### Training

Upon issue, all members shall be provided with the manufacturer written instructions on the care, use, and maintenance of their PPE.
New Firefighters receive training on the care, use, and maintenance of their PPE before participating in live fire training and responding to actual incidents.

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This quiz covers the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) issued to Spring Fire Department members, including the types of gear provided and specific provisions for non-issued PPE. Learn about the responsibilities and safety standards that govern PPE use in firefighting operations.