Questions and Answers
When a firefighter transmits a 'MAYDAY', what specific action is expected from all units on the frequency?
What is the primary responsibility of the Incident Commander (IC) when a firefighter transmits a 'MAYDAY'?
Which of these actions is NOT required of a firefighter who transmits a 'MAYDAY' call?
In what scenario is the 'EMERGENCY TRAFFIC' call used instead of a 'MAYDAY' call?
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What is the difference in communication priority between a 'MAYDAY' and an 'EMERGENCY TRAFFIC' call?
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Which of the following statements accurately describes the role of the Northwest Central Dispatch (NWCD) in responding to a 'MAYDAY' call?
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Why is it important for a firefighter to activate their PASS device after acknowledging a 'MAYDAY' call?
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What action can terminate an 'EMERGENCY TRAFFIC' call?
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What is a situation that would warrant the use of a 'MAYDAY' call?
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When should 'EMERGENCY TRAFFIC' be initiated?
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Which of the following is NOT a valid reason to call a 'MAYDAY'?
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What does the term 'MAYDAY' primarily signify in firefighting operations?
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How should communication be structured when 'EMERGENCY TRAFFIC' is called?
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Which situation describes the proper context for shifting from offensive to defensive operations?
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Which of the following is a correct response to a firefighter who is out of SCBA air?
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What does the five air horn blasts signify in the context of emergency protocols?
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Study Notes
MAYDAY and Emergency Traffic/Evacuation
Purpose
- The "MAYDAY" alert notifies all personnel on an emergency scene that rescue efforts are needed for a firefighter in danger.
- "Emergency Traffic" ensures quick, uninterrupted communication to the Incident Commander or Dispatch in perilous situations.
Definitions
- "MAYDAY" is used when a firefighter(s) is in danger, such as:
- Injured and needs immediate assistance
- Lost or missing
- Trapped
- Out of SCBA air
- Any circumstance that can seriously injure firefighter(s)
- "EMERGENCY TRAFFIC" is used to alert others of a perilous or dangerous situation, such as:
- Structural collapse without entrapped firefighters
- Burst hose line
- Rapidly changing fire or incident conditions
- Evacuation of the structure or area followed by five air horn blasts
- Change from Offensive to Defensive Operations
Procedure for MAYDAY
- Any unit or firefighter encountering a dangerous situation uses the "MAYDAY" term to alert others.
- The term "MAYDAY" is repeated two or three times over the radio and receives the highest communications priority.
- All units on the radio frequency cease transmissions, and the frequency belongs to the individual giving the "MAYDAY" call.
- The Incident Commander considers moving other radio traffic to an alternate frequency.
Procedure for EMERGENCY TRAFFIC
- Any unit encountering a perilous situation uses the "EMERGENCY TRAFFIC" term to alert others.
- The term "EMERGENCY TRAFFIC" receives a high communications priority.
- Units initiate emergency communications by verbally contacting the Incident Commander or Northwest Central Dispatch.
- All units on the frequency cease transmissions, and the frequency belongs to the unit giving the "EMERGENCY TRAFFIC" call.
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Description
This quiz covers the Standard Operating Guidelines of the Hoffman Estates Fire Department related to Mayday and Emergency Traffic/Evacuation procedures at fire scenes. It is NIMS compliant and effective as of January 1, 2022.