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What is the first step an Incident Commander should take upon acknowledging a MAYDAY?
What is the first step an Incident Commander should take upon acknowledging a MAYDAY?
- Contact North Comm for Emergency Traffic
- Identify the company or firefighter(s) involved in the MAYDAY (correct)
- Develop an Incident Action Plan (IAP)
- Assign a chief officer to the division
What should lost or trapped firefighters do if it's not possible to resolve their predicament?
What should lost or trapped firefighters do if it's not possible to resolve their predicament?
- Attempt to communicate with the Incident Commander
- Separate and search for exits individually
- Remain in place and wait for assistance
- Seek an area of refuge (correct)
What is the final action in the Help Order when responding to a MAYDAY situation?
What is the final action in the Help Order when responding to a MAYDAY situation?
- Communicate with the MAYDAY firefighter
- Utilize On-Deck crews for assistance (correct)
- Use the MAYDAY firefighter’s company for assistance
- Use other crews in the hazard zone
Who should manage the event at the tactical level if a MAYDAY occurs in a division with an assigned supervisor?
Who should manage the event at the tactical level if a MAYDAY occurs in a division with an assigned supervisor?
Which of the following steps should NOT be taken by crews conducting fire control within the MAYDAY area?
Which of the following steps should NOT be taken by crews conducting fire control within the MAYDAY area?
What is the purpose of the MAYDAY CAN Report?
What is the purpose of the MAYDAY CAN Report?
Which statement accurately describes the role of North Comm in a MAYDAY situation?
Which statement accurately describes the role of North Comm in a MAYDAY situation?
When should the Incident Commander develop an Incident Action Plan during a MAYDAY?
When should the Incident Commander develop an Incident Action Plan during a MAYDAY?
What is the primary purpose of the guideline?
What is the primary purpose of the guideline?
Who is responsible for knowing and complying with the procedure?
Who is responsible for knowing and complying with the procedure?
What does the acronym IDLH stand for?
What does the acronym IDLH stand for?
When should a MAYDAY be declared?
When should a MAYDAY be declared?
What is the proper way to transmit a MAYDAY?
What is the proper way to transmit a MAYDAY?
What is included in the CAN report when declaring a MAYDAY?
What is included in the CAN report when declaring a MAYDAY?
What is NOT a component of the CAN report for a MAYDAY?
What is NOT a component of the CAN report for a MAYDAY?
What does the 'Needs' aspect of the CAN report refer to?
What does the 'Needs' aspect of the CAN report refer to?
What constitutes a MAYDAY situation?
What constitutes a MAYDAY situation?
What should lost or trapped firefighters do if they cannot self-rescue?
What should lost or trapped firefighters do if they cannot self-rescue?
How should MAYDAY communications be handled during an incident?
How should MAYDAY communications be handled during an incident?
What action should incident commanders take after receiving a MAYDAY CAN report?
What action should incident commanders take after receiving a MAYDAY CAN report?
What is the importance of continuing fire control efforts during a MAYDAY?
What is the importance of continuing fire control efforts during a MAYDAY?
What should crews on deck do during a MAYDAY situation?
What should crews on deck do during a MAYDAY situation?
How should firefighter extrication be handled in IDLH environments during a MAYDAY?
How should firefighter extrication be handled in IDLH environments during a MAYDAY?
What additional action does North Comm take upon hearing a MAYDAY?
What additional action does North Comm take upon hearing a MAYDAY?
Who is the highest-ranking officer listed as a contact for questions or comments on the SOG?
Who is the highest-ranking officer listed as a contact for questions or comments on the SOG?
What is the effective date of the revision labeled as No. 03?
What is the effective date of the revision labeled as No. 03?
Which document states that it does not enlarge a member's legal duty or civil liability?
Which document states that it does not enlarge a member's legal duty or civil liability?
Who reviewed the SOG as indicated in the document?
Who reviewed the SOG as indicated in the document?
What should a member do if they see something wrong in the policy?
What should a member do if they see something wrong in the policy?
What type of action may a violation of this policy lead to?
What type of action may a violation of this policy lead to?
When is the next review date scheduled for the SOG?
When is the next review date scheduled for the SOG?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as part of the contact hierarchy?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as part of the contact hierarchy?
What types of communications should remain on the tactical radio channel during an emergency?
What types of communications should remain on the tactical radio channel during an emergency?
What must the deployment of on-deck crews include?
What must the deployment of on-deck crews include?
What should be avoided when extricating a firefighter from an IDLH situation?
What should be avoided when extricating a firefighter from an IDLH situation?
What should non-suppression crews be prepared to do during a MAYDAY situation?
What should non-suppression crews be prepared to do during a MAYDAY situation?
Which of the following should not be a consideration when deploying on-deck crews?
Which of the following should not be a consideration when deploying on-deck crews?
When dealing with a MAYDAY, how should time be prioritized?
When dealing with a MAYDAY, how should time be prioritized?
Which task is critical when preparing for the extraction of a firefighter from the hazard zone?
Which task is critical when preparing for the extraction of a firefighter from the hazard zone?
What is the main focus during a MAYDAY communication?
What is the main focus during a MAYDAY communication?
Study Notes
Mayday Operations
- A MAYDAY is when a firefighter cannot safely exit a hazardous zone.
- When a firefighter needs to declare a MAYDAY, they should transmit a verbal message on the operation channel, including a CAN report:
- Who: Identity of the firefighter – Unit, Unit riding position, or name
- What: The condition(s) that caused the MAYDAY
- Where: Current location/surroundings or the last known location
- NEEDS: Needs that will help resolve the MAYDAY (critical)
- Upon receiving a MAYDAY, the Incident Commander (IC) must:
- Acknowledge the MAYDAY.
- Identify the company or firefighter(s) involved.
- Get a MAYDAY CAN Report.
- Contact North Comm for Emergency Traffic.
- Formally announce the MAYDAY on the tactical channel.
- Request the next greater alarm.
- Develop an IAP (Incident Action Plan) using the Help Order.
- Deploy resources to resolve the MAYDAY.
- Assign a chief officer to manage the division having the MAYDAY.
- Continue to coordinate with the Division Supervisor(s) for fire control activities while managing the MAYDAY.
- Fire control crews should continue suppression efforts during a MAYDAY.
- All non-essential radio traffic should cease during a MAYDAY.
- On-deck crews will be deployed by the IC with a clear task, known location, realistic objectives and will not self-deploy into the Hot Zone.
- If a firefighter can be quickly extricated from an IDLH (Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health) situation, avoid spending additional time on air transfer or excessive packaging.
- Non-suppression crews in proximity to the MAYDAY should be prepared to assist with rescue efforts.
- The Spring Fire Department has a specific "Help Order" protocol that guides rescue during a MAYDAY:
- Step 1: Communicate with the MAYDAY firefighter to facilitate self-rescue.
- Step 2: Use the MAYDAY firefighter’s company to assist with the rescue.
- Step 3: Use other crews in the hazard zone near the MAYDAY firefighter to assist with the rescue.
- Step 4: Utilize On-Deck crews to assist with the rescue.
Other Relevant Information
- The Spring Fire Department (SFD) standard operating guideline (SOG) SFD.024, specifically addresses Mayday operations.
- This SOG was revised in May 2024.
- The policy statement mandates all Spring Fire Department personnel be knowledgeable about and compliant with this procedure.
- This guideline applies to all Spring Fire Department personnel responding to or assisting in emergency incidents.
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Test your knowledge on MAYDAY operations in firefighting. This quiz covers the necessary steps and communication protocols a firefighter must know when declaring a MAYDAY. Understand the importance of the CAN report and the Incident Commander's role during such emergencies.
