Mayday FOG

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Questions and Answers

What should a firefighter transmit to indicate they are in imminent danger?

COMMAND FROM (Unit assigned) URGENT TRAFFIC - EMERGENCY REQUEST

COMMAND FROM (Unit assigned) ALL UNITS EMERGENCY - NEED ASSISTANCE

COMMAND FROM (Unit assigned) EMERGENCY TRAFFIC - MAYDAY, MAYDAY, MAYDAY (correct)

COMMAND FROM (Unit assigned) EMERGENCY TRAFFIC - SOS, SOS, SOS

What does the LUNAR acronym stand for during a Mayday situation?

Location, Unit, Name, Assignment, Resources (correct)

Lifesaving, Urgency, Name, Assignment, Response

Level, Utility, Name, Assignment, Rescue

Location, Uncertainty, Name, Actions, Resources

What is one of the first actions an Incident Commander should take upon receiving a Mayday?

Assign all units to a evacuation procedure

Immediately send backup to the original incident

Transmit on fire ground frequency to clear the channel (correct)

Start a search for missing personnel

What does CARAT stand for in the context of Mayday procedures?

Conditions, Actions, Resources, Air, Team Integrity Signup and view all the answers

What role does the Safety Officer play in a Mayday scenario?

They monitor radio traffic and act as liaison for the rescue operation. Signup and view all the answers

When can a Mayday situation be cancelled?

When the firefighter(s) have been rescued or the situation is resolved Signup and view all the answers

What must be done after a Mayday cancellation?

Communicate the cancellation to all units and conduct a PAR/ROLL CALL Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the Rescue Group during a Mayday?

Assign new working channels for fire ground operations Signup and view all the answers

What should be included in the status report after a Mayday is acknowledged?

Location, Unit, Name, Assignment, and Resources Signup and view all the answers

What is the immediate action a firefighter should take once a Mayday is transmitted?

Activate their PASS alarm if able Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for confirming that all necessary information has been gathered during a Mayday incident?

The Incident Commander Signup and view all the answers

In a Mayday situation, what does the term 'RIC' stand for?

Rescue Intervention Crew Signup and view all the answers

What should be done to ensure effective management of multiple incidents during a Mayday?

Assign a second Rescue Group immediately Signup and view all the answers

What action must be taken immediately after a Mayday situation is resolved?

A PAR/ROLL CALL must be performed immediately Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the CARAT acronym during a Mayday situation?

To provide information on conditions and actions taken Signup and view all the answers

How should the communication of a Mayday cancellation be handled?

Communicate to all units about the cancellation Signup and view all the answers

What does an Incident Commander need to do after a Mayday has been acknowledged?

Establish a separate channel for rescue operations Signup and view all the answers

What is necessary for a firefighter to effectively call a Mayday?

They must clearly transmit their unit and emergency message Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Mayday Procedures

A Mayday code is transmitted when a firefighter is in imminent danger or faces a life-threatening situation (e.g., trapped, disoriented, injured, low on air).
The firefighter calling Mayday transmits their unit (e.g., Engine 1) and the emergency code "MAYDAY, MAYDAY, MAYDAY".
After acknowledgment, the firefighter needs to provide a status report using LUNAR (Location, Unit, Name, Assignment, and Resources) and CARAT (Conditions, Actions, Resources, Air, and Team Integrity).
The firefighter should activate their PASS alarm if able.

Incident Commander Responsibilities

Upon Mayday transmission, clear the frequency for emergency traffic only.
Obtain information using LUNAR and CARAT and assign a new working channel for fireground operations, keeping rescue operations on the Mayday channel.
Activate Rapid Intervention Crew (RIC) as the rescue group and provide all information obtained.
Assign additional rescue crews as needed and confirm dispatch center is monitoring all traffic on the Mayday/Rescue channel.
Assign a Safety Officer (Rescue Liaison) and conduct a PAR/ROLL CALL of all personnel on the working frequency.
Establish a second RIC as soon as possible.
Manage the original emergency, maintaining command and control of all fireground activities.

Safety Officer Responsibilities (If Assigned)

Monitor all radio traffic on the Mayday/Rescue channel as the liaison between the rescue operation and the Incident Commander.
Coordinate with the Rescue Group and RIT crew to achieve a successful rescue.

Mayday Cancellation

Mayday is cancelled when firefighters are rescued or the situation is resolved.
All units must be informed of the Mayday cancellation, and a PAR/ROLL CALL should be conducted immediately.

Mayday

A Mayday code is transmitted when a firefighter(s) is/are in imminent danger or are threatened with a potentially life-threatening situation (e.g., trapped, disoriented, injured, low on air).

Transmitting a Mayday

Firefighter(s) transmit a radio message "COMMAND FROM (Unit assigned, ie. Engine 1) EMERGENCY TRAFFIC - MAYDAY, MAYDAY, MAYDAY."
Once acknowledged by command, the firefighter shall follow up with a status report:
- LUNAR - Location, Unit, Name, Assignment and Resources
- CARAT – Conditions, Actions, Resources, Air and Team Integrity
Activate their PASS alarm, if able.

Incident Commander Responsibilities

Transmit on fire ground frequency "Clear the frequency, emergency traffic only. Go ahead with your Mayday."
Confirm all needed information is possible gathered using LUNAR or CARAT.
Assign a new working channel for fire ground operations. Keep rescue operations on the Mayday channel.
Activate RIC as Rescue Group and provide all information that has been obtained. Assign any other appropriate crews to the rescue assignment as needed.
Confirm Dispatch Center is monitoring all traffic on the Mayday/Rescue channel and assign a greater alarm for the incident.
Assign a Safety Officer (Rescue Liaison).
Perform a "PAR/ROLL CALL" of all personnel on the fireground on the working frequency.
Establish a second RIC as soon as possible.
Continue management of the original emergency, maintaining command and control of all fireground activities.

Safety Officer Responsibilities

Monitor all radio traffic on the Mayday/Rescue channel, acting as the liaison for the rescue operation and the Incident Commander.
Communicate with the Rescue Group and RIT Crew to achieve the desired outcome.

Cancelling a Mayday

A Mayday situation may be cancelled when the firefighter(s) have been rescued or the situation has been resolved.
Communication must be made to all units of the Mayday cancellation.
PAR/ROLL CALL must be done immediately.

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Description

This quiz covers the essential Mayday procedures for firefighters in life-threatening situations. It details the correct transmission of a Mayday call, the importance of providing a status report using LUNAR and CARAT, and the responsibilities of the Incident Commander in responding to emergency transmissions. Test your knowledge on these critical safety protocols.