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Questions and Answers
What term should a firefighter use three times in a row to call for help over the radio?
What term should a firefighter use three times in a row to call for help over the radio?
- May-Day (correct)
- Assist
- Emergency
- Urgent
What should happen to all other radio transmissions when the term 'Emergency' or 'Mayday' is used?
What should happen to all other radio transmissions when the term 'Emergency' or 'Mayday' is used?
- Increase in volume
- Switch to a different channel
- Cease immediately (correct)
- Continue as normal
How often is a PAR (Personnel Accountability Report) typically conducted?
How often is a PAR (Personnel Accountability Report) typically conducted?
- Every 30 minutes
- Every hour
- Every 20 minutes (correct)
- Every 10 minutes
Who typically initiates a PAR?
Who typically initiates a PAR?
What is the first action the IC takes when an emergency evacuation is required?
What is the first action the IC takes when an emergency evacuation is required?
During an emergency evacuation, for how long should all on-scene apparatus sound their air horns?
During an emergency evacuation, for how long should all on-scene apparatus sound their air horns?
What is the immediate next step after the air horns are sounded during an emergency evacuation?
What is the immediate next step after the air horns are sounded during an emergency evacuation?
If a firefighter does not get a response on their assigned channel when calling a May-Day, what should they do next?
If a firefighter does not get a response on their assigned channel when calling a May-Day, what should they do next?
Flashcards
Emergency/Mayday Radio Silence
Emergency/Mayday Radio Silence
Radio transmissions must cease to allow clear communication during an emergency.
PAR (Personnel Accountability Report)
PAR (Personnel Accountability Report)
A personnel accountability report conducted every 20 minutes.
Emergency Evacuation
Emergency Evacuation
The immediate removal of personnel from a hazardous area.
Emergency Evacuation Signals
Emergency Evacuation Signals
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Mayday Call
Mayday Call
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Mayday Report Details
Mayday Report Details
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Mayday Alternate Channel
Mayday Alternate Channel
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Survival Factors
Survival Factors
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