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What should you assume about downed wires at a scene?
What should you assume about downed wires at a scene?
- They will protect you from electrocution
- They are live and dangerous (correct)
- They provide insulation against electrical current
- They are safe to touch
Why should you not touch any vehicle in contact with downed wires?
Why should you not touch any vehicle in contact with downed wires?
- To move the vehicle away from the wires
- To provide assistance to the vehicle occupants
- To avoid electrocution (correct)
- To check if the vehicle is safe
Why should vehicle occupants avoid touching one another when in contact with downed wires?
Why should vehicle occupants avoid touching one another when in contact with downed wires?
- To feel more comfortable
- To prevent the spread of electricity (correct)
- To protect themselves from fire
- To signal for help
What is the first concern of a responder at an emergency scene?
What is the first concern of a responder at an emergency scene?
What distance should you maintain from downed power lines and ensure bystanders do the same?
What distance should you maintain from downed power lines and ensure bystanders do the same?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a potential hazard at an emergency scene according to the text?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a potential hazard at an emergency scene according to the text?
Who should approach a fire according to the text?
Who should approach a fire according to the text?
What is one of the activities involved in developing an emergency response plan?
What is one of the activities involved in developing an emergency response plan?
What should you do before approaching a fire?
What should you do before approaching a fire?
Why should a responder approach all emergency scenes cautiously according to the text?
Why should a responder approach all emergency scenes cautiously according to the text?
Which of the following is emphasized as a key aspect of being a responder at an emergency scene?
Which of the following is emphasized as a key aspect of being a responder at an emergency scene?
What role do sharp glass or metal play in emergency scenes according to the text?
What role do sharp glass or metal play in emergency scenes according to the text?
What is the primary reason for documenting everything you interact with at a crime scene?
What is the primary reason for documenting everything you interact with at a crime scene?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a specific hazard in illegal drug labs?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a specific hazard in illegal drug labs?
What guideline should be followed when removing clothing following gunshot wounds or stabbings?
What guideline should be followed when removing clothing following gunshot wounds or stabbings?
What should you do if you suspect sexual assault at a crime scene?
What should you do if you suspect sexual assault at a crime scene?
Why should you not enter an illegal drug lab until trained personnel arrive?
Why should you not enter an illegal drug lab until trained personnel arrive?
What can lead to hostile behavior at an emergency scene according to the text?
What can lead to hostile behavior at an emergency scene according to the text?
What is the recommended course of action if you encounter a hostile situation at a scene?
What is the recommended course of action if you encounter a hostile situation at a scene?
What should you do if you encounter a hostage situation?
What should you do if you encounter a hostage situation?
What is the recommended action if an unarmed person is threatening suicide?
What is the recommended action if an unarmed person is threatening suicide?
What kind of information should you try to obtain from bystanders in a hostage situation?
What kind of information should you try to obtain from bystanders in a hostage situation?
In natural disasters, what is essential for individuals to do?
In natural disasters, what is essential for individuals to do?
How should you respond if you encounter hostile bystanders at a scene?
How should you respond if you encounter hostile bystanders at a scene?
What are some hazards that the wreckage of automobiles, aircraft, or machinery may contain?
What are some hazards that the wreckage of automobiles, aircraft, or machinery may contain?
When should you try to rescue someone from wreckage?
When should you try to rescue someone from wreckage?
What is an important aspect of preparing for an emergency response related to equipment?
What is an important aspect of preparing for an emergency response related to equipment?
What is a key element of psychological preparation for an emergency response scene?
What is a key element of psychological preparation for an emergency response scene?
What is advised regarding scene safety guidelines?
What is advised regarding scene safety guidelines?
In responding to a call for special emergency scenes, what should be a priority?
In responding to a call for special emergency scenes, what should be a priority?
