HEFD Extreme Temperature Training Safety

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Questions and Answers

What is the primary purpose of the Standard Operating Guideline on Extreme Temperature?

To maintain records of temperature-related incidents

To ensure the safety of members during training in extreme temperatures (correct)

To provide guidelines for indoor training during extreme temperatures

To establish a maximum limit for outdoor training exercises

What maximum Heat Index allows for drills and training to proceed as normal?

Heat Index of 90

Heat Index of 100

Heat Index of 85 (correct)

Heat Index of 95

What action should be taken when the Heat Index reaches 101 or greater?

Drills should be planned for indoor settings automatically

All outdoor training must be canceled immediately

Training must continue without any interruptions

Contact the Battalion Chief-Training/Safety for guidance (correct)

What combination of factors forms the Apparent Temperature or Heat Index?

Humidity and temperature Signup and view all the answers

What should be done when the Heat Index ranges from 86 to 100?

Use caution and consider adjustments to training plans Signup and view all the answers

Which tool is recommended for assessing current heat index conditions?

OSHA-NIOSH Heat Safety Tool App Signup and view all the answers

In what year is the next re-evaluation of the Standard Operating Guideline scheduled?

2025 Signup and view all the answers

Under what conditions is outdoor activity considered dangerous for members?

When heat and humidity reduce sweat evaporation Signup and view all the answers

During training, if full protective clothing (Turnout coat & pants, helmet, hood and gloves) is worn, what adjustment should be made to the environmental temperature before calculating the Heat Index?

Add 10 degrees Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended fluid intake during training in warm weather conditions?

7 ounces every 20 minutes Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an alternative to consider when the extreme heat policy is in effect?

Wearing full turnout gear during the drill Signup and view all the answers

What are the potential life-threatening conditions caused by overheating?

Heat exhaustion and heat stroke Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern regarding extreme heat during training?

Limiting exposure to potential physical conditions Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a key rule to remember when coping with extreme heat?

Wear full turnout gear to protect yourself Signup and view all the answers

What is the acronym used in the document to refer to the Temperature Humidity Index?

THI Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary message conveyed by the document?

Extreme heat poses significant risks during training and should be mitigated. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Purpose of Guidelines

Ensure safety of Hoffman Estates Fire Department (HEFD) members during training in extreme temperatures.

Extreme Temperatures

High temperatures with high relative humidity combine to form the Apparent Temperature or Heat Index.
Heat Index is calculated using shaded, light wind (5MPH) conditions.
OSHA-NIOSH Heat Safety Tool App is used to determine real-time heat index and hourly forecasts specific to the location.

Policy for Training in Extreme Temperatures

Heat Index of 85 and under: Drills and training shall proceed as normal.
Heat Index of 86 to 100: Caution and reservation shall be used in continuing, planning, or completing outside training.
Heat Index of 101 or greater: The Battalion Chief-Training/Safety (or other staff officer available) shall be contacted to determine if outside training can continue.

Adjustments for Protective Gear

If full protective clothing is worn, add 10 degrees to the environmental temperature before calculating the Heat Index.
If partial turnout gear is worn, add 5 degrees to the environmental temperature.

Hydration and Health

Members should pre-hydrate and post-hydrate during training in warm weather conditions.
Drink 7 oz. of fluid every 20 minutes to stay hydrated.
Alternatives to consider when policy is in effect include:
- Having drills in morning or evening hours
- Rescheduling drills to another day
- Conducting drills inside
- Not wearing turnout gear during drills if possible
- Providing a rehab facility at the drill site

Key Rules for Coping with Extreme Heat

Drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration
Slow down and cool off regularly
If feeling fatigued, headache, elevated pulse rate, or shallow breathing, contact EMS personnel as soon as possible.

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Learn about the safety guidelines for Hoffman Estates Fire Department members during training in extreme temperatures, including heat index calculation and policy.