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What is the primary responsibility of all Spring Fire Department personnel regarding the guidelines?
What is the primary responsibility of all Spring Fire Department personnel regarding the guidelines?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a tactical priority in the rescue operations guidelines?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a tactical priority in the rescue operations guidelines?
What type of harness is specifically mentioned for use in the evacuation of victims?
What type of harness is specifically mentioned for use in the evacuation of victims?
What is the role of Ground Control in a high angle incident?
What is the role of Ground Control in a high angle incident?
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Which component is NOT considered part of the hardware used for rope rescue?
Which component is NOT considered part of the hardware used for rope rescue?
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Which statement reflects the guidelines' stance on safety during technical rescue operations?
Which statement reflects the guidelines' stance on safety during technical rescue operations?
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What is required for each lowering/hauling system in terms of anchor setup?
What is required for each lowering/hauling system in terms of anchor setup?
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How often is the rescue operations guideline reviewed for accuracy?
How often is the rescue operations guideline reviewed for accuracy?
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What is the primary role of the Rescue Team during a rescue incident?
What is the primary role of the Rescue Team during a rescue incident?
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Which type of hitch is specifically mentioned for use when a single load is applied to the safety line system?
Which type of hitch is specifically mentioned for use when a single load is applied to the safety line system?
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What is required for a member to be assigned to the Safety Team?
What is required for a member to be assigned to the Safety Team?
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What does the Safety Line Bag contain?
What does the Safety Line Bag contain?
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Who has the ultimate responsibility for safety-related functions during a rescue incident?
Who has the ultimate responsibility for safety-related functions during a rescue incident?
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What is a characteristic of a Support Firefighter?
What is a characteristic of a Support Firefighter?
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How frequently must the rescue rope be inspected?
How frequently must the rescue rope be inspected?
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What must records for each life safety rope include?
What must records for each life safety rope include?
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What is required before sending a Rescue Firefighter over the edge of any structure?
What is required before sending a Rescue Firefighter over the edge of any structure?
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Who is responsible for ensuring the safety check of all lowering, hauling, and safety systems before a rescue operation?
Who is responsible for ensuring the safety check of all lowering, hauling, and safety systems before a rescue operation?
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Which position is responsible for giving all motion orders during lowering or hauling operations?
Which position is responsible for giving all motion orders during lowering or hauling operations?
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What assessment is performed by the first arriving officer upon dispatch of the Rescue Team?
What assessment is performed by the first arriving officer upon dispatch of the Rescue Team?
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Which of the following is NOT a task involved in the emergency operations according to the guidelines?
Which of the following is NOT a task involved in the emergency operations according to the guidelines?
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What must happen before operations begin on site?
What must happen before operations begin on site?
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Who is allowed to call for a 'Stop' during operations?
Who is allowed to call for a 'Stop' during operations?
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What role is responsible for air monitoring and ventilation during a rescue operation?
What role is responsible for air monitoring and ventilation during a rescue operation?
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Who has ultimate responsibility for the scene during a rescue operation?
Who has ultimate responsibility for the scene during a rescue operation?
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Which group is responsible for commanding all raising, lowering, and safety functions during rescue operations?
Which group is responsible for commanding all raising, lowering, and safety functions during rescue operations?
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What should be prioritized when conducting rescue operations?
What should be prioritized when conducting rescue operations?
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In the case of extended events or those attracting media attention, who designates the media operations area?
In the case of extended events or those attracting media attention, who designates the media operations area?
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What is the purpose of using hand signals during rescue operations?
What is the purpose of using hand signals during rescue operations?
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What should happen to any nylon-based piece of equipment after it has been used in an incident?
What should happen to any nylon-based piece of equipment after it has been used in an incident?
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How often is routine maintenance for high angle rescue equipment scheduled?
How often is routine maintenance for high angle rescue equipment scheduled?
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What action should be taken if equipment is found to be damaged or non-operational?
What action should be taken if equipment is found to be damaged or non-operational?
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What is the primary role of the Rescue Team in high rise rescue incidents?
What is the primary role of the Rescue Team in high rise rescue incidents?
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When is it appropriate for the Rescue Division to develop an Incident Action Plan (IAP) for recovering victims using ropes?
When is it appropriate for the Rescue Division to develop an Incident Action Plan (IAP) for recovering victims using ropes?
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What is required of personnel when removing glass from the exterior of a building?
What is required of personnel when removing glass from the exterior of a building?
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What is one of the main responsibilities of the Safety Officer during a rescue operation?
What is one of the main responsibilities of the Safety Officer during a rescue operation?
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What must back-up teams maintain readiness for during a rescue operation?
What must back-up teams maintain readiness for during a rescue operation?
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Who is responsible for issuing commands throughout the rescue operations?
Who is responsible for issuing commands throughout the rescue operations?
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What should the back-up team be equipped with at all times?
What should the back-up team be equipped with at all times?
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What is NOT a responsibility of the Safety Officer during the rescue operation?
What is NOT a responsibility of the Safety Officer during the rescue operation?
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Study Notes
High & Low Angle Rescue Operations
- Spring Fire Department Guidelines for high & low angle rescue operations.
- Document number: SFD.069
- Date: 01/20/2022
- Revision number: 00
- Scope: Policy pertains to all Spring Fire Department personnel.
- Responsibility: All Spring Fire Department personnel are responsible for knowing and complying with the guideline.
- Review: Fire Chief or designee(s) responsible for reviewing the guideline annually and ensuring its accuracy.
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Tactical Priorities:
- Remove endangered or trapped victims that are beyond the scope of fire suppression personnel capabilities.
- Stabilize the incident and provide for life safety.
- Monitor safety and accountability for all aspects of the technical rescue operation.
Definitions/References
- Rescue Rope: Life safety rope used for high and low angle rescues.
- Rescue Team: Members assigned for the construction and operation of rescue lowering and hauling rope systems.
- Safety Line Bag: Blue backpack style bag located on Rescue 71 containing blue rescue rope and primary equipment for establishing safety rope systems.
- Safety Line System: Independent rope and anchor system attached to the rescuer’s harness and/or patient packaging device.
- Safety Officer: Individual assigned by the Incident Commander responsible for overseeing safety related functions during the incident.
- Safety Team: Members assigned for the construction and operation of safety rope systems.
- Support Firefighter: Unqualified firefighter who is utilized for transportation of required equipment to the Hot Zone or support-type functions. They cannot construct or operate lowering, hauling, or safety rope systems.
Assignments and Responsibilities
- Incident Commander: Overall responsibility for the scene, including the development and implementation of the Incident Action Plan.
- Rescue Division: Commands all raising, lowering, and safety functions from the time that rescuers are online until operations have been completed.
- Safety Officer: Responsible for scene safety, ensuring safety checks are completed, and reporting to the Rescue Division and Incident Commander.
- Rescue Team: Constructs and operates the lowering and/or haul systems.
Key Procedures
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Prior to Sending Rescue Firefighter Over the Edge:
- Full rescue plan and safety brief will occur.
- Full safety check of all lowering, hauling, and safety systems will be completed.
- Safety Officer ensures completion of the safety check and reports to Rescue Division and Incident Commander.
- Motion Orders: All motion orders (lower, raise, stop, etc.) will be given by the Rescue Division, or designee, while Rescue Firefighter(s) are online and lowering/hauling operations are in progress.
Emergency Operations
- Dispatch: Rescue 71 and Engine 71, along with other pre-determined dispatched units.
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First Arriving Officer:
- Gathers information, including number of patients, location of patients, etc.
- Assesses immediate and potential hazards to rescue personnel.
- Assesses the need for additional resources.
- Determines if the situation is a rescue or recovery.
- Keeps non-essential personnel out of the hot zone and debris zone.
- Keeps civilians out of the hot zone and debris zone.
Command Positions and Operations
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Key Command Positions:
- Incident Commander (i.e., Command)
- Rescue Division (i.e., Rescue)
- Safety Officer (i.e., Safety)
- Operations should be conducted with as little risk to rescue personnel as possible, even if not always achievable.
- Mutual aid companies' rescue personnel may be used for critical command and operational positions.
Extrication and Media Operations
- Extricated victims: Shall be removed in the safest manner possible. EMS transport will be provided if necessary.
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Media Operations:
- Incident Commander shall designate a specific media operations area if the event is extended, considered “High Profile”, or otherwise attracts media attention.
- Incident Commander or Public Information Officer should provide regular media updates if necessary.
Hand Signals
- Distress, Need Assistance: One Hand extended above head
- Okay: One Hand on Head
- Move left or right: Point left/right
- Stop: Both arms crossed above head
- Need Medical Kit and Help: Both arms crossed in front of chest
Equipment Maintenance
- After Incident: All equipment shall be inspected for cleaning prior to repacking or reloading. Any rope, webbing, anchor strap, or related nylon-based equipment must be inspected by a Rescue Team Member qualified to inspect rescue software.
- Monthly Maintenance: Personnel assigned to the SFD Rescue Team will complete routine monthly maintenance for all high angle rescue software and hardware.
- Damaged or Non-operational Equipment: SFD Logistics division shall be contacted if any equipment is damaged, lost, or otherwise non-operational.
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Test your knowledge on the Spring Fire Department's guidelines for high and low angle rescue operations. This quiz covers important tactical priorities, responsibilities, and definitions related to rescue operations. Ensure you are familiar with the policies to enhance safety and effectiveness in technical rescues.
