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What is the primary purpose of the Apparatus Emissions guideline?
What is the primary purpose of the Apparatus Emissions guideline?
- To reduce the risk of accidents on the road
- To reduce the effects of exhaust emissions on the health of station personnel (correct)
- To ensure compliance with environmental regulations
- To maintain the performance of the apparatus
What should be done prior to starting a vehicle in quarters?
What should be done prior to starting a vehicle in quarters?
- Check the fuel level of the vehicle
- Disconnect the exhaust hose from the apparatus
- Perform a daily pump test
- Ensure the exhaust hose is connected to the apparatus (correct)
What should the driver do when leaving quarters?
What should the driver do when leaving quarters?
- Quickly pull the vehicle from the apparatus bay onto the ramp
- Slowly pull the vehicle from the apparatus bay onto the ramp, watching the rear-view mirror for disconnection of the exhaust hose (correct)
- Reverse the vehicle out of the apparatus bay
- Start the vehicle while still in the apparatus bay
What should be done if the apparatus cannot be properly connected to a station exhaust system?
What should be done if the apparatus cannot be properly connected to a station exhaust system?
Why is it important to exercise caution when completing a pump test while connected to the exhaust system?
Why is it important to exercise caution when completing a pump test while connected to the exhaust system?
How often should the guideline be re-evaluated?
How often should the guideline be re-evaluated?
Who approved the Apparatus Emissions guideline?
Who approved the Apparatus Emissions guideline?
How many pages does the Apparatus Emissions guideline consist of?
How many pages does the Apparatus Emissions guideline consist of?
According to the SOG, what is the primary objective behind the requirement to connect apparatus to station exhaust systems?
According to the SOG, what is the primary objective behind the requirement to connect apparatus to station exhaust systems?
The guideline suggests exercise of caution during pump tests while the vehicle is connected to the station exhaust system. What is the main reason for this caution?
The guideline suggests exercise of caution during pump tests while the vehicle is connected to the station exhaust system. What is the main reason for this caution?
Considering the guidelines, what is the most appropriate action when a vehicle is being operated in quarters with an inoperable station exhaust system?
Considering the guidelines, what is the most appropriate action when a vehicle is being operated in quarters with an inoperable station exhaust system?
The guideline mentions 'Responding from Quarters'. What action should the driver take when leaving the apparatus bay?
The guideline mentions 'Responding from Quarters'. What action should the driver take when leaving the apparatus bay?
The guideline states that the 'Apparatus and station exhaust systems are operational'. What does this imply?
The guideline states that the 'Apparatus and station exhaust systems are operational'. What does this imply?
Based on the provided guideline, how often should the SOG 'Apparatus Emissions' be re-evaluated?
Based on the provided guideline, how often should the SOG 'Apparatus Emissions' be re-evaluated?
Why is the guideline titled 'Apparatus Emissions'?
Why is the guideline titled 'Apparatus Emissions'?
Which of the following statements is NOT supported by the guideline?
Which of the following statements is NOT supported by the guideline?
Study Notes
Apparatus Emissions Safety Guidelines
- Purpose: Reduce effects of exhaust emissions on health of station personnel
Responsible Parties
- All company officers and involved firefighters must adhere to this guideline
Apparatus Exhaust Systems
- Diesel and gasoline apparatus must be properly connected to station exhaust recovery systems when operational
- Exhaust system connection allows for:
- Daily pump tests (with caution to avoid overheating)
- Other related activities within the apparatus bay
Station Procedures
- A. In Quarters
- Ensure exhaust hose is connected to apparatus before starting the vehicle
- B. Responding from Quarters
- Slowly pull vehicle from apparatus bay onto the ramp
- Monitor rear-view mirror for disconnection of exhaust hose
Key Reminders
- If the apparatus cannot be connected to a station exhaust system, pull it out of the station when starting the vehicle
- This guideline applies regardless of outside weather conditions
- Remember: If you start, pull it out!!
Apparatus Emissions Safety Guidelines
- Purpose: Reduce effects of exhaust emissions on health of station personnel
Responsible Parties
- All company officers and involved firefighters must adhere to this guideline
Apparatus Exhaust Systems
- Diesel and gasoline apparatus must be properly connected to station exhaust recovery systems when operational
- Exhaust system connection allows for:
- Daily pump tests (with caution to avoid overheating)
- Other related activities within the apparatus bay
Station Procedures
- A. In Quarters
- Ensure exhaust hose is connected to apparatus before starting the vehicle
- B. Responding from Quarters
- Slowly pull vehicle from apparatus bay onto the ramp
- Monitor rear-view mirror for disconnection of exhaust hose
Key Reminders
- If the apparatus cannot be connected to a station exhaust system, pull it out of the station when starting the vehicle
- This guideline applies regardless of outside weather conditions
- Remember: If you start, pull it out!!
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Description
Standard operating guidelines for the Hoffman Estates Fire Department regarding apparatus emissions, effective from January 1, 2022. This NIMS compliant SOG provides safety guidelines for apparatus emissions.
