Hoffman Estates Fire Dept: Gas Alert Quattro SOP

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What should you do if you miss a step during the monitoring process?

Wait and the monitor will default back to the monitoring screen (correct)

Continue with the next step

Turn off the monitor and start again

Repeat the entire process from the beginning

Why is it necessary to clear peak hold readings?

To complete the functional bump test

To prepare the monitor for storage (correct)

To ensure proper sensor function

To reset the monitor's alarm system

What is the purpose of the functional bump test?

To inspect the monitor's storage case

To change the batteries in the monitor

To ensure proper sensor operation prior to use (correct)

To test the monitor's alarm system

How often should batteries be changed?

Whenever the battery indicator shows a weak battery level Signup and view all the answers

What should you do after completing a functional bump test?

Clear the peak hold readings Signup and view all the answers

How do you turn off the monitor?

Press the on/off mode button until the monitor turns off Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the bump gas bottle and attachment hose?

To perform a functional bump test Signup and view all the answers

Where should the monitor be stored when not in use?

In its storage case Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in changing the batteries of the monitor?

Loosen the screw in the middle of the monitor Signup and view all the answers

What should be done after replacing the batteries in the monitor?

Complete a work order to the Hazardous Materials Division Signup and view all the answers

Where is the battery indicator located on the monitor?

At the bottom of the display screen Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken if the monitor fails the functional bump test?

Take it out of service and notify the Hazardous Materials Coordinator Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following tasks is NOT allowed for fire department personnel?

Make repairs on the monitor Signup and view all the answers

What must be checked before using the Gas Alert Quattro monitor?

The operation of the monitor Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with the spare batteries after use?

Communicate usage to the Hazardous Materials Division Signup and view all the answers

How many AA batteries need to be replaced in the monitor?

Three Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of the apparatus operator regarding the Gas Alert Quattro monitor?

To perform a daily inspection of the monitor. Signup and view all the answers

During the daily inspection, which action is NOT part of the process of clearing the peak hold readings?

Ensuring that the battery indicator is functioning correctly. Signup and view all the answers

Based on the provided information, which sensor reading should NOT be cleared when resetting the peak hold readings?

Oxygen (O2) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 'warm-up period' when turning on the Gas Alert Quattro monitor?

To allow the monitor to reach its optimal operating temperature for accurate readings. Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of pages in the 'Gas Alert Quattro' SOG document?

3 Signup and view all the answers

What is the date on which the 'Gas Alert Quattro' SOG document is scheduled to be reevaluated?

January 1, 2026 Signup and view all the answers

How often should the Gas Alert Quattro monitor be inspected?

Daily Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for clearing peak hold readings on the Gas Alert Quattro monitor?

Ensure the monitor is in fresh air. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Hoffman Estates Fire Department Standard Operating Guidelines

Equipment Guidelines - Gas Alert Quattro

The Gas Alert Quattro atmospheric monitor is used to detect gas levels in poor air quality situations
The monitor should be inspected daily by the apparatus operator

Daily Inspection Guidelines

Remove the monitor from its storage case and turn it on in fresh air
The monitor will undergo a warm-up period and self-check
Check the battery indicator to ensure it's operating correctly
Clear peak hold readings by double-tapping the on/off button
Cycle through screens until you reach the "Hold to reset peaks" screen, then press and hold the on/off button until the check mark appears
Ensure all sensors read zero, except oxygen which should read approximately 21.0%
If any step is missed, the monitor will default back to the monitoring screen
Turn off the monitor and return it to its storage case after inspection

Functional Bump Test Guidelines

A functional bump test ensures the sensors are properly operating prior to use
Perform a functional bump test before each incident
Use the bump gas bottle and attachment hose to perform the test
Place the cover over the sensor housing and tighten the screw
Squeeze the trigger on the bump gas bottle (approximately 5 seconds) until the monitor alarms
Check the display to ensure all sensors have a positive reading
Clear peak holds after the functional bump test

Battery Changes

Fire department personnel are responsible for changing batteries when the battery indicator shows a weak level
Remove the monitor from its storage case and turn it over
Remove the battery case cover using the supplied tool
Loosen the screw in the middle of the monitor
Remove the battery holder and replace all three batteries (AA) with spare batteries
Return the battery case cover to its original location and ensure the battery is operating correctly
Complete a work order to the Hazardous Materials Division to communicate spare battery usage

Use and Maintenance

The Gas Alert Quattro monitor should be used whenever poor air quality is expected or suspected
The monitor should be inspected and bump tested prior to use
If the monitor fails to function properly or fails the functional bump test, it should be taken out of service and sent to the Hazardous Materials Coordinator
No repairs should be attempted by fire department personnel unless properly trained and authorized by the Hazardous Materials Coordinator

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This quiz covers the standard operating guidelines for the Hoffman Estates Fire Department, specifically the Gas Alert Quattro equipment. It's NIMS compliant and effective as of January 1, 2022.