Incident Management System Overview

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Match the safety protocols with their descriptions:

Seat belts worn all the time = Always ensure safety in a vehicle Headlights on = Illuminate the path during emergency response Traffic cones placement = Used for safety when parked near traffic Use of left lane = Preferable during emergency responses

Match the requirements to drive department vehicles with their specifics:

Must be 18 = Age requirement for driving Class B License = Required for vehicles over 26,000 lbs Certified driving record = Must be from DPS for the last 5 years Complete emergency vehicle competency course = Necessary training for driving emergency vehicles

Match the actions during a traffic incident with their purposes:

Park at a 45-degree angle = Enhances visibility and safety Second engine position upstream = Protects the scene by keeping vehicles away Take incident lane plus 1 = Increases safety for responders Use of spotter = Helps manage traffic safely

Match the aspects to consider during commercial fires:

Life Safety = Prioritize safety of occupants Fire protection features = Includes alarms and sprinkler systems Construction features = Important for assessing fire spread risk Fire load = Determines the intensity of the fire threat Signup and view all the answers

Match the actions to enhance water supply during incidents:

Pumping water into sprinkler system = Stabilizes the incident effectively Cut off lines using 3" hose = Essential for managing fire volume Use of TED = Improves exit visibility Consider potential for collapse = Assesses building stability during fires Signup and view all the answers

Match the emergency response guidelines with their objectives:

Code 3 = Requesting the right of way Slow or stop at red lights = Ensures control of traffic When approaching school bus = Wait for signals to turn off or be instructed Inside compartments should be closed = Prevents distractions during operations Signup and view all the answers

Match the second engine duties with their responsibilities:

Scene safety = Ensures the area is secure Traffic cones = Used to direct and protect the scene Assist with incident mitigation = Helps in reducing fire impact First in can cancel second in = If the scene is controlled Signup and view all the answers

Match the considerations for safety at highway incidents:

Hills and curves = Assessment for approach and safety Exit and entrance ramps = Places of potential hazards Traffic speed = Affects response and safety measures Weather conditions = Influences operational strategies Signup and view all the answers

Match the commercial fire features with their characteristics:

Fire doors = Limits fire spread within the structure Sprinkler systems = Automatic suppression of fires Strobe lights at exits = Enhances visibility during evacuations Size of occupancy = Influences resource allocation during fire responses Signup and view all the answers

Match the factors influencing driving during emergencies:

Traffic speed = Impacts maneuvering and safety Weather conditions = Affects visibility and road safety Line of sight = Critical for safe navigation Use of left lane = Preferred for reducing traffic interruptions Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms related to fire incidents with their definitions:

Level 2 Staging = Centralized staging location for resources at multiple alarm incidents Incident Base = Location for primary support activities and parking unused apparatus Base Manager = First engine on the second alarm responsible for managing base operations Rehab Manager = Reports to medical unit leader/logistics section chief Signup and view all the answers

Match the following vehicle rescue terms with their meanings:

Action Circle = 10'-15' area around a rescue vehicle Pin In = Vehicle structure is impinging on a person Entrapment = Not just an exit path but requires extrication Inverted Roof Flap = Rescue method described as Oyster or Clam shell Signup and view all the answers

Match the following uniform types with their descriptions:

Class A Uniform = Long Sleeve Buttoned Shirt with Solid Black Tie Class B Uniform = Buttoned uniform shirt without a tie or a Polo Class C Uniform = T Shirt Formal Uniform = Worn for funerals, awards, or designated by Chief Officers Signup and view all the answers

Match the following personal appearance standards with their specifications:

Breast Badge = Centered over the left pocket Collar Brass = Centered 3/4 of an inch above the collar's bottom edge Name Tag = Centered on the top edge of the right pocket flap Service Pin = Centered on the right pocket flap Signup and view all the answers

Match the following fitness standards with their requirements:

Pack Test = 3 miles with a 45-pound vest in 45 minutes Pro Run = A fitness evaluation task Consumption Course = 5 laps in 21:20 time NFPA 1582 = Includes 14 essential job tasks for firefighters Signup and view all the answers

Match the following personal appearance guidelines with their rules:

Socks = Only Black, Navy, or White socks allowed Mustaches = Cannot hang down past the upper lip Sideburns = Cannot extend below the bottom of the earlobe Hair = Must not extend beyond the bottom of the collar Signup and view all the answers

Match the following firefighter duties with their specifications:

Engineer = Assumes role of Rehab Manager during incidents First Engine = Responsible for tactical parking in fire incidents Officer = Assigned on the second alarm as Staging Manager Fitness Evaluations = Conducted 45 minutes to 1 hour during shifts Signup and view all the answers

Match the following uniform components with their specific placement:

Left Shoulder Patch = WFD Patch Right Shoulder Patch = EMT Patch Awards Bars = Centered on the top edge of the left pocket flap 100 Boot Allowance = Granted per year for uniformed personnel Signup and view all the answers

Match the following incident levels with their definitions:

Box Alarm = Used when several vehicles or floors are on fire Multiple Alarm Incident = Requires establishing a staging area and incident base Staging Area = Location for resource assembly during incidents Rehab = Established to provide rest and recovery for personnel Signup and view all the answers

Match the following fire incident protocols with their descriptions:

Thumbs Up = Turn ON the power to the unit Thumbs Down = Turn OFF the power to the unit First Arriving Unit = Parks tactically to unload equipment and block traffic Close Hose Line = Ensures safety and quick access to the incident Signup and view all the answers

Match the following high-rise fire response elements with their descriptions:

Two In Two Out = Leaving two members outside the IDLH in the attack stairwell Second Alarm = Upgrade when evidence of working fire is present Staging Area = Location for Rehab and Reserve equipment Fourth Arriving Unit = Assumes Lobby Control and obtains Knox Box keys Signup and view all the answers

Match the following active shooter incident zones with their definitions:

Hot Zone = Area only for law enforcement, no entry allowed Warm Zone = Area under law enforcement protection, entry allowed Cold Zone = Area deemed secure by law enforcement Transportation Corridor = Area used for ambulances to enter and exit Signup and view all the answers

Match the following UTV operations protocols with their requirements:

PPE = Head and Eye Protection required Daily Checks = Conducted each tour for equipment readiness Stabilizers = Must be stowed at the rear of the trailer Pressure Limit = Maximum between 8-12 PSI for equipment Signup and view all the answers

Match the following components of hazardous travel protocols with their conditions:

Tropical Storm = Sustained winds over 39 mph Chains Usage = Maximum speed is 30 MPH First In - Last Out = Personnel order for response Staffing Requirement = Stations to become self-sufficient for 48 hours Signup and view all the answers

Match the following brush truck operation elements with their descriptions:

Type 6 Engines = Designation for brush trucks Strike Team = Group of 5 brush trucks under a leader Pumping Operations = Limit to 60 PSI at the intake Class A Foam = Add 1/2 gallon per 500 gallons to booster tank Signup and view all the answers

Match the following residential fire considerations with their factors:

Limited Access = Congestion due to proximity of buildings Fire Exposure = Risk to nearby structures Water Supply = Critical factor during response Minimum Flow = 150 gpm is the standard per hand line Signup and view all the answers

Match the following parking garage fire response elements with their requirements:

Response Team = 1 Aerial, 2 Engines, 1 Battalion Chief Initial Pumping Pressure = Should be set at 150 psi to FDC Connector Hose = 50-foot section of 3” for aerial connection FDC Use = Pump water directly to the fire department connection Signup and view all the answers

Match the following responsibilities in an active shooter response with their roles:

RTF Members = Theoretical minimum staffing is 2 WFD and 2 LE Crisis Site = Area for medical needs, divided into zones ALERRT Program = Training designed for law enforcement and fire response Evacuation Group = Responsible for ensuring rescue and evacuation Signup and view all the answers

Match the following fire scene elements with their functions:

Fire Control Room = Point for size up reports and coordination Exterior Report = Initial assessment from outside the building Fire Attack Stairwell = Used to gain access while managing IDLH Fire Floor = Specific floor where fire activity is present Signup and view all the answers

Match the following types of firefighters' response vehicles with their specifications:

E902/E901 = Includes 3 firefighters for engine response E901 = Main response vehicle designation for engine Bat901 = Chief and firefighter response designation Brush Truck = Main vehicle for non-structural responses Signup and view all the answers

Match the following methods for handling standpipes or sprinklers with their procedures:

Tandem Pumping = Occurs when pressure required is over 225 psi Water Supply = Third engine to assume during fire response Supplying Sprinkler = Involves connections to standpipe systems Establish Hydrant Supply = Essential for obtaining adequate water source Signup and view all the answers

Match the following characteristics of high-rise fires with their response strategies:

4 Engines = Required for initial response in high-rise fires 3 Aerials = Needed for access and support operations Size Up Reports = Five reports required for comprehensive assessment Pressurized Stairwells = Critical for entry operation safety Signup and view all the answers

Match the following response personnel with their roles in a high-rise fire event:

Operations Section Chief = Leads the tactical response operations RIC Group = Responsible for firefighter rescue operations Backup Company = Provides support as needed during incidents Command Staff Positions = Key for effective decision-making and strategy Signup and view all the answers

Match the following UTV operational checklists with their main points:

Ethanol-Free Fuel = Required for filling pump Seat Belts = Must be worn at all times during transport Weekly Check = Performed each Wednesday for equipment health Driver Responsibility = Only person who can hook up the trailer Signup and view all the answers

Match the following strategies for casualty evacuation with their phrases:

STOP THE KILLING = Focus on preventing further threats STOP THE DYING = Priority to save injured individuals RAPID CASUALTY EVACUATION = Quickly removing casualties from danger CCP = Casualty Collection Point setup during incidents Signup and view all the answers

Match the following Incident Management System terms with their definitions:

Branch = A supervisory level established in operations or logistics RIC = Rapid Intervention Crew Level 2 Staging = Assigned a separate radio channel for staging companies Hot Zone = Area with immediate threat to responder safety Signup and view all the answers

Match the following NFPA standards with their focus areas:

NFPA 1561 = Emergency Services Incident Management System NFPA 1584 = Incident rehab requirements NFPA 1500 = Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health NFPA 1001 = Firefighter qualifications and training Signup and view all the answers

Match the following roles to their Command Post vest colors:

Command = White Operations Chief = Red Planning Section Chief = Dark Blue Logistics = Orange Signup and view all the answers

Match the following Incident Priorities with their order of importance:

Life Safety = 1st priority Property Conservation = 3rd priority Incident Stabilization = 2nd priority Societal Restoration = 4th priority Signup and view all the answers

Match the firefighting modes of operation with their descriptions:

Investigation = Analyzing the incident scene Offensive = Fire attack and rescue operations Defensive = Protecting exposures and controlling fire spread Incident Objective = Goals set for incident response Signup and view all the answers

Match the following engine responsibilities with their tasks:

First Pumper = Fire Attack Second Pumper = Backup Third Pumper = Supply water at hydrant Fourth Pumper = Level 1 Stage Signup and view all the answers

Match the following radio communication terms with their meanings:

Direct Copy = Receiving a message by listening in Hot Mic = Eight to ten-second broadcast after activation Emergency Traffic = Communication prioritizing safety Tactical Withdrawal = Order to retreat from the scene Signup and view all the answers

Match the following scenario descriptions to their corresponding Mayday situations:

Separated from Crew = Lost firefighter requires assistance SCBA Malfunction = Low air alarm in an IDLH atmosphere Injured/Disabled = Physically unable to escape Trapped in Debris = Firefighter pinned and requires rescue Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terminology related to fire ground zones:

Hot Zone = Area with active hazards Warm Zone = Safety buffer around hot zone Cold Zone = Safety area for command and staging No Entry Zone = Area completely secured to prevent access Signup and view all the answers

Match the following fire operations to their respective pumper roles in Mid-Rise incidents:

First Pumper = Fire Attack 1 Second Pumper = Fire Attack 2 Third Pumper = Water Supply Fourth Pumper = Level 1 at Hydrant Signup and view all the answers

Match the following tools with their role during a RIC operation:

RIC Pack = Contains essential rescue equipment Dry Hose-line = Provides water supply for rescue efforts Thermal Imaging Camera = Used for locating firefighters in distress Radios = Communication tools for RIC personnel Signup and view all the answers

Match the following crew communication requirements with their functions:

Visual Contact = Required for Two-In/Two-Out teams Announcement on Radio = Informing command of entry RIC Establishment = Safety and accountability for interior teams Maintaining Crew Responsibility = Avoiding dual assignments during rescues Signup and view all the answers

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