Marine Response Procedures

Questions and Answers

What should the incident command primarily ensure during marine vessel firefighting operations?

Rapid response time

Full evacuation of the area

Safety of personnel (correct)

Presence of sufficient water supply

In case of marine vessel fires, how should they be managed according to command procedures?

As if they were structure type fires (correct)

As if they were wildfires

As if they were gas fires

As if they were electrical fires

What equipment must the first arriving engine company have when responding to a marine vessel fire?

Full PPE with SCBA and a charged foam line (correct)

A bucket of water and a multi-tool

A drone and a thermal imaging camera

An aerial ladder and fire extinguishers

What role does the second arriving engine have in marine firefighting operations?

To locate the nearest hydrant and await instructions Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to shut down electrical systems during marine firefighting operations?

To avoid danger to firefighting crews Signup and view all the answers

What is the first duty of the first arriving crew at a marine vessel fire?

Ensure complete evacuation of civilians Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following should be notified if necessary during a marine vessel fire?

Local, state, and federal agencies Signup and view all the answers

Which systems should be employed on-board during a marine vessel fire when possible?

Private fire protection systems Signup and view all the answers

What type of equipment might be included as part of the operational readiness for the first crew on a marine vessel fire?

Charged hose lines and rescue gear Signup and view all the answers

What should the initial size-up and command practices follow during marine firefighting operations?

Command SOP for size-up and command practices Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Clearwater Fire & Rescue Department's marine response protocol?

To mitigate marine emergencies while ensuring employee safety Signup and view all the answers

What type of response should each marine incident be treated as?

A structure fire response Signup and view all the answers

What should be considered for rescue operations in open water?

Jet Skis and the department's dive boat Signup and view all the answers

When may the U.S. Coast Guard or Marine Patrol need to assist in fire suppression?

If the vessel is not reachable by handlines from the dock Signup and view all the answers

What is the first priority for firefighters upon arrival at an open water marine vessel fire?

Rescue of civilians/crew members in the water Signup and view all the answers

What additional resources may be required at a marina for marine incidents?

Exposure protection and line placement support Signup and view all the answers

For vessels greater than 50 feet, operational issues are guided by which series?

Pinellas County 600 series Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a priority action for the fire department when responding to marine vessel fires?

Extinguishing the fire using land-based support Signup and view all the answers

What date was the marine response SOP approved?

06/17/13 Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if the fire department's marine units arrive before the Coast Guard?

Begin rescue operations immediately Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Purpose of Marine Response SOP

Addresses fires on marine equipment in water environments including harbored and docked vessels.
Provides guidance for fire suppression while ensuring employee safety.

Marine Equipment Considerations

Jet Skis and the department's dive boat are essential for rescue operations, access, and incident security in open water.
U.S. Coast Guard or Marine Patrol assistance may be required for fire suppression if vessels are unreachable by handlines.

Response Protocol

Marine responses are treated as structure fires for operational efficiency.
Initial alarm for "Commercial Marine Vessel Fire" aligns with structure fire protocols.
Additional resources may be necessary for exposure protection if vessels are docked in marinas.
Prioritization during open water marine vessel fires:
- Rescue civilians/crew in the water.
- Rescue civilians/crew still on the vessel.
- Execute firefighting operations.

Incident Command

Compliance is required with Pinellas County 600 series protocols for incident command.
Manage marine vessel fires with structure fire response strategies.
Notification to local, state, and federal agencies is critical; include agencies like Haz-Mat teams and Coast Guard.
Personnel safety is the top priority during firefighting operations aboard marine vessels.

Marine Response Roles & Responsibilities

Command units must adhere to size-up and command practices (refer to SOP 600-01).
First arriving engine company should go directly to the scene with appropriate safety gear (full PPE, SCBA) and equipment (tagline rope, charged foam line).
First crew ensures the complete evacuation of civilians before engaging in firefighting.
Second arriving engine company should find the nearest hydrant and await instructions from the Incident Command.
Subsequent units should stay staged until assigned tasks.
Efforts to shut down dangerous electrical systems must consider the operation of vital machinery (e.g., bilge pumps).
Utilize onboard private fire protection systems whenever feasible.

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This quiz covers the Standard Operating Procedure S.O.P. 619 for Clearwater Fire and Rescue Department's marine response operations. Explore the essential protocols and guidelines for effective response in marine emergencies. Ideal for new recruits and experienced personnel alike.