IMS 104.3.2 MAYDAY Part 3
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What is the first action taken by Toronto Fire Communications upon hearing a MAYDAY?

  • Notify the closest RIT apparatus
  • Dispatch an additional alarm level to the Base location
  • Direct all crews to switch to Channel 16
  • Ensure Incident Command is aware of the MAYDAY (correct)

    • What happens if Channel 16 is not available?

  • The MAYDAY event is downgraded to a routine call
  • The closest RIT apparatus is not dispatched
  • Command is notified and radio silence is maintained (correct)
  • All crews switch to a Strategic Channel

    • What is the purpose of dispatching the closest RIT apparatus and an additional alarm level?

  • To enhance radio silence during the MAYDAY event
  • To downgrade the MAYDAY event to a routine call
  • To provide additional radio communication support
  • To ensure necessary crews and RIT teams are on hand for further rescue or suppression needs (correct)

    • What happens when a Firefighter declares a MAYDAY on a Channel other than the incident Channel?

    <p>The Incident Commander is immediately informed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when Toronto Fire Communications receives an emergency signal from a portable radio?

    <p>Immediately try to establish radio communication with the Firefighter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the dedicated Captain during a MAYDAY event?

    <p>To monitor both the MAYDAY and the emergency event</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done immediately if unable to establish communications with a Firefighter?

    <p>Inform the Incident Commander of the emergency signal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when the benchmark 'Firefighter Outside' is announced?

    <p>Toronto Fire Communications announces the conclusion of the MAYDAY</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstances should Communication staff implement the MAYDAY protocol?

    <p>When the Incident Commander does not acknowledge the emergency signal after three attempts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Incident Commander’s and RITSO’s Quick Reference Sheet?

    <p>To help Incident Commanders manage MAYDAY situations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information should be transmitted after 'MAYDAY MAYDAY MAYDAY'?

    <p>The last known location of the firefighter and the problem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are the Incident Commander’s and RITSO’s Quick Reference Sheets and Operations MAYDAY Checklist placed?

    <p>In Command vehicles and District Chief vans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for maintaining RADIO SILENCE when a MAYDAY request is received?

    <p>To prevent interference with the MAYDAY transmission</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Upon receiving a MAYDAY, what is the role of the dedicated Dispatcher?

    <p>To monitor the Channel of the MAYDAY event</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if a Firefighter declares a MAYDAY on a Channel other than the incident Channel?

    <p>The Incident Commander is immediately informed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of dispatching an additional alarm level to the Base location?

    <p>To provide additional resources for rescue or suppression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the responsibility of Toronto Fire Communications upon receiving an emergency signal from a portable radio?

    <p>Attempt to establish radio communication with the Firefighter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the dedicated Captain during a MAYDAY event?

    <p>To monitor both the MAYDAY and the emergency event</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if the Incident Commander does not acknowledge the MAYDAY?

    <p>Implement the MAYDAY protocol as if the Incident Commander dictated so</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the MAYDAY protocol?

    <p>To provide emergency assistance to a firefighter in distress</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information should be provided when transmitting the MAYDAY signal?

    <p>The last known location of the firefighter, apparatus and crew radio identifier, and the problem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Incident Commander's and RITSO's Quick Reference Sheet?

    <p>To provide a checklist for MAYDAY situations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done once the benchmark 'Firefighter Outside' is announced?

    <p>Communication staff should announce the conclusion of the MAYDAY</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should Communication staff implement the MAYDAY protocol?

    <p>If there is a delay in the Incident Commander's response</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Communications Responsibilities for a Mayday

    • Upon receiving a Mayday request, radio silence is maintained, and Toronto Fire Communications ensure Incident Command (IC) is aware of the Mayday.
    • Toronto Fire Communications transmit a message over all channels at the incident, with alert tones, announcing the Mayday and requiring radio silence.
    • If Channel 16 is available, crews (except interior crews and those involved in the Mayday) are directed to switch to Channel 16.
    • If Channel 16 is not available, Command is notified, and radio silence is maintained.
    • The closest RIT apparatus and an additional alarm level are dispatched to the Base location on a Strategic Channel.
    • A Dispatcher is dedicated to monitor the Channel of the Mayday event.
    • Another Dispatcher is dedicated to handle the emergency event.
    • A Captain is dedicated to monitor both the Mayday and the emergency event.

    Receiving an Emergency Signal from a Portable Radio

    • Upon receiving an emergency signal from a portable radio, Toronto Fire Communications try to establish radio communication with the Firefighter to determine the nature of the emergency.
    • If unable to establish communication, the Incident Commander is immediately informed of the emergency signal, and radio silence is ordered if necessary.
    • The Mayday protocol is implemented as dictated by the Incident Commander or by Communication staff if the Incident Commander doesn't acknowledge the Mayday.

    Mayday Protocol

    • If the Incident Commander doesn't acknowledge the Mayday or an unreasonable amount of time passes without acknowledgment, Communication staff implement the Mayday protocol.
    • The protocol involves transmitting "MAYDAY MAYDAY MAYDAY" followed by the last known location of the Firefighter, the apparatus and crew radio identifier, and the problem.

    Concluding a Mayday

    • Once the "Firefighter Outside" benchmark is announced, Toronto Fire Communications announce the conclusion of the Mayday, and all crews are asked to switch back to their original assigned Channel(s) upon the direction of the Incident Commander.

    Incident Commander's and RITSO's Quick Reference Sheet and Operations Mayday Checklist

    • The Incident Commander's and RITSO's Quick Reference Sheet and Operations Mayday Checklist are developed by the IMS Review Committee/Firefighter Self Survival and Rescue Program to assist in managing a Mayday situation.
    • These documents highlight key points to be addressed for a successful outcome in a Mayday situation and are used to prepare and enable Incident Commanders and Officers to respond effectively.
    • The Reference Sheets and Checklist are plasticized and placed in all Command vehicles and District Chief vans.

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