Tac 9 MAYDAY Procedures in Emergency Operations

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What is the first action personnel should take when in a MAYDAY situation?

Activate the PAS Device.

Contact Command using the term MAYDAY three times. (correct)

Switch to a different Talkgroup.

Provide LUNAR information immediately.

Which of the following best describes what LUNAR stands for?

Location, Unit Number, Name, Assignment, Resources (correct)

Location, Unit Number, Notes, Assignment, Resources

Location, Unit Number, Needs, Action, Retrieval

Location, Understanding, Needs, Assistance, Response

What should personnel do if they are unable to communicate via radio during a MAYDAY?

Activate the PASS Device manually and intermittently for at least 1 minute. (correct)

Use visual signals to get attention.

Wait for assistance without further action.

Attempt to switch frequencies.

What action should the Incident Commander take upon receiving a MAYDAY?

Control all radio communication related to the MAYDAY situation. Signup and view all the answers

What is a necessary step if personnel cannot provide LUNAR information after declaring a MAYDAY?

Conduct an immediate PAR of all units functioning in the Life Threatening environment. Signup and view all the answers

What should Company Commanders do after a MAYDAY has been declared?

Perform an immediate PAR of their personnel. Signup and view all the answers

What will Dispatch do in response to a declared MAYDAY?

Assign an additional alarm to the incident. Signup and view all the answers

If a crew involved in the MAYDAY communicates on an unassigned Talkgroup, what should they do?

Notify Command and allow the dispatcher to stay with them. Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken if a Radio Emergency Button is activated?

Dispatch must immediately notify Command. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of periodic Brief Progress Reports during a MAYDAY event?

To update Dispatch about the RIT operation(s). Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the MAYDAY policy?

To outline procedures for notifying the Incident Commander of personnel in distress. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following scenarios qualifies as a MAYDAY situation?

A firefighter experiences sudden chest pains while on duty. Signup and view all the answers

What does the acronym PASS stand for in the context of the MAYDAY procedures?

Personal Alert Safety System. Signup and view all the answers

When is a PASS Device treated as a distress signal?

When it has been activated for more than 1 minute. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about the term MAYDAY is NOT true?

It must only be used in non-life-threatening situations. Signup and view all the answers

What should a Fire Service personnel do when they realize they are in a life-threatening situation?

Notify Command immediately without hesitation. Signup and view all the answers

What does the activation of the Emergency Button on a portable radio signify?

It is treated as a MAYDAY until proven otherwise. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Personnel Accountability Report (PAR) in a MAYDAY situation?

To indicate if crew members have visual contact with each other. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

MAYDAY Procedures Overview

Objective is to provide uniform notification to the Incident Commander about lost, trapped, or ill Fire Service personnel in life-threatening environments.
Emphasizes the importance of early notification for survival and clear communication regarding emergency situations.

Definition of MAYDAY

A MAYDAY indicates one or more Fire Service personnel are in immediate life-threatening situations.
The radio term "MAYDAY, MAYDAY, MAYDAY" is used for urgent help requests.
Examples of MAYDAY scenarios include being lost, experiencing severe medical issues, low air alarm without an exit, or being trapped in a collapse.
An activated PASS Device for over 1 minute will trigger a distress signal.
An activated Emergency Button on a portable radio is treated as a MAYDAY until proven otherwise.
A Personnel Accountability Report (PAR) ensures visual contact with team members.

MAYDAY Transmittal Procedure

Personnel in distress should use "MAYDAY, MAYDAY, MAYDAY" to contact Command.
The acronym LUNAR is used to communicate vital information:
- Location
- Unit Number
- Name
- Assignment
- Resources needed for rescue
Personnel should activate their Emergency Button and manually activate their PAS Device intermittently following a MAYDAY call.
If unable to communicate, the PASS Device should be activated manually for at least one minute to confirm the MAYDAY status.

Command Procedures

Only radio traffic specific to the MAYDAY will occur once received.
The Incident Commander oversees all communication and will announce the MAYDAY situation.
In cases where LUNAR information is provided, an immediate PAR is not necessary; otherwise, a PAR will be conducted.
Company Commanders must conduct immediate PAR of their personnel post-MAYDAY declaration.
Command may utilize additional Tactical Talkgroups for other operations, but not switch crews currently involved in the MAYDAY.
Regular Brief Progress Reports regarding the Rescue Task Force (RIT) operations will be provided to Dispatch.
Command must inform Dispatch when the MAYDAY event concludes.

Dispatch Response to a MAYDAY

An additional alarm is assigned by Dispatch, which can be a second or extra alarm for resource deployment.
A specific operator is designated to monitor the Talkgroup during MAYDAY events.
If a MAYDAY crew communicates on an unassigned Talkgroup, Command will be notified, and the dispatcher will stay with that crew.
Dispatch is responsible for notifying Command upon activation of the Radio Emergency Button from any unit on the scene, along with relevant information.

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This quiz explores the essential MAYDAY procedures for Fire Service personnel during emergency operations. Understanding these protocols can significantly impact the survival of trapped or ill teammates. Test your knowledge on how to effectively notify the Incident Commander in life-threatening situations.