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What primary function will Engine 705 have on vehicle entrapment calls effective 2/29/24?

To respond as a 'heavy engine' (correct)

To handle fire suppression exclusively

To act as a backup for other rescue units

To respond only to medical emergencies

Under what circumstances will Engine 705 be added to the response package?

If the incident commander requests additional units

When it is the only unit available

If Heavy Rescue has an ETA greater than 5 minutes and E705 is closer (correct)

When all other units have arrived on scene

What autonomy does the incident commander have regarding response units?

To decide which unit will not respond to a call

To immediately dispatch every unit available

To cancel further out responding units based on conditions on scene (correct)

To only allow Engine 705 to respond to all calls

Which areas will the Heavy Engine response be applied to?

Areas shaded in red, specifically south of Station 5 Signup and view all the answers

Which tools will the units on Kiawah and Seabrook carry for now?

A combi-tool Signup and view all the answers

What additional equipment has been placed on Engine 705?

Cutters, spreaders, and rams Signup and view all the answers

What should personnel do if they encounter response issues?

Pass the information up the chain of command Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Engine Response Changes

Effective date for new protocol is 2/29/24.
Engine 705 will operate as a "heavy engine" during vehicle entrapment incidents.
If Heavy Rescue's ETA exceeds 5 minutes and Heavy Engine (E705) is closer, E705 will be included in the response package.

Incident Command Autonomy

Incident commanders have the authority to cancel further units based on conditions found on the scene.

Geographic Response Areas

Areas marked in red indicate regions where the Heavy Engine response protocol will be enforced.
For entrapment calls south of Station 5, E705 will be the primary rescue resource.

Equipment Availability

Units on Kiawah and Seabrook currently equipped with only a combi-tool.
Full equipment set (cutters, spreaders, rams) available on Engine 705.

Communication and Feedback

Personnel are encouraged to report any response issues, questions, or concerns up the chain of command.
Monitoring of responses and feedback gathering will take place in the upcoming weeks.

Contact Information

Chris Whaley, Assistant Chief of Operations
Phone: (843) 559-9194
Website: www.STJFD.ORG
Address: 1148 Main Rd, Johns Island

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This quiz covers the new protocols for Engine 705, which will now respond as a 'heavy engine' for vehicle entrapment calls effective 2/29/24. It details the decision-making authority of the incident commander and the response package adjustments based on proximity. Test your understanding of these important operational changes.