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Which method is NOT recommended for hand hygiene after contact with a patient?
Which method is NOT recommended for hand hygiene after contact with a patient?
- Using gloves during patient contact
- Washing hands with soap and water afterwards
- Rubbing hands on clothing (correct)
- Using TFD-supplied germicidal towlettes
What should be done immediately after using TFD-supplied germicidal hand sanitizer?
What should be done immediately after using TFD-supplied germicidal hand sanitizer?
- Dry hands using a paper towel
- Reapply hand sanitizer
- Avoid any further hand washing
- Wash hands with soap and water as soon as feasible (correct)
Which of the following is true about hand washing after using gloves?
Which of the following is true about hand washing after using gloves?
- Only soap and water is required if gloves were used
- Hands should be washed immediately with alcohol-based wipes
- Hands must be washed after contact with gloves, regardless of the sanitizer used (correct)
- Hands do not need to be washed if gloves are used
What is the primary defense mentioned against the spread of infection?
What is the primary defense mentioned against the spread of infection?
After using TFD-supplied germicidal towlettes, what is the next recommended step?
After using TFD-supplied germicidal towlettes, what is the next recommended step?
Which specific item is NOT included in the structural firefighting PPE?
Which specific item is NOT included in the structural firefighting PPE?
What is the primary purpose of Body Substance Isolation (BSI) when dealing with patients?
What is the primary purpose of Body Substance Isolation (BSI) when dealing with patients?
When can the Incident Commander permit firefighters to wear reduced levels of PPE?
When can the Incident Commander permit firefighters to wear reduced levels of PPE?
What additional protective equipment is recommended when dealing with a patient who has a cough?
What additional protective equipment is recommended when dealing with a patient who has a cough?
Which practice is NOT a way to minimize contamination while using medical equipment?
Which practice is NOT a way to minimize contamination while using medical equipment?
What should be done when splashing of blood/body fluids is likely?
What should be done when splashing of blood/body fluids is likely?
Which specific scenario requires the use of an N95 mask for the patient?
Which specific scenario requires the use of an N95 mask for the patient?
What is a key component of effective Body Substance Isolation (BSI)?
What is a key component of effective Body Substance Isolation (BSI)?
Who is responsible for the overall management of the Respiratory Protection Program?
Who is responsible for the overall management of the Respiratory Protection Program?
What is required of the Chief of Safety in relation to respirator fit testing?
What is required of the Chief of Safety in relation to respirator fit testing?
Which role is assigned the responsibility of specifying respirators for the TFD?
Which role is assigned the responsibility of specifying respirators for the TFD?
Under which specific OSHA standard does the Respiratory Protection Program comply?
Under which specific OSHA standard does the Respiratory Protection Program comply?
Which of the following is NOT part of the Respiratory Protection Program's details?
Which of the following is NOT part of the Respiratory Protection Program's details?
What type of training will the Tulsa Fire Training Branch conduct?
What type of training will the Tulsa Fire Training Branch conduct?
What is the primary intent of the Respiratory Protection Program?
What is the primary intent of the Respiratory Protection Program?
Who is responsible for conducting medical surveillance within the TFD?
Who is responsible for conducting medical surveillance within the TFD?
Who is responsible for the maintenance of respirators and breathing air compressors, excluding routine cleaning?
Who is responsible for the maintenance of respirators and breathing air compressors, excluding routine cleaning?
What is the minimum acceptable fit factor for full face pieces such as SCBAs?
What is the minimum acceptable fit factor for full face pieces such as SCBAs?
What is required to be done at least annually for members regarding respirators?
What is required to be done at least annually for members regarding respirators?
Which of the following conditions does NOT necessitate additional fit testing?
Which of the following conditions does NOT necessitate additional fit testing?
What protocol must qualitative fit testing follow according to OSHA standards?
What protocol must qualitative fit testing follow according to OSHA standards?
What should members avoid doing for at least 30 minutes prior to fit testing?
What should members avoid doing for at least 30 minutes prior to fit testing?
What type of testing is preferred over qualitative fit testing methods?
What type of testing is preferred over qualitative fit testing methods?
During an initial evaluation for respirator use, what is included in the evaluation process?
During an initial evaluation for respirator use, what is included in the evaluation process?
Who keeps electronic and hard copies of fit test results
Who keeps electronic and hard copies of fit test results
What does EOG section 200 outline?
What does EOG section 200 outline?
What is a contaminate that is listed as posing significant risk to life and health?
What is a contaminate that is listed as posing significant risk to life and health?
Inhalation of contaminants including but not limited to smoke oxygen depleted atmospheres, _____, and biological agents pose significant risk to life and health
Inhalation of contaminants including but not limited to smoke oxygen depleted atmospheres, _____, and biological agents pose significant risk to life and health
The respiratory protection program will be evaluated ____ and modified as needed
The respiratory protection program will be evaluated ____ and modified as needed
The chief of ______ will be responsible for the specification of all respirators used within the TFD
The chief of ______ will be responsible for the specification of all respirators used within the TFD
The chief of ____ is responsible for the fit testing for all respirators used within the TFD
The chief of ____ is responsible for the fit testing for all respirators used within the TFD
The ______ will be responsible for all medical surveillance
The ______ will be responsible for all medical surveillance
The tulsa fire _____ and field operations will be responsible for conducting respiratory protection training
The tulsa fire _____ and field operations will be responsible for conducting respiratory protection training
The chief of safety will preform ____ inspections and testing of all sources of compressed breathing air
The chief of safety will preform ____ inspections and testing of all sources of compressed breathing air
The minimum acceptable fit factor for negative pressure air purifying respirators is ___. The minimum for full face pieces such as SCBAs will be ___
The minimum acceptable fit factor for negative pressure air purifying respirators is ___. The minimum for full face pieces such as SCBAs will be ___
Flashcards
What is PPE?
What is PPE?
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is essential for firefighters when responding to emergencies.
What are the key components of PPE?
What are the key components of PPE?
The most basic components of structural firefighting PPE include a coat, trousers, helmet, hood, boots, and gloves.
Can a firefighter wear less PPE?
Can a firefighter wear less PPE?
The Incident Commander (IC) may allow firefighters to wear less PPE in certain situations, such as after an incident, if deemed safe.
What is BSI?
What is BSI?
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Are all bodily fluids considered potentially infectious?
Are all bodily fluids considered potentially infectious?
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How should medical kits be retrieved?
How should medical kits be retrieved?
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How should the bag-valve mask be positioned?
How should the bag-valve mask be positioned?
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What is the minimum PPE for all EMS patients?
What is the minimum PPE for all EMS patients?
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What PPE is required for high-risk EMS situations?
What PPE is required for high-risk EMS situations?
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When are N95 respirators recommended?
When are N95 respirators recommended?
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Why is hand hygiene important?
Why is hand hygiene important?
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How should hands be washed after patient contact?
How should hands be washed after patient contact?
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What should be done after using sanitizer or towlettes?
What should be done after using sanitizer or towlettes?
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Why is respiratory protection important?
Why is respiratory protection important?
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What types of contaminants do firefighters face?
What types of contaminants do firefighters face?
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What standard does the TFD's program comply with?
What standard does the TFD's program comply with?
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Who manages the Respiratory Protection Program?
Who manages the Respiratory Protection Program?
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Who performs respirator fit testing?
Who performs respirator fit testing?
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Who selects the respirators?
Who selects the respirators?
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Who oversees medical surveillance for respirators usage?
Who oversees medical surveillance for respirators usage?
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Who provides respiratory protection training?
Who provides respiratory protection training?
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Who handles respirator maintenance?
Who handles respirator maintenance?
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Who inspects breathing air sources?
Who inspects breathing air sources?
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Who cleans and cares for their own respirators?
Who cleans and cares for their own respirators?
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How often are medical evaluations for respirator use conducted?
How often are medical evaluations for respirator use conducted?
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What standard is mandatory for medical surveillance?
What standard is mandatory for medical surveillance?
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When are fit tests required?
When are fit tests required?
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When are additional fit tests conducted?
When are additional fit tests conducted?
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Who documents fit test results?
Who documents fit test results?
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What type of fit testing is preferred?
What type of fit testing is preferred?
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What are the pre-fit testing guidelines?
What are the pre-fit testing guidelines?
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Study Notes
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- PPE is mandatory for all personnel in hazard areas during incidents or training.
- Key components of structural firefighting PPE: coat, trousers, helmet, hood, boots, and gloves.
- Incident Commander (IC) may permit reduced PPE when deemed safe post-incident.
EMS PPE Guidelines
- Body Substance Isolation (BSI) aims to prevent exposure to body fluids; all fluids considered potentially infectious.
- Recommended practices:
- One person retrieves medical kit to minimize contamination.
- Position bag-valve mask vent away from responders.
- Specific PPE requirements:
- Medical gloves for all patients.
- Mask, eye protection, and body protection for high-risk situations.
- N95 masks recommended for patients with respiratory symptoms or known infections.
Hand Hygiene Practices
- Essential preventative measure against infection spread.
- Following patient contact, hands must be washed with:
- Soap and water
- Germicidal hand sanitizer
- Germicidal towlettes
- Immediate washing after using sanitizers or towlettes is advised.
Respiratory Protection Program
- Respiratory protection is crucial for TFD members in toxic or hazardous atmospheres.
- Contaminants include smoke, chemicals, and biological agents.
- Program complies with OSHA Respiratory Protection Standard (29 CFR 1910.134).
Program Administration & Responsibilities
- Chief of Safety manages the Respiratory Protection Program with annual evaluations.
- Chief of Safety is responsible for fit testing of respirators.
- Chief of Physical Resources selects respirators used in TFD.
- City Physician conducts medical surveillance for respirator usage.
- Training provided by Tulsa Fire Training Branch and Field Operations.
Maintenance and Inspections
- Certified technicians will handle maintenance of respirators and compressors, excluding routine cleaning.
- Chief of Safety conducts quarterly inspections of breathing air sources.
- Users are responsible for routine care of their respirators.
Medical Surveillance Protocol
- City Physician evaluates firefighters’ ability to use respirators during initial hiring and annually thereafter.
- Compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 is mandatory.
Fit Testing Requirements
- Proper fitting of respirators required before use and annually thereafter.
- Additional testing if physical condition changes affect fit (e.g., weight changes, dental work).
- Chief of Safety documents fit test results in both electronic and hard formats.
- Preference for quantitative fit testing with strict compliance to OSHA protocols, with minimum fit factors established.
Pre-Fit Testing Guidelines
- Members advised against eating, drinking, using tobacco, or chewing gum for at least 30 minutes before fit testing.
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This quiz covers the essential guidelines for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) usage in hazard areas, particularly during incidents and training. It includes requirements for structural firefighting PPE and EMS PPE, with a focus on body substance isolation practices and hand hygiene measures critical for infection control.
