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Who is responsible for establishing the need for a specified gross decontamination site during an incident?
Who is responsible for establishing the need for a specified gross decontamination site during an incident?
What should all personnel on scene be made aware of during the gross decontamination process?
What should all personnel on scene be made aware of during the gross decontamination process?
What type of equipment will be assigned to each engine for gross decontamination?
What type of equipment will be assigned to each engine for gross decontamination?
How should 'dirty' gear be handled after an incident?
How should 'dirty' gear be handled after an incident?
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What should personnel do with their turnout gear after performing gross decon?
What should personnel do with their turnout gear after performing gross decon?
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Why is it important to transport dirty gear in an outside compartment?
Why is it important to transport dirty gear in an outside compartment?
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What is the correct order of actions for personnel returning from an IDLH atmosphere?
What is the correct order of actions for personnel returning from an IDLH atmosphere?
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What should personnel do after being exposed to carcinogens and toxins from a structure fire?
What should personnel do after being exposed to carcinogens and toxins from a structure fire?
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What is the primary purpose of the gross decontamination process outlined in the guidelines?
What is the primary purpose of the gross decontamination process outlined in the guidelines?
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What is to be done with tools and equipment after an incident at the scene?
What is to be done with tools and equipment after an incident at the scene?
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What is the primary concern when transporting contaminated gear back to the firehouse?
What is the primary concern when transporting contaminated gear back to the firehouse?
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When should personnel take a shower after returning to the firehouse?
When should personnel take a shower after returning to the firehouse?
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How often is the gross decontamination guideline supposed to be reevaluated?
How often is the gross decontamination guideline supposed to be reevaluated?
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When is it acceptable to use a decon hose line for personnel decontamination?
When is it acceptable to use a decon hose line for personnel decontamination?
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What is the purpose of placing a second set of gear into service after returning to quarters?
What is the purpose of placing a second set of gear into service after returning to quarters?
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What is the specific requirement regarding contaminated hose after an incident?
What is the specific requirement regarding contaminated hose after an incident?
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What should NOT happen regarding structural firefighting gear in living quarters?
What should NOT happen regarding structural firefighting gear in living quarters?
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Under what circumstance can companies put their 'dirty' gear back into service?
Under what circumstance can companies put their 'dirty' gear back into service?
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What should happen to the cab of the apparatus regarding cleanliness?
What should happen to the cab of the apparatus regarding cleanliness?
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Which item is NOT part of the Gross Decontamination Equipment Inventory?
Which item is NOT part of the Gross Decontamination Equipment Inventory?
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What is one of the factors that will influence the decision to perform wet decontamination?
What is one of the factors that will influence the decision to perform wet decontamination?
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What is recommended to bag gear immediately after decontamination?
What is recommended to bag gear immediately after decontamination?
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Study Notes
Post Incident Gross Decontamination
Purpose
- To ensure personnel limit exposure to harmful carcinogens and toxins in IDLH atmospheres.
Incident Scene
- Incident Commander establishes need for gross decontamination site.
- All personnel on scene must perform gross decon.
- Gross decontamination equipment is assigned to each engine and includes decon wipes.
- All equipment, PPE, and tools must be gross decontaminated on scene.
- Decontamination equipment may be brought from outside resources as determined by incident command.
At the Fire Station
- Personnel must put their second set of gear into service, including a clean hood and gloves.
- "Dirty" gear must be washed using specified gear washers.
- If turnout gear needs to be sent to another station, it must be bagged properly and transported in an outside compartment.
- Consideration should be given to holding change of quarters companies until personnel have their second set of gear in service.
- All personnel must take a shower as soon as possible after returning to the firehouse.
Procedure
- Gross decon must be completed before clearing an incident scene or any call involving IDLH atmosphere.
- Steps include:
- Brushing off gross decontaminates with a supplied brush while still on air.
- Performing a decon using a hose line (weather dependent).
- Performing a gross decon using provided decon supplies.
- Spraying turnout gear, tools, and SCBA's with Dawn soap and scrubbing.
- Rinsing turnout gear clean and bagging.
- Using decon wipes on hands, neck, face, and groin area.
- Transporting contaminated bagged gear in an outside compartment.
- Completing gross decontamination of hose at the scene.
- Placing a second set of gear into service after returning to quarters.
- Taking a shower within the hour after returning to the firehouse.
- Changing into a clean uniform.
- Washing "dirty" gear in supplied gear washers.
- Cleaning the cab of the apparatus as soon as possible.
- Placing front line gear back in service after proper washing and drying.
Exceptions
- Companies may remain in service after gear has been deconned unless instructed otherwise by the Incident Commander.
- Companies may put "dirty" gear back into service if dispatched to another call while returning to quarters.
References
- NFPA 1851, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974
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This quiz assesses knowledge of post-incident gross decontamination procedures as outlined in the Hoffman Estates Fire Department's Standard Operating Guidelines. Test your understanding of safety protocols and NIMS compliance.
