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Which type of protective equipment is necessary for fire attacks and hazardous atmospheres?
Which type of protective equipment is necessary for fire attacks and hazardous atmospheres?
- Chemical Protective Clothing only
- Full PPE without SCBA
- Standard uniforms without any protective gear
- Full PPE with SCBA (correct)
What should members begin with when handling extrications and entrapments?
What should members begin with when handling extrications and entrapments?
- Minimal PPE
- Only gloves and masks
- Full PPE or approved extrication/rescue PPE (correct)
- Casual clothing
What must members revert to if a wildland fire becomes an interior fire attack of a structure?
What must members revert to if a wildland fire becomes an interior fire attack of a structure?
- Standard station attire
- Only SCBA
- Wildland firefighting gear
- Full PPE with SCBA (correct)
In hazardous materials incidents, what additional equipment should incident members have ready?
In hazardous materials incidents, what additional equipment should incident members have ready?
During emergency medical incidents, what guidelines must members follow?
During emergency medical incidents, what guidelines must members follow?
Which protective clothing should be utilized at hazardous materials incidents?
Which protective clothing should be utilized at hazardous materials incidents?
What is a recommended practice for members responding to an emergency incident?
What is a recommended practice for members responding to an emergency incident?
For water rescues, which type of PPE is generally required?
For water rescues, which type of PPE is generally required?
During high angle or rough terrain rescues, what type of clothing is discouraged?
During high angle or rough terrain rescues, what type of clothing is discouraged?
What is the responsibility of the Incident Commander during hazardous materials incidents?
What is the responsibility of the Incident Commander during hazardous materials incidents?
In emergency medical incidents, members must adhere to guidelines for what primary concern?
In emergency medical incidents, members must adhere to guidelines for what primary concern?
Which of the following scenarios requires the use of full PPE with SCBA?
Which of the following scenarios requires the use of full PPE with SCBA?
What type of eye protection is required when operating tools during extrications?
What type of eye protection is required when operating tools during extrications?
What directive does the Incident Commander have regarding chemical protective clothing?
What directive does the Incident Commander have regarding chemical protective clothing?
What footwear is permissible for high or low angle rescues?
What footwear is permissible for high or low angle rescues?
Which of the following is NOT a consideration when evaluating protective clothing for special needs during incidents?
Which of the following is NOT a consideration when evaluating protective clothing for special needs during incidents?
Which document governs the operational use of personal protective equipment within the Spring Fire Department?
Which document governs the operational use of personal protective equipment within the Spring Fire Department?
What is the primary focus of the revision described in SFD.005.b?
What is the primary focus of the revision described in SFD.005.b?
What is the effective date for the current revision of SFD.005.b?
What is the effective date for the current revision of SFD.005.b?
Which of the following is NOT listed as an applicable state or federal statute?
Which of the following is NOT listed as an applicable state or federal statute?
Who is responsible for reviewing operations related to SOG SFD.005.b?
Who is responsible for reviewing operations related to SOG SFD.005.b?
Which hierarchy represents the appropriate contact office for questions or comments on this SOG?
Which hierarchy represents the appropriate contact office for questions or comments on this SOG?
What is indicated about the policy in terms of members' legal duties?
What is indicated about the policy in terms of members' legal duties?
What does the mission of the Spring Fire Department include regarding policies?
What does the mission of the Spring Fire Department include regarding policies?
What type of footwear is recommended for water rescue activities?
What type of footwear is recommended for water rescue activities?
Which of the following is a necessary precaution when entering a confined space with potential oxygen deficiency?
Which of the following is a necessary precaution when entering a confined space with potential oxygen deficiency?
Which statement is true regarding protective clothing during water rescue activities?
Which statement is true regarding protective clothing during water rescue activities?
In what situation is it acceptable to not utilize protective gear?
In what situation is it acceptable to not utilize protective gear?
What is a critical requirement when working in a hazardous area that presents a fire or explosion hazard?
What is a critical requirement when working in a hazardous area that presents a fire or explosion hazard?
Which of the following items should not be worn during water rescue activities?
Which of the following items should not be worn during water rescue activities?
What is the primary function of wearing personal flotation devices during rescues?
What is the primary function of wearing personal flotation devices during rescues?
What should be considered when choosing clothing for rough terrain rescue?
What should be considered when choosing clothing for rough terrain rescue?
What is the primary objective of the Personal Protective Equipment guideline?
What is the primary objective of the Personal Protective Equipment guideline?
Who is required to comply with the PPE guideline?
Who is required to comply with the PPE guideline?
In which situation should members wear full PPE with SCBA in operation?
In which situation should members wear full PPE with SCBA in operation?
What is required of members operating outside of a structure but still in the hazard area?
What is required of members operating outside of a structure but still in the hazard area?
What document does the PPE guideline reference for standards?
What document does the PPE guideline reference for standards?
Which of the following is NOT covered by the PPE guideline?
Which of the following is NOT covered by the PPE guideline?
What type of atmosphere requires the use of full PPE with SCBA?
What type of atmosphere requires the use of full PPE with SCBA?
What is the significance of the compliance requirement in the PPE guideline?
What is the significance of the compliance requirement in the PPE guideline?
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Study Notes
Overview
- This is a Standard Operating Guideline, created by the Spring Fire Department, on Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- This guideline covers the selection, maintenance, initial issue, use, replacement, inspection, and cleaning of PPE.
- The guideline follows the latest adoption of NFPA 1851 and other relevant standards.
- The intent is to reduce safety and health risks associated with improper PPE selection, maintenance, care, and use.
PPE for Emergency Incidents
- Structure Fires, Mobile Property Fires: Full PPE with SCBA is required for fire attack, search and rescue, mobile property fires, and when in a hazardous atmosphere.
- Extrication/Entrapments: Full PPE or approved rescue PPE is mandatory, with primary eye protection for those operating tools.
- Wildland Fires: Members with assigned Wildland gear should wear it when available.
- If a wildland fire becomes a structure fire, they should revert to full PPE with SCBA.
- Full PPE should be readily available in case an incident changes.
- Members without assigned wildland gear will report with full PPE.
- Hazardous Materials Incidents: Members report with full PPE and SCBA ready.
- The Incident Commander ensures the proper level of Chemical Protective Clothing is used.
- Emergency Medical Incidents: Members must follow medical providers' guidelines for exposure to bloodborne pathogens, body fluids, and communicable diseases.
- Rope/High Angle/Rough Terrain Rescues: Full PPE is not recommended due to potential hazards.
- Department-issued rescue PPE or station attire may be acceptable.
- Footwear must be suitable for uneven terrain.
- Water Rescue: Protective or heavy clothing should not be worn during water rescue activities like swift water or vehicle rescues.
- Lightweight clothing or water rescue PPE is recommended.
- Footwear should be able to be kicked off if needing to swim.
- Personal flotation devices are mandatory.
- Confined Space Entry: An SCBA or supplied airline system is required when there is potential for oxygen deficiency.
- If a fire or explosion hazard is expected, full PPE with SCBA should be worn.
Other Information
- This guideline applies to all members of the Spring Fire Department
- The document references NFPA 1851, 1971, TCFP, CPSE PI, ISO, TFCA, ANSI Z87.1
Contact Information
- Company Officer
- District Chief
- Deputy Chief of Operations
- Assistant Chief
- Fire Chief
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