18 Questions
What is the purpose of personal decontamination?
To remove any contamination that may have occurred during PPE removal
When does safety decontamination occur?
After the removal of PPE
What is the correct sequence for the removal of PPE?
From the head down starting with the helmet
What action should be taken if equipment is damaged due to contamination?
Leave it at the incident zone
When should members in need of decontamination refrain from using tobacco products?
After PPE removal
What occurs after personal decontamination has been completed?
SCBA face piece is removed
What is the purpose of the Equipment Drop step in the decontamination sequence?
To properly clean and decontaminate equipment
What is the primary goal of Gross Decontamination in the decontamination process?
To prevent the transfer of contaminants to personnel
Where should the decontamination site be located according to the provided guidelines?
Between the Warm and Hot Zones
What should be done if proper decontamination cannot be accomplished for equipment during the decontamination process?
Remove it for professional decontamination or disposal
When should the decontamination corridor be established according to the guidelines?
Prior to any tactical entrance into the Hot Zone
What should be done after personnel have completed Gross Decontamination during the decontamination process?
Place PPE on a sheet of visqueen as specified
What is the primary responsibility of the Decontamination Officer?
Directing the set-up and tear-down of the decontamination site
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the Decontamination Officer?
Supervising members assigned to the entry team
What is the correct sequence for decontamination?
Gross decontamination, PPE decontamination, equipment decontamination
What is the purpose of the decontamination corridor?
To provide a safe area for personnel to remove their PPE
Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding PPE decontamination?
PPE decontamination should be performed in a designated area separate from the Hot Zone
What is the purpose of keeping records on personnel working in or going through decontamination?
All of the above
Test your knowledge on the correct sequence for removing PPE and the procedures for SCBA usage. Learn about personal decontamination and the steps to follow during the process of removing SCBA equipment.
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