Rescue Task Force for Active Shooter
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What is the primary purpose of the Rescue Task Force guideline?

  • To provide medical assistance only during hostage situations
  • To coordinate and ensure the safety of firefighters engaged in rapid access, treatment, and movement of victims (correct)
  • To ensure law enforcement takes lead in active shooter events
  • To secure Warm Zones within a structure or area

    • Who is considered the lead agency in active shooter events?

  • Unified Command
  • Emergency Medical Services
  • Fire Department
  • Law Enforcement Agency (correct)

    • What is the role of Unified Command in deploying Rescue Task Force Teams?

  • To secure Warm Zones within the structure or area
  • To assign teams for immediate RTF deployment once law enforcement secures the area (correct)
  • To take lead in active shooter events
  • To provide medical assistance to victims

    • What type of events may require the use of the Rescue Task Force guideline?

    <p>Any incident of mass violence, including but not limited to active shooter events, hostage situations, and improvised explosive events</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the Rescue Task Force Teams?

    <p>To expedite patient movement to the Medical Group during an Active Shooter Event or Hostile Event</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of assigning teams for immediate RTF deployment?

    <p>To expedite patient movement to the Medical Group</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should the Rescue Task Force Teams be deployed?

    <p>Once law enforcement secures Warm Zones within the structure or area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the re-evaluation date for this Standard Operating Guideline?

    <p>January 1, 2025</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum number of police officers recommended for an RTF team?

    <p>Two to three</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which equipment is NOT suggested for RTF teams to bring along during deployment?

    <p>Life vest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions is recommended for patient movement by RTF teams?

    <p>Use a device with wheels when available</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does XABC treatment include?

    <p>Assessment, Breathing, Circulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a critical consideration for FD members while being escorted into the warm zone?

    <p>They may need to engage a threat if necessary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many patients can a fire company of three typically move at once?

    <p>Two to three</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the key responsibilities of RTF teams during a response?

    <p>Concentrate on maintaining team integrity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should RTF members be aware of when positioned in the warm zone?

    <p>Potential threats and need for protection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the Warm Zone during an emergency response?

    <p>A space where Fire/EMS can operate with law enforcement support for treatment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the acronym XABC represent in the context of patient treatment prioritization?

    <p>Exsanguinating hemorrhage control, Airway, Breathing, Circulation assessment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which scenario will HEFD Standard Operating Guidelines take precedence?

    <p>Where MABAS 1 Operating Guidelines conflict with HEFD's policies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary implication of the Warm Zone designation?

    <p>It defines an area for treatment activities with limited risk.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is accurate regarding the use of MABAS policies?

    <p>HEFD Standard Operating Guidelines can take precedence over MABAS policies under certain conditions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these scenarios does not typically occur in the Warm Zone?

    <p>Performing thorough searches for suspects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these scenarios would NOT be considered a Mass Violence Event?

    <p>A hostage situation where a perpetrator is holding multiple individuals captive.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a primary responsibility of a Rescue Task Force (RTF)?

    <p>Conducting a thorough investigation of the incident to identify the perpetrator(s).</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential benefit of establishing a Safe Corridor/Pathway during a Mass Violence Event?

    <p>To prevent the accidental spoliation of evidence by first responders entering the scene.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the text, what is the primary difference between a "Hot Zone" and a "Perimeter"?

    <p>The &quot;Hot Zone&quot; is restricted to law enforcement and TEMS units, while the &quot;Perimeter&quot; allows for entry and exit of authorized personnel.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the information provided, which of the following is a primary responsibility of the TEMS unit in a Mass Violence Event?

    <p>Ensuring the safety and well-being of the Contact Team and providing initial medical treatment to victims.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the intended purpose of the Rescue Task Force (RTF)?

    <p>To provide immediate and coordinated medical care and evacuation of victims from a dangerous scene.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason for recommending a Rescue Task Force (RTF) to consist of a mix of law enforcement and fire/EMS personnel?

    <p>To enhance safety by having both armed and medical professionals present in the hot zone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following scenarios would most likely require the immediate deployment of a Rescue Task Force (RTF)?

    <p>An active shooter event in a crowded public space.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is NOT a component of a Cold Zone?

    <p>Immediate response to active shooter threat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of a Casualty Collection Point (CCP)?

    <p>To provide temporary shelter for self-evacuating victims before transport.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the location of a CCP often get determined?

    <p>By the location where walking wounded victims arrive.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is a key characteristic of an Active Shooter Event (ASE)?

    <p>A random or systematic shooting spree with intent to harm.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a Fire Ground Channel during an incident?

    <p>To coordinate communication between all RTFs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstances would units likely switch to a VHF channel?

    <p>To communicate with departments outside the immediate incident area.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended identifier for RTFs during an incident?

    <p>A numerical designation, like &quot;RTF 1&quot; or &quot;RTF 2.&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for RTFs to be supervised and coordinated?

    <p>To prevent duplication of efforts and ensure efficient response.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Rescue Task Force for Active Shooter/Hostile Event Incidents

    • Purpose: Establish guidelines and procedures for responding to mass violence incidents, ensuring the safety of firefighters engaged in rapid access, treatment, and movement of victims.

    Policy

    • This guideline applies to every mass violence incident to ensure coordination and safety of firefighters/paramedics.
    • Examples of active threats include: hostage situations, active shooter events, improvised explosive events, terrorist situations, etc.
    • Law enforcement agency having jurisdiction is the lead agency, and Fire Department personnel follow their direction as appropriate.

    Procedure

    Rescue Task Force (RTF)

    • RTF Teams are necessary to expedite patient movement to the Medical Group during an Active Shooter Event (ASE) or Hostile Event.
    • Unified Command coordinates RTF deployment once law enforcement secures Warm Zones within the structure or area.
    • Each RTF member should assemble and don appropriate PPE prior to entry into the Warm Zone.
    • Recommended RTF equipment includes: stretcher, stair-chair, mega movers, RTF go bag, and portable radios.

    RTF Team Composition

    • Minimum of two firefighter/paramedics and two or three police officers.
    • Using a fire company of three would allow the RTF to move two to three patients each time with the use of a stretcher and a stair-chair.
    • Patient movement should be accomplished with the use of a device with wheels whenever available to expedite movement and conserve energy.

    RTF Warm Zone Operations

    • FD members position themselves in single file between PD members as they are escorted into the Warm Zone.
    • FD members need to be aware of suitable protective barriers nearby, such as brick walls or vehicles, and may need to take immediate actions (situational awareness).

    Walking Wounded

    • Unified Command or initial IC may want to consider establishing a Medical Group or CCP in the Cold Zone to direct walking wounded for care.

    RTF Communications

    • All RTFs should be supervised and coordinated by Unified Command or Fire Forward Ops in conjunction with Police Forward Ops.
    • A Fire Ground Channel should be assigned by the Command Post, with RTF radio identifiers being "RTF 1," "RTF 2," etc.

    Definitions

    • Active Shooter Event (ASE): An event involving one or more suspects who participate in an ongoing, random or systematic shooting spree, demonstrating the intent to harm others with the objective of murder.
    • Casualty Collection Point (CCP): A secure location where patients can be temporarily moved to, triaged, and then transported to a Medical Group.
    • Cold Zone: The area where a Unified Command Post is established, equipment and personnel are staged while awaiting assignment, and medical triage, treatment, and transport take place.
    • Cover: An object that protects from gunfire.
    • Hot Zone: A dynamic environment where a current active threat is known or believed to be present.
    • Mass Violence Event: An event involving uncontrolled violence that may threaten responding emergency personnel.
    • Perimeter: The establishment of an area containing an incident (360 degrees) to prevent unauthorized entry and/or exit.
    • Rescue Task Force (RTF): A coordinated group of Police and Fire/EMS personnel whose responsibilities are to bring emergency medical care to victims and move them to patient collection and transport points.
    • Safe Corridor/Pathway: A route secured and identified by Law Enforcement designated for the safe ingress and egress of first responders, victims, and evacuees.
    • TEMS: Tactical Emergency Medical Support, consisting of law enforcement personnel who provide for the health and welfare of the Contact Team and initial treatment of victims.
    • Warm Zone: The area in which Fire/EMS may operate as long as they are working in conjunction with law enforcement providing protection.
    • XABC: The treatment priority order for patients who are victims during ASEs, standing for Exsanguinating (draining of blood from the body) hemorrhage control, Airway, Breathing, Circulation assessment.

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    This quiz assesses knowledge of the Standard Operating Guidelines for the Hoffman Estates Fire Department's Rescue Task Force response to active shooter/hostile event incidents. It covers NIMS compliant protocols and procedures.

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