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According to the policy, how often must each facility conduct fire evacuation drills?
When should fire drills be conducted according to the policy?
Who is responsible for forwarding the Fire Evacuation Drill Schedule to each command?
What is the requirement if the occupant's performance during fire evacuation drills indicates that more practice is required?
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When is it sufficient to conduct the fire evacuation drill without inmate participation?
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What action can the concerned officer simulate during the fire evacuation drill?
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What is the definition of constant supervision in the context of body scanners?
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How often are Mental Observation Housing areas required to conduct fire drills?
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What is the responsibility of the Warden of the parent facility regarding fire evacuation drills?
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What is the purpose of using body scanners in the New York City Department of Correction?
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What is the requirement for Court Detention Facilities regarding fire evacuation drills?
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What is the purpose of the use of body scanners in the New York City Department of Correction?
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Who is responsible for initiating or stopping scans and controlling access to the inspection zone?
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What does a 'pod' consist of?
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What is the purpose of Separation Status housing?
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Who is responsible for retaining the annual review of the Radiation Safety Program for a minimum of 7 years?
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Who chairs the Radiation Safety Committee?
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What is Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) used for?
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What is the recommended duration for maintaining various records, including operator training, upgrades, modifications, maintenance, and repair records, radiation surveys, and evidence of dose limits being met, on site?
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Who is responsible for ensuring compliance with permitted scans and exposure limits for individuals?
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When should inspections be conducted in response to any radiation complaint?
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Who is permitted to operate the body scanner?
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What information must the manufacturer of the scanner provide to the Department?
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Where should the copy of the personnel list of those who have completed required training and received access credentials for using the body scanner be distributed?
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What is the role of the employee in charge of the test area during fire evacuation drills?
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What should supervising officers ensure during fire evacuation drills affecting housing units?
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What is the purpose of the Mobile Emergency Fire Evacuation Equipment Wagon during fire evacuation drills?
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What is the responsibility of qualified persons during fire evacuation drills?
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When are debriefing sessions held in relation to fire evacuation drills?
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What is the purpose of ensuring occupants are fully evacuated from their living or work areas during fire evacuation drills?
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What is the procedure for activating the Mobile Emergency Fire Evacuation Equipment Wagon during a fire evacuation drill?
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What should be done if elevator service is unavailable during a fire evacuation drill?
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What is the purpose of the fire ala'rm signal during a fire evacuation drill?
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What is the responsibility of the employee in charge during a fire evacuation drill?
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What is the role of the supervising officer in charge during a fire evacuation drill affecting a housing unit?
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What is the requirement for self-contained breathing apparatus and turnout gear during a fire evacuation drill?
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Study Notes
Radiation Safety and Recordkeeping Guidelines for Body Scanners
- The guidelines require maintenance of radiation safety records in accordance with ANSI/HPS N 43.17-2009
- The records must include all required Department documents outlined in NYC DOHMH Regulation Section 33-04(c)
- Dosimeters are to be obtained from the contractor, installed in each room where body scanners are used, and shipped for analysis
- Monthly review of dosimeter analysis results and consultation with the Radiation Safety Officer is necessary
- Inspections should be conducted in response to any radiation complaint, with complaints forwarded to the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene within seven days of receipt
- Various records, including operator training, upgrades, modifications, maintenance, and repair records, radiation surveys, and evidence of dose limits being met, must be maintained on site for seven years
- The Bureau Chief of Security is responsible for ensuring compliance with permitted scans and exposure limits for individuals
- The manufacturer of the scanner must provide specific information to the Department, including operational procedures, training requirements, and preventive maintenance
- Information on effective dose per screening, inspection zone boundaries, and radiation dose comparisons must be made available to screening subjects prior to scanning
- Only staff members with radiation safety and operator training are permitted to operate the scanner
- Commanding officers must maintain an updated, accurate list of personnel who have completed required training and received access credentials for using the body scanner
- The copy of the personnel list must be distributed to the intake area where the body scanner is located
Rikers Island Fire Evacuation Procedures
- Fire evacuation drills at Rikers Island require coordination with security
- Occupants must be fully evacuated from their living or work areas, not just lined up
- Test areas are not given prior notice to ensure preparedness
- Fire alarm signals identify the drill area and personnel should be familiar with location signals
- The employee in charge of the test area pulls the alarm and alerts the Control Room
- Inmates are ordered to line up and fully evacuated away from their living area
- Supervising officers ensure manual opening of doors during drills affecting housing units
- Mobile Emergency Fire Evacuation Equipment Wagon is activated during drills
- Procedures for using sub-stations and elevators in case of fire evacuation
- Qualified persons don self-contained breathing apparatus and practice search and rescue techniques
- Fire hose is extended in the test area during drills
- Debriefing sessions are held after each exercise to discuss and resolve problems from the drill
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"Radiation Safety and Fire Evacuation Procedures at Rikers Island" Quiz Test your knowledge of radiation safety and recordkeeping guidelines for body scanners, as well as fire evacuation procedures at Rikers Island. This quiz covers important regulations, protocols, and responsibilities for ensuring safety and preparedness in these critical areas.