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What is the primary purpose of a Rescue Task Force (RTF)?
What is the primary purpose of a Rescue Task Force (RTF)?
- To provide advanced medical care to victims in the Cold Zone
- To establish a secure perimeter around the incident scene
- To conduct search and rescue operations in the Warm Zone (correct)
- To coordinate the overall emergency response efforts
Which of the following is NOT listed as part of the RTF equipment?
Which of the following is NOT listed as part of the RTF equipment?
- Tourniquet
- Gas mask/SCBA mask/CBRN mask
- Defibrillator (correct)
- Roll bandage/tape
How many police officers are required to accompany each RTF deployment?
How many police officers are required to accompany each RTF deployment?
- At least two (correct)
- At least one
- The number is not specified
- At least three
What should the first RTF do when they encounter a victim categorized as 'Red'?
What should the first RTF do when they encounter a victim categorized as 'Red'?
What should the RTF do with victims categorized as 'Green' or 'Yellow'?
What should the RTF do with victims categorized as 'Green' or 'Yellow'?
Who has the authority to approve the deployment of RTFs?
Who has the authority to approve the deployment of RTFs?
What should the first RTF do after entering the area?
What should the first RTF do after entering the area?
How should RTF members communicate with the Fire Department Incident Commander?
How should RTF members communicate with the Fire Department Incident Commander?
What is the minimum number of Fire Department personnel required for an RTF deployment?
What is the minimum number of Fire Department personnel required for an RTF deployment?
What is the purpose of the 'Patient Movement Tarp' (Mega-Mover) in the RTF equipment?
What is the purpose of the 'Patient Movement Tarp' (Mega-Mover) in the RTF equipment?