OP 214
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What is the purpose of the EMS Support of Fire Ground Operations Procedure?

  • To specify the types of equipment used by ATCEMS during a fire
  • To define the medical response of ATCEMS to a fire in support of fire ground operations (correct)
  • To outline the firefighting tactics used by ATCEMS
  • To describe the coordination between ATCEMS and the police department during a fire
  • Which channel should EMS personnel monitor when responding to a fire?

  • Assigned fire tactical channel (correct)
  • Police emergency channel
  • ATCEMS administrative channel
  • Firefighting command channel
  • What should ATCEMS personnel do upon arriving on the scene in an ambulance?

  • Begin coordinating with the Incident Commander for firefighting instructions
  • Position emergency vehicles for quick access and egress to patients without interfering with firefighting efforts (correct)
  • Immediately start providing medical treatment to the patients
  • Conduct a quick assessment of the fire ground operations
  • What is the role of the Commander upon arriving on the scene?

    <p>Position emergency vehicles for quick access and egress to patients without interfering with firefighting efforts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should all personnel do upon arriving on the scene?

    <p>Wait with the emergency vehicle until they receive instructions or assignment from the Incident Commander</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the procedure, what is EMS responsible for on the fire ground?

    <p>Assessment, treatment, and transportation of sick and/or injured people from the scene</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum height requirement for a structure to be considered a high rise alarm?

    <p>5 floors or 75 feet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where will the forward rehab or support function be established during a high rise alarm?

    <p>One or two floors below the active fire floor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for coordinating hospital notification processes and information during a high rise alarm?

    <p>EMS Commander</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of personnel will perform the forward rehab or support functions during a high rise alarm?

    <p>Special Operations personnel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which equipment is NOT required for Special Operation personnel assigned to forward rehab or support functions during a high rise alarm?

    <p>Fire extinguisher</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Unified Command involve during a high rise alarm?

    <p>Managing on scene EMS resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

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